Change zoning for undeveloped Seacliff Drive parcels to allow planned development
In Plain English
Several empty lots on Seacliff Drive currently allow only commercial stores or marine industry uses. The city is rezoning them to Planned Area District, which lets developers propose custom projects that mix different uses like housing, retail, and offices. If approved, landowners can submit detailed development plans for city review.
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Votes
adopt Ordinance No. 01-15 N.S.
4 to 2
Why This Vote Matters
City council approved rezoning several empty lots on Seacliff Drive in a divided 4-2 vote, with Beckles and McLaughlin opposing. The lots previously could only be used for commercial stores or marine industry but can now accommodate mixed-use developments that combine housing, retail, and offices under custom proposals. This change gives property owners more flexibility to propose creative development projects, though each specific plan would still need separate city approval. Councilmember Bates was absent from the vote.
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