Integrate form-based zoning rules into citywide zoning update
In Plain English
The city has been working on new zoning rules that focus on building design and neighborhood character rather than just land use. Staff created a draft form-based code with specific standards for building height, setbacks, and street-facing features. If approved, these design rules become part of the broader zoning overhaul currently underway.
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Votes
Adopted Resolution No. 91-16
6 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously approved new design-focused zoning rules that prioritize how buildings look and fit into neighborhoods rather than just how land is used. These "form-based" standards will regulate building height, how far structures must sit back from the street, and what features face the sidewalk. The new rules become part of the city's ongoing complete overhaul of its zoning regulations. This represents a shift toward giving the city more control over neighborhood character and architectural design when developers propose new projects.
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