Proposed amendments to the city's zoning code to clarify land use authorities, update review and approval processes, and align with state laws. This aims to strengthen legal standing, support staff, and enhance transparency in how zoning decisions are made.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before, 1 the 90 before that.
The program would require an economic study to determine viability and potential costs.
Property owners in sensitive areas can gain value from their land without developing it, while the city preserves important natural or historic assets.
The city is exploring a way to protect open space and historic sites by letting owners sell their 'right to build' to developers in other areas.