Land Development Code Update

Summary

The Community Development department has been working on updating the Land Development Code, with recent briefings to City Council and a joint study session with the Planning Commission. The public review draft was posted online and staff conducted public outreach, receiving nearly 190 points of interaction. Key refinements have been made to the public hearing draft, including updates to zone districts, use tables, and design standards. The upcoming joint study session will review these refinements and discuss the adoption strategy and effective date of the new code. The staff presentation will also cover policy topics such as allowing motor court homes and guidance on build-to-rent communities.

Details

Subject

Land Development Code Update

Summary

The Community Development department has been working on updating the Land Development Code, with recent briefings to City Council and a joint study session with the Planning Commission. The public review draft was posted online and staff conducted public outreach, receiving nearly 190 points of interaction. Key refinements have been made to the public hearing draft, including updates to zone districts, use tables, and design standards. The upcoming joint study session will review these refinements and discuss the adoption strategy and effective date of the new code. The staff presentation will also cover policy topics such as allowing motor court homes and guidance on build-to-rent communities.

Report Date

2025-08-05

Report Type

memo

Report Title

Land Development Code Update – City Council and Planning Commission Joint Study Session

Authoring Body

Community Development