LAPAC members favor small‑scale mixed‑use, reject large multifamily projects
Cobb Mountain LAPAC members said the survey shows support for neighborhood‑scale mixed use — small apartments or units above shops — while opposing large multifamily or Bay‑Area‑style developments. They emphasized design standards and a 'rural hamlet' concept to protect community character.
The full story
Members of the Cobb Mountain LAPAC discussed question 7 on mixed‑use development and repeatedly emphasized small‑scale, context‑sensitive forms rather than large multifamily buildings. Chris Nettles, a LAPAC member who described himself as a community psychologist, said the comments show strong support "for transitioning from single use zoning to more mixed use designations" and underscored walkability and reduced car dependence.
Sign up to keep reading.
Your free newsletter brings you what your city council, county, and school board discussed and decided.
Keep reading for free
Create a free account to finish this story and see the video, transcript and key details.
Continue with GoogleContinue with emailAlready have an account? Log in