Council members amend draft GP zoning code to remove 10% landscaping minimum and alter rooftop screening language

Sep 10, 2026

Council member Josh successfully moved an amendment to the proposed Governmental Property zoning ordinance to remove a 10% landscaping minimum and to relax rooftop-screening requirements to allow reasonable use of rooftop amenities.

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During discussion of the draft GP zoning district, Council member Josh said the proposed 10% minimum landscape requirement could make it difficult to accommodate a combined Town Hall and Police Department because the police operation requires separate vehicle access and parking entrances. He proposed removing the 10% requirement to give the town flexibility for municipal building design: "I'd rather remove that 10% requirement and give us the flexibility so we can fit the Police Department in the new building."

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