Development Services reports surge in permits, flags demolition cost pressure
Development Services told council that permit applications are rising along the 523/Velasco corridors, the department is updating zoning and building codes with GLO grant support, and substandard-structure demolition costs may require the city to front expenses or pursue collection through legal channels.
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Otis Fritz, representing Development Services, told the council the department has seen "an influx of calls and development applications," describing annexation requests, truck stop proposals on Highway 523 and redevelopment along the Velasco corridor that could expand the tax base. He said updates to zoning and building codes are underway and that a GLO grant is funding portions of the comprehensive plan and code work.
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