Commission weighs form-based code fixes amid concerns about large homes and affordability

Jan 21, 2026

Commissioners discussed upcoming form-based code amendments and fixes (including 0.5‑story rules and new form types) and raised concerns that some recent large homes near the golf course — listed in discussion as selling for about $2,000,000 — may not meet affordability intentions of the Formzone.

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Staff said the commission will continue tactical form-based code amendments in 2026, including potential new form types (for example, cottage clusters) and technical fixes such as "0.5 story" rules. Staff characterized much of the 2025 groundwork as a foundation for deeper analysis and community engagement going forward.

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