Committee continues discussion on R1 front-yard setback options for Ward 2

Dec 10, 2025

Building Commissioner Wagner presented two options for R1 front-yard setbacks—retain a 30-foot setback or require 30 feet or the average of adjacent homes' setbacks (whichever is greater); the committee agreed to continue the item with staff and bring it back later.

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The committee revisited a proposed revision to front-yard setbacks in the R1 zoning district, with Building Commissioner Wagner explaining two options: maintain the existing 30-foot setback, or apply a 30-foot minimum or the average of the two adjacent buildings’ setbacks, whichever is greater.

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