During a recent government meeting, officials discussed significant amendments to Objective 1.1 of the city’s housing strategy, which aims to coordinate residential growth with the land use plan and zoning regulations. A key focus of the discussion was the intent behind these changes, particularly regarding the types of housing that will be supported in the downtown area.

Concerns were raised about the specifics of the amendments, including whether they would alter future land use, zoning classifications, housing sizes, or density levels. In response, it was clarified that the amendments are designed to allow for a broader mix of housing types, particularly in downtown, where a new residential density pool has been introduced. This new approach to calculating density could potentially enable more housing units to be developed on a single parcel, provided that other code requirements are met.

However, some officials expressed apprehension that the policy changes might not be adequately focused on downtown development, suggesting a need for further clarification on the implications of the amendments. The discussions highlight ongoing efforts to adapt housing strategies to meet the evolving needs of the community while balancing growth with effective land use planning.