During a recent government meeting, the council convened a public hearing to discuss a proposed development at 310 Gorham Drive and 1580 Baccarat Drive. The proposal, presented by Josh Agricola of Justin Doyle Homes, seeks to construct two detached single-family homes on a vacant parcel zoned for residential planned development (RPD). The project requires three variances from the existing zoning ordinance.

The first variance pertains to the brick or stone requirement, as the developer intends to use high-quality hardy plank board and siding, which is not explicitly recognized as a masonry material in this section of the code. The second variance addresses the requirement for 20% common open space, which is typically mandated for larger developments; however, the planning commission supported this variance due to the small scale of the project. The third variance relates to lot frontage, as the properties will be developed off private stub streets, which do not meet current frontage requirements.

The council confirmed that an agreement regarding stormwater management had been reached among the engineering department, the homeowners' association, and the developer, resolving previous concerns.

Following the public hearing, the council reconvened to discuss legislative items, including the adoption of several ordinances and resolutions. Among these was an ordinance authorizing the city manager to execute a purchase of temporary and permanent easements for the Hamilton Belt Line Phase 3 project. The council also approved amendments to the zoning ordinances regarding residential design standards and various zoning use regulations.

Additionally, the council adopted resolutions related to leasing side lots at 333 South C Street and 522 North 6th Street, as well as a resolution for preliminary consent legislation with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) for the resurfacing of State Route 127 within the city limits.

The meeting concluded with all motions passing unanimously, reflecting a collaborative effort among council members to advance local development and infrastructure projects.