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Community development updates: term expirations, housing projects and permitting software
Summary
Town staff told the April 16 Georgetown Planning Commission about two expiring commissioner terms, progress on local housing projects including Kingfisher Apartments and Cheer Gateway East, proof-of-concept tiny homes on East Market Street, and upcoming online building-permit software.
Community Development staff delivered several updates to the Georgetown Planning Commission on April 16, including upcoming commission term expirations, the status of multiple housing projects and a planned upgrade to building-permit software.
Staff reminded commissioners that two seats — held by Lance and Chris — have terms expiring in June and asked interested incumbents to submit letters of interest by noon May 9. Staff also reported that Kingfisher Apartments is near final approval but awaiting a wastewater permit for a location at the end of Calhoun Street. The Cheer Gateway East project was described as nearing final approval after the town council on April 14 approved its public-works agreement.
Staff said Little Living LLC — the tiny-home/cottage community project previously considered by council — has begun placing two "proof of concept" units near East Market Street; staff alternately referenced addresses of 513 East Market Street and 505 East Market Street while describing the location in the record. The units, described as demonstration placements, will remain temporarily on the site while zoning and approvals for a permanent placement proceed.
Staff also reported that the town is pursuing software upgrades to accept building-permit applications and payments online. Officials said the program will be integrated with existing property-management systems, will allow electronic plan submissions and payments, and that staff training and onboarding is expected to begin next month.
Staff invited questions and noted continued coordination with the planning commission as state-level housing regulations evolve.
