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Neighbors oppose proposed duplexes at 6636 N. 30th Ave.; council lays over rezoning to April 29
Summary
Neighbors and residents urged the City Council to deny a rezoning that would permit two duplexes at 6636 North 30th Avenue, citing parking, storm-shelter and neighborhood-character concerns. The council voted 6–1 to lay the request over to April 29 to give the developer time to meet neighbors and respond.
Neighbors of 6636 North 30th Avenue urged the Omaha City Council on April 8 to deny a rezoning request that would allow two duplexes on the lot, arguing the proposal would add vehicles, reduce outdoor space and change neighborhood character. Residents cited insufficient yard space, parking strain, tornado-shelter concerns for upper-level sleeping areas and a lack of developer outreach.
Why it matters: a zoning change from R4 to R5 would permit duplex construction described by opponents as “multifamily” for the site. Neighbors said the lot is too small for two duplexes and raised questions about how many vehicles and occupants could…
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