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Planning & Zoning Commission adopts multiple zoning text amendments after public hearing
Summary
After a public hearing, the commission voted to adopt revisions to zoning regulations (item 2025-56R) that adjust setback measurements, incorporate the NOAH Complete Streets design guide, clarify accessory building setbacks, update stormwater and WPCA drainage language, tweak parking rules and add incentives for workforce housing.
The Planning and Zoning Commission closed the public hearing and voted April 2 to adopt a set of text amendments to Norwalk’s zoning regulations (referral 2025-56R). The amendments cover multiple chapters and topics, including setback measurements, reference standards, parking and workforce housing incentives.
Planning staff presented the package and said most changes implement technical clarifications, requests from the Traffic & Mobility and WPCA departments, and alignment with the city’s Complete Streets design guide. Key changes adopted include:
- Measuring principal front setbacks in industrial zones from the front property line (10-foot minimum) rather…
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