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Moline council advances small‑lot zoning change to expand housing options
Summary
Council members voted to advance an ordinance that would permit homes on R‑2 lots smaller than 6,000 square feet to a city‑council public hearing, a step proponents say will reduce barriers to infill housing.
The Moline City Council voted on Aug. 5 to advance to a city‑council public hearing an ordinance that would revise R‑2 (single‑family residence) zoning to allow development on lots smaller than 6,000 square feet. The motion to advance the measure to the next council agenda was made by Alderman Timmyan and seconded by Alderman Finch and passed by voice vote.
Supporters said the change is intended to unlock infill development on existing substandard lots. Alderman Timmyan said the proposal recognizes that “30% of the lots within the city of Moline are under 6,000 square feet” and that…
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