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Council approves two zoning reclassifications and advances a text change to let small gyms operate in more commercial districts
Summary
The council approved rezoning for a Pilates studio and a martial-arts dojo, granted a home-occupation sign variance, and advanced a text amendment to permit ‘physical culture centers’ in lower-intensity commercial (B‑1) districts going forward.
The Freeport City Council approved multiple zoning matters tied to small fitness and wellness businesses and advanced a citywide zoning text amendment aimed at reducing the need for individual rezoning petitions.
On final passage the council approved the zoning reclassification for 2–6 East Stephenson Street — the planned Pilates and barre studio — and for 105–107 West Main Street — a martial-arts studio (dojo). Both reclassifications were recommended by the zoning board of appeals and the planning commission. Council also approved a variation allowing a 12-square-foot sign for a home-occupation dog-grooming business at 1625 South Locust Avenue.
Director Duckman told council staff…
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