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Atoka council repeals contested facade ordinance and promises new options
Summary
The council voted to repeal its existing facade ordinance (Ordinance 6 12) and declared an emergency; staff said they will draft new, clearer options and return to the council.
The Atoka City Council voted unanimously to repeal the city's existing facade ordinance and declared the repeal an emergency so the change takes effect immediately.
Councilmembers and staff said the prior facade regulation was poorly drafted and inconsistently enforced, creating uncertainty for property owners and developers. A council member said the city will return with several concrete draft options to replace the repealed rule.
Staff told the council that while the repeal temporarily removes the facade requirement, staff will present new draft language quickly so the council can consider clearer standards. The council approved both the repeal (Ordinance 6 12) and the emergency declaration by unanimous roll call.
Members noted that buildings with pending permits that meet the city's application requirements may proceed while staff works on replacement language. The council did not adopt new facade requirements at the meeting; instead, staff will draft alternatives for future council consideration.
