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Council debates possible moratorium on new drive‑throughs; directs staff to return with analysis tied to zoning update
Summary
Council members debated whether to pause new drive‑through approvals while the zoning code update is underway. Members split: some favored an immediate moratorium to protect walkable districts; others opposed an emergency ban and asked for a targeted staff analysis. Council directed planning staff to report back with options and best practices.
Palm Springs council members debated whether to impose a moratorium on new drive‑through uses at the Jan. 9 meeting but stopped short of adopting an immediate ban. Instead, council directed planning staff to compile a targeted report with best‑practice options and locational guidance before the zoning code update is finalized.
Background and concerns: Councilmember Bernstein proposed a pause on accepting new drive‑through applications, citing the city’s recent general plan adoption emphasizing walkable commercial districts, the Climate Action…
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