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Commission introduces proposed R-5 zoning change to encourage mixed-use PUDs; debate centers on radius, unit thresholds and enforcement
Summary
Commissioners introduced an ordinance to amend R-5 multifamily zoning to require mixed-use planned unit developments and to limit automatic exemptions within a reduced radius; discussion focused on whether to allow nearby developments to 'piggyback', appropriate distance (one mile vs. quarter mile), unit thresholds and enforcement mechanisms.
The Livingston Parish Planning Commission opened and discussed a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 117 of the parish code to change how R-5 (multifamily) zoning may be developed.
The ordinance, introduced by commission members, would require higher-density R-5 developments to be part of a mixed-use planned unit development (PUD) that includes commercial uses (retail, restaurants or similar) so that residential density supports nearby businesses and infrastructure. Proponents said the change is intended to encourage planned, mixed-use development rather than isolated apartment clusters that lack nearby services.
Commissioners and planning staff debated several…
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