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Planning commission workshops R2A open‑space rules after council denies recent rezone; debate centers on setbacks, lot variety and open‑space size
Summary
Commissioners and a council representative discussed the R2A open‑space subdivision model after council denied a recent proposal. Topics included buffer setbacks next to existing homes, whether to require variety in lot frontages or sizes, density math and incentives tied to a 40% open‑space bonus.
Commissioners and city staff spent substantial time Aug. 28 discussing the R2A open‑space subdivision rules after the city council recently denied a proposal that used the R2A open‑space option. Council representation and staff joined the planning commission workshop to debrief concerns raised at council and consider code tweaks.
Commissioner discussion and council comments focused on three main concerns: buffers adjacent to existing neighborhoods, variety of lot sizes (avoidance of “cookie‑cutter” subdivisions), and the quantity and management of required open space.
Councilman Garrett (first name used in the meeting) described council concerns that the eastern edge of the proposed subdivision lacked sufficient setback and buffering from existing homes, a recurring topic among council members. “Some of the major concerns we had … was the side yard setback with the adjoining existing homes,” he said. In response, staff said the…
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