Bellaire planners workshop CMU code changes, debate front-yard setbacks and height-stepbacks

Aug 14, 2025

Staff and consultant revisited proposed updates to the Corridor Mixed Use (CMU) zoning text, focusing on front-yard setbacks, the height‑setback plane, maximum site coverage and how to handle large redevelopment sites; commissioners asked for more time and will continue the workshop at the next meeting.

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On Aug. 14 the Bellaire Planning and Zoning Commission held a workshop to continue review of proposed amendments to Chapter 24, Article 5, Section 24-5-36 (CMU, Corridor Mixed Use). The consultant retained for the rewrite, Gary Mitchell of Kennedy Collaborative, joined staff to explain draft changes and to surface decision points for the commission.

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