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City staff says special-use permit process has allowed more housing projects; staff urges continued applicant outreach
Summary
Planning staff presented five years of special-use permit (SUP) data, showing many applications and a strong contribution to housing supply, particularly single-family and small multi-family units. Staff described the SUP review and notification process and said most SUPs addressed lot and setback requirements.
City planning staff updated the Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee on the Special Use Permit (SUP) process and how the mechanism has been used since ordinance changes.
The city’s deputy director for Planning and Development Review described SUPs as a legislative tool that allows uses or dimensions not otherwise permitted by the underlying zoning, and said staff reviews each case with multiple city departments (planning, land use/zoning, building plan review, public works, utilities and fire). Staff noted the…
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