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Second reading of wide zoning changes advances no farther after no second; planning concerns remain
Summary
Council heard a second reading of proposed zoning ordinance amendments affecting residential and commercial density, permitted uses and height limits; the motion to adopt received no second and did not proceed. Planning staff and public commenters urged more outreach and education before decisions.
The council held a second reading on an ordinance that would change how maximum residential density is calculated across several zoning districts, add planned developments as permitted uses in some categories, and raise the maximum height for the R‑3 district to three stories (not to exceed 50 feet).
The ordinance, as described in the agenda summary, would: change calculations from net acres to gross acres in some residential districts; cap R‑3 residential density at 16 dwelling units per gross acre where applicable; add planned development projects and neighborhood…
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