Developer seeks more flexible phasing for mixed‑use projects; commissioners ask for guidance, examples and risk analysis

A zoning text amendment (ZTA) to Section 417 (Mixed Use district phasing) was presented at the Planning Commission workshop on April 21. The applicant, represented by attorney Philip Hummel of Schulman Rogers on behalf of a developer client, proposed replacing the code’s fixed phasing schedule with a flexible approach that would allow applicants to propose a project‑specific phasing schedule for mixed‑use master plans. The proposal would also permit director‑level modifications for previously approved MU projects so long as changes did not affect Adequate Public Facilities (APFO) certificates.