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Cotati planning commission approves code interpretation to streamline design review for minor repairs
Summary
Commission approved an official zoning‑code interpretation allowing the community development director to exempt certain siding, landscaping and safety repairs on multifamily and commercial properties from design review so they can proceed through building permits, aiming to reduce cost and delay for property owners.
The Cotati Planning Commission on Aug. 18 voted to approve an official zoning‑code interpretation that will allow certain repair and minor material‑change projects on multifamily and commercial properties to proceed with a building permit rather than a full design‑review hearing.
Staff explained that the zoning code’s design‑review requirement can require applicants to pay substantial fees and wait months even for repairs that must meet already‑adopted…
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