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Fort Thomas residents press council to slow zoning rewrite, warn against added density
Summary
Residents filled the City Council meeting to urge a pause on the phase‑4 Unified Development Ordinance draft, saying it risks taller buildings, more apartments over commercial space and loss of the city—s historic character. Council scheduled a joint session with Planning & Zoning Wednesday and said it will review public input.
A packed Fort Thomas City Council meeting on Monday focused on a contentious draft of the city—s zoning code, as residents pressed elected officials to slow or pause the phase‑4 Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) process.
Speakers from across the city asked council to align any new zoning with Fort Thomas— existing character and to clarify concrete goals before adoption. "All I've been hearing lately is density, density, density," said resident Paula Benami, who identified herself and her long tenure in the city. Residents cited concerns about proposed increases in allowable…
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