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Draft UDO would map floodplain, historic and airport overlays to flag development constraints
Summary
The draft ordinance adds three overlays—flood hazard, historic district and airport protection—that mirror existing DNR/FEMA and FAA guidance to flag areas for extra review; the airport overlay includes a 60‑foot local cap and deed-based noise acknowledgement for buyers in certain zones.
Amy, the UDO consultant, told the Planning Commission the draft adds three overlays to the zoning map that function as regulatory 'red flags' to guide applicants and staff.
Flood hazard overlay: The UDO mirrors Department of Natural Resources and FEMA flood hazard maps so properties within mapped zones are clearly flagged for compliance with floodplain rules. Amy said the overlay does not change substantive flood regulations already enforced by state or…
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