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Commission hears updates on Oakland redevelopment, Pendleton Pike planting and a draft overlay district
Summary
Staff reported that the Oakland And Economic Development Area resolution cleared council but missed the public-notice window and will come back in January. Developers are exploring Oakland parcels, including interest in a 4% tax-credit project of about 150 units; staff also previewed a Pinto To Pike overlay draft and a Pendleton Pike planting plan for early spring.
The Lawrence City Economic Redevelopment Commission on Thursday heard staff updates on several planning and redevelopment efforts, including the Oakland And Economic Development Area, developer interest in nearby parcels, a draft Pinto To Pike overlay and plans for Pendleton Pike plantings.
Executive Director Mr. Goodnight (Speaker 5) told the commission that the Oakland And Economic Development Area resolution was approved by the city council at its first December meeting but that the adoption did not meet the 10-day published-notice requirement for a public hearing. He said the item will be considered by the commission at its January meeting. Mr. Goodnight said staff are working with JQL on a survey of the corridor and have connected the…
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