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Planning commission backs zoning ordinance update, adds clarifications on nonconformities and gateway overlay standards
Summary
After public questions about overlays and property impacts, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend a comprehensive zoning ordinance update to City Council; staff said changes include clarified nonconforming-use rules, restoration timelines and gateway overlay design standards.
The City of Sweetwater Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend a major update to the city's zoning land-use ordinance, sending the proposal to City Council after a public hearing and discussion.
Planning staff member Vester told commissioners the zoning update was prepared after the city contracted with a consultant (referenced as Kendig/KKC) and followed multiple public and commission work sessions. The ordinance package reduces the number of zoning districts, revises dimensional and site-development standards, and adds provisions addressing nonconforming…
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