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Assembly rezones 7170 Glacier Highway to light commercial to allow higher-density housing

Juneau City and Borough Assembly · February 10, 2026
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Summary

The Assembly voted 6–3 to rezone a 7-Mile Glacier Highway parcel (7170) from D18 to Light Commercial, a move proponents said could allow roughly 120 units and opponents said risks reducing guaranteed housing capacity under D18.

On Feb. 9 the Assembly approved Ordinance 2026-06, changing the zoning of a 7-Mile lot at 7170 Glacier Highway from D18 (high-density residential) to Light Commercial by roll call (6 yeas, 3 nays).

Applicants and their representatives described a mixed-use residential concept for roughly 120 units on the four-acre site and argued the location (near transit, trails and the CBJ streets shop) is suitable for workforce and…

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