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Planning commission recommends ordinance to clarify zoning amendment procedures
Summary
Commission voted to recommend Ordinance 2026-4, which codifies steps for proposed zoning-code amendments and aligns local ordinance language with the village charter, including public-hearing requirements.
Staff presented Ordinance 2026-4, which amends section 11.44.04 to clarify procedures for proposed amendments to the zoning code. The draft aligns ordinance text with charter provisions (including public-hearing and notice requirements) and sets out the procedural steps when the planning commission is asked to review code or rezoning changes.
The presenter said the revised ordinance fills a long-standing gap in the code by spelling out the public‑hearing process that state law requires and by clarifying when planning & zoning recommendations go to council and when five council votes are needed to overturn a commission recommendation.
Commissioners discussed potential impacts if the Charter Review Commission changes the charter, and staff said they will review associated ordinances in tandem with any charter changes. After discussion, the commission moved, seconded and voted to recommend Ordinance 2026-4 to council.
