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Planning Commission backs UDC language updates to align solid‑waste terms with Chapter 26

Ann Arbor Planning Commission · March 3, 2026

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Summary

The commission recommended approval of amendments to several UDC sections to replace outdated solid‑waste terminology (e.g., 'dumpster' → 'solid waste container', 'curb carts' usage) and to clarify screening and point‑of‑storage requirements; staff said changes align the UDC with recent Chapter 26 and solid‑waste regulation updates.

The Planning Commission on March 3 recommended City Council approve amendments throughout Chapter 55 of the Unified Development Code to update and align solid‑waste terminology with recent changes to Chapter 26 and the city’s solid‑waste regulations.

Planner DeLeo explained the proposed edits cover…

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