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Council recommends rezoning for 45th Street property after developer commits to no outdoor storage
Summary
The Lawrence City Common Council voted 7–1 to give a favorable recommendation to a rezoning petition for a property on 45th Street after the petitioner agreed to design changes, landscaping, sidewalks and a firm prohibition on outdoor storage; the recommendation will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Development Commission.
A majority of the Lawrence City Common Council on March 18 voted to recommend rezoning a 45th Street property from a mix of residential/commercial designations to C5 commercial after the petitioner offered design and landscaping commitments and the city’s public works director signaled support.
David Hillman, a lead consultant for the petitioner, told the council the site currently contains a nonconforming building and that the proposed rezoning would align the property’s use with the city’s comprehensive plan. Hillman said the proposal includes architectural enhancements, a masonry base and…
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