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Sandusky commission advances zoning changes and routes some appeals to commission; rec and bayfront committees moved to quarterly
Summary
Commissioners debated amendments tying 'declining geographic area' to planning processes and adopted two zoning-related ordinances (one requires a second reading to complete adoption); the council also approved consent items moving the recreation board and Bayfront Corridor Committee to quarterly meetings and approved multiple budget and procurement ordinances.
The Sandusky City Commission on March 23 debated amendments to the city's zoning code that would define "declining geographic area" in connection with planning processes and modify provisions related to accessory uses and transient rentals.
For the item amending Part 11 of the planning and zoning code, commissioners questioned whether the phrase "declining geographic area" was overly broad and could allow new overlay districts in many neighborhoods. Staff and the law department said defining such areas would require a comprehensive planning process and public engagement (planning commission review), which would make creation of overlay districts more…
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