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Council delays Solterra zoning and development-agreement decisions after affordability concerns
Summary
The council continued consideration of Ordinance 2025-18 (Solterra: map/zoning changes for ~13 acres) after members raised missing-middle and housing-affordability concerns; with only three members present the item was continued to a future full-council meeting.
The council paused final action on Ordinance 2025-18, a concurrent map and zone amendment for the Solterra development (about 13.022 acres), after members expressed differing views on housing type and affordability.
One councilmember raised affordability and 'missing middle' concerns, arguing that the developer’s stated starting price ($525,000) would not address the need for more starter homes and suggested approving a different mix of medium-density zoning with requirements to support accessory dwelling units. Another councilmember countered that the proposal would prevent taller townhome construction at the site and that the developer had returned quickly to address council comments, offering home plans likely to yield many new units in price ranges that could suit seniors or buyers seeking new construction.
Because only three councilmembers were present, the mayor noted that any action this evening would have to be unanimous to pass. Councilmember Mike moved to continue discussion to a future meeting so all members can participate; that motion was seconded and carried by those present. The development agreement for Solterra was also continued.
