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Council amends design rules to allow 100% architectural metal in C1/C2 with design conditions (Ordinance 2026-001)
Summary
Council debated and amended zoning text to allow 100% architectural metal on all sides in C1/C2 zones but adopted a condition requiring that if more than 50% architectural metal is used, multiple types, colors or textures must be incorporated to avoid monotonous single‑material façades.
The City Council debated proposed ordinance amendments (Ordinance 2026‑001) that would allow 100% architectural metal as an exterior material in the C1 and C2 zoning districts. Council members raised concerns that permitting 100% metal without design safeguards could produce monotonous, single‑color buildings and erode prior design standards intended to encourage variety and articulation.
Staff said the key…
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