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Planning commission reviews broad zoning amendments and recommends two application denials pending extension requests
Summary
Commissioners reviewed roughly 50 proposed zoning amendments—about half addressing housing—and discussed bylaws, a potential vacant‑property registry, short‑term rentals, and parking requirements. The body also recommended denial of two applications if extension requests are not filed by April 16, 2026.
The Chester City Planning Commission spent substantial time on April 8 reviewing a package of proposed zoning amendments and other commission business, alongside a sketch‑plan presentation. Planning staff said roughly 50 amendments are under consideration, with about half aimed at clarifying housing types and reducing some regulatory barriers to help boost housing supply.
The planning director said the amendments seek to update definitions (including “transitional housing” versus group homes), add rules for short‑term rentals, and relax certain parking requirements for small parcels to make infill…
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