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Council receives update on Unified Development Code rewrite and public outreach plans
Summary
Staff and consultant Bolton & Menk are working through a draft 275‑page Unified Development Code update covering lot sizes, tree preservation, architectural standards, variances, accessory dwelling units and EV‑charging; staff will collect public input at 'Check Out New Prague' and return later this year with more detailed proposals.
City staff updated the council on progress revising the Unified Development Code (UDC) with consultant Bolton & Menk. The draft document (275 pages) contains numerous updates, including slight lot‑size adjustments for single‑family zoning, new tree‑preservation language to limit pre‑development clearcutting, architectural design standards for commercial and industrial buildings, modernized plan‑unit development (PUD) rules, and reinstatement of administrative permits for fences and small accessory structures.
Staff also described adding a public‑hearing requirement for variances (beyond state minimums), revising minimum parking requirements, and studying accessory dwelling units and EV‑charging requirements (from 'provide for' to 'require' in some jurisdictions). The council was told these are draft proposals and that the team will continue the work throughout the year; a public‑engagement booth and QR code survey will be available at 'Check Out New Prague' (Memorial Park, Thursday 5–8:30) to solicit resident feedback.
Next steps: staff will continue drafting, public outreach will take place at the community event this week, and formal council updates will come before any final adoption votes.
