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Airport briefing prompts committee to consider overlay to limit residential impacts near Auburn Lewon Airport
Summary
Transportation Director Jonathan Levante warned that dense residential development and increased building heights near runway approaches could conflict with FAA obligations and suggested the committee explore overlays or moderated growth categories to mitigate risks.
The committee received a technical briefing on airport land‑use constraints that prompted members to consider mapping tools to protect aviation operations.
"Anything that's residential or outdoor mass gathering for a permanent use are considered non‑compatible," Jonathan Levante, the city's transportation director and airport contract manager, told the committee, describing FAA grant‑assurance obligations and runway protection zone guidance. He said approach…
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