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Planning staff previews potential sign‑ordinance change and short‑term rental study; waterfront work to start
Summary
Planning staff told the commission about a proposed zoning amendment to allow LED school signs, city‑council direction to study short‑term rental rules, and upcoming waterfront construction and Front Street closures tied to a multimillion‑dollar contract.
Planning staff updated the commission on two near‑term policy items and several capital projects.
Staff said the planning department received a zoning amendment application to allow LED signs at schools; staff will refine sign‑code language so it applies to schools in R‑1 zones and then forward the item for further review. The city council also asked staff to examine options for a short‑term rental ordinance; staff expects an update at a future council meeting and said the item may return to planning commission for initial review.
On capital work, the city reported that Tidewater Contractors is under contract for the next phase of waterfront plaza and amphitheater work, an approximately $5 million construction package that will require temporary closures on Front Street and K Street. Staff also noted progress on a Talawa Interpretive Trail installation and budget workshops scheduled for next week.
Staff said the next planning commission meeting is tentatively scheduled for June 11 and that more information will be provided as items are ready for council or commission review.
