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Commission adopts new RT18 townhouse zoning text on second reading, 5–0
Summary
The commission adopted an amendment to the city's zoning regulations creating a new RT18 Townhouse Residential district and related code clarifications intended to allow townhouse forms on narrow lots; the measure passed unanimously on second reading.
On second reading the commission adopted an ordinance creating a new RT18 Townhouse Residential zoning district and associated code changes intended to allow a townhouse building form appropriate for narrow infill lots. The second reading included minor corrections (an exhibit square‑foot correction was noted on the record) and staff confirmed the ordinance will not automatically rezone properties — map changes will follow the comprehensive plan actions already transmitted.
Commissioners said the change is intended to provide an implementable building form that can be used when owners or developers opt in through a map amendment or rezoning process. Commissioner Lieberman, who moved the item on second reading, said the change aims to avoid creating widespread nonconformity among existing single‑family parcels.
