Council ratifies most zoning text and map amendments; members press for more DOE open‑space input

Mar 9, 2026

Oak Ridge council ratified a package of zoning text and map amendments — including measures to promote biodiversity, change sign rules and map several parcels — while some members pressed for more public input and better handling of Department of Energy–owned open space in the comprehensive plan.

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At its March meeting the Oak Ridge City Council ratified a series of zoning ordinance text and map amendments and discussed how the comprehensive plan treats DOE-owned open space.

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