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Long Beach commission removes proposed moratorium from agenda, continues zoning-code definitions hearing
Summary
The commission voted 6–1 to remove a proposed moratorium on new building permits from the agenda and unanimously continued a public hearing on proposed amendments to Zoning Code Sec. 154.020 (definitions) for one month.
At its March 16 meeting, the Long Beach Plan Commission voted 6–1 to remove a previously listed agenda item proposing a moratorium on new building permits. The motion to remove the moratorium was made by Seth McCormick and seconded by Matthew Karstrand.
Separately, the commission continued a public hearing on proposed changes to Zoning Code Sec. 154.020 (definitions), including language related to 'Accessory Building' and 'New House.' Commissioner Anita Remijas moved to continue the hearing for one month; the motion, seconded by Seth McCormick, carried unanimously.
Why it matters: Both the moratorium and the proposed definition changes could affect how the town regulates new construction and accessory structures. Continuing the hearing gives the commission more time to consider the draft language and public input; removing the moratorium item from the agenda means the commission declined to advance that temporary restriction at this meeting.
Next steps: The hearing on Section 154.020 will resume at the commission's next meeting on April 20, 2026. The moratorium item was removed from the agenda by voice vote and is not scheduled for immediate reconsideration in the minutes.
