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Residents press commission on development setbacks and redistricting outreach
Summary
Multiple public commenters raised concerns: a developer said setback changes stalled his subdivision and would shrink houses and tax revenue; commissioners discussed redistricting outreach options and a county work session was noted for Aug. 14.
During the public-comment portion, local developer Eric Greenhow said recent changes to setback requirements have halted work in his subdivision and that moving houses back 5 feet would reduce house footprints and long-term tax revenue. He asked the commission to place the issue on an agenda so work can continue.
The commission also discussed redistricting outreach. A commissioner recommended surveying residents and noted statutory limits on the use of public funds for advocacy; the commissioner announced a county commission work session on Aug. 14 to discuss programs and funds that could be affected by a potential referendum. The meeting included back-and-forth about ensuring adequate notification and whether staff should obtain legal opinion prior to further action.
