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Council approves 30-day moratorium on new development over one dissent
Summary
The City of Kingston council approved a 30-day moratorium on new development after a contested vote that recorded one opposition. The temporary pause takes effect immediately to allow time for review of development processes and pending applications.
The City of Kingston council voted to impose a 30-day moratorium on new development in the city on March 2, 2026. Councilwoman Kate Posey moved the measure and Councilwoman Patresha Northgraves seconded; the motion passed with Councilman Reggie Applin recorded supporting and Mayor Pro Tem Payton Silvers recorded opposing the motion.
The moratorium will halt acceptance or approval of new development applications for 30 days to allow staff and council time to review current permitting procedures and any pending applications. The minutes record the motion being added to the agenda and adopted the same night. The council did not specify an exact enforcement start time in the minutes; the motion text and vote are recorded in the meeting record.
