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Papillion council hears public input on 'missing middle' zoning amendment
Summary
Council opened a public hearing on an overhaul of Chapter 205 to permit 'missing middle' housing types. Staff, developers and a builder‑developer voiced support and asked detailed questions about setbacks, density and whether the change responds to any state mandate; the hearing was closed for further council consideration at third reading.
The council opened a public hearing on Ordinance 2,093 to replace the city’s Chapter 205 zoning code with provisions addressing 'missing middle' housing types, including pocket or cluster neighborhoods. Planning staff and councilmembers discussed examples and fit in Papillion, citing the Foundry Depot site and elements in the Bungalows on the Lake project as local analogues.
A planner and staff described flexibility in setbacks and product types that could permit smaller‑footprint buildings and courtyards intended to increase attainable housing options. Councilmembers asked for additional implementation details, including how density would be calculated and whether setback standards would be debated further at later readings.
Nick Dolphins (identified himself as a builder and developer, 1450 Hardwood Drive) spoke in favor of the amendments, describing regional experience working on affordable‑housing solutions and saying the ordinance was ‘‘spot on’’ and would expand product types for different demographics. After public comment, the mayor closed the hearing; council directed staff to provide additional specifics for third reading and further council discussion.
