Board debates whether added advisory steps would slow development
Board members and staff debated whether earlier advisory meetings would help design outcomes or create extra formal steps that delay permits; staff warned advisory recommendations often become conditions and can extend project timelines.
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Board members argued for earlier advisory engagement so the board can shape projects before they are finalized, while staff cautioned that additional review steps risk delaying approvals and increasing costs for applicants.
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