Commission hears staff rationale for limiting curb cuts on alley lots

Aug 19, 2026

Staff told the commission the code changes will generally disallow new curb cuts for alley lots to preserve sidewalk continuity, street trees and on‑street parking, though a subdivided front lot might be eligible for a curb cut under certain conditions; public works and city engineer review remain necessary for any change.

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Planning staff explained that a city priority in the proposed code changes is to limit new curb cuts on alley lots and formerly‑alley lots to preserve continuous sidewalks, street parking and street trees.

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