Residents warn tall minimums could harm views; staff clarifies zone heights and stepbacks
Multiple residents expressed concern that draft minimum heights and maximums would obstruct views and sunlight for nearby single-family homes. Staff clarified minimums by subdistrict, stepback requirements (20 feet), and protections for existing single-family structures.
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Several residents said they were concerned the draft town center standards set minimum heights that would be inappropriate next to existing homes. James Shogren asked aloud after seeing a slide that “It said a minimum of 4 stories,” and said a 4–7 story minimum would destroy views and sunlight for nearby properties along Highway 89 and Main Street.
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