County begins overhaul of Title 20 development code; public workshops scheduled
Summary
County planning staff presented a repeal‑and‑replace reformat of Douglas County Code Title 20, consolidating definitions, creating a single land‑use table, and proposing refinements (RV rules, accessory rural event venues, zoning districts). Staff scheduled public workshops and will return with redlines and recommended language.
Planning staff and consultants presented an outline and draft articles for a major overhaul of Douglas County’s development code (Title 20), emphasizing consolidation of scattered definitions, a consolidated use table, clearer diagrams for zoning districts and a tentative schedule of public workshops through November 2026.
Kate Morales O'Neil and Anne Marie Lane described reformatted articles 1–3 that move definitions to the front, introduce quick‑reference charts and a consolidated land‑use table, and propose a new use category — an "accessory rural event venue" — to capture small‑scale, site‑specific farm‑to‑table and occasional event activity. Staff told the board they have logged public feedback (about 50 survey responses so far) and will incorporate comments on RV/trailer storage, visual screening thresholds, two‑access safety standards and transfer of development rights (TDRs). A series of public workshops is scheduled (next: July 15 at CVIC Hall, 4:30–6:30 p.m.) and staff said a redline draft will be posted before further hearings.
Commissioners encouraged objective, non‑subjective language in definitions and urged staff to identify high‑interest items for separate outreach. Staff emphasized that proposed changes are drafts for feedback and that adoption will require later formal readings and public hearings.
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