Jericho panel debates narrowing triggers for required Planned Unit Developments

Mar 3, 2026

Staff proposed requiring PUD review only when three conditions align (major subdivision of four+ lots, specific zoning districts, and the presence of mapped site resources). Commissioners raised concerns that narrowing mandatory PUDs could hinder infill and long-term housing goals; staff will refine criteria and return with a revised draft.

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Town Planner Chris Shaheen presented a staff recommendation to make PUD review mandatory only when three specific criteria coincide: the project is a major subdivision (four lots or more), it is located in one of the specified zoning districts (Low-Density Residential, Rural Agricultural/Residential, Forestry), and mapped site resources are present.

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