Planners propose procedural code updates to speed reviews, change some rezoning steps

Sep 3, 2026

Senior Planner Katie Posler proposed amendments to Titles 11–14 to streamline review, shorten correction response time (with extension), consolidate appeals, phase multifamily occupancy and move site‑specific rezones to a hearing‑examiner open‑record process while retaining City Council final authority.

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Senior Planner Katie Posler presented proposed procedural code updates intended to clarify and simplify permit procedures, remove obsolete provisions and align local code with state law. No action was required tonight; staff sought commission feedback before a planned public hearing on September 16 and Council consideration in October.

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