Task force rejects flat 6‑unit rate and backs a more nuanced RM‑4 approach

May 7, 2026

After staff outlined RM‑4 zoning and proposed subdivision reforms, the task force voted down a straight replacement of the sliding scale with 6 units per acre and overwhelmingly endorsed exploring a context‑sensitive alternative that would consider neighborhood character.

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The LMO Task Force polled members on whether to replace the RM‑4 sliding‑scale density with a flat 6 dwelling units per acre and then on a more nuanced, context‑sensitive approach. Facilitator notes and on‑screen tallies showed members were not comfortable switching to a simple 6 du/acre standard; a follow‑up question on a nuanced approach drew about 78–82% support in the meeting’s on‑the‑spot polling.

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