Council debates adding residential architectural standards to zoning code
Feb 24, 2026
Feb 24, 2026
Council discussed approaches to strengthen residential design standards—codifying requirements in the zoning code versus reviving an architectural review board—citing past problems with subjective review and the desire for consistent outcomes in new development.
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Council members opened a lengthy discussion about adding residential architectural design standards to the village's code and whether to rely on a design-review board or codified standards.
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