Commission debates proposal to match MRO side setbacks to R7 amid density concerns

Aug 14, 2026

A citizen asked the commission to consider amending the MRO side setback from 12 to 8 feet to mirror R7; staff said the change raises broader density and lot-definition issues and will require staff review before any formal recommendation.

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A citizen/developer requested that the planning commission consider changing side setbacks in the MRO (multiple residential and office) zone from 12 feet to 8 feet — the same as the R7 district — and the commission discussed whether that amendment would be appropriate.

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