For 2024, the EDA re-elects Bob Young chair, no newcomers appointed. Updates on Virginia Village property acquisitions, new businesses, a new 7-story mixed-use development.
City Council has signaled that it will consider zoning changes on Accessory Dwelling Units in 2024. Learn about what other jurisdictions have done and why.
City staff and Council members perform a candid and revealing postmortem to glean T-Zone lessons for handling future zoning changes.
Commissioners meet to discuss the 2024 Planning agenda and proposals for engaging the public. Rob Puentes is the new Chair.
A new study projects a population growth of 35% from 2020 to 2030 as a result of the mixed-use developments, making the City among the densest in the region.
A City commissioned study projects enrollment growth of 15% from 2023 to 2030, within the physical capacity of the City schools.
Approved 2023 energy plan identifies residential zoning changes as an action in its strategies to achieve its emissions reduction goals.
The new T-Zone code opens the door for 4 historic properties to be developed. The O’Bannon House owner has begun to explore building townhomes there.
Council voted to pass the new T-Zone code despite opposition from hundreds of citizens, including current and former mayors and planning commissioners.
