Planning Commission Advances Code Updates

The Planning Commission on Thursday, October 8, 2026, scheduled a public hearing for October 22, 2026, for Ordinance No. 2026-15 (via CivicClerk). This ordinance updates the BIMC for consistency with state land use law, proposing changes such as clarifying permit processing times, expanding residential zones to allow dwelling units in existing buildings, and updating definitions for "Wetland" and "Family."

The Design Review Board on Monday, October 5, 2026, approved its August 17, 2026, meeting minutes and recommended the 2025-2026 Annual Report & Work Plan to the City Council for approval (via CivicClerk). No votes were recorded for either board's actions.