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Consideration of a proposed ordinance change for commercial and residential vehicle parking regulations in residential districts (Zoning Code Sections 24.11.060B & C)
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Submitted by:
Art Piñon
Department:
Development
A. Background/Options
At the January 20 Community Affairs Committee meeting, Alderperson Brannin introduced proposed modifications to City Code sections 24.11.060.B and 24.11.060.C related to parking regulations for commercial vehicles in residential zoning districts.
A summary of the proposed amendments is as follows:
• Increase the maximum permitted vehicle weight threshold to 10,000 pounds;
• Allow one commercial vehicle per residential property, even if the vehicle meets the defined commercial vehicle characteristics;
• Prohibit the parking of heavy commercial vehicles in residential districts; and
• Require that permitted vehicles be parked on paved surfaces.
Additionally, to maintain consistency within the code, noncommercial vehicle parking will continue to be required on paved surfaces; however, existing location-based restrictions would be removed.
The Committee expressed support for the proposed changes. Attached to this report is a strike-through version of the proposed modifications.
The required public hearing for this item was held at the February 24 regularly scheduled Common Council meeting. No public comments were received.
B. Staff Comments
Planning/Zoning Division
No additional comments
Building Division
No additional comments
City Assessor’s Office
No concerns.
City Clerk’s Office
No Comments.
Engineering Division
No comments.
Fire Department
No comments.
Health Department
No comments.
Police Department
No comments.
C. Recommendation
Staff recommends approval.