AGENDA DATE: 3/1/2023
TITLE:
Title
Resolution of Intent for Zoning Text Amendment(s) related to Residential Density Bonus Factors
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SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Resolution of Intent for Zoning Text Amendment(s) related to Residential Density Bonus Factors
ITEM TYPE: Consent Action Item
STAFF CONTACT(S): Richardson, Walker, Rosenberg, Herrick, Filardo, McDermott, Fritz
PRESENTER (S): Bill Fritz
LEGAL REVIEW: Yes
REVIEWED BY: Jeffrey B. Richardson
BACKGROUND: On September 27, 2022, the Zoning Administrator issued a letter of determination that residential density bonus factors could not be used in areas designated as Office/Research & Development(R&D)/Flex/Light Industrial in the Comprehensive Plan. On January 3, 2023, the Board of Zoning Appeals reversed the Zoning Administrator’s determination, allowing the use of residential bonus factors in areas not recommended primarily for residential uses.
STRATEGIC PLAN: Quality Government Operations - Ensure County government’s capacity to provide high quality service that achieves community priorities
DISCUSSION: In staff’s view, the use of residential bonus factors in areas not recommended primarily for residential uses is inconsistent with the intent of residential density bonus factors. A zoning text amendment is necessary to align the Zoning Ordinance with the residential densities recommended in the Comprehensive Plan.
BUDGET IMPACT: None
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Board adopt the attached Resolution of Intent (Attachment A).
ATTACHMENTS:
A - Resolution of Intent