The added proposed content seeks to provide simplified language related to how buildings can be constructed in each zoning district, by defining acceptable building sizes, required parking, sign limitations, landscaping expectations and other requirements.
The transition to a Unified Development Code has been discussed during recent public hearings related to rezoning parcels in the city to accommodate future development. Community Development staff have pointed to the need for a clearer code to help residents and developers better understand what can be built, without requiring a complex public review process.
“What we need to be doing is make sure we understand what the base zoning will produce,” Ryan Yetzer, the city’s interim deputy director of development and construction service, said during a discussion of zoning and standards at a council meeting earlier this month.
Olmsted County Bank renovation proposal could test new way to review potential landmarks
Owners of historic building requested a demolition permit last month to see a review by Rochester s Heritage Preservation Commission. 8:15 pm, May 12, 2021 ×
A preliminary rendering of the concept for adding two floors to the former Olmsted County Bank and Trust building was provided to the Rochester Heritage Preservation Commission for review Tuesday. (Widseth Smith Nolting)
A proposed pilot program could provide early consideration for a plan to adapt and reuse the former Olmsted Bank and Trust Building in downtown Rochester.
The Rochester City Council will be asked Monday to approve the proposal, which would allow the city’s Heritage Preservation Commission to officially review plans for the potential city landmark without an official building permit in play.
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The city started requiring face coverings in early July to prevent the spread of COVID-19, about two weeks before Gov. Tim Walz enacted a statewide mandate.
The city requirement officially expires with the statewide order, now set to expire on July 1 or when 70 percent of eligible state residents have received at least one dose of vaccine, whichever comes first.
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Members to discuss requirements for tax program eligibility with property owners
Waxahachie Daily Light
Discussions with property owners regarding requirements for tax program eligibility lead the agenda for Thursday evening’s monthly meeting of the Waxahachie Heritage Preservation Commission.
The commission will hold discussions with the owners of 201 East University Avenue and 813 West Jefferson Street regarding requirements for tax program eligibility. Commission members will also consider approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness for 607 W. Jefferson Street.
The commission will also hold a workshop on draft residential design guidelines.
Heritage Preservation Commission members are Becky Kauffman, Glinda Felty, Shannon Simpson, Peggy Crabtree, Curtiss Thompson and Jeff Smith. The Planning & Zoning Commission liaison is Bonney Ramsey, the Heritage Preservation Officer is Anita Simpson and the City Council liaison is Mary Lou Shipley.
Olmsted County Bank demolition request intended to spark landmark review amid renovation plans
Buyer of historic property wants to add floors in effort to bring new uses to Second Street Southwest building. 10:00 pm, Apr. 27, 2021 ×
A preliminary rendering of the concept for adding two floors to the former Olmsted County Bank and Trust building was provided to the Rochester Heritage Preservation Commission for review Tuesday. (Widseth Smith Nolting)
A demolition permit request for the former Olmsted County Bank and Trust building is intended to spur review of the building’s potential landmark status.
“The main goal, of course, is not to demolish the property, but instead revitalize it,” property owner Mike Hawkins and a representative of Capital Ventures LLC wrote in a letter sent to Rochester Heritage Preservation Commission Chairwoman Christine Schultze.