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Conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed amendments to City Code Title 25 (Land Development) that would revise regulations that apply to lots with one housing unit; create regulations that allow properties to be used for charging electric vehicles; create regulations, including a density bonus program that modifies height and compatibility in exchange for community benefits, for properties that are located within a half mile of the planned Phase 1 Light Rail and Priority Extensions (also known as the Equitable Transit-Oriented Development (ETOD) overlay); revise regulations that apply to flag lots and small lots; and revise height, building placement, and other related regulations that apply to property and are in addition to the base zoning regulations (also known as Compatibility Standards).
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Lead Department
Planning Department.
Fiscal Note
This item has no fiscal impact.
For More Information:
Lauren Middleton-Pratt, Director, (512) 974-1827.
Additional Backup Information:
Reducing Minimum Lot Sizes for One Residential Unit (HOME Phase 2)
Council Direction. Land Development Code amendments to reduce the minimum lot size for one residential unit were initiated as part of Resolution No. 20230720-126 (HOME Initiative) with a goal of increasing housing options by providing homeowners with the choice and flexibility to be creative with their space and the property they already own.
Proposal. The proposed code amendments would reduce the lot size required for one home and revise site development rules to allow ownership of one home on a smaller lot, also known as "fee-simple ownership." Larger lot sizes are still allowed. The proposed changes:
o Lower the minimum lot size for one unit from 5,750 sq ft to 2,000 sq ft;
o Adjust development standards for lots under 5,750 sq ft including:
* Reducing the minimum lot width and setbacks,
* Adding design standards for driveways, front yards, and garage placement,
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