Goal #10

Develop Zoning Requirements that Require Greenspace as Part of Residential and Commercial Developments

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1. Conduct a survey with NCTCOG and other municipalities to determine best practices in greenspace requirements

2. Conduct a joint meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission and the City Council to determine intended purpose and desired outcomes of greenspace requirements

3. Develop draft residential and commercial greenspace requirements

4. Present greenspace ordinance to the Planning & Zoning Commission for consideration

5. Present greenspace ordinance to the City Council for consideration

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2nd Quarter Update
April 2023 

In Q2, staff began researching other municipality greenspace requirements and ordinances. Options for City Council consideration are expected to be presented at a City Council Meeting in June 2023.

1st Quarter Update
January 2023

In Q1, staff began planning efforts for a joint meeting between the Planning & Zoning Commission and the City Council to discuss greenspace requirements. The joint meeting is planned for Q2.