CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
ACTION REQUESTED:
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Waive the first reading and pass the ordinance amending Chapter 16 and Article D of Chapter 7 of Title 6 (Zoning Regulations) regarding the B4 yard requirements and sign requirements - PZC 22-1-101 (requires 6 positive votes)
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DEPARTMENT: Transportation, Engineering and Development
SUBMITTED BY: Gabrielle Mattingly, AICP, Community Planner and Kathleen Russell, AICP, Community Planner
BOARD/COMMISSION REVIEW:
The Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) considered the proposed text amendments on November 2, 2022. One member of the public spoke in support of the proposed amendment. At the conclusion of the public comment and PZC discussion, the PZC closed the public hearing and recommended approval of PZC 22-1-101, as presented (vote 8-0). Staff concurs.
BACKGROUND:
Staff recommends making changes to amend Chapter 16 (Signs) and Article D (B4 Downtown Core District) of Chapter 7 (Business Districts) of Title 6 (Zoning Regulations) of the Municipal Code.
DISCUSSION:
Chapter 7 Article D: B4 Downtown Core District
The B4 (Downtown Core District) was previously amended in 2011 in accordance with zoning code change recommendations proposed by the Downtown 2030 Plan. These recommendations included the establishment of a maximum setback of 6' for any new construction or for modifications to any exterior building wall in the B4 district that are made after January 1, 2012. This maximum setback from all property lines was intended to create a consistent streetwall in the downtown.
A streetwall is "established by continuous building fronts at or near the front property line with no or minimal gaps between them. Streetwalls reinforce the pedestrian character of the downtown by establishing aesthetic and functional continuity" (p. 40 Naperville Downtown 2030). As such, staff does not find it is necessary to require this streetwall to be maintained along the property lines which are not facing the street (i.e. ...
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