Title
Adopt a Resolution to Approve and Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Consulting Services Agreement with Miller Planning Associates, LLC for the Preparation of a Comprehensive Zoning Code Update in an Amount Not-to-Exceed $157,000
Staffreport
COUNCIL PRIORITY
* Economic Development
SUMMARY
The City's Zoning Code requires updates to improve navigation and clarity to current planning standards to better assist property owners, businesses, and City staff. The proposed update will comprehensively revise the Zoning Code to reflect best practices, enhance usability, and align land use and development regulations as recommended in the City's 2024 Economic Development Strategy.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Staff recommends that the City Council approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with Miller Planning Associates, LLC for the preparation of a comprehensive Zoning Code Update for a not-to-exceed amount of $157,000.
BACKGROUND
The existing Zoning Code has been amended incrementally over several decades, resulting in fragmentation and the need for a comprehensive revision, including but not limited to addressing economic development priorities, and community expectations. In addition, the 2024 Economic Development Strategy highlights the importance of streamlining the City's regulatory processes to enhance business retention, expansion, and attraction.
Analysis
A comprehensive Zoning Code Update will provide a modern, cohesive, and user-friendly document that supports responsible development and economic growth. The scope of work includes the following:
* Task 1: Zoning Code Outline - Development of an annotated outline to structure the new Code for improved clarity and usability.
* Task 2: Draft Zoning Code - Preparation of updated regulations in modules (e.g., Use Regulations, Development Standards, Administrative Provisions), with emphasis on consistency, simplicity, and legal compliance.
* Task 3: Public Review and Ad...
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