| More Info--Alderman Reilly Landmark Ordinance |
Alderman Reilly Landmark OrdinanceGeneral Information The purpose of the ordinance is to broaden the possibilities for redevelopment and reuse of structures with historic status or actual landmark status. Alderman Reilly has growing concerns over treasured, older building stock in the ward facing high vacancy rates due to their obsolescence. The city cannot afford for these important buildings to ultimately be abandoned and left to deteriorate because their zoning does not allow for the flexibility necessary for redevelopment. The Alderman is sensitive to the difference between an as-built condition and a vacant lot where owners can build a structure more consistent with market demand. In this environment, we need creative approaches to retain and whenever possible, expand our economic base. Specifically, this proposed ordinance expands the Elective Planned Development Thresholds - Section 17-8-0600 adding an additional category for older buildings, allowing those owners to take advantage of the Planned Development process. Currently, if a building does not meet the elective thresholds, redevelopment is restricted to its zoning classification. With this amendment, owners seeking to redevelop their property can seek relief from zoning restrictions related to Floor Area Ratio (FAR), Minimum Lot Area (MLA), parking requirements and building height while providing for public process and community input as these changes to the urban landscape occur. That community process and points negotiated can then be codified in a Planned Development Ordinance providing certainly for the city and community that these structures will be preserved and re-used. In many instances, we do not have opportunity for that level of community input and negotiation, absent the Planned Development process. Attachments:
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