Final change memo on draft code is released
ZCC Regular Session
Draft 3 of the change memo was presented by consultant Don Elliott of Clarion Associates. “This is the last change memo you will see,” Mr. Elliott said. “Future edits will be made to the fully integrated draft of the code.” Consultants are working now to bring the three modules together into a single document and to resolve outstanding issues by September 8, when the draft code will be released. The change memo highlights specific revisions for all three modules that will be reflected in the full draft. Comments on proposed changes to-date focused on nonconformities, affordable housing, off-street parking, and height limits in a transit-oriented development district.
ZCC members raised concerns about how proposed development standards create nonconformities in existing structures and lots and how that should be addressed. Most members agreed that they do no want to create additional zoning districts to address nonconformities and that perhaps nonconformities are best addressed as a separate issue. However, minimum lot size remained an issue. Lot sizes need to be adjusted to accommodate new home building, especially in infill situations. Consultants will review the dimensional tables again to see if nonconformities can be reduced and consider options that will keep cases away from the ZBA.
A comment from the public suggested that proposed floor area bonuses related to affordable housing may undermine existing programs that require a percentage of affordable units in certain types of developments. Don Elliott responded that a number of cities have both requirements and incentives related to affordable housing and that one does not preclude the other. Additional concerns were raised about where off-street parking should be allowed and height increases in areas designated for TOD, since so much of the city has access to public transit.
The work plan committee continues to review and consider proposed changes to modules 1, 2 and 3, and will meet on August 27 to preview the integrated draft of the code. Special working groups are also in progress to develop sign controls and center city overlay standards.
Zoning Watch 2010 Archives
ZCC
- 12/21/2010 Deadline for comments on draft code extended to January 21 (CurrentCurrentCurrentCurrent)
- 12/15/2010 Zoning code discussion focuses on timing and process; vote could be delayed (Current)
- 12/15/2010 ZCC still debating form and design controls; bonuses for green building stay as is (CurrentCurrent)
- 12/13/2010 ZCC adjusts Civic Design Review timeline (CurrentCurrent)
- 12/12/2010 New draft consolidated code released (CurrentCurrent)
- 12/02/2010 ZCC addresses comments from BIA and others: Civic Design Review is modified and a two-stage permit process is introduced (CurrentCurrent)
- 12/02/2010 Track code updates at Zoning Matters (CurrentCurrent)
- 12/01/2010 Vote on draft zoning code moved to January 2011 (CurrentCurrent)
- 11/11/2010 Draft zoning code on fast track to City Council (CurrentCurrent)
- 11/11/2010 Get the latest code updates at Zoning Matters (CurrentCurrent)
- 11/11/2010 Civic engagement process sets new standard (CurrentCurrent)
- 11/11/2010 Councilman O’Neill cautions ZCC about new code (CurrentCurrentCurrentCurrent)
- 11/09/2010 Final open house culminates an open process (CurrentCurrent)
- 10/27/2010 Final comments on draft zoning code due November 12 (CurrentCurrent)
- 10/27/2010 Final open house November 9 – time to weigh in on draft zoning code (CurrentCurrent)
- 10/27/2010 ZCC responds to input (CurrentCurrent)
- 10/06/2010 ZCC refines zoning code in preparation for December 8 vote (CurrentCurrent)
- 10/04/2010 Comment period on draft zoning code extended to November 12 (CurrentCurrentCurrentCurrent)
- 09/22/2010 New “open house” format offers residents another chance to comment on draft code (CurrentCurrent)
- 09/22/2010 Zoning Commission briefs City Council on draft zoning code (CurrentCurrentCurrentCurrent)
- 09/20/2010 Open houses on draft zoning code start September 22 (CurrentCurrent)
- 09/17/2010 Councilman O’Neill wants draft zoning code passed into law (CurrentCurrent)
- 09/08/2010 Full draft code is released; comments due by October 12. (CurrentCurrent)
- 09/07/2010 City Planning Commission briefed on proposed zoning code (CurrentCurrent)
- 08/17/2010 Zoning Code Commissioner resigns (CurrentCurrentCurrentCurrent)
- 08/11/2010 ZCC plans ambitious fall schedule for approving new code (CurrentCurrentCurrentCurrent)
- 08/11/2010 Final change memo on draft code is released (CurrentCurrentCurrentCurrent)
- 08/11/2010 Proposed development standards are mostly well-received (CurrentCurrentCurrentCurrent)
- 07/27/2010 Public weighs in on module 3 of draft code (CurrentCurrent)
- 07/26/2010 Take survey on draft code
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) - 07/14/2010 Mayor asks ZCC to “be bold” as third and final module of the draft code is released (CurrentCurrentCurrentCurrentCurrentCurrentCurrentCurrent)
- 07/10/2010 Community meetings for module 3 of the draft zoning code scheduled; new survey online (CurrentCurrent)
- 06/09/2010 Changes to modules 1 and 2 of the draft zoning code continue; module 3 to be released July 14 (CurrentCurrent)
- 06/09/2010 PIDC to release report on the future of industrial lands in Philadelphia (CurrentCurrentCurrentCurrent)
- 05/12/2010 Council approves one-year extension, but draft zoning code is expected this fall (CurrentCurrent)
- 04/28/2010 Public reaction to Module 2 – Zoning Districts and Uses (CurrentCurrent)
- 04/14/2010 Public involvement guidelines re development proposed; Civic Design Review introduced (CurrentCurrent)
- 04/14/2010 New zoning districts and uses proposed (CurrentCurrent)
- 04/14/2010 Public meetings scheduled for Module 2 (CurrentCurrent)
- 03/19/2010 Forum looks at ongoing efforts to make zoning and building codes green (CurrentCurrent)
- 03/10/2010 Public reaction to draft chapters 1 and 2 more positive than negative; ZCC members focus on details (CurrentCurrent)
- 03/10/2010 ZCC responds favorably to principles for involving the public in project review (CurrentCurrent)
- 03/04/2010 Public reacts to key changes in the draft zoning code (CurrentCurrent)
- 02/19/2010 Report on public input released (CurrentCurrent)
- 02/17/2010 Draft procedures for the new zoning code aim to fix how things get done in Philadelphia (CurrentCurrent)
- 02/17/2010 PCPC adopts policy for accepting community-based plans as official guidance documents (CurrentCurrent)
- 01/28/2010 Developers, community groups hash out public’s role in project review; opportunity to comment on draft procedures next month (CurrentCurrent)
- 01/24/2010 Neighborhood leadership wants to level the playing field for the public in development review (CurrentCurrent)
- 01/23/2010 Community groups form network to appeal to ZZC (CurrentCurrent)
- 01/20/2010 Development community workshop explores how and when the public should have a say in project review (CurrentCurrent)
- 01/13/2010 Consultants ask for feedback on draft procedures; recommend more decision-making authority for L&I and PCPC (Current)
- 01/13/2010 Consultants ask for feedback on draft procedures; recommend more decision-making authority for L&I and PCPC (Current)
- 01/13/2010 ZCC sub-committee tackles non-conforming uses and structures (CurrentCurrent)
ZBA
- 01/12/2010 New appointments at the Zoning Board of Adjustment (CurrentCurrent)