April Open House Events: The Future of Commercial Corridors and Centers

12 Mar 2025

Join the City’s Land Use Code team for a chance to provide valuable feedback on the draft direction of the current Land Use Code and help shape its future. Two upcoming Open Houses, one virtual and one in-person, will focus on gathering community input on four key topics that could lead to better outcomes for our city – giving you an opportunity to ask questions and share your thoughts before the language of the Land Use Code is drafted for public review.

During each Open House, we will discuss the following four topics:

  • Commercial Building Types/Forms: This topic focuses on how the design and types of commercial buildings can be adapted to support the growth of mixed-use, pedestrian-friendly spaces, and align with the 15-minute city concept, while ensuring the needs of both businesses and the community are met.

  • Adjustments in Commercial Zone Districts: This discussion will examine whether existing commercial zoning rules align with current market demands and the City’s goals for mixed-use development, considering potential adjustments to better support community needs and encourage vibrant, active spaces.

  • Harmony Corridor and Employment Zoning: This topic explores the balance between preserving land for future industrial and employment uses along the Harmony Corridor, and how to best integrate these areas into the City’s vision for mixed-use corridors, better transportation connectivity, and long-term community growth.

  • Development Review Process Changes: This area will address the complexities and potential improvements in the process for changes of use, focusing on simplifying the process for small businesses and startups, clarifying expectations, and ensuring the review process supports both community and development goals.

Event details:

  • Virtual Open House

    • Date: Monday, April 7

    • Time: 6-7:30 p.m.

    • Platform: Zoom (A Zoom link will be provided upon RSVP)

    • Register: Here

  • In-Person Open House

    • Date: Wednesday, April 9

    • Time: 3-7 p.m.

    • Location: Center for Creativity (200 Mathews St.)

    • Register: Here

Additional Information:

  • Spanish interpretation will be available.

  • There will not be a formal presentation by staff; instead, you are invited to visit the various stations at your own pace to engage in discussions and share your input.

We look forward to your participation in shaping the future of our commercial corridors and centers!

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