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  • Fiscal Notes and General Tips April 24, 2025 | 11:30am

    Apr 24, 2025

    ·Madison, WI
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    This document summarizes a Legistar Lunch & Learn training session held on April 24, 2025, organized by volunteer staff to build support for local government users of the Legistar legislative management system. The session covered the fiscal note approval process, referrals and agendas, and communication tips for Board, Committee, and Commission (BCC) staff, with the volunteer team indicating plans for quarterly meetings throughout the year. A fiscal note is defined as a summary of the fiscal impact of legislation, as required by Administrative Procedure Memorandum 1-3 and Madison General Ordinances section 2.05(1)(b).

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  • 6/12/2016 San Jose, CA Code of Ordinances

    Jun 12, 2016

    ·San Jose, CA
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    This San Jose City Code chapter establishes ordinances prohibiting disturbances of the peace, specifically addressing noise violations. The code broadly prohibits any noise that disturbs the peace or is unreasonably loud in a neighborhood, with specific examples including vehicle horns and exhaust systems, engine revving, loud vending calls, and excessive music or vocalization. Additionally, the code requires a permit from the police chief to operate loudspeakers or sound amplifiers that project sound outside buildings or outdoors, with the chief required to make a decision within five working days of application.

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  • BRISTOL TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE First Approved and Adopted November 8, 1955

    Nov 8, 1955

    ·Bristol, PA
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    The Bristol Township Zoning Ordinance, first adopted on November 8, 1955, and last revised on April 14, 2022, establishes zoning regulations for the unincorporated area of Bristol Township to promote public health, safety, and general welfare by regulating building location, size, height, land use, lot dimensions, and yard requirements. The ordinance divides the township into multiple zones and districts (including residential, business, industrial, apartment, planned residential community, and mobile home park categories) and provides methods for administration and enforcement through a zoning inspector, zoning commission, and board of appeals. The comprehensive document includes 42 sections covering topics such as prohibited uses, setback requirements, parking facilities, sign regulations, wind turbine standards, and telecommunication tower facilities, with appendices detailing zoning rates, variances, district use tables, and development standards.

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  • CITY OF LEBANON ZONING ORDINANCE Lebanon County, Pennsylvania

    Lebanon, PA
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    The City of Lebanon adopted a comprehensive Zoning Ordinance on June 22, 2020, funded through a Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development Early Intervention Program Grant. The ordinance establishes zoning districts with specific allowed uses for residential and non-residential areas, dimensional requirements, design standards, historic building protections, floodplain regulations, parking standards, and sign regulations across 180 pages. The document serves as Part 13, Title One of the City of Lebanon's Codified Ordinances and was developed with assistance from Urban Research and Development Corporation.

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  • Building Services & Code Enforcement 451 South State Street, Room 215

    Salt Lake City, UT
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    This document provides zoning district classifications and purposes for residential areas in Salt Lake City, administered by Building Services & Code Enforcement (located at 451 South State Street, Room 215; contact 801-535-6000). The city defines six primary residential zoning categories: three foothills residential districts (FR-1 requiring lots of at least 43,560 square feet, FR-2 requiring 21,780 square feet, and FR-3 requiring 12,000 square feet, all designed to minimize environmental hazards and protect scenic character); three single-family residential districts (R-1-12,000, R-1-7,000, and R-1-5,000 with decreasing minimum lot sizes); and two special development pattern districts (SR-1 and SR-3) intended to preserve neighborhood character, with SR-2 reserved for future use. The document was updated in October 2012.

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  • Frequently Asked Questions - CivicPlus.CMS.FAQ

    Worcester, MA
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    This FAQ document from the Town of Webster provides guidance on how residents can access municipal information and navigate planning and zoning processes. It outlines multiple channels for assistance, including the town website and mobile app, bi-weekly pre-application development team meetings, direct contact with departments via phone or email, and in-person visits to municipal offices. The document explains that building permits and land use permits are determined by the Zoning By-law, with the Building Commissioner serving as the Zoning Enforcement Officer to help clarify permit requirements.

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  • UPDATED 2024 MEETING SCHEDULE FOR SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL,

    Salt Lake City, UT
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    This document establishes the 2024 meeting schedule for Salt Lake City Council, the Redevelopment Agency (RDA), and the Local Building Authority (LBA), effective July 9, 2024. Council meetings occur on Tuesdays and consist of a 2 p.m. work session followed by a 7 p.m. formal session, with RDA meetings scheduled on select dates throughout the year. All meetings are open to the public with at least 24 hours' notice required, and agendas are posted on the Salt Lake City Council website and the State of Utah Public Notice website. The schedule includes January events such as the oath of office on January 2 and tentative council retreats on January 23 and 30, followed by regular meetings in February, March, April, and May.

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  • Code Audit 2022 City of Omaha A Report for Prepared by

    Omaha, NE
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    The 2022 Code Audit for the City of Omaha, prepared by the Congress for the New Urbanism and AARP, identifies barriers in Omaha's zoning code that prevent vibrant, walkable neighborhoods and affordable housing development. The audit analyzes the city's Master Plan and zoning regulations to pinpoint nine specific code provisions that could be modified to encourage "Missing Middle" housing types (duplexes to small apartment buildings) and urban redevelopment, rather than requiring a complete code overhaul. The recommendations aim to address unintended consequences of postwar zoning codes that have led to dispersed, low-density development, underutilized Main Streets, and car-dependent communities.

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  • ARTICLE 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS Contents

    Charleston, WV
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    This document presents Article 1 (General Provisions) of the City of Charleston, West Virginia Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance, effective August 1, 2008. The ordinance establishes authority and procedures for regulating all land subdivisions within city limits, requiring uniform standards and approval before lots can be sold or buildings erected. Key purposes include ensuring new development integrates appropriately with existing community patterns, protecting public health and safety, implementing the Comprehensive Plan, preserving natural features and historical landmarks, and facilitating adequate public infrastructure and services.

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  • City of Houston, Planning and Development Department October23, 2024

    Houston, TX
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    The City of Houston Planning and Development Department issued standardized ordinance notes for platting on October 23, 2024, to guide the preparation and notation of plats. The document is a reference guide organized by topic with bookmarked sections for searchable navigation, including sections on dedicatory acknowledgements, replats, general plat notes, legend and abbreviations, coordinates and bearings, utility company requirements, variances and special exceptions, building lines, deed restrictions, visibility triangles, transit-oriented development streets, walkable place streets, one-foot reserves, airport tiers, parks, and single-family residential zoning. Bullet-pointed statements identify notes required to be printed on the face of plats, while red underlined text indicates fields to be completed or modified based on project-specific information. The notes provide standardized language and categories to ensure consistency in platting documentation across Houston development projects.

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  • Agendas & Archives - City of Huntsville

    Huntsville, AL
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    This webpage describes the Huntsville City Council's agendas, archives, and meeting procedures. City Council regular meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the Municipal Building's 1st Floor Chambers, with agendas posted weekly on Tuesday at 5 p.m. and meetings available live via HuntsvilleAL.gov/HSVTV. The document outlines public comment procedures, which allow residents to speak during public hearings, on agenda items, or on non-agenda items at meeting conclusions, with speakers generally limited to three minutes and required to register in advance by calling 256-427-5011 or at City Hall.

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  • Zoning Board of Appeals | City of Worcester

    Worcester, MA
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    The City of Worcester's Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) is a five-member volunteer regulatory board appointed by the City Manager that holds public hearings on special permit applications, variance requests to deviate from zoning requirements, applications for privileged non-conforming structures, and appeals of Building Commissioner zoning decisions. The ZBA evaluates applications against criteria in the Zoning Ordinance and may impose conditions on approvals to protect public health, safety, or welfare. As of July 2025, all current and upcoming agendas, archived meeting minutes dating back to 2021, and meeting videos are available through the OneMeeting portal; public comments must be submitted at least 48 hours before meetings using the Board & Commissions Public Comment Form. The City of Worcester warns of ongoing scams impersonating city officials requesting wire transfers for permits, and clarifies that legitimate permit fees are requested by check or through the OpenGov portal only.

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  • Office of Open Records | North Manheim Township

    Pottsville, PA
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    This document outlines North Manheim Township's procedures for public records requests under Pennsylvania's Right-To-Know Law (Act 3 of 2008). Residents can request public records such as building permits, maps, minutes, and letters by submitting a written request form to the Open Records Officer, with responses required within five business days; fees may apply for copies. The township designates Tami M. Stump as the primary Open Records Officer and Marcie Schultz as the alternate, with appeals of denied requests directed to the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records within 15 business days.

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  • Climate and Resiliency Planning | Engage Spokane

    Spokane, WA
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    The Climate Resilience and Sustainability Board voted on February 12, 2026 to recommend climate policies to the Plan Commission for inclusion in Plan Spokane 2046, following Phase 2 discussions on climate policy development across 11 sectors required by Washington State (agriculture, buildings, transportation, water resources, waste management, and others). The City of Spokane is updating its Comprehensive Plan, mandated by the Growth Management Act and due in 2026, to integrate climate considerations and address community resilience to climate hazards while promoting equity, protecting infrastructure, and preserving environmental resources. The planning effort incorporates input from community engagement, board feedback, and city staff, with opportunities for public participation through workshops, town halls, and surveys.

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  • CITY OF KNOXVILLE ZONING CODE USER’S MANUAL PRODUCED BY CAMIROS - OCTOBER 2019

    Knoxville, TN
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    This User's Manual, produced by Camiros in October 2019, serves as an informational guide to the City of Knoxville's Zoning Code, explaining the organization and key provisions including zoning districts, design standards, uses, parking, site development, and administration. The manual is explicitly stated as non-binding reference material for informational purposes only and is not approved by City Council or intended for legal determinations. The document outlines that Knoxville's zoning regulations control land and structure uses, building locations and sizes, and site development elements like parking and landscaping, organized into distinct zoning districts tailored to specific area characteristics.

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  • CITY OF HARTFORD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION ZONING REGULATIONS Adopted

    Hartford, CT
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    The City of Hartford Planning and Zoning Commission adopted comprehensive zoning regulations on December 6, 2005, which were subsequently amended and restated on September 23, 2014, amended again on December 9, 2014, and amended and restated on April 14, 2015, becoming effective April 29, 2015. The regulations establish a framework for land use control across ten articles covering general provisions, administration and enforcement, zoning districts, permitted uses, parking and loading requirements, accessory uses, signs, planned developments, fences, and landscaping. The document serves as the primary municipal code governing zoning compliance, district classifications, lot requirements, building standards, and development procedures for Hartford.

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  • PENN TOWNSHIP CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA 2006 ZONING ORDINANCE REVISED

    Pottsville, PA
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    Penn Township, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania adopted a revised zoning ordinance in 2006, with further revisions in 2008 and 2010, prepared by FPE Consulting Engineers. The ordinance establishes five primary zoning districts—Conservation (C), Agricultural (A), Residential (R), Commercial-Industrial (CI), and Quarry (Q)—along with a Floodplain District (FP), each with specified permitted uses, conditional uses, and dimensional requirements. The document outlines general provisions, community development objectives, definitions, and detailed regulations governing land use, including standards for accessory buildings, alternative energy sources, buffering, and landscaping across the township.

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  • RICHFIELD TOWNSHIP ZONING RESOLUTION - Ohio.gov

    Toledo, OH
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    Richfield Township in Lucas County, Ohio adopted this comprehensive zoning resolution on May 7, 1961, with the 2021 version reflecting numerous text amendments through May 2019. The document establishes zoning districts (agricultural, commercial, and industrial), defines permitted and conditional uses, sets dimensional requirements for buildings and dwellings, and regulates off-street parking, accessory structures, and supplementary uses such as home occupations and manufactured homes. The resolution is administered by a Board of Trustees, Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Zoning Inspector, with support from the Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commission.

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  • Planning Commission - Advisory Boards and Committees

    Tallahassee, FL
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    The Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission is a decision-making committee established by interlocal agreement on September 26, 1967, responsible for comprehensive area-wide planning, reviewing Comprehensive Plan amendments, and developing land development regulations for the City of Tallahassee and Leon County. The Commission comprises 7 members: 3 appointed by the Board of County Commissioners, 3 by the City Commission, and 1 selected by the School Board and jointly approved by both the County and City. Members must be Leon County residents and serve 3-year terms expiring June 30, with county-appointed members limited to 3 consecutive terms and city-appointed members limited to 2 consecutive terms. Members are required to file Financial Disclosure Form 1 within 30 days of appointment and annually by July 1. The Commission meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the Frenchtown Renaissance Building.

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  • Historical Commission | City of Worcester

    Worcester, MA
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    The Worcester Historical Commission preserves historic assets and reviews proposed alterations to properties in local historic districts while administering the Building Demolition Delay Ordinance. The Commission evaluates historic buildings and artifacts for local significance under the Community Preservation Act, which is required for CPA funding eligibility. Meeting agendas, minutes, and videos are available through the OneMeeting portal (from July 2025 forward), and the Commission offers several permits including Certificate of Appropriateness, Building Demolition Delay Waivers, and Determinations of Local Historical Significance, which applicants can submit online.

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  • We purchased a severely blighted property in Pottsville

    Pottsville, PA
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    Bobby Weaver, a property owner in Pottsville, PA, describes his experience renovating a severely blighted property using approximately $700,000 in financing from local redevelopment authorities, loans, and grants, but encountered significant obstacles due to code enforcement issues. He identifies three main problems: code officials are risk-averse and poorly educated (requiring only 3 hours of study to become licensed), local officials incorrectly apply the International Building Code instead of Pennsylvania's own Uniform Construction Code, and the confusion between these standards has left his project only half-completed despite engaging 3 architects and 4 lawyers. Weaver proposes legislative solutions to clarify Pennsylvania's existing UCC provisions for historic and uncertified buildings built before 1927, which would provide alternative compliance pathways such as hardwired fire alarms instead of sprinkler systems.

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  • Boards & Commissions | Worcester County

    Worcester, MA
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    Worcester County operates three boards overseeing land use and building compliance. The Board of Zoning Appeals (seven members) holds up to 24 meetings annually on the second Thursday and third Wednesday of each month, reviewing special exceptions, variances, nonconforming use appeals, and forest conservation matters; contact Kristen Tremblay at 410-632-1200 (ext 1131) for details. The Building Code Appeals Board (seven members) hears appeals regarding building official decisions and code interpretation, though it cannot waive code requirements. The Electrical Board (seven members) regulates electrician registration, prepares and updates exams aligned with the National Electric Code, and approves applications for registration and reciprocity; electrical permits cost $25.00 and must be inspected by one of three approved agencies.

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  • Bethlehem Township - Northampton County, Pennsylvania

    Bethlehem, PA
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    Bethlehem Township, Northampton County, Pennsylvania is conducting a 2027 Comprehensive Plan survey and committee process to guide community vision over a 10-year period, with the Comprehensive Plan Committee scheduled to meet Wednesday, March 4th from 5pm to 6pm at the municipal building, 4225 Easton Avenue. The township declared a Snow Emergency from 6:00pm Saturday, January 24, 2026 through 6:00pm Monday, January 26, 2026, prohibiting parking on designated snow emergency routes and requiring residents to clear snow from sidewalks and fire hydrants. The Police Department is hiring for entry-level police patrol officer positions. Traffic control enhancements were enacted at the intersection of Seventh Street and Dewalt Street at Comer Park, converting it to an all-way stop intersection with new STOP signs and flashing alert signs. Blasting operations began at the Freemansburg Industrial construction site (1600 Freemansburg Avenue) on January 5, 2026.

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  • Planning & Municipal Development | Norristown, PA

    Norristown, PA
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    Norristown's Planning & Municipal Development division administers zoning and planning through three foundational documents: the Comprehensive Plan, the Zoning Ordinance, and the Subdivision/Land Development Ordinance (SALDO). The Comprehensive Plan establishes the municipal vision as adopted by the Municipal Council, while the Zoning Ordinance and SALDO implement that vision through regulatory requirements. Norristown's planning goals include attracting new businesses, offices, and restaurants; upgrading facades and streetscapes in high-volume areas; beautifying the downtown; encouraging development that enhances the municipality's cultural destination status; maintaining walkable neighborhoods and historic character; reusing vacant or underutilized buildings; and improving transportation centers. The Zoning Ordinance divides the municipality into zoning districts that determine permitted land uses and guide development consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and community needs.

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  • Board Meetings | SCORF - South Carolina

    Columbia, SC
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    The South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund Board (SCORF Board) operates under state open meetings laws and holds at least four regular meetings annually, all open to the public with required notice. The board may also hold closed sessions under South Carolina Code Section 30-4-70, with sealed minutes releasable only by court order. The document lists scheduled and past meeting dates from 2026, held primarily at the Edgar A. Brown Building in Columbia, with agendas and minutes available for certain meetings.

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  • ZONING ORDINANCE PREPARED FOR: THE TOWN OF WILMINGTON MAY 2013 PREPARED BY:

    Wilmington, DE
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    This is the table of contents and introductory pages of the Town of Wilmington's Zoning Ordinance, prepared in May 2013. The document establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework organized into six main articles covering introductory provisions, zoning permits and project review, district establishment, use regulations, dimensional standards, and general regulations such as accessory structures, home occupations, parking requirements, and specific use categories like campgrounds, restaurants, and industrial operations. The ordinance spans 172 pages and addresses detailed zoning classifications and land-use requirements for the municipality.

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  • Open Records Request for Mesa County - CORA | Mesa County

    Mesa, AZ
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    Mesa County provides public access to government records under Colorado's Open Records Act (C.R.S. §24-72-201, et seq.) through a formal request process outlined in its adopted Policy for Open Records Requests (revised 2015). Commonly requested records include Sheriff's Office documents (arrest records, law enforcement reports), Board of County Commissioners meeting materials (agendas, minutes, supporting documents), recorded documents (marriage licenses, land titles, ordinances), building and planning records, assessor property information, and public health records. Requests must be specific to enable record location, and records may be provided via inspection at a Mesa County office, email, or mail. Processing fees apply for paper copies, and requests requiring more than one hour of processing time will receive a cost estimate; some Mesa County departments maintain separate fee structures and policies. Court records are not maintained by Mesa County Government and must be obtained directly from the Mesa County Justice Center.

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  • Dallas County Clerk

    Dallas, TX
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    The Dallas County Clerk's office serves Dallas County residents from its Records Building at 500 Elm Street, Suite 2100, Dallas, TX 75202, operating Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and maintains eleven divisions including Accounting & Trust, Criminal Courts, Probate Courts, Recording, and Vital Records. The office now offers Electronic Certified Official Public Record (OPR) Documents and Court Documents available 24 hours a day online with advanced encrypted features and unique digital signatures. Effective November 1, 2023, probate judges increased attorney ad litem fee deposits to $600 under Administrative Order 2023-1. Effective July 1, 2023, House Bill 1195 requires photo ID for all documents submitted to the county clerk conveying property between persons.

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  • 2025 Meeting Schedule for Salt Lake City Council, Community ...

    Salt Lake City, UT
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    This document announces Salt Lake City's 2025 meeting schedule for the City Council, Community Reinvestment Agency (CRA), and Local Building Authority (LBA), effective July 2, 2025. Regular meetings are scheduled on Tuesdays throughout the year, with Council meetings consisting of a 2 p.m. work session and 7 p.m. formal session held on the same dates as CRA meetings when applicable. All meetings are open to the public unless closed under Utah Code sections 52-4-204, 52-4-205, and 78B-1-137, with agendas posted at least 24 hours in advance on the Salt Lake City Council website and the State of Utah Public Notice website. The City & County Building provides accessible facilities with street-level entrance on the east side, and individuals requiring reasonable accommodation may request interpreters or auxiliary aids by contacting the City Council Office at council.comments@slc.gov, 801-535-7600, or relay service 711 at least two business days in advance.

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  • waterville township zoning resolution - Ohio.gov

    Toledo, OH
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    Waterville Township in Lucas County, Ohio adopted this comprehensive zoning resolution, originally established November 5, 1957, with the 2016 revision reflecting ongoing updates through January 2016. The document establishes zoning districts (agricultural, residential, commercial, and industrial), defines permitted uses and restrictions, sets dimensional requirements for buildings and dwellings, and outlines overlay districts including flood plain and scenic corridor designations. The resolution has been amended 29 times since its original adoption, managed by appointed boards including the Board of Trustees, Zoning Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals.

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