Title
Consider and take action on an ordinance amending section 125-3.12.7, entitled “Zoning (Historic District)”, section 125-3.13, entitled “Use of Land and/or Buildings”, and Appendix A, entitled "Definitions" of Chapter 125, entitled “Unified Development Code”, to update and consolidate provisions related to permitted uses (Director of Planning)
Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval, 7-0-0 with one member absent on September 9, 2024.
City Council postponed the item, 7-1-0 on October 8, 2024.
Background:
Project Timeline:
August 19, 2024 - Public notice was posted of the proposed ordinance amendments in the Galveston Daily News and at City Hall.
September 9, 2024 - The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing and recommended approval, 7-0-0.
October 8, 2024 - City Council held a public hearing and postponed the item, 7-1-0.
October 22, 2024 - The City Council held a work session to discuss the proposed ordinance amendments.
November 20, 2024 - Notice was provided to all affected business owners based on the proposed changes to the ordinance.
December 17, 2024 - City Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing and hear the item on first reading.
Project Summary:
Approval of this request will amend the text of the Unified Development Code revising the use chart.
The proposed ordinance amendment aims to be more permissive and in-line with the goals of the Development Services Strategic Plan. During the October 8th Council Meeting, a request was made to define and require a Special Use Permit for Vape Shops. This use has been added to the use chart and a definition included in this action item.
The following changes have been made based on the discussions held at the City Council Work Session:
- A definition was created for "Tobacco and Smoking Use and Sales": A retail establishment that specializes in selling primarily tobacco or CBD related products, including electronic nicotine delivery systems, such as e-cigarettes, vape ...
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