The property was originally zoned for light business. But residents never got to challenge the change in use because of a city ordinance called “affordability unlocked.”
is putting a new focus on an even more controversial city ordinance. It's a rule called "affordability unlocked," and it allows developers to bypass public hearings on certain projects.
Water from the property backs up into yards. Developers said an underground stormwater retention system would address that problem. However, Byford is not convinced.Doug Rigdon, the principal of a nearby private school, is worried about another potential problem. The apartment complex is to provide housing for individuals with significant mental health issues and substance abuse.
It allows developers to avoid public rezoning hearings by promising to make units available for low income residents. This fast track, bypass rule can happen in several zoning districts. It even supersedes neighborhood overlays.
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