TO: Mayor and Members of City Council
THRU: Kelly Olivera - Assistant City Manager
Dr. Gerald Newton, AICP - Development Services Director
FROM: Will Deaton, AICP - Planning & Zoning Division Manager
Demetrios Moutos - Planner I
DATE: November 4, 2024
RE:
Title
Review of Special Use Permit Processes of Peer Cities and Text Amendment Recommendations
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COUNCIL DISTRICT(S):
Council District(s)
All
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Relationship To Strategic Plan:
Strategic Operating Plan FY 2022
Goals 2027
Goal 2: Responsible City Government Supporting a Diverse and Viable Economy
* Objective 2.4 - Sustain a favorable development climate to encourage business growth
Goal 3: City Investment in Today and Tomorrow
* Objective 3.2 - Manage the City's future growth and strategic land use
Executive Summary:
This report proposes amendments to Fayetteville's Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) to enhance the efficiency of the Special Use Permit (SUP) process. Through a comprehensive analysis of current SUP requirements, past City Council decisions, and a comparative study with peer cities, the report advocates for reducing the number of uses necessitating SUPs. This strategy aims to balance developmental demands with community preservation while improving procedural efficiency.
Key findings indicate a high approval rate for SUP applications, suggesting opportunities for reclassification. The analysis of peer cities uncovered diverse approaches to SUP management, offering valuable insights for potential enhancements.
The proposed amendments categorize SUP removals based on potential impact, stressing the importance of careful evaluation for uses with moderate to high impact. The recommended course of action is to endorse staff suggestions and initiate the development of a text amendment for submission to the Planning Commission.
Background:
Fayetteville places a high priority on responsible development through its zoning regulations, with Special Use Permits (SUPs) playing ...
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