Title
Discuss realigning driveway/paving materials and construction requirements with the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance.
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BACKGROUND:
Under the Property Maintenance Code, the current enforcement mandates concrete construction for driveways/paving, which the Code Enforcement Division oversees. In contrast, the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance No. 3661 Article 94-4.3.J offers flexibility by permitting various paving material options. A revision is proposed to harmonize conflicting requirements and address discrepancies between these regulations. Notably, under Property Maintenance Code Section 56-3 of Ordinance No. 3696, the strictest code must prevail, resulting in the Building Department's exclusive enforcement of concrete paving.
DISCUSSION:
The proposed change is to Ordinance No. 3696, Section 56-73 and 56-74 of the Property Maintenance Code, moving some requirements for the construction of paving to the Building Regulations Code. The Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance No. 3661 Article 94-4.3.J allows for alternative materials for paving within the City. Aligning the Building Regulations Code Section 22 with the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance No. 3661 Article 94-4.3.J will ensure consistency in materials and construction standards for paving installations. This update will provide more alternatives in paving materials for customers, some more cost-effective and some sustainable for the environment.
DISTRICT:
Citywide
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Draft Ordinance Language Sections 22
2. Ordinance No. 3661
3. Redlines for Ordinance 3696 Section 56-73
4. Redlines for Ordinance 3696 Section 56-74
5. Presentation