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Ordinance 2026-14 loosens three rules for parcels along the Oak Street corridor:
- Height limit rises from 35 to 45 feet for mixed-use buildings.1
- Required parking drops to one space per housing unit.1
- Ground-floor retail is allowed by right, with no conditional use permit.1
The changes take effect January 1, 2027.
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