Res. 2131 - Initiate Legistlative Amendment to WDO11.�•��jitc•����c•�xl
A IA
LIM0191 NJ 1,1117! IDT:=*
WHEREAS, the Woodburn Development Ordinance (the WDO) establishes
development standards and requirements that must be consistent with State law
and the Woodburn Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, frequent amendments to the WDO are required to comply with State
law, ensure consistency with the Woodburn Comprehensive Plan and to address
community issues; and
WHEREAS, on August 12, 2013, the City Council adopted Ordinance 2509 (a 240
page document) that was an overall revision of the then existing WDO; and
WHEREAS, part of Ordinance 2509 expanded residential uses permitted in
commercial zones; and
WHEREAS, the record indicates that the Planning staff report and the City
Council's deliberations did not address the policy or legal implications of expanding
the residential uses permitted in commercial zones; and
WHEREAS, because this WDO modification occurred with errors in the Planning
process, issues are created regarding public involvement and adequate notice; and
WHEREAS, the City Council believes that the above-mentioned deficiencies
can and should be remedied by the City's land use process; and
WHEREAS, Section 4.01.09 of the WDO allows for the City Council to initiate the
consideration of any potential legislative amendments to the WDO by resolution;
NOW, THEREFORE,
1111IMM61
Section 1. Pursuant to Section 4.01.09 of the WDO, the City Council initiates for
consideration legislative amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and WDO as they
relate to residential uses allowable in commercial zones and directs staff to expedite
this process.
AILItApproved as to form:
Page 1 - Council Bill No. 3096
Resolution No. 2131
City Attorney
Passed by the Council
Submitted to the Mayor
Approved by the Mayor
Approved:
Page 1 - Council Bill No. 3096
Resolution No. 2131