LEGISLATIVE ACTION ITEM
SPONSOR: City Council Member Sherri Myers
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REFERRAL TO PLANNING BOARD AND ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY BOARD - PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE CODE OF THE CITY OF PENSACOLA - LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, SECTION 12-6 - TREE / LANDSCAPE REGULATIONS
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RECOMMENDATION:
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That City Council refer to the Planning Board and Environmental Advisory Board for review and recommendation a proposed amendment to Section 12-6 of the Land Development Code - Tree / Landscape Regulations.
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HEARING REQUIRED: No Hearing Required
SUMMARY:
In September of 2009, City Council amended Section 12-6 of the Land Development Code pertaining to Tree / Landscape regulations; since that time, minor changes have been made to this section.
Due to the increase in development over the years and the development that is currently taking place, a need exists to review the current ordinance, add needed protections and provide an overall update Section 12-6 of the Land Development Code, the proposed amendment is provided for Council consideration.
Laurie Murphy has worked on this item with outside legal assistance while also obtaining input from the Mayor’s Office as well as Inspection Services.
PRIOR ACTION:
September 10, 2009 - City Council amended Section 12-6 of the Land Development Code - Tree / Landscape Regulations
FUNDING:
N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None
STAFF CONTACT:
Don Kraher, Council Executive
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Proposed Amendments - Chapter 12-6 Tree/Landscape Regulations
PRESENTATION: No