Mary, the draft rezoning does not just eliminate the point of R1, it eliminates reference to "family" throughout the entire rewrite of zoning districts. Every R1, R2, or R3 lot could have a "structure" limited only by lot size. Some setbacks are reduced, and, quite sneakily, the 35'-or-2.5 stories-whichever-is-less is eliminated in favor of "three stories." Since developers build to the maximum building envelope (and then often ask for variance for more), but are limited in attempt to add a "stealth" third story, this is a dramatic change. The rezoning would eliminate certainty as to what can be built next door for almost every single-family house owner (and many smaller 2-flat and 3-flat owners, too) in Evanston. It should correctly be understood as hostile to homeowners.
Don’t Miss the Big Conversation! Join Us for Episode 5 of Where The People Meet TV – October 6th! Get ready for a powerful and engaging episode you won’t want to miss! Join us at 2715 Hurd Avenue from 6 PM to 8 PM for a live recording of Where The People Meet TV, featuring an incredible line-up of community leaders, advocates, and students.
We’re sitting down with Trustees Belcher and Norwood, who are cooperating with the Feds in an investigation into the alleged mishandling of government funds by Mayor Tiffany Henyard. They’ll reveal the red flags they uncovered and the steps they took to ensure action.
We’re also excited to welcome Lisa Degliantoni of Evanston Made to discuss the role of art and creativity in community building, as well as Alecia Wartowski of Foundation 65, who will be joined by students from District 65 to share their school experiences and talk about what changes they believe are needed.
This is an unmissable opportunity to engage, ask questions, and be part of the conversation. Your voice matters—join us!
Everyone in town is invitied to this meeting- not just the neighbors. Be part of the discussion as to where we can put dedicated pickleball courts. 2 tennis courts will be able to be turned into 6 non regulation size pickleball courts. Do you have thoughts on this please come over on the 24th.
Subsequent to this critique, a final revised version of the Downtown Plan was adopted on Feb. 9, 2009. You can download it here. Unfortunately, for reasons not clear to the public, the City never did the zoning work to codify and implement the plan.
Mary, the draft rezoning does not just eliminate the point of R1, it eliminates reference to "family" throughout the entire rewrite of zoning districts. Every R1, R2, or R3 lot could have a "structure" limited only by lot size. Some setbacks are reduced, and, quite sneakily, the 35'-or-2.5 stories-whichever-is-less is eliminated in favor of "three stories." Since developers build to the maximum building envelope (and then often ask for variance for more), but are limited in attempt to add a "stealth" third story, this is a dramatic change. The rezoning would eliminate certainty as to what can be built next door for almost every single-family house owner (and many smaller 2-flat and 3-flat owners, too) in Evanston. It should correctly be understood as hostile to homeowners.
Don’t Miss the Big Conversation! Join Us for Episode 5 of Where The People Meet TV – October 6th! Get ready for a powerful and engaging episode you won’t want to miss! Join us at 2715 Hurd Avenue from 6 PM to 8 PM for a live recording of Where The People Meet TV, featuring an incredible line-up of community leaders, advocates, and students.
We’re sitting down with Trustees Belcher and Norwood, who are cooperating with the Feds in an investigation into the alleged mishandling of government funds by Mayor Tiffany Henyard. They’ll reveal the red flags they uncovered and the steps they took to ensure action.
We’re also excited to welcome Lisa Degliantoni of Evanston Made to discuss the role of art and creativity in community building, as well as Alecia Wartowski of Foundation 65, who will be joined by students from District 65 to share their school experiences and talk about what changes they believe are needed.
This is an unmissable opportunity to engage, ask questions, and be part of the conversation. Your voice matters—join us!
Everyone in town is invitied to this meeting- not just the neighbors. Be part of the discussion as to where we can put dedicated pickleball courts. 2 tennis courts will be able to be turned into 6 non regulation size pickleball courts. Do you have thoughts on this please come over on the 24th.
Subsequent to this critique, a final revised version of the Downtown Plan was adopted on Feb. 9, 2009. You can download it here. Unfortunately, for reasons not clear to the public, the City never did the zoning work to codify and implement the plan.
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