Unified Development Code rewrite timeline
Summary
The city has hired Kimley Horn to lead a full rewrite of the development code, targeted for 2028, and just adopted the 2021 building codes — which could mean better fire-insurance ratings for homeowners. Commissioners will get input opportunities as the process unfolds.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 8
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
Updated codes could lower homeowners' insurance premiums through a better ISO rating.
All property owners, through modernized codes and potentially lower insurance rates.
Mentions & discussions (8)
Planning and Zoning Commission - Oct 7, 2026
The UDC overhaul is moving faster than expected, with a first draft targeted by spring so it can be adopted before the legislative session convenes. Commissioners want staff memos so non-committee members stay in the loop.
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Sep 16, 2026
Staff announced a grant award that brings the code-rewrite budget to about $325,000, letting the multi-year project move forward, including possible minor-variance authority for staff.
Planning and Zoning Commission - Sep 2, 2026
The city's big code overhaul is picking up speed — the technical advisory committee has met, and commissioners were warned they'll be busy over the next several months.
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Aug 19, 2026
The city is rewriting its development code, with a technical advisory committee launching and adoption targeted for early next year — this is where gaps like the greenhouse permitting gray area and condo/townhome confusion may get fixed.
Planning and Zoning Commission - Aug 5, 2026
The city is launching an 12-18 month overhaul of its development code with consultants. A public intro session happens Wednesday, August 12 at 8 a.m. at City Hall, and commissioners Jim Jarreau and Sondra Sultemeier will serve on the technical advisory committee.
Planning and Zoning Commission - Jun 3, 2026
The city's big zoning-code rewrite is on an 18–24 month timeline with three public workshops promised. Commissioners Jim Jarreau and Sondra Sultemeier were named to participate, and fuel-pump rules and interior-expansion triggers are on the list of issues to address.
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Mar 18, 2026
The city has picked Kimley-Horn to lead an 18–24 month rewrite of its development regulations, which staff says should address nonconforming-lot gaps like the one in this case. Boards, builders, and the business community will be asked for input.
Planning and Zoning Commission - Mar 4, 2026
The city has hired Kimley Horn to lead a full rewrite of the development code, targeted for 2028, and just adopted the 2021 building codes — which could mean better fire-insurance ratings for homeowners. Commissioners will get input opportunities as the process unfolds.
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