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2 issues in zoning
MediumZoning
Receiving homes for foster children
Matthew House can now open short-term receiving homes for kids entering foster care anywhere residential zoning allows, after the council amended the Unified Development Code 7-0.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 19, 2026
LowZoning
Old Mill Road church building reuse
The 1874 former Rockdale church got rezoned to neighborhood commercial so its owners can save it from vacancy, with neighbors hoping for community-minded uses.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 19, 2026