Summary
After the convention center hotel overlay allowed up to 360-foot buildings next door, the city moved to lock the adjacent park square at 35 feet. The commission approved the cap unanimously.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Downtown residents and park users who want the riverfront open space protected.
Mentions & discussions (1)
Related development
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Zoning Docket 090/26
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