Public Hearing Set on Duarte Development Code, Zoning Map Draft
A two year-long public process to update the City of Duarte Development Code and Zoning Map is coming to a conclusion. The Duarte City Council will hold a public hearing on Oct. 12 at 7 p.m. to review the final draft provisions for proposed zone districts, permitted uses, development and design standards administration and implementation of the development code and zoning map changes. The hearing, in which the public is invited to participate with questions and comments, will take place at Duarte City Council Chambers, 1600 Huntington Dr.
The recently completed final draft of the new Development Code would replace the current Zoning Code, originally adopted in 1962 and last updated in 1991. It is intended to create a modern, streamlined development regulation that will attract economic development, result in high-quality construction, and serve as a functional tool.
The accompanying draft Zoning Map reflects land uses and vision established by the 2007 General Plan.
Since project start-up, more than a dozen workshops and community meetings, and public hearings have been held, including workshops on zone districts, hillside, parking, residential uses and sign related issues. The City Council held a public workshop on September 14 and the Planning Commission held two public hearings in July and August to review the code and zoning map, and to receive public input. Community input from these workshops and meetings has been incorporated into the new code. To assist with the process, the City hired the consulting firm of Hogle-Ireland.
The public is encouraged to contact the City of Duarte Planning Division at (626) 357-7931, ext. 230 or 235, prior to the City Council meeting, to learn more about the proposed changes or to arrange to review the Draft Development Code. Copies of the draft Development Code and Zoning Map are available for public review at the City Planning and Building counter, as well as the Duarte Library. The draft document may also be viewed on-line on the City’s website at www.accessduarte.com.
