Agenda Date: 09/28/2026
Subject:
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Planning Commission Joint Study Session - Discussion on priorities and updates to the Unified Land Use Code (ULUC)
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From: James L. Becklenberg, City Manager Prepared by:
Andrea Vaughn, Senior Planner Presentations: Jerad Chipman, Community Development Planning Manager Andrea Vaughn, Community Development Senior Planner Zareen Tasneem, Community Development Senior Planner Jesse Sheets, Community Development Planner II
PURPOSE:
Staff will provide City Council and the Planning Commission with an overview of proposed updates and priorities related to the Unified Land Use Code (ULUC). The joint study session is intended to facilitate a robust discussion of these topics, explore perspectives and policy considerations, and help inform the prioritization and development of future ULUC amendments.
LONG-TERM OUTCOME(S) SERVED:
High-Quality Governance; Robust and Resilient Economy; Sustainable Community with Natural Beauty
DISCUSSION:
Consistent with the Planning Commission’s adopted work plan, staff will facilitate a joint discussion with City Council and the Planning Commission regarding potential amendments and priorities for the ULUC. The discussion will focus on topics identified through implementation of the Code, previous Planning Commission discussions, and the Commission’s work plan, with an emphasis on improving clarity and consistency, streamlining processes, and considering policy areas that may warrant additional research or future amendments.
The joint study session is intended to provide an opportunity for robust discussion between City Council and the Planning Commission, identify areas of shared interest, and help inform the prioritization and development of future ULUC amendments.
BACKGROUND:
In 2021, the City of Littleton adopted the Unified Land Use Code (ULUC), establishing the City's current regulatory framework for land use and development. Since its adoption, staff and the Planning Commiss...
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