R3 Zoning District Update - Development Standards and Strategies

Expressed concern over increased density and traffic along San Antonio Road and the impact on neighborhood quality of life.

Supported R3 housing updates, reduced setbacks, and allowing ground-floor retail everywhere to encourage walkable neighborhoods.

Urged simpler rules and broader commercial allowances across R3 districts to support vibrant ecosystems.

Supported removing density limits in form-based codes and reducing front setbacks for better pedestrian access.

Expressed support for improved feasibility, objective design standards, and simplified non-conforming parcel rules.

Supported staff recommendations while urging smaller setbacks and permissive commercial zoning across sub-districts.

Urged the council to stick to staff recommendations without adding extra rules that could worsen parking and traffic.

Supported R3 housing updates and suggested allowing setbacks to be utilized for pedestrian infrastructure.

Expressed concern that overly prescriptive design standards would add unnecessary complexity and cost to housing production.