Since there isn't a thread for West Side developments, I figured I'd start one, and start with one of the more controversial projects, which I believe is being discussed at city council tonight?
I'm still having a hard time understanding why they need a permanent zoning change to stable commercial, for what's described as a temporary parking lot.
This project completely goes against what's mapped out for the property according to PlanSJ. Imo, the only zoning change that would be appropriate for the property would be a change to residential.
Taking six acres of prime real estate that is currently green space, and turning it into a 500 vehicle parking lot with a permanent zoning change to stable commercial would be an incredibly short sighted decision by the city, when it could be far better utilized for residential development or just kept as green space. A parking lot should not be considered a suitable economic development opportunity,
as was stipulated in the sale of the property.
Here's hoping the city council has enough foresight to see that is a poor proposal for the future of the site.
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