A. The City Council may in its sole discretion consider proposed amendments to the text of the UDC (for amendments to zoning district boundaries or zoning regulations, see § 3.1.8: Amendment to zoning map or text.
B. If authorized by resolution of Council, the City Manager or a designee may initiate the process to amend the UDC.
C. Council may adopt an amendment to the UDC upon recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Commission and following a public hearing.
D. Staff will prepare a report and draft ordinance of each section of the UDC affected by the proposed amendment, as well as other considerations such as:

1. Specific reference to goals and objectives within the Comprehensive Plan, and the necessity of the proposed amendment in carrying out those goals and objectives;
2. References to relevant state enabling legislation;
3. A timetable for properties made non-conforming by the amendment to establish conformance; and
4. Analysis of disproportionate adverse impact to properties or uses within the City.

See § 1.1.18: Amendments to the Unified Development Code.

See Amendment Application Checklist for detailed information.