Background Information
November 2024 County Board Work Session
This work session took place on Nov. 13, 2024, and shares details about impervious cover and tree canopy trends.
January 2025 County Manager's Report
The Impervious Surface Cover and Tree Canopy in Low Residential Areas Presentation was presented on Jan. 28, 2025, and provides a summary of the study objectives and potential primary pathways of study following the Nov. 13, 2024, County Board Work Session. The Board asked staff to analyze and recommend new impervious area limits to add to the County's Zoning Ordinance.
- Impervious Surface Cover and Tree Canopy in Low Residential Areas Presentation: English (PDF)
February 2025 County Manager's Report
The Low Residential Development Study Draft Study Charge was presented at the County Board recessed meeting on Feb. 25, 2025. It states the objective of the Low Residential Study (LRS). The proposed charge is focused on low residential districts. A more detailed scope will be presented at the May Board meeting.
May 2025 County Manager's Report
The Low Residential Study (LRS) Board Briefing Presentation was presented at the County Board recessed meeting on May 13, 2025. It provides additional details about the LRS, including next steps, a preliminary timeline and an engagement plan.
- County Board Recessed Meeting: Agenda
- Low Residential Study County Board Briefing: English (PDF)
September 2025 County Manager's Report
The Low Residential Study (LRS) Board Update Presentation was presented at the County Board recessed meeting on Sept. 16, 2025. It provides additional details about the LRS, including the Project Plan and upcoming engagement opportunities.