Regular meeting (Cherry Capital Airport Zoning, 4/16/2024)
Event Date: 2024-04-16
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**Executive Summary**
**Introduction**
The Cherry Capital Airport Zoning document outlines the current regulatory framework governing height and land use around the airport. It highlights the limitations imposed by federal and state regulations, which lack local flexibility. To enhance local control, a proposal is presented to establish a Local Airspace Zoning Board to enable the adoption of a more adaptable local ordinance.
**Current Regulations and Processes**
The existing Part 77 height regulations impose maximum height limitations on structures based on their distance from the airport. Additionally, land use guidelines categorize the surrounding areas into five zones, each with varying population density and usage restrictions. The current process for height and land use regulations requires multiple approvals and consultations with local and federal entities, creating challenges for potential developers. The procedure involves obtaining permits, possibly consulting the FAA, and ensuring compliance with the established guidelines.
**Proposed Changes**
The document proposes a streamlined “One Stop Shop” process to simplify zoning applications. This new procedure would include direct submissions to an Airport Zoning Administrator, who would evaluate applications for compliance with height limitations and land use guidelines. The proposed process aims to reduce the complexity of obtaining permits and improve the responsiveness of the regulatory framework while allowing for variance requests when necessary.
**Case Study Example**
A case study illustrates the impact of the current and proposed zoning processes, detailing challenges faced by a developer seeking to increase residential units in a designated land use zone. The example emphasizes how the proposed Airport Zoning Administrator’s role could facilitate appropriate modifications to the projects while ensuring compliance with state and FAA requirements. These proposed changes aim to better balance development needs with airspace safety.