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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Green public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Parking, loading and stacking regulations amendment (Ordinance 2026-23)
A proposed code change would require drive-thrus to include a bypass lane so cars aren't stuck in the queue. It applies to new facilities and to existing ones only when the layout changes substantially. City Council holds a public hearing in July before final action.
Data center development standards
The administration has drafted preliminary rules for data centers, with size restrictions and added study requirements for large facilities. Planning and zoning is reviewing it, and formal legislation is expected in coming months.
Residential driveway width rules
New rules would let homeowners with three-car garages have wider driveway openings at the street — 30 feet versus 24 feet for two-car garages. Public hearing October 13.
Regulation of smoke and vape shops
The city proposed adding development standards for smoke and vape shop establishments to the Land Development Code. This could affect where such businesses can locate and how they operate in Green.
Front-yard accessory structure on constrained corner lot at 6287 Caribou Dr.
A gas line easement and septic leach field leave few buildable spots on this steep corner lot, but the board still rejected a front-yard garage as contrary to neighborhood character.