Tag: rezoning property

  • Zoning change upsets neighbors

    Reader Question: Our neighbor petitioned for a zoning change on property he has owned for many years. Our city has grown out past our homes. His story is that a developer approached him claiming the town wants a small strip center and a convenience store. The city says area residents are complaining they have to…

  • Successful rezoning property requires a plan

      Reader Question: I own a parcel of vacant residential land. I believe it would be more valuable rezoned to multifamily or commercial. What should I do, and not do, in the rezoning process? John K. Monty’s Answer: The first step is to confirm that rezoning creates additional value. While rezoning can bring additional value,…