Aug 11, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardUrbandale City Council Lunch & Learn Meeting
The meeting centered on the implementation of the downtown master plan through revisions to existing zoning regulations. Key discussion topics included fostering a pedestrian-friendly built environment, adjusting housing density in transition areas surrounding the commercial core, and significantly modifying parking requirements, such as the introduction of parking maximums for residential uses and the removal of minimum off-street parking requirements for non-residential uses. The presentation also addressed streetscape improvements and preparation for upcoming public outreach efforts regarding these proposed zoning changes.