Voting against the ordinance were council members Bill Murray, Dave Donelson, Yolanda Avila and Tom Strand. Murray called the measure a knee-jerk reaction and thought more time should be spent on it.
Donelson agreed and noted concerns about how the new requirements might affect new development and potential housing availability and affordability, especially in the Fort Carson area.
Council also approved a major update to the city’s zoning code, known as ReToolCOS, on an 8-to-1 vote. The 400-plus page document has been in the works for more than three years. Donelson cast the lone no vote, citing concerns about the appeals process.
The new zoning plan takes effect on June 5.