At Monday’s City Council work session, staff outlined the process for developing a Unified Development Code (UDC) for Richardson that would combine the City’s Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision and Development Regulations, and Sign Code into one document.
Used in many cities across the U.S., a UDC is intended to modernize and streamline development regulations by supporting redevelopment, adaptive reuse, and development priorities while also addressing residential adjacency concerns.
Developing a UDC would take about 24 months and involve several facets, including public engagement, hiring a consultant, assessing existing Plans and Codes, and testing regulations for impacts on existing development.
Following Council feedback, staff will issue a Request for Quote (RFQ) for consultants before further discussion.
Monday’s presentation: Video
