UDC recommends approval with conditions for Bryan Park dam removal and approves sustainability guideline edits
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April 16, 2026 Urban Design Committee (5th Floor Conference Room) recommended approval of UDC 2026-05 (Bryan Park dam removal and stream restoration) to the Planning Commission with conditions due 4/21/2026, and unanimously approved minor edits to the Urban Design Guidelines — Sustainability Section.
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- Recommended approval (Location, Character, and Extent) of UDC 2026-05 — Bryan Park dam removal and stream restoration (4308 Hermitage Road) to the Planning Commission; item due back on 4/21/2026. Conditions: (1) amend plans to show FallLine Trail alignment on and adjacent to project site for FINAL application; (2) lighting to be dark-sky compliant or similar; (3) signage to include information on the surrounding natural area and wetlands and the site’s history; (4) Applicant to consider accessibility when using cobblestones in gathering areas. (Aye votes: 6)
- Approved draft updates to the Urban Design Guidelines — Sustainability Section with minor edits by unanimous voice vote.
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