Geneva Planning & Zoning Commission April 23, 2026

The City of Geneva Planning and Zoning Commission held a meeting on April 23, 2026, primarily to discuss and hold a public hearing on proposed zoning ordinance text amendments related to the state-mandated People Over Parking Act, which takes effect June 1, 2026. The amendments aim to comply with the new state law prohibiting municipalities from enforcing off-street parking minimums within a half-mile radius of public transportation hubs, specifically the Geneva train station. The commission reviewed proposed boundary expansions for the downtown area where parking minimums would be removed, allowing developers to determine parking based on market demand while municipalities may still enforce parking maximums and bike parking minimums. The commission discussed potential impacts on development, parking availability, and downtown traffic, ultimately voting to approve the text amendments. The approved changes will proceed to the City Council for further consideration. Other meeting items included reminders about economic interest statements and upcoming community workshops and training sessions related to city planning.