Tupelo Planning Committee // 6-1-2026 (2 of 2)

The City of Tupelo Planning Committee convened on June 1, 2026, to discuss text amendment TA26-01, which proposed revisions to chapters 2, 4, 5, and 11 of the Tupelo development code concerning congregate living definitions and mixed-use downtown guidelines. The committee reviewed detailed changes to the definitions and classifications of congregate living arrangements, including new categories based on resident count and services provided, as well as zoning and separation requirements. The amendments also introduced registration and inspection requirements for congregate living facilities. Additionally, the committee considered revisions to the Downtown Tupelo Main Street design guidelines, focusing on maintaining historic integrity and updating paint color regulations. Both the congregate living text amendment and the downtown design guideline revisions were approved unanimously. The committee also discussed scheduling for upcoming comprehensive plan reviews and potential special meetings in late June.