Business & Community Affairs Committee, 5/7/26

The City of Norman, Oklahoma's Business & Community Affairs Committee met on May 7, 2026, to discuss updates related to the pro-housing grant awarded by HUD. The meeting focused on the scope and progress of four projects funded by this grant, including zoning and subdivision code updates, parking studies, pre-approved housing plans, and an affordable housing action plan. Staff reported plans to issue an RFP in early 2028 for the zoning and subdivision regulation updates. The committee discussed parking maximums, minimum lot size regulations, and potential stormwater funding mechanisms tied to development. They also considered engaging local architects for pre-approved housing plan designs to support new zoning codes. The committee emphasized the importance of meeting HUD grant deliverables to maintain good past performance for future funding opportunities. No formal votes or contract awards were reported during this session.