Planning and Development Committee Meeting 7-27-2026

The City of Evanston Planning and Development Committee met on July 27, 2026, to discuss several key items including a zoning ordinance update and a parking proposal for the Three Crowns Park campus. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the selection of a consulting firm to draft the revised zoning ordinance. Public comments and council discussions highlighted concerns about the limited number of proposals received (only two), with some members advocating for a more competitive procurement process to ensure the best outcome for the city's comprehensive zoning update. The committee ultimately recommended moving forward with Code Studio, the preferred consultant, despite concerns about the limited competition. Additionally, the committee reviewed and approved a revised parking plan for Three Crowns Park, which included conditions related to residential parking restrictions in adjacent blocks before construction of a new parking lot could proceed. The committee also approved a text amendment clarifying temporary uses in the zoning code. Several motions related to these items were passed, and the matters will proceed to the full city council for final consideration.