Metropolitan Planning Commission - September 3rd, 2026

The Delaware County Metropolitan Planning Commission held a meeting on September 3, 2026, focusing primarily on zoning and land use issues. Key procurement-related discussions included two special use variance appeals: one for an accessory dwelling unit at 3410 North New York Avenue and another for an in-home nail salon at 2900 West Petty Road. Both cases received favorable recommendations to be forwarded to the Board of Zoning Appeals. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing the McKinley neighborhood overlay district amendment, which had previously been vetoed by the deputy mayor. The commission reviewed proposed revisions addressing the overlay's authority, sustainability provisions, and homeowner protections. Concerns were raised about the jurisdiction and enforcement authority of the McKinley Neighborhood Review Committee (MNRC), with calls for clearer language and alignment with existing overlay districts. The commission voted to continue the matter to allow further refinement of the ordinance and establishment of the MNRC. Additionally, the director provided updates on permit issuance, ordinance updates led by American Structure Point, and cautioned about scam emails targeting applicants. The meeting concluded with discussions about streamlining Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) cases due to high volume.