City Council Planning Commission Joint Workshop - September 9, 2026

The City of Lafayette, Colorado held a joint workshop between the City Council and Planning Commission on September 9, 2026, focused primarily on the ongoing land use code update, particularly concerning the Old Town mixed-use zoning districts (OTX 1, 2, and 3). The discussion centered on proposed modifications to zoning regulations to better align with the comprehensive plan, including building footprint size limits, lot coverage, alley access, and building height restrictions. The workshop also addressed sustainability requirements for new developments, debating the number and type of sustainability measures required and the potential for a scaled point system based on project size. Council and commission members deliberated on balancing development flexibility, historic character preservation, and sustainability goals. No votes were taken, but consensus was sought on recommendations to be incorporated into upcoming ordinance readings, with some items deferred for further study and public engagement. The meeting concluded with a proposed schedule adjustment to allow additional working group input before final adoption of the updated land use code.