# City of Akron Council Committee Meetings - 10.5.2026 (Planning & Economic Development)

Akron City Council’s Planning and Economic Development Committee meeting was held October 6, 2026. The committee discussed an ordinance amending development standards for undersized lots. The planning director said the change could allow construction on roughly 11,000 vacant parcels without additional review, while leaving each parcel’s existing zoning and permitted uses unchanged. Members raised questions about multifamily housing, neighborhood character, setbacks, and parking. On a motion to take more time, the committee voted 3–2 to keep the ordinance under consideration; no procurement activity was identified.

The committee also considered a conditional-use request to maintain and store more than five vehicles at 1167 East Eastland Avenue. With no questions or comments, the chair said the item would be presented for an adverse report; the transcript records no vote on that action. Discussion of a separate item concerning 911 Mirman Road will continue. The prior meeting’s minutes were approved.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Published:** October 06, 2026

### Sources
- [City of Akron Council Committee Meetings - 10.5.2026 (Planning & Economic Development)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQX52HTCsqY) - Akron City Council