Chesapeake Bay Preservation and Coastal Resilience Ordinance Update
Summary
The city is updating local zoning rules to match state requirements for protecting mature trees, planting new ones, and planning for sea-level rise. These changes affect future development in protected watershed areas.
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Last discussed Mar 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
Costs will depend on private development compliance with new resiliency and tree preservation standards.
Residents benefit from enhanced water quality, preserved tree canopy, and better long-term coastal flood protection.
Developers may face additional design and review requirements for projects within the overlay district.
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