Description
Title: Amendment to Chapter 55 (Unified Development Code) regarding Solid Waste Terms - A proposal to amend Sections 5.18 Special Dimensional and Site Layout Standards, 5.20 Landscaping, Screening and Buffering, 5.29 Specific Procedures and 5.37 Definitions to change outdated references and terms related to solid waste and solid waste containers for consistency with recent amendments to Chapter 26 (Solid Waste Management) and the Solid Waste Regulations. Staff recommendation: Approval
Summary
The Ann Arbor City Planning Commission proposes amendments to Chapter 55 of the Unified Development Code (UDC) concerning stormwater management and solid waste terminology. The stormwater amendment clarifies when the Washtenaw County Water Resources Commissioner must review stormwater systems, enhancing public understanding. The solid waste amendments update terms for consistency with recent changes in Chapter 26, ensuring accurate definitions for solid waste containers, which now encompass curb carts and dumpsters. These changes affect residential and commercial properties, emphasizing proper storage and screening of waste containers, which supports environmental management and urban aesthetics. The proposed amendments aim to streamline regulations and improve community compliance.