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TO: Mayor John Laesch
FROM: Tracey M. Vacek, Zoning and Planning Director
John P. Curley, Chief Development Services Officer
DATE: August 7, 2026
SUBJECT:
An Ordinance Amending Chapter 49 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Aurora, by modifying Section 49-103.3 Definitions, 49-107.3 Residential District Specific Regulations, and Table One: Use Categories (City of Aurora - 26-0409 / KDWK-26.047-TXT/AZO - TV
PURPOSE:
The purpose of Ordinance is to add certain definitions, clarify certain uses under home occupations, and to update the Use Table.
BACKGROUND:
The Zoning and Planning Division has been working to expand and update the Definitions section of the Zoning Ordinance. Staff has identified that several use categories and other key terms are either undefined or lack sufficient clarity and we have been working on adding or updating these definitions.
In addition, this text amendment also includes some minor revisions to the Use Table to correct inconsistencies and ensure it accurately reflects the intended permitted uses within the zoning districts.
DISCUSSION:
Specifically, this text amendment defines the differences between manufactured homes and modular homes. It also defines direct sales and mail order as a home occupation.
Lastly, this text amendment clarifies that single-family dwellings and two-family dwellings are allowed in multiple family dwelling districts.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
This text amendment is part of an ongoing effort to update the Aurora Zoning Ordinance to clarify existing provisions, eliminate ambiguities, and improve the administration of the Ordinance.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends CONDITIONAL APPROVAL of the Ordinance Amending Chapter 49 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Aurora, by modifying Section 49-103.3 Definitions, 49-107.3 Residential District Specific Regulations, and Table One: Use Categories with the following conditions:
1. Approval is conditioned upon City provid...
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