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What this is
The council is asked to adopt Ordinance No. 4331, which would completely rewrite Chapter 21 of the city's Code of Ordinances and rename it 'Subdivision Regulations.'
Why it matters
A full rewrite of the subdivision rules affects how new developments are platted and built throughout Richardson, touching everything from lot layout to infrastructure requirements.
Council action
Motion to approve the ordinance as presented
Seconded by Ken Hutchenrider.
7 yes · 0 no
The approved minutes report the tally without a name-by-name roll call.
Timeline
- July 13, 2026 Agenda posted — February 10, 2020 meeting
- February 10, 2020 Vote taken — February 10, 2020 meeting · Approved 7-0
Appearances on agendas
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City Council — February 10, 2020
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 4331
Official agenda language
CONSIDER ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 4331, AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 21, SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY AND RENAMING CHAPTER 21 “SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS”.
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