Jamestown, New York Development News

Jamestown City Council Holds Public Hearing on Proposed Comprehensive Plan, Discusses Housing Diversity and Implementation Strategies

The Jamestown City Council held a public hearing on a proposed comprehensive plan. The plan is a long-range policy document outlining goals, policies, and strategies for physical, economic, and social development. Residents Rachel Anderson and Doug Champ provided public comment. Anderson expressed concern about prioritizing apartment housing over single-family homes, linking it to property tax increases. Champ, who was involved in previous comprehensive plans, emphasized the importance of vision and community engagement in the implementation process, suggesting the creation of steering committees for different implementation categories and greater utilization of resources like the EDA and US Department of Agriculture. The council discussed the housing diversity aspects of the plan, clarifying that it aims for a mix of housing options, including rental units and homeownership, with potential for accessory dwelling units, and that zoning changes will support appropriate housing types within neighborhoods.