During a recent government meeting, officials conducted a public hearing to discuss the adoption of a 2025 schedule of uniform submittal dates for plats, a requirement stemming from House Bill 3169, known as the \"Shot Clock bill.\" This legislation mandates that submissions for plats be processed within a specific timeframe, now limited to plats only, following amendments to the original bill.

The proposed calendar allows for monthly submissions on Mondays, with adjustments made for holidays. If a submission date falls on a holiday, it is extended to the following Tuesday. The calendar also includes changes to Planning and Zoning (P&Z) dates, which are moved up a week during holiday seasons. The staff-level plots, which include minor amendments and replats, will follow a similar schedule but do not include P&Z dates.

The public can access the uniform submittal date calendar on the city’s development services website, ensuring transparency and availability of information for those seeking subdivision permits.

In addition to the submittal dates, the meeting addressed a recommendation from the Historic Landmark Commission regarding the city’s pursuit of becoming a certified local government. This designation would enable the city to regulate aesthetic elements of development, such as building materials and design features, which are crucial for preserving the historical character of the area.

A member of the commission emphasized the importance of this initiative, citing concerns over potential loss of the city’s unique historical charm amid ongoing growth. However, they suggested pausing the discussion for further review to ensure that all aspects of the proposal are thoroughly understood by the planning commission.

The meeting concluded with a motion to approve the uniform submittal dates, which was unanimously supported by the commission members, and a commitment to revisit the historic preservation initiative in future discussions.