Brentwood City Commission is considering a significant amendment to its zoning code that could reshape the landscape of local sports facilities. The proposed ordinance aims to adjust regulations regarding electronic scoreboards in service institution districts, specifically responding to a request from Brentwood Academy, a private high school.

The amendment seeks to create parity between Brentwood Academy's scoreboard and that of Ravenwood High School, which currently exceeds the existing zoning requirements. The proposed changes would allow for a larger electronic message display area, increasing the limit from 200 square feet to 710 square feet. This display can be used for scorekeeping and timekeeping purposes only.

Key features of the amendment include:
- A maximum of 100 square feet allocated for commercial advertising on the scoreboard structure.
- A height restriction of 40 feet for the scoreboard.
- Only one single-sided electronic message display permitted per campus.

During the meeting, it was noted that there are no specific distance requirements from residential areas for the placement of these scoreboards. However, any proposal would still need to undergo a revised site plan approval by the planning commission.

The discussion highlighted the need for updated regulations to keep pace with the evolving needs of local educational institutions while ensuring community standards are maintained. The commission's decision on this amendment could set a precedent for future developments in Brentwood's service institution districts.