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N:\PLANNING\AGENDA - PC\2019 Meeting Packets\01-09-19\READY\PC Memo 01092019.docx Memorandum To: Planning Commission From: Erika Vandenbrande, Director, Planning and Community Development, [PHONE REDACTED] Sarah Pyle, Manager, Strategic Initiatives, [PHONE REDACTED] Jae Hill, AICP, Manager, Long Range Planning, [PHONE REDACTED] Kimberly Dietz, Senior Planner, [PHONE REDACTED] Date: January 9, 2019 Subject: 2018-2019 Redmond Zoning Code – Periodic Cleanup (Minor Amendments) PURPOSE On January 9, 2019, the Planning Commission will continue its public hearing and discussion regarding the package of minor amendments to the Redmond Zoning Code (RZC) and Redmond Municipal Code (RMC). BACKGROUND The Planning Commission started its review on November 28, 2018 of the Technical Committee’s recommended RZC and RMC amendments. The amendment package comprises 29 individual amendments, covering five types of minor corrections: 1. Addressing clarity and accuracy of the code; 2. Correcting and restoring references to other section of the code; 3. Correcting inadvertent omissions of code; 4. Repairing errors and providing updates for accuracy to maps within the code; and 5. Incorporating direction of non-substantive administrative interpretations authorized by RZC 21.76.100.D. PREPARATION FOR JANUARY 9TH STUDY SESSION Commissioners are requested to continue reviewing and identifying questions regarding the Technical Committee Report and exhibits, provided in the November 16, 2018 meeting packet. Please contact Kimberly Dietz by noon on Monday, January 7th with additional questions or concerns. REVIEW SCHEDULE The Planning Commission may make a recommendation on this proposal at its January 9th meeting. City Council’s review and action is anticipated during the first quarter of 2019.