Algood Council Approves Changes To Duplex Ordinance
Algood City Council has amended the city’s ordinance regarding duplexes and two-family residential structures to help with growth. The amended ordinance will now allow duplexes and two-family residential structures in R2 Districts on a conditional use. City Administrator Keith Morrison said the measure was recommended by the Algood Planning Commission and would require developers to […]
Algood Approves White Plains Match, Future Talks Needed
Algood City Council continued discussions about the future of the White Plains House Tuesday night. Council approved up to $12,000 in matching funds for a grant that would help cover the cost of repairs needed to reopen the house. While the property’s future remains uncertain, Mayor Lisa Chapman-Fowler suggested that the city provide the matching […]
Algood Council Tables Ordinance Changes For Duplexes
Algood City Council tabled a decision Tuesday night to amend the city’s zoning ordinance regarding duplexes and two-family residential structures. The proposed amendment would allow such structures as a conditional use in low-density residential districts (R-1) and as a permitted use in medium-density residential districts (R-2). Council Member Luke Hill said he personally has concerns […]
Algood Council Receives Update On Property Lawsuit
Algood City Council will become the majority owner of a dilapidated property at 164 Main Street needing major cleanup. City Attorney Danny Rader said there are at least seven owners of the property. “I haven’t talked to all of them, and there is still one that we are really trying and struggling to locate,” Rader […]
Algood Tables Decision For Park Project Design Team
Algood City Council tabled a decision Tuesday night to select a lead architect and design team to oversee the city’s park project. The board discussed two firms that offered similar services. Council Member Luke Hill said he would like to have the two firms present to the board before making a decision. “We have historically […]
Algood Budget Passes First Reading, No Tax Change
Algood City Council got its first look at the 25-26 budget Tuesday night and the numbers look good. Council approved the first reading. City Administrator Keith Morrison said the property tax rate will remain the same, at .3623 per $100 in the proposed budget. “We’ve got a lot of capital projects in there and a […]
