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Ordinance 25-048 — M-1 Zoning Text Amendment

Description

A citywide zoning text change letting commercial recreation and public assembly venues open by right in light-manufacturing districts, with one parking spot per 3,000 square feet.

Impact summary

Vacant industrial parcels along Garasches Lane, New Castle Avenue corridors, South Wilmington and northeast Wilmington could host gyms, event halls and similar venues without variance hearings.

Applicant

Name
City Administration

At a glance

Hearings
1
Public comments
0
Total mentions
1

Last vote · City Council

Approved11–0, unanimous

Last discussed Aug 20, 2026.

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