The proposal presented in Monday night’s committee meeting would abandon existing land use restrictions for hazard zones altogether.
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Juneau planning commission recommends against new restrictions on development in hazard zones
Residents who testified at Tuesday night’s meeting overwhelmingly opposed the policy, saying it could create new financial burdens for homeowners.
The Glory Hall still wants a permit for its affordable housing project in Juneau
The Planning Commission will take up the issue of the permit at its meeting Tuesday night. It can grant, deny or impose conditions on the permit.
The Year in KTOO News: Alaska’s Avalanche Capital
Juneau’s hazard maps haven’t been updated since the 70s. New proposed maps have roughly 50% of the buildings in downtown Juneau in a moderate or severe risk area for avalanche or landslide.