Planning Board Meeting - 12.17.2024

During the Pittsburgh Planning Board Meeting on December 13, 2023, members discuss a range of development projects and planning issues. The board reviews multi-family housing proposals, focusing on design aesthetics, density, and parking. There is significant debate over traffic impacts and access routes for developments on Smith Street and Gail Street, with concerns raised by local residents. The board also considers the use of grass pavers for parking in a commercial project, ultimately approving their use with conditions. Additionally, updates to the fee schedule are proposed, aiming to align with increased city expenses and to ensure fair cost recovery for services provided. The meeting includes detailed discussions on the implications of these changes for different types of developments, including cannabis establishments and large-scale solar projects.