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Assisted living residence regulations

Summary

Assisted living residences have been missing from C-1/C-2 permitted uses for over 20 years — apparently a cut-and-paste error in the 2003 code rewrite. An ordinance fix is now in motion.

At a glance

Total mentions: 1
Last 30 days: 1

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 7, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Not stated in the materials provided.

✅Who benefits

Assisted living providers and seniors seeking housing options in commercial districts.

Mentions & discussions (1)

MeetingOct 7, 2026

Public Safety Committee — October 7, 2026

An ordinance to tighten Metro rules on massage facilities (code sections 115.170 to 115.196) was held in committee for more work. Supporters, including three primary sponsors across both parties, want stronger oversight, but the measure isn't ready to move yet.

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