Draft 2 of CodeNEXT released, Austin wants public input

AUSTIN (KXAN) — To address and keep Austin’s growth in check, the city of Austin has released its Draft 2 of CodeNEXT. CodeNEXT focuses on five main areas: mobility, community, environment housing and permitting.
Draft 2 of CodeNEXT includes an updated land development code and zoning map. The new code allows for more diverse housing types such as duplexes, cottages and rowhouses, which the city hopes will make homes more affordable.
In terms of the environment, the new code encourag