- The City of Siloam Springs continues to see robust growth in housing. We believe our standards have allowed builders to construct a variety of housing types that has facilitated affordability and production. A recent example is the approval of Winding Springs, a mixed density housing development that has allowed a variety of housing types including single-family attached, rear load entry single-family and traditional single-family units.
- With the passage of Act 313, we believe there will be more avenues for builders and homeowners to construct ADUs. We have already seen interest in this housing type. The City’s variety of zoning is allowing for diverse housing options from approved multifamily units, duplexes, single-family attached and detached, townhomes, and traditional single-family units.
- All new subdivisions are required to have sidewalks. While we do not yet have transit services in our community, we continue to encourage mixed-use, walkable developments. A recent example of this is the addition of new sidewalks in a historic neighborhood that allows easy and safe ped access to a neighborhood park.
- The City is in the process of developing a Unified Development Code (UDC). One of the principal aims of the UDC is zoning reform. This includes streamlining various codes to facilitate the development process and removing overly burdensome governmental regulations that are not effectively serving the public good. We are hoping these proposed changes will streamline permitting.
- Siloam Springs seeks to be a place where our residents grow and thrive in a vibrant community. This includes addressing issues such as water quality in Sager Creek, emergency response and readiness, and reducing low density, single land use developments that have sprawled to the edges of town. There is renewed focus is on fostering urban infill utilizing “strong towns” principals. The City remains committed to upgrading our streets to best serve the needs of the community and future residents.
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