A proposed code change to increase the maximum driveway allowed for residential homes has been approved by the Coon Rapids City Council.
After considerable discussion, the council Aug. 8 adopted an ordinance that puts in place a new maximum driveway width for homes in the LDR-2 (low density residential) zoning district.
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