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Rochester’s ZAP Plan Could Redefine City Zoning | Rochester News

Rochester’s Planning Commission just greenlit ZAP — the Zoning Alignment Project — a game-changing plan that could overhaul the city’s 20-year-old zoning map, reshaping where homes and businesses can thrive. Born from the Rochester 2034 Comprehensive Plan, ZAP aims to modernize land use with a focus on mixed-use development, blending shops, dining, and housing. While community input shaped the proposal, short-term rentals remain a hot-button issue, prompting a separate dedicated plan. If approved by City Council, ZAP becomes a “living document,” ready for future tweaks — and short-term rental…

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