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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Coppell public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Temporary Concrete Batch Plants in Light Industrial Zones
The city clarified rules for temporary concrete batch plants, limiting them to one six-month permit within an 18-month period to prevent creeping permanent uses.
Backyard Chickens and Hens Ordinance Proposal
The city discussed whether to allow backyard chickens, but learned that state laws would prevent Coppell from enforcing local rules and coops once permitted.
Residential Zoning at 804 Bullock Drive
The commission worked to clean up zoning on a residential lot that had been split between residential and commercial use. This change allows the owner to build a house without the complications of the old commercial zoning.