Why are there only limited types of small businesses allowed in the PR District?

Businesses, like those allowed in the proposed Pedestrian - Residential District, already exist in residential districts and zones throughout Bowling Green.  A list of permitted and conditional commercial and non-residential uses in the PR District:

Permitted By Right:*Conditional:*
Bed & Breakfast**
Barber/Beauty/Spa
Professional Office
Day Care Center**

Funeral Home

Place of Worship

Retail Sales & Services

Type A & B Home Day Care

*See also the Comprehensive Use Table at 150.41 in the Draft Zoning Code.
**Specific use regulations also apply, which means these uses have additional regulation due to their unique nature and potential for impacts on surrounding uses.

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1. What changes were made to the Pedestrian - Residential District in the Revised Draft Zoning Code Update?
2. Where is the revised Pedestrian Residential District located?
3. What are the goals of the PR District?
4. How will the PR District affect existing properties?
5. What are the lot standards in the revised Pedestrian - Residential District?
6. Is the front yard setback changing?
7. Why are lot standards changing?
8. What types of small businesses are permitted in the PR District?
9. Why are there only limited types of small businesses allowed in the PR District?
10. What is a conditional use?
11. Does the City allow commercial uses in all residential zones and districts?
12. How does the Zoning Code impact the rental market?
13. Will the PR District mean increased traffic and where will additional cars park?
14. Will density increase in the PR District?
15. Will the PR District result in fewer trees and greenspace?
16. Who is ZoneCo?
17. Are zoning changes being proposed for all neighborhoods?
18. Will this harm historical properties?