The city held its first open house Wednesday night at the Kenosha Innovation Center, kicking off a public engagement process that will shape a complete rewrite of Kenosha's zoning ordinance and sign code. "We need more affordable housing," said Kenosha resident Diane Giles. Fellow resident Cameron Swallow echoed that sentiment, adding that she hopes the new code encourages more walkable, connected neighborhoods. Rachel Gasper with City Development says that after decades of small changes, this rewrite is about giving residents real ownership over their city. A final vote on the new zoning code is expected in Spring 2027.