Broken Arrow Planning Commission Meeting - March 12, 2026

The Broken Arrow Planning Commission met on March 12, 2026, at 5:30 PM. The meeting included a consent agenda approval, a public hearing on a zoning change request, and discussion of commission business. The commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a zoning change from agricultural to RS (single-family residential) for a 119.05-acre parcel, after the applicant agreed to a less dense classification. Public comments were heard from residents of the adjacent Pines of the Preserve development, who expressed concerns about the preservation of greenbelt, wildlife, water pressure, and traffic. The commission also discussed adding a citizen opportunity to speak item to future agendas.

Consent Calendar

• The commission approved all items on the consent agenda via a roll call vote (5-0). Items 4C, 4D, 4E, and 4F will go before the city council on April 7, 2026, at 6:30 PM.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Ron Mashigan (resident at 3417 East Lincoln): Expressed concern that the greenbelt and pond view he paid a premium for might be lost. He stated he was not sure if he was for or against the development without more details.
• Lindsay Saunders (resident at 3405 East Lincoln, Pines of the Preserve Phase Two): Shared concerns about water pressure from the rural water district, stormwater runoff, traffic congestion at Albany Street, and wildlife impact. She asked if a traffic light might be installed.
• Todd Walls (husband of Lindsay Saunders): Stated he paid $5,000 more for his lot based on a promise from Shaw Homes that the area would remain a greenbelt for at least 10 years. He suggested preserving some trees for aesthetic and resale value.
• C Keith Smith (resident of Phase Two, representing himself and his wife): Said Shaw Homes told them they would have no neighbors to the south, and they paid a premium for the greenbelt and pond view. He also mentioned issues with ATVs/dirt bikes on the property and requested a traffic light at 61st Street.

Discussion Items

• Zoning Change Request BAZ-002651-2026: The applicant, Alan Vachon of AAB Engineering, requested a change from agricultural (AG) to single-family residential preservation (RSP) on 119.05 acres located south of Omaha Street and west of 37th Street. The parcel is the fourth phase of the Pines of the Preserve development. Staff recommended approval. During the public hearing, residents raised concerns about the greenbelt, water pressure, traffic, and wildlife. The applicant explained that the detention pond and surrounding floodplain would remain untouched, and that the development would match the adjacent phases with 60-foot lots. After discussion, the applicant agreed to change the request to RS (single-family residential), a less dense classification, to ensure open space protections. The commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the RS zoning.
• Commission Business – Citizen Opportunity to Speak: Commissioner discussed the need to add a “citizens opportunity to speak” item to the planning commission agenda, similar to the city council’s practice. They reviewed the current sign-up form, which includes a block for citizen remarks. The commission agreed to finalize changes and bring the item forward for formal action at a future meeting.

Key Outcomes

• Zoning Change Approved (5-0): The commission voted to recommend approval of BAZ-002651-2026, changing the zoning from AG to RS (less dense classification). The item will go to the city council on April 7, 2026, at 6:30 PM.
• Citizen Opportunity to Speak: The commission will prepare a revised agenda item to include a citizen comment period, with proposed changes to the sign-up form. Detailed changes will be distributed to staff and city management for review.
• Next Steps: The applicant indicated they will submit a preliminary plat soon, which will come back to the commission for further review. Residents were encouraged to attend the city council meeting on April 7th to speak again if desired.