Broken Arrow Planning Commission Meeting – June 11, 2026

The Broken Arrow Planning Commission met on June 11, 2026 at 5:30 PM to consider two public hearing items: a rezoning request for a 39.18-acre property and a specific use permit for an oversized accessory structure. The meeting included public comments, commission discussion, and votes on both items.

Consent Calendar

• The consent agenda was approved unanimously (4-0) with no items pulled. Item 4D (a separate case) was noted to be expedited to City Council on June 15, 2026 because no opposition was filed.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Charles Sanders (adjacent property owner) opposed the rezoning (Item 6A) due to the proposed 40-foot lots, stating that 60-foot lots would be preferable. He noted another developer had expressed interest in purchasing the land.
• Rick Bates (adjacent property owner) opposed the high density and small lots, arguing that it would reduce his property value and affect the water supply to his pond (“Rusty’s Pond”) via changes to drainage. He expressed concerns about stormwater management.
• Aaron Stoffel (adjacent property owner to the west) raised three issues: (1) potential floodplain impacts, (2) desire for larger lots and higher-value homes, and (3) concerns about fencing and trespassing from future development onto his horse property. He requested a buffer or fence along the property line.

Discussion Items

• Item 6A – Rezoning (BAZ-002826-2026): Staff presented a request to rezone 39.18 acres from A1 (agricultural) to RSP (single-family residential preservation) for a subdivision. The property is located north of Creek Turnpike and west of 23rd Street/County Line. The comprehensive plan designates 37.11 acres as Level 2 urban residential and 2.07 acres as Level 6 regional employment (under the 10% variance threshold). Staff recommended approval subject to plating. The applicant (Megan Pascoe of Tanner Consulting for the Claire Group) supported staff’s recommendation. Commission members questioned the applicant about drainage, a detention pond, fencing, and the buffer requirement. Staff clarified that under RSP zoning, a 50-foot buffer is not required adjacent to unplatted agricultural land (north side). The applicant stated they would work with staff on a preliminary plat and consider neighbor concerns.
• Item 6B – Specific Use Permit (SP-002852-2026): Staff presented a request for a conditional use permit to allow an accessory structure exceeding 5,000 sq ft on a 13.19-acre lot zoned RS-1 (single-family residential). The proposed structure is 60 ft by 120 ft (7,200 sq ft). The applicant’s name is “Storm,” and the structure is for personal use and home occupations. No applicant or public speakers were present. Staff recommended approval. Commissioners noted the lack of a detailed site plan and briefly discussed the building’s purpose and location. The permit only allows the structure size; final site plans will be reviewed during permitting.

Key Outcomes

• Item 6A (Rezoning): Motion to deny the rezoning was made and seconded. The vote was 3-1 in favor of denial (Commissioners Payne, Clempa, and Cohen voted yes to deny; Commissioner Gorenson voted no, indicating he supported approval). The item will be appealed to City Council; the date depends on the appeal filing.
• Item 6B (Specific Use Permit): Motion to approve per staff recommendation passed unanimously (4-0). The item will go to City Council on June 15, 2026 (expedited due to no opposition).
• General Commission Business: The commission discussed data center development concerns, including potential noise, water, electricity, and transparency issues. Staff confirmed they are researching data center impacts and preparing for future applications. They also clarified the expedited calendar rule: items without opposition are moved to the next council meeting, while items with opposition go to the following regular meeting.