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Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting – September 18, 2025

Video Archive — Thursday, September 18, 2025
BodyColumbia, Missouri
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DateThursday, September 18, 2025
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0:05

Good evening.

0:06

I will now call to order the September 18th, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.

0:12

Please may we have a roll call, Commissioner Brodsky.

0:16

We may.

0:16

Commissioner Darr.

0:18

Here.

0:18

Commissioner Goway Jones.

0:20

Here.

0:21

Commissioner Gray.

0:22

Here.

0:23

Commissioner Ortiz is absent.

0:25

Commissioner Stanton.

0:27

Commissioner Stockton.

0:28

Here.

0:29

Commissioner Walters and Commissioner Wilson are absent.

0:32

And I am present.

0:34

We have a quorum of six.

0:36

Thank you.

0:37

Are there any changes or adjustments to our agenda this evening, Mr.

0:40

Zinner?

0:41

Yes, there are.

0:42

The first item on the agenda, case number 284-2025 has been requested to be tabled.

0:50

We have slides prepared for that.

0:53

Very good.

0:54

With that adjustment, is there a motion to approve the agenda?

1:00

Second.

1:00

Approved or motion made by Commissioner Stanton seconded by Commissioner Gray.

1:05

Thumbs up approval on the agenda.

1:07

Unanimous.

1:08

Thank you.

1:10

We all received a copy of the September 4th, 2025 regular meeting minutes.

1:14

Are there any changes or adjustments to the minutes?

1:18

Their motion to approve.

1:21

Second.

1:23

Motion made by Commissioner Stanton, seconded by Commissioner Gray.

1:27

Thumbs up approval of the minutes.

1:29

Unanimous with Commissioner Brodsky abstaining.

1:35

Very good.

1:36

With that, our first case for the evening is a tabling motion on case number 284-2025, a request by Crockett Engineering Agent on behalf of Consolidated Public Water Supply District No.

1:52

Industrial General Zone Property to be known as Consolidated Water Plat No.

1:56

And an associated design adjustment from Section 29-5.1D regarding required construction of sidewalks.

2:03

The approximately 3.56 acre subject site is located northeast of Nebraska Avenue and 7th Street and includes the address 1500 7th Street.

2:10

May we please have a staff report?

2:12

Yes.

2:13

As indicated that the applicant has requested that this item be tabled until the October 23rd meeting.

2:20

That is to allow the staff and the applicant to coordinate and review options for the elimination of a private electric easement that traverses this particular project site that was identified after the packet's production that is going to be in future dedicated right-of-way that was shown for the northern portions of North 7th Street after the final plat is approved.

2:51

So we need to resolve that matter.

2:54

It could re could result in an additional design adjustment needing to be advertised for, and then the staff report being revised, or it may have several other potential outcomes.

3:14

So with that, we are supportive of the October 23rd date certain tabling request and believe that this project can then be brought forward and discussed at that point.

3:24

Very good.

3:25

Are there any questions for staff about the tabling motion?

3:29

Seeing none, we will go to public comment.

3:32

This is just about the tabling motion.

3:33

If there's any public comment on the tabling motion, please come forward.

3:37

Seeing none, we will close public comment and go to Commissioner comment.

3:42

Is there any commissioner comment?

3:45

Commissioner Stanton.

3:46

Madam Chair, my colleagues have no further comments.

3:49

I would like to intend motion.

3:50

Please do.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Zoning█████████████████████████████████████████████62%
Short Term Rental Regulation███████████████21%
Public Engagement█████████13%
Procedural███4%
Summary of Proceedings

Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting – September 18, 2025

The Planning and Zoning Commission met on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers. Six commissioners were present (Darr, Geuea Jones, Gray, Stanton, Stockton, Brodsky); three were excused (Ortiz, Walters, Wilson). The agenda was adjusted to table Case #284-2025, and the minutes from September 4, 2025, were approved with one abstention. The meeting concluded at 7:53 PM.

Consent Calendar

  • Approval of Agenda: Motion by Commissioner Stanton, seconded by Commissioner Gray. Unanimous approval after adjustment to table Case #284-2025.
  • Approval of Minutes (September 4, 2025): Motion by Commissioner Stanton, seconded by Commissioner Gray. Approved 5-0-1 (Commissioner Brodsky abstained).

Public Hearings & Subdivision

Case #284-2025 – Consolidated Water Plat No. 1 and Design Adjustment

  • Request by Crockett Engineering (agent) for Consolidated Public Water Supply District No. 1 (owner) for a 1-lot final major plat (IG zoning) and a design adjustment from Sec 29-5.1(d) regarding sidewalks. The 3.56-acre site is at 1500 Seventh Street, northeast of Nebraska Avenue and Seventh Street.
  • Staff (Mr. Zenner) reported that the applicant requested a tabling to October 23, 2025, to resolve a private electric easement issue identified after packet production. The easement traverses future dedicated right-of-way for North Seventh Street. Staff supported the tabling.
  • No public comment on the tabling motion.
  • Outcome: Motion to table to October 23, 2025, by Commissioner Stanton, seconded by Commissioner Gray. Passed 6-0.

Case #288-2025 – Conditional Use Permit for Bank of Missouri Drive-Up Facility

  • Request by Engineering Surveys & Services (agent) for The Bank of Missouri (owner) for a conditional use permit (CUP) to allow a drive-up facility at 310 Nifong Boulevard (southeast corner of Nifong and Bethel Street) in the M-N zoning district. The 2.31-acre site is adjacent to Gentry Estates and other commercial uses.
  • Staff report by Rusty Palmer: The proposed two-story bank with three-lane drive-thru meets use-specific standards (Sec 29-3.3(jj)) and design standards. The drive-thru is positioned away from residential areas. Access is via a private drive with right-in/right-out on Nifong and full access on Bethel. Traffic study anticipated 1,200 vehicles at peak; the bank is expected to generate about 270 peak-hour vehicles. No adverse impacts on R-1 or R-2 districts. Staff recommended approval.
  • Applicant Matthew Kriete presented: infrastructure adequate, stacking lanes separate, pedestrian/bicycle access provided, and the use is consistent with the corridor character.
  • No public opposition.
  • Outcome: Motion by Commissioner Stanton, seconded by Commissioner Gray, to approve the CUP as requested. Passed 6-0. Recommendation forwarded to City Council.

Case #290-2025 – Short-Term Rental Conditional Use Permit for 1506 Windsor Street

  • Request by Ken Germond (agent) for Germond-Eggener Family Trust (owners) to allow 1506 Windsor Street as a short-term rental (STR) for a maximum of 4 transient guests and up to 210 nights annually, per Sec 29-3.3(vv) and Sec 29-6.4(m)(2). The 0.17-acre property is zoned RMF and has no existing driveway. Two off-street parking spaces must be installed.
  • Staff report by Kirtis Orendorff: 67 notification letters sent; six public comments received (one in opposition, five in support). The property has one open code violation for an illegal STR, which this application would rectify. No other STRs within 300 feet. Staff recommended approval with conditions: max 4 guests, 210 nights/year, and construction of driveway/parking pad prior to issuance of STR certificate of compliance or business license.
  • Applicant Ken Germond spoke: He lives next door at 1504 Windsor. Parking location is uncertain due to unclear property lines; options include sharing a driveway with the east neighbor or placing parking in the front yard. He is working with the city's building and site team.
  • Commissioner Brodsky asked about parking; Mr. Germond explained the challenges.
  • Outcome: Motion by Commissioner Stanton, seconded by Commissioner Gray, to approve the STR CUP subject to the three conditions. Passed 6-0. Recommendation forwarded to City Council.

Public Comments

  • Jay Gebhardt (civil engineer, A Civil Group, speaking as an individual) raised three points:
    1. The small lot integration into R-1 zoning process: He urged earlier involvement of the development community, noting that the current work session structure prevents input until late in the process.
    2. Suggested using a consultant to provide developer perspective during work sessions.
    3. Called for a comprehensive review of the Unified Development Code (UDC), which is nearly nine years old, due to staffing constraints and the need for updates.
  • He praised Planning Director Pat Zenner but noted that staff are stretched thin. Commissioners discussed the challenges of balancing speed with input. Commissioner Darr noted that lengthening the small lot process could delay other UDC fixes. Chair Geuea Jones clarified that the small lot draft is a midpoint, not a final product. Mr. Gebhardt expressed willingness to help and emphasized the need for genuine dialogue, not just comment submission.

Staff Comments

  • Pat Zenner (Planning and Development Director):
    • Acknowledged Mr. Gebhardt's comments and committed to improving engagement with the development community.
    • Previewed the October 9, 2025 agenda: eight short-term rental applications and one rezoning (AG to IG) at Paris Road and U.S. 63.
    • Announced that senior planner Mariam resigned in mid-August; the department is down a senior planner.
    • Mr. Smith will begin as the new director of planning at the end of September.
    • The short-term rental regulation amendment originally scheduled for October 6 City Council first reading has been delayed pending a work session with Council.
    • The STR vendor services contract will likely be introduced at the second Council meeting in October.
    • STR compliance enforcement began June 1, 2025. Two rounds of notices sent to approximately 293 operators. Prosecution of non-compliant operators is starting.
    • Annual elections for Planning and Zoning Commission officers will be held at the first meeting in October.
    • The technical evaluation of the UDC is nearly complete; text changes for Article 5 and Appendix A will be brought forward soon.

Key Outcomes

  • Case #284-2025: Tabled to October 23, 2025 (6-0).
  • Case #288-2025: Conditional use permit approved (6-0).
  • Case #290-2025: Short-term rental conditional use permit approved with conditions: maximum 4 guests, 210 nights/year, and driveway/parking pad construction prior to STR compliance (6-0).
  • Next Meeting: October 9, 2025, at 7:00 PM (tentative).
  • Future Items: UDC text changes, comprehensive plan updates, and ongoing STR enforcement.

Meeting Transcript

Good evening. I will now call to order the September 18th, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. Please may we have a roll call, Commissioner Brodsky. We may. Commissioner Darr. Here. Commissioner Goway Jones. Here. Commissioner Gray. Here. Commissioner Ortiz is absent. Commissioner Stanton. Commissioner Stockton. Here. Commissioner Walters and Commissioner Wilson are absent. And I am present. We have a quorum of six. Thank you. Are there any changes or adjustments to our agenda this evening, Mr. Zinner? Yes, there are. The first item on the agenda, case number 284-2025 has been requested to be tabled. We have slides prepared for that. Very good. With that adjustment, is there a motion to approve the agenda? Second. Approved or motion made by Commissioner Stanton seconded by Commissioner Gray. Thumbs up approval on the agenda. Unanimous. Thank you. We all received a copy of the September 4th, 2025 regular meeting minutes. Are there any changes or adjustments to the minutes? Their motion to approve. Second. Motion made by Commissioner Stanton, seconded by Commissioner Gray. Thumbs up approval of the minutes. Unanimous with Commissioner Brodsky abstaining. Very good. With that, our first case for the evening is a tabling motion on case number 284-2025, a request by Crockett Engineering Agent on behalf of Consolidated Public Water Supply District No. Industrial General Zone Property to be known as Consolidated Water Plat No. And an associated design adjustment from Section 29-5.1D regarding required construction of sidewalks. The approximately 3.56 acre subject site is located northeast of Nebraska Avenue and 7th Street and includes the address 1500 7th Street. May we please have a staff report? Yes. As indicated that the applicant has requested that this item be tabled until the October 23rd meeting. That is to allow the staff and the applicant to coordinate and review options for the elimination of a private electric easement that traverses this particular project site that was identified after the packet's production that is going to be in future dedicated right-of-way that was shown for the northern portions of North 7th Street after the final plat is approved. So we need to resolve that matter. It could re could result in an additional design adjustment needing to be advertised for, and then the staff report being revised, or it may have several other potential outcomes. So with that, we are supportive of the October 23rd date certain tabling request and believe that this project can then be brought forward and discussed at that point. Very good.

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