Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting – July 23, 2026

The Columbia Planning and Zoning Commission met on July 23, 2026, to consider five rezoning and permanent zoning cases. After public hearings and deliberations, the commission voted on each item, forwarding recommendations to the City Council.

Consent Calendar

• Approval of Agenda: Unanimously approved.
• June 4, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes: Approved unanimously, with Commissioners Lowe and Stockton abstaining.
• June 11, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes: Approved unanimously, with Commissioners Graybaugh, Lowe, and Stockton abstaining.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Case 159 (Bluegill Land & Cattle LLC): Paul Boomer (4756 Ring Road) expressed concerns about traffic safety on Brown School Road and Creasy Springs Road, citing MODOT 2025 counts of ~5,200 vehicles/day on Brown School and ~3,000 on Creasy Springs, plus 250+ trucks daily. He requested tabling the zoning decision until traffic impact and sight distance studies were available. Mike Zweifel (520 Sackett’s Road) echoed traffic concerns and questioned why the traffic study was not provided online. Applicant West Bolton confirmed a study was completed (sealed May 1, 2026) and accepted by the city, finding no improvements needed.
• Cases 170 & 171 (Carolyn Matthews): Owner Carolyn Matthews stated both parcels (420 Rock Quarry Road and adjacent 1.97 acres) are being sold together, and the rezonings are needed to facilitate development. She noted the property is in a transition area between existing residential and commercial.
• Case 174 (Dothage Family Trust): Tyler Ashe (Simon & Strump Engineering) represented the applicant and confirmed the owner intends to continue the golf car business. No public opposition.
• Case 185 (AGIST Investment Group 2 LLC): Andy Green (Crockett Engineering) represented the applicant and indicated development of multifamily apartments is planned “immediately” if zoning is approved. No public testimony.

Discussion Items

• Case 159-2026 – Bluegill Land & Cattle LLC – Request to rezone 75.51 acres from Boone County RS (single family) to City R1 (one-family dwelling) upon annexation. The property is southeast of Brown School Road and Creasy Springs Road, with three homes and accessory buildings to be removed. Staff noted consistency with surrounding R1/R2 uses and the comprehensive plan; a preliminary plat proposes ~147 lots. The applicant confirmed a traffic study was completed with no required improvements. Commissioners discussed traffic concerns but noted detailed review would occur at platting. Vote: 8-0 to recommend approval.
• Case 170-2026 – Carolyn Matthews – Request to rezone 1.98 acres from City A (agricultural) to R1 (one-family dwelling) at 420 Rock Quarry Road. The parcel is inside city limits but cannot be platted due to its size (<2.5 acres). Staff stated R1 would provide flexibility and is consistent with surrounding zoning. Commissioners noted the adjacent 1.97-acre parcel (Case 171) would also seek R1 upon annexation. Vote: 8-0 to recommend approval.
• Case 171-2026 – Carolyn Matthews – Request for permanent R1 zoning upon annexation of 1.97 acres (county A2) directly east of 420 Rock Quarry. The parcel is outside city limits but contiguous. Staff noted it also cannot be platted as agricultural due to size. The owner clarified she is selling both parcels together. Vote: 8-0 to recommend permanent R1 zoning upon annexation.
• Case 174-2026 – Dothage Family Trust – Request for permanent MC (mixed-use commercial) zoning upon annexation of 3.78 acres at 7208 I-70 Drive SE, currently housing Mid-Missouri Golf Cars. Staff noted MC is consistent with existing county CG zoning and the I-70 corridor, though the Comprehensive Plan designates the area as “Residential District.” The site will connect to city sewer via a Boone County sewer line, and electric will remain with Boone Electric. Commissioners debated compatibility with surrounding RS zoning and the depth of the lot. Some argued MC is too intense for a predominantly residential area, while others noted the business has long existed without complaints and the corridor is evolving. Vote: 7-1 to recommend approval (Commissioner Stockton dissented).
• Case 185-2026 – AGIST Investment Group 2 LLC – Request to rezone 6.4 acres from PD (Plan Development) and A (Agricultural) to RMF (multifamily dwelling) at 3000 North Providence Road. The site was originally rezoned to OP (office) in 2005 but has remained undeveloped. Staff noted RMF is a downzoning (removing office uses) and aligns with surrounding multifamily developments. Commissioners supported moving away from obsolete PD zoning. Vote: 8-0 to recommend approval.

Key Outcomes

• Case 159: Motion to recommend approval of R1 permanent zoning upon annexation carried 8-0.
• Case 170: Motion to recommend approval of rezoning from A to R1 carried 8-0.
• Case 171: Motion to recommend approval of permanent R1 zoning upon annexation carried 8-0.
• Case 174: Motion to recommend approval of permanent MC zoning upon annexation carried 7-1 (Commissioner Stockton voting no).
• Case 185: Motion to recommend approval of rezoning from PD and A to RMF carried 8-0.

Staff Comments & Next Steps

• Mr. Zenner announced the next regular meeting will be August 6, 2026, with agenda items including a preliminary plat for a cottage development at Sexton and Washington, public hearings for Phase 7 of Discovery Park (South Gans Road, Discovery Parkway, Ponderosa Street), and two short-term rental applications (122 North Greenwood and 2400 Chapel Hill Road). A work session on data centers will also be held.