Council sends truck‑service and parking plan for 4742 West National back to Planning Commission for review

On Sept. 28 the council voted to remand case BDP26‑19—an application for an 8,800 sq. ft. truck maintenance building, a 2,000 sq. ft. office, and parking for up to 43 trucks at 4742 West National Road—to the Planning Commission for additional review. The motion to refer, made and seconded on the floor, carried unanimously.

City staff and legal counsel recommended the referral to allow the Planning Commission to examine whether the proposed use would be detrimental to nearby properties or the general welfare under the standard in city code §11.17.016(k). "One of the reasons to remand back to the planning commission for further review is...the decision standard set forth in the city code 11 17.016 k," said Chris, citing the need for further information on noise, smoke, fumes, glare, odors and traffic. The council clarified that a majority yes vote will send the case back for additional information and findings.