Commission considers phasing for Volvo dealership so it can obtain certificate of occupancy

The commission reviewed a revised site plan (VPC2603‑008) for 1598 Mallory Lane that would allow Volvo to be built and occupied as a standalone phase while the remaining dealerships (including Volkswagen) are constructed later.

Staff said phasing was necessary because the original approval treated the property as a single project and the applicant now wants a CO for Volvo without completing the other buildings. Staff recommended approval with 11 standard conditions and described a temporary driveway that would be incorporated into Volvo’s service drive once the adjacent dealerships are built.

Commissioners asked whether the other dealerships would follow quickly; staff said Volkswagen already has a permit application on file. The commission discussed parking, circulation and whether the phasing meets parking and green‑space requirements so Volvo can stand alone as phase one.

No formal action was recorded during the meeting; staff said final approval would be captured via the planning‑commission vote when the item is before the commission for a decision.