Commission approves bed‑and‑breakfast expansion and 310‑foot cell tower

Dickinson County commissioners approved two land‑use permits at the regular meeting: an expansion of an existing bed‑and‑breakfast and a 310‑foot communications tower.

Planning Director Tim Hamilton summarized CUP26‑03, a request from owner Gary Skoolie to add four sleeping rooms and an accessory apartment/kitchenet at 2321 West Detroit Street. Hamilton said the planning commission recommended approval with the condition that any future expansion that increases parking would require an additional conditional‑use permit. The commission approved the CUP by motion and voice vote with no public opposition recorded.

The board also approved CUP26‑05, a Conditional Use Permit filed by Vertical Bridge to construct a 310‑foot tower for cellular service. Hamilton noted planning staff had conditioned approval on FAA and FCC paperwork; staff indicated those federal approvals were on file and recommended issuance of a voting permit once all site details and foundation plans are confirmed. Commissioners said the tower could host multiple carriers and is expected to improve reception in the area.

Neither CUP vote included a roll‑call tally in the transcript; each motion was seconded and carried by voice vote. Staff will finalize permit paperwork and the applicant may proceed with building permits subject to required federal and site approvals.