Commission rezones Taylor Addition parcels from R-1 to R-1D for 3 Crosses project

The Kearney Planning Commission voted July 17 to approve Rezoning No. 2026-16, changing several parcels east of Avenue M between 14th and 16th Streets from R-1 (single-family) to R-1D to allow duplex development as part of a proposed subdivision called 3 Crosses Addition.

Craig Bennett, representing 3 Crosses LLC, explained the request during a presentation on the proposed 30-lot subdivision and said: "So we're proposing to rezone this from r 1 to r 1 d," noting that the R-1D designation would permit duplex lots. City staff recommended approval, saying the rezoning aligns with the future land use map and the 2016 comprehensive plan and that the lots can be served by existing water and sewer mains. After a motion and second, the commission approved Rezoning 2026-16 by roll call.

Commissioners and staff discussed stormwater detention and sewer depth; Bennett described tying into an existing trunk main on Avenue M so sanitary capacity is adequate though some homes will be slab-on-grade due to depth constraints. The commission approved the rezoning, which clears a key land‑use approval needed before plats are recorded.