Board approves first reading of rezoning for Bushnull Acres to allow three-acre lot development

May 19, 2026

Supervisors approved the first reading of Ordinance 2026009 to rezone roughly 21 acres in De Moines Township from A1 to RE1, allowing three-acre lots; a public commenter urged the board to use updated CSR soil data rather than older comp-plan figures.

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County planning staff presented a rezoning request from Bushnull Acres (DF Companies) for about 21 acres in De Moines Township to change zoning from A1 (agriculture) to RE1 (three-acre minimum lots). Staff said the area is identified in the comprehensive plan as suitable for residential development and that the planning and zoning commission recommended approval.

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