During a recent government meeting, the Longmont Planning Commission approved the minutes from a previous session and discussed a proposed conditional secondary use for Ziggy's Coffee, which includes a drive-thru service. The meeting began with Commissioner Popkin raising amendments to the minutes, highlighting the need for clarity regarding the Rocky Mountain Institute's involvement in the Modern West projects and correcting language related to airport safety and housing choices.

Following the approval of the minutes, Jennifer Hewitt Epperson from Planning and Development Services presented the Ziggy's Coffee proposal. The site, located at the southwest corner of Airport Road and Clover Basin Drive, is zoned as Mixed Use Neighborhood (MUN) and spans approximately 1.8 acres. Epperson noted an error in the staff report regarding the zoning abbreviation but confirmed that the proposed coffee shop aligns with the goals of the Envision Longmont plan, which aims to provide neighborhood centers with a mix of commercial services.

The proposed development includes an 1,800 square foot building with both indoor and outdoor seating, as well as a drive-thru that exceeds the required vehicle stacking capacity. Epperson emphasized that the design minimizes potential traffic impacts and adheres to residential compatibility standards. The project also includes provisions for bicycle parking and electric vehicle charging stations, meeting city requirements.

The commission found that the proposed use would not only fit within the existing neighborhood context but also maintain a balance of primary and secondary uses in the MUN district. The approval of this project is seen as a step towards enhancing local commercial offerings while ensuring compatibility with surrounding residential areas.