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Applicant representative Steve Rollins said the PUD would bring the property’s zoning into alignment with the current use and with adjacent I‑1 and I‑2 zoning along the Broadway extension corridor. Neighbors and property interests urged the commission to deny the use, arguing the site should be reserved for higher‑intensity, corridor‑oriented development — such as office, medical or hospitality uses — and warning that a tow/impound yard would depress nearby redevelopment potential.

John Walker, trustee of a family trust that owns the 4.5‑acre parcel immediately south of the proposed PUD, told the commission the corridor has attracted high‑value office and medical development and said the applicant’s requested use was “unacceptable” at that location. Trustee testimony also raised concerns about potential contamination and stormwater impacts from salvage and wrecked vehicles located in a floodplain area shown in project exhibits.

Commissioners expressed concern that the use already was operating without proper zoning and that approval could prompt surrounding parcels to be rezoned industrial in the future. Given the level of neighborhood concern, the commission voted to continue the application to the Feb. 27 meeting and directed the applicant to meet with neighbors and address environmental, landscape and buffering questions. The applicant agreed to continue and said it would return to the commission after meeting neighbors.

Why it matters: The Broadway extension has seen substantial new office, medical and mixed‑use investment; neighbors argued the corridor’s long‑term character would be harmed by an industrial‑type use adjacent to recent high‑value development. The commission’s decision to continue gives residents, the applicant and staff time to explore alternatives or mitigation measures.

Next steps: The commission continued PUD 20‑51 to Feb. 27 to allow the applicant time to meet with neighbors and provide additional information on buffering, drainage and site operations.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Oklahoma City Planning Commission - February 13, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","A PUD rezoning request to permit an automotive tow/impound yard on a 9.54‑acre site near Broadway Extension was continued after a trustee and nearby landowners raised objections about corridor land use, long‑term development impacts and flood/drainage concerns.","taxTitle","Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma","taxId",69689,"location","Oklahoma","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6324849,"Commission continues used‑car lot rezoning request, asks for revised site plan showing parking, circulation and landscaping",1130,2369000,3499000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2335495-f91c0523a1340e1e80d9f81ab46a4ed3&start=2369&end=3499","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2335495-f91c0523a1340e1e80d9f81ab46a4ed3/thumbnail_2369000.jpg","/articles/6324849/Oklahoma/Commission-continues-usedcar-lot-rezoning-request-asks-for-revised-site-plan-showing-parking-circulation-and-landscaping","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6324849-6a43e6da46228edaabdcf18d7f213346/orig.mp4?Expires=1771200395&Signature=kynn8SS8DsMLmkSAabVycNPMFP4qmWA2FNKPOVZTihdQVEO0FzH5VMBaPGICvm0jXF1-EpsqWJQ5NE6RRkZ-UyEsEfKsCroc8InS1bK0h00pBdwpExfdX7qH8vGoFdB7yulesg8VIKYCnrJXK0kccn6GTwF9~e-Xq75YqiF5wC1Xxw0jjlEKmWgR5yvpKClrDdRF99GbjgQLAjCYbZKun-Rw~WjDAKJMTg-5wZ2qcHA7juMt5gvx9VObRGXH4ZIz5n6zWO2XU8Gb9798hAjGlloIA05UEZNJRU8PjpOFNPtJW~4icUj0WDkSq8XINcLs~9gR2H2JOxAp~-qP0RKPmg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Planning Commission on Feb. 13 continued SPUD 16‑99, an application to rezone 5241 Northwest Tenth Street to allow a used‑car dealership, after commissioners and nearby property owners raised questions about site layout, customer parking, landscape treatment and grading.

Applicant Duke Nguyen told the commission the proposed operation would display about 10–15 used vehicles, keep sales and display areas at the rear of the lot, and that fuel dispensers had been removed and capped. Commissioners repeatedly asked for a drawn site plan showing customer parking spaces, ADA access, circulation and how display vehicles and customer vehicles would be separated. Commissioner Meek said zoning and code require demonstration of required customer parking and an ADA space; Planning Department staff advised that SPUDs must meet parking/aisle and landscape standards at permitting.

Neighbors who spoke — including Robin Jones and others representing the West 10 corridor — said the current packet exhibit did not reflect existing grade changes and drop‑offs on the site, and they urged more landscaping and a cap on cars displayed. Staff advised applicants that the submitted exhibit appears to omit a roughly 6‑foot drop on the west side of the site; commissioners said a fence should not extend past the plane of the building façade and asked applicants to revise the fence location accordingly.

Commissioners agreed the project might be workable with a more detailed site plan; they moved to continue the item to the March 13 commission meeting and set a submittal deadline for revised materials of March 3. The motion to continue was seconded and passed.

Why it matters: The commission's request for a site plan showing customer circulation and parking reflects code requirements for commercial uses along corridors undergoing revitalization. Without a clear plan, the commission said, rezoning and subsequent permitting risk approving a form of development that will not meet vehicle circulation, accessibility or landscape standards.

Next steps: The applicant must submit revised site plans by March 3 to be considered at the March 13 Planning Commission meeting; staff noted that if zoning is approved, permitting will still require demonstration of code compliance for parking, ADA access and landscape.","An SPUD application to operate a used‑car dealership at 5241 NW 10th St. was continued to March 13 after commissioners and neighbors raised concerns about parking, site circulation, grading and fence placement; applicants were given a March 3 deadline for revised materials.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6324854,"Planning commission recommends denial of mid‑block rezoning after neighborhood opposition",850,1487000,2337000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2335495-f91c0523a1340e1e80d9f81ab46a4ed3&start=1487&end=2337","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2335495-f91c0523a1340e1e80d9f81ab46a4ed3/thumbnail_1487000.jpg","/articles/6324854/Oklahoma/Planning-commission-recommends-denial-of-midblock-rezoning-after-neighborhood-opposition","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6324854-eed51e0c8e547d698d0ee95405f25dbe/orig.mp4?Expires=1771200395&Signature=VJGZVlkPoWPr3wWTV~EYSrNQnBR2TZJhmqBR56~OuORs0~t1Ex0asdxUAsN8qUb3lUZd8R~-vV3eiUCZksMme2fp99fF-axpZaResyXik6wGT3ouCzpNNMzl2nsOHZX7Eq~ybqz0L2HWMZQM48Y3nKmheToZAgqZd~Nl4yPXMDdoXrG7vWkNGNRNEIHpzdKxYc1A8xjwLn59jzT9BUfhFSCze6pWzJ2uKQnudCyEhbVHDjmiCEPXsW9Y1nscjZvnixsSGi1LD2g4duCWc9eVHrqzoM1uH0A7h6KE6wNiXToCxy7gVueI-RoGHptB9r15PLHfpGQc99tQR8DhO1KVpA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Oklahoma City Planning Commission on Feb. 13 voted to recommend denial of SPUD 16‑87, a rezoning application that would have allowed two duplex structures (four dwelling units) on lots at 923 Northeast 60th Street.

Commissioner Jason Pennington (Ward 7) told the commission he had met with the applicant and neighborhood residents and said he could not support the rezoning. Neighbors who spoke at the meeting urged denial, citing narrow streets with limited curb and turning space, inadequate off‑street parking, loss of long‑standing neighborhood green space and a covenant the speakers said restricted density in the block. Several neighbors said the proposed three‑story building form and a large front driveway were out of character with the one‑story homes on the block.

Resident Karen Canfield, who said she represents roughly 60 neighbors opposing the change, said the proposal would place four rental units on nine lots, reduce greenspace and present parking and emergency‑vehicle access problems. Vicky Wilson, another adjacent neighbor, said she supported single‑dwelling homes rather than a rezoning to allow multifamily.

Commission discussion noted the applicants had met with neighbors and revised plans, but commissioners expressed concern that rezoning from R‑1 to R‑2 in the middle of a block predominantly zoned R‑1 would set a precedent and could not be made acceptable through redesign alone. Commissioner Pennington moved to recommend denial; the motion was seconded by Commissioner Noble and passed. The commission chair reminded the applicant that the item will go to City Council in six weeks and the process is not finished.

Why it matters: The decision signals the commission’s reluctance to approve mid‑block density increases that change a neighborhood’s character when adjacent properties remain single‑family. The commission’s recommendation will be considered by City Council, which makes final zoning decisions.

Next steps: The matter will be heard by City Council in approximately six weeks per the chair’s statement; applicants may meet with council members and pursue appeals or revised proposals at that hearing.","The commission voted to recommend denial of the SPUD 16‑87 rezoning (923 NE 607th Street) after neighbors cited parking, street width, height and loss of green space; the item will go to City Council in six weeks.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6324859,"Planning commission approves multiple plats, rezones and specific plans; several items continued or denied",181,181000,362000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2335495-f91c0523a1340e1e80d9f81ab46a4ed3&start=181&end=362","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2335495-f91c0523a1340e1e80d9f81ab46a4ed3/thumbnail_181000.jpg","/articles/6324859/Oklahoma/Planning-commission-approves-multiple-plats-rezones-and-specific-plans-several-items-continued-or-denied","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6324859-111518db2d21b26c1ed8b1d85c5691b1/orig.mp4?Expires=1771200395&Signature=TgBXIxAEmMlVB8FDAsO1xlualOAvJxdBrn4jhKiaSFWDfCRWyGBluHQ0yBAHWrq5ujVhQj-ceX1ECZyj33trd3aX2hQRrBxPqBdNbhnfK339xUYw47IkaAmL07eFeTnf6cKsIoOtAgC8K-p6bqyYrPYmDpA1cHW3kLCJKsH1XH~OEww15i27MX6avMGPI5ug6B6OyEVstWy956GSCA~9PD0ArT-eq0ym2zJ41j-gSLoBY5m0Q1-Jb3DA3SUofdIyxpwnk5z~t0vQWEockV8zCF7N0y3C2M1cFWasHX2Orr-mhrQxz33LmE7mGBUuXhuHKeRdVgfBbl7F1pXfcUKaIw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Oklahoma City Planning Commission on Feb. 13 approved a series of plats, specific plans and rezonings and recommended a new neighborhood park, while sending two commercial applications back for revisions and recommending denial of one mid‑block rezoning.

The commission approved receipt of the Jan. 23 meeting minutes and accepted routine continuances and withdrawals. On the consent docket the commission approved final plats including Frisco Park, The Preserve at Antler Creek, Redstone Ranch Phase 11 and Antler Creek Phase 2. Commissioners also approved a separate final plat for The Cottages (case KC‑77‑12).

Planning staff recommended, and the commission approved, multiple specific plan and PUD applications that staff found consistent with their respective development plans and master design statements. Approved items included PUD‑13‑82 (specific plan SP‑05), PUD‑19‑01 (SP‑01), PUD 19‑28 (SP‑01), and PUD 20‑52 (rezoning to PUD). The commission also recommended approval of rezoning requests PC‑10956 and PC‑10958 to city council.

The Parks and Recreation Department’s proposal to develop a neighborhood park at the former Dewey School site (case SP‑595) — an ARPA‑funded project that would add a playground, shelters, sport courts, open space and solar lighting — was recommended for approval unanimously.

The commission approved two variances and the related lot‑split application (case DA‑14‑PH) for property on Aussie Avenue after the applicant and staff addressed technical evaluations.

Votes on routine items were taken by roll call with motions made by commissioners on the dais; the meeting transcript records approvals but does not list numeric tallies for most votes.

Votes at a glance (motions and formal outcomes recorded in the meeting transcript):
- Receive Jan. 23 minutes — motion approved (vote tally not specified).
- Uncontested continuance requests (items 24–29) — approved (vote tally not specified).
- Consent docket (final plats listed above) — approved (vote tally not specified).
- KC‑77‑12 (final plat, The Cottages) — approved (vote tally not specified).
- DA‑14‑PH (lot split and two variances for 7001/7008 Aussie Ave.) — variances approved; item recommended for approval (vote tally not specified).
- PUD‑13‑82 SP‑05 — approved (vote tally not specified).
- PUD‑19‑01 SP‑01 — approved (vote tally not specified).
- PUD 19‑28 SP‑01 — approved (vote tally not specified).
- SP‑595 (Dewey school neighborhood park; ARPA‑funded) — recommended for approval, unanimous.
- PC‑10956 (rezone 718 Eckrode St. to I‑2/AE) — recommend approval to city council (vote tally not specified).
- PC‑10958 (rezone 17700 N. May Ave. to C‑3) — recommend approval to city council (vote tally not specified).
- PUD 20‑52 (rezoning 9140 NW Expressway) — recommend approval to city council (vote tally not specified).
- SPUD 17‑06, SPUD 17‑07, SPUD 17‑09, SPUD 17‑10, SPUD 17‑11 — recommended for approval to city council (see individual items for conditions and technical evaluations; vote tallies not specified).

Why it matters: The approvals consolidate several plats and development plans that move private subdivision, multifamily and commercial projects closer to permitting and construction. The park approval advances a city ARPA‑funded neighborhood recreation project. At the same time, the commission’s action to deny one rezoning and to continue two commercial proposals shows continued scrutiny of mid‑block density changes and site plans that affect parking, circulation and neighborhood character.

Less critical details and next steps: Most recommendations now proceed to either building permitting (for final plats/specific plans) or to city council (for rezonings and SPUD/PUD recommendations). Items continued by the commission were continued to specified future hearing dates and applicants were given deadlines for revised submissions.","At its Feb. 13 meeting the Oklahoma City Planning Commission approved a package of final plats, specific plans and rezonings, unanimously recommended a new neighborhood park, and voted to deny a mid‑block rezoning; two commercial proposals were continued for more information.","actionData","errors"]

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Commission continues PUD application for automotive tow/impound yard after neighborhood opposition and environmental concerns

Commission continues used‑car lot rezoning request, asks for revised site plan showing parking, circulation and landscaping

Planning commission recommends denial of mid‑block rezoning after neighborhood opposition

Planning commission approves multiple plats, rezones and specific plans; several items continued or denied