The Warrenton Planning and Zoning Meeting on December 5, 2024, spotlighted a significant proposal from Dobbs Tire and Auto Center, seeking to rezone a 3.02-acre tract of land at 601 North State Highway 47 from its current mixed zoning to C3 Highway Commercial. This change aims to align the property with the adjacent C3 zoning to the north, facilitating the establishment of a new auto service center.

Brandon Harp, representing Dobbs Tire, presented the request, emphasizing the company’s expansion plans in the Warrenton area. The proposed site, currently vacant, previously housed a residence and is strategically located near other commercial establishments, including a Dollar General and First Community Bank. Harp noted that the rezoning would allow for a more cohesive commercial development along Highway 47.

The proposed Dobbs facility will feature a 9,000 square foot building with ten service bays and 79 parking spaces, designed to meet all city zoning requirements. The project also includes plans for necessary infrastructure improvements, such as extending water lines and installing a fire hydrant, which have already received approval from the Missouri Department of Transportation.

In addition to the rezoning, the meeting addressed a boundary adjustment to combine the 3.02-acre site with an adjacent 4.5-acre parcel, creating a unified 7.52-acre property for development. This adjustment is intended to streamline the construction process and enhance the overall layout of the site.

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review the proposal further, with expectations that the development will contribute positively to the local economy and provide much-needed services to the community. The next steps will involve additional discussions and approvals as the project moves forward.