The Bettendorf Planning and Zoning Commission convened on September 17, 2025, to discuss a significant rezoning request that could reshape a local commercial area. The meeting began with a roll call, confirming the presence of all commission members, followed by the approval of minutes from the previous meeting.

The primary focus of the meeting was Case 2545, concerning a rezoning request for the property located at 2395 Spruce Hills Drive. The applicant, Kamal Hussain, seeks to change the zoning designation from C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) to C-2 (Community Commercial) for the site currently housing Teske's Pet and Garden Centre. The existing building is set to be demolished due to structural issues.

Hussain's proposal aims to explore mixed-use development options for the site, which would include commercial space on the first floor and residential units on the second and third floors. The concept plan presented indicates plans for 16 to 18 residential units, with sizes ranging from 600 square feet for one-bedroom apartments to 900 square feet for two-bedroom units. Parking for residents would be provided in a southern lot, while commercial parking would be designated on the eastern side of the building.

City staff reviewed the request and concluded that it aligns with the future land use map, which designates the area for community commercial use. They affirmed that the proposal meets city standards and code requirements, as well as the comprehensive plan.

The meeting allowed for public comments, inviting community input on the rezoning request. The commission's recommendation will be forwarded to the city council for further consideration, marking a potential shift in the area's commercial landscape.