Summary
The planning commission granted a conditional use permit to Kayla Hannah and Michael Tinsley to operate a preschool/daycare in Spring Creek, approving hours and requiring state septic review; commissioners modified the staff condition to allow up to 12 students at one time.
The Elko County Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit allowing Kayla Hannah and Michael Tinsley to operate a preschool and daycare in Spring Creek, with hours set from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and by appointment on weekends. The commission modified staff's written condition to permit up to 12 children at a time, rather than the staff-recommended limit of 10.
Corey, planning staff, presented the application and recommended approval subject to conditions including compliance with Nevada Revised Statutes and Elko County code, a six-month reapplication requirement if the property is sold and the new owner wishes to continue the daycare, and confirmation from the Nevada Division of Health that the existing septic system can handle increased use. Staff also noted the Spring Creek Association had provided written approval of the operation.
Applicant Kayla Hannah told commissioners her previous preschool occupied about 700 square feet and that she expected state licensing to allow an increase to 12 children for an in-home preschool. "There is a possibility that it might go to 12. 12 is the maximum for in home preschool," Hannah said, and she asked the commission to modify the condition accordingly. Commissioner Naomi moved to approve the permit with the modification to allow up to 12 students at a time; Commissioner Scott seconded the motion. The commission approved the permit by voice vote.
No public complaints or objections were reported by staff regarding the applicant's existing operation. Commissioners asked about future road access patterns for nearby developments; staff said some access decisions (for example, potential access off Lamoille Highway) were still under negotiation and not yet resolved.
Conditions approved with the permit include adherence to applicable state statutes and county code, a maximum of 12 students at any one time, specified hours, and confirmation from the Nevada Division of Health regarding septic capacity before operation continues.
