The Crown Point City Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of petition 25-19, a request to rezone lots along Delaware Parkway between 109th Place and 110th Avenue from I-1 (industrial) to B-3 (business).

Applicant Connor Rizzi, speaking for property owners RTS Development and KB Solutions, said the owners believe industrial zoning no longer reflects the corridor’s development and that B-3 would make the sites more marketable to medical, retail and restaurant users. Rizzi said, "the owners of the 2 lots believe that the current zoning is not reflective of the development that has taken place on a hundred ninth."

Planning staff (Josh) said the parcels are surrounded by B-3 to the north and I-1 elsewhere and that the planning department recommends approval. The staff report noted certified notices were sent and no letters of remonstration or support were received.

Commissioners commented that the requested change would create a better buffer between 109th Avenue and nearby industrial uses and would match adjacent commercial development. The commission voted to recommend approval by roll call, 7-0. Commissioners were advised the item will proceed to City Council; staff noted the council hearing date and encouraged petitioner attendance.