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Plan Commission recommends conditional use permit for first phase of outdoor storage at 465 Investment Court
Summary
The commission recommended the Common Council approve a conditional use permit allowing a first phase of permanent outdoor storage and workshop use at 465 Investment Court, subject to requirements and with staff noting floodplain proximity and site constraints.
The Verona Planning Commission recommended the Common Council approve a conditional use permit that would allow a contracting business to use part of the property at 465 Investment Court for workshop activities and permanent outdoor storage in a first phase of work.
City staff described the site as located at the west terminus of Investment Court in the Urban Industrial zoning district and said the applicant seeks approval only for the first phase, which would place storage at the rear of the building and permit vehicle and trailer storage in the front parking lot. "The first phase proposes using the rear of the building for outdoor storage of construction materials. It also includes storing construction vehicles and trailers in the front parking lot," Mister Severson said during the hearing.
Staff noted the proposal would leave eight parking spaces in the front while only three are required by code. Staff also raised site constraints: the property sits close to a floodplain, creating caution about adding impervious surface, and there are open questions about the exact property line in relation to the existing building. Despite those concerns, staff recommended approval for the first phase and the Planning Commission voted to recommend council approval after a motion by Commissioner Hankard and a second by Commissioner Harrison.
Why it matters: The approval would allow the applicant to occupy the building and begin limited outdoor storage and workshop operations; broader expansion of the site would require further approvals and resolution of the floodplain and property line issues.
Supporting details: Staff said the proposed storage will be screened by the building and existing on‑site screening; no additional screening was required for the first phase. If the applicant proceeds with later phases, additional plans and civil engineering will be needed to address impervious surfaces and floodplain proximity.
What’s next: The commission’s recommendation will be forwarded to the Common Council. If council approves, the applicant may take possession and pursue the engineering and permits necessary for future phases.
