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Commission approves residential use on commercially zoned Doney Park parcel under CUP conditions
Summary
The commission approved CUP 25-24, allowing residential use on a commercially zoned parcel in Doney Park while preserving the commercial zoning for possible future use. The applicant will renovate an existing building to an ADU and build a single-family residence subject to conditions.
The Planning and Zoning Commission on Aug. 27 approved CUP 25-24, permitting residential use on a 1.59-acre commercially zoned parcel at 10775 Townsend/Winona Road in Doney Park while the property retains its Commercial General (CG) zoning.
Case details: Staff said the owner, John Bifano, originally pursued commercial proposals and neighborhood input showed preference for residential use. The request allows a single-family home plus renovation of an existing western building into an accessory dwelling unit (ADU). Staff recommended approval with conditions, including compliance with ADU size rules and final landscaping and permit requirements.
Rationale and discussion: Commissioner Wilson said rezoning the site to residential would be a longer, more difficult process and that retaining commercial zoning preserves future commercial opportunities. Commissioners noted the applicant had previously discussed an RV-park concept and neighborhood preference had shifted toward residential use.
Vote: Vice Chair Wilson moved approval with staff conditions; Commissioner Williams seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Follow-up: The ADU must meet size limits tied to the primary dwelling and the applicant must obtain any construction permits prior to occupancy.
