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Shawnee County planning panel recommends denial of Camp Hammond short‑term cabin permit after residents raise water, road and safety concerns
Summary
After hours of public comment, the Shawnee County Planning Commission voted to recommend denial of a conditional use permit for Hammond Partners LLC to operate up to 15 short‑term rental cabins on the former Camp Hammond; the matter goes to the Board of County Commissioners Dec. 8, 2025.
The Shawnee County Planning Commission on Nov. 12 recommended denial of a conditional use permit for Hammond Partners LLC to operate short‑term cabin rentals on about 119 acres in Monmouth Township, citing substantial public opposition over water service, road safety and neighborhood character.
Planning staff had recommended approval with conditions, including fire‑district review of driveway turnarounds, an on‑call manager within a 30‑minute drive, designation of a severe‑weather shelter, coordination with cellular providers, coordination with Douglas County Rural Water District No. 3 and environmental‑health review of wastewater if monthly water use exceeded 15,000 gallons. Fareen Perez, the planning and zoning administrator, presented the staff findings and the recommended conditions.
Lee Hendricks, counsel for Hammond Partners and…
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