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Mitchell planning board approves variance and multiple site plans, schedules items for City Council
Summary
The Mitchell Planning and Zoning Commission approved a 30‑foot accessory‑building variance for Kyle Zacker, and granted plan approvals for Hackberry Holdings, Milky Way, Mitchell Telecom and a plat for Ethan Co‑op Lumber; most items passed by unanimous voice vote and will advance to City Council where required.
The Mitchell Planning and Zoning Commission approved several routine land‑use items, including a zoning variance, four site plans and a plat during its meeting.
Variance: The commission approved a variance permit for applicant Kyle Zacker to allow a 30‑foot accessory building at 1420 East Hanson Avenue, up from the 22‑foot maximum, to accommodate a mezzanine and garage doors. Kyle told the board the structure would store items that had previously been kept in his basement, which "we've been flooded out twice," and that the extra height was necessary to avoid losing personal property. Neighbors were notified and staff reported two responses in favor.
Site plans and plat: The board approved a plan for Hackberry Holdings to develop storage buildings at 1005 South Waller Street after staff said existing hard surfacing means runoff will not increase. The commission also approved a plan to convert the former Zesto's/Humphrey Dog at 422 South Sanborn for Milky Way; applicant Alan Lepke said the interior will be gutted, new picnic tables installed and the parking lot resurfaced. The Ethan Co‑op Lumber plat in the Heights met PUD and master‑plan standards and was approved. A plan for a 12×28‑foot storage building for Mitchell Telecom at the 1500 block of Commerce Street was approved with no questions from the board.
Votes at a glance: • Variance Permit — Kyle Zacker (1420 East Hanson Ave.): motion approved by voice vote; applicant to present at City Council next week. • Plan Approval — Hackberry Holdings (1005 South Waller St.): approved by voice vote. • Plan Approval — Milky Way (422 South Sanborn): approved by voice vote; applicant Alan Lepke present. • Plat Approval — Ethan Co‑op Lumber (Heights): approved by voice vote. • Plan Approval — Mitchell Telecom (1500 block Commerce St.): approved by voice vote.
No public commenters took the podium on non‑agendized items; the commission adjourned after completing the agenda.
