Jackson County board tables special-exception request for a faith-based campground pending nonprofit formation and detailed site plans

The Jackson County Board of Adjustment on the record tabled Docket 25-11, a special-exception request from applicant Dennis Henkemeyer to establish a primitive, faith-based nonprofit campground and retreat center on approximately 73.08 acres in Perry Township. Planning staff told the board the request would allow tent camping, seven portable cabins in an early phase and use of an existing barn as a gathering space; staff also said proposed conditions and maps were included in the meeting packet.

Becca, planning staff, summarized the application and materials: “Tonight's case is 25 dash 11, a special exception request submitted by Dennis Hankenmeyer. The subject properties are located in Perry Township along 184th Street… The total combined area is approximately 73.08 acres consisting of 2 parcels under common ownership.” Staff said notices were mailed and published under…