Springfield planning panel denies rezoning request at 2209 Ruth Street after neighbor opposition
Dec 12, 2025
Dec 12, 2025
The Springfield Regional Planning Commission voted 5-2 to deny a request to rezone two parcels at 2209 Ruth Street from R-10 to R-7 after neighbors raised concerns about a narrow 30-foot lot and staff highlighted potential infeasibility of subdividing with the existing house in place.
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The Springfield Regional Planning Commission on Dec. 4 voted 5-2 to deny a request to rezone two parcels at 2209 Ruth Street from R-10 to R-7, following public opposition and debate among commissioners.
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