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Commission approves resubdivision for industrial storage and RV/boat parking on Highway 1
Summary
The planning commission approved a resubdivision and permit approach for parcels at 5771 Highway 1 bypass to allow industrial storage units and a temporary office, contingent on FAA approval, an engineer's drainage study, and a final survey plat.
The Natchitoches Planning & Zoning Commission approved a resubdivision application from applicant Daryl Collins to combine and redevelop parcels near Highway 3110 and the Highway 1 bypass (municipal address 5771 Highway 1 bypass) for industrial storage units and a temporary office.
Planning staff described the proposal as having several components: a temporary office building, a larger industrial storage building planned for roughly 12,000 square feet (the minimum noted was about 10,000 sq ft), and a series of bays intended to accommodate RVs, boats and large vehicles. The director told the commission that DOTD recommended an access point from Edwina (a city street) and that FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) clearance remains outstanding because the site is near airport operations; staff said FAA clearance is typically a mathematical determination rather than a discretionary denial.
Applicant Daryl Collins confirmed he understood the permitting steps and the need for FAA approval and for an engineer-provided drainage (stormwater runoff) study and a survey plat before final permits issue. The planning director recommended permitting the project as a single combined permit rather than splitting the permit into multiple filings to avoid double fees.
A brief informal exchange occurred during public input about a nearby graywater dump and alleged dumping of chicken feed; the exchange was conversational and not recorded as a formal protest in the 300-foot notification process. Commissioners noted DOTD and FAA comments had been considered and directed staff to move forward.
Commissioner Barbie Claybornne moved to approve the resubdivision; Commissioner Isaac Lewis seconded the motion. The commission approved the application. Staff instructed the applicant on administrative next steps, including providing a recorded plat, obtaining department head signatures, and submitting required documentation promptly so staff can collect signatures at the staff meeting.
The approval is contingent on receiving the necessary external approvals (FAA, survey, drainage engineering) and completing the recording steps required by city practice.
