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Local panel approves rezoning to allow an additional mobile home on Rueis Lane parcel
Summary
The Baker County Local Planning Agency approved two companion measures to reclassify a 1-acre parcel on Rueis Lane to allow placement of an additional mobile home and bring the lot into compliance with current land-use rules.
The Baker County Local Planning Agency approved two companion ordinances to change land use and zoning for a 1-acre parcel owned by Colleen Dixon on Rueis Lane in Glen Saint Mary, moving the parcel from agricultural designation to a residential classification that would allow an additional mobile home.
Staff presenter Gabe told the board the lot is legally nonconforming under current standards and that the companion requests — Ordinance 2025-26 (small-scale land-use amendment, AG B to medium-density residential) and Ordinance 2025-27 (rezoning AG 7.5 to RCMH 0.5) — would bring the parcel into compliance and permit placement of one or more mobile homes on the property. Gabe said staff recommended approval and that only two informational phone calls had been received after notices were posted; no public opposition spoke at the hearing.
Board members asked clarifying questions about surrounding densities, FEMA flood zones and notification; staff reiterated the parcel’s size and that any future subdivision would require additional review. After the presentation, a motion to approve each companion ordinance was moved and seconded and passed by voice vote.
The ordinances change the land-use and zoning classifications for the property; they do not authorize any subdivision or development beyond the code changes described. The owner may pursue any subsequent permits or platting steps required by Baker County if she seeks to subdivide or develop the property further.
The agency moved on to other items following the vote.
