Morrison County planning panel backs interim use permit for spray‑foam business

The Morrison County Planning Commission voted unanimously on April 14 to recommend that the County Board approve an interim use permit allowing an existing spray‑foam business to operate as a limited rural business following a change in ownership.

Darren, a Land Services staff member, told the commission the 10‑acre property in Section 20 of Buckman Township has housed a spray‑foam operation for six years and that no changes to day‑to‑day operations are proposed. The sale transfers the business to Rob Park, who does not plan to homestead the property and therefore needs a conditional interim use permit under the county code.

Applicant Adrian Claus confirmed the business has operated from the site for about six years and that the enterprise employs roughly six workers who meet at the property and then travel to job sites. Staff said supply deliveries occur about twice a month and that the business would remain a work‑offsite operation with no customer traffic expected at the property.

Commissioners asked about chemical storage and potential impacts to groundwater. Claus and Park said barrels are stored inside a heated shop, are not stored long‑term, and used containers are removed and recycled promptly. Commissioners noted this business type is allowed in the county’s agricultural zoning and that the operation, as described, is consistent with the zoning ordinance and county water plan.

After the commission answered the five interim‑use criteria in the affirmative — including that the use would not place an excessive burden on roads or utilities and would not be detrimental to neighboring properties — a motion to recommend approval to the Morrison County Board of Commissioners carried on a unanimous voice vote. The commission recorded that the item will be presented to the County Board at its April 21, 2026 meeting in the same room.

No public speakers addressed this application during the public comment period.