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Neighbors press planning commission over proposed roofing showroom at 5300 South Salina; hearing continued for more outreach
Summary
A proposed roofing showroom at 5300–02 South Salina drew extended public comment — neighbors cited past illegal activity at the vacant property, concerns about trash, signage and traffic near schools. Commissioners opted to hold the application for further neighborhood outreach and to refine conditions addressing parking, signage and operations.
Owner-applicant (identified in the record as Ahmed) sought major site-plan approval for a commercial reuse of a long-vacant building at 5300–02 South Salina Street — proposed uses included a roofing showroom and office where salespersons would meet customers, with the applicant emphasizing no tobacco/liquor sales and no on-site contractor staging.
The hearing produced more than an hour of public testimony. Supporters said the owner has invested in cleaning and basic repairs and urged the commission to allow a legal, monitored business in a blighted building. “Give us a chance,” one supporter said, arguing a tenant who maintains the property would be…
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