Commission recommends zoning text amendments to remove some permitted uses, curb drive‑thru‑only developments and align notifications with state rules

Apr 20, 2026

Following a public hearing, the Kettering Planning Commission voted April 20 to recommend several zoning code text amendments to City Council: remove certain permitted uses (vehicle storage, kiosks, tobacco/vape shops), add separation and definitions for small‑box discount stores, require dining/restroom amenities for drive‑thru restaurants, and align notification thresholds with Ohio standards.

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KETTERING, Ohio — After a public hearing and staff presentation, the Kettering Planning Commission on April 20 voted to recommend zoning code text amendments to City Council that would remove some permitted uses, tighten rules on small‑box discount stores and drive‑thru developments, and bring the city’s notification practices in line with state standards.

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