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Developer cleared to rezone 9104 Laird Street for 10 townhomes, Bay County panel finds change compatible
Summary
Bay County Planning Commission approved a small-scale plan amendment and zoning change to re-designate about 1 acre at 9104 Laird Street from residential to neighborhood commercial (C1), enabling a proposed 10-unit townhome development. Staff found the change consistent with surrounding uses; one written concern about possible commercial uses was noted.
The Bay County Planning Commission on Nov. 18, 2025, approved a small-scale comprehensive-plan amendment (PLDPA20250235) and a zoning change (PLZCA20250234) to reclassify roughly 1 acre at 9104 Laird Street from residential (R2) to neighborhood commercial (C1), allowing the applicant to build a 10-unit townhome-style development.
Hope Stewart of Bay County Planning and Zoning described the site as "in an area with a mix of residential and commercial uses," noting adjacent properties to the north and west already carry neighborhood commercial (C1) zoning. Stewart said the parcel "meets minimum bulk regulation standards" and recommended the commission find the amendment and zoning change consistent with the comprehensive plan.
Applicant Brian Lake of Stars Properties and Construction Service Group told the commission the project would "complete that pink square" on the map and deliver 10 townhomes marketed as "affordable luxury." Lake said the units are being priced in the "low fours". Staff noted one principal concern in written opposition was that the property could allow traditional commercial retail; commissioners discussed that concern but found the requested change compatible with existing C1 zoning nearby.
After brief exchange and no public speakers at the hearing, the commission moved and seconded approval and passed the motions by roll call with all members voting yes. The commission recorded the approval as consistent with staff recommendations; the action advances the rezoning and small-scale amendment through the county review process.
