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Commission approves permanent special-use permit for duplex at 1721 South Joplin Avenue
Summary
The commission approved a permanent special-use permit allowing conversion of a vacant warehouse at 1721 South Joplin Avenue into a long-term two-family dwelling. Applicant Michael Fleshman said the units will be rented to long-term residents, not short-term rentals; commissioners questioned parking, easements and building-code/fire-safety compliance.
The Joplin Zoning and Planning Commission voted to approve a permanent special-use permit to convert a vacant warehouse at 1721 South Joplin Avenue into a duplex.
Applicant Michael Fleshman told the commission he intends to renovate the vacant warehouse into two long-term rental units and explicitly said the property will not be used for short-term rentals: "No Airbnb. This will be long term tenant." City staff explained that under the city's form-based code, the commission has used special-use permits to allow housing types that do not match the typical character of a C-2 central business district.
Commission members asked about parking arrangements and easements. Fleshman said a shared parking arrangement and a recorded easement exist; parking limits will be enforced through lease terms. Commissioners also asked about fire protection; staff said building permits and fire review will ensure compliance with adopted building and fire codes.
After discussion, the commission made a motion to approve the special-use permit; the motion was seconded and carried with one recorded opposition. The chair recorded for the record that the vote included one opposition; the transcript does not provide a precise roll-call tally by name for that opposition.
The commission's approval will be forwarded to the City Council on May 4, 2026 for final consideration as specified by staff procedures.
