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Floyd County Board approves conditional use permits for two cabin/RV sites on Bjelica properties
Summary
The Floyd County Board of Adjustment on April 2 unanimously approved two Conditional Use applications from Thomas Bjelica to allow cabin and RV parking at two St. Charles Township parcels; the applicants said stays will be short-term, seasonal and without on-site water or sewer.
At its April 2 meeting, the Floyd County Board of Adjustment unanimously approved two Conditional Use applications submitted by Thomas Bjelica to allow cabin and recreational vehicle parking at two parcels in St. Charles Township.
Roxann Bjelica, speaking on behalf of Thomas Bjelica, told the board the family has owned the property for about 30 years and is seeking additional uses. She said they intend to participate in Harvest Hosts, offering largely contactless, short-term stays aimed at visitors who are interested in farm properties. "The property has been owned for approximately 30 years and we are seeking additional opportunities for its use," Roxann Bjelica said.
The applications cover two parcels described in the record as Parcel #11-32-200-005-00 (NE Quarter of the NE Quarter of Section 32) and Parcel #11-33-300-005-00 (South Half of the West Half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 33), both in Township 95 North, Range 16 West of the 5th P.M., St. Charles Township. The applicants said no water or sewer service will be provided at the sites; visitors will be directed to nearby facilities such as Love's for waste disposal. Stays are expected to be short-term (one to two nights) and seasonal, and the nearest neighbor is roughly 2,400 feet away.
Board members discussed similar Harvest Hosts locations, including wineries, breweries and golf courses, and noted such uses can draw visitors from a wide area. Zoning Administrator Jessy Willadsen said ag tourism had been discussed and that locating accommodations adjacent to the farmstead might make an ag tourism exemption applicable in the future, potentially eliminating the need for a hearing for that configuration.
Board members asked practical questions about site access and operations. One location has an existing driveway that would require improvements, while the other will need a new driveway. The board confirmed all zoning setbacks will be met and that no variances are required.
Chair Teresa Stevens-Marth called for a motion. Sean Pitkin moved to approve both applications, seconded by Scott Tjaden. A roll call vote recorded five ayes and zero nays; the motion carried.
