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Lyon County approves rezoning to allow Dollar General store outside Larchwood
Summary
After public hearings and Planning & Zoning review, the board adopted Ordinance 2018‑03 rezoning a 2.18‑acre parcel in Section 32 from A‑2 Transitional Agriculture to C‑1 General Commercial to accommodate a Dollar General store; the decision followed public concern about traffic and local retail impacts.
The Lyon County Board of Supervisors approved Ordinance 2018‑03 on Dec. 10, 2018, rezoning Parcel D in the NW 1/4 of Section 32 (Larchwood Township) from A‑2 Transitional Agriculture to C‑1 General Commercial. The change clears the way for a Dollar General store proposed by the applicant.
Planning & Zoning and the board held public hearings before final action. Supporters said the retail investment would increase local services and tax base; the applicant said the city was not able to provide a suitable site inside Larchwood and that the company would be open to annexation in the future. Opponents — including nearby grocery owners and residents — expressed concern about increased traffic on Hwy 9/Chestnut Avenue, safety for pedestrians and bicyclists, potential negative impacts on locally owned retailers, and the adequacy of turning lanes.
Board action and ordinance adoption: after the second reading and a recorded roll‑call vote, supervisors adopted the zoning map change and waived a third reading at the December meeting. County Zoning Administrator Pam Tille handled the administrative process and public notices; maps and exhibits were included in the record.
What to expect: The applicant will still need to satisfy county zoning compliance (site plan, driveways, permitting) and coordinate with the Iowa DOT on highway access and any turning‑lane requirements. The board asked county staff to ensure appropriate driveway spacing and safety mitigations if DOT requires access across the highway shoulder.
