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Planning Commission denies rezoning request for four properties on Campbell, Davidson and Musgrove
Summary
After a public hearing in Clinton, the Planning Commission voted unanimously to deny a request to rezone four parcels totaling about 3.14 acres from R-1 (single-family) to C-3 (general commercial); residents and staff weighed concerns about neighborhood character and allowable commercial uses.
The Planning Commission of Clinton voted unanimously Tuesday to deny a rezoning request for four parcels on Campbell Street, Davidson Street and Musgrove Street that a property agent sought to change from R-1 (low-density residential) to C-3 (general commercial).
Planning staff Phil explained that the four parcels total about 3.14 acres and that the C-3 district would allow duplexes — the developer’s stated intent — but also would permit multifamily, commercial retail, offices and other uses. "If the property were zoned C-3, the property could be developed for duplexes as well as single family residential, multifamily apartments, and commercial uses," Phil said during the staff presentation.
Darlene King Summer, identified in the record as the agent and personal representative for the King estate, spoke in favor of rezoning and described existing and planned rental properties her family owns. "We need houses here to prosper the town," she said, adding her apartments attract long-term, higher‑quality tenants and that the family intends to retain some houses while redeveloping others.
Several nearby residents opposed the rezoning at the public hearing. Stewart Owens, who lives directly across one of the parcels, said the area has "always been a residential single house neighborhood" and warned that commercial zoning could lead to uses that alter traffic, noise and property values. Jeff DeWitt cited the city’s current comprehensive plan language saying residential corridors should be insulated from incompatible commercial uses and urged the commission to preserve R‑1 along Musgrove Street.
Commission discussion noted that an R‑2 district exists that would permit duplexes while restricting multifamily and commercial uses; planning staff recommended R‑2 if the commission’s intent was to allow duplexes without introducing broader commercial allowances. A committee member moved to deny the rezoning request; the motion was seconded and passed by unanimous vote.
The Planning Commission issues recommendations; final zoning decisions are made by the Clinton City Council. The commission’s denial is the body’s recommendation on this application.
