Commission approves conditional use permit for small caretaker residence in Spring Creek

The Elko County Planning Commission voted to approve application CUP25-eleven, a request to allow a small secondary caretaker residence at 718 Bradley Avenue in Spring Creek.

Corey, a planner with the Elko County Division of Planning and Zoning, presented the application on behalf of the department and recommended approval with conditions including submission of a plot plan and building plans, compliance with Elko County development criteria and building codes, and verification with state health authorities that the existing septic system can accommodate the additional use. Corey told the commission the application was supported by a doctor’s letter indicating the occupant needs assistance with daily living and that the unit could not be used as a primary residence or as a rental.

The applicant spoke briefly on the record, identifying himself as Jason (the transcript records two name variants: staff read the applicant as “Jason Lodgden,” while the applicant self-identified as “Jason Logs”), and said the additional residence would be for his mother. A motion to approve CUP25-eleven with staff recommendations, findings and conditions was made and seconded; the chair called for the voice vote and the motion carried.

Under the conditions adopted, the applicant must obtain building permits and inspections from Elko County Building and Safety before construction begins and coordinate with the Nevada Division of Health regarding septic adequacy. The commission’s action was procedural approval of the conditional use permit; building permits and any required health approvals remain to be completed before construction and occupancy.