Commission tables decision on gravel‑parking variance, asks applicant for mitigation options
The planning commission tabled variance D, which would allow existing gravel parking to remain instead of requiring asphalt or concrete, after extended debate about precedent, dust, stormwater and cost; the applicant offered compromise options including porous pavement, paving only newly affected areas, or returning if nuisance complaints occur.
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Variance D asked the commission to allow existing gravel parking areas to remain rather than require paving to current asphalt/concrete standards. Staff recommended denial, citing precedent and the expectation that commercial expansions typically use hard surfaces; staff also cited concerns about dust, debris and potential future expansion that could increase traffic.
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