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County rezones former Meridian Fleet repair site to A-1 allowing residential conversion
Summary
The Board adopted Resolution 2025-10 to rezone 3530 N. Meridian Road from IDS-Industrial to A-1 Agricultural, with conditions requiring well and septic inspections, water testing, and compliance with setbacks or rural water hookup prior to a residence being authorized.
Harvey County commissioners on March 25 adopted Resolution 2025-10 to rezone 3530 N. Meridian Road (the former Meridian Fleet auto-repair facility) from IDS Industrial to A-1 Agricultural, allowing the property owner to convert the building to a residence.
Planning and Zoning Director Karen Rothe summarized the application from owner Steve Roberson: the structure, located at the intersection of Hesston Road (Old Hwy 81) and Meridian, had been used historically for commercial vehicle repair and related uses. Roberson told the board he intends to use the building as a residence and to reuse the former office/upper floor as living space while keeping the shop area for personal vehicle storage and maintenance.
Staff recommended rezoning conditioned on environmental and utility checks: a pumper inspection of the septic tank with staff onsite (or a third-party report), a certified lab water analysis and well inspection, and a rural-water hookup if setback or state-distance standards are not met. Commissioners voted to adopt Resolution 2025-10 with the four conditions recommended by planning staff. The conversion cannot proceed to a residential certificate of occupancy until the water and sewer conditions are satisfied.
Why it matters: The rezoning permits a change from industrial to residential use, reflecting a reuse of a long-standing commercial building and prompting inspections to protect groundwater and ensure safe drinking water.
What’s next: Owner must schedule septic pumping and permit inspections and supply a certified water test. If setbacks or sanitary rules are not met, rural water will be required prior to occupancy.
