Commission approves two-year permit for indoor inflatable playroom at 1615 4th Ave after debate over noise, parking

The Canyon City Commission approved a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow an indoor commercial amusement business — an inflatable playroom — at 1615 4th Ave after a divided vote on April 21, 2026.

Planning and Development Director Dustin Meyer told commissioners the RC‑3 Central Area District permits indoor commercial amusement only by SUP. Meyer said staff mailed 17 notices to property owners within 200 feet and that initial responses included two opposed; subsequent responses brought the total to five in support and four opposed. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval for two years, contingent on the applicant addressing nearby businesses' concerns about noise and parking.

Applicant Kayla Vaught provided an operational and building plan to limit impacts, listing noise reduction wall panels and ceiling tiles, spray‑foam insulation (1" closed cell with 6" open cell), security system signage, roll‑up flooring, a no‑drop‑off policy requiring adult supervision, and permission to use spillover parking at the First Baptist Church lot. Opponents at the public hearing — including Russell Kershen of Kershen Chiropractic, attorney Mark Wilson of Smith Wilson Law Firm, and others — cited ongoing concerns about noise and parking near the site. Supporters urged approval based on the mitigation commitments.

Mayor Pro‑Tem Cody Jones moved to approve the SUP as recommended by Planning and Zoning; Commissioner Robyn Cranmer seconded. The motion passed 3‑1, with Commissioner Paul Lyons voting no. The SUP approval is for a two‑year term and the business owner is responsible for maintaining the operational plan presented to the commission.