Planning staff recommend conditions for Thompson Farm rezoning to R20; commission split 5–3

Planning staff briefed the Board on the Thompson Farm rezoning request: approximately 110 acres off Kellogg Creek Road and Thompson Farm Lane, proposed to change from AG to R20 to allow a conservation subdivision with age‑restricted single‑family homes (staff summarized the concept as roughly 149 age‑restricted units with a 1,500‑square‑foot minimum per home). The proposal includes a deceleration lane and a left‑turn lane at Kellogg Creek Road, a dam rehabilitation plan for several on‑site dams, and a trail connection aligned with the countywide trail plan.

Staff noted the Planning Commission voted 5–3 to recommend approval with a long list of conditions; the commission added more detailed requirements for the deceleration lane taper and placement of homes relative to sidewalks and driveways to avoid obstructing pedestrian access. During the work session commissioners and staff clarified that the applicant can accommodate a 40‑foot taper (not the 45‑foot taper initially drafted) and discussed public‑safety elements and traffic impacts on the Kellogg Creek corridor.

Planning staff asked the Board whether additional detail was desirable; commissioners asked staff to ensure the conditions capture intersection geometry and stated they will expect to see the detailed taper and deceleration design when the item comes back for final action.