9-5-24 Plan & Zoning Commission

Des Moines Plan and Zoning Commission · September 5, 2024

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Meeting opening and rules

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Chair welcomes attendees, explains hearing procedures: 10-minute applicant presentations, 5-minute public speaking order (proponents then opponents), 5-minute applicant rebuttal, and that the commission is generally advisory to city council; consent items are read aloud and may be moved to public hearing if requested.

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The Des Moines Plan and Zoning Commission on Sept. 5 approved a city-initiated rezoning of about 220 acres along East Army Post Road to an I‑1 industrial district, following staff recommendation. Public comment raised environmental and infrastructure concerns about warehouses, data centers and concentrated animal operations; commissioners discussed limits of zoning, incentives and return on investment before voting to approve.

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