Planning Commission Meeting 03.11.2026

The City of Middletown, Ohio Planning Commission held a meeting on March 11, 2026, primarily to review a conditional use application submitted by Soul Haven Baptist Church. The church sought approval to use a 16,000 square foot commercial property zoned B2 community business district for religious services and charitable events. Staff presented an analysis noting some zoning and setback non-compliance issues, but also highlighted that the proposed use could support the surrounding residential neighborhood despite not fully aligning with the comprehensive plan's future land use designation. After public testimony and discussion, the commission voted unanimously to approve the conditional use application subject to staff recommendations, including compliance with fire and building codes and submission of architectural plans. The meeting also briefly covered upcoming attendance at the American Planning Association conference.