5-11-2026 Pennington County Planning Commission Meeting

The Pennington County Planning Commission held a meeting on May 11, 2026, addressing several land use and zoning matters. Key procurement-related discussions included the review and approval of conditional use permits for home-based businesses and accessory dwelling units, as well as a lot line adjustment plat and a comprehensive plan amendment involving rezoning from agricultural to commercial use. The commission also reviewed and approved a telecommunications facility permit for a new self-supporting tower proposed by Vertical Bridge the Towers LLC and Verizon Wireless, with 11 conditions attached. The meeting included motions to approve or continue various agenda items, with votes taken to approve conditional use permits, lot line adjustments, and the telecommunications permit. Staff recommendations and interdepartmental reviews were noted, and concerns about precedent-setting for RV use in residential districts were discussed. Additionally, a personnel update was shared regarding the promotion of a building inspector to planner to enhance consistency in building inspection and planning functions.