Planning and Zoning Commission | March 4, 2026

The Ames Planning and Zoning Commission held a meeting on March 4, 2026, primarily to discuss a rezoning and master plan amendment for the Auburn Trail development at 4605 and 4510 Hyde Avenue and adjacent parcels. The proposal included annexing additional land strips into the city limits and adjusting the development plan to increase residential units from a previous maximum of 181 to a range of 155 to 190 units. The commission reviewed site layout changes, conservation design standards, and infrastructure considerations such as stormwater management and traffic impacts on Hyde Avenue. The commission recommended approval of the rezoning and master plan amendment to the city council. No direct contract awards or procurement actions were discussed, but the development plan and related infrastructure improvements could lead to future procurement activities. The meeting concluded with commission member comments and announcements about upcoming membership changes.