Planning & Zoning Commission 9/3/2026

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting of Peoria on September 3, 2026, focused primarily on two key cases involving land use and development. The first case involved a request by Oasis Electric on behalf of Gilby Land Holding LLC to amend a special use ordinance to allow installation of a ground-mounted solar array with a waiver to reduce the front yard setback from 20 feet to 2 feet at a commercial property. Staff and the Development Review Board recommended denial due to safety concerns, potential detriment to public welfare, and conflicts with zoning intent. The commission voted to deny the request, which will proceed to the city council for final decision. The second case concerned a subdivision plat request by RBT of Illinois LLC to replat two lots in a residential subdivision with waivers for reduced lot width and area. The Development Review Board supported the waivers due to existing utility easements and the need for reasonable land use. The commission approved the subdivision plat with waivers, subject to city council approval. Additionally, the meeting included a presentation on the city’s updated Bicycle Master Plan, highlighting goals for connectivity and safety improvements. No direct contract awards or procurement actions were discussed, but the solar array case involved considerations of engineering and contractor costs related to utility relocations.