Planning Commission Regular Meeting 9/8/2026 6PM

The City of Eureka Springs Planning Commission held a regular meeting on September 8, 2026. The meeting included approval of tree removal requests at multiple residential properties, with motions passed to approve removal of one to two living trees at 17 Berryville Street, 7 Marts, and 3010 East Van Buren. The commission also discussed postponing new commercial construction projects at 3010 and 116 East Van Buren due to absence of representatives. A significant portion of the meeting focused on zoning discussions, including reviewing and potentially updating permitted uses and permit categories within the city’s zoning code. Commissioners considered a model Unified Development Ordinance for Arkansas small cities as a resource for potential zoning code amendments. Additionally, the commission reviewed the status of a sidewalk ordinance revision, which is expected to be presented for approval at a future meeting. No contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this session, but the zoning discussions and ordinance updates could influence future development and permitting processes in Eureka Springs.