Planning & Zoning Commission, Regular Meeting - September 10, 2026

The Doña Ana County Planning & Zoning Commission held a regular meeting on September 10, 2026, primarily to consider a variance request related to the Plusa Village at Picacho Hills subdivision. The variance sought approval to reduce the minimum lot width from 60 feet to as narrow as 43 feet for 10 of the proposed 18 residential lots, to accommodate a patio home development. Staff and the applicant presented justifications including consistency with zoning allowances for higher density residential units and precedent from nearby subdivisions. Public comments raised concerns about traffic, parking, emergency access, and potential impacts on the adjacent golf course. The commission clarified that the subdivision had been recommended for approval but final approval by the county commissioners was pending. After discussion, the commission voted unanimously to approve the variance request (case V26-00008), allowing the subdivision to proceed with the reduced lot widths.