Stillwater Planning Commission 09/15/2026

The Stillwater Planning Commission held a meeting on September 15, 2026, primarily to consider a proposed map amendment to rezone approximately 9.7 acres at 1202 East Virginia Avenue from small lot single family residential (RSS) to two family and multifamily residential (RTM). The applicant proposed a multifamily development consisting of 16 buildings with 12 units each, totaling 192 units, intended as a transition between commercial and single-family residential areas. The commission heard extensive public testimony, mostly opposing the rezoning due to concerns about increased traffic congestion, neighborhood character, environmental impacts, and infrastructure capacity. Staff clarified that a traffic impact study and stormwater analysis were underway and that the proposed density aligns with the comprehensive plan's missing middle housing category. After deliberation, the commission voted 5-0 to recommend denial of the rezoning request to the city council. The meeting also included approval of prior meeting minutes and scheduling of the next meeting.