# 9-17-26 Plan and Zoning Commission Meeting

The City of Des Moines Planning and Zoning Commission held a meeting on September 17, 2026, primarily to review and vote on several site plan requests and design alternatives. Key procurement-related discussions focused on a proposal by Collins Community Credit Union and Dutch Brothers for a new drive-thru coffee shop at 4019 Merlehay Road. The commission considered multiple waivers related to frontage coverage, setbacks, parking, and drive-thru placement. Staff recommended approval subject to administrative compliance, despite neighborhood concerns about traffic and lighting impacts. The developer addressed these concerns by explaining traffic management plans and landscaping buffers to mitigate light and noise. After public comments and discussion, the commission approved the site plan and design alternatives. Additionally, a rezoning request for 1850 Easton Boulevard was continued to a future meeting. No direct contract awards or budget allocations were discussed, but the approval of the site plan facilitates future construction and vendor engagement for the project.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 17, 2026

### Sources
- [9-17-26 Plan and Zoning Commission Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ycErLH4mPV8) - City of Des Moines – DMTV