Portage, MI

Planning Commission

Park Board

Human Services Board

The Portage Human Services Board is holding a special meeting to receive public comments on the CAPER report and discuss it. The board will also discuss a Red Ribbon Week proclamation and a Community Resource Expo at Crossroads Mall, including funding timelines.

• CAPER Public Hearing to receive comments
• CAPER Report discussion
• Red Ribbon Week – 10/20/2026 City Council Proclamation
• Community Resource Expo @ Crossroads Mall November 7, 2026
• General fund & opioid prevention application timelines

Park Board

Park Board

Park Board

Planning Commission

The Portage Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a Special Land Use Permit and Site Plan to expand the Little Explorers Learning Center day care at 9416 Shaver Road, and a request for alternative landscaping screening for a proposed self storage facility at 1002 and 1006 Schuring Road. The commission will also review its FY25-26 work program summary and FY26-27 proposal. The agenda includes approval of the August 6, 2026 minutes.

• Special Land Use Permit and Site Plan to expand child day care center at 9416 Shaver Road (Little Explorers Learning Center)
• Alternative landscaping screening request for proposed self storage facility at 1002 and 1006 Schuring Road
• Planning Commission Work Program: FY25-26 Summary and FY26-27 Proposal
• Approval of August 6, 2026 meeting minutes

Environmental Board

The Portage Environmental Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive reports from subcommittees. A storm water management presentation by Michael Smoter is scheduled, and the board will discuss a water management tour and set year goals for 2026.

• Welcome new board member Elizabeth Healy
• Storm Water Management presentation by Michael Smoter
• Discussion of water management tour
• Setting Year Goals for 2026
• Subcommittee reports: Events & Activities, Survey, Website, Dark Sky

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for three land use requests. The most detailed proposal is a Special Land Use Permit for a pet crematory business to operate in a 2,638 square foot suite.

• Special Land Use Permit and Site Plan for a pet crematory at 9340 Shaver Road, Suite B
• Accessory pole barn expansion request at 586 E. Osterhout Avenue
• Detached garage accessory space request at 4430 Vanderbilt Avenue

Historic District Commission

The commission will discuss changing its meeting time and review progress on the Certified Local Government (CLG) application. The session includes a review of past survey efforts and the establishment of main goals for the program.

• Discussion on HDC meeting time change
• Review of CLG application progress, including required resumes and survey efforts
• Discussion of CLG program goals and objectives

Park Board

The Portage Park Board meeting on August 5, 2026, was largely procedural, approving the agenda and the July minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the financial report showed a $0 balance. Updates were given on park projects and upcoming events, but no votes were taken on these items.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Gomes, second by Palmer)
• Approved July Park Board meeting minutes (motion by Gomes, second by McGuire)

EDC, TIFA & Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (BRA)

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is meeting to approve the fiscal year 2026-27 budgets and a plan amendment for a residential property. The board will discuss the reconstruction of a home destroyed by a 2024 tornado.

• Approval of FY 2026-27 BRA and Local Brownfield Revolving Fund budgets with total budgeted revenue of $830,076
• Brownfield Plan Amendment #19 for 1706 W. Centre Ave. to reconstruct a home with total eligible costs of approximately $172,500
• Proposed capture of $12,943 in school tax increment revenues and $110,930 in local capture for 1706 W. Centre Ave.
• Budgeted $10,000 for attorney fees to be reimbursed to the City of Portage

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal for a city-wide zoning map amendment to implement the Residential Unified Development Ordinance. This includes consolidating residential districts and rezoning 1706 W. Centre Avenue to allow for a single-unit detached home.

• City-wide rezoning via Ordinance O-4-2026
• Rezoning of 1706 W. Centre Avenue from OS-1 to RN
• Public hearing regarding Firestone Site Condominiums at 4221 Zylman Avenue

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend City Council approval of a city-wide rezoning (Ordinance O-4-2026) that consolidates zoning districts and rezoned one parcel from Office to Residential to allow rebuilding a storm-damaged home. No public comments were received. The Commission also approved minutes and elected officers for the 26/27 fiscal year.

• Recommended approval of city-wide rezoning O-4-2026 (6-0)
• Approved July 2, 2026 minutes (6-0)
• Elected officers: Chair Corradini, Vice Chair Baldwin, Secretary Kusisto

Historic District Commission

The Commission is reviewing a revised roofing color proposal for 6235 Oakland Dr. Members are also discussing potential community events to support local cemetery restoration.

• Roof shingle color change at 6235 Oakland Dr (Espresso color)
• Potential cemetery event and Sweetland Monument restoration

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Portage Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and decide on a variance request to build a second-story addition over the existing footprint of a nonconforming dwelling at 3629 East Shore Drive. The board will also hear a new variance request for property at 9914 East Shore Drive. Additionally, the board will elect officers for the upcoming term.

• Old Business: Variance ZBA #25-05 for 3629 East Shore Drive — second-story addition over existing footprint on a nonconforming lakefront lot; staff recommends approval.
• New Business: Variance ZBA #26-01 for 9914 East Shore Drive — details not provided in agenda packet.
• Other Business: Election of officers (postponed from June meeting).
• Approval of draft minutes from June 8, 2026 meeting.

Park Board

The Portage Park Board will receive financial reports, department updates, and subcommittee event planning updates. No major decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda is largely informational and procedural.

• Financial report for June
• Summer Concert Series planning update
• Oktoberfest and Monster Mash event updates
• Lending Book Library and Park Passport initiatives report
• Individual park reports and assignments

The Portage Park Board meeting on July 8, 2026, was largely procedural. The board approved the agenda and the June meeting minutes. No substantive decisions were made; reports were given on park activities, and several items were noted for follow-up, such as confirming the installation of a book box for the lending library and clarifying rules on drones and photography in parks.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June Park Board meeting minutes (unanimous)

Environmental Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will receive a presentation on storm water management from Michael Smoter. The board will also discuss 2026 yearly goals and a water management tour.

• Storm Water Management presentation by Michael Smoter
• Discussion of 2026 year goals
• Planning for water management tour
• Welcome of new board member Elizabeth Healy

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Preliminary Condo Plan for Firestone Site Condominiums, proposing 49 single-family detached homes on 21.64 acres at 4221 Zylman Avenue. Staff recommends approval of the plan, which would connect to the existing Hearthside Estates neighborhood via Fireside Avenue.

• Public hearing for Preliminary Condo Plan – Firestone Site Condominiums, 49 lots on 21.64 acres at 4221 Zylman Avenue
• Proposal includes new public streets, sidewalks, stormwater basin, and extension of city water and sewer utilities
• Staff recommends Planning Commission recommend City Council approval

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that City Council approve the Preliminary Condo Plan for a residential development at 4221 Zylman Avenue. The decision followed a public hearing where residents raised concerns regarding traffic, drainage, and site access.

• Recommended City Council approval of Preliminary Condo Plan for Firestone Site Condominiums at 4221 Zylman Avenue (6-0)
• Approved June 4, 2026, meeting minutes as amended (6-0)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will vote on the Certificate of Appropriateness application for CertainTeed Landmark PRO Moire Black shingles on the roof of 6235 Oakland Dr and has already denied the motion 5-1. The commission will also discuss the Stuart Manor project, barn awareness efforts, and review the FY 2025‑2026 Goals and Objectives working document. Additional agenda items include announcements such as a car show at the former Beacon Club on June 13.

• Denial of Certificate of Appropriateness for CertainTeed Landmark PRO Moire Black shingles at 6235 Oakland Dr (motion denied 5‑1)
• Discussion of the Stuart Manor project and its historic interpretation
• Update on barn awareness and preservation efforts
• Review of FY 2025‑2026 Goals and Objectives working document with multiple task assignments
• Announcement of a car show at the former Beacon Club on June 13

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 3, 2026, meeting. No action was taken on a proposed roof shingle color for 6235 Oakland Dr., and the board discussed potential future cemetery preservation events.

• Approved June 3, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled decision on Espresso shingle color for 6235 Oakland Dr. until next meeting

Environmental Board

The Portage Environmental Advisory Board will review several reports, including a recycling trip schedule and updates on Dark Sky and Green-a-thon projects. A City Water System presentation will be given, followed by discussion of a water management tour. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda.

• WM Recycling Trip scheduled for Tuesday, June 16
• City Water System presentation by Michael Smoter
• Update on Dark Sky initiative
• Update on Green-a-thon event
• New business: discussion of a water management tour

The Portage Environmental Advisory Board approved the June agenda and May minutes, and formed a new subcommittee on light pollution/dark sky education. The board also discussed a water system presentation and set plans for a water treatment facility tour and future stormwater presentation.

• Approved June agenda and May 2026 minutes
• Formed light pollution/dark sky subcommittee (Chase & Kevin)
• Scheduled water treatment facility tour (date TBA)
• Set July agenda: stormwater/wastewater presentation by Michael

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Portage Zoning Board of Appeals will hear a variance request to build a third garage stall five feet from the side property line (10 ft required) at 2339 Woody Noll Drive. The board will also consider a requested postponement for the appeal at 3629 East Shore Drive to July 13, after the new Unified Development Ordinance takes effect. Additionally, the board will elect officers and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Variance request ZBA #25-06 for 2339 Woody Noll Drive: third garage stall with 5-foot side yard setback (10 ft minimum required)
• Postponement request for ZBA #25-05 at 3629 East Shore Drive to July 13, 2026 pending new UDO
• Election of Zoning Board of Appeals officers
• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2026 meeting
• Public comment period (Statement of Citizens)

The Board approved a variance for a third garage stall with a five-foot side setback at 2339 Woody Noll Drive. A request to postpone the hearing for 3629 East Shore Drive until July was also granted. The election of officers was postponed until July due to absent members.

• Approved May 8, 2026 minutes (6-0)
• Postponed 3629 East Shore Drive to July 13, 2026 meeting
• Granted variance for third garage stall at 2339 Woody Noll Drive (6-0)
• Postponed election of officers until July

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Special Land Use Permit for a self-defense school proposed at 8135 Cox's Drive suite 207. The applicant, Levi Stace, plans to offer life-saving and self-defense classes, along with limited retail of firearms and ammunition. Staff recommends approval with conditions limiting retail to class enrollees and requiring ATF approval for firearms sales. The Commission will also approve minutes from the May 7, 2026 meeting.

• Special Land Use Permit public hearing for Guardian Training Academy at 8135 Cox's Drive Suite 207
• Approval of minutes from the May 7, 2026 Planning Commission meeting

The Planning Commission approved a Special Land Use Permit for a self-defense school business at 8135 Cox’s Drive suite 207. The approval includes specific conditions regarding retail sales, firearm security, and the prohibition of discharging firearms on site.

• Approved May 7, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Approved Special Land Use Permit for self-defense school at 8135 Cox’s Drive STE 207 (7-0)

Historic District Commission

The Portage Historic District Commission will consider unfinished business including a Certificate of Appropriateness for roof replacement at 6235 Oakland Dr, following last meeting's conditional approval. They will also review and potentially adopt the FY25-26 Goals and Objectives working document.

• 6235 Oakland Dr; Roof Application – continued discussion of shingle color for sunroom roof after conditional approval in May
• FY25-26 Goals and Objectives HDC – Working Document review
• Approval of May 6, 2026 meeting minutes

The Commission denied an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install Moire Black shingles on a portion of a house. The board also approved the minutes from the May 6, 2026, meeting.

• Approved May 6, 2026, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Denied application for CertainTeed Landmark PRO Moire Black shingles at 6235 Oakland Dr (5-1)

Park Board

The Park Board will consider approval of the FY 26-27 Board Goals and receive updates from various committees including Bicycle, Youth Advisory, Cultural Arts, and the Portage Parks Foundation. Initiative reports on Lending Book Library, Park Passports, and Mr. Crispy Giveaway are also scheduled. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and financial reports.

• Approval of Board Goals for FY 26-27
• Financial Reports for May
• Bicycle Committee Update
• Portage Parks Foundation Report
• Mr. Crispy Giveaway initiative report

The Portage Park Board approved transferring the board's remaining balance to the Parks Department to close out FY2026. They also approved spending up to $400 for a Mr. Crispy Giveaway vendor and modified the Bike Committee line item to include the September 13 poker event as part of the FY 26-27 Board Goals. A motion to elect Louann Palmer as Treasurer was made but no vote outcome is recorded.

• Approved transfer of remaining board balance to Parks Department
• Approved spending up to $400 for Mr. Crispy Giveaway vendor
• Approved modification of Bike Committee line item to include September 13 poker event as part of FY 26-27 Board Goals
• Approved FY 26-27 Board Goals with the modification
• Approved agenda (procedural)
• Approved May meeting minutes (procedural)

Environmental Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will meet to approve February meeting minutes, hear public comments, and receive subcommittee reports on the Green-a-thon, survey, and website. New business includes discussions on a waste management recycling tour and a water management tour. The agenda is largely procedural with no binding decisions or dollar amounts.

• Recognition of guests and former board members
• Report on My Green Michigan Food Compost trip
• Green-a-thon update from Events & Activities subcommittee
• Discussion of waste management recycling tour
• Discussion of water management tour

The Environmental Advisory Board approved its 2026 goals, which include reviewing Dark Sky International lighting policies and planning tours of the Waste Management Recycling Facility and Water Treatment Plant. The board also discussed the Green A Thon mosquito bucket challenge and website updates.

• Approved 2026 goals including Dark Sky lighting review
• Set agenda for June 10, 2026 meeting
• Discussed future tours of Waste Management Recycling Facility
• Discussed future tour of Water Treatment Facility
• Discussed Green A Thon mosquito bucket challenge
• Discussed website committee updates

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two temporary use permits for outdoor food sales: barbecue at 5324 Meredith Street and Mexican food at 4824 West Milham Avenue. A third item (ZBA #25-05 at 3629 East Shore Drive) is listed but not detailed in the provided materials. The board will also elect officers and approve prior meeting minutes.

• ZBA #25-03: Request to operate J'Harvey's BBQ from a trailer at 5324 Meredith Street (May–Sep 2026, with option for 2027) – staff recommends approval for 2026 only.
• ZBA #25-04: Request to operate Mexican food sales from a temporary structure at 4824 West Milham Avenue (May–Nov 2026) – staff notes prior complaint and possible aesthetic concerns at a city gateway; board must judge harmony with district.
• ZBA #25-05: Listed for 3629 East Shore Drive but no details or staff report provided in the agenda packet.
• Election of officers for the Zoning Board of Appeals.

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved temporary use permits for a barbecue at 5324 Meredith Street and Mexican food sales at 4824 West Milham Avenue, both by a 6‑0 vote. The board also postponed the variance request for 3629 East Shore Drive to the June 8 meeting. Earlier motions to excuse an absent member and to approve the November 10, 2025 minutes also passed unanimously.

• Approved Temporary Use permit for outdoor barbecue at 5324 Meredith Street (May 12–Sept 30 2026) – vote 6‑0
• Approved Temporary Use permit for Mexican food sales at 4824 West Milham Avenue (May 12–Nov 12 2026) – vote 6‑0
• Postponed variance request for 3629 East Shore Drive to June 8 meeting – vote 6‑0
• Excused absent board member – vote 6‑0
• Approved November 10, 2025 minutes – vote 6‑0
• Adjourned meeting – vote 6‑0

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request for an additional accessory building space (detached screened-in building) at 5834 Angling Road. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the April 16, 2026 meeting. No other business is scheduled.

• Public hearing for an additional accessory building space (detached screened-in building) at 5834 Angling Road

The Planning Commission approved a request for additional accessory building space for a detached screened-in building. The proposal included a presentation by the Senior City Planner and testimony from applicant Cathleen Knoll. No public comment was received during the hearing.

• Approved April 16, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved additional accessory building space for a detached screened-in building at 5834 Angling Road (5-0)

Park Board

The Portage Park Board will elect a new chairperson and vote to approve board goals for fiscal year 2026-27. They will also receive financial reports for March and April, along with updates from several committees and initiative projects such as the Lending Book Library and Park Passports.

• Vote for new chairperson of the board
• Approval of Board Goals for FY 2026-27
• Financial reports for March and April
• Updates on Lending Book Library, Park Passports, and Mr. Crispy Giveaway initiatives
• Discussion on park table theme

The board appointed Dr. Dawn Smith as chair, Jen Gomes as vice chair, and Angelique McGuire as treasurer by acclamation. The board voted to dissolve the arts committee as a subcommittee of the park board, and the motion passed. The agenda and April meeting minutes were approved. The discussion on the board table theme was deferred to the next meeting.

• Appointed Dr. Dawn Smith as Chair (by acclamation)
• Appointed Jen Gomes as Vice Chair (by acclamation)
• Appointed Angelique McGuire as Treasurer (by acclamation)
• Approved agenda (motion passes)
• Approved April meeting minutes (motion passes)
• Dissolved arts committee as subcommittee (motion passes)
• Deferred board table theme discussion to next meeting

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the roof on the sunroom at 6235 Oakland Dr with black shingles, replacing dark green/grey. The commission will also elect officers for the coming year and receive an update on the May 12 City Council presentation.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for roof repair and shingle color change at 6235 Oakland Dr
• Election of officers for the Historic District Commission
• Update on May 12 City Council presentation

The Historic District Commission approved the April 1, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0). It conditionally approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for 6235 Oakland Dr, allowing three specific shingle colors (Georgetown Gray, Weathered Wood, Driftwood) with a 6-0 vote. The commission retained the same officer slate for the year, confirming VanLonkhuyzen as Chair, Nemeth as Vice Chair, and Deming‑Maytnier as Secretary (6-0). It also changed the July event venue from the Barn to Stewart Manor and set new dates for upcoming events.

• Approved April 1, 2026 minutes (6-0)
• Conditionally approved roof shingle colors for 6235 Oakland Dr (Georgetown Gray, Weathered Wood, Driftwood) (6-0)
• Retained officer slate for the year with VanLonkhuyzen as Chair, Nemeth as Vice Chair, Deming‑Maytnier as Secretary (6-0)
• Changed July event venue to Stewart Manor and set new event dates

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will continue a public hearing on Ordinance Amendment #25/26-3 to adopt Chapter 44 Residential Unified Development Ordinance, which updates zoning and housing regulations. They will also review a final planned development site plan for the River Caddis mixed-use project at 412 W. Centre Avenue and 7860 Shaver Road. Additionally, staff will present the Capital Improvement Program.

• Continued public hearing on Residential Unified Development Ordinance (Chapter 44) to modernize zoning and expand housing options
• Final PD site plan for River Caddis mixed-use development at 412 W. Centre Avenue and 7860 Shaver Road
• Presentation on the Capital Improvement Program (CIP)

The Planning Commission voted 7-1 to recommend City Council adopt Ordinance Amendment #25/26-3, which creates a new Chapter 44 Residential Unified Development Ordinance and amends corresponding sections. The commission also unanimously approved a Final PD Site Plan for 'The Paisley at Portage Creek' mixed-use development at 412 W. Centre Avenue and 7860 Shaver Road, subject to eight conditions. Additionally, the commission accepted the Capital Improvement Program for the next fiscal year.

• Recommended Ordinance Amendment #25/26-3 (Residential Unified Development Ordinance) to City Council (7-1)
• Approved Final PD Site Plan for 'The Paisley at Portage Creek' mixed-use development with 8 conditions (8-0)
• Accepted the Capital Improvement Program (8-0)
• Approved March 19, 2026 minutes (8-0)
• Excused Commissioner Orwig from attendance (8-0)
• Reordered agenda to hear Site/Final Plans before Public Hearing (8-0)
• Closed public hearing on the ordinance amendment (8-0)

Park Board

The Portage Park Board will approve the agenda and the March meeting minutes. Board members will hear reports from the finance, park department, bicycle, youth advisory, cultural arts committees and the Parks Foundation. They will discuss the board’s goals for fiscal year 2026‑27. The meeting will also include updates on individual parks, upcoming events, and initiative reports such as the Lending Book Library and Park Passports.

• Approval of Agenda
• Approval of March Park Board Minutes
• Financial Report: February
• Board Goals FY 26‑27 Discussion
• Schedule of Events

The board approved up to $364 to purchase walking sticks for a student project and up to $500 to produce park medallions. It also approved the meeting agenda and the previous meeting minutes. No other motions were denied or tabled.

• Approved agenda (motion passed)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved up to $364 for walking sticks (motion passed)
• Approved up to $500 for medallions (motion passed)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider a request to demolish a deteriorating shed and build a replacement at 5029 Angling Rd. The body will also discuss goal implementation strategies and a presentation for the May City Council meeting.

• Notice to Proceed and Certificate of Appropriateness for shed demolition and rebuild at 5029 Angling Rd
• Discussion of May City Council presentation
• CLG Program information from Commissioner Rice
• Goal Implementation Strategies review

The Historic District Commission approved the March 4, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. It adopted a plan to feature one historic building each Friday at the Flats event on four specified dates. The commission also approved both the Notice to Proceed for demolishing the existing shed and the Certificate of Appropriateness for constructing a new shed at 5029 Angling Road, each by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved March 4, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adopted Flats event building‑highlight plan (May 15 Stewart Manor; June 26 Schoolhouse; July 17 Barn; August 21 Grain Elevator)
• Approved Notice to Proceed for demolition of shed at 5029 Angling Road (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for new shed at 5029 Angling Road (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance Amendment #25/26-3. This proposal seeks to adopt a Residential Unified Development Ordinance to modernize zoning codes and expand housing options like duplexes and townhouses.

• Public hearing for Ordinance Amendment #25/26-3 (Residential Unified Development Ordinance)
• Proposed adoption of Chapter 44 Residential Unified Development Ordinance
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 42 Land Development Regulations Article 4, 5, and 6

The commission excused Commissioner Copp with an 8‑0 vote. It approved the March 5, 2026 minutes, including an amendment, by voice vote (8‑0). The commission then voted 8‑0 to extend the public hearing on Ordinance Amendment #25/26‑3 to the April 16 meeting. No other business was acted upon.

• Excused Commissioner Copp (8‑0)
• Approved March 5, 2026 minutes with amendment (voice vote, 8‑0)
• Extended public hearing on ordinance amendment to April 16 (8‑0)

EDC, TIFA & Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (BRA)

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will discuss amendments to two development plans. The board will also elect a new Secretary/Treasurer following a member vacancy.

• Brownfield Plan Amendment #17 for 'Project Depatie' at 5960 S. Sprinkle Rd.
• Brownfield Plan Amendment #18 for 'Copperleaf Phase 6' at 3800 W. Milham Ave.
• Election of a new Board Secretary/Treasurer

Environmental Board

The Portage Environmental Advisory Board will hear a presentation on the My Green Michigan Food Compost initiative. Subcommittees will report on events, surveys, and website updates, and an existing business update will cover Dark Sky International. The meeting includes a public comment period and routine agenda and minutes approvals.

• Presentation on My Green Michigan Food Compost (Chair)
• Events & Activities subcommittee report on Green-a-thon Buckets and mosquito bricks
• Survey Committee report
• Website Committee report
• Existing Business update on Dark Sky International

Planning Commission

The Portage Planning Commission will review a request to amend the previously‑approved Tentative Plan of the Oakland Hills at Centre Planned Development to add more commercial space at 2401 W Centre Avenue. Commissioners will also hold an informational session on the Draft Residential Unified Development Ordinance. The meeting includes routine approval of the February 19, 2026 minutes.

• Amendment request for additional commercial space at 2401 W Centre Avenue (Oakland Hills at Centre PD)
• Draft Residential Unified Development Ordinance informational session
• Approval of minutes from the February 19, 2026 Planning Commission meeting

The Planning Commission approved the excusal of Commissioner Adams and the corrected minutes from February 19, 2026. The public hearing was closed by voice vote. The commission unanimously recommended that City Council approve an amendment to add commercial space at 2401 W. Centre Avenue to the existing Oakland Hills at Centre planned development.

• Approved excusing Commissioner Adams (8-0)
• Approved corrected February 19, 2026 minutes (8-0)
• Closed public hearing (voice vote, 8-0)
• Recommended City Council approve amendment for additional commercial space at 2401 W. Centre Avenue to "Oakland Hills at Centre" PD Tentative Plan (8-0)