DeSoto County

The Planning Commission evaluated several development and rezoning applications. The commission approved the rezoning request for The Market at 305 and the final subdivision application for St. Benedict Estates. The rezoning application for Creek Stone was tabled to allow for further review of sewer details. Additionally, the commission denied the rezoning application for the Laughter and I-269 project after extensive discussion regarding traffic concerns, road infrastructure, potential crime, and community compatibility.

The Board of Adjustment reviewed and acted upon several variance applications and a conditional use request. Key agenda items included approvals for front and rear building setback variances, an accessory building placement, fence height, and a telecommunication tower installation. One variance application was withdrawn by the applicant prior to the meeting. Additionally, the Board granted approval for a conditional use permit for a telecommunication tower with a 50-year duration.

The Commission conducted public hearings regarding rezoning applications for The Retreat at Camp Creek and Creek Stone. The Retreat at Camp Creek rezoning from A to PUD was approved with specific covenants concerning rental restrictions and minimum home square footage. The Creek Stone rezoning application was tabled until a later date to allow the applicant time to address concerns regarding density, lot sizes, and architectural design. Additionally, the Commission approved a final subdivision application for The Promise Land, which included waivers for easement length and subdivision lot counts.

The agenda includes recognitions such as a proclamation for the Hernando High School Softball Team, a scholarship recipient presentation, and appreciation awards. The consent agenda covers road reports, financial transfers, procurement of firearms, various rental agreements for the Agri-Education Center, and record retention disposals. New business highlights include several business investment incentives for companies such as Williams-Sonoma, DMC Power, and McKesson Corporation. Additional topics feature Emergency Medical Services logs, environmental service adjustments for rubbish pits and recycling, a change order for the Johnson Creek Greenway, financial matters including the claims docket and inventory appointments, and procurement actions for vehicles and facility improvements. Planning items include a minor subdivision application for Evening Shade Acres.

The meeting included an application for a variance to allow an accessory building, which was tabled for a future meeting. Additionally, the board approved an application for a conditional use to allow a mobile home under hardship conditions, subject to specific usage and duration requirements. Finally, the board conducted an election of officers, selecting a Chair, Co-Chair, and Secretary for the calendar year.