Clark County Planning Commission - 2026-01-06
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Meeting Summary
The Clark County Planning Commission approved a plan amendment and zone change for a 4.61-acre warehouse/distribution center at Russell Road and Edmond Street in Spring Valley, forwarding it to the Board of County Commissioners despite staff recommendation for denial and unanimous town board opposition. The commission also approved an amended tentative map for a 41-lot Lennar Homes subdivision at Cimarron and Wigwam with a new waiver for reduced lot area, and held two residential waiver applications for additional neighbor coordination.
Key Decisions (7)
Plan Amendment for Warehouse at Russell Rd & Edmond St
Plan amendment PA-25-700049 to redesignate 4.61 acres from neighborhood commercial to business employment for warehouse/distribution use, located west of Edmond Street and south of Russell Road in Spring Valley. Staff recommended denial and town board voted unanimously against. Approved by Planning Commission.
Zone Change, Vacation, and Waivers for Warehouse at Russell Rd & Edmond St
Zone change ZC-25-0767 to reclassify 4.61 acres from RS-20 to IP (Industrial Park), vacation VS-25-0768 of easements and portion of Russell Road right-of-way, and waivers WS-25-0769 for increased retaining wall height and alternative driveway geometrics for warehouse/distribution center in Spring Valley.
Waivers and Design Review for Lennar Subdivision at Cimarron & Wigwam
WS-25-0787 waivers for increased retaining wall height, increased fill height, and reduced gross lot area for Lot 16 (18,970 sq ft gross vs required), plus design review for 41-lot single family subdivision on 22.7 acres in RS-20 zone within RNP overlay, south of Wigwam Avenue and west of Cimarron Road in Enterprise. Amended map required due to Cougar Street no longer being vacated.
Tentative Map for Lennar 41-Lot Subdivision at Cimarron & Wigwam
TM-25-500194 tentative map for 41 single family residential lots and common lots on 22.79 acres in RS-20 zone within RNP overlay, south of Wigwam Avenue and west of Cimarron Road in Enterprise. Developer: Lennar Homes.
Fence Height and Gate Setback Waivers for Restaurant/Hookah Lounge on Fremont St
WS-25-0788 waivers to increase fence height and reduce access gate setback for existing restaurant and hookah lounge on 2.02 acres in CR zone, east of Fremont Street and north of Okie Boulevard in Sunrise Manor. Fence installed to address drug paraphernalia and prostitution issues on property.
Hold for Fence Waiver at Viking Rd & McLeod Dr
WS-25-0800 waiver for 6-foot high non-decorative fence within front setback for single family residence on 0.98 acres in RS-5.2 zone, south of Viking Road and east of McLeod Drive in Paradise. Second hold requested; planner to contact applicant.
Hold for Balcony Setback Waiver at 4768 Jace Canyon Court
WS-25-0785 waiver to reduce rear setback for proposed balcony/patio cover on single family residence on 0.5 acres in RS-20 zone within RNP overlay, north of Craft Avenue and east of Jace Canyon Court in Lone Mountain. Held one month to February 3 for applicant to obtain letters of support from neighbors at 4787 and 4735 Covered Bridge Court.
Zoning Changes (1)
West of Edmond Street and South of Russell Road, Spring Valley
Not specified (represented by Bob Groenauer)
Development Activity (3)
Russell Road Warehouse and Distribution Center
Warehouse and distribution center on 4.61 acres, up to 35 feet height, designed for trades businesses (pipe fitters, electricians), office warehouse use. Ligorti's food processor identified as potential tenant. 20-22 feet of landscaping buffer on west side adjacent to residential.
Lennar Homes Subdivision at Cimarron & Wigwam
41 single family residential lots on 22.79 acres, half-acre lots in RS-20 zone within RNP overlay. Site already graded and ready for construction. Amended map due to Cougar Street no longer being vacated.
Jace Canyon Court Patio/Balcony Addition
Proposed patio cover with balcony on existing single family residence, stucco construction with stairwell and railings. Privacy wall component supported; balcony component requires additional neighbor approval.
Market Signals (3)
Commercial Demand
Developer indicated strong demand for small office/warehouse space from local trades businesses (electricians, pipe fitters) and food processors like Ligorti's in the Spring Valley area.
Infrastructure
Developer committed to spending several million dollars on drainage improvements at Russell Road site that will also benefit adjacent residential properties, indicating significant infrastructure investment in the area.
Sentiment
Commissioner expressed concern about industrial migration westward on Edmond Street, noting another industrial project expected within 60 days on adjacent parcel to the south.