Planning & Zoning Commission, March 12, 2026
Approves Rezoning PD 395 at 3302 South Maryland Avenue, Passed (specific count not stated)
What happened
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved PD 395, a 198-unit, four-story multifamily development at 3302 South Maryland Avenue on 7.64 acres, despite neighborhood opposition citing traffic concerns.
- Jurisdiction
- Springfield, MO
- Governing body
- Final authority
- Date
- March 12, 2026
- Decisions
- 6 zoning decisions
- Outcome
- Approved, Passed (specific count not stated)
Projects in this meeting (2)
Each is its own project; some span multiple hearingsKearney Street Corridor Redevelopment Plan - First Amended and Restate
RecommendedLand Development Code Text
Awaiting final voteFree sample: decision 1 of 6
Rezoning PD 395 at 3302 South Maryland Avenue
Approved rezoning of 7.64 acres from PD 13 third amendment and RSF to new PD 395 for a 198-unit, four-story multifamily development called 'The Reserve on Medical Mile.' Density increased from 16 to 29 dwelling units per acre. Maximum height increased from 35 feet to 60 feet. Developer Nathan Reynolds and architect Brian Kubik presented. Vote passed with some opposition from commissioners Hawquez and Pauley who cited traffic concerns.
- Traffic study required at time of development; Type E buffer retained; new 6-foot solid wood fence required along west property line; 45-degree bulk plane from east right-of-way line of Maryland Avenue; landscaping must meet current land development code requirements
The other decisions are listed below by title. The full write-up, verbatim conditions, and the audio at each vote are in Pro.
Meeting Summary
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved PD 395, a 198-unit, four-story multifamily development at 3302 South Maryland Avenue on 7.64 acres, despite neighborhood opposition citing traffic concerns.
Key Decisions (6)
Rezoning PD 395 at 3302 South Maryland Avenue
Short-term rental type two appeal at 1350 North Washington Avenue
Land Development Code Text Amendment 2
Kearney Street Corridor Redevelopment Plan - First Amended and Restated
Marijuana and medical marijuana uses hours of operation amendment
Rules of Procedure Amendment for Speaker Time
Zoning Changes (1)
Development Activity (1)
The Reserve on Medical Mile
Residential
Market Signals (4)
Housing Demand
Developer cited strong demand for housing near major medical employers,…
Commercial Demand
Kearney Street Corridor redevelopment plan renewal indicates continued city focus…
Sentiment
Strong neighborhood opposition to short-term rentals in historic Midtown district,…
Infrastructure
Traffic concerns raised regarding roundabout capacity at Walnut Lawn and…
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