The Bellevue Planning Commission convened on June 26, 2025, to discuss significant developments in the city, focusing on two public hearings regarding rezoning and redevelopment plans.

The first public hearing addressed a request to rezone Lots 1 through 7 and Outlots A and B of Quail Crossing, located at the intersection of 40 Second Street and Highway 370. The proposal sought to change the zoning from Agricultural (AG) and Residential Estate (RE) to Business General (BG) and Residential General-Twenty (RG-20) to facilitate commercial and multifamily residential development. The applicant, Quail Crossing, LLC, aimed to amend the preliminary plat previously approved by the City Council in March 2025, primarily to adjust street alignments and lot configurations.

Staff provided a summary indicating that the overall development design remained consistent, with commercial frontage along Highway 370 and multifamily units along Moss Road. The revised plan included a new access point via Shannon Drive, connecting to South 40 Second Street and South 40 Fifth Street. Staff recommended approval of the rezoning and preliminary plat based on compliance with the comprehensive plan and subdivision regulations.

Kyle Voll from E and A Consulting Group represented the applicant, explaining the changes made since the last proposal. He noted the elimination of a north-south road in favor of extending an east-west road to improve traffic flow, supported by a revised traffic study recommending an additional southbound turn lane on 40 Fifth Street. Following a brief public testimony period with no comments, the Commission voted unanimously to approve the request, which will now proceed to the City Council for a public hearing scheduled for July 15, 2025.

The second public hearing focused on a redevelopment plan for Lot 6 of Tiller's Fourth Edition, proposed by Great Lakes Capital. This plan involves a multi-family development on a site of approximately 1.5 acres. Staff noted the receipt of a letter from a local resident expressing concerns regarding the project, which was distributed to the commissioners. The details of this redevelopment plan were briefly outlined, and the applicant's representative was expected to provide further information.

As the meeting progressed, Commissioner Arnie recused himself from the second item, indicating a procedural adherence to conflict-of-interest protocols. The Commission's discussions and decisions reflect ongoing efforts to manage Bellevue's growth and development effectively, balancing community needs with urban planning objectives.