The Indianola Planning and Zoning Commission convened on July 22, 2025, to discuss the site plan for Pickard Commerce Park, specifically for Lots 4 and 5. The meeting highlighted several key aspects of the proposed development, including infrastructure, parking, and compliance with local regulations.

A significant feature of the project is the installation of a five-foot sidewalk along the entire length of both parcels, which will include two to three pedestrian accesses from the public way. The development will provide 23 parking spaces, exceeding the required 16 spaces, which includes one accessible space. Each unit within the development is treated as its own employee, allowing for additional parking based on the code that stipulates one space per 10,000 square feet of gross floor area or one per employee at maximum shift.

The site will be equipped with all necessary public utilities, which have already been installed as part of the plat improvements. Stormwater management will be addressed with a detention basin located at the southwest corner of the site, ensuring proper drainage and compliance with local stormwater regulations. The project also exceeds the minimum requirement of 15% open space, providing 47.7% of the area as open space, along with a landscape buffer.

Architecturally, the proposed buildings will feature white ribbed metal wall panels, dark metal wainscot panels, stone veneer, masonry, and windows, all of which comply with the industrial building standards set forth for the N2 District. The staff recommended approval of the site plan, contingent upon addressing remaining staff comments.

During the meeting, a question arose regarding the total number of parking spaces, with some confusion noted between the site plan and the comments. The discussion also touched on the intended use of the units, although specific details were not provided.

Overall, the meeting underscored the progress of the Pickard Commerce Park development, with plans aligning closely with city regulations and community needs. The next steps will involve finalizing staff comments before moving forward with the project.