Politics & Government
Speak Out: Should Johnston Land Destined for Church be Rezoned for Single-Family Homes?
Johnston officials are considering whether "quasi-public" land designated to become a church should be rezoned to build single-family homes.
Johnston officials are considering whether "quasi-public" land designated to become a church should be rezoned to build single-family homes.
The property is located in the northwest side of Johnston near Grimes at the corner of Northwest 70th Avenue and Peckham Street. The city's 2030 comprehensive plan designated the property to become a church, according to a Des Moines Register report.
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The planning and zoning commission voted to not approve a request for rezoning by developer N & A Realty Inc., according to the Register article.
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