City of Kalamazoo - Planning Commission - February 5, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting

Updated about 14 hours ago

During the Kalamazoo City Planning Commission meeting, Chair Pittelko and the commissioners discuss upcoming zoning ordinance amendments. The meeting highlights planned changes to site plan review thresholds and a review of current zoning procedures. The commission also emphasizes community engagement and outlines ongoing neighborhood meetings for Imagine Kalamazoo. Commissioner Pradel is noted to be absent due to participation in the houseless count. Opportunities for public feedback on the amendments are planned, and applications for open commission seats are encouraged.

Chapters

Call to Order (00:00:02)
The regular meeting of the Kalamazoo City Planning Commission was called to order at 7:00 PM.

The meeting was officially started, marking the beginning of the proceedings for the Kalamazoo City Planning Commission.
Roll Call (00:00:12)
Roll call was conducted and a quorum was confirmed with members present.

Members of the commission were called by name to confirm their presence, establishing that a quorum was present for the meeting.
Adoption of Agenda (00:00:37)
The agenda was adopted following a motion and a second, with no changes or opposition.

The agenda for the meeting was presented, and a motion to adopt it was made and seconded. The motion carried with all in favor and no opposition.
Approval of Minutes (00:00:56)
Minutes from the previous meeting were approved following a motion and a unanimous vote.

The minutes from the prior meeting were reviewed with no suggested changes. A motion to approve the minutes was made, seconded, and passed unanimously.
Communications and Announcements (00:01:35)
A communication was made regarding Commissioner Prade's absence due to participation in a houseless count.

It was announced that Commissioner Prade would not attend the meeting as he was involved in an ongoing houseless count, which would last several hours.
Public Hearings (00:01:54)
There were no public hearing items on the agenda for this meeting.

The agenda included a section for public hearings, but it was noted that there were no items scheduled for public hearing during this meeting.
Discussion of Action Item - Zoning Ordinance Amendments (00:02:04)
Commissioners discussed upcoming zoning ordinance amendments, including changes to site plan review thresholds and ordinance references.

An overview of proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance was presented. These include updates to site plan review thresholds, ordinance references, and the integration of procedural sections from Appendix A into Chapter 2. The discussion covered the process for public and commission review, and the goal to move all of Appendix A into Chapter 2. Commissioners asked questions about specific changes and the impact on future land use decisions.
City Planner's Report (00:23:00)
Updates were given on Imagine Kalamazoo neighborhood meetings and upcoming open houses, as well as planning commission vacancies.

The city planner reported on the progress of Imagine Kalamazoo neighborhood meetings and upcoming open house events in various neighborhoods. Additionally, it was noted that there are three vacancies on the planning commission, with four applicants so far. The planner called for volunteers from the commission to assist with interviews for new members.
Public Comments (00:26:02)
No public comments were received during the meeting.

The meeting allowed time for public comments, but no members of the public attended or called in to make comments.
Commissioner Comments and Adjournment (00:28:52)
The meeting was adjourned after commissioner comments and reminders about planning commission applications.

Commissioners were reminded about the ongoing acceptance of applications for the planning commission. No further comments were made, and the meeting was adjourned.