Planning Commission elects new chair and vice chair; staff reports ADU ordinance approvals
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The Commerce City Planning Commission met January 6, 2026 (6:06–6:15 PM). Commissioners voted to continue approval of the December 2, 2025 meeting minutes, elected Garret Biltoft as Chair and Robb Shecter as Vice Chair, and heard that Senior Assistant Attorney Jean Gill will propose bylaws updates at a future meeting. Planning Manager Heather Vidlock reported City Council approvals the prior night for Reunion Center Platts, the Adams Crossing comp plan amendment (first reading), the Villages of Buffalo Run East Town Homes comp plan amendment (second reading), and ADU-related ordinances (second reading); building permit applications for Accessory Dwelling Units are being accepted. Five commissioners were present.
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- Motion to continue approval of the December 2, 2025 meeting minutes (approved; Ayes 5).
- Garret Biltoft nominated and elected Chair of the Planning Commission (unanimous).
- Robb Shecter nominated and elected Vice Chair of the Planning Commission (unanimous).
- Senior Assistant Attorney to present a proposed update to commission bylaws (including adoption of Robert's Rules and ordinance-related changes) at a future meeting.
- Staff reported that City Council approved Reunion Center Platts, the Adams Crossing comp plan amendment (first reading), the Villages of Buffalo Run East Town Homes comp plan amendment (second reading), and ADU/definition-of-family ordinances (second reading); ADU building permit applications are now being accepted.
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Agenda
- Call to Order
- Roll Call
- Pledge of Allegience
- Approval of Minutes:
- December 2nd, 2025 Meeting Minutes
- Election of New Chair
- Election of Vice Chair
- Commission Business:
- Attorney Business:
- Staff Business:
- Adjournment
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