Planning & Zoning Commission · Thursday, October 9, 2025
Planning & Zoning Commission
St. Charles Parish Informer · Meeting coverage · 6:00 PM · Council Chambers, Courthouse
Meeting Summary
The Commission approved two routine rezoning-related items with little discussion, then spent the bulk of the meeting (roughly 90 minutes) on a contested preliminary plat for the proposed River Mist subdivision in St. Rose. After extensive public opposition centered on flooding, drainage, and a proposed private sewage treatment plant, the Commission voted 2–4 to reject the staff-recommended approval of River Mist. The meeting closed with a staff briefing on a possible future rewrite of commercial zoning rules (no vote taken).
Decisions & Votes
Approved2025-11-R
Rezoning Request - Calvin Preston, Paul Frederick Drive
Request to change zoning from R1AM to R2 on Lot 52, Block E, Oak Ridge Park Subdivision, 1103 Paul Frederick Drive, Luling, Council District One. The Department of Planning and Zoning recommended approval, finding the request meets the first and third of three required guidelines.
Moved by Mr. FalseSeconded by Mr. Angelo
Approved2025-12-R
Request to Reconsider Withdrawn Rezone Application - Karen Abate
Request by Karen Abate to allow resubmission of a rezone application (originally withdrawn) within six months. The original application sought to change zoning from R1AM to M1 on Lot G, Block 11, Almedia Plantation, 180 Almedia Road, St. Rose, Council District 5.
Denied2025-2-MAJ
Preliminary Plat Approval - River Mist Subdivision
Request by J Bro Enterprises for preliminary plat approval of River Mist, a proposed residential subdivision off River Road, St. Rose, adjacent to Diane Place subdivision, zoning district R1A, Council District 5. The proposal includes 109 residential lots, detention pond, sewer lift station, and private wastewater treatment system. Motion to approve failed.
Moved by Mr. KeenSeconded by Mr. Price
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