Development News for Reno, Nevada

Reno Planning Commission Continues Side Setback Deviation for Carport to July 15th

The Planning Commission considered a request for a major side setback deviation for a carport at 935 Manzanita Lane. The applicant sought to reduce the required side yard setback from five feet to two and a half feet. This deviation was requested because the existing carport was built approximately 1.5 feet from the property line without approval. Staff recommended approval, making findings that the deviation would not be detrimental to public health, safety, or welfare, and was compatible with surrounding uses, citing a letter of support from the adjacent neighbor. During discussion, concerns were raised by commissioners regarding the justification for the deviation, potential impacts on lot coverage, and the precedent set by similar cases. The applicant requested to continue the item to provide further evidence on how the deviation would enhance the project's operations and accessibility. The commission voted to continue the item to July 15th.

Reno Planning Commission Approves Conditional Use Permit for Historic Home to Revert to Single-Family Use

The Planning Commission reviewed a request for a conditional use permit (CUP) to re-establish a single-family home use in a general commercial zone at a site located west of Wells Avenue. The property currently features a single-family home built in 1940, which was previously used for pet grooming and is part of the Wells Avenue Conservation District. The request to return the home to its historic single-family use was prompted by the applicant seeking financing. Staff recommended approval, citing that the change would facilitate the preservation of the historic structure and neighborhood character, while still allowing for commercial activity on the remainder of the parcel. The commission found that the use was compatible with surrounding developments and could be made compliant with conditions. The CUP was approved unanimously.

Reno Approves Tentative Map to Convert Office Buildings into Individually Owned Suites at McCarran Quayle Park

The Planning Commission approved a tentative map for the McCarran Quayle Park, located west of South McCarran Boulevard. The request involved converting six existing office buildings, totaling approximately 81,000 square feet on a 7.22-acre site, into 42 individually owned commercial suites. This change aims to allow local businesses to own their office space rather than lease it, addressing a gap in the market for small-format office product. Staff and the applicant's representative highlighted that this subdivision would not involve new construction, changes to the site layout, traffic, parking, or landscaping, and would maintain existing commercial use and zoning (professional office, suburban mixed use). The project was seen as a way to retain businesses and investment in Reno. The tentative map was approved unanimously subject to staff-recommended conditions.