Fresno, California Development News

Conditional Use Permit and Planned Development Approved for Mixed-Commercial Project

The committee reviewed a conditional use permit application (P25-01776) and a planned development permit for a four-acre commercially zoned lot at the intersection of Copper and Willow. The proposal includes a 6,000 sq ft convenience store with six MPD gas dispensers and a car wash, a 3,000 sq ft Quick Service Restaurant (QSR), and a 7,000 sq ft multi-tenant light office/retail building. The applicant, Jim Shahadi representing Robert Burmafort, highlighted the strategic placement of uses to minimize impact on adjacent housing, with heavy landscaping and fire access coordinated with the home builder. The gas station and car wash are intended to be operational by Spring 2027. The committee discussed access points, wall height between residential and commercial areas, and operational hours for the car wash. The council stipulated that the car wash must cease operations by 10 p.m., aligning with code requirements for properties adjacent to residential areas (9 p.m.). The motion to approve was made by Robert and seconded by Kevin, with all in favor.