Master Plan Amendment Overrule and Planning Process Concerns
Douglas County
Summary
Property owner Butch Peri sought to re-designate 48 acres of agricultural land along Pinenut Road as a Receiving Area for Transfer of Development Rights. Town officials and commissioners opposed the change, noting it didn't meet required findings and ran counter to local growth plans.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
No immediate financial impact until future development entitlements are approved.
Local residents and the Town of Gardnerville benefit by maintaining orderly growth boundaries and adherence to the Plan for Prosperity.
The property owner faces continued restrictions on marketing and developing the unwatered agricultural parcels.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Planning Commission - May 12, 2026
Commissioners and local town officials voiced deep frustration after the Board of County Commissioners overturned unanimous denials of a Pinenut Road master plan amendment.
Planning Commission - Mar 10, 2026
Property owner Butch Peri sought to re-designate 48 acres of agricultural land along Pinenut Road as a Receiving Area for Transfer of Development Rights. Town officials and commissioners opposed the change, noting it didn't meet required findings and ran counter to local growth plans.
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