The Vigo County Area Planning Commission on a voice vote forwarded no recommendation on a petition to rezone a parcel at the southeast corner of North 14th and a Half Street from R-1 (single-family) to R-2 (two-family).

Staff said the petitioner, identified in meeting materials as WTHKMR LLC (Mike Rogers), sought the change to allow construction of a duplex; the Department of Engineering and staff offered a favorable recommendation contingent on site plan approval and engineering review, noting parking would have to be hard‑surfaced and the number of bedrooms — which determines required off‑street parking — was not specified.

Several nearby residents urged the commission to oppose the rezoning. Tracy Sutton, who said she lives across the street, submitted a signed petition from neighbors within a roughly two‑block radius and asked the commission to preserve the single‑family character, citing traffic and resale concerns. “We don’t want it,” Sutton said. Donna Chapman, a 53‑year resident, said small children live on 14th and a Half Street and she prefers single‑family homes.

Cheryl Lautermilk, who identified herself as the city council member for the district, told the commission she could not support the rezoning as proposed and suggested that single‑family redevelopment would be more appropriate; she also noted a potential map labeling discrepancy that staff should check.

The petitioner declined to add to the staff report when offered an opportunity to respond. After brief discussion among commissioners about development alternatives, a motion to forward no recommendation was made, seconded and approved by voice vote.

The commission’s action is a recommendation; next steps include consideration by the city council and, as applicable, any additional review required by city procedures.