Bentonville Approves Lot Split for Gerber Subdivision, Paving Way for New Development

At the October 15, 2024, Bentonville Planning Commission meeting, a significant development proposal for the Gerber Subdivision was approved, marking a key step in Bentonville’s ongoing growth. The request, filed under project number LS24-0030, involves a lot split of the existing Lot 2, creating two new lots: Lot 3 and Lot 4, located along Southwest 14th Street.

The Gerber Subdivision is zoned as a mix of C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) and C-2 (General Commercial), which supports a wide range of potential commercial uses. According to the city’s Master Street Plan, the existing right-of-way along Southwest 14th Street is deemed adequate, meaning no additional road expansion is necessary for this particular development.

The lot split aims to optimize the use of land in a growing commercial corridor, and this move is expected to create opportunities for further commercial development that aligns with Bentonville’s long-term growth strategies.

While the meeting primarily focused on technical approvals, the implications for the local economy and business landscape are clear. With the subdivision of Lot 2, Bentonville can accommodate new businesses that cater to both the local community and visitors, contributing to the city's robust commercial expansion.

Approval of this lot split represents one of many development projects driving Bentonville’s transformation.