Overview: During the Coon Rapids Planning Commission meeting on May 21, 2026, a portion of the discussion was devoted to a proposed zoning change from Low-Density Residential 2 (LDR2) to Low-Density Residential 3 (LDR3) for a property near East River Road, igniting concerns among local residents about potential impacts on the community’s character and environment. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for an auto protection studio, while updates on future applications were shared.