Palouse planning panel eyes commercial zone changes

The Palouse planning commission is updating its comprehensive city plan and considering some zoning changes for segments of land along Highway 27 as it departs south toward Pullman.

For example, a small parcel of land along Highway 27 within the Palouse city limits could be a great place for businesses if zoned commercial, said Palouse Mayor Michael Echanove. He added the planning commission’s work updating the city plan has been outstanding.

Extending the city’s commercial zoning would open up chances to bring in more businesses, and more revenue, said Corey Laughary, chair of the planning co...