(KNZA)--The Doniphan County Commission has approved a zoning change to allow for the establishment of a meat processing locker near Troy.

On an unanimous vote Monday, the Commission approved a request by Michael and Terri Hegarty to rezone property at 1187 Last Chance Road from agriculture to mixed use to allow for the location of the meat processing locker along with storage units on the property.

Adjoining property owner Pete Duncan voiced his opposition, citing concerns with sewage and animal waste attracting rodents and wild animals.

Commissioners Thad Geiger and Tim Collins both said that felt the meat processing locker was a much needed business in Doniphan County.  Commissioner Jerry McKernan also said he was in favor of supporting small local businesses.

Commissioners said the meat processing locker would be under the direction of the Kansas Department of Agriculture and any future issues would be addressed at the state level.

The Doniphan County Planning Commission recommended approval of the zoning change.