Britton Jobe News Today

Even though the Commission rejected the proposed development in a 1-7 vote, ultimate fate of the project lies at Springfields city council.

Nearby residents voiced concerns about increased traffic and flooding on the small collector streets surrounding the property.

The recommendations are in response to a neighborhood meeting that ended abruptly when an angry resident called the developers wife a gender-based slur.

The 7 Brew coffee proposal is back with changes after being denied by Springfields city council earlier this year over traffic concerns.

According to staff, the city does not typically change street names to support specific commercial businesses.

In a statement, developer Andrew Doolittle said he "respects" city councils decision and will be "looking for other ways to serve Springfield in the future."

Built in 1928, the large silos tower over much of the city at the corner of Chestnut Expressway and National Avenue.

Developers will try again to take the issue to city council.