On March 15, 2016, Interstate Engineering, agent for Dylan and Kelly Durose, applied for preliminary Subsequent Minor plat approval for Superior Homes Subdivision, Amended Lot 8, Block 1. The proposed subdivision creates 2 lots for residential development. The subject property is generally located at 2139 Lake Elmo Drive, north of Sharron Lane.  The property is zoned Residential 6000 (R-60). There is one existing home on the northern side of the parcel and the new lot to the south will be available for new residential construction.

 

In accordance with state law, the City Council has 35 working days to act upon this subsequent minor preliminary plat. The 35 working day review period for this proposed plat ends on May 3, 2016.  State and City subdivision regulations also require that preliminary plats be reviewed using specific criteria, as stated within this report.  The City may not unreasonably restrict an owner’s ability to develop land if the subdivider provides evidence that any identified adverse effects can be mitigated.  Within the review period, the City Council is required to:

1. Approve;
2. Conditionally Approve; or
3. Deny the Preliminary Plat

Should the City Council approve the preliminary plat, the applicant is expected to complete the final plat approval process and the subject property may further develop under private ownership, resulting in additional tax revenues. 
 

General location:                     Generally located at 2139 Lake Elmo Drive, north of Sharron Lane.
Legal Description:                   Superior Homes Subdivision, Lot 8, Block 1
Owner/Subdivider:                  Dylan and Kelly Durose                      
Engineer and Surveyor:          Interstate Engineering    
Existing Zoning:                      Residential-6000 (R-60)
Existing land use:                   Residential      
Proposed land use:                Residential      
Gross/net area:                       24,111 square feet                        
Proposed number of lots:        2                     
Lot size:                                   12,058.09 sf / 12,053.03 sf                                           
Parkland requirements:           In accordance with 76-3-621(3)(c), MCA this subdivision is exempt from parkland dedication.

A public hearing is not scheduled for the City Council meeting, however nearby property owners may attend the City Council meeting.  The Planning Division has received no public comments or questions regarding the proposed subdivision. 
 

Consistency with the 2008 City of Billings and Yellowstone County Growth Policy, the 2014 Billings Urban Area Long Range Transportation Plan, the 2011 Billings Area Bikeway and Trail Master Plan, and the Billings Heights Neighborhood Plan are discussed within the Findings of Fact.