Preliminary Infill Subdivision Plans - FAQ
Q. What is an infill?
A. An infill subdivision/site plan is less than 5.00 acres, more than 66% surrounded by originally constructed single-family and is less than 80% of the median lot size and road frontage of abutting lots.
Q. Why does this process require a public hearing?
A. The infill requires a public hearing to give the Planning Commission and the neighbors an opportunity to express concern about how the new lot will protect the abutting lots from air, light and privacy.
Q. Why does this property have to have restrictive covenants?
A. The restrictive covenants are applied by the applicant and recorded on the deed. The covenants ensure the neighborhood with harmony and consistency of size, building materials and height with the surrounding homes.
Q. Why can't I subdivide my property?
A. Anyone can submit a request to subdivide their property, if the property meets the under line zoning and all requirements set forth in the Development Regulations.
Q. Can a flag lot be created?
A. Flag lots are allowed in residential lots with at least 20 feet of road frontage. In the infill development, this issue is one of the criteria for denial by the Planning Commission.
Q. Why does each lot have to front upon a public street? Why not an easement?
A. In 1993 City Council established that all newly created lots must front/touch public right of way.
Q. Will the subdivision be approved?
A. There is no clear cut answer to this question. If an infill subdivision is proposed, staff advises the applicant to have a neighborhood meeting. This meeting will allow the applicant to get a feel of the neighbors’ reaction to the subdivision.
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