Commission introduces ordinance to regulate private streets and shared driveways
St. Johns commissioners introduced an ordinance amendment establishing standards for private streets and shared driveways, including design standards, easements, maintenance agreements, and a mechanism for Planning Commission site-review. The measure was introduced as Resolution #34-2026.
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The City Commission introduced an ordinance amendment on July 27 to provide structure for private streets and shared driveways. Chris Khorey of McKenna said the Planning Commission has been working on the amendment, which covers easements, maintenance agreements, underground infrastructure, and standards for shared driveways of up to five homes. He noted some proposals may exceed the five-home limit and that a Planning Commission subcommittee could review certain site plans.
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