During a recent government commission meeting, discussions centered around a request for a conditional use permit related to property development. The meeting highlighted concerns raised by local residents regarding access to the property in question.

Marcela Martinez, representing her husband Clovis Martinez, questioned the legitimacy of the permit request, emphasizing that the developers had not secured access to the property before seeking approval. She expressed frustration over a newly opened road that she and her husband were unaware of, as they currently reside in Albuquerque. Martinez urged the commission to defer the decision until proper access was established and communicated to all stakeholders.

In response, commission members clarified that their role was limited to approving the conditions for the property itself, and any issues regarding access were outside their jurisdiction. They acknowledged the concerns but reiterated that they were only evaluating the specific parcel of land for development.

The applicant, Philip, countered the claims by asserting that no new roads had been constructed and that the existing access was legitimate. He stated that the gate in question had been on his property for years and that the concerns raised were based on misunderstandings.

Ultimately, the commission recommended approval of the conditional use permit, with staff and directors supporting the request for a family cluster development. The meeting concluded with a call for a motion to formalize the decision, despite the ongoing concerns from local residents regarding property access and communication.