In a recent meeting of the Montezuma County Planning and Zoning Commission, a proposal to amend the Adair estate cluster's planned unit development was discussed, aiming to adjust lot lines and maintain open space requirements. The amendment seeks to create a new common lot line between lots one and three, resulting in a combined area of approximately 4.25 acres surrounding the existing residence, which will become lot three. This change is intended to facilitate future property transactions within the family.

The proposal was met with inquiries regarding the implications of tying the properties together, specifically how it would affect the existing structures and their compliance with setback regulations. The applicant clarified that the adjustments would not violate any setback requirements, and a survey would be conducted to confirm this.

Public comments were invited, during which Kenneth Thompson, a neighboring property owner, raised concerns about the access easement referenced in the proposal. He asserted that there is no recorded easement for the driveway access mentioned, which could impact the proposed changes. The discussion highlighted the complexities surrounding property rights and access, particularly regarding the historical use of the land.

After deliberation, the commission unanimously voted to recommend the approval of the proposed amendment, contingent upon the condition that the new boundary lines respect existing setback requirements. The motion was supported by the assurance that the proposed use aligns with local land use codes and will not adversely affect surrounding properties.

Additionally, the commission announced plans for a public hearing regarding a separate general planned unit development application for a dry camping campground proposed by Daniel Quigley on a 40-acre site in Dolores, Colorado. This application will be reviewed in an upcoming session, with all necessary public notices having been duly published and communicated to neighboring property owners.