During the Carbon County Planning Commission meeting on December 17, 2024, significant discussions centered around a proposed subdivision in the Holiday Poconos area of Keeter Township. The proposal, submitted by Todd P. and Jennifer Newton, involves the consolidation of three lots into one at 37 East Fawn Grove Drive. This area is designated as R-2 medium density residential, but the combined lot size of 0.77 acres falls short of the minimum requirement of 1.15 acres.

Despite this nonconformity, the commission noted that the plan would reduce existing nonconformities. The discussion highlighted the need for the applicants to provide additional documentation, including soil information and a waiver for solar requirements, which the commission indicated would likely not pose an issue. The plan also requires the inclusion of specific notations regarding lot lines and the submission of current deeds for the lots involved.

The commission ultimately recommended conditional approval of the plan, pending the fulfillment of these requirements. A motion for this conditional approval was made and unanimously supported by the members present.

In addition to the subdivision discussion, the commission addressed a separate matter concerning a permit application from a local doctor. The application was noted to lack a valid erosion and sedimentation control plan, as highlighted by a letter from the Carbon County Conservation District. The doctor’s office is in the process of reapplying for the necessary permit.

As the meeting concluded, members exchanged holiday greetings, marking the end of the year’s planning discussions. The commission's next steps will involve monitoring the applicants' compliance with the outlined conditions before final approval can be granted.