Derby City Council reviews replat of Sterling East subdivision for increased housing density

The Derby Planning Commission meeting on August 21, 2025, focused on a proposed replat for the Sterling East subdivision, located at 7 Ninth Street South, also known as Madison. The area is described as an island subdivision within Derby city limits, bordered by Cedar Ranch Estates to the west.

The applicant aims to replat the existing area, which currently consists of 33 lots, to increase the total number of lots from 33 to 40. This change is intended to facilitate single-family residential development, following a previous denial of a zone change for two-family housing. The overall lot count for the larger Sterling East subdivision would rise to 212 lots.

The preliminary plat presented during the meeting showed minimal changes, primarily the addition of a few lots. Staff noted that the sizes of the lots were initially not indicated on the preliminary plat, but the applicant later updated the document to confirm that all lots exceed the required 6,000 square feet for the R1A zoning district, which is designated for urban density residential use.

Additionally, the commission discussed specific details regarding Block D, located along the east side of Brickyard Street, which will require further consideration as part of the replatting process.

The meeting underscored the ongoing development efforts in Derby, reflecting the city's commitment to expanding residential options while adhering to zoning regulations. The commission will continue to review the proposal and its implications for the community in future sessions.