The Yellowstone County Commissioner meeting held on April 18, 2023, included a public hearing regarding the proposed second filing of Sanctuary Canyon Estates. The proposal aims to complete the road loop between Lacey and Sanctuary Canyon Road and add 13 new lots to the existing development.

The development will utilize Lockwood Water for its water supply, ensuring that the new lots will have access to water lines. Each lot is planned to have its own septic system, and additional fire hydrants will be installed as requested by the Lockwood Fire Department to enhance safety in the area. The road will be paved and included in the existing Road Special Improvement District (RSID).

During the public hearing, there was no public input either in favor of or against the proposal. The planning board subsequently recommended conditional approval of the subdivision, outlining several standard conditions that must be met.

Key conditions include:
1. Approval from the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) for the proposed water systems, septic systems, and stormwater management.
2. Submission of drawings to the Lockwood Fire Department for the proposed locations of new fire hydrants.
3. Confirmation that a central box unit for the subdivision has been installed at the location preferred by the United States Postal Service.
4. An updated weed management plan from the county weed department.
5. Minor changes to the Subdivision Improvement Agreement (SIA) to meet standard formats as requested by planning, legal, and public works.
6. Compliance with all Yellowstone County regulations and Montana state laws for the final plat.

The meeting concluded with an invitation for questions regarding the proposed subdivision, indicating a willingness to engage with community concerns as the project progresses.