Ferndale’s City Council approved a storm drainage facility maintenance easement agreement Monday for the property at 141 Vester, a step required by the city to finalize the developer’s prior land-use approvals and building permit.

Community and Economic Development Director Roger Crusoe explained the agreement requires the property owner to construct and connect their storm facilities to the city system, and to preserve, maintain and repair the on-site facilities through a regular maintenance program. Crusoe described the action as completing the permitting loop for the development after the building permit was issued.

A motion to approve the easement, moved and supported by council, passed without recorded opposition.

Why this matters: The easement documents the owner’s maintenance responsibilities and ensures the city’s storm system receives required connections and upkeep for the new development, which affects drainage management and future maintenance responsibilities.