The Planning and Zoning Commission on Aug. 4 recommended approval of a three‑lot residential subdivision for a roughly 3‑acre parcel on the east side of Etherton (Etherington) Road north of Manchester Road (PZ5‑24). Each lot will be about one acre with single‑family detached, ranch‑style houses planned; the project will require Architecture Review Board review of house designs and compliance with Town Center regulations.

Planning staff emphasized stormwater management as a principal review criterion. The developer will provide on‑site stormwater treatment using rock sumps, amended soils, rain gardens or other bioretention methods; stormwater will be collected and treated for quality in a bioretention basin. Garages will be side‑entry to reduce the prominence of garage doors on the street.

Commissioner Humphrey moved approval; Commissioner Clayton seconded. The commission voted to recommend the site development plan and preliminary plat, subject to compliance with zoning, subdivision and Town Center regulations.

Why it matters: The subdivision adds three single‑family lots within the Town Center area and includes on‑site stormwater measures designed to address runoff and water quality concerns.

Sources: Department of Planning recommendation and public hearing record, Aug. 4, 2025.