The Cullman County Commission approved a preliminary plat for a minor subdivision called Pine Ridge, which contains eight lots in Commission District 4.

Staff described the subdivision's location as on County Roads 96, 97 and 101 near Big Bridge, about a quarter-mile south of the intersection of County Road 222 and County Road 101. A commissioner moved to approve the preliminary plat and the commission approved the motion by voice vote.

Why it matters: preliminary plat approval allows the landowner/developer to move forward with subdivision engineering and eventual final plat submittal subject to county subdivision regulations and any conditions the planning office may require. The meeting record did not include detailed engineering conditions, infrastructure requirements or bonding information.

Details and next steps: commissioners approved the preliminary plat; staff and the developer will proceed with required engineering, permitting and any plan revisions prior to final plat approval.