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Council approves rezoning for 1.3-acre parcel at 350 Lane Road amid resident traffic and flooding concerns
Summary
Lebanon City Council approved a zoning change for about 1.3 acres at 350 Lane Road from rural residential to RS‑9 (medium‑density single‑family). Residents during the public hearing warned that the change could set a precedent that increases density, traffic on Crowell Lane and exacerbate local flooding.
The Lebanon City Council voted to amend the zoning map for roughly 1.3 acres at 350 Lane Road from Rural Residential/Agriculture to RS‑9 (medium‑density single‑family residential) in Ward 4, on a request filed by Megan Adam Brewster. Planning Commission had recommended approval by a 9–0 vote at its May 27 meeting.
A resident who identified their address as 106 Chapman Drive supported the applicant’s objective but opposed how the Planning Department proposed dividing the parcel, arguing the rezoning could set a precedent that would enable development of adjacent raw land. The speaker said approximately 14 acres adjacent to Lane Road “could domino over time” into higher‑density development that would add hundreds of houses and “700 plus cars” to the neighborhood.
Jim Dunn of 1709 Blairmont Drive raised flooding concerns tied to recent clearing and construction upslope from his home, saying runoff is already affecting Cook Drive and nearby properties. “They stripped off all the grass and trees and everything up on the plateau,” Dunn said, describing mud and higher water levels entering driveways and properties downstream.
Councilors debated the change in the context of long‑term area plans. The council approved the rezoning on the motion by Councilor Kraus, seconded by Councilor Joy Carmack. Planning staff, applicants and residents were asked to monitor water and traffic impacts as adjacent properties develop.
