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Preview plat for Desert Passage: KB Homes proposes 64 lots on 12.1 acres
Summary
KB Homes presented a preview of a preliminary plat to subdivide a 12.1-acre portion of Desert Passage into roughly 64 single-family lots; commissioners asked about retention basin, runoff and tree species; the item was discussion-only.
KB Homes presented a preview on Sept. 13 to subdivide the northwest portion of the Desert Passage development into approximately 64 single-family lots on 12.1 acres.
Staff described the site as currently vacant and noted the general plan lists the acreage as public and institutional while current and proposed zoning is single-family (CR3 with a Smith Farms pad overlay). The preliminary landscape plan shows significant tree planting and open space; commissioners asked staff to verify species and right-of-way plantings.
Why it matters: commissioners focused on stormwater retention and plant palette in the right-of-way. One diagram showed a rectangular feature identified by staff as a retention basin that likely would double as a park. Commissioner Bill asked whether runoff would be contained on site; staff said they would analyze water runoff and return with details. Commissioners also asked staff to confirm that palo verde and mesquite trees are being discouraged in right-of-way plantings; staff said they would verify and noted the plan presented 132 trees in certain plan areas.
No formal decision was taken; the item was a "preview" and described as "discussion only." Staff said they will verify tree species, retention-basin function and runoff containment prior to any action hearing.
Ending: Staff will provide answers on runoff containment and confirm tree species for the right-of-way when the application returns for action.
