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Plan commission approves preliminary plat for Highland Point North, 97 single‑family lots
Summary
The commission approved a preliminary plat for Highland Point North, a proposed 97‑lot single‑family subdivision; the school district superintendent said Dunwoody Elementary could absorb expected enrollment increases.
The Port Washington Plan Commission approved a preliminary plat for Highland Point North, a proposed single‑family subdivision totaling 97 lots north of East Sauk Road and west of the Ozaukee Interurban Trail.
The applicant, Newman Developments, sought approval of a 95‑ to 97‑lot configuration; staff recommended approval of the preliminary plat subject to final review by the city engineer. The commission moved and seconded approval and carried the motion by voice vote.
A superintendent from the local school district, identified on the record only as "the superintendent," told the commission that the subdivision falls in the Dunwoody attendance zone. The superintendent said the district is experiencing overall declining enrollment but added that Dunwoody Elementary has the physical space to absorb students from the new homes.
Commissioners briefly discussed hypothetical student counts. One commissioner asked about impacts if the development produced an average of 2.5 to 2.75 people per home; the superintendent said the district could absorb the projected increase. A separate, informal exchange referenced a suggestion to require a minimum of three children per unit; another commissioner said such a requirement "probably exceeds" and "I don't think it's legal," noting statutory and zoning constraints.
The commission approved the preliminary plat "subject to final review by the city engineer," closing the item with a voice vote and no recorded opposition.
