Commission approves sketch plan for 10‑lot Thompson Lane subdivision; road and utility questions flagged for later review

The Hartsville‑Trousdale County Planning Commission approved a sketch plan for a 10‑lot subdivision on 9.72 acres on Thompson Lane and McMurray Boulevard.

Applicant representatives said the land has been in the Thompson family for generations and described the layout: a couple of lots front McMurray Boulevard with the remaining lots accessed via Thompson Lane. Commissioners and staff discussed right‑of‑way and road‑width questions: one commissioner described the existing pavement as narrow and noted morning traffic could make access difficult; the applicant and staff responded that historic plat dedication provides a 25‑foot right‑of‑way on one side and that recorded markers lie beyond the current pavement edge.

Road‑maintenance staff (represented by Bill) said the road department cannot require dedication but would consider widening if growth warrants it, and that departmental review and sign‑offs will occur before construction (signatures are required from road, water and other departments). Staff confirmed sewer infrastructure exists under Thompson Lane and that earlier agreements allow a gravity sewer line through the Thompson property; wastewater and hydrant placement will be shown on the preliminary plat.

Commissioners asked that the preliminary plat include all known easements, utilities, right‑of‑way dimensions and fire‑protection considerations. The commission approved the sketch plan and the applicant will return with preliminary and final plats that will show the required dimensions and providers’ sign‑offs.

Commissioners also discussed developing a PUD (planned unit development) zoning option and a feasibility checklist for future applicants so utilities and right‑of‑way issues are clarified earlier in the review process.