Livingston Parish council introduces subdivision regulation amendment after debate over drainage and ‘parent tract’ language

The Livingston Parish Council introduced proposed ordinance LP 25-19 on Sept. 11, directing staff to hold a public hearing at 6 p.m. on Sept. 25 to consider changes to minor-subdivision requirements in Chapter 125 of the parish code.

The measure would amend Chapter 125, section 125-37, to require subdivision applicants to comply with underlying zoning and to provide drainage- and traffic-impact studies for certain lot splits. Council members and residents debated whether to remove language referring to the “parent tract,” with several members saying the ordinance needs further refinement before final adoption.

The ordinance was read into the record as a reintroduction and a motion to introduce it carried. Councilman Coates moved to introduce the ordinance; Councilwoman Sandiford seconded. During the roll call for introduction, Coates, Taylor, Erde, Wascomb, Sandifer…