Commission recommends Montalcino Estates Phase 4 with standard engineering and tree‑protection conditions
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Summary
The commission recommended approval of Montalcino Estates Phase 4 (18 lots) with exceptions for lot grading timing, limited lot‑to‑lot drainage across two lots, and slope exceptions; staff and engineering highlighted required SWPPP, erosion control monitoring and standard conditions carried over from Phase 3.
Planning staff presented the subdivision site plan for Montalcino Estates Phase 4 (SSP20‑—), an 18‑lot subdivision at the edge of town within PD‑198 Conservation Development District. The developer requested three categories of exceptions: postponement of lot benching and grading (to be completed with each individual lot), a site‑specific lot‑to‑lot drainage allowance across two lots where a natural creek exists, and slope exceptions for limited impacts to areas mapped at 5–12% and a smaller ~1.88 acres projected to exceed 12%.
Staff said similar exceptions and conditions were granted for Phase 3; engineering described state‑required SWPPP and weekly monitoring and explained inspectors verify erosion control measures after storm events. An environmental tree survey and ECC recommendations were included; tree removal permits and ECC denials on specific specimens will go to Town Council the same night as the subdivision action. Parks staff recommended cash‑in‑lieu for required land dedication plus additional park fees. After questions and technical clarifications, a commissioner moved and the commission recommended approval to Town Council with standard conditions and oversight.
What happens next: The recommendation will go to Town Council, which will take the final vote on site‑specific exceptions including any slope or tree‑removal permits that require council action.