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Newton planning commission approves two preliminary plats, grants one sidewalk waiver
Summary
The Planning Commission on Sept. 8 approved preliminary plats for the Burns and Fairways additions, granting a waiver of a second-side sidewalk for Burns and endorsing an off-street trail connection for Fairways as part of a multi‑phase, 70‑lot plan.
The Newton Planning Commission on Sept. 8 approved preliminary plats for two single‑family developments and granted one sidewalk waiver.
Justin, a planning staff member, presented the Burns Addition preliminary plat and recommended the commission waive the requirement for sidewalks on both sides of the street. No applicant appeared for Burns; a commissioner moved to accept the preliminary plat with the…
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