Rutland planners warn Goodrich subdivision for Nov. 14 public hearing

The Rutland Town Planning Commission on Oct. 24 agreed to schedule a public hearing on a proposed two-lot subdivision for Scott and Nancy Goodrich on Nov. 14. The applicants said they bought the property about four years ago and want to create a second lot to build "a very small energy efficient 1 bedroom house for our retirement," while selling the remaining lot.

Commissioners reviewed the application package and standard plan items. They confirmed the survey shows boundaries and proposed subdivision lines, and noted that many map items commonly required for larger developments '1 such as watercourses, wooded areas, sidewalks and sewer connections '1 do not exist on the site; the commission agreed most of those entries are appropriately handled as waivers when features are absent. The applicants reported they have submitted a driveway/curb-cut application and an application for municipal water capacity; town staff said they are checking capacity with the Rutland City engineer and will report back.

After discussing waivers and outstanding permits, a commissioner moved and the commission voted to warn the Goodrich subdivision for a public hearing on Nov. 14. The commission—s action schedules the required hearing and public-comment opportunity; final approval of the subdivision will depend on addressing any required permits, including driveway access, and on information presented at the public hearing.

Next steps: the commission will hold the public hearing on Nov. 14, accept public comment, and is expected to make a decision after the hearing and any required follow-up from town staff regarding utility access and curb-cut approval.