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Sigurd planners urge utility completion, on-site review before issuing building permits in Black Mills subdivision
Summary
Planning commission reported that Donovan’s phase‑1 building permits near Hartley Brown’s property may be considered once water lines are looped, pressure tested and storm drainage completed; commissioners suggested an on-site council review and urged adding permit stipulations to future ordinances.
The planning commission updated the council on pending building‑permit requests in the Black Mills subdivision (Donovan). Commissioners told the council that two building permits adjacent to Hartley Brown’s house could be considered only after key infrastructure elements are complete: a looped and pressure‑tested water line approved by town maintenance, and storm drainage measures in place.
Commissioners said the two specific lots do not require new roads but do require storm drains and a confirmed water connection before permits can be issued. They recommended an on‑site meeting with the applicant and council members to review plans and elevations before staff issues permits. Commissioners also noted a need to codify stipulations in an ordinance so future subdivisions include the same infrastructure requirements.
The council and planning staff discussed whether the approved plans called for trenching across Flaten Road or boring under it; earlier approvals had allowed either option provided the road was compacted and patched to state specifications. Council members said such exceptions require explicit council approval.
Why it matters: Councilors said the permitting approach aims to protect town roads and water infrastructure and avoid piecemeal development that leaves unaddressed drainage or pressure issues.
Next steps: Staff will confirm the plans’ routing across the road, coordinate an on-site review for council, and ensure stipulations (water testing, storm drainage) are reflected in the permit or future ordinance.
