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Hammond council approves 59‑lot subdivision at 610 Hewitt Road amid neighborhood opposition
Summary
The Hammond City Council approved a 59‑lot subdivision at 610 Hewitt Road after hearing hours of public comment. Supporters said the development will bring single‑family home sales and tax revenue; neighbors raised safety, traffic, drainage and property‑value concerns.
The Hammond City Council gave final approval to a major subdivision at 610 Hewitt Road on Feb. 10, 2026, clearing the way for 59 single‑family lots. The planning commission recommended the proposal for adoption, and city staff told the council the plat meets existing zoning and ordinance requirements.
Developer Kyle Bratton told the council the project is privately funded, will build and sell single‑family homes and will not request variances. He said the proposal “meets all their requirements per the city of…
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