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Commission backs setback variances for 4799 Lander Road subdivision, questions sewer access
Summary
The commission recommended variances reducing the front-yard setback from 100 to 50 feet for two lots in a six-lot subdivision on Lander Road, discussed septic vs. sewer capacity, and asked staff and the developer to clarify sewer and lift-station financing before council review.
Ted Otero of Otero Signature Homes presented a proposed six-lot subdivision on land associated with the former New Song Church and asked the commission to recommend front-yard setback variances for lots 2 and 6, reducing the required 100-foot front setback to 50 feet on those parcels.
Commissioners said the requested variances reflected challenges created by street layout and lot geometry and that the practical impact of the variances would largely fall to the developer. A planner noted the subdivision lots are code‑compliant in area except for the two narrower lots and said the configuration ‘‘just allows more use of the backyard.’’
Members pressed the developer and staff about whether sewer extension was feasible and about historic requirements tied to septic systems. Staff said sewers are present on Miles Road but that extending service had previously required additional lots to finance a lift station; for this application, the homes are expected to rely on septic. Commissioners asked the applicant to confirm any lift-station financing needs before council.
After public-notice and an absence of written opposition, the commission moved and seconded a recommendation to council to approve the variances. The commission recorded its recommendation; council will consider final action at a posted meeting.
