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Rio Rancho planning board approves Tierra Del Oro lot split despite neighbors' drainage concerns
Summary
The Rio Rancho Planning and Zoning Board approved a combined preliminary/final plat to split a Tierra Del Oro Phase 2 tract into three lots and one tract for TDO Development LLC despite neighbors' testimony that grading and drainage problems have harmed their property; the developer and city staff said the lots met approved plans.
The Rio Rancho Planning and Zoning Board on Monday approved a combined preliminary and final plat that will create three lots and one tract from an existing parcel in Tierra Del Oro Phase 2 for TDO Development LLC, after residents raised concerns about grading and stormwater drainage.
Michelle Castilla, a planner with the city of Rio Rancho, told the board the proposal is being heard as a combined preliminary and final plat because required improvements are already in place, and staff recommended approval with findings and conditions. The subject property is at the northeast corner of Edinburgh Street NE and Cardiff Avenue NE and will be accessed from Camino Plaza Loop, she said.
Neighbors Jason Mara and Sylvia Almera spoke against the application, telling the board they believe the development and subsequent home construction have left…
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