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Residents oppose Preston rezoning in Square Lake; board split 3–3 and mayor’s deciding vote not recorded
Summary
A rezoning that would allow a 1.67‑acre lot in Square Lake to be subdivided into two lots prompted heavy resident opposition over septic, well‑water and neighborhood character concerns; a motion to deny produced a 3–3 split and the transcript ends before the mayor’s final tiebreaking vote was recorded.
The commission debated a contested rezoning request (Preston Residences) that would change a 1.67‑acre parcel from Residential Estate (RE) to Residential Transitional (RT), allowing an administrative subdivision into two single‑family lots.
Applicant presentation and staff recommendation: Attorney Seth Bain said the rezoning is consistent with surrounding development patterns and the county’s comprehensive plan rounding rule; staff recommended approval and noted the parcel meets…
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