Planning commission removes 1989 restriction to allow three-lot subdivision in Roberts Field

The Hampstead Planning and Zoning Commission voted April 22 to remove a 1989 restriction that had prohibited further subdivision of Lot 400 in Roberts Field Section 1, allowing the owner to split the parcel into three lots.

The commission's zoning administrator summarized the parcel's history, saying the restriction (note 14 on the 1989 plat) was added because planners at the time were concerned that a new connection would create a traffic cut-through. The commission heard from Dan Staley, the project engineer, and A P Hill of Woodhaven Building and Development, who described current site conditions and traffic controls.

"We're asking to remove the note and give us approval to subdivide Lot 400 into 3 lots," Staley said, explaining that the original roadway connections and traffic patterns have changed since the plat was recorded. Hill identified himself for the record as "A P Hill, president of Woodhaven Building and Development," and said Woodhaven will contribute toward the town water line extension that could serve additional lots outside the town boundary.

Commissioners and the engineer noted that a physical barricade remains at the former connecting roadway, which presenters said prevents the neighborhood from being used as a cut-through. Staff also said the proposed subdivision would include a green buffer separating the new lots from a nearby shopping center.

Chair put the motion to remove item number 14; the motion was seconded and approved. The transcript does not record a roll-call tally or named mover/second.

Next steps noted in the discussion: the revised plat will proceed through county preliminary review and any county or state comments will be included with the final site plan submission.

The commission handled the plat change and other agenda items the same evening and adjourned after hearing a county planning update.