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Commission recommends approval of four‑lot division on Luan Drive, allows temporary holding tanks
Summary
The Plan Commission recommended approval of CSM26-01 to split a 3.1‑acre parcel into four single‑family lots, requiring map corrections and noting sewer is not currently available; staff said mound systems or temporary holding tanks could be used until sewer extension is feasible.
The Mount Pleasant Plan Commission recommended approval of certified survey map CSM26-01, which divides a 3.1‑acre parcel on Luan Drive into four lots just under 30,000 square feet each with roughly 150 feet of frontage. Staff said the application complies with the comprehensive plan and zoning (RE), recommended approval subject to conditions to correct map details, and noted a 33‑foot right‑of‑way dedication along Luan Drive.
Staff reported that none of the new lots currently have water or sewer service. Because elevations make an extension of sewer infeasible from the nearest line, staff said private mound systems would be acceptable if they meet plumbing code and permitting requirements; temporary holding tanks are an alternative until permanent sewer can be provided. Staff also noted the parcels lie within the shoreland notification area for Hoods Creek and asked that shoreland zoning be shown on the CSM face.
A commissioner asked that an existing temporary turnaround be noted as an easement on Lot 4; staff agreed to add that condition. Commissioners discussed that allowing mound systems is a reasonable accommodation where sewer is not technically feasible and that any system would need normal plumbing and utility permits.
Staff said a conservative 40‑year fiscal projection shows roughly a 1:1 revenue‑to‑cost ratio for four detached homes but noted projections could improve with realistic home‑build assumptions. After discussion the commission moved to recommend approval to the Board of Trustees subject to the listed conditions; the motion passed unanimously.
Staff will provide corrected CSM materials and the recommendation to the Village Board for final action.
