Commission approves two‑lot minor subdivision despite questions about soil buildability

The Montrose County Planning Commission unanimously approved a CH Minor Subdivision at its October meeting. Staff said the proposal would divide about 7 acres into two lots with direct access to the 6125 Road, and that water would be provided by the Minooka Water District while wastewater would rely on septic systems.

Dirk Hadden of Southwest Lane Surveying introduced himself for the record and confirmed an arroyo (used as a boundary) runs along the site’s east side. A commissioner pressed whether the subdivision sits on the crest of an arroyo and whether soil and erodibility would limit buildability; the surveyor and staff said they did not have definitive long‑term plans for structures and noted that building permits and county review would resolve structural and septic issues when development is proposed.

Commission member Lana moved to approve the minor subdivision based on the findings of fact listed in paragraph 3 of the staff report; the chair announced Clifford seconded and then stated the motion carried unanimously.

Commissioners requested that site‑specific soil stability and buildability questions be addressed through future permit reviews rather than as a condition to plat approval. The transcript records concerns about proximity to the arroyo and whether soils are stable for future construction; staff advised those matters will be investigated at the permit stage.

Dirk Hadden introduced himself on the record as "Dirk Hadden with Southwest Lane Surveying" and provided his mailing address during the hearing.