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Council to review revised plan for The Hive residential lots; staff says topography prompted 23‑lot reduction
Summary
City staff presented a first reading for The Hive general development plan (2026‑09), describing a redesign that reduces lot sizes and total lot count by 23 because of terrain and drainage needs while increasing common buffering and preserving commercial frontage on Martintown Road.
City planning staff presented Ordinance 2026‑09 (first reading) at the April 13 study session to approve a general development plan for The Hive, a 201.8‑acre project east of West Martintown Road. Planning Director Tommy Paradise said the revision reduces the number of single‑family lots by 23, shrinks lot sizes, and increases common buffering areas and drainage swales so yards do not rely on swales for drainage.
Staff emphasized the topography and stormwater constraints drove the redesign. Paradise noted that the Martintown Road frontage remains designated for commercial use; a timeline for commercial construction was not finalized but staff said developers previously signaled commercial work would start in 2026. Planning staff also said some neighborhood residents opposed a local street connection but recommended a connection be retained for public‑safety access and emergency response times.
The item is before council for initial review (first reading) and will return for subsequent readings and any approvals required by the planning process.
