Commission recommends approval of Fox Hollow Estates preliminary plat, with irrigation and access conditions

A majority of the Chubbuck Land Use and Development Commission on June 9 recommended approval of the Fox Hollow Estates preliminary plat, directing that the project meet staff conditions before final platting.

Brady Smith, representing the applicant, told the commission the proposal would proceed in two phases and that the developer is seeking an R‑2 designation consistent with adjacent uses. "We're seeking an R2 designation which is consistent with our surrounding uses," Smith said, describing phase two as a smaller parcel that would include four townhome units while preserving the existing corner home.

City staff recommended approval with conditions. "Secondary irrigation facilities will be required to be designed and constructed in accordance with section 161230 of city code," said Sean Harris, Development Services Manager, who added the irrigation work "may require upgrades to the existing pump station or the installation of an independent irrigation pump station." Staff also said the final plat must be submitted in accordance with Title 17 of the Chubbuck municipal code and that the recommendation is conditional on City Council approval.

Commissioners pressed the applicant and staff on sewer and street access. One commissioner asked whether the lots would hook to sewer or rely on a drain field and why phase‑two access was proposed onto Filman Road rather than Avery Street; the applicant said access follows the developer's submitted layout and that irrigation options remain under investigation.

After discussion the commission voted by roll call to recommend approval; the vote was unanimous in favor (Stewart, Christopherson, Holmes, Bird and Bram voted yes). The recommendation goes to City Council for final action.

The staff conditions recorded in the meeting packet require design and construction of a secondary pressurized irrigation system per code and final plat submittal under Title 17; the City Council will consider the commission's recommendation at a future meeting.