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Planning Commission approves Silverbear plat amendment, requires demolition of nonconforming structures and improved access
Summary
The Planning Commission approved a two‑lot Silverbear subdivision amendment that reconfigures split‑zoned lots into single‑zone parcels, conditioned on removal of an existing house and shed before recording and upgrading the access easement to an all‑weather surface meeting emergency access standards.
The Springdale Planning Commission on June 17 approved a plat amendment to the Silverbear subdivision that redraws lot lines so the front portions sit in the village commercial zone and the rear portions sit in the valley residential zone, removing a split‑zoning nonconformity.
Nyall Connelly, the town staff contact presenting the application by San Patel, explained that the property currently has a house and shed that straddle the proposed new property line and that ‘‘any approval should be conditional on those structures being removed prior to this being recorded.’’ Connelly recommended a condition that the nonconforming structures be demolished before recording; commissioners also raised the need to ensure emergency vehicle access and an all‑weather surface where the rear lot would be served by an easement.
Commissioners discussed whether an easement agreement was required or whether showing the easement on the plat would suffice; staff said recording the easement on the plat is sufficient and noted that the subdivision standards require emergency vehicle access built to the fire marshal’s specifications when the staff portion exceeds 150 feet. Commissioners agreed to add a second condition that the easement be opened, cleared and improved to an all‑weather surface per ordinance; Commissioner Paul Zimmerman moved to approve the amendment with those conditions and Commissioner Terry Kruski seconded the motion.
The motion passed by voice vote. The approval is conditioned on (1) removal/demolition of the house and shed before the plat is recorded and (2) ensuring the access easement is cleared and surfaced to meet the town’s all‑weather/emergency access requirements. Subsequent demolition will require a separate permit and redevelopment will be reviewed later through design‑development review.
