Committee approves three‑lot subdivision in Boone Township with driveway and maintenance conditions

The Porter County Development Review Committee approved a three‑lot primary plat for Kelly G. Hall on July 2, subject to specific driveway and access conditions.

Applicants Kelly G. Hall and Bill Davies described the project as a three‑lot subdivision served by an existing gravel road that will require improvements to meet county highway standards. Engineering staff reported the application had been reviewed and found in conformance after two engineering reviews; staff recommended caution when constructing a proposed rain garden because improper compaction during construction can render such features ineffective.

Committee members emphasized that the private roadway and any bridge or culvert are the responsibility of the property owners and not the county. Members required a recorded driveway/access maintenance agreement tying maintenance responsibilities to the lots before the secondary plan. They also asked that driveway composition and a 16‑foot private roadway width detail be shown or noted on subsequent submittals.

The motion to approve was made subject to driveway composition and width notes and an access/driveway maintenance agreement; the motion was seconded and approved by voice vote. The transcript does not record a roll‑call tally.

Staff advised applicants to prepare for culvert inspection and to ensure the private roadway provides emergency vehicle access; options include constructing to bond or building and allowing county inspection prior to secondary approval.

The approval grants primary plan conformance with the stated conditions; remaining technical details are to be resolved during secondary plan and permit reviews.