Planning commission approves Saddle Ridge Plat 2, finalizes 2.96-acre parkland dedication

At its July 13 meeting, the Norwalk City Planning and Zoning Commission approved the final plat for Saddle Ridge Plat 2, authorizing a continuation of residential development that will create 34 single-family lots and dedicate the remaining 2.96 acres required under the subdivision's parkland dedication agreement.

Elliot, who briefed the commission on the project, said the plat continues Plat 1 for the Saddle Ridge development on Beardsley Street, "34 single family, residential lots," and contains "the final piece of the parkland dedication for Saddle Ridge." He told commissioners the area is south of Lakewood, west of Legacy and east of Shadow Creek Estates, and that the newly dedicated parcel will connect to the Shadow Creek Estates parkland as part of a planned Greenway Corridor and could be used for a future city Greenway Trail.

The background: Plat 1 previously dedicated 6.41 acres for parkland; Elliot said Plat 2 contributes the remaining 2.96 acres outlined in the parkland dedication agreement. The commission asked for no public hearing on the item and received no public comments during this meeting.

Action taken: The commission voted by roll call to approve the final plat. The record shows votes in favor from Commissioner Thompson, Commissioner Eaton, Commissioner Danielson, Commissioner Forrest and Commissioner Steiger. Commissioner Garrison was recorded as absent. The motion carried, and the final plat was approved.

What this means: With the commission's approval, the developer may proceed with the final platting process under local subdivision rules and the terms of the parkland dedication agreement; the newly dedicated 2.96-acre parcel will be managed per the agreement and could be incorporated into future city greenway work.

Next steps and scheduling: The commission noted a possible July 27 meeting for ongoing development and zoning matters and adjourned at 5:54 p.m.