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Planning Commission backs Falcons Landing master development agreement over neighbor objections
Summary
Grantsville’s Planning Commission recommended the Falcons Landing Master Development Agreement to City Council 2-1 after residents raised concerns about smaller lot sizes, stormwater, waived open-space fees and public notice; the recommendation requires a six-foot privacy fence and other conditions.
The Grantsville City Planning Commission on July 7 recommended approval of the Falcons Landing Master Development Agreement, a preliminary subdivision that would extend Wild Rose Drive and adjust lot sizes to enable a roadway connection, after a public hearing in which neighboring property owners urged changes.
Planning and Zoning Administrator Shelby Moore said the revised plat reduces the number of lots by one to allow a full extension of Wild Rose Drive and that staff supported the layout as providing a public benefit through improved future traffic circulation. She explained the developer requested reduced lot sizes in a portion of the subdivision and a waiver of the fee in lieu of open space, which staff estimated would be less than $10,000.
Residents and adjacent property owners testified that the reduced lot sizes and waived fees would harm privacy, reduce open space, create incompatible building heights, and leave unanswered stormwater and setback questions. Jeff Everett and other neighbors also pointed out what they said were inconsistencies with the City’s lot-size and setback standards and asked that the Commission require protections such as a privacy fence and clearer stormwater plans.
Developer representative Joe White said the extension of Wild Rose Drive improved connectivity and that the revised plan would result in 28 detached single-family lots rather than the previously approved attached twin units. He said the developer had coordinated necessary reviews, and staff had identified no issues that prevented a recommendation.
Commissioner John Montgomery moved to recommend approval with conditions including substantial conformity to the plans, completion of all development review requirements before plat recording, required permits for private water and wastewater, and installation of a six-foot privacy fence along adjoining residential properties; Vice Chair Jason Hill seconded. Commissioner Gary Merrill voted against the recommendation. The motion passed 2-1.
Next steps: the item will be considered by the Grantsville City Council; the Planning Commission’s recommendation includes conditions the council may adopt or modify.
