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Ellis County sends Big Creek Estates preliminary plat back to zoning over wells, lot sizes and street design
Summary
The commission voted Jan. 6 to return the Big Creek 3rd Addition preliminary plat to the zoning board for specific commissioner recommendations on well setbacks, lot sizes, curb/capacity and whether streets will be public or private.
Environmental Services Director Justin Craig presented the Big Creek 3rd Addition preliminary plat application (PL2542), which proposes 14 residential parcels and a stormwater retention lot north of Reservation Road between Big Creek Drive and Logan Drive. Craig said required documents had been submitted and the Planning & Zoning Commission previously approved the preliminary plat, but neighbors had filed one protest petition as of the agenda date and concerns remained about well setbacks, double‑frontage lots, cul‑de‑sac design and whether streets should be public or private.
Commissioner Nathan Leiker asked County Counselor Bill Jeter whether private streets must meet county specifications; Jeter said private roads can have exceptions while public roads must meet county standards. Several residents, including James Graham and Chris Byer, objected during public comment; developer representative David Spady requested approval so the plat could advance. Commissioner Leiker requested the zoning board provide stated reasons for any requested street exceptions. The commission voted 3–0 to send the preliminary plat back to the zoning board with a list of recommended modifications and to have the applicant return with a final plat after those issues are addressed.
