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Planning commission approves waiver for three 50‑foot lots at Colorado Ave. and E. 39th St.
Summary
The Dickinson Planning & Zoning Commission approved a plat subdivision waiver allowing three 50‑by‑120‑foot lots (approximately 6,000 sq ft each) on a 0.41‑acre parcel, concluding the proposal maintains neighborhood character despite the block‑face average of 85.7 feet.
The Dickinson Planning & Zoning Commission voted to approve a plat subdivision waiver for Lots 13 through 18, Block 302 (approx. 0.41 acres) at the corner of Colorado Avenue and East 39th Street. Staff described the request as a developer proposal to create three 50‑foot‑wide lots where the block‑face average width is 85.7 feet.
Travis, city staff presenting the item, told the commission the requirement is calculated from the block face on that side of 39th Street and that “the average of the block face, for this area is 85.7 feet,” while the developer proposes 50‑foot lots comparable to the opposite side of the street. Commissioners questioned access, parking and how averages are computed; staff said parking would be in front with paved driveways and the homes would be typical single‑family footprints.
After discussion, Commissioner Deborah Fortner moved to approve the three lots and Bruce Henderson seconded. Chair Henderson called for the vote and the motion passed by voice vote; no opposition was recorded. The commission did not attach additional conditions beyond standard development and permitting requirements, and staff will proceed with the plat waiver processing and any related ministerial checks.
