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Staff to split subdivisions from PUDs, add minor-subdivision path
Summary
Simonson said staff will propose code language separating subdivisions from PUDs, create a minor-subdivision review for up to four lots, and add condominium subdivision review to close loopholes; planning commission will see an amendment in an upcoming meeting.
Simonson told the joint session staff intends to amend the subdivision and PUD sections to separate the two processes and to create a minor-subdivision pathway that allows up to four lots through a two-step review. "Right now, the code says, you know, can't imagine a subdivision that isn't a PUD," Simonson said; staff will propose clearer language to allow limited minor subdivisions and to reduce barriers for modest lot divisions.
The draft also includes a condominium-subdivision exemption change so that condominium plats would be reviewed when used to avoid subdivision standards; staff noted past cases where condominium plats were used to alter parking and ownership structures without county review. Planning commission will review the proposed subdivision/PUD changes at an upcoming meeting, and staff invited BOCC members to attend.
