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Council approves Jardin South PAD allowing roughly 400-home subdivision; drainage, access and fire support discussed
Summary
The council adopted a Planned Area District (Jardin South) for about 107.94 acres south of Jardin de Belen that could include roughly 400 homes; staff said drainage studies were completed and access will use the existing center road with a future Mesa Alta outlet.
Development Services Director Steven Tomita presented the Jardin South Planned Area District, describing the site as approximately 107.94 acres directly south of the existing Jardin de Belen subdivision. Tomita said the PAD "is limited to 6,000 sq ft" for certain nonresidential areas and that drainage reports had been completed to address stormwater concerns raised by residents.
The applicant, joining by Teams, said the plan could result in about 400 homes, though cost estimates were not available. Tomita and councilors discussed density and access; Tomita said the primary entrance will be the center road connected to the existing neighborhood and that Mesa Alta should be added as a second access point. Chief Charles Cox noted fire-service planning is underway and that property along Camino is being considered for possible fire support needs.
Public commenters asked about storm-drain capacity in extreme events and neighborhood impacts. Jim Rende asked whether the design would handle 200‑year storm events; Tomita described detention and conveyance to the southeast corner to avoid overflow in Jardin. Paul Martinez asked about HOA rules and lighting; Richard Knittle voiced support for the PAD. Councilor Steven L. Holdman asked the applicant to designate a city contact when construction begins.
Councilor Steven L. Holdman moved to approve the PAD ordinance; Councilor Frank F. Ortega seconded and the council adopted the ordinance by roll call. Mayor Noblin said the city welcomes orderly growth and that the development will require additional coordination on infrastructure and services.
