Commissioners press staff on water, sewer and drainage as R‑2 changes advance
Summary
During debate on R‑2 revisions, commissioners asked whether city water, sewer, and stormwater systems can handle increased density. Staff said mains were camera‑inspected and usable, but recommended per‑site service checks; lead service lines and reporting requirements were also discussed.
As the commission debated smaller setbacks and narrower minimum widths, members pressed city staff about water, sewer and stormwater capacity in Parkview and the Lambert area.
Commissioners asked whether the existing mains and taps could support additional homes; Lonnie said mains had been camera‑inspected and generally 'good' and that, "When you build a new house, you're automatically required to get a new sewer and water tap. But what we try to do is if the old taps are still good, let's use them." He and others noted the city will not routinely replace main lines but new builders are responsible for service lines from the house to the meter box.
Several commissioners raised lead service line replacement and reporting obligations; staff agreed that if lead service lines are found they must be reported and replaced. Commissioners asked staff to include infrastructure readiness (including stormwater and drainage) in any draft ordinance and mapping, and to note where road extensions or new lift stations would be needed to support development.
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