In a recent government meeting, discussions centered around a proposed subdivision involving four lots, with a particular focus on the waiver request for proposed lot 1. This lot currently hosts an existing single-family residence and has an established driveway.

The proposal outlines that lots 2, 3, and 4 will require new driveway entrances from East Lampkin Ridge Road, for which the appropriate right-of-way activity permits have been applied. However, the highway department has mandated the removal of a preexisting driveway entrance from South Cooper Road that would have provided access to lot 4, insisting that all lots must access via East Lampkin Ridge Road.

The key issue at hand is a buildable area waiver for proposed lot 1. The preliminary plat indicates that East Lampkin Ridge Road bisects the property, leaving the portion north of the road, where the existing residence and driveway are located, with a buildable area of less than one acre. According to chapter 862, which governs subdivision provisions, a lot created through this method must have at least one acre of buildable area. However, the ordinance allows for a waiver if a preexisting residential structure is present on the lot.

Given the existing structure on proposed lot 1, the waiver request is deemed eligible and was presented for consideration during the meeting. The outcome of this request will determine the future development of the subdivision and its compliance with local regulations.