In a recent government meeting, a proposal to subdivide two vacant parcels of land—13 acres and 16 acres—into a total of eight residential lots was discussed. The applicant aims to create four lots from each parcel, with plans for single-family homes on each. The properties are currently accessed via Tiger Loop, a private road that connects to Falling Road, which is maintained by the county.

The subdivision proposal has raised questions regarding compliance with local road standards, particularly Chapter 59, which governs private road specifications. According to the regulations, private roads serving ten to fifteen lots must be at least 22 feet wide and include a 50-foot ingress/egress easement. The proposed subdivision would increase the total number of lots served by Tiger Loop from eleven to seventeen, triggering the need for compliance with paving standards, which are required once the number of lots reaches sixteen.

Concerns were voiced by residents regarding the current condition of Tiger Loop, which they described as uneven and poorly maintained. Some residents expressed skepticism about the applicant's commitment to maintaining the road, especially as new traffic from the proposed homes could exacerbate existing issues. The applicant, Michael Smith, assured attendees that plans were in place to widen the initial 800 feet of Tiger Loop and establish a road maintenance agreement among the new homeowners to ensure ongoing upkeep.

Residents also raised issues about the lack of a current maintenance agreement for Tiger Loop, which has historically been a private road without formal maintenance provisions. The meeting highlighted the need for a comprehensive maintenance plan to address the road's condition and manage increased traffic effectively.

The proposal was ultimately approved, contingent upon the establishment of a road maintenance agreement that would cover the entirety of Tiger Loop, ensuring that all homeowners share the responsibility for maintaining the road. This decision aims to address both the immediate needs of the new subdivision and the long-term maintenance of the road for existing residents.

The meeting also touched on a separate agenda item regarding a rezoning request for a property on Charity Church Road, which is set to be discussed in future sessions.