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Staff told the commission that both primary entrances on Highway 98 and the emergency access must be constructed as part of phase 1 and that because Highway 98 is controlled by the Alabama Department of Transportation, ALDOT would review the traffic study and require any necessary turn lanes or roadway improvements. Staff said flood-zone mapping and wetland reports had been provided and that a 30‑foot natural buffer is shown where applicable. The preliminary‑plat approval includes conditions requiring ALDOT permits and adherence to the approved amenity and open‑space schedule, with each phase required to install adequate open space and storm‑water drainage facilities.

Developer Mark Connor addressed the commission about an emergency-access routing issue. Connor said the county had raised a question about the recorded easement for a road commonly used for access; he described efforts to contact the owners and said, \"we have plan b\" as a secondary route while legal ownership and easement language are finalized. Connor also said the emergency access would be gated and equipped with a Knox box for emergency services.

Commissioners approved the preliminary plat subject to staff conditions by voice vote. ALDOT will continue technical review of the SR‑98 entrances and will set any required roadway improvements; staff said preliminary ALDOT review already indicates turn-lane work on the eastern entrance may be required.

The approval allows the developer to advance to final-plan stages under the county’s PRD and subdivision requirements, subject to the staff conditions and any ALDOT requirements for SR‑98 access.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Baldwin County Commission Planning and Zoning Meeting, April 3, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The planning commission approved the preliminary plat for Sailor’s Landing (227 lots, 225 residential) with conditions including ALDOT review of the Highway 98 entrances and construction of emergency access in phase 1; the developer noted an easement question for one access and said a backup route is provided.","taxTitle","Baldwin County, Alabama","taxId",12621,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6088454,"Planning commission recommends denial of rezoning for 44.25‑acre parcel over infrastructure concerns",1394,2451000,3845000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2880344-e6e12e8cf514da19ab87c4be32ec1114&start=2451&end=3845","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2880344-e6e12e8cf514da19ab87c4be32ec1114/thumbnail_2451000.jpg","/articles/6088454/Baldwin-County/Alabama/Planning-commission-recommends-denial-of-rezoning-for-4425acre-parcel-over-infrastructure-concerns","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6088454-9a8c03ac9b5bc902baa0c7a29d98b30f/orig.mp4?Expires=1770698155&Signature=EHDh14D4YvlBrPD0XfJMiJkLgeVNtqL4yhiDSyNJCLCRh0n6Nv4aoIVHEwFi5ObgT-HjStYf7ey4TOg6OVbI6ZLm-FW1kHCJJZ8x85EILJctn27G4rS6xWfE2d4MrCA5bGHO~IvcMHVNExaJedyUXpd7JkPJSiJLjsV9PAmPiVtDOYB4smLMvhj3G-6rGuRI7-E~N3jDl1x7c92Q0ZwgZKb5Rq5zydt2I7z7slnMA3XZSc-5unl2RPj5XbZc5J3v6nRQstmAO7bF5y4AjYRUFuKOg8YpX-5SdLGcfqi0icX8fY9UEAQkvbbOxV8idIRJEbR2Rk7pT6XX237J60a6Pg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Baldwin County Planning Commission voted to recommend denial to the County Commission of a rezoning request that would change 44.25 acres from RA (rural agriculture) to RSF‑2 (residential single-family) in Planning District 22.

Planning staff recommended approval, citing that the future land use map designates the area as moderate development potential and noting nearby areas with RSF‑2-sized lots. The applicant’s representative said the project had been substantially reduced from an earlier, larger proposal and that the developer had coordinated with staff on changes.

Members of the public spoke against the rezoning, raising concerns about existing road conditions, traffic backups, school capacity and lack of sewer. Real-estate agent and resident Abby Epperson told the commission: \"Our infrastructure, including roads, utilities, and emergency services are not prepared for such a rapid and dense development.\" Other speakers described heavy traffic on County Road 20, existing brown water and the prospect that septic—not sewer—would be required, necessitating larger lots.

Commissioners debated balancing existing land use, zoning and the future land-use map. Commissioners were split. After motions and discussion the commission voted to recommend denial to the County Commission. The roll-call recommendation to deny carried 5–3 (yes votes recommending denial: Michael Mullock, Greg Seibert, Jamie Stratiger, George Waters, Reed Key; no votes: Robert Davis, Scott Schamberger, Michael Fletcher). The planning commission noted the case will go to the county commission for a final decision (staff indicated it would likely appear in May).

The transcript records public concerns over road capacity, septic versus sewer, and school capacity; staff said those infrastructure items are reviewed in detail during subdivision review and that lot-size and utility constraints would be examined at that stage. The applicant said the lots would likely need to be approximately 20,000 square feet because septic—not sewer—would be used.","After public testimony focused on roads, schools and utilities, the planning commission voted 5–3 to recommend denial to the county commission of a rezoning request from RA to RSF‑2 for a 44.25‑acre property in Planning District 22.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6088459,"Commission approves White House Creek Estates Phase 1 preliminary plat",756,1674000,2430000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2880344-e6e12e8cf514da19ab87c4be32ec1114&start=1674&end=2430","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2880344-e6e12e8cf514da19ab87c4be32ec1114/thumbnail_1674000.jpg","/articles/6088459/Baldwin-County/Alabama/Commission-approves-White-House-Creek-Estates-Phase-1-preliminary-plat","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6088459-792759a03a38c718947a336c9827d275/orig.mp4?Expires=1770698155&Signature=Hd6TPYkpswaYFjIDLCMcdabMYD4TUO~-5m7CGN9hknQZUXv8EubRbv~vCWPqmi3EVwwvTgIkENfC~aq~1Hy5r-hr6ffc0bOlHrxIvyF5hukyNIN1dAOPxIH7iRISEDitdwkiIJnhVbgfn9dwEIG7osg0Edn9FJfXMT74Ci7GpGIYVgdLQatmGNkSw3UT65DmD-a6IAOb6lHt2j73nn~TtjNaqg1QsO8oXRV-n-IKgS~6~xjdIftVa1t-vgu-S6xkwxZgiTWRCykRHbPlu-9WEguc8pkJ4Aox6cjD2Akc-zbibZpWtP2kCKcmzXGgJTbK4sMPx2~28cNyOUMc~3hDMw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Baldwin County Planning Commission approved preliminary-plat review for White House Creek Estates Phase 1, a large-acre subdivision in the unzoned portion of Planning District 9.

Planning staff told commissioners the proposal divides the parcel into three lots to be served by wells, septic systems and Baldwin EMC for electricity. Staff said Lot 1 is shown as approximately 20 acres, Lot 2 about 30 acres and Lot 3 about 102 acres, with access from A.D. Bridal Road, a county-paved and -maintained road. Because the application is a large-acre subdivision, staff said a drainage narrative and a traffic study were not required at this stage.

Neighbor Greg Wallace asked how wetlands shown on the plat would be protected; staff responded that if future improvements require work in delineated wetlands the applicant would need Corps of Engineers permits. Wallace asked, \"what are they gonna do to keep that wetlands because it's a state law or something. You can't do anything with wetlands.\" Staff said existing aerial imagery and a site visit showed the wetland features were longstanding and no current disturbance was observed; future work affecting delineated wetlands would trigger permitting.

A resident who identified herself as a recent purchaser under the White House Creek Estates name raised concerns that parcels she had already bought appeared excluded from the new three-lot division and asked about HOA maintenance and the developer’s obligations; staff said those are private, civil matters between property owners and the developer.

Commissioners voted to approve the preliminary plat subject to the staff conditions shown in the staff report. The vote was taken by voice; the transcript records the motion and approval but no roll-call tally.

The approval allows the applicant to move forward under the county’s large-acre subdivision process; subsequent development that disturbs wetlands or requires infrastructure changes would require additional permits or review.","The planning commission approved a three-lot large-acre preliminary plat for White House Creek Estates Phase 1 in an unzoned area, with staff conditions. Residents asked questions about wetlands, road access and HOA responsibilities.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6088462,"Planning commission approves Dollar General site plan with delivery-path condition",303,1349000,1652000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2880344-e6e12e8cf514da19ab87c4be32ec1114&start=1349&end=1652","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2880344-e6e12e8cf514da19ab87c4be32ec1114/thumbnail_1349000.jpg","/articles/6088462/Baldwin-County/Alabama/Planning-commission-approves-Dollar-General-site-plan-with-delivery-path-condition","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6088462-c5a8488b7d5b2c7ecc428ad61ff7dbad/orig.mp4?Expires=1770698155&Signature=IhLUukeik68csxmJOybAwoxK5Tuphn4SvtXTueuToNwI1avyxUkOxpdaO6YOCe1jN5iB9bfN959CLywdW3R-JIYvRTeR3XLrNFqaOwcFeo3GabtaQVeb7qsuD02G-BSGKPDjYZtLJdb0wy3j80Kj9XTY59mQEV8JMOUhBuuJHm1OKWXr4JqjpwRf1mbrRC6R2A81vybnYvOGubOxCr~mbclFUh-NQgvG~2DTCZFw9PtqkWgLb7XXCP9R-5Qwn7p9fPROVUhj4Qt-8rcQA7KFve0X3i-xa2OcQsB3Wd-kzfD4rlLRSZmV9wE8YZ7ry1aFjI1ZQOOMQtWaijrRMMCQaw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Baldwin County Planning Commission approved a commission-site plan for a 10,640-square-foot Dollar General on County Road 10 in the Foley area, adding an explicit condition that the applicant submit a truck circulation plan for staff approval before the site plan becomes final.

Planning staff said the site is in Planning District 35, is near an existing commercial node at the intersection of County Roads 10 and 65, and that the proposed site plan conforms to the county’s zoning ordinance. Staff recommended approval with conditions shown on the staff report.

During the public hearing, commissioners raised concerns about truck deliveries and circulation at the intersection. Alyssa Haley, agent with the Broadway Group, told the commission the trucks would “pull in and pull to the front and then back up into that loading and unloading zone area” and offered to provide a truck path diagram. Haley said, \"We can provide a truck path showing how deliveries will be made.\" A commissioner proposed adding a condition that the applicant coordinate the delivery pattern with county staff; the motion to approve included that additional condition.

The applicant also received a parking variance due to lot-size limits, and staff said the site plan otherwise met ordinance standards. Commissioners approved the site plan with the added condition that the applicant submit a traffic/vehicle-movement plan for deliveries and coordinate with staff before final site-plan approval.

The vote was taken by voice and the case was approved as conditioned; the transcript does not record a roll-call tally.","The commission approved a 10,640-square-foot Dollar General at County Road 10 in Foley after the applicant agreed to provide a truck-path circulation plan acceptable to county staff to address delivery and access concerns.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6088467,"Planning commission approves Gaineswood Unit 2 preliminary-plat extension",262,989000,1251000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2880344-e6e12e8cf514da19ab87c4be32ec1114&start=989&end=1251","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2880344-e6e12e8cf514da19ab87c4be32ec1114/thumbnail_989000.jpg","/articles/6088467/Baldwin-County/Alabama/Planning-commission-approves-Gaineswood-Unit-2-preliminary-plat-extension","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6088467-eb38a444a0ac4b757e4655ca04bea20d/orig.mp4?Expires=1770698155&Signature=BZDlwsM8EXneoIBqi5UXw9Z8zz0PqQY4FFpIR1w7Hy5UU5JdIdW30JUTyTQvgkwGB5CBTRLTviQeoYCJVegfY8eNxJ564S61yh7dVBE06pO2tog6IXQu0rjRmSIRrLPop7JKmcJrbqj6dOZK1ESHhiT2pEknal7BVpELLk5v6SD0J8UXNFEDlTDznkRu9HG0pIEvSkSWobilIBNgEFoXoQzhLu~uQ2gVJGuBg8wz~O~yzpW2i8KPNFziWuAD4SJO0fvlsXtr1y~Bj0RCHVqRcm9zUwey6B9xXsXIaUjS-L-VDQKv51kxgqtcvZNV-3GpItAGgWXlwwJD9iMcyCI6gw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Baldwin County Planning Commission voted to approve a one-year extension for the preliminary plat previously approved as Gaineswood Phase 2 and approved a requested name change to Gaineswood Unit 2, Phase 1 and 2.

Planning staff said the developer, Summer View Development LLC, had delayed construction while obtaining an access permit from the Alabama Department of Transportation and that the ALDOT permit was recently issued in February. Staff told commissioners the extension would terminate at 4:30 p.m. on May 2, 2026, and that a final plat must be approved before that expiration; a second one-year extension is available under the county’s rules if necessary.

The commission’s approval followed staff presentation of maps and previously recommended conditions, including review and approval of construction plans by the Planning and Zoning Department and the need to return to the commission if modifications constitute a major change. Commissioner Michael Mullock moved to approve the extension; Jamie Stratiger seconded. The motion passed on a voice vote.

Staff identified wetlands on the property and said those wetlands and applicable buffers are shown on the plat. Staff also said drainage improvements and a traffic plan including two turn lanes had been reviewed under the prior approval. The staff presentation noted that construction plans must be uploaded and reviewed and that if modifications differ from the originally approved preliminary plat, the applicant must submit revised construction plans and may be required to return to the planning commission.

The commission did not record an individual roll-call tally for the extension vote. The case will proceed under the conditions the commission approved.

Clarifying details from the staff presentation included the developer name (Summer View Development LLC), the project’s location in Planning District 39 near State Highway 181 south of County Road 32 in the Fairhope area, and the stated ALDOT access-permit timing. Staff also noted that construction will include public street dedication and that a final plat is required prior to the extension expiration.","The Baldwin County Planning Commission approved a one-year extension and a name change for the Gaineswood Phase 2 preliminary plat after staff said the developer received an ALDOT access permit and is ready to resume construction.","actionData","errors"]

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