Agenda - Council - 10/14/2025 - Laserfiche WebLink

Home

Mr. Oshaughnessy commented on the restrictions of lot three because of the location of the power lines and noted that he would not want to further restrict the home placement for that lot. Planning Manager Larson commented that staff understand that the power line easement cuts up the proposed lot, but did not believe that reducing that lot size by ten to 20 feet would impact the ability to build a home. Similarly, he did not believe that the other proposed lot would be impacted by slightly reducing the width. Councilmember Peters asked and received confirmation that the applicant will be keeping the pole barn. Commissioner Anderson asked and received confirmation that a variance would not be required if the applicant followed the staff suggestion shown in red on the map. Commissioner Musgrove asked if there were any thoughts on having one access to 47, which could provide access to lots one, two, and three. Mr. Oshaughnessy commented that he does not like easements as they create problems for landowners and therefore does not want a shared entrance. Duwayne Skoglund, 5801 170th Lane, stated that he is opposed to the applicant doing anything. He stated that this is the fourth time the applicant has proposed something that would include a variance. He noted a previous request for an organic farm, another to build a second home, and now a request to create four lots. He stated that he appreciates honest people, and the applicant has not done anything to hold by his word to have one home with an organic farm. He believed that the applicant should have been honest from the beginning, that he had plans to develop over 20 years. Diane Weber, 5450 173rd Avenue NW, stated that she had concerns about how the septic systems and wells would be managed. She commented that there has always been one road in and out of the neighborhood and would prefer not to have an entrance coming off 47. She commented that there is a lot of wildlife in the area and wants to ensure that they are protected. She asked if the next stage would be to develop the land behind this area. She commented on poor construction management that has occurred on one lot in the area, not related to this request. Planning Manager Larson provided additional information on the review and inspection that occurs for septic systems. Ms. Weber asked if there is a required distance from the power lines for buildings. Planning Manager Larson replied that the power lines lie within a 175-foot easement where buildings cannot be placed. He noted that anything more significant than a driveway or sports court would need the approval of the power company. Ms. Weber asked for information on access and commented on the poor road condition. She asked if there would be a plan for reconstruction of the road as part of this request. She noted that the Planning Commission/ August 28, 2025 Page 7of13