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COUNCIL WORKSHOP
MAY 27, 2014 6:30 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A Council Workshop was held in the Council Chambers and called to order by Mayor Mark Mace at
6:30 p.m. on May 27, 2014.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
X Emelie Eaton _X Doug Poehls
X Bruce McGee X Richard Herr
Scot Stokes Chuck Dickerson
X Tom Nelson _X Bill Mountsier
OTHERS PRESENT:
Heidi Jensen, Chief Administrative Officer
Monica Plecker, Planning Director
Shirley Ewan, Clerk/Treasurer
Public Input (three - minute limit):
Iry Wilke thanked the Council for allowing the trap shoot at Riverside Park. The shoot had 16
shooters and 20 rounds. The shoot was done by 5:00 p.m. Mr. Wilke mentioned that there was more
shooting going on after 5:00, but after investigation by the police and sheriff's department it was
discovered that the shooting was coming from an area off the park limits. He also would like
someone from the group to thank the parks department for mowing. Mr. Wilke said that he mowed
the 2 ends of the rifle club building yesterday.
General items
There were none.
Executive Review:
• Recycling costs and options — Republic Services
Heidi informed the Council that the person or persons that wished to speak to the Council did
not attend. She will see if they plan on attending another night.
• Resolution — Preliminary Plat and Annexation for Moore Subdivision
Monica spoke in regards to the resolution to plat and annex Moore Subdivision. The
application for the plat and annexation is attached to the resolution. She then gave her staff
report stating that the location of the property is north of 8th Ave between Elm & Date. This
area is 7.85 acres and is zoned for residential manufactured homes. The subdivision will
contain 41 lots and will be annexed into the City. The application conforms to the Growth
Management Plan and meets the requirements to extend utility services. Monica stated that the
developer has chosen to provide cash in lieu of park land.
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The Planning Board held a public hearing on May 2, 2014 and received no opposition for the
application. The Board did suggest some conditions be met prior to final plat
The applicant has requested 3 variances for the right -of -way. The variance issue is due to the
fact that a new development requires a significant right -of -way. This property meets the
minimum lane width & parking width. The variance does not affect zoning or growth policy.
Monica stated that on page 2 of 6 in the application the 5 criteria that must occur to warrant
granting the variance are spelled out. The developer is proposing a 34 foot wide street that will
provide parking.
A Weed Management plan will be submitted to the County prior to final plat.
Bill asked what cash in lieu of park land means. Monica stated that if a developer chooses not
to provide park land in the subdivision they are required to pay a cash payment to the City for
the amount of land that they are choosing to retain. The cash will go into an account set up for
parks.
Bruce stated that appreciates the fact that it is being zoned for manufactured homes and will
not look like a mobile home park.
Doug asked if the water run off would be contained on the property and how did it get
determined as to how it would be contained. Monica stated that this is calculated through the
amount of volume of run off and it does meet that responsibility.
Monica reiterated that this housing will address one the concerns in the Growth Management
Plan in regards to not enough housing available in Laurel.
Tom stated that he agrees that we do need available housing in Laurel but he is concerned
about the width of the street in the development. Monica assured the Council that the street
will be wide enough, what will be missing is the amount of City easement on both sides of the
street. Instead of a 5 foot boulevard, the development may have a 3 foot boulevard. The
amount that is decreased is in the overall right -of -way not in the street width.
• Resolution — Landfill Use Agreement with the City of Billings
Heidi informed the Council that this resolution holds a 5 year agreement instead of the usual 1
year agreement. This will give the Solid Waste Department an edge on anticipating how much
funding will be available for capital each fiscal year. If the Council accepts the increase in
rates that will be before them on June 17 the department will be able to calculate what will be
available for the next 5 years.
Bruce stated that this rate increase for 5 years gives the City the opportunity to plan out the
next 5 years and commends the City for the forethought.
• Resolution — Maintenance Worker I job description
Heidi presented the next resolution stating that since the last employee in the Public Works
retired the department has chosen to not hire immediately to accommodate the payout for the
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retiree. The position that will be filled will now be a Maintenance I position. The City has not
used the Maintenance I position in several years. The position would be available to fill in
where needed which would include manning the transfer site on the week -ends. Hiring at a
lower level to start off with would give the employee the possibility of upward movement in
the department, as employees retire or resign.
Emelie inquired as to whether this position would be for a new employee being hired. Heidi
said yes, that would be the plan.
Bruce asked if this would be beneficial for the City Heidi stated that yes it would be a great
benefit. Someone would be available to check on calls received on the week -end and be
available if capable of fixing the problem, or able to call the supervisor to address the problem.
• Resolution — Authorize Blue Cross Blue Shield, Delta Dental, VSP renewal agreements
Heidi addressed the Council with the resolution to adopt the new insurance plans and
agreements. She stated that Blue Cross has been sold to a large conglomerate but will remain
Blue Cross. The Company has offered the Blue Sky Select Plan (City current plan) with a
10% increase or the choice of going to another plan called Blue Dimensions with 1.1%
increase. The difference in this plan over the Blue Sky Select plan is the prescription
deductible will now be higher and the out -of- pocket deductible will be slightly higher. The
plan was brought before the Insurance Committee and was approved by the unions and non-
union employees.
Tom mentioned that once this resolution is behind us he would like to see the Insurance
Committee amended, for more consistency and continuity in the Committee.
• Discussion — Management Budget
Heidi stated that the management budget would before the Council at the next Council
meeting and requested Shirley go through the significant changes. Shirley requested the
Council go through the memo attached to the budget for significant changes and capital that
has been selected in the upcoming budget year. Shirley briefly explained the changes and
additions to the budget for the Fiscal Year 14 -15 and asked if there were any questions,
realizing that the Council would need time to digest all of the information brought before
them.
Emelie inquired as to whom she should address her questions after going through the budget.
The Mayor stated that questions should be e- mailed to Shirley.
• Council Issues:
o Lease Task Force update
Nothing to report.
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o Update on 2011 Yellowstone River flooding event
Heidi stated that the river is at flood level in Livingston and the temperature tomorrow
is going to be 92 degrees which gives a 16 hour lag time before the river is at flood
level here in Laurel. Heidi distributed pictures of the river and showed the Council
where the most damage is being done. The ground was supposed to hold the riprap in
place but has failed to do so. The riprap moving downstream is creating deep holes in
the topography of the water and causing eddies to form that fill with debris and wash
away more of the shore. As of 3:45 p.m. the river ground water has not come up in the
park. The riprap along with some new foliage have washed down the river. Great
West and Wilson Brothers have both been called in. All state and federal agencies,
except the Army Corp, have approved trying to save the rest of the bank. Heidi has a
call into the Corp and is waiting for their approval.
Emelie asked if the Corp will say no to try to save the bank. Shannon Johnson from
the Corp has filled out a permit for the City and will let us know as soon as she finds
out if it will be permitted. Meanwhile Wilson Brothers are securing more riprap to try
to save the berm.
Heidi will keep the Council appraised of events as they happen.
Other items
• The Mayor would like to place Richard Dawes' name on the agenda as a new appointee to the
EMS Committee.
• He also informed the Council that he will be signing a small service contract with Castlerock
to replace the culvert on Cottonwood. The Public Works Director was able to arrange this
replacement of the culvert at a lower cost than Dick Anderson could provide. Time was of the
essence in this matter, consequently the contract will be signed prior to the next agenda.
Review of draft council agenda for June 3, 2014
• Public Hearing — Preliminary Plat and Annexation for Moore Subdivision
• Agenda for next Council is OK as stated.
Attendance at the June 3, 2014 council meeting
• Everyone present tonight will attend the meeting on the 3 of June.
Announcements
• Doug reminded the Council that the EMS meeting will be held on June 2, 2014 at 5:30 p.m.
• Richard stated that a citizen of Laurel has inquired as to weed control at Riverside Park. Heidi
stated that all of the City parks were sprayed last week and there should be a notable
difference in the next week.
• Tom stated that the Cemetery Committee will be meeting May 29 at 5:30 p.m.
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The council workshop adjourned at 7:43 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Vkt (;
Shirley Ewan
Clerk/Treasurer
NOTE: This meeting is open to the public. This meeting is for information and discussion of the Council for the
listed workshop agenda items.
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Cindy Allen
From: Monica Plecker
Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2014 3:03 PM
To: Cindy Allen
Subject: Items for Sam
Attachments: doc045849.pdf; doc045848.pdf; Annexation_ City Council Staff Report.docx; Moore
SubdivisionCity Council Staff Report.docx
Hi Cindy,
I've attached a couple of items for the June 3rd meeting.
1. Staff report — preliminary plat of Moore Subdivision an Addition to the City of Laurel. (All associated documents
are in the large binders downstairs)
2. Staff report — Request for annexation of the proposed Moore Subdivision an Addition to the City of Laurel and
associated documents for annexation.
Also, for the preliminary plat...the developer is now proposing a 34' wide street so staff is now recommending proposed
condition #9 be removed, that is reflected in the new staff report. The resolution should approve the 3 variance
requests, staff report, findings and staff suggested conditions of approval.
Thanks,
Monica
Monica Plecker 1 Planning Director 1 City of Laurel
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REQUEST FOR ANNEXATION
AND PLAN OF ANNEXATION
1. Only parcels of land adjacent to the City of I.aurel municipal limits %%ill he considered for
annexation. - Adjacent to also includes being across a public right of ‘vay. if the parcel to be
annexed is smaller than one city block in size (2.06 acres), the City Council must approve
consideration of the request; the applicant must make a separate written request to the
City Council stating their wish to annex a parcel of land less than one city block in. Once
the Council approves the request the applicant can apply for the annexation.
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3. Parcel to be annexed: (if it not surveyed or of public record. it must he of public record PRIOR
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zoning,: P-c NAC,VALA fl/s4." tiC
(land which is being annexed automaticallv becomes zoned R-7500 when it is officially annexed
(City ordinance 17.12.220)
4. City services: The extension of needed City services shall be at the cost of the applicant after
annexation by the City has been approved. As part of the application process. each of the
f011owing City services must he addressed with an explanation:
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Water Service:
Location of exi t' stin main: \IC\I\ie... Ort (-(' V t ‘-L1.n:1 Deite- tt' f'
Cost Of extension of approved service: ot
How cost determined:
Timefiame lbr installation: Flqt -1-t- 2 - ` - ' °-
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Streets: PIA i- t`A LA AI- A1. SrA aF P .ko1'/ =t�� r,
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Timeframe for construction: Pl t�<< 1 i C I�r c• .•4 f „ ( S 2„[II
Other required improvements: Provide above information on attached pages.
Applicant must meet with the proper planning representative PRIOR to filling out this
application!
5. A map suitable for review of this application of the proposed area to be annexed must be
submitted with this application.
6. A written Waiver of Protest must accompany this application, suitable for recording and
containing a covenant to run with the land to be annexed, waiving all right of protest to the
creation by the City of any needed improvement district for construction or maintenance of
municipal services. This Waiver of Protest must be signed by the application prior to
annexation by the City.
7. Requests for annexations are referred to the City - County Planning Board for recommendation to
the City Council. Within thirty (30) days after receiving the properly filled out application with
all required accompaniments and after conducting a duly advertised public hearing, the City -
County Planning Board shall make recommendation to the City Council as to this Request for
Annexation. If more information is needed from the applicant during the review of the
application, such application shall be deemed incomplete and the timeframe for reporting to the
City Council extended accordingly, if needed.
8. Fees are to accompany application upon submission:
Annexation into City of Laurel (80 acres or less) $300 t $25.00 /acre
Annexation into City of Laurel (81 acres or more) $300 + $35.00 /acre
The City Council of the City of Laurel, Montana, after review and consideration of this Application
for Annexation found such to be in the best interest of the City, that it complied with State code, and
approved this request at its City Council meeting of:
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LAUREL CITY - COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
TO: City Council
FROM: Monica Plecker, Planning Director
RE: Application for Annexation
HEARING
DATE: June 3, 2014
INTRODUCTION:
Ray Moore has applied for annexation of his property located north of East 8 Street and East
Maryland along Date Avenue. The property is legally described as NUTTING BROS 2ND
FILING, S10, TO2S, R24, LOTS 7 &8.
1. Ray Moore is requesting the annexation of his property identified above. The property is
zoned Residential Manufactured Homes. The property is 7.85 acres in size and is
currently vacant land.
2. The application identifies the future use as a 41 lot subdivision for manufactured homes.
The applicant has also submitted an application for preliminary plat for Moore
Subdivision an Addition to the City of Laurel.
3. The application for preliminary plat provides a detailed Subdivision Improvements
Agreement, which satisfies the development agreement improvement.
4. A letter was provided to the applicant from Great West stating the City has the capacity
to serve the proposed subdivision, a requirement of the annexation policy.
5. The application conforms to the goals of the City of Laurel Growth Management Plan.
The Future Land Use map identifies this area as Residential Manufactured Homes.
6. This application in conjunction with the application for preliminary plat meets the
requirements of the City of Laurel Annexation Policy.
7. As per the annexation policy requirements adopted by Ordinance No. 008 -02, the
planning board shall conduct a public hearing and forward a recommendation to the City
Council. The public hearing has been advertised and scheduled at a regular Planning
Board meeting to be held May 2, 2014.
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ANNEXATION CRITERIA AND REQUIREMENTS
A: The City Council shall consider the following criteria when it receives a written petition for
annexation:
• The property must be located within an area identified by city staff as a location for future city
annexation or annexation of the property will promote orderly growth of the city to protect the
health, safety and welfare in areas intensely utilized for residential, commercial, institutional
and governmental purposes.
• The city must be able to provide adequate city services within a time period mutually agreed to
by the property owner requesting annexation and the city;
• Existing or proposed public improvements within the area to be annex must meet all city
standards. If the public improvements are not constructed at the time of annexation, the
property owner shall provide the city a bond or letter of credit that equals 125% of the
estimated engineering costs for the construction of improvements. If the property owner fails to
construct the improvements or to obtain the agreed upon engineering, the city shall utilize the
bond or letter of credit to pay for the construction, including engineering; In accordance with
GASB -34, the Developer of Landowner shall provide the city the total cost and /or value of the
improvements including, but not limited to, parks, sidewalks, curb and gutter, lift stations, and
sewer and water lines, that are conveyed to the city;
• All property owners within the area to be annexed must sign a Waiver of Right to Protest the
creation of Special Improvement Districts for engineering and construction of improvements
including, but not limited to, streets, sidewalks, curb and gutter and the creation of a Park
Maintenance District, in a form acceptable and approved by the city;
• Residential densities within the area to be annexed must be rezoned at a minimum density of R-
7500; and
• The proposed land use within the area to be annexed must conform to the goals of the Laurel
Yellowstone City - County Planning Board Growth Policy.
B: The City Council may decide to either condition the approval of the annexation in order to meet the
criteria listed in Section A herein or require an annexation agreement. The conditions of approval must
be clearly stated in the resolution of annexation or if required, the annexation agreement. If the
property to be annexed is not developed, the conditions of approval or annexation agreement shall
include a requirement for:
• A development agreement prior to the issuance of a building permit;
• A subdivision improvements agreement at the time of final plat approval, if applicable and
• An executed Waiver of Right to Protest creation of Special Improvement Districts for
engineering and construction of improvements including, but not limited, streets, sidewalks,
curb and gutter and the creation of a Park Maintenance District, in a form acceptable and
approved by the City.
SUGGESTED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
1. In the event public improvements have not been completed at the time a building permit is
applied for, the applicant shall provide a development agreement.
2. A Subdivision Improvements Agreement shall be executed with Final Plat approval.
3. A waiver of right to protest shall be executed and filed with the Clerk and Recorder at the
time of annexation approval.
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LAUREL CITY - COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
TO: Laurel City Council
FROM: Monica Plecker, Planning Director
RE: Moore Subdivision an Addition to the City of Laurel
HEARING
DATE: June 3, 2014
INTRODUCTION:
In March 2014, Ray Moore, applied for major preliminary plat approval for Moore Subdivision
which contains 41 lots on approximately 7.85 acres of land for residential development. The
subject property is located east of Date Avenue, North of 8 St, South of Maryland Lane, West
of City Park. The property is not within the City of Laurel but the property owner is petitioning
for annexation.
RECOMMENDATION:
• Planning Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the staff report and Findings of
Fact as presented in this staff report. Planning Staff also recommends the Proposed
Condition of Approval #9 be omitted as the developer has proposed a 34' wide street to
accommodate parking.
• The City /County Planning Board recommends approval for preliminary plaT of Moore
subdivision with the staff suggested conditions of approval and approval of the variance
requests.
VARIANCES REQUESTED:
1. Width of Right of Way for Elm Avenue
2. Width of Right of Way for Date Avenue
3. Width of Right of Way for Maryland Lane
After reviewing the applicants detailed facts of hardship the planning board has recommended
approval of all three variance requests because the subdivider has demonstrated that the request
satisfies the following findings:
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1. The granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or
general welfare or injurious to other adjoining properties.
2. Because of the particular physical, shape, or topographical condition of the specific
property involved, an undue hardship to the owner would result if the strict letter of the
regulation was enforced;
3. The variance will not result in an increase in taxpayer burden;
4. The variance will not in any manner place the subdivision in nonconformance with any
adopted zoning regulation or Growth Policy; and
5. The subdivider must prove that the alternative design is equally effective and objectives
of the improvements are satisfied.
PROPOSED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
Pursuant to Section 76 -3- 608(4), MCA, the following conditions are recommended to reasonably
minimize potential adverse impacts identified within the Findings of Fact:
1. The property shall be annexed into the City of Laurel.
2. All public improvements shall be built to Montana Public Work Standards and to the
specifications made in the Subdivision Improvements Agreement provided with the
application for preliminary plat.
3. To minimize effects on local services, utility easements shall be provided on the final
plat.
4. To minimize the effects on local services, a centralized mailbox unit shall be provided as
coordinated by the U.S. Postal Service along the north side of East 8 Street. There shall
also be a concrete pad.
5. Minor changes may be made in the SIA and final documents, as requested by the
Planning, Legal or Public Works Department to clarify the documents and bring them
into the standard acceptable format.
6. To minimize the effects on the natural environment, a weed management plan and
property inspection shall be approved by the County Weed Department, prior to final plat
approval.
7. Cash in lieu of parkland shall be received with final plat approval.
8. All curb boxes shall be installed a maximum of 5 feet from the side lot boundary.
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10. The final plat shall comply with all requirements of the Laurel - Yellowstone City- County
Planning Area Subdivision Regulations, rules, regulations, policies, and resolutions of the
City of Laurel, and the law and Administrative Rules of the State of Montana.
PROCEDURAL I-I.ISTORYY:
• A pre- application meeting was conducted with Planning Staff for the proposed
subdivision
• The preliminary plat pre - application sufficiency and completeness review was done
and submitted to the owners agent
• The City /County Planning Board held a public hearing on May 1S and forwarded a
recommendation to the Laurel City Council.
PLAT INFORMATION:
In March, Ray Moore applied for major subdivision preliminary plat approval for Moore
Subdivision an Addition to the City of Laurel. The proposed subdivision contains 41 -lots on
7.85 acres of land for residential development. The subject property is located east of Date
Avenue, North of 8 St, South of Maryland Lane, West of City Park. The property is not within
the City of Laurel but the property owner is petitioning for annexation.
General location: East of Date Avenue, North of 8 St, South of Maryland Lane,
West of City Park
Legal Description: NUTTING BROS 2ND FILING, 510, T02 S, R24 E, Lot 7 — 8
Subdivider and Owner: Ray Moore
Engineering and Surveyor: Owner has dismissed and is using C &H Engineering as a
representative
Existing Zoning: Residential Manufactured Home
Existing Land Use: Vacant /Open
Proposed Land Use: Residential Manufactured Homes
Gross Area: 7.85
Proposed # of Lots: 41
Lot Sizes: Approximately 6000 sq.ft.
Parkland Requirements: Cash in lieu of parkland will be received.
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PROPOSED FINDINGS OF FACT:
The Findings of Fact for the preliminary plat of Moore Subdivision an Addition to the City of
Laurel have been prepared by the Laurel City- County Planning Department staff for review by
the City /County Planning Board. These findings are based on the preliminary plat application
and address the review criteria required by the Montana Subdivision and Platting Act (76 -3 -608,
MCA) and the Laurel - Yellowstone City - County Planning Area Subdivision Regulations.
A. What are the effects on agriculture and agricultural water user facilities, local
services, the natural environment, wildlife and wildlife habitat and public health
and safety? (76- 3- 608(3)(a), MCA) (Section 3 (C)(3)(a), LYCCPASR)
1. Effect on agriculture and agricultural water user facilities.
The proposed Moore Subdivision will have no impact on agriculture. The 7.85 acre
Moore Subdivision site is currently a vacant lot. It is surrounded on three sides by land
that has been annexed into the City of Laurel; therefore, the site is no longer considered a
viable farming unit. Areas to the South and West are currently mobile home parks and the
area to the east and north are parkland.
There are no existing irrigation rights with the property and no modification to existing
ditches will occur with the development.
2. Effect on local services
a. The subdivision improvements agreement has provided detailed information
regarding:
• Water
• Sanitary sewer
• Storm drainage
• Streets
• Parks and Open Space
• A detailed phasing plan
3. Effects on the natural environment
The proposed subdivision is proposed as a 41 lot major subdivision. The development is
proposed to contain 41 single family residential manufactured homes. The property has a
zoning designation of RMH and is being annexed into the City concurrent with the
preliminary plat. The proposed subdivision will have minimal impact on local services as
it is surrounded on three sides by existing city land.
4. Effects on wildlife and wildlife habitat
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There are no known endangered species or critical game ranges on site. Due to the history
of agricultural use near the site, and the adjacent residential use, it provides little wildlife
habitat. A letter was sent to the FWP for comment, but no comments were included in the
application. Wildlife species consist mainly of rodents and common birds. Little cover
and shelter is available for wildlife species in the area.
5. Effects on public health and safety
The proposed subdivision will improve the public health and safety in the City of Laurel.
Cash -in -lieu donation for parkland will be able to be used to better maintain city parks.
Also, the proposed subdivision will improve access for the public by installing sidewalks
along 8 Street and Maryland Lane. This will allow residents in the area to safely walk to
the park.
B. Was an Environmental Assessment Required? (76- 3-603, MCA)(Section 16.9
LYCCPASR)
An environmental assessment was required and submitted with the application.
C. Does the subdivision conform to the Montana Subdivision and Platting Act and to
local subdivision regulations? (76 -3-608 (3)(b), MCA)
The subdivision, with proposed conditions, satisfies the requirements of the Montana
Subdivision and Platting Act and conforms to the design standards specified in the
LYCCPASR. The subdivider and the local government have complied with the
subdivision review and approval procedures set forth in the local and state subdivision
regulations.
D. Does the subdivision conform to sanitary requirements? (Section 3(C)(3)(e),
LYCCPASR)
A water and sewer design report has been included with the application. The Subdivision
Improvements agreement identifies the developer responsibilities in connecting to City
water and sewer services.
E. Does the proposed plat provide easements for the location and installation of any
utilities? (76- 3- 608(3)(C), MCA
Utility easements shall be provided on the face of the final plat.
F. Does the proposed plat provide legal and physical access to each parcel within the
subdivision and notation of that access on the plat? (76 -3 -608 (3)(d), MCA)
Legal and Physical access to all lots has been provided and is shown on the preliminary
plat.
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CONCULSIONS OF FINDINGS OF FACT
• The preliminary plat of Moore Subdivision does not create any adverse impacts that
warrant denial of the subdivision.
• With the proposed conditions, Moore Subdivision is in compliance with the Montana
Subdivision and Platting Act, LYCCPASR and the City of Laurel Growth Management
Plan.
• All public improvements shall be built to Montana Public Work Standards.
ATTACHMENTS
A: Preliminary Plat and Associated Documents
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