Board approves family‑member subdivision waiver on Miller Lane despite staff reservations

Planner Cordell As Benson told the board that EXC 20‑26‑2 seeks a waiver of subdivision rules to permit a family‑member lot cut from a 31‑acre tract accessed by private Miller Lane. Staff explained the county ordinance generally limits additional lots from private easements and found the waiver inconsistent with ordinance criteria intended to protect access for emergency vehicles and orderly development. The Planning Commission recommended approval 7–0.

Board members asked about existing development and whether lots served by Miller Lane are already developed; staff said most are. The board discussed emergency access and noted a road maintenance agreement would apply. After discussion the board moved to approve the waiver request.