City Plan Commission approves Sarita Lane and Sadova Logistics subdivisions, grants exceptions

The El Paso City Plan Commission on June 4 approved two subdivision applications in the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction.

Yuna Aguilar of Planning and Inspections presented the Sarita Lane major combination application, describing a proposal to subdivide 21.11 acres into five single-family lots ranging roughly 1.87 to 12.98 acres. Staff recommended approval and supported an exception request to waive the dedication and construction of an additional 5 feet of right-of-way along Mulan Road. The applicant, represented by Enrique Ella of KA Consulting, said the applicant agreed with staff recommendations. A motion to approve the item was made and seconded and the commission recorded the item as approved.

Alonso Hernandez of Planning and Inspections presented Sadova Logistics, a proposed subdivision of 9.98 acres into two commercial lots of about 4.99 acres each. The owner offered to dedicate 42 feet of right-of-way for a future Sevalia Avenue. Staff recommended approval and recommended granting exceptions under El Paso City Code Title 19 to allow a block perimeter in excess of 2,400 feet and to waive the construction of all improvements for Sevalia Avenue. The commission moved, seconded and approved the staff recommendation.

Why it matters: Subdivisions and the exceptions approved affect future development of local streets and the timing of infrastructure construction. The Sarita Lane approval reduces immediate right-of-way construction for the developer in exchange for a staff-supported exception; the Sadova Logistics approval similarly waives near-term construction of Sevalia Avenue, while securing a future dedication.

Votes at a glance: The transcript records the motions, seconds and multiple recorded “Aye” responses for both items but does not include a roll-call tally with individual member votes. The minutes should be consulted for an official roll call if required.

Next steps: For Sarita Lane, staff noted the project was reviewed under the current subdivision code and recommended approval on a major combination basis. For Sadova Logistics, staff said the exception requests meet the criteria in Title 19 and that the approved exceptions will remain tied to the subdivision approvals. The commission moved to adjourn after completing its final agenda item.