Council committee backs two‑lot subdivision and rezoning at 935 West Ellis

The Community & Economic Development Committee recommended approval of a preliminary and final two‑lot subdivision at 935 West Ellis, a rezoning from R‑1 to R‑2 single‑family residential and a resolution vacating three feet of the Ellis Street right‑of‑way in District 1. Staff said the proposal conforms to R‑2 bulk standards and an amendment to the comprehensive plan that envisioned redevelopment under R‑2 criteria; the Plan Commission unanimously recommended approval and staff concurred.

A council member raised a question about concrete edging and culvert slope; staff confirmed a condition addressing edging was included in the subdivision plan and agreed to monitor slope and seeding to avoid future maintenance issues. The committee voted in favor and placed the package on the evening consent agenda.