Planning panel approves Quinn private lane for two-lot subdivision access

The Riverton City Planning Commission on Aug. 27 approved PLZ-26-2038, a conditional use permit allowing a private lane to provide access to up to three lots at 1980 West 13400 South. Staff told the commission the site had been rezoned earlier and that the private‑lane proposal meets local land‑use and fire department criteria; the approval requires the applicant to return with a subdivision application.

"If the conditional use is approved tonight, they'll come back again one more time for the subdivision approval later," Tim, a city planning staff member, told the commission as he reviewed two conceptual lane layouts and applicable width and turnaround standards. Staff said the property is split R3 in the rear and R4 in front per a prior council decision and recommended approval subject to standard conditions.

Commissioners asked whether the curved option or the straight/offset option would be preferable for access and emergency turning. Applicant Dallas Quinn said the curved option would better preserve lot area. A public commenter raised confusion over whether the lane should be 25 feet or 20 feet; staff clarified that the configuration before the commission qualifies as a two‑lot private lane and that 20 feet of paved surface is consistent with city code for one or two lots.

Commissioner Clough moved to approve PLZ‑26‑2038 with conditions 1–10; Commissioner Marzo seconded. The commission voted unanimously to approve the conditional use permit. The applicant will return with detailed subdivision and engineering plans addressing fire department turnaround and final lane radii.

Next steps: staff will work with the applicant on subdivision engineering and fire department requirements before the final plat is scheduled for commission review.