Commission rolls Poe Ridge preliminary plat for more fire‑flow and stormwater review

The Planning Commission voted to roll consideration of the preliminary plat for Poe Ridge, a proposed single‑family subdivision at 341 Hixson Street, after staff and public‑safety officials identified outstanding technical items.

Adam Levitt, the developer’s representative, told the commission he was awaiting fire‑flow calculations from North West Utility. Planner Kyra Jones and Public Works Director Steve Grant flagged missing items on the submitted plat, including an estimated fire flow, a corrected note showing Lot 46 has no access onto Hyatte Road, the width of a drainage easement near the mail kiosk, and EPB/Water Quality comments. "The parcel will need to hold most of the drainage and they cannot put more water on adjacent parcels such as the school," Grant said, urging stormwater documents be completed before final approval.

Fire Chief Morgan reminded commissioners that "1,000 gpm is required for water pressure," an element that may affect where lots receive service. Levitt said the developer plans to phase the property and split the parcel so only the upper portion is developed initially. Commissioner Nunley moved to roll the item to the next meeting; Commissioner Keith seconded and the motion passed unanimously.