Planning Commission
Summary
The Halifax Township Planning Commission met on October 3, 2011, with members Fred Ford, Mark Reed, Randy Paul, Bruce Warshawsky, and Tom Wilson present; Steve Sipe and Bob Artman were absent. The brief meeting focused on three land development requests and an update on the township's ongoing subdivision ordinance revision. All motions passed unanimously.
- Wirrick land development inquiry: Paul Wirrick and his wife asked about regulations for allowing their son to build a house on their lot. The solicitor explained land development plan requirements and noted they would need an access agreement with a neighboring property owner. They were advised to hire an engineer before proceeding; no formal action was taken.
- Reinfeld mobile home waiver: Harlan Reinfeld sought approval to place a replacement mobile home on his property as a temporary arrangement while his son's family eventually moves into the existing house or builds a new one. The commission recommended approving a waiver from the full land development plan process (3-0), subject to four conditions: the mobile home may not exceed 1,000 sq. ft., a reasonable timeframe for habitation must be set, an SEO inspection is required, and a building permit must be obtained.
- Povavec land development plan: The commission recommended waiving the Section 404 Preliminary Plan requirement (3-0) and then recommended approval of the development plan (3-0).
- Strohecker land development plan: Same two-step action — the commission recommended waiving the Section 404 Preliminary Plan requirement (3-0) and recommended approval of the plan (3-0).
- SALDO update: The solicitor reviewed remaining work on the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance revision. The commission decided to proceed with the SALDO update but will defer the Flood Plain Ordinance section until the county finalizes updated flood maps, expected around March 2012.
Who was there
Fred Ford (Planning Commission Member) · Mark Reed (Planning Commission Member) · Randy Paul (Planning Commission Member) · Bruce Warshawsky (Planning Commission Member) · Tom Wilson (Planning Commission Member) · Carolyn Nye (Secretary)
Meeting business
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Randy Paul made a motion to approve the August 1, 2011 minutes as written, seconded by Mark Reed. Motion carried 3-0. There were no September minutes due to that meeting being cancelled.
BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR
Paul Wirrick and his wife came before the Board expressing their intention to allow their son to build a house on their lot. The Solicitor explained land development plan regulations and noted the Wirricks would need an agreement from the neighbor to allow access on his property. They were advised to seek the services of an engineer before proceeding and agreed to do so.
NEW BUSINESS
Harlan Reinfeld asked about regulations for placing a mobile home on his property to replace a previous one, noting it would not be permanent as his son and family will eventually move into the existing house or build another. Mark Reed made a motion to recommend approving a waiver for a land development plan subject to four conditions: mobile home not to exceed 1,000 sq. ft., a reasonable time frame for habitation, inspection by SEO, and a building permit. Motion seconded by Randy Paul, carried 3-0.
Randy Paul made a motion to recommend a waiver of Section 404 Preliminary Plan, seconded by Mark Reed, carried 3-0. Mark Reed then made a motion to recommend approval of the plan, seconded by Randy Paul, carried 3-0.
Randy Paul made a motion to recommend a waiver of Section 404 Preliminary Plan, seconded by Mark Reed, carried 3-0. Mark Reed then made a motion to recommend approval of the plan, seconded by Randy Paul, carried 3-0.
OLD BUSINESS
The Solicitor reviewed what needs to be done on the SALDO. Flood maps will not be available until approximately March 2012. The Board decided to move forward with the SALDO with the exception of the Flood Plain Ordinance, which will be taken up when the County finalizes the maps.
ADJOURNMENT
Randy Paul made a motion to adjourn at 8:03 p.m., seconded by Mark Reed. Motion carried 3-0.
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