The council approved a simple lot division for a property situated on South German Street, allowing for two new parcels to be created. This decision follows a recent amendment to the city zoning ordinance, which now permits grid lots in the R3 zoning district to be developed into single-family residences. The owner plans to construct a single-family home on each parcel, and the planning commission had recommended approval of this division with conditions, including recording the resolution and establishing a utility easement.

Subsequent to the lot division approval, the council discussed a variance request for the same property. The variance is necessary due to the lot’s steep slope, which complicates construction unless the setback is adjusted. The planning commission also recommended approval of this request with specific conditions, and the council agreed, thereby enabling the construction process to move forward.