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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 13 PLAN COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DECEMBER 2, 2025 ITEM 13: Final Plat for the Creation of a 30-Lot Single-Family Residential Subdivision West of Mockingbird Way and East of Windsong Terrace (Fifth Addition to Casey’s Meadow South) Applicant: Chet Wesenberg Owner: Casey’s Meadow, LLC Applicable Ordinance Provisions: Requirements governing platting are located within Article XIII, Subdivisions; Sections 30-441 through 30-446 of the Zoning Ordinance. Property Location and Background Information: The subject site is situated east of Clairville Road and west of the current boundaries of Casey’s Meadow South, initially developed in 2005. On August 12, 2025, the Council approved a 91-lot preliminary plat for the Fifth Addition to Casey’s Meadow South (Res 25-433). This preliminary plat will be developed in three phases, each containing approximately 30 lots. The Fifth Addition encompasses portions of two lots, totaling 8.655 acres, both currently vacant or used for agricultural purposes. The lots are zoned as Single Family Residential-5 (SR-5), aligning with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan’s recommendation for light density land use. The surrounding area is mostly undeveloped or agricultural with exception of Casey’s Meadow South development to the east. There are several rural-style, single-family uses along Clairville Road and a cable service provider facility on the west side of Clairville Road. Existing Site Land Use Zoning Undeveloped/Agricultural Single Family Residential-5 (SR-5) Adjacent Land Use and Zoning Zoning North Undeveloped/Agricultural Single Family Residential-5 (SR-5) South Undeveloped/Agricultural Single Family Residential-5 (SR-5) East Single-Family Residential Single Family Residential-5 (SR-5) West Single-Family Residential & Undeveloped Single Family Residential-5 (SR-5) Page 1 Item 13 – Final Plat – Fifth Addition to Casey’s Meadow South Land Use Recommendation Land Use 2040 Comprehensive Land Use Recommendation Light Density Residential The final plat focuses on the northern third of the pre-platted area, proposing the creation of 30 single-family lots. These lots range in size from 7,320 square feet (0.168 acres) to 15,770 square feet (0.362 acres). Lot widths vary between 61 feet and approximately 95 feet, with depths ranging from 120 feet to around 197 feet. All proposed lots comply with SR-5 minimum code requirements regarding width (minimum 60 feet), depth (minimum 100 feet), and area (minimum 7,200 square feet), aligning with the character of previously developed lots to the east. With a proposed total of 30 dwelling units on the 8.655-acre site, the development exhibits a low density of approximately 3.5 units per acre (one unit per 12,567 square feet). The SR-5 zoning district allows a maximum density of five units per acre, or one unit per 8,712 square feet. Street Connection The plat includes new right-of-way dedications, featuring the extension of Mockingbird Way approximately 580 feet westward. This extension will connect to a proposed 225-foot extension of Windsong Terrace, which is to be constructed by the city. Once connected, Windsong Terrace will be renamed Mockingbird Way. This extension will establish a crucial connection to Clairville Road, enhancing access to a collector-functioning street and reducing traffic through the neighborhood to the east. Two new north-south streets are shown on the plat. The first, Autumn Lane, will run from Mockingbird Way south 525 feet. A connection will be made to Casey Trail in future phases. The second north-south street, named Lyla Lane, will start from Mockingbird Way heading south 252 feet connecting to Casey Trail in a future phase. Engineering & Storm Water Management The Department of Public Works has evaluated the availability of city utilities to support the development. It was reported that city water and sanitary sewer services can be extended from all adjacent streets. The water main will be further extended along Mockingbird Way and Windsong Terrace to connect with a new water main on Clairville Road, scheduled for construction by the city in 2026. This extension will create a crucial water loop, ensuring continuous water service for the entire Casey’s Meadow South development. Preliminary civil designs for utilities, street construction, and stormwater management have been submitted and are currently under review. Approved plans will be required for each phase of the final plat development. Police and Fire Departments and the Oshkosh Area School District The City Police and Fire Departments have reviewed the final plat and reported no issues with servicing the proposed development. The Oshkosh Area School District has been informed of the proposed subdivision and has not expressed concerns regarding the capacity to accommodate the potential increase in student population. Page 2 Item 13 – Final Plat – Fifth Addition to Casey’s Meadow South Parkland Dedication Parkland dedication for Casey’s Meadow South was fulfilled in the first phase, resulting in the creation of Rusch Park. Rusch Park encompasses 42.31 acres, significantly exceeding the land dedication requirement of 5.18 acres (225,500 square feet) as stipulated by the Subdivision Regulations. These regulations require 1,100 square feet of parkland per lot. The entirety of Casey’s Meadow South contains 205 single-family lots which equates to 225,500 square feet or 5.18 aces. Street Lighting: The applicant submitted a street lighting plan reviewed by the Department of Public Works and the Electrical Division. The plan proposes five additional streetlights along newly created streets. The plan conforms to City standards for spacing, illumination levels, and fixture type. Terrace Trees: The applicant submitted a terrace tree plan reviewed by the Department of Public Works and the Forestry Division. The plan identifies 40 terrace trees, providing a minimum of one tree per lot as required by the Subdivision Regulations. Final tree placement may shift to avoid conflicts with driveway aprons and utilities. The City Forester will coordinate with the developer on final species selection consistent with the approved species list and site conditions. Recommendation/Conditions: Staff recommends approval of the 30-lot Fifth Addition to Casey’s Meadow South final plat with the following conditions: 1. All water, grading and drainage, sanitary sewer, storm sewer and paving plans shall be approved by the Department of Public Works prior to Common Council Approval. 2. Final street terrace tree planting locations and species will be determined by the City Forester. Page 3 Item 13 – Final Plat – Fifth Addition to Casey’s Meadow South Page 4 Page 5 CASEY'S MEADOW SOUTH FIFTH ADDITION TO FORWARD There are no objections to this plat with respect to Secs. 236.15, 236.16, 236.20 and 236.21(1) and (2), Wis. Stats. as provided by s. 236.12, Wis. Stats. Certified __________________, 20_____ Department of Administration 偡来‶ Page 7 Page 8