HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-09-19 Kathy Gallentine
Chris Johnson
From:Kathy Gallentine <kathy.gallentine@gmail.com>
Sent:Thursday, September 19, 2024 2:44 PM
To:City Clerk
Subject:Pivot Point Subdivision H-2024-0029
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Dear Planning and Zoning Board,
I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed Pivot Pointe Subdivision. While I understand the need for
housing in our community, I believe that this development poses several significant concerns that must be carefully
considered.
Firstly, the proposed density of the subdivision is excessive for the area and deviates from the master land use plan.
Rezoning sets a dangerous precedent and potentially undermines the integrity of our community's zoning
regulations. Instead of jumping all the way to Medium High Density, consider instead staying with the low density of 3
homes per acre with absolutely no more than 5 homes per acre.
The increased traffic and congestion that will inevitably result will place a strain on our existing infrastructure and
negatively impact the quality of life for current residents. Traffic on Black Cat Road is already a major concern, and the
additional traffic generated by this development will only exacerbate the problem. Additionally, traffic on Pine Street is
becoming a raceway off of the super congested Ten Mile. The increased traffic from the proposed number of houses in
Pivot Pointe will further contribute to this dangerous situation. 41 more homes would be roughly 80 cars.
The proposed number of homes, 41, is far too many for this site. An 8-house-per-acre density is excessive and will result
in overcrowded and cramped conditions. The resulting homes will likely be very small, which will negatively impact their
value and the overall desirability of the neighborhood. To increase the value of the homes and the neighborhood, the
developer should consider building fewer, larger homes. A reduction of the number of homes by half would be
preferable.
The schools in the area are already bursting at the seams. We do not need to undermine the education of the students
enrolled there currently. Keep education a priority and the current residents of Meridian a priority over new homes.
I urge the Planning and Zoning Board to carefully consider these concerns and reject the proposed Pivot Pointe
Subdivision. It is essential that we adhere to our existing zoning regulations and master land use plan to ensure that new
development benefits our community in a sustainable and equitable manner.
Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Kathy Gallentine
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