Letter by Mark & Christine Freeman 3/17/14March 17, 2014
Meridian Planning and Zoning Commissioners , ,
33 E. Broadway Ave., Ste. 300
Meridian, ID 83642
RE: Biltmore Subdivision Application:
Public Hearing PP 14-004 to be held on April 3, 2014
Dear Commissioners,
Our family has lived in the Kentucky Ridge Estates Subdivision for many years that is located adjacent to
the proposed development, Biltmore Subdivision. We are not necessarily adverse to future residential
development near our community, but we do have serious concerns that we would like to express in
writing for your consideration.
(#1) Lot Lines: Our home is located at 603 W. Blue Downs Street, which is located directly behind the
Phase 1 section of the proposed Biltmore Subdivision development. The preliminary plat map indicates 2
lots are directly behind our property. The prospect of having 2 homes with their shared lot line fence
running down the middle of our backyard fence does not sound visually appealing. Therefore, we
respectfully request the Commissioners require the developer to require lot lines to match existing lot
lines with their Kentucky Ridge Estates neighbors.
(#2) Fencing: We request the perimeter fencing of Biltmore Subdivision utilize the identical vinyl
fencing product in shape, height and color as the Revolution Ridge subdivision for obvious aesthetic
reasons.
(#3) One Story Homes: In addition, we would also request that the homes in this development located
on the perimeter of Kentucky Ridge Estates require one-story homes be built to match the existing
properties that are also only one-level.
(#4) Kentucky Way safety concerns: We have serious concerns for the safety of Kentucky Way as a
primary thoroughfare for the proposed Biltmore and Revolution Ridge Subdivisions that combined will
add 200 + residential homes.
From personal experience to the dangers of Kentucky Way during winter conditions, our 3"~ grade
daughter along with two other children had been waiting for their school bus on Kentucky Way near
Victory Road when a neighbor lost control of his vehicle on the ice along the S-Curve near the park.
Thankfully, this neighbor was able to maneuver his car from hitting the children just in the nick of time. In
addition, there are no sidewalks from the park down to Victory Road, which we highly doubt conforms to
ACRD requirements. Thus, we are very apprehensive for the high volume of traffic that will soon flow
through our community with these two future developments.
We are hopeful that the Commission will thoughtfully consider our concerns and please submit our letter
to public record. Thank you.
Sincerely, ~' ~ ~~ ~,~~~~~',~,~
Mark and Christine Freeman
603 W. Blue Downs Street
Meridian, ID 83642
Phone (208) 884-1989
Cell (208) 869-1792
Email: mafcsm@hotmail.com