Sheridan Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting - June 8, 2026

The Sheridan Planning and Zoning Commission met on June 8, 2026, to consider two final plat applications, a consultant award for the joint land use plan update, and routine agenda items. All motions passed unanimously.

Consent Calendar

• Agenda approved as presented.
• Minutes from the April 13, 2026 meeting approved.

Public Comments & Testimony

• West Haven Estates: Adjacent property owners Stephanie and Bill Abservide expressed concerns about drainage and irrigation easements along the southern boundary, water flow management, fencing, school capacity, and the need for a pedestrian crossing signal on Midland Road. They requested access to city engineer reports and drainage documentation.
• West Haven Estates: Another neighbor, Bill, asked about drainage, potential tax burdens on larger lots, and livestock fencing along the county boundary.
• West Haven Estates: A resident noted existing water flow issues and asked for clarification on water rights and stormwater plans.
• Rubberstone Final Plat: Public comment from Ryan (Edelman Loop) raised questions about school zoning, building heights, fencing, and construction phasing.
• Rubberstone Final Plat: Drew, a neighboring property owner, opposed the density variance, stating the development packs people too densely and should be reworked to adhere to the village's master plan.
• No public comment was provided on the Interstate Engineering award.

West Haven Estates Final Plat (PL-26-18, Resolution 09-26)

• Staff presented the final plat for a 23.3-acre, 91-lot single-family subdivision located off Midland Road and Hill Pond Drive, zoned R1.
• Lots 71–91 require a depth-to-front ratio variance due to a no-build drainage area; all lots meet the 6,000 sq ft minimum.
• Open space requirements were previously met through the Cloud Peak Ranch Universal Annexation Agreement.
• Roadways: West Haven Drive and Hill Pond Drive will have 60-foot rights-of-way with 39-foot-wide pavement and attached sidewalks; internal streets will be 36 feet wide with sidewalks.
• Improvements to Midland Road include sidewalk, curb, gutter, and pedestrian crossing improvements at Hill Pond.
• Water rights: an expired reservoir permit will be renewed; an irrigation pipeline serving West Park Mobile Home will be rerouted; the Alliance Lateral Ditch drainage will be managed with stormwater controls.
• Utilities: water mains, sanitary sewer, and 10 fire hydrants.
• Public notification: 31 property owners notified, legal ad published, sign posted; three written comments during preliminary plat and one additional drainage comment received.
• Staff recommended approval.
• Applicant Tyson Markham (Morrison Marley) noted a traffic signal warrant study is underway and likely not warranted at this time.
• Discussion covered school district notification, crosswalk safety, fencing along the county boundary, and the city council process.
• Motion to recommend approval to the city council passed unanimously.
• The city council public hearing is scheduled for Monday, June 15, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.

Rubberstone Final Plat (PL-26-19, Resolution 10-26)

• Staff presented the final plat for a 13.9-acre property at 1280 Dovetail Lane, zoned Gateway District, proposing 139 single-family attached units plus 15 outlots under the affordable density designation (10 units per acre).
• A variance is requested for the depth-to-front ratio on most lots caused by zero-lot-line townhome configurations.
• Open space: 1.5 acres proposed, exceeding the 1-acre requirement, to be maintained by the HOA.
• Roads: Stillwater Loop will be a 60-foot right-of-way with 39-foot pavement and detached sidewalks; private access drives will be 27-foot easements with 25-foot pavement.
• Traffic impact analysis from the 2024 village's master plan supports the development.
• Solid waste collection plan requires bins on Stillwater Loop on designated collection days with covenant restrictions.
• Public notification: 37 property owners notified, legal ad published, sign posted; no comments received during the review process.
• Public concerns raised about density, school access, fencing, and unit heights (two-story on 21-foot-wide lots, one-story on 27-foot-wide lots).
• Discussion clarified fire access, school district security preferences (no bus or sidewalk access), and the affordable housing rationale.
• Motion to recommend approval with the variance passed unanimously.

Interstate Engineering Award for Joint Land Use Plan Update

• Staff requested the commission's recommendation to award a contract to Interstate Engineering for the joint land use plan update, a city-county cooperative effort.
• Background: A selection committee unanimously chose Interstate Engineering from five firms based on qualifications; the city will cover two-thirds of costs and the county one-third.
• Scope includes evaluating infrastructure systems, identifying growth limitations, extensive public engagement, and an implementation strategy.
• Cost: not to exceed $200,000; city portion ~$133,000, county ~$66,000. The city budget may allow using remaining funds for a future city land use plan update with the same consultant.
• Timeline: 12–14 months.
• Planning commission involvement will be determined; staff hope to include school district participation.
• Motion to recommend the award passed unanimously.

Key Outcomes

• Both final plats (West Haven Estates and Rubberstone) were recommended for approval to the city council, including the requested variances.
• Interstate Engineering was recommended for the joint land use plan update award.
• The community was directed to the city council public hearing on June 15, 2026, for West Haven Estates.
• Thanks were given to outgoing commissioners Windsor and Lehman; new commissioner candidate Adam Benson was introduced.