# Planning Commission Subdivision Public Hearing - July 11, 2013 > Auto-transcribed civic record · July 11, 2013 - **Permalink**: https://meetings.lexingtonky.news/meeting/3059 - **Source video**: https://lfucg.granicus.com/player/clip/3059?view_id=14&redirect=true - **Date**: 2013-07-11 - **Last revised**: July 15, 2026 - **Length**: 247 words > ⚠️ **Auto-generated content.** Audio from the official Granicus video was auto-transcribed with OpenAI's open-source Whisper large-v3-turbo model, run locally by The Lexington Times. Structured facts were extracted with GPT-4o; the narrative summary was written by Anthropic Claude. Verbatim wording may contain errors. See [methodology](https://meetings.lexingtonky.news/about/methodology) or [report a correction](mailto:editor@lexingtonky.news). --- ## Meeting Overview The Urban County Planning Commission met on July 11, 2013, at 1:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Urban County Government Building, 200 East Main Street, Lexington, Kentucky. Mike Owens presided over the meeting, which addressed 19 agenda items. The Commission took 5 motions and votes during the session and heard 1 public comment. Of the 19 items on the agenda, 17 were approved and 2 were postponed. The approved items included multiple property development projects, such as the Peggy B. Queen Property, Lakeview Estates Units 2B & 2E, Magna Entertainment, and several Gess Property units (6-J, 6-K, 11-F, 11-G, and 11-H). The Commission also approved amendments to NDC Property Unit 1, Lot 4B and Higbee Mill Reserve, Lot 3-H. Additional approvals included the Angliana Avenue–Trinitas Housing Project amendment, Gess Property Unit 6-C, Newmarket Phase I Unit 1-E, and three Meadow Oaks units (1-A, 1-B, and 1-C, also known as Ashford Oaks). The Highwood Center project for Lexmark International, Inc., also received approval. Two items were postponed: the Distillery District West amendment and the Jones Subdivision. ## Attendance **Present:** - Mike Owens - Carla Blanton - Mike Cravens - Frank Penn - Carolyn Plumlee - William Wilson - Eunice Beatty - Will Berkley - Karen Mundy **Absent:** - Patrick Brewer **Late:** None recorded ## Votes and Decisions The meeting included five votes, all of which passed unanimously with 9 ayes and 0 nays. **Postponement of PLAN 2013-78F: Distillery District West** Frank Penn moved to postpone PLAN 2013-78F: Distillery District West to July 25, 2013. Carolyn Plumlee seconded the motion. The postponement passed unanimously (9-0) with all nine members voting in favor: Mike Owens, Carla Blanton, Mike Cravens, Frank Penn, Carolyn Plumlee, William Wilson, Eunice Beatty, Will Berkley, and Karen Mundy. **Postponement of DP 2013-57: Jones Subdivision** Mike Cravens moved to postpone DP 2013-57: Jones Subdivision to August 8, 2013. Carolyn Plumlee seconded the motion. The postponement passed unanimously (9-0). **Approval of Consent Agenda** Frank Penn moved to approve Consent Agenda items including findings for PLAN 2013-64F and PLAN 2013-10F. Carolyn Plumlee seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously (9-0). This approval included two conditions: the Planning Commission must make findings on the use of the proposed access easement as sole access to lots in PLAN 2013-64F: Lakeview Estates, Units 2B & 2E (AMD), and on the use of the proposed access easement as sole access to some new lots in PLAN 2013-10F: Higbee Mill Reserve, Lot 3-H (AMD). **Reapproval of PLAN 2007-241F: Gess Property, Unit 6-C** Carla Blanton moved to reapprove PLAN 2007-241F: Gess Property, Unit 6-C. Karen Mundy seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously (9-0). Three conditions were attached: Building Inspection's approval of landscaping and required street tree information, United States Postal Service approval of mailbox locations, and Urban Forester's approval of required street tree information. **Reapproval of Section 2 of PLAN 2006-240F: Newmarket, Phase I, Unit 1-E** Section 2 of PLAN 2006-240F: Newmarket, Phase I, Unit 1-E was reapproved unanimously (9-0). Six conditions were attached: Urban County Engineer's acceptance of drainage, storm and sanitary sewers; Urban County Traffic Engineer's approval of street cross-sections and access; Building Inspection's approval of landscaping and required street tree information; approval of street addressing by e911 staff; Urban Forester's approval of tree preservation plan and required street tree information; and labeling of Tree Protection Area per conditional zoning restrictions. ## Public Comment [timestamp: 00:00] A speaker addressed concerns regarding roundabout traffic safety and operation. The speaker raised questions about the space requirements for roundabouts and noted that many drivers lack familiarity with proper navigation procedures. In response, officials emphasized several key points for safe roundabout operation: - Drivers should slow down when approaching and entering roundabouts - Following signage and markings is essential for safe navigation - Drivers must be aware of lane choice based on their intended exit ## PEGGY B. QUEEN PROPERTY (9/1/13)* **Plan Identifier:** PLAN 2013-63F The Subdivision Committee reviewed a proposal to subdivide one lot into two lots at 700 East Main Street. The committee recommended approval of the plan, subject to several conditions requiring approvals from multiple departments and agencies. **Conditions of Approval** The following entities were required to provide approval or clearance: - Urban County Engineer - Traffic Engineer - Building Inspection - Addressing Office - Utility providers **Outcome** The plan was approved via consent agenda. ## LAKEVIEW ESTATES, UNITS 2B & 2E (AMD) (9/1/13)* **Plan Identifier:** PLAN 2013-64F The Subdivision Committee reviewed a proposal to subdivide one lot into eight lots located at 519 Laketower Drive. The committee recommended approval of the plan subject to several conditions, including obtaining necessary approvals from multiple departments. A key requirement for approval was a finding regarding the use of the proposed access easement as the sole access to the property. This condition needed to be satisfied before the plan could move forward. The plan was approved via the consent agenda with the required finding in place, allowing the subdivision to proceed as recommended by the Subdivision Committee. ## MAGNA ENTERTAINMENT (9/1/13)* **Plan Identifier:** PLAN 2013-65F The Subdivision Committee recommended approval of a development plan for the property at 1620 Jaggie Fox Way. The plan was approved via consent agenda. **Approval Conditions** The approval is subject to the following conditions: - Approvals from various departments must be obtained - Development must follow the approved final development plan **Outcome** The plan was approved. ## GESS PROPERTY, UNIT 6-J (9/1/13)* **Plan Identifier:** PLAN 2013-66F The Subdivision Committee reviewed and recommended approval of a subdivision plan for the property located at 4618 Willman Way. The plan was approved via the consent agenda. **Conditions of Approval** The approval was subject to the following conditions: * Approval from Environmental Quality * Approval from the Urban Forester * Approval from the Division of Planning **Outcome** The plan received approval. ## GESS PROPERTY, UNIT 6-K (9/1/13)* **Plan Identifier:** PLAN 2013-67F **Property Location:** 4618 Willman Way The Subdivision Committee reviewed and recommended approval of this subdivision plan. The recommendation was subject to specific conditions that needed to be satisfied prior to final approval. **Conditions of Approval:** - Greenspace Planner approval required - Resolution of USA boundary screening **Outcome:** The plan was approved via consent agenda. ## GESS PROPERTY, UNIT 11-F (9/1/13)* **Plan Identifier:** PLAN 2013-68F **Property Location:** 4618 Willman Way **Outcome:** Approved The Subdivision Committee reviewed and recommended approval of the subdivision plan for the Gess Property, Unit 11-F. The plan was subsequently approved via consent agenda. **Conditions of Approval** The approval was subject to the following conditions: - Corrections to Unit 11-G - Resolution of USA boundary screening **Status** The plan received approval through the consent agenda process, indicating it met the committee's requirements and proceeded without requiring separate discussion or debate during the full meeting. ## GESS PROPERTY, UNIT 11-G (9/1/13)* **Plan Identifier:** PLAN 2013-69F The Subdivision Committee reviewed a plan for the Gess Property, Unit 11-G, located at 4618 Willman Way. The Committee recommended approval of the plan subject to specific conditions. **Conditions for Approval:** - Greenspace Planner approval required - Resolution of USA boundary screening **Outcome:** The plan was approved via consent agenda. ## GESS PROPERTY, UNIT 11-H (9/1/13)* **Plan Identifier:** PLAN 2013-70F **Property Location:** 4618 Willman Way The Subdivision Committee reviewed and recommended approval of this property plan. The recommendation was subject to specific conditions that required resolution before final approval. **Conditions of Approval:** - Offset dimensions for easement must be provided - USA boundary screening must be resolved **Outcome:** The plan was approved via consent agenda. ## NDC PROPERTY, UNIT 1, LOT 4B (AMD) (9/1/13)* **Plan 2013-71F** The Subdivision Committee recommended approval of a plan to subdivide one lot into two lots at 437 Lewis Hargett Circle. The plan was approved via consent agenda. **Conditions of Approval** The approval was subject to the following conditions: * Approvals from multiple departments * Inclusion of notes from previous plan M-232 **Outcome** The plan was approved. ## DISTILLERY DISTRICT WEST (AMD) (9/19/13)* **Plan 2013-78F** The Subdivision Committee discussed this agenda item, with Justin Drury as a key speaker. The Committee recommended postponement of this matter due to concerns regarding sanitary sewer service. A motion to postpone was brought forward and carried unanimously, resulting in the item being postponed. ## JONES SUBDIVISION (9/1/13)* **Identifier:** DP 2013-57 The Subdivision Committee reviewed the Jones Subdivision proposal. Tom Martin participated in the discussion of this agenda item. The Committee recommended postponement of the subdivision based on a conditional zoning restriction that limits the property to 17 units. Following this recommendation, a motion to postpone was brought before the body and carried unanimously. **Outcome:** The Jones Subdivision was postponed. ## HIGBEE MILL RESERVE, LOT 3-H (AMD) (9/24/13)* **Plan Identifier:** PLAN 2013-10F The Subdivision Committee reviewed this agenda item and recommended approval with a condition requiring a specific finding regarding the proposed access easement. The committee's recommendation included a new requirement that a finding be made on whether the proposed access easement would serve as the sole access to the property. The plan was subsequently approved through the consent agenda process, with the required finding incorporated into the approval. **Outcome:** Approved ## ANGLIANA AVENUE – TRINITAS HOUSING PROJECT (AMD) (9/22/13)* **Plan Identifier:** PLAN 2012-31F The Subdivision Committee recommended reapproval of the plan for the Angliana Avenue – Trinitas Housing Project. The proposal involves the creation of 3 lots and new easements, subject to the original conditions previously established for the project. The plan was approved via consent agenda, indicating it proceeded without discussion or objection during the meeting. **Outcome:** Approved ## GESS PROPERTY, UNIT 6-C (9/22/13)* **Plan Identifier:** PLAN 2007-241F The applicant requested reapproval of the unrecorded portion of the plan, subject to previously approved conditions. Key speakers on this matter included Rory Kahly and Ms. Gallt. The Subdivision Committee reviewed the request and recommended reapproval with updated conditions. The motion to approve passed unanimously. **Outcome:** Approved ## NEWMARKET, PHASE I, UNIT 1-E (9/29/13)* **Plan Identifier:** PLAN 2006-240F The applicant requested reapproval of Section 2 of the Newmarket, Phase I, Unit 1-E plan, which had been previously approved in part. Key speakers on this item included Rory Kahly and Mr. Jarman. Staff recommended reapproval of Section 2 with the original conditions that had been established during the previous approval. The motion to approve the reapproval passed unanimously. ## MEADOW OAKS, UNIT 1-A (ASHFORD OAKS) (9/29/13)* **Plan 2008-138F** The applicant requested reapproval of the unrecorded portion of the plan, subject to the original conditions. Staff reviewed the request and recommended reapproval. The motion to approve passed unanimously. ## MEADOW OAKS, UNIT 1-B (ASHFORD OAKS) (9/29/13)* **Plan 2008-139F** The applicant requested reapproval of the unrecorded portion of the plan, subject to the original conditions. Staff reviewed the request and recommended reapproval. The motion to approve passed unanimously. ## MEADOW OAKS, UNIT 1-C (ASHFORD OAKS) (9/29/13)* **Plan 2008-140F** The applicant requested reapproval of the unrecorded portion of the plan. The reapproval was subject to the original conditions with one additional condition requiring revision of the Lot 61 boundary. Staff recommended reapproval of the plan as requested. The motion to approve passed unanimously. ## HIGHWOOD CENTER (LEXMARK INTERNATIONAL, INC.) (AMD) (9/30/13)* The applicant requested a one-year extension for Plan 2012-72F, along with deletion of the Technical Committee review condition. Staff recommended approval of the request. The motion to approve passed unanimously. --- ## Decisions - **Motion** — postponed (9-0): Postpone PLAN 2013-78F: Distillery District West to July 25, 2013 - **Motion** — postponed (9-0): Postpone DP 2013-57: Jones Subdivision to August 8, 2013 - **Motion** — passed (9-0): Approve Consent Agenda items including findings for PLAN 2013-64F and PLAN 2013-10F - **Motion** — passed (9-0): Reapprove PLAN 2007-241F: Gess Property, Unit 6-C - **Motion** — passed (9-0): Reapprove Section 2 of PLAN 2006-240F: Newmarket, Phase I, Unit 1-E --- ## Full transcript A large drawback is they take a lot of area. This one uses up probably a couple acres of land, maybe a little bit more. And a traffic signal doesn't take near that. But we would love to have more roundabouts if they're effective and if they can work in the situation. This one's particularly good because it has a balance of traffic flow on each leg that approaches it. So it seems to work well in that regard. I get a lot of communications from constituents that just don't know how to really drive the roundabout. Maybe you can give us an idea of what the expectations are when you come to the roundabout. Well, motors are supposed to slow down. The roundabout, this roundabout was recently remarked and signed back a few years ago. There's new standards that we were required to follow with the Federal Highway Administration. and so motors are supposed to follow the signs and the markings and the most important thing is to slow down and be prepared to stop and know which direction you're going to go because if you're going to go around to another street, you need to go in the inner loop. If you're going to exit immediately to the right, you need to stay in the right lane. And that probably could be said for every intersection. You need to slow down, stop, look both ways and be cautious of your driving habits and other people.