Westhaven Estates Subdivision (PL-25-39)
Summary
Adjoining county property owners along the southern boundary say a seasonal water flow there is 'like a river' when it rains, and they worry it could flood or erode their land once the subdivision changes drainage. They asked to see the city engineer's drainage report and whether any water rights are being affected.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct city cost; developer builds the infrastructure.
Residents if stormwater is routed as designed to the Alliance Lateral without harming downstream neighbors.
County landowners south of the plat fear flooding and erosion if the flow is mishandled.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council (Regular) — June 15, 2026
Neighbors raised fencing along 11th Street, drainage and irrigation-flow worries; the developer confirmed the barbed wire fence will be rebuilt and staff showed drainage will meet or beat pre-development flows.
Planning Commission — June 8, 2026
Adjoining county property owners along the southern boundary say a seasonal water flow there is 'like a river' when it rains, and they worry it could flood or erode their land once the subdivision changes drainage. They asked to see the city engineer's drainage report and whether any water rights are being affected.
City Council (Study) — June 8, 2026
A 91-lot single-family subdivision off Midland Road is moving toward approval. Nearby owners raised traffic, water pressure, drainage and school enrollment concerns.
Planning Commission — February 9, 2026
A proposed 91-lot residential subdivision on 23.30 acres west of Hill Pond Drive could bring significant new housing to the area. The preliminary plat was scheduled for commission consideration.
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