Summary
A planned subdivision grew from 146 to 161 homes after the developer realigned R Street to offset the rising cost of required road improvements. The change affects future housing supply and road construction obligations on Cardella, R Street, Monaco, and Lehigh Drive.
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Last discussed Aug 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
The developer said the extra 15 lots are needed to pay for required off-site road improvements, whose costs have risen since 2022.
Future homebuyers gain additional housing options, and the developer gains a financially feasible project.
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