A New Subdivision is Proposed for Troy's North East Side
Liberty Meadows, will add 179 new residential lots to the Miami East Local School District
On Wednesday, January 24th, the City of Troy’s Planning Commission will hold a vote to approve a new single-family subdivision named Liberty Meadows. While this development is located in the City of Troy, the land is located in the Miami East Local School District and is set to transform an 86.275-acre parcel of currently undeveloped land located east of Hunters Ridge Drive.
In 2021, the City Council adopted Ordinance 27-2021, which changed the zoning of the property to it’s current R-3-B, Single Family Residential status from a City Administered County Zoning designation. This rezoning decision, set a minimum lot size of 12,000 square feet, which aims to cater for larger and spacious residential properties in the city.
Liberty Meadows is planned to be rolled out in eight phases, introducing a total of 179 buildable lots. The project's phased approach begins with the creation of 31 lots in its first phase, followed by 18 in the second. These lots vary in size, offering potential homeowners a range of options from approximately a quarter to two-thirds of an acre.
The development's design features three access points for ease of entry and exit. The main entrance is set to be located off Troy-Urbana Road, with additional access from Wyatt Road and Lee Road. Internally, the subdivision is designed with a focus on community and safety, featuring four cul-de-sacs named Trump Court, Patriot Court, Freedom Way Court, and Constitution Court, all branching from the main artery, Liberty Bell Way. This layout has received positive reviews from both the city's engineering and fire departments, indicating its viability in terms of both traffic flow and emergency access.
Liberty Meadows is expected to be fully equipped with city water and sewer lines. The development plan also includes two water retention areas to manage stormwater effectively, a critical aspect in modern urban planning. These areas, situated in the northwest and southwest portions of the development, aim to mitigate the risk of flooding and will be maintained by the Homeowners Association in the development.
However, the development does not include parkland within its confines. Instead, the developer has opted to pay fees-in-lieu of providing the required 2.58 acres of parkland, a decision backed by the Park Board in 2021. This approach allows for more residential space while financially contributing to the city's park system.
In terms of housing, the projected value of the homes in Liberty Meadows ranges between $350,000 and $450,000, positioning them in the higher-end market segment of Troy. This pricing strategy reflects a focus on delivering quality residential spaces, likely to influence the local real estate market.
Currently, the city staff has recommended the approval of the preliminary plan for Liberty Meadows, citing its compliance with zoning codes, subdivision regulations, and engineering standards. This recommendation is a crucial step in the development process, paving the way for the Planning Commission's review. The final decision on the project will ultimately rest with the City Council, which will assess the final plan.
The Planning Commission will discuss this subdivision at their meeting on Wednesday, January 24th at 3:30 p.m. in Commission Chambers in City Hall. The public is invited to attend the meeting.
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Just reading the proposed names of those streets gives me cold chills. What kind of person is making this proposal? Certainly doesn't sound like something we want or need in Troy.