New residential subdivisions with sidewalk waivers
Summary
Two subdivisions — a 5-lot project on Old Boonville Highway/Telephone Road and the 34-lot Greystone Estates on Covert Avenue — came with requests to skip sidewalks. Whether sidewalks get built affects walkability and safety for future residents.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Waiving sidewalks lowers developer costs but shifts walkability costs to future residents and the city.
The developers save on construction costs; future homeowners get new housing options.
Future residents and pedestrians could lose sidewalk connections if the waivers are granted.
Mentions & discussions (1)
Related development
Greystone Estates
The developer will reroute Cold Ditch and cover notification costs; the hearing lets affected landowners object.
Gerhardt Major Subdivision
No sidewalks will be built along this stretch, which fits the rural character of the area but leaves pedestrian infrastructure absent.
Gerhardt subdivision (MAJ-2026-005 & WAV-2026-012)
Five new homes with private septic and lot access restrictions onto Old Boonville Highway.
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