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Barco Reserve Subdivision Reconsideration

Summary

The previously denied 45-lot Barco Reserve subdivision gets another try after adding phasing and stormwater berms designed to protect low-lying Swains Lane homes from flooding.

At a glance

Total mentions: 1
Last 30 days: 0

Last discussed Jul 20, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Unknown; the developer spent on a stormwater design and engaged outside engineering.

✅Who benefits

The developer and, potentially, Swains Lane residents if berms and ditches improve upstream drainage.

⚠️Who could be affected

Swains Lane residents remain wary until the redesigned plan passes full review.

Mentions & discussions (1)

MeetingJul 20, 2026

Board of Commissioners

The previously denied 45-lot Barco Reserve subdivision gets another try after adding phasing and stormwater berms designed to protect low-lying Swains Lane homes from flooding.

Related development

denied

Barco Reserve (PB 24-26)

The redesigned plan promises less downstream runoff toward flood-prone Swains Lane, but must still clear the full review process including a community meeting.

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