The property is approximately 281.92 acres and contains several crop circles. The proposal will partition the existing lot into three new lots.  The approximate sizes of the new parcels will be 243.82 acres for parcel one, 37.87 acres for parcel two and .23 acres for parcel three. The property is owned by Ivan Cook and zoned Mixed Commercial/Industrial (C-2/M-2). The property is described as 4N2823 Tax Lot 200. 

Public notice was provided for the proposed replat.  Notice of the proposed land use action was mailed by direct mail to all property owners within 100 feet on October 31, 2018.  A sign informing the public of the proposal was placed on the property on October 31, 2018. 

The criteria that are applicable to the decision to accept the proposed replat are contained in §154.15 through §154.66, §157.041 and §157.056 of the Hermiston Code of Ordinances. 

The final plat requirements and findings, as well as the recommended approval conditions, are attached to this report as Exhibit A. The map showing the the property boundary and adjacent streets and parcels is attached as Exhibit B.  The final plat as prepared by the surveyor is attached as Exhibit C. 

The city council may choose to approve or deny the plat.

Staff has reviewed the proposed preliminary partition plat and found that it is prepared in accordance with all requirements of 154.35.  Staff recommends that the city council approve the plat subject to the following conditions:

1. At such time that construction occurs on each parcel which triggers the development standards of 157.163 of the Hermiston Code of Ordinances, street improvements are required along that parcel’s frontage.
2. The applicant shall work with and receive certification from the Hermiston Irrigation District prior to obtaining city signature on the final plat.