Folsom Ranch 'Town Center North' subdivision approved by planners

The Folsom Planning Commission on Nov. 20 approved the subdivision of 363 acres in Folsom Ranch, creating 24 new large lots for sale and development near the freeway. During the regular monthly meeting, the commission unanimously approved a large-lot subdivision of the "Town Center North" area, or three parcels totaling 363.6 acres near East Bidwell Street and Alder Creek Parkway south of Highway 50. The move makes 24 individual parcels for future sale and development. The project is intended for property transfer purposes only, staff said. The 24 lots include three single family, six multi-family, 10 open space/park, two public, two right-of-ways and one mixed use. Three open-space lots are planned for future hydro-modification (water) basins, and one public/quasi-public lot is set for a power substation, staff said. The proposal is consistent with the Folsom Plan and no land-use changes proposed. As no development comes with this specific application, the only relevant standard is minimum lot area. Staff said the project meets the minimum, as all 24 parcels exceed the lot size requirement. In addition, staff said the project won't conflict with any known applicable plans or policies by agencies with the project or project site. A city agreement with Easton Valley Holdings requires deed restrictions and affordable housing units on certain parcels within the project site, including households earning 80 percent or less of the median income. Without any public comment during the required public hearing Wednesday, the commission unanimously passed the subdivision, recommending the City Council approve. Chair Eileen Reynolds clarified the condition that a traffic analysis is provided.