St. Charles Plan Commission Approves Subdivision Plat for The Oaks of St. Charles

Introduction

The St. Charles Plan Commission convened on March 5, 2025, for a brief but important meeting focused on development updates in the city. The key decision was the approval of a final plat of subdivision for The Oaks of St. Charles, allowing for the construction of six townhomes. The meeting also included procedural approvals, action items for the applicant, and updates on future scheduling.

Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes

The meeting opened at 7:00 PM with a roll call, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioners swiftly approved the December 3, 2024, meeting minutes without additional discussion.

Final Plat of Subdivision: The Oaks of St. Charles

The primary agenda item involved reviewing and approving a final plat of subdivision for The Oaks of St. Charles, Lots 7-12, submitted by John Dy of jmd properties.

Project Overview

• The project involves six townhomes in two buildings.

• The existing six lots are being replatted into a single lot due to variations in unit widths.

• After recording the plat, the lots will be parcelized for tax purposes.

Conditions and Requirements

Staff noted that the applicant must:

• Provide a letter from The Oaks HOA regarding responsibility for maintaining a new storm sewer.

• Consider removing Tree #44, an invasive mulberry tree, from the development site.

The motion to approve the plat passed unanimously by roll call vote.

Other Business and Future Meetings

There were no public comments during the open forum. Commissioners briefly discussed the possibility of holding another meeting later in March, with staff member Ellen confirming she would notify members of the schedule.

Action Items

• Applicant (John Dy/jmd properties): Submit a letter from the HOA regarding storm sewer maintenance.

• Applicant: Consider removing invasive Tree #44.

• Staff (Ellen): Update commissioners on potential future meeting dates.

Meeting Highlights

• Meeting Duration: 4 minutes, 39 seconds

• Key Decision: Approval of final plat for The Oaks subdivision (Lots 7-12)

• Adjournment: The meeting concluded at 7:04 PM.

Conclusion

The March 5, 2025, Plan Commission meeting was short but productive, with the approval of a key subdivision plat for The Oaks of St. Charles. This step moves forward the development of six new townhomes while ensuring infrastructure responsibilities are clearly defined. Commissioners and staff will continue coordinating with the applicant to address site-specific considerations, such as invasive species management and storm sewer maintenance, as St. Charles balances growth with responsible planning.