Park County Commission to Consider Sikoski Minor Subdivision Final Plat

COMMUNITY NOTICE: The Park County Commission will discuss and potentially approve the Sikoski Subsequent Minor Subdivision at their upcoming meeting on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 9:00 AM in the Community Room at the City County Complex (414 E. Callender Street, Livingston).

After nearly five years of planning, reviews, and approvals, the Sikoski Subsequent Minor Subdivision is scheduled for final consideration by the Park County Commission next week. This single-lot residential development project, located on Convict Grade Road near the Shields River, represents a careful balance between private property development and environmental stewardship.

What Is This Project?

The Sikoski Subsequent Minor Subdivision involves the development of a 21.01-acre parcel owned by Peter Sikoski. The proposal creates a single residential lot with stringent protective covenants that limit environmental impact while allowing for residential use.

"The project has gone through extensive review to ensure compliance with county regulations and environmental protections," explains Brett Megaard of Hyalite Engineers, the firm that prepared the engineering documents for the subdivision.

Timeline and Process

The development process for this subdivision has followed a methodical path:

• Preliminary approval was granted in January 2022

• Protective covenants were established in May 2022

• Final plat application was submitted in July 2022

• Road work permit received final approval in September 2023

Now, the project awaits the final decision from the Park County Commission, scheduled for April 22, 2025.

Potential Community Benefits

Proponents of the development point to several positive aspects:

1. Limited Environmental Impact: Only 0.8% of the property will be impervious surface, allowing for natural water absorption throughout most of the parcel.

2. Strict Protective Covenants: The development includes 18 covenants that address everything from fire protection to wildlife concerns, including requirements for:

   • Internal fire suppression systems

   • Downward-facing exterior lighting to reduce light pollution

   • Proper solid waste storage to prevent wildlife encounters

   • Landscaping that doesn't attract wildlife

   • Noxious weed management

3. Housing Opportunity: The subdivision creates a residential opportunity in compliance with county land use goals and regulations.

   
   

Potential Community Concerns

Some community members may have reservations about:

1. Watershed Impact: Despite stormwater mitigation measures, any development near the Shields River raises questions about potential watershed impacts.

2. Rural Character: Some residents worry about the cumulative effect of continued subdivision development on the rural character of Park County.

3. Wildlife Corridors: Development in previously undeveloped areas can affect wildlife movement patterns.

   
   

Why Attend the Meeting?

If you have concerns or support for this project, the April 22 meeting represents your opportunity to be heard before a final decision is made. The County Commission values public input on development projects that shape our community.

The meeting will be held at the Community Room in the City County Complex at 414 E. Callender Street, beginning at 9:00 AM. For those unable to attend in person, remote participation is available by calling 1-571-748-4021 (ID 3047645#) or connecting online at https://gomeet.com/parkcountycommission.

Remember that the Sikoski Minor Subdivision is just one of several items on the agenda, which also includes discussions about forestry grants, election staffing, and park maintenance.

Whether you're concerned about development impacts or supportive of property owners' rights to develop their land within county guidelines, your perspective matters to the decision-making process.

The meeting is open to all Park County residents. For more information about the project, contact the Park County Planning Department at 406-222-4102.