SUBJECT:
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Request for Waiver from Land Development Code Section 6.14.2.B(1)(a) - Water Connection for Donald R. Laturell, Parcel Number 05662-007-15, Application Number 33479
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Michael L. Savage, Sr., Building Safety Director |
Development Review Committee |
DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
The Land Development Code (LDC) states new development in the Urban or Rural area shall connect to a centralized water system with available capacity if a water line is within a connection distance of 400 feet times the total number of equivalent residential connections (ERCs). A Marion County Utility (MCU) main runs along the subject property’s east property line.
The Owner/Applicant, Donald R. Laturell, requests a waiver for parcel number 05662-007-15; the waiver application states “Canvassed 10 residents of Buckskin Lake Manor. They are completely dissatisfied with the water quality. Many residents are even concerned about bathing in the MCU supplied water. None will drink the water. I have tasted the water from a well in the area - it is Significantly better. For my health and the health of my wife I respectively request a waiver to better manage my potable water.”
Marion County Utilities acquired the drinking water plant and system in 2023. The utility is actively improving the plant and facilities. The drinking water delivered to the customers meets all primary drinking water standards. Primary drinking water standards are health related criteria, therefore the drinking water is safe to drink. The drinking water is high in iron, which is an aesthetic, secondary drinking water standard. MCU treats the water with a product that sequesters iron to reduce it. In addition, the utility is currently adding a filter to the treatment plant to further reduce the iron in the water being delivered to customers.
The subject property is located in the northeast portion of the County on approximately .25 acres.
This waiver request was denied by the Development Review Committee (DRC) on October 20, 2025.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
None
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Motion to uphold DRC’s action to deny the waiver request.
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