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However, he pointed out, the partnership proposes to place septic fields for two of the lots on adjoining parcels, a practice which would be allowed under the proposed ordinance but which is illegal under the existing subdivision code.
And, Wickens added, if the rightof-way dedication along Blue Ridge Ave. were required, an additional two of the subdivision’s lots would be undersized.
“Those are all subject to waiver,” Gooch replied. “Everything has been either proffered or provided . . . the position of the council on the septic fields has already been stated. Has that requirement been met?”
“I haven’t seen the documents,” Wickens said. “But I view with complete incredulity the letter from [soil consultant Fanning] Baumgardner that all seven lots perc. At the slightest rain, lot seven stands in water. That brings into question the entire letter.”
Gooch pointed out that the proposed septic fields had been approved by Health Department sanitarian Jack Lockhart.
Wickens, who has severely criticized Lockhart in the past, retorted, “I’m told he approved a drainfield by walking on the wrong land.”
“He is the official designated by the county. What more do you want?” Gooch asked. “We’re going to vote on the drainfields again tonight — you’ll have your chance.”
Wickens told the council that he was not comfortable with relaxing the requirement that land be ded
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