Resolution No. 12-2025 Fiscal Plan and Policy for Edison Sundown Annexation Area

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Edison Sundown Annexation Area 6 SECTION III. MUNICIPAL SERVICES A. Public Works Sewer – The nearest available public sewer is on Ardmore Trail. The sewer cannot be extended without approval from the Board of Public Works, including conformance with Resolution 17-2021 on Sewer and Water Extension Policy for Areas Outside of the City Limits. St. Joseph County approval would also be required to extend utilities along St. Joseph County right of way. Any extension of sewer is the sole expense of the developer. Water - The nearest water line is located north of the edge of pavement in the Edison Road right of way. The line is a 16” ductile iron main. There is a pressure regulating valve and one hydrant along this main. A Utility Verification Form and System Development Charges would be required to connect to the existing water main. Extensions of or taps into sanitary sewer and water lines shall be governed by state law and the rules and regulations of the South Bend Water Works and Sewer Utility. The Annexation Area may be subject to system development charges for both water and sewer services. Development of the site requires development of a Drainage Plan. No public storm sewer is available to the site. Retention basins and low impact means to promote infiltration of surface water will be required. The developer will also be required to generate an erosion control plan and obtain a permit. Subdivision of land will require minimum frontage on public rights-of-way to current standards, or to development standards adopted for this development that meet or exceed the Zoning Ordinance and the Standards for Design and Construction. Streets –Upon annexation, 726 feet of Edison Road will be added to the City. A City permit will be needed to add or change driveway access to the property. A portion of the St. Joseph Valley Parkway will also be added, but it will continue to be maintained by INDOT. The developer may be required to build public sidewalk as part of the development process. Street Lighting – There is no street lighting on Edison Road. No additional street lighting is necessary for this annexation area. Should any additional street lighting be desired, it can be provided on wood poles with overhead wiring through an ongoing contract with Indiana Michigan Power. Waivers of Annexation – No waiver of annexation is in effect for this area.