On Monday night, the Sheridan City Council held its first regular business meeting of October and approved a resolution to adopt the final plat for the Black Tooth Business Park, located at 3150 Heartland Drive. City Planner Kelly Schroeder explained that the applicant, Heartland Assets LLC, plans to subdivide the 53.7‑acre parcel into fifteen commercial light‑industrial lots.
Lot sizes and zoning details
The proposed lots range from a minimum of 0.84 acres to a maximum of 12.5 acres. Because the development falls within the B‑2 Business District, there are no minimum lot‑size requirements and no open‑space mandates, giving the developer flexibility to meet market demand for a variety of commercial and light‑industrial uses.
Infrastructure and right‑of‑way dedication
As part of the subdivision, the city will receive a new right‑of‑way dedication for Heartland Drive and Dry Ranch Road. Schroeder noted that Whitney Benefits, a partner in the project, is also dedicating a permanent 60‑foot right‑of‑way to the city, along with two 15‑foot easement strips on either side of the roadway. This dedication will provide public access to the park and create a new city‑owned street built to municipal standards.
The city will own and maintain water and sewer infrastructure within the new right‑of‑way, ensuring that essential services are in place as the lots are developed. All improvements, including the street, utilities, and easements, will be completed in conjunction with the Black Tooth Business Park subdivision.
Economic impact for Sheridan
City officials anticipate that the new business park will attract light‑industrial and commercial tenants, creating jobs and expanding the tax base. By offering a range of lot sizes, the development can accommodate both small‑scale operators and larger enterprises, supporting the growth of Sheridan’s local economy.
Mayor and council members expressed support for the project, noting that the dedication of city‑owned infrastructure aligns with Sheridan’s long‑term development strategy. The council’s approval moves the project forward to the next phase of permitting and construction.
Next steps
Heartland Assets LLC will now proceed with detailed site plans, building permits, and construction timelines. The city will monitor compliance with the dedication agreements and ensure that the new street and utility improvements meet municipal standards.
For residents and businesses interested in learning more about the Black Tooth Business Park, the city planning department will host a public information session next month. Contact the planning office at (307) 555‑1234 or visit the city’s website for updates.
I’m Ron Richter, Sheridan Media News.
Original reporting: Sheridan Media (Sheridan WY) — read the source article.
