Lexington County emergency workers face a growing problem in access to new homes.

After 3 years and 10 months of discussion, County Council expects to vote Dec. 8 on requirements for developers to:

• Widen roads in new developments.

• Limit or eliminate on street parking that impedes ambulances, fire engines and law enforcement vehicles.

• Increase space between houses in case of fire.

• Provide additional parking in driveways.

With an increase in patio homes for older families, the council may approve:

• Drives built beside homes to garages or covered parking areas behind homes.

• Off-site parking areas for visitors