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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 03/10/1993 . . . AGENDA PORT ANGELES PLANNING COMMISSION 321 East Fifth Street Port Angeles, W A 98362 March 10, 1993 7:00 P.M. I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Meeting of February 24, 1993 IV. ELECTION OF OmCERS: 1993-94 V. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. SHORELINE MANAGEMENT PERl\llT - SMA 93(03)133 - ITT RA YONIER. INC.. 700 North Ennis Street: Request for a permit to allow relocation of a pulp beater within 200 feet of the shoreline, and to extend an existing roof for cover of the beater, located in the M-2, Heavy Industrial District. 2. STREET V ACA TION - STY 93(03)01 - HILL. Southeast Corner of Porter/Olympus Avenue: Request for vacation of approximately two feet of City right-of-way. 3. REQUEST FOR REZONE - REZ 93(03)05 - CITY OF PORT ANGELES. Between Park Avenue and Lauridsen Boulevard and between Frankling School and vacated Lafayette Street: Proposal for vacation of property presently zoned RS-9, Residential Single-Family, to RMD, Residential Medium Density. 4. ZONING CODE AMENDMENT - ZCA 93(03)01 - CITY OF PORT ANGELES. City-wide: Establishing street standards for unopened plats within the City. 5. ZONING CODE AMENDMENT - ZeA 93(03)02 - CITY OF PORT ANGELES. CSD. ACD. CBD. LI and M-2 Districts: Proposal to amend the Zoning Ordinance to allow fire stations as a conditional use in the CSD-Cl and C2, ACD, CBD, LI and M2 Districts. Planning Commission: Cindy Souders, Chairman; Bob Winters; Rog~r Catts; Bob Philpott; Orville Campbell; Carl Alexander and Linda Nuuer. Planning Staff: Brad Collins, Planning Director; Sue Roberds, Office Specialist; David Sawyer, Senior Planner; John Jimerson, Associate Planner. I. . . Planning Commission Agenda Page 2 VI. COMl\IUNICA TIONS FROM THE PUBLIC VIT. STAFF REPORTS Vill. REPORTS OF TIlE COMMISSION IX. ADJOURNMENT PUBLIC HEARING PROCEDURE: Spokesmen for the proponents and opponents will be given an opportunity to speak to the request. Information submitted should be factual, relevant and not merely duplication of a previous presentation. A reasonable time (10 minutes) shall be allowed the spokesman; others shall be limited to short supporting remarks (5 minutes). Other interested parties will be allowed to comment briefly (5 minutes each) or make inquiries. The Chairman may allow additional public testimony if the issue warrants it. Brief rebuttal (5 minutes) for proponents and opponents heard separately and consecutively with presentation limited to their spokesman. Rebuttal shall be limited to factual statements pertaining to previous testimony. Comments should be directed to the Planning Commission, not the City Staff representatives present, unless directed to do so by the Chairman. . MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION Port Angeles, Washington March 10, 1993 CALL TO ORDER Chairwoman Souders called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. ROLL CALL Members Present: Orville Campbell, Carl Alexander, Bob Philpott, Bob Winters, Cindy Souders, Linda Nutter and Roger Catts. Members Absent: None. Staff Present: Brad Collins, John Jimerson, Ken Ridout, Bruce Becker. Public Present: Tom and Margaret Deeney, Mark and Kathy Hill, Bill Folden, Molly Hemmen, Mr. & Mrs. Burchards, Robert Linkletter, Brian Jones, Carl Oman. . APPROV AL OF MINUTES Commissioner Philpott moved to approve the minutes of the meeting of February 24, 1993, with a correction to the spelling of Mr. Mclaughlin's name on page one. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Winters and was approved 4-0, with Commissioners Campbell, Alexander and Nutter abstaining. Chairperson Souders stated that since the Planning Commission hasn't had a chance to review the minutes of February 17, 1993, approval of those minutes will be at the next meeting. ELECTION OF OFFICERS (1993-94) Commissioner Catts moved to nominate Commissioner Winters for the position of Planning Commission chair for the 1993-94 term. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Philpott. Commissioner Winters accepted the nomination provided that Commissioner Souders accept the nomination for vice-chair. Commissioner Alexander seconded the nomination for vice-chair. Commissioner Souders accepted. .' There being no further nominations, Commissioner Philpott moved to close the nominations. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Nutter and passed unanimously. The motions to " elect Commissioner Winters as chair and Commissioner Souders as vice-chair were approved . \ 1 unanImous y. . Planning Commission Minutes March 10, 1993 Page 2 Planning Director Collins noted for the record that the Planning Director has been filling the role of Executive Secretary to the Planning Commission The Planning Commission concurred with Chairman Winters' request that vice-chair Souders act as Chair for this meeting. SHORELINE MANAGEMENT PERMIT SMA 93(03)133 - lIT RA YONIER. 700 North Ennis Street: Request for a permit to allow relocation of a pulp beater within 200 feet of the shoreline, and to extend an existing roof for cover of the beater, located in the M- 2, Heavy Industrial District. John Jimerson reviewed the Department Report. In response to questions he clarified that a letter from the Department of Ecology (contained in the meeting packet) pertained to a previous permit and also clarified on the site plan where the beater would be located. Commissioner Winters announced that he lived near the site and for reasons of appearance of fairness, offered to step down if anybody in the audience has an objection. He does not believe he has any conflict of interest. There being no objections, he remained. . Molly Hemmen, 112 Viewcrest, stated the project is simple and straight forward, noting that overflow will be contained and directed into the water treatment system. Brian Jones, 700 N. Ennis Street, in response to a question about the noise generated by the equipment, stated that the unit produces as much noise as a washing machine with the lid left open. Molly Hemmen added that the beater will be operated during the day and possibly during evening hours. In response to a Public Works staff report comment, Ms. Hemmen stated the project will not affect exiting of the building. There being no further testimony, Vice-chair Souders closed the public hearing. Commissioner Philpott moved to recommend the City Council approve the Substantial Development Pennit citing the following findings and conclusions: Findings: 1. The approval is for relocation of a pulp beater to a location between the pulp storage warehouse and finishing room and extension of the roof cover between the two buildings to allow weather protection to the pulp beater. 2. The pulp beater area will be contained and will drain directly into the plants water treatment plant. . . . . Planning Commission Minutes March 10, 1993 Page 3 3. The project will not involve any excavation. 4. The Port Angeles Shoreline Master Program, Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance have been reviewed with respect to this proposal. 5. The beater will be located in the middle of the plant. Conclusions: A. The proposal is consistent with the Port Angeles Shoreline Master Program, specifically General Regulations C.l & C.4; and Natural Systems Regulation E.I.d. B. The proposal is consistent with the Port Angeles Comprehensive Plan, specifically Goal No.3; Industrial Development Policy No.5 and Land Use Objectives Nos. 1 & 5. C. The proposal will not be detrimental to the shoreline. D. The pulp beater will not be visible or heard from any location off the plant. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Catts and passed 7-0. STREET V ACA TION - STY 93(03)01 - HILL - Southeast corner of Porter and Olympus Avenue: Request for vacation of approximately two feet of City right-of-way. John Jimerson reviewed the Department Report, noting the applicant is requesting that the vacation be three feet wide instead of two feet to accommodate the house's roof overhang. In response to a question, Ken Ridout explained the Real Estate Committee's role is to estimate the value of the property to be vacated. The applicant is required to pay one half of the fair market value in exchange for the property. Commissioner Campbell asked what would be achieved by limiting the amount of right-of-way to be vacated to the minimum. Staff responded that a specific design of the intersection improvements has not been prepared and it is not known how much of the right-of-way is needed. If there is an excess of right-of-way after the design has been finalized, the property owner could then petition for vacation of additional right-of-way. Vice-chair Souders opened the public hearing. . . . Planning Commission Minutes March 10, 1993 Page 4 Mark Hill, 1206 Olympus, stated that only 3 feet of the right-of-way is needed. He doesn't understand the relationship between the right-of-way to the road, but the improved road is a long distance from the house. There being no further testimony, Vice-chair Souders closed the public hearing. Commissioner Catts moved to recommend the City Council approve the street vacation of three feet as requested citing the following findings and conclusions: Findings 1. The request is to vacate a 3' by 109.46' (328.4 s.f.) strip of Porter Street right-of- way. 2. The setback requirement for the subject site is either 18' or 25' from Porter Street, depending on the yard designation. 3. The right-of-way is 90 feet wide for the length of the applicants lot. The remainder of Porter Street is 60 feet wide. 4. Porter Street jogs 30 feet west for a length of two blocks between Olympus and Campbell Avenues. 5. The property is zoned RS-9. 6. The site is located along a designated school walking route. 7. There are several Comprehensive Plan Policies encouraging the provision of safe pedestrian facilities including Residential Policies 4 & 5 and Circulation Policies 7, 8 and to. Conclusions A. Vacation of this portion of the Porter Street right-of-way is in the public use and interest and would be a public benefit. B. The street vacation is consistent with the Goals, Policies and Objectives of the Comprehensive Plan, specifically, those listed in Finding No.6. C. The vacation would not adversely effect the rights-of-way that serve the area nor preclude the provision of sidewalks in the future. . . . Planning Commission Minutes March 10, 1993 Page 5 D. The existing structure on the subject site cannot meet the setback requirements with a 10' vacation of right-of-way. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Alexander and passed 7-0. REZONE REOUEST - REZ 93(03)05 - CITY OF PORT ANGELES. Between Park A venue and Lauridsen Boulevard and Between Franklin School and vacated Lafayette Street: Proposal for rezone of property presently zoned RS-9, Residential Single-Family, to RMD, Residential Medium Density. John Jimerson reviewed the Department Report. Commissioner Campbell asked for the reasoning for initiating the rezone. John Jimerson explained the rezone was initiated at the time the Planning Commission approved a rezone of property to RS-7 south of Park Street. That rezone separated the site in question from the rest of the RS-9 area to the south. The Planning Commission determined it would be appropriate to consider the rezone in light of the transitional nature with the RS-9 suburban and RS-7 urban zoning, schools, convalescent center and RP.A. substation in the area. Planning Director Collins further explained that RS-7 and RMD would both be considered urban zoning districts. Vice-chair Souders added that the Planning Commission, in initiating the rezone, was not implying they would be in favor of it. Rather, they consented to review such a proposal at a public hearing. In response to a question regarding roadway improvements, Mr. Collins indicated the Planning Department would recommend an L.I.D. for improving Park Avenue from Porter Avenue to Washington Street. Such an L.I.D. could be initiated by the property owner of the vacant 2.28 acre parcel in the rezone area, by the school district, or even by the single family homeowners in the area. Commissioner Philpott stated the need for housing has been expressed to the Planning Commission on many occasions and the RMD zone was created to bridge the gap between the high density and single family zones. Commissioner Alexander asked how many units could be developed on the 2.28 acre site if the zoning was RS-7 and if the property owners have been notified. John Jimerson said about 14 units could be built, although dedication of interior roads to serve the site could result in as much as a 25 % reduction in the number of lots. The persons listed as property owners within the rezone and within a 300' radius of the rezone site were given notice by mail of the proposal. Commissioner Nutter asked if the School District had been notified. Staff answered in the affirmative, as the school district is a property owner within 300 feet. . . . Planning Commission Minutes March 10, 1993 Page 6 Vice-chair Souders opened the public hearing. Bill Folden, 2405 S. Laurel, stated he is the largest property owner within the rezone area. He asked for clarification of the impact of the rezone on his Conditional Use Permit for the convalescent center as it relates to roadway improvements. Mr. Collins stated that as a condition of the Conditional Use Permit, Mr. Folden has entered into a no-protest agreement for the formation of an L.I.D.. The rezone will not affect that requirement. An L.I.D. could be triggered by development of the adjacent 2.28 acre site. Mr. Folden stated his concern has been answered and he has no objection to the rezone. Mark Hill, 1206 Olympus, questioned the ability of the roads to support the increased density. No mention has been made of the north-south roads. Vice-chair Souders asked why an L.I.D. would stop at Washington Street. Mr. Collins responded that it would be more difficult to obtain 50% ownership approval to extend it all the way to Race Street. Extending it to Washington Street would result in making road and sidewalk improvements to the school. Commissioner Philpott asked what the plans are for improving Park Avenue. Mr. Collins explained that a short plat has been approved at the intersection of Park and Porter which will result in improvements to those streets. Future subdivision on the south side of Park Avenue would result in additional improvements. Improvements are required to be made at the time property is subdivided or developed. There being no further testimony, Vice-chair Souders closed the public hearing. Commissioner Philpott moved to forward a favorable recommendation to the City to approve the rezone, citing the following rmdings and conclusions: Findings: 1. The approval is for rezone of roughly 11 acres of property located between Lauridsen Boulevard and Park Avenue and between Franklin Elementary School and the vacated Lafayette Street. 2. The Comprehensive Plan identifies the site as suburban residential environment. There are a number of Goals, Policies and Objectives which have been identified as being relevant to the rezone including Goals Nos. 3, 4 & 5; Residential Policies Nos. 2, 4, 5, 15-18; Social Policy No.4; Social Objectives Nos. 1-3; and Land Use Objectives Nos. 1, 2, 4-7. 3. The City of Port Angeles SEP A Responsible Official issued a Determination of . . . Planning Commission Minutes March 10, 1993 Page 7 Non-Significance for the rezone on February 12, 1993. 4. Property to the east and west of the site is zoned PBP, to the north RS-7, and to the south property is zoned RS-9 and RS-7. 5. The site is improved with 7 or 8 single family homes and a convalescent home. Two 2.28 acre sites are vacant. A conditional use permit for an assisted living facility has been approved for one of the 2.28 acre sites. 6. Many of the interior rights-of-way platted between Park A venue and Lauridsen Boulevard have been previously vacated by the County. 7. Property south of the site has recently been rezoned from RS-9 to RS-7. 8. Crestwood Convalescent Center is undergoing expansion and has plans for construction of an assisted living facility on the site. 9. The rezone would not create any non-conforming uses or facilities with respect to provisions of the RMD zone district. 10. The site abuts and is served by two arterial roadways. A third (Race Street) is about 1000 feet to the west. Conclusions: A. The rezone is in the public use and interest and is compatible with the surrounding zomng. B. The rezone is consistent with the Goals, Policies, and Objectives of the Comprehensive Plan, specifically, those identified in Finding No.2. C. Circumstances have changed since the property was zoned RS-9. Property to the south has recently been rezoned to allow smaller lots. The convalescent center on the site is expanding and using the land more intensively. Commissioner Campbell stated this is an excellent opportunity to create medium density zoning and noted that the neighborhood was not opposed to the proposal. Commissioner Alexander agreed the rezone is appropriate. . . . Planning Commission Minutes March 10, 1993 Page 8 Commissioner Catts expressed his desire for the Planning Commission to stand fast on the roadway improvements when the time comes. He asked if an L.I.D. would be initiated by the City. Mr. Collins said an L.I.D. would be initiated by the property owners, but the City could encourage the owners to do so. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Winters and was approved 7-0. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT - ZCA 93(03)01 CITY OF PORT ANGELES. City-wide: Establishing street standards for unopened plats within the City. John Jimerson reviewed the Department Report and suggested the Planning Commission consider modification to the proposed ordinance which would require short plat ordinance street standards be met for development of four or fewer homes and subdivision ordinance street standards be met for development of five or more homes. Mr. Collins offered another amendment to clarify that a remodel or room addition to an existing home would not trigger the requirements of this ordinance. Vice-chair Souders opened the public hearing. Carl Oman, 1130 E. Ninth Street, asked that Fire Marshal comment on the impact of fire trucks on roads. Bruce Becker responded that the minimum standard per the fire code is a 20' wide all weather surface. There being no further testimony, Vice-chair Souders closed the public hearing. There was significant amount of discussion about the wording of the ordinance. The consensus of the Planning Commission was that the ordinance should not be triggered unless there are a minimum of five homes being constructed. The Commission and staff worked to achieve the following language for Section 1 of the proposed ordinance: "For platted lots on which no buildings exist, certificates of occupancy for five units or more may not be issued until the street(s) within the City right-of-way providing access to the lots are improved to the minimum City street improvement cross section standard as required for Chapter 16.08 (pAMC). The first four certificates of occupancy for buildings on such streets shall not be issued until a no-protest L.I.D. agreement has been entered into." Commissioner Nutter expressed concerned that the required improvements can be avoided. Ken Ridout responded that he didn't believe someone with five lots would develop only four to avoid the requirements. The ordinance will be beneficial, especially as the west end opens up and . . . Planning Commission Minutes March 10, 1993 Page 9 developers build 10-12 homes at a time. Commi!lO.sioner Winters moved to forward a recommendation of approval to the City Council to adopt an ordinance amending Cbapter 14.01 PAMC by adding tbe language provided above. The motion was made citing the following findings and conclusions: Findings: 1. The proposed ordinance requires streets be improved to minimum standards of the Subdivision ordinance prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy. 2. There are a large number of platted lots, many between "I" and "N" Streets, which contain unimproved street rights-of-way. 3. Residential Policies Nos. 4 & 5 encourage improvements be provided at the time of development, not after, and in a manner consistent with the environment in which they are located. The City's minimum street standard for any environment is that which is contained in the Subdivision ordinance (Section 16.08 PAMC). 4. The Comprehensive Plan has been reviewed with respect to this proposal. Conclusions: A. The Amendment is in the public use and interest. It contributes to implementation of the City's policy for roadway improvements. B. The Amendment is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies, specifically Goals Nos. I, 3 & 4; Residential Policies Nos. 4, 5 & 8; Commercial Policy No.1; Community Facilities and Services Policies Nos. 1 & 2; Community Facilities Objective No.1; and Land Use Objectives Nos. 6 & 7. C. The Amendment bridges a gap in the City's improvement standards where infill development in previously platted areas is not required to meet similar City street requirements for outlying, newly developed areas. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Catts and passed 7-0. ZONING CODE AMENDMENT - ZCA 93(03)02 - CITY OF PORT ANGELES. CSD. ACD. CBD. LI and M-2 Districts: Proposal to amend the Zoning Ordinance to allow fire stations as a conditional use in the CSD-Cl and C2, ACD, CBD, LI and M-2 Districts. . . . Planning Commission Minutes March 10, 1993 Page 10 John Jimerson reviewed the Department Report. Vice-chair Souders asked if staff had considered making fire stations a permitted use. Staff responded that it could be a permitted use if it is compatible with other permitted land uses in those zones. Fire stations have some external impacts, noise being the highest concern. The City can address mitigation through the permit review process. Commissioner Campbell asked if there are any plans for additional stations. Brad Collins stated the City is looking for a temporary location to house the fire department while their existing facility is being remodeled. The existing station is zoned CSD-C2 and would require a conditional use permit for the remodel if the proposed amendment is adopted. Vice-chair Souders opened the public hearing. Rob Linkletter, 1324 E. First Street, stated the fire station site is not zoned for a fire station. Under current zoning the fire station could be located in the PBP zone at places such as a park, at the hospital or at City Hall which are not desirable locations for a fire station. The PBP zone also has restrictive setback requirements. He agreed that fire stations should be listed as a conditionally permitted use. In preparing the request, they decided that the use would not be compatible with residential zones. He presented a zoning map of the City in which the affected zones were highlighted. After a quick review, staff noted there were two affected locations that had not been highlighted. There being no further testimony, Vice-chair Souders closed the public hearing. Commissioner Catts asked what the longest response time in town is. Fire Marshall Becker stated the response time to the Lower Elwha Road area is 6-7 minutes and to Del Guzzi Drive 5-6 minutes. Commissioner Winters moved to forward a favorable recommendation to the City Council to approved the proposed zoning code amendment citing the following (mdings and conclusions: Findings: 1. Current regulations limit the placement of fire stations to the PBP zone district. 2. A number of Comprehensive Plan Goals, Policies and Objectives have been identified as being most relevant to the proposal including Goals Nos. 3 & 4; Commercial Policies Nos. 3 & 9; Community Facilities and Services Policies Nos. 1-4; Community Facilities Objectives Nos. 1 & 2; and Land Use Objectives Nos. 1, 2, 4 & 7. . Planning Commission Minutes March 10, 1993 Page 11 3. A Determination of Non-Significance was issued on March 4, 1993. 4. Fire stations generally are located separate from other public facilities. 5. The proposal would allow fire stations as a conditional use in the industrial zones and the more intensive commercial zones. The least intensive commercial zones, DC and CN, have not been included in the proposal. 6. Traffic and noise impacts from the use are intermittent. Conclusions: A. The Zoning Code Amendment is in the public use and interest. B. The Zoning Code Amendment is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies, specifically those identified in Finding No.2. C. The proposed amendment is consistent with the intent of the CSD-C 1 & C2, ACD, CBD, LI and M-2 Zones. . The motion was seconded by Commissioner Alexander and passed 7-0. COMMUNICA nON FROM THE PUBLIC None STAFF REPORTS Brad Collins stated that he and the new chairman need to meet to prepare an agenda for the long range planning meetings for the upcoming year. There is no agenda set for the March 24. 1993. meeting. He suggested the meeting be used to provide an orientationllraining session for the newer Commissioners and a refresher for the veterans. The Commission concurred that would be an appropriate agenda item. They also stated they would like to review the Draft Environmental Impact Statement prepared for the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Collins encouraged the Commissioners to become members of the American Planning Association, explaining that many of the programs and publications are oriented to the lay public and Planning Commissioners. Vice-<:hair Souders said she finds the publications to be very useful and enlightening. The monthly magazine is well written and concise. They don't waste . paper on a lot of useless information. Planning Commission Minutes March 10, 1993 Page 12 . REPORTS OF COMMISSION MEMBERS Several Commissioners commended the efforts of Cindy Souders in her role as Planning Commission Chair and as a GMAC member. She has performed her duties in a professional manner and has set a high standard of leadership. Commissioner Nutter thanked the other Commissioners for making her feel welcome. Commissioner Alexander expressed his pleasure to be a member of the Commission. In reference to the "Departmental Comments" portion of the staff reports, he asked what the difference between "no comment" and "no objection" is. John Jimerson responded they are essentially the same. No comment does not mean that Department made no comment. It means their comment was that they had no comment. Commissioner Alexander asked who the SEPA Responsible Official is. Mr. Collins answered that role is filled by the Planning Director, who also acts as the Shoreline Administrator. Commissioner Alexander asked how often the by-laws are updated, noting that it may be out of date. Mr. Collins stated the by-laws can be discussed during the orientation meeting on March 24. . Vice-Chair Souders said the GMAC made a presentation to the Clallam County Commission on the City's progress on the Comprehensive Plan and the Planning Commission recommendation. The GMAC asked the Commission when the UGA Planning Joint Committee would be formed. Dorothy Duncan said the City is way ahead of everyone else in their planning efforts. They are scheduled to review the Urban Growth Areas on April 13. Commissioner Duncan also said they would like to tie the County's watershed planning with its comprehensive planning which will add time to the process. Vice-chair Souders said the City went out of their way to provide good information to the County Commissioners and was disappointed with their lack of response and lack of commitment toward cooperation. Mr. Collins expressed staffs appreciation for the efforts of Cindy Souders noting that her efforts have included many unseen hours in the planning process. Her commitment has been well beyond the normal call of duty. 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