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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 03/13/1985 '<. . . PLANNING COMMISSION Port Angeles, Washington March 13, 1985 I CALL TO ORDER Chairman Ross called the meeting to order at 7:05 P.M. II ROLL CALL Members Present: Ted Puckett, Jerry Glass, Jim Hulett, Lorraine Ross, Jerry Cornell, Gary Cissel Members Absent: None; one vacancy Staff Present: Paul D. Carr, Dan VanHemert, Gary Braun III APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Cornell moved to amend the Minutes of the February 27, 1985, meeting to read that the Port of Port Angeles did not oppose light industrial zoning west of the Airport runway, and then moved to approve the minutes as amended. Mr. Hulett seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. IV PUBLIC HEARINGS SHORELINE MANAGEMENT PERMIT ITT RAYONIER. Application for a permit to replace wood pilings and wood floor under the existing warehouse with 4,500 cubic yards of gravel fill and rock rip-rap at the present mill site. (Continued from February 13, 1985) Mr. Cissel moved to continue this hearing to the June 12, 1985, meeting, per the request of the applicant. Mr. Cornell seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. STREET VACATION REQUEST SCHOENFELDT/PEACOCK Vacate portions of Vine Street and alley between Park and Vashon Streets. Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report. Chairman Ross opened the public hearing. John Spiess, representing the Schoenfeldts, explained that his clients assumed the right-of-way was vacated. John Peacock, son of the Peacocks, provided additional history on the vacations in the area. Chairman Ross closed the public hearing. Mr. Cornell moved to recommend vacation of the rights-of-way subject to the following conditions: . . . PLANNING COMMISSION March 13, 1985 Page 2 1. That utility easements for sewer lines and electrical facilities by retained by the City. He cited the following findings: A. Without rededication or grant of easement, the rights- of-way cannot be used for public access or utility purposes. B. There are no immediate impacts on traffic patterns, utility services, or public safety in this vicinity. C. Consolidation of these rights-of-way into the adjacent lots will assist in clearing title to the properties to be placed on the tax rolls and enhance the tax base of the community. Mr. Puckett seconded the motion which passed unanimously. SHORELINE MANAGEMENT PERMIT MERRILL & RING- Application for a permit to allow expansion of the existing wood chip facility including installation of a chip belt conveyor, chip feeder and blower, along with maintenance dredging adjacent to the existing pier. Location: North side of Marine Drive, west of Port Angeles Boat Haven. Mr. Carr reviewed the Department Report. Chairman Ross opened the public hearing. Dick Stroble of M & R explained that they presently receive eight vessels a year are now loaded. Expansion should not increase the number of vesselsvessels, but would increase the volume of chips. In response to a question, he noted that wind-blown wood chips are not a problem with the current pneumatic system. The mechanical conveyor will be partially enclosed by a metal cover on top of the conveyor. In response to another question, he explained that no additional dolphins will be installed; therefore, it will not interfere with the Boat Launch to the east. Chairman Ross closed the public hearing. Mr. Cissel moved to recommend approval of the Shoreline Permit citing the following findings: 1. The proposed project conforms with the Shoreline Master Program. 2. The site is identified for industrial uses in the Comprehensive Plan. 3. The proposed project complies with the City Zoning Ordinance. PLANNING COMMISSION March 13, 1985 Page 3 . Mr. Puckett seconded the motion which passed 5 - 1. Mr. Cornell voted "No" because there was inadequate understand- ing of the effectiveness of the conveyor enclosure. TEMPORARY USE HEARING - WARREN - Request for extension of a Temporary Use Permit allowing the use of a mobile home as a residence for elderly parents in the RS-7, Single-Family Residential District. Location: Northwest corner of 18th and Reyes Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report and noted there had been no public comments on the extension. Chairman Ross opened the public hearing. Mr. Warren was available for questions. closed the public hearing. Chairman Ross Mr. Hulett moved to recommend approval of the extension for a two-year period subject to the original conditions. Mr. Cornell seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. . CONDITIONAL USE HEARING - THANHEISER - Request for a Conditional Use Permit allowing a Retail Stand ("Weenie Wagon ") in the Central Business District. Location: Northeast corner of Lincoln and First Streets Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report, noting that conditions have not changed for approximately four years and there have been no complaints received. Chairman Ross opened the public hearing. Mr. Thanheiser explained that he complies with all the conditions and would like a permit for longer than one year. Chairman Ross closed the public hearing. Mr. Cornell moved to recommend approving the retail stand permit, subject to the following conditions: 1. That a fire extinguisher and power source approved by the City Fire Chief be installed. 2. The applicant sign a hold-harmless agreement with the City. 3. If the retail stand proves to be an impediment to pedestrian traffic, the use will vacate the site on inspection by and order of the City Engineer. . 4. Permit shall be valid for two years. Mr. Cissel seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. . . . PLANNING COMMISSION March 13, 1985 Page 4 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - HUETHER - Request for a Conditional Use Permit allowing a beauty shop as a Home occupation in the RS-7, Single-Family Residential District. Location: 815 West Ninth Street Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report. Chairman Ross opened the public hearing. Penny Huether explained that she expected only one customer at a time. Irene Krueder, 817 West Ninth, and Deah Jacobson, 821 West Ninth, both support the Horne Occupation. Chairman Ross closed the public hearing. Mr. Glass moved to recommend approval of the Conditional Use Permit, subject to the following conditions: 1. Only one operator be present. 2. Customers be notified that they must park in the carport. 3. One 2AIOBC dry chemical fire extinguisher be installed per NFPA #10. He cited the following findings: A. The beauty shop as a Home Occupation will not introduce excessive noise, vibration or odor into this residential area. B. Properly controlled, vehicular traffic and on-street parking will not be significantly increased. c. The Home occupation will not adversely affect nearby residential properties. D. It will not endanger the public health, safety, morals, or welfare and is in the public interest. Mr. Puckett seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. CONDITIONAL USE HEARING - MATTHEWS - Request for an extension of a Conditional Use Permit allowing the seasonal retail sale of bait and tackle as a Home Occupation. Location: 323 East 13th Street Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report and noted there had been no complaints in the last few years. Chairman Ross opened the public hearing. Mr. Matthews explained that he has removed the one sign that was noted in the staff report. He has been at this location . . . PLANNING COMMISSION March 13, 1985 Page 5 for approximately 46 years. Chairman Ross closed the public hearing. Mr. Glass moved to recommend a two-year extension of the permit, subject to the conditions attached in 1981 and 1983. Mr. Puckett seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. V COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC None VI STAFF REPORTS Mr. Carr received confirmation from the Planning Commission that the area in the Del Hur Periphery Zoning Resolution that was designated F-3 in the County Zoning would be classified LI in the Periphery Zoning Ordinance. VII REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS Mr. Glass noted that his comments regarding bed and break- fasts referred to those that had not been permitted, because bed and breakfasts are not exempt. Mr. Hulett observed that there were a number of used cars for sale in Alberston's parking lot. Sections of the Waterfront Trail south of the Boat Haven have some low spots where ground water collects and. the paint stripe was showing winter wear. He also requested an update on the cross-walk at Eighth and Laurel near the bowling alley and inquired about the merging arrows on Race south of First Street. VIII ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:30 P.M. ~ / aul D. Carr, Secretary 4~s ~ft"/l-!nC , hairmart PDC:LF Tape condition: fair . .bi.A NN\~C; CITY of PORT ANGELES ATTENDANCE ROSTER TYPE OF NEE:rI~ C I +'g FJ /.H-l iii 111 s.. Q,.,.,."",,; };~,' fl..- DATE OF l1EETING if/\ Ll f c.- '" J J ) Cj ~ <;- ~ ) LOCATIOO NAME: ADDRESS: ~ct-j.~~~ . f/ tp./V~ ~~ ~~~C.~~ - -~ ~ ~~,v'- ~4t . ,YL-. / qz: ~~;- --Jo\""'" C-~~ ~~ C ~1- > :J- 3 P I '3 T~ S J. ff-J 7 LJ _ ti ril ~~~ ~,:~ 7fl- ,0/",-<- /.2/ -H,f ; lJ...l_ II '51 c...q~~ e ? . 5 q w "~l f.c. ~t 7<48' 46 C(-~ ~ ~ .