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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 07/24/1991 . I. D. m. IV. . 1. AGENDA PORT ANGELES PLANNING COMMISSION City Council Chambers 321 East Fifth Street Port Angeles, W A 98362 July 24, 1991 7:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROV AL OF MINUTES: Meetings of July 10, 1991 PUBLIC BEARING: ZONING CODE AMENDMENT - ZCA 91(06)04 - CLALLAM COUNTY EMERGENCY HOUSING CENTER: City-wide. Request for consideration of Zoning Code Amendment to allow temporary emergency shelter facilities by Conditional Use Permit in the LIJ Light Industrial District. 2. PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT - OLYMPIC VISTAS - PRD 91(07)02. Eckard Avenue east of Wabash Street. Proposal for a 4-unit Planned Residential Development in the RS-9, Residential Single-Family District. VI. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC VD. STAFF REPORTS vm. REPORTS OF COMMISSION MEMBERS IX. ADJOURNMENT . All correspondence pertaining to a hearing item received by the Planning Department at least one day prior to the scheduled hearing will be provided to Commission members before the hearing. P1aMing Commi611ion: Ray Grover, Chair; Cindy Souders, Vice-Chair: Jim Hulett: Roger Calts; Larry Leonard; Bob Philpou; Bill Anabel. Planning Staff: Brad Collins, Planning Director; Sue Roberds. Planning Office Spel:ialist; John Jimerson, Associate Planner; David Sawyer, Senior Planner, . . . 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 Stafr representatives present, unless directed to do so by the Chairman. . . . PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Port Angeles, Washington July 24, 1991 I. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Gruver called the meeting to order at 7:05 P.M. II. ROLL CALL Members Present: Larry Leonard, Roger Catts, Jim Hulett, Ray Gruver, Bob Philpott, cindy Souders. Members Excused: Bill Anabel staff Present: Sue Roberds, John Jimerson, Ken Ridout, Bruce Becker. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Philpott noted an omission in the July 10, 1991, Minutes. The wording Mr. Collins noted a condition of apDroval of the PRD requires parkinq to be provided in accordance with the City's Parkinq Ordinance should have been included in discussion on page 6 of the minutes, of the La vista Planned Residential Development. Mr. Philpott moved to approve the July 10, 1991, Minutes with the noted correction. Mr. Catts seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. IV. PUBLIC HEARING ZONING CODE AMENDMENT - ZCA 9 1 ( 06) 04 - CLALLAK COUNTY EMERGENCY HOUSING. LI. Light Industrial District. Citv- wide: Request for consideration of a Zoning Code Amendment to allow temporary emergency shelter facilities by Conditional Use Permit in the Li, Light Industrial District. John Jimerson reviewed the Department Report and answered questions from the Commission regarding which districts presently permit temporary/emergency housing either outright or conditionally, and discussed noise concerns. He answered that "social service agencies.providing 24-hour residential _.u care II ar'e' listed 1n 'both-- the Central Business and Arterial Commercial Districts. After reminding those present that this is not a site specific proposal, and specific site information may not be discussed, Chairman Gruver opened the public hearing. Sandy Oliver, 2602~ West Eighteenth Street, Executive Director of serenity House, stated that federal emergency shelter law has recently been amended to be from 30 to 60 days per resident. Volunteer staff is available 24-hours a day; care is PLANNING COMMISSION July 24, 1991 Page 2 . not certified or licensed. She believed serenity House to be the only agency of its kind in the State. The agency has been in existence since 1983, and has been providing familial care since 1988. An average of approximately 600 persons have been provided shelter each year. Those seeking housing include not only those who may have been evicted from other residential situations, or suffered personal tragedy, but also those individuals and families who have moved to the area but are unable to find any housing. Individuals and families are presently being networked to motel situations; however, the cost of housing in a motel situation is staggering and becomes even less desirable due to the inability for day to day and case management monitoring in connecting with appropriate social service agencies. Serenity House presently exists as a non-conforming use in a Light Industrial District, therefore preventing further expansion. The Code amendment would allow expansion of the facility to allow housing for up to 25 people, or 7 families at that location. Noise levels above those normally found in any residential area would not be generated by the use. The wording proposed by staff provides that if for any reason the use is seen to be in conflict with the industrial nature of the district, the use shall become null and void. . Ms. Oliver stated that earlier this year, Senator Paul Conner presented to the State Legislature a bill which was passed in May, which gives local authorities the option to pass an ordinance to allow emergency shelter for homeless individuals. Five years' grace period would be given to bring the facilities up to Code. There is a desperate need for housing in this area, and Ms. Oliver urged the commission's recommendation for approval of the Zoning Code Amendment. In response to a question from Commissioner Catts, Ms. Oliver answered that approximately 45% of those served are from out of the local area. The percentage of people coming from other shelter facilities is low, not a majority by any means. Bran Sundt, 1316 East Second Street, member of the serenity House Board of Directors, urged the Commission recommend approval of the requested amendment based on the urgent to house the homeless in the area. .....Glen..,Swanson,._(.no...address..given) , _and .,John~Roblan, members of the Serenity House Board of Directors, also requested the Commission forward a favorable recommendation to the City Council as the need to house the homeless is a desperate one. . Robert Hyden, 3005 West Eighteenth Street, a resident in the Airport Industrial Park area, asked for clarification of the wording "temporary". Does temporary mean to be replaced with more permanent units, or expanded? Mr. Jimerson answered that the wording indicates the use is allowed on a temporary basis. PLANNING COMMISSION July 24, 1991 Page 3 . There being no further comment, Chairman Gruver closed the public hearing. Following limited discussion, commissioner Leonard moved to recommend the Light Industrial District of zoning ordinance No. 1709, as amended, be further amended as follows: Add the following to section 17.32.040 Conditional Uses: 1. Social service agencies providing 24-hour residential care may be granted a temporary Conditional Use Permit for a period of one (1) year. Such permit may be issued only if the Planning Commission finds: 1. That the average daily noise levels (ldn) do not exceed 60 decibels for exterior portions of the site and 45 decibels for interior living quarters. 2. That existing industrial uses will not adversely impact the residential use. 3. In the event a change in circumstances is found by the Planning Commission which would result in potential adverse impacts on an approved residential use, or if any land use conflicts arise, the Conditioanl Use shall become void and the residential use shall cease. . This recommendation is based on the following findings and conclusions: FINDINGS: 1. The stated purpose of the Light Industrial Zone District is to "preserve land for industrial uses in a planned, park-like setting, in close proximity to airports and highways". 2. The bulk of the LI-zoned lands is located around the Airport, with smaller clusters of LI-zoned land located at Boulevard and "C" Streets / in the vicinity of Tumwater and Valley Streets, and the Downtown waterfront. _ _3~.__ _Residential-uses__,are.._not_.normally ~-considered to be compatible with industrial uses. 4. The proposed use will be allowed only on a temporary basis and only if the use would not be adversely impacted by noise and other nuisances or hazards which may occur in industrial areas. . PLANNING COMMISSION July 24, 1991 Page 4 . 5. In the event of incompatibi I i ty between an approved residential use and industrial uses, the Conditional Use Permit shall become void and the residential use will be required to cease operation. CONCLUSIONS: A. The potential for land use conflict is minimized by the limitations placed on the Conditional Use. B. The zoning Code Amendment is in the public use and interest. C. The amendment is consistent with the Goals and Policies of the Comprehensive Plan. D. The amendment is consistent with the intent of the LI zoning District. Roqer Catts seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. . During discussion, it was noted the Staff Report included a memo from the Public Works Department indicating the Real Estate Committee had discussed and rejected the proposal of possible use of sub-standard housing as temporary housing. The Commission expressed concern that members of the council who were in attendance at the Real Estate Committee meeting may be precluded from officiating in the event the issue were to be referred to them on appeal. PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT - OLYMPIC ESTATES - PRD 91 (07) 02 - Eckard Avenue east of Wabash Street: Proposal for a four-unit Planned Residential Development in the RS-9, Residential Single-Family District. John Jimerson reviewed the Department Report and further explained the site plan and proposal in response to questions from the Commission. Chairman Gruver opened the public hearing. . George Casady, 201 East Boston, Seattle, the applicant, explained that there is an Local Improvement District (LID) in the area at the present time that he is part of. The property could support four 9,000 square foot lots, but he felt the PRO route would better protect the quality of the neighborhood near White's Creek. The design allows preservation of most of the existing trees on-site and allows a good separation between the existing homes and the proposed residences. Covenants will ensure the creation of a "neighborhood" and will prevent parking in the lane which serves the site. Five parking spaces are provided for each site. Mr. Casady did not feel the need to provide curbs and sidewalks within the development as the nearest improvements are approximately two PLANNING COMMISSION July 24, 1991 Page 5 . miles from the site. The applicant also questioned what the required minimum driveway width would be. Fire Marshal Becker noted the requirement is for minimum 20-foot driveway acceSSj however, only 16 feet would have to be improved with a four foot shoulder. It was also noted that the nearest fire hydrant is not within the minimum 250 feet as measured along street frontages. The applicant is required to place a fire hydrant within 250 feet of all home sites in lieu of residential sprinkler systems. Bob Coulter, 1452 Eckard Avenue, stated that he had been in contact with a number of neighbors in the area. Being a neighbor ing property owner / he expressed support of the proposal. His only concern was that the drainage pond might prove to be an attractive nuisance to neighborhood children, and that because there is no natural drainage, the pond may become brackish in the dry months. He appreciated the applicant's wish to retain the bucolic nature of the area. There being no further questions, or comment from the audience, Chairman Gruver closed the public hearing. . Following further discussion on stormwater drainage, maintenance of the pond area and setbacks, commissioner Catts moved to recommend approval of the proposed Planned Residential Development citing the following conditions, findings and conclusions: CONDITIONS: A. Development and final plat shall be substantially in accord with the four-page set of plans titled "Olympic Estates", dated received on June 5/ 1991, by the Planning Department, except as may be modified by conditions stated herein. B. Prior to final PRO and plat approval, Eckard Avenue shall be improved to City standards, including curb, gutter, sidewalks, and paving along the frontage of the PRO, or the applicant shall enter into a non-protest agreement for the formation of an L.1.D. for the purpose of installation of the required improvements. All work shall be inspected and approved by the Department of Public Works. C. Prior to final PRD and plat approval, the applicant shall provide a storm water drainage plan to the Department of Public Works for review and approval: . a. Roof leaders/footings should drain to the pond; b. Culverts shall be installed underneath the driveways; . . . PLANNING COMMISSION July 24, 1991 Page 6 c. Install or clean out a drainage ditch on the south side of Eckard Avenue from the west margin of the site to Wabash street. d. The outlet control on the pond shall not exceed the predevelopment conditions. D. The one-way circular drive shall be a minimum of 20 feet wide and have an all-weather surface. E. A fire hydrant capable of delivering 1,000 gallons per minute shall be within 250 feet of any home; or an alternative would be to sprinkler the homes and have a fire hydrant within 500 feet of any home. F. A sign on Eckard Avenue at the entrance of the driveway is required, indicating the four addresses of the homes. G. Comply with all state and local Building and Fire Codes. H. Submit for final PRO approval a detailed landscape plan which shows trees to be preserved, and number, type, quantity, and location of new materials. The plan shall clearly demonstrate that the 30% common usable open space is usable and accessible. I. The project may not be constructed in phases. J. Electrical utilities serving the houses shall be placed underground. FINDINGS: 1. The approval is for four detached single-family dwelling units on four lots ranging in area from 6,246 square feet to 7,115 square feet, and a common area lot of 19,990 square feet on a 1.15-acre parcel of land. 2. The Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Code, and Subdivision Ordinance of the City of Port Angeles have been reviewed with respect to the proposed Planned Residential Development and plat. 3. The property is zoned single-family residential (RS-9). ............. ... ..._....... c. . _.... .._'. -6-"'" . 4. The proposed density of the project is 3.48 dwelling units per acre. 5. The development plans of record (Sheets A1 - A4) were filed with the City on June 5, 1991. 6. The Planning Commission's recommendation of preliminary PRD approval is based upon compliance with Sections 17.70.050 and .120 of the Zoning Ordinance. CONCLUSIONS: . . . PLANNING COMMISSION July 24, 1991 Page 7 A. The proposed PRO is consistent with the Port Angeles Comprehensive Plan, and specifically, the following Goals, Policies, and Objectives: GOALS A community where development and use of the land are done in a manner that is compatible with the environment, the characteristics of the use and the users. A community of viable neighborhoods and variety of opportunities for personal interaction, fulfillment and enjoyment, attractive to people of all ages, characteristics and interests. Residential policies Nos. 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 19; Urban Design policy No.2; Open Space Policy No.3; Land Use Objectives Nos. 1 and 3. B. The proposed density of 3.48 dwelling units per acre meets the allowances contained in section 17.70.060 of the Zoning Ordinance. c. The common open space provided by the PRO exceeds the required minimum of 30% and is compatible with, and appropriate for the urban context in which it is located. The usability and accessibility of the common open space will be reviewed and approved at the time of final PRO approval. D. The proposed development, as conditioned, creates a residential environment of higher quality than that normally achieved by traditional residential development. E. The proposed development will be compatible with the suburban residential environment in which it would be located. F. The project would be adequately served by the existing Eckard Avenue. The PRO has been conditioned to ensure the portion of Eckard Avenue along the PRO frontage is improved to the standards contained in the Subdivision Ordinance. .. ..~, . . . .-....G... ~The~proposal~is._smaller .than..four...acres .and therefore may not be constructed in phases. H. The development contains less than four acres; therefore, there must be special circumstances in order to fulfill the intent of the PRO Ordinance. The applicant has stated an intent to preserve much of the wooded character of the site and to preserve the low-lying wetland in the form of a pond. . . . PLANNING COMMISSION July 24, 1991 Page 8 Commissioner Leonard seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. The Commission commended the applicant on the professionalism of his application and presentation. V. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC None. VI. STAFF REPORTS John Jimerson noted the enforcement letter sent to the Chinook Motel, in response to an inquiry by Commissioner Hulett, July 10, 1991. It was also noted the Eagle r s Lodge had been contacted with regard to overnight parking of RVs at their facility. The outcome was that the fraternal organization provides an area for traveling members to stay overnight with only electrical hookup available, and is generally practiced nationwide. VII REPORTS OF COMMISSION MEMBERS Mr. Catts noted the Commission would be meeting July 31, 1991, to discuss critical areas and urban growth boundaries. He suggested the commission review the draft document presented to them for the meeting, especially the wetlands ordinance. Mr. Hulett stated he would like to see the City write a letter to the Classic Rod Club assuring them that the purported unfriendly treatment they had received by a State Patrol off icer was in no way indicative of how the City of Port Angeles felt about their trip to the city and the donation that was made as a result of their City pier activities. A number (approximately 30) of the rods were stopped as they left the City limits and issued citations. The group was in Port Angeles as part of a City pier activity in which a donation of a portion of the fee charged to view the vehicles was donated to a local social organization; however, the group has decided Port Angeles is not a place they will choose to visit again any time soon. Mr. Hulett felt the club should be assured of the city's gratitude in th. community oriented action by way of a letter. It was the consensus of the Commission to encourage a letter be se t from he City Council and Commission to the club and assure them of their welcome~ _. __for_futur.e_acti v:iti.es.., VIII ADJOURNMENT There being no further business the m P.M. Acting secretary Ch SR . PLEASE SIGN IN CITY OF PORT ANGELES Attendance Roster ~ of Meeti~:~ng ~!Z~9 / Location 1i: E. 5~ treet - i Hall Name Address ~G~ USADl( %O?~I f .~ it! .j()dJiJ~ ~wlLiL ~~ -=- 2~f':?C..!( ::;", Gv '- n....,e.. · ~ f::r 26 ( ~ --go<)\flrJ ~(J1\1llE W A 73~: ~ f~ (fA wA ...foOS' tJ /?d- /,{l. 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