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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes 09/23/1981 . PLANNING COMMISSION Port Angeles, Washington September 23, 1981 I CALL TO ORDER Vice-Chairman Jean Thompson called the meeting to order at 7:02 P.M. I I ROLL CALL Members Present: Jean Thompson, Charles Whidden, Colin Bennett, David Brewer, Milton E. Ranta Members Absent: Richard Anderson, Patrick Downie Staff Present: Paul D. Carr, Dan VanHemert, Louise Frost III APPROVAL OF MINUTES . Mr. Brewer moved to approve the minutes of the September 9th meeting as submitted. Mr. Bennett seconded this motion, which passed unanimously. IV COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC None. V PLANNING STUDIES 1. Home Occupations' Utili t'ies Charges. Based on the lack of current information, Mr. Whidden moved to continue discussion of this study until October 28th. Mr. Ranta seconded this motion, which passed unanimously. 2. Short Plat Ordinance Rev'iew. . Mr. Carr reviewed the new sections of the proposed ordinance clarifying certain proposed design standards. The Commis- sion discussed the design standards and suggested that the reasons for such standards be included. The Commission sug- gested that a portion of the panhandle area be included in the lot areai and that the number of panhandles permitted in a short plat should be determined by the configuration of the parcel being short platted. Messrs. Bennett and Ranta felt the proposed design standards might be too re- strictive. Planning Commission september 23, 1981 Page 2 . Louie Torres, Clark and Associates, said that the proposed standards appear to be concerned with development rather than the division of land. George Casady added that some of the proposed standards duplicate existing laws. Mr. Bennett pointed out that the present review was undertaken because of the vagueness of the existing short plat ordinance. Mr. Carr added that the problem was one of inconsistency in im- posing requirements. Mr. Torres said improvement require- ments were appropriate but design should be determined by the market. Johnie Key said that 40% of the cost of a house involves regulations, fees, interest, down tiMe, etc. He suggested sufficient regulation to guarantee the public health and safety and then look at each proposed short plat on an in- dividual basis. Keep the regulations to a minimum. Mr. Bennett suggested subsection C, items 3 and 4, and sub- sections D and E be eliminated. r.ir. Bennett thanked the Home Builders' Association members for attending. George Casady suggested setting minimum regulations and adding ad- ditional ones when they are needed. . Mr. Bennett moved to continue this Planning Study to October 28th to allow the Home Builders' Association and other in- terested parties to review and submit comments on the pro- posed design standards. Mr. Whidden seconded this motion, which passed unanimously. 3. Parking Reguir'ertlent's' -fOT" OayCare Ce-nt'ers. Mr. VanHemert said that copies of the Agenda and the previous memoranda submitted to the Commission had been forwarded to Mrs. Warder, but the Department had not heard from her. Mr. Bennett commented that the present requirement of ten off-street parking spaces for a day care center might be excessive. The Commission discussed the advantages and disadvantages of drive-throughs and unloading areas. Mr. Bennett then suggested that the parking requirements for day care centers be reduced to two spaces plus one for un~ loading, so long as there are no more than 12 children at the center. More than 12 children would require 10 spaces. Mr. Ranta said that not all of the children are at a day care center at the same time. Mr. Bennett further suggested that the Department seek more in-put from the public. . Mr. Bennett moved to request the Department to circulate the information on this study to the public for responses; and moved to continue the discussion until October 28th. Mr. Brewer seconded this motion, which passed unanimously. . . . Planning Commission September 23, 1981 Page 3 VI STAFF REPORTS Mr. Bennett moved to change the first meeting in November from the Ilth to the 10th, if the Council Chambers are avail- able on that date. Mr. Brewer seconded this motion, which passed unanimously. A memorandum regarding the amendments to the Sign Ordinance was discussed and clarifications were requested from the City Attorney. The sign inventory has been completed, but the analysis is still in progress. After the analysis, possible amendments can be considered. Mr. Whidden asked if newspaper sale boxes were considered signs; and Mr. Carr said the City Attorney is still working on that. Mr. Carr submitted the "thank you" card from Mr. Anderson, who is confined to the hospital. VII REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS Mr. Whidden: Mentioned that vehicles for sale are again at Eighth and "C" and the Albertson's Parking Lot. Asked if a City employee or appointee must reside in the City. Mr. Carr said there was no requirement for such residency. Mr. Bennett and Vice-Chairman Thompson had nothing. Mr. Brewer: Speeding cars trying to make the lights are mak- ing the mid-block crosswalks unsafe. Many pedestrians, in- cluding himself, have almost been hit by a car. He requested strict enforcement. Mr. Ranta: Asked whether the handicapped parking space near the police station which had been removed for "police pur- poses" would be replaced elsewhere in the area. Mr. Carr said he would inquire 'about another such space in that lot, as well as in the lot next to the shoe store. VIII ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:25 P.M. ~4:~_. Paul D. arr, Secretary Chairman Tape condition: satisfactory LF:DVH:PDC:LF --..................-~~~-~-----------.._--.--- .------ CITY or PORT ANGELES . -~ - /: .' ')/1 . I-F--Y , ~~'"/;11 < ~'-1 ~~~ l~~ Dv~k . ADDru~S&AGENCY dJr~, / ~ o~ 5'7; .'-. .~ -] I o 1 I >" ! 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