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Planning Commission Minutes
January ll, 20/2
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CUP 11-04 LOWER ELWHA KLALLAM
TRIBE — 2917 Edgewood Drive: Request to allow a free standing off site
directional sign in the IH Industrial Heavy zone. (The applicant has requested that
this item be continued to January 25, 2012.)
Vice Chair Matthews opened the continued public hearing. Commissioner Powers moved to
further continue the public hearing to the January 25, 2012, regularly scheduled meeting.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Miller and passed 5 — 0.
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Sue Roberds
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From: Carol Brown [Carol.Brown @elwha.nsn.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 25, 2012 10:25 AM
To: Sue Roberds
Cc: elwha-council; Nathan West; Barry Milligan(barry.milligan@elwharivercasino.com); Mike
Watson; Dan Morrision (Morrisonexcavating@gmail.com)
Subject: RE: Continued Public Hearing
Sue,
The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe withdraws their application for a Conditional Use Permit for signage north of South Dry
Creek Rd at Edgewood Drive. The Tribe understands that an off-site sign at that location may affect future application
from A2Z Enterprises for signage at their entrance with separation under 1000ft.
Thank you for your work.
cb
Carol Brown,Community Development
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
2851 Lower Elwha Road
Port Angeles, WA 98363
360.452.8471*135 [office]
360.477.9326 [cell]
From: Sue Roberds fmaiIto: Sroberds@cityofpa.usl
Sent: Monday, January 23, 2012 5:39 PM
To: Carol Brown
Subject: Continued Public Hearing
Carol
I need that withdrawal information for Wednesday's Planning Commission meeting. If we don't hear from you, it will be an
automatic withdrawal, but I'm sure you'd rather take care of that item yourself.
Thanks!
Sue
Planning Commission Nlilffi
January 25, 2012
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CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CUP 1.1-04 - LOWER ELWHA KLALLAM
TRIBE - 2917 Edgewood Drive: Request to allow a free standing off site directional
sign in the IH Industrial Heavy zone. (The applicant has requested that this item be
withdrawn.)
Chair Reiss opened the continued public hearing. Planning Manager Roberds indicated
the e-mail from the applicant's representative Carol Brown stating withdrawal of the
application.
Commissioner Matthews moved to accept withdrawal of the application. Commissioner
Anderson seconded the motion that passed 6 - 0.
�OR� NGELES
W A S H I N G T O N, U. S. A.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
DATE: December 9, 2011
TO: Chair Reiss and Planning Commissioners
FROM: Sue Roberds, Planning Manager
SUBJ: Conditional Use Permit — CUP 11-03
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
Following discussion with the Lower Elwha Mallam Tribe and Elwha River Casino
representatives and subject property owner to permit two off site directional signs at 2917
Edgewood Drive, negotiation between the parties has continued such that it was determined only
one of the applications should be considered at this time. Two permits were submitted in order
to be able to consider the locations separately for expediency reasons such as has occurred. The
applicants are requesting that the sign proposed to replace the smaller, existing sign located at the
corner of Lower Elwha Road and Edgewood be replaced with the sign proposed in CUP 11-03.
The staff report written for the two signs is still relevant regarding site information and proposal,
and it is suggested that it be used for consideration of the proposals. However, the attached
conditions, findings, and conclusions are specifically relevant to the single proposal, and staff is
recommending that the Planning Commission adopt same in the event it is determined to approve
the sign.
Since a public hearing was scheduled for the two applications, it is also required that the second
application (CUP 11-04) be continued to a future meeting. Unless LEKT staff request an
alternate meeting date, staff would recommend that matter be continued to the January 11 th
regular meeting.
Procedure would then be that the Chair (1) open the public hearing for both applications, as
noted on the agenda — noting that the matter under specific discussion will be to consider only
one of the applications this evening; (2) conduct the public hearing and discussion; and (3)
act on CUP 11-03; and (4) someone should motion to continue CUP 11-04 to January 11,
2012.
Attachments: Conditions, findings, and conclusions for CUP 11-03
Combined staff report for CUP 11-03 and 11-04
GoMytions, firrdiiias,.and conclusions
CUP 11-03 'R�:=•n-r
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RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS, FINDINGS, AND CONCLUSIONS IN SUPPORT OF
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CUP I 1-03 LOWER ELWHA KLALLAM TRIBE AND
ELWHA RIVER CASINO
Conditions:
Conditional Use Permit CUP I 1-03 is issued to the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe and
Elwha River Casino for the installation of an off.site directional sign as shown in
application materials presented to the City of Port Angeles on November 14, 2011. The
sign shall be constructed as is presented in the application materials and shall be no larger
than is shown in the application materials (10'x 10'). Subdued directional lighting may
be used between dusk and dawn. Internal and/or backlighting is not permitted nor is
signage that chases, blinks, flashes, etc.
2. The signs must provide direction to an ongoing use. If the use ceases, the sign(s) shall be
inunediately removed. Signage must be directional in nature and shall not contain event
advertising.
3. Signs shall be placed entirely on private property as is described in the application
materials and shall not interfere with ingress/egress to said private property.
Findings:
A conditional use permit application (CUP 11-03) was submitted to the City of Port
Angeles by the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe (LEKT) and Elwha River Casino
representatives on November 14, 2011 to place an off site directional sign on property
zoned Industrial Heavy (IH). The sign structure is intended to provide direction to the
Lower Elwha River Casino and is planned to be 10' x 10' in size with a sign area (double
sided) of approximately 24 sq.ft. Sign location is at the northeast corner of the
intersection of Lower Elwha Road and Edgewood Drive, 2917 Edgewood Drive.
2. The subject property is owned by A2Z Enterprises. A2Z Enterprises representative Dan
Morrison signed the application acknowledging the submittal.
3. The site is located at the southwest City limits in the Southwest Planning Area of the
City. Properties within the City limits in the area include the Port Angeles International
Airport and small industrial complex buildings north and northeast of the site.
Residential uses south and west of the site are located in the County. A residence exists
immediately adjacent to the site (east) that is owned by a business partner of the subject
property owner. Properties in the area are suburban in use and design and are much
larger than standard City lots.
4. The subject property is approximately 80 acres in area with dimensions of approximately
2500+ lineal feet (east/west) x 1390 lineal feet (north/south). Minimum lot area in the IH
zone is 7,000 square feet in area. Section 17.34.010 Port Angeles Municipal Code
(PAMC) Purpose reads " This is the least restrictive industrial zone intended to be the
area that heavy industry could develop causing the least impact on other land uses.
Significant adverse impacts can be expected from permitted industrial uses that involve
hazardous materials, noise, air and water pollution, shift work around the clock,
entertainment businesses with adult -only activities, and outside storage yards and
manufacturing activities. This zone provides the basic urban land use pattern for heavy
Conditions, findings, and conclusions
CUP I1-03
Page 2
industrial itses with direct access to me or transportation facilities, design standards for
greater truck h crffic, and buffers for non industrial itses unless deemed impractical. "
5. Section 14.36.070(4) PAMC states "One off -premise sign containing a commercial
message unrelated to any use or activity of the property on which the sign is located,
including billboards and other outdoor advertising signs not exceeding three hundred
(300) square feet in total sign area and thirty-five (35) feet in height, may be permitted on
any site that does not contain any sign for businesses located on said site, subject to
approval of a conditional use permit. No billboard or other off -premise outdoor
advertising sign shall be located within 1, 000 feet of another such sign that is on the
same side of the street. "
6. Section 17.34.040 PAMC outlines conditional uses that may be considered in the
Industrial Heavy zone. Subsection "G" allows "Offpremise outdoor advertising signs"
while Subsection "L" allows "Other uses compatible with the intent of this Chapter" by
conditional use permit.
7. Section 17.96.050 (A) PAMC Conditional Use Permit reads "The Planning Commission
shall consider applications for Conditional Use Permits of uses as specified in the
applicable Chapter of the Zoning Regulations. The Planning Commission may grant said
permits that are consistent and compatible with the purpose of the zone in which the use
is located, consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, and not contrary to the public use
and interest. The Planning Commission may refuse to issue a Conditional Use Permit if
the characteristics of the intended use as related to the specific proposed site are such as
would defeat the purpose of these Zoning Regulations by introducing incompatible,
detrimental, or hazardous conditions.
17.96.050(B) PAMC reads "In each application the Planning Commission may impose
whatever restrictions or conditions they consider essential to protect the public health,
safety, and welfare, and to prevent depreciation of neighboring property. "
17.96.050(C) PAMC reads "The purpose of a Conditional Use Permit shall be to assure
that the maximum degree of compatibility bettiveen uses shall be attained. The purpose of
these regulations shall be maintained ivith respect to the particular use of the particular
site and in consideration of other existing and potential uses within the general area in
which such use is to be located "
8. The proposal will allow an off site free standing advertising sign in the Industrial Heavy
zone. The member of off site signs in the IH zone is restricted by a placement distance of
1,000 feet between such signs. No signs currently exist on the subject property that most
recently supported a sprint boat race event.
9. Application materials indicate that the directional sign will be indirectly lit and will
contain directional information to the Elwha River Casino. Total sign area is noted as
being 100 square feet. Sign area is measured as being the sign face plus any recognizable
logos or commercial wording.
Conditions, findings, and conclusions
CUP 11-03
Page 3
10. The Elwha River Casino is not located in the City limits, but is located on Tribal land. A
directional sign to the Lower Elwha Klallam Reservation has existed at the southwest
corner of the City limits, on the subject property for many years. With construction of
the Elwha River Casino, it is desired to be able to direct travelers from Highway 101 or
from within the City to the Casino location with some success such that travelers do not
wander throughout residential areas without direction. The proposed location will legally
permit a previously nonconforming sign use at that location.
11. Public notification of pending conditional use permit applications is required per Section
17.96.070 PAMC. The site was posted and notice sent to surrounding property owners
within 300 feet of the site by U.S. Mail on November 17, 2011. Public notice was
provided in the Peninsula Daily News on November 20, 2011. No written comment has
been received as a result of the public notification process.
12. The application was reviewed with respect to the Goals, Policies, and Objectives of the
City's Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Map. The site is designated as Industrial on
the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map. Goals and policies specific to directional
signage are not addressed in the Comprehensive Plan. However, the entire
Comprehensive Plan was reviewed with regard to the proposal. The Goals and Policies
found in Attachirnent "C" to this staff report were found to be relevant to the proposal.
Conclusions:
A. The application was processed according to Section 17.96 PAMC for conditional use
permits. As conditioned, the proposal is in compliance with Section 17.34.040(G)
PAMC that allows off premise advertising signs in the Industrial Heavy zone by
conditional use permit. Approval is in compliance with Title 17 (Zoning) PAMC.
B. As conditioned, the sign placement provides for the public interest, welfare, and safety
and does not introduce incompatible, detrimental, or hazardous conditions to the general
area.
APPLICANT/OWNER INFORMA"TION:
Applicant: sower Elwha Klallam Tribe/ Elwha River Casino
Address: 2851 Lower Elwha Road, Port Angeles, WA 98363 Daytime phone #: 360.452.84711'.135
Applicant's representative (if other than applicant): Carol Brown
Address: 2851 Lower Elwha Road, Port Angeles, WA 98363 Daytime phone #: 360.452.8471*135
Property owner (if other than applicant): A2 Z Enterprises
Address: 408 East Scribner, Port Angeles, WA 98362 Daytime phone #: 360.460.0776
PROPERTY INFORMATION:
Street address: 2917 West Edgewood Drive, Port Angels, WA 98363
Legal description: N ``/Z, NW `4 Section 12 Township 30 North, Range 7 West, W.M.
Zoning: IPI Comprehensive Plan designation:
Property dimensions: Est 2550 ft X 1390 ft Property area (total square feet):3,544,450 sq. ft. = 80 acres
Physical characteristics (i.e., flat, sloped, vacant, developed, etc.): Parcel used for Extreme Sports Park, 75%
flat cleared with "Wicked Racing" speed boat track; 25% flat forested.
PROPOSED USE INFORMATION:
Please describe the proposed conditional use:
Install one off--site sign hase with two sign faces at the corner of Lower Flwha Read and
West Edgewood Drive.
Number of employees: 0 Hours of operation: 24 hours per day/ lighted dusk to dawn.
Number of on-site parking spaces: 0
Building area (total square feet of floor area for the proposed activity): 0.
SIGNATURES:
Applicant:
I cert that all of the above statements are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and acknowledge
that willfid misrepresentation of information will terminate this pernzit application. I have read this applicalion in
its entirely and understand that my submittal vvill be reviewedfir for completeness. !f found to be complete the
application tivill be scheduled for the next available Planning Commission meeting If not coinplete, when requesled
information has been received the application will be scheduled for the next available meeting.
Signature Cool Brown Date November 14, 2011
Community Development,
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
I am the owner of the srrhject property identifted herein and move of this application.
Signature Dan Morrison
A2Z Enterprises
For Staff Use Only:
Permit No.
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Add. Info requested
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CITY OF PORT ANGELES CONDIDITIONAL USE PERMIT
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Location
SIGNAGE FOOTPRINT AND GENERAL DESCRIPTION
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NE Corner,
NE Corner, Intersection of
Dr. @Lower of Rd
Elwha River Casino DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE: Double sign face 100 ft2 each side; Sign will be externally lighted.
Directly north of and facing S Dry
Elwha River Casino DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE: Single direction sign face 100ft2; perpendicular to S. Dry Creek Rd;
Creek Rd
Sign will be externally lighted.
December 28, 2011
- Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
ATTN: Carol Brown
Y2851 Lower Elwha Road -
Port Angeles, WA 98362
RE: Conditional Use Permit — CUP 11-03
Lower Elwha.Klallam Tribe
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Dear Carol:
Asyou know, on December 11., 2011,.the Port Angeles Planning Commission approved
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Conditional Use Permit CUP 1.1-03 to allow the placement of an off site sign on property
zoned -Industrial .Heavy located at the northeast corner of Lower Elwha Road and Edgewood
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' Drive. The conditional use permit is approved with the following conditions:
°•P; Conditions:
1 Conditional Use Permit CUP 11-03 is issued to the 'Lower Elwha Klallam. Tribe and
s Elwha.River Casino for the installation of an off site directional sign as shown in
application materials presented to the City of PortAngeles on November 14, 2011.
The sign -shall be constructed as is presented in the application materials and shall be
no larger than is shown in the application materials (10' x 10'). Subdued directional
lighting may be used between dusk and dawn. Internal and/or backlighting is not
permitted nor is signage that chases, blinks,. flashes, etc.
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.2. The. signs must provide direction toanongoing use. If the use ceases, the sign(s)
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shall be immediately removed. Signage must be directional in nature and shall not.
contain event advertising.
3:' Signs shall be placed entirely on private property -as is described in the application -
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tx> materials and shall not -interfere with ingress/egress to said.private property.;
"A building permit is required for the installation, of the sign per the Uniform.Building'Code.:
:Please don't.hesitate to contact this De artment if you* have an further uestions.- Good luck :.-
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CITY OF PORT ANGELES
321 East Fifth Street
Port Angeles, WA 98362
NOTICE OF DECISION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on December 14, 2011, the City of Port Angeles Planning
Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit to allow a free standing, off site directional sign
in the Industrial Heavy zone for the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe. The site is located at the
northeast corner of the intersection of Lower Elwha Road and Edgewood Drive. Appeal of this
decision must be made within 14 days of this notice that is dated December 20, 2011, to the City
of Port Angeles Department of Community and Economic Development.
For further information, please contact Sue Roberds, Planning Manager, Department of
Community & Economic Development, 321 East Fifth Street, Port Angeles, Washington, (360)
417-4750.
Pub: 12/25/11
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Planning Commission Minutes
December 14, 2011
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS CUP I1-03 AND 11-04 LOWER ELWHA
KLALLAM TRIBE — 2917 EdIZewood Drive: Request to allow (2) free
standing off site directional signs in the IH Industrial Heavy zone.
Planning Manager Sue Roberds stated that two conditional use permits were submitted for two
off site directional free standing signs on a property zoned Industrial Heavy. The applications
were submitted by the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe (LEKT) for property owned by A2Z
Enterprises. The applications are essentially exactly the same, e.g., size, informational content,
design, with the exception of where they are placed on the site and one sign is single sided.
Conditional Use Permit CUP 11-03 is for a double sided sign at the northeast corner of Lower
Elwha Road and Edgewood Drive that will replace a very outdated minimally done wooden sign
that has existed at that location for many years. Conditional Use Permit CUP 11-04 is a new
sign to be located at the intersection of Dry Creek Road and Edgewood Drive to direct travelers
to the Lower Elwha Road location. At this time, the applicants, with knowledge of the property
owner, would like to proceed only with application CUP 11-04 to allow time for further
negotiation with the property owner as to the property owner's signage needs. Planner Roberds
asked that the public hearing for Conditional Use Permit CUP 11-04 be continued to January 11,
2012.
Chair Reiss opened the public hearing.
Carol Brown, Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe, 2861 Lower Elwha Road stated that staff had
done a thorough job describing the proposed use and asked that Conditional Use Permit CUP 11-
03 be approved and that CUP 11-04 be continued to allow further negotiation with the property
owner. She noted that the free standing proposed under CUP 11-03 is much more aesthetically
pleasing than the existing sign. The sign area. on the 100 sq.ft. structure is 24.6 sq. ft.
Jackson Smart, 472 Mt. Pleasant Road stated that the sign area contains directional
information to the Lower Elwha River Casino but does not contain changeable advertising
information of a commercial nature.
There being no further testimony, Chair Reiss closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Matthews moved to continue Conditional Use Permit CUP 11-04 to January
11, 2012. Commissioner Anderson seconded the motion which passed 5 — 0.
Lengthy discussion ensued regarding how sign area is calculated. Staff pointed out that the
Industrial Heavy (IH) zone allows up to 300 square feet of off site advertising signage. The
proposed sign structure is 100 square feet per side with sign area of 24.6 square feet per side, as
testified by the applicant. No matter how the sign area is measured, it doesn't exceed the off site
signage permitted in the IH zone.
Chair Reiss discussed the sign definitions in Section 14.36.320 PANIC with Attorney Greenwood
and Planning staff. Following continued discussion, Commissioner Miller moved to approve
Conditional Use Permit CUP 11-03 with the following conditions, findings, and
conclusions:
Planning Commission Munites
December 14, 2011
Page 8
Condition -,-
Conditional Use Permit CUP 11-03 is issued to the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe and
Elwha River Casino for the installation of an off site directional sign as shown in
application materials presented to the City of Port Angeles on November 14, 2011. The
sign shall be constructed as is presented in the application materials and shall be no larger
than is shown in the application materials (10'x 10'). Subdued directional lighting may
be used between dusk and dawn. Internal and/or backlighting is not permitted nor is
signage that chases, blinks, flashes, etc.
2. The signs must provide direction to an ongoing use. If the use ceases, the sign(s) shall be
immediately removed. Signage must be directional in nature and shall not contain event
advertising.
Signs shall be placed entirely on private property as is described in the application
materials and shall not interfere with ingress/egress to said private property.
Findings:
A conditional use permit application (CUP 11-03) was submitted to the City of Port
Angeles by the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe (LEKT) and Elwha River Casino
representatives on November 14, 2011 to place an off site directional sign on property
zoned Industrial Heavy (IH). The sign structure is intended to provide direction to the
Lower Elwha River Casino and is planned to be 10' x 10' in size with a sign area (double
sided) of approximately 24 sq.ft. Sign location is at the northeast corner of the
intersection of Lower Elwha Road and Edgewood Drive, 2917 Edgewood Drive.
2. The subject property is owned by A2Z Enterprises. A2Z Enterprises representative Dan
Morrison signed the application acknowledging the submittal.
The site is located at the southwest City limits in the Southwest Planning Area of the
City. Properties within the City limits in the area include the Port Angeles International
Airport and small industrial complex buildings north and northeast of the site.
Residential uses south and west of the site are located in the County. A residence exists
immediately adjacent to the site (east) that is owned by a business partner of the subject
property owner. Properties in the area are suburban in use and design and are much
larger than standard City lots.
4. The subject property is approximately 80 acres in area with dimensions of approximately
2500+ lineal feet (east/west) x 1390 lineal feet (north/south). Minimum lot area in the IH
zone is 7,000 square feet in area. Section 17.34.010 Port Angeles Municipal Code
(PAMC) Purpose reads " This is the least restrictive industrial zone intended to be the
area that heavy industry could develop causing the least impact on other land uses.
Significant adverse impacts can be expected from permitted industrial uses that involve
hazardous materials, noise, air and water pollution, shift work around the clock,
entertainment businesses with adult -only activities, and outside storage yards and
manufacturing activities. This zone provides the basic urban land use pattern for heavy
industrial uses with direct access to mayor transportation facilities, design standards for
greaser truck traffic, and buffers.for non industrial uses unless deemed impractical. "
Planning Commission Minutes
December 14, 2011
Page 9
5. Section 14.36.070(4) PAMC states "One off -premise sign containing a commercial
message unrelated to any use or activity of the property on which the sign is located.,
including billboards and other outdoor advertising signs not exceeding three hundred
(3 00) square feet in total sign area and thirty-five (35) feet in height, may be permitted on
any site that does not contain any sign,for businesses located on said site, subject to
approval of a conditional use permit. No billboard or otheroff-premise outdoor
advertising sign shall be located within 1, 000 feet of another such sign that is on the
same side of the street. "
6. Section 17.34.040 PAMC outlines conditional uses that may be considered in the
Industrial Heavy zone. Subsection "G" allows "Off premise outdoor advertising signs"
while Subsection "L" allows "Other uses compatible with the intent of this Chapter" by
conditional use permit.
7. Section 17.96.050 (A) PAMC Conditional Use Permit reads ."The Planning Commission
shall consider applications for Conditional Use Permits of uses as specified in the
applicable Chapter of the Zoning Regulations. The Planning Commission may grant said
permits that are consistent and compatible with the purpose of the zone in which the use
is located, consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, and not contrary to the public use
and interest. The Planning Commission may refuse to issue a Conditional Use Permit if
the characteristics of the intended use as related to the specific proposed site are such as
would defeat the purpose of these Zoning Regulations by introducing incompatible,
detrimental, or hazardous conditions.
17.96.050(B) PAMC reads "In each application the Planning Commission may impose
whatever restrictions or conditions they consider essential to protect the public health,
safety, and welfare, and to prevent depreciation of neighboring property. "
17.96.050(C) PAMC reads "The purpose of a Conditional Use Permit shall be to assure
that the maximum degree of compatibility between uses shall be attained. The purpose of
these regulations shall be maintained with respect to the particular use of the particular
site and in consideration of other existing and potential uses within the general area in
which such use is to be located. "
8. The proposal will allow an off site free standing advertising sign in the Industrial Heavy
zone. The number of off site signs in the IH zone is restricted by a placement distance of
1,000 feet between such signs. No signs currently exist on the subject property that most
recently supported a sprint boat race event.
9. Application materials indicate that the directional sign will be indirectly lit and will
contain directional information to the Elwha River Casino. Total sign area is noted as
being 100 square feet. Sign area is measured as being the sign face plus any recognizable
logos or commercial wording.
10. The Elwha River Casino is not located in the City limits, but is located on Tribal land. A
directional sign to the Lower Elwha Klallam Reservation has existed at the southwest
corner of the City limits, on the subject property for many years. With construction of
the Elwha River Casino, it is desired to be able to direct travelers from Highway 101 or
from within the City to the Casino location with some success such that travelers do not
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Planning Commission Minutes
December 14, 2011
Page 10
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wander throughout residential areas without direction. The proposed location will legally
permit a previously nonconforming sign use at that location.
11. Public notification of pending conditional use permit applications is required per Section
17.96.070 PAMC. The site was posted and notice sent to surrounding property owners
within 300 feet of the site by U.S. Mallon November 17, 2011. Public notice was
provided in the Peninsula Daily News on November 20, 2011. No written comment has
been received as a result of the public notification process.
12. The application was reviewed with respect to the Goals, Policies, and Objectives of the
City's Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Map. The site is designated as Industrial on
the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map. Goals and policies specific to directional
signage are not addressed in the Comprehensive Plan. However, the entire
Comprehensive Plan was reviewed with regard to the proposal. The Goals and Policies
found in Attachment "C" to this staff report were found to be relevant to the proposal.
Cone]
The application was processed according to Section 17.96 PAMC for conditional use
permits. As conditioned, the proposal is in compliance with Section 17.34.040(G)
PAMC that allows off premise advertising signs in the Industrial Heavy zone by
conditional use permit. Approval is in compliance with Title 17 (Zoning) PAMC.
B. As conditioned, the sign placement provides for the public interest, welfare, and safety
and does not introduce incompatible, detrimental, or hazardous conditions to the general
area.
Commissioner seconded the motion which passed 5 — 0.
WAS H I N G T O N, U.S.A.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
DATE: December 9, 2011
TO: Chair Reiss and Planning Commissioners
FROM: Sue Roberds, Planning Manager
SUBJ: Conditional Use Permit — CUP 11-03
Lower. Elwha Klallam Tribe
Following discussion with the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe and Elwha River Casino
representatives and subject property owner to permit two off site directional signs at 2917
Edgewood Drive, negotiation between the parties has continued such that it was determined only
one of the applications should be considered at this time. Two permits were submitted in order
to be able to consider the locations separately for expediency reasons such as has occurred. The
applicants are requesting that the sign proposed to replace the smaller, existing sign located at the
corner of Lower Elwha Road and Edgewood be replaced with the sign proposed in CUP 11-03.
The staff report written for the two signs is still relevant regarding site information and proposal,
and it is suggested that it be used for consideration of the proposals. However, the attached
conditions, findings, and conclusions are specifically relevant to the single proposal, and staff is
recommending that the Planning Commission adopt same in the event it is determined to approve
the sign.
Since a public hearing was scheduled for the two applications, it is also required that the second
application (CUP 11-04) be continued to a future meeting. Unless LEKT staff request an
alternate meeting date, staff would recommend that matter be continued to the January I I
regular meeting.
Procedure would then be that the Chair (1) open the public hearing for both applications, rrs
noted on the agenda — noting that the matter under specific discussion will he to consider only
one of the applications this ei�ening; (2) conduct the public heating and discussion; and (3)
act on CUP 11-03; and (4) someone should motion to continue CUP 11-04 to January 11,
conclusions for CUP 11-03
CUP 11-03 and 11-04
Conditions, findings, and conclus ils
CUP 11-03
Page 1
RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS, FINDINGS, AND CONCLUSIONS IN SUPPORT OF
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CUP 11-03 LOWER ELWHA KLALLAM TRIBE AND
ELWHA RIVER CASINO
Conditions:
Conditional Use Permit CUP 11-03 is issued to the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe and
Elwha River Casino for the installation of an off site directional sign as shown in
application materials presented to the City of Port Angeles on November 14, 2011. The
sign shall be constructed as is presented in the application materials and shall be no larger
than is shown in the application materials (10'x 10'). Subdued directional lighting may
be used between dusk and dawn. Internal and/or backlighting is not permitted nor is
signage that chases, blinks, flashes, etc.
2. The signs must provide direction to an ongoing use.. If the use ceases, the sign(s) shall be
immediately removed. Signage must be directional in nature and shall not contain event
advertising.
Signs shall be placed entirely on private property as is described in the application
materials and shall not interfere with ingress/egress to said private property.
Findings:
A conditional use permit application (CUP 11-03) was submitted to the City of Port
Angeles by the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe (LEKT) and Elwha River Casino
representatives on November 14, 2011 to place an off site directional sign on property
zoned Industrial Heavy (IH). The sign structure is intended to provide direction to the
Lower Elwha River Casino and is planned to be 10' x 10' in size with a sign area (double
sided) of approximately 24 sq.ft. Sign location is at the northeast corner of the
intersection of Lower Elwha Road and Edgewood Drive, 2917 Edgewood Drive.
2. The subject property is owned by A2Z Enterprises. A2Z Enterprises representative Dan
Morrison signed the application acknowledging the submittal.
The site is located at the southwest City limits in the Southwest Planning Area of the
City. Properties within the City limits in the area include the Port Angeles International
Airport and small industrial complex buildings north and northeast of the site.
Residential uses south and west.of the site are located in the County. A residence exists
immediately adjacent to the site (east) that is owned by a business partner of the subject
property owner. Properties in the area are suburban in use and design and are much
larger than standard City lots.
4. The subject property is approximately 80 acres in area with dimensions of approximately
2500+ lineal feet (east/west) x 1390 lineal feet (north/south). Minimum lot area in the IH
zone is 7,000 square feet in area. Section 17.34.010 Port Angeles Municipal Code
(PAMC) Purpose reads " This is the least restrictive industrial zone intended to be the
area that heavy industry could develop causing the least impact on other land uses.
Significant adverse impacts can be expected from permitted industrial uses that involve
hazardous materials, noise, air and water pollution, shift work around the clock,
entertainment businesses with adult -only activities, and outside storage yards and
manufacturing activities. This zone provides the basic urban land use pattern for heavy
Conditions, findings, and concluss •
CUP 11-03
Page 2
industrial uses with direct access to major transportation facilities, design standards for
greater truck traffic, and buffers for non industrial uses unless deemed impractical. "
Section 14.36.070(4) PAMC states "One of sign containing a commercial
message unrelated to any use or activity of the property on which the sign is located,
including billboards and other outdoor advertising signs not exceeding three hundred
(3 00) square feet in total sign area and thirty-five- (35) feet in height, may be permitted on
any site that does not contain any sign for businesses located on said site, subject to
approval of a conditional use permit. No billboard or other off -premise outdoor
advertising sign shall be located within 1, 000 feet of another such sign that is on the
same side of the street. "
6. Section 17.34.040 PAMC outlines conditional uses that may be considered in the
Industrial Heavy zone. Subsection "G" allows "Off premise outdoor advertising signs"
while Subsection "L" allows "Other uses compatible with the intent of this Chapter" by
conditional use permit.
7. Section 17.96.050 (A) PAMC Conditional Use Permit reads "The Planning Commission
shall consider applications for Conditional Use Permits of uses as specified in the
applicable Chapter of the Zoning Regulations. The Planning Commission may grant said
permits that are consistent and compatible with the purpose of the zone in which the use
is located, consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, and not contrary to the public use
and interest. The Planning Commission may refuse to issue a Conditional Use Permit if
the characteristics of the intended use as related to the specific proposed site are such as
would defeat the purpose of these Zoning Regulations by introducing incompatible,
detrimental, or hazardous conditions.
17.96.050(B) PAMC reads "In each application the Planning Commission may impose
Whatever restrictions or conditions they consider essential to protect the public health,
safety, and welfare, and to prevent depreciation of neighboring property. "
17.96.050(C) PAMC reads "The purpose of a Conditional Use Permit shall be to assure
that the maximum degree of compatibility between uses shall be attained. The purpose of
these regulations shall be maintained with respect to the particular use of the particular
site and in consideration of other existing and potential uses within the general area in
which such use is to be located. "
The proposal will allow an off site free standing advertising sign in the Industrial Heavy
zone. The number of off site signs in the IH zone is restricted by a placement distance of
1,000 feet between such signs. No signs currently exist on the subject property that most
recently supported a sprint boat race event.
9. Application materials indicate that the directional sign will be indirectly lit and will
contain directional information to the Elwha River Casino. Total sign area is noted as
being 100 square feet. Sign area is measured as being the sign face plus any recognizable
logos or commercial wording.
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Conditions, findings, and conclusions •
CUP 11-03
Page 3
10. The Elwha River Casino is not located in the City limits, but is located on Tribal land. A
directional sign to the Lower Elwha Klallam Reservation has existed at the southwest
corner of the City limits, on the subject property for many years. With construction of
the Elwha River Casino, it is desired to be able to direct travelers from Highway 101 or
from within the City to the Casino location with some success such that travelers do not
wander throughout residential areas without direction. The proposed location will legally
permit a previously nonconforming sign use at that location.
11. Public notification of pending conditional use permit applications is required per Section
17.96.070 PAMC. The site was posted and notice sent to surrounding property owners
within 300 feet of the site by U.S. Mail on November 17, 2011. Public notice was
provided in the Peninsula Daily News on November 20, 2011. No written comment has
been received as a result of the public notification process.
12. The application was reviewed with respect to the Goals, Policies, and Objectives of the
City's Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Map. The site is designated as Industrial on
the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map. Goals and policies specific to directional
signage are not addressed in the Comprehensive Plan. However, the entire
Comprehensive Plan was reviewed with regard to the proposal. The Goals and Policies
found in Attachment "C" to this staff report were found to be relevant to the proposal.
C.onclnsinns'
A. The application was processed according to Section 17.96 PAMC for conditional use
permits. As conditioned, the proposal is in compliance with Section 17.34.040(G)
PAMC that allows off premise advertising signs in the Industrial Heavy zone by
conditional use permit. Approval is in compliance with Title 17 (Zoning) PAMC.
B. As conditioned, the sign placement provides for the public interest, welfare, and safety
and does not introduce incompatible, detrimental, or hazardous conditions to the general
area.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Sue Roberds, Planning Manager
DATE: December 14, 2011
RE: Conditional Use Permit — CUP 11-03 — Lower Elwha Rd/Edgewood Drive
Conditional Use Permit — CUP 11-04 — Dry Creek Rd/Edgewood Drive
APPLICANT: Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
OWNER: A2Z Enterprises
LOCATION: 2917 West Edgewood Drive
REQUEST: Placement of off -site directional signage in the Industrial Heavy zone
PROPOSAL: The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe (LEKT) and Elwha River Casino have
requested to place two (2) off-site directional signs on property owned by A2Z Enterprises at
2917 Edgewood Drive.
RECOMMENDATION: Following the public hearing, staff recommends the Planning
Commission approve the conditional use permits with three (3) conditions as listed in
Attachment "A" to this staff report.
EXISTING CONDITIONS IN AREA:
The approximately 80 acre site is located at the City's most southwest corner. The site is
immediately bounded by Lower Elwha Road on the west, Edgewood Drive on the south, Port of
Port Angeles Airport property on the north and northeast, and private industrial development to
the east. Surrounding areas are developed for Airport uses to the north and northeast, small
individual industrial uses on scattered lots exist to the east and north, and residential uses on
large acreages are located south and west of the site. Site access is currently developed from
Edgewood Drive. Although the site has historically been used for agricultural purposes, the site
was zoned Industrial Heavy during annexation in 1985. No structures exist on the site.
DEPARTMENT COMMENTS:
City Departments reviewed the proposal and provided the following comments:
Conditional Use Permits CUP l and 04
December 14, 2011
Page 2
•
The Public Works and Utilities Department reviewed the application but had no
comment.
The Building Division of DCED will require a building permit for construction of the
signs.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
The sites were posted and notice sent to surrounding property owners within 300 feet of the site
by U.S. Mail on November 17, 2011. Public notice was provided in the Peninsula Daily News
on November 20, 2011. Written comment was to have been submitted no later than December 5,
2012. No written comments were received as a result of the public notification process.
ANALYSIS:
The site is zoned Industrial Heavy (IH) and is located at the City's furthest southwest corner
boundary. The site consists of an undeveloped property that has historically been used for
agriculture purposes but was approved for recreational use through an Unclassified Use Permit in
March, 2011. Dry Creek traverses the property south to north along the east property boundary.
Wetlands exist on the site. Site dimensions are approximately 2500 feet in width (east/west
along Edgewood Drive) and 1390 feet in depth (north/south along Lower Elwha Road). The site
does not contain any structures or signage for on site activities. The proponents are requesting
two off site directional free standing signs directing travelers to the Lower Elwha River Casino
which is not found on a major thoroughfare.
The proposal is to allow two (2) off site directional signs along the property's south boundary,
which measures 2500+ lineal feet east/west. One sign is proposed at the intersection of
Edgewood Drive with Dry Creek Road; the second sign is proposed to replace an existing sign at
the southwest perimeter boundary of the City adjacent to Lower Elwha Road. Each sign will be
less than 100 square feet in area, will be indirectly lit between dusk and dawn, with the
separation between signs at approximately 2500 lineal feet. Signs will not be lit during daylight
hours.
Section 14.36.070(H)(4) PAMC (Sign Ordinance) allows one free standing off premise
advertising sign in the Industrial Heavy zone containing a commercial message unrelated to any
use or activity of the property on which the sign is located not to exceed 300 square feet in total
sign area on a site that does not contain any sign for businesses located on said site subject to
conditional use permit approval. Such signs must be at least 1000 feet apart. Section
17.34.040(G) (Industrial Heavy Zone) of the Port Angeles Municipal Code (PAMC) allows "off
site advertising signage" but does not specify the number of such signs only that they be
approved by conditional use permit. Given the regulations regarding signs contained in the Port
Angeles Municipal Code (Sections 14.36.070 and 17.34.040) the proposal can best be reviewed
under the provisions of Section 17.34.040(L) PAMC "other uses compatible with the intent of
this Chapter" by conditional use permit. A conditional use permit is defined in Section
17.08.020(H) as "a use permitted in a zone but which requires a special degree of control to
make such use consistent and compatible with other existing or permissible uses in the same
zone.
The total area of the two signs would not exceed the maximum area permitted in the Sign
Ordinance for a single off site free standing sign in the Industrial Heavy zone under Section
14.36.070(H)(4). The signs would be separated by a distance of more than 1000 feet at 2500
Conditional Use Permits CUP 1 and 04
December 14, 2011
Page 3
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lineal feet and will not be visible from each other or any one location. By conditional use permit,
placement and use may be conditioned such that neighboring properties are not negatively
impacted by the use. The signs will direct travelers to the remote location in a low impact
manner that is -in the best interest of other industrial and residential uses in the area and zone.
STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (SEPA) REVIEW:
A Determination of NonSignificance was issued for this proposed action on December 5,
2011 per WAC 197-11-355. This satisfies the City's responsibility under the State
Environmental Policy Act (SEPA).
Attachments: A - Conditions, Findings, and Conclusions
B - Application
C - Zoning Ordinance, Comprehensive Plan, and Other Municipal Code
Conditional Use Permits CUP 1and 04
December 14, 2011 of
Page 4
ATTACHMENT "A"
RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS, FINDINGS, AND CONCLUSIONS IN SUPPORT OF
CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS CUP 11-03 and CUP 11-04 LOWER ELWHA KLALLAM
TRIBE AND ELWHA RIVER CASINO
Conditions:
Conditional Use Permits CUP 11-03 and CUP 11-04 are issued to the Lower Elwha
Klallam Tribe and Elwha River Casino for the installation of two (2) off site directional
signs as shown in application materials presented to the City of Port Angeles on
November 14, 2011. Signs shall be constructed as is presented in the application
materials and neither sign shall be larger than is shown in the application materials (10' x
10'). Subdued directional lighting may be used between dusk and dawn. Internal and/or
backlighting is not permitted nor is signage that chases, blinks, flashes, etc.
2. The signs must provide direction to an ongoing use. If the use ceases, the sign(s) shall be
immediately removed. Signage must be directional in nature and shall not contain event
advertising.
Signs shall be placed entirely on private property as is described in the application
materials and shall not interfere with ingress/egress to said private property.
Findings:
Two conditional use permit applications (CUP 11-03 and 11-04) were submitted to the
City of Port Angeles by the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe (LEKT) and Elwha River Casino
representatives on November 14, 2011 to place two (2) off site directional signs on
property zoned Industrial Heavy (IH) at 2917 Edgewood Drive. The signs are intended
to provide direction to the Lower Elwha River Casino.
2. Conditional Use Permit CUP 11-03 supports an off site sign at the northeast corner of
Lower Elwha Road and Edgewood Drive while CUP 11-04 supports an off-site sign on
the north side of the street at the intersection of Dry Creek Road and Edgewood Drive.
3. The subject property is owned by A2Z Enterprises. A2Z Enterprises representative Dan
Morrison signed the application acknowledging the submittal.
4. The site is located at the southwest City limits in the Southwest Planning Area of the
City. Properties within the City limits in the area include the Port Angeles International
Airport and small industrial complex buildings north and northeast of the site.
Residential uses south and west of the site are located in the County. A residence exists
immediately adjacent to the site (east) that is owned by a business partner of the subject
property owner. Properties in the area are suburban in use and design and are much
larger than standard City lots.
5. The subject property is approximately 80 acres in area with dimensions of approximately
2500+ lineal feet (east/west) x 1390 lineal feet (north/south). Minimum lot area in the IH
zone is 7,000 square feet in area. Proposed sign placement is at each end of the property
length along Edgewood Drive.
6. Section 17.34.010 Port Angeles Municipal Code (PAMC) Purpose reads " This is the
least restrictive industrial zone intended to be the area that heavy industry could develop
causing the least impact on other land uses. Significant adverse impacts can be expected
Conditional Use Permits CUP 1 and 04
December 14, 2011
Page 5
•
from permitted industrial uses that involve hazardous materials, noise, air and water
pollution, shift work around the clock, entertainment businesses with adult -only
activities, and outside storage yards and manufacturing activities. This zone provides the
basic urban land use pattern for heavy industrial uses with direct access to major
transportation facilities, design standards for greater truck traffic, and buffers for non
industrial uses unless deemed impractical. "
7. Section 14.36.070(4) PANIC states "One off -premise sign containing a commercial
message unrelated to any use or activity of the property on which the sign is located,
including billboards and other outdoor advertising signs not exceeding three hundred
(300) square feet in total sign area and thirty-five (33) feet in height., may be permitted on
any site that does not contain any sign,for businesses located on said site, subject to
approval of'a conditional use permit. No billboard or otheroff premise outdoor
advertising sign shall be located within 1, 000 feet of another such sign that is on the
same side of the .street. "
8. Section 17. 34.040 PAMC outlines conditional uses that may be considered in the
Industrial Heavy zone. Subsection "G" allows "Offpremise outdoor advertising signs"
while Subsection "L" allows "Other uses compatible with the intent of this Chapter" by
conditional use permit.
9. Section 17.96.050 (A) PANIC Conditional Use Permit reads "The Planning Commission
shall consider applications for Conditional Use Permits of uses as specified in the
applicable Chapter of the Zoning Regulations. The Planning Commission may grant said
permits that are consistent and compatible with the purpose of the zone in which the use
is located, consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, and not contrary to the public use
and interest. The Planning Commission may refuse to issue a Conditional Use Permit if
the characteristics of the intended use as related to the specific proposed site are such as
would defeat the purpose of these Zoning Regulations by introducing incompatible,
detrimental, or hazardous conditions.
17.96.050(B) PANIC reads "In each application the Planning Commission may impose
whatever restrictions or conditions they consider essential to protect the public health,
safety, and welfare, and to prevent depreciation of neighboring property. "
17.96.050(C) PANIC reads "The purpose of a Conditional Use Permit shall be to assure
that the maximum degree of compatibility between uses shall be attained The purpose of
these regulations shall be maintained with respect to the particular use of the particular
site and in consideration of other existing and potential uses within the general area in
which such use is to be located. "
10. The proposal will allow an increase in the number of off site free standing advertising
signs on a site from one to two signs while decreasing the permitted sign area from 300
square feet per sign to 100 square feet per sign for each sign for a total of 200 square feet
of sign area. The signs will be 10 feet x 10 feet in area. The maximum height of a free
standing sign in the Industrial Heavy zone could be 35 feet. The number of signs is
restricted by placement distance in the Industrial Heavy zone but is restricted to one sign
through the Sign Ordinance.
Conditional Use Permits CUP 1 and 04 •
December 14, 2011
Page 6
11. Application materials indicate that the two directional signs will be indirectly lit and will
contain directional information to the Lower Elwha River Casino.
12. The Lower Elwha River Casino is not located in the City limits, but is located on Tribal
land. A directional sign to the Lower Elwha Klallam Reservation has existed at the
southwest corner of the City limits, on the subject property for many years. With
construction of the Lower Elwha River Casino, it is desired to be able to direct travelers
from Highway 101 or from within the City to the Casino location with some success such
that travelers do not wander throughout residential areas without direction. The eastern
proposed location is at the terminus of Dry Creek Road with Edgewood Drive to direct
travel from Highway 101, a major travel corridor. The western proposed location will
legally acknowledge a long standing nonconforming sign use at that location. Two signs
are needed due to the half mile distance between Dry Creels Road and Lower Elwha
Road. The signs cannot be viewed from one another.
13. Public notification of pending conditional use permit applications is required per Section
17.96.070 PAMC. The site was posted and notice sent to surrounding property owners
within 300 feet of the site by U.S. Mail on November 17, 2011. Public notice was
provided in the Peninsula Daily News on November 20, 2011. No written comment has
been received as a result of the public notification process.
14. The applications were reviewed with respect to the Goals, Policies, and Objectives of the
City's Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Map. The site is designated as Industrial on
the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map. Goals and policies specific to directional
signage are not addressed in the Comprehensive Plan. However, the entire
Comprehensive Plan was reviewed with regard to the proposal. The Goals and Policies
found in Attaclunent "C" to this staff report were found to be relevant to the proposal.
C onclnsinns-
A. The application was processed according to Section 17.96 PAMC for conditional use
permits. As conditioned, the proposal is in compliance with Section 17.34.040(G)
PAMC that allows off premise advertising signs in the Industrial Heavy zone by
conditional use permit. Approval is in compliance with Title 17 (Zoning) PAMC.
B. The conditional use permit provides clarity between the standards of the City's Sign
Ordinance (Section 14.36 PAMC) and sign provisions of the Industrial Heavy zone
(Section 17.34 PAMC) while ensuring the maximum degree of compatibility between
uses and meeting the purpose of the Industrial Heavy zone Chapter of the Zoning
Ordinance.
C. Sign placement at each end of the one half mile length of frontage, the reduced total area
of each sign, and restrictions on lighting ensure that the traveling public will be directed
to the remote off site Casino location with little impact to the neighborhood in general.
Sign placement provides for the public interest, welfare, and safety and does not
introduce incompatible, detrimental, or hazardous conditions to the general area.
Conditional Use Permits CUP 1 and 04
December 14, 2011
Page 7
ATTACHMENT C
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN GOALS, POLICIES, AND OBJECTIVES
Comprehensive Plan
The City's Comprehensive Plan establishes the long range goals and policies of the City. Any
project proposed in the City must be consistent with the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan.
The site is located in the City's Southwest Planning Area. The Plan was reviewed in its entirety with
regard to the proposed applications. Staff did not find specific goals, policies, or objectives relative to the
placement of signage. The following goal is relative to industrial site development.
Land Use Element Industrial
Goal H: "To provide opportunities for industrial development in a manner, which efficiently uses
the community's various attributes and natural resources, has minimal impact on the
environment, contributes to the City's quality of life, and is compatible with the desired urban
design of the City"
Zoning Ordinance
The Zoning Ordinance is the primary implementing ordinance for the Comprehensive
Plan. The Ordinance establishes what types of uses are permitted and where they may be located in the
City. It also establishes definitions and minimu►n design standards for such uses. Any project proposed
in the City must be consistent with specific regulations of the zone in which it is located.
The Zoning Map identifies the subject property and adjacent properties as Industrial
Heavy (IH). The purpose and intent of this zone is: "This is the least restrictive industrial zone
intended to be the area in which heavy industry could develop causing the least impact on other
land uses. Significant adverse impacts can be expected from permitted industrial uses that
involve hazardous materials, noise, air and tivater pollution, shift ivork around the clock,
entertainment businesses with adult -only activities, and outside storage yards and manufacturing
activities. This zone provides the basic urban land use pattern for heavy industrial uses n ith
direct access to major transportation facilities, design standards for greater truck traffic, and
buffers for nonindustrial uses unless deemed impractical".
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CITY OF PORT ANGELES CONDIDITIONAL USE PERMIT
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Location
SIGNAGE FOOTPRINT AND GENERAL DESCRIPTION
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NE Corner, Intersection of
Edgewood Dr. @ Lower Elwha Rd
Elwha River Casino DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE: Double sign face 100 ft2 each side; Sign will be externally lighted.
Directly north of and facing S Dry
Elwha River Casino DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE: Single direction sign face 100ft2; perpendicular to S. Dry Creek Rd;
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Sign will be externally lighted.
CITY OF PORT ANGELES
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pursuant to Section 17.96.140 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code, to the persons
noted on the attached list. In addition, the notice was posted on the front lobby
bulletin board in the main lobby of City Hall.
AFFIANT
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CITY OF PORT ANGELES
NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION
AND
PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on November 15, 2011, the CITY OF PORT ANGELES
received an application for a conditional use permit to allow off site signage on property located in the IH
Industrial Heavy zone. The proposal is for two signs with one sign 100 sq. ft. in area (directional) and one
being a 100 sq.ft. off site advertising sign. The signs will advertise direction to the Elwha River Casino.
The application was considered to be complete on November 16, 2011. The CITY OF PORT ANGELES
PLANNING COMMISSION will conduct a public hearing on DECEMBER 14, 2011 in consideration of
the matter. Interested parties are encouraged to comment on the request and to attend the public hearing
that will begin at 6 p.m., City Hall, 321 East Fifth Street, Port Angeles, Washington. Written comment
must be submitted no later than DECEMBER 5, 2011, to be included in the staff report. Information may
be reviewed at the City Department of Community & Economic Development, City Hall, P.O. Box 1150,
Port Angeles. City Hall is accessible to persons with disabilities. Interested parties are invited to attend
the meeting
STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT: It is anticipated that a determination of non significance will
be issued for the proposal per WAC 197-11-355 following the required public notification period that ends on
DECEMBER 5. 2011.
APPLICANT: LOWER ELWHA KLALLAM TRIBE
LOCATION: The proposal includes two locations along the 2500 foot frontage of the
subject site: (1) a directional sign on the north side of Edgewood Drive immediately north of the
intersection of Dry Creek Road and Edgewood Drive; and (2) at the southeast corner of the
intersection of Edgewood Drive and Lower Elwha Road.
For further information contact: Sue Roberds, (360) 417-4750
PUB:. 11/20/11
POST: 11/17/11
MAIL: 11/17/11
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In the Superior Court of the State of Washington for Clallam/Jefferson County
Peninsula Daily News
CITY OF PORT ANGELES/LEGAL
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PORT ANGELES, WA 98362-0217
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5140563 CITY OF PORT ANGELES
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Superior Court of said Clallam/Jefferson County of the State Of
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`CITY OF PORT ANGELES '
NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONr_
AND
PUBLIC HEARING '
NOTICE IS "HEREBY GIVEN that on November,
15,- 2011; the CITY. OF PORT %ANGELES
'receivedtan.application for_a=conditionaf'use'
.permit • to allow -off site signage on: property,
located in"-the.IH Industrial`Heavy,zon6.; The.
.proposal-rikfor two' signs with,?one:sign;"100•
sq'ft:.in'-area"(directional) and one being a-'100
;"sq:ft. offsite advertising sigh.:T..he+_signs will.
i'adv'ertise7direction to the Elwha'.River-Casino:
The application was considered tobe complete`
' on 'November 16, 2011. The .CITY OF ,PORT
`ANGELES PLANNING COMMISSION will con -
`duct a public hearing on DECEMBER14, 2011'
in consideration of the matter.`-lnterested-par'
ties are encoumged-to. comment on the request•
and toattend the, public`heanng:that will begin.
at 6 p.m., -City Hal l,',32T,East ' Fifth --Street,. Port
Angeles, Washington..:, Written' comment, must.1
be submitted no later thani DECEMBER 5, 201:1„
to be included' in. thestaff report` Information -
,may be reviewed, at .the City 'Department, of,
"Community'.;&' Economic ':Development" City,
Hall', PO., Box-1150''Port Angeles. City Hall'is,
accessible"to'persons with =disabilities. Interest-`:
Fed parties are invitedto%attend the meeting _
`STATE ENVIRONMENTAL -POLICY ACT:::It is
anticipated'"that a determination -of non signifi
cance will be issued for the proposal per WAC,
197-11 355 following the required public notifi
cation period that ends on DECEMBER 5, 2011' _
APPLICANT. LOWER ELWHA KLALLAM
-TRIBE
LOCATION':The'proposal'.includes two loca''
'Edgewood Drive immediatelynorth of the inter';`
section of-Dry'Creek 'Road.'and Edgewpod'
Drive'. and .(2)' at the 'southeast' come-r--of-,the`
intersection of Edgewood Dhve1 an'd -Lower
Elwha Road -
For further' information contact: -Sub Roberds;'
(360) 417-4750',
Pub: Nov. 20, 2011
4worn to me ori this 21 s day of November 2011
NOTARY PUBLIC
Notary Public in and for the State of Washington residing in Port Angeles.
Peninsula Daily News P.O. Box 1330 Port Angeles, WA 98362
APPI•'1T 3
APPLICANT/OWNER INFORMATION:
Applicant: Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe/ Elwha River Casino
Address: 2851 Lower Elwha Road, Port Angeles, WA 98363 Daytime phone #: 360.452.8471X135
Applicant's representative (if other than applicant): Carol Brown
Address: 2851 Lower Elwha Road, Port Angeles, WA 98363 Daytime phone #: 360.452.8471X135
Property owner (if other than applicant): A2 Z Enterprises
Address: 408 East Scribner, Port Angeles, WA 98362 Daytime phone #: 360.460.0776
PROPERTY INFORMATION:
Street address: 2917 West Edgewood Drive, Port Angels, WA 98363
Legal description: N %Z, NW '/4 Section 12 Township 30 North, Range 7 West, W.M.
Zoning: IH Comprehensive Plan designation:
Property dimensions: Est 2550 ft X 1390 ft Property area (total square feet):3,544,450 sq, ft. = 80 acres
Physical characteristics (i.e., flat, sloped, vacant, developed, etc.): Parcel used for Extreme Sports Park, 75%
flat cleared with "Wicked Racing" speed boat track; 25% flat forested.
PROPOSED USE INFORMATION:
Please describe the proposed conditional use:
Install one off --site sign base with two sign faces at the corner of Lower Elwha Road and
West Edgewood Drive.
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Number of employees: 0
Number of on-site parking spaces: 0
Hours of operation: 24 hours per day/ lighted dusk- to dawn.
Building area (total square feet of floor area for the proposed activity): 0.
SIGNATURES:
Applicant:
I certify that all of the above statements are true and complete to the best of'my knowledge and acknowledge
that willfitl misrepresentation of information will terminate this permit application. I have read this application in
its entirety and understand that my submittal will be reviewed for completeness. f', found to be complete the
application will be schedzded for the next available Planning Commission meeting. If ' not complete, when requested
information has been received the application will be scheduled for the next available meeting.
Signature CAfol Brown Date November 14, 2011
Community Development,
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
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I am the owner of the subject property identified herein and appreve of this application.
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Signature Dan Morrison
A2Z Enterprises
For Staff Use Only:
Permit No.
Appl. complete
Add. Info requested
Date November 14, 2011
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