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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 02/25/2009PORTANGELIE!S W A S H I N G T O N U S A. COMMUNITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENDA PLANNING COMMISSION 321 East Fifth Street February 25, 2009 6 p.m. I. CALL TO ORDER Pledge Of Allegiance Led by the Chair II. ROLL CALL III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular meeting of February 11, 2009 IV. PUBLIC HEARING: SHORELINE SUBSTANTIAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT SMA 09-01 YMCA 1431 Ediz Hook Road: A proposal to construct a wooden walkway extending from an existing building to the beach in a shoreline area. V. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC VI. STAFF REPORTS VII. REPORTS OF COMMISSION MEMBERS VIII. ADJOURNMENT PLANNING COMMISSIONERS. John Matthews (Chair); Doc Reiss (Vice Chair);Werner Beier, Mike Caudill, Tim Boyle, Carla Sue, Nancy Powers. PLANNING STAFF' Nathan West, Director; Sue Roberds, Planning Manager; Scott Johns, Associate Planner, Dan Bialzik, Assistant Planner ROLL CALL PUBLIC HEARINGS: MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION Port Angeles, Washington 98362 February 25, 2009 6:00 p.m. Members Present: John Matthews, Mike Caudill, Carla Sue, Doc Reiss, Tim Boyle, Nancy Powers Members Excused: Werner Beier Staff Present: Nathan West, Scott Johns, Heidi Greenwood Public Present: Brad Shea, Peter Becker, John Halberg, Dan Maguire APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Boyle moved to approve the February 11, 2009, minutes as presented. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Reiss and passed 5 0 with Commissioner Powers abstaining. Chair Matthews reviewed the quasi judicial public hearing guidelines and qualifying statements. Following review of the questions, all Commissioners responded for the record that they had no appearance of fairness or conflict of interest issues with regard to the pending application. Chair Matthews opened the public hearing. Chair Matthews indicated that those who testify must sign the "Sign In" log and affirm that their testimony will be truthful to the best of their knowledge. SHORELINE SUBSTANTIAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT SMA 09 -01 Clallam County YMCA, 1431 Ediz Hook Road: Proposal to allow the construction of a 104 -foot walkway from an existing structure to the upper beach area located in the Public Buildings and Parks zone. Associate Planner Scott Johns reviewed the Department Report recommending approval of the shoreline substantial development permit with conditions, and identified the site location through use of a Power Point presentation. Peter Becker 302 S. Francis Street, represented the Olympic Peninsula Rowing Club and commented on the materials that will be used in the construction of the walkway He further commented on construction details including the possibility that a concrete pad may be constructed at the upland point where the walkway ends. Commissioner Caudill questioned whether the design had been engineered with concerns about the load carrying capacity of the structure. Planning Commission Minutes February 25, 2009 Page 2 Brad Shea, Westec Co., 403 E. 8` Street indicated that the plan had been engineered to carry the anticipated weight. He further discussed the issue of shading caused by the structure, indicating that the height would allow light to reach the vegetation below the structure and felt that shading should not be a concern. Commissioner Reiss asked what the expected life of the screw -in pin piles is. Dr. Shea estimated that the life would be 25 to 30 years. Dan Maguire, 313 Hancock Avenue indicated that the YMCA supports the project as it meshes well with existing programs and supports the Y's overall vision. He also pointed out that this project is a volunteer sponsored project. There being no further testimony, Chair Mathews closed the public hearing Associate Planner Johns responded to comments made during the public hearing, including the implications of constructing a concrete pad at the landward end of the walkway It was pointed out that the concrete pad had not been included in the application materials, and that, although it would have minor environmental impacts, he emphasized the need for archaeological oversight if there is to be any earth disturbing activities, and discussed ways to avoid earth disturbance. Following brief discussion, Commissioner Boyle moved to approve the shoreline substantial development permit SMA 09 -01 with the following conditions, findings, and conclusions: Conditions 1 The current level of ground disturbance (placement of screw -in pilings) is acceptable, however; no additional ground disturbance will be allowed without prior consultation with the City Archaeologist. If additional ground disturbances are anticipated, the applicant will likely need to have an approved professional archaeologist on site to monitor any excavation. 2. In the event archaeological artifacts, features or human remains are discovered on the property, the pennittee will immediately notify the City of Port Angeles Archaeologist at (360) 417 -4704, as well as the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribal Archaeologist. The City, in turn will immediately notify the State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, as required in RCW 27 44 and 27.53 3 Revegetation of all disturbed areas shall occur once the construction portion of the project is completed. 4 The applicant is responsible for obtaining all local, state, and federal permits required for the project prior to beginning construction activities. Findings Based on the information provided in the February 25, 2009, Staff Report for SMA 09 -01 including all of its attachments, comments and information presented during the public hearing, and the Planning Commission's discussion and deliberation, the City of Port Angeles Planning Commission hereby finds that: 1 An application for a shoreline permit was submitted by the YMCA of Clallam County, on January 29, 2009, for the construction of a wooden walkway leading from an existing structure to the beach area, located on Ediz Hook. The application indicates that the Planning Commission Minutes February 25. 2009 Page 3 work will occur upland of the ordinary high water mark. The project will connect an existing structure that is being used to store rowing skulls with the existing Sail and Paddle Park located to the west of the structure. 2. A Determination of Non Significance was issued by the City of Port Angeles SEPA Responsible Official for the proposal on February 23, 2009 3 As designed, the project will be accomplished with a minimum amount of soil disturbance or work on the beach. No earth disturbance is proposed, other than placement of screw -in pin piles. 4 The Port Angeles Shoreline Master Program, Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance and critical areas ordinances have been reviewed with respect to this application. 5 The site is designated Open Space in the City's Comprehensive Plan, Public Buildings and Parks and Industrial Heavy, in the City's Zoning Ordinance, and Urban Harbor and Aquatic- Harbor in the City's Shoreline Master Program. 6. The following adopted City policies are most relevant to the proposed project: Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element Policies A -2, the City's Shoreline Master Program's Urban- Harbor designation and Chapter 4, Policies A -1, B -1 and 2, D -1, E -2, J -1 and 2, and K -1 through 3, Chapter 5, Policies D -1 and 2, and F -1 through 3 and 8, Chapter 6, Policies B -1 through 3, C -1 through 5, F -1 through 4, and all associated regulations. 7 The City's Waterfront Trail runs east and west along the length of the project. No changes to the Trail are proposed by this application. Conclusions Based on the information provided in the February 25, 2009 Staff Report for SMA 09 -01 including all of its attachments, comments and information presented during the public hearing, the Planning Commission's discussion and deliberation, and the above listed findings, the City of Port Angeles Planning Commission hereby concludes that: A. The proposed project is consistent with the City Comprehensive Plan, zoning ordinance, and Shoreline Master Program. B. The project will not be detrimental to the shoreline. C. As conditioned, the proposed project will not adversely interfere with public use of lands or waters. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Sue, and passed 6 0. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC None Planning Commission Minutes Februan' 25, 2009 Page 4 STAFF REPORTS Associate Planner Johns introduced new Planning Commissioner Nancy Powers to the Commission. Commissioner Powers made a brief statement of her experience, and indicated she is looking forward to her term on the Planning Commission. Director West reminded Planning Commission members of the upcoming visit by the AIA representatives for the Sustainable Design Assessment Team occurring March 16 through the 18` Commission members were encouraged to participate in the planned activities. REPORTS OF COMMISSION MEMBERS Commissioner Reiss stated that the Rotary Club has scheduled a regional meeting to be held in Port Angeles that would bring approximately 500 people to town in February of 2010. Director West asked Commissioner Boyle if he would take that information to the Port Angeles Forward Committee at their next meeting. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned I PREPARED BY S. Johns John Matthews Chair PORTANGELES W A S H I N G T O N U S.A PLANNING COMMISSION ATTENDANCE ROSTER AND TESTIMONY SIGN -UP SHEET PLEASE SIGN IN Meeting Agenda of: leMuA�C/ a -r 'o 9 To help us provide an accurate record of those in attendance, please sign in. If you plan to testify, by your signature below, you certify that the testimony given is true and correct under penalty of perjury by the laws of the State of Washington. Signature below DOES NOT REQUIRE you to testify. 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