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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 03/09/1983 4IIt PLANNING COMMISSION Port Angeles, Washington March 9, 1983 I CALL TO ORDER Chairman Wight called the meeting to order at 7:05 P.M. II ROLL CALL Members Present: Patrick Downie, Jerry Cornell, Richard Anderson, Richard Wight, David Brewer, Todd Holm Members Absent: James Hulett Staff Present: Paul D. Carr, Dan'VanHemert, Gary Braun, Larry Glenn III APPROVAL OF MINUTES . Mr. Anderson moved to approve the minutes of the February 9th and 23rd meetings as submitted. Mr. Cornell seconded this motion, which passed 5 - 0 with Mr. Holm abstaining. IV HEARINGS The Planning Commission rescheduled the Agenda to hear Items 2 through 6 until 8:30, then Items 1, 7, 8 and 9, in order to accomplish as much of the Agenda as possible. SHORELINE MANAGEMENT HEARING - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES. Request for a Substantial Development Permit for renewal of an existing open water disposal site near Ediz Hook. Location: The Bedlands under 250 feet of water at Longitude 123024'00", Latitude 48009'00". Mr. Carr reviewed the Department Report, noting that the Department of Natural Resources is requesting renewal of their permit first granted in 1978 for a deep-water spoils disposal site under 250 feet of water north of Ediz Hook. Chairman Wight opened the public hearing. . Frank Hansen, DNR, explained that the site A has not been used in the last five years and there are no plans to use it; DOE must approve requests to use the site. Chairman Wight closed the public hearing. . .~ . PLANNING COMMISSION March 9, 1983 Page 2 Mr. Cornell moved to recommend approval of Site B, as requested, for five years, based upon the original findings. Mr. Brewer seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. STREET/ALLEY VACATION HEARING - LAMB and HARPER. Petition to vacate a portion of Fifth Street, a portion of the 5th/6th alley, a 'portion of the 4th/5th alley, a Portion of Fourth Street, and a portion of Sixth Street. Location: Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Streets, west of Tumwater Access Road. No one was present on behalf of the applicants. Accord- ingly, the Commission moved this item to the end of the Agenda. SHORELINE MANAGEMENT HEARING - OLYMPIC MEMORIAL HOSPITAL. Request for a Substantial Development Permit to construct a heat recovery system and storm water pipe to include pumps, pipes, and related equipment, to divert waste water from the existing ITT Rayonier Mill to the Hospital. Location: The shoreline between the ITT Rayonier Mill and the Hospital. Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report; Chairman Wight opened the public hearing. Steve Vorrus from Olympic Memorial Hospital explained the heat recovery system from the ITT Rayonier Mill to the Hospital and responded to questions from the Commission concerning the placing of the pipes in the cliff and along the shoreline. Chairman Wight closed the public hearing. Following discussion, Mr. Anderson' moved to recommend granting approval of the Shoreline Hanagement Permit subject to the following conditions: 1. The construction within the railroad right-of-way be achieved in a manner that wherever possible no loose materials be dumped onto existing natural marine beach. 2. That the ravine wall be restored to its natural pre- construction conditon, including the reseeding of disturbed soils and the planting of plants and shrubs suitable for a steep slope. PLANNING CO~1ISSION March 9, 1983 Page 3 . 3. That prior to construction, a c~rtified soils engin- eer provide a report to the Public Works Department to insure protection of the bluff. Mr. Anderson cited that the proposal would be in the public interest, and specifically cited the following findings of fact: A. The proposed development does not constitute the introduction of a new use into the shoreline; therefore, the application does not conflict with General Regulations C.1, and C.4. B. With restoration of ground surfaces to their natural state and the undergrounding of the recovery and storm drainage lines, the development will not irreversibly convert resources or be detrimental to the natural characteristics of a shoreline of statewide significance in compliance with General Regulation C.S. . C. The restoration of the bluff complies with Use Activity 7.a and the undergrounding of the facilities encourages the maintenance of scenic views and minimizes damages to the aesthetic quality of the shoreline area in furtherance of Use Activity policy 7.b. D. The storm water collection and diversion system should reduce the danger of cave-ins and slides in furtherance of Natural Systems Policy 13.a and c. E. Since no development will occur on or over waters of the shoreline, water quality degredation and interference with Harbor traffic will not occur. F. Since the proposed wastewater heat recovery system and storm water drainage system are accessory uses to existing uses, they are in basic compliance with the Comprehensive Plan and the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Cornell seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. CONDITIONAL USE HEARING - MATTHEWS. Request for extension of a Conditional Use Permit for seasonal sale of bait and tackle as a Home Occupation. Location: 323 East Thirteenth Street. . Mr. Carr reviewed the Department Report, noting that Mr. Matthews has had a Conditional Use Permit since 1976. Chairman Wight opened the public hearing. PLANNING COMMISSION March 9, 1983 Page 4 . Mr. Matthews stated that he purchased a fire extinguisher last week. Chairman Wight closed the public hearing. Mr. Brewer moved to recommend granting a two-year extension, subject to the original conditions and findings. Mr. Cornell seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. CONDITIONAL USE HEARING - CLINE. Request for a Conditional Use Permit to manufacture and sell sewing kits as a Home Occupation. Location: 1233 West Tenth Street. Mr. Carr reviewed the Department R~port; Chairman Wight opened the public hearing. . In response to questions from the Commission, Mr. Cline explained that the proposed busine~s presently occupies approximately 1200 square feet in a business center in Redmond and that 90% of their business is mail order catalogue. He expects to use approximately 700 square feet of the garage, plus use some storage space in the house, to store down and finished kits. Shipping of the materials and the finished products is by UPS. The down arrives in lOa-pound bulk quantities. He feels he cannot operate in the home because the down packing machine which operates like a large vacuum cleaner, is approxi- mately 5 feet by 5 feet by 7 feet and the cutting table is 5 by 15 feet. Telephone calls and mail orders will also be made in the home. Deliveries and shipments will occur daily. He expects to operate out of his home for approximately 5 years. He is requesting the Horne Occupa- tion because commercial lease space is expensive. The Commission then asked him if he had inquired about com- mercial space locally. He had not. They produce ap- proximately 25 kits per day in the busy season, fall and winter. Kits vary in size from down comforters to vests and booties. Dave Whitley, a neighbor, said the impact upon the neighborhood would be minimal compared to Gund Plaza. Chairman Wight closed the public hearing. Mr. Cornell recommended approving the Conditional Use Permit for a Home Occupation for a period of one year, subject to the following conditions: . 1. There be no remodeling of the exterior of the garage that would change its appearance. 2. The applicants rent a Post Office box for their prime mailing address for the business. PLANNING COMMISSION March 9, 1983 Page 5 . - 3. That all deliveries occur on th~ street. He cited the following findings of fact: A. The proposed conditions mitigate the negative aspects of operating a Home Occupation in an accessory building. B. There would be little impact on 'the neighborhood. C. Some activity occurs in the house. , Mr. Downie seconded the motion, which passed 4 - 2, with Messrs. Brewer and Anderson voting uNo", because the proposed operation is contrary to the Home Occupation policy and is more commercial and larger in scale than any previously granted Home Occupations. SHORELINE MANAGEMENT HEARING - CROWN ZELLERBACH. Request for a Substantial Development Permit for a fuel oil tank farm and related product handling facilities. Location: Ediz Hook and Port Angeles Harbor. (Continued from February 9, 1983.) . Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report. In response to a question from the Conunission, 'Fire Chief Glenn ex- plained that a 30 to 35-foot fire boat was adequate to meet their needs. He also explained that as-minute response time means the boat could be maintained within the Port Angeles Harbor, such as in'the Marina. Chairman Wight opened the public hearing. Bob Morgan of Crown Zellerbach addressed two items in their proposal. First, a new trestle will be construc- ted, and they have reapplied to the Army Corps for a new permi t. Secondly, the proposed hike and bike trail presents some difficulties because .i t is close to areas of high traffic and other Mill activities. Crown Z would like that condition deleted. Mr. Carr explained that the Urban Waterfront Trail Plan is an adopted Plan of the City. Additionally, one purpose of the Shoreline Manage- ment Act is to promote public access on the shorelines. Mr. Morgan said he is aware of the Plan but it is too general and too many other factors are involved to require it now. . Bill Pruitt, British Petroleum, reviewed recent trends in Harbor traffic and bunkering and compared the fire and explosion characteristics of bunker fuel to crude oil. Hattie Berglund stated that a shoreline location for the tank fuel yard is not necessary; an increase in Harbor PLANNING COMMISSION March 9, 1983 Page 6 . traffic will occur, as will the potential for a major oil spill. The public bicycle trail should be a condition of approval. In response to a question from the Commission, Mr. Morgan explained that the log dumping and handling facility east of the current site will not be constructed because of the current economy. The area around the existing tank site is leased from the City. It is used occasionally by fishermen and sightseers. Rosemary Cockrill submitted written comments. She objected to locating the fuel yard on the shoreline, to its height, and to the loss of undeveloped shoreline. She further stated that the bike and hike trail should be required. There being no further comments from the public, Chairman Wight closed the public hearing. . In response to questions from the Commission, the Staff and Ed Ingham, representing Crown Zellerbach, then deter- mined that the height of the tanks was 44 feet from their base and approximately 40 feet as viewed from the road. Mr. Ingham also explained the amount of air pollution and odor that would occur from fixed roof design. Mr. Pruitt stated that odor would occur when the tanks were filled, not during draw-down. The Commission further inquired of the applicant's concern regarding the bike and hiking trail. Mr. Morgan explained that" they are concerned because the full cost of the trail is unknown; however, they were agreeable to work with the City if the trail is not required. In response to a qu~stion regarding oil spills, Mr. Pruitt explained that human error tends to be the biggest problem. He does not consider booming war- ranted, but would work with the City to determine the best operational procedures. Dick Stone of Western Transportation explained that their barges in Oregon carry booms on them and they do have some clean-up equipment as well. Mr. Downie moved to recommend approval of the Shoreline Substantial Development Permit provided the following conditions were attached: 1. That an additional fire hydrant be provided on the Ediz Hook Road at the east end of the project site. 2. That the Uniform Fire Code, 1979 Edition, NFPA, and guidelines of the Fire Department shall be followed in the design, construction and operation of the facility. . 3. That a boat, approximately 30 to 35 feet in length and equipped with marine firefighting equipment as required by the Fire Department, be made available by the applicant within a five-minute call time. PLANNING COMMISSION March 9, 1983 Page 7 . 4. That a finished texture and color for the tanks and retaining wall which are compatible with the surrounding environment be selected to reduce the visual impact of the storage tank site. 5. That provisions for the construction and maintenance of a joint biking and hiking trail between the storage facility and the rip-rap adjacent to the Strait of Juan de Fuca, or an aiternate route through the Mill site, acceptable to the City, be completed within one year of operation, following the first year of operation. 6. That the operational procedures for handling and storage of bunker fuel and the spill contingency plan be submitted for City review in,order to minimize accidental spillage and provide satisfactory means of handling spills that do occur. He then cited the following findings of fact: . A. The proposed bunker fuel facility partially complies with General Regulation C.1, Land Use Element D.1.a and Use Activity F.1.a, in that it is not a shoreline-dependent but a water~related and water-oriented use and is being located on a developed site in an already developed area. B. Because development exposes only a small portion of the undeveloped shoreline to us~ and represents the redevelopment and upgrading of the storage facility site, it substantially complies,with General Regulation C.4 and it would reduce the exposure to development of a Shoreline of Statewide Significance. C. Minimum alteration of the shoreline and environmental degredation of the Harbor will occur during construction, reducing adverse impacts of intensive development. Therefore, the proposal is in conformance with Use Activity F~8.g and General Regulation C.4. . D. Because of the distance from the nearest residential development and the present level of development on the site, public visual access to the shoreline will not be significantly obstructed over that now presently experienced. With the condition of a joint walking and bicycle trail, there will be greater physical access to the shoreline on the site than now is available. Accordingly, the proposal is in substantial compliance with General Regulation 2 and Land Use Element 0.2. . . . PLANNING COMMISSION March 9, 1983 Page 8 E. The risk of fire and explosion is substantially reduced by the condition that a-marine fire vessel be provided and the guidelines of the Fire Department be adhered to. Therefore, the proposal substantially complies with Use Activity Policy 7.e. F. The site and area are planned for industrial uses in accordance with the City Comprehensive Plan and are designated M-2 District in the City Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Anderson seconded the motion, ~hich passed 4 - 1, with Mr. Holm abstaining and Chair~an Wight voting "No" because the proposal did not substantially comply with the Shoreline Master Plan because it tended to expand an industrial use into a non-industrial area; however, the other environmental concerns were well-met. I The Commission continued the following hearings to the April 13th meeting: STREET/ALLEY VACATION HEARING - LAMB and HARPER. Petition to vacate a portion of Fifth Street, a portion of the 5th/6th alley, a portion of the 4th/5th alley, a portion of Fourth street, and a portion of Sixth Street. Location: Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Streets, west of Tumwater Access Road. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - WARE. Request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a community-based training and placement program for disabled adults as a Home Occupation. Location: 610 West 11th Street. TEMPORARY USE PERMIT - JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES. Request for a Temporary Use Permit to patk a trailer on site for 7 days once every 5 months. "Location: 1714 South "N" street. M-1 PERMIT HEARING - DEL HUR, INC. Request for an M-1 Permit to expand an equipment and material storage area for an existing contractor's shop and office. Location: 4333 Tumwater Access Road. Interpretation - welding Shop in the CSD-C1 District. v COMMm~ICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC The Commission and Rosemary Cockrill discussed the prob- lems with juggling Agendas and the impact it has upon citizens. Lorraine Ross echoed Ms.' Cockrill's concerns. ~ PLANNING CO~4ISSION March 9, 1983 Page 9 ~ It VI STAFF REPORTS None. VII REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS Mr. Hulett was elected vice-chairman until May, to replace Mr. Ranta. 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