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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 05/08/1985 . . . PLANNING COMMISSION Port Angeles, Washington May 8, 1985 I CALL TO ORDER Chairman Ross called the meeting to order at 7:02 P.M. II ROLL CALL Members Present: Jerry Glass, Ted Puckett, Jim Hulett, Lorraine Ross, Jerry Cornell, Donna Davison, Gary Cissel. Members Absent: None. Staff Present: Paul D. Carr, Dan VanHemert, Gary Braun. III APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Cornell moved to approve the minutes of April 24, 1985. Ms. Davison seconded the motion which passed unanimously. IV PUBLIC HEARINGS SHORELINE MANAGEMENT PERMIT HEARING - PEN PLY. Request for a Shoreline Management Permit to allow filling of the east half of the existing Pen Ply log pond with approximately 100,000 cubic yards of dredge spoils or wood and bark waste. Location: Pen Ply Millon Marine Drive. Mr. Carr reviewed the Department Report. Chairman Ross opened the public hearing. Paul Sawyer, representing ITT Rayonier, stated that the fill material would probably consist of clean dirt and approved dredge spoils. The size of the outlet pipe has been reduced to 24-inch. Chairman Ross closed the public hearing. Mr. Glass moved to recommend that the Shoreline Management Permit be approved, subject to the following conditions: 1. The existing log pond gate be replaced with a pipe that contains a valve for refilling the pond and the inlet section of the pipe be screened to prevent entrapment of fish. 2 . Fill soils or dredge spoils, approved by the Department of Ecology, be used for the fill material, and the re- taining wall consist of clean earth and other approved soils. . . . PLANNING CO~1ISSION May 8, 1985 Page 2 He cited the following findings: A. The proposed Substantial Development would comply with General Regulations C.2, C.4 and C.5 of the Shoreline Master Program because the activity would be occurring in an intensively-developed industrial area. B. The proposed fill can comply with Use Activities F.12.A through f. C. The proposed use is a permitted activity in the City's M-2 Heavy Industrial Zoning District. D. The proposed use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Port Angeles. Mr. Cornell seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. SHORELINE MANAGEMENT PERMIT HEARING BRITISH PETROLEUM. Request for a Shoreline Permit to construct a float, two dolphins, anchor piles and a gangway ramp connected to an existing wharf, at the property legally described as Government Out Lot 1, TPA. Location: On Ediz Hook. Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report. Chairman Ross opened the public hearing. Dave~Goodwm, Western Transportation, stated that the facility will be used to moor a 62-foot tug boat that transports bunker fuel barges in the Harbor. Chairman Ross closed the public hearing. Mr. Hulett moved to recommend approval of the Shoreline Permit, citing the following findings: 1. The proposed development will occur in an already developed area of the shoreline; therefore, complying with General Regulation C.l and C.4. 2. The dock will not obstruct the visual and physical access to a Shoreline of Statewide Significance by the general public; therefore, it complies with General Regulation C.2 and Use Activity Policy F.17.c. 3. ~t will not be placed on natural beach or intertidal zone, furthering Natural Systems Policy E.1.a, and Use Activity F.17.b and c and General Regulation C.5. 4. The use is part of a water-dependent activity and this is consistent with General Regulation C.2. Mr. Glass seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. PLANNING COMMISSION May 8, 1985 Page 3 . SHORELINE MANAGEMENT PERMIT HEARING - PEN PLY. Request for a Shoreline Permit to allow installation of a second trailer loader at Lease Lot 7, Ediz Hook Lighthouse Reservation. Location: Ediz Hook. Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report. Chairman Ross opened the public hearing. Paul Sawyer stated that the second hoist was needed because of the increase in log truck traffic at the dump site. By locating the hoist adjacent to the existing hoist, the facility can be moved southward to accommodate the Trail. Chairman Ross closed the public hearing. Mr. Glass moved to recommend approval of the Shoreline Permit, subject to the following conditions: 1. That a right of use for a public access trail, not in conflict with the existing lease agreements or the log dump operation, be granted, the location of which will be determined by negotiation with the City when detailed designs for the Trail are available. . 2 . That the hoist be located adjacent to the existing hoist and approximately 20 feet from the south edge of Ediz Hook Road, and both hoists use the same exit. 3. That the roadway service road entrance and exit to the hoists be paved. He cited the following findings: A. The present and proposed uses are water-oriented, rather than shoreline-dependent; therefore, the pro- posal is in partial compliance with General Regulation C.2, Land Use Element D.l.a and Use Activity F.8.a. B. Construction will not occur over existing natural beach or water; therefore, the Permit complies with General Regulation 5 and Natural Systems Policy 1.a. c. The hoist will be located in an industrially-used site in the Urban Environment and not commit additional shoreline to development, furthering General Regula- tions C.l and 4. D. With the condition that the hoist be relocated and an access trail be provided, physical access to a Shore- line of Statewide Significance will be improved, in accordance with General Regulation C.2 and Land Use Element D.2. . . . . PLANNING COMMISSION May 8, 1985 Page 4 E. The proposed development will not adversely affect or alter a Shoreline of Statewide Significance, in com- pliance with General Regulation C.5. F. The proposed use complies with the Comprehensive Plan and City Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Cissel seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. SHORELINE MANAGEMENT PERMIT HEARING - PEN PLY. Request for a Shoreline Management Permit to allow placement of rip rap along 560 feet of shoreline inside the log dump trestle in Port Angeles Harbor, total fill to be approximately 1280 tons. Location: Lease Lot 7, Ediz Hook Lighthouse Reservation. Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report. Chairman Ross opened the public hearing. Paul Sawyer explained that the bank adjacent to the Harbor is erod~ng, jeopa~dizing-_ the log loading and unloading facility. Most of the rip rap will be landward of the mean higher high water line. Chairman Ross closed the public hearing. Mr. Cornell moved to recommend approval of the Shoreline Management Permit, citing the following findings: A. The rip-rap is being placed to protect upland facilities and therefore complies with Use Activities F.9.e. B. Since it will be placed in a manner that does not endanger fish or shellfish habitats and does not degrade or displace a natural beach, it complies with Natural Systems Policy E.1.a and Use Activities F.9.b. C. Because natural materials are being used and the exist- ing marine beach will not be displaced, the proposed rip-rap complies with Natural Systems Policy E.1.a and Use Activities Policy F.9.a. D. The proposal will not detrimentally alter the natural conditions of a Shoreline of Statewide Significance, in compliance with General Regulation C.S. Mr. Glass seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. PLANNING COMMISSION May 8, 1985 Page 5 . CONDITIONAL USE HEARING - ALADDIN'S HOME CARE CENTER: Request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow manufacturing, display and retail sales of kitchen cabinets, as well as to continue the sale of floor coverings and draperies. Location: 1010 South "C" Street. Mr. Carr reviewed the Department Report. Chairman Ross opened the public hearing. Roger Pierce stated that the cabinet shop is related to the carpet sales and cleaning service. Presently, there is a one-hour wall between the two operations. Chairman Ross closed the public hearing. Mr. Cornell moved to recommend approval of the Conditional Use Permit, subject to the requirements of the Uniform Building Code and the Uniform Fire Code, and citing the following findings: 1. The proposed use is similar to a hardware store. 2. The size of the operation should not create any detri- mental impacts upon the existing commercial zone or abutting properties because it is located on the "C" Street arterial. . Mr. Puckett seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. CONDITIONAL USE HEARING - DAVID AND PAMELA CHURCH: Request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow a beauty shop as a Home Occupation in the RS-7 Single-Family Residential District. Location: 1717 East Fifth Street. Mr. Hulett left the hearing room because of the appearance of fairness. Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report. Chairman Ross opened the public hearing. David Church explained that his wife wished to work at home to attend to their children. There is parking for the existing house in front of the building, and a double-wide driveway for customers in the rear. A maximum of eight customers per day are anticipated and only one operator is desired at this time, although there would be two chairs. Chairman Ross closed the public hearing. . Mr. Cornell moved to recommend approval of the Conditional Use Permit, subject to the following conditions: 1. That two off-street parking spaces be available for customers in the driveway adjacent to the alley. . . . PLANNING CO~~ISSION May 8, 1985 Page 6 2. That only one resident operator be permitted. 3. That the Home Occupation be limited to 9 AM to 5 PM Monday through saturday hours of operation. He cited fied and borhood. with Ms. that the Home Occupation will not be thus intensi- distract from the residential aspect of the neigh- Mr. Glass seconded the motion, which passed 5 - 0, Davison abstaining. Mr. Hulett returned to the hearing room. V COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC None. VI STAFF REPORTS None. VII REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS Mr. Hulett mentioned the apparent shanty-town developing in Ennis Creek Ravine adjacent to Highway 101 East. Also there are no street trees adjacent to Filion's Jewelry Store, creating a void in the Downtown landscaping. Mrs. Ross inquired about possible uses of Ediz Hook being proposed for acquisition by the City. Mr. Cissel noted that the accumulation of abandoned cars adjacent to Valley Street has continued. VIII ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:40 P.M. Tape condition: Fair CDVH:LF ~. P(LjrJ Ai t~5 W,w.AN\.'/ ~r~ /VV)6'1 f'/L9i?\ AJJv~ ~s: . yv AI\A-1 e ._ . 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