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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 06/08/1983 . PLANNING COMMISSION Port Angeles, Washington June 8, 1983 I CALL TO ORDER Chairman Hulett called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. II ROLL CALL Members Present: Lorraine Ross, Ted Puckett, Richard Anderson, James Hulett, Jerry Cornell, Brad Banner, Todd Holm Members Absent: None Staff Present: Paul D. Carr, Dan VanHemert, Gary Braun III APPROVAL OF MINUTES of May 25/ 1983 . Mr. Anderson moved to approve the minutes of the May 25, 1983, meeting as submitted. Ms. Ross seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. IV HEARINGS CONDITIONAL USE HEARING - WELLS. Application for a Conditional Use Permit to establish a mail order and retail sales business of hunting firearms and related equipment as a Home Occupation. Location: 321 East Ninth Street. Mr. Cornell left the room, due to an appearance of fairness. Mr. Carr reviewed the Department Report; Chairman Hulett opened the public hearing. Mr. Holm asked about fire protection requirements for gunpowder storage. Gary Braun, City Fire Marshal, reviewed the Uniform Fire Code. Mr. Puckett asked about shooting firearms on the site. Mr. Wells, the applicant, noted that there would be no discharge of firearms and the amount of powder and ammunition stored would be determined by the Fire Code. Chairman Hulett closed the public hearing. . After discussing home occupations in accessory buildings, Mr. Holm moved" to table the application, which motion died for lack of a second. Ms. Ross moved to approve the PLANNING COMMISSION June 8, 1983 Page 2. ~.. Home Occupation permit, which motion also died for lack of a second. Mr. Holm moved to table the application to review an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding Home Occupations in accessory buildings. Mr. Banner seconded the motion, which passed 3 - 2. Ms. Ross moved to set a public hearing for June 22, 1983, for an amendment to consider Home Occupations in acces- sory buildings. Mr. Holm seconded the motion, which passed 5 - 1. [Mr. Cornell returned to the hearing room.] Interpretation - Lumber Storage in the CSD-Cl District. . Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report and explained that while the use as an open lumber yard may be occurring in a vacant lot, the construction of a storage building to house a pre-existing nonconforming use is contrary to Article XI, Section 1 of the zoning Ordinance, which re- quires that all new buildings, including their use, comply with the zoning regulations. After extended dis- cussion, Ms. Ross moved that a lumber storage building is compatible with the uses in the CSD-Cl District as a Con- ditional Use. Mr. Banner seconded the motion, which passed 5 - 2. Messrs. Cornelland Holm, the dissenting votes, expressed reservations about the compatibility of a lumber yard in a Cl District near residential develop- ment. CONDITIONAL USE HEARING - ANGELES MILLWORK. Applica- tion for a Conditional Use Permit to use a building to be constructed for lumber storage. Location: 1601 South "C" Street. Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report for the Con- ditional Use Permit. Chairman Hulett opened the public hearing. . Robert Eshom, owner of Angeles Millwork and Lumber Co., stated that would be no more movement of lumber or vehicles, and considerably less dust and noise if a lumber storage building were constructed. It will protect the lumber from the natural elements. Paul Pendergrass, an employee of Angeles Millwork and Lumber Co., described the height and size of the building, noting that the views from the surrounding apartments will not be obstructed. Chairman Hulett closed the public hearing. PLANNING COMMISSION June 8, 1983 Page 3 4 Mr. Cornell asked about traffic on 16th Street. Mr. Eshom said the volume would not change. Mr. Puckett asked whether other land on the Millwork's property could be used for lumber storage; for example, the building housing the grain store. Mr. Eshom said the structure was not suitable. Ms. Ross moved to recommend approval of the Conditional Use Permit, subject to compliance with the Uniform Fire Code, citing the following as findings of fact: 1. The storage building will lessen fire danger. 2. It will be a visual improvement and provide security. 3. It is a needed use in this area of the City. 4. Since it is an existing use, the building will reduce negative impacts on nearby properties. Mr. Anderson seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. . CONDITIONAL USE HEARING - BROWN. Application for a Conditional Use Permit to establish a bookkeeping service as a Home Occupation. Location: 622 South Valley Street. Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report; Chairman Hulett opened the public hearing. Philomena Brown stated that there will not be an addition to the house for the office, and the fire extinguishers are installed. Chairman Hulett closed the public hearing. Mr. Anderson moved to recommend approval of the Conditional Use Permit subject to the condition that fire extinguishers are installed in accordance with Fire Department require- ments, citing the following findings of fact: 1. The Home Occupation will not result in the generation of excessive noise, fumes, smoke, dust or introduce adverse conditions into this residential neighborhood. 2. It will not increase traffic over that normally experienced on Valley Street. . 3. The Home Occupation will not be injurious to the adjoining properties or endanger the public health, PLANNING COMMISSION June 8, 1983 Page 4 . safety and welfare, and it lS ln the interests of the general public. Mr. Holm seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. SHORT PLAT APPEAL - ALLEN. requirement that a sidewalk Peabody Street. Location: Street and Whidby Avenue. Mr. Anderson left the hearing room due to the appearance of fairness. Appeal of a short plat be installed adjacent to Southwest corner of Peabody . Mr. VanHemert advised that a sidewalk adjacent to Peabody Street has been required as part of preliminary approval of Short Plat No. 'SP-83 (3) I because Peabody is an arterial near the High School, and two properties directly south of this property have sidewalks. Art Dunker, representing the applicant, reviewed the Peabody Street L.I.D. when sidewalks were installed on the east side of Lincoln Street and on the west side of Chase Street. There is an underground telephone trunk line on the west side of Peabody Street and a telephone pole near the alley which must be relocated. Mr. Cornell asked whether the side- walk could be installed on private property or in the public right-of-way. He was told that sidewalks are constructed in the right-of-way. The Commission then discussed utilities adjacent to the property and ownership of the unimproved Peabody Street right-of-way. Mr. Cornell moved to continue this appeal until June 22, subject to a request to the City Attorney to determine the ownership of the Peabody Street right-of- way. Ms. Ross seconded this motion, which passed unanimously. Mr. Anderson returned to the hearing room. REZONE HEARING - LINDBERG/HARTMAN. Request to rezone 42,000 square feet from CAD (Commercial Arterial District) to RMF (Residential Multi-Family). Location: South side of Front Street, West of Peabody Street. Mr. Carr reviewed the Department Report. In response to a question, he explained that single-family homes and duplexes are specifically prohibited in the commercial districts. Chairman Hulett opened the public hearing. . Bill Lindberg, representing the applicant, said the topography makes commercial development impractical~ the uses have remained residential, though the property is commercially zoned; and there is no direct access to Front Street. Chairman Hulett closed the public hearing. PLANNING COMMISSION June 8, 1983 Page 5 . Mr. Cornell moved to recommend rezoning the property to RMF citing the following findings of fact: 1. The proposed rezone complies with the multi-family Residential policies of the Comprehensive Plan. 2. The present residential uses have not weakened the CAD Zone; therefore, the requested down-zone would not weaken it. 3. Residential uses may strengthen the CAD Zone. 4. There are site-specific topography conditions which make the area less desirable for commercial use. 5. High-density residential development may benefit the Central Business District. Ms. Ross seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. . CONDITIONAL USE HEARING - MORGAN/SINNES. Application for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a Retail Stand for the sale of prepared seafoods and soft drinks. Location: 131 East Railroad Avenue. Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report; Chairman Hulett opened the public hearing. Dan Sinnes, 219 South Liberty, described the proposed retail stand, the site, and the prospective customers. Mr. Holm asked about disguising the trailer. A facade will be constructed around the trailer and hitch. Chairman Hulett closed the public hearing. Ms. Ross moved to recommend granting the Conditional Use Permit, subject to the following conditions: 1. A fire extinguisher, refilling procedures and testing procedures be in accordance with the requirements of the Fire Department. 2. That the retail stand, trash receptacles, tables and chairs not be placed on the sidewalk and be set sufficiently back from the sidewalk so as not to cause a pedestrian obstruction. 3. That skirting be installed and the hitch hidden. . 4. That prior to operation, a County Health Department permit must be issued. She cited the following findings of fact: . . . PLANNING COMMISSION June B, 1983 Page 6 A. The retail stand at this location will not be a burden to public utilities, streets, or pose a pedestrian hazard. B. The retail stand will reinforce the emerging tourist and pedestrian nature of Railroad Avenue and enhance the economic vitality of the Central Business District. C. Located in the Central Business District, the stand will comply with the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Puckett seconded the motion, which passed 5 - 2. Messrs. Banner and Cornell cast dissenting votes, because the proposed use would create an appearance that was not compatible with the Downtown image. CONDITIONAL USE HEARING - RAMSEY. Application for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a mobile steam pressure cleaning business as a Home Occupation. Location: 1032 East Fourth Street. STREET VACATION HEARING - LAMB. Petition to vacate that portion of Fifth Street west of Tumwater Truck Route. Location: Fifth Street, west of the Truck Route. CONDITIONAL USE HEARING - GLASS. Application for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a "Bed & Breakfast" as a Home Occupation. Location: 108 South Oak Street. The above three items were continued to the July 13th meeting on a unanimous vote of a motion by Mr. Cornell which was seconded by Ms. Ross. V COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC None. VI STAFF REPORTS Interpretation - Welding Shop in the CSD-Cl District. Mr. VanHernert distributed a memo regarding a welding shop, an unspecified use in the Cl District. Mr. Holm moved to interpret that a metal fabricating shop is neither a permitted nor a conditional use in the CSD-Cl District. Mr. Cornell seconded the motion which passed unanimously. PLANNING COMMISSION June 8, 1983 Page 7 . VIII REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS Mr. Anderson expressed concern about the sale of used cars at Ninth and Lincoln. Chairman Hulett questioned the dirt pile adjacent on the north side of Front Street. Mr. Cornell suggested considering revising the practice of putting the Chairman's vote with the majority when the Chairman does not actually cast a vote. Mr. Holm questioned whether the hearings could not con- tinue after 10:00 for the convenience of the applicants. Mr. Anderson explained that the rule eliminated extremely late meetings. Other Commissioners: None. IX ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at lO:50 P.M. . /}d/AW- Paul D. Carr, Secretary ~ Chairman Tape Condition: Satisfactory CDVH:PDC:LF . CITY OF PORT ANGELES ATTENDANCE ROSTER Type of Meeting: PLANNING CQI\1fI,USSION Date: 6~,8-83 Location: l34 West Front Street ,ADDRESS GENCY ~bk- A~SCc~ ~ vSO '"L 'UJ. (/ tiI ~Co k-tj(~d ~ .:5~/ IE ~ L "Z.. '3 w. /11\ ~