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FORTANGELES
WAS H I N G TON, U. S. A.
ECONOMIC & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
AGENDA
PLANNING COMMISSION
321 East Fifth Street
June 22, 2005
6 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular meeting of June 8, 2005
PUBLIC HEARING:
SHORELINE SUBSTANTIAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT - SMA 05-01 - CITY OF
PORT ANGELES PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES DEPARTMENT: Construct a
stormwater management system for current and future proj ects at the Port Angeles Landfill.
CONTINUED HEARING:
PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION - CRABAPPLE COURT - Crabapple Place: A proposal
to develop a 16-unit subdivision in the RS-9 Residential Single Family zone. (This item will
be further continued..)
VI. PUBLIC MEETING:
FINAL CONSIDERATION OF THE OLYMPIC HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION. 14th and
"N" Streets: Proposal to final Phase II of the 32-unit subdivision in the RS-9 Zone.
VII. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
VIII. STAFF REPORTS
IX. REPORTS OF COMMISSION MEMBERS
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ADJOURNMENT
PLANNING COMMISSIONERS Len Rasmussen (Chalr),Chene Kldd (VIce Chalr),Dave Johnson, KevIn Snyder,Betsy Wharton, Candace Kalish, John Matthews
PLANNING STAFF Mark Madsen, Director, Scott Johns, AssocIate Planner, Sue Roberds, AssIstant Planner
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MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION
Port Angeles, Washington 98362
June 22, 2005
6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members Present:
Leonard Rasmussen, Dave Johnson, Kevin Snyder,
Candace Kalish, John Matthews
Members Excused:
Cherie Kidd, Betsy Wharton
Staff Present:
Sue Roberds, Scott Johns
Public Present:
Suzann Pilot, Dick Cavanaugh, J elorma McClean, Clay
Rennie
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Matthews moved to approve the minutes as submitted with the
corrections included in the minutes by Commissioner Rasmussen. The motion was seconded
by Commissioner Johnson and passed 4 - 0 with Commissioner Snyder abstaining due to his
absence at the meeting.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Chair Rasmussen 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.
PUBLIC HEARING:
SHORELINE SUBSTANTIAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT - SMA 05-01 - CITY OF
PORT ANGELES PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES DEPARTMENT: Construct
a stormwater management system for current and future proj ects at the Port Angeles Landfill.
Associate Planner Scott Johns reviewed the Department's report recommending approval of the
shoreline substantial development permit as conditioned. He noted that no comment was received
from other agencies that had been notified of the proposal including the Lower Elwha Tribe. As
there was no representative from the Public Works and Utilities Department to speak to the issue,
he noted that he would answer any questions that may occur. Chair Rasmussen opened the public
hearing. There being no one to speak to the issue, he then closed the public hearing.
Following brief discussion regarding the project, Commissioner Snyder moved to approve the
shoreline substantial development permit with the following conditions, and citing the noted
findings and conclusions:
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ConditlOns
1. Best Management Practices (BMPs) such as, but not limited to, placement of silt fencing,
covering exposed soils with straw or plastic sheeting, use of straw bales in open ditches, and
washing equipment tires before travel on City streets shall be used during all construction
phases.
2. Immediately upon completion ofthe access road improvements, all disturbed areas shall be
re-vegetated with native plant materials at a ratio similar to the pre-disturbance condition.
3. Prior to any construction activity, the applicant, shall obtain any permits required by State
or Federal agencies, including but not limited to Department of Ecology, Department of
Natural Resources, Department ofFish and Wildlife, Army Corp of Engineers, US Fish and
Wildlife, and NOAA Fisheries.
Findings
Based on the information provided in the June 22, 2005, Staff Report for SMA 05-01
(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:
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An application for a shoreline permit was submitted by the City of Port Angeles, Public
Works and Utilities Department on April 25, 2005, for the development of a stormwater
management system at the Port Angeles Landfill. The application indicates that a portion
ofthe work will occur within the shoreline jurisdiction. Best management practices will be
incorporated to address potential erosion and water quality impacts from the construction.
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In accordance with the Shoreline Management Act and the local Shoreline Master Program,
a conditional use permit may be granted if all five ofthe specified criteria can be met, as well
as consideration of the cumulative effects of such requests. These include assurances related
to the proposed project that: I) applicable policies are maintained; 2) public use of the
shoreline is not impacted; 3) compatibility with adjacent uses can be made; 4) no adverse
effects to the shoreline will result; and 5) that the public interest is maintained.
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Chapter 5 ofthe City's Shoreline Master Program indicates that utilities are conditional uses
in the U-SP designation; however, Chapter 6.1. Regulation 12. specifies waste-water outfalls
are a permitted use.
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A Determination of Non-Significance was issued by the City of Port Angeles SEP A
Responsible Official for the proposal on June 3, 2005.
5. The Port Angeles Shoreline Master Program, Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance and
critical areas ordinances have been reviewed with respect to this application.
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6. The site is designated Industrial in the City's Comprehensive Plan, Public Buildings and
Parks on the City's Zoning Map, and Urban-Shoreline Protection in the City's Shoreline
Master Program.
7. The following adopted City policies are most relevant to the proposed project:
Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element Policies A-2, Conservation Element Policies B.1,
2, 9, 10, 12, and 19 and Objectives 3 and 4, and Goals D.2, 6, and 10, Capital Facilities
Element Policies A-10, and B.6; the City's Shoreline Master Program's Urban-Shoreline
Protection designation and Chapter 4, Policies B-1 and 2, C-1 through 6, D-1, E-1 & 2, J -2,
M-l and 2, and N-2, Chapter 5, Policies E-l through 4, and Chapter 6, Policies 1-1,2,3,5,
and Regulations 1 -13.
8. No developed public access exists at this location. However, lawful access to the shoreline
exists for maintenance purposes which was constructed in accor4dance with Federal and
State law. Improvement to this access is planned and must not disrupt natural functions and
values of the environmentally sensitive area
Conclusions
Based on the information provided in the June 22, 2005, Staff Report for SMA 05-01
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:
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The proposed project as conditioned, is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan
Shoreline Master Program.
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The proj ect will not be detrimental to the shoreline.
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As conditioned, the proposed project will not interfere with public use oflands or waters.
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As conditioned, the proposal meets the criteria for a conditional use permit.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kalish and passed 5 - O.
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING:
PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION - CRABAPPLE COURT - Crabapple Place: A proposal
to develop a l6-unit subdivision in the RS-9 Residential Single Family zone.
Chair Rasmussen opened the continued public hearing. Following a brief statement from staffthat
the applicant needs more time prior to action on this issue, Commissioner Kalish moved to
continue the hearing to August 10, 2005, 7 p.m. The motion was seconded by Commissioner
Johnson and passed 5 - O.
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PUBLIC MEETING:
FINAL CONSIDERATION OF THE OLYMPIC HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION. 14th and
"N" Streets: Proposal to final Phase II of the 32-unit subdivision in the RS-9 Zone.
Assistant Planner Sue Roberds reviewed the Department's memorandum explaining how the
applicants have met the conditions of preliminary approval for Phase II ofthe subdivision. She noted
that an engineer's estimate was submitted that included improvements to 14th Street abutting the
subdivision to standard improvements rather than low impact development standards. An
assignment of savings has been accepted by the City Engineer at 150% the estimated cost of
completion of the infrastructure improvements which allows the phase to be finaled under the Port
Angeles Municipal Code provisions.
Commissioner Snyder added that the development looks very good and commended the developers
on their proposal to complete 14th Street with standard improvements to match the existing street
improvement. Commissioner Rasmussen agreed. Commissioner Snyder moved to recommend
that the City Council approve the final of Phase II adding one condition per the developer's
statement, and cited the following findings and conclusions in support ofthe recommendation:
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Condition:
1. A bond or assignment of savings in the amount of 150% of the engineering estimate to
complete infrastructure improvements as required shall be submitted and approved by the
City Engineer prior to final of Phase II ofthe subdivision. Wording such that "No occupancy
of dwelling units will be allowed until all roadway and utility improvements have been
completed and approved by the City Engineer" shall appear on the face of the final plat.
Findings:
1. A 32-unit residential subdivision was approved in the RS-9 Residential Single Family zone
on March 16, 2004 for Olympic Land Development, Inc. The preliminary subdivision was
approved to be finaled in three phases: Phase I consists of Lots 1 - 6, Phase II consists of
Lots 7 - 19, and Phase II consists of Lots 20 - 32. Conditions of approval were attached to
preliminary plat approval to ensure that the requirements of the City's subdivision
regulations, codified as Section 16.08 ofthe Port Angeles Municipal Code, and the State's
subdivision standards, 58.17 RCW, are met
2. Phase I of the subdivision, entitled "Olympic Heights" was finaled by the City Council on
November 16, 2004.
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Section 16.08.070 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code allows that if a preliminary plat is
approved by the City Council, the developer, before requesting final approval, shall elect to
install or assure installation of the improvements required by Section 16.08.070 PAMC by
one ofthe following methods:
1. Actual installation of the required improvements, to the satisfaction and
approval of the City Engineer;
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2. Furnishing to the City an assignment of savings or another approved security
or placing in trust, an amount equal to 150% of the cost ofthe improvements as determined
by the City Engineer, which assignment shall assure to the City the installation of the
improvements to the satisfaction and approval of the City Engineer. This savings account,
or other security, or trust shall be conditioned so that no amount may be removed therefrom
without prior written approval ofthe City, and shall further provide that, ifthe improvements
are not installed within the time limitations set by the City Engineer, or not installed to the
satisfaction ofthe City Engineer, the City may withdraw from the savings account or other
security an amount necessary to complete the required improvement(s). The City Engineer
shall determine the period of the assignment of the savings account, other security, or the
trust.
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The applicants requested final of Phase II (Lots 7 - 19) ofthe subdivision on June 14,2005,
and submitted an assignment of savings equal to 150% of the cost of completion of the
roadway and utility improvements per Section 16.08.050 PAMC as approved by the City
Engineer. The City Engineer has approved the assignment amount relative to completion of
the incomplete roadway and utility improvements.
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The applicant submitted a letter on June 14,2005, with regard to the improvement of 14th
Street abutting the subdivision being developed as a standard street rather than to lot impact
development standards.
Conclusion:
A. As conditioned, conditions of subdivision approval have been met and therefore the
subdivision is found to be in the public interest and in compliance with standards for
subdivisions as set forth in RCW 58.17 and 16.08 PAMC.
The motion was approved by Commissioner Kalish and passed 6 - O.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
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STAFF REPORTS
Associate Planner Johns informed commission members of upcoming issues particularly with
regard to a planned residential development that will be under consideration at the July 13 meeting.
REPORTS OF COMMISSION MEMBERS
The subject of further expansion of the urban growth areas was discussed as well as
mechanisms for off-site improvements. The Local Improvement District (LID) process was
explained and it was noted that LIDs are exceedingly difficult to organize and don't always function
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Commissioner Snyder gave a brief report of his attendance at a recent Port Angeles Forward
meeting which is now meeting on the second Thursday of each month at 7 :30 a.m. in City Hall. The
most recent meeting realized a 50% to 80% attendance which indicates that this is a better meeting
date and time. As a comment to Commissioner Snyder's summary of subjects discussed by the
Committee, Planner Johns noted that a local artist of some renown has been commissioned to design
unique street benches to enhance the Downtown streetscape.
The Commissioners agreed that it would have been helpful to have someone from the Public
Works and Utilities Department present to speak to that application and asked that, in the future
when City applications are on the agenda, someone be present representing the issues. Staff
apologized for the absence but noted that there must have been some confusion because it is normal
for the responsible department to send a representative.
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ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
PREPARED BY. S. Roberds
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