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Home My WebLink AboutResolution 895 - Scenic SPARPLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 895 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING A SITE PLAN AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW FOR SCENIC MIDDLE SCHOOL ON LANDS WITHIN THE CIVIC ZONING DISTRICT. (File No: SPAR -22002) WHEREAS, the applicant has submitted a site plan and architectural review application that includes constructing site access, circulation and parking lot improvements, and establishing a separated bus route and loading zone on a 13.58 acre site within the Civic zoning identified on the Jackson County Assessor's map as 37S 2W 03AB, Tax Lots 4300, Central Point, Oregon; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission's consideration of the application is based on the standards and criteria applicable to Site Plan and Architectural Review in accordance with Section 17.72 and Design and Development Standards in accordance with Section 17.75; and WHEREAS, on May 3, 2022, at a duly noticed public hearing, the City of Central Point Planning Commission considered the Applicant's request for Site Plan and Architectural Review approval, at which time it reviewed the Staff Report and heard testimony and comments on the application; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Central Point Planning Commission by Resolution No. 895 does hereby approve the Site Plan and Architectural Review application for School District No. 6, based on the findings and conditions of approval as set forth in Exhibit "A," the Planning Department Staff Report dated May 3, 2022, including attachments incorporated by reference. PASSED by the Planning Commission and signed by me in authentication of its passage this 3rd day of May, 2022. _ Ian ing Co fission Chair ATTEST: J�) City RepreserkaLIM Planning Commission Resolution No. 895 (05/03/2022) . PLANNING CITY OF CENTRAL POINT, OREGON Staff Resort Scenic Middle School Site Plan and Architectural Review File No. SPAR -22002 May 3, 2022 Item Summary Consideration of site improvements at Scenic Middle School that include constructing site access, circulation and parking lot improvements, and establishing a separated bus route and loading area. The 13.58 acre site for Scenic Middle School is located at 1955 Scenic Avenue and is identified on the Jackson County Assessor's map as 37S 2W 03AB, Tax Lot 4300. Applicant: School District #6; Agent: O'Connor Law, LLC (Daniel B. O'Connor). Associated File: VAR -22001 Staff Source Justin Gindlesperger, Community Planner II Background School District #6 ("Applicant") received voter approval for a new bond to accomplish multiple objectives, including planning for future growth and providing for student safety and security. According to the Assessor's records, Scenic Middle School was built in the late 1960's, which pre -dated the design and development standards currently in effect. Consequently the existing access, parking and circulation layout does not conform to the applicable standards in CPMC 17.75, Design and Development Standards and the building configuration does not provide the total classroom space needed to meet current and future demand for public education. The Applicant proposes to address the facility needs at Scenic Middle School in two (2) phases as follows: Phase 1 includes repaving and adding sidewalks to the northwest private access drive from Scenic Avenue and reconstructing the parking lot and parent drop off area north of the campus buildings ("Parking Lot Improvements"). The proposal also includes building a new bus route and loading area south of the existing campus buildings with access off Aurora Lane and egress onto Comet Way ("Bus Route and Loading Area"). Phase 1 improvements are the subject of this application and are show in Attachment "A-1". • Phase 2 illustrates plans to provide new classroom space to accommodate a growing student population. The future building locations and design provide context for the current proposal (Attachment "A-2"). However, Phase 2 is still in the design phase with exact building configuration and architecture to be provided as part of a forthcoming Site Plan & Architectural Review application. The Parking Lot Improvements in Phase 1 provide increased parking spaces and an enhanced parent drop-off/loading zone that is separated from the school bus loading area. Access to and 35 from the main parking area and parent drop-off loading area will continue to be via the private access drive and Rock Way, which both intersect Scenic Avenue. Parking Plan The proposed parking plan includes 122 parking spaces, which is an increase in approximately 20 spaces over existing conditions. The proposed parking plan meets the off- street parking standards for secondary schools based on the allowable 20% reduction allowed for employment land uses'. Enhanced Parent Drop-off/Loading Area & Fire Lane The enhanced parent drop-off/loading area includes two (2) 10 -ft drive through lanes and a 20 -ft wide walkway/loading platform adjacent to the campus buildings. The parent drop off area is also a fire lane separated from the parking areas by a 4 -ft wide landscape strip. Bus Route and Loading Area Bus Route and Loading Area Improvements separate the parent drop off and loading area from the school bus drop off and loading area. As shown in Attachment "A-3" ("Site Plan — Bus Route and Loading Area"), the proposal includes a new 19 -ft gated private access drive on Aurora Lane. The loading area includes a 13 -ft walkway/loading platform. As shown on the site plan, approximately nine (9) buses can park in the loading area and will exit onto Comet Way when departing the school. ISSUES There are four (4) issues relative to this application as follows: Landscape Plan. The landscape plan depicts perimeter and interior landscape areas (Attachment "A-4"). The proposed parking area improvements are located between the structure and public right-of-way, requiring at least one tree for every four parking spaces, per CPMC 17.75.039(G)(2). The landscape plan depicts 25 trees in the reconfigured parking area where a total of 31 trees are required for the 122 parking spaces. Perimeter landscape improvements, including existing and installed trees, must comply with Table 17.75.03 in CPMC 17.75.039(G). The application specifies that existing mature vegetation is being used to count toward meeting the street frontage planting requirements between the new angled parking area and Scenic Avenue. The proposed sidewalk east of the angled parking area may result in mortality of the mature trees. In the event of tree mortality, the parking area will not comply with the landscape standards. Off -Street Parking requirements are calculated based on a minimum/maximum ration as provided in CPMC 17.64.040. The result is an absolute number of parking spaces that can be adjusted per Section 17.64.040(B). The Scenic Middle School parking plan provides for a parking reduction that is within the maximum 20% reduction allowed. 36 Comment: Staff recommends Condition of Approval No. 1(a) requiring the applicant to submit a revised landscape plan that depicts a minimum of 31 trees in the reconfigured parking lot area and depicts how the mature trees will be replaced in the event the trees do not survive through development of the site. Staff also recommends Condition of Approval No. 2(a) that requires the applicant to certify the health of the mature trees prior to Certificate of Occupancy and to replace the trees if they are not in good health. 2. Fire Lane & Aerial Apparatus. The site plan shows a 21 -ft wide fire lane that is closer to the structure than the prescribed 15 -foot separation required and may not provide adequate clear area to accommodate aerial apparatus per the Fire Code. Per Fire District #3 (Attachment "E") the fire lane must provide adequate clear area in order to deploy a ladder (e.g. aerial apparatus) for fire suppression/rescue efforts. Comment: To meet the Fire Code requirements per the FD3 comments it will be necessary to ensure the fire lane remains clear and unobstructed. Staff recommends a condition of approval requiring the applicant to install signage identifying the fire lane as an area of 'no parking' and prohibiting unattended vehicles. 3. Bus Route and Loading Zone. There are two issues associated with the proposed bus route as follows: a. Class "C" Variance. The proposed site plan for the Bus Route and Loading Area does not provide required landscape buffer widths or plants as required by CPMC 17.75.039(G)(1) for the Aurora Street Frontage or the adjacent residential development. Comment: Approval of the Phase 1 Bus Route and Loading Area is subject to approval of a Class "C" Variance and will be presented to the Planning Commission as a subsequent agenda item (File No. VAR -22001). b. Floodplain Development Permit. A portion of the proposed improvements is within the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) for Griffin Creek and requires a floodplain development permit. Comment: The proposed improvement in the SFHA includes replacing the existing gate and is minor in scope. However, all development in the SFHA requires a floodplain development permit. Staff recommends a condition of approval requiring the Applicant to obtain a permit for the construction activities in the SFHA prior to building permit issuance. 4. Stormwater Management. The Parking Lot Improvements require on site stormwater management facilities. Per the Public Works Department (Attachment "D"), the applicant will need to demonstrate compliance with the Rogue Valley Stormwater Quality Design Manual for water quality and quantity treatment. 37 Comment: Staff recommends a condition of approval requiring the Applicant to submit a Stormwater Management Plan to the Public Works for review and approval prior to building permit issuance. Findings of Fact & Conclusions of Law The Scenic Middle School Site Plan and Architectural Review has been evaluated against the applicable Site Plan and Architectural Review Criteria set forth in CPMC 17.72 and CPMC 17.75 and found to comply as conditioned and as evidenced in the Applicant's Findings of Fact (Attachments "B") and the Planning Department's Supplemental Findings (Attachment "C"). Conditions of Approval 1. Prior to building permit issuance for the Parking Lot Improvements, the applicant shall satisfy the following conditions of approval: a. Submit a revised landscape plan that depicts a minimum of 31 parking lot trees and additional trees and shrubs to replace the mature trees along the existing access in the event the existing trees do not survive through development. b. Demonstrate compliance with the following conditions listed in the Public Works Department Staff Report (Attachment "D"): Submit a stormwater management plan for the expanded parking lot demonstrating compliance with the MS4 Phase II stormwater quality standards. Submit Civil Improvement Drawings demonstrating the protection of public infrastructure. iii. Pay all System Development Charges and permit fees. Demonstrate compliance with the Fire District #3 Staff Report dated April 25, 2022 (Attachment "E"), including but not limited to installation of "No Parking — Fire Lane" signs on both sides of the parent drop off and loading zone on the north entrance of the school builidng. Signs must comply with the Oregon Fire Code. 2. Prior to building permit issuance for the Bus Route and Loading Area improvements, the applicant shall satisfy the following conditions of approval: a. Receive approval a Class "C" Variance granting relief from the parking lot and loading area landscape standards per CPMC 17.75.039(G)(1) and Table 17.75.03; b. Submit landscape plans demonstrating compliance with the parking lot and loading area landscape standards per CPMC 17.75.039(G)(1) and Table 17.75.03; c. Obtain a Floodplain Development Permit for improvements within the SFHA. d. Demonstrate compliance with the following conditions listed in the Public Works Department Staff Report (Attachment "D"): i. Submit Civil Improvement Drawings demonstrating protection of public infrastructure and a plan for moving the existing fire hydrant and blow -off assembly. ii. Pay all System Development Charges and permit fees. 3. Prior to Public Works Final Inspection, the applicant shall demonstrate compliance with the following: a. An aborist shall certify the health of the mature trees in the northwest portion of the project site. If the trees are not deemed healthy enough to survive, the applicant shall submit a landscape plan for review and approval that depicts replacement vegetation. Once the landscape plan is approved, the applicant shall install the vegetation. b. Complete stormwater management improvements per the Stormwater Management Plan approved by the Public Works Department. The Engineer -of - Record shall certify that the construction of the drainage system was constructed per the approved plans. c. Complete civil improvements per the Civil Improvement Drawings approved by the Public Works Department. d. Record an operations and maintenance agreement for all new stormwater quality features. Attachments Attachment "A-1" — Site Plan — Parking Lot Improvements Attachment "A-2" — Phase Development Plan Attachment "A-3" — Site Plan — Bus Route and Loading Area Attachment "A-4" — Landscape Plan Attachment "B" — Applicant's Findings Attachment "C" — Planning Department Supplemental Findings Attachment "D" — Public Works Department Staff Report, dated 04/25/2022 Attachment "E" — Fire District No. 3 Staff Report, dated 04/25/2022 39 Attachment T" — Rogue Valley Sewer Services Staff Report, dated 04/25/2022 Attachment "G" — Resolution No. 895 Action Open a public hearing and consider the proposed Site Plan & Architectural Review application and 1) approve; 2) approve with revisions; or 3) deny the application. Recommendation Approve Resolution No. 895, a Resolution recommending approval of the Site Plan & Architectural Review application for the Scenic Middle School development plan. 40 M< l 211= zul ryy oul cc app IL t < z Attachment "A-1 bg ......... 11 - -- 9 T u ITI T] I,Tl - 0.- LOP Ak Ull Hfl�.Y � . � ^ u . . �-�.. � -- _ �_-moi 41 < z Attachment "A-1 bg ......... 11 - -- 9 T u ITI T] I,Tl - 0.- LOP Ak Ull Hfl�.Y � . � ^ u . . �-�.. � -- _ �_-moi 41 ra =-. i max' li — I i- 0 i Y• 42 Attachment "A-2" p LU, CA ? -I 1 i li — I i- 0 i Y• 42 Attachment "A-2" p LU, CA Attachment "A-3" t 2 O�uo � �-i 0 lao�u 0 - - ---------------- - =: ; J= I 43 01 M Attachment "A.4" lag 07 u�aQd Cv-> -281 L(ral' )'11- 1oo 11 i i { Jill IP i I 44 EXHIBIT "A" SUPPLEMENTAL FINDINGS SITE PLAN REVIEW 37-2W-03AB TAX LOT 4300 A. Proposal. Attachment "B" Jackson County School District No. 6 ("Applicant"), is the owner of certain real property, located in Central Point, Oregon, and commonly known as Township 37 South, Range 2 West, Section 03AB, Tax Lot 4300 ("the subject property"). The subject property has been developed with Scenic Middle School since at least 1966, prior to any zoning laws or regulation. Consequently, modifications and upgrades to certain portions of the existing facility are necessary. B. Schedule of Exhibits. The following Exhibits have been submitted in support of this Application, which by this reference are incorporated herein and deemed a part of the Application: EXHIBIT "A": EXHIBIT "B": EXHIBIT "C": EXHIBIT "D": EXHIBIT "E": EXHIBIT "F": EXHIBIT "G": EXHIBIT "H": EXHIBIT "I": EXHIBIT "J": EXHIBIT "K": C. Background. Supplemental Findings Site Plan / Landscape Plan / Irrigation Plan Assessor's Map Zoning Map SFHA/Stream/Wetland Map Aerial Photograph Site Photographs Building Inventory with square footages School Bus schematics Bicycle Parking Needs Analysis Letter Agent Authorization The subject property is approximately 13.58 acres in size, is zoned "Civic" and is developed with Scenic Middle School, a pre-existing educational facility comprised of several "stick built" structures attached via covered walkways and four (4) modular buildings, housing two (2) classrooms each. Griffin Creek flows westerly of the subject property and although none of Griffin Creek is within the bounds of the subject property, there is associated mapped floodplain ("AE" zone) which extends across the southwestern corner of the subject property across the western and southern portions of the existing dirt running track and interior lawn of the same. There is existing 5' cyclone (chain-link) fencing, free of privacy slats and potential debris obstruction, in the case of a flood event. A portion of the existing fencing will be replaced by a "rolling gate" panel and the portion of the bus loop which traverses this portion of the property will be paved, requiring a Type 1 floodplain development permit pursuant to CPMC Section 8.24.090. Applicant will file the requisite and obtain the necessary approval prior to any development within the floodplain. A separate "Type C" variance application for a bus loop proposed for location along the southern boundary of the subject property has been submitted for concurrent review. The variance requested Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Pagel of 23 45 is for adjustment to the required buffer landscaping along the southern boundary of the subject property due to the lack of space between pre-existing buildings and the property boundary which precludes accommodation of both. The landscape buffer(s) required are 10' where adjacent to Aurora Lane and 20' where adjacent to the residentially zoned properties located at either end of the proposed bus loop. Tax Lot 5003 (37-2W-03AB) to the east where the busses will enter the loop on school property and Tax Lot 124 (37-2W-03AC) located to the west and south of the proposed ramp, which will exit the school grounds via Comet Avenue. The Variance application also addresses existing vegetation on the northwestern portion of the property with frontage on Scenic Avenue. The subject property is not located within a transit -oriented development district (TOD). D. Applicable Standards and Criteria. The standards applicable to this Application are set forth in Central Point Municipal Code ("CPMC") Sections 8.24, 17.13, 17.29, 17.64 17.72 and 17.75, which are set forth as follows: 1. CPMC 8.24 Flood Damage Prevention 8.24.090: Requirement for a floodplain development permit „ A. A floodplain development permit shall be required prior to initiating development activities in any special flood hazard areas as established in Section 8.24.070. The permit shall be for all improvements or structures (including manufactured homes and fences, as set forth in Sections 8.24.050, 8.24.250 and 8.24.260), and for all development including fill and other activities, also set forth in Section 8.24.260. Floodplain development permits shall be subject to the review procedures based on the type of development activity proposed, as set forth below: 1. Section 17.05.200, Type I procedure (administrative), applies to the following floodplain development projects: a. Site improvements and construction, including but not limited to new construction, additions, remodels, repairs and renovations located outside a regulatory floodway; [CPMC 8.24.090] ApklicanVs Findings ' : The Applicant proposes to modify the existing fencing as it abuts Comet Avenue to replace singing panels for opening and closure, with a sliding gate panel as well as paving of the proposed bus loop. The proposed improvements are not located within the floodway, therefore, a Type 1 floodplain development permit will be required. Applicant agrees to obtain such permit prior to commencement of any grading and paving or replacement of the gate panel. 2. CPMC 1713 Exceptions to Code Standards. The applicable provisions of CPMC 17.13 are set forth as follows: 17.13.200: Variances-Anplicahift Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 2 of 23 W A. Exceptions and Modifications Versus Variances. A code standard or approval criterion ("code section") may he modified without approval of a variance if the applicable code section expressly allows exceptions or modifications. If the code section does not expressly provide for exceptions or modifications, then a variance is required to modify that code section and the provisions of this chapter apply. [CPMC 17.13.200(A)] Applicant's Findings: A request for variance to the street frontage landscaping requirements, as applied along the southern and northwestern boundaries of the subject property, has been concurrently submitted for review. CPMC Code Section 17.75.039 "Off-street parking design and development standards" subsection "G" and specifically; Table 17.75.03 "PARKING/LOADING FACILITY PERIMETER AND STREET FRONTAGE LANDSCAPING STANDARDS" does not expressly provide for exceptions or modifications. Therefore, the variance procedure is required. B. Combining Variances with Other Approvals; Permit Approvals by Other Agencies. Variance requests may be combined with and reviewed concurrently by the city approval body with other land use and development applications (e.g., development review, site design review, subdivision, conditional use, etc.); however, some variances may be subject to approval by other permitting agencies, such as ODOT in the case of state highway access. [CPMC 17.13.200(B)] Applicant's Findings: As identified within findings found above, addressing CPMC 17.13.200(A), a request for variance to the street frontage landscaping requirements as applied along the southern and northwestern boundaries of the subject property, has been submitted for concurrent review, in tandem with this site plan review application for parking lot reconfiguration and modification. C. Types of Variances. As provided in Sections 17.13.300, 17.13.400 and 17.13.500, there are three types of variances (Class A, B, or Q. The type of variance required depends on the extent of the variance request and the discretion involved in the decision-making process. (Ord. 1874 §5(part), 2006). [CPMC 17.13.200(C)] Applicant's Findings: The proposal exceeds the thresholds of CPMC Section 17.13.300 and there is no applicable option found within Section 17.13.400 to address the need for the variance. Consequently, CPMC Section 17.13.500 is applicable and a separate Type III application for a Class "C" Variance has been submitted for concurrent review with this application. 3. CPMC 17.29 Civic District. The applicable provisions of CPMC 17.29 are set forth as follows: 17.29.040: Civic Use Types E. Schools. Public and private kindergarten, primary, elementary, middle, junior high, or high schools that provide state mandated basic education and colleges and trade schools. Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 3 of 23 47 [CPMC 17.29.040(E)] Applicant's Findings: The subject property is located within the Civic zoning district. The primary use of the subject property is a public school (Scenic Middle School). The proposed is for modifications to the existing parking facility. Consequently, the pre-existing "school use" and the proposed modification thereof, is a permitted ("P") use within the Civic district pursuant to CPMC table 17.29.050. 4. CPMC 17.64 Off -Street Parking and Loading. The applicable provisions of CPMC 17.64 are set forth as follows: 17.64.020 Analicabilitp In all districts, in connection with any use whatsoever, there shall be provided at the time any building or structure is erected, enlarged or increased in capacity, or the use is changed or increased in intensity, off-street parking spaces for automobiles, off-street loading, and bicycle parking facilities for the enlarged or increased portion in the case of an addition or for the building, structure or use in other cases, in accordance with the requirements herein. All parking shall be developed and maintained to the standards set forth in Section 17.75.039, Off-street parking design and development standards. [CPMC 17.64.020] Applicant's Findings: The Applicant proposes a two-phase approach to upgraded development of the school grounds. The current proposal ("Phase 1") does not incorporate the modification of any existing structures nor the addition of any new structures however, a subsequent site plan review ("Phase 2") for the relocation of the existing modulars and addition of a new modular building which will contain six (6) new classrooms will be submitted. The current Phase 1 proposal to upgrade the parking lot incorporates those six (6) classrooms in the "count" (3 seats / classroom) necessary for calculation of adequate parking spaces to serve the continued middle school use pursuant to CPMC Table 17.64.02 B. The dual phase approach for site design and architectural review of the proposed upgrades to the school facility is requested due to construction timelines. The interior layout of the 6 classrooms and location where the new building will be placed and existing modulars moved to, is in the penultimate phase. the Applicant wishes to begin construction of the revised parking lot as soon as possible and reasonably, the bus ramp should be constructed and paved concurrently. The Applicant understands that submission of the subsequent site plan review for the new structural addition, accounting for the six (6) additional classrooms and relocation of the existing modulars and approval of the necessary floodplain development permit for the bus loop and rolling gate may become a condition of this approval, prior to issuance of permits for paving of the new parking area and bus loop. 17.64.030: Off-street loarli►r� A. In all districts for each use for which a building is to be erected or structurally altered to the extent of increasing the floor area to equal the minimum floor area required to provide loading space and which will require the receipt or distribution of materials or merchandise by truck or similar vehicle, there shall be provided off-street loading Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 4 of 23 W• space in accordance with the standards set forth in Table 17.64.01, Off -Street Loading Requirements. [CPMC 17.64.030(A)] Table 17.64.01: D aYreet Legiding Re uire►►re►rts ON -Street Loading Derth Requirement (Fractions rounded Use Categories up to the closest whole number) OFFICES„jF OJFL�6tEjQTtjF9 7 AfS Sq. Ft. of Floor Area No. of Loading Berths Required 0-50,000 0 501001-•200,000 1 Over 200.000 2 plus I for each 100,000 sq, ft. Aolicantrs Findin rs: Exhibit "H" identifies current structures existing onsite. The exhibit was prepared using historic Jackson County Assessment field sketches, architectural renderings more recently prepared which incorporate the four (4) existing modular structures and a sheet which accounts for the largest option being considered for the new modular building which will house the six (6) new classrooms that will be reviewed in Phase 2 of the site plan review process. The table below identifies total square footages of both existing and proposed structures: Building 1. Cafeteria/Band Square Footage 11,945 Building Square Footage B. Building "D" 81555 2. Llbrary 4,845 9. Building "E" 6,490 3. Office 4,750 10. Modular "1" 1,334 4. Gym/Locker Room 29,000 11. Modular"2" 1,715 S. Bullding "A" 8,024 12. Modular '71 1,715 6. Building "B" 5,723 13. Modular "4" 1,715 7. Bullding IV 6,490 14. New Modular 8,540 TOTAL 100.841 Pursuant to CPMC Table 17.64.01, one (1) off-street loading space is required. The existing off- street loading space is located west of the cafeteria building. B. A loading berth shall not be less than ten feet wide, thirty-five feet long and have a height clearance of twelve feet. Where the vehicles generally used for loading and unloading exceed these dimensions, the required length of these berths shall be increased. [CPMC 17.64.030(B)] APRlicantIs Findings: As existing, the off-street loading space located west of the cafeteria building, meets the requirements of this section (See Exhibit "B", attached hereto). This standard is met, C. If loading space has been provided in connection with an existing use or is added to an existing use, the loading space shall not be eliminated if elimination would result in less space than is required to adequately meet the needs of the use. [CPMC 17.64.030(C)] Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 5 of 23 49 Applicant's. Findings: The school and the required off-street loading space (west of the existing cafeteria) already exist and will continue to exist, in conformance with requirements of "subsection B" above (See Exhibit "B"). D. Off-street parking areas used to fulfill the requirements of this title shall not be counted as required loading spaces and shall not be used for loading and unloading operations, except during periods of the day when not required to meet parking needs. [CPMC 17.64.030(D)] Applicant's Findings: The proposed updated parking area, north of the school buildings, will only be utilized for vehicular parking and will not be used for loading or unloading of goods. The one (1) required off-street parking space is not located in the proposed new parking area, it is already located west of the cafeteria (See Exhibit "B"). The standard of this section is met. E. In no case shall any portion of a street or alley be counted as a part of the required parking or loading space, and such spaces shall be designed and located as to avoid undue interference with the public use of streets or alleys. [CPMC 17.64.030(E)] Applicant's Findin s: No portion of a street or alley was counted as a part of the required parking or loading space. This standard is met. CPMC 17.64.040: Q -street parkim requirements. All uses shall comply with the number of off-street parking requirements identified in Table 17.64.02A, Residential Off -Street Parking Requirements, and Table 17.64.02B, Non -Residential Off -Street Parking Requirements. For residential uses, the off-street parking requirements are stated in terms of the minimum off-street parking required. For non-residential uses, the off-street parking requirements are presented in terms of both minimum and maximum off-street parking required. The number of off-street parking spaces in Table 17.64.02B, Non -Residential Off -Street Parking, may be reduced in accordance with subsection B of this section, Adjustments to Non -Residential Off - Street Vehicle Parking. The requirement for any use not specifically listed shall be determined by the community development director on the basis of requirements for similar uses, and on the basis of evidence of actual demand created by similar uses in the city and elsewhere, and such other traffic engineering or planning data as may be available and appropriate to the establishment of a minimum requirement. [CPMC 17.64.040)] CPMC Table 17.64.02 B: Non-residential Off Street Parking Requirements Minimum and Maximum Vehicle Parking Requirement Use Categories Oractia ns rounded down to the closest whole number) SCHOOLS Elon;ontanj andjunior Hlgh schools 3 spaces per classroom, or 1 space per b seats In the main (public and private/parochial) audito.rlum, gymnasium, or other place available for public assembly, whichever Is greater, Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 6 of 23 50 A. Calculation of Required Off -Street Parking. Off-street parking facility requirements set forth in Table 17.64.02A, Residential Off - Street Parking Requirements, and 'fable 17.64.020 13, Non -Residential Off -Street Parking Requirements, shall be applied as follows: 1. Where the application of the schedule results in a fractional requirement it shall be rounded down to the lowest whole number. 2. For purposes of this chapter, gross floor area shall not include enclosed or covered areas used for off-street parking or loading, or bicycle facilities. 3. Where uses or activities subject to differing requirements are located in the same structure or on the same site, or are intended to be served by a common facility, the total parking requirement shall be the sum of the requirements for each use or activity computed separately, except as adjusted through the site plan and architectural review process under the provisions of subsection (B) of this section. The community development director, when issuing a permit(s) for multiple uses on a site, may restrict the hours of operation or place other conditions on the multiple uses so that parking needs do not overlap and may then modify the total parking requirement to be based on the most intense combination of uses at any one time. 4. Where requirements are established on the basis of seats or person capacity, the building regulations provisions applicable at the time of determination shall be used to define capacity. 5. Where residential use is conducted together with or accessory to other permitted uses, applicable residential requirements shall apply in addition to other non- residential requirements. 6. The parking requirements outlined in Table 17.64.02A, Residential Off -Street Parking Standards, and Table 17.64.02B, Non -Residential Off -Street Parking Requirements, include parking for handicapped persons shall be provided pursuant to the requirements of subsection C of this section, Accessible Parking Requirements. [CPMC 17.64.040(A)] Applicant's Findin s: The school use is non-residential in nature and the "seat count" is the only mechanism Table 17.64.02(B) for calculating required parking spaces for Elementary and Junior High Schools, there is no calculation by square footage option available. There are currently 37 classrooms on-site, including those located in the four (4) existing modular structures. The new modular building which will be proposed in the Phase 2 site plan review will add another six (6) classrooms for a total of 43 classrooms and therefore, requiring 129 parking spaces on-site (43 x 3 = 129). Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 7 of 23 51 B. Adjustments to Non -Residential Off -Street Vehicle Parking. The off-street parking requirements in Table 17.64.02B, Non-Rcsidcntial Off-Strcct Parking Requirements, may be reduced, or increased in any commercial (C) or industrial (M) district as follows: 1. Reductions. The maximum off-street parking requirements may be reduced by no more than twenty percent. [CPMC 17.64.040(B)] ApplicanCs Findings: The Applicant requests a reduction of approximately 5.5% in required parking spaces for a proposed total of 122 parking spaces. The request does not exceed the 20% reduction threshold therefore, this standard is met. C. Accessible Parking Requirements. Where parking is provided accessory to a building, accessible parking shall be provided, constructed, striped, signed and maintained as required by ORS 447.233. and Section 1106 of the latest Oregon Structural Specialty Code as set forth in this section. 1. The minimum number of accessible parking spaces shall be provided for all uses in accordance with the standards in Oregon Structural Specialty Code, Minimum Number of Accessible Parking Spaces. Accessible parking spaces shall be counted toward meeting off-street parking requirements in Tables 17.64.02A and 17.64.02B, Residential and Non -Residential Off -Street Parking Requirements. The accessible parking requirements are minimum requirements and are not subject to reductions per subsection (13)(1) of this section. [CPMC 17.64.040(C)] Applicant's Findings: As identified on the submitted site plan (See Exhibit "B") necessary and required accessible parking will be provided, constructed, striped, signed and maintained as required by ORS 447.2335 and Section 1106 of the latest Oregon Structural Specialty Code. The 2019 Oregon Structural Specialty Code (OSSC) Table 1106.1 Accessible Parking Spaces requires a minimum of 5 accessible spaces pursuant to the request for reduction and allowance of 122 total parking spaces: As evidenced on the submitted site plan, five (5) accessible spaces (included in the total count of proposed 122 spaces) have been provided adjacent to the northern entry points of the existing school facility and a sixth (6) space has been provided in the smaller parking area in the northwest corner of the property, adjacent to the baseball field and the ingress/egress point from Scenic Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 8 of 23 52 TOTAL PARKING SPACES PROVIDED IN PARKING FAC ILITIE S REQUIRED MINIMUM NUMBER OF ACCESSIBLE SPACES 1 to 25 1 26050 2 s1 W73 3 70 to 170 a 101 to Lib 122 spaces proposed 151 to 200 0 As evidenced on the submitted site plan, five (5) accessible spaces (included in the total count of proposed 122 spaces) have been provided adjacent to the northern entry points of the existing school facility and a sixth (6) space has been provided in the smaller parking area in the northwest corner of the property, adjacent to the baseball field and the ingress/egress point from Scenic Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 8 of 23 52 Avenue. The standard of this section is exceeded. D. Shared Parking. Required parking facilities for two or more uses, structures, or parcels of land in any commercial (C) or industrial M district may be satisfied by the same parking facilities used jointly, to the extent that the owners or operators show that the need for parking facilities does not materially overlap (e.g., uses primarily of a daytime versus nighttime nature; weekday uses versus weekend uses); and provided, that prior to the issuance of any building permit for the property that the right of joint use is evidenced by a recorded deed, lease, contract, or similar written instrument establishing the joint use. The city may approve owner requests for shared parking through the site plan and architectural review process. [CPMC 17.64.040(D)] Applicanfs Findings: The proposed development is occurring on the grounds of a secure facility and there will be no shared parking. The standards of this section are not applicable. E. Off -Site Parking. Except for single-family dwellings, the vehicle parking spaces required by this chapter may be located on another parcel of land, provided the parcel is within three hundred feet of the use it serves and the city has approved the off-site parking through the site plan and architectural review process. The distance from the parking area to the use shall be measured from the nearest parking space to a building entrance, following a sidewalk or other pedestrian route. The right to use the off-site parking must be evidenced by a recorded deed, lease, easement, or similar written instrument in the same manner as set forth in subsection (A)(3) of this section. [CPMC 17.64.040(E)] Applicant's Findings: All 122 proposed parking spaces are located on the subject property. The standards of this section are not applicable. F. Mixed Uses. If more than one type of land use occupies a single structure or parcel of land, the total requirements for off-street automobile parking shall be the sum of the requirements for all uses, unless it can be shown that the peak parking demands are actually less (see subsection D of this section, Shared Parking). [CPMC 17.64.040(F)] Applicant's Findings: The proposed development is occurring on the grounds of a secure school facility no additional uses are proposed. The standards of this section are not applicable. G. Compact Car Adjustment. 1. Any parking lot or otherwise required public parking area containing ten or more parking spaces shall be eligible for a compact car adjustment, provided all requirements of this chapter are adequately met. 2. Up to, but not exceeding, twenty-five percent of the total number of required parking spaces may be designed and provided for the parking of compact cars. Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 9 of 23 53 3. All compact parking spaces must be identified for compact parking only. Compact parking spaces shall be designed in accordance with the minimum standards set forth in Section 17.75.039(B), Parking Stall Minimum Dimensions. [CPMC 17.64.040(G)] A licant's Findi : No adjustments to the size of required parking spaces are proposed for compact vehicles. One hundred sixteen (116) spaces will be standard size parking spaces and six (6) will be Accessible space compliant, as subsequently identified and addressed within findings addressing CPMC Section 17.75 below. H. Change of Use. Prior to the change of use of a building or structure the applicant shall demonstrate that adequate parking spaces are available to accommodate the new use(s) as required in this chapter. [CPMC 17.64.040(H)] ApnlicanCs Findings: There is no proposed change from the current school use of the property. The current proposal is strictly regarding access, circulation and parking to serve the existing school facility. This Phase 1 site plan review application accounts for the six (6) classrooms which will be located in the new structure to be proposed within the Phase 2 site plan review application. The proposal is presented in two (2) phases of development due to the need to begin construction of the parking lot and bus loop in advance of the review and approval for the building addition that will be addressed within the Phase 2 site plan and architectural review. I. Bicycle Parking. Bicycle parking shall be provided in accordance with Table 17.64.04, Bicycle Parking Requirements. [CPMC 17.64.040(I)] Table 17.64.04: Bicycle Parkh! . Requirements Land Use Minimum Required I�Au,<Jonal Schools, JunlorH;&Middle5chool Sspacesperclassroom Applicant's Findings: Upon completion of the Phase 2 site plan review and construction addition of the new modular structure, there will be a total of 43 classrooms. Pursuant to CPMC Table 76.64.04, 180 bicycle parking spaces will be required. Currently, there are 75 bicycle parking spaces available for use by students and staff. This required number of spaces (180) far exceeds the number of bicycles the district observes students utilizing. A bicycle parking needs analysis is further addressed below when addressing CPMC Section 17.75.039 (H)(3)(b) and is attached hereto as Exhibit "J". 5. CPMC 17.72 Site Plan and Architectural Review. The applicable provisions of CPMC 17.72 are set forth as follows: VIA Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 10 of 23 54 17.72.020: Applicability B. Major Projects. The following are "major projects" for the purposes of the site plan and architectural review process and are subject to Type 2 procedural requirements as set forth in Chapter 17.05, Applications and Types of Review Procedures: 1. New construction, including private and public projects, that: a. Includes a new building or building addition of five thousand square feet or more; b. Includes the construction of a parking lot of ten or more parking spaces; or c. Requires one or more variances or conditional use permits and, in the judgement of the director, will have a significant effect upon the aesthetic character of the city of the surrounding area. [CPMC 17.72.020(B)] Applicant's Findino: Although a parking lot containing 77 (more than 10) spaces already exists, the current proposal adds 45 more parking spaces. As well, a subsequent variance request for deviation from the street frontage landscaping buffer requirements for the bus loop at the southern end of the parcel and the street frontage on Scenic Avenue in the northwestern corner of the subject property has been submitted for concurrent review. Thus, subsections (b) and (c) of this section are applicable and the proposal constitutes a "Major Project". Therefore, the Type 2 procedure pursued through submission of this application is appropriate. 17.72.040: Site Plan and Architectural Standards The applicable provisions of CPMC 17.72.040 are set forth as follows: A. Applicable site plan, landscaping, and architectural design standards as set forth in Chapter 17.75, Design and Development Standards; [CPMC 17.72.040(A)] Ap12licant's Findings: A site plans and landscaping plans have been submitted as part of Exhibit "B". No structural improvements are proposed within this Phase 1 site plan review application. B. City of Central Point Department of Public Works Department Standard Specifications and Uniform Standard Details for Public Works Construction; [CPMC 17.72.040(B)] Applicant's Findings: The proposal shall meet the City of Central Point Department of Public Works Department Standard Specifications and Uniform Standard Details for Public Works Construction. C. Accessibility and sufficiency of firefighting facilities to such a standard as to provide for the reasonable safety of life, limb, and property, including, but not limited to, Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 11 of 23 55 suitable gates, access roads and fire lanes so that all buildings on the premises are accessible to fire apparatus. [CPMC 17.72.040(C)] Applicant's Findings: No change to existing access is proposed, nor are any new gates. The existing portion of the southern boundary cyclone fence as abutting Comet Avenue will be replaced with rolling gate. Jackson County Fire District No. 3 ("JCFD#3") will be provided the same access it currently has in this location with the existing "swinging" fence panel. Coincidentally, Jackson County Fire District No. 3 has constructed a new (2019) fire station on adjacent Tax Lot 4600 (37-2W-03AB) and has direct access to the school grounds via Rock Way which terminates into the northern boundary of the subject property. Further, the southern boundary of Tax Lot 4600 abuts the subject property and in the event of an emergency, vehicular access over the curb delineating the northern loading area (northern portion of the parking lot on the subject property) would not be an impediment for emergency vehicle access if absolutely necessary. Gates which the fire district already has access through, along the southern fence line, also provide direct access to the southern portion of the school property (See aerial imagery at Exhibit "F" and photographs of District 43 signage posted on southern fence at Exhibit "G"). 17.72.050: Conditions on site plan and architectural retve:_v a M1,f1l The approving authority may attach to any site plan and architectural review approval given under this chapter specific conditions, or restrictions, deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety or welfare including, but not limited to, the following: A. Construction and installation of any on-site or off-site improvements, including but not limited to sidewalks, curbs, gutters, streets, bikeways, street signs and streetlights, traffic control signs and signals, water, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, and park and recreation improvements. In requiring off-site improvements, the city shall find that the improvements are reasonably related to the development and would serve a public purpose such as mitigating the negative impact of the proposed development. All improvements required under this subsection shall be made at the expense of the applicant and shall conform to the provisions of the City of Central Point Department of Public Works Department Standard Specifications and Uniform Details for Public Works Construction. However, the city, in its discretion, may modify such standards and determine site-specific design, engineering and construction specifications when appropriate in the particular development; [CPMC 17.72.050(A)] Applicant's Findings: Applicant understands and accepts the financial responsibility for the expense of completion of improvements required under this section. Any proposed improvements will conform to the provisions of the City of Central Point Department of Public Works Department Standard Specifications and Uniform Details for Public Works Construction. Applicant further understands that the city may modify such standards as site-specific and agrees to compliance with said modifications to the standards, provided such measures are reasonable. B. An agreement by the owner of the property to waive, on his or her behalf, and on behalf of all future owners of the land, any objection to the formation of a local improvement district which may be formed in the future to provide any of the Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 12 of 23 56 improvements specified in subsection A of this section; [CPMC 17.72.050(B)] Applicant's Findings: Applicant understands and agrees to the requirements of this section. C. An agreement by the owner of the property to enter into a written deferred improvement agreement providing that one or more of the improvements specified in subsection A of this section shall be made by the owner at some future time to be determined by the city; [CPMC 17.72.050(C)] App I icant's F indin s: Applicant understands and agrees to the requirements of this section. D. Any agreement entered into pursuant to subsections B or C of this section shall be recorded in the county recorder's office and shall be intended to thereafter run with the land, so as to bind future owners of the lands affected to the conditions of the agreement. Any and all recording costs shall be the responsibility of the applicant; and [CPMC 17.72.050(D)] Applicant's bindings: Applicant understands and agrees to the requirements of this section. E. Any other conditions deemed by the city to be reasonable and necessary in the interests of the public health, safety or welfare. [CPMC 17.72.050(E)] Applicant's bindings: Applicant understands that the city may impose additional conditions deemed reasonable and necessary in the interest of the public health, safety or welfare. Applicant agrees to compliance with said potential additional measures, provided such measures are reasonable. 6. CPMC 17.75 Design and Development Standards. The applicable provisions of CPMC 17.75 are set forth as follows: 17.75.020: Applicability The regulations set forth in this chapter apply to all development within the city of Central Point. [CPMC 17.75.0201 Applicant's findings: The subject property is within the city limits of the City of Central Point therefore, this section is applicable. 17.75.031 General connectivity, circulation and access standards The purpose of this section is to assure that the connectivity and transportation policies of the city's Transportation System Plan are implemented. In achieving the objective of maintaining and enhancing the city's small- town environment it is the city's goal to base its development pattern on a general circulation grid using a walkable block system. Blocks may be comprised of public/private street right-of-way, or accessways. A. Streets and Utilities. The public street and utility standards set forth in the City of Central Point Department of Public Works Standard Specifications and Uniform Standard Details Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 13 of 23 57 for Public Works Construction shall apply to all development within the city. [CPMC 17.75.03 1 (A)] Applicant's Findings: Applicant acknowledges this provision. B. Block Standards. [CPMC 17.75.031(13)] Applicant's Findings: CPMC Section 17.08.0 10 "Definitions, specific" provides that: "Block" means an area completely bounded by streets, or a combination of streets, major rights-of-way, waterways, city boundary or other major physical features. " The subject property does not meet the definition above of a "block". The subject property is bounded along a portion of the southern boundary by a street, Aurora Lane, the city of Central Point boundary (city limits) to the west and has approximately 330.80' of street frontage to the north along Scenic Avenue and approximately 35' of frontage (also to the north) where Rock Way dead ends into the school property. The rest of the property to the north and east are surrounded by other parcels. Therefore, the standards of this section are not applicable. C. Driveway and Property Access Standards. Vehicular access to properties shall be located and constructed in accordance with the standards set forth in the City of Central Point Department of Public Works Standard Specifications and Uniform Standard Details for Public Works Construction, Section 320.10.30, Driveway and Property Access. [CPMC 17.75.031(C)] Applicant's Findings: The two access points located along the northwestern and central -northern property boundary as well as the proposed bus loop on the southern end of the subject property will conform to the provisions of the City of Central Point Department of Public Works Department Standard Specifications and Uniform Details for Public Works Construction, Section 320.10.30, Driveway and Property Access. D. Pedestrian Circulation. Attractive access routes for pedestrian travel shall be provided through the public sidewalk system, and where necessary supplemented through the use of pedestrian accessways as required to accomplish the following: 1. Reducing distances between destinations or activity areas such as public sidewalks and building entrances; 2. Bridging across barriers and obstacles such as fragmented pathway systems, wide streets, heavy vehicular traffic, and changes in level by connecting pedestrian pathways with clearly marked crossings and inviting sidewalk design; 3. Integrating signage and lighting system which offers interest and safety for pedestrians; Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 14 of 23 4. Connecting parking areas and destinations with retail streets or pedestrian accessways identified through use of distinctive paving materials, pavement striping, grade separation, or landscaping. [CPMC 17.75.031(D)] ARplicant's Findings: The proposal is for upgrades to an existing parking lot and for creation of a bus loop, serving an existing school. There is no use of the public sidewalk system due to the school being a secure site. As evidenced on the submitted site plan (See Exhibit "B") and within the photographs of the existing pedestrian access points at the southern boundary of the school (See Exhibit "G") well identified pedestrian access points and pathways are present and proposed. Once on school grounds, there are multiple covered walkways that provide safe pedestrian circulation throughout school grounds, most of which are in locations where vehicles will never be, due to the clustering of existing structures. E. Accessways, Pedestrian. Pedestrian accessways may be used to meet the block requirements of subsection B of this section. When used pedestrian accessways shall be developed as illustrated in Figure 17.75.01. All landscaped areas next to pedestrian accessways shall be maintained, or plant materials chosen, to maintain a clear sight zone between three and eight feet from the ground level. [CPMC 17.75.03 1 (E)] Applicant's Findings,: As identified above, the subject property is not a "block" as defined by CPMC Section 17.08.010 and is a secure facility that is not open to the general public for the purposes of pedestrian traffic to move to and from adjacent sites. Therefore, this section is not applicable. F. Retail Street. Retail streets may be used to meet the block requirements of subsection B of this section. When used retail streets shall be developed as illustrated in Figure 17.75.02. [CPMC 17.75.031(F)] A licant's Findings: No new streets are proposed, and the development is not for retail use it is a parking lot for an existing educational facility. Further, as identified above, the subject property is not a "block" as defined by CPMC Section 17.08.010. Therefore, this section is not applicable. 17.75.039: Q street parking desi n and development standartly All off-street vehicular parking spaces shall be improved to the following standards: A. Connectivity. Parking lots for new development shall be designed to provide vehicular and pedestrian connections to adjacent sites unless as a result of any of the following such connections are not possible: 1. Topographic constraints; 2. Existing development patterns on abutting property which preclude a logical connection; 3. Traffic safety concerns; or Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 15 of 23 59 4. Protection of significant natural resources. [CPMC 17.75.039(A)] Applicant's_ Findings: The proposed parking facility will provide access to Scenic Avenue at the northwest corner of the subject property, access to newly developed Rock Way in the central portion of the northern property boundary for general traffic, and ingress from Aurora Lane and egress onto Comet Way (for school busses only). None of this "connectivity" is for general public use as the middle school is maintained as a secure facility, precluding any interconnectivity to surrounding properties for both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. B. Parking Stall Minimum Dimensions. Standard parking spaces shall conform to the following standards and the dimensions in Figure 17.75.03 and Table 17.75.02; provided, that compact parking spaces permitted in accordance with Section 17.64.040(G) shall have the following minimum dimensions: 1. Width --Shall be as provided in column B in Table 17.75.02; 2. Length --Shall reduce column C in Table 17.75.02 by no more than three feet. [CPMC 17.75.039(B)] A licant's Findings: No reduction in parking space sizes for compact vehicles are proposed. All parking spaces are 90° (perpendicular) spaces and the "row #3 option" within that sub -group of table 17.75.02, was utilized to prepare the parking stall dimensions identified on the submitted site plan (See Exhibit "B"). Those dimensions are identified and addressed within subsection E(1) below. C. Access. There shall be adequate provision for ingress and egress to all parking spaces. [CPMC 17.75.039(C)] Applicant's Findings: Ingress and egress to the existing parking area, proposed for upgrade within this application, is provided by Scenic Avenue at the northwestern corner of the subject property as well as from newly constructed Rock Way, located in the central portion of the northern property boundary. D. Driveways. Driveway width shall be measured at the driveway's narrowest point, including the curb cut. The design and construction of driveways shall be as set forth in the Standard Specifications and Public Works Department Standards and Specifications. [CPMC 17.75.039(D)] Amlicant's Findings: As evidenced on the submitted site plan (See Exhibit `B"), driveway widths have been measured at the driveway's narrowest point, including the curb cut. The driveways have been designed and will be constructed as set forth in the Standard Specifications and Public Works Department Standards and Specifications. N Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 16 of 23 E. Improvement of Parking Spaces. 1. When a concrete curb is used as a wheel stop, it may be placed within the parking space up to two feet from the front of a space. In such cases, the area between the wheel stop and landscaping need not be paved, provided it is maintained with appropriate ground cover, or walkway. In no event shall the placement of wheel stops reduce the minimum landscape or walkway width requirements. Applicant's Findings: The parking lot has been designed in compliance with the provisions and specifications of this section. The proposed parking spaces are all perpendicular (90° angle) spaces and have been designed in accordance with the provisions of CPMC Table 17.75.02: Table 17.75.02: Parldne Dimension Schedule A a C D E F1 F2 90 Degrees 9.00 19.00" 24.00"` 9.00 62.00 n.a. Per the submitted parking plan (See Exhibit "B", the site plan) the proposed parking stalls and associated dimensional requirements were designed to meet the standards identified in "row 3" of column `B" (column "A" section "90 degrees") in the table above. 2. All areas utilized for off-street parking, access and maneuvering of vehicles shall be paved and striped to the standards of the city of Central Point for all-weather use and shall be adequately drained, including prevention of the flow of runoff water across sidewalks or other pedestrian areas. Required parking areas shall be designed with painted striping or other approved method of delineating the individual spaces, with the exception of lots containing single-family or two-family dwellings. Applicant's findings: The parking lot will be paved and striped as identified on the attached site plan and a drainage plan for the parking lot has also been included (See Exhibit "B"). As proposed, the standards of this section are feasibly met. Parking spaces shall be designed so that no backing movements or other maneuvering within a street or other public right-of-way shall be necessary, except for one- and two-family dwellings with frontage on a local street per the city of Central Point street classification map. Applicant's Findings: The proposed parking lot is in the same location in which it has always existed and no maneuvering within a street or other public right of way is necessary to negotiate ingress and egress from the parking area (See Exhibit `B"). 4. Any lighting used to illuminate off-street parking or loading areas shall be so arranged as to direct the light away from adjacent streets or properties. Applicant's Findings: Applicant agrees to the provision of this section. Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 17 of 23 61 5. Service drives shall have a minimum vision clearance area formed by the intersection of the driveway centerline, the street right-of-way line, and a straight line joining the lines through points twenty feet from their intersection. Applicant's Findings: Service drives have been designed in compliance with the provision of this section (See Exhibit "B"). 6. Parking spaces located along the outer boundaries of a parking lot shall be contained by a curb or a bumper rail so placed to prevent a motor vehicle from extending over an adjacent property line, a public street, public sidewalk, or a required landscaping area. Applicant's findings: Parking has been designed in compliance with the requirements of this section (See Exhibit "B" ). 7. Parking, loading, or vehicle maneuvering areas shall not be located within the front yard area or side yard area of a corner lot abutting a street in any residential (R) district, nor within any portion of a street setback area that is required to be landscaped in any commercial (C) or industrial (M) district. Apo] icanV s Findin s: The subject property is not a corner lot and not located within a residential (R) district. The subject property is zoned "Civic", and the residential zones located to the northeast, east and south are buffered from the existing parking area proposed for redevelopment by the existing structures that comprise the school facility. Because Rock Way "dead ends" into the subject property at a 90°, perpendicular angle, there is no street "frontage" along Rock Way. The 10 proposed parking spaces located at the northwestern access point from Scenic Avenue are not located within any setback from Scenic way (See Exhibit `B"). As proposed, the standards of this section are met. 8. Except as provided in subsection (E)(3) of this section, all uses, including one- and two-family dwellings on arterial and collector streets, shall provide adequate vehicle turnaround and maneuvering area through the use of aisle extensions and/or turnaround spaces as illustrated in Figure 17.75.04 and 17.75.05. Functionally equivalent turnaround and maneuvering designs may be permitted by the approving authority through the site plan and architectural review process. [CPMC 17.75.039(E)] Awlici:nt's Finding_s: Compliance with the requirements of this section are demonstrated on the submitted site plan (See Exhibit "B"). F. Limitation on Use of Parking Areas. Required parking areas shall be used exclusively for vehicle parking in conjunction with a permitted use and shall not be reduced or encroached upon in any manner. The parking facilities shall be so designed and maintained as not to constitute a nuisance at any time, and shall be used in such a manner that no hazard to persons or property, or unreasonable impediment to traffic, will result. [CPMC 17.75.039(F)] Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 18 of 23 62 t1 licant's Pindin s: Applicant agrees to compliance, at all times, with the requirements of this section. G. Parking/Loading Facility Landscaping and Screening. Parking lot landscaping shall be used to reinforce pedestrian and vehicular circulation, including parking lot entries, pedestrian accessways, and parking aisles. To achieve this objective the following minimum standards shall apply; however, additional landscaping may be recommended during the site plan and architectural review process (Chapter 17.721. All parking lots shall be landscaped in accordance with the following standards: Table 17.75.03: ParkiMplLoading facik perinteler and street thonfte landscaping standards Street Frontage Min. Planting Area Width Plants Required per 100 Lineal PL ofStreet Frontage Trees Shrubs Arterial/Collector 15 ft. 4 20 Local 10 ft. 3 15 Perimeter (Abutting) Land Use Planta Required per 100 Lineal Pt, of Abutting Property Residential 20 ft, d 20 Commercial 10 ft, 3 15 Industrial 5 ft. 2 10 1. Perimeter and Street Frontage Landscaping Requirements. The perimeter and street frontage for all parking facilities shall be landscaped according to the standards set forth in Table 17.75.03. Applicant's Findings: The parcel is uniquely shaped and very little of it has street frontage. The northwestern corner abuts Scenic Avenue, classified as a Minor Arterial, for a length of approximately 330.80'. Approximately 60' feet of that segment is devoted to paved accessway and is therefore, removed from the total lineal footage used to calculate the number of required trees and shrubs pursuant to CPMC Table 17.75.03. Approximately 220' of frontage exists west of the accessway therefore, nine (9) trees and forty-five (45) shrubs would be required to be planted at a minimum width of 15' along this segment of street frontage. Approximately 50' of frontage exists to the east of the accessway which would require planting of two (2) trees and ten (10) shrubs at a minimum width of 15' along this segment of street frontage pursuant to CPMC Table 17.75.03 (See Exhibit "B"). The southern boundary of the subject property is approximately 890' in length. Approximately 580' of that southern boundary segment abuts Aurora Lane, classified as a "Local" road. 130' abuts tax lot 124 (37-2W-3AC), approximately 50' abuts the "dead end" of Comet Avenue and the remaining approximately 130', abuts tax lot 132 (37-2W-3AC). The school was constructed near 1966 (per the assessment record) and the southernmost structures are located only 30' from the southern property boundary. The addition of the new building in Phase 2 of the project and reconfiguration and upgrade to the existing parking area proposed within this application are due Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 19 of 23 63 to increasing populations over the course of the last 56 years since the school was initially constructed. Due to congestion at existing ingress/egress points during peak times on weekdays (drop off and pick up hours) the Applicant proposes alternative placement of a bus loop, to be located on the southern end of the subject property, between the existing structures and southern property boundary which is bounded by existing cyclone/chain-link fencing with privacy slats (Please See photographs at Exhibit "G"). Due to existing structural development on the subject property, there is no alternative location which would accommodate the bus drop-off and pick-up loop without displacing necessary open space; the track and interior lawn, the baseball diamond and outfield and the approximately 550 sq/ft basketball court area adjacent to (east of) the parking lot. Therefore, the proposed location is the only location on the subject property that can accommodate bus loop due. Due to existing structural development in proximity to this southern property boundary, situation of the bus loop in this location precludes the Applicant from meeting the standards of Table 17.75.03 which would require a minimum planting width area of 10' where the property abuts Aurora Lane and a minimum planting width of 20' where the bus ramp will wrap around Tax Lot 124 (37-2W-03AC) and exit the subject property via Comet Avenue. There are several types of school busses in varying lengths and widths (See Exhibit "I"). The largest bus within the diagram, bus type "D" is approximately 8 feet in width'. The drive surface of the bus loop requested is 16' in width, which is necessary to accommodate the school bus, its mirrors and the necessary loading/unloading apparatus for wheelchair bound students. Due to the existing structures and uniquely designed (archaic) stormwater drainage system, it would be impossible to meet the requirements of Table 17.75.03. As well, the variance application includes a request to rely on existing landscaping as sufficient and ample where there is street frontage located along the western end of the northern property boundary in the area of the access drive from Scenic Avenue. Along the approximately 50' segment to the east of the access drive from Scenic Avenue, there are more mature trees existing than would be required to be planted within this section (requirement of two (2)) and filling of the open lawn space with shrubbery would remove desired open space. As well, the desire to preserve the outfield of the baseball diamond (to the west of the access drive) is considered for the purposes of the variance. A separate Type III application to request a variance to those standards, has been submitted in conjunction with this application. 2. Terminal and Interior Islands. For parking lots in excess of ten spaces all rows of parking spaces must provide terminal a minimum of six feet in width to protect parked vehicles, provide visibility, confine traffic to aisles and driveways, and provide a minimum of five feet of space for landscaping. In addition, when ten or more vehicles would be parked side-by-side in an abutting configuration, interior landscaped islands a minimum of eight feet wide must be located within the parking row. For parking lots greater than fifty parking spaces, the location of interior landscape island shall be allowed to be consolidated for planting of large stands of trees to break up the scale of the parking lot. The number of trees required in the interior landscape area shall be dependent 1 not accounting for the mirrors or the load inglunloading apparatus for wheelchair bound students Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 20 of 23 upon the location of the parking lot in relation to the building and public right-of- way: a. Where the parking lot is located between the building and the public right-of- way, one tree for every four spaces; Applicant's Findings: The proposal is in compliance with the requirements of this section (See Exhibit "B"). b. Where the parking lot is located to the side of the building and partially abuts the public right-of-way, one tree for every six spaces; Appjicant's Findings: The parking lot is located north of (in "front" of) school buildings and adjacent properties (See Exhibit "B"). This standard is not applicable. c. Where the parking lot is located behind the building and is not visible from the public right-of-way, one tree for every eight spaces. 3. Bioswales. The use of bioswales within parking lots is encouraged and may be located within landscape areas subject to site plan and architectural review. The tree planting standards may be reduced in areas dedicated to bioswales subject to site plan and architectural review. [CPMC 17.75.039(G)] A olicanVs Findings: No bioswales are proposed, this standard is not applicable. H. Bicycle Parking. The amount of bicycle parking shall be provided in accordance with Section 17.64.040 and constructed in accordance with the following standards: Location of Bicycle Parking. Required bicycle parking facilities shall be located on-site in well lighted, secure locations within fifty feet of well -used entrances and not farther from the entrance than the closest automobile parking space. Bicycle parking shall have direct access to both the public right-of-way and to a main entrance of the principal use. Bicycle parking may also be provided inside a building in suitable, secure and accessible locations. Bicycle parking for multiple uses (such as in a commercial center) may be clustered in one or several locations. Applicant s Findings: Existing bicycle parking facilities are located adjacent to existing "Modular 1" in a well -lit, secure location, within fifty feet of well -used entrances and not farther from the entrance than the closest automobile parking space. The existing metal bike racks are safely separated from the vehicular parking and maneuvering area by the basketball courts located north of the main office adjacent to "Modular F. Bicycle parking currently has direct access to both the public right-of-way and to a main entrance of the school. Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 21 of 23 65 2. Bicycle Parking Design Standards. All bicycle parking and maneuvering areas shall be constructed to the following minimum design standards: a. Surfacing. Outdoor bicycle parking facilities shall be surfaced in the same manner as a motor vehicle parking area or with a minimum of a three-inch thickness of hard surfacing (i.e., asphalt, concrete, pavers or similar material). This surface will be maintained in a smooth, durable and well -drained condition. b. Parking Space Dimension Standard. Bicycle parking spaces shall be at least six feet long and two feet wide with minimum overhead clearance of seven feet. c. Lighting. Lighting shall be provided in a bicycle parking area so that all facilities are thoroughly illuminated and visible from adjacent sidewalks or motor vehicle parking lots during all hours of use. d. Aisles. A five-foot aisle for bicycle maneuvering shall be provided and maintained beside or between each row of bicycle parking. e. Signs. Where bicycle parking facilities are not directly visible from the public rights- of-way, entry and directional signs shall be provided to direct bicycles from the public rights-of-way to the bicycle parking facility. Applicant's Findings: Please see findings below, addressing CPMC Section 17.75.039(H)(3), requesting an exception to bicycle parking requirements in an effort to avoid unnecessary and costly improvements because the district has identified that the existing bicycle parking facilities are already "under-utilized". 3. Exceptions to Bicycle Parking. The approving authority may allow exceptions to the bicycle parking standards as part of the site plan and architectural review process in connection with the following: a. Temporary uses such as Christmas tree sales; or b. Uses that do not generate the need for bicycle parking per a bicycle parking demand analysis that demonstrates and documents justification for the proposed reduction. [CPMC 17.75.039(H)] Applicarifs Findings: The proposed improvements do not generate the need for additional bicycle parking than that which already exists onsite (75 spaces). Please see the letter dated March 30, 2022 from the school district, addressing the use or, lack thereof, of existing bicycle parking Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 22 of 23 W. facilities (See Exhibit "J"). 17.75.040: Buildipp Jesiari standards. The following building design standards are established to maintain and enhance the small town character of the city: 17.75.041- Residential building design standards, 17.75.042 - Commercial building design standards and 17.75.043 - Industrial building design standards. [CPMC 17.75.040] Applicant's Findings: No structures are proposed within the current, Phase 1, site plan review application. 17.75.060: Exceptions. Exceptions to the standards set forth in this subsection shall be processed as a Class "A" variance per Chapter 17.13. (Ord. 1946 (part), 2011). [CPMC 17.75.060] Applicant's Findings: This provision conflicts with the allowances of CPMC Section 17.13.200 which distinguishes "Exceptions and Modifications vs. Variances". CPMC Section 17.13.200 "Variances — Applicability" subsection "B" states: "Combining variances with Other Approvals; Permit Approvals by Other Agencies. Variance requests may be combined with and reviewed concurrently by the city approval body with other land use and development applications (e.g., development review, site design review, subdivision, conditional use, etc). " There is no option for exception to the requirements of CPMC Section 17.75.039 (G)(1) and Table 17.75.03 therefore the variance procedure is applicable. Variance Types "A" and `B" do not contain provisions which address the requested variance to the landscaping requirements in the proximity of the proposed bus loop. Therefore, the Class "C", Type III variance procedure is required and an application for the same has been submitted in conjunction with this application for concurrent review and consideration as part of the total site design review. E. Conclusion. Based upon the findings set forth herein and the evidence submitted in conjunction with this Application, the Applicant respectfully contends that the applicable standards and criteria have been met or identified as feasibly met through conditions of approval and the Application should be approved. Dated this 31St day of March 2022. Site Plan and Architectural Review Scenic Middle School Page 23 of 23 O'CONNOR LAW, LLC Daniel B. 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USGS, EPA, USDA Exhibit T" Page 1 of 1 Floodplain L -,"at Ld'i - A El Y A4�r19�v I Tax Lots FEMA Flood Zones 100 Year Determined BFE 500 Year Boundary Floodway Y u : SO nlc Mlddle rf + School Scenic Middle School 1 Aurora Ln Aurora 1{jII' Victorla Way 7 7 U 1:4,514 0 155 310 620 ft 0 45 90 180 m Exhibit "E" Page 1 of 1 Aerial Imagery rk At LIV wt • � �� I _ ry a i _ ha March 13, 2022 r ' *Old Aerial, doesn't show 1�r s 4thexistin modular b4 - Yr M 1:2,257 0 0.01 0.03 0.05 mi 0 002 004 0.09 km Maxar, Microsoft, Esd Community Maps Contributors, County of Jackson, =Sate of Oregon GEO, © OpenStreo[Map, Microsoft, Esri Canada, Esri, HERE, Garmin, SafeGraph, GeoTechnologies, Inc., METI NASA, USGS, Bureau of Land Management, EPA, NPS, US Census Bureau, USDA Exhibit "F" Page 1 of 1 a, CL 0 CL v V) m t O v F O C: L v +.r a L t: O C a1 t a-+ (0 a) a-+ u U aJ U C f6 L Y Q) L au Q O L CL aj s 4— O +� ra a, c .Q ro bjDu c C Ln X a) 4— O 3 Lu CLOS u ro t +.j 0 Uq Exhibit "G" Page 1 of 8 �• f' 0 1 0 o 7 Exhibit "G" Page 1 of 8 Q� a u 0 QJ L 4- 0 4. v tzp G co u C M i.� �l Exhibit "G" Page 2 of 8 I r I Exhibit "G" Page 2 of 8 Exhibit "G" Page 3 of 8 Exhibit "G" Page 4 of 8 :. 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U �L Q a) L LL Exhibit "G" Page 6 of 8 c 0 c 0 0_ V) LO w W v Q 0 0 Ln v Ln 0 a 0 a i • Exhibit "G" Page 7 of 8 Exhibit "G" Page 8 of 8 m � § � 0 2: r z S T' � � / 2 P $ %Ln \ 7— 2 §E ¢ Ln G 2 _ 0 / $ f{ Eo _ . . * �, 2 .2 a m�£T] \ co M©§o 7� �I sp E\ �. 5Ln CD % @ e J E c % § C 00 ru0 B .0 =22 E 0/ k 7 Lr m m© �2 00 � k / fS/ o j 7000 f, 4 r • ----.-.------- -------- . . .... .................. ---.--- - - _ Z b b 0 a u WN J u Exhibit "H" Page 2 of 2 92 School Bus Size Bus Type A ' h1 + Weight Up to 10,000 Pounds 10,000 to 26,500 Pounds Height 9.1 Feet 10.3 Feet 93 Inches Width 93 Inches 138 Inches Wheelbase Turning Radius 138 to 254 Inches 25 Feet 20,3 to 39.1 Feet Length 13 to 17.5 Feet 1.0.8 to 21.7 Feet Bus Type k _ M Weight _ Height 18,000 to 35,000 Pounds 27,800 to 37,000 Pounds 9.9 to 10.4 Feet 93 to 96 Inches (8 Feet) 9.9 to 10.4 Feet 93 to 96 Inches _ _ Width Wheelbase 149.6 to 276 Inches 136 to 276 Inches Turning Radius 23 to 38 Feet 21.3 to 34.2 Feet Length 20.9 .to 38.9 Feet 27.3 to 39.11 Feet 93 Exhibit '7" Page 1 of 1 WALT DAVENPORT — DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT ADMINISTRATION OFFICE , ', 300 ASH STREET CENTRAL POINT, ORr-GON 97502 PHONE: (541) 494.6200 FAX: (541) 664-1637 CENTRAL PUIVTSCWOOL DISTRICT b wvw.distr1c6oC • - S RAINY NTIRA4 tNT HUL March 30, 2022 City of Central Point 140 S. 3rd Street Central Point, OR 97502 To Whom It May Concern: The Central Point School District has been assessing bicycle parking needs at Scenic Middle School for some time based on staff observations of the existing bicycle parking facilities throughout the school year. There are currently 75 bicycle parking spaces at Scenic Middle School. Although there are seasonal variations in the usage of the existing bicycle parking facilities, it has never been observed to exceed fifty -percent (50%) capacity. Thus, based on our demand analysis, the existing bicycle parking facilities should be more than sufficient to accommodate the future six (6) classrooms at the school. In the unlikely event there is a future need for additional parking facilities, the District will promptly install such facilities in compliance with Section 17.75.039(H)(2) of the Central Point Municipal Code. Sincerely, Spencer Davenport Jackson County School District No. 6 (Central Point) Chief Projects Officer Tel. (541) 494-6211 Spencer.davenpgrt@district6.org .........................CHARACTER MATTERS......................... Exhibit "J" Page 1 of 1 94 AGENT AUTHORIZATION CITY OF CENTRAL POINT, OREGON LET IT BE KNOWN that Daniel O'Connor of O'Connor Law, LLC has been retained to Act as Agent regarding a Site Plan Review application and a Variance application for the property identified below, which is owned by the undersigned. Address or Road: 1955 Scenic Avenue AS DESCRIBED IN THE RECORDS OF JACKSON COUNTY AS: TOWNSHIP: 37 RANGE: 2W SECTION: 03B TAX LOT: 4300 This authorization is valid for ONE YEAR. PROPERTY OWNER: Central Point School District #6 Signature: _ r Date: `"F , ":�� Printed Name: Spencer Dave port Address: 300 Ash Street, Central Point, Oregon 97502-2279 Phone: 541-494-6201 AGENT: Daniel O'Connor or Kate J. McGuire, O'Connor Law, LLC Signature: Date: 02.128/2022 Printed Name: Daniel O'Connor Address: 670 G Street, Suite B, Jacksonville, Oregon 97530-6501 Phone: 541-702-5350 Signature: Date: 02/28/2022 Printed Name: Kate J. McGuire Address: 670 G Street, Suite B, Jacksonville, Oregon 97530-6501 Phone: 541-702-5350 (Ext. #2) Exhibit 7" Page 1 of 1 95 Attachment "C" FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW File No.: SPAR -22002 Consideration of a Site Plan & Architectural Review to construct parking area, circulation and access improvements at Scenic Middle School Applicant: ) Findings of Fact Jackson County School District No. 6 ) and 300 Ash Street ) Conclusion of Law Central Point, OR 97502 ) PART 1 INTRODUCTION The applicant proposes site improvements to the property at 1955 Scenic Avenue that includes constructing site access, circulation and parking lot improvements, including establishing a separated bus route and loading zone that takes access from Aurora Lane and exits onto Comet Way. The site plan and architectural review request is a Major Project, and is processed using Type III application procedures. Type III procedures set forth in Section 17.05.400 provides the basis for decisions upon standards and criteria in the development code and the comprehensive plan, when appropriate. The project site is located in the Civic zoning district. The standards and criteria for the proposal are set forth in CPMC 17.72, Site Plan and Architectural Review and CPMC 17.75, Design and Development Standards. The following findings address each of the standards and criteria as applies to the proposed application for the Vision Properties medical office. PART 2 FINDINGS & CONCLUSIONS Staff has reviewed the Applicant's Findings, incorporated herein as Exhibit "A", and found that they address the applicable development code criteria for the proposed site plan and architectural review, except reductions to off- street parking requirements and the parking lot/loading facility perimeter landscaping standards. The following findings address the reductions to off-street parking spaces and the parking lot perimeter landscape standards: Section 17.64.040 Off -Street Parking Requirements. B. Adjustments to Non -Residential Off -Street Vehicle Parking. Reductions. The maximum off-street parking requirements may be reduced by no more than twenty percent. Finding 17.64.040(B)(1): In accordance with this section, the off-street parking requirements for non-residential uses may be reduced in any commercial (C) or industrial (M) district within the City. The applicant proposes a reduction in off-street parking requirements of approximately five (5) percent; however, the subject property is located in the Civic zoning district. In accordance with the Land Use Element (2018 Central Point Comprehensive Plan), the Employment land use category is comprised of six (6) supporting land use classifications, including zoning districts with Commercial, Industrial and Civic land use designations. The City's Urban Growth Boundary Amendment also considers Civic zoned land as an Employment land use. This consideration is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan in that all non-residential lands, except Parks and Open Space lands, are categorized as Employment uses. Conclusion 17.64.040(B)(1): Based on the evidence in the record, the five (S) percent reduction in off-street parking standards is consistent with the adjustments for non-residential uses of this section since the Civic zoning district is considered employment per the Land Use Element of the Central Point Comprehensive Plan. PART 3 SUMMARY CONCLUSION As evidenced in findings and conclusions, the proposed Scenice Middle School site plan and architectural plan is consistent with applicable standards and criteria in the Central Point Municipal Code as conditioned. 97 Public Works Department JX CENTRAL POINT PUBLIC WORKS STAFF REPORT April 25, 2022 AGENDA ITEM: Scenic Middle School Parking and Bus Lane (SPAR -22002) New Parking Lot for Scenic Middle School Applicant: School District 6 Agent: O'Connor Law Traffic: Expansion for existing use, no Traffic Impact Analysis is required. Attachment "D" Matt Samitore, Director Existing Infrastructure: Water: There are 8 -inch water lines throughout the site Streets: Scenic Ave is an existing three -lane secondarily arterial Stormwater: There are several storm drain lines at Comet Avenue, a 15 -inch and a 30 -inch line. Issues: All the public works issues are concerning the proposed connection to Comet Avenue. There are existing waterlines and storm drain facilities that will need protection during Construction. Several water -related items will need to be moved, including a blow -off assembly and a fire hydrant. The other issue is the protection of the existing trees adjacent to the main drive. The applicant proposes moving the sidewalk into the existing asphalt to avoid damage to the root zones. Conditions of Approval: Prior to the building permit issuance and the start of construction activities on the site, the following conditions shall be satisfied: Stormwater Management Plan — The Applicant shall submit and receive approval for a stormwater management plan from the Public Works Department. The Stormwater Plan shall comply with the Rogue Valley Stormwater Quality Design Manual for water quality and quantity treatment. Construction on site must be sequenced so that the permanent stormwater quality features are installed and operational when stormwater runoff enters. 2. Civil Improvements-- Before Construction, the City will require Civil Improvement Drawings that address the protection of public infrastructure and a plan to handle moving the fire hydrant and blow- off assembly. 3. Parking Lot Trees — The applicant shall have an arborist available to remedy tree roots that may need to be trimmed during Construction to preserve existing parking lot trees. 140 South 3rd Street Central Point, OR 97502 - 541.664.3321 Fax 541.664.6384 Prior to final inspection and certificate of occupancy, the applicant shall comply with the following conditions of approval: 1. PW Standards and Specifications — Applicant shall comply with the standards and specifications of the public work for Construction within the right of way. 2. Storinwater Quality Operations & Maintenance— The Applicant shall record an Operations and Maintenance Agreement for all new stormwater quality features and provide a copy of the Public Works Department's recorded document. Reviewed By: Patterson, John LD File #: 224614 Planner: Justin Gindlesperger Land Development Report LD Description: Parking lot improvements/ phase 2 classroom building addition Applicant: SD 6 Additional Project Consideration Notes: City of Central Point SPAR -22002 & VAR 22001 Attachment "E" Review Date: 4/25/2022 Scenic Middle School Parking Lot Improvements including comments on proposed Phase Two for modular relocation and new building. Parking Lot Improvement Comments: 1. The new parent flow through isle will become the new fire lane. 2. Ensure the new parent flow through isle meets the requirements for aerial apparatus access. Specifically, 28 feet of clear width to park and set up the ladder truck. The 28 feet cannot begin closer than 15 feet nor begin farther than 30 feet from the building. Landscaping and trees cannot extend into the required width. Reference 2019 Oregon Fire Code Appendix D, Section D105.3. 3. No unattended parking will be allowed at any time in the new parent flow through isle. Provide signage and information to parents and staff to ensure no unattended parking will occur at any time. Unattended vehicles in the pickup isle are subject to being towed. School Dist. 6 is responsible to enforce the parking restriction. Phase Two Comments: 1. Ensure firefighting apparatus access requirements are met. Reference 2019 Oregon Fire Code Appendix D for specifics. 2. No parking will be allowed for the extent of Upton Road From the intersection at Scenic Avenue through the end of new access area shown on phase 2 site plan exhibit S1-1 dated 3-8-2022. 3. Provide no parking signs along Upton Road from the intersection at Scenic Avenue through the end of new access area shown on phase 2 site plan exhibit S1-1 dated 3-8-2022. 4. If the total occupant load for the newly proposed building exceeds 300, the new building will require a fire suppression sprinkler system designed and installed in accordance with NFPA 13. Reference 2019 Oregon Fire Code Section 903.2.3 (3). Construction General Information/Requirements Development shall comply with access and water supply requirements in accordance with the Oregon Fire Code in effect at the time of development submittal. Fire apparatus access roads are required to be installed prior to the time of construction. The approved water supply for fire protection (fire hydrants) is required to be installed prior to construction when combustible material arrives at the site. Specific fire protection systems may be required in accordance with the Oregon Fire Code. This plan review shall not prevent the correction of errors or violations that are found to exist during construction. This plan review is based on information provided only. Design and installation shall meet the Oregon requirements of the International Fire, Building, Mechanical Codes and applicable NFPA Standards. I. Jackson County Fire District 3, 8383 Agate Road, White City OR 97503, 541-826-71.00 L www.jcfd3.com 100 Page 1 of 1 Attachment "F" ROGUE VALLEY r` SEWER SERVICES CLEAN WATER - HEALTHY COMMUNITIES April 25, 2022 City of Central Point Planning Department 155 South Second Street Central Point, Oregon 97502 Re: SPAR -22002, VAR -22001— Scenic Middle School Parking Lot Improvements, Map 37 2w 03AB, Tax Lot 4300 The proposed parking improvements will not impact sewer service. The existing buildings on the site are served by a private 6" service extended in to the property from the 8" main along Aurora Lane. Sewer service for the future buildings can be had by connecting to the existing 6" service or by installing a new service line from the main along Aurora Lane. Alternatively a sewer main extension can be constructed from the existing sewer main to east across the Jackson County Housing Authority Property. Sewer connections for the future buildings must be submitted to and approved by RVSS prior to construction. Feel free to call me if you have any questions. Sincerely, Nicholas R Bakke, PE District Engineer �. (541) 664-6300 www.RVSS.US 101 138 W Vilas Rd, Central Point, OR 97502 V P.O. Box 3130, Central Point, OR 97502 ►moi