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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Minutes - May 6, 2003City of Central Point Planning Commission Minutes May 6, 2003 I. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT APPROXIMATELY 7:00 P.M. II. ROLL CALL: Chairman Chuck Piland, Kick Perry, Candy Fish, Paul I,unte, Don Foster, Wayne Riggs and Connie Moczygemba were present. Also in attendance was Tom Humphrey, Planning Director; Matt Samitore, Community Planner; Ken Gerschler, Community Planner; and Chris Clayton, Sr. Public Works Technician III. CORRESPONDF,NCE 'T'here was correspondence relating to Item F. IV. MINUTES Commissioner Fish made a motion to approve the minutes from the April 1, 2003 meeting. Commissioner Lunte seconded the motion. ROLL CALL: Peny; yes, Fish, yes; Lunte, yes; Foster, yes; Riggs, yes; Moczygemba, yes. Motion passed. Commissioner Fish made a motion to approve the minutes from the April 15, 2003 meeting. Commissioner Lunte seconded the motion. ROLL CALL: Perry; yes, Fish, yes; Lunte, yes; Foster, yes; Riggs, yes; Moczygemba, yes. Motion passed. V. PUBLIC APPEARANCF,S There were no public appearances. VI. BUSINESS A. The Planning Department will review an `expedited land partition' with the commission for the proposed skate park near the intersection of Fourth and Bush Streets. The property is identified by the Jackson County Assessor as Map 37 2W I1BA, Tax Lot 2200 and Map 37 2W 11BB, Tax Lot 8300. Ken Gerschler, Community Planner; presented the Planning Department Staff Memorandum. Fle explained that the City has been working on the skate park development and has been applying for Plarrnin~; Cmrrmissiar A/inures Mai' G, 2003 Ppge 2 grants for the fund it.. Due to pending grant application deadlines, it was necessary to expedite this partition and create a separate parcel at Fourth and Bush Streets for the skate park. This will be handled administratively. Notices were mailed to surrounding property owners regarding the expedited land division. There were no comments received against this partition. The couunission concurred with the staffs decision to proceed administratively and Chairman Piland moved to Item B. B. The Planning Departmentwill address the Commission concerning development phases on a previously approved Tentative Plan application known as Pheasant Creek Fstates Subdivision, identified as Map 37 2W lOCB, Tax Lots 1900 and 2200. Ken Gerschler explained that this item is coming before the Planning Conunission again, since the original approval of this application did not include phasing. The property owner's Michael and Cheri Williams are postponing their portion of the development in the northern section. Mike Duncan, the applicant is requesting approval of development phases, so that he can continue with his portion of the development. The proposed Phase I, is the larger portion of Pheasant Creek Estates, and will develop inunediately. Phase II, will develop later. 'fhe open space is in Phase II and will remain part of Phase II. If phasing is approved, the City wants to be sure that if anyone else buys the Phase II portion, that the plans would be adhered to. If new owners were to buy the property, they would be shown the plans. If new owners decided they did not want to stick with the original approved plans, they would have to resubmit plans and go through the standard approval process. Commissioner Fish made a motion to adopt Resolution 569, approving two phases of development for the previously approved Pheasant Creek Estates Subdivision. Commissioner Riggs seconded the motion. ROLL CALL: The motion pass unanimously. C. Public meeting to review a preliminary development plan fora 6-lot subdivision near the intersection of North Tenth Street and Crest Drive. The proposed Planned Unit Development known as Dawn Hope Estates, islocated in an R-1-6, Residential Single Family zoning district on Map 37 2W 03AD, Tax Lot 9300. Matt Samitore, Community Planner; presented the Planning Departments StaffReport. He explained that the Planning Department has been working on design solutions for this lot for about two years. Due to the irregular shape and tighter restrictions under a regular subdivision application, this lot could be developed more efficiently, and fit more appropriately with the surrounding properties as a PUD. 1'laitnirag Commission Miravler May 6, 2003 Page 3 Sidewalks will have to be worked out with Public works. 1'he service road will have to be a private road since it is twenty-two feet wide. It will have to meet the Public Works private road standards. There will also be a small private park at the entrance. The applicants will need to forma Home Owners Association to maintain the park area and private road. Mike Thornton, of Thornton Engineering addressed the commissioners on behalf of Dawn Hope Estates. Commissioner Foster asked Mr. Thornton if he had any questions regarding the Public Works Staff Report. Mr. Thornton asked for approval of the concept, but would like the flexibility of working some items out with Public Works. Chairperson Piland closed the public portion of the meeting. There was discussion about parking, and it was agreed that there should be ample parking. Commissioner Lunte made a motion to adopt Resolution 570, approving the Preliminary Development Plan for Dawn Hope Estates, a Planned Unit Development, subject to the recommendations of the affected agencies, the Public Works Staff Report, and the Planning Department's Conditions of Approval Commissioner Foster seconded the motion. ROLL CALL: Motion passed unanimously. D. Public meeting to review a site plan application that would allow the construction of a commercial building at 431 S. Front Street. The subject parcel is in a TOD-GC, General Commercial Zoning District and is identified on Map 37 2W I1BC. Tax Lot 4100. Matt Samitore, Community Planner addressed the Commissioners regarding this application. Mr. Samitore explained that there have been new issues develop in the last week, including new conditions required by O.D.O: p. This lot has a T.O.D. overlay zoning which requires certain landscaping and parking standards. The Commission could designate more parking spaces if necessary. There is ample time to work these issues out, therefore, the applicant requested this item be continued. The Planning Department will re notice when it is scheduled to come before the Planning Commission again. Commissioner Fish made a motion to continue this application at a later date. Commissioner Riggs seconded the motion. ROLL CALL: Motion passed unanimously. E. Public meeting to review a site plan application that would allow the construction of a duplex behind the house at 833 Laurel Street. The parcel is Plmt~aing ('annnissioq Alirrntes ;19av h. 2003 Pale 4 located in the R-3, Residential Multiple Family District on Map 37 2W 02CB, Tax Lot 5000. Chairperson Piland asked ifthere were any conflicts of interest or ex parte communication to declare. Commissioner Fish stated that she has conflicts of interest and ex parte communications. Ken Gerschler, Community Planner presented the Planning Departments Staff Report. H e explained that it meets all the requirements for the zoning district. There is an existing garage for the current residence that will continue to take access from Laurel. There will be atwo-vehicle carport and an additional uncovered concrete parking area for the proposed duplex. It is 10 feet from the alleyway, with adequate space for maneuvering. There will have to be alley improvements including storm drainage, since there will be increased alley usage and more storm water runoff. There is existing sewer service located on Laurel which will reach the duplex. The Building Official will be reviewing the plans for fire and safety issues. If there are any, the applicant will need to meet the requirements of the Building Department also. 'T'here is some landscaping shown on the plan. Ilowever, staff would like better landscaping and irrigation plans. "I•hey will need to be submitted prior to any building being started, and will require that the plans include three street trees. There was some discussion as to whether or not any improvements would be made to the existing home at the same tune so that the proposed duplex will match the existing home. The applicant stated that there will be improvements made to the existing home and is in the preliminary design stages. Chairman Piland closed the public portion of the meeting. Commissioner Foster made a motion to adopt Resolution 571, approving the Site Plan for the construction of a duplex behind an existing house located at 833 Laurel Street, subject to the requirements (if any) from the Building Department, the Public Works Staff Report, and the Planning Department Conditions of Approval. Commissioner Perry seconded the motion. ROLL Cf1LL: Pent'; yes, Lunte, yes; Foster, yes; Riggs, yes; Moczygemba, yes; Fish, did not vote. Motion passed. F. Public hearing to review applications for Conditional Use Permit and Planned Unit Development for the proposed 102-lot Beebe Wood Subdivision. This project is -ocated near the intersection of Hamrick and Biddle Koads in an R-2, Residential Two Family zoning district on Map 37 2W O1C, Tax Lots 1400 and 1500. Tom Humphrey, Planning Director presented the Planning Department Staff Report. He explained that the purpose of this development is to provide entry level affordable attached single family homes. The lot sizes will vary from 1,300 - 3,400 square feet. The proposed development covers Planning Commission ?vlinutee~ r11ay 6, 2003 Page 5 approximately 8.78 acres, and will consist of single story and two story homes. Along the east property line will be single story homes. Packwood Village (abutting development) has similar designs. There will also be a private park that will be available to the public. The streets will be approximately 27 feet wide, with rolled curbs. Mr. Humphrey made reference to a letter addressed to the Layton's (Attachment C) as part of the City's Master Plan, and explained that this proposal is a departure from the master plan but has all the components of it. He also explained how the State looks at whether the City has met density requirements in each zoning district, using the underdevelopment of Central Point Fast vs. its zoning, as an example. All of this is looked at by the State when considering the expansion of Urban Growth Boundaries. The audience was addressed by Mr. Humphrey, and they were told that they could offer their opinions as public record. In the event that the Planning Commission chooses to approve, anyone can appeal the decision and it will go before the City Council. Construction traffic can be managed as part of the conditions of approval. The applicants are working with an attorney in Portland regarding the formation of a Homeowners Association. Chairman Piland asked about development phasing. The phasing is illustrated on the blue lines. It depicts two phases. The access could also be a condition of Phase I development. Oakview Avenue will continue into the development. Meadowbrook is a collector street and can handle the anticipated traffic increase into the development. Craig Stone, of Stone and Associates, agent for the applicants, addressed the commission. Mr. Stone recapped that this proposed development would be 102 attached owner occupied single family units, and would not be rental units, unless of course the homeowner chooses to rent. He stated that this development is in compliance with the current zoning. There will be CC & R's and a Home Owners Association formed. The developers fully intend to have construction traffic to take access from two existing driveways on Hamrick Rd. They will not go through the existing subdivisions. 'There were discussions about whether sidewalks should be installed along the street There will be pedestrian pathways within the development, and common areas with non divided interests, along with a park that will be available to the public. The interior sidewalks are non-traditional but considered to be adequate and safe. Phillip Schwimmer, Architect for Beebe Wood, explained that the main purpose is to provide affordable homes for Is` time homeowners. The design is to encourage pride in ownership, and to promote a community oriented, park like development, appealing to younger working families. Plarttvng Cnnuntssion i/nudes dfay 6. 1003 Page G Their focus is on home ownership with the formation of an association to ensure the upkeep and maintenance of open spaces. Landscaping will define private areas, rather than fencing. 'there were discussions regarding recreational vehicle storage. It was explained that this isn't a consideration, with so many storage facilities available to satisfy those needs. David Meltzer, spoke on behalf of the applicants. He explained that there are two similar developments, one in Ashland and the other in Medford. These properties have improved in value approximately I S% per year. Eric Touzet, vice-president of the Packwood Village Homeowners Association addressed the commission. He expressed concerns about children running fiom yard to yard, and playing around parked vehicles. He said that these homes look more like apartments and feels that each home needs its own yard. Without rear yards, it doesn't offer any privacy for the future homeowners in Beebe Wood, or the adjoining property owners of Packwood Village. He also recommended that the two story homes be located toward the center of the development with the single story homes along the outside. Chairman Piland, asked if anyone would like to make a motion to continue the meeting past 10:00pm. Commissioner Lunte made a motion to continue. Commissioner Perry seconded. Several other residents of Packwood Village spoke, all expressing similar concerns. "the concerns ranged from the value oftheir property decreasing, density, traffic increases, the lack of privacy with two story homes being built along the outer portion of the development, and what the selling prices of the new homes would be. The three bedroom homes will be in the $150,000-160,000 price range Chairman Piland closed the public portion of the meeting, and commissioners directed questions to the applicants. Maurice Torano, of Galpin, LLC., addressed some of the issues. He stated that there will be restrictions on parking, and added that each home will have a total of four parking spaces (two in the garage with room for two more in the driveway). Mr. Torano, said it was their intention to provide attractive, affordable housing, with an interactive community environment. In order for the selling prices of these homes to remain affordable, and cost effective for the developer, they would not be able to make these homes single story, without increasing the price. Craig Stone, addressed the commission again. Mr. Stone feels that surrounding property values will not drop. T"here will be noise increases only on a temporary basis, during daylight hours. Balconies are located on the front of the homes, so they should not pose a lack of privacy problem. Plarenin~ Connuissron A-4inutes ,Nav G, 2003 Page 7 However, living in an urban area, you have to expect to have less privacy. They are certainly open to possibly relocating the park. There were further open discussions regarding the placement of the park. Some of the Commissioner's ideas were to centrally locate the park, or move the park closer to the three bedroom units, or just leave it where it is. Commissioner Lunte made a motion to adopt Resolution 572, approving the Conditional Use and Preliminary Development Plan, known as Beebe Wood a Planned Unit Development, subject to the recommended conditions of approval along with limiting homes along the northern boundary to single story, the City must agree on the placement of the park, access to Brookdale should be part of the Phase I development, with safe pedestrian walk ways, worked out with City staff. Commissioner Perry seconded the motion. ROLL CALL: Motion passed unanimously. Mr. Humphrey, explained the appeal process again, should anyone want to appeal the Planning Commissions decision. VII. MISCELLANEOUS Due to the volume of applications, and other items the Planning Department is involved in, the City will have two Planning Commission meetings in July. VIII. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Lunte made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Riggs seconded the motion. ROLL CALL: Motion passed unanimously. Meeting was adjourned at 11:24 P.M.