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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFebruary 5, 1985 City of Central Point Planning Commission Meeting February 5, 1985 - 7:00 p.m. Page 1 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Chairman Orrin Frederick called the meeting to order at 7: 18 p.m. ROLL CALL Present were Chairman Orrin Frederick and Planning Commissioners Reed Barlow, Garth Ellard, Jerry Mattey, and Charles Piland. Commissioner Ginger Bitterling was absent due to illness. Also present were City Administrator David Kucera, Fire, Chief/Building Official Don Paul, Councilmember Dewane Hood, Councilmember Donna Higginbotham, and Secretary Maureen Tanhoff. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Piland made a motion to approve the minutes of the January 8, 1985 Planning Commission meeting as presented. Commissioner Barlow seconded the motion. Roll call vote : . Barlow, yes; Ellard, yes; Mattey, yes; Piland, yes. All of the Commissioners voted in favor of the motion and the motion carried. CORRESPONDENCE AND PUBLIC APPEARANCES None at this meeting. BUSINESS Public Hearing for request to amend the Central Point Zoning Ordinance to include museums as a listed use in an R-1 zone. Roxy Ann Gem and Mineral, Inc. , applicant Building Official Paul summarized his staff report dated January 31, 1985 and listed the following exhibits for the record: Exhibit A - Request for zoning amendment; Exhibit B - Legal descriptions; Exhibit C - Assessor's map page; Exhibit D - Aerial map page; Exhibit E Notice of Public Hearing; and Exhibit F - Certificate of Posting of Notice of Public Hearing. There were no conflicts of interest expressed by the Commissioners. Chairman Frederick opened the public hearing. Wes Riley, 2021 Linn Road, Eagle Point, came forward representing Roxy Ann Gem and Mineral, Inc. He stated that Delmar and Frieda Smith have deeded the property on Scenic Avenue described in the staff report exhibits to Roxy Ann Gem and Mineral, Inc. , for the purpose of operating and maintaining a museum for earth science and lapidary studies. Mr. Wiley stated that his organization plans to upgrade the museum and the surrounding area to a point where it will be an enhancement to the area. They also intend to expand the facility to in- clude a meeting hall and classroom to teach lapidary arts. Mr. Wiley presented a plot plan of the three tax lots involved and designated the organization's City of Central Point Planning Commission Meeting February 5, 1985 - 7:00 p.m. Page 2 plans for the Commissioners. The proposed new building would be 64' x 38' , the well would be capped and the rocks better stored. Mr. Wiley stated that they 'intend to remove the bees that are there now. Commissioner Piland asked how long the museum has been there. Mr. Wiley stated it has been there for approximately 25 to 30 years. Commissioner Ellard asked if they have any plans to remodel the front of the building. Mr. Wiley stated that they plan to clean it up, fix the sign and remove the rocks, but do not plan any major remodeling of the front of the building. He stated that they intend to maintain the dirt parking lot in front. Mr. Wiley said that the organization intends to advertise the museum extensively so that it does not have to depend on walk-in visitors in the residential area. In the past the museum has catered to people from all over the world and conducted many school field trips. It will remain open to the public with no admission fee. No one came forward to speak in opposition to the proposed zoning amendment. Chairman Frederick closed the public hearing. ' Commissioner Ellard stated that he has been to the museum and found it to have , an excellent display of rocks etc. and feels it is excellent for schools. He stated that listing museums as conditional uses in the R-1 zone may be prefer- able to listing them as a permitted uses so that the City may have some control over future requests. Discussion followed and the consensus of the Commission was for amending the zoning text to list museums as a conditional use in an R-1 zone. Commissioner Ellard made a motion to pass Resolution No. 93, A Resolution Recommending an Amendment to the Text of the Zoning Ordinance to Authorize Museums as a Conditional Use in an R-1 Zone. Commissioner Piland seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Barlow, yes; Ellard, yes; Mattey, yes; Piland, yes. All of the Commissioners voted in favor of the motion and the motion carried. A Resolution Adopting a Conceptual Development Plan for the Area Bounded by West Pine Street, Glenn Way, Beall Lane, and Hanley Road Building Official Paul stated that this matter will be postponed to allow Rogue Valley Council of Governments Planner Ron Hough additional time to prepare the plan. Central Valley #4 Subdivision Preliminary Plat Review Building Official Paul outlined his staff report dated January 31, 1985 and listed the following exhibits for the record: Exhibit A - Preliminary Plat; Exhibit B - Staff's recommended Conditions and Requirements; Exhibit C - memo- randum from Vern Capps, Public Works Superintendent; Exhibit D - Notice of Public Meeting; and Exhibit E - Certification of Posting of Notice of Public Meeting. Mr. Paul distributed revised Conditions and Requirements and City of Central Point Planning Commission Meeting February 5, 1985 - 7:00 p.m. Page 3 explained each one to the Commission. He also distributed copies of memorandum from Police Chief Chuck Stull (Exhibit F) dated February 5, 1985 with his recommendation that the street name of Bradley be changed to avoid confusing it with the existing City street of Brad Way. Mr. Paul stated that he and Chief Stull went to the area and observed traffic flow on West Pine Street where access to the subdivision is proposed to be. It was their combined opinion that the proximity to the Hanley Road curve was not a serious concern. Myron Corcoran, 4640 Scenic Avenue, Central Point, came forward. He stated that he is concerned with Condition 1114 requiring a building setback of 70' from the centerline of Pine Steer. He feels that this requirement will render some lots unbuildable. He also stated that he is unsure of the requirements for flag lots. Mr. Paul stated that staff has made some adjustments and found that all lots will be buildable. He also explained that flag lots are required to be twice the size of regular lots and feels this can be worked out to the developers' satisfaction. In regard to Condition #10, Mr. Corcoran asked if the $650 per dwelling unit park fees can be paid when the building permits are taken out as he feels that is a great deal of expense to bear early in the project when it is not known for sure if the project will be completed. Mr. Kucera stated that Municipal Code Chapter 16. 20. 050 states that payment can be deferred for up to one year with sufficient security, but this is not something that can be determined at this meeting. Mr. Paul suggested that if the City showed a need for a greenway or bike path along Jackson Creek, possibly their plan could allow for dedica- tion of park land in lieu of fees. Mr. Corcoran stated that that could be a possibility except that there is an existing house within 30 feet of the creek, although it could work from the other end of the property. Commissioner Piland made a motion to pass a resolution of recommendation to accept the preliminary plat for Central Valley 114 Subdivision subject to the Conditions and Requirements and adding that the street name of Bradley be changed. Commissioner Ellard seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Barlow, yes; Ellard, yes; Mattey, yes; Piland, yes. All of the Commissioners voted in favor of the motion and the motion carried. Chairman Frederick called a recess at 8:27 p.m. The meeting was called back to order at 8:44 p.m. Cherry Park Subdivision Preliminary Plat Review Building Official Paul summarized his staff report dated January 31, 1985 and listed the following exhibits for the record: Exhibit A - preliminary plat; Exhibit B - staff recommended Conditions and Requirements; Exhibit C - Memoran- dum from Vern Capps, Public Works Superintendent; Exhibit D - Notice of Public Meeting; and Exhibit E - Certificate of Posting of Public Meeting. He read and City of Central Point Planning Commission Meeting February 5, 1985 - 7:00 p.m. Page 4 explained each of the Conditions and Requirements. It was clarified that in Condition P14 the term right-of-way should be replaced with utilities easement. Victor Kosmatka, 3094 Wells Fargo, Central Point; Daniel Kosmatka, 315 North Berkeley, Medford; and Myron Corcoran, 4640 Scenic Avenue, Central Point, came forward. Victor Kosmatka stated that they are in agreement with Conditions Ill through #5. On ;16 they would like to know what the City expects as standards and specifications for public facilities. Mr. Paul stated that the intention of these comments is to inform them of the necessity for having the utilities accessible for repairs. The City is primarily concerned with the drop of the lines. The City would like a qualified engineer to review their plans prior to final approval. Mr. Kucera stated that depending on the timing required , the developers may not have to bear the cost of this because the City is currently having the sewer system reviewed anyway. If the developers need the review sooner or if it proves to be a major review, they may have to pay the cost. ir. Kucera explained why this review is necessary based on the current realign- ment of the entire City sewer system. In regard to Condition #7, the developers asked why the waterline is being , increased from an eight-inch to a 12-inch line. Mr. Paul explained that the minimum size is eight-inch, but the City may cover the cost of the additional four inches to increase the line. Mr. Paul stated that this is something that can be addressed in the subdivision agreement. Mr. Kucera stated that this would depend on how much fire flow would be needed for the density intended. On Condition #10, the need for a soils report was explained. The developers stated that in regard to 1113 requiring the $650 per dwelling unit park fees , this would total approximately $160,000 and they do not have that kind of money to pay as early as is required in the development. Mr. Paul suggested that the developers could build the subdivision in phases which would allow them to pay the park fees in smaller amounts as they build. The devel- opers stated that they would like to get the street design approved first and then build in phases. Mr. Paul stated that the City cannot approve the street design without approving the entire final development plan. Victor Kosmatka expressed their desire to pay the park fees at the time of purchasing building permits when construction funding is available . Mr. Paul explained that there was not any provision to deviate from the park fee ordinance without a Council approved amendment. In regard to 114, Victor Kosmatka asked why a 20' easement is required. Mr. Paul explained that 20' is necessary to allow room for heavy equipment for repair work. Mr. Paul explained the setbacks. The developers asked when the City would need to know the number of units as reauired in Condition #18. Mr. Paul stated that this information would be City of Central Point Planning Commission Meeting February 5, 1985 - 7:00 p.m. Page 5 necessary at some point prior to the final plat presentation, preferably for presentation of the preliminary plat to the City Council. The developers asked if they would have to bear the entire cost of the street improvements from the intersection of North Tenth and Cherry Street. Mr. Paul stated that the street would be improved out of need for the subdivision and the City does not want to be in the position of requiring the property owners now in the area to pay for the improvements necessary for the developers' subdivision. Commissioner Ellard asked if the developers intend to build high density apart- ments themselves or promote the property for such. Daniel Kosmatka stated that they originally intended to do the building themselves but now it will be a combination of both. Mr. Corcoran stated that he is representing his brother, Gerald, in this project and he intends this project to be a part of his retire- :-.ant when he moves here from Alaska. He stated that his brother does not intend to do a lot with the property for about two years except to get it ready " for building. However, the Kosmatkas would like to begin as soon as possible. Commissioner Ellard asked about the piece of property in the center of the map. Daniel Kosmatka stated it would be two lots. Administrator Kucera asked if the developers intend to subdivide any of the lots further. Mr. Corcoran stated that they are unsure at this point. Mr. Kucera asked how they will address the question of providing utilities to each of the lots. Mr. Corcoran stated that they will know the density before presentation of the final plat. Mr. Kucera explained that the City needs to know because a new City street cannot be cut for a two-year period according to City ordinance. Victor Kosmatka stated that at this time they are mainly concerned that the street layout is feasible and determining what else the City will expect, then they will work on the fine details. Mr. Kucera advised the developers that if they anticipate substantial changes, the preliminary plat will have to be reviewed again at the Planning Commission level. Victor Kosmatka stated that only the density may change which would not affect the street design. Commissioner Ellard expressed concern about backing up traffic to Pine Street. Administrator Kucera stated that the State Highway Department recently com- pleted a traffic study and determined that a signal is not needed at Tenth and Pine Street at this time. Mr. Corcoran asked if 1112 would prohibit them from selling any of the lots. Mr. Paul explained that this condition refers to the entire development as a whole. The developers agreed to establish the lot sizes and density and come back before the Planning Commission. Mr. Kucera stated that the information about utilities is also important. City of Central Point Planning Commission Meeting February 5 , 1985 - 7:00 p.m. Page 6 ADJOURNMENT 'Commissioner Ellard made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Piland seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Barlow, yes; Ellard, yes; Mattey, yes; Piland, yes. All of the Commissioners voted in favor of the motion and the motion carried. Chairman Frederick adjourned the meeting at 10:00 p.m. 1