HomeMy WebLinkAboutAugust 1, 1978 Planning Commission Meeting
August 1, 1978 - Council Chambers
Meeting was called to order by Vice-Chairman Halley at 7:30 P.M. Roll call ,
found all members present but Chairman Banks who was on vacation and out of
the State. Others present were City Engr. Hendershot and Secretary Stamper.
Staff absent were City Admin. Kucera and Bldg. Inspector Ritchey. -
Approval of the Minutes of the July 18, 1978 meeting were made in motion by
McManama and seconded by Loveland. Roll call vote, all in favor, carried.
Correspondence was a letter from the City to L.C.D.C. requesting extension of
time for the Comprehensive Land Use Plan adoption of the Urban Grrowth Boundary
to 120 days (Bovember 29, 1978 calendar-wise.).
Public Appearance was made by Mr. Francis Marshall, 433 Cedar Street regarding
annexed land of the Oddfellows property off of North Tenth Street near Hazel.
Stated the land had not been included in the Urban Growth Boundary plan nor up-
dated on the Zoning map; and that he had appeared before the City Council on
July 27th and wants to get started on their conditional use permit for construc-
tion of the new Lodge building. Mr. Marshall stated the Council at that meeting
designated this land to be R-3, and he wants to know what he -has to do now? Mr.
Marshall was advised to bring the Oddfellows Lodge Building plans in and follow
the advice of the City Administrator.
No Old Business pending before the Commission.
New Business
Minor Partition Request for John Schleining for property located on Jackson D
County map 37 2W 2CB Lots 3 & 4 of Block 3 of Original Town (Tax Lot 1600) at
358 North Eighth Street. Mr. Richard Stevens was present representing appli-
cant- who desires to separate lots into separate tax lot numbers for construction
for . multi-family dwellings. Staff report prepared by Bldg. Insp. Ritchey was
read into record; stated there is an existing house on the propertyline at the
present. Mr. Stevens agreed, and said the house was in complete dis-repair and
his client would remove it. Mr. Stevens also said a survey was currently under-
way to provide legal meets and bounds. Discussion. Motion by Emery, seconded
by Nordby to approve the minor land partition based on: 1. Removal of the
existing structure per Staff instructions, and 2. Subject to a certificate of
professional survey. By roll call vote, all in favor, the motion carried.
Next order of business was request for Variance of parking, pace requirements
for applicant James T. White, propertyowner of Lot 5 of Block 51 in Original
Town (J.C, map 37 2W ;CC) at 118 North Fifth Street, Tax Lot 900. Explanation
given that applicant had appeared to Bldg. Department lZ months ago and explained
his intentions to build a third unit at that location, and the setback requested
would be adjourning a landscaped corner. Discussion. The piggyback space shown
as parking #1 and #6 would be designated to 1 apartment. Variance requested as
deletion of 20' setback into a 10' setback at the landscaped corner which will be
a low-lying planted area in order to accommodate 6 spaces the Bldg. Dept. said be
needed. Motion to approve the Variance for the parking setback from the street
to be 10' was made by Member Mann and seconded by Member Messmer instead of the
required 20' per ordinance. By roll call vote, all in favor, the motion carried
unanimously.
Planning Commission Meeting
August 1, 1978 - Council Chambers
Miscellaneous Matters
Discussion on proposed ordinance amending all rear lot alley-accesses for back
yard egress and ingress prohibition, and discussion on paving of alleys in the
downtown area; with Commissionmembers feeling at the present time that the City
should have required Developers to pave the entire alleyways adjacent to the
various properties they build on!
Query was raised about Mr. Robert Smith�,and proposed HUD housing development to
be located between South Seventh and South Ninth Streets and the extension the
Planni Commission had granted. (start-up construction time was extended. to
6/21/791.
Problem areas within the City were brought-
Browning's Ceramic Corner (shop) near Fifth and East Pine. Slow to construct
the addition, citing many responsibilities of the owner carrying 2 jobs. Request
for Bldg. Inspector to check up on the progress.
Corner of Fourth and Oak Streets, near southeast corner; duplex south of house
was required to construct. a driveway on Oak Street. No driveway yet as stipulated
by the Planning Commission and people have moved into the duplex!
Ice Cream Parlor at East Pine and Fourth Streets; parking area flow is incorrect
(! � and vehicles are backing out onto South Fourth Street. Discussion. Opinion
of Planning Commission that this may be the "stupidity" of the drivers and not
the owner's fault and the parking lot is plainly marked with striping.
Query also made as to status of "No left turn" signs approved for the First National
L_ Bank and Third and East Pine. Street on Police Chief Whalen's recommendation to
the Planning Commission in prior business. And the request that the Building Dept.
follows up on this.
No further business to come before the Commission, a motion was made by Member
McManama to adjourn, seconded by Member Nordby, and carried with all in favor.
Meeting adjourned at 8:25 P.M.
Planning Commission Secretary.
iying shrubs and rock garden atmosphere for easy maintenance. Sidewalks to be
constructed on 2 sides of the property line, as required, and the Applicants' are
willing to go into an L.I.D. District for Ninth Street Improvements when Ninth St.
is improved and they will enter a covenant on their deed so stating (with no remon-
strance aginst the City). Continuing, for the break in the siding Insp. Ritchey
recommends using "Z"-flashing at the point from 1st story to 2nd story level. Mrs.
Young agreed to add a "break-plate" on that portion next to the present Hamer
property, requested by the Commission. In motion by McManama, seconded by Loveland,
that the 1068 Review be approved subject to the recommendations that an "A-Level
Plans Examiner Approval , addition of a Break-plate and covenants entered in Deed
to partake in an L.I.D. improvement district when North Ninth Street is improved.
By roll call vote, all in favor but 1 abstaining (Emery, who removed himself from
the entire discussion in the above matter). Mrs. Young requested a letter from
the City Bldg. Inspector that the City has no objections to the plans as presented.
Mr. Ritchey will comply.
Next order of business was request for Minor Land Parition for 1954 Scenic Avenue;
J.C. map 37 21V 3AB for Tax Lot 4000, applicant Richards Wells and Mr. & Mrs. T.
Allphine prospective buyers, represented by Bob Howard. Mr. Howard passed out a
2-page prepared document recommending approval for his client. Building Insp.
Ritchey stated the Minor Partition Request and Variance must go through the Public
Rearing process because of creation of a flag lot to get to the rear lot if the
B. Public Hearing for Richard C. Wells' Request at 1954 Scenic Avenue for variance
to Code by creation of a flag lot; J. C. map 37 2W 3AB, Tax Lot 4000 to divide
property in order to sell rear portion of the existing lot as a separate tax lot.
Bob Howard, agent for the Wells' , was present with the applicants. Question from
Rich Thelen of the audience; (resident at 1924 Parkwood Ave. , Scenic Village Subd.)
"If granted, would it allow a 2-story or multi-family use?" Response from Chairman
Banks that only a single family structure is allowed in the R-1-8 Zone but the
Planning Commission couldn't restrict building to a one-story dwelling- if request
is granted. Mrs. Ruth Schumacher of 4045 Crestwood Circle stated she opposed cre-
ation of flag lots. Letter from City Atty. William C. Carter dated September 1,
1978 read into record (see letter); which cites per ordinance the definite prohibit-
ion of creation of flag. lots. Mrs. Schumacher inquired if its against City Ordi-
nances, then why is a public hearing being held? Response to her that it was the
applicant's request and is part of his rights as a propertyowner. Mr. Wells said
it would ease his financial burden to sell off. part of the land and he has a buyer
who will build immediately. Mr. Chick Schumacher spoke against the added burden of
a family with kids and an added disruption to the neighborhood. Mr. David Woolsey,
4035 Crestwood, a resident to the east of the property in discussion voiced "reserva-
tions..." when he purchased property in Scenic Village there was to,:be a park behind
them and now it will have no park!" Feels the matter runs counter to good organi-
zation. As the lot (under discussion) is already there and will remain so, why
4. The L.I.D. Agreement to have clause of "no remonstrance against the City;
5. Paving of the alley is required and a standard concrete alley approach must
be constructed on North Eights Street for egress or ingress to the parking spaces
provided. Motion seconded by Loveland. By roll call vote; Emery-Yes; Halley-Yes;
Loveland-Yes; Mann-No; McManama-No; Nordby-Yes; Waldron-Yes and Chairman Banks-No.
Motion passed with voting of 5 approving and 3 opposing and 1 member absent.
F. Preliminary Plat Review for Big Al's Restaurant to be constructed at the north-
east corner of East Pine Street at Tenth; J.C. map 37 2W 2CA Tax Lots 400, 401 and
500. Mike Mahar, Developer, was present. Bldg. Official Ritchey gave verbal
report; 27 parking spaces required and the plans show 28. Discussion on parking
on the lot in the Drive-Up Station area. Recommended slanted parking strips on
east side of parking lot after ingress from Pine Street. Drive-up Station to be
moved outward away from proposed building towards center of parking lot space; the
future widening of Pine Street has already been taken into consideration on the
plan. displayed; Traffic to flow inward (westerly) from off of Pine Street and
outward and away onto North Tenth Street' . Clyde Pope, part owner was present and
stated that most of the food served would be ordered in advance and that it would
O not be a true "fast-food" operation; their plans indicate a "sit-down restaurant"
with operating hours to be from 10 AM to 10 PM and feels there is a need for a
restaurant of this caliber in Central Point. Mr. Ritchey recommended the above
changes be ianorporated into their plans; i.e. , Drive-up station moved, and slanted
parking spaces. Discussion. Question about a left-hand-turn lane (going eastward
on Pine Street be feasible. Answer would have to come from the State Highway