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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes__________________________________ Plan Commission Minutes 1 February 1, 2022 PLAN COMMISSION MINUTES February 1, 2022 PRESENT: Michael Ford, John Kiefer, Justin Mitchell, Meredith Scheuermann, Margy Davey, Kathleen Propp, Thomas Perry, Phillip Marshall, Mamadou Coulibaly EXCUSED: Brad Spanbauer STAFF: Mark Lyons, Planning Services Manager; Kelly Nieforth, Community Development Director; Justin Gierach, Engineering Division Manager / City Engineer; Brian Slusarek, Planner; Jeffrey Nau, Associate Planner Chairperson Perry called the meeting to order at 4:00 pm. Roll call was taken and a quorum declared present. The minutes of January 18, 2022 were approved as presented. (Propp/Scheuermann) I. PUBLIC HEARING: ZONE CHANGE FROM TWO FLAT RESIDENTIAL – 10 WITH PLANNED DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY (TR-10-PD) TO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL – 9 (SR-9) FOR PROPERTIES LOCATED AT THE EAST 600 BLOCK OF GROVE STREET Site Inspections Report: Ms. Davey, Council Member Ford, and Mr. Mitchell all reported visiting the site. Staff report accepted as part of the record. The applicant requests a zone change from the existing Two Flat Residential - 10 District with Planned Development Overlay (TR-10-PD) to Single Family Residential – 9 District (SR-9). Mr. Nau presented the item. The City is requesting a zone change for the four subject parcels to SR-9 to allow the creation of a total of six single-family lots. Although the existing TR-10-PD allows single-family uses, the minimum lot width for new lot divisions is 60 feet wide which would allow the creation of five lots. The SR-9 zoning has a minimum lot width of 40 feet. For consistency, staff believes the widths of the lots should be similar to the 50-foot wide lots on the west side of Grove Street. Staff is proposing the creation of two 50-foot, one 54-foot, two 55-foot and one 65-foot corner lot for a total of six new lots. The SR-9 zoning will allow for the new lots less than 60 feet wide. Habitat for Humanity is working with the City and will be purchasing the lots. Several of the lots have already been selected by Habitat’s clients and construction is planned to occur this spring. Lots these sizes are ideal for Habitat’s mission to provide affordable homeownership for families. __________________________________ Plan Commission Minutes 2 February 1, 2022 The Comprehensive plan does recommend Neighborhood Commercial for the subject site. Staff feels there is not a conflict with the proposed zone change as the existing zoning is already a residential district. Also, the recommended land use map is meant for generalized area recommendations, not parcel-specific. Staff is of the opinion that the subject site is small enough not to require a map amendment. Staff is supportive of the zone change as it allow for the creation of single-family lots that are consistent in size with the rest of the neighborhood. Plus the new lots will help with the City’s goal to make affordable housing more available. Staff recommends approval with the findings and conditions as listed in the staff report. Mr. Perry asked for any public comments and asked if the applicant wanted to make any statements. Mr. Perry opened up technical questions to staff. Mr. Perry asked for any public comments and asked if the applicant wanted to make any statements. There were no public comments on this item. Mr. Perry closed public comments and asked if the applicant wanted to make any closing statements. There were no closing statements from the applicant. Motion by Mitchell to adopt the findings and recommendation as stated in the staff report. Seconded by Coulibaly. Council Member Ford asked what size development or reason would trigger an update to the comp plan. Mr. Lyons said if it was a substantial modification from what was already there. From being TR-10 to SR-9 already being single family allowed uses, they are similar enough in nature that a comp plan amendment is not warranted. If we were going to an entire different category of land use, then we would need to address the Comprehensive plan. But when we’re really in that same category and the base land use allows the same thing, it’s not always necessary. Motion carried 8-0. II. PUBLIC HEARING: ZONE CHANGE FROM URBAN MIXED USE DISTRICT (UMU) TO CENTRAL MIXED USE DISTRICT (CMU) AND APPROVAL OF PROJECT REVIEW FOR PROPERTIES LOCATED AT SOUTHEAST CORNER OF OREGON STREET & WEST 6TH AVENUE (600 OREGON STREET) __________________________________ Plan Commission Minutes 3 February 1, 2022 Site Inspections Report: Ms. Propp, Ms. Davey, Mr. Mitchell, and Ms. Scheuermann all reported visiting the site. Staff report accepted as part of the record. The applicant requests a zone change from the existing Urban Mixed Use District (UMU) to Central Mixed Use District (CMU). The applicant also requests approval of Central Mixed Use District Design Standards Project Review to allow building modifications, parking lot expansion, and a new garage at the southeast corner of Oregon St. & W 6th Avenue. Mr. Slusarek presented the item. The applicant is requesting a zone change for the lot immediately east of 600 Oregon St. (parcel ID 90300130101) from the existing Urban Mixed Use District (UMU) to Central Mixed Use District (CMU). This request is intended to provide consistent zoning with 600 Oregon St. to allow for the lots to be combined for expansion of the parking area and a new garage. According to the applicant, the building is not currently occupied. Proposed renovations to the building include two commercial tenant areas on the first floor and two 2-bedroom dwelling units on the second floor. Staff is supportive of the rezone request as it will allow for this 50’ wide lot to be combined with the existing mixed use property (600 Oregon St.) which will serve to accommodate improved parking for the commercial and residential units. The proposed CMU zoning designation is consistent with the 2040 Comprehensive Land Use Plan recommendation of Center City for the area. The zone change is also consistent with the South Shore Redevelopment Area Plan, which applies Central Commercial (C-3) zoning standards under the prior zoning ordinance, which corresponds with the current CMU zoning district. The applicant is proposing modifications to the existing building as well as new parking/drive surfaces and a new tenant garage. Design Standards for Central Mixed Use District Project Review apply to all new construction, building additions, and building alterations and include requirements for the following: - Urban design guidelines as determined by the Plan Commission and as evidenced by certain existing structures within the Downtown. - Building setback - Building height - Building mass - Horizontal rhythms - Vertical rhythms - Roof forms - Exterior materials - Siding - Exterior surface - Awnings and marquees - Exterior lighting - Signage __________________________________ Plan Commission Minutes 4 February 1, 2022 The applicant is proposing modifications to all existing building facades which will include the following: - West Façade- Remove existing storefront window and infill the existing first floor masonry openings and install new storefront window assembly in same openings. Replace existing concrete steps in same location. - North Façade - Replace windows in three existing openings. Create a new masonry opening near the west end and add storefront window assembly contextual to those on the west façade. This is intended to create the appearance of the Oregon St. storefront wrapping around the corner to encompass part of the north façade along 6th Avenue. Remove door, modify opening and install a new window to provide consistent appearance with the existing windows. - East Façade - Install new steps and entry door at the north end to serve apartments on the second floor and new ADA compliant exterior ramp with stairway to access the two first floor business tenant entrances. Enlarge an existing upper floor window. Replace the existing canopy of the rear entrance of 602 Oregon St. - South Façade - Replace existing windows. Replace existing door and add first floor window area at the southwest corner of the building. Exterior concrete masonry unit to remain. Staff recommends approval with the findings and conditions as listed in the staff report. Mr. Perry asked for any public comments and asked if the applicant wanted to make any statements. Mr. Perry opened up technical questions to staff. Mr. Mitchell asked if this project impacts the site to the east with the reduction of that lot and the garage there, is the ability of any cross traffic off the road a concern. Mr. Lyons said this site was previously owned by the Redevelopment Authority and the developer is proposing a 4 unit townhome style that will fit nicely to the east. Ms. Propp asked if the Landmarks Committee should’ve weighed in on this because it’s a historical building. Mr. Lyons said that he doesn’t think it’s a local landmark building, but he will check. Mr. Perry asked for any public comments and asked if the applicant wanted to make any statements. Chet Wesenberg, Wesenberg Architects, made himself available for questions. __________________________________ Plan Commission Minutes 5 February 1, 2022 Sheila and Jeremy Kanter, 2130 Doty St, said this project is exactly what they wanted to see and what they look forward to producing. There were no public comments on this item. Mr. Perry closed public comments and asked if the applicant wanted to make any closing statements. There were no closing statements from the applicant. Motion by Propp to adopt the findings and recommendation as stated in the staff report. Seconded by Kiefer. Motion carried 9-0. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at approximately 4:24 pm. (Scheuermann/Kiefer) Respectfully Submitted, Mark Lyons Planning Services Manager