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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-71MARCH 10, 2009 09 -71 RESOLUTION (CARRIED 4 -3 LOST LAID OVER WITHDRAWN ) PURPOSE: APPROVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ON RYF ROAD FOR THE OSHKOSH AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT INITIATED BY: OSHKOSH AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Found to be consistent with Section 30 -11(D) and Approved w /Conditions BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Oshkosh that a conditional use permit for construction of an elementary school with associated site improvements on the north side of Ryf Road, west of USH 45, per the attached, is hereby approved with the following conditions: 1) If wet ponds, the detention basins are to be designed without riprap above the water line and native plants to be planted on the side slopes of the basin and emergent plants on the safety shelf with final design to be approved by the Department of Community Development. 2) Traffic and circulation on and to the site be adjusted based on recommendations of the future traffic impact analysis with approval /concurrence of the Department of Transportation. 0 QYHKO1H ON THE WATER TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council FROM: Jackson Kinn Director of Co unity Development DATE: March 5, 2009 RE: Approve Conditional Use Permit for an Elementary School on Ryf Road for the Oshkosh Area School District (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) BACKGROUND /SUBJECT PROPERTY A conditional use permit is being requested to develop a PreK -5 elementary school with associated site improvements on a 38.9 acre parcel of school district owned land north of 2351 Ryf Road. The parcel is undeveloped and surrounded by agricultural land to the north and west, the WIOUWASH Recreational Trail to the east, and a church and residential subdivision to the south across Ryf Road. During the Plan Commission meeting some questions were raised about the review prerogatives related to conditional use permits and the ability to approve or reject a particular conditional use permit request. In that regard, the issuance of a conditional use permit is governed by Section 30 -11 (D) of the Zoning Ordinance that establishes several criteria for CUP issuance. Those relevant standards are as follows: 1) Will not have a negative effect upon the health, safety, and general welfare of occupants of surrounding lands; and 2) Will be designed, constructed, operated, and maintained so as to be harmonious, and be appropriate in appearance with the existing or intended character of the general vicinity, and that such a use will not change the essential character of the same area: and 3) Will not be hazardous or disturbing to existing or future neighboring uses; and 4) Will not be detrimental to property in the immediate vicinity or to the community as a whole; and 5) Will be served adequately by essential public facilities and services such as highways, streets, police and fire protection, drainage structures, refuse disposal and schools and that the persons or agencies responsible for the establishment of the proposed use shall be able to provide adequately any such service; and 6) Will have vehicular approaches to the property which shall be so designed as not to create an interference with traffic on surrounding public streets, alleys, roads, or sidewalks. The question at hand before the Council is whether or not the proposed school meets the standards of review for issuance of a conditional use permit. Additionally, the Council may impose conditions to ensure that the above standards are met. ANALYSIS The School District is proposing to develop a two story 89,600 square foot structure with capacity for up to 550 students and 60 staff members with hours of operation from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm on weekdays with after school programs running until 5:30 pm. Site improvements include two multi- purpose playing fields, hard and soft surface play grounds, a service and loading area, two parking lots (one for student drop -off and visitor parking and one for bus drop - off and staff parking) and stormwater retention facilities. The subject property is large enough to accommodate the proposed school as well as having additional area for expansion. Access and parking /drop -off at the site has been designed to correct many of the problems currently experienced at Carl Traeger by creating more stacking and drop -off areas and having separate bus and employee parking areas. Additionally, a condition has been recommended to require that a Traffic Impact Analysis be performed for the site prior to any site development. Development of the site should not have any negative impacts on surrounding properties in the area as the areas to the north and west are undeveloped farmland that is recommended for future residential development. FISCAL IMPACT No City service providers have expressed any concerns with regard to providing service to the proposed school at current service levels. RECOMMENDATION The Plan Commission approved of this request at its March 3, 2009 meeting. Approved, City Manager ITEM: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO DEVELOP A NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE 2300 BLOCK OF RYF ROAD Plan Commission meeting of March 3, 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Applicant: Larry Bray, Bray Associates Architects, Inc. Owner: Oshkosh Area School District Action(s) Requested: The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to develop a PreK -5 elementary school with associated site improvements. Applicable Ordinance Provisions: School uses are permitted through conditional use permits in R -1 Single Family Residence Zoning District as regulated in Section 30 -17 (A) of the Zoning Ordinance. Standards imposed on Conditional Use Permits are located in Section 30 -11 (D) of the Zoning Ordinance. Background Information Property Location and Type: A petition for a conditional use permit to construct an elementary school north of the Community Church at 2351 Ryf Road came before the Plan Commission on November 06, 2001 (minutes excerpt attached) but was withdrawn before going to Common Council due to the failure of the referendum that would have provided funding. This application is similar to the original but reflects an increase in the size of the school structure itself from 57,000 square feet to 89,000 square feet and an increase in capacity from 350 students to 550 students. The subject property is part of the 2001 Ryf Road II Annexation and is an undeveloped 38.9 acre parcel of land surrounded by agricultural land to the north and west, the WIOUWASH Recreational Trail to the east, and a church and residential subdivision to the south across Ryf Road. Adiacent Land Use and Zonin ,.,, County A- 2:General North Agricultural Farmin South Residential Subdivision (Single-family) R -1 County P- 1:Public Rec. Park & County RR:Rural East Residential (Two- family and Single-family) Residential County A- 2:General West Agricultural Farming ANALYSIS The School District is proposing to develop a new two -story 89,600 square foot PreK -5 elementary school with capacity for up to 550 students and approximately 60 staff. Other site improvements include two multi - purpose playing fields, hard and soft surface play grounds, a service and loading area, two parking lots (one for student drop -off and visitor parking and one for bus drop -off and staff parking) and stormwater detention. Primary operation hours are from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm on weekdays with after school programs running until approximately 5:30 pm. The occasional community function is also anticipated to take place at the school and include the use of the community room and the playing fields. Site Plan The proposed site plan involves two three -lane access drives to Ryf Road, a visitor parking lot of 97 spaces and dedicated student drop -off, an employee parking lot of 81 stalls with dedicated bus drop -off, a two -story 89,600 square foot PreK -5 elementary school, two playing fields, hard and soft surface play areas, bicycle racks and stormwater retention facilities. The WIOUWASH pedestrian trail is located on the east adjacent to the property. The development as proposed appears to meet Zoning Ordinance requirements with the exception of future landscape islands being needed within the visitor parking area. The site is proposed to consist of 1.5 acres for building (4 %), 4.3 acres of hard surface (11 %) and 33.2 acres of greenspace (85 %). Landscaping Landscaping at the site has not been formally designed but a conceptual plan has been submitted to provide the Plan Commission an idea that the landscaping will be designed to consist of shrub and tree plantings situated primarily at the drop -off and parking islands and as a buffer to the parking lots. Landscaping is also situated near the stormwater retention areas and at the building itself. The quantities and type of plant materials included in the landscape plan will be required to meet Zoning Code requirements. Stormwater Although the site plans depict two storm water retention areas, formal grading /erosion control/stormwater plans have not been included with the submission and will be required to be developed in conjunction with zoning review and construction plans. Because details of stormwater pond plantings have not been included in the landscape plan and because the basins are in residential areas, if wet ponds are utilized, a more "natural" style of detention basin should be constructed that would involve planting of emergent plants in the safety shelf area and native plants on the side slopes. Lighting & Signage A site lighting plan has been submitted that appears compliant with the Zoning Ordinance for light levels at the property line and types of light fixtures. Signage plans have not been included with the submittal and will be required to meet the regulations of the Zoning Code. Item -Ryf Road CUP /School 2 10 Year Land Use Recommendation Public Institutional - School 20 Year Land Use Recommendation Public Institutional - School ANALYSIS The School District is proposing to develop a new two -story 89,600 square foot PreK -5 elementary school with capacity for up to 550 students and approximately 60 staff. Other site improvements include two multi - purpose playing fields, hard and soft surface play grounds, a service and loading area, two parking lots (one for student drop -off and visitor parking and one for bus drop -off and staff parking) and stormwater detention. Primary operation hours are from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm on weekdays with after school programs running until approximately 5:30 pm. The occasional community function is also anticipated to take place at the school and include the use of the community room and the playing fields. Site Plan The proposed site plan involves two three -lane access drives to Ryf Road, a visitor parking lot of 97 spaces and dedicated student drop -off, an employee parking lot of 81 stalls with dedicated bus drop -off, a two -story 89,600 square foot PreK -5 elementary school, two playing fields, hard and soft surface play areas, bicycle racks and stormwater retention facilities. The WIOUWASH pedestrian trail is located on the east adjacent to the property. The development as proposed appears to meet Zoning Ordinance requirements with the exception of future landscape islands being needed within the visitor parking area. The site is proposed to consist of 1.5 acres for building (4 %), 4.3 acres of hard surface (11 %) and 33.2 acres of greenspace (85 %). Landscaping Landscaping at the site has not been formally designed but a conceptual plan has been submitted to provide the Plan Commission an idea that the landscaping will be designed to consist of shrub and tree plantings situated primarily at the drop -off and parking islands and as a buffer to the parking lots. Landscaping is also situated near the stormwater retention areas and at the building itself. The quantities and type of plant materials included in the landscape plan will be required to meet Zoning Code requirements. Stormwater Although the site plans depict two storm water retention areas, formal grading /erosion control/stormwater plans have not been included with the submission and will be required to be developed in conjunction with zoning review and construction plans. Because details of stormwater pond plantings have not been included in the landscape plan and because the basins are in residential areas, if wet ponds are utilized, a more "natural" style of detention basin should be constructed that would involve planting of emergent plants in the safety shelf area and native plants on the side slopes. Lighting & Signage A site lighting plan has been submitted that appears compliant with the Zoning Ordinance for light levels at the property line and types of light fixtures. Signage plans have not been included with the submittal and will be required to meet the regulations of the Zoning Code. Item -Ryf Road CUP /School 2 Access Pedestrian access is afforded by the inclusion of sidewalks from all parking areas and from several points on Ryf Road as well as a potential trail connection to the WIOUWASH pedestrian trail. Vehicular access includes two three -lane entrances from Ryf Road. One leads to the staff parking area and bus drop - off /loading area and also provides access to a service lane leading around the back of the building. The other drive leads to the visitor parking area and parent drop -off area as well as the service and loading area and service lane to the back of the building. The student drop -off in relation to stacking and automobile back -up into the public right of way has been problematic at other schools within the city and special attention has been given to the student drop -off area so as to not create a similar situation at the new school site. The design of the parent drop- off /visitor parking lot focuses on separating the parking area from the drop -off area and to create a long stacking area (to provide stacking for a maximum of 75 automobiles) and many options for children to safely exit vehicles and enter the school without the need to cross unmarked traffic lanes. The northern portion of the lot has been designated as a drop -off and pick -up area and also has a "thru- traffic" lane. The southern portion of the lot is for longer term parking and contains two drive lanes. An oversized and emphasized crosswalk is included as well as sidewalk access from all areas of the lot. A traffic impact analysis will be undertaken following the passing of the referendum in April and will encompass a 10 year future analysis of the uses and potential traffic and circulation impact on the area and will provide recommendations for potential internal and external adjustments to address issues. Building The school structure is proposed as a two -story structure with a height of 31 feet to the flat roof, though the central area has a peaked roof with a height of approximately 40 feet. The buildings front (south) fagade is approximately 475 feet long but is broken up with multiple rooflines, recessed areas, windows and building material changes. Two styles of brick comprise the vast majority of the building materials of the structure and are used to make a 4 foot high knee wall around the base of the walls. Precast stone accent bands are placed at multiple locations on all sides of the building and wood/ext. aluminum clad windows and aluminum frame glass doors help to provide relief from the bulk of the building itself. The overall design of the school is very architecturally pleasing. RECOMMENDATION /CONDITIONS The Department of Community Development recommends a finding that the proposed conditional use permit request is consistent with Section 30 -11(D) of the Zoning Ordinance and be approved with the following conditions: 1) If wet ponds, the detention basins are to be designed without rip rap above the water line and native plants to be planted on the side slopes of the basin and emergent plants on the safety shelf with final design to be approved by the Department of Community Development. 2) Traffic and circulation on and to the site be adjusted based on recommendations of the future traffic impact analysis with approval /concurrence of the Department of Transportation. The Plan Commission approved of the conditional use permit with conditions noted. The following is the Plan Commission's discussion on this item. Item -Ryf Road CUP /School Mr. Buck presented the item and stated that the petition was similar to the original application which came before the Plan Commission in November 2001 but was withdrawn before going to Common Council due to the failure of the referendum that would have provided funding. This application reflects an increase in the size of the school to 89,000 square feet with an increase in capacity to 550 students. The land was annexed into the City in 2001 and Mr. Buck reviewed the site plan and explained the re- design of the parking area in the southern section of the site. Formal landscaping and stormwater plans have yet to be submitted as well as signage for the site. Lighting plans appear to be compliant with code requirements and a traffic impact analysis will be completed providing the referendum passes. The features of the building structure were also reviewed. Mr. Fojtik questioned if the site plans may not be final based on the results of the traffic study. Mr. Buck responded that the Commission members were being asked to approve the concept for the conditional use permit only at this time as the item still needs to pass on the forthcoming referendum in April. The CUP requires approval first from the Plan Commission and subsequently the Common Council and would be in place for 12 months after approval. Mr. Esslinger questioned what the ramifications would be if this item was not approved by the Plan Commission and Common Council. Mr. Burich replied that the proposal cannot move forward without the CUP approval and commented that the decision of whether the land use was appropriate was the issue before the Commission not anything regarding the upcoming referendum. Commission members briefly discussed the procedures of approving the site and the subsequent referendum approving funding. Ms. Mattox questioned the layout of the drop -off area. Mr. Buck clarified how the drop -off and parking area was to function for the safety of the students entering and exiting vehicles. Scott Altman, 45 Sunnyview Avenue, Business Director for the Oshkosh Area School District, and Larry Bray, Bray Associates Architects, were both present for any questions regarding this request. Mr. Bray commented that the parking lots were separated for safety purposes with the drop -off areas for students. Mr. Altman stated that the new elementary school being proposed was to accommodate the students from Oaklawn and Sunset schools. Ms. Mattox questioned with all the impervious surface being added to the area, if sustainability initiatives were being incorporated into the construction of the school. Mr. Bray commented that the heating, ventilating, and air conditioning system proposed would utilize ground heat to assist in heating the structure. Mr. Esslinger asked if there were studies completed for long term enrollment projections. Item- RyfRoad CUP /School Mr. Altman responded that they were presently accepting bids for such a study to be completed. Mr. Esslinger commented that he felt that enrollment projections should have been completed prior to proposing to build a new school and questioned if all the students would be bussed to this facility. Mr. Altman stated that the school board feels that the new school is necessary and confirmed that the students would be bussed to that location. Mr. Thoms asked why this site was selected. Mr. Altman replied that of the number of properties reviewed, the school district already owns this site and that the positive and negative aspects of all the sites were considered. Mr. Buck commented that the Comprehensive Plan has this area designated for institutional use. Mr. Nollenberger questioned if the opinion of the school board should be considered as part of the Plan Commission's decision on this request. Mr. Burich stated that the approval of a conditional use permit has particular standards when considering whether one should be granted. He reviewed the CUP standards to be considered when reviewing a proposal and stated that the Commission members should be considering the appropriateness of the site based on these standards when contemplating approval. Ms. Mattox asked if a prairie -style structure was considered when developing the design of the structure, and also inquired about the screening on the roof, and voiced her concern about the lack of sidewalks in the development to the south of the proposed school. She also had concerns with the students from Oaklawn School traveling 4 -5 miles to get to the new facility. Mr. Bray stated that numerous variations were considered for the style of the structure but the one that was selected was based on a more contemporary view and the flat roof was interior pitched as it contained a water management system for stormwater runoff. The screening on the roof was mainly surrounding the mechanicals located there. Mr. Altman stated that they were not concerned with the lack of sidewalks in the residential area to the south as most students were not walking to school in this generation. He further stated that parents were surveyed prior to this site being selected and the responses were positive regarding this location. Ms. Propp commented that Commission members' personal feelings on the referendum should not be considered and the matter at hand was determining if the site was appropriate for a school. Several other Commissioners agreed. Mr. Thorns stated that he was concerned with the timing of the process. Mr. Esslinger agreed. Motion by Esslinger to appoint the conditional use permit to develop a new elementary school on the north side of the 2300 block of Ryf Road with the following conditions: Item -Ryf Road CUP /school 1) If wet ponds, the detention basins are to be designed without rip rap above the water line and native plants to be planted on the side slopes of the basin and emergent plants on the safety shelf with final design to be approved by the Department of Community Development. 2) Traffic and circulation on and to the site be adjusted based on recommendations of the future traffic impact analysis with approval /concurrence of the Department of Transportation. Seconded by Propp. Motion carried 7 -0. Item- RyfRoad CUP /School Plan Commission Minutes Page 5 November 6, 2001 Mrs. Bloechl noted Mr. Kowalik had indicated a medical tenant was in place for building one, and questioned who would be occupying building 2, and if a cross access parking agreement would apply. Mr. Kowalik stated that Westowne is working with a number of tenants at this time, and trying to fit everyone into a logical location. He also mentioned a cross access parking agreement would apply between the two buildings. Mrs. Bloechl also asked if these buildings were designed for expansion. Mr. Kowalik stated the parking area was at maximum use, therefore expansion wouldn't be possible. Mr. Kowalik also stated that in regard to the traffic study he would be glad to act as the liaison between the property owners and the Department of Transportation to get the study undeway. Mr. Kinney stated they have been working with the property owners in the development to coordinate the financing for a traffic impact analysis study and would also need to coordinate the project with the Department of Transportation. He stated they hoped to have the study underway within the next couple months. Mr. Ruppenthal questioned if the intersection of State Highway 21 and Westhaven Drive would be serviced by a stoplight. Mr. Kowalik stated there are plans for a stoplight at Westhaven Drive and State Road 21. Mr. Blassingame questioned if there was a limit for the height of signage in the development. Mr. Tucker stated 20' was the maximum height for signage in a C -2 District. Chairman Borsuk questioned if a condition should be added for a transportation impact analysis study to be done. Mr. Kinney stated he didn't feel that would be necessary for this development. He preferred not to delay any further development, and stated they would work with the owners in the area to get the study underway. Motion by Ruppenthal for approval of a Conditional Use Permit/Development Plan for construction of two commercial buildings that will be used for office /retail development (per the attached site plan), subject to the following conditions: 1) A landscape plan be submitted to and approved by the Department of Community Development prior to a building permit being issued. 2) The parking area on the east side of the site be screened in accordance with Section 30 -35(1) of the City of Oshkosh Zoning Ordinance. Seconded by Timmerman. Motion carried 9 -0. VII: RYF ROAD II ANNEXATION Oshkosh Area School District, petitioner /owner, requests Plan Commission review and approval of the Ryf Road II Annexation for property generally located on the north side of Ryf Road, north of the Community Church at 2351 Ryf Road in the Town of Oshkosh. Temporary and permanent zoning of R- 1 Single Family District has been requested. Brad Cauffinan, Oshkosh Area School District, stated he was available to answer any questions the Plan Commission may have. 4A Plan Commission Minutes Page 6 November 6, 2001 Mrs. Bloechl questioned why the school district needed 38.89 acres. Mr. Cauffinan stated the area would be a multi -use property. He displayed the site plan, pointing out the layout of the school, the area planned for a future middle school, expansion of the elementary school if growth continues, and the athletic fields that will be used in conjunction with the Oshkosh Recreation Department. Robert Jacobson, 4285 Hwy. 110, questioned if the property wasn't already in the City. Chairman Borsuk stated it was not in the City at this time, but in the Town of Oshkosh. Mr. Heinemann questioned how close this property was to the Winneconne School District, Mr. Cauffinan stated it was approximately 10 —15 miles from the Winneconne School District depending on where the boundary line lies. He stated when the referendum passes they would be in position to swap land with the Winneconne School District for more sensible boundary lines between the Winneconne School District and the Oshkosh Area School District. Motion by Bloechl for approval of the Ryf Road Annexation for property generally located on the north side of Ryf Road, north of the Community Church at 2351 Ryf Road in the Town of Oshkosh with temporary and permanent zoning of R -1 Single Family Residence District. Seconded by Blassingame. Motion carried 9 -0. VIII: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A NEW ELEMENTARY AND FUTURE MIDDLE SCHOOL: RYF ROAD Oshkosh Area School District, petitioner /owner, requests Plan Commission review and approval of Conditional Use Permit for a new elementary and future middle school for property generally located on the north side of Ryf Road, north of the Community Church at 2351 Ryf Road in the Town of Oshkosh. Mrs. Bloechl questioned if the request for a Conditional Use Permit wasn't premature at this time. Mr. Cauffinan stated the Oshkosh Area School District's goal was to have the new school open in August of 2003, therefore timing was important to be in sync with the State Highway 110 project. Discussion continued as to what steps would betaken if the referendum failed. Chairman Borsuk questioned if there was a site plan at this time for a future middle school, and for expansion of the elementary school. Mr. Cauffman stated there are no architectural plans for a middle school at this time. He went on to explain the existing plans for the elementary school can accommodate 235 students, and it.has been structurally designed to add on to each wing for a capacity of 350 students. Chairman Borsuk stated he would like the entire plan to be presented so the Plan Commission can more effectively plan for the future. He suggested a workshop be held with the school district to discuss long range planning to enable the Commission to make better decisions regarding land use. Chairman Borsuk also questioned if a traffic study was being done to determine the improvements needed for the rural roads in this area. Mr. Kinney stated improvements would be made to bring the road up to urban standards. He asked Mr. Patek if improvements were included in the Capital Improvements Program budget. Mr. Patek stated improvements for Ryf Road had been taken out of the 2003 budget. sA Plan Commission Minutes Page 7 November 6, 2001 Randy Hughes, 2440 Vinland Road, stated he had been involved with boundary line changes when decisions needed to be made regarding the growth at Sunset School, and his children went through traumatic experiences changing schools in the middle of their elementary years. He noted that the ongoing boundary line discussions with the Oshkosh Area School District have been a very emotional issue and urged the Plan Commission to approve the Conditional Use Permit to make a north side neighborhood school setting a reality, the same as it is on the south and west sides of Oshkosh. Motion by Pressley for approval of a Conditional Use Permit for the construction of a new elementary school and future middle school to be found consistent with standards set forth in Section 30 -11 (D) of the Zoning Ordinance with the following conditions: 1) Approval of the CUP is contingent on approval of the Ryf Road II Annexation.. 2) Submission and approval of a landscape plan by the Department of Community Development and that the landscape plan be completely installed prior to the issuance of occupancy permits. Seconded by Timmerman. Motion carried 6 -3. Nays: Bloechl, Gehling, and Heinemann IX: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A SIX AND A HALF STORY MIXED COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURE ON THE 100 BLOCK N. MAIN ST. Robert Niebauer and Ben Ganther, Professional Realty and Development Corporation, petitioner for 100 Block LLC, prospective owner, requests Plan Commission review and approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for the construction of a 6 1 /2 story mixed commercial /residential structure on the 100 block of N. Main Street. The subject property is zoned C -3DO Central Commercial District with a Downtown Overlay which does allow mixed use commercial/residential structures by CUP. Mr. Kinney introduced the item stating the first floor of the structure would be for commercial use, while the remaining 5 floors would be for residential use. He stated the front of the building would be oriented towards Main Street. He went on to review the parking available for the tenants. Mr. Reschenberg questioned the setback of the structure on Main Street. Mr. Kinney explained that the colored rendering did not accurately depict the setback. Mr. Kinney pointed out that the building would be located immediately off the property line, and this was seen as desirable for a building in downtown, where it's important that a street wall be provided. Bob Niebauer, introduced himself and Ben Ganther, partners of the 100 Block LLC. Mr. Niebauer displayed the site plan noting the projection of the building to the lot line. He stated architectural techniques and planters would be used to soften the.facades. He also stated canopies would be used either over the windows or the entrance doors. Mr. Ruppenthal questioned if the underground parking access was on the south end of the building. Mr. Niebauer stated access for the underground parking would be in the middle of the south end of the building off of Ceape Avenue. Chairman Borsuk stated accessing the underground parking from Ceape Avenue would be a dangerous situation. Discussion followed regarding Ceape Avenue being a one -way street to the east, not having the access off of State Street because of the number of on- street parking stalls needed, and the additional access off of Otter Avenue. 1. Of HKOJ'H ON THE WATER APPLICANT INFORMATION City of Oshkosh Application Conditional Use Permit * *PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT USING BLACK INK ** SUBMIT TO: Dept. of Community Development 215 Church Ave., P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, Wisconsin 54903 -1130 PHONE: (920) 236 -5059 Petitioner: Bray Associates Architects Inc Date: 02/09/09 Petitioner's Address: 1202A N. 8th Street City: Sheboygan State: WI Zip: 53081 Telephone #: ( 920 ) 459 -4200 — Fax:( 920 ) 459 -4205 Other Contact # or Email: lbray@—brUarch.com Status of Petitioner (Please Check ❑ Owner 0 A Representative ❑ Tenant ❑ Prospective Buyer • &M"-- L Petitioner's Signature (required . Date: 02/09/09 OWNER INFORMATION 0 Owner(s): Oshkosh Area School District Date: 02/09/09 Owner(s) Address: 215 S. Eagle Street City: Oshkosh State: WI Zip: 54903 Telephone #: ( 920 ) 424 -0395 _ Fax:( 920 ) 424 -0466 - Other Contact # or Email: bette.lang0)oshkosh.kl2.wi.us Ownership Status (Please Check): ❑ Individual ❑ Trust ❑ Partnership ❑ Corporation Property Owner Consent: (required) By signature hereon, UWe acknowledge that City officials and/or employees may, in the performance of their functions, enter upon the property to inspect or gather other information necessary to process, this application. I also understand that all meeting dates are tentative and may be postponed by the Planning *ices Division fo� complete submissions or other administrative reasons. Property Owner's SITE INFORMATION Date: 02/09/09 Address/Location of Proposed Project: Ryf Road — no current address (see attached site plans) Proposed Project Type: Elementary school Current Use of Property: Vacant Zoning: R -1 Single Family Land Uses Surrounding Your Site: North: A -2 General Agricultural: farm field South: R -1 Single Family: church, single family dwellings East: A -2 General Agricultural: farm buildings and single family dwellings West: A -2 General Agricultural: farm field "Please note that a meeting notice will be mailed to all abutting property owners regarding your request. ➢ Application fees are due at time of submittal. Make check payable to City of Oshkosh. ➢ Please refer to the fee schedule for appropriate fee. FEE IS NON - REFUNDABLE For more information please the City's website at www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/ Community _ Development /P.lanning.htm Staff Date RecJ 7 Briefly explain how the proposed conditional use will not have a negative effect on the issues below. 1. Health, safety, and general welfare of occupants of surrounding lands. This elementary school will be a positive addition to its neighborhood. The addition of sidewalks and possible road improvements will increase the safety of occupants of surrounding lands. It will also provide outdoor recreation opportunities for the community. 2. Pedestrian and vehicular circulation and safety. Sidewalks will improve pedestrian safety. Vehicular traffic will increase but will be managed with ample parking and a well- organized pick -up and drop -off area. Future road improvements may also increase safety and convenience. There will be separate car and bus areas to again improve all users' safety. 3. Noise, air, water, or other forms of environmental pollution. Pollution associated with elementary schools is minimal. Any noise will be limited to outdoor activities during the day and occasional evening soccer matches. Water runoff will be managed on -site. There are no aspects of this project that will negatively impact the surrounding environment. 4. The demand for and availability of public services and facilities. The school will include a community room devoted to serving as a public meeting space. The school will include two soccer fields and outdoor playground areas. Separating educational and public use spaces (i.e., gymnasium /cafeteria) within the design will allow for not only public use but also increased building security. 5. Character and future development of the area. A new elementary school will make the area a desirable neighborhood in which to live. An attractive looking building will improve the character of the area. The Oshkosh Area School District hopes to continue the tradition of architectural excellence with the design of its newest elementary school. SUBMITTAL REOUIREMENTS — Must accompany the application to be complete. ➢ A narrative of the proposed conditional use and project including: • Proposed use of the property • Existing use of the property • Identification of structures on the property and discussion of their relation to the project 0 Projected number of residents, employees, and/or daily customers Z Proposed amount of dwelling units, floor area, landscape area, and parking area expressed in square feet and acreage to the nearest one - hundredth of an acre 0 Effects on adjoining properties to include: noise, hours of operation, glare, odor, fumes, vibration, etc. 99 Surrounding land uses • Compatibility of the proposed use with adjacent and other properties in the area • Traffic generation ❑ Any other information pertinent to adequate understanding of the intended use and its relation to nearby properties ➢ A complete site plan including: 1@ Two (2) full size (24" x 36 ") scaled and dimensioned prints of site plan and building elevations l] Two (2) 8 %z" x 11 (minimum) to 11" x 17" (maximum) reduction of the building elevations and site plan • One compact disc or diskette with digital plans and drawings of the project in AutoCAD 2000 format with fonts and plot style table file (if plans have been prepared digitally) • Title block that provides all contact information for the petitioner and/or owner, if different • Full name and contact information of petitioner's engineers /surveyors /architects, or other design professionals used in the plan preparation 21 The date of the original plan and latest date of revision to the plan R1 A north arrow and graphic scale. Said scale is not to be smaller than one inch equals sixty feet (1 " =60') unless otherwise approved by the Department of Community Development prior to submittal • All property lines and existing and proposed right -of -way lines with bearings and dimensions clearly labeled • All required building setback and offset lines • All existing and proposed buildings, structures, and paved areas, including building entrances, walks, drives, decks, patios, fences, walls • Location of all outdoor storage and refuse disposal areas and the design and materials used for construction • Location and dimension of all on -site parking (and off -site parking provisions if they are to be employed), including a summary of the number of parking stalls provided per the requirements of Section 30 -36 City of Oshkosh Zoning Ordinance • Location and dimension of all loading and service areas on the subject property • Location, height, design, illumination power and orientation of all exterior lighting on the property including a photometrics plan M Location of all exterior mechanical equipment and utilities and elevations of proposed screening devices where applicable (i.e. visible from a public street or residential use or district). Mechanical equipment includes, but is not limited to; HVAC equipment, electrical transformers and boxes, exhaust flues, plumbing vents, gas regulators, generators P:IPROJECTSV900- 2950 2947 - OSHKOSH AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT CONDITIONAL USEIDESIGWEAMCITY OF OSHKOSH APPLICATION- CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT.DOC 2 a OSHKOSH AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN BRAY PROJECT NO. 2941 Bray Associates Architects, Inc. Sheboygan, Wisconsin February 9, 2009 CITY OF OSHKOSH APPLICATION - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT SUBIVIITTAL REQUIREMENTS ➢ A narrative of the proposed conditional use and project including: 0 Proposed use of the property Construct a new 89,600 square foot, two -story PreK -5 elementary school for between 500 and 550 students. The exterior design is influenced by the historical style known as the Beaux Arts Classical. This is a style brought to prominence in Oshkosh around the turn of the twentieth century by the well -known architect,. William Waters. The Grand Opera House; Oshkosh Public Library and Public Museum are all prominent examples of his work, known for its symmetrical and balanced fagade. His designs were often characterized by stone or brick construction, arched doors and windows, thoughtful floor plans, and strong civic presence. The floor plan is based on two major zones —public and educational. The educational zone has four areas: early childhood and kindergarten, primary (first and second grades), intermediate (third through fifth grades) and IMC/library resource. In the public zone we have the community gathering room (for small groups), cafeteria and gymnasium; two exploratories (music and art classrooms); and the building operation center located on the west side of the building. The administrative office will be located at the front of the building, providing both a good view of the parking area and a secure, lockable vestibule to improve security. 0 Existing use of the property The property is currently zoned R -1 Single Family Residential and is now vacant. 0 Identification of structures on the property and discussion of their relation to the project No structures currently exist on the property. 0 Projected number of residents, employees, and /or daily customers Students: 500 to 550 Faculty /Staff: 60 (includes full and part-time equivalents) Parents: Drop -off and pick -up (approximately 125 to 150 per day) City of Oshkosh Conditional Use Permit Submittal February 9, 2009 Pagel of 3 9 0 Proposed amount of dwelling units, floor area, landscape area, and parking area expressed in square feet and acreage to the nearest one - hundredth of an acre 1. Total site area: 2. Building footprint area: 3. Hard surface: Bituminous: Concrete: Total: 4. Green space: Will be seeded as part of the development 1,693,924.5 sq.ft. / 38.887 acres 63,889.0 sq.ft. / 1.467 acres 159,237.0 sq.ft. / 3.656 acres 26,330.0 sq.ft. / 0.604 acres 185,567.0 sq.ft. / 4.260 acres 1,444,915.5 sq.ft. / 33.171 acres 679,400.0 sq.ft. / 15.597 acres 0 Effects on adjoining properties to include: noise, hours of operation, glare, odor, fumes, vibration, etc. The primary hours of operation for the proposed school will be between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on weekdays. Possible nuisances during these hours will include those associated with morning and afternoon bus traffic, parent pick -up and drop -off, daily deliveries, children playing outdoors, occasional sporting events, and occasional fire drills. The after - school program may operate until approximately 5:30 p.m. The proposed school will also support occasional community functions that take place outside the primary hours of operation. These evening and weekend events may include use of the "community room" and use of the soccer fields. All of the exterior lighting for this project -will be building mounted. These fixtures will be of the cut -off type in order to reduce glare for the.surrounding neighbors. The parking lot light poles will not exceed 18' -0" in height per City of Oshkosh requirements and will also be the full cut -off type. A 35 kW exterior mounted natural gas emergency generator will be provided (see attached). The generator will be housed in a weatherproof and soundproof enclosure. All exterior mechanical/electrical equipment and dumpsters will be screened within masonry enclosures. Please see attached drawings. 0 Surrounding land use The subject property zoned R -1 Single Family Residential is located along the northern boundary of the City of Oshkosh. It is bordered to the south by additional R -1 Single Family Residential property in the City of Oshkosh. The property to the north, west and east is located in the Town of Oshkosh and zoned A -2 General Farming District. 0 Compatibility of the proposed use with adjacent and other properties in the area The proposed elementary school will be very compatible with the surrounding uses and expanding residential area. Noise, glare, odor, fumes and vibration will be minimal. Furthermore, the proposed elementary school has the potential to benefit its immediate neighbors as well as the broader community. The "community room" (with its own kitchenette and restroom) will provide meeting space for various community groups. The play equipment, athletic fields, hard surface play areas and open green space City of Oshkosh Conditional Use Permit Submittal February 9, 2009 Page 2 of 3 provide an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities to be enjoyed by all. A connection to the adjacent Wiowash Trail will provide recreational opportunities to community members of all ages. 21 Traffic generation Traffic generation for the proposed elementary school will come in three main forms —staff automotive traffic, parent automotive traffic and bus traffic. Staff traffic will account for approximately 60 automobiles per day coming to and from the school. The anticipated direction would be from Highway 45 to Ryf Road and then entering the site. Traffic flow for staff would be staggered between 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Parental traffic is anticipated to account for approximately 125 to 150 automobiles per day. Again, the same traffic pattern from Highway 45 is anticipated; however, some traffic may come from the south and west as the residential area further develops. Traffic flow for parents would be spread from 7:15 to 8:00 in the morning. A concentrated pick -up time of 3:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. should be anticipated. Bus traffic will account for up to 12 buses. Traffic flow for buses will be spread from 7:30 to 8:00 in the morning and concentrated in the afternoon from 3:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., following the same pattern as the parental traffic. A more detailed traffic impact analysis would be undertaken by the school district if the proposed April 2009 referendum is approved by the electorate. This study would be conducted to Wisconsin Department of Transportation guidelines, which means a ten -year future analysis and more detailed reporting format. Elements of that study would include: • Analysis of peak -hour traffic during mornings and afternoons, in concert with expected start and dismissal of classes Opening year and ten -year horizons Focus on the site's driveways and three intersections: Ryf Road and County Road S; Ryf Road/County Road T and Route 45 southbound entry/exit ramp; and Ryf Road/County Road T and Route 45 northbound entry/exit ramp ❑ Any other information pertinent to adequate understanding of the intended use and its relation to nearby properties PAPROJECTZ2900- 295012947 -OSHKOSH AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT CONDITIONAL USEIDESIGN%FEASICITY OF OSHKOSH CONDITIONAL USE SUBMITTAL.DOC City of Oshkosh Conditional Use Permit Submittal February 9, 2009 Page 3 of 3 11 Wm YNTF' S065P'W64 OWBSrau -1 o0 !� \ Goo-mmaW3ma -4s P 2! b 2� m L S16me'QaliB,eval 100405 AJDlu9UJa13 PasodaJd ,. s s E S N pie"I'uopepuno� pps ,d d `� > j ' ysO�lysO }o }ou}sld IooyoS r a z z slaally�ie o Ile�q �(pn }S lon}daouoO ; g z uOld a }1S a m [n :01ILL »a(ad A I I : :alit iaayg a C9 a I m 8 0 O d' N O O co II W J co U V) O 12 •�• �rK��:� o�r:� pood �d MUM Buwenars,erz�er a 1 .Jo ;uawal3 Pasodoid s S s g prewor •uopepumj pr�oe 4SO�4SO 1 O ;011;SIO �OOyOS m e u o _ e H ., Ag jq 1 pn ;S lon;daouoo ; E gF as a m r a Z 3 z uold adoospuo- o r J g .BULL 18045 it w g R / 4 f. 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This drawing is a compilation of records, data located in coun RYF ROAD N O- IHKO.IH and information various city on n+e wares and state offices and other sources affecting the area shown and It Is to be used for reference City Of Oshkosh A purposes only. The City of Oshkosh Is not re- Department of sponsible for any inaccuracies herein contained. If discrepancies are found, please contact the Community Development City of Oshkosh. Scale. 1 1T — 500 0211 6/09 Created by - dff 17 DISCLAIMER ::" Y nv:: This map is neither a legally recorded map nor ELEMENTARY SCHOOL �T a survey and it is not Intended to be used as one. l� OJHKOIH This drawing is a compilation of records, data RYF ROAD and information located In various city, county ox me w�nn and state offices and other sources affecting City of Oshkosh the area shown and it is to be used for reference purposes only. The City of Oshkosh is not re- Department of sponsible for any inaccuracies herein contained. 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