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SEWARD CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION 2009-071
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEWARD, ALASKA RECOMMENDING THE KENAI PENINSULA
BOROUGH APPROVAL OF THE PRELIMINARY REPEAT OF LOT 4A,
BLOCK 2, MARINA SUBDIVISION, COAST GUARD REPEAT, LOCATED
SOUTH OF PORT AVENUE AT APPROXIMATELY 1509 X-FLOAT ROAD,
WITHIN THE HARBOR COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT
WHEREAS, administration hired Integrity Surveys to prepare a preliminary plat of City-
owned land Lot 4A, Block 2, Marina Subdivision; and
WHEREAS, Integrity Surveys has submitted, on behalf of the City of Seward, the attached
replat which subdivides the parcel into two lots creating Lots 4A-1 and 4A-2, Block 2, Marina
Subdivision, Coat Guard Replat; and
WHEREAS, this platting action will create Lot 4A-1 at approximately 3.431 acres and Lot
4A-2, at 27,720 square feet; and
WHEREAS, the property is zoned Harbor Commercial (HC) and is currently vacant of any
structures and the subdivision meets the minimum lot size and width requirements of the Seward
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Zoning Code; and
WHEREAS, Lot 4A-2 is being created in preparation for the planned relocation of the US
Coast Guard Facility; and
WHEREAS, prior to final approval the plat shall provide utility and access easements for all
existing and proposed utilities and accesses; and
WHEREAS, no subdivision installation agreement is necessary at this time because the area
is currently serviced by municipal roads, water, sewer, electric and other utilities; and
WHEREAS, at their July 7, 2009 meeting the Planning and Zoning Commission held the
required public hearing and approved Resolution 2009-16 recommending the City Council and the
Kenai Peninsula Borough approve the Lot 4A, Block 2, Marina Subdivision, Coast Guard Replat,
subject to certain conditions; and
WHEREAS, the Subdivision Code 16.01.015 (B) stipulates that no preliminary plat ofcity-
owned property may be submitted to the Kenai Peninsula Borough planning commission for
approval without prior consent of the city council.
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2009-071
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BYTHE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The City Council hereby recommends Kenai Peninsula Borough approval of the
Lot 4A, Block 2, Marina Subdivision, subject to the following condition:
All existing utilities shall be located; and easements provided for all existing
and planned utilities and accesses for the entire plat.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of Seward, Alaska this 10th day of August
2009.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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Clark Corbridge, Mayor
AYES: Valdatta, Dunham, Bardarson, Kellar, Smith, Keil, Corbridge
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT
Meeting Date: August 10, 2009
To: City Council
Through: Phillip Oates, City Manager~~'~
Christy Terry, Community Development Director
From: Donna Glenz, Associate Planner
Agenda Item: Resolution 2009-'rJ/ Recommending the Kenai Peninsula Borough
Approval of the Preliminary Plat Review of Lot 4A-1, and Lot 4A-2,
Marina Subdivision, Coast Guard Replat
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
Attached for Council's review and recommendation to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning
Commission is a preliminary plat of City-owned land Lot 4A, Block 2, Marina Subdivision
which subdivides the parcel into two lots creating Lots 4A-1 and 4A-2, Block 2, Marina
Subdivision, Coat Guard Replat.
In accordance with Seward City Code (SCC) 16.01.015(B) No preliminary plat of city-owned
property may be submitted to the Kenai Peninsula Borough planning commission for approval
without the prior consent of the City Council.
Subdivision Review:
Zoning:
The property is zoned Harbor Commercial (HC) 'which allows all of the existing uses on the
property, and the subdivision meets the minimum lot size and width requirements of the Seward
Zoning Code.
Size:
This platting action will create Lot 4A-1 at approximately 3.431 acres and Lot 4A-2, at 27,720
square feet. Lot 4A-1 has 308 lineal feet on Port Avenue and Lot 4A-2 has approximately 198
lineal feet of lot frontage on what has become known as X-Float Road. These lots meet the SCC
requirement in lot size and width within the Harbor Commercial Zoning District.
Utilities:
The property is served by the existing public utilities; therefore a subdivision agreement is not
required. Existing water, sewer and electric lines are located within existing utility easements or
in easements which shall be provided during this plating action. There are fire hydrants within
approved distances. City staff reviewed the replat and has submitted a request that all utilities
currently located on the Lots 4A-1 and 2 be located and easements be provided before this plat is
approved. The request has become a condition recommended to the Kenai Peninsula Planning
Commission for final platting action.
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Existing Use:
These parcels are currently used as access and parking for the northeast harbor boat launch
ramps and X-Float. There are currently no structures located on these parcels.
Flood Zone:
The property is not within a FEMA mapped Flood Hazard Zone.
Kenai Peninsula Borough Code 20.24 Exceptions Requested:
On behalf of the City of Seward the surveyor will be requesting the Kenai Peninsula Borough
Planning Commission approve an exception to the proposed plat. The exception granted by the
Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission will be noted on the plat with the date of the
Commission meeting. The Kenai Peninsula Borough Commission may authorize exceptions to
any of the requirements set forth in their subdivision design requirements based on findings of
fact outlined in KPB Code §20.24.010(A) Exceptions to regulations -Procedure-Commission
authority.
1. That special circumstances or conditions affecting the property have been shown by
application;
2. That the exception is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property
right and is that most practical manner of complying with the intent of this title;
3. That the granting of the exception will not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to
other property in the area in which said property is situated.
KPB Code §20.20.200 would require Lot 4A-2 abut a dedicated street. There are compelling
findings to support the requested exception:
1. The entire Lot 4A-1 is a dedicated public access easement and anon-dedicated route
commonly known as X-Float Road located on the westerly edge of the lot has
provided access to the public boat launch ramp, X-Float and other uses.
2. Access to all portions of Lot 4A-2 and other uses is or will be available for
emergency service providers, city maintenance vehicles, refuse collectors and public
vehicles.
3. Existing access easement is available to all adjoining properties.
4. The plating of a dedicated Right-of=way for X-Float Road has not been reviewed or
supported at this time.
It is the Planning and Zoning Commission's responsibility to act in an advisory capacity to the
City Council and the Kenai Peninsula Borough regarding subdivision plat proposals. The
Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the preliminary plat at its July 7, 2009 regular
meeting and approved Resolution 2009-16 recommending City Council and Kenai Peninsula
Borough approval ofthe Lot 4A-l, and Lot 4A-2, Marina Subdivision, Coast Guard Replat.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Where applicable, this resolution is consistent with the Seward City Code, Charter,
Comprehensive Plans, Land Use Plans, Strategic Plan, Seward Small Boat Harbor Plan and City
Council Rules of Procedures.
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Lot 4A-2 is being created in preparation for the planned relocation of the US Coast Guard
Facility currently located along Fourth Avenue in the Small Boat Harbor.
ATTORNEY REVIEW: N/A
FISCAL NOTE:
The surveying and associated fees to complete the rep t were include in t e current Community
Development Contracted Services Budget. ,,
Approved by Finance Department ~E.
RECOMMENDATION:
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Council approves Resolution 2009-$~, rec;ommending the Kenai Peninsula Borough approval of
Lots 4A-1 and 4A-2, Block 2, Marina Subdivision, Coast Guard Replat subject to the following
conditions:
1. All existing utilities shall be located; and easements provided for all
existing and planned utilities and accesses for the entire plat.
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