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Home My WebLink AboutRes2019-007 CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA Sponsored by: Applicant PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2019-007 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO KENAI PENINSULA HOUSING INITIATIVES,INC. (KPHI) TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE A FOUR (4) UNIT MULTI FAMILY DWELLING ON LOT 11A2 FORT RAYMOND SUBDIVISION REPLAT NO. 4, LOCATED AT 2204 DIMOND BOULEVARD; WITHIN THE MULTI-FAMILY(R3) RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICT WHEREAS, Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiatives, Inc. (KPHI) has requested a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to construct and operate a 4 unit senior housing development on Lot 11A-2, Fort Raymond No. 4;within the Multi-Family Zoning District(R3); and WHEREAS, in accordance with the Land Uses Allowed Table §15.10.226, Dwelling, multi-family (three or more units) is allowed within the Multi-Family Zoning District (R3) by CUP; and WHEREAS, the developer and architect have met the development requirements for a four unit multi-family dwelling within the submitted site plan received on March 20,2019;and WHEREAS, having complied with the public notification process; on May 7, 2019, the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission held the required public hearing on the Conditional Use Permit application. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission that: Section 1. In accordance with SCC§15.10.320(D), the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the applicant's request for a CUP to construct and operate a four (4) unit multi-family dwelling on Lot 11A-2, Fort Raymond, located at 2200 Dimond Blvd. and declared the following Findings of Fact: A. The use is consistent with the purpose of this chapter (the Seward Zoning Code) and the purposes of the zoning district Finding: This condition has been met. The property is zoned Multi-Family (R-3) Residential. The project site plan meets all setback, structure height and parking requirements. The proposed multi-unit development is consistent with the purpose of the Zoning Code and the Multi-Family Zoning District. B. The value of adjoining property will not be significantly impaired Seward Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution 2019-007 Page 2 Finding: This condition has been met. The adjoining properties to the north include the remainder of Lot 11A,used as the Forest Acres Park. To the west is the large City owned parcel, zoned Institutional, leased to the US Army for a resort and lodging. Areas to the south and southwest include a City owned parcel, zoned Auto Commercial, and a vacant parcel abutting the Seward Highway, zoned Institutional. The parcel to the east is used for campgrounds and the Bittick Bike Park, also zoned Institutional. There is no indication the proposed senior housing facility will negatively impair the value of any adjoining properties. C. The proposed use is in harmony with the Seward Comprehensive Plan. Seward 2030 Comprehensive Plan(approved by Council,May 30, 2017) The Comprehensive Plan recommends continuing every effort to encourage the development of affordable housing for Seward's growing housing needs. y` 3.3.1 Encourage development of new housing in Seward : 3.3.1.1 Support a range of housing choices that meet the needs of people in various income and age groups Strategic Plan (1999) The Strategic Plan encourages the expansion and availability of affordable, diverse, year- round housing(Page 18). Public Services and facilities are adequate to serve the proposed use. • Findings: This condition has been met. Access to the parcel will be from the public right-of-way (ROW) of Dimond Boulevard. All public utilities of water, sewer, and electric are available in the adjacent ROW and/or utility easement. If any additional utility needs arise during development they will be the sole responsibility of the developer. E. The proposed use will not be harmful to the public safety, health or welfare. Findings: This condition has been met. There is no evidence the 4-unit apartment complex will cause any additional concerns to public safety, health or welfare. This parcel is currently developed with a 5-unit apartment complex. The new construction shall meet all current building and fire code requirements and be reviewed through the building permit process. Adequate fire, police and solid waste disposal services are available to the property. Animal/Bird (Bear) resistant dumpsters/containers are required by City Code. Landscaping vegetation for undeveloped and non-parking lot areas shall be required by the CUP. Adequate room for parking is provided on the submitted site plan, and all driveway maneuverability is planned on site. Seward Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution 2019-007 Page 3 I F. Any and all specific conditions deemed necessary by the commission to fulfill the above-mentioned conditions shall he met by the applicant. These may include but are not limited to measures relative to access, screening, site development, building design, operation of the use and other similar aspects related to the proposed use. Based on the above findings and conclusions, approval of the CUP shall be subject to the following conditions: 1. The applicant shall obtain a current Building Permit before construction begins on the site. 2. The applicant shall start a Job Order and work with the City Electric Department to provide the required electric power needs. 3. Exterior lighting shall be approved during the Building Permit process in accordance with SCC§15.10.215(h.)(1.). 4. All parking and maneuverability shall remain on site for the life of the use. 5. Construction waste and debris shall be removed weekly and upon completion of construction. 6. Bear-proof / bird resistant containers shall be provided for all garbage and refuse for the life of the use. 7. The applicant shall provide landscaping to all areas not utilized by the structures, parking areas and drive surfaces. Landscaping shall facilitate the control of dust and the visual impact on neighboring properties. 8. Per Seward City Code §15.10.325.F. an approved CUP shall lapse six months from the date of approval if the use for which the permit was issued has not been implemented or a building permit obtained. The Commission may grant a six month extension upon finding that circumstances have not changed sufficiently since the date of initial permit approval. 9. Modification of final approval of a conditional use permit may, upon application by the permitee, be modified by the Planning and Zoning Commission: A. When changed conditions cause the conditional use to no longer conform to the standards for its approval. B. To implement a different development plan conforming to the standards for its approval. C. The modification plan shall be subject to a public hearing and a filing fee set by City Council Resolution. Section 2. The Planning and Zoning Commission finds the proposed use, subject to the above conditions satisfies the criteria for granting a Conditional Use Permit provided the conditions listed on Section 1, Subsection F. are met by the applicant, and authorizes the administration to issue a Conditional Use Permit to construct and operate a four (4) unit multi- family development on Lot 11A-2, Fort Raymond No 4, within the Multi Family Zoning District (R3),as generally depicted on site plan dated 3/20/2019 and included with this Resolution. Seward Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution 2019-007 Page 4 Li Section 3. The Planning and Zoning Commission further finds that adherence to the conditions of this permit is paramount in maintaining the intent of Seward City Code Section 15.10.320; Conditional Use Permits, and authorizes the administration to issue a Conditional Use Permit. Additionally, the administration shall periodically confirm the use conforms to the standards of its approval. Section 4. This resolution shall take effect 10 days following its adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission this 7th day of May 2019. THE CITY OF SEWARD Lartha Fleming, Vice air AYES:Swann, Charbonneau, Seese, Hatfield, Fleming NOES: ABSENT: Ambrosiani, Ecklund ABSTAIN: VACANT: ATTEST: .�►,// ,/i . Brenda Ballou, KIMC, City Clerk (City Seot `�OF sew*. ow...T.4,40x I l • SEAL I . •ti•.rF OF A,P •s. 28/77 29/77 30/77