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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2007-03
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA,
GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO HUGH AND
IRIS DARLING FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 20-SP ACE
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CAMPGROUND / PARK AT 1303
NASH ROAD, TIS, RIW SEWARD MERIDIAN, GOVERNMENT
LOTS 4 & 5 IN A RESOURCE MANAGEMENT WNING
DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the applicants have properly applied for a conditional use permit for
an allowed use according to SCC 15.10.225 Table of Land Uses Allowed; and
WHEREAS, the proposed RV park will be located on a large tract (107.2 acres)
adjoining Nash Road in the Resource Management zoning district; and
WHEREAS, the proposed RV park development will provide additional
community RV camping opportunities on a seasonal basis for the general public; and
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WHEREAS, the development and use proposed in the preliminary plan drawings
and project description submitted with the CU permit application are consistent with
other requirements of Chapter 15 Seward Land Use code; and
WHEREAS, having complied with the public notification process; on March
20th, 2007, 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. According to SCC 15.10.320.D., the Commission shall establish a finding
that the use satisfies the following conditions prior to granting a conditional use permit:
A. Is the proposed use consistent with the purpose of this chapter (the Seward
Zoning Code) and the purposes of the zoning district?
Finding: Yes, the development and use, as proposed, are consistent with Chapter
15 of the Seward City Code listed in the Table of Allowed Uses in SCC 15.10.225
for "campgrounds, camper parks and RV parks" in the Resource Management
zoning district. The development and operation of an RV park is allowed in the
Resource Management zoning district by conditional use permit granted by the
Seward Planning and Zoning Commission.
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B. Will the value of adjoining property be signifreantly impaired?
Finding: No, there is no evidence that the development, as it is proposed, will
impair adjoining properties or rights-of-way.
C. Is the proposed use is in harmony with the Seward Comprehensive Plan?
Finding: Yes, Planning staff has determined that the proposal is in harmony with
the Seward 2020 Comprehensive Plan (2005) and Strategic Plan (1999) by
augmenting existing visitor camping opportunities which supports the tourism
industry .
D. Are public services andfacilities adequate to serve the proposed use?
Finding: Yes, Water and sewer services will be developed on-site, and power
service will be extended to the property. The site will be served by community
fire, police, solid waste disposal and other services as might be necessary for
operation of the facility.
E. Will the proposed use will be harmful to the public safety, health or welfare?
Finding: No, there is no evidence that the development and operation of the RV
park, as proposed, would be harmful to the public's safety, health and welfare.
Any and all specific conditions deemed necessary by the commission to fulfill the above-
mentioned conditions shall be 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.
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ModifICation of final approval of a conditional use permit may, upon application by the
permittee, 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 afilingfee set by City Council
Resolution.
Based on the above findings and conclusions, approval of the CUP shall be
subject to the following condition:
1. The applicant shall restrict the types of recreational vehicles allowed in all
parking spaces further than 200' L.F. from the park restroom facility to
"self-contained" vehicles that are equipped with on-board sanitary facilities.
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2. Applicant shall comply with all applicable laws pertaining to development of
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property including but not limited to the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection
Act and Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
Section 2. The Planning and Zoning Commission finds that the proposed use, based
on the application and supporting materials, satisfies the criteria for granting a
Conditional Use Permit provided the development of the RV park is consistent with the
application proposal and all applicable laws, and authorizes the administration to issue a
Conditional Use Permit for the development and operation of an RV Camper Park
located at 1303 Nash Road, TIS, RIW Seward Meridian, Government Lots 4 & 5 in the
Resource Management zoning district.
Section 3. The Planning and Zoning Commission 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 20th
day of March, 2007.
THE CITY OF SEWARD
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Anderson, Clark, Hicks, Smith, Roach'
None
Hohl, Keil
None
ATTEST:
(City Seal)
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