HomeMy WebLinkAbout09042018 Planning & Zoning PacketSeward Planning & Zoning Commission
Regular Meetin
September 4, 2018 7:00 p.m. City Council Chambers
Cindy Ecklund
Chair
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Martha Fleming
Vice Chair
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Gary Seese
Commissioner
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Tom Swann
Commissioner
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Craig Ambrosiani
Commissioner
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Nathaniel Charbonneau
Commissioner
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Kelli Hatfield
Commissioner
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Brennan Hickok
Assistant City Manager/
Community Development
Director
Jackie C. Wilde
Planner
Andy Bacon
Planning Assistant
1. Call to Order
2. Opening Ceremony
A. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Special Reports & Presentations
A. City Administration Report
B. Other Reports, Announcements & Presentations
5. Citizens' Comments on any subject except those items
scheduled for public hearing. [Those who have signed in
will be given the first opportunity to speak. Time is limited
to 3 minutes per speaker and 36 minutes total time for this
agenda item]
6. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda. [Approval of
Consent Agenda passes all routine items indicated by
asterisk (*). Consent Agenda items are not considered
separately unless a Commissioner so requests. In the event
of such a request, the item is returned to the Regular
Agenda.]
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Meeting Agenda
7. Public Hearings [Limit comments to S minutes. Those who have signed in will be given the first
opportunity to speak]
A. Unfinished Business Items requiring a Public Hearing — None
B. New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing
1. Resolution 2018-014 of The Planning And Zoning Commission Of The
City Of Seward, Alaska, Recommending City Council Approve The
Attached Ordinance Amending The Zoning And Land Use Plan
Designation Of City Owned Lot 7A, Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat
Number 1, Located At 2101 Dimond Boulevard, From Institutional (INS)
ToAuto Commercial(AC).......................................................................Page 3
8. Unfinished Business — None
9. New Business
A. Resolution 2018-015 of The Planning And Zoning Commission Of Seward
Alaska Recommending That The Alice Pickett Memorial Animal Shelter Be
Relocated To Lot 6A-2 Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat Number Three,
Located At 605 Sea Lion Avenue, Within The Institutional (INS) Zoning District
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* B. Approval of August 7, 2018 Regular Meeting Minutes .............................. Page 16
C. Set September 18, 2018 Work Session Topic to Discuss "Lodging and Safety for
S.C.C."
D. Schedule October 2, 2018 Work Session to Discuss "Subdivisions and
Assessment Districts"
10. Informational Items and Reports (No action required)
A. Planning and Zoning "Did You Know" ................................................... Page 23
B. FEMA Region X Newsletter...................................................................... Page 25
C. 2018 Planning & Zoning Meeting Schedule ............................................ Page 27
D. City Calendars........................................................................................ Page 28
11. Commission Comments
12. Citizens' Comments [Limit to S minutes per individual — Each individual has one opportunity to
speak]
13. Commissions and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments
14. Adjournment
Planning and Zoning Commission
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Meeting Agenda
Sponsored by: Staff
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2018-014
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL
APPROVE THE ATTACHED ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING AND
LAND USE PLAN DESIGNATION OF CITY OWNED LOT 7A, FORT
RAYMOND SUBDIVISION REPLAT NUMBER 1, LOCATED AT 2101
DIMOND BOULEVARD, FROM INSTITUTIONAL (INS) TO AUTO
COMMERCIAL (AC)
WHEREAS, the City Council held work sessions on September 25, 2017, February 28 and
April 9, 2018, to discuss the future use of Lot 7A Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat Number 1; and
WHEREAS, the consensus at each of the above mentioned work sessions was to develop the
property for mixed commercial and residential uses; and
WHEREAS, the Auto Commercial district allows for land uses that include residential
developments along with a wide range of commercial uses; and
WHEREAS, the Auto Commercial district was established to provide areas to accommodate
highway -oriented commercial activities such as offices, certain institutional uses, and limited personal
services and retail uses requiring substantial outdoor activity, traffic, and parking; and
WHEREAS, Lot 7A, Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat Number 1 is approximately 11 acres
and is abutting the Auto Commercial Zoning District to the south, and
WHEREAS, the public notification process was complied with and the appropriate public
hearing as required by Seward City Code § 15.01.040 was conducted by the Commission on
September 4, 2018.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission
that:
Section 1. The Seward Planning and Zoning Commission supports the proposed Zoning and
Land Use Plan amendments and recommends the attached Ordinance 2018-_ be forwarded to City
Council for approval.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
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Seward Planning and Zoning
Resolution 2018-014
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PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission this 4`h day of
September 2018.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
VACANT: None
ATTEST:
Brenda Ballou, MMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Cindy L. Ecklund, Chair
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Sponsored by: Planning and Zoning Commission
Introduction Date: September 24, 2018
Public Hearing Date: October 8, 2018
Enactment Date: October 8, 2018
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
ORDINANCE 2018-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AMENDING THE ZONING AND LAND USE PLAN DESIGNATION
OF CITY OWNED LOT 7A, FORT RAYMOND SUBDIVISION REPLAT
NUMBER 1, LOCATED AT 2101 DIMOND BOULEVARD, FROM
INSTITUTIONAL (INS) TO AUTO COMMERCIAL (AC)
WHEREAS, the City Council held work sessions on September 25, 2017, February 28
and April 9, 2018, to discuss the future use of Lot 7A Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat Number
land
WHEREAS, the consensus at each of the above mentioned work sessions was to develop
the property for mixed commercial and residential uses; and
WHEREAS, the Auto Commercial district allows for land uses that include residential
developments along with a wide range of commercial uses; and
WHEREAS, the Auto Commercial district was established to provide areas to
accommodate highway -oriented commercial activities such as offices, certain institutional uses,
and limited personal services and retail uses requiring substantial outdoor activity, traffic, and
parking; and
WHEREAS, Lot 7A, Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat Number 1 is approximately 11
acres and is abutting the Auto Commercial Zoning District to the south, and
WHEREAS, the public notification process was complied with and the appropriate
public hearing as required by Seward City Code § 15.01.040 was conducted by the Planning and
Zoning Commission on September 4, 2018, and
WHEREAS, at their September 4, 2018 meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission
held a public hearing and recommended City Council approval of the proposed Land Use Plan
and Zoning Designation amendments included in this ordinance.
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City of Seward
Ordinance 2018-
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA that:
Section 1. The Seward City Council hereby authorizes the amendment of the official
Zoning Map of the City by amending the zoning designation of Lot 7A Fort Raymond
Subdivision Number 1 from Institutional (INS) to Auto Commercial (AC)
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect ten (10) days following enactment.
ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA this 8`h day
of October 2018.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Brenda J. Ballou, MMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
David Squires, Mayor
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P&Z Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: September 4, 2018
Through: Brennan Hickok, Assistant City Manager
From: Jackie C. Wilde, Planner
Agenda Item: Amending the Land Use Plan and rezoning of City -owned Lot 7A,
Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat No. 1, located at 2101 Dimond
Boulevard, from Institutional (INS) to Auto Commercial (AC)
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
Attached for the Commission's review and recommendation is Resolution 2018-014
recommending City Council approve the attached Ordinance 2018- , amending the Zoning
designation and Land Use Plan maps for City -owned Lot 7A, Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat
No. 1, located at 2101 Dimond Boulevard, from Institutional (INS) to Auto Commercial (AC)
(see attached maps).
The Seward City Council held three public work sessions on September 25, 2017, February 28
and April 9, 2018 to discuss the future use of this property. At the meetings, the general
consensus was to allow for a mix of commercial and residential uses. The Auto Commercial
zoning district allows for a variety of land uses both residential and commercial, and is therefore
the most appropriate zoning designation for this parcel.
Parcels to the south along Seward Highway corridor, including the Chamber of Commerce,
Coffee Cup and Safeway, are currently zoned Auto Commercial. The parcels to the north and
west are zoned Auto Commercial and Institutional and include a fish processing business, school
campuses, cemeteries and a military resort. The parcels to the east, across the Seward Highway
are zoned Industrial and include the Leirer Subdivision and the Alaska Railroad.
The City of Seward has requested this rezone in order to provide land suitable for future
commercial uses allowed within the Auto Commercial District. Seward City Code (SCC)
§15.01.035, Amendments, (b) (3) allows the consideration of this rezone as the area is
contiguous to the requested Auto Commercial zoning district and also contains more than 1 acre.
In order for the lot to be rezoned, the underlying Land Use Plan will also need to be amended.
The Land Use Plan adopted with the 2030 Seward Comprehensive Plan recommends this area
remain Institutional. However the area contiguous to the south is recommended to remain Auto
Commercial.
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SCC 15.05.025. Land use districts --Established, definitions
a) Established. The city is hereby divided into land use districts which shall be bounded and
defined as shown on the official land use map. This official map, together with all explanatory
matter thereon, as exhibited at the time of public hearing, is hereby adopted by reference and
declared to be a part of this chapter.
The requested Zoning and Land Use Map change of the area for rezone is Auto Commercial
(AC) defined in SCC 15.05.025 (b). as (8) Intended to provide areas to accommodate highway
oriented commercial activities such as offices, certain institutional uses, and limited personal
services and retail uses requiring substantial outdoor activity, traffic and parking, and which
also serve the offices and nearby residential areas, and which do not materially detract from
nearby residential areas.
Recognizing that the primary concern of all zoning actions is to promote public health, safety
and general welfare (SCC 15.01.010), Community Development recommends this rezone for the
following reasons:
1. This rezone will allow for commercial and business use of Lot 7A, Fort Raymond
Subdivision Replat No .1, which is consistent with the proposed uses identified during
three public work sessions held by the Seward City Council on September 25, 2017,
February 28 and April 9, 2018.
2. At this time the community would be better served by allowing more commercial
activity along the Seward Highway corridor, while creating and preserving adequate
non-commercial areas outside of the highway corridor for residential development.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Yes
No
N/A
Comprehensive Plan (2030, approved by Council2017):
Volume I, page 13; Section 3.2.1.1_
1.
Use city -owned land and tidelands to encourage feasible and sound
X
economic development by setting development standards and
performance periods through the leasing process.
Strategic Plan (1999):
2.
Promote residential and commercial development inside the City. (page
X
9)
At the time of this review no public concerns have been submitted to staff. As required by the
City Code, neighboring property owners within 300 feet of the area subject to review were
notified of the proposed rezone and amendment to the Land Use Plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
Commission approve Resolution 2018-014, recommending City Council approval of the attached
Ordinance amending the zoning and Land Use Plan designation of City owned Lot 7A, Fort
Raymond Subdivision Replat No. 1, located at 2101 Dimond Boulevard, from Institutional (INS)
to Auto Commercial (AC)
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2018-015
RESOLUTION 2018-015 OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
OF SEWARD ALASKA RECOMMENDING THAT THE ALICE PICKETT
MEMORIAL ANIMAL SHELTER BE RELOCATED TO LOT 6A-2 FORT
RAYMOND SUBDIVISION REPLAT NUMBER THREE, LOCATED AT 605
SEA LION AVENUE, WITHIN THE INSTITUTIONAL (INS) ZONING
DISTRICT
WHEREAS, City Council passed Resolution 2018-049 on May 29, 2018, directing City
administration to bring forward recommendations for a site on which to relocate the animal
shelter; and
WHEREAS, upon adoption of City Council Resolution 2018-049 City administration
was tasked to identify potential sites for relocation of the animal shelter; and
WHEREAS, Lot 6A-2 Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat Number Three consisting of
approximately 10.7 acres, is located at 605 Sea Lion Drive, in the Institutional Zoning District;
and
WHEREAS, Lot 6A-2 is owned by the City of Seward and currently supports a number
of public uses including a baseball field, the electric utility warehouse and substation, and two
municipal water wells; and
WHEREAS, Lot 6A-2 is served by electric, water, and sewer utilities; and
WHEREAS, Animal Shelters are currently an allowed use in the Industrial and Resource
Management Zoning Districts per Table 15.10.226 Land Uses Allowed; and
WHEREAS, the Alice Pickett Memorial Animal Shelter is a public facility operated for
the well-being of the animal companions of the citizens of Seward and is operated by the City of
Seward; and
WHEREAS, The Institutional Zoning District is designed to allow public and private
educational, administrative, government and health care uses, including public land reserve for
future public development. The development standards are intended to set a high standard to
assure that the activities provide visual amenity to the surrounding area.
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Seward Planning and Zoning Commission
Resolution 2018-015
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE -IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning
Commission that:
Section 1. The Commission recommends that the Alice Pickett Memorial Animal
Shelter be relocated to Lot 6A-2 Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat Number Three, located at 605
Sea Lion Drive, within the Institutional (INS) zoning district.
Section 2. The Commission recommends amending Table 15.10.226 Land Uses Allowed
to permit Animal Shelter in the Institutional Zoning District as an outright use.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission this 41h day of
September, 2018.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Vacant: None
ATTEST:
Brenda Ballou, MMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Cindy L. Ecklund, Chair
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P&Z Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: September 4, 2018
Through: Brennan Hickok, Assistant City Manager
From: Jackie C. Wilde, City Planner
Agenda Item: Resolution 2018-015 of The Planning And Zoning Commission Of
Seward Alaska Recommending That The Alice Pickett Memorial
Animal Shelter Be Relocated To Lot 6A-2 Fort Raymond Subdivision
Replat Number Three, Located At 605 Sea Lion Avenue, Within The
Institutional (INS) Zoning District
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The Seward City Council has recognized for many years, the need to relocate the Seward Animal
Shelter away from the adjacent residential neighborhood and off of prime City property, as
identified for many years in the City's Capital Improvement Plans and Local and State
Legislative Priorities Lists. Recently, various groups have demonstrated grassroots advocacy and
planning efforts, and have developed donations to support construction of a new shelter, through
fundraising efforts.
The Community Development Department has been working to identify potential sites which
could free up the existing site of the animal shelter for resale as a high -value property for
residential development, helping to offset the cost of the relocation effort.
Based on analysis of lot size, location, and proximity to utilities, the Community Development
department has selected Lot 6A-2 Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat Number Three, Located at
605 Sea Lion Avenue as the most desirable location for a new animal shelter.
SUBDIVISION REVIEW:
Zoning:
Lot 6A-2 is located within the Institutional (INS) Zoning District. The Institutional Zoning
District is designed to allow public and private educational, administrative, government and
health care uses, including public land reserve for future public development. The development
standards are intended to set a high standard to assure that the activities provide visual amenity
to the surrounding area.
Animal shelters are currently not an allowed use in Institutional (INS) Zoning District, per Table
15.10.226 Land Uses Allowed. The animal shelter is a public facility operated by the City of
Seward for the health and welfare of citizens and our animal companions. Staff recommends that
the Planning and Zoning Commission approve a forthcoming land use table amendment allowing
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the operation of an animal shelter as an outright use within the Institutional (INS) Zoning
District.
Utilities:
The property is currently served by water, sewer, and electric utilities. Construction of the
electric department warehouse brought water and sewer utilities to Lot 6A-2 from across Sea
Lion Drive. There is a 25 foot utility easement along the north property line that intersects
existing electrical, water, and sewer utilities and runs directly adjacent to the proposed building
site for the new animal shelter.
Size:
Lot 6A-2 consists of approximately 10.7 acres.
Existing Use
Lot 6A-2 is owned by the City of Seward. A number of public uses exist on this property,
including a baseball field, a municipal water well, and the electric utility warehouse, substation,
and backup generators.
Flood Zone:
According to the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map, Lot 6A-2 is located entirely in flood zone X,
outside the special flood hazard area.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Yes
No
N/A
Comprehensive Plan (2030, approved by Council May 30, 2017)
1.
3.7.1.5 (Bullet 3) Relocate the animal shelter facility to a more
X
appropriate area (Page 18)
Strategic Plan (Approved by Council Resolution 99-043):
2
X
Municipal Lands Management Plan
3.
• Seward Animal Shelter: Retain until the animal shelter is
X
relocated (Page 8)
RECOMMENDATION:
Commission approves Resolution 2018-015 Of The Planning And Zoning Commission Of
Seward Alaska Recommending That The Alice Pickett Memorial Animal Shelter Be Relocated
To Lot 6A-2 Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat Number Three, Located At 605 Sea Lion
Avenue, Within The Institutional (INS) Zoning District.
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CALL TO ORDER
The August 7, 2018 regular meeting of the Seward Planning & Zoning Commission
was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chair Cindy Ecklund.
OPENING CEREMONY
Commissioner Hatfield led the pledge of allegiance to the flag
ROLL CALL
There were present:
Cindy Ecklund presiding, and
Gary Seese Martha Fleming
Tom Swann Kelli Hatfield
Excused: Nathanial Charbonneau
Comprising a quorum of the Board; and
Also Present %�,
Brennan Hickok, Assistant
Jackie C. Wilde, Planner
Andy Bacon, Planning Assistant
SPECIAL ORDER$j� , t M TIONS
Administration Report
Development Director
Jackie Wilde updated the mn aw erg the foiling business items
• Introduced: our nevsstaritity Marir and Community Development Director,
Brennan Hickok
• :`.Attended a flood board meeting on August 6`h and briefed Commission on agenda
-lems
• Community Development ho hired a company to assist with analysis and
administration of nightly lodging. Hard data will be presented at the August 21S` work
session.
Other Reports, Announcements, and Presentations- None
CITIZENS' COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED
FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Joe Tougas, inside city, stated that he was not opposed to rezoning portions of Tract 5C, but he
is opposed to locating the animal shelter to Lot MM-1. Tougas stated that moving the animal
shelter from one residential location to another is not a good idea, and added that the low lying
land is unsuitable for development. Tougas suggested locating the animal shelter in the general
vicinity of the ballfields, cemetery, and former USAF recreation camp.
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Sarah Tougas, inside city, stated that she was opposed to locating the animal shelter on Lot
MM-1. Tougas is concerned that the proximity to the shooting range would cause stress to
animals housed at the proposed location. Tougas also commented that the proposed lot is flood
prone. Tougas read aloud a letter from a neighbor who is also opposed to the proposed location.
Clinton Paul, inside city, stated that he supports relocating the animal shelter but is opposed to
the proposed location. Paul suggested moving the shelter to SMIC
Steve Severn, inside city, stated that he is opposed to relocathe animal shelter to lot MM-1.
Severn is concerned that flood mitigation on Lot MM 1 potentially direct water on to his
property. i%d;/% ,
Phillip Wade, inside city, stated that he is oppose locating the shelter on Lot MM-1,
although he is supportive of the shelter its4 jade stated that ice the levee road was
completed, the vacant lands adjacent to the tth side of the road 'e been susceptible to
ponding may times throughout the year.
Jim Tallman, inside city, stated the is opposed for loco g the animal shelfiet on Lot MM-1.
Tallman cited the poor suitability 6fand, and sty that there were better City -owned
properties available for the shelter.
Dorene Valadez, outside city, stated that sho was part e relon committee for the animal
shelter. Valadez stated mo�um for rat df the Ater is currently high, and that she
would like to see the project come to fruition i less of the diosen location. Valadez thanked
members of the public far coming forward to ex ss their views and suggesting alternatives.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AN CONSENT AGENDA
Motion (Swann/Fleming) Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
Motion Passed
Unanimous
The following item was approved on the Consent Agenda:
Approval of July 17, 2015 Regular Meeting Minutes
New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing
Resolution 2018-011 of The Planning And Zoning Commission Of The City Of Seward,
Alaska, Granting A Conditional Use Permit To Jena And Cole Petersen To Construct And
Operate A Twelve (12) Unit Studio Apartment Building On Lots 3, 4 & 5 Block 28,
Original Townsite Seward, Located At 531, 533, & 535 Third Ave Within The Auto
Commercial Zoning District
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Wilde described the site plan, building layout and apartment unit size, referring everyone in the
audience to the large site plan printout and photos of the build, taken just the day before. Wilde
stated that the project is currently being constructed as a 12 room hotel, and that in light of recent
city code changes, the applicants are seeking a Conditional Use Permit to operate as an
apartment for long term tenancy. Wilde described surrounding land uses, adjacent utilities and
stated that if the permit to operate an apartment were not approved tonight, the applicant could
still operate as a hotel, per the land uses table. Wilde described the submitted layout of the site,
including landscaping, and then stated that the applicant had met with planning staff prior to
tonight's meeting to propose some changes to the layout and landscaping. These changes will not
affect the open area required by code, and the applicants are present to describe layout changes
and answer any other questions the Commission may have. Wilde stated that property owners
within 300 feet of the project were notified and all other notification requirements for public
hearings were met. Wilde stated that we had two members of the public come forward with
concerns about parking in the neighborhood and staff addressed these concerns.
Notice of public hearing being posted and ���Yshed as required by ,�� was noted and the
public hearing was opened.
Chair Ecklund relaxed the rules toy the applicant to speak to some of the to plan changes
referred to in the staff report.jj
Cole Petersen stated that the submitted site plan is not feasible 'wish regard to the placement of
trees along the south property line in the five foot sett. Petersen proposed planting grass
along the south side property line, and along the east and West ends of the building, with trees
planted in the larger opop areas on the southeast and southwest corners of the lot. Petersen is
proposing to construct a retaining wall along the uorth side of the property to hold back gravel on
the property that is about two feet higher than the adjacent lot. Petersen will then shift the eleven
parkin „s and driveway openings approximately 10 feet to the south, closer to the building,
and th lant grass, shrubs and/or trees along the north side of the property adjacent to the
retaining Petersen stated that he is not certain if the dumpster will be placed as indicated on
the plan, bu d that the trams area will he screened from view. Petersen stated that he has met
the requiremen parking specified by the code, and that his preference for renting these
apartment its w e to single individuals or couples, and that each tenant will be permitted
one on -site parking s
Wes Oetinger, inside city`Mated that he owned property in the neighborhood and had been
asked by neighbors to attend the meeting and speak to parking concerns along Third Avenue.
Oetinger stated that there was already a parking problem in the neighborhood and that this
apartment building will make it worse. Oetinger cited increased traffic in the alley and the
likelihood that apartment tenants will also own trailers and boats as additional issues.
Hearing no one else wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.
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Motion (Swann /Fleming) Approve Resolution 2018-011 Of The
Planning And Zoning Commission Of
The City Of Seward, Alaska, Granting A
Conditional Use Permit To Jena And Cole
Petersen To Construct And Operate A
Twelve (12) Unit Studio Apartment
Building On Lots 3, 4 & 5 Block 28,
Original Townsite Seward, Located At
531, 533, & 535 Third Ave Within The
Auto Commercial Zoning District
Fleming disagreed with the point that the applicants had no control over their tenants parking in
the neighborhood. Fleming stated that a rental agreement could- specify that tenants have only
one vehicle. Fleming suggested that solutions to parking problems can be addressed if they arise
in the future but she believes that these applicants will make every effort to keep the number of
vehicles associated with this building to a mi-n<i nurn. Hatfield asked Petersen if there was any
way to add additional parking places to the property. Petersen responded that would not be
possible due to the requirement to maintain open area Eckl".nd asked staff if the applicants
proposed changes still meet all the cQde requirements Wilde responded that the proposed
changes met all requirements. Ecklood >ked Wilde if there were any parking restrictions on
Third Avenue. Wilde cited winter parking ructions along. Third Avenue. Ecklund asked Lt.
Valadez, present in the audience, if she was avmc of any restrictions preventing unattached
boats or trailers from bewg.parked on -street. Valadft stated that there was not an unattached
trailer restriction on street"parkin, but any vehicle kft in one place for over 24 hours was looked
at as potentially abandoned. In re800nse to Ecklund, Valadez sated that the public could call the
Police regarding any v&hic le obsery d to be statuary for over 24 hours and, personnel will look
into it as a potentially abar ed e
Ecklund relaxed the rules to allow a member of the public to speak again.
Wes Oetinger reiterated an observAton made by Lt. Valadez, which was relating to the
reduction in lanes from three to two on Third Avenue. Oetinger emphasized the point that the
center road striping along the section of Third Avenue adjacent to the subject property prevents
on street parking, forcing people to park further up the block in front of neighboring residences.
Motion Passed
AYES: Hatfield, Swann, Seese, Fleming,
Ecklund
NOES: none
Resolution 2018-012 of the Planning And Zoning Commission Of The City Of Seward,
Alaska, Recommending City Council Approve The Attached Ordinance Amending The
Land Use Plan And Zoning Designation Of Two Portions Of City Owned Land Located
Within Tract 5C Forest Acres Subdivision Levee Replat, From Single Family Residential
(R1), And Rural Residential (RR) To Resource Management (RM)
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Bacon stated that Tract 5C was created by combining nine Forest Acres lots during the Levee
construction project and was finalized with the recording of the levee replat in 2012. As part of
the permitting process to construct the levee, the Army Corps of Engineers required that certain
lands be designated for conservation, and the City designated all of Tract 5C for this purpose in
2009. Restrictive covenants on Tract 5C prohibit construction of any structure on the property
and prohibit commercial, industrial, institutional and residential uses. Allowed uses include
public access for low impact recreational activity.
By definition, the resource management zoning district was fished to designate lands which
are generally undeveloped and cannot be precisely zoned o inadequate information on the
extension of public services and utilities; the suitability ;; eland to support commercial
i
residential industrial or public uses; and other envitmen consideration. In light of this
definition, and the zoning designation of surrounding lands, re a management is the most
appropriate zoning designation for Tract 5C and staff reco s commission approve
resolution 2018-012.
Wilde stated that all public notice requirementI' a et for this imposed land use
amendment. /,,, ,,,/ A
Notice of public hearing being posted and published as `T i aired by law was noted and the
public hearing was opened.
Hearing no one wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.
Motion (Fleming/Swann)
Approve Resolution 2018-012 of the
Planning And Zoning Commission Of
The City Of Seward, Alaska,
Recommending City Council Approve
The Attached Ordinance Amending The
Land Use Plan And Zoning Designation
Of Two Portions Of City Owned Land
Located Within Tract 5C Forest Acres
Subdivision Levee Replat, From Single
Family Residential (Rl), And Rural
Residential (RR) To Resource
Management (RM)
Fleming asked clarification on the specific portions of Tract 5C to be amended. Bacon
responded by indicating on the City Zoning map, and also in response to Fleming, identified City
owned land in the vicinity. Swann asked if this zoning amendment was being put forward to
bring our land uses map into conformance. Ecklund asked for more information regarding the
land use restrictive covenants on Tract 5C. Bacon discussed the land uses allowed under the
restrictive covenants, and read aloud the restrictions set forth by the covenants on Tract 5C.
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Motion Passed
UNFINISHED BUSINESS — None
NEW BUSINESS
AYES: Fleming, Hatfield, Seese, Swann,
Ecklund
NOES: none
Resolution 2018-013 Of The Planning And Zoning Commission Of Seward Alaska
Recommending That The Alice Pickett Memorial Anirnat Shelter Be Relocated To Lot
MM-1 Forest Acres Subdivision Levee Replat Number Two, Located At 2618 Birch Street,
Within The Resource Management (RM) Zoning District
Wilde stated that the Community Development Department was tasked by City Council to
identify potential sites south of Dieckgraeff Road for the relocation of the animal shelter. Lot
MM-1 was selected because it was closest to the required utilities and would therefore be the
least costly to develop. Wilde stated that staff had reviewed the flood map prior to making this
selection and understood that a portion of the lot would need to be elevated to comply with
floodplain development regulations. Wilde described the other locations under consideration and
the distance to utilities to serve those lots. In response to earlier citizens' comments, Wilde
addressed potential locations at SMIC and the former USAF recreation property and stated that
they were both unsuitable. Wilde stated that locating the shelter at SMIC would result in too
much time spent driving for staff and volunteers, and the at a City Council work session;
Council members spoke against locating the anal shelter on the former USAF recreation
property.
Motion (Fkvshs field) ,Approve Resolution 2018-013 Of The
Planning And Zoning Commission Of
Seward Alaska Recommending That The
Alice Pickett Memorial Animal Shelter Be
Relocated To Lot MM-1 Forest Acres
Subdivision Levee Replat Number Two,
Located At 2618 Birch Street, Within The
Resource Management (RM) Zoning
District
Fleming stated that she was opposed to moving the animal shelter from one residential location
to another residential location. Fleming spoke in favor of locating the new shelter in the former
Fort Raymond portion of town, near the ballfields, cemetery, and electric warehouse. Hatfield
concurred with Fleming, and asked if staff had analyzed the aforementioned location. Wilde
responded that staff was directed to look at properties south of Dieckgraeff Road. Swann asked
staff to restate the properties they considered. Wilde discussed the three lots under consideration
and their proximity to utilities. Wilde in response to Ecklund stated that if this resolution were
approved then it would be sent back to City Council. Ecklund noted that the former Fort
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Raymond site is also located south of Dieckgraeff Road. Fleming suggested negotiating a land
use agreement on some Borough owned property in City Limits. Swann asked if staff had
considered leasing lands near the airport or purchasing land outside City limits.
Motion Failed AYES: none
NOES: Hatfield, Swann, Fleming, Seese,
Ecklund
Commission Comments
Hatfield- No comment
Seese- No comment
Swann- Welcomed the new Assistant City Manager and thanked him for attending the meeting.
Fleming- Thanked members of the public for coming to the meeting and speaking.
Ecklund- Thanked members of the public for offering suggestions for the location of the animal
shelter. Welcomed and thanked the Assistant City Manager for attending the meeting.
Citizens' Comments
Ann Wright, inside city, thanked the Commission for their work, and for listening to public
concerns.
Sarah Tougas, inside city, thanked planning sty for their work and assistance in answering
questions.
Commissions and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments
Wilde thanked members of the publie for attending and speaking at the meeting, and encouraged
members of the public who expr4ssed concerns abort flooding near Dieckgraeff Road to attend
the next flood board meeting. Wilde reminded Commissioners about the August 21 work session
and the September 4 joint work session with the flood board.
Ecklund polled commissioners for availability on August 21. Commissioners discussed setting a
September 4 joint work session topic to talk about Dieckgraeff Road repair and flood mitigation
in the vicinity of the Japanese Creek levee.
ADJOURNMENT (Fleming)
The meeting was adjourned at 8:12 p.m.
Jackie C. Wilde
Planner
(City Seal)
Cindy L. Ecklund
Chair
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Site P1a-A S+ubmission$ , For Your Lodgl ng- Penn, it Applicu« n
Required to show dimensions of lot and location of buildings
Parking must be located entirely on private property, and shown on site plan
- A parking place is minimum 9 x 18 feet
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used for nightly lodging
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City of Seward
LODGING PERMIT APPLICATION
INFORMATION
Thank you for doing business in Seward! Enclosed are the materials, contacts and information you'll need to
obtain a lodging permit from the City of Seward.
Requirements for a city business license:
1) Completed city business license application and $30 fee
2) Registration for Hotel/Motel tax
3) Registration for Kenai Peninsula Borough sales tax
4) Current State of Alaska business license
Requirements for a city lodging permit:
1) Completed city lodging permit application, including:
a) Indication of total parking spaces provided and required. Except in the Central Business (CB)
district, one off-street parking space is required for each approved guest room/unit in addition to
two spaces for the residential dwelling.
b) A dimensioned plan layout of home or building complex identifying the bedrooms and/or
apartments to be utilized for lodging.
c) A dimensioned site plan of property showing location of buildings and parking spaces.
2) An approved life safety inspection from the Seward Fire Department, requiring the following:
a) Carbon Monoxide Detectors
b) Smoke Detectors
c) Code approved egress windows or outside fire exit(s) present for each sleeping area
d) Exit sign(s) posted, if required
e) Description of how sign is illuminated
f) Emergency exit plan posted in the sleeping area(s)
g) Fire extinguishers available and current tag is in place
Obtaining a city business license and lodging permit go hand -in -hand. When an applicant applies for a license, the
first step in the process is for the City Clerk's office to check for compliance with various city, borough and state
departments to determine if the applicant is in good standing.
The next step is for Community Development to determine whether the proposed location is properly zoned for a
lodging business and if the building satisfies the correct code requirements, once the completed lodging permit
application and any additional site and parking plans have been submitted.
The final step in the process is for the Seward Fire Department to conduct an on -site life safety inspection. You
may call SFD to make an appointment any time during regular business hours.
City of Seward business licenses and lodging permits are valid until the end of each calendar year. Each of these
items must be renewed on an annual basis in order to be in good standing with the City of Seward. For more
information about the applicable Seward City Code, please visit www.municQde.com or visit the City Clerk's
office at 410 Adams Street in downtown Seward.
If you have any questions regarding this process, please do not hesitate to contact us at the numbers below:
City Clerk's Office: 907-224-4046
Community Development: 907-224-4048
Fire Department: 907-224-4036
Once again, thank you for doing business in Seward and we wish you a successful business year!
Lodging Permit Application • NEW
Updated January 2013
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After gathering input from floodplain
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They will host the second webinar in
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The lead presenter will be Chris
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audience are local floodplain
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Nominations for Floodplain
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Do you know an outstanding
floodplain manager or community
who deserves recognition?
NORFMA is seeking nominations
for an outstanding individual and an
outstanding community to be
honored at the 2018 Annual
Conference this September 26-28, in
Bellingham, Washington.
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Management
Honors an individual responsible for
the development or implementation
of a distinguished local program or
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to champion sound floodplain
management principles at the local
level. Selection criteria will include
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collaboration, and overall program
impact.
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Floodplain Management
Honors a local community (city,
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with a program that demonstrates
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demonstrate vision or forward
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Balancing Multiple Needs in
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Introduction to CRS
August 21, 10 am
Online - 1 CEC
CRS: Flood Insurance Promotion
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August 22, 10 am
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Floodplain Development Permit
Review
September 13, 9 am
Online - 1 CEC
Inspecting Floodplain Development
September 13, 10:30 am
Online - 1 CEC
CRS: Preparing an Annual
Recertification
September 18, 10 am
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September 19, 10 am
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October 16, 10 am
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