HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrd2019-010 Sponsored by: Planning&Zoning Commission
Introduction Date: June 24, 2019
Public Hearing Date: July 8,2019
Enactment Date: July 8, 2019
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
ORDINANCE 2019-010
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AMENDING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF LOT 23A
MARATHON ADDITION WHITEHORN REPLAT, LOCATED AT 513
FIRST AVENUE, FROM INSTITUTIONAL (INS) TO SINGLE-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL (RI),IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAND USE PLAN
WHEREAS, Laura Schneider and Kenneth Caldwell, owners of Lot 23A Marathon
Addition Whitehorn Replat, have submitted a rezoning application and the filing fee, requesting
their lot be rezoned from Institutional (INS)to Single Family Residential (R1); and
WHEREAS, the current zoning of the parcel is Institutional (INS) and the current Land
Use Plan map designation recommends the parcels be rezoned to Single Family Residential (RI);
and
WHEREAS, Seward City Code 15.01.035 - Amendments (b) (3) allows the
consideration of this rezone because the requested zoning district is recommended by the Land
Use Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Single-Family Residential (R-1) district is intended to provide for
stable and quiet low to medium density (one to five dwelling units per acre) detached, single-
family residential development, free from other uses except those which are both compatible
and convenient to residents of such a district; and
WHEREAS, a goal of the Seward Comprehensive Plan is to bring the Zoning Map into
conformance with the Land Use Plan; and
WHEREAS,city staff has reviewed and supports the proposed rezone; 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 &
Zoning Commission on June 4, 2019; and
WHEREAS, the Planning & Zoning Commission has complied with public notice and
public hearing procedures for amending zoning district designations, as required by Title 15; and
WHEREAS, at the June 4, 2019 meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission reviewed
the rezoning application, held a public hearing, and recommended City Council approval of the
proposed zoning amendment included in this ordinance.
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
ORDINANCE 2019-010
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA HEREBY ORDAINS 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 23A Marathon Addition
Whitehorn Replat from Institutional (INS)to Single-Family Residential (R1).
Section 2.This ordinance shall take effect ten(10)days following its enactment.
ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
this 8th day of July, 2019.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
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Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: June 24, 2019
Through: Scott Meszaros, City Manager -_
From: Jackie C. Wilde, Planner
Agenda Item: Resolution of the Seward Planning and Zoning
Commission of the City of Seward, Alaska, recommending City
Council approval of the rezoning of Lot 23A Marathon Addition
Whitehorn Replat from Institutional (INS) to Single Family
Residential (RI)
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
Attached for the Council's review and enactment is Ordinance 2019-010 amending the zoning
designation of Lot 23A Marathon Addition Whitehorn Replat from Institutional (INS) to Single
Family Residential (RI).
The applicants, Laura Schneider and Kenneth Caldwell,have stated that they intend to construct a
single-family home for a private residence on the subject parcel. According to Table 15.10.226
Land Uses Allowed, single-family homes are not an allowed use in the Institutional Zoning
District.
Lot 23 Marathon Addition was rezoned from single family RI to INS in 1985 for the purpose of
expanding the Wesleyan nursing home facility, which was formerly located on the adjoining
parcels to the south. In 1987 Lots 23 and 24 Marathon Addition were re-platted, resulting in the
conveyance of 10 feet of Lot 23 to Lot 24, and creating Lot 23A Marathon Addition Whitehorn
Replat, which is approximately 6,347 square feet.
Property owners within three hundred(300)feet of Lot 23A Marathon Addition Whitehorn Replat
were notified of this proposed Rezone. Public notice signs were posted on the property, and all
other public hearing requirements of Seward City Code §15.01.040 Public Hearings were
complied with.
The Planning and Zoning Commission held the public hearing June 4, 2019 and approved
Resolution 2019-009 recommending City Council approval of the rezoning of Lot 23A Marathon
Addition Whitehorn Replat, located at 513 First Avenue, from Institutional(INS)to Single-Family
Residential (R1). No public comments were received by staff or during the Public Hearing.
INTENT:
Amend the zoning designation of Lot 23A Marathon Addition Whitehorn Replat from Institutional
(INS) to Single Family Residential (R1), bringing the property into conformance with the Land
Use Plan adopted in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
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CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
Comprehensive Plan:
3.2 Promote residential and commercial development
within the city of Seward in accordance with
community values. (page 13)
1. 3.2.2.1 Maintain community vision through the rigorous X
implementation and update of the Comprehensive and
Land Use Plans (page 14)
a Update the zoning code in order to implement the
Comprehensive Plan and bring the zoning map into
conformance with the Land Use Plan (page 14,bullet 3)
Strategic Plan:
0 Promote Residential and Commercial Development X
inside the City. (Page 9, Bu11et 2)
FISCAL NOTE:
The City of Seward will have no costs associated with this amendment to the City of Seward
zoning map.
Approved by Finance Department q
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
At the time of this review no public concerns have been submitted to staff.
RECOMMENDATION:
The Seward Planning and Zoning Commission and Staff Recommend:
June 24, 2019 the Council introduces Ordinance 2019-010 amending the zoning designation of
Lot 23A Marathon Addition Whitehorn Replat from Institutional (INS) to Single Family
Residential (RI) Zoning.
July 8, 2019 the Council conducts a public hearing and enacts Ordinance 2019-010.
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