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Planning and Zoning Commission
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October 6, 2020 @ 7:00 p.m.
Seward Library Community Room 239 61 Ave
PUBLIC NOTICE
TEMPORARY PROCESS FOR CITIZEN COMMENT& PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AT THE OCTOBER 6, 2020
SEWARD PLANNING AND ZONINIG COMMISSION MEETING
The Seward Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, October 6, 2020.
This meeting will be held in the Seward Library Community Room 239 Sixth Avenue. Because the City of
Seward is currently experiencing a declared public health emergency due to Coronavirus Disease 2019
(COVID- 19), alternate methods for providing Public Participation have been created:
How to Attend the Meeting in person:
Due to the size of the Library Community Room and the required social distancing no more than 10
members of the community can be in the room at one time with the commission. If there are more
people interested in attending in person groups of 5 will be rotated in from distanced waiting stations in
the hall. Participants will be required to wear a face covering during the meeting. Citizen's temperatures
will be taken and contact information recorded for contact tracing.
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1.The meeting will be Live Streamed on the City' s YouTube page. Log onto YouTube and type City of
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How To Submit Your CITIZEN COMMENTS
1. Email your written Citizen Comments to planning@cityofseward.net no later than 5:00 p.m. on
Monday, October 5, 2020. Identify whether you want your comments READ ALOUD at the meeting or
EMAILED to the commission upon receipt. Comments requested to be read aloud will be delivered
verbally to council by the planner during Citizen's Comments. In response to your email,you should
expect to receive a verification email from the planner—if you do not receive this email, please call the
planner at 224-4020.
2. If you wish to be available by telephone a conference call number has been established for this
meeting. Please contact planning@cityofseward.net no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 5,
2020 for instructions to use this conference call line. All Citizen Comments will be timed and limited to
three minutes. The citizen will be called upon in order of receipt of request, ONE time; if there is no
answer,the planner will move on to the next citizen.
Thank You For Your Cooperation!
Seward Planning & Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
October 6, 2020 7:00p.m. City Council Chambers
Cindy Ecklund
Chair
Term Expires 02123 1. Call to Order
Gary Seese 2. Pledge of Allegiance
Commissioner
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3. Roll Call
Tom Swann
Commissioner 4. Citizens' Comments on any subject except those items
Term Expires 02122 scheduled for public hearing. [Those who have signed in
Craig Ambrosiani will be given the first opportunity to speak. Time is limited
Commissioner to 3 minutes per speaker and 36 minutes total time for this
Term Expires 02122 agenda item]
Nathaniel Charbonneau 5. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda. [Approval of
Commissioner
Term Expires 02121 Consent Agenda passes all routine items indicated by
asterisk (*). Consent Agenda items are not considered
Kelli Hatfield separately unless a Commissioner so requests. In the event
Commissioner of such a request, the item is returned to the Regular
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Agenda.]
Liz DeMoss
Commissioner 6. Special Reports & Presentations
Term Expires 02123
A. City Administration Report
B. Other Reports, Announcements & Presentations
Scott Meszaros
City Manager
Jackie C Wilde
Community Development
Director
Eric Kozielski
Planner
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7. Public Hearings [Limit comments to 5 minutes. Those who have signed in will be given the first
opportunity to speak]
A. Unfinished Business Items requiring a Public Hearing
1. Resolution 2020-08 of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of
Seward,Alaska, granting a conditional use permit to John Wisel II to construct and
operate two or more apartment units within a commercial building located at 213
Fifth Avenue in the Central Business district(CB)......................................Page 3
B. New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing
2. Resolution 2020-11 of The Planning And Zoning Commission Of The City Of
Seward, Alaska, Recommending City Council Approve The Renaming Of The
North/South Right Of Way Currently Known As Rush Loop To Dunham Drive
Located Within The Gateway Subdivision.................................................Page 23
8. Unfinished Business—None
9. New Business
A. Set Joint Work Session with Historic Preservation Commission for November 3,
2020 ..................................................................................................................Page
B. Set work session topic for October 20, 2020....................................... Page
C. Approval of September 1, 2020 Regular Meeting Minutes..............................Page 27
10. Informational Items and Reports (No action required)-
A. Planning and Zoning Commissioner Newsletter..........................................Page 33
B. FEMA Region X Newsletter...........................................................................Page 35
C. 2020 Planning & Zoning Meeting Schedule.................................................Page 37
D. City Calendars .............................................................................................Page 38
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
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Sponsored by: Applicant
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2020-08
RESOLUTION 2020-08 OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT TO JOHN WISEL II TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE TWO OR
MORE APARTMENT UNITS WITHIN A COMMERCIAL BUILDING
LOCATED AT 213 FIFTH AVENUE IN THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
(CB)
WHEREAS, Property owner, John Wisel II has applied for a Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) from the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission to construct and operate a mixed-use
commercial building with 3 studio apartment units within the Central Business (CB) Zoning
District; and
WHEREAS, the property is in the Central Business (CB) Zoning District, at 213 Fifth
Avenue; and
WHEREAS, according to the Seward City Code (SCC), Land Uses Allowed Table
15.10.226, Studio Apartments and Apartments in a Commercial Building are allowed in the
Central Business Zoning District by Conditional Use Permit; and
WHEREAS, having complied with the public notification process, on July 7, 2020 the
Seward Planning and Zoning Commission held the required public hearing on the Conditional
Use Permit application; and
WHEREAS, having postponed the public hearing at the regular Planning and Zoning
Commission meeting July 21, 2020 for resubmittal and clarification of project plans, those plans
have been submitted for review.
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. 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 or shall be by required conditions. The property is
located within the Central Business (CB) Zoning District. Apartments in a Commercial
Building is allowed by Conditional Use Permit in Central Business.
B. The value of adjoining property will not be significantly impaired
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Seward Planning and Zoning Commission
Resolution No. 2020-08
Page 2 of 4
Finding: This condition has been met or shall be by required conditions. The neighboring
properties are zoned Central Business (CB). The parcel to the north is a Hotel, to the
south is a Restaurant. The properties to the west across the alley are Commercial Retail
businesses, and across Fifth Avenue to the east is a Hotel and a Historic dwelling
permitted as a short-term rental. The applicant property is demolished except the old
basement, and sits vacant. There is no indication the development will negatively impact
the value of any adjoining properties.
C. The proposed use is in harmony with the Seward Comprehensive Plan.
Finding: This condition has been met. The proposal is in harmony with the Seward 2030
Comprehensive Plan (2017) and Strategic Plan (1999); both plans encourage infill
development on vacant sites in established areas of the city.
Seward 2030 Comprehensive Plan (approved by Council 2017):
The Comprehensive Plan promotes commercial development within the City of Seward
in accordance with community values. Section 2.2.11 Economic Base Promote infill
development by encouraging and promoting construction on vacant sites in areas of the
city which are already established (page I-10).
Strategic Plan (1999)
Pursue the community's vision through rigorous implementation of the Comprehensive
and Land Use Plans
- Promote in-fill development by encouraging and promoting construction on vacant sites
in already established areas of the city (Page 10)
Continue to Support and Encourage the Re-vitalization of Downtown
- Focus downtown revitalization efforts on vacant and dilapidated buildings (Page 14)
D. Public Services and facilities are adequate to serve the proposed use.
Finding: This condition has been met or shall be by required conditions. Adequate water,
sewer, and power are available to the property as well as adequate fire, police and solid waste
disposal services. City code requires that every business within the City must provide
containers suitable for refuse collection (SCC 14.05). Construction waste and debris must be
removed weekly and upon completion of construction.
E. The proposed use will not be harmful to the public safety, health or welfare.
Finding: This condition has been met or shall be by required conditions. The
construction shall meet all current International Building and Fire Code requirements and
be reviewed through the building permit process.
F. 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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Seward Planning and Zoning Commission
Resolution No. 2020-08
Page 3 of 4
Based on the above findings and conclusions, approval of the CUP shall be subject to
the following conditions:
1) Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy the applicant shall be required to
replat the property in accordance with SCC section 12.10.030, and shall furnish certified
copies of the final plat to Community Development and Building Inspections.
2) The existing entry stair is a remnant of the nonconforming structure and must be
reconstructed out of the Right-of-Way with new construction. SCC Section
15.10.315(f)(2).
3) All construction shall meet the current International Building Code and International Fire
Code, including all accessibility requirements provided for within the International
Building Code.
4) Prior to issuance of a building permit,
• A preliminary plat shall be submitted to Community Development.
• The applicant shall obtain a professional architectural code study to address any
use of existing foundations, as well as any potential use of studio apartments as
short-term rental units in a commercial building.
• Structural and Architectural Stamped Engineered drawings shall be approved by
the Building Official. They will also show the final mix of uses as approved
within the Conditional Use Permit
• Sprinkler/ Alarm Plans if required for the use must be also approved by the
Building official.
• The applicant shall submit a dimensioned site plan identifying the total required
on-site parking spaces for the residential uses, the vehicle ingress and egress
route, and delivery access and egress for service vehicles.
5) The applicant shall coordinate with Public Works and obtain a right-of-way permit prior
to any work in the right -of-way. The applicant shall continue to work with staff through
the building permit process to address and accomplish any required upgrades to public
utilities if needed.
6) The applicant shall start a job order with the electric department and work with their staff
on connecting to services
7) Animal / Bird resistant dumpsters /containers shall be provided for all garbage and refuse
for the life of the use.
8) Construction waste and debris shall be removed weekly and upon completion of
construction.
9) 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.
10)Modification of final approval of a conditional use permit may, upon application by the
permitee, be modified by the Planning and Zoning Commission:
• When changed conditions cause the conditional use to no longer conform to the
standards for its approval.
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Seward Planning and Zoning Commission
Resolution No. 2020-08
Page 4 of 4
• To implement a different development plan conforming to the standards for its
approval.
• 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 that 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/or the agent, and
authorizes the administration to issue a conditional use permit to John Wisel II to construct and
operate a mixed-use commercial building with 3 studio apartment units located at 213 Fifth
Avenue in the Central Business District (CB), subject to the above conditions.
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 6"' day of
October, 2020.
THE CITY OF SEWARD
Cindy L. Ecklund, Chair
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
VACANT:
ATTEST:
Brenda Ballou, MMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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P&.Z Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: October 6, 2020
To: Planning and Zoning Commission
Through: Jackie C. Wilde, Community Development Director
From: Eric Kozielski, Planner
Agenda Item: Resolution 2020-08 of the Ilanning and Zoning Commission of the
CiltG ol' Seward, Alaska, granting a conditional use permit to John
`4't iscl Il to construct and operate two or more apartment units within
a commercial building located at 213 Fifth Avenue in the Central
l3us111css district (('13)
This cor e is returning from the regular P&Z Commission meeting
.hd"v 21. 2020 where it was postponed fir resubm ttal and
clarijication of project plans.
BACKGROUND &JUSTIFICATION:
Property owner, John Wisel 11 has applied for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) from the Seward
Planning and Zoning Commission to construct and operate a mixed-use commercial building with
3 studio apartment units located at 213 Fifth Avenue in the Central Business (CB) Zoning District.
According to the Seward City Code, Land Uses Allowed Table 15.10.226, "Dwelling, Apartment
in a commercial building(two or more units)" and"Dwelling,apartment,studio"are allowable
in the Central Business(CB)Zoning District by Conditional [)sc Permit.
The proposed Mixed-use commercial building is to be located at 213 Fifth Avenue. The Legal
description of the property is S 10' of Lot 13 &the N 25' of Lot 14 Block 9 of the Original Townsite
Seward. This parcel is .08 acres in size. The proposed new construction will be done within the
footprint of the ori-inal building 30' x 65' and is located approximately at the south and east
property line. The p,irccl is currently vacant except the basement/foundation from the demolished
building, which is closed off from entry.
The resubmitted documents include a new answers page for the application, a new concept building
plan, a Barking diagram for three (T) lull sized spaces. delivery lane,and trash bin location; as well
as ti signed statement that there has not been a fuel leak on site. The floor plans call for Office/Retail
space on the first ioor and Storage and Mechanical equipment in the basement. The plans show
how the second floor could be laic/ out as Studio Apartments,or Office uses based on the conditions
imposed during the CUP process. \Nhile the third door would be Studio Apartments (Studio
apartments must be 500 sgft.or less with full kitchen and bathroom).The application requested
three ()) o I'these Apartment units in the resubmitted documents; the applicant desires to operate
them as short-term rentals. To operate as short-term rentals is a separate permit after the building is
completed. An architectural code study will be required to verify the viability for any reuse of the
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Planning and Zoning Agenda Statement
Resolution 2020-08
Page 2 of 4
old foundation and so the building is constructed to meet the standard for both Studio apartments
and/or short-term rental units.
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING:
The neighboring properties are all zoned Central Business (CB) district.
Floodplain status:
According to the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map, adopted by the City of Seward, the property
lies entirely within Zone X.
Utilities:
City water,sewer, and electrical service are available on site. Communications utilities are available.
Parkinz:
Seward City Code 15.10.215B. requires a ratio of 1 parking spaces per studio apartment unit or 1
space per lodging guest room. Section 15.10.215A provides an exception for off street parking in
the CB and HC zones. It has been the practice of the P&Z commission to require off street parking
for residential uses in the CB and HC however this is up to the discretion of the commission. The
applicant has provided an off-street parking diagram for the maximum possible spots on the parcel,
a total of three (3), in their updated site plan.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
Comprehensive Plan (2030, approved by Council 2017):
The Comprehensive Plan promotes commercial development
1 within the City of Seward in accordance with community values. X
Section 2.2.11 Economic Base Promote infill development by
encouraging and promoting construction on vacant sites in
areas of the city which are already established (page I-10 .
Strategic Plan (1999):
Pursue the community's vision through rigorous
implementation of the Comprehensive and Land Use Plans
Promote in-fill development by encouraging and
2 promoting construction on vacant sites in already X
established areas of the city (Page 10)
Continue to Support and Encourage the Re-vitalization of
Downtown
Focus downtown revitalization efforts on vacant and
dilapidated buildings (Page 14
Seward City Code Table 15.10.226
3 Dwelling, apartment in a commercial building (two or more Requires
units) in Central Business (CB) CUP
Dwelling, apartment, studio in Central Business CB
Planning and Zoning Agenda Statement
Resolution 2020-08
Page 3 of 4
Staff Comments
Staff has reviewed the Rezoning application and no objections were reported.
Department Comments No Comment N/A
Building Department 1) All building Permit Applications for
new construction will be reviewed
under currently adopted building
and fire codes.
2) At minimum Structural and
Architectural engineered drawings
are assumed to be provided as part
of the building permit application
rocess
Fire Department Prior to construction architectural,
structural, and if required sprinkler/ alarm
plans must be submitted and follow
current locally adopted codes. Including
the International Building Code,
International Fire Code, and International
Building Code accessibility requirements
Public Works Prior to any work in the Right-of-Way
Department coordinate with public works for permitting
Harbor Department X
Police Department X
Electric Department Provide necessary electrical easements for
electrical service and as required during
platting
Telecommunications X
Public Comment
Property owners within three hundred (300) feet of the parcel were notified of this proposed
Conditional Use Permit for the July 21, 2020 meeting. New public notice signs were posted on the
property, September 25, 2020 and all other public hearing requirements of Seward City Code
§15.01.040 Public Hearings were complied with.
Public comment from neighboring property owners was heard at the July 21, 2020 meeting. 3
citizens expressed a list of concerns about the project and/ or requested that the CUP be denied.
RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS:
1) Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy the applicant shall be required to replat
the property in accordance with SCC section 12.10.030, and shall furnish certified copies of
the final plat to Community Development and Building Inspections.
2) The existing entry stair is a remnant of the nonconforming structure and must be
reconstructed out of the Right-of-Way with new construction. SCC Section 15.10.315(f)(2).
3) All construction shall meet the current International Building Code and International Fire
Code, including all accessibility requirements provided for within the International Building
Code.
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Planning and Zoning Agenda Statement
Resolution 2020-08
Page 4 of 4
4) Prior to issuance of a building permit,
a. A preliminary plat shall be submitted to Community Development.
b. The applicant shall obtain a professional architectural code study to address any use
of existing foundations, as well as any potential use of studio apartments as short-
term rental units in a commercial building.
c. Structural and Architectural Stamped Engineered drawings shall be approved by the
Building Official. They will also show the final mix of uses as approved within the
Conditional Use Permit
d. Sprinkler/Alarm Plans if required for the use must be also approved by the Building
official.
e. The applicant shall submit a dimensioned site plan identifying the total required on-
site parking spaces for the residential uses, the vehicle ingress and egress route, and
delivery access and egress for service vehicles.
5) The applicant shall coordinate with Public Works and obtain a right-of-way permit prior to
any work in the right -of-way. The applicant shall continue to work with staff through the
building permit process to address and accomplish any required upgrades to public utilities
if needed.
6) The applicant shall start a job order with the electric department and work with their staff on
connecting to services
7) Animal / Bird resistant dumpsters / containers shall be provided for all garbage and refuse
for the life of the use.
8) Construction waste and debris shall be removed weekly and upon completion of
construction.
9) 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.
10)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.
RECOMMENDATION:
Based on the findings provided in Resolution 2020-08, staff recommends granting a Conditional
Use Permit to John Wisel II to construct and operate a mixed-use commercial building with 3 studio
apartment units located at 213 Fifth Avenue in the Central Business (CB) Zoning District with
recommended conditions.
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION
This completed application is to be submitted to the City Clerk no later than three (3)weeks in advance
of the next regularly scheduled Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. Regular meetings are held
the first Tuesday of each month. The application must be accompanied by the$300 filing fee.Approved
permits will require an additional document recording fee, as set by the State of Alaska. In addition,
please provide an as-built survey if the property has been developed or a scaled site plan with
elevations if the property is undeveloped.
Applicant:
Address: O� •'� ��
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Property Owner(if other than applicant):
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Telephone Number: `4 qR Email:WjpQu,rv� '
Property Description
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Please note that prior to the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission granting a Conditional Use
Permit, it shall be established that the proposed use satisfies the following conditions of Seward
City Code 15.10.320 (See the attached pages for specific City Code requirements)
A) The proposed use is consistent with the requirements of the Seward Zoning Code and the
designated zoning district. Please describe the use.
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F) Include building elevation plans and a site plan, drawn to scale.The site plan should include:
1) Property dimensions
2) Location and dimensions of existing and planned buildings
3) Parking configuration
4) Driveways and access
5) Natural features
6) Other pertinent information
I hereby certify that the above statements and other information submitted are true and accurate
to the best of my knowledge and that I have the following legal interest in the property:
MOwner of record
( ) Lessee
( )Contract purchaser
( /Authorized to act for a person who has the following legal interest:
I understand that this item will be scheduled for action only if all application materials are
submitted not less than three weeks in advance of the next regularly scheduled Planning and
Zoning Commission meeting. Regular meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month.
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Applicant Signature:
Property Owner Signature:
Enclosed:
$300 Payment M
Dimensioned plot plan 1 drawings 09
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VJ heating the Licensed Mechanical professional, Here by verifies there was NO fuel leak to the
fuel tank located at 213 5TH Ave. The Tank was "dipped" prior to demolition to verify the tank
was empty. After the complaint was made, VJ went to the site to cut off and cap a bent 2" vent
pipe, about 24" of above ground pipe was removed. The tank is 48" below ground. The local
city building inspector attention was notified to the complaint By VJ Keating,
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2020-11
RESOLUTION 2020-11 OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL
APPROVE THE RENAMING OF THE NORTH/SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY
CURRENTLY KNOWN AS RUSH LOOP TO DUNHAM DRIVE LOCATED
WITHIN THE GATEWAY SUBDIVISION
WHEREAS, Willard E. Dunham had a history of extraordinary public service along with
an exemplary contribution to the City of Seward; and
WHEREAS, Willard Dunham was appointed to his first civic position in 1960 where he
served as a Planning &Zoning Commissioner; and
WHEREAS, in 1982, Dunham was appointed to the Trade Board, where he served until
June, 1993 when the board was abolished and the Port & Commerce Advisory Board was
established to replace it; and
WHEREAS, Dunham was immediately appointed to the Port & Commerce Advisory
Board, where he served until 1999; and
WHEREAS, in 2002, Dunham was elected to City Council where he also served as Vice
Mayor from 2005 through 2009; and
WHEREAS, in 2009, Dunham was elected as Mayor; and
WHEREAS, West of the Phoenix Road is a 60-foot platted, north/south right of way
(ROW) currently known as Rush Loop; and
WHEREAS, the developer and residents of this street have been contacted with the
City's recommendation to rename the right of way, and concur with the designations for this
renaming;
WHEREAS, City Council Resolution 85-10 established a Street-Naming and numbering
system provide a standard approach to the naming and numbering of streets within the City
limits; and
WHEREAS, the Dunham Drive recommendation meets all sections of the Resolution
85-10 street Naming & System; and
WHEREAS, the official naming of any drive surface within the City must be designated
by a platting action or a Resolution of the City Council; and
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Seward Planning and Zoning Commission
Resolution No. 2020-11
Page 2 of 2
WHEREAS, having complied with the public notification process, on October 6, 2020,
the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on the recommendation of
renaming Rush Loop to Dunham Drive.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning
Commission that:
Section 1. The Commission recommends the City Council approve the official renaming of
Rush Loop to Dunham Drive.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission this 6"' day of
October, 2020.
THE CITY OF SEWARD
Cindy L. Ecklund, Chair
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
VACANT:
ATTEST:
Brenda Ballou, MMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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P&Z Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: October 6, 2020
To: Planning and Zoning Commission
From: Jackie C. Wilde, Community Development Directo
Agenda Item: Resolution 2020-11 of The Planning and Zoning Commission
Iteconinncnding; City Council. Approve the Renaming of the
North/South Right of Way Currently Known as Rush Loop to
l unham Drive Located Within the (i iteway Subdivision
BACKGROUND &JUSTIFICATION:
Willard E. Dunham had a history of extraordinary public service along with an exemplary
contribution to the City of Seward. Willard Dunham was appointed to his first civic position in
1960 where he served as a Planning&Zoning Commissioner. In 1982, Dunham Ni as appointed
to the Trade Board, where he served until June, 1993 when the board was abolislied and the
Port & Commerce Advisory Board was established to replace it. Dunham was immediately
appointed to the Port & Commerce Advisory Board, where he served until 1999. In 2002,
Dunham was elected to City Council where he also served as Vice Mayor from 2005 through
2009. In 2009, Dunham was elected as Mayor.
West of the Phoenix Road is a 60-foot platted, north/south right of way(ROW) currently known as
Rush Loop. The dc\eloper and residents of this street have been contacted with the City's
recommendation to renzinic the right of way.These citizens concur with the Citv`s recommendations
concerning;the rles),ni itioti for this renaming in honor of Willard Dunham.
City Council Resolution 85-10 established a Street-Naming and nwnberinta, system provide a
standard approach to the naming and numbering of streets within the ("Ay limits. The
recommendation to rename, Rush Loop to Dunham Drive. meets all sections of the Resolution 85-
10 Street Naming & System. In order to add a road nanie to the Kenai Peninsula Borough (KPB)
E911 Master Street. Addressing Guide (MSAG), the road must be officially named by Council
Resolution or accepted through platting action.
CONSI T NCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
1. Comprehensive Plan 2039 approved 6y_Council2017 : X
2. Strategic Plan 1999 : — -- X
Public Comment
Having complied with the public notification process, on October 6,2020,the Seward Planning and
Zoning Commission held a public hearing on the recommendation of renaming Rush Loop to
Dunham Drive.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Planning and Zoning Resolution 2020-011 officially renaming
the north/south public right-of-way of Rush Loop to Dunham Drive.
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CALL TO ORDER
The September 1, 2020 regular meeting of the Seward Planning & Zoning Commission
was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chair Cindy Ecklund.
OPENING CEREMONY
Commissioner DeMoss led the pledge of allegiance to the flag
ROLL CALL
There were present:
Cindy Ecklund presiding, and ��"'�
Nathanial Charbonneau Tom Sw Liz DeMoss
Craig Ambrosiani Gary S ' ;,Kelli Hatfield
Comprising a quorum of the Board; and
Also Present
Jackie C. Wilde, Community Development cto /i
Eric Kozielski, Planner %j"
Andy Bacon, Planning Assistant
All public testimony was delivered either in writing or telej cally at this meeting
CITIZENS' COMM `S ( ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THESE ITEMS SCHEDULED
FOR PUBLIC HEA�NG
McKenzie McCarthy , o' de„ j��/ ed that N works with Spitwspotz, an internet service
provider based„out of;Homer, e co / is expanding services to the Seward area through
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an o o unit from the;Borou jIcCarthy that there is a big market inside and outside
city limits for their unique type of� less intern, and he is currently looking at potential sites
outside of.-,;/ward City Lirnits, and el to introduce himself to the community. McCarthy
provided co to"ct information fo;;"the corny should anyone in the community wish to reach out.
APPROVAL OF A'G,ENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Motion (Charbonneau/Hatfield) Approve the agenda and consent agenda
Motion Passed AYES: Charbonneau, Swann, DeMoss,
Ambrosiani,Seese, Hatfield, Ecklund
NOES: none
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SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS
Administration Report
Jackie Wilde stated that Administration has nothing to report at this time.
Other Reports, Announcements, and Presentations - None
New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing
Resolution 2020-10 of the Planning And Zoning Commission Of The City Of Seward,Alaska,
AMZW/AI
Recommending City Council Amend Title 15 Of Sew4rdPWity Code Regarding Commercial
Communications Towers To Provide Special Provisions For Su0 Land Use
Kozielski stated that review of the code pertaiffifi�g to commercial c ommunications towers is
currently a City Council approved priority fof;thfe, Planning and Zoning,Commission. Kozielski
stated that Commission had held three work sessions on this topic,leading up;to tonight's meeting.
Kozielski discussed some minor amendments that,had beenb lade to this draft as a result of
discussion at the work sessions,as well as two major chags�the inclusion of language describing
a variance process, and language describing an appeal process, should an application be denied.
Chair Ecklund opened public hearing on this item.
Maridee Pabst, out se city, fePesenting AT&T with the Wireless Policy Group, discussed a
comment she sent to �mmission% ing concerns with tower height setbacks.Pabst stated that the
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small lot sizes in the do Down ar�would leave few options for tower siting with these setback
requirements ' st alsotd ference to a variance process may not provide relief to
tower he' ue toditio�ia, f} eria for which a variance must pass in order to be
approv f
Kim Alle*j tside city, r entmgf' prizon with the Wireless Policy Group stated that she
agreed with r the issue- with providing a traditional variance process for cell
tower siting. is conce that the code in its current form may present an effective
prohibition on the' of new ers in the downtown area. Allen is also concerned that the land
use table currently p its unication towers in residential zoning districts, and supports
allowing towers by Cori se Permit. Allen discussed the service area map requirement as
part of the proposed code, stated that it is difficult to visually represent towers that are meant
to increase network capacity as opposed to expanding coverage area. Allen asks that other
documentation be considered in leu of a map.
Ken Lyons, outside city, hoped that his participation in work sessions up to this point had been
informative and beneficial to the discussion. Lyons reiterated the need to have a centrally located
communication site in order to increase network capacity, and that coverage was currently
adequate for our area provided by towers already located on the periphery of town. Lyons stated
concerns that the zoning code for communication towers is currently outdated to reflect the
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capacity needs of users. Lyons addressed a comment that was made by staff at the work session
that local governments could adopt stricter regulations than the federal government, and noted that
the FCC telecommunication act preempts local regulation.
Tanguy Libbrecht,inside city, stated that he attended the work session in August and appreciated
the open forum for discussion on this topic.
Chair Ecklund closed public hearing.
Motion (Hatfeld/Ambrosiani) Approv, solution 2020-10 of the
Plan nd Zoning Commission Of The
Ci ward, Alaska, Recommending
o Amend Title 15 Of Seward
Cody 1 tegarding Commercial
ommunicatio Towers To Provide
,., Special Provisions*Such Land Use
Hatfield stated that Commission has spent signific eng on this, d earing from the
representatives during public hearing, felt that there icient options fAKcommunication
tower deployment to serve our small geographic area. rosiani stated concerns about the
statements made by the wireless policy group representativ inting out the possibility that the
draft ordinance may be in violation of Federal law. Ambrosia d that the wireless companies
were well represented thj ,experienced staff at wireless poli�"group, but the City had not
consulted an outside ,,perts fVi— esenting City interests on this matter. Ambrosiani said that
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before he felt comfortable voting fof this, he would like the draft code reviewed to make sure the
City was opening rtself''�" liability/gainst a well organized and represented industry. Ecklund
asked if the City Attorney /v//ie/� ;�„j�rdinance, to which Wilde affirmed. Ecklund asked if
the legal department had any q reco dation on this, to which Kozielski replied they had
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not. Ecklund asked about the ��I oft e j rents from legal staff. Kozielski referred to
attorne su ested chan`'e's to sect i 1 relating tb'the denial process, and a provision prohibiting
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denial for reasons relating to�adyerse 1flh effects from radio frequency emission. Ecklund asked
if the City Attorney provided any advice Ateedback on the concerns mentioned by wireless policy
group representatives. In respdKk Wilde stated that the attorneys reviewed the draft and the
changes and at the tine did not have any problem with the language,or moving it forward. Swann
stated that the Conditional UsePermitting process gives the Commission leeway in the review
process,and that the Corrimission may address individual project concerns on a case by case basis.
DeMoss asked if the current"or previous attorney firm reviewed the draft, to which Kozielski
replied that it was the previous attorney. Wilde added that the current City Attorney had also
reviewed the document. DeMoss stated she was unsure if we have received enough expert advice
before moving this forward. Ecklund stated that she is concerned that the people we have heard
from on this are the people that would benefit from a more liberal ordinance than what is before
the Commission. Ecklund agreed with Swann's statement regarding the Conditional Use process,
and stated that she did not support communication towers sited in residential zones, and stated she
would probably vote yes on the resolution, felling comfortable with the amount work sessions and
attorney review. Ecklund asked if any Commissioner had heard from the public regarding wireless
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connection issues. Charbonneau said he had excellent coverage in town and out to Rugged
Island, and noted that some structures may inhibit signal. Seese and Charbonneau both stated
they heard from citizens who did not want towers in residential areas. Swann acknowledged that
we need more towers, and stated these changes provide for placement of towers. Swann gave
examples of code that could be considered prohibitive, and did not think the draft ordinance
presented tonight was prohibitive. Ambrosiani stated that he had an issue with using the
Conditional Use Permit process to get to what should be addressed in the ordinance. In response
to Ecklund, Ambrosiani stated that he was unsure if amending this ordinance would have the
effect of eliminating potential violation of the Telecommunica on Act, and did not feel like he
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had enough expert information upon which to decide, an Id be comfortable postponing
decision pending expert review. Ecklund stated that we % eked for expertise for over a year,
and the experts that came forward were from the indu Und stated that the City Attorney
had reviewed this code, and discussed what other opti' , 6vere'' able such as hiring an outside
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consultant to review. Wilde stated that the City not contrt �vith any outside consultants
or seek legal advice beyond the City Attorne�r�- and pointed o at this would also come
before the council for additional discussion aW4 blic comment.
Motion (Ambrosiani/DeMoss) tp 4zesolution � 10 until the
2020 meeting d request that
the provide more independent
Teleco nication advice on solutions to
the netw� rapacity without downtown
communicat i( ,towers
DeMoss asked if in ft,iiiterim tieeehe Staff could show areas where communication towers could
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be located. Hatfield ask6d,if there s a budget to contract with an independent expert in the next
month Wild ed that th t a budget for that and she would have to go before Council
and re u e sta t extefis ye,research had been performed to create this draft
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ordintid if the � issio �y� re to moWe tgostpone until the next meeting, staff would in
all like d bring the sr ance forward. Wilde stated that she wouldn't know where
to seek any ditional in on, aiY�that Staff researched neighboring city codes to see what
worked fore communi t. Eckluf>'l stated that since the Commission did not put a
moratorium on tl ? communic� n towers, she was concerned with postponing for 30 days, and
would probably voto'4o on the t"ion.
Motion Failed AYES: Ambrosiani,DeMoss
NOES: Hatfield, Swann, Seese,
Charbonneau,Ecklund
Hatfield asked where the setback distance of 1.1 times the height of the proposed tower came
from, to which Kozielski replied that the same setback requirement for wind turbine towers was
being followed. Kozielski also stated that there was an option for the setback distance to be reduced
through the use of break point engineering.
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Main Motion Passed AYES: Seese, DeMoss, Swann, Hatfield,
Charbonneau,Ecklund
NOES: Ambrosiani
Set Work Session Topic for September 15, 2020
Commission preferred focusing on the walkable mural application and discussed to what extent
Lodging and Land Uses could be covered in the same evenin&,Commissioners wanted to hear a
report on Short Term Rental Activity after discussion of a walkable mural application.
Commission set September 15, 2020 work session topics,,as "Discuss crosswalk(walkable
murals) application process" and "Title 15 Lodging"
Commission scheduled a joint work session with Seward/Bear Creek Service Area Board for
October 6, 2020 from 6:00-7:00 PM and set topic'as:"Discuss Beach Revitalization Project"
Discuss scheduling biannual or quarterly joint work,s,�essons with Historic Preservation
Commission
Wilde stated that she has been attending Historic Preservation meetings and noted that there is a
disconnect between the VOolrit d commissions, and is hoping to set regular joint work sessions
with Historic Preservat,/, and2104 and Commerce, so that Planning and Zoning could help them
with questions relatitf o City Codq,Swann stated that it was important that these boards work
together.
Commisso staff to brir}g forwaf d a Planning and Zoning meeting calendar that
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contail rterly jots fork ses' I, s with the Hi„storic Preservation Commission.
CommissI6#Comments:
Hatfield- That& §,taff for pre"Ong the communication tower ordinance
Ambrosiani- Tha staff for 00paring the communication tower ordinance
DeMoss- No commerits,
Charbonneau- Thankedt4op Aic and staff for preparing information for the meeting
Seese- Agreed with the other commissioners
Swann- Stated that our Chair did an excellent job Chairing the meeting remotely
Ecklund- Stated she would be calling in at our September work session and will be back in person
on October 6
Citizens' Comments:
Tanguy Libbreeht, inside city, complimented the Chair on running the meeting telephonically,
and stated that although he is here as a private citizen, as a member of the Historic Preservation
Commission he is looking forward to working with the Commission on issues of mutual interest.
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Commission and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments-None
ADJOURNMENT (Charbonneau)
The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 PM
Jackie C. Wilde Cindy L. Ecklund
Community Development Director Chair
(City Seal)
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Planning fundamentals
officialsfor public and
engaged citizens
David Morley,A"p,research program
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Conservation Subdivision Design ---
A conservation subdivision is a residential subdivision that devotes at least half of its potentially
buildable land area to undivided,permanently protected open space.In contrast,conventional
subdivisions devote all,or nearly all,buildable land area to individual lots and streets. r�
Conservation subdivision design can help communities implement a network of permanently 0�`
protected natural areas.However,subdivision and zoning regulations often discourage or prohit)rt
conservation subdivisions.
BACKGROUND
In the decades following World War II,many urban areas in the United States expanded outward
through successive waves of residential subdivision development.Typically,these subdivisions Conservation subdivision des+gn
prioritized maxim zing the number of buildable lots over protecting natural or cultural resources. encourages the preservation of
In many places,the proliferation of conventional subdivisions has contributed to rabitat fragmentation environmentally sensitive areas
and loss,increased stormwater runoff and erosion,and strained the ability of cities and counties w4hour reducing residentiol der.sit;es.
to maintain roads and provide services.
In rural areas,conservation subdivisions offer several advantages to communities over conventional
subdivisions.They provide more habitat for wildlife,filter and retain more stormwater runoff,require less
new infrastructure,and better maintain a rural sense of place.When developers link open spaceareas
to the open spaces of adjacent subdivisions,conservation subdivisions can contribute to a network of
environmental corridor,also known as a green infrastructure network,within or between communities.
Conservation subdivisions do not,however,stop urban expansion or reduce automobile dependency.
In recent decades,buyers have demonstrated a willingness to pay a premium for homes in conservat�on
subdivisions,and some developers have embraced conservation subdivision design techniques.Other
developers are reluctant to move away from a conventional approach to subdivision design,which
remains profitable and popular in many parts of the country.This reluctance is often compounded
by local zoning regulations that stipulate large minimum lot sizes,lot frontages,and building set-
backs--which make conservation design impractical or impossible--and subdivis r7n egulations that
require expensive preliminary design drawings,which discourages developers from making cnanges in
response to communi y feedback.
IDENTIFY CONSERVATION PRIORITIES
To maximize the benefits o,conservation subdivision design,communities must first identify the
environmental and cultural resources or features they want to protect from new development.
Many cities and counties-dentify these resources or features during a comprehensive,oper,space
or green infrastructure plan-making proress.
Some features,such as floodplains,yr etlands,and steep slopes,may already be protected from net:
development by existing developfT,ent regulations.these°primaryconservation features are the
communety's highest priorities for conservation.Other"secondary"conservation features and resources
are vulnerable to new development.These often include mature woodlands and individual large trees, '
historic sites and structures,wildlife habitat,prime farmland;groundwater recharge areas,ripaKan cor-
ridor,and scenic viewsheds.
,P�merica,)Planning Associatior
Planning Advisory Service
Creating Great Communities for All
a;It)Hical o'•of the American oor i ry rsscc aJi PAS uu c<Na'c'i\n. l
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UPDATE DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
After a community has identified the features and resources it wants to protect from future develop-
ment,planners and local officials must update the community's zoning and subdivision regulations
to require or incentivize conservation subdivision design,either community wide or in certain areas.
Typically,this means adopting new provisions that establish conservation subdivision design as a
distinct alternative to conventional subdivision design..
These provisions must specify permissible locations for conservation subdivisions,whether conserva-
tion subdivision design is required or voluntary,the minimum percentage of the site that must be
maintained as protected open space,and permissible deviations from zoning and subdivision standards
specifying lot sixes,frontages,setbacks,and street widths.These regulations generally permit developers
to create the same number of buildable lots as a conventional subdivision.
Conservation subdivision regulations typically require developers to follow a four-step design process.
The first step is identifying conservation areas by overlaying maps of the community's primary and
secondary conservation priorities onto a map of the development site and conducting a site analysis
to precisely locate these futures and resources.Next,developers select individual home sites based on
permissible density and a desire to maximize views of and access to the protected open space.Then,
developers connect the home sites and accessible open spaces with streets and trails.Finally,develop-
ers establish lot lines for each home site.
These regulations must also specify the permissible methods for permanently protecting open spaces.
Common methods include conservation easements held by either a land trust or the local government
and permanent restrictive covenants.Additionally,conservation subdivision regulations must address
responsibilities for open space ownership and maintenance.In many cases,these regulations assign
ownership of protected open spaces to a home owner association and require developers to submit a
management plan that details responsibilities and guidelines for maintenance.
FURTHER READING
PROVIDE EDUCATION AND ASSISTANCE Published by the
Finally,planners and local officials can increase the likelihood of conservation design supporting the American Planning
c:ornrnunity's vision for land conservation by providing education and assistance to developers and Association
other community members.Developers may be unfamiliar with the conservation subdivision design
process.Meanwhile,current residents may be unaware of the potential advantages of conservation Feiden,Wayne.2019.'Cnruervatior,
subdivisions over conventional subdivisions,and potential owners may be unaware of responsibilities Limited t)r�veloprnent for Luca c overn-
associated with living in a conservation subdivision. ments'PASMemo,March/April.Available
at planning.org/publications/docu-
5ome cities and counties have produced handouts and guides to ex.>lain the concept of conseiva- ment/9171905.
tion subdivision design and summarize local regulations for conserdatior sr.bdiv ions 0-.1hers provide Schwab lames c.,ed.2016.subdivision
technical assistance to developers during the application process to tielp User-refine their designs to Design in Flood Hazard Areas.PAS Report
maximize open space connect iy without sacrificing the number of buildable lots. No.584,[hicago.American Planning
Association.Available at planning.orgf
CONCLUSIONS publicationslreportl9112664.
Conservation subdivision design can help communities protect vulnerable natural and cultural features
and resources from new development.Furthermore,when developers widely embrace this approach
as an alternative to conventional subd'vision design,it can be a valuable tool to help communities Other Resources
establish a local or regional green ^`rastructure network. to realize and maximize these t refits,corn
munitie5 must explicitly autno•ize onseivation subdi v,liars in their development regulations a^d Ar,'ndt,Randall.1999.'Gruwing c,reener:
provide education and assistance to communicate t is:r)tential trade-offs associated with de elo Conservation Subdivision design'
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the country are finding nature-base
Preparing for Post-Disaster Building Community solutions to be a highly effective way
to provide public services that were
2 Responsibilities Resilience with traditionally met with "gray"
Nature-Based infrastructure. Local officials and
3 Featured Reading Solutions their partners are using nature-based
solutions to improve water quality in
A Guide for Local Communities Lenexa,Kansas;to reduce flood risks
Natural hazards such as flooding, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; to limit
high wind, drought, and landslides erosion in coastal North Carolina;
pose major threats to communities and to provide neighborhood
across the United States. The amenities in Houston,Texas.
3 Online Training Calendar i National Mitigation Investment FEMA and its federal partners
Strategy identifies nature-based produced the National Mitigation
solutions as a cost-effective approach Investment Strategy to increase our
to keep natural hazards from nation's resilience to natural hazards.
becoming costly disasters. The Its purpose is to coordinate the use of
promise of nature-based solutions federal, state, local, and private
comes from the many benefits they resources to help communities
offer and the many partners they can survive and thrive in the face of
draw to the table. natural disasters.
Nature-based solutions weave The purpose of this guide is to help
natural features and processes into a communities identify and engage the
community's landscape through staff and resources that can play a
planning, design, and engineering role in building resilience with
practices. These practices can be nature-based solutions.Planning and.
applied to a community's built building cost-effective nature-based
environment (for example, a solutions will require collaboration.
stormwater park) or its natural areas Many departments may need to be
Strategic Alliance tor Risk Reduction (for example, land conservation). involved in planning and carrying
RegionFEMA While nature-based solutions have out the strategies in this guide.
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Featured Reading Building Resilient 5. Benefit Cost Analysis(BCD)
Basics for Projects
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Take to Protect Flood-Prone Communities(BRIO) 6. FEMA GO Intro and Basics
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for reducing for Building Resilient Infrastructure The Notice of Funding (NOFO),
flood damage and flood risk to and Communities(BRIG)grants as a important grant links, webinars and
homes and businesses containing a direct applicant to FEMA. other resources are available here:
crawlspace. This guide provides a. The application period opens da EMA Re tan /0 BRIC Tribal
step-by-step decision-making September 30, 2020 and closes Webinar Series.
process for homeowners and January 29,2021 at 3 PM Eastern.
business owners who want to reduce ST,aRR
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potentially lower their flood will be offered by FEMA Region 10
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your local floodplain management
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September 30, 10- 11:30 a.m. upcoming
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Nonstructural Flood Proofing October 14, 1-3:00 p.m.
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