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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes1996-013 Sponsored by: Staff CITY OF SEWARD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 26=1.3. A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION, GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO RANDY BLUM FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF A MOTEL ON LOT 6A, BLOCK 17, FEDERAL ADDITION, BLUM ADDITION AS AUTHORIZED BY 15.10.320 OF THE SEWARD ZONING CODE WHEREAS, Randy Blum has requested a Conditional Use Permit for the construction and operation of a motel on Lot 6A, Block 17, Federal Addition, Blum Addition; and WHEREAS, an application meeting the requirements of Section 15.1O.320(B), was submitted and received on August 19, 1996; and WHEREAS, this request is located on land zoned Central Business District; and WHEREAS, in accordance with the Land Uses Allowed Table (15.10.225), Lodging (hotel, motel, lodge, inn) is permitted within the Central Business District by Conditional Use Permit; and WHEREAS, a duly advertised public hearing, meeting the requirements of Section 15.01.040 was held by the Commission on September 4, 1996. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SEWARD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION of the City of Seward that: Section 1 In accordance with SCC ~ 15.10.320 (D), the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the applicant's request for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to construct and operate a motel on Lot 6A, Block 17, Federal Addition, Blum Addition and made the following Findings of Fact: A. A completed application and fee was submitted. The application and $250.00 fee was received by the city on August 19, 1996. Seward Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution No. 96-13 Page 2 B. The use is consistent with the purpose of this chapter and the purposes of the zoning district, to wit: 1. Designating, regulating and restricting the location and use of buildings, structures and land for residence, commerce, trade, industry or other purpose. The proposed site is zoned Central Business District. A hotel/motel is allowed within the CBD by Conditional Use Permit. 2. Regulating and limiting the height, number of stories and size of buildings and other structures hereinafter erected, or alterations of existing buildings. The proposed hotel meets all of the development requirements of the CBD including building height, setbacks and lot coverage. 3. Regulating and determining the size of yards and other open spaces in order to provide adequate open spaces for light and air, and to prevent and fight fires. No yards or setbacks are required within the Central Business District, however, the proposal identifies the following building setbacks: front = 60 ft; rear = 5 ft; north side = 2.6 ft & south side = 4 ft. The Electric Department has stated that the four foot south side setback is minimal for service equipment on that wall. The Engineering & Utilities Manager has expressed concern that the proposed building roof will shed snow directly into the alley. There is also concern that the proposed roof may shed snow and rain onto the adjacent private property to the south. 4. Regulating and limiting the density of population by preventing an undue concentration of population. The nature of the project will automatically develop a continuing non-resident overnight population based on the capacity of the proposed hotel. Unless there is a manager apartment included, there is no increase in permanent resident population. 5. Lessening congestion on streets and highways. The 11 off-street parking spaces identified in the site plan will serve to lessen any added congestion generated from the proposed business. C. The value of adjoining property will not be significantly impaired. There is no evidence that the proposed project would have any significant negative impact Seward Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution No. 96-13 Page 3 on adjoining property nor would it make any change in property values community wide. As previously stated, there is concern that the proposed roof will shed snow and rain onto the adjacent private property to the south. D. The proposed use is in harmony with the Seward Comprehensive Plan. The Land Use Plan which is considered a part of the Comprehensive Plan, designates the subject site as Auto Commercial. A hotel/motel is allowed as an outright use within the AC zoning district, however, setbacks and parking are required in the AC district. E. Public Services and facilities are adequate to serve the proposed site. Adequate water, sewer and power appear to be available to the property as well as adequate fire, police and solid waste disposal services. The Electric Department has commented that electric service for the proposed project will require the replacement of a transformer. F. The proposed use will not be harmful to the public safety, health or welfare. There appears to be nothing related to this proposal that would adversely affect public safety, health or welfare, provided snow is not allowed to shed onto any adjacent private property or public right-of-way. G. 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 to the proposed use. The Comprehensive Plan recommends continuing to require landscape plans as part of conditional use permits (CUP). The applicant submitted an initial landscape plan with the CUP application. Section 2. Based on the Findings of Fact specified in Section 1, the Planning and Zoning Commission authorizes the City Clerk to issue a Conditional Use Permit to Randy Blum for the construction and operation of a motel on Lot 6A, Block 17, Federal Addition, Blum Addition, subject to the following conditions: 1. The applicant must provide the same number of parking spaces for the motel as would be required if the project were located in the Auto Commercial Zoning District. Seward Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution No. 96-13 Page 4 2. The parking area will be paved within one year from the date of the certificate of occupancy. 3. The building will be designed and located in such a manner so that snow and rain do not shed onto any public right-of-way or adjacent private property. 4. Landscaping, based on the plan submitted with the Conditional Use Permit, shall be completed within one year from the date of the certificate of occupancy. 5. Any significant plan amendments, as determined by the Community Development Director, shall require the review and approval of the Planning & Zoning Commission. 6. The permit is only authorized for the particular use specified and will automatically expire if, for any reason, the permitted use ceases for more than one year. The permit win be transferable only if and when the transferee signs a form provided by the city, acknowledging that the transferee is bound by all terms and conditions of the prior approval and permit. Section 3 This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission, this 4th day of September, 1996. THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA ~&d Blaine Bardarson, Chairman AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Bardarson, Carpenter, Castellina, Clark, Kincheloe, Niebrugge, Skibeness None None None Seward Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution No. 96-13 Page 5 ATTEST: \:> ~~ ~). ~'v.a-::J ~L Linda S. 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