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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11052019 Planning & Zoning Minutes City of Seward,Alaska Seward Planning&Zoning Commission Minutes November 5, 2019 Volume 7, Page 364 CALL TO ORDER The November 5, 2019 regular meeting of the Seward Planning& Zoning Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chair Cindy Ecklund. OPENING CEREMONY Commissioner Seese led the pledge of allegiance to the flag ROLL CALL There were present: Cindy Ecklund presiding, and Gary Seese Nathanial Charbonneau Kelli Hatfield Martha Fleming Comprising a quorum of the Board; and Also Present Jackie Wilde, Community Development Director Andy Bacon, Planning Assistant Excused Tom Swann Craig Ambrosiani SPECIAL ORDERS,PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS Administration Report Jackie Wilde updated the Commission on the following business items • Wilde told the Commission that on Thursday November 7th the Clerk will be holding training on Boards and Commissions rules and procedures. • Wilde notified the Commission on the need for an upcoming quarterly report to Council • Wilde notified the Commission of an upcoming appeal hearing on November 12, 2019 at 5:00 PM Other Reports, Announcements, and Presentations Historic Preservation Commissioner Sue Ward presented a draft version of a document titled Downtown Historic District Design Standard and Guidelines, an addendum to the 2017 Historic Preservation Plan. Ward stated that the bulk of this plan was taken from a document adopted by the City of Juneau. Ward discussed some of the key features of historic architecture seen in downtown Seward. Ward stated that the plan was in its early phases, and requested input from the Planning and Zoning Commission on technical aspects relating to the plans adoption to our City Code. City of Seward,Alaska Seward Planning&Zoning Commission Minutes November 5, 2019 Volume 7,Page 365 CITIZENS' COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING Cole Petersen, outside city, thanked Commissioners for their support of his past apartment building project. Petersen stated that he has had good feedback on the apartments so far, and stated that he appreciated the work that the Commission did in implementing changes to City Code. Jena Petersen,outside city,thanked Commissioners for the time they spend reviewing plans and listening to what everybody has to say about their projects. Petersen stated that she appreciated the Commission's willingness to work with them. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Motion (Fleming/Charbonneau) Approve the agenda and consent agenda Motion Passed Unanimous The September 3, 2019 regular meeting minutes were approved on the consent agenda New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing Resolution 2019-017 Granting A Conditional Use Permit To Cole Petersen dba C & J Properties LLC To Construct And Operate A 12 Unit Multiple Family Dwelling Unit On Tract C-3, Gateway Subdivision No. 1, Located At 100 Benson Drive; Within The Multi- Family Residential(R-3) Zoning District Wilde stated that the property contains approximately 35,719 square feet, and the proposed project will meet all City of Seward Development Requirements described in §15.10.222. Wilde stated the neighboring properties are all zoned Multi-family Residential (R3). The properties to the west/northwest of the subject parcel contain two fourplex dwellings and two single-family dwellings. The property to the east contains a single-family dwelling, and the adjacent property to the south is the site of the Jesse Lee Home. There is no indication this development will have a negative impact on adjoining property values. Wilde stated this property is not located in a special flood hazard area. Wilde described the available utilities on site and discussed some site development needs in order to connect the building to municipal sewer services. Wilde stated that this hearing item was properly noticed, and staff has presented all received citizen correspondence to the Commission. Cole Petersen, outside city, described the project to Commission. Petersen stated this apartment building was very similar to the studio apartments he built on Third Avenue, with the exception of the end units, which are larger. Commission went off the rules to discuss the project with Mr. Petersen. City ofSeward,Alaska Seward Planning&Zoning Commission Minutes November 5, 2019 Volume 7, Page 366 Jena Petersen, outside city, thanked Commissioners for reviewing this application. Petersen stated that she wanted this building to contribute to the neighborhood. Petersen discussed the positive feedback she has received on the studio apartment building on Third Avenue. Commission went off the rules to discuss the project with Mrs. Petersen. Motion (Fleming/Charhonneau) Approve Resolution 2019-017 Granting A Conditional Use Permit To Cole Petersen dba C & J Properties LLC To Construct And Operate A 12 Unit Multiple Family Dwelling Unit On Tract C-3, Gateway Subdivision No. 1, Located At 100 Benson Drive; Within The Multi-Family Residential(R-3) Zoning District Commissioner Fleming stated that her questions about the sewer system had been answered by the applicant during citizen's comments. Fleming noted the underutilization of that portion of the Benson Road Right of Way and the eventual need to improve that access. Charbonneau stated that all his questions were answered in discussion during citizen's comments. Ecklund discussed some surrounding properties. Hatfield asked if Benson Drive had drainage, to which Wilde replied that the 100 block of Benson did not currently have ditching, but that it would be added. Motion passed AYES: Hatfield, Seese, Charbonneau, Fleming,Ecklund NOES: none UNFINISHED BUSINESS—None NEW BUSINESS A. Commission discussed the draft 2020 calendar,and that was approved by consensus. B. Commission set topic for November 19, 2019 Work Session as Joint Work Session with Historic Preservation Commission to Discuss Downtown Historic District. Fleming- Told Commission that she had to give up her seat on the School Board due to unforeseen circumstances. Fleming also congratulated Wilde on her promotion to Community Development Director. Hatfield-Updated Commission on her meeting availability Charbonneau-Thanked staff for their work Seese-Thanked staff for their work Ecklund- Stated that she was happy to be home, and thanked the staff and the Commission for their work. Ecklund pointed out the Commission rules and procedure document that was presented as a laydown, and encouraged fellow Commissioners to attend the training. City of Seward,Alaska Seward Planning&Zoning Commission Minutes November 5, 2019 Volume 7,Page 367 Citizens' Comments- none Commissions and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments- none ADJOURNMENT(Charbonneau) The meeting was adjourned at 8:02 PM r n Ja ie C. Wilde Cindy L. and ([ Planner Chair (City Seal) •••'"" I V�•Co.✓DRPO/Z9Ts1Q o • • _ • SEAL • +�- i h • w. •tige OF 41'S