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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02022021 Planning & Zoning PacketCity of Seward Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting- Virtual February 2, 2021 7:00 PM The Public may observe and participate in the following meetings via Zoom. 6:00 — 6:50PM --Planning and Zoning joint work session with Historic Preservation Topic "Review Seward's Historic District and Possible Ways to Update Code" 7:00 PM Planning and Zoning Regular meeting Please note that the Planning & Zoning and Historic Commissioners will not be present at City Hall. When: February, 2, 2021 06:00 PM Please click the link below to join the webinar: https: f lzoom.us or by telephone Dial 1-253-215-8782 or 1-888-788-0099 (toll free) Webinar ID: 925 8140 1316 Passcode: 144149 The Public is strongly encouraged to participate. Public Comment: Callers will be placed in a queue and calls will be answered in the order in which they were received once public comment begins. Seward Planning & Zoning Commission Regular Meeting Joint Work session with Historic Preservation 6: 00 p.m. February 2, 2021 7: 00 p.m. City Council Chambers, 410 Adams Street Cindy Ecklund Chair Term Expires 02123 Tom Swann Vice -Chair Term Expires 02122 Gary Seese Commissioner Term Expires 02122 Craig Ambrosiani Commissioner Term Expires 02122 Nathaniel Charbonneau Commissioner Term Expires 02121 Kelli Hatfield Commissioner Term Expires 02121 Vanessa Verhey Commissioner Term Expires 02123 Norm Regis Acting City Manager Jackie C. Wilde Community Development Director Andy Bacon Planning Assistant 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. 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] 5. 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.] 6. Special Reports & Presentations A. City Administration Report B. Other Reports, Announcements & Presentations Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Agenda February 2, 2021 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 - None B. New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing 1. Resolution 2021-01 Recommending City Council And Kenai Peninsula Borough Approval Of The City Owned: Fourth Of July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial Center, Polar Seafood Lease Lots; A Replat Of Lots 1A And 1B Fourth Of July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial Center Polar Seafoods Replat; Located Within The Industrial (1) Zoning District........................................................................................Page 3 8. Unfinished Business 9. New Business 1. Discuss planning and Zoning Priorities from April 2021 to April 2022 ............... Page 14 2. Approve 2021 Planning and Zoning meeting calendar ......................................... Page 17 3. Set February 16 Work session Topic as: Discuss possible code changes regarding Dwellings, Housing, and Short -Term Rentals 4. Discuss scheduling a work session to review the Municipal Lands Management Plan 5. 2021 Planning Conference Notice......................................................... Page 19 6. * Approval of December 1, 2020 Regular Meeting Minutes ................................. Page 21 7. * Approval of December 15, 2020 Special Meeting Minutes ................................ Page 26 10. Informational Items and Reports (No action required) - A. Planning and Zoning Commissioner Newsletter ...................................... Page 31 B. FEMA Region X News................................................................................ Page 33 C. 2021 Planning & Zoning Meeting Schedule .............................................. Page 34 D. City Calendars......................................................................................... Page 37 11. Commission Comments 12. Citizens' Comments [Limit to 5 minutes per individual Each individual has one opportunity to speak] 13. Commissions and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments 14. Adjournment Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Agenda February 2, 2021 Sponsored by: Administration CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2021-01 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION, OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL AND KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH APPROVAL OF THE CITY OWNED: FOURTH OF JULY CREEK SUBDIVISION, SEWARD MARINE INDUSTRIAL CENTER, POLAR SEAFOOD LEASE LOTS; A REPLAT OF LOTS IA AND 1B FOURTH OF JULY CREEK SUBDIVISION, SEWARD MARINE INDUSTRIAL CENTER POLAR SEAFOODS REPLAT; LOCATED WITHIN THE INDUSTRIAL (1) ZONING DISTRICT WHEREAS, Enterprise Engineering, on behalf of the City of Seward, has submitted a preliminary replat of City owned Block 9, Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, to be known as Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC) Polar seafood Lease Lots; and WHEREAS, this platting action subdivides Lot IA and Lot 2A, Block 9, Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, SMIC, 2007-02; creating four (4) parcels to be located on the west side of Nash Road between Morris Avenue and Mustang Avenue; involving approximately 3.8 acres; and WHEREAS, the properties of this replat are located within the Industrial Zoning District (I); the minimum lot size and lot width as required by City Code have been met; and WHEREAS, the purpose of this replat is to create a new lease parcel to support operations at the Polar Seafoods processing plant; and WHEREAS, City staff have reviewed the preliminary replat; and WHEREAS, Block 9 is currently serviced by private roads, municipal water, sewer, electric and other utilities; therefore no subdivision installation agreement shall be required; and WHEREAS, the replat protects and provides easements for existing and planned utilities throughout the replat area; and WHEREAS, it is the Planning and Zoning Commission's responsibility to act in an advisory capacity to the Seward City Council and the Kenai Peninsula Borough regarding subdivision plat proposals; and WHEREAS, all conditions required by Seward City Code § 16.01.015, Conditions to plat approval, were met; the property owners and leaseholders within 300 feet of the requested replat were notified of the proposed subdivision, and the property was posted with public notice signage. 3/39 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission that: Section 1. The Commission hereby recommends that, in accordance with Seward City Code Section 16.01.015 (B), the City Council approve the submittal of the Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC) Polar seafood Lease Lots to the Kenai Peninsula Borough for approval. Section 2. The Commission further recommends Kenai Peninsula Borough approval of the Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC) Polar seafood Lease Lots. Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission this 2nd day of February 2021. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: VACANT: ATTEST: Brenda Ballou, MMC City Clerk (City Seal) THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA Cindy L. Ecklund, Chair 4/39 P&Z Agenda Statement Meeting Date: February 2, 2020 To: Planning and Zoning Commission Through %� Jackie C. Wilde, Community Development Director( / 1�',/ From: Andy Bacon, Planning Assistant Agenda Item: Resolution 202 1 -01 recommending City Council and Kenai Peninsula Borough approval of the Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial Center, Polar Seafood Lease Lots replat BACKGROUNI) & JUSTIFICATION: Attached for the Commission's review and recommendation to City Council and the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission is a preliminary plat submitted by Enterprise Engineering, on behalf of the City of Seward. In accordance with Seward City Code (SCC) 16.01.015(B) "No preliminary plat of City -owned property may he submitted to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission for approval without the prior consent of the City." This replat is located within the Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC). This platting action subdivides Lot I A and Lot 2A, Block'9, Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, SMIC, Plat no. 2007-02; creating four (4) parcels; involving approximately 3.8 acres. The new parcels are located an the west side of Nash Road between Morris Avenue and Mustang Avenue. The purpose of this platting action is to crate a new lease parcel to support operations at the Polar Seafoods fish processing plant, and to create a parcel to support operations for the US Coast Guard fast response cutter. SUBDIVISION REVIEW: Zonln: The replat is within the Industrial Zoning, Uislrict. Current development surrounding this replat includes Jag Industrial & Marine Services, the Polar 5cal'oocls lish processing plant, newly constructed floats for moorage, and the City boat storage yard and washdown pad parcels. Utilities: The replat area is currently serviced by roads, municipal water, sewer, and electric; no subdivision installation agreement shall be required. , xistinX Uses: Block 9 currently contains the Polar Seafoods fish processing plant and :idlacent ccluipment storaHIc Anti seasonal employee campground. A vacant parcel, currently known its I-ot l.\. contains i perking and staging area servicing the newly constructed fisherman's float. The adjacent parcel to the north consists ol, a staging area to serve the public crane. Flood Zone: A portion of these parcels, loc.itccl ilonx the \Gesdern jwopertN line. is lok:aled within the VE coastal high hazard area flood zone. CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A Seward 2030 Comprehensive Plan (approved by Council, 2017) 3.5 Port and Harbor Development (page 16) 1. Section 3.5.1 Maintain a thriving port of Seward through harbor X improvements, infrastructure expansion, and implementation of management Tans. 2. Strategic Plan (1999) X Seward City Code: 16.01.015. Conditions to plat approval. 3. b) No preliminary plat of city -owned property may be submitted to the Kenai X Peninsula Borough planning commission for approval without the prior consent of the city -council. Staff Comments: Staff has reviewed the preliminary plat and no objections were reported. Department Comments No Comment N/A Building Department X Electric Department X Harbor Department X Police Department X Public Works Department X Telecommunications X Public Comment: Lease holders and property owners within three hundred (300) feet of the proposed platting action were notified of this public hearing. Public notice signs were posted on the property, and all other public hearing requirements of Seward City Code § 15.01.040 were complied with. At the time of this publication the Community Development Department has received no public inquiries, and staff provided additional information regarding the size and location of the subject parcel. If any further correspondence is received after publication of this agenda statement, it will be presented as a lay down item at the Commission meeting. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the approval of Planning and Zoning Resolution 2021-01 recommending City Council and Kenai Peninsula Borough approval of the Fourth of July, Seward Marine Industrial Center, Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial Center, Polar Seafood Lease Lots replat 6/39 CO At, MUSTANG Lr 0 ANN rr P&Z Resolution 2021-01 Location of proposed replat Fourth of July Sub, SMIC N PDR�r c§e gTqaq I aqoLease 0 62.5 125 250 Feet 0 er urces prope�?P�s and aerial # imagery do not overlay correctly. 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IF'ourth of July Creek Subdivision Seward Marine Industrial Center Polar Spafond I Pac;p PROPERTY INFORMATION: legal description Lot to & Lot 2A, Black 9, Fourth of July Creek Subdivision Seward Manne Industrial Center Polar Seafoods Replat plat no 2007-2 Section Township,Range Sec. 34 T1 S R1 E SM AK General area description End of Nash Road City (if applicable) Seward I Total Acreage 3.849 SURVEYOR Company Enterprise Engineering, Inc. Contact Person: Stacy Wessel Mailing Address: 2525 Gambell st Suite 201 City, state, zip Anchorage, AK 99503 Phone: (907) 563-3835 a -mail: wessels(d,)eeiteam.Com PROPOSED WASTEWATER AND WATER SUPPLY WASTEWATERE]on site[2]CityE]community WATERan site ZCity Ocommunity SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS A preliminary plat application will be scheduled for the next available plat committee meeting after a complete application has been received. ::1 1—full size paper copy 7 — reduced sized drawing (11 x 17) preliminary plat NON-REFUNDABLE submittal fee 400 City Planning Commission minutes when located within city limits or Bridge Creek Watershed District 71 certificate to plat for ALL parcels included in the subdivision :i documentation showing proof of signatory authority (partnerships, corporations, estates, trusts, etc.) D ALL requirements of KPB 20.25.070 (see page 2 for checklist) and KPB 20.25,080 EXCEPTIONS REQUESTED TO PLATTING CODE: A letter, to be presented to the commission, with substantial evidence justifying the requested exception and fully stating the grounds for the exception request, and the facts relied upon, MUST be attached to this submittal. 1. 2. 3. APPLICANT: SIGNATURES OF ALL LEGAL PROPERTY OWNERS ARE REQUIRED. Additional signature sheets can be attached. When signing on behalf of another individual, estate, corporation, LLC, partnership, etc., documentation is required to show authority of the individual(s) signing. Contact KPB staff for clarification if needed. OWNER(s) Name (printed): Signature: Phone: e-mail: Name (printed): Signature: Phone: I e-mail: Name (printed): Signature: Phone: I e-mail: FOR OFFICE USE ONLY RECEIVED BY DATE SUBMITTED KPB FILE #. 9139 The preliminary plat shall be drawn to scale of sufficient size to be clearly legible and shall clearly show the following: A. Within the title block: Not applicable The required to my plat. information has been shown/noted. 1. Name of the subdivision which shall not be the same as an existing city, town, tract, or subdivision of land in the borough, of which a plat has been previously recorded, or so nearly the same as to mislead the public or cause confusion; 2. Legal description, location, date, and total area in acres of the proposed subdivision; and 3. Name and address of owner(s), as shown on the KPB records and the certificate to plat, and registered land surveyor; B. North point; C. The location, width and name of existing or platted streets and public ways, railroad rights -of -way, and other important features such as section lines or political subdivisions or municipal corporation boundaries abutting the subdivision; D. A vicinity map, drawn to scale showing location of proposed subdivision, north arrow if different from plat orientation, township and range, section lines, roads, political boundaries, and prominent natural and manmade features, such as shorelines or streams; E. All parcels of land including those intended for private ownership and those to be dedicated for public use or reserved in the deeds for the use of all property owners in the proposed subdivision, together with the purposes, conditions, or limitations of reservations that could affect the subdivision; F. The names and widths of public streets and alleys and easements, existing and proposed, within the subdivision; G. Status of adjacent lands, including names of subdivisions, lot lines, block numbers, lot numbers, rights -of -way; or an indication that the adjacent land is not subdivided; H. Approximate locations of areas subject to inundation, flooding, or storm water overflow, the line of ordinary high water, wetlands when adjacent to lakes or non -tidal streams, and the appropriate study which identifies a floodplain, if applicable; I. Approximate locations of areas subject to tidal inundation and the mean high water line; J. Block and lot numbering per KPB 20.60.140, approximate dimensions and total numbers of proposed lots; K. Within the limits of incorporated cities, the approximate location of known existing municipal wastewater and water mains, and other utilities within the subdivision and immediately abutting thereto or a statement from the city indicating which services are currently in place and available to each lot in the subdivision; L. Contours at suitable intervals when any roads are to be dedicated unless the planning director or commission finds evidence that road grades will not exceed 6 percent on arterial streets, and 10 percent on other streets; M. Approximate locations of slopes over 20 percent in grade and if contours are shown, the areas of the contours that exceed 20 percent grade shall be clearly labeled as such; N. Apparent encroachments, with a statement indicating how the encroachments will be resolved prior to final plat approval; and O. 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Wilde, Community Development Director Subject: Discuss the Planning and Zoning priorities in preparation for Council and Board joint work session. BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION: The Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council hold an annual joint work session to discuss and set priorities for the coming year. The 2020 Planning and Zoning Priorities are attached. Annually, priorities are proposed by the Commission and confirmed by Council. Please review and discuss recommendations. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Commission review 2020 Planning and Zoning Priorities information and make any changes they deem necessary in preparation for the joint work session with Council. 14/39 Sponsored by: Planning and Zoning Commission CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2020-07 A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD PLANNING AND ZONI\i COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALA,-,d,,: ",�, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF 1-I-1 F. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PRIORITIES FR[t -1 APRIL 2020 TO APRIL 2021 WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission and Seward City Council held a joint work session. reviewed and updated the Planning and Zoning annual Priorities List on February 25, 20210; and. WHEREAS, the Seward City Council Rules of Procedure, adopted March 14. 1994, state that the Council should meet in an annual ,joint work session with the Commission to address areas of mutual concern; and WHEREAS, Council will address a resolution adopting these recommendations. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Toning Commission that: Section 1. The following list of priorities with status updates and timelines is licrei v recommended to the City Council for approval: 11'RI L Zt12ti '1'C1 AP1tI L wt121 PRIORITIES Short and .Medium Term I ) Review/ Update all of Title 15 2) Support Council in exploring available funding / policy for infrastructure development (hold jointly with City council. if possible) 3) Current planning and zoning, including the subdivision of land 4) Provide research, analysis, and insights in an accessible and straightforward way on current topics — including demographics, housing, lodging, economic development. resiliency and sustainability. 5) Promote public interest and understanding of the comprehensive plan and review process 6) Communication tower education / work session with an industry expert. and recommend draft ordinance to Council 15/39 Continuing 1) l.00k at current and future community needs to identify a %vide range of strategies and investments that support the neighborhood's growth and ` itality. 2) Ground truthing of City for Comprehensives Plan 3) Continue to pursue compliance with the Seward C'it; %oning Cade by prioritizing the outstanding health and safety issues, such as snow removal, illegal camping, junk vehicles. etc. --This is are ongohi q revieu, 4) Identify and implement land use and zoning changes as well as other actions needed to support the short-term rccovery and long-term vitality of City 5) Se%vard Marine Industrial Centex' new zoning district 6) Fort Raymond Property planning and platting, (former USAF Rec. Camp) 7) Did You Know Code Education 8) Planning &, Zoning Commissioner training a. Seek additional training funding if possible Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and. Zoning Commission this 2nd day of June. 2020. THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA Cind ' . Ec und. Chair AYES: Hatfield, Swann, DeMoss, Ambrosiani, Seese, Charbonneau, Ecklund NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: VACANT: ATTEST: Brenda Ballou, NIMC City Cleric rr�rrwrr,rr�� of Szk, �+ w SEALci`'1) �-+- i �y r OF AV' �' .. 0"F00260r 40 16/39 Memorandum CITY OF SEWARD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Date: February 2, 2021 To: Planning & Zoning Commission Through: Jackie C. Wilde, Community Development Director From: Andy Bacon, Planning Assistant Subject: 2021 - Planning & Zoning Meeting Schedule This memo is to provide a schedule of the Planning & Zoning Commission Meetings for the calendar year 2021. Unless otherwise noted the P & Z regular meetings will begin at 7:00 p.m. P & Z work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m The Planning and Zoning Commission will be holding more joint work sessions with other board and commissions in 2021, and these are reflected on the color chart below: Regular Meetings begin at 7 Joint Work Sessions with the Historic p.m. in City Council Chambers: p. City Council Meetings begin at 7 p.m. in Gitv Pre=erra-ic : :c�-n =sicr at 6 o.i- and are Q Adams Street, City Hall. ty Council Chambers, 410 Adams Street, City follev.-ed ,�. he F an-inc anc Zoning Hall. Commisson ret_larmee:inc at, a.�. Work Sessions begin 6 m. g P Joint Work Sessions with the Seward f Bear Greek Flood Service Area Board at 6 p.m. and Joint Work Sessions ,::h :he Port and in City Council Chambers, 410 v are followed by the Planning and Zoning �-m111Crce Ad:i4jlv E and a- o r M. Adams Street, City Hall. Commission regular meeting at 7 p.m. A draft copy of the proposed 2021 meeting schedule is included under Informational Items and Reports: Page 35 17/39 W L � U) LL w� yy 4 N 0 0 U) ca c) LL ._ _F- F �L a� r Q CV F- [V 2 Ili LL 7 U) INNIMIN MIIMMIII M11MMIN Nommmil BEENE BONN 11MIMIN mulmmill MINNIE ISEMIN Cammmil MINMEMI 11111 IN I oil III MIN INNIMINIMINSIMINISINNIMI ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' Ilill I I M 11 I M I 11 M I I N... 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E rm 0 iv aj r a -0 r < r u ri Ln E Ili 16P r aj he Qoj 2 r aj cc -E Me E a tv -a fm m m It -r- U ,a uS CL a aal .2 .2 o 'I m ILI -M CL -Y C m AP -COL I A A . . ......... . ......... . ...... . ...... . ..... . ...... . ... ..... . ....... . ........ . ......... ....... .......... 0 ID X 0 ;-A E E f 4 0- o 2t: 2 8 m Qj CALL TO ORDER The December 1, 2020 meeting of the Seward Planning & Zoning Commission was called to order at 7:00 p-m. by Chair Cindy Ecklund. OPENING CEREMONY Commissioner Charbonneau led the pledge of allegiance to the flag ROLL CALL There were present: Cindy Ecklund presiding, and Tom Swann Gary Seese Kelli Hatfield Craig Ambrosiani Nathanial Charbonneau Comprising a quorum of the Board; and Also Present Jackie C. Wilde, Community Development Director Eric Kozielski, Planner All public testimony was delivered either in writing or telephonically at this meeting CITIZENS' COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING - none APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Motion (Swann/Hatfield) Approve the agenda and consent agenda Chair Ecklund pulled the November 3, 2020 minutes off the consent agenda Motion Passed AYES: Charbonneau Swann, Ambrosiani, Seese, Hatfield, Ecklund NOES: none SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS Administration Report Jackie Wilde thanked the MIS department for their assistance in migrating public meetings over to the Zoom platform. Wilde stated that Planner Kozielski's last day at work was approaching, and that he will be missed. Other Reports, Announcements, and Presentations - None 21 /39M Unfinished Business Items requiring a Public Hearing Resolution 2020-12 of the Seward Planning And Zoning Commission, Recommending That The City Council Amend. The Land Use Plan And Zoning Designation Of Lots 15A And 15B, Of Jesse Lee Heights Subdivision Addition No. 4 With The Physical Address of 101 & 105 Benson Drive From Multi -Family Residential (R3) To Park (P) Wilde stated that she has written citizen comments to read into the record, and has presented a laydown of the public comments received in the recent survey so that those may be retained in the record. This item is being brought back for public hearing from the November 3, 2020 meeting after the Commission requested more public input on the zoning change. A work session was held on December 1, and an online survey was distributed receiving approximately 160 comments. Chair Ecklund opened public hearing on this item. Christy Audette Bagula, inside city, discussed the historic use of the property as an orphanage and stated that it would be a shame to see the area developed with apartment buildings, and supported a plan to convert the area to a memorial and a park. Sharyl Seese, inside city, stated that she supports the resolution as written. Seese stated that she supported construction of a gazebo with interpretive panels telling the story of the Jesse Lee Home. Sara Walker, outside city, stated that she is with the HYPER group, and that she I not in support of a park because she has two young kids and they need a place to play indoors. Walker stated that her dream is to build a childcare facility, a daycare, and a museum. Walker was in support of doing something for the kids, but not an outdoor park. Nicole Lawrence, outside city, stated that she has heard a lot of great ideas of how the land should be used, and that it should honor the JLH and the children who lived there. Stated that this area was a high -density housing area and that it would be nice to have a green space for the area residents to use. Lawrence pointed out that contrary to what many were saying, if a portion of the land were to be designated for housing development, that it would not necessarily become section 8 multi -family housing. Lawrence emphasized the importance of honoring the history of the site, and stated that it would be beneficial to the City to sell some of the land for the purpose of building more housing. Liz DeMoss, inside city, stated that it seemed that most people wanted this to remain a green space, but noted that there were still housing issues with quality single family homes being available in Seward. DeMoss noted that the City may have other lands available to sell for housing development, and stated that she supports the resolution as written. Tanguy Libbrecht, outside city, stated that he supports the park designation, and looks forward to hearing further conversation on how the land gets developed. Libbrecht thanked the Commission for their work. 22/39 Chair Ecklund closed public hearing. Motion (Chaz•bonneau/Ambrosiani) Approve Resolution 2020-12 Of The Seward Planning And Zoning Commission, Recommending That The City Council Amend The Land Use Plan And Zoning Designation Of Lots 15a And 15b, Of Jesse Lee Heights Subdivision Addition No 4 With The Physical Address Of 101& 105 Benson Drive From Multi - Family Residential (R3) To Park (P) Charbonneau asked if a zoning change to Park would affect any of the development ideas heard, such as museum or child care center, to which Wilde replied that if a development proposal was brought forward that did not fit with the Park designation a section of the property could always be rezoned to fit the proposal. Ecklund and Ambrosiani asked if a community center or child care center were already allowed in Park. Ecklund relaxed the rules to ask questions of Sara Walker. In response to Ecklund, Walker stated that her group was not interested in purchasing the land, but was more interested in leasing it or partnering with the City to develop the child care center and museum. Walker stated that her group was latnching a website in January and was planning a family needs survey. Walker stated that a 2020 survey conducted by her group found that a large number of respondents weren't satisfied with the child care options in Seward. Ecklund went back on the rules Wilde provided the Commission with land uses allowed in Park zoning. Hatfield stated that she has concerns with rezoning the entirety- of the land as a park, and predicted that given the economic situation the lot would likely be empty for years to come. Hatfield noted that the housing market already contained many newly developed multifamily and studio dwelling units, and discussed the need for more suigle-family homes. Hatfield discussed selling; a portion of he land for housing development as a means to raise money for developing the park and memorial. Swann stated that from a public point of view it is more difficult to change back from Park to another residential use later in time. Swann stated that what is not known is the amount of leftover grant funds from demolition, and how those may be used to fiord the development of the park and memorial. Swann stated that knowing how much funduug was leftover would better inform the Commission of how they should plan future use of the land. Motion (SwannfHatfield) Postpone Resolution 2020-12 until demolition of the Jesse Lee home is completed. Ecklund asked administration about the demolition timeline. Wilde stated that because the City was delayed in demolishing the building, they were up against a tight deadline to spend funds by June 30, 2021. Wilde stated that by code, a memorial had to be built in the Park zoning district. Ecklund asked if the state could not be petitioned to move the deadline forward due to the delay caused by the Title dispute, to which Wilde replied that the City had already asked and that if the 23/39 funds are not spent then they would return to the States general fund. Swann stated that he would like to rescind his motion, and Hatfield agreed. Ambrosiani asked what permanent structures could be placed on the property, which may inhibit future development for other purposes, and the commission discussed possible land uses. Ecklund discussed leaving the platted lots as they are, rezoning Lot 15B to park, and leaving Lot 15A available for housing development. and asked the commission for their thoughts on that. Hatfield concurred with that, but noting the public concerns with density in the area, recommended rezoning Lot 15A to R1 for lower density development. Commissioners discussed using the Lot 15A for various types of housing. Swann stated that if the land were developed with a pavilion, or other public use amenities, it would be better to have more land as a buffer between the adjoining dwellings in the area. Ambrosiani noted that this area was the highest density housing area in town, and that the neighborhood needed recreation spaces for kids, discussing such items as a recreation center or a pool, being attractive for bringing new families to town. Wilde stated that these uses would be allowed by CUP in the Park zoning district. Ecklund moved to amend the resolution to rezone .66 acres of the subject property to Park, and rezone the remaining 2 acres to R2. Wilde called a point of order, stating that the proposed amendment would need to be re -noticed to the public, specifying that the proposed amendment would be too significant a change to the resolution that went out for public notice. Ecklund's motion failed for lack of a second. Swann stated that he originally would have been in favor of dividing the property to allow for more housing, but upon hearing discussion is now in favor of turning the whole parcel into a park for the purpose of creating a public space. Swarm stared that he is in favor of passing the resolution as written. Hatfield asked what might happen if the land were to remain zoned R3, specifically if the Council could move ahead and sell the property. Ecklund stated that the municipal land management plane recommended dividing the property and selling it to a party with a sound development plan. Main Motion Passed AYES: Hatfield, Swann, Seese, Charbonneau, Ambrosiani NOES: Ecklund Set Work Session Topic for December 15, 2020 Commission set a one -hour work session to discuss Dwelling definitions on December 15, 2020 Commission scheduled a special meeting for December 15, 2020 Approval of the November 3, 2020 meeting minutes Ecklund stated that she recalled that Commission discussed conducting a survey on the Jesse Lee Home, but there was no mention in the minutes of the Commission directing staff to conduct the survey, which she felt would give more credence to the survey_ Wilde stated that the minutes would be amended and brought back at the special meeting. 24/39 Commission Comments: Ambrosiani- Thanked staff for their work on the survey Charbonneau- thanked staff for their work on the survey, and wished Eric well in his future endeavors Swann- thanked the staff for setting up the meeting on Zoom Ecklund- thanked the MIS and Community Development department for holding the meeting on Zoom Citizens' Comments: Christy Audette Bagula, thanked the commission for being thoughtful and considerate of the citizens comments, and thanked the staff who transcribed the all comments Cheryl Seese, thanked the Commissioners and staff for their work on the Jesse Lee Home topic Tanguy Libbrecht thanked staff and commission on the thoughtfiil process, and for listening to the thoughts from the public. Libbrecht stated that there is a difficult balance that mist be achieved. Commission and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments Wilde stated that City staff were working on holding all subsequent public meetings on Zoom Ecklund appreciated being able to conduct public business on Zoom ADJOURNMENT (Charbonneau) The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 FM Jackie C. Wilde Cindy L. Ecklund Community Development Director Chair (City Seal) 25/39 CALL TO ORDER The December 15, 2020 special 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 Tom Swann Gary Seese Kelli Hatfield Comprising a quorum of the Board; and Also Present Jackie C. Wilde, Community Development Director Excused Nathanial Charbonneau Craig Ambrosiani All public testimony was delivered either in writing or telephonically at this meeting CITIZENS' COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING - None APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Motion (Swann/Hatfield) Motion (Ecklund/Swann) Motion Passed Main Motion Passed Approve the agenda and consent agenda Add New Business item to schedule a January 2021 Work session AYES: Hatfield, Seese, Swann, Ecklund NOES: none AYES: Seese, Swann, Hatfield, Ecklund NOES: none November 3, 2020 Regular Meeting Minutes were approved on the consent agenda 26/39 SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS Administration Report Jackie Wilde stated that Planner Eric Kozielski's last day was December 11. Wilde stated that the Community Development department was short staffed at this time. Wilde appreciated everyone willing to use Zoom meetings, and thanked MIS for their help. In response to Ecklund, Wilde stated that the Clerk has received no applicants for the vacant seat on the P&Z Commission. Other Reports, Announcements, and Presentations - None New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing Resolution 2020-13 of the Seward Planning And Zoning Commission, Granting A Conditional Use Permit To Blaine Bardarson For Storage In Place Of The Obi/Icicle Employee Campground Units Located At 1607 Northwestern Circle Leirer Industrial Subdivision Lot 2 Block 3, For The Purpose Of Maintenance And Renovation, In The Industrial (I) Zoning District Chair Ecklund opened public hearing on this item. Hearing no one wishing to speak, Chair Ecklund closed public hearing and asked for the staff report. Wilde stated that Blaine Bardarson has applied for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) from the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission to store in place the 36 temporary housing units currently located at 1607 Northwestern Circle. Mr. Bardarson is the owner of the units and leases them to Ocean Beauty/ Icicle (OBI) Seafood for their Employee Campground which requires annual Conditional Use approval and Temporary Structure Permits. The land is leased by Ocean Beauty/ Icicle (OBI) Seafood from Leirer Enterprises. Mr. Bardarson requested an exemption from having to relocate the units off site this year. Staff was directed to have Mr. Bardarson apply for a Conditional Use Permit so that he may, upon approval, store his units in place for the purposes of maintenance and upgrades. The Temporary Structure Permits and Employee Campground CUP has been renewed annually for 11 years. Of those years, exemptions were made 5 times for various purposes. Temporary Structure permits are for a period of 180 days. As "Temporary Structure" is explained in Section 3103 of the 2006 IBC, the amount of time erected not the time used is the basis for its definition. Wilde discussed the surrounding land use and zoning and stated that all requirements for public posting were complied with. Building department staff recommended the following condition "The owner of the units shall bring the units and required foundation anchoring up to current International Building Code and International Fire Code for permanent structures within 1 year of the approval date. Prior to issuance of a building permit, Structural and Architectural Stamped Engineered drawings shall be approved by the Building Official." Motion (Seese/Swann) Approve Resolution 2020-13 Of The Seward Planning And Zoning Commission, Granting A Conditional Use Permit To Blaine Bardarson For Storage In Place Of The Obi/Icicle Employee 27/39 Campground Units Located At 1607 Northwestern Circle Leirer Industrial Subdivision Lot 2 Block 3, For The Purpose Of Maintenance And Renovation, In The Industrial (I) Zoning District Ecklund asked for clarification on the amount of time these structures would be allowed to remain if Commission were to approve this resolution, to which Wilde replied that the applicant would have one year to bring the camp up to IBC code standards in order to keep the structures there permanently. Ecklund asked about some of the exemptions which allowed applicant to leave the structures in place in excess of 180 days over the years. Fire Chief Clinton Crites was in attendance to answer building code questions, and he provided background information on the IBC regulations pertaining to temporary structures. In response to Ecklund, Crites stated that the applicant had received written authorization in 2011 to leave the structures in place by building official Squires for "one time only" in order to perform maintenance. The following year, Chief Squires retired, and incoming Chief Athey allowed further exemptions for the purpose of maintenance in 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2019. Crites stated that these structures are in effect permanent structures, and that the building code states that any structure remaining in place over 180 days, regardless of whether or not it is occupied, shall meet permanent structure requirements. Crites outlined requirements that would need to be met through the building department to make these structures permanent, and stated that the intention is to ensure consistent application of the IBC which has been adopted by the City. Ecklund asked if annual health and safety inspections would be conducted, to which Crites replied that these structures have been and will continue to be inspected annually for health and safety. Crites discussed liability issues that the City potentially faces with regard to these containers. Swann stated that these structures are meant to meet a permanent need for annual employee housing for fisheries workers, and that the requirement to move every 180 days encourages a more permanent type of employee housing development. Swann acknowledged that there would be cost in bringing these up to code, and discussed the ease in which a container could be bolted to a permanent foundation and connected to water and electric. Seese thought the parties involved should be given a year's grace due to COVID related factors: illness at the processing plant and a difficult fishing season. Swann stated that the party providing the housing was separate from the parties involved in fishing and seafood processing. Ecklund discussed possible alternatives, but that she agreed with the point that the original CUP should have been followed all along, or the structures should have been made permanent. Ecklund stated that if Commission votes yes on this resolution, the applicant has one year to bring these units up to code, and that a no vote would require the applicant to move the structures now. Main Motion Passed AYES: Hatfield, Seese, Ecklund NOES: Swann Resolution 2020-14 Of The Seward Planning And Zoning Commission, Granting A Variance From Seward City Code 15.10.220 Development Requirements To Philip Zimmerman, Permitting An Exception To The Zoning Code To Allow For A Total Sign Area Greater Than 32 Sgft For The Temporary Advertising Of The Gateway/ Phoenix Heights Subdivision 28/39 Located At 2004 Dunham Drive, Gateway Subdivision Addition 1 Lot 1 Block 3, In The Multi -Family (R3) Zoning District Wilde stated that the applicant is requesting a Variance to the Sign Code from the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission to erect a temporary (up to 2 years) freestanding sign at 2004 Dunham Drive, formerly known as Rush Loop. The proposed sign face exceeds the 32 square foot maximum size allowed for freestanding signs in the R3 zoning district. The Commission is authorized to grant special variances from the provisions of Chapter 15.20 in accordance with the conditions described therein. Property owners within 300 feet of the subject property were notified of this variance request and all other public hearing requirements were met. Chair Ecklund opened public hearing on this item. Wilde stated that a written comment was received from an adjoining property owner asking how long the sign was intended to remain, to which Wile replied that the variance would last 2 years. The commenter was satisfied with this answer and had no further concerns. Chair Ecklund closed public hearing. Motion (Hatfield/Swann) Approve Resolution 2020-14 Of The Seward Planning And Zoning Commission, Granting A Variance From Seward City Code 15.10.220 Development Requirements To Philip Zimmerman, Permitting An Exception To The Zoning Code To Allow For A Total Sign Area Greater Than 32 Sgft For The Temporary Advertising Of The Gateway/ Phoenix Heights Subdivision Located At 2004 Dunham Drive, Gateway Subdivision Addition 1 Lot 1 Block 3, In The Multi - Family (R3) Zoning District Hatfield stated that she had no concerns with the application but wondered if the applicant intended to move the sign to a new location after two years, noting that it appeared to be a well made and permanent looking sign. Wilde replied that the applicant had stated the sign would be removed in two years, or when all properties in the subdivision were sold. Ecklund noted that the sign was only slightly larger than what would have been allowed under code, but appreciated that surrounding property owners were notified because of the public hearing requirement for this particular sign. Swann stated that he appreciated the applicant going through the variance process and also that he constructed a sign that was not an eyesore. Swann supported the granting of the variance. 29/39 Motion Passed AYES: Hatfield, Swann, Seese, Ecklund NOES: Commission set the topic of the January 19, 2021 work session to discuss Title 15 Definitions for Dwellings, Lodging, and Housing Commission Comments: Seese- Stated that he was proud of what Commission did tonight to help these people. Ecklund- Stated that she hoped the Commission would not see another Conditional Use Permit application for the permanent storage of temporary buildings for employee housing because she recalled the Commission's discussion in 2009 on the original permit being strongly worded toward the requirement that they be moved every year. Ecklund stated that the applicant should either make the structures permanent or attempt to change the portion of code requiring annual removal. Citizens' Comments: none Commission and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments Wilde stated that she has initiated a review of all previously issued Conditional Use Permits for the purpose of determining any that need to be followed up on. ADJOURNMENT (Swann) The meeting was adjourned at 7:51 PM Jackie C. Wilde Community Development Director (City Seal) Cindy L. Ecklund Chair 30/39 11�J[�►/\[� Making Space for Tiny Houses "Tiny house are attracting a lot of attention through social r,nedia, television shows, documentaries, and stories in the popular press, Advocates often tout the affordability and environmental friendliness of living in very small homes, Meanwhile, skeptics and detractors see a passing fad and caution against embracing tiny houses as a distinct type of dwelling. Currently, many cities and counties have provisions in their land -use and development regulations that make legal development and occupation of tiny houses difficult or impossible. However, a small number of communities have made changes to their codes to explicitly permit tiny -house living. Background While there is no ofli .I..II .ir: I1r. . I I JI I1 k,I_ 111 _rs, pollce -v;_ :r :., .,I iu i,jvocat__ ._vl rD,dt-r al, sir lyle- family dwelling with '._r ..If f .-t or less of I' _ ..Ir r . I_ ., 'Inyhouse. In so! „contexts, commenta- t,-.,;-oly apply the I,;: -I111. '�.I h-it­I,::,rmanent f - , 11 l:ations• Hov\r-v FI'Ie1 r,ta'ur I l' I i-,. -nes, which r may not l I .,Iltto l <. F),-,-)artment of .I,_, c.Ir .r•.I.I Ili an Developme, I,,r r- .I. manu- factl .'ed hoo, I a '4 CFR §y " -'I ,- t - tl f - -r-- it I 1 .; =111 ri . -tryAssocia- ,,n's standar s for"park moc­I"recre•ir .-,r -.1 vrhf< le (ANSI At 19-5). I' rr _"I 1 . l_:d -. �; I: ,I_ -rtv owners and residents are interested in both foundation -attached and chassis- ,ounted tic 1%, -If_ _.;e_ ,_ I.rr' =ioal or accessory dwelling units. In some cities and counties, there is also JIc"Wlne1 I I -II-- II I �.n I, h �r11- communities, where multiple foundation -attached or chassis -mounted ' 1, 'r _u aI I d .jn fee-sll F'lple subdivided lots, a condominium lot, or lease lots. Reg3igal . -I ",or,•1,, cif tirrV .'ht, r , �,vr,i,il i-n-r•rltial irl_hv^i(', _nl air 1 r_r•16the�� k:�a:11 "It�r,:.r55oCi ated "T'll'I': 1 I'. 1' Itt'_ '. _'•I _ ItV •Ir_,JIMt L'• i11 ity imp r r ;r1. 11 n11 r• ,I 6 -11 ullding core ,, as v., II as local sr.a ..n • ,r• .-II i zon- Inc�- i-iilnar i. 1 .� .:,r I'r't�. .It'n.� In ;;v.1r'I`. 'lOUseS. The Case for Tiny -house Living When considering homes constructed with similar materials and sited in similar locations, the smaller the home the cheaper and more efficient it is to heat, cool, and prrvide with electricity and water services. The same rule applies to the cost of the home itself. Chas, _-i-nounted tiny houses are easier to move than site -built homes, and buyers can typically punch.,_ t =L)_ ,_,t= Ir,_ I II land. This makes 0- : rattractive to people interested in traveling with their hors and , •:I_ I l_ . le, _r a - - wner- st pportunities for those who can't afford a conventional site -built i 1ui Ire. Mar sera- ii,1. .•I _ I I . 'I, ; ': I 1 it. member`. 11 , - , n ;'l. P. ill 1' •11 • .` ..;. --, • ^' I,- III- . ... rary •I j _i 1 '' r ,:,,;,,:al monitori',--I i-ii , F.-' 1 th, :,r, I, IL I(. and I 1 �,• ,, -. -r ..r= 1 f rr i in ex ID; -,ri;- i - ,-,r._.I-Ir .-It•-r r 1. Ip,; -IC, r1 Ir1i-i-Is an r r --, -tI r nI-h-It-"s or Infor-i,1 e nca m p r -I � r, r,; -or indlvid.i:, s expe ter- II- i I- n r-- • F r - l,'=• C r t::`ili _ i- in ='ortland, . r=-ion, has 1= ided transitional housing In tf,e torn„ of a tiny lI _;I; C, _"'-'1 .Jiq li'C,J1liayc,or�)• Notwithstanding the potential benefits above, tiny houses do not enjoy universal support In some com- munities, tiny -house residents have earned a reputation as scofflaws by"flying under the radar"of local building and zoning code enforcement. In other communities, there is a general concern aboutwelcom- ing tiny houses without carefully assessing their likely impacts on public health, safety, and welfare. C. kr I a V Pord and, Oregon. American Planning Association A Publication of the American Plarx ou"iation I PAS QuickNotes No. 68 Mukrrry Great Cornmurwtes Happen Remove Unintentional Barriers For cities and counties interested in supporting tiny -house living, it is important to take a close look at the effects of current building, subdivision, and zoning requirements on opportunities to site and occupy tiny houses.The most common regulatory barriers are state or local building code provisions that stipulate the minimum amount of habitable space per person for different types of residences, local zoning provisions that stipulate minimum unit sizes, and local zoning provisions establishing minimum lot area per unit and off-street parking requirements. Beyond this, many cities and counties classify chassis -mounted tiny houses as recreational vehicles and not dwelling units at all. In some localities, minimum unit size or habitable space requirements and general prohibitions on camping outside of designated campgrounds or recreational vehicle parks effectively prohibit all tiny houses. In others, development standards can make tiny housing cost prohibitive. Each of these potential barriers to tiny -house living may be wholly consistent with local policy objec- tives. If this not the case, consider opportunities to revise local building, subdivision, or zoning codes to remove unintentional barriers to siting and occupying tiny houses.This may be as simple as eliminating off-street parking requirements for accessory dwelling units or minimum unit size standards that exceed minimum habitable space requirements in the latest version of the International Building Code. Identify Appropriate Locations Not all types of tiny houses are appropriate for all community contexts. Some cities and counties may be content to see tiny houses on permanent foundations comingled with conventional site -built hous- ing. Others may prefer to limit tiny houses to tiny -home communities or recreational vehicle parks. In contexts where it is important to differentiate between tiny houses and other types of dwelling units (or recreational vehicles), cities and counties should consider defining tiny -house living as one or more distinct types of land uses and adding these land uses to tables or lists of permitted uses by zoning district. Mitigate Potential Impacts In some contexts, zoning district development standards may either be inappropriate for tiny house de- velopment or insufficient to ensure neighborhood compatibility. In these cases, cities and counties should consider adopting use -specific standards to minimize the potential for incompatible development. For example, Fresno, California, permits chassis -mounted tiny houses as a type of accessory dwell- ing unit, subject to use -specific standards addressing design, minimum lot size, units per lot, unit size, lot coverage, setbacks, entrances, space between buildings, unit height, openings, access, parking, mechanical equipment, utility meters/addressing, home occupations, airport compatibility, and owner occupancy (§15-2754). Meanwhile, Bemidji, Minnesota, permits"tiny house subdivisions"as planned unit developments, subject to standards addressing location, density, ownership structure, structural independence, lot size, setbacks, open space, design review, and utilities (§1101.F). Conclusions The aging of the U.S. population, the continued growth in the percentage of single -person households, and the demand for a wider range of housing choices in communities across the country is fueling interest in new forms of residential development, including tiny houses. While many cities and counties can accommodate very small, site -built homes under their existing building, subdivision, and zoning codes, many others have development regulations that make factory -built or chassis -mounted tiny houses impractical or impossible to site and occupy. Once a city or county has identified a desire to make space for tiny houses, it's important to remove unintentional regulatory barriers, identify suitable locations, and consider adopting use -specific standards for tiny -house living. PAS QuickNotes (ISSN 2169-1940) is a publication of the American Planning Association's Planning Advisory Service (PAS). 02017 by the American Planning Association. All rights reserved. No part of this publication maybe reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing. VIsitPAS online at planning.org/pas to find out how PAS can work foryou. American Planning Association staff. .James M. Drinan, jo, Executive Director, David Rouse, IAICP Managing Director of Research and Advisory Services; David Morley, AU, and Anna Read, Mp QuickNotes Editors, Julie Von Bergen, Senior Editor, Susan Deegan, Senior Graphic Designer FURTHER READING 1. Published by the American Planning Association Elliott, Donald L., and Peter Sullivan. 2015. "Ti ny Houses and the Not -So -Tiny Questions They Raise"Zoning Practice, November. Available at plannina.ora/zoningpractice. Wyatt, Anne. 2016."Tiny Houses: Niche or Noteworthy?" Planning, February. Available at planning.org/planning/2016/feb/tinyhouses. htm. 2.Other Resources Vail, Katherine. 2016."Saving the American Dream:The Legalization oftheTiny House Movement" University ofLouisville Law Review, 54: 354-379. Available at tinvurl.com/nyxfgbj. Watson, Jaynes 2017."Do Tiny Houses Fit in Your Community?" Western Planner, February. Available attinyurl.com/m8hd2 . A Publication of the American Plarxl2 iation I PAS QuickNotes No.68 cwwral���rr. Seward Planning and Zoning Commission January 6, 2021 Dear Chair €cklund and P&Z Commissioners, The Seward Historic Preservation Commission would like to formally thank you, the Planning and Zoning Commission, for your willingness to work together with our commission for the betterrnent ❑f our mutual community. We are delighted for the opportunity to align ourselves with you in related matters such as the zoning of historical properties. We acknowledge and appreciate that your commission has valuable knowledge and expertise that is beneficial to the City of Seward and W Our commission's preservation efforts. As citizens, two of our commissioners Cheryl Seese and Tanguy Libbrecht, attended your meeting Octuber 6, 2020. 1 understand that there were many public comments that were passed on via the survey and we were grateful for the opportunity to witness the transparency and public involvement that was afforded by P & Z providing this survey and public forum. We are aware that at that meeting your commission voted by majority to approve Resolution 2020-12, sending your recommendation on to Council for its 1/1.1/21 meeting. Whatever the ultimate outcome, our commission is in support of the ordinance below to rezone the Jesse Lee Heights Lots 15A and 15B from Multi-Farnily (R3) to Park. Ordinance 2020-015, Amending the Land Use Plan and Rezoning Lots 15A AND 15B Of Jesse Lee Heights Subdivision Addition No 4, With the Physical Address Of 101 & 105 Berson Drive, Frorn Multi -Family Residential (R3) To Park (P). In fact, we are so much in support of your resolution that we drafted one of our own that we would like to include in the Jan 2021 Council meeting; HP Resolution 2021-001 A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, IN SUPPORT OF THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVING THE REZONING OF LOTS 15A AND 158, JESSE LEE HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, ADDITION 4, WITH THE PHYSICAL ADDRESS OF 101 AND 105 BENSON DRIVE FROM MULTI -FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R3) TO PARK (P). We make this resolution as a show of cooperation and goodwill between our commissions and as affirmation of our belief in preserving the lots 15A and 1513 for future community use, as a park and memorial to the Jessie Lee Hoare, as has been proposed. Thank you again for allowing us to stand with you for the mutual uetterment and preservation of our community'$ history. Most Respectfully, Chair Seese cc. Seward City Council Substantial Improvements in Floodplains Mitch Paine, CFM — FEMA Region 10 When the NFIP requirements were created, a decision was made to create the substantial improvement rule, where buildings must be elevated and otherwise brought into compliance when proposed improvements are valued at 5011/6 or more of the pre -improved building's market value. This substantial improvement rule is a way to see that major investments in property in the floodplain are made safer through compliance with local floodplain management regulations. The 50% threshold was a compromise between requiring, for example, a house to be elevated to current standards for any improvements made to a building or not requiring elevation for even an entire house remodel. The most helpful resource on this topic is the FEMA Substantial Iinprm ement/ Substantial Damage Desk Reference (FEMA P-758. Floodplain administrators often face the following challenges in applying substantial improvement requirements. How do we determine pre -improved value? Establishing the value of the building before the improvements are made is the first step in the substantial improvement review process. Your community floodplain regulations' definitions section will reference "market value:" and a professional appraisal is the best way to determine the pre -improved market value. There are two other main methods: assessed value and the building's actual cash value including depreciation. The key requirement for using any method is to identify the value of only the building, not including land or any other improvements on the property. What are included in Casts of improvements? When property owners are seeking to do improvements in the floodplain. they must supply a detailed list of project costs, including the market value of all donated materials or labor. Floodplain administrators often then have to identify which costs of the project are part of the substantial improvement rules. A detailed list is found in the Desk Reference, but generally includes all work done to the house and must include all materials and labor. Generally, the project costs that can be excluded are permit fees, plug-in appliances, and outside components like swimming pools, sidewalks, or fences. There are templates for use in the Desk Reference to request specific project costs that apply to substantial improvement rules. Applying the 50% Rule By accurately obtaining the building's market value and the correct costs of the improvements. you'll be able to calculate the percentage. The work is SIISD if the ratio of the cost of work to the market value equals or exceeds 50 percent. Continuer) nest page Cost of Improvement or Cost to Repair to Pre -Damage Condition Marketvalue of Building 34/39 Substantial Improvement, cont'd If it falls below 50%, then the property owner does not need to elevate or otherwise bring their building into compliance. If the improvement costs are 50% or greater, then the project must include compliance measures like elevating a home, including the building utilities, or dry floodproofing if the building is nonresidential. Be sure that permits clearly indicate the percentage and all documentation supporting the conclusion is included in the permit file. A key step to build into your community's process is inspecting the improvement project as construction is underway to ensure the property owner doesn't complete work outside of the scope of the original permit. If any changes have been made, issue a stop -work order and ask the property owner to submit updated project costs. Importance of Substantial Improvement While requiring a property owner to elevate their home when doing a remodel may seem burdensome, applying substantial improvement rules results in more buildings safer from flooding. The cost of elevating may be offset by flood insurance savings and reduced future risk from flooding. Communities can adopt higher standards by lowering the 50% threshold to, say, 30%, to ensure more buildings are elevated when major remodels are done or by requiring cumulative tracking of improvements made over a course of 5 or 10 years to catch more projects done to a building. Additionally, FEMA is trying hard to help communities understand these rules and apply them correctly. Improved buildings are a big focus of any Community Assistance Visit, the FEMA or state audit of local floodplain management programs. Administering these requirements can be complicated and confusing, so please reach out to your State NFIP Coordinator or FEMA Region 10 staff for any technical assistance. FEMA P-758 is an excellent resource which foodplain administrators should have handy. Thinking Beyond Flood Maps Using FEMA's Coastal Data to Reduce Risk and Build Resilience This year, several FEMA Regions collaborated with Resiliency Action Partners to display accessible online information to assist communities experiencing coastal flooding. The purpose of this online stor�map is to highlight the resiliency actions taken by these communities, following the utilization of flood risk data. Our coasts are home to vibrant communities, vital resources, recreational destinations, and robust economies. About 40 percent of the United States' population lives in a coastal county. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) estimates that at least 10 million Americans moved to a coastal area in the last decade. What makes these areas so distinctive also puts them at risk. Flooding is the nation's costliest natural disaster. In the United States, 7 of the 10 most expensive disasters were caused by coastal storms. As the coastal population grows, more people and properties are at risk from coastal storms and flooding. Coastal environments are dynamic. They are constantly reshaped by the forces of nature. Land use changes and rising average temperatures and sea levels may increase flood risk. Many communities see flooding from high tides more often now. This can lead to road closures, overwhelmed stormwater systems, and disrupted business districts. By 2050, high tide flooding is likely to occur between 25 and 75 days per year, depending on location. It is vitally important for coastal communities to make informed decisions about planning, land use, and building codes. Doing so today will reduce their risk and increase their resiliency in the future. In addition to information about coastal flood risk around the country, this resource provides suggestions for increasing resiliency through adopting building codes and higher standards, encouraging communities to consider land use, zoning, and siting for new critical facilities, and how to elevate buildings in high -risk areas or relocate them to areas with a lower risk. This coastal data storymap can help communities to consider resilience in new infrastructure, residential, and commercial design. For more information on the development of virtual storymap resources, contact Kate Skaggs: kate. skaggskmbakerind. com Ask the Help Desk The Region 10 Service Center is here to help local community officials and stakeholders with technical, training, mitigation, and mapping questions. Email RegionXHelpDesk@starr- team.com. 35/39 Next Steps in WA State's Plan Integration A Project update In the fall of 2019, the Washington Department of Commerce and FEMA Region 10 partnered to provide local land use planners in Washington State the opportunity to help structure how natural hazard mitigation data and risk reduction strategies are integrated into Comprehensive Planning. The widespread need for more thorough guidance and examples for this integration became clear over a series of workshops held in October and November. Through collaborative discussions, FEMA and the Department of Commerce identified two projects to support local planners in the near - term; a Resource Handbook and a Project Advisory Connnittee who will work to develop more in-depth guidance on plan integration. The Resource Handbook is the result of a resource audit of current practices and guidance, from a wide range of sources, that support the integration of natural hazard information into Comprehensive Plans. It is intended to provide a summary of existing policy/planning guides developed by federal, state. Online Training (All times Pacific) CRS: Preparing an Annual Recertification January 19, 10 am Online - 1 GEC CRS: Substantial Damage Properties Management Plans .January 20, 10 am Online - 1 CEC and non -profits. It also highlights specific sections that may be applicable in helping communities better incorporate hazard data into Comprehensive Plans. The Resource Handbook was shared with those who participated in the first series of 2019 workshops, and is available for download at: hops : //depto fconunerce. box. c om/ sh ared'static 4ko34uz5dkzmpthjrf0w u1hk-0z5ohw.pdf. There will also be an Advisory Committee that will be convened in early 2021 to support the development of additional tools and products to help better integrate natural hazard data into Comprehensive Plans. The Department of Connnerce will lead the committee, with FEMA supporting the efforts. If you would litre to be kept apprised of the Advisory Committee, please email Steve Roberg: steve.roberee( connnercemv.gov STARR: NFIP Basics January 21, 10 am Online - 1 CFC CRS: The 2021 Addendum to the CRS Manual February 16, 10 am Online - 1 GEC CRS: Changes to Activity 310 Elevation Certificates February 17, 10 am Online - 1 GEC NORFI'IIIA NEWS CRS users Group Meeting - WA Quarterly meetings are continuing virtually. the next meeting is Thursday January 21, 1pm-3pm {Pacific}, The Skype connection is available day -of at: htMs://meet na.atldnsglobal.com/becca.cro."229 NRMH-r - HEC-RA5 Training Opportunities Two HEC-RAS courses hosted by NORFMA will be available virtually this spring, one focused on modeling basics, and another focused on 2D unsteady flow applications, both led by WEST Consultants. These intensive, hands-on workshops will prepare engineers and water resource professionals to use the HEC-RAS computer program in real world situations. Dates are as follows. - Basic Steady Flow HEC-RAS Course March 1 - 5, 2021 (AM sessions) 2D HEC-RAS Course April 5 - 9, 2021 (AM sessions) Seats are limited to 15 participants, so please register early if you are interested. Full details, times. and registration costs are available on NORFMA's Event Calendar. www.norfma.or;'. STARR STARR: Tools for Determining BFE February 18, 10 am Online - 1 CEC To register for online courses, visit STARR's training site: i_mo/starronlinetraininP_ or email RXT ra in i n p-@sta r r-team _ co m _ 36/39 Vf �NNN si � 4�wry ♦C+ 0 (A N u VM d u PsN Ac c c c -4 m Ln 2L�++ '+ In OLM -4 W. 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