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Special Meeting Agenda Packet
October 20, 2009
Special Meeting
Upstairs Conference Room- Beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Seward Planning & Zoning Commission
Sandie Roach'
Chair
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Vice Chair
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Frank DeMarco
Commissioner
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Tena Morgan
Commissioner
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Steven Heinrich
Commissioner
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Christina Stauffer
Commissioner
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Cindy Ecklund
Commissioner
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Phillip Oates
City Manager
Christy Terry
Community Development
Director
Suzi Towsley
Executive Liaison
1. Call to Order
2. Opening Ceremony
A. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Special Reports & Presentations
A. City Administration Report
B. Other Reports, Announcements & Presentations
5. 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 2 minutes per speaker and 30 minutes total time for this
agenda item]
6. 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.]
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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 — None
B. New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing-
1. Resolution 2009-22, Providing Recommendations to Council on the Request
by Alaska Logistics, LLC to Lease Lot 2, Block 3, Fourth of July Subdivision,
Within the Industrial Zoning District, Seward Marine Industrial Center, 3305
Jellison Avenue..................................................................................... Page 3
2. Resolution 2009-23 Granting A Variance From Seward City Code 15.10.220
Development Requirements To Alaska Logistics, LLC. Permitting an
Exception to the Zoning Code Maximum Building Height to Allow a 46 Foot
Structure on Lot 2, Block 3, Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine
Industrial Center, 3305 Jellison Avenue, Within the Industrial Zoning
District.............................................................................. .................. Page 10
8. Unfinished Business — None
9. New Business —
A. [pulled by staff) ..........................Page
10. Informational Items and Reports (No action required) - None
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
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Sponsored by: Administration
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2009-22
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, PROVIDING
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL ON THE REQUEST BY ALASKA
LOGISTICS, LLC TO LEASE LOT 2, BLOCK 3, FOURTH OF JULY
SUBDIVISION, WITHIN THE INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT,
SEWARD MARINE INDUSTRIAL CENTER, 3305 JELLISON AVENUE
WHEREAS, Alaska Logistics, LLC submitted a proposal to lease Lot 2, Block 3 Fourth
of July Subdivision, within the Seward Marine Industrial Center in order to construct a vessel
maintenance structure ; and
WHEREAS, there is vacant land identified in the Municipal Lands Management Plan as
available for lease in the Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the City's Lease Policies and Procedures established by
Resolution 1994-101, this proposal is before the Commission for review and written
recommendations, including any special lease conditions the Commission determines to be in the
public interest; and
WHEREAS, the proposal along with written Planning Commission and staff comments
and recommendations shall be submitted to the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the lease request is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, Municipal
Lands Management Plan and the Seward Marine Industrial Center Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning
Commission that:
Section 1. The Commission has reviewed the submitted proposal and makes the
following recommendations:
a) Alaska Logistics, LLC is encouraged to lease entire 2.5 acre Lot 2, Block 3, Fourth of
July Creek Subdivision, and to continue to work through the lease negotiations on the
portion of Lot 2 that is at present under City use.
b) At a minimum the West platted property corners must be located to assure any and all
structures are placed out of setbacks and utility easements.
c) Alaska Logistics, LLC shall submit a water and sanitary disposal plan. Since there
are no sanitary facilities (water and sewer) available to the lot a plan is needed to
address these issues.
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d) Alaska Logistics, LLC shall submit a compliance plan for the applicable
environmental laws. This plan must be approved by administration and incorporated
into the lease.
e) Alaska Logistics, LLC shall comply with all Seward City Code requirements.
f j Any additional staff comments and recommendations shall be considered during the
negotiation process.
g) The lease payments shall be negotiated at the Fair Market Rental Value of the parcel.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission this 20th day of
October 2009.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
VACANT: One
ATTEST:
Jean Lewis, CMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
THE CITY OF SEWARD
Sandie Roach', Chair
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P&Z Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: October 20, 2009
To: Planning and Zoning Commission
Through Christy Terry, Community Development Director
From: Donna Glenz, Associate Planner
Agenda Item: Resolution 2009-22 Recommendations to Council on the Request by
Alaska Logistics, LLC to Lease a Parcel in the Seward Marine
Industrial Center
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
Alaska Logistics, LLC, currently has a terminal reserve lease with the Alaska Railroad on the
Railroad dock South of Port Avenue. Alaska Logistics continues to stage their barge and vessel
loading and unloading at the Railroad dock area.
Alaska Logistics, LLC submitted a proposal to lease approximately 1 acre in the Seward Marine
Industrial Center from the City in order to construct a large vessel maintenance and repair
facility in support of their Western Alaska barge service operations. There is vacant land
identified in the Municipal Lands Management Plan as available for lease in the Seward Marine
Industrial Center (SMIC). Lot 2, Block 3 Fourth of July Subdivision has been selected by
Alaska Logistics for this operation. Although Lot 2 is approximately 2.5 acres, Alaska Logistics
and the City are negotiating the terms of the lease.
Pursuant to the City's Lease Policies and Procedures established by Resolution 1994-101, the
Commission should evaluate the request and provide written recommendations, including special
conditions, in the form of a resolution for Council's review. Council will then determine if it is
in the public interest for Administration to proceed with lease negotiations. Seward City Staff
have reviewed the proposal and provided initial recommendations. These recommendations
have been included in the resolution for the Commissions review under Section 1 and have the
following justifications:
a) Alaska Logistics, LLC is encouraged to lease entire 2.5 acre Lot 2, Block 3, Fourth
of July Creek Subdivision and to continue to work through the lease negotiations on the
portion of Lot 2 that is at present under City use.
Harbor Master Kari Anderson identified this parcel as a potential lease site for the
request. Block 2 has already been subdivided into smaller parcels. Although larger then
the request, the Proposer should be encouraged to lease a currently platted parcel, but
would then be allowed to sublease to other parties pursuant to the conditions of their
lease. The City currently has a "soils farm" located on eastern 257 feet of the proposed
lease site. The City and the Proposer are encouraged to continue the negotiations through
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the lease process. If during the negotiation process a smaller parcel is identified, then the
Proposer should be required to complete replat process to include any expenses.
b) At a minimum the West platted property corners must to be located to assure any
and all structures are placed out of setbacks and utility easements.
Current property corners are not visible on the ground. The Proposer has submitted a site
plan that indicates the structure to be located 10 feet from the West property line. There
is a 10 foot utility easement and a 10 foot zoning setback which need to be accurately
protected.
c) Alaska Logistics, LLC shall submit a water and sanitary disposal plan.
The proposed lease site of Lot 2, Block 3 currently does not have water and sewer hook-
ups available. Staff has discussed this issue with the applicants and they have proposed
to use the porta-potty rental system. Staff encourages a written plan be in place.
d) Alaska Logistics, LLC. shall submit a compliance plan for the applicable
environmental laws. This plan must be approved by administration.
Proposer states that maintenance, repair and storage of vehicles, marine vessel and
equipment will be performed on site. This could include petroleum substances and other
hazardous materials. City property should be protected and the lease should include a
requirement for a plan to comply with the necessary environmental regulations.
e) Alaska Logistics, LLC. shall comply with all Seward City Code requirements.
Specifically, the Building Department, Fire Department and Community Development
have specific code requirements regarding the proposed convex structures and outdoor
storage. These requirements will be reviewed and followed prior to the final lease
agreement.
f) Any additional staff comments and recommendations shall be considered during the
negotiation process.
As additional clarification is obtained and as the lease negotiations progress, Resolution
1994-101 allows additional opportunity for staff comments. The Commission should
encourage the Council to consider these comments.
g) The lease payments shall be negotiated at the Fair Market Rental Value of the
parcel.
Any public land leased in conjunction with this request should be negotiated at the
property's full value.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Yes No NA
Comprehensive Plan (2020) X _
The proposed use of the property as a ship repair facility is in harmony with recommendations of
the Seward Comprehensive Plan. Under both the economic development and land use goals of
the Comprehensive Plan, specific recommendations are made to continue efforts to develop the
Seward Marine Industrial Center as a major industrial area of the community.
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Seward Marine Industrial Center Development Plan X
This plan encourages the focus on strengthening and enhancing the area as a center for marine
and other compatible industries. The plan encourages the leasing of available lands for uses
identified in the Land Uses Allowed Table.
Where applicable, this resolution is consistent with the Seward City Code, Charter,
Comprehensive Plans, Land Use Plans, Strategic Plan and City Council Rules of Procedures.
Other: Council Resolution 1994-101 approving a policy for nominating public property for
disposal.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Resolution 2009-22 Providing Recommendations to Council on the Request by Alaska
Logistics, LLC to Lease Lot 2, Block 3 Fourth of July Subdivision in the Seward Marine
Industrial Center.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2009-23
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION, GRANTING A VARIANCE FROM SEWARD CITY CODE
15.10.220 DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS TO ALASKA LOGISTICS,
LLC, PERMITTING AN EXCEPTION TO THE ZONING CODE MAXIMUM
BUILDING HEIGHT TO ALLOW A 46 FOOT STRUCTURE ON LOT 2,
BLOCK 3, FOURTH OF JULY CREEK SUBDIVISION, SEWARD MARINE
INDUSTRIAL CENTER, 3305 JELLISON AVENUE, WITHIN THE
INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT
WHEREAS, Alaska Logistics, LLC. requested a variance to exceed the maximum building
height on Lot 2, Block 3, Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial Center within
the Industrial Zoning District; and
WHEREAS, the maximum building height allowed by Seward City Code §15.10.220
Development Requirements is 34 feet; and
WHEREAS, Alaska Logistics, LLC requested the variance to construct a roofed structure
with a total building height of 46 feet; and
WHEREAS, as required by Seward City Code § 15.01.040, Public Hearings, property owners
and lease holders within 300 feet of the requested variance parcel were notified of the proposed
action, and the property was posted with public notice signage; and
WHEREAS, having complied with the public notification process; on October 20, 2009, the
Seward Planning and Zoning Commission held the required public hearing on the Variance
Application.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning
Commission that:
Section 1. In accordance with SCC§ 15.10.325.D, the Commission shall establish a finding
that all of the following conditions have been found to exist prior to issuing a variance permit:
1. The proposed action must be consistent with all of the general conditions required for a
conditional use permit The project is consistent with all of the conditional use permit requirements
as follows:
A. The use is consistent with the purpose of this chapter and the purposes of the
zoning district.
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Finding: The purpose of the Zoning Code is to promote public health, safety and
general welfare by providing for planning and land use regulations within the City.
The property is zoned Industrial. According to the Zoning Code, Land Uses Allowed
Table, Boat, commercial building/fabrication, Boat, repair & maintenance, and Boat,
storage commercial are all allowed as outright uses in the Industrial District. As
identified in the Zoning Code 15.10.220,b., the purpose of the building height
standard is to prevent loss of life or excessive property damage through the inability
of the City Fire Department to reach upper stories or roofs and to help maintain the
character of neighborhoods. Although, the proposed roofed structure, by definition,
exceeds the 34 foot building height limit, the proposal does not increase the occupied
work area or change the proposed use of the property. The proposed use as a vessel
repair facility is consistent with the purpose of the Zoning Code and the Industrial
Zoning District.
B. The value of adjoining property will not he significantly impaired.
Finding: The structure is located on a 2.5 acre parcel that is owned by the City and
will be leased to the applicant. All adjoining property is zoned Industrial. The
parcels to the North contain the City's electric substation on Lot 1, Block 1; the
Shoreside Bulk Storage area located on Lot 2, Block 1 and the AVTEC Fire Training
Facility located on the remainder of Block 1. The parcels to the East within Block 3
are owned by the City, currently Lot 4 is in the process of being leased to Godwin
Glacier Tours for outdoor storage, Lots 3 and 5 are vacant parcels. Lot 1 located to
the West is also owned by the City and currently vacant. The large approximately 12
acre parcel to the South is owned by the City and currently contains the City. boat
storage yard. Further to the South is a parcel leased to Seward Ship's Drydock, Inc.
which contains a 110 foot high structure used for vessel maintenance and repair.
There is no indication the proposed structure will significantly impair the value of
adjoining Industrial properties.
C. The proposed use is in harmony with the Seward Comprehensive Plan.
Finding: The proposed use of the property as a ship repair facility is in harmony
with recommendations of the Seward Comprehensive Plan. Under both the
economic development and land use goals of the Comprehensive Plan, specific
recommendations are made to continue efforts to develop the Seward Marine
Industrial Center as a major industrial area of the community. In addition, the
Seward Marine Industrial Center Development Plan, adopted by City Council
Resolution 2008-33, recommends reviewing the Zoning Code for height, setback and
other requirements to determine if they are consistent with the desired industrial
center development.
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D. Public Services and facilities are adequate to serve the proposed site.
Findings: According to Seward Fire Chief Dave Squires, the proposed structure
exceeds the Seward Fire Department's capability to reach the roof, from the outside
the structure. These concerns are noted by the Commission, and the applicant is
aware of this situation. Chief Squires also requests there be no storage above the
second tier of containers. The Commission also recognizes that the higher levels of
the structure are not intended for human habitation. The proposed building height
does not negatively impact existing road access for emergency services vehicle
response. The purpose of the roof is to enclose an area for vessel repair operations
and provide workers with a protected work environment. Furthermore, a condition of
the building permit approval may require that the applicant provide a fire hydrant
within 250 feet of the building in order to improve fire response services at the site.
Adequate police and solid waste disposal services are available to the lease site. The
applicant intends to provide private use power and sanitary facilities. Based on this
analysis, the Commission finds that the public services and facilities are adequate to
serve the proposed site.
F— The proposed use will not be harmful to the public safety, health or welfare.
Findings: To obtain a building permit issued by the City, the applicant is required to
submit current engineered building plans for review that meet the International
Building Code as adopted by the City Council. As required by City Code the
structure shall meet all setbacks and zoning requirements. It does not appear that the
proposed 46 foot building height will be harmful to the public safety, health or
welfare.
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 to the proposed use.
1. The applicant shall obtain a current Building Permit before construction begins
on the site.
2. No storage is allowed above the second tier of containers.
3. Per the Fire Department requirements, a driveway entrance from Jellison Avenue
to the site shall be established and maintained for emergency vehicle access.
4. The applicant shall obtain all necessary Federal, State and local permits required
for the vessel maintenance work.
2. Special conditions and circumstances exist which are peculiar to the land or structures
involved and which are not applicable to other lands and structures in the same district.
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Finding: The special conditions and circumstances peculiar to this land is the fact that the property
is designed, by the City of Seward as a vessel maintenance and repair area. The vessels designed to
use this area are large and require the use of the City's 250 Ton Travelift. The 250 Ton Travelift was
purchased and put into operation in 1990 to fill the demand for lifting vessels too small to
economically use the Syncrolift platform but to large for the City's 50 Ton Travelift. By necessity
any structure designed to accommodate the 250 Ton Travelift, and/or vessels using the Travelift,
would have to exceed the 34 foot maximum building height limit.
3. The special conditions and circumstances were not caused by actions of the applicant.
Finding: The City of Seward developed the area as the Seward Marie Industrial Area and operates
the 250 Ton Travelift on the property, and therefore the special conditions and circumstances were
not caused by actions of the applicant.
4. Financial hardship or inconvenience shall not be a reason for granting a variance.
Finding: The reason for granting this variance is to support the development of the Seward Marine
Industrial Center by providing year round ship repair work in a protected environment. No financial
gain or loss has been considered in this review.
5. No nonconforming land uses or structures within the district were considered as grounds
for granting the requested variance.
Finding: This condition has been met. No nonconforming structures were considered in this
review.
6. The requested variance is the minimum variance necessary to permit the reasonable use of
the property.
Finding: The Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC) was built for the purpose of developing a
vessel repair and maintenance area, including ship enclosures that would provide year round vessel
repair work in a protected environment. The requested variance to construct a 46 foot tall building is
the minimum required to cover vessels for which the Travelift was designed.
7. The requested variance will not permit a land use in a district where the use is prohibited.
Finding: The property is zoned Industrial. The proposed use of the property as a vessel/ship repair
facility is allowed as an outright use in the Industrial District, and therefore the requested building
height variance will not permit a land use in a district where the use is prohibited.
Section 2. The Planning and Zoning Commission finds the request meets the review criteria
required for granting a variance, and hereby approves the request by Alaska Logistics, LLC for a
variance from Seward City Code (SCC)§ 15.10.220 DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS, to allow
the construction of a vessel repair structure with a maximum building height of 46 feet, on Lot 2,
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Block 3, Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial Center, subject to all
conditions in Section 1, Subsection F.
Section 3. In accordance with Seward City Code§15.10.325.E., this resolution shall take
effect ten (10) days after its adoption, provided it is not rescinded, amended or appealed.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission this 20'h day
of October 2009.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
VACANT: One
ATTEST:
Jean Lewis, CMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Sandie Roach', Chair
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Meeting Date: October 20, 2009 ,� E
Through: Christy Terry, Community Development Director
From: Donna Glenz, Associate Planner(1�
Agenda Item: Resolution 2009-23 of the Seward Planning and Zoning
Commission, granting a variance from Seward City Code
15.10.220 Development Requirements to Alaska Logistics, LLC,
permitting an exception to the zoning code maximum building
height to allow a 46 foot structure on Lot 2, Block 3, Fourth of
July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial Center, 3305
Jellison Avenue, within the Industrial Zoning District
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
Alaska Logistics, LLC. is currently in the process of lease negotiations to lease Lot 2, Block 3
Fourth of July Subdivision, where they intend to place a structure large enough to house the
company's large vessels for maintenance and storage. Alaska Logistics, LLC. has applied for a
zoning variance from Seward City Code (SCC)§15.10.220 DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS,
to exceed the maximum allowed building height of 34 feet.
The applicant requested this variance in order to construct a 46 foot tall structure that will allow
the City owned and operated, 250 Ton Travelife to place large vessels within the structure for
maintenance and repair. Alaska Logistics, LLC has been in business in Seward for several years
operating from the Alaska Railroad Dock. Alaska Logistics also has an operation at the Port of
Seattle facility.
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING.
The proposed structure will be located on a 2.5 acre parcel that is owned by the City and will be
leased to the applicant. All adjoining property is zoned Industrial. The parcels to the North
contain the City's electric substation on Lot 1, Block 1; the Shoreside Bulk Storage area located
on Lot 2, Block 1 and the AVTEC Fire Training Facility located on the remainder of Block 1. The
parcels to the East within Block 3 are owned by the City, currently Lot 4 is in the process of being
leased to Godwin Glacier Tours for outdoor storage, Lots 3 and 5 are vacant parcels. Lot 1 located
to the West is also owned by the City and currently vacant. The large approximately 12 acre
parcel to the South is owned by the City and currently contains the City boat storage yard. Further
to the South is a parcel leased to Seward Ship's Drydock, Inc. which contains a 110 foot high
structure used for vessel maintenance and repair. There is no indication the proposed structure
will significantly impair the value of adjoining Industrial properties.
Floodplain status. This property has not been mapped by FEMA
Utilities.
Adequate police and solid waste disposal services are available to the lease site. The applicant
intends to provide private use power and sanitary facilities. The Fire Chief has noted the 46 foot
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structure exceeds the Seward Fire Department's capability to reach the roof, from the outside the
structure. Chief Squires also requests there be no storage above the second tier of containers. It is
also noted the higher levels of the structure are not intended for human habitation. The Fire
Department has requested the applicant provide access from Jellison Avenue to the parcel.
Parking.
Adequate parking will be required and reviewed during the Building Permit process, based on the
Seward City Parking Code.
Consistency Checklist:
Yes No NA
Comprehensive Plan (2020) X —
The proposed use of the property as a ship repair facility is in harmony with recommendations of
the Seward Comprehensive Plan.
Strateeic Plan (1999) X This plan recommends adjusting local development regulations where appropriate to encourage
development that is consistent with the economic base vision (pg 5).
Seward Marine Industrial Center Develooment Plan, adopted by City Council Resolution
2008-33, recommends reviewing the Zoning Code for height, setback and other requirements to
determine if they are consistent with the desired industrial center development.
Property owners within three hundred (500) feet of Lot 2, Block 3, Fourth of July Subdivision
were notified of this proposed variance. 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 publication of this report, staff has received no public comments. If any comments
are received after this publication, they will be presented as a lay down to the Commission and the
public at the October 10, 2009 meeting.
RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS:
1. The applicant shall obtain a current Building Permit before construction begins on the site.
2. No storage is allowed above the second tier of containers.
3. Per the Fire Department requirements, a driveway entrance from Jellison Avenue to the site
shall be established and maintained for emergency vehicle access.
4. The applicant shall obtain all necessary Federal, State and local permits required for the
vessel maintenance work.
RECOMMENDATION: The Community Development Department staff recommends
approval of Resolution 2009-23 granting a variance from Seward City Code 15.10.220
Development Requirements to allow the the construction of a vessel repair structure with a
maximum building height of 46 feet, on Lot 2, Block 3, Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, Seward
Marine Industrial Center, subject to all conditions in Section 1, Subsection F.
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APPLICATION FOR ZONING VARIANCE
This completed application is to be submitted to the Community Development Department no later than
Three (31 weeks in advance of the next regularly scheduled Planning & Zoning Commission meeting held
the first Tuesday of each month. The application must be accompanied by the applicable fees
established by city resolution; and if property is already developed, an as -built survey prepared by a
surveyor registered in the State of Alaska; or scaled site plan of undeveloped land which shows: 8)
property dimensions; b) location and dimensions of existing and planned buildings; c) parking
configuration; d) driveways/access; e) natural features: f) variance requested; and g) other pertinent
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The Planning & Zoning Commission may only grant a variance if the Commission finds all of the
following conditions are met. Each condition must have a response in as much detail as it takes to
meet the condition. Please use additional paper if there is not enough room here for your response.
/ Failure to document your case reduces the likelihood of your variance being granted.
The applicant hereby alleges that:
1. The proposed action is consistent with all of the general conditions required for a conditional use
permit as follows:
a. The use is consistent with the purpose of the Zoning Code and the purposes of the zoning
b. The value of the
will not be significantly
c. The or000sed use is in harmony with the Seward Comprehensive,Plan:
d. public services and facilities arJ¢ ad quate to serve the proposed use:
e. The proposed use will not be harmful to the public safety, healssh or w
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2. Special conditions and circumstances exist which are peculiar to the land or structures involved and
which are not applicable to other lands and structures in the same district. These special 41;on31eions
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1 hereby certify that all statements and other information submitted are true and accurate to the best
of my knowledge, and that I. as applicant, have the following legal interest in the property; _Owner
of record; X Lessee; _ Contract Purchaser; duly authorized to act for a person who has the
following lagsl interest: and that the owner of record is knowledgeable of this
aAPlIcstion if 1 am not the owner. understand that the variance fee Is non-refundable to cover the
Cost associated with pro ng p ion and that it does not assure approval of the variance.
Applicant's Signature: Property Owner's Signature
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