HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. PZ2021-04KENAI
CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING AND ZONING ADMINISTRATION
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING ADMINISTRATION OF THE CITY OF KENAI
APPROVING THE ATTACHED LANDSCAPING/SITE PLAN
APPLICANT: Craig and Kalyn Turnbull
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 412 Evergreen Street
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot 23-A, Leland West Subdivision
KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH PARCEL NUMBER: 04302019
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai Planning and Zoning Administration finds this plan provides for
orderly and safe development within the City commensurate with protecting the health, safety;
and welfare of its citizens, and provides adequate and convenient open spaces, light and air in
order to avoid congestion of commercial and industrial areas, meeting the intent of Kenai
Municipal Code 14.25.010(a) - Landscaping/Site Plan Regulations - Intent (Site Plans); and,
WHEREAS, the plan provides for landscaping and/or the retention of natural vegetation in
conjunction with commercial and industrial development within the City, meeting the intent of
Kenai Municipal Code 14.25.010(b) - Landscaping/Site Plan Regulations - Intent (Landscaping
Plans); and,
WHEREAS, the landscaping/site plan meets performance criteria outlined in Kenai Municipal
Code 14.25.040 - Landscaping/Site Plan Regulations - Landscaping plan - Performance criteria;
and,
WHEREAS, the landscaping/site plan meets performance criteria outlined in Kenai Municipal
Code 14.25.045 - Landscaping/Site Plan Regulations - Site plan - Performance criteria.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING ADMINISTRATION
OF THE CITY OF KENAI THAT THE LANDSCAPING/SITE PLAN IS APPROVED SUBJECT TO
THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. Development of the property will conform to all federal, State of Alaska, and local
regulations.
2. The applicant will obtain a Building Permit from the City of Kenai prior to
construction and occupancy of the building shown on the site plan.
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3. The dumpster shall be screened with a sight -obscuring structure made of wood
or concrete.
4. No snow may be stored in such a manner that could block visibility for ingress
and egress to the parcel.
5. If construction of the project has not started within one year of the approval of the
landscaping/site plan (January 29, 2022), the approval may be revoked by the
Administrative Official after providing at least thirty (30) Day notice unless
extended for good cause.
6. Any plants used for landscaping will be appropriate for the climate and not
invasive per the Alaska Cooperative Extension Service.
7. All required landscaping as presented in the approved landscaping plan shall be
installed within two (2) years of the approved landscaping plan (by January 29,
2023).
Reviewed and approved this 29th day of January, 2021.
Planning Director
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City of Kenai 1 210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.7535 1 wwwkenaixity
STAFF REPORT
TO: Planning and Zoning - File
FROM: Ryan Foster, Planning Director
DATE: January 29, 2021
SUBJECT: PZ2021-04 — Landscaping Site Plan Administrative Approval
Applicant:
Submitted By:
Craig and Kalyn Turnbull
1123 W. Malaga Ave.
Moses Lake, WA 98337
Craig and Kalyn Turnbull
1123 W. Malaga Ave.
Moses Lake, WA 98337
Landscaping/Site Plan Approval
Lot 23-A, Leland West Subdivision
412 Evergreen St,
Requested Action:
Legal Description:
Property Address:
KPB Parcel No:
Lot Size:
04302019
0.62 Acres (approximately 27,007 square feet)
Existing Zoning:
Suburban Residential (RS)
Current Land Use:
Vacant Parcel
Land Use Plan:
Suburban Residential
GENERAL INFORMATION
It is the intent of the applicant to construct a four -family dwelling on the property. The four -family
dwelling will be an approximately 3,472 square feet one-story structure. The applicant has
submitted a building permit application for the construction of the four -family dwelling.
ANALYSIS
KMC 14.25 outlines landscaping/site plan regulations. The intent of these regulations is to provide
for orderly and safe development of the City of Kenai and to have landscaping that retains natural
vegetation in conjunction with development. The City Planner deemed the application to be
complete and in accordance with KMC 14.25.030 — Landscaping/site plan -Submittal
requirements.
Performance criteria for landscaping/site plans are outlined in KMC 14.25.040 and KMC
14.25.045. These criteria are reviewed and summarized as follows:
• Variety of techniques to address perimeter/buffer/interior/street right-of-way/parking lot
landscaping;
o The site plan indicates that the applicant intends to leave a large portion of the
existing vegetation around the perimeter of the property.
• A use compatible with surrounding properties;
o This parcel is within the Suburban Residential (RS) Zone of the City and the Land
Use Plan classifies this area as Suburban Residential. The properties to the North
and East are undeveloped. Properties to the South and West are developed with
residential housing. Surrounding properties are either zoned Suburban Residential
(RS) or Suburban Residential -1 (RS1). Access to the property is provided by
Evergreen Street which is a paved City maintained street; however, the street right-
of-way to the North has not been developed.
• Additional permits or approvals;
o A Building Permit must be obtained with approval from the Building Inspector prior
to construction and occupancy. The Fire Marshal must also approve of the
occupancy of the building.
• Parking lots must comply with KMC 14.20.250;
o The one story four -family dwelling will be approximately 3,472 square feet plus an
additional 176 square feet for the porches. The parking requirements for a four -
family dwelling is two spaces per unit, for a total of eight spaces. The
landscape/site plan submitted by the applicant indicates that they meet the parking
requirement. The parking spaces will include parking bumpers and five feet of
gravel between the bumpers and the front of the building.
• Kenai Municipal Code 14.25.045(d)(1) provides that paving of the parking lot is required.
o Applicant's site plan indicates that the parking lot will be paved. Paving will be
designed to drain away from the structure.
• Snow storage and drainage must be referenced on the site plan;
o The site plan indicates that snow storage will be located along the West and East
boundary of the parcel and along the tree line in front of the building. Snow shall
be stored so that it will not block parking spaces or hamper ingress and egress to
the property.
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o Applicant indicates that there will be five feet of gravel between the parking
bumpers and the front of the building to provide access for snow clearance. This
gravel area should also aid in drainage of the parking lot.
• Dumpsters must be screened with a sight -obscuring structure;
o A dumpster is shown on the site plan along the tree line on the East side off the
building. Dumpsters must be screened with a sight -obscuring structure made of
wood or concrete.
• Ingress and egress should route traffic away from residential streets;
o This parcel is accessed by Evergreen Street which is a paved City maintained
street. The Evergreen Street right-of-way to the North of the property is
undeveloped; therefore, traffic will be routed on the developed portion of Evergreen
Street via the Kenai Spur Highway.
• Trees, shrubs, and plants should be appropriate for the climate and not invasive;
o The applicant proposes to use existing vegetation along the perimeter of the
parcel. In the event that the applicant plants additional shrubbery or grasses, they
will be required to check the status of any plants used with the Alaska Cooperative
Extension Service.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on the application and a review of the criteria required to approve the landscaping/site
plan, the application meets the intent of landscaping/site plan requirements and performance
criteria. The plan is approved as submitted with the following conditions of approval:
1. Development of the property will conform to all federal, State of Alaska, and local
regulations.
2. The applicant will obtain a Building Permit from the City of Kenai prior to construction and
occupancy of the building shown on the site plan.
3. The dumpster shall be screened with a sight -obscuring structure made of wood or
concrete.
4. No snow maybe stored in such a manner that could block visibility for ingress and egress
to the parcel.
5. If construction of the project has not started within one year of the approval of the
landscaping/site plan (January 29, 2022), the approval may be revoked by the
Administrative Official after providing at least thirty (30) Day notice unless extended for
good cause.
6. Any plants used for landscaping will be appropriate for the climate and not invasive per
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the Alaska Cooperative Extension Service.
7. All required landscaping as presented in the approved landscaping plan shall be
installed within two (2) years of the approved landscaping plan (by January 29, 2023).
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution PZ2021-04
2. Application
3. Site Plan
4. Aerial Map
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Landscaping/Site Plan
'.V Application
City of Kenai
Planning and Zoning Department
210 Fidalgo Avenue
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-8200
planning@kenai.city
www.kenal,city/planning
Name: Craig and Kalyn Turnbull
Mailing Address: 1123 W Malaga Ave
City: Moses Lake State: WA I Zip Code: 198837
Phone Number(s): (509) 793-3588
Email: 1 coldwellcraig@gmail.com
Name:
Mailing Address:
City: I State: JZip Code:
Phone Number(s):
Email:
Kenai Peninsula Borough Parcel# (Propery Tax ID): 104302019
Physical Address: 412 Evergreen St, Kenai, AK. 99611
Legal Description: Leland West Sub Lot 23-A
IRS
Zoning:
Acres: 1.622
❑ Land Clearing
This application is being submitted for: ❑ Retention Basin - see KMC 14.25.025
B Commercial, industrial, or multi -family development
Describe the project or proposed use of the property. In general terms, what are you proposing to do?
(use additional pages if necessary):
Construct a one story 96'X38' 4-Plex
How is this property currently being used? vacant land
Use of surrounding property - north: undeveloped
Use of surrounding property - south: our house at 406 Evergreen St
Use of surrounding property - east: undeveloped
Use of surrounding property - west: fairly new homes built, paved rd, power, water, sewer at street
Home occupations are accessory uses conducted so the average neighbor would not be aware of its existence.
Describe how the home occupation is compatible with other permitted uses and with the residential character of
the neighborbood:
N/A
CITY OF KENAI
DATE 1-21-21
'-)LANNING DEPART -- NT
Will this project require paving for the parking lot? Paving is required for
commercial and multifamily development requiring a building permit valued at one
hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00) or more for new construction or F YES ❑ NO
improvements which add square footage located between Evergreen Drive and
McCollum Drive/Tinker Lane.
Calculation of Total
8
Number of Required
Parking Spaces:
Total Number of Off -Street Parking Spaces: 8
Dimesions of Parking Spaces (width in feet): 11' ea
Will the parking lot have lighting? ❑ YES 0 NO
Describe parking lot landscaping or any additional considerations of parking lot design. Include considerations of
pedestrians and bicyclists safety around motor vehicles; note if the property will have a bicycle parking:
8 parking spaces, paved, with front parking bumpers installed 5' from building, drainage sloped away
from building
On-site snow storage areas are shown on the site plan. Snow cannot be placed M YES
on required parking spaces or block visibility for ingress and egress.
Will this project require a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)? ❑ YES * NO
Describe drainage patterns and features which may affect drainage:
Building monolithic slab will be raised as much as possible to help with drainage away from building
perimeter along with 2' eves entire perimeter. Parking lot will be sloped away from building.
Is commercial traffic routed away from residential streets?:
Will a dumpster be placed on-site? i9 YES ❑ NO
Dumpsters must be screened with a sight -obscuring structure and their location must be shown on the site plan. If
a dumpster will be on-site, describe the site -obscuring structure:
fence installed if natural vegetation doesn't accomplish screening
Describe additional screening, either natural vegetation, fences, or other screening that will separate and
minimize the impact between adjacent uses. Include considerations of screening to shield adjacent residential
areas from building or parking lot lights.:
natural vegetation if possible marked on site plan
No invasive species will be planted on-site, as defined by the Alaska Cooperative 8 YES
Extension Service:
Trees, shrubs, and plants should be appropriate for the climate (rate as hardy for N YES
USDA Climatic Zone 3):
Describe street right-of-way landscaping or amendment plans for the Administrative Official to consider.
Landscaping a minimum of 10 -feet in width is required along property lines which adjoin street rights-of-way:
Describe interior and parking lot landscaping or amendment plans for the Administrative Official to consider -
See attached site plan perimeter trees/shrubs left mostly undisturbed except driveway and minor
cutting to accommodate for some surveying and marking of lot
All required landscaping and paving as presented in the landscaping/site plan will W YES
be installed within 2 years after approval of the plan.
In accordance with KMC 14.25.040(3), there will be 100% ground cover of
planting and continuous maintenance so there will be no exposed soil within three YES
years of planting. Flower beds may be considered ground cover.
I understand if the project has not started within one year of approval of the
landscaping/site plan, the approval may be revoked after the City provides 30 YES
days notice (KMC 14.25.080).
AUTHORITY TO APPLY FOR LANDSCAPING/SITE PLAN APPROVAL, I hereby certify that (I am) (I have been
authorized to act for) owner of the property described above. I certify that the information provided is accurate to
the best of my knowledge. I understand a site visit may be required to process this application. City of Kenai
personnel are authorized to access the above -referenced property for the purpose of processing this application.
Signature:Date:
1/20/2021
Print Name:
Craig TTurnbull Title/Business: owner
Fire Inspection Status:
For City Use Only Date Application Fee Received:
PZ Resolution Number:
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City of Kenai 1210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.75351 www.kenaixity
STAFF REPORT
TO: Planning and Zoning - File
FROM: Ryan Foster, Planning Director
DATE: January 29, 2021
SUBJECT: PZ2021-04 — Landscaping Site Plan Administrative Approval
Applicant:
Craig and Kalyn Turnbull
1123 W. Malaga Ave.
Moses Lake, WA 98337
Craig and Kalyn Turnbull
1123 W. Malaga Ave.
Moses Lake, WA 98337
Submitted By:
Requested Action:
Landscaping/Site Plan Approval
Lot 23-A, Leland West Subdivision
412 Evergreen St,
Legal Description:
Property Address:
KPB Parcel No:
04302019
Lot Size:
0.62 Acres (approximately 27,007 square feet)
Existing Zoning:
Suburban Residential (RS)
Current Land Use:
Vacant Parcel
Land Use Plan:
Suburban Residential
GENERAL INFORMATION
It is the intent of the applicant to construct a four -family dwelling on the property. The four -family
dwelling will be an approximately 3,472 square feet one-story structure. The applicant has
submitted a building permit application for the construction of the four -family dwelling.
ANALYSIS
KMC 14.25 outlines landscaping/site plan regulations. The intent of these regulations is to provide
for orderly and safe development of the City of Kenai and to have landscaping that retains natural
vegetation in conjunction with development. The City Planner deemed the application to be
complete and in accordance with KMC 14.25.030 — Landscaping/site plan -Submittal
requirements.
Performance criteria for landscaping/site plans are outlined in KMC 14.25.040 and KMC
14.25.045. These criteria are reviewed and summarized as follows:
• Variety of techniques to address perimeter/buffer/interior/street right-of-way/parking lot
landscaping;
o The site plan indicates that the applicant intends to leave a large portion of the
existing vegetation around the perimeter of the property.
• A use compatible with surrounding properties;
o This parcel is within the Suburban Residential (RS) Zone of the City and the Land
Use Plan classifies this area as Suburban Residential. The properties to the North
and East are undeveloped. Properties to the South and West are developed with
residential housing. Surrounding properties are either zoned Suburban Residential
(RS) or Suburban Residential -1 (RS1). Access to the property is provided by
Evergreen Street which is a paved City maintained street; however, the street right-
of-way to the North has not been developed.
• Additional permits or approvals;
o A Building Permit must be obtained with approval from the Building Inspector prior
to construction and occupancy. The Fire Marshal must also approve of the
occupancy of the building.
• Parking lots must comply with KMC 14.20.250;
o The one story four -family dwelling will be approximately 3,472 square feet plus an
additional 176 square feet for the porches. The parking requirements for a four -
family dwelling is two spaces per unit, for a total of eight spaces. The
landscape/site plan submitted by the applicant indicates that they meet the parking
requirement. The parking spaces will include parking bumpers and five feet of
gravel between the bumpers and the front of the building.
• Kenai Municipal Code 14.25.045(4)(1) provides that paving of the parking lot is required.
o Applicant's site plan indicates that the parking lot will be paved. Paving will be
designed to drain away from the structure.
• Snow storage and drainage must be referenced on the site plan;
o The site plan indicates that snow storage will be located along the West and East
boundary of the parcel and along the tree line in front of the building. Snow shall
be stored so that it will not block parking spaces or hamper ingress and egress to
the property.
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o Applicant indicates that there will be five feet of gravel between the parking
bumpers and the front of the building to provide access for snow clearance. This
gravel area should also aid in drainage of the parking lot.
• Dumpsters must be screened with a sight -obscuring structure;
o A dumpster is shown on the site plan along the tree line on the East side off the
building. Dumpsters must be screened with a sight -obscuring structure made of
wood or concrete.
• Ingress and egress should route traffic away from residential streets;
o This parcel is accessed by Evergreen Street which is a paved City maintained
street. The Evergreen Street right-of-way to the North of the property is
undeveloped; therefore, traffic will be routed on the developed portion of Evergreen
Street via the Kenai Spur Highway.
• Trees, shrubs, and plants should be appropriate for the climate and not invasive;
o The applicant proposes to use existing vegetation along the perimeter of the
parcel. In the event that the applicant plants additional shrubbery or grasses, they
will be required to check the status of any plants used with the Alaska Cooperative
Extension Service.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on the application and a review of the criteria required to approve the landscaping/site
plan, the application meets the intent of landscaping/site plan requirements and performance
criteria. The plan is approved as submitted with the following conditions of approval:
1. Development of the property will conform to all federal, State of Alaska, and local
regulations.
2. The applicant will obtain a Building Permit from the City of Kenai prior to construction and
occupancy of the building shown on the site plan.
3. The dumpster shall be screened with a sight -obscuring structure made of wood or
concrete.
4. No snow may be stored in such a manner that could block visibility for ingress and egress
to the parcel.
5. If construction of the project has not started within one year of the approval of the
landscaping/site plan (January 29, 2022), the approval may be revoked by the
Administrative Official after providing at least thirty (30) Day notice unless extended for
good cause.
6. Any plants used for landscaping will be appropriate for the climate and not invasive per
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the Alaska Cooperative Extension Service.
7. All required landscaping as presented in the approved landscaping plan shall be
installed within two (2) years of the approved landscaping plan (by January 29, 2023).
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution PZ2021-04
2. Application
3. Site Plan
4. Aerial Map
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Landscaping/Site Plan
Application
City of Kenai
Planning and Zoning Department
210 Fida Igo Avenue
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-8200
planning@kenai.city
www.kenai,city/planning
Name: Craig and Kalyn Turnbull
Mailing Address: 1123 W Malaga Ave
City: Moses Lake State: WA Zip Code: 198837
Phone Number(s): (509) 793-3588
Email: coldwellcraig@gmail.com
Name:
Mailing Address:
City: State: Zip Code:
Phone Number(s):
Email:
Kenai Peninsula Borough Parcel# (Propery Tax ID): 104302019
Physical Address: 412 Evergreen St, Kenai, AK. 99611
Legal Description: Leland West Sub Lot 23-A
Zoning: RS
Acres: .622
❑ Land Clearing
This application is being submitted for: ❑ Retention Basin - see KMC 14.25.025
@ Commercial, industrial, or multi -family development
Describe the project or proposed use of the property. In general terms, what are you proposing to do?
(use additional pages if necessary):
Construct a one story 96'X38' 4-Plex
How is this property currently being used? vacant land
Use of surrounding property - north: undeveloped
Use of surrounding property - south: our house at 406 Evergreen St.
Use of surrounding property - east: undeveloped
Use of surrounding property - west: fairly new homes built, paved rd, power, water, sewer at street
Home occupations are accessory uses conducted so the average neighbor would not be aware of its existence.
Describe how the home occupation is compatible with other permitted uses and with the residential character of
the neighborbood:
N/A
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rJTY OF KENAI
DATE 1-7-1-21
'3LANNING DEPARTMENT
Will this project require paving for the parking lot? Paving is required for
commercial and multifamily development requiring a building permit valued at one
hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00) or more for new construction or i—a YES ❑ NO
improvements which add square footage located between Evergreen Drive and
McCollum Drive/Tinker Lane.
Calculation of Total 8
Number of Required
Parking Spaces:
Total Number of Off -Street Parking Spaces: 18
Dimesions of Parking Spaces (width in feet): 11' ea
Will the parking lot have lighting? ❑ YES B NO
Describe parking lot landscaping or any additional considerations of parking lot design. Include considerations of
pedestrians and bicyclists safety around motor vehicles; note if the property will have a bicycle parking:
8 parking spaces, paved, with front parking bumpers installed 5' from building, drainage sloped away
from building
On-site snow storage areas are shown on the site plan. Snow cannot be placed A YES
on required parking spaces or block visibility for ingress and egress.
Will this project require a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)? ❑ YES 8 NO
Describe drainage patterns and features which may affect drainage:
Building monolithic slab will be raised as much as possible to help with drainage away from building
perimeter along with 2' eves entire perimeter. Parking lot will be sloped away from building.
Is commercial traffic routed away from residential streets?:
Will a dumpster be placed on-site? G YES ❑ NO
Dumpsters must be screened with a sight-obscuring structure and their location must be shown on the site plan. If
a dumpster will be on-site, describe the site-obscuring structure:
fence installed if natural vegetation doesn't accomplish screening
Describe additional screening, either natural vegetation, fences, or other screening that will separate and
minimize the impact between adjacent uses. Include considerations of screening to shield adjacent residential
areas from building or parking lot lights.:
naturaI vegetation if possible marked on site plan
No invasive species will be planted on-site, as defined by the Alaska Cooperative B YES
Extension Service:
Trees, shrubs, and plants should be appropriate for the climate (rate as hardy for M YES
USDA Climatic Zone 3):
Describe street right-of-way landscaping or amendment plans for the Administrative Official to consider.
Landscaping a minimum of 10-feet in width is required along property lines which adjoin street rights-of-way:
Describe interior and parking lot landscaping or amendment plans for the Administrative Official to consider:
See attached site plan perimeter trees/shrubs left mostly undisturbed except driveway and minor
cutting to accommodate for some surveying and marking of lot
All required landscaping and paving as presented in the landscaping/site plan will
!ni YES
be installed within 2 years after approval of the plan.
In accordance with KMC 14.25.040(3), there will be 100% ground cover of
planting and continuous maintenance so there will be no exposed soil within three YES
years of planting. Flower beds may be considered ground cover.
I understand if the project has not started within one year of approval of the
landscaping/site plan, the approval may be revoked after the City provides 30 kJ YES
days notice (KMC 14.25.080).
AUTHORITY TO APPLY FOR LANDSCAPING/SITE PLAN APPROVAL: I hereby certify that (I am) (I have been
authorized to act for) owner of the property described above. I certify that the information provided is accurate to
the best of my knowledge. I understand a site visit may be required to process this application. City of Kenai
personnel are authorized to access the above-referenced property for the purpose of processing this application.
Signature:
Date: 1120/2021
Print Name:
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Craig i urnbull Title/Business: I Owner
Fire Inspection Status:
For City Use Only Date Application Fee Received:
PZ Resolution Number:
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