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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1981-05-13 P&Z MinutesKenai Advisory Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting, May 13, 1981 Kenai City Hall, 7 p.m. Philip Bryson, Presiding Chairman AGENDA 1. ROLL .CALL 2. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3. AGENDA APPROVAL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF April 22, 1981 5. OLD BUSINESS A. FAA Lands, Released for Lease or Sale, but Not Presently Leased 6. NEW BUSINESS A. Lease Application: F.B.O. Subdivision: Lots 1, 2, and 3 or Lots 4, 5, and 6 Blue Mountain Ventures, Inc. B. Woodland Subdivision, Part V: Replat of Lots 14 and 15, Bl. H ~ C. Three W's Subdivision: Preliminary Plat 7. OTHER BUSINESS A. City Council Report: Betty Glick B. Borough Planning and Zoning Report: Betty Glick C. City Administration Report 8. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS 9. ADJOURNMENT Kenai Advisory Plannin and Zonin Commission ~G~Z~ g g Regular Meeting, May 13, 1981 Kenai City Hall, 7 p.m. Philip Bryson, Presiding Chairman 1. ROLL CALL Present: Phil Bryson, Mary Quesnel, Jerry Andrews, Jim Blanning, George Fox, Wayne Regelin, and Ex-Officio Member Betty Glick Absent: None Others: Bill Brighton, City Manager; Jim Swalley, Airport Operations Manager; Ed Brown, Blue Mountain Ventures, Inc.; Rich Kochanuski, Blue Mountain Ventures, Inc.; Karen and Don Creamer, Aero Union, inc. 2, PUBLIC HEARINGS 3. AGENDA APPROVAL MOTION: Jim Blanning moved, seconded by Wayne Regelin, to approve the agenda. There were no objections. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF April 22, 1981 MOTION: Wayne Regelin moved, seconded by Jim Blanning, to approve the minutes of April 22, 1981 as submitted. There were no objections. 5. OLD BUSINESS A. FAA Lands, Released for Lease or Sale, but Not Presently Leased There was a brief discussion on these lands. NIOT I ON Wayne Regelin moved, seconded by Jerry Andrews, that the list of FAA lands, released for lease or sale, but not presently leased be approved for sale. The motion passed unanimously. 6. NEW BUSINESS A. Lease Application: F.B.O. Subdivision: Lots 1,2,3 or 4,5,6 Blue Mountain Ventures, Inc. Kenai Advisory Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting, May 13, 1981 Page 2 _~ Ed Brown representing Blue Mountain Ventures, Inc. read from his letter regarding this lease application request. He wants to get more taxiway frontage. When he originally leased the lots it was with the understanding that the taxiway expansion would be in the near future. They are considering expanding this year rather. than next year as more people are showing more interest in their project. All businesses would like access to the taxiway and the frontage for parking. Jim Blanning questioned to what extent has their development been developed. The 80 x 80 building is completed and they are prepared to put in a ramp and gravel parking. Mr. Brown questioned when the fence would be moved around the lots. Mr. Fox questioned which lots Mr. Brown is currently leasing. He has lots 7 - 11 and the building is on lots 7 and 8. Their plans were to expand the building by this year. Mr. Brown was questioned whether the expansion would go towards the Terminal rather than the Tower. It was noted that Lots 1,2,3 were withdrawn by Council and not to be leased. Lots 4,5,6 have been released by T ~ D Realty this past week. Jim Blanning questioned whether this change would present any complications for the Airport planning. Jim Swalley stated that the City has requested FAA funding to extend the ramp but. that funding expired in September.. They are trying to get some bills through Congress for more Airport funds. The City has also applied for funding through the State and we won't know until June whether we will get that money. Presently the only access to Lots 9 - 11 is through Lot 8. Jerry Andrews questioned whether they would stay with the same lots if the ramp was extended.. Mr. Brown stated that he would. He further stated that he felt that he couldn't wait for this to happen as it takes time to get financing. MOTION: George Fox moved, seconded by Jim Blanning, that Blue Mountain Ventures, Inc. be allowed to exchange Lots 9,10, and 11 for Lots 4, 5, and 6. Don and Karen Creamer from Aero Union, Inc. were present and stated that this was the third season that they have worked in Alaska and the second in Kenai area. They noted that they just found out that Lots 4,5,6 were available and Lots 1,2,3 have been withdrawn. They are interested in coming to Kenai to develop an air transportation and cargo facility. They are planning to meet with the Alaska Transportation Commission and talk with local financial institutions about developing those lots commercially. They would like a chance to apply for this land. They stated that by leasing these lots Kenai Advisory Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting, May 13,1981 Page 3 and withdrawing the others, the City was taking up all the paved parking access and keeping people like themselves from developing a large aircraft facility. They stated that they were really interested in developing one and have been thinking about it for two years. They asked that the Commission not make any decision as yet 'and ask for a month at the most for them to make their decision to develop the area. This is the only area at present that can handle large aircraft. Jerry Andrews Questioned whether they would be able to build on Lots 4,5, and 6 this year. They stated that they planned to construct a hangar with a small office and that it could possibly be constructed this year depending on their certificate which might take up to 120 days to get. They could provide cargo operation for up to four fish processors and they want to serve the Peninsula for large aircraft. George Fox stated that these lots are available for lease and an application has been filed on those lots. The first person to file an application has been the one honored. The Creamers wanted the Planning Commission to know that they were interested in developing an air cargo facility. They are asking for a delay so. that they can file an application for these lots. Mr. Brown stated that it is not his intention to tie up all the lots. They were the only ones that planned to put in an air cargo facility ~ who finally did develop a lease and construct a building. It is to their advantage to develop the lots as soon as possible. Jerry Andrews stated that this is the same thing that happened last year with several people applying for these lots. Jim Swalley commented that if the City allows the lot swap then Lots 9,10,11 will sit there unused until the North ramp is developed and the City will lose the revenue from those lots. He felt that the City is likely to get money from Juneau and construction can begin next spring. This will start development on out north. Rich Kochanuski commented that of all the 11 lots, Mr. Brown is the only one paying on these lots. The Creamers Questioned whether Lots 1,2,3 have been withdrawn. Mrs. Glick stated that upon the Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendations the City Council withdrew those lots for future Terminal expansion. Then at the last Airport Lands Committee meeting they asked that these lots be put up for lease again that they were not needed for future expansion. They wanted the Planning Commission to further review these lots and it was their recommendation that they be leased. The Planning Commission should list what the proper use should be for this area and that Lots 1,2,3 is a logical area for a fuel facility for large aircraft. Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting, May 13, 1981 _' Page 4 The Land Committee felt that even if the City .added to the Terminal Building they could go up or build twice its length without needing those lots. It is the Planning Com-;~ission's responsibility to review this and come up with recommendations. Another idea for future expansion would be to build a new building beyond the tower. Jerry Andrews stated that he would not want to put Lots 1, 2, and 3 back on the list for lease until he has had a chance to go out and look at these lots. George Fox felt that Lots 1, 2, and 3 had nothing to do with the motion on the floor. Phil Bryson stated that the applicant had applied for either lots 1, 2, and 3 or 4, 5 and 6. Phil Bryson further questioned whether they would be encouraging smaller aircraft in a large aircraft area. Mr. Brown stated that economic factors would not support small aircraft development. The motion passed with Phil Bryson and Wayne Regelin voting negative. Jerry Andrews asked for reconsideration at the next meeting. There was some discussion regarding the Airport fencing. Keith Kornelis, Public Works Director, introduced the new ~ City Engineer, Jack La Shot at this time. B. Woodland Subdivision, Part V: Replat of Lots 14 and 15, Bl. H George Fox questioned whether both lots were owned by Hall and if there were houses on them. There was a brief discussion regarding the subdivision. MOTION: Jerry Andrews moved,seconded by Wayne Regelin, to adopt Resolution PZ 81-5 approving the replat of Woodland Subdivision Part V, Lots 14 and 15 Block H upon the corrections of the .following negative findings of Item No. 9. 9. Lots are not identified by street addresses in accordance with City Code. The motion passed unanimously. C. Three AV's Subdivision: Preliminary Plat (Addition No. 1) Jack La Shot, City Engineer, stated that the streets in Three W's Subdivision have not yet been accepted by the City for maintenance. There is quite a list of things to be done on the streets. He has discussed this with Ron Rice the engineer on the ~ project. George Fox questioned access to the subdivision. The Commission discussed what the City, Code states on developing streets and commented that the Council should enforce it or change it. Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting, May 13, 1981 Page 5 ~ Betty Glick stated that the City has specifications for streets and has had problems with other subdivisions where the streets were not put in according to those specifications. She questioned whether they would like to see the subdivision ordinance enforced prior to the acceptance of a final plat. This issue has come up a number of times at Council meetings. George Fox commented that this was a subject discussed at length last fall. First, the ordinance should not be enforced as written because water and sewer would have to be available. It isn't practical as written. The Commission discussed how the City is currently upgrading City roads with State funding and not directly assessing the property owners as others have been. Phil Bryson commented that a subdivider submits a preliminary plat .and if they do all that is necessary then they do not have to come back .for final approval as it is now. The Administration at the Borough has the authority to approve the final plats if they meet all the requirements. One of the requirements is the approval from the Commissions from the Cities. If there were any requirements that the City wants to put on the plats then the Borough would have to enforce them. Betty Glick commented that it is the Planning Commission's responsibility to review this and state. whether it is workable and then make recommendations to the City Council. Jerry Andrews stated that the people that pay for expensive lots .with roads put in correctly are now paying for people that buy 'less expensive lots with poor roads by upgrading those roads. If the people on a street needing upgrading desire to bring them up to specifications then they should pay for it. The Commission members discussed this item further and some thought that it would be over regulating to require that all roads be brought up to the City specifications before final plat approval. It was noted that Linwood Lane property owners wanted to form an assessment district until they found out how much money it would cost them. Now the State money will be spent to do this. Jerry Andrews stated that the Commission members at their last meeting on this issue recommended that the City do not pay for upgrading these roads. George Fox stated that the rules have to be consistent. Wayne Regelin felt that the City can't keep going back and correcting problems~in the past. From this point on, the City should enforce the roads. being put in according to City specifications and standards. Jerry Andrews felt that if a person wants to subdivide, he should be able to do it without putting in the roads. .The Commission discussed whether the size of the subdivision should indicate when roads would have to be put in or if exceptions should be granted. All alternatives should be considered. Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission Page 6 Regular Meeting, May 13, 1981 MOTION: George Fox moved, seconded by Wayne Regelin to table Resolution PZ 81-6 Three W's Subdivision, Addition No. 1: Preliminary Plat until the next meeting. There were no objections. 7. OTHER BUSINESS A. City Council Report: Betty Glick Mrs. Glick reported on the last City Council meeting. She ..commented on the Airport Land Committee's recommendation to not withdraw Lots 1, 2, and 3 F.B.0:-`Subdivision and also to go ahead and subdivide the area north of the tower as it takes time to get this done. Also, the City should get going and expand the Terminal and request additional funding to do this. The Council has been taking time approving transfers of money within a department and an ordinance has been introduced to allow transfers within a department under $1,000 of budgeted items without coming to Council for approval. There was a presentation from Alex Shadura regarding traffic in the City. Dave Donald gave a presentation regarding an ambulance service area. There was a letter from Mooney Aircraft Sales and they are interested in leasing Lots 1, 2, and 3 of F.B.O. Subdivision. It has been referred to the Planning Commission and should be included in the next packet. The City turned down an offer for Tracts C and D of the Boat Ramp. The request for lease space for Sea Airmotive was turned down until the renovation of the Terminal Building estimated February, 1982. Jim Swalley pointed out the various businesses which are now leasing the former City Hall offices. All are short term leases with short term cancellation. B. Borough Planning and Zoning Report: Betty Glick Municipal League's Board of Directors Meeting will be on August 14 and 15. The rezoning of Lots 9 - 15 of Kenai Townsite was approved. The land lottery sale No. 2 is in progress with a deadline of May 26 and drawing on June 6. The Borough Planning and Zoning approved the application to Alaska Coastal Zone Management for the third year funding. The site next to Arc Lake was approved for a disposal. site and a development plan is required. George Fox questioned the status of the Borough Ordinance on Planning and Zoning for the Cities. Mrs. Glick stated that it is still in the committee and they should be holding public hearings on this throughout the Borough. C. City Administration Report Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission Page 7 Regular Meeting, May 13, 1981 8. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS 9. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: George Fox moved, seconded by Jerry Andrews, to adjourn the meeting. There being no further business, :the meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ~~~ ~ __ _ Janice E. Taylor Planning and Zoning Secretary