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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984-06-27 P&Z Minutes l KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION June 27, 1984 Kenai City Hall Lee Lewis, Chairman There will be a joint work session with the Ci ty Council at 6: 00 p. m. regarding the Sign Code and the Landscaping Ordinance. AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. AGENDA APPROVAL 3. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Rezone: Lot 1 & 2, Walkowski-Deland S/D, Sec 4, TSN, R11W, S.M. i from RR, RS, and C, to Heavy Industrial b. Rezone: Tract F-1, Lots 1-5, Block l; Lots 6-10, Block 2,Spruce- wood Glen S/D No. 2 from General Commercial to Urban Residential c. Sign Code Ordinance 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of June 13, 1984 6. OLD BUSINESS a. Lease Application: Lot 4, Block 1, Gusty SID - for Additional Car Wash - Patrick J. Doyle b. Request for Land Use Permit - Alaska National Guard c. Landscaping Ordinance 7. NEW BUSINESS a. Lease Application: Lot B-2, CIIAP S/D - for Retail & Office Space Howard, Garner, & Smith b. Lease Application: Lots 9,10,11, FBO S/D - Parker & Black - for Aviation Support Facilities ~ c. Preliminary Plat PZ84-53: Mattfield S/D Add No. 1 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA June 27, 1984 Page 2 d. Preliminary Plat PZ84-54: Parsons S/D - Inlet Woods West Add. e. Preliminary Plat PZ84-43A: Parsons S/D - Inlet Woods Revised f. Prelieminary Plat PZ84-56: FBO 5/D No. 3 g. Resolution PZ84-57: Setting Fees for Zoning Amendment Requests h. Discussion: Day Care Centers/Light Industrial District 8. PLANNING 9. REPORTS a. City Council b. Borough Planning c. City Administration IO. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD 11. INFORMATION ITEMS Council Agenda Judicial Decisions: Rezoning, Signs and Billboards 12. ADJOURNMENT KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION ~~~ June 27, 1984 Kenai City Hall Lee Lewis, Chairman 1. ROLL CALL ~f 6 ~' " ~~~~- ~ ~ -~ Present: Lewis, Bryson, Oleson, Osborne, Smalley, and Zubeck Absent: Carrignan, excused NOTE: Commissioner Bryson absent for first part of meeting. 2. AGENDA APPROVAL Agenda approved with no additions or deletions 3. PERSON5 PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD None 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Rezone: Lot 1&2, Walkowski-Deland 5/D, Sec 4, TSN, R11W, S.M. from RR, RS, and C to Heavy Industrial Jeff Labahn explained that there are 2 lots involved which span the 3 zones indicated. The step to rezone to IN is logical as it conforms to parcels which border Beaver Loop Rd and also makes the 2 lots one zone. Chairman Lewis opened the hearing to the public. Mr. Wade Morgan, property owner adjacent to the land to be rezoned came forward to state that he is opposed to the rezoning. Mr. Morgan purchased his property for the view at a price which ensured an unobstructed view, and the rezoning, particularly an industrial zone would indicate a loss of that view and property value. Mr. Morgan asks that a way be worked out to alleviate the problem. Mr. Will Jahrig came forward. Mr. Jahrig is the proposed property owner and understands the concerns of adjacent property owners and further stated that he will be the first person to protect conservation and the view for those owners. Mr. Jahrig stated that he does not intend to put in something that will be Obnoxious such as a cannery. Currently Mr. Jahrig lives in Old Town and keeps his equipment in his yard and would like to bring that equipment to a zone and area which is mare geared to industrial development which Beaver Loop is. There is a natural buffer in the bluff between the residences and his proposed use of the property. The property comes to a point below the bluff and will not be used plus there will be no high buildings. Currently, 3 wheelers and 4x4's are tearing up the PLANNING COMMISSION `~ June 27, 1984 Page 2 property making it an eyesore. Mr. Jahrig explained that a creek runs alongside the property and will construct a small ditch far runoff to get the property developed. Chairman Lewis asked about the trees on the property. Mr. Jahrig explained that there is a natural buffer of trees between the residences and his property, that there is 700' from the top of the bluff to Z00' at the base. There will be 100' of tree buffer from there to his property. That portion of the property will not be touched. Commissioner Smalley asked where his intended access would be, Mr. Jahrig explained that it will be off Irwin Street. A letter was received for the record from Mike Lovett, Box 3241, Kenai. Mr. Lovett owns the property at 317 Portlock Street and opposes the rezoning on twa points; site obstruction and the use of heavy equipment that close to a residential zone. Mr. Gene McClelland came forward as an adjacent property owner concerned about protection of the view and the watershed. Mr. McClelland stated that the area was zoned conservation in the 1460's to protect the watershed and further would like to see the conservation zone made into a playground. Councilman Wise pointed out that the land below Lawton grive is entirely private and zoning private land conservation is illegal. Chairman Lewis brought discussion back to the Commission, Mr. Labahn pointed out that the area is one of transition, that the comprehensive plan is outdated and feel that either an error or oversite was made when the area was zaned conservation as it is privately owned. Commissioner Smalley asked if administration could work with Mr. Jahrig on the points brought out, Mr. Jahrig stated that he is more than willing to work with both administration and the property owners. Mr. Jahrig has already contacted the COE regarding the drainage and that body feels the best way to control the property is through the drainage ditch previously discussed. MOTTON: Commissioner Smalley moved to approve PZ84-58, seconded by Commissioner Osborne. VOTE: Motion passed unanimously. MOTION: Commissioner Smalley moved to approve PZ84-54, Land Use Plan, seconded by Commissioner Osborne. PLANNING COMMISSION `~ June 27, 1984 Page 3 VOTE: Motion passed unanimously. b. Rezone: Tract F-1, Lots 1-5, Blk l; Lots 6-10, Blk 2, Sprucewood Glen S/D No. 2 from CG to RU. Chairman Lewis opening the hearing to the public. Hearing no comment, Chairman Lewis brought discussion back to the Commission. As this rezoning was initiated by this body, there were no comments. MOTION: Commissioner Osborne moved approval of PZ84-60 and PZ84-61, seconded by Commissioner Oleson. VOTE: Motion passed unanimously. c. Sign Code Ordinance There were a few minor verbage changes by Mr. Labahn and Mr. Hackney. Chairman Lewis opened the hearing to the public. ~ Mr. poug Keating came forward representing ERA Property World. Mr. Keating objected to the size of real estate signs and then asked about the intent of SQ. Mr. Hackney explained that the ordinance is attempting to keep all signs on the property they are advertising. Currently, real estate signs are all over. They are on intersections no where near the property they are selling and further, they remain there, usually throughout an entire summer. Mrs. Pat Porter, a resident of Deepwood Court near Tinker Lane spoke against the real estate signs. There are 3 real estate signs on one corner, one of which is tacked up on a telephone pole and one on the stop sign, all of which have been there for several months. While driving downtown it is noticable that real estate signs are all over with no apparent consideration to placement. One real estate has a sign on each side of a lot and on more than one corner. Regarding portable signs, Mrs. Porter is glad to see that the intent is not to allow them particularly as a permanent fixture. A great number of them are broken, unsightly, letters are missing, and in some cases, a definite traffic hazzard, and do not project the feeling of permanence in the community, i.e., a temporary sign denotes a temp- orary business. Some are even on wheels and cement blocks, and several are on corners away from the business. PLANNING COMMISSION \`~ June 27, 1984 Page 4 Bill Brighton asked if the intent of the ordinance was to permit garage sale signs. Under the section relating to temporary signs, yes, but on a temporary basis. The Commission discussed possible fines and permits for those. Gladys Routh representing Red Carpet Realty came forward to speak on the garage sale signs stating that they are much more unsightly than real estate signs and often are up longer than a week. NOTE: Commissioner Bryson joined the meeting. MOTION: Commissioner Osborne moved to postpone the issue to the meeting of July 25th, seconded by Commissioner Oleson. VOTE: There were no objections. It was suggested that a portion be added to prohibit tacking any type of sign on stop signs and utility poles. S. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of June 1~, 1984 The minutes were unavailble 6. OLD BUSINESS a. Lease Application: Lot 4, BIk 1, Gusty 5/D - for Additional Car Wash - Patrick Doyle Mr. Labahn introduced the application and suggested that more material needed to be reviewed such as, a definitive time line, details on snow removal or storage, parking and the sharing of parking on the 2 lots, and as indicated in the memo. MOTION: Commissioner Smalley moved approval of the referenced lease applica- tion with the addition of staff comments in the memo of 6122/84 or upon submission of the required information, seconded by Commissioner Zubeck. Commissioner Smalley noted that there were no details on landscaping and requested that this be made a part of the motion, consented by second. VOTE: Motion passed unanimously. ~~ PLANNING COMMISSION ~) June 27, 1984 Page 5 b. Request for Land Use Permit - Alaska National Guard Material has been submitted detailing the request discussed at the last meeting. The Commission discussed effects on; wildlife, tundra, equipment, possible noise if large guns are involved, etc. MOTION: Commissioner Zubeck moved to approve the request for land use permit, seconded by Commissioner Osborne. VOTE: Motion fails with Chairman Lewis and Commissioners Osborne, Smalley, and Zubeck voting no; Commissioner Bryson and Oleson voting yes. c. Sign Code Ordinance MOTION: Commissioner Smalley moved to set the proposed landscaping ordinance for public hearing at the next meeting 05/84), seconded by Commissioner Oleson. VOTE: ~ Motion passed unanimously 7. NEW BUSINESS a. Lease Application: Lot 8-2, CIIAP S!0 - for Retail & Office Space Howard. Garner. and Smith Mr. John Howard appeared before the Commission to detail the plans for a second mall adjacent to the first lease already approved. The Commission wished to make note of the professional manner in which the application material was submitted and presented. MOTION: Commissioner Smalley moved approval of the lease application as submitted with inclusion of staff comments {6/22/84) seconded by Commissioner Olesan. VOTE: Motion passed unanimously. b. Lease Application: Lots 9,10,11, PBO S/D - for Aviation Support Facilities - Parker & Black. Mr. John Parker explained that his operation would entail; helicopter storage, training, aircraft maintenance and shop, warehouse space, and office space. The site is heavily treed and they will have to be removed, in place will be perennials and ground cover to relieve the PLANNING COMMI5SION June 27, 1984 Page 6 dust problem. It was noted that there was a large amount of what appeared to be overburden on lat 9, Mr. Parker stated that it had been dumped there by the lessee of the adjoining lot. Mr. Labahn was requested to look into this. Mr. Parker requests a 50 year lease and would like to start by October lst. The paving will be done upon completion of the ramp project so that the levels will not differ. Mr. Brighton pointed out that the ramp project will not be completed until July of 1985 but elevations are available. Mr. Labahn stated that the airport manager has not had a chance to review the plans. Commissioner Bryson stated that airport committees have voiced concern on the helicopter versus fixed wing use of airports and their compatibilty and asked if administration had looked into this farther. Answer no. Commissioner Bryson stated that he would feel more comfortable if there was mare input on this subject. Commissioner Smalley requested more details on the storage of heli- copters, referencing the storage of material around Grizzly Aircraft. Mr. Parker promised that this would not become a junk yard. Commissioner Olesan asked the type of hellos, Mr. Parker stated that they would be the small models. MOTION: Commissioner Smalley moved to postpone decision on the lease appli- cation to be rescheduled for the next meeting (7/25), seconded by Commissioner Osborne. VOTE: There were no objections. c. Preliminary Plat PZ84-53: Mattfield S/D Add No. 1 The original subdivision was into 2 lots. This plat subdivides lot 2 into 3 lots. MOTION: Gommissivner Bryson moved approval of PZ84-53, seconded by Commissioner Smalley. VOTE: Motion passed unanimously. d. Preliminary Plat PZ84-54: Parsons S/D -Inlet Woods West Add. This plat represents the remaining half of the government lot within the city limits. PLANNING COMMISSION June 27, 1984 Page 7 MOTION: Commissioner Smalley moved approval of PZ84-54, seconded by Commis- sioner Oleson. VOTE: There were no objections. e. Preliminary Plat PZ84-43A: Parsons S!D - Inlet Woods Revised Jeff Labahn voiced concern aver one access point for potentially 212 lots plus. The Commission agreed, discussing other alternatives. MOTION: Commissioner Smalley moved approval of PZ84-43A, with inclusion of staff comments specifically regarding the need for more access, seconded by Commissioner Osborne VOTE: Motion passed unanimously. f. Preliminary Plat PZ84-56: FBO S/D No. 3 This is to be the HEA site. Administration is asked for exception to the 3-1 limitation. MOTION: Commissioner Bryson moved approval of PZ84-56 recommending granting of 3-1 exception, seconded by Commissioner Osborne. VOTE: Motion passed unanimously. g. Resolution PZ84-57: Setting Fees for Zoning Amendment Requests This would set the fees far rezoning at $200 which is compatible with Borough charges and appear to be adequate at this time. MOTION: Commissioner Bryson, seconded by Commissioner Osborne, moved approval of PZ84-57. VOTE: Motion passed unanimously. h. Discussion: Day Care Centers/Light Industrial Zone Jeff Labahn stated that the code appears to be working at this point and recommends retaining the intent of the zone. PLANNING COMMISSION June 27, 1984 Page 8 Mr. Doug Keating of ERA Property World came forward. Mr. Keating had submitted a letter requesting the Commission consider allowing day care centers in the light industrial zone, specifically, the building on Willow Street which was used for 'Scottish Flair', a shop for furniture. At this point the code only allows consideration of day care centers through conditional use in residential zones. pay care centers are a business and would fit in with the adjacent businesses on .Willow Street. Mr. Keating noted that this area is in transition and industrial no longer seems compatible, commercial is more appropriate. It was agreed that work needed to be done on the code both at intent and current zoning. No decision at this time. 8, PLANNING None 9. REPORTS a. Cit~Council ~ Councilman Wise recapped the improvements being done around the City. There were no questions. b. Borough Planning Commissioner Bryson noted that the Borough Planning Commission had reviewed the plats before the Commission. Kenai plats are currently about l0a of the entire plats coming before the Borough. c. Administration The zoning powers officially will change from the Borough to the City July 1st on schedule. The transfer has gone smoothly. The request for vacating a portion of A1iak had been denied by the City Planning Commission, the petitioners requested a reconsideration, but the Borough Planning Commission had taken action in the form of denial in the mean time. The request now goes before the City Council. Commissioner Smalley voiced concern over the campers coming into Kenai. Since the City is enforcing the ordinance which prohibits camping on City lands or private lands, bathroom facilities should be provided at some location, at least sanicans. PLANNING COMMISSION } June 27, 1984 Page 9 10. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD None 11. INFORMATION ITEMS No Questions, No Action 12. ADJOURNMENT There being no further .business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:15 p.m. Janet Loper Planning Secretary PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION ~d~~ ~' o ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ y a Chairman =Lee Lewis ~ ~ `( y -Phil Bryson ~ ~~ ~ '~ Richard Carrignen l~ Bob Oleson ~ ~~ \ Ozzie Osborne ~ ~ ~~ f Y II II ( Hal Smalley ~ ~ ~ ~ 1 ~ ~ ~ ` x Q Bill Zubek ~ ~,~ n ~ I `~' ( ` 7 I ~ ` TO DO ~ ~~~ - ~ ~~ ~ ~ ~ ~ -~~ ~~~ y ~ s ~~- ~,~...~~ c~~ ~~V~ ~~~ //// ~ a l l $~ ~v' ~v1 ~~ Chairman •Lee Lewis -Phil Bryson ~ Richard Carrignon Bob Oleson ~ ~ Ozzie Osborne Hal Smalley i Bill Zubek PLANNING & ZONING C MMISSION TO DO ,