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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-07-25 P&Z Minutes. A KENAI PLANNING ~ ZONING COMMISSION July 25, 1990 - 7:00 P.M. City Hall Council Chambers Phil Bryson, Chairman 1. ROLL CALL Present: Bryson, Glick, McComsey, Scott Absent: Bannock, Graveley, Smalley, Rehm (excused) 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Commissioner McComsey moved for approval of the agenda with addition of Item 7.d - Application for Home Occupation - Mary Lou Langley. Commissioner Glick seconded approval of agenda. VOTE: Motion passed by Unanimous Consent 3. PERSONS PRSSSNT SCHEDULED TO BE HBARD None 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Resolution 90-18: Rezone Portion of Section 32, T6N, R11W, S.M. Adjacent to F.B.O. Subdivision Kim Howard, Administrative Assistant, City of Kenai, gave a brief description of location of plat and reported that the City had asked for a zone change to Light Industrial (IL) due to a request to purchase the property on the preliminary plat described in item 7b on the agenda and the FAA's plans to put an antennae in this area. Commissioner Bryson asked if plat would provide for public access. Rim Howard said that public access would have to be provided before plat would be approved by the Kenai Peninsula Borough. MOTION: Commissioner McComsey moved approval of Rezone, seconded by Commissioner Glick. VOTE: Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - June 27, 1990 MOTION: Commissioner McComsey moved approval of the minutes as presented, seconded by Commissioner Glick. VOTE: Motion passed by Unanimous Consent l KENAI PLANNING ~ ZONING COMMISSION July 25, 1990 Page 2 6. OLD BUSINESS None 7. NEW BUSINESS a. Application for Lease, Lots 10, 11,12 & 13, Block 1 Cook Inlet Industrial Air Park MOTION: Commissioner McComsey moved for approval of Application for Lease. Commissioner Glick seconded. Rim Howard, Administrative Assistant, City of Renai, explained that this lease had been in effect for several years but expired June 30th, 1990. Grace Drilling Company was requesting a five year lease renewal. ~ Commissioner Scott asked if the use would remain the same as in the past. Kim Howard said yes. VOTE: Motion passed by roll call vote. b. Resolution 90-21: Preliminary Plat F.B.O. Subdivision #4 MOTION: Commissioner Glick moved to approve Resolution 90-21. Commissioner McComsey seconded. Kim Howard explained that this Preliminary Plat was only a part of the parcel which was Rezoned in 4.a. It is just the portion that Rline would like to purchase. Commissioner McComsey asked if there would be public access to lot. Rim Howard noted the remarks by the City Engineer, "Before the final plat is filed, one of the rear property lines of lots 3-6 will be eliminated to provide access to Lot 9." VOTE: Motion passed by Roll Call Vote. !. KSNAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION July 25, 1990 Page 3 c. Application for Conditional Use Permit to Extract Surface Minerals - Michael J. Pelch MOTION: Cammissioner McComsey moved for approval of Canditional Use Permit for SE 1/2, NE 1/4, SE 1/4, Section 2 R11W, T5W, S.M. Commissioner Glick seconded. Commissioner McComsey then amended motion to include the City Engineers comments which were: 1. The site plan should be somewhat more detailed as to existing conditions versus conditions after reclamation of the pit. 2. The principal access points are not shown clearly. I recommend that no access be permitted on South Ames. 3. The applicant proposes not to provide or leave any natural screening according to RMC 14.20.154. Commissioner McComsey made a seconded amendment to motion to recommend that Pelch donate reclaimed land to City for a ball park, as previously proposed by applicant. Second concurred with both amendments. Commissioner Bryson pointed out to Commission members that the application was in the review process at this meeting and that such items would be addressed at the next meeting when the Public Hearing was held. Commissioner Scott asked if the water table testing, which was previously done in 1984, would be sufficient for the current application. She asked if Commission should require new test. She noted concerns over water table when Foster's sought to develop land in the surrounding area. Commissioner Bryson felt that the information should be current. Commissioner McComsey said he felt the water table would not effect supplies which would be utilized for homes. Commissioner McComsey was concerned about the screening required for the area and recommended that that subject be addressed at the Public Hearing. VOTE: Passed unanimously by Roll Call Vote. KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION July 25, 1990 Page 4 d. Application for Home Occupation - Mary Lou Langley - Sungate Park Subdivision Commissioner McComsey asked if the business would create a traffic problem in the area. Mrs. Langley explained that her business was manufacturing of novelty candles and consisted of mostly home parties and dealing with stores in the area. She said she only had a couple of customers in her home per week. Commissioner Bryson noted that the application section "Desired Length of Permit" stated "as long as possible." He recommended that Commission propose length of application. Commissioner McComsey asked if the permit moved with the home owner if the owner moved. Commissioner Bryson said that if the permit holder moved the permit would be terminated and also if she discontinued that current business the permit would terminate. MOTION: Commissioner McComsey moved to approve Application for manufacturing of novelty candles with termination of application as stated above. Commissioner Glick seconded. VOTE: Passed unanimously. 8. PLANNING None 9. REPORTS a. City Council None. b. Borough Planning Commissioner Bryson reported that the Petition to vacate portion of Homer East End Road had died on a 3/3 vote. The Borough continues to negotiate this issue with the Russian villagers in that area. He also reported that the Proposed Septage Disposal Facility had been turned down under the Borough's Noxious, Injurious or Hazardous Ordinance. The applicant has appealed this decision. KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION j July 25, 1990 Page 5 c. City Administration None. 10. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED None 11. INFORMATION ITEMS a. Letter of Appointment of New Commission Member - Kathy SCOtt b. City Council Agenda - June 11, 1990 c. Kenai Peninsula Borough Agenda - July 2nd & 16th 12. COMMISSION GOMMRNTS ~ OUSSTIONS ~ Commissioner Scott thought the Commission should consider a time frame for development of the Pelch property into a City park and address access options, including bike paths, etc. Commissioner Scott also thanked Commission members for the opportunity to serve the City of Renai on the Planning and Zoning Commission. 13. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, ,e,,, Loretta E. Harvey ~--_ Transcribing Secretary *Please note that the tape of this meeting is not available due to mechanical difficulties. . 'gym . KSNAI PLANNING Sr ZONING COMMISSION July 25, 1990 - 7:00 P.M. ~} City Hall Council Chambers Phil Bryson, Chairman 1. ROLL CALL Present: Bryson, Glick, McComsey, Scott Absent: Bannock, Graveley, Smalley, Rehm (excused) 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Commissioner McComsey moved for approval of the agenda with addition of Item 7.d - Application for Home Occupation - Mary Lou Langley. Commissioner Glick seconded approval of agenda. VOTE: Motion passed by Unanimous Consent 3. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD None 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS `.,~~ a. Resolution 90-18: Rezone Portion of Section 32, T6N, R11W, S.M. Adjacent to F.B.O. Subdivision Rim Howard, Administrative Assistant, City of Renai, gave a brief description of location of plat and reported that the City had asked for a zone change to Light Industrial (IL) due to a request to purchase the property on the preliminary plat described in item 7b on the agenda and the FAA's plans to put an antennae in this area. Commissioner Bryson asked if plat would provide for public access. Kim Howard said that public access would have to be provided before plat would be approved by the Kenai Peninsula Borough. MOTION: Commissioner McComsey moved approval of Rezone, seconded by Commissioner Glick. VOTE: Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - June 27, 1990 MOTION: Commissioner McComsey moved approval of the minutes as presented, seconded by Commissioner Glick. v VOTE: Motion passed by Unanimous Consent KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION July 25, 1990 Page 2 6. OLD BUSINESS None 7. NEW BUSINESS a. Application for Lease, Lots 10, 11,12 & 13, Block 1 Cook Inlet Industrial Air Park MOTION: Commissioner McComsey moved for approval of Application for Lease. Commissioner Glick seconded. Rim Howard, Administrative Assistant, City of Kenai, explained that this lease had been in effect for several years but expired June 30th, 1990. Grace Drilling Company was requesting a five year lease renewal. Commissioner Scott asked if the use would remain the same as in the past. Kim Howard said yes. VOTE: Motion passed by roll call vote. b. Resolution 90-21: Preliminary Plat F.B.O. Subdivision #4 MOTION: Commissioner Glick moved to approve Resolution 90-21. Commissioner McComsey seconded. Kim Howard explained that this Preliminary Plat was only a part of the parcel which was Rezoned in 4.a. It is just the portion that Kline would like to purchase. Commissioner McComsey asked if there would be public access to lot. Kim Howard noted the remarks by the City Engineer, "Before the final plat is filed, one of the rear property lines of lots 3-6 will be eliminated to provide access to Lot 9." VOTE: Motion passed by Roll Call Vote. .. 3 , KENAI PLANNING ~ ZONING COMMISSION July 25, 1990 Page 3 c. Application for Conditional Use Permit to Extract Surface Minerals - Michael J. Pelch MOTION: Commissioner McComsey moved for approval of Conditional Use Permit for SE 1/2, NE 1/4, SE 1/4, Section 2 R11W, T5W, S.M. Commissioner Glick seconded. Commissioner McComsey then amended motion to include the City Engineers comments which were: 1. The site plan should be somewhat more detailed as to existing conditions versus conditions after reclamation of the pit. 2. The principal access points are not shown clearly. I recommend that no access be permitted on South Ames. 3. The applicant proposes not to provide or leave any natural screening according to RMC 14.20.154. Commissioner McComsey made a seconded amendment to motion to recommend that Pelch donate reclaimed land to City for a ball park, as previously proposed by applicant. Second concurred with both amendments. Commissioner Bryson pointed out to Commission members that the application was in the review process at this meeting and that such items would be addressed at the next meeting when the Public Hearing was held. Commissioner Scott asked if the water table testing, which was previously done in 1984, would be sufficient for the current application. She asked if Commission should require new test. She noted concerns over water table when Foster's sought to develop land in the surrounding area. Commissioner Bryson felt that the information should be current. Commissioner McComsey said he felt the water table would not effect supplies which would be utilized for homes. Commissioner McComsey was concerned about the screening required for the area and recommended that that subject be addressed at the Public Hearing. VOTE: Passed unanimously by Roll Call Vote. f RENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION July 25, 1990 Page 4 d. Application for Home Occupation - Mary Lou Langley - Sungate Park Subdivision Commissioner McComsey asked if the business would create a traffic problem in the area. Mrs. Langley explained that her business was manufacturing of novelty candles and consisted of mostly home parties and dealing with stores in the area. She said she only had a couple of customers in her home per week. Commissioner Bryson noted that the application section "Desired Length of Permit" stated "as long as possible." He recommended that Commission propose length of application. Commissioner McComsey asked if the permit moved with the home owner if the owner moved. Commissioner Bryson said that if the permit holder moved the permit would be terminated and also if she discontinued that current business the permit would terminate. MOTION: Commissioner McComsey moved to approve Application for manufacturing of novelty candles with termination of application as stated above. Commissioner Glick seconded. VOTE: Passed unanimously. 8. PLANNING None 9. REPORTS a. City Council None. b. Borough Planning Commissioner Bryson reported that the Petition to vacate portion of Homer East End Road had died on a 3/3 vote. The Borough continues to mediate this issue between Russian villagers and other users. He also reported that the Proposed Septage Disposal Facility had been determined to fall within the Borough's Noxious, Injurious or Hazardous Ordinance. The applicant has appealed this decision. KENAI PLANNING ~ ZONING COMMISSION July 25, 1990 Page 5 c. Citv Administration None. 10. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED None 11. INFORMATION ITEMS a. Letter of Appointment of New Commission Member - Kathy Scott b. City Council Agenda - June 11, 1990 c. Kenai Peninsula Borough Agenda - July 2nd & 16th 12. COMMISSION COMMENTS ~ QUESTIONS Commissioner Scott thought the Commission should consider a time frame for development of the Pelch property into a City park and address access options, including bike paths, etc. Commissioner Scott also thanked Commission members for the opportunity to serve the City of Kenai on the Planning and Zoning Commission. 13. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, ' /,/ ~2 Loretta E. Harvey Transcribing Secretary *Please note that the tape of this meeting is not available due to mechanical difficulties.