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Home My WebLink About2003-10-22 Planning & Zoning MinutesCITY OF KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS October 22, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER: a. Roll Call b. Agenda Approval c. Consent Agenda *All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non-controversial by the Commission and will be approved by one motion. There will be na separate discussion of these items unless a Commission Member so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda as part of the General Orders. Z. *APPROVAL OF MINUTES: a. *October 8, 2003 3. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT: 4. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS: S. PUBLIC HEARINGS: a. PZ03-43 - An application for a Conditional Use Permit for the following uses: Hotel/Motel, Restaurant, Bar, Food Vendors, Bakery, Theatre/Commercial Recreation, and Recreational Vehicle Park. The application is for the property known as Government Lot 9 in Section 8 and Government Lots 11 and 12 in Section 17 excluding there from that portion as per easement 183 @ 450 (2101 Bowpicker Lane}, Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Steve Agni and Jon Faulkner, 4786 Homer Spit Road, Hamer, Alaska. 6. OLD BUSINESS: a. Comprehensive Plan -Discussion of Public Comments b. November 26 and December 24, 2003 Meeting Cancellation 7. NEW BUSINESS: a. Certified Local Government Guidelines -Discussion b. Lease Application, 20120 International, Inc. and John C. & Marie L. Parker, Individually -- Lots 5 & 6, Block 1, F.B.Q. Subdivision - Discussion/Recommendation c. Lease Application, Division ofForestry -Lot 4, F.B.O. Subdivision No. 7 Discussian/Recommendation 8. PENDING ITEMS: 9. CODE ENFORCEMENT: 10. REPORTS: a. City Council b. Borough Planning c. Administration 11. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED: 12. INFORMATION ITEMS: a. Zoning Bulletin -September 25, 2003 b. Board of Adjustment decision "In The Matter of The Appeal By Nancy Henricksen of the Modification of Her Conditional Use Permit" -Dated October 14, 2003 c. KPB Comprehensive Plan Update 13. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS: 14, ADJOURNMENT: CITY OF KENAI PLANNING 8a ZONING COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS OCTOBER 22, 2003 - 7:00 P.M. CHAIR RON GOECKE, PRESIDING MINUTES ITEM l: CALL TO ORDER Chairman Goecke called the meeting to order at 7;00 p.m. 1-a. Roll Call Members Present; Barrett, Eldridge, Amen, Glick, Goecke, Bryson Members Absent: Hammelman Others Present: Councilman Ross, City Planner Kebschull, Contract Secretary Roper i-b. Agenda Approval MOTION: Commissioner Glick MOVED to approve the agenda adding the information provided prior to the meeting and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Commissioner Eldridge SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. 1-c. Consent Agenda MOTION: Commissioner Amen MOVED to approve the Consent Agenda and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Commissioner Eldridge SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 2: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- October 8, 2003 Approved by consent agenda. ITEM 3: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT -- None ITEM 4: CONSIDERATION OF PLATS -- None ITEM 5: PUBLIC HEARINGS 5-a. PZ03-43 - An application for a Conditional Use Permit far the following uses: Hotel/Motel, Restaurant, Bar, Food Vendors, Bakery, Theatre/Commercial Recreation, and Recreational Vehicle Park. The application is for the property known as Government Lot 9 in Section 8 and Government Lots 11 and 12 in Section 17 excluding there from that portion as per easement 183 @ 450 (2101 Bowpicker Lane, Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Steve Agri and Jon Faulkner, 4786 Horner Spit Road, Horner, Alaska. MOTYON: Commissioner Eldridge MOVED to approve PZ03-43 and Commissioner Glick SECONDED the motion. Chairman Goecke opened the public hearing and announced that photos and artist renditions of the project were available for review. Jack Alexander, Kenai, Alaska -- Mr. Alexander indicated he had no problem with the conditional use permit but expressed concern with the curvature of the road. Alexander reported there had been at least four rollover accidents in that area since he and his wife had moved to the area and was concerned increased traffic will result in more accidents. Alexander stated the property at the curve is going to be built on and suggested the City, Borough or the applicants consider purchasing the lot to keep it vacant far safety purposes. Steve Agri, Anchorage, Alaska -- Mr. Agni introduced himself as one of the two partners in the project and provided a brief explanation of their plans for Ward's Cove and their desire to maintain the historic elements of the property. Commissioner Barrett asked how Angi felt about the concern with the road. Agni stated he was not familiar with the road and thought signage may be appropriate. Agni stated they would be in contact with the Borough. Commissioner Amen asked what three major steps were taken to protect the river. Agni replied, his partner, Jon Faulkner, had met with the appropriate agencies and they will be involved. Agni continued, there were no plans for bluff excavation and they would protect the wetlands. Commissioner Eldridge asked about the repair and maintenance of the existing dock. Agni stated they want river access and will focus more on access for those who are less ambulatory. Agni added, they would provide river access but have no plans to expand what is already in place. Eldridge asked about a waterfront restaurant and Faulkner stated the project was scaled to what is more realistic, but there is room in the future for a waterfront restaurant. Agri added, the site offers a lot of opportunity and the project consists of a one-year, three-year and long-term plan. Agni stated they hope to have the lodging unit done by spring to accommodate 30 to 50 people. PLANNING 8s ZONING COMMISSION MEETING OCTOBER 22, 2003 PAGE 2 Barrett asked about ahaul-out for power or drift boats. Faulkner indicated there were no plans for a launch at this time due to the tidewaters. Additionally, a permit is required and no effort had been made to obtain one at this time. After review of the photos and renditions, Barrett asked about the landscaping plans. Faulkner stated they were very pleased with the renditions and the landscaping that is shown. Barrett asked about the exterior of the buildings and Faulkner stated painting was definitely needed but the metal walls and roofs would stay. Faulkner added, the wooden structures would require insulation as they will be used year-round and the original windows will remain. Faulkner reiterated their desire to maintain the historic integrity of the buildings. It was noted the property was not on the historic register. Barrett asked if the names of the buildings would remain and Agni replied, they have no ownership to the names. Discussion ensued regarding a museum and Agni indicated it was their intention to display some of the historic equipment on site. Faulkner added they would pursue a Certified Local Government grant to catalog the assets that exist on site and would also look for assistance from the community to develop historic data. After the public hearing closed, Commissioner Bryson announced he would abstain as there was potential his firm would be hired to perform some work on the project. VOTE• Barrett Yes Hamrnelman Absent Eldrid e Yes Amen Yes Glick Yes Goecke Yes B son Abstain MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. Kebschull advised the public they had 15 days in order to file an appeal with the City Clerk on the decision. ITEM 6: OLD BUSINESS 6-a. Discussion -- Comprehensive Plan/Discussion of Public Comments Bryson recommended the Kenaitze Indian Tribe comments be forwarded to Planning for review to determine where their comments could be incorporated into the Comprehensive Plan. Kebschull noted the information was received at 1:00 p.m. on October 22 and after a quick review, it was apparent all could be incorporated in the Plan. She added, the City Council would be provided with the areas where the items PLANNING 8v ZONING COMMISSION MEETING OCTOBER 22, 2003 PAGE 3 could best be incorporated. After a general discussion Kebschull noted the Council had asked far input from all agencies prior to their approval. of the Plan. The Plan will be before Council for final approval at their November 5~ meeting. 6-b. Discussion -- November 2b and December 24, 2003 Meeting Cancellation Kebschull reported the November 26 and December 24, 2003 Planning and Zoning meetings have been cancelled. ITEM 7: NEW BUSINESS 7-a. Discussion -- Certified Local Government Guidelines Kebschull stated she reviewed the guidelines and they look fine. She added, after the dissolution of the Historic District Board, the Planning and Zoning Commission was given the responsibility for the reviewing and making recommendations on any applications far the historic district. Kebschull noted, there hasn't been any activity since the Historic Board dissolved. Amen asked how closely the grants are scrutinized once they are awarded. Kebschull explained her previous experience with the two grants the City was awarded. Kebschull noted the State Historic Preservation Office is unhappy with the City's inactiveness, however, the City does maintain the standards for being a Certified Local Government. Kebschull stated a grant was received to send her and her assistant to training in Anchorage next week. Kebschull will meet with the staff at that time and will provide a report to the Commission at the next meeting. 7-b. Discussion/Recommendation -- Lease Application, 20/20 International, Inc. and John C. 8~ Marie L. Parker, Individually -Lots 5 & 6, Block 1, F.B.O. Subdivision. Kebschull noted staff had nothing additional other than the use meets the criteria for both the zone and Comprehensive Plan. Commissioner Glick asked if the Airport Commission reviewed the application and Kebschull replied they did and recommended approval on October 9, 2003. MOTION• Commissioner Bryson MOVED to approve the 20/20 International lease application and Commissioner Glick SECONDED the motion. VOTE: Barrett Yes Hammelman Absent Eldrid e Yes PLANNING 8s ZONING COMMISSION MEETING OCTOBER 22, 2003 PAGE 4 Amen. Yes Glick Yes Goecke Yes B son Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-c. Discussion/Recommendation -- Lease Application., Division of Forestry -- Lot ~, F.B.O. Subdivision No. 7. MOTION: Commissioner Bryson MOVED to approve the lease application for the Division of Forestry. Commissioner Eldridge SECONDED the motion. Kebschull noted staff had nothing additional but pointed out this was a split zone issue. VOTE• Barrett Yes Hamrnelman Absent Eldrid e Yes Amen Yes Glick Yes Goecke Yes B son Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. ITEM 8: PENDING ITEMS -- None ITEM 9: CODE ENFORCEMENT -- None ITEM 10: REPORTS 10-a. City Council -- Council Member Ross provided a report based on action taken at the October 15, 2003 City Council meeting. 10-b. Borough Planning -- Commissioner Bryson provided a report based on action taken at the October 13, 2003 Borough Planning Commission meeting. 10-c. Administration -- Kebschull stated a rezone report would be provided at the next meeting. She also reported the Borough comprehensive plan meeting was not very well attended. ITEM li: PERSONS PRESENfi NOT SCHEDULED -- None ITEM 12: INFORMATION ITEMS PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING OCTOBER 22, 2003 PAGE 5 12-a. Zoning Bulletin _ September 25, 2003 12~b. Board of Adjustment decision "in The Matter of The Appeal By Nancy Henricksen of the Modification of Her Conditional Use Permit" -Dated October 14, 2003. 12-c. KPB Comprehensive Plan Update ITEM 13: COMMISSION COMMENTS 8a QUESTIONS Commissioner Barrett stated he felt this was a good meeting and he was happy to see people interested in investing in the community. Commissioner Eldridge was happy to see Ward's Cove rejuvenated. Chairman Goecke congratulated Council Member Ross on his appointment. ITEM 14: ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8 :25 p.m. Minutes recorded and transcribed by t. Barbara Roper, C ract Secretary PLANNING 8v ZONING COMMISSION MEETING OCTOBER 22, 2003 PAGE 6