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Home My WebLink About2007-12-12 Planning & Zoning MinutesCITY OF KENAI PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS DECEMBER I2, 2007 7:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER: a. Roll Call b. Agenda Approval c. Consent Agenda d. Excused Absences 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 no 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 pa~•t of the General Orders. 2. xAPPROVAL OF MINUTES: a. *November 14, 2007 3. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT: (10 minutes} 4. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS: a. PZ07-61 -- Preliminary Plat -Kenai Well Subdivision - A resubdivisian of Tract "A", ASLS No. 2005-7. Plat submitted by Integrity Surveys, S 195 Kenai Spur Highway, Kenai, Alaska. h. PZ07-65 -~- Preliminary Plat -Baron Park 2008 Replat -Creating Tract lA & Outlots 1-4. A resubdivision of Tract 1, Baron Park 2005 Replat. Plat submitted by City of Kenai, 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska. 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS: a. PZ07-24 - A resolution of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Kenai, Alaska, recommending to the Council that KMC 14.20.200 {Accessory Structures) be amended by adding a section restricting the use of connex-type metal shipping containers for storage in the central commercial and residential zones. b. PZ07-62 - An application for a Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Unit Residential Development for the property known as The Lake at Kenai (Preliminary Plat) -Lot 2, Michael J. Pelch Homestead Jr. Addition; Portion of Gov't Lot 5; Lot 2 Caro Subdivision; and, Parcel per Deed 60 @ 286 as per South Ames Road Dedication KN860138 {1001 Angler Drive, 850, 400 & 920 Ames Road). Application submitted by Gary, lack & Steve Foster dba Angler Enterprises, P.O. Box 2505, Kenai, Alaska. c. PZ07-63 - An application for an encroachment permit a .3-foot front yard encroachment and a 1.2-foot rear yard encroachment for a single family dwelling for the property known as Lot 13, Block 13, Inlet Woods Subdivision Part One (1112 Inlet Woods Drive}. Application submitted by Admundsen Educational Center, P.O. Box 4006, Soldotna, Alaska: 6. OLD BUSINESS: 9. NEW BUSINESS: S, PENDING ITEMS: a. PZ07-25 - A Resolution of the Planning And Zoning Commission of the City Of Kenai, Alaska, recommending to the Council to enact KMC 9.10.015 reoluiring dumpsters to be screened on at 10ast three sides. (Postponed 7/I 1/07 - no time certain.) 9. REPORTS: a. City Council b. Borough Planning c. Administration 14. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED: (3 minutes) ll. INFORMATION ITEMS: a. Zoning Bulletin (11/1/07 & 11/15/07) b. 2008 Meeting Schedule 12. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS: 13. ADJOURNMENT: CITY OF KENAI PLANNING 8v ZONING COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS DECEMBER 1.2, 2007 7:00 P.M. CHAIR JEFF TWAIT, PRESIDING MEETING SUMMARY ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER Chair Twait called the xneeting to order at approximately 7:00 p.m. 1-a. Roll Call Roll was confirmed as follows: Commissioners present: J. Twait, P. Bryson, T. Lewis, T.Wisniewski, R. Wells (arrived at approximately 8:00 p.m.) Commissioners absent: A. Baldwin, S. Romain (both excused) Others present: City Planner M. Kebschull, Administrative Assistant N. Carver, Council Member R. Ross A quorum was present. 1-b. Agenda Approval Commissioner Lewis noted the following: ADD TO: Item 1-d, Excused Absences • Scott Rarnain • Arlette Baldwin Item 4-a, Baron Park 2008 Replat (X Xx,].7"~ Item 5-b, PZ07-62 Comments received via email • Rusty Huff, received 12 / 10 • Greg Davis, received 12/ 10 • MJ Loveland & Ron Rogalsky, received 12/ 11 • Rusty Huff, received 12/ 11 • Gary 8a Kathleen Foster, received 12 / 11 • Rusty Huff, received 12/ 11 • Richard Bucy, received 12 / 12 • Jim Richardson, received 12 / 12 Area property ownership map Reclamation Plan from 1984 Conditional Use Permit Item 11-c, Information items • Planning & Zoning Commission Roster MOTION: Commissioner Lewis MOVED to approve the agenda including the laydown items listed at the beginning of the meeting. Commissioner Bryson SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. 1-c. Consent Agenda MOTION: Commissioner Bryson MOVED to approve the consent agenda as presented and Commissioner Lewis SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. 1-d. *Excused Absences Scott Romain (added at beginning of meeting) Arlette Baldwin. (added at beginning of meeting) Approved by consent agenda. Consent Agenda *A11 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 no 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. ITEM 2: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- November 14, 2007 Approved by consent agenda. ITEM 3: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT -- None ITEM 4: CONSIDERATION OF PLATS 4-a. PZ07-6Y -Preliminary Plat -Kenai Well Subdivision - A resubdivisian of Tract "A", ASLS No. 2005-7. Plat submitted by Integrity Surveys, 8195 Kenai Spur Highway, Kenai, Alaska. Kebschull reviewed the information included in the packet, noting this would begin the process of purchasing the well house property from the Borough. Twait read the rules for public comment and opened the hearing. There being no comments, the public hearing was closed. MOTION: PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER i2, 2007 PAGE 2 Commissioner Bryson MOVED to approve PZ07-61, incorporating staff recommendations. Commissioner Wisniewski SECONDED the motion. VOTE: Twait YES B son YES Baldwin EXCUSED Lewis YES Wisniewski YES Romain EXCUSED Wells ABSENT MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 4-b. PZ07-65 -Preliminary Plat -Baron Park 2008 Replat -Creating Tract 1.A & Outlots 1-4. A resubdivisian of Tract 1, Baron Park 2005 Replat. Plat submitted by City of Kenai, 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska. Kebschull reviewed the staff report included in the packet. Twait opened the meeting to public hearing. There being no comments, the public hearing was closed. MOTION: Commissioner Lewis MOVED to approve PZ07-65, incorporating staff recommendations. Commissioner Bryson SECONDED the motion. Commissioner questions included whether ar not there would be a vacation of Magic Avenue. Kebschull indicated there would not be a vacation at this time. VOTE: Twait YES B son YES Baldwin EXCUSED Lewis YES Wisniewski YES Rornain EXCUSED Wells Absent MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. ITEM 5: PUBLIC HEARINGS 5-a. PZ07-24 - A resolution of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Kenai, Alaska, recozxzm.ending to the Council that KMC 1~F.20.200 (Accessary Structures) be amended by adding a section restricting the use of connex-type metal shipping containers for storage in the central commercial and residential zones. Kebschull reviewed the staff report included in the packet, noting all structures over 120 square feet would need a building permit; there had been numerous work sessions held on the issue; and, it would not grandfather in any existing connexes, which would have one year to comply. PLANNING 8v ZONING COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 12, 2007 PAGE 3 Twait opened the meeting to public hearing. There being no comments, the public hearing was closed. MOTION: Commissioner Lewis MOVED to approve PZ07-24 and Commissioner Wisniewski SECONDED the motion. Commissioner comments included: Concerns connexes under 120 square feet had no requirements for siding, etc. MOTION TO POSTPONE: Commissioner Bryson MOVED to postpone PZ07~24 until brought back by staff. Commissioner Lewis SECONDED the motion. VOTE: Twait YES B son YES Baldwin EXCUSED Lewis YES Wisniewski YES Romain EXCUSED We1is ABSENT MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. A break was requested in order for Commissioners to read additional information provided at the beginning of the zxxeeting regarding PZ07-62. BREAK TAKEN: 7:15 P.M. BACK TO ORDER: 7:25 P.M. 5-b. PZ07-62 - An application for a Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Unit Residential Development for the property known as The Lake at Kenai (Preliminary Plat) -Lot 2, Michael J. Pelch Homestead Jr. Addition; Portion of Gov't Lot 5; Lot 2 Caro Subdivision; and, Parcel per Deed 60 @ 286 as per South Ames Road Dedication KN860138 (1001 Angler Drive, 850, 900 8v 920 Arnes Road). Application submitted by Gary, Jack 8v Steve Foster dba Angler Enterprises, P.O. Box 2505, Kenai, Alaska. Kebschull reviewed the information provided in the packet and the additional laydowns provided at the beginning of the meeting. Twait opened the meeting to public comment. PLANNING 8~ ZONING COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 12, 200'7 PAGE 4 Kathleen Foster, Land Owner -- Spoke in support of the project, noting there would be a nine-hole golf course and high-end residences in an area they could be proud to live in. Gary Foster, Land Owner -~ Spoke in support of the project, noting the buildings within the site would have the same codes and restrictions as homes in the surrounding area; the homeowners' association would cover road maintenance, yard maintenance, snow removal, etc.; and, there would be no power boats, float planes or jet skis allowed on the lake. He also noted the level of the lake rises and lowers and is fed by springs and a small creek. Steve Foster, Land Owner -- Spoke in support of the project, noting the Planned Unit Development would control wells and septics in the area but would still have to meet all codes and regulations. A community well and septic was an option, but they were not interested in pursuing it at this time. Rusty Huf, 765 Ames Road -- Spoke against the project, noting Arnes Road was 75 feet from the lake; he believed the lot was too small for the number of homes planned; and, he had an issue with new owners applying for conditional use permits. Nick Miller, Ames Road -- State his concern about water draining into Beaver Creek and suggested a water study be done annually. Bi11 Bryant, 925 Ames Road -- Stated his concern with access to the area. Commissioner Wells arrived at approximately 8:00 p.rn. Cliff Baker, Yntegrity Surveys -- Noted the golf course would be a par three executive course, small but tough; reclamation of the gravel pit would increase surrounding property values; the main access would be off Angler Drive; and, all DEC codes would have to be met. Baker also noted a "declaration" covered the square footage and height of the building in addition to the areas with wells and septics. Henry Knaekstedt, 1602 Bambara Drive -- Spoke in support of the development, Hating the borough required 20,000 square feet per lot, and the plan met that requirement. Kristine Schmidt, 513 Ash Avenue -- Suggested waiting for the declaration and a more complete plan before approval. Nathan Bird, Liberty Lane -- Spoke in support of the project, noting the commission must have confidence in the builders to meet all requirements. Rusty Huf, 765 Ames Road (returned) -- Requested more inforxxa.ation before the Commission approved the project. PLANNING 8~ ZONING COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 12, 2007 PAGE 5 There being no further comments, the public hearing was closed. MOTION: Commissioner Bryson MOVED to approve PZ07-62 incorporating staff recommendations. Commissioner Wisniewski SECONDED the motion. Commission asked when the declaration would be received and Kathleen Foster noted they were working with an attorney in Anchorage, waiting an information regarding covenants and restrictions. Kebschull noted a declaration only needed to be on file prior to the sale of any unit. Commissioner comments included: • There were safeguards within the statutes that would help with enforcement of restrictions and covenants. • The area was seen as being very high end. VOTE: Twait YES B son YES Baldwin EXCUSED Lewis NO Wisniewski YES Romain EXCUSED Wells YES MOTION PASSED. BREAK TAKEN: 8:40 P.M. BACK TO ORDER: 8:45 P.M. 5-c. PZ07-63 - An application for an encroachment permit a .3-foot front yard encroachment and a 1.2-foot rear yard encroachment for a single family dwelling for the property known as Lot 13, Block 13, Inlet Woods Subdivision Part One (1112 Inlet Woods Drive). Application submitted by Admundsen Educational Center, P.O. Box 4006, Soldotna, Alaska. Kebschull reviewed the staff report included in the packet. Twait opened the meeting to public hearing. There being no comments, the public hearing was closed. MOTION: Commissioner Wells MOVED to approve PZ07-63 and Commissioner Wisniewski SECONDED the motion. VOTE: Twait YES B son YES Baldwin EXCUSED PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 12, 2007 PAGE 6 Lewis YES Wisniewski YES Romain EXCUSED Wells YES MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. ITEM 6: OLD BUSINESS -- None ITEM 7: NEW BUSINESS -- None ITEM 8: PENDING ITEMS 8-a. PZ07-25 - A Resolution of the Planning And Zoning Commission of the City Of Kenai, Alaska, recommending to the Council to enact. KMC 9.10.015 requiring dumpsters to be screened on at least three sides. (Postponed 7/ 11 /07 - no time certain.) ITEM 9 • REPORTS 9-a. City Council -- Council Member Ross reviewed the action agendas from the November City Council meetings which were included in the packet. 9-b. Borough Planning -- Bryson reviewed the agenda from the December 10, .2007 Borough Planning meeting which was included in the packet. 9»c. Administration -- Kebschull suggested a work session on the connex issue be scheduled for after the January 23, 2008 meeting. She noted the Preservation Plan was approved by the City Council and would be filed at the Office of History and Archaeology in Anchorage. ITEM 10: PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED -- None ITEM 11: INFORMATION ITEMS 11-a. Zoning Bulletin (11 / 1 / 07 8v 11 / 15 / 07) 11-b. 2008 Meeting Schedule ITEM i2: COMMISSION COMMENTS & UESTIONS Lewis -- Noted he would not be at the January 9 meeting. Wisniewski -- None Wells -- Apologized for being late, noting travel problems from Anchorage due to fog. Bryson -- None PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 12, 2007 PAGE 7 ITEM 13• MOTION: Comrz~issioner Wells MOVED to adjourn and Commissioner Bryson SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:05 p.m. Minutes prepared and submitted by: ~~~ ~~U Corene Hall, Deputy City Clerk PLANNING 8v ZONING COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER 12, 2007 PAGE 8