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HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. PZ2010-13CITY OF KENAI PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. PZ10 -13 A RESOLUTION OF THE KENAI PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING KENAI CITY COUNCIL ADOPT UPDATED OWNERSHIP, ZONING AND LAND USE MAPS FOR THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE CITY OF KENAI. WHEREAS, The Kenai Peninsula Borough Ordinance 90 -31 delegated authority to the City of Kenai to make Land Use Amendments to the Comprehensive Plan; and, WHEREAS, Kenai Municipal Code requires the Commission to review the Comprehensive Plan on an annual basis; and, WHEREAS, The City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 2003; and, WHEREAS, Amendments to the Official Zoning Map require updates to the Zoning and Land Use Plan maps within the Comprehensive Plan; and, WHEREAS, the last update to the Zoning and Land Use Plan maps in the Comprehensive Plan occurred in June of 2008; and, WHEREAS, Amendments to the Official Zoning Map have occurred since June 2008 requiring an update to the Zoning and Land Use Plan maps within the Comprehensive Plan; and, WHEREAS, since 2003 the Land Ownership map within the Comprehensive Plan has not been updated; and, WHEREAS, the Land Ownership map within the Comprehensive Plan should be updated to show current land ownership in the City of Kenai. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends that the Kenai City Council update the City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan with adoption of the updated City of Kenai Land Ownership, Zoning, and Land Use Plan Maps as shown on Attachment A, Attachment B, Attachment C and Attachment D. Dated at Kenai, aska th j' day of June, 2010. Chairman: ATTEST: N- as N WU L O —J tt W Z h Q C) m co LL o oZ w 0 ,4- LJ N tt c-1 'a Q i 1 co 44 a CI 6 W A c CO 00 0 0 N N (r) CO (O CV L a) m co co C C a N v O .D H to a) o '3 a a) a) a a c 10 a) 2 -o O o L Q Q LL a) a) C C N N Q N (0 CO 03 CO O' O O O N N Y a) a) U a) U a) Z o Lo Z W o N O Wia U J ce a) 0 N a�- 0) O O N O a) a) C C CO a) a) 6) O N 0) 0) O O 0 O N N Q (I) M I-- us I No Action. Central Mixed Use Zone (CMU) Ongoing No Action has been taken. Administration has recommended against overlay zones. Several concepts were developed and are included in the 2007 Airport Supplemental Plan. No action has been taken to proceed with development of this area. Ongoing. In October 2007 $2 Million Bond was approved by Voters. No Action. Ongoing. 'ldafl 0111311 c al cv co :Er o N to c co 113 7 a S (53 I-- -J D U) W Targets area defined for city center development planning Promotes intensive mix of private and public activities, discourages inappropriate uses in city center More attractive city center Protects scenic views of Kenai River, Cook inlet, and Chigmit Mts. Defines City's vision for the property and strategy for development Protects long -term economic viability of Millennium Square property and city center A Coordinated private /public effort to revitalize city center Sets up a financing mechanism to fund a vital, year round, clean and safe city center More attractive environment for city center IMPLEMENTATION MEASURE City Center /Millennium Square Revise zoning code to create city center "overlay zone" Revise zoning code to create mixed use zone in city center Update beautification plan for city center Adopt "overlay zone" development standards Prepare Millennium Square Development Plan Continue planning and pursue funds for bluff stabilization Encourage establishment of a city center Business Improvement District (BID) Provide public amenities in city center Provide incentives such as tax abatement to foster private re- investment in city center D k2 2 a 2 co aas �If as 2G= {0 °5 z kk E+ 0 %E B p E 7§2[§ 8 m E 5 Eli m k t E f m 0) I as m k 7 Z. E a f m a D c) La 0- a Reviewed in 2006. Decision not to update at the time but to reconsider in the future. ad3 1 CIV31 V as E 75 Z'8d w 1r1uc1 1111uu1 vyuac Partner with native groups to insure that development plans respect the historical Ch4'ifi d4'f cifn A Incentives for redevelopment of this important city asset Facilitates private investment consistent with TSH District standards oo ADllOd 3 0 to Icu J�Ay� ,la ►�rrcrrr.� rIT,l4:��E>: CityCente.rlMillennium S quare k 2 E j S k� j a_ o_ 2§ am oc a) w o. 4... k 2 k 2 mo b� oe La 2 co 113 7. 2 z ]e 0 c j Review and update Townsite Historic District design standards cJ STATUS Pending Limited Commercial Zone /Updated KMC 14.25 Updated KMC 14.25 Pending Central Commercial, Limited Commercial, and Central Mixed Use Zones CC/LC/CMU Sulotiup I-: a. LU OD eel 11. CL Planning Dept Building Dept Planning Dept Building Dept RESULT Inclusion of standards to reserve open space and parklands in new subdivisions. Promotes infill of existing lots already served by city services. Retention of natural vegetation in new subdivisions. Encourages creative subdivision designs. Provides for opportunity to add flexible zoning standards such as overlay zoning and mixed use zoning. Promotes the siting and design of land uses that are in harmony and scale with surrounding uses Minimizes impact on established neighbor- hoods from incompatible, non residential uses Provides incentives to promote creative neighborhood design D Allows for residences near commercial amenities and services Encourages residential variety and options Provides for adequate affordable housing Ensures an adequate supply of land is available for future residential uses IMPLEMENTATION MEASURE RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS Subdivision and Zoning Code Revisions Review and update existing site design standards, landscaping and open space requirements Review and update zoning district standards and procedures Revise landscaping standards and require larger setbacks between incompatible uses (14.05, 14.25, 14.20, 14.24) Zoning Code, Land Use Table and Development Requirements Table Include standards for various housing types and densities Revise code to allow residential uses in the commercial areas Monitor types of residential development and rate of growth Support federal and state programs for affordable housing c� C No Action CMU /LC Zones Decision not to proceed with overlay zone. CMU zone established. •uoly ON Updated KMC 14.25 (Landscaping/Site Plans), KMC 14.24 (Development Requirements), KMC 14.20.250 (Off street Parking and Loading Requirements) •uolloy ON uoioy ON No Action. 'id3a oval Planning Dept. Finance Dept. Public Works. Planning Dept. Planning Dept. Planning Dept. Planning Dept. Promotes reuse and rehabilitation of vacant commercial buildings Makes private and public investment attractive. Encourages positive commercial design and safe and reinvestment Promotes safe and pedestrian- friendly, walkable commercial areas 9 Ensures adequate landscaping and buffering between commercial uses and the highway. Provides for denser development with more mixed -use development. Establishes more suitable parking standards given the dynamic nature of commercial development. Adds criteria to amendment procedures to address access, setbacks and potential conflicts Adds criteria to amendment procedures to address street standards, access and potential conflicts A Conserves industrial districts for industrial USES Protects industrial land base Updates industrial zoning district intent statements Minimizes impacts from new industrial uses and establishes standards that address light, noise, traffic, dust and other impacts In 1 zwO MAD l.Nl CA CO cl" 7 IVIIIIIRRNIRMAIIIIIMMIA111114 mercial Land Use I Tax incentives and Revision of Zoning and Development Requirements Standards for compatible uses in mixed use zones (7.05, 14.20, 14.24) City center overlay zone Street Improvements Pedestrian amenities Driveway entrances and access points (18.10.030, 18.10.050) Zoning Code, Commercial District Regulations Landscaping standards Bufferyard standards Setbacks, building heights, parking requirements (14.05, 14.25, 14.24) Amendment Procedures for rezoning areas for commercial uses (14.20.270) I Industrial Land Use Procedures for rezoning areas for industrial uses (14.20.270) Zoning Code, Industrial District Regulations (14.20.130, 14.20.140, 14.24) N z I- h- W No Action. Collaboration with Kenai Watershed Forum on viewing platform. Created one-way access for dock area and additional parking for dip net fishery. Ongoing. $2Million Dollar Bond Approved by voters. Ongoing. As areas are identified, boardwalks are being placed and fencing to discourage access to sensitive areas. Updated KMC 13.30.080 to protect areas from vehicle traffic. Draft prepared. Ongoing signage placed as needed. KMC 13.20.040 Trespass Ordinance Beautification Committee oversees city gardens and adopts gardens. Pending a3a ate, c 0 o P &Z, Public Works Clearer description of the intent of the zone and when and where the zone shall be applied. 9 Creation of high profile resident and visitor amenity with access and recreational improvements Preserves valuable public open space and scenic views. Supports Millennium Square development opportunities. Promotes public safety and minimizes the loss of lives and property. Retains hazard areas in their natural state. 9 Creates opportunity for creative, innovative design of properties. Promotes use of public open space and trail system. Promotes public safety and discourages use of unsafe access. Minimizes trespass issues across private property. Supplements public efforts to provide and maintain recreational areas. Creates a sense of pride in and "ownership" for local parks and streams. Coordinate program with other agencies. Promotes incorporation of natural features into subdivision design. Where appropriate, wetlands and drainage ways for natural functions and as open space can be acquired and/or protected. i r��r�l �s•i� yCn:7 u�m ■i7r= Tllq.i Natural. Setting i I Revise definition and application of the existing conservation zone district Re -open discussions with State on terms for joint establishment of Kenai River Gateway natural area Continue pursuing funds for bluff stabilization efforts. Identify and limit development in designated natural hazard areas I Develop map of public trails and open space Post points of safe public access Establish private volunteer programs like "develop -a- park "adopt -a- park", and "adopt -a- stream" i Subdivision standards revised to include provisions for open space in subdivision design or by acquisition U, Updated with 2003 Plan. Airport will be updating the master plan which will include a new noise study. No action has been taken on this recommendation. Administration recommends against notification unless mandated by code. No action taken. Administration recommends against overlay zoning and instead to rezone airport properties to zoning appropriate for airport use. Rezones are being processed as land is subdivided. Ongoing See above. ALP (Airport Layout Plan) updated and approved May '09. 2007 Airport Supplemental Plan. The master plan will be updated in 2010. •6uio6uO Being reviewed. Ordinance will be revised Airport has an AIP (Airport Improvement Plan) for airport properties. CL 03 EL Airport, P &Z Airport, P8Z Airport, Airport Commission Public Works Public Works Airport Commission RESULT Federal requirements satisfied Prevents or minimizes future land use conflicts Retains suitable parcels available for future public and private airport- related development. Minimizes future land use conflicts. Streamline zoning reviews Use of airport property compatible with Comprehensive Plan Plan conformity with expected uses Transportation improvements coordinated with development CIP and STIP are used to acquire needed transportation amenities bikeways, trails, pedestrian paths Improvements are in place at time new development impacts occur. Streets and blocks are connected in a pattern connecting neighborhoods to each other and to businesses Pedestrian features included in development. A coastal and bluff trail system is designed and constructed. CIP supports airport-related development bdV Edb gdd gi IMPLEMENTATION MEASURE Kenai Municipal Airport Update airport noise exposure map Send out direct mailing to property owners in noise exposure zone Revise zoning code to adopt an overlay zone: "airport-dependent development district" I Revise zoning of airport properties to comply with expected future uses P &Z review of proposed uses of airport property I Revise Airport Master Plan Land Use Plan Transportation Capital Improvements Program Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) Subdivision Code: Review process revised Design standards for rural and urban roads updated Functional Road Classification System developed Kenai Airport Master Plan CD (1) D a f/3 c. The City requires developers to extend water and sewer mains if necessary. Ongoing. No Action. No Action. No Action. No Action. No Action Ongoing. Central Mixed Use Zone /Properties Rezoned KSH Signage for Public Facilities Ongoing. •uo!pV ON 1dAa erf31 s )laoM 3 1Erind Public Works Planning Dept. Administration Parks and Recreation Parks and Recreation Parks and Recreation Public Works, P&Z &Tales ovin Senior Center Planning Dept. Infrastructure in place in conjunction with future development. GIP coordinated with infrastructure extensions. Existing fadlities are evaluated for deficiencies and improvements on a regular basis. New facilities address projected demand and meet level of service requirements. Supports working relationship with school district officials. New parks and recreation facilities are designed and located consistent with comprehensive plan goals and policies. Neighborhood park development is supported. Private public collaboration for the acquisition, development and maintenance of parks is encouraged and supported. Joint use of facilities results from coordination between City and KPB School District Residential and commercial uses in the City Center continue and expand. Tourism directed to City Center. B Millennium Square "ready" for development when time and project comes along. Senior citizen residential and other services expanded. Continued cooperation with Kenai Peninsula Borough Division of Emergency Management Adequate police, fire, and EMS services for Kenai residents. Minimized loss of life and property. City Center /Millennium Square becomes focused "area of opportunity" 9 Additional number of residential facilities for seniors. Senior services expanded Consolidate senior services with other organizations to insure that needs are met without duplication of services. A3flOd £dO 9dD 1 .TEASURE Community Facilities Sewer and Water Facilities Master Plan recommendations implemented. Subdivision Code (14.10) specifies when infrastructure to be constructed. Public Facilities designed and sited consistent with Comprehensive Plan goals Coordinated school site selection and facility design. Location and design criteria for new parks and recreation facilities added to Parks and Recreation Plan (14.25 Establish a system to support development, acquisition and maintenance with the private sector. City passes resolution supporting joint use. Coordinate infrastructure improvements with promotion of City Center and Millennium Square development. Zoning Code revisions to allow residential and commercial uses (14.20). Actively promote access to the city center using signage. Coordinated delivery of public safety services. City center continues as focus for senior services, activities, housing, and amenities.