HomeMy WebLinkAboutMEETING MINUTES - Valley Wide CO-OP - 1175 W Main - Final PlatCITY OF REXBURG
PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES
July 17, 2003
7:00 p.m.
Chairman: Winston Dyer
Members: Robert Schwartz
Mike Ricks
Steve McGary
Doug Smith - Excused
Jerry Hastings - Excused
Mary Haley
Jordan Dyer - Excused
David Stein
Joseph Laird
Randall Porter
P.F.C. John Millar
P & Z Administrator Kurt Hibbert
City Attorney Stephen Zollinger
City Clerk Blair D. Kay
Portions of the meeting were recorded.
ConsentAgenda: The consent agenda includes items which require formal Planning
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Commission members may ask that any specific item be removed from the consent agenda for
discussion in greater detail. Explanatory information is included in the Planning Commission's
agenda packet regarding these items.
a) Minutes from the July 03, 2003 meeting
Winston Dyer mentioned that Jerry Hastings asked to be excused from the meeting.
Randall Porter asked for a correction on page 7 of the July 03, 2003 minutes. He only indicated
medical buildings in his comment.
Randall Porter moved to approve the Consent Agenda; Mike Ricks seconded the motion;
all voted aye, none opposed. The motion carried.
Noncontroversial Items Added to A6enda: None
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Discussion on the reasons that the market place moved the market (customers) from a $500
rental to a $625 house payment. Ownership of property can be advantageous to the renter if the
rent approaches the same cost as a house payment.
Discussion on the need to have an applicant in attendance for requests that come before the
Planning Commission so that the applicant can present the proposal to the Commission.
Discussion on the number of people that can live in a townhouse.
Stephen Zollinger indicated that single family housing falls under the definition of a family.
Discussion on town homes being sold as single student housing. Discussion on the parking
requirements for apartments verses town homes.
Final Plat for Valley Wide Cooperative Subdivision No. IA- 12"' West and West Main Street
Kurt Rowland representing Dave Holtman of Valley Wide Coop indicated that they have
widened the road as requested next to Hwy 33 on the final plat. The lots adjacent to Hwy 33
face the interior street. Kurt mentioned the developer's desire to have buildings in the
subdivision that will match the Valley Wide Coop building.
The Commission reviewed the type of trees that would go into the buffered area on the south
boundary of the development. The property owners will be responsible for the leaves that fall
from the trees. Steve McGary recommended evergreen trees instead of a poplar tree for the
buffer zone on the south boundary by the canal.
Winston Byer reviewed the letter from Mr. Harris concerning the development.
Kurt Hibbert reviewed the requirement for a buffered area in the Zoning Ordinance page 32:
4.7 Fencing; and Screening Requirements.
Screening and fences within the City shall be constructed and maintained in conformance with
the following standards:
A. Screening Requirements.
1. Parking Areas. An effective buffer shall be provided between
parking areas for more than five (5) vehicles and existing
residential uses, schools, hospitals, nursing homes and other
institutions for long-term human care. The buffer shall consist of a
minimum of four (4) foot -landscaped strip to be planted with shade
trees and low shrubs, and/or a suitable fence otherwise in
compliance with this ordinance of sufficient height and density to
screen the two parcels, as specified by the Planning and Zoning
Commission. (Amended the 20th day of October, 1993; Ordinance
No. 753)
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2. Commercial/Industrial Uses. Where a commercial or industrial use
adjoins uses, residential zones, or undeveloped land shown as residential
uses on the Comprehensive Plan, there shall be proved along the abutting property
line a yard equal in width to that required in the residential zone. The yard shall
be planted with a combination of shade trees, low shrubs, and ground cover,
and/or a suitable fence otherwise in compliance with this ordinance of sufficient
height and density to screen the two parcels, as specified by the Planning and
Zoning Commission." (Amended the 20th day of October, 1993; Ordinance No.
753.)
B. The maximum height of any fence, wall, or sight obscuring objects within fifteen (15)
feet of the public right-of-way shall be three feet. Fences would be allowed in excess of
three feet if constructed out of rigid materials and approved by Planning & Zoning with
50% or more see through per lineal foot and that they be between 3' to 6' high within 15
feet of the right-of-way. Fences shall not be greater 'in helght than eight (8) feet.
(Amended the 15'h day of April 1998; Ordinance No. 802)
3. High Density Residential Uses. Where a lot in the HDR or HKD2
district adjoins a lot in the LDR, LDR1, or MDR district or
unincorporated and designated as single family in the
Comprehensive Plan, a seven (7) foot wide landscaped buffer shall
be proved on said property line. The buffer shall consist of ground
cover and trees. The trees shall be planted at forty foot intervals.
When a public street is located between the front lot line of the
HDR zone and the single family zone, a landscaped buffer seven
(7) feet wide shall be constructed and maintained on the front lot
line. The buffer shall include trees and an understory of shrubs.
The landscaping shall be planned and maintained so as not to
violate Section 4-6 of this Ordinance.
4. Open storage area. Open storage area in HBD zone shall be screened from
view of the streets by structures or by a landscaped strip at least seven (7) feet in
width which may include a fence or wall.
5. Swimming Pools. Unenclosed swimming pools shall be surrounded by fences
at least five (5) feet in height. Any opening shall be equipped with self -enclosing
and self -latching devices.
6. Dog Runs. Dog runs shall be placed in rear yards only and shall be at least ten
(10) feet from any residence.
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7. Fence Requirements for Schools. Churches Universities Colleges Hospitals,
Nursing Homes. Citv and County. The height, location and placement of fences
by the foregoing entities may be altered, subject to prior written approval of the
Planning and Zoning Commission. However, sight triangles at any intersection
must be maintained pursuant to Section 4.6 of this Ordinance.
8. In HBD, CBD, NCD, and I zones, any fence higher than 36 inches cannot
extend beyond the line of the existing buildings. As long as there are no set -back
requirements for the building, then there shall be no set -back requirements for
fences. In any set -back area bordering a street, the fence cannot be higher than
36 inches within the designated set -back from the property line to the front of a
building.
A. Frontages. The maximum height of any fence, wall, or other sight
obscuring ovject within fifteen (15) feet ofLhe public right -of -way shall
be three (3) feet. Fences shall not be greater in height than eight (8) feet.
B. Floodplain. No fence shall be constructed in the floodway without the
approval of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
C. Barbed Wire and Electric Fences. Barbed wire and electric fences
shall not be erected or maintained within the City unless approved by the
Planning and Zoning Commission.
D. Maintenance. Fences shall be maintained in a good state of repair.
E. Compliance with Section 4-6. The height provisions of this
section on fences shall not be construed to permit any structure,
fence, wall, shrub, hedge, or sight obscuring object to exist in violation of
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Discussion on the requirement for a shading landscape and a fence in the buffered area.
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from unsightly conditions being allowed in the development.
Mary Haley recommended having a common fence for all of the lots on the south side of the
property.
Steve McGary discussed the need to have Commercial Design Standards for Commercial
Developments.
Discussion on the landscaping needed for the Hwy 33 corridor. Landscaping designs were
discussed.
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Randall Porter discussed the need for architectural requirements in the Hwy 33 corridor.
John Millar mentioned that there is about 200 feet on average between the canal bank and the
Widdison Addition.
David Stein moved to approve the Final Plat for Valley Wide Cooperative Subdivision No. 1
with the following conditions:
1) Adhere to existing buffer requirements in the Zoning Ordinance 725 on the south side of
the Subdivision.
2) Continuous 6 foot fence or evergreen trees that are at least 6 feet in height in three years
placed at a minimum of every thirty feet.
3) The buffer on the north and east need to have a landscaped six foot berm.
4) Design Standards for commercial development.
Joseph Laird seconded the motion; Discussion: Mary Haley requested a solid fence. David
amended his motion to include a solid fence. Joseph agreed with the change to the motion and
added his amended second to the motion. Winston Dyer asked if there is a need for a buffer next
to the on ramp to Hwy 20 on the east side of the development. Mike Ricks indicated that you are
up in the air about 26 feet on Hwy 20 looking down at the development. Question: All voted
aye as amended; none opposed. The motion carried.
Kurt Hibbert reviewed different buffering options that the Commission could add to the Zoning
Ordinance.
Final Plat for the Andrews Addition No. 2 — Casper Ave. off Pioneer Road - Schiess &
Associates (Kurtis Roland)
Kurt Rowland representing Mark Andrews — The developer dropped one lot from the original
proposal with some modifications to "rhe roads. Discussion on the drainage for the developlllent
that will go to a catch basin on the development. There will be an easement for the detension
pond.
Kurt Hibbert indicated that the name of Park Place is confusing with another street named Park
Street. He recommended a name change on this street.
The Commissioners discussed the drainage issues and the street name change.
Robert Schwartz moved to recommend the approval of the Final Plat for the Andrews
Addition No. 2 with the following conditions:
1) Upon the appropriate conclusion to drainage issues including the catch basin and the
easement for the detention pond.
2) Change the name of the street.
CTS COUNCIL MINUTES
CITY OF REXBURG
July 30, 2003
6:30 P.I'Vi.
STATE OF IDAHO )
County of Madison ) SS.
City of Rexburg )
Present were the following:
Mayor:
Council Members:
Financial Officer
P&Z Administrator:
City Clerk:
Public Works Director
City Attorney:
Pledge to the Flag
Mayor Bruce Sutherland
Glen Pond
Shawn Larsen
Marsha Bjornn
Paul Pugmire
Donna Benfield - Excused
Nyle Fullmer — Excused
Richard Horner
Kurt Hibbert
Blair D. Kay
John Millar
Stephen Zollinger
Consent Calendar: The consent calendar includes items which require formal
City Council action, however they are typicallyroutine or not ofgreat controversy.
hid=T='duar Cor 'ricdethers mayask fiat any specifc item he removed from the
consent calendar for discussion in greater detail. Explanatory information is
included in the City Council's agenda packet regarding these items.
a. Minutes from the July 02, 2003 meeting
b. Approve City of Rexburg bills
Paul Pugmire moved to approve the consent calendar; Glen Pond seconded the motion;
all voted aye, none opposed. The motion carried.
Preliminary Plat - Stonebridge Subdivision ision Phase II —East i m worth — T he Dyer Group
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Winston Dyer - 667 Summerwood - representing the Dyer Group reviewed the new Subdivision
on the overhead screen. Phase One has been approved by the City of Rexburg. Phase Two is
immediately south of the Phase One development. The area immediately west of this
development can also be served a pumping station on the west property line. Winston reviewed
the storm water drainage lines for the Subdivision. He mentioned that a public pathway could be
built along the river inside the high water line. The Planning and Zoning Commission approved
the greenways path if the Greenbelt Committee is supportive of the proposal. There are 149
homes planned for this subdivision.
Marsha Bjornn was concerned with the lack of green space for the Subdivision.
She recommended having walking paths and green space for the development.
Shawn Larsen reviewed the proposal and recommended waiting on a decision until the Green-
ways Committee has provided input into the decision. - -
Winston Dyer indicated that this is a Preliminary Plat and can be changed as needed to address
the City's concerns.
Paul Pugmire concurred with the discussion except he indicated that the final decision is up to
the City Council. He wants public access on the river.
Glen Pond moved to approve the Preliminary Plat for Stonebridge Subdivision Phase II based
on the Planning Commission's recommendation; Paul Pugmire seconded the motion.
Discussion: all voted aye, none opposed. The motion carried.
Final Plat — Legacy Town homes — 575 Casper Avenue — Forsgren & Associates, Inc.
Kurt Ribbert reviewed the Plat on the overhead screen. Phase One of the development has been
approved. Planning and Zoning recommended approval of this Plat. There are 19 Town Homes
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Shawn Larsen moved to approve Legacy Town homes Phase II per Planning and Zonings
recommendations; Glen Pond seconded the motion; all voted aye, none opposed.
The motion carried.
Final Plat — Valley Wide Cooperative Subdivision No. 1- 1175 West Main Street
Chris Park - Schiess & Associates - reviewed the final Plat for Valley Wide Coop on the
overhead screen.
Marsha Bjornn reviewed the need for a buffer on the property on the south side of the
development.
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Kurt Ribbert reviewed the requirement for a Commercial Development to buffer a residential
area. Vegetation or a fence buffer was discussed.
Chris Parr mentioned the buffer planned on the north with a curb and sidewalk. The south side
of the development will have a canal and trees for a buffer.
Shawn Larsen reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendation to have a 6 foot solid
fence and evergreen trees to buffer the south part of the development.
Glen Pond moved to table the request pending more information on the buffered area, Paul
Pugmire seconded the motion, all voted aye, none opposed. The motion to table carried.
Final Plat — Andrews Addition No. 2 — Casper Avenue off Pioneer Road - Schiess &
Associates (Kurtis Roland)
Chris Park reviewed the Final Plat for the Andrews Addition No. 2 on the overhead screen.
He commented on the name of Park Place for one of the streets. This name was rejected by the
Addressing Committee. Discussion on the need to find a new name for that street.
Paul Pugmire moved to approve the final Plat for Andrews Addition No. 2; Shawn Larsen
seconded the motion; all voted aye, none opposed. The motion carried.
Non Controversial Items Added to the Agenda:
Steve Meyers asked to waive all fees for the construction of a home in Hidden Valley Subdivision.
It is a school program that allows students to take a construction class for the purpose of learning the
construction trade. The students build a home on site and the home is then sold. The profits are
turned back into the program for the next construction project. They have had tremendous support
from the builders in the community. Steve asked the Council to waive the construction fees for the
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Mayor Sutherland thanked Steve for the great job he is doing for the students in the program at
Madison High School.
Stephen Zollinger indicated that there was not a conflict with the City and the School District by
allowing the waiver of fees for this program.
Marsha Bjornn moved to waive the fees for this construction project; Paul Pugmire seconded the
motion; all voted aye, none opposed. The motion carried.
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