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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJEPPESEN ANNEXATION AND ZONE CHANGE AND PUBLIC HEARING Request for Annexation and Zone Change to Medium Density Residential (MDR) Nelda Jeppesen - 1042 South 1000 West Request for Annexation and Zone Change to Medium Density Residential (MDR) Cal Hulse - 1038 South 1000 West . John pointed out the 10 acre piece of the Jeppesens and the Hulse property. Current zoning on both pieces is Rural Residential (RR) and they are not within the city limits. The Jeppesen piece has been farmed and there is a home on the Hulse property. Judy Hobbs, realtor for the Jeppesens explained that the property is surrounded by single family, farm tracts, commercial use, medium density residential so there is quite a mixed use in the neighborhood. It is close to the college and is a natural expansion for student housing. Chair noted that contrary to previous proposals this is a medium density residential request. Judy explained their proposal is that the Jeppesen house would be sold with the ground and Mrs. Jeppesen would retain a life estate in the home and upon the time that she moved out of the home the home ownership would be with the ground. Chris Hulse - They are the owners of the corner property. Their house is old so they need to tear it down and are requesting MDR so they can do something with the property. Chair explained that this is not a public hearing but they welcome public comment. Discussion: Mike was concerned that as they annex properties around the city will the infrastructure of the city handle these properties - concerns about water pressure etc. thth John explained that one of the main lines for Rexburg water feeds down 6 S and 5 W and so this area has excellent access to the water system. They are also considering another well and booster station and tank in this area. Wastewater and sewer are accessible and capable of handling this anticipated growth. There is a lot of development west of this. Chair asked for public input in regards to facts rather then emotion. The question before the Commission is whether they go to public hearing. Hal Hunter asked if they ever vote on anything with out a public hearing. Winston explained that they are bound by ordinance, by state laws and by procedures to follow a given process and they are committed to do that. DaVawn moved that they send the Nelda Jeppesen property and the Cal Hulse property to public hearing for annexation and zone change to MDR. Ted seconded the motion. Mike questioned the necessity of adding more MDR to the city when there are already plenty of properties available. Discussion. DaVawn felt there must be a reason that drives the request for this property. Ted reminded the commission that they recommended before that they annex the Jeppesen property with MDR zoning and the seller at that time wanted to stay HDR. Glenn said they also had stipulations at that time. Bob felt pulled on both sides. Discussion. Does it fit into the future growth of the city. Question called. Voting as follows: Glenn - Aye LaDawn - Nay Ted - Aye Mike - Nay Jacob - Aye Bob - Aye DaVawn - Aye Motion carried. These two properties can be noticed, posted and advertised as one hearing and the property owners may share in the costs. 7:10 Public Hearing for Annexation & Zone Change from RR to MDR Nelda Jeppesen/Cal Hulse - 1042 & 1038 South and 1000 West Judy Hobbs - Representing the Jeppesens indicated that they are requesting MDR zoning as recommended by City Council. DaVawn - Opened the meeting to Public Comment. Public Comment in favor : Sharron Jeppesen - Apologized for the feelings that have been caused by this proposal. The sale of this property represents a lifes work for the Jeppesens. Sharron requested that the = property be developed by the free market process. She indicated that BYU-I is in need of additional housing for the students. Christine Hulse - 1038 South 1000 West - Their home is uninsurable and must be torn down. They would like to have the zoning changed to MDR, which would help them replace their home. Christine would like to sell this property with the Jeppesen property. Public Comment Neutral : Richard Holloway - Offered a neutral opinion for the Madison School district. The School District is concerned for the safety and well-being of the students. The School board would like an impact 2 study conducted on the growth of this area. Tom Leman - Requested his letter be put in the file concerning a traffic flow study request. Public Comment in Opposition : th Don Rydalch - 648 South 5 West - He offered high respect for the Jeppesen and the Hulse families. They have a neighborhood committee who support a residential neighborhood. Mr. Rydalch offered an opinion that it is not uncommon for Universities to have married housing. There are 26 homes in this area. MDR zoning will cause all 26 homes to be sold in due time. If this area is annexed, Don recommended a lower density for residential zoning. Weston Lawrence - 1144 South 1000 West- He feels that his location will be greatly affected by this proposal. Weston proposed a moratorium of at least one year after the City Council has denied a prior zoning change request. He proposed to let the buck stop here. Neil Christensen - 1143 South 1000 West - Neil read a letter from Tom & Lucy Blackham. This letter is on file. The letter referred to prior communications for the Mayor during their annexation process, and the conflicts that were addressed during annexation of this area. The Blackhams support low density residential zoning. Neil mentioned how the growth in the area has caused poor road conditions. Daren Call - 1089 South 1000 West- Daren agreed with Mr. Holloways comments. He was concerned with = the growth in the area. He requested to have the Commission slow down and be steady and careful in the commissions decisions. Cindy Beck - 1187 South 1000 West - Cindy is concerned with the increase in traffic. Every day she takes about 10 minutes to cross the road safely. She has been told that the apartments are not filling at this time. She wants the existing units to be utilized before more growth is allowed. She would prefer to have more families in the neighborhood. Randal Foster - 1057 South 1000 West - Randal asked for a count of the number of people in the meeting that are opposed to this development. About 10 people stood up. Additional Comments in support of the Development: Sharron Jeppesen - She mentioned the lack of sidewalks in the area. Low density will increase the number of children in the area. This neighborhood has large lots backing into larger parcels. The impact of this development will enhance the area. 3 Judy Hobbs - She indicated that the values for some of the property in the area will rise substantially. Additional Public Comment in Opposition : Lilla Lawrence - 1144 South 1000 West - She feels that this development will force us out of our homes. closed the Public Hearing DaVawn The commission reviewed page 20 in the Zoning Ordinance book. Ted Whyte - Annexation can better address street and side walk issues for the school children. This is a transitional zoning area. LDR1 is there to protect residential single family homes. Eight dwelling units are allowed in LDR1. MDR allows 16 dwelling units per acre with similar restrictions as in LDR1. Ted thought this area should move to MDR. Mike Ricks - He feels that the developments in the area are moving at an aggressive rate. Mike would choose a slower pace. From a planning standpoint, Mike would prefer residential development in this area. Mike would prefer to stop the annexations into the City for a period of time. Glenn Walker - Glenn is concerned with the growth, however this area will be improved if the area is developed with sidewalks through MDR requirements. City Engineering studies do not indicate a need for traffic control at this time. DaVawn - He expressed the feeling that MDR zoning would enhance the safety with sidewalks and new road improvements. th Stephen Zollinger - There are no plans to improve 7 South and add two lanes. thth Mike made a motion to have a safety study completed on the intersection at 7 South and 5 West. Stephen Zollinger - indicated that the last study could support about 7 times more traffic. The last study showed a 47 second wait time to cross the intersection. DaVawn ask Stephen what the City Councils feelings are concerning this proposal. Council = Member Benfield concurred with Stephen that the City Council was willing to approve MDR, however, they were not willing to approve HDR zoning for this area. Mikes motion died for the lack of a second . = Steve McGary - indicated that MDR would be a natural buffer from higher development that would be possible in the area. DaVawn called for a motion after discussion. Ted made a motion to recommend annexation of this property with MDR zoning and send to City Council for a public hearing, with the requirements contained in MDR zoning. The motion carried. Glenn seconded the motion - All voted aye, except Mike who voted nay. 4 5