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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 1970.pdf CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING January 8, 1970 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday, January 8, 1970, in the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 p.m. Members present: Absent: Robert Lovelace, Chairman G.E. Carter Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Ethel Sylvester Ralph Oakley Tom Jackson Bonnie Hart Donald Matson A.J. Tate Delbert Lincoln Stuart Nelson Also present were: J.H. McCurry, Acting Secretary O.D. Villines, Assistant Planner Sandra R. Stanley, Director, Community Development Max Pope, City Manager Minutes of the regular meeting held December 11 , 1969, were approved as written. EALY FENCE VARIANCE FILE NO. 70-1 The Chairman declared the Regular Meeting open. The secretary checked the file and explained to the commission why Mr. Ealy requested the fence variance. It was explained that during construction of this new home a fire had been set by arson. In rebuilding the fire damage, a family room with a large picture window has been added to the north side of the house and in order to protect this window, and the house, from future damage, he would like to build a six (6) foot high chain link fence approximately twelve (12) feet in from the back portion of his house. This would also discourage people from cutting across the corner of his property. Mr. Oakley questioned Mr. Ealy's intention of building completely around the rear yard. Mr. Ealy stated that he intended to enclose the entire rear yard with this six foot fence and would provide a three (3) foot gate on each side yard plus a ten (10) foot gate for an alley entrance. Mr. Matson made motion, seconded by Mrs. Olson, to grant the Ealy Fence Variance. The motion was carried by unanimous vote. INTRODUCTION OF MR. POPE Mr. Pope was introduced to the members of the Pasco Planning Commission by the secretary. Mr. Pope spoke to the commission on the subject of reorganization of City employees and specificly emphasized the structure of the Department of Community Development, explaining the shortage of staff in this department and assuring the filling of vacancies. He further stated that should any questions arise concerning City government, that the Commission, or any member, should not hesitate to direct any question to either himself or the staff. GENERAL DISCUSSION The secretary presented the commission with the problem of Mobile Home Subdivis- ions, one of which was recently annexed into the City limits. He stated that the City presently has no Ordinance regulating this type of subdivision and that the commission should set a priority on completing a good mobile home subdivision City Planning Commission, January 8, 1970, page g ordinance. He further emphasized the trend toward mobile home living and stated that there should be controls set up to govern this type of subdivision. Mrs. Olson suggested that the commission hold a workshop meeting to go over a proposed Mobile Home Subdivision Ordinance. The Chairman directed the secretary to mail each member of the commission a copy of the proposed ordinance prior to the workshop meeting. The secretary also advised the commission of the problems that have arisen in regard to the present Sigh Ordinance. At present there is no provision for variances and any appeal must be heard by the City Council . It was suggested that amendments be made to the sign ordinance to provide for a variance action to go before the Board of Adjustment. WORKSHOP MEETING Thursday, January 22, 1970, was set for the workshop meeting. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mrs. Olson made motion, seconded by Mr. Jackson, that the meeting be adjourned. The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Respectfulyl)y^ submit/teed, aures H. McCurry, Act' g Secretary Pasco Planning Comm- sion CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING February 12, 1970 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday February 12, 1970, in the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 P.M. Members Present: Members Absent Robert Lovelace-Chairman G. E. Carter Barbara Olson-Vice-Chairman Bonnie Hart Ralph Oakley A. J. Tate Tom Jackson Donald Matson Delbert Lincoln Stewart Nelson Ethel Sylvester Also present were: James H. McCurry-Acting Secretary 0. D. Villines, Asst. Planner Sandra R. Stanley-Director Community Development Max L. Pope-City Manager Richard German-Planner Liaison for Franklin County Minutes of the regular meeting held January 8, 1970, were approved as written. Weisz Fence Variance-1027 W. Margaret File #70-4 Chairman Lovelace declared the public hearing open. The Secretary checked the file and explained to the Commission why Mr. Weisz requested the fence variance. Mr. McCurry explained that the fence would be 5 feet high in the back portion of the property for privacy, and would be three feet high in the front yard. Mr. McCurry also explained that there was a letter from Mr. Weisz's neighbor, stating that he had no objection to the installation of the fence. Mr. Oakley questioned Mrs. Weisz concerning the type of fence to be con- structed. Mrs. Weiz explained it would be a wood fence. There being no one in opposition to the variance, the Chairman declared the public hearing closed. The motion was made by Mr. Olson and seconded by Mr. Oakley to grant the fence variance. The motion was carried unanimously. Conoco Oil Co. Service Station Alteration-File No. 70-3 The Chairman declared the public hearing open and Mr. McCurry checked through the file and explained that the application was originally sub- mitted in January of 1970 and is for the addition of a wash bay to the original building. He further explained that Mr. Ray Poland, who was in the audience, is the contracter. Mr. McCurry presented the plans to the Planning Commission for their review. After review, the Chairman called for opposition from the floor concerning the addition to the service station. There being no one in opposition, the Chairman declared the public hearing closed. The motion was made by Mr. Matson and seconded by Mr. Oakley to grant the permit for a service station alteration. The motion was carried unanimously. C. B. D. Study-Mark Pence of Pence and Stanley & Associates Mr. Pence explained that the study originally started out to be a traffic study, but on August 18, 1969, Pence and Stanley & Assoc. received a formal notice to proceed on the second phase of the traffic study for the Pasco Central Business District. It was agreed on October 28, 1969 that the traffic study for the CBD was too limited. Therefore, it was agreed at this meeting that a broader approach to the study of Central Business District was needed. Mr. Pence presented the study in three stages, particularly bringing out the history and growth of the area, land use, parking, traffic-street system and flow, the pedestrian-his needs and requirements and the solutions to some of these major problems. Mobile Home Subdivision ordinance File #70-5 Mr. McCurry recommended that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council the adoption of the ordinance because it has reached a point which he felt that it was adequate for approval. After some discussion there was a motion by Mrs. Olson and seconded by Mrs. Sylvester to recommend to the Council approval of the Mobile Home Subdivision Ordinance. The motion was carried unanimously. Sign Ordinance File X170-6 Mr. McCurry presented the Planning Commission the results of the Planning Commission Work Shop meeting and the changes made to the Sign Ordinance. After considerable discussion on the non-conforming sign, it was recommended by Mr. Matson that a non-conforming sign, which was legally erected shall remain until repairs are warranted, or is of no longer use. This motion was seconded by Mr. Lincoln and the motion was carried unanimously. There was considerable discussion on section 14-5 of the sign ordinance. The motion was made by Mrs. Olson to leave it as it read. The motion was seconded by Mr. Matson and the motion was carried unanimously. The representatives in the audience from the Columbia Basin Outdoor Advertising Agency expressed to the City Planning Commission that there should be a specific definition for an Advertising Sign and a specific definition for a Business Sign. They were also concerned that an advertising sign should be allowed in a commercial I Zone, which section 14-5 of the proposed Sign Ordinance would eliminate. After much consideration and discussion of section 13-1, concerning non-conforming signs, and their removal or alteration of these signs and the adoption of the proposed ordinance, the City Planning Commission recommended that the staff rewrite this section. It was mutually agreed that the entire sign ordinance would then be reviewed at the next regularly scheduled Planning Commission Meeting of March 12. There being no further business, Mrs. Olson moved for adjournment. The motion was seconded by Mr. Nelson and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 9:50 P.M. Respectfully submitted, aes H. McCurry Acting Secretary (/ CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING March 12, 1970 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday, March 12, 1970, in the Pasco City Hall, at 8:00 P.M. Members Present: Members Absent: Robert Lovelace, Chairman G. E. Carter Barbara Olson, Vice-Chairman Del Lincoln Ralph Oakley A. J. Tate Ethel Sylvester Don Matson Bonnie Hart Tom Jackson Stuart Nelson Also present were: James H. McCurry, Acting Secretary Sandra R. Stanley, Director, Dept. of Community Development Minutes of the regular meeting held February 12, 1970, were approved as written. WILLIAMS ZONE CHANGE - File No. 70-7 Chairman declared the public hearing open and requested the Secretary check the file to see that it was in order. The zone change request was verified and an explanation given indicating that the request was to change the zoning from R-3 to C-1 on the property located at 507 N. 4th Avenue. This structure is commonly known as the Hallmark Apartments and was constructed in 1954. The building is designed for retail commercial use on the ground floor and contains 60 dwelling units on the upper 5 floors. Since construction, there have been various businesses located on the ground floor. Chairman asked if anyone from the audience wished to speak in favor of this change and Mr. Gleyn Bledsoe, co-owner of the property, stated his position and displayed a diagram of the existing first floor area, stating that he had several individuals interested in locating in his building, but they were apprehensive regarding the sign ordinance which does not allow business signs in the R-3 zone. He also displayed a diagram indicating the present land use in the immediate area. Ralph Oakley asked the Secretary to compare the permitted uses of the R-3 Zone to the C-1 Zone. This was done and it was determined that both zones were fairly close in permitted uses. Chairman asked if there was anyone who wished to speak against this zone change. There being no one present who opposed this zone change, the public hearing was declared closed. Motion was made by Barbara Olson, seconded by Stuart Nelson, that recommendation be made to the City Council to approve changing the zone from R-3 to C-1. Motion approved by unanimous vote. CAMPBELL FENCE VARIANCE - File No. 70-8 ) Chairman requested this application be presented to the commission by the Secretary. Letters from the applicant, David Campbell, 1728 W. Hopkins, and his neighbor, I. R. Gustin, 1724 W. Hopkins, were read. Request is to permit erection of a 6 foot high fence between the two houses to extend from the front corner of the house to the rear corner. This fence would act as a separation between the two existing patios. Motion was made by Ralph Oakley, seconded by Barbara Olson, to permit construction of this fence. Motion approved by unanimous vote. MOBILE HOME PARK ORDINANCE 11858 - File No. 70-9 Letter from Virgle Cowen, Lot 30, Flamingo Village, was read to the Commission by the Secretary, requesting that a workshop meeting date be set for the commission and other interested parties to review the Mobile Home Park Ordinance. The Ordinance was written in 1956 and no changes have been made to it since that time, although there has been considerable changes made in the mobile home industry. Copies of the Ordinance were distributed to the commission members for their pursual. After some discussion, a workshop meeting was scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on 3-26-70. PLANNING COMMISSION BY-LAWS Chairman Lovelace stated that it has been brought to his attention that the Planning Commission By-Laws might also be outdated and he thought that some changes should be considered at this workshop meeting on 3-26-70. He cited Chapter 4 of the Citizen's Guide to Planning as a model By-Law. Since some members do not have a copy of this booklet, copies of this chapter will be made and distributed to the commission members. ZONING OF WEST COURT STREET ANNEXATION - FILE NO. 70-10 Sandra R. Stanley explained to the Commission that the City has received a petition to annex several acres both north and south of Court Street at the west City limits. The owners have requested that this property be zoned Commercial since it is presently zoned commercial under Franklin County Zoning. The City Council has requested that the Planning Commission review this proposal and make recommendation to them for the public hearing date of April 7, 1970. This should be done in time for their workshop meeting on 3-17-70. After discussion by the commission members, a motion was made by Barbara Olson, seconded by Stuart Nelson, to recommend Commercial C-1 Zoning for the following listed property: All of the Dale Mathes property All of the Center Developer property All of the Kidwell property All of the A.L. Tomich property All of the R.L. Fisher property South 295' of the Pat Griffin Co. property South 295' of the Virginia Miazga property and to recommend Residential R-2 Zoning for the following listed property: 1 North 500' of the Pat Griffin Co. property North 500' of the Virginia Miazga property Motion approved by unanimous vote. PROPOSED SIGN ORDINANCE - File No. 70-6 Secretary pointed out that the proposed sign ordinance has been approved by the Commission with the exception of Section 13-1, which was scheduled for discussion at this meeting. The new section was read and explained by the Secretary. This is a 'grandfather clause' dealing with existing noncon- forming signs. Motion was made by Stuart Nelson, seconded by Ethel Sylvester, that this new section be approved as written and that recommendation be made to the City Council to adopt this new sign ordinance to supercede Ordinance #1179. Motion approved by unanimous vote. There being no further business, the meeting was adjoured at 9:10 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ltleas4H. McCurrying Secretary CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING April 9, 1970 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday, April 9, 1970, in the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 P.M. Members Present: Members Absent: Robert Lovelace, Chairman G. E. Carter Barbara Olson, Vice-Chairman Ethel Sylvester Ralph Oakley Stuart Nelson Tom Jackson Bonnie Hart Del Lincoln Don Matson A. J. Tate Also present were: 0. D. Villines, Acting Secretary Minutes of the regular meeting held March 12, 1970, were approved as written. NEW BUSINESS JIM BRIDGE - Fire Hydrants Mr. Jim Bridge, one of the owners of the Red Lion Motor Inn, spoke to the Commission in reference to two fire hydrants, which he stated the City Council promised to him.when he originally leased the property that the Red Lion is currently on. Mr. Bridge stated that he is requesting the two fire hydrants at this time to get his fire insurance rates down to the level where they should be. Mr. Bridge further explained that he would certainly appreciate seeing some action being taken towards getting the two hydrants in. Mr. Lovelace questioned why Mr. Bridge was presenting this material to the City Planning Commission, and Mr. Bridge explained that Mrs. Schlegal, the City Manager's Secretary, stated that this would be the point where he would begin. The Secretary was directed to check into this and recommend or take whatever action was necessary to try to get Mr. Bridge his two hydrants. THE COLUMBIA EAST ZONE CHANGE - File X170-11 Chairman declared the public hearing open and requested the Secretary check the file to determine that it was in order. The zone change request was in order and an explanation was given indicating that the request was a change of zoning from Residential R-1 to Commercial C-3 on the property located north of the 410 By-Pass, but east of the Highway 395 but incorporated in the city limits of the City of Pasco. The Chairman, then, asked if anyone from the audience wished to speak in favor of this change, and Mr. Allen Stanley stated his position and displayed a sketch of where the property was located and what was to be rezoned. A diagram was also displayed indicating the present land use in the immediate area. The Secretary explained that development in the area under the existing zone was unlikly, } and that the Commission should look at possibly changing the zone class- ification in this area for future development. The Chairman asked if there was anyone who wished to speak against the zone change. There being no one present who opposed the zone change, the public hearing was declared closed. The motion was made by Mrs. Olson and seconded by Mr. Jackson to recommend to the City Council a zone reclassification from Residential R-1 to Comm- ercial C-3. The Motion was approved unanimously. COLUMBIA EAST SUBDIVISION - File x/70-12 The Chairman declared the public hearing open and requested the Secretary check the file to determine that it was in order. The Subdivision request was varified by the Secretary and an explanation was given by him, explaining where the Subdivision was located and defined land use in the area. The Subdivision location is commonly known as that portion of property located North of the 410 By-Pass, but East of the Highway 395 incorporated in the City Limits of the City of Pasco. Correspondence was read by the Secretary from the Benton-Franklin Counties District Health Department, recommending approval of the Columbia East Subdivision. A letter from the Public Utilities District No. 1, Franklin County was read, which approved of the Columbia East Subdivision, and a letter from the State Department of High- ways, Washington State Highway Commission was read, which disapproved of the preliminary plat on the Columbia East Subdivision. The reason the State Highway Department disapproved of the preliminary Subdivision, was because the easterly end of the approved route for Interstate 182 was to provide a connection with State route 395 and State route 12 East of Pasco. The letter explained that the connection was not fully designed at this time and it was difficult to determine how much additional right of way would be needed in the vicinity of the proposed plat. Mr. Allen Stanley, the Subdivider of the property, explained a diagram he had showing what portion of the property would be subdivided. He further explained that the lots would be approx- imately two acres in size. Mr. Stanley explained that the only major problem he ran into in subdividing this property, was obtaining an 80 foot access into the subdivision at the North end of the property. The North end access would be directly adjacent to Hillsburo Road, which is located East of Highway 395. The Secretary explained that if the Commission approved of the pre- liminary Subdivision, it would be asked of them to request the City Council contact State Highway Department and request that an 80 foot access be granted to the property. The reason the City Council is the body to make this request, is because the property is located inside the city limits. The City Council is the enity in authority to request the State Highway Department to review or change the limited access ruling that is on Highway 395. Mr. Allen Stanley, further explained that if the Subdivision were not granted, the only other alternative use that this area would have would be for agricultural purposes. He further explained that to his knowledge there was no zone in the City of Pasco Zoning Ordinance, which would allow for large scale agricultural activity. Mr. Harold Thompson also spoke in favor of the Subdivision. Mr. Thompson is the applicant and the co-owner of the property to be subdivided. Mr. Thompson explained that he had businesses interested in locating in this area immediately. The Chairman asked if there was anyone who wished to speak against this Subdivision. There being no one present who opposed the Sub- division, the public hearing was declared closed. The motion was made by Mr. Oakley and seconded by Mr. Tate that the preliminary plat for the Columbia East Subdivision be approved. The motion was amended by Mr. Matson to add i providing that an 80 foot access be granted. The amendment was seconded by Mrs. Olson. Both the motion and the amendment were carried unanimously. 7 HARVEY CONN ZONE CHANGE - File 1170-13 The Chairman declared the public hearing open and requested the Secretary check the file to determine if it was in order. The zone change request was varified and an explanation given by the Secretary explaining that the zone request was from the Residential R-1 to Residential R-3 on the property located at 2000 Block W. Pearl Street. The Secretary explained that he had received no correspondence or telephone calls, either in favor or opposing the proposed zone change. Mr. Harry H. Moore, realtor from Fowler Realty, representing the applicant and owner, Mr. Lyle Neff, presented the Commission with plot plans of the area in question, and plans for the four-plexes to be constructed on the site. He explained that if the zone change were granted, there would be immediate development in that area. The Chairman asked if there was anyone who wished to speak against the zone change. There being no one present to oppose the zone change, the public hearing was declared closed. The motion was made by Mrs. Olson and seconded by Mr. Matson to recommend approval of the zone change from Residential R-1 to Residential R-3, providing that construction starts in one year. The motion was carried unanimously. KIDWELL ZONE CHANGE - File 1170-14 The Chairman declared the public hearing open and requested the Secretary check the file to determine that it was in order. The zone change request was varified by the Secretary and an explanation was given by him that the request was to change the zoning from Residential R-1 to Commercial C-3. This property is commonly known as 921 N. Oregon Avenue. The Secretary explained that he received no correspondence either written or verbal that opposed the zone change or that were in favor of the zone change. The Chairman asked if anyone from the audience wished to speak in favor of this change. There was no one in the audience to speak in favor of the change. The Chairman declared the discussion open among the Commission members, regarding the change of zone from R-1 to C-3. The Secretary explained that in a letter dated May 29, 1969 signed by the Secretary of the City Planning Commission, Mr. Lyle E. Balderson, which was submitted to the City Council requesting defined changes in the Comprehensive Plan along Oregon Street and East Pasco. Refer to File 1169-12. The proposed changes were submitted on a map along with a letter to the City Council. The only action that was taken on the recommendation by the City Planning Commission, was to table the request. The Chairman designated the Secretary the authority to write the City Council a letter requesting the decision be made on the proposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan as submitted in the May 29, 1969 letter. The motion was made by Mr. Oakley and seconded by Mrs. Olson to continue the public meeting until the next regularly sceduled City Planning Commission meeting, in order to receive a determination from the City Council regarding the pro- posed changes to the Comprehensive Plan in this area. The motion was carried unanimously. SEGAR ZONE CHANGE - File #70-15 The Chairman declared the public hearing open and requested the Secretary check the file to determine that it was in order. The zone change request was verified by the Secretary, and an explanation was given by him that the request was to change the zoning from Residential R-2 to Industrial I-1 on the property commonly known as 300 Block East Ainsworth Avenue. The Secretary explained that he had received five letters of protest to the change of zone in this area. These five letters had eleven signatures. The Secretary described the area to be rezoned and the current zoning in that area. The Chairman asked if anyone from the audience wished to speak in favor of this change. There being no one, the Chairman asked for those opposed to the zone change to speak. Mr. Orvin A. Skolrud, spoke in oppo- sition to the proposed zone change, stating that a change of zone from Residential R-2 to Industrial I-1 in this area would ruin the area as far as Residential development and would decrease the existing property values in this area. He further explained that he didn't want a body shop in the area to downgrade the property. Mr. Richard German, 1616 Marie, City of Pasco, spoke not in opposition to the zone change, but in opposition to cha- nging a zone going contradictory to the Comprehensive Plan. He further explained that if the Comprehensive Plan in the area was zoned incorrectly, then he would be in favor of changing the Comprehensive Plan. There being no one else opposed to the zone change request, the public hearing was declared closed and a,motion was made by Mrs. Olson and seconded by Mr. Oakley, to disapprove the change of zone from Residential R-2 to Industrial I-1. Motion was carried unanimously. } FRICKE FENCE VARIANCE - File #70-16 The Secretary explained that the Building Inspector on, March 17, 1970, notified Mr, and Mrs. Fricke that they were in violation of the City Zoning Ordinance #1203, erecting a fence without a permit and in violation of the fence ordinance. The Building Inspector, at that time, recommended that Mr. & Mrs. Fricke obtain a permit or remove their fencing. The Secretary also read a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Fricke dated March 24, 1970, stating that they were unaware that they were required to obtain a building permit prior to constructing the fence and retaining wall. A note was also read from Mr, and Mrs. Joesph Frare, who live at 904 Empire Way and are the neighbors of Mr. and Mrs. Fricke. This note was dated March 31, 1970, addressed to the City Planning Commission, stated that "we the undersigned Mr. and Mrs. Joe Frare, have no objection to the fence installed by our next door neighbor, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold J. Fricke." The Secretary explained that there is an existing retaining wall constructed without a building permit, which is currently 30" high. A five foot pumace block fence was constructed on top of the 30" retaining wall, making a total height of 711' high. The Secretary further explained that Mr, and Mrs. Fricke considers the portion of the lot facing the circular street in the mobile home sub- division as the rear portion of their lot. The Secretary explained that any lot which has access from a street is considered the front portion of the lot. The Secretary explained that irregardless of whether this portion of the lot was considered the back or the front, the fence was still in violation of the fencing ordinance and would have to come in compliance. Mr. Fricke explained that the fence was not 731' high. He stated that they have a 30" retaining wall, which is not considered as a part of the fence. The Secretary explained that height of a fence is measured from the curb level and that the retaining wall was 30" high, would have to be considered as part of the fence, as it was above the curb level. Chairman Lovelace explained that the Planning Commission has the authority to grant a fence variance from the rear most portion of the house to the front portion of the house and this variance would be allowed up to 6'. He further explained that to his knowledge, this was the only variance that the Planning Commission could give an applicant. Mr. Oakley moved and Mr. Tate seconded that this fence variance be taken to the proper authority. The motion was carried unanimously. The Chairman designated the Secretary to find out exactly who the proper authority was. SLIPP SPECIAL PERMIT - File #70-17 The Secretary read a letter from Mr. W. A. Slipp, President of Slipp and Company requesting the City Planning Commission give their opinion con- cerning him locating a retread shop from 2703 E. Lewis to the location of the old Tri-City Bowl Building on N. Arthur and W. Brown St. Mr. Slipp, in his letter, also stated that they agree to enclose the present blacktop area with an 8' cyclone type slanted sight obscuring fence, so that all merchandise will be within the limits of the building or fenced area and out of sight. Mr. Bob Welch, representing Mr. Slipp, was present and spoke in favor of the special permit. Mr. Welch presented the Commission with an architects drawing of the building and some of the improvements which would be made on the building. After considerable discussion concerning the legality of locating a retread shop at this location, the Chairman directed the Secretary to get a legal determination from the City Attorney. Having called Mr. Campbell, the City Attorney, the Secretary explained to the Planning Commission that the Attorney's opinion was that a retread shop could be located in this location and could be classified as a public garage. After announcing the decision of the City Attorney, the Secretary explained to the Commission that it was their prerogative to decide whether they wanted to see a retread shop in this area or protect this area for resi- dential development west of Arthur Street. A motion was made by Mr. Oakley that the Slipp Special Permit be considered and deemed within the scope of Section 6-1-3,garages and service stations, in the zoning ordinance of the City of Pasco. The motion was seconded by Mr. Tate and carried unan- imously. A motion was also made by Mr. Oakley that the request be granted under the provisions of section 6-1-3 and providing that a fence be put up around the blacktop area. Mr. Jackson seconded the motion and it was carried by a majority. OLD BUSINESS MOBILE HOME PARK ORDINANCE X1858 - File #70-9 The Planning Commission approved unanimously the correction to ordinance 11858 as presented. PLANNING COMMISSION BY-LAWS To be considered at the next regularly scheduled City Planning Commission f meeting. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 11:15 P.M. Respectfully submitted, 00 92�Y 0. D. Villines Acting Secretary City Planning Commission 1 CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING May 14, 1970 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday, May 14, 1970, at the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 P.M. Members Present: Members Absent: Chairman Lovelace G. E. Carter Vice-Chairman Olson Thomas Jackson Ralph Oakley Del Lincoln Don Matson Ethel Sylvester Bonnie Hart Stuart Nelson A. J. Tate Also present were: 0. D. Villines, Acting Secretary Minutes of the regular meeting held April 9, 1970, were approved with the following correction. SLIPP SPECIAL PERMIT - File #70-17 Mrs. Olson made the motion and it was seconded by Mr. Tate to correct the last sentence under the Slipp Special Permit File No. 70-17. The last sentence should read Mr. Jackson seconded the motion and it was carried by a majority. The motion to approve the minutes as corrected was carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings. NEW BUSINESS Gordon Mercier, Chairman of the Recreation and Park Advisory Board, spoke to the Planning Commission concerning the subject of creating an ordinance to set aside land for park sites relative to new subdivision and housing projects. The Secretary read a letter from Mr. Mercier dated March 25, 1970, addressed to Mr. Bob Lovelace, Chairman of the City Planning Commission, expressing the interest of the Recreation and Park Advisory Board in creating additional park and open space areas in new subdivisions in the City limits of the City of Pasco. Mr. Mercier further explained that he wished to bring this to the attention of the Planning Commission and wished that this be considered in approving future subdivisions. The Secretary explained that under our existing subdivision ordinance, the Planning Commission does have the authority to require a subdivider to provide for parks and open space as deemed necessary and of the best interest to the public. The Secretary further explained that under R.C.W. 58.16.060, the State law allows a Planning Commission to adopt an ordinance with regulations governing the establishment of parks or open spaces in new subdivisions. The Secretary further explained that having received a legal opinion on the state law, it was expressed by the City Attorney that it was in the best interests of the City of Pasco not to incorporate a specific regulation in the subdivision ordinance which would specify that each and every subdivision should provide park or open space land. The Attorney further felt that it was at the discression of the Planning Comm- ission to review each submission of a subdivision based upon its own merits. STANDARD OIL SERVICE STATION ALTERATION - File No. 70-19 Chairman Lovelace declared the hearing open and requested the Secretary check the file to determine that it was in order. Chairman Lovelace directed the Secretary to read all correspondence concerning the service station alteration. The Secretary read a letter from Mr. W. H. Brandenburg, Standard Oil Company of California, addressed to the City Planning Commission, stating that they are requesting that a third lubrication bay to the Chevron Station, located at Fifth and Clark, be granted. There was no further correspondence. The Secretary then presented the service station alteration plans to the Planning Commission for their review. The Secretary explained that ingress and egress to the station would not change and that setback requirements were met. There being no further discussion, Mr. Nelson made the motion and it was seconded by. Mrs. Olson that the service station alteration to the Chevron Station loca- ted at Fifth and Clark be granted. The motion was approved unanimously. LETTER FROM ADRIAN BURD REQUESTING A ZONE INTERPRETATION Chairman Lovelace requested the Secretary read the letter to the Commission. The Secretary read the letter and it was determined that Mr. Burd was re- questing a zone interpretation of Section 3-2-6 of the Pasco City Zoning Ordinance. He further expressed, in his letter, that it was his desire to be classified in a C-1 Zone and come under the classification of a bakery or doughnut shop. He explained to the Planning Commission that the Franklin County Planning Commission classified his business as allowable in a C-1 zone, but failed to approve a zone change from residential to C-1 in two locations. The letter further explained that he had everything ready to go except for the location. He further stated that he has lost two months trying to secure a location. He further explained that he had two locations available in a C-1 zone awaiting the Planning Commissions' approval. The Secretary explained that Mr. Burd has, on a number of occassions, coordinated with the staff of the Department of Community Development in trying to locate in an adequate building, suitable to his purposes and type of activity for his new food product. Chairman Lovelace then asked Mr. Burd to speak and explain where the two locations were in the C-1 zone where he was contemplating locating his business, and to explain the food producing process. Mr. Burd expressed that he was interested in a commercial site in the old Snow White Laundry building located on Margaret Street. His second location was the old laundry building located on the S.E. corner of Nixon and First Street. Mr. Burd explained to the Commission that processing this new food product would not produce noise or smoke, nor would the odor be offensive. He explained that it would be the same type of a process that a doughnut shop would use. He would be using the same 60 lb. deep fat fryer and would be deep frying this pro- duct. He further explained that he was sure that his product would sell, but he wasn't willing, at this time, to invest in a new building in an industrial zone in order to try his product out. He feels that if the product was a success, he would locate, at a later date, in an industrial zone. Mr. Burd then gave samples of his new food product to the Planning Commission, for sampling. The motion was made by Mrs. Olson and seconded by Mrs. Sylvester to allow Mr. Burd to operate his business in the Snow White Laundry Building located at 312 Margaret Street. OLD BUSINESS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Mr. Matson explained to the City Planning Commission what happened at the last regular City Council meeting of May 5, 1970, concerning the change in the Comprehensive Plan, along Oregon Street and in East Pasco. Mr. Matson explained that the Council did not approve of changing the Comprehensive Plan South of Superior Street between Oregon and Main bordered on the South by Clark Street. The Council also did not approve of running the commercial line as far east as the center line of the block, bordered on the west by California Street and to the east by Montana Street. Mr. Matson expl- ained that this should be cut back one whole block to the middle of the block between Idaho and California Street. After considerable discussion, the Commission recommended that the change in the Comprehensive Plan along Oregon Street in East Pasco, should be as follows: That property bordered by Salt Lake Street on the North, Oregon Street on the West, Lewis Street on the South, and the center line of the block between Idaho and California Street with the exception of the East half of Block 142, Pasco's Addition, should be commercial. Also, that portion of property from the center line of the block with the exception of Block 142, Pasco's Addition, bordered by Idaho on the west and California on the east, Salt Lake Street on the north, Alvina Street on the south, and Wehe Street on the east, should be changed to high density resi- dential or R-3. The motion was made by Mrs. Olson and seconded by Mr. Matson and carried unanimously. KIDWELL ZONE CHANGE - File No. 70-14 The Chairman reopened the public hearing and requested the Secretary check the files and determine if they were in order. The Secretary clarified that the file was in order and explained that no new correspondence had been received expressing favor or opposition to the zone change. The Chairman asked if anyone from the audience was to speak in favor of this change from Residential R-1 to Commercial C-3. Mr. Tom Kidwell, owner of the property in question, did speak in favor of the zone change. He explained that every- thing was ready to go except for the zone change and the building permit. He further explained that this would be a farm supply type of business where they would be providing a chemical called Bi-Culture, to the farmer to de- compose the soil in order to receive a better crop production. He explained that this chemical would be stored in underground tanks and it would be sales and dispersion only similar to the type of a business of an oil distributor. Members of the Planning Commission questioned Mr. Kidwell as to whether the material would produce an odor or be noxious. The Commission also questioned Mr. Kidwell concerning the undergrounding of utilities. Mr. Kidwell explained that the P.U.D. and the telephone company would be undergrounding from the prop- erty line to the building. Mr. Matson was in opposition to a zone change in conflict with the Comprehensive Plan. He felt that if any change should be made, it should be made in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Kidwell ex- pressed that the time factor was crucial and that he wished the Commission would take immediate action upon his case. There being no further discussion in favor or opposition to the Kidwell Zone change from Residential R-1 to Commercial C-1, I the Chairman declared the public hearing closed. The motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Tate to recommend to the City Council that the zone change be granted. The motion was approved by a majority. ROGER SCOTT LETTER Mr. Scott was introduced to the Planning Commission by the Secretary, and the Secretary explained that Mr. Scott was the Planner for the Benton- Franklin Community Action Committee. Mr. Scott explained to the Planning Commission that the Community Action Committee is writing an application for a neighborhood facility in East Pasco. He stated that the purpose for his presence at the meeting, and the reason for the presentation of the letter, was that in compliance with the Neighborhood Facility Grant Program Appli- cation Handbook, a statement from the local Planning authorities certifying that the facility is consistant with Comprehensive Planning for the Community and establish the basis for this finding. He further explained that an immediate time factor was not crucial. Mr. Oakley recommended that this item be considered at the next regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting and by mutual agreement, the Planning Commission approved of Mr. Oakley's recommendation. BY-LAWS Under Article VIII of Resolution #1, Rules of Procedure of the Planning Comm- ission of the City of Pasco, Mr. Oakley made the motion that Article VIZI be changed to read as follows: The Planning Commission shall convene regularly each month, and upon such other occassions as the business of the Commission may require. Mr. Oakley's motion was seconded by Mr. Matson and approved unanimously. Mr. Oakley explained that the reason he made this motion was that Planning Commissions in the future may not determine that the second Thursday of each month at 8:00 would be the best time or the best date for a Planning Comm- ission meeting. He further felt that a motion should be made to be entered in the regular minutes that the Planning Commission has the authority to change the meeting time and date without changing the Rules of Procedure, and this is the reason that he made this motion under Article VIIII in the City Planning Commission's Rules of Procedure. Mr, Matson moved that the Commission meet the second Thursday at 8:00 P.M. in the Pasco City Hall. The motion was seconded by Oakley after considerable discussion. It was determined by Mr. Matson's motion that the Planning Commission could change their meeting time and date without changing the Rules of Procedure. The motion was carried unanimously. Under Article XI, after considerable discussion, Mr. Matson moved and it was seconded by Mrs. Sylvester to change the Article to read as follows: A majority of the membership of the Commission, not less than six of whom shall be appointed members, shall constitute a quorum for the trans- action of business. Any action taken by a majority of those present when those present constitute a quorum at any regular or special meeting of the Commission, shall be deemed and taken as the action of the Commission. The ex-official members of the Commission have a vote. The motion was carried unanimously. There were no other changes in the Rules of Procedure of the Planning Commission of the City of Pasco. The Chairman directed the Secretary to prepare the new amended Rules of Procedure and have them present for signing on the June 11, meeting. PLANNING COMMISSION CONTROL SHEET The Secretary explained that the control sheet is for the Commissions' own personal knowledge and record of the actions the Commission recommended to the Council, and the Council actions and the date of that action. The Control Sheet also shows actions refered to the Board of Adjustment, the action taken on this item by the Board of Adjustment and the date the action was taken. The Secretary went through the control sheet and updated it as of May 14, 1970. MISCELLANEOUS Mr. Matson recommended that the Secretary not send out the minutes of the previous Planning Commission meeting until the Monday prior to the meeting. The Planning Commission members were in agreement with Mr. Matson's request and the Secretary was directed to comply with the request. FRICKE FENCE VARIANCE Mrs. Olson made a motion directing the Secretary to write a letter to the Chairman of the Board of Adjustment protesting the approval of the Fricke Fence Variance. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Hart and carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:10 P.M. Respectfully submitted, V. G 0. D. Villines Acting Secretary City Planning Commission City Planning Commission Regular Meeting June 11, 1970 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The Regular Meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday, June 11, 1970, at the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 p.m. Members Present: Members Absent; Mrs. Olson, Vice-Chairman G. E. Carter Don Matson A. J. Tate Ethel Sylvester Robert Lovelace - Chairman Bonnie Hart Del Lincoln Ralph Oakley Tom Jackson Stuart Nelson Also present were: 0. D. Villines, Acting Secretary, Mr. McCurry, Building Inspector, Mr. Snyder, Building Inspector, Mr. Williams, Engineering Aid. Minutes of the regular meeting held May 14, 1970, were approved with the following corrections: BY LAWS Page 4, Paragraph 2, lines 19 & 20, shall read: The ex-officio members of the Commission have a vote. PUBLIC HEARINGS KELTCH ZONE CHANGE - File #70-22 The Chairman declared the public hearing open and directed the Secretary to check the file to determine if it was in order. The zone change request was varified by the Secretary and an explan- ation was given by him. He explained that the request was to change the zoning classification from Industrial I-1 to Residential R-3, on the property described as follows: The West 17.93 rods of the east 25.93 rods of the Government lot 3, Section 25, Township 9, N. , Range 29 east. , W.M. except roads. The Secretary further explained that he had received no letters of protest or approval of the change of zone. The Chairman asked if anyone from the audience wished to speak in favor of the zone change. Mr. John Keltch, Road 28 & West 'A' Street, Pasco, Washington, spoke in favor of the zone change. Mr. Keltch stated the reason he was requesting the zone reclassification was in order to locate a mobile home subdivision at the above-described property. He stated that there was an extreme demand for this type of housing in the City of Pasco. He, also, stated that he owned property west of the proposed Mobile Home Sub- division. Mr. Earl and Bill Warren, also, spoke in favor of the proposed zone change. A representative from Red's Trailer Market, Avenue 'C' , Kennewick, Washington, was also present to speak in favor of the zone change. The rep- resentative stated that there was an extreme shortage of mobile home subdi- visions, therefore, the demand for them was great. The Chairman then asked for anyone to speak in opposition to the Zone Change. There was no one present to speak in opposition. The Chairman, then, declared the Public Hearing closed. Discussion was opened among the Planning Commission members and Mr. Lincoln was concerned of spot zoning Residential R-3 property surrounded by Indus- trially zoned property. The Secretary explained that the property in question was zoned as average density residential according to the Comprehensive Plan. The motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mrs. Sylvester to approve the zone reclassification from Industrial I-1 to Residential R-3 providing that once an R-4 Zone is adopted, all mobile home subdivisions would auto- matically be incorporated into an R-4 zone classification. The motion was carried by a majority. EAGLE ESTATES SUBDIVISION - File No. 70-23 The Chairman declared the public hearing open and directed the Secretary to check the file and determine if it was in order. The file was in order. Correspondence was read from the public. The Public Utility District #1 of Franklin County, stated they had no objec- tion to the proposed subdivision. They further stated that the subdivision would be served underground and that primary and secondary conductors would be located in the street right-of-way. Further, padmount transformers would be located on easements on the front of the lot. They also emphasized that P.U.D. plans to provide underground services to this plat, therefore, covenances requiring all utility lines and services to be underground must be provided by the developer. Another letter was read by the Secretary from the Benton-Franklin District Health Department. The Health Department recommended approval of the preliminary plat providing that the City of Pasco water and sewage disposal systems would be utilized. There was no further correspondence, either written or verbal. The Secretary then located the proposed mobile home subdivision on the map and explained the lot width and depth. Vice-Chairman Olson, then, requested those present to speak in favor of the Mobile Home Subdivision. Mr. John M. Keltch, Road 28 & West 'A' Street, Pasco, Washington, spoke and explained to the Planning Commission that the lots would be approximately 63 feet in width and approximately 118 feet in depth with a 10 foot easement along the perimeter of the subdivision. No one else present spoke in favor of the Mobile Home Subdivision. The Chairman, then, asked if there was anyone present in the audience who wished to speak in opposition to the proposed Mobile Home Subdivision. There being no one present, the Chairman declared the public hearing closed. Discussion was opened among the Planning Commission members. Mr. Matson was concerned with the dedication of a portion of the property for park or open spaces. Mr. Keltch explained that there were no present plans for a park in the proposed subdivision. Mr. Chuck Keltch, suggested to the Planning Commission that there was Corp of Engineer property south of the proposed Mobile Home Subdivision, which might possibly be utilized as a park site. The Secretary explained that he was unaware that the Corp owned property in the vicinity, but a letter could be written to get a determination from the Corp to decide whether the land could be utilized for a park site or not. Mr. Matson made the motion to approve the plans for the preliminary plat of the Eagle Estates Subdivision, providing recreational facilities are incorporated. The motion was seconded by Mr. Jackson and was carried unanimously. HULSWIT ZONE CHANGE - File No. 70-24 Vice-Chairman Olson declared the public hearing open and directed the Secretary to check the file and determine that it was in order. The file was in order. There was no correspondence either in opposition or in favor of the proposed zone change. The Secretary, then, ex- plained to the Planning Commission the reasoning behind Dr. Hulswit's request for zone reclassification from Residential R-1 to Commercial C-1. Vice-Chairman Olson, then, asked for anyone present to speak in favor of the zone reclass- ification. There being no one present, Vice-Chairman Olson, then, called for those in opposition to the zone change to speak. There being no one in oppo- sition, discussion was opened among the Planning Commission members. After considerable discussion, the Planning Commission members were in consensus that the property should be zoned as R-3 but have no higher zone classifi- cation. Mrs. Hart moved and Mr. Lincoln seconded the motion to continue the hearing on the Hulswit Zone Reclassification from Residential R-1 to Commercial C-1 on the July 9, 1970, regular Planning Commission meeting. The motion was approved by majority. The Planning Commission agreed that a workshop meeting should be set for 7:00 Thursday, June 18, 1970, to consider the change in the Comprehensive Plan along Sylvester Street and Chase Avenue. NEW BUSINESS SIX-YEAR STREET CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM Mr. James McCurry, Building Inspector, City of Pasco, presented the Comm- ission with the Six-Year Street Construction Program. He stated that the City Engineer, Mrs. Sandra R. Stanley, requested comments from the Commission. He further explained that the Engineer stated that a definite recommendation to approve the Six-Year Street Construction Program was not necessary, but she did request their comments and recommendations. Mr. McCurry further explained that their comments and recommendations should reach the City Eng- ineers office prior to June 16, 1970. EAST-WEST ALLEY VACATION BLOCK 2 OWENS ADDITION - File No 70-25 The Secretary explained the location of the alley vacation to the Planning Commission members, of the proposed East-West Alley Vacation between Chestnut and Walnut Streets. The Secretary, also, read the petition signed by three of the property owners, Mr. and Mrs. Harold W. Pierce, 820 S. Chestnut, Mr, and Mrs. Merle W. Baker, 819 S. Walnut, and Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Lund, 816 S. Chestnut. The Secretary, also, read a letter from the City Engineer and Director of the Department of Community Development, Mrs. Sandra R. Stanley, which stated the staff is also in agreement that the alley running east and west between Walnut and Chestnut Avenue and A & B Streets, located in Block 2, Owen's Addition to the City of Pasco, should be vacated, providing Northwest Bell Telephone Company and the Franklin County P.U.D. ill, can retain a utility easement which will allow access for maintenance and repair. A letter from the Pacific Northwest Bell Company was also read. It stated, that they have an existing aerial plant in that alley which was established about 1946. The Telephone Company also stated that they have no objection to the closure, providing they are awarded utility easement, which would allow access for maintenance and repair. The Secretary explained that there was no further correspondence either in favor or against the proposed alley vacation. After considerable discussion, the motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Jackson to recommend approval of the closure based upon the Engineer's recommendation. The motion was approved unanimously. PUEBLO STREET VACATION - File No. 70-26 The Secretary explained to the Planning Commission the location of the pro- posed street vacation and, also, read a letter from the City Engineer, Mrs. Sandra R. Stanley. The letter stated that the Engineering staff of the City of Pasco is in agreement that the Pueblo Street running east and west between north Main Street and north Oregon Street should be vacated. That portion of Pueblo Street to be vacated lies entirely between Block 27 and Block 30 of Frey's Addition to Pasco. The Secretary explained that he had no further correspondence either in favor or in opposition to the proposed Pueblo Street Vacation. After discussion by the Planning Commission members, Mr. Matson made the motion which was seconded by Mr. Nelson, to recommend approval to the City Council of the Pueblo Street Vacation. The motion was approved unanimously. ZONING MAP CHANGE IN COLOR The Secretary explained to the Planning Commission that the colors on the old zoning map were difficult to interpret because of the likeness in color. He further stated that five new zoning maps have been recolored and all new zoning maps have an additional provision for a new zone classification, entitled R-4, which is a zone for mobile home subdivisions. After discussion, the Planning Commission recommended approval to the City Council of the change of color code to the City of Pasco Zoning Map. OLD BUSINESS LETTER MR. ROGER SCOTT BENTON-FRANKLIN COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE The Secretary read a letter to the Planning Commission dated May 14, 1970, from Mr. Roger Scott, Planner, Benton-Franklin County Community Action Comm- ittee, Pasco, Washington, requesting the Planning Commission give a determi- nation as to whether or not the proposed Neighborhood Facility to be located between Richland Park and the Housing project is in conformity with the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Pasco. The Secretary also read a letter in answer to Mr. Scott's letter. The Planning Commission recommended the Chair- man sign the letter, providing that the correction be made on the second page, striking: "a recommendation of the City Planning Commission was made to the City Council to approve the Central Business District Study done by Pence and Stanley_ & Associates in January 1970." LETTER BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT The Secretary read a letter addressed to Mr. David Squires, Chairman of the City of Pasco Board of Adjustment, stating that at the regular meeting of May 14, 1970, the City Planning Commission passed a unanimous motion directing the Sec- retary to the City Planning Commission to write a letter to the Board of Ad- justment expressing their protest to the Board for approval of the Fricke Fence Variance. The Commission felt that by granting the variance, a presidence was set which would allow an individual to construct a fence in violation of the fence and side screen regulations in other areas of the City. The Commission, further, expressed that they hoped decisions in the nature of the Fricke Fence Variance will be averted in the future. It was unanimous consensus that the letter be sent to the Chairman of the Pasco Board of Adjustment. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CHANGE EAST PASCO ON OREGON STREET The Secretary explained that the City Council did Iapprove a change in the Comprehensive Plan. The land use designation from average density residential 1 to commercial was changed for the boundary described as follows: Beginning at the center of the intersection of Salt Lake and Oregon Streets, thence easterly along the center line of Salt Lake Street to the center of the alley of BLOCK 14, Frey's Addition to the City of Pasco, as recorded in Volume B, Page 16, Book of Plats, Franklin County, thence southerly to the center line of Duluth Street, thence easterly along the center line of Duluth Street to the center of the inter- section of Duluth and California Street, thence southerly along the center line of California Street to the center of the intersection of California and Spokane Street, thence westerly to the center line of the alley of Block 143, Pasco Land Company's First Addition to the City of Pasco as recorded in Volume B, Page 39, Book of Plats, Franklin County, thence southerly along the centerline of said Block 143, 144, 145, 146, 147, all in Pasco's Land Company's First Addition to the City of Pasco, Block 7, Long's First Addition to the City of Pasco as recorded in Volume B. Page 30, Book of Plats, Franklin County, to the center line of Clark Street, thence westerly along the center line of Clark Street to the intersection with the northerly extension of the west line of Ludwig's Artesian Well Tract, Long's First Addition to the City of Pasco, as recorded in Volume B, Page 30, Book of Plats, Franklin County, thence southerly along the said westerly boundary, to the center of the east-west alley, Block 5, of said Addition, thence westerly along the center line of said alley to the center of Oregon Street, thence northerly along the center line of Oregon Street to the point of intersection with Salt Lake Street, which is the point of beginning. The existing land use designation from average density residential to high density residential was changed for the boundary described as follows: Beginning at the intersection of Salt Lake Street and the north-south alley of Block 14, Pasco Land Company's First Addition to the City of Pasco, as recorded in Volume B, Page 39, Book of Plats, Franklin County, thence easterly along the Center line of Salt Lake Street to the east line of Section 20, T9N, R30E, W.M. , thence southerly along said east Section line and the east line of Section 29, T9N, R30E (also being the center line of Wehe Street), to the center line of Alvina Street, thence easterly to Franklin Street, thence southerly along Franklin Street to the center of inter- section with the center line of Clark Street, thence westerly along the center line of Clark Street to the intersection with the north-south alley of Block 7, Long's Addition to the City of Pasco, as recorded in Volume B, Page 30, Book of Plats, Franklin County, thence northerly along said north-south alley and Blocks 147, 146, 145, 144, 143 Pasco Land Company's First Addition to the City of Pasco as recorded in Volume B, Page 39, Book of Plats, Franklin County, to the intersection with Spokane Street, thence easterly along the center line of Spokane Street to the intersection with California Street, thence northerly along the center line of California Street to the intersection with Duluth Street, thence westerly along the center line of Duluth Street to the intersection with the north-south alley of Block 14, Frey's Addition to the City of Pasco, as recorded in Volume B, Page 16, Book of Plats, Franklin County, thence northerly along said north-south alley to its intersection with Salt Lake Street being the point of beginning. CITY PLANNING COMMISSION RULES OF PROCEDURE : The City Planning Commission unanimously approved of the amendments to resolution #1, Rules of Procedure for the City Planning Commission, of the City of Pasco, providing that the last sentence of Section 11, be changed to ex-officio members of the Commission have a vote, instead of the Ex-official members of the Commission shall have a vote. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:50 P.M. Respectfully submitted, 0. D. Villines Acting Secretary y City Planning Commission Pasco, Washington CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Regular Meeting July 9, 1970 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The Regular Meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday, July 9, 1970, at the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 P.M. Members Present: Members Absent: Robert Lovelace - Chairman Ethel Sylvester Don Matson G.E. Carter Bonnie Hart Barbara Olson - Vice Chairman Del Lincoln Ralph Oakley Tom Jackson Stuart Nelson A.J. Tate Also present were: O.D. Villines, Acting Secretary, Mr. James McCurry, Building Inspector, Mr. Howard Johnston, Building Inspector, Mrs. Sandra Stanley, Director Department of Community Development, Mr. Williams, Engineering Aid, Ben Rea, Benton-Franklin Governmental Conference. Minutes of the regular meeting held June 11, 1970, were approved as written. 1 PUBLIC HEARINGS: EAGLE ESTATES SUBDIVISION FINAL PLATT - File No. 70-23 The Chairman declared the Public Hearing opened and directed the Secretary to check the file to determine if it was in order. The file was in order. The secretary described the location of the platt and explained to the Planning Commission that the final platt procedures established in the sub- division ordinance of the City of Pasco were met. The Secretary further explained that he had received one letter from Mr. John M. Keltch, Box 2038, Pasco, Washington. The letter stated as follows: "we have set aside lot #11 to be used as a Playground Park, if and when the City can acquire government ground south of A Street. We will develop that park in exchange for return of lot #11. Our help would include leveling, seeding and planting of trees." There was no further correspondence either in favor or opposition to the final platt of the Eagle Estates Subdivision. The Chairman then asked for those present to speak in favor of the Final Platt. Mr. John Sawyer, Sawyers Realty, Pasco, Washington, spoke in favor of the subdivision. He stated there was an extreme need for this type of development in the City. He also stated that Mr. Keltch was probably two years ahead of time in preparing for this type of development. The Chairman then asked for those present to speak in opposition to the Final Platt. There was no one present that spoke in opposition. Chairman Lovelace then declared the Public Hearing closed. Discussion was open among the Planning Commission members. The surveyor was directed to change the name of the street in the subdivision from Road 25 to 25th Avenue. Mr. Oakley moved and Mr. Jackson seconded the motion to approved the Final Platt on the Eagle Estates Subdivision. The motion was carried unamiously. HULSWIT ZONE CHANGE-File No. 70-24 The Secretary was directed to check the file to determine if it was in order. The file was in order. The Secretary explained that Dr. Hulswit was requesting a zone reclassification from Residential R-1 to Commercial C-1 located at 1514 Sylvester Street, Pasco, Washington. The Secretary further explained the Dr. Hulswit's application was before the Planning Commission on June 11, 1970. A motion was passed at that time to postpone the action on the Hulswit Zone Change until July 9, 1970, in order to have a representative or Dr. Hulswit himself present at the meeting. The Secretary further explained that he had received no correspondence in favor or in opposition to the proposed zone reclassification. The Secretary stated that he had received one telephone call from Dr. Hulswit, who explained that' if the C-1 request was not approved he would accept an R-3 zoning reclassification. The Chairman declared the Public Hearing open and asked for those present in the audience to speak in favor of the zone change request from Residential R-1 to Commercial C-1. Mr. John Sawyer, Sawyers Realty, Pasco, Washington, spoke in favor of the proposed zone change. He stated that Dr. Hulswit would be remodeling the existing residence located at 1514 Sylvester Street, and would be improving the building by about 12,000 dollars by remodeling. Dr. Hulswit was also present and spoke in favor of the proposed zone change. He stated that he would accept an R-3 zoning reclassification at this location. There being no one else present to speak in favor of the proposed zone change the Chairman then asked for those in opposition to the zone change to speak. There being no one present, the Chairman declared the Public Hearing closed. Discussion was open among the Planning Commission members. After a considerable discussion, Mr. Nelson moved and Mr. Jackson seconded to approve the zone reclassification from Residential R-1 to Residential R-3. The motion was carried unamiously. NETTLESHIP ZONE CHANGE-File No. 70-28 The Secretary was directed to check the file to determine if it was in order. The file was in order. The Secretary further explained that Mr. Nettleship was requesting a zone reclassification from Residential R-1 to Residentieal R-3 on the property directly north of the Robert Frost School and Hillcrest Nursing Home, but south of the 410 Bypass Highway. The Secretary also explained that Mr. Nettleship has plans of immediate development of 54 one, two, and three bedroom units of 236 rent supplement apartment housing. The Secretary presented the Planning Commission plot plans and typical floor plans for the 54 unit apartment complex. The Chairman then declared the Public Hearing open and asked for those present in the audience to speak. Mr. Arnie Nebble, of Sherwood and Roberts Realty, spoke in favor of the proposed zone change. He stated that there was a need for additional housing in the area for college students. He further stated that it would assist the community as far as providing more housing to accomodate the increase in the student enrollment at the college. No one else was present to speak in favor of the proposed zone change. The Chairman then asked for those present to speak in opposition to the zone change. There was no one present who spoke in opposition. The Chairman then declared the Public Hearing closed and opened discussion among the Planning Commission members. Mr. Lincoln questioned Mr. Nebble concerning access to the proposed development. Mr. Nebble stated that they were considering reopening vacated Jay Street. He also stated that they have permission from the Mormon Church who will give up 30 feet of the vacated Jay Street, as well as Jack Nettleship, who will give up 30 feet to allow for a sixty foot street at this location. Mr. Matson stated that it has been a policy of the Planning Commission to revert the zoning back to R-1 if development does not occur within one year. i Mr. Nelson moved to approve the Nettleship Zone reclassification from Residential R-1 to Residential R-3, providing that development does occur in one year. Mr. Matson seconded the motion and it was approved unanimously. CHANGE IN THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN WEST PASCO-File No. 70-30 The Secretary was directed to check the file and determine if it was in order. The file was in order. The Secretary explained that the Planning Commission was considering the change in the Comprehensive Plan from average density residential to high density residential on the north and the south half of the block bordering Sylvester Street between Chase Avenue and Adams Avenue. The Secretary further explained he had received no correspondence in favor or in opposition to the proposed change to the Comprehensive Plan other than a personal contact by Mrs. Avery Castiel, 1727 West Sylvester, who expressed that she was in favor of the proposed change in the Comprehensive Plan. She further stated that she would like to see the vacant property on the north and the south half of the block bordering Sylvester Street be developed. The Chairman then declared the Public Hearing open and asked for those present to speak in favor of the proposed change in the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. John Sawyers, Sawyers Realty, Pasco, Washington, was present and did speak in favor of the change of zoning to the Comprehensive Plan. He stated that there was a need for more high density residential property in the City of Pasco. Mr. Harry H. Moore, Fowler Realty, was also present and spoke in favor of the proposed change in the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Moore expressed that high density residential, R-3, zoning of the City of Pasco, was misleading. He stated that there should be a zone between the high } density residential and commercial. Mrs. Stanley stated that other cities in the State of Washington did have a Business Zone, which would allow certain businesses in the zone that were not allowed in the high density residential zone. There being no one else present to speak in favor of the propsed change to the Comprehensive Plan, the Chairman asked for anyone present to speak in opposition to the change in the Comprehensive Plan. There being no one present, the Chairman declared the Public Hearing closed, and opened discussion among the Planning Commission members. It was the concensus of the Planning Commission that the suggestion by Mrs. Stanley, concerning a business zone between the residential R-3 (high density residential) and commercial should be considered for inclusion in the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Pasco. The motion was made by Mr. Matson and seconded by Mr. Jackson to recommend to the Council the change in the Comprehensive Plan from average density residential to high density residential on the north and south half of the block boarding Sylvester Street between Chase and Adams Avenues. The motion was carried unanimously. KNANESTER FENCE VARIANCE-File No 70-21 The Secretary was directed to check the file to determine if it was in order. The file was in order. The Secretary read a letter from Hazel Knanester, of 2003 and 2007 North Hickory, stating they wished to construct a six foot high fence from the rear corner to the front corner of their house, in accordance with Section 6-6 or Ordinance 1203. The Secretary stated that the Planning Commission had the authority to grant such a variance under this section of the Zoning Ordinance. A letter was also read from Mr. George Stork of 1723 West Marie Street, stating that he had no objection to Mr. & Mrs. John Knanester j of 2003 and 2007 North Hickory, erecting a six foot fence between their property and the property that Mr. Stork owns at 935 West Liola Street. The Secretary then presented the Planning Commission a sketch of the proposed fence and its location. After considerable discussion by the Planning Commission, Mr. Nelson moved and Mr. Tate seconded to approve the erection of a six foot fence between the rear portion of the house and the front portion of the house located at 2003 and 2007 North Hickory Street. The motion was carried unanimously. SCHOR FENCE VARIANCE-File No. 70-27 The Secretary was directed by the Chairman to determine if the file was in order. The file was in order. A letter was read from Mr. & Mrs. Al Schor, 1011 West Park Street, stating that they wished to construct a five foot high fence from the front corner to the rear corner of their home, and continue with a six foot high fence from the rear corner of their home to the rear of their property in accordance with Section 6-6,Ordinance 1203. A letter was also read from Mr. & Mrs. Helen Schouviller, of 4013 West Nixon, Pasco, Washington, stating that she granted permission to Mr. & Mrs. Al Schor to construct a five and six foot fence between his property and the property that they owned at 4013 West Nixon Street. The Secretary also presented the Planning Commission with a sketch of the proposed fence construction and stated that the Planning Commission had the authority under Section 6-6, Ordinance 1203 to allow a six foot fence between the front portion of the house to the rear portion of the house. After considerable discussion by the Planning Commission, Mr. Oakley moved, and Mr. Jackson seconded, to approve the erection of the five foot fence between the rear portion of the house to the front portion of the house, and from the side fence to the front portion of the house, located at 1011 West Park Street. The motion was carried unamiously. APPLICANTS A motion was made by Mr. Matson and seconded by Mrs. Hart not to consider any application for a zone change request or a petition for a fence variance by the Planning Commission if the applicant or a delegated representative was not present at the City Planning Commission meeting. The motion was approved by a majority. NEW BUSINESS LETTER WASHINGTON STATE WATER POLLUTION CONTROL COMMISSION The Secretary explained that at their workshop meeting on June 18, 1970, the City Planning Commission directed him to write a letter to the Washington State Water Pollution Control Commission, expressing the Planning Commission's objection to the water discharge permit application number 3285 by Mr. Charlie Cox Potato Farms, 1315 First Avenue, Pasco, Washington. The letter stated as follows: "At a Workshop Meeting on June 18, 1970, the City Planning Commission directed me to write a letter protesting Mr. Charlie Cox's application for a permit to discharge industrial waste waster into the ground at the approximate location of 1315 North First Avenue, Franklin County, Washington. The Planning Commission has, on a number of occassions, received numerous complaints regarding odors originating from potato debris and potato wash water at the above named location, and from other potato plants in the area. Having consulted with the City Engineer, Mrs. Sandra R. Stanley, also the Director of the Department of Community Development for the City of Pasco, we believe that a washwater lagoon is not the most effective way of handling potato washwater. A recommendation was made by the City Planning Commission that Mr. Cox make proper connection to municipal sewage systems." OLD BUSINESS SIGN ORDINANCE-File No. 70-6 Mr, Matson moved and Mr. Lincoln seconded the motion to continue the hearing on the Sign Ordinance File Number 70-6 until Thursday, July 16, 1970, at 7:30 P.M. The motion was carried unanimously. It was the concensus of the Planning Commission that the Secretary was to mail copies of all letters received from the various sign companies, gas and oil companies, and businessmen, to them prior to the sign hearing on July 16, 1970, ADJOURNMENT There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:45 P.M. Respectfully submitted, O.D. Villines Acting Secretary City Planning Commission Pasco, Washington CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING July 16, 1970 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The continuation of the Regular Meeting of the City Planning Commission held on Thursday, July 9, 1970, was scheduled and held on Thursday, July 16, 1970, at the Pasco City Hall, at 8:00 P.M. Members Present: Members Absent: Robert Lovelace - Chairman G.E. Carter Barbara Olson - Vice Chairman Ethel Sylvester Don Matson Del Lincoln Bonnie Hart Ralph Oakley Tom Jackson Stuart Nelson A.J. Tate Also present were: O.D. Villines, Acting Secretary; Mrs. Sandra Stanley, City Engineer and Director of the Department of Community Development; Mr. James McCurry, Building Inspector; Mr. E.A. Snider, Building Inspector; and Mr. Harold Johnston, Building Inspector. CITY SIGN ORDINANCE - File No. 70-6 The Chairman declared the Public Hearing opened and directed the Secretary to check the file to determine if it was in order. The file was in order. The Chairman explained that the reason for this hearing was to get the opinion and concern of the businessmen and sign companies concerning the proposed sign ordinance. The Chairman then called for those present to speak in favor of the proposed sign ordinance. There being no one present who spoke in favor of the ordinance, the Chairman called for those present to speak in opposition to the sign ordinance. SIZE OF SIGN IN C-1 ZONE Mr. Howard Young, representing Young's of Pasco, was concerned with why a new sign ordinance was needed. He stated that if the existing sign ordinance was amended to some extent, we would not have the problem that we are facing tonight. He also expressed that the size of the sign in a C-1 zone was to small. He explained that five years ago when the existing sign ordinance was being written, considerable effort was expended by all entities concerned, including the City, in arriving at a workable, livable sign ordinance. Mr. Young felt that the existing sign ordinance was good, all that was needed were a few amendments. Mr. Al Levitt, representing the Greater Pasco Business- men's Association, stated that he was in favor of the proposed sign ordinance and especially in favor of the Board of Appeals Section to the Ordinance. Mr. Dick Wallingford, representing Heath Northwest, Inc. , expressed to the Planning Commission that the esthetics of a sign can't be controlled by the size of the sign. He felt that the 60 foot limitation should be dropped, and the size of the sign in a C-1 zone should be increased from the 60 square feet that is proposed. He further stated that the Planning Commission should be concerned with the esthetics of the sign, not the size of the sign. Mr. Fred Robertson, Top Hat Cafe, expressed that he was in agreement with Mr. Young's comments. He also questioned the Planning Commission concerning why a new ordinance was necessary. Mr. Perry Clark, Dwinell's Central Neon, stated that the 60 square foot limitation was to small for a sign in a C-1 zone. He felt that this should be dropped, and the square footage of a sign should exceed 60 square feet. He further stated that oil companies have national standardized signs which exceed 60 square feet. He further stated that if a new ordinance were passed, 89 signs that Dwinell's Central Neon have up would not comply with the proposed sign ordinance in the City of Pasco. HEIGHT OF FREE STANDING SIGNS Terry Robertson stated that the proposed ordinance does not encourage new business or encourage an individual to improve his business in the City of Pasco. He stated that a new ordinance would discourage businessmen and new business coming into the City of Pasco. He stated that the businessmen should not be hurt by the proposed ordinance. He suggested that the City devise a workable ordinance which would encourage new business in the City of Pasco. Mr. Harold Young further stated that the Planning Commission was opening up a can of worms by considering a new ordinance when actually an amendment to the existing ordinance is all that would be necessary. Mr. Dick Wallingford, Heath Northwest, Inc. , stated that the 50 foot limitation of the height of the sign might be to restrictive, and he proposed a 65 foot height of a sign. He stated that 65 feet would not be detrimental to the City, if they were adequately spaced. Mr. Perry Clark, Dwinell's Central Neon, stated that there should be no limitation on the height of a sign unless it was unsafe. He further stated that no sign should be installed over 50 feet unless engineering and architectrial specifications were submitted along with the plans of the sign. Mr. Dick Mankie, Pence and Stanley & Associates, questioned Mr. Clark, concerning whether their company installed signs 50 feet in height, without engineering and architectrial designs. Mr. Clark stated that all major signs installed by the Dwinell's Central Neon were engineered. Mr. Al Levitt, representing the Greater Pasco Businessmen's Association, stated that in large metropolitan area signs exceeding 50 feet in height should possibly be considered, but not in the City of Pasco. Mr. Dick German stated that the Enco Station at the approximate location of Court Street } and the U.S. 12 Bypass had considered installing a 65' flashing light type sign which would have possibly been distractful to the residents in the area. The County backed the City of Pasco in keeping the height of the sign down to 50 feet. Mr. Grosbeier, representing the Greater Pasco Businessmen's Association, stated that there should definitly be a standard height limitation of signs. He further stated that if the new ordinance were approved with a 65' height sign limitation it would be unfair to people who had complied with the existing sign ordinance. Mr. Perry Clark, Dwinell's Central Neon, further stated that the Federal Aviation Administration regulates the height of some signs in the City of Pasco. There was a question from the Planning Commission concerning the height limitation of a sign regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration. Mr. Clark stated that it was 50 feet in some areas of the City. FLUSH MOUNTED SIGNS Rick Parkey, representing the Columbia Basin Outdoor Advertising Company, Pasco, Washington, stated that he wished to go on record as indorsing the existing sign ordinance. Mr. Harold Young, representing Young's of Pasco, stated that he was in favor of amending the existing ordinance. Mr. Matson, Planning Commission Member, questioned Mr. Grosbeier representing the Greater Pasco Businessmen's Association, concerning the percentage of Pasco's businessmen who were members of the Greater Pasco Businessmen's Association. Mr. Grosbeier stated that approximately 85 per cent of the businessmen in the City of Pasco were in favor of the Greater Pasco Businessmen's Association recommendation to the City Council, and to the City Planning Commission. Mr. Harold Young, Young's of Pasco, stated that he thinks Article 13 should be changed to include a time limit which would require an individual to come into conformance with the proposed sign ordinance. He stated that there should not be a Grandfather Clause, which would allow a distractful sign to remain standing until infinity. Mr. Richard German, Planning Liason Aid Franklin County, Washington, stated that the size of the sign and the zone should be regulated in relationship to the land use of that zone. Mr. Perry Clark, J representing Dwinell's Central Neon, stated that he would like to go on record as indorsing the existing sign ordinance, and making amendments, but not adopting a new sign ordinance. OFF PREMISE SIGNS Mrs. Sandra Stanley, City Engineer and Director of the Department of Community Development stated that a section should be inserted in the proposed sign ordinance which would allow for off premise signs. She further stated that off premise signs should go to the Board of Adjust- ment for a determination as to whether they are needed for the betterment of the business and to direct traffic to that business. She stated one example is the Sage and Sun Motel. . When the State Highway moved, the Sage and Sun Motel would have been out of business if they did not have an off premise sign directing traffic to their business. Mr. Wallingsford, represent- ing Heath Northwest, Inc. , stated that off premise sigrjs should be allowed, in addition to directional signs. There being no further discussion, concerning the proposed sign ordinance, Mr. Matson moved, and Mr. Tate seconded, to set a workshop meeting for 7:00 P.M. Thursday, July 23, 1970. The motion was carried unamiously. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Mr. Matson, and seconded by Mrs. Bonnie Hart, to adjourn. The motion was approved unamiously. The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M. Respectfully submitted, ' O.D. VILLINES Acting Secretary City Planning Commission Pasco, Washington CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING August 13, 1970 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday, August 13, 1970, at the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 P.M. Members Present: Members Absent: Robert Lovelace - Chairman Don Matson Barbara Olson - Vice Chairman Ralph Oakley Bonnie Hart G.E. Carter Tom Jackson Ethel Sylvester Del Lincoln A.J. Tate Stuart Nelson Also present were: Ben D. Rea, Secretary; Mrs. Sandra Stanley, Director, Department of Community Development. Minutes of the meeting held July 9 and 16, 1970, were approved as written. HEARINGS: EAST WEST ALLEY VACATION BLOCK 3 OWEN'S ADDITION-File No. 70-33 The Chairman read the petition signed by four of the property owners, Virgil L. Layton, 820 S. Walnut; Mary S. Bozlee, 819 Myrtle, Ellen M. Dahl, 815 S. Myrtle; and Roger D. Besack, 205 E. 3rd, Kennewick, Washington. The Chairman also read a letter from the City Engineer, and Director of Department of Community Development, Mrs. Sandra R. Stanley, which stated that the staff was in agreement with the vacation of the alley running east and west between Walnut and Myrtle Streets, and A and B Streets, located in Block 3, Owen's Addition, City of Pasco. She believes that it should be vacated, providing Northwest Bell Telephone, and the Franklin County P.U.D. #1 can retain the utility easement which would allow for access for maintenance and repair. A motion was made by Mrs. Barbara Olson, and seconded by Mr. Stuart Nelson, to recommend approval of the vacation based on the Engineers recommendation. The motion was unanimously approved. NEW BUSINESS UNDERGROUNDING ORDINANCE, RENTON-AUBURN Mrs. Sandra R. Stanley, Director of the Department of Community Development, Pasco, Washington, explained that this was an informational item, and that there was no rush in considering any proposal to the City Council on the undergrounding ordinances. The Commissioners should read and be familiar with these, and have any meaningful comments for future meetings. Mrs. Stanley also explained that there was very possibly be a meeting in September of the City Council meeting with the traffic engineer of the City of Renton concerning Renton.'s underground ordinance. It was generally agreeded to wait for the joint meeting with the City Council on the undergrounding ordinances. SIGN ORDINANCE-File No. 70-6 The Secretary presented the Commission with the suggested additions to the proposed sign ordinance. Mr. Stuart Nelson commented that the sign ordinance was not to put any companies out of business. He further commented that we should put billboards on highways, and that we should define the downtown section, which no billboards are allowed in this downtown section. Mr. Perry Clark, Dwinell's Neon, commented that we should restrict signs in the C-1 zone, but not C-2. Mrs. Barbara Olson, commented that we should recommend adoption of the sign ordinances with proposed revisions to the City Council. Mr. Struart Nelson disagreed. Mr. Nelson commented that we should not hurt business, but should beautify the City. Mr. Perry Clark, Dwinell's commented that the variance on all permanent signs should be up to 350 sq. ft. , not 200 sq, ft. as presently suggested, on off premise signs. Mr. Smith, Heath Company, commented that we should not restrict the Board of Adjustment on variances allowed. Mr. Smith further commented that we could not forsee all circumstances in the future, and therefore, should not put restrictions on the Board of Adjustment. Mr. Charles Grigg commented that the proposed ordinance as suggested, would cost him a large amount of money, but he was in favor of this, because it would make a nicer city in appearance. He further commended the Commission on many hours of work and time put into the ordinance. Mr. Young also commented on the wonderful job that the City Planning Commission had done in considering this ordinance, but that we should have some control on what can happen in the Board of Adjustment. A suggestion was made to limit billboards to the major arterials in the City, and these arterials should be named. Mr. Stuart Nelson made a motion to exclude billboards from 12th to Tacoma; Bonneville to A. This is to be the CBD. The motion died for lack of second. Mrs. Barbara Olson made a motion to recommend, to the Council, the proposed ordinance with the suggested changes. Tom Jackson seconded. ELECTION FOR SECRETARY The Chairman called for nominations for the position for Secretary. Mr. Robert Lovelace nominated Ben D. Rea, Assitant Planner, City of Pasco. Mrs. Barbara Olson seconded. The motion unanimously carried. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea Secretary City Planning Commission City of Pasco, Washington CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Regular Meeting September 10, 1970 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on September 10, 1970, at the Pasco City Hall, at 8:00 P.M. Members Present: Members Absent: Robert Lovelace, Chairman G.E. Carter Barbara Olson, Vice-Chairman A.S. Tate Bonnie Hart Del Lincoln Tom Jackson Donald Matson Stewart Nelson Ralph Oakley Ethel Sylvester Also Present: Ben D. Rea, Secretary, Pasco Planning Commission; Mrs. Sandra R. Stanley, Director, Department of Community Development. The minutes of the regular meeting held August 13, 1970, were approved as written. HEARINGS: Sign Ordinance - File No. 70-6 Mrs. Stanley presented the revised proposed ordinance. This revised ordinance was slightly different than the one which was presented and recommended to the City Council at the last Planning Commission Meeting. The changes in most part were merely editorial changes, but needed confirmation from the Planning Commission. These changes were presented and considered. Mr. Donald Matson moved that we accept the revised proposed ordinance. Mr. Tom Jackson seconded. The vote was 7-1, opposing vote coming from Mr. Stuart Nelson. Landing Field Zone Mrs. Sandra Stanley further commented that probably in the next meeting there would be a proposed airport landing zone. This ordinance is necessary for the Port of Pasco to further expand the Tri-City Airport. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea Secretary City Planning Commission Pasco, Washington f CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Regular Meeting October 8, 1970 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday, October 8, 1970, at the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 P.M. Members Present: Members Absent: Barbara Olson, Vice-Chairman Robert Lovelace, Chairman Bonnie Hart G.E. Carter Thomas B. Jackson Ralph, D. Oakley Del Lincoln Ethel Sylvester Stewart Nelson A.J. Tate Donald Matson Also Present: Ben D. Rea, Secretary Minutes of the meeting held September 10, 1970 were approved as written. PUBLIC HEARING Gifford-Hill Zone Change - File No, 70-34 The Vice-Chairman declared the Public Hearing open. The Secretary checked the file and it was determined to be in order. The Secretary pointed out the property in question on the zoning map, and explained the proposed zone change. The Vice-Chairman then asked if there was anyone present to speak for the proposed zone change. Mr. Lawrence Whiteley, area manager, Gifford-Hill Company was present. He explained his division of the company is an irrigation business. A business with circular irrigation system. They hope to have plastic pipe in the future. If the zone change is approved, this will be the operational north- west headquarters for Gifford-Hill & Company. Mr. Donald Matson asked what the immediate use of the land would be. Mr. Whiteley explained that at first it would be sales and warehousing. If the sales in the Columbia Basin warrant, manufacturing at a future date could be a possiblity. They are presently anticipating using 10 of the 33 acres, but they want room to expand if manufacturing at a future date becomes a necessity. Mrs. Barbara Olson asked how many would be employed immediately. Mr. Whiteley explained not to many. There was noone to speak in opposition. Mr. Stewart Nelson moved that the Commission recommend to the City Council that the property be rezoned from R-1 to I-1. Motion was seconded by Tom Jackson, and was carried by unanimous vote. OTHER BUSINESS Mr. Stewart Nelson moved that we recommend to the City Council the following amendment of the Sign Ordinance. The amendments states that "off premise directional sign may be permitted in a C-1 zone by the Board of Adjustment, but in no instance shall the size of the off premise directional sign be 200 square feet in a C-1 Zone, or exceed this figure. A definition of an off premise directional sign shall be "a sign indicating the distance and route to J a business or service that is erected on a parcel other than that of the business." This motion was seconded by Bonnie Hart. The motion carried unanimously. Petition Costs The Secretary suggested that the cost for a rezone petition land a variance be raised. It was the Secretary's suggestion that the petition for a change of zone be raised from $45.00 to $75.00, and that the petition for variance be raised from $15.00 to $25.00. Mr. Donald Matson recommended that the fee be raised to $60.00 on a petition for zone change and left the same on a variance. Mr. Stewart Nelson seconded. The vote carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea Secretary City Planning Commission Pasco, Washington CITY OF PASCO POST OFFICE BOX 293 1 TELEPHONE (509) 547-8801 1 PASCO, WASHINGTON 99301 November 6, 1970 Dear Planning Commission Member: The regular scheduled meeting of the Pasco Planning Commission for the month of November, 1970, is cancelled. This was to be held on November 12, 1970. The next scheduled meeting will be December 10, 1970. Sincerely yours, 134'M a OcL.. Ben D. Rea Secretary City Planning Commission BR:jm CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Special Meeting December 16, 1970 The special meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Wednesday, December 16, 1970, at the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 P.M. Members present: Members absent: Robert Lovelace, Chairman G. E. Carter Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Bonnie Hart Ethel Sylvester Thomas Jackson A. J. Tate Ralph Oakley Stuart Nelson Donald Matson Del Lincoln Also present, Ben D. Rea, Secretary Minutes of the meeting held October 8, 1970 were approved as written. New Business R-1 Suburban Zone Ordinance Change File No. 70-43 The Commission was presented with a possible amendment of Section 2.3 and 2.5 of Ordinance No. 1203. This is the R-1 Suburban Zone section. Mrs. Sandra Stanley, Director of the Department of Community Development, explained that no land presently within the City limits is zoned R-1 Suburban, and that with a few changes it would become compatible with Franklin County's Suburban Zone. She further explained that the present ordinance does not specifically allow the keeping of animals. The proposed changes would specify the number of animals per acre allowed in accordance with the existing zoning in Franklin County. The other change as presented would allow nurseries and greenhouses by Special Permit in the R-1 Suburban Zone. Mrs . Stanley further stated that most of the land in the proposed annexation area would be zoned R-1 Suburban and these changes were needed to insure no hardship would be incurred in the proposed annexed area. Mrs. Barbara Olson moved that we recommend to the Council the proposed Ordinance that allows specific animal .units on specific acreage and allows nurseries, green houses by Special Permit. Mr. Stuart Nelson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Nettleship Plot Review File No. 70-28 e Secretary presented the Commission with a copy of the proposed development of the Nettleship land in the Headlight Addition. The Secretary further explained that in this plan Mr. Nettleship was to dedicate twenty feet of right of way on the southern boundary of his land. This combined with the existing thirty feet of right of way would make a fifty foot right of way from Road 22 to Road 24 on Jay Street. Mr. Del Lincoln moved to accept a fifty foot right of way between Road 22 and Road 24 on Jay Street instead of the sixty foot as previously stated by Mr. Nettleship. Mrs. Barbara Olson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Sign Ordinance File No. 70-06 Del Lincoln moved that we recommend to the City Council an amendment to the Sign Ordinance consisting of the following changes: Page 2 CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Special Meeting December 16, 1970 1 . Rewording of: Section 6.6 SPACING One freestanding sign may be placed and maintained on any parcel that is 10,000 square feet or less. An additional freestanding sign may be permitted on any parcel for each additional 15,000 square feet or portion thereof. Freestanding signs consisting of over 200 square feet shall not be placed closer than 250 lineal feet to each other. Public gasoline filling stations may have one additional freestanding sign limited to 32 square feet, between the property line and pump line/or building line. 2. Rewording of: Section 14.6 (b) The total display area of all types of signs located in any one parcel in a C-1 Zone shall not exceed 600 square feet, except in parcels of 10,000 square feet or more, where the provisions of Section 14.12 (c) apply. 3. Rewording of: Section 14.9 (b) The total display area of all types of signs located in any one parcel shall not exceed 750 square feet or more, where the provisions of Section 14.12 (c) apply. Mrs . Barbara Olson seconded the motion, and the motion carried unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Secretary City Planning Commission 1