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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 1973.pdf } CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING February 8, 1973 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held February 8, 1973, at 8:05 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Pasco City Hall, Pasco, Washington. Members Present: Members Absent: Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Del Lincoln, Chairman Ralph Oakley Larry Forbes Donald Matson Bonnie Hart Thomas Jackson Stuart Nelson Donald Linton The minutes of the meeting held December 14, 1972, were tabled until the next meeting. Also present: Ben D. Rea, Secretary, James E. Williams, 1903 Ruby Street, Pasco, Washington Dick Willsey & Jim O'Connor, P. 0. Box 2592, Pasco, Washington, Bill Blackburn, Urban Renewal Department, Christine Erwen, 1708 West Clark, Pasco, Washington. PUBLIC HEARINGS Willsey - O'Connor Zone Change R-1 to R-3 Vice Chairman Olson declared the hearing open. The Secretary pointed out the area re- quested for a change of zone classification. Speaking for the requested change was Mr. Willsey. Mr. Willsey stated that the reason for his request is to construct an office for mortgage financing. This building is expected to be finished by December 1973. He plans to build on Lot 20 and maybe a portion of 19. Mr. Mikelson stated that he was not fiecessarily for or against the proposed zone change. Mr. Richardson stated that he was against the construction of High Density Apartments being built. Mr. Mikelson also spoke about the traffic problem in reference to the 4-10 Apartments. He seems to think that people were using the alley for a highway. Mr. Willsey told him that he had talked to the Highway Department on making an entrance from Chase. Mr. Matson asked if there would be adequate parking space for this project. Mrs. Olson asked if all the property would be used? Mr. Willsey replied no. Vice Chair- man declared the hearing closed. Mr. Oakley moved that the Commission recommend the requested zone change to the City Council, and if the property was not used in one (1) year it would revert back to its present zone. Mr. Matson seconded the motion. The motion carried unnanimously. Williams Zone Change C-1 to C=3 The Vice Chairman declared the hearing open. The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a zone change. Page 2 February 8, 1973 City Planning Commission Mr. Williams stated he owns the property and now have an Auto Tune-up Shop on it for almost a year. He want to be able to sale used cars legally. In the past he sold a few used cars. He never intends to have a large use car lot. His parking lot now is black top and use it for customer parking now. He also said that there is a lumber yard and a welding shop south of him about three blocks. Mrs. Olson told the commission that she received a call concerning this zone change request, and that they were concerned about the zone change request. Mr. Williams stated that he had developed a nice clean business and there is never any jumk cars around. Vice Chairman Olson declared the hearing closed. Mr. Matson moved that the requested zone change be recommended for approval and sent to the City Council. Mr. Jackson second the motion. The motion failed on a two (2) yes votes and three (3) no votes. Mr. -Matson, and Mn. Jackson voted yes. Mrs. Olson, Mr. Linton, and Oakley voted no. Mr. Oakley then moved that the Planning Commission recommend denial of the requested zone change. Mr. Linton seconded. The motion carried with Mrs. Olson, Mr. Linton, and Oakley voting yes . Mr. Jackson and Mr. Matson voted no. Columbia East II Final Subdivision Mr. Ben Rea pointed out the area requested for a final subdivision approval. Rv^ Speaking ' the subdivision was Mr. Thompson of Kennewick. He stated that when the inter- change is completed it definitely will be ready for development. And he is asking for an approval from the Commission. The Vice Chairman declared the hearing closed. Mr. Matson moved thdtnthe Planning Commission recommend approval of the request. Mr. Jackson seconded. The motion carried unanimously. New Business Street Vacation Urban Renewal Mr. Rea described the area requested for vacation. Bill Blackburn of Urban Renewal represented this department. Mr. Blackburn talked about easements that should be there. A hearing date was set for March 6, 1973. The question , was asked if there was an urgency in this request? Mr. Blackburn answered yes, because a fence needed to be, put up. Mr. Matson stated he was very displeased over the way this request was put before the Commission. Mr. Oakley moved thet the request for the vacation be granted and be subject to easements. Mr. Linton seconded the motion. The motion carried with one obstaining this was Mr. Matson. Street Vacation Gray's Amended Addition The Secretary indicated the area for the Street Vacation rgquest. Speaking for the Street Vacation was Christine Erwin. She feels that it is time that these streets were vacated. And the property is under one Ownership. Mr. Linton wanted to know is this request would help the purchaser? Mrs. Erwin answered Yes. Page 3 February 8, 1973 City Planning Commission Mr. Oakley moved that the Street Vacation be subject to easements. Mr. Jackson seconded the motion. Mr. Matson obstained. Old Business Comprehensive Plan N. E. Pasco Mr. Matson told the Commission that he would rather wait for the other members to be present to take care of all old business. Vice chairman Olson pospond this until the next meeting on March 8, 1973. Meeting adjourned at 8:57 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea Secretary CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING March 8, 1973 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was' held March 8, 1973, at 8:05 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of the Pasco City Hall, Pasco, Washington. Members Present Members Absent Del Lincoln, Chairman Barbara Olson, Vice_Chairman Thomas Jackson Stuart Nelson Donald Matson Ralph Oakley Donald Linton Larry Forbes Jim Lisk The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as written. Mr. Donald Matson made a motion concerning corrections that he made in the past, but never show up in the minutes, and in the future the Secretary should see that when changes are made they are put in the minutes. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Olson Zone Change R-1 to C-1 The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a zone change. And stated that the re- quest was in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan. Speaking for the zone change was Mr. Orville Olson. He would like to develop the property into an office building, which is in the planning stage now. At the present time no decision has been made as to what direction the building will face. If the request is approved the building will be in the process this summer '73. Chairman Lincoln delcared the hearing closed. Mr. Ralph Oakley made a motion recommending approval of the requested zone change, and that it must be developed within one year or the property would revert back to its present zoning. Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Comprehensive Plan N. E. Pasco The Secretary pointed out the area in question, and told the Commission that the City was in the process of getting opinions as to who would like to have City Water. A Public Hearing was felt to be in order for the proposed Comprehensive Plan. NEW BUSINESS Animals The Secretary read a letter from the City Manager concerning possible modifications to the zoning code and animal code to clearify recent problems with large animals within the City. After discussion Mr. Matson moved that the Animal Corral be kept at least 50 Page 2 1 March 8, 1973 / City Planning Commission feet from residence and that the animal code state specifically that animals be kept in conformance with the zoning code. Mr. Oakley seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Arcades The Secretary read a letter from the City Manager concerning possible restrictions on Arcades. After discussion Mr. Matson moved that the following definition be included in the zoning code, and that the Arcade be a conditional use in a C-2 zone. Arcades: Means any establishment or part ther of that sells or displays material or devices dealing with sexual activities. Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. ELECTION OF OFFICERS Chairman Mr. Ralph Oakley nominated Del Lincoln. Del Lincoln nominated Donald Matson. After a count of ballots, Del Lincoln was elected Chairman. Vice Chairman Mr. Thomas Jackson nominated Donald Matson. Del Lincoln nominated Barbara Olson. After a count of ballots, Barbara Olson was elected Meeting adjourned at 9:07 Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea Secretary REGULAR MEETING CITY PLANNING COMMISSION APRIL 12, 1973 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on April 12, 1973, at 8:02 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall . MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT 1 . Del Lincoln, Chairman 1 . Donald Linton 2. Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman 2. Larry Forbes 3. Thomas Jackson 4. Ralph Oakley 5. Jim Lisk 6. Donald Matson 7. Stuart Nelson PUBLIC HEARINGS Smith Zone Change R-1 to R-3 The Chairman declared the hearing open. The Secretary had no correspondence other than the petition itself. He pointed out the area in question, and stated that the request was in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan. Mrs. Roberta Smith spoke in behalf of the requested zone change classification. She would like to do photo finishing, and in order to get a business license she had to get the property rezoned. Her work is to be commercial only. Mr. Stuart Nelson moved that the Commission recommended approval of the requested zone change. Donald Matson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Planning Department Zone-Change I4 to R-3 The Chairman declared the hearing open. The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a zone change. The area was to be a Trailer Park, but never was deaeloeed. The Chairman stated that the area is a bad spot for a Trailer Park. Mrs. Barbara Olson recommended approval of the requested zone change. Mr. Stuart Nelson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Alley Vacation A. M. Wehe's Whitehouse Addition The Secretary pointed out the area in question. Mr. Stuart Nelson recommended approval of the alley vacation. Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried I unanimously. Page 2 CitV Planning Commission April 12, 1973 NEW BUSINESS Bicycle Trails The Commission were given information on this and they are to study it. The Secretary stated that hopefully representatives from bicycle clubs could be present at the next meeting. With there being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Secretary Pasco City Planning Commission CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING May 10, 1973 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held May 10, 1973 at 8:03 p.m. in the City of Pasco Council Chambers, City of Pasco, Washington. Members Present Members Absent Del Lincoln, Chairman Donald Linton Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Larry Forbes Thomas Jackson Stuart Nelson Jim Lisk Ralph Oakley Donald Matson The minutes of the previous meeting were approved as written. PUBLIC HEARINGS William Zone Change I-1 to R-3 The hearing was declared opened. The Secretary told the commission that he had received no correspondence on the request of zone change other than the petition itself. Speaking for the Change of Zone Classification was John Williams. Mr. Williams told the Commission that the area was in need of.property to put Mobile Homes, and this to him was an ideal location. Mr. Stuart Nelson recommended that the Commission approve the requested zone change. Mrs. Barbara Olson seconded. The motion carried unanimously. William Preliminary Subdivision The hearing was declared opened. The Secretary told the Commission that he had received a Preliminary Plat, and correspondence from the Franklin County PUD 411. Speaking for the Subdivision was John Williams. The area in question is located near the Flimingo Villiage. The hearing was declared closde. Mr. Donald Matson recommended approval of the Preliminary Subdivision subject to the requested easement from the PUD. Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Mr. Eldon Fuller from the Pasco School District spoke to the Commission on the closure of Road 24 between Octave and Marie. This is a potential hazard for school children. This street is used for a Hot Rod Area and he feel that in the future it could cause an accident for the children using this street during school hours. The-school board would like to see the area around the school closed. This situation has been introduced to the City Engineer, and she thought perhaps that during the school hours, five days a week nine months a year, signs can be used.to control access traffic in the area. Mrs. Olson recommended that this be recommended to the City Engineer. Mr. Stuart Nelson seconded the motion. The motion carried, Page 2 May 10, 1973 City Planning Commission Kathy Utz from Social Planning made a presentation to the City Planning Commission con- cerning Social Planning, it's goal and objectives. Meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea Secretary CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING June 14, 1973 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held June 14, 1973, at 8:00 P.M. in the City of Pasco Council Chambers, Pasco, Washington. Members Present Members Absent Stuart Nelson Del Lincoln, Chairman Jim Lisk Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Don Linton Larry Forbes Ralph Oakley Don Matson Tom Jackson The first order of business was to elect a temporary Chairman. Mr. Don Matson nominated Ralph Oakley. Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The minutes of the previous meeting held May 10, 1973, were approved as presented. PUBLIC HEARING Gallant Zone Change The Chairman declared the hearing opened. The Secretary pointed out the area in question ' and stated that he had received a petition only and no further communication on the re- quested zone change. Speaking for the zone change was Dave Gallant. Mr. Gallant stated that the property he is requesting a change of zone classification was once the site for the Town House Motel , which was torn down several years ago. He stated that noW the property is an eyesore with weeds growing and blowing when the wind blow into the downtown area. Also speaking for the zone change was Russ Dean of Russ Dean Ford. Mr. Dean stated that he would like to use the property for a display area. This property would be black topped if the request is approved. The additional area is needed because he anticipated having more stock than the previous owner. Mr. Thomas Jackson recommended that the request be approved. Mr. Don Matson seconded the mortion. . The motion carried unanimously. Randolph Plumbing and Heating Vacation of Alley The Secretary introduced the area in question. No one was present to speak for the alley vacation. After some discussion Mr. Stuart Nelson recommended that the Commission re- commendeapproval of the alley vacation request. Mr. Don Linton seconded the motion. The motion carried with Mr. Thomas Jackson and Mr. Don Matson voting no. Six Year Street Program The Six Year Street Program was accepted. Mr. Don Linton made a motion to approve the program. Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motion. The motion carried with Mr. Don Matson voting no. Page 2 Pasco City Planning Commission 1 June 14, 1973 Adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Secretary Pasco City Planning Commission CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING July 12, 1973 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held July 12, 1973, at 8:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, Pasco, Washington. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Del Lincoln, Chairman Donald Linton Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Ralph Oakley Donald Matson Thomas Jackson Larry Forbes Stuart Nelson Jim Lisk The minutes from the meeting held May 10, 1973, were approved as presented. PUBLIC HEARING Williams Final Plat The Chairman declared the hearing opened. The Secretary pointed out the area of the Plat. Speaking for the Final Plat was Mr. John Williams . Mr. Williams stated that this would be a show place that would improve the area. With there being no further comments the Chairman declared the hearing closed. Mr. Jim Lisk moved that the Plat be recommended to the City Council for approval . Mrs. Barbara Olson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. SAMPSON ZONE CHANGE The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a change of zone classification from Low Density Residential R-1 to General Commercial C-3. Speaking for the change of zone classification was Dave Porter. Stated that based on the Comprehensive Plan the City has designated the property as commercial . Mr. Don Matson had questions on the property and if there are immediate plans to develop the property if the request for a-change of zone was approved. Mr. Jim Lisk also had questions on the past zoning of property. The Secretary andwered by stating that it was a custom in the past to zone the property block by block. Mr. Don Matson moved that the request be recommended to the City Council for approval with stipulation of the property must be developed within one year or revert back to the original zoning. Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. SAMPSON ALLEY VACATION The Chairman declared the hearing open. The Secretary stated that the alley requested for vacation contain no utility easements. After discussion Mrs. Barbara Olson recommended that the request be approved. Mr. Stuart Nelson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Page 2 City Planning Commission July 12, 1973 C. B. D. PLAN The Secretary reviewed the progress of the Central Business District. With there being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:26 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Secretary Pasco City Planning Commission 1 CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING October 11, 1973 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held October 11, 1973, at 8:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers, Pasco, Washington. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Del Lincoln, Chairman Larry Forbes Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Don Matson Thomas Jackson Ralph Oakley Stuart Nelson Jim Lisk Don Linton Also present: Jim McCurry, Pasco City Building Inspector, John Clark, Gene Wright, Virginia Miazga, and Orris Hansey. The minutes from the previous meeting held July 12, 1973, were accepted as presented. PUBLIC HEARINGS Hersey Preliminary Subdivision The Secretary pointed out the area presented as a Preliminary Subdivision in the Rivieria Trailer Village. He also stated that he had received a letter from the Health Department ` and they had no objections to the request. / Speaking for the Preliminary Subdivision was Orris Hansey. Mr. Hansey stated that it would be a period of three years before the expansion is completed. All lots are rental and none are for sale. Stuart Nelson moved that the Preliminary Subdivision be recommended approval to the City Council.-, Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The nomtion was carried unanimously. Comprehensive Plan Change on North Oregon The Secretary pointed out the area in question. Speaking for the change was John Clark. Mr. Clark stated that nothing much could be done with half a block zoned commercial and half zoned residential. Barbara Olson moved that the Comprehensive Plan amendment be recommended for approval to the City Council. Stuart Nelson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Clark Zone Change R-1 to C-3 The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a zone change. John Clark spoke for this zone change. He want to eliminate the irregual lines that now exist. Barbara Olson moved that the Planning Commission recommend approval to the request. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Savage Zone Change R-1 to C-3 The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a change of zone classification. The Staff recommendation was to approve the request. Page 2 City Planning Commission Minutes October 11, 1973 Speaking for the zone change was Gene Wright. Mr. Wright felt that the property would develop very fast, and the City of Pasco need more Commercial property. Stuart Nelson made a motion recommending approval to the City Council of the requested zone change. Barbara Olson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Idaho Street and North-South Alley Block 143 Vacation The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a vacation. Mr. John Clark stated that present plans are to build on the property. Stuart Nelson made a motion to approve the requested vacation to the City Council. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Miagza Zone Change R-2 to R-3 The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a zone change. The Staff recommendation was to approve the zone change request. Correspondence was: recevedrand no objections were made on the request. Speaking for the request was Virginia Mlagza. Intentions at present are to build an apartment house complel or condominum complex. No difinite plans to start are scheduled at present. Barbara Olson made a motion to approve the request to the City Council. Stuart Nelson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. FIRE ZONES & C. B. D. James McCurry, Pasco City Building Inspector presented a proposed change in Fire Zone #1 and the Central Business District. Mr. McCurry feels that Fire Chief John Hager is a HARD HEAD, and would like to see things remain as they are with no changes in the Fire Zones whatsoever. After considerable discussion Mrs. Olson moved that Staff recommendation be forwarded to the City Council. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. With there being no further business Stuart Nelson made a motion to adjourn. Thomas Jackson reconded the motion. The meeting adjourned at 9:12 p,m. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Secretary Pasco City Planning Commission PLANNING COMMISSION ` REGULAR MEETING November 8, 1973 The regular meeting of the Pasco City Planning Commission was held Thursday, November 8, 1973, at 8:00 p.m, in the City Council Chambers of City Hall. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Del Lincoln, Chairman Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Don Linton Ralph Oakley Tom Jackson Larry Forbes Jim Lisk Stuart Nelson Don Matson Also present: E. A. Snider representing Cascade Natural Gas. The minutes from the meeting held October 11, 1973, were approved as presented. YAKIMA STREET VACATION The Secretary pointed out the area in question. The staff recommendation was to vacate the alley in Block 115 and 116, but not to vacate Yakima Street. Mr. Jim Lisk made a motion recommending the vacation of the north-south alley, but not Yakima Street. Mr., Tom Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried with Mr. Don Matson voting no. URBAN RENEWAL STREET VACATION The Secretary pointed out the area. The staff recommendation was to retain easements where necessary. Mr. E. A. Snider represented Cascade Natural Gas. Mr. Snider stated that Cascade Natural Gas had no objections to the vacation of the streets and alleys, however they do request that all easements be retained where utilities presently existed. Chairman Lincoln made a declaration to table the decision on this request until location of easements could be settle. ` PLAYGROUNDS The Secretary stated that a recent request from the City Manager was to consider play- grounds or play areas in Trailer Parks. After much discussion Mr. Don Matson made a motion for every 30 lots a 1,000 square feet of open space is to be developed by the developer. Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. With there being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:47 p.m. Respectfully submitted,ly Ben D. Rea, Secretary Pasco City Planning Commission CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING December 13, 1974 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held December 13, 1973, at 8:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Del Lincoln, Chairman Thomas Jackson Jim Lisk Ralph Oakley Don Matson Don Linton Stuart Nelson Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman The minutes from the previous meeting were approved as written. PUBLIC HEARING CBD Zone Change Due to some people not receiving notices of this zone change the public hearing was not held. However it was discussed but noraction was taken. The people who did receive the notice would be notified of the next scheduled meeting to discuss the zone change. Franklin County Irrigation District Preliminary Plat 1 The Secretary pointed out the area in question. No communication was received on the pl at. The Planning Department made several requests, one being that all right-of-ways be 80 foot in width, and that the north-south street be aligned with the streets of McLeods Addition. Speaking for the plat was Ross Steele. Mr. Matson moved that the preliminary plat be approved subject to 80 feet righ-of-ways and that north-south street be coordinated with McLeod's Addition to the north. Mr. Stuart Nelson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Zimmerman Zone Change R-1 to C-3 The Secretary pointed out the area in question. No correspondence was received. Speaking for the zone change was A1; Zimmerman. Mr. Stuart Nelson moved that the change of zone from R-1 to C-3 be recommended for approval. Mrs. Barbara Olson seconded the motion. Mr. Don Matson moved to amend the motion with a one year time limit. Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motidn :. The amendment failed. The original motion passed unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Kidwell Street The Secretary stated a request was received from Mr. Tom Kidwell requesting a 30 feet right-of-way for a street. Mr. Kidwell stated that he would develop the street to City's specifications. Correspondence was received on the request indicating approval. Mr. Kidwell felt that 60 right-of-way is not needed because very little traffic use the area except for the area in question. Page 2 Planning Commission December 13, 1974 Mrs. Barbara Olson moved that the City accept the 30 foot right-of-way provided the access and parking be limited. Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motion. The motion passed with Mr. Don Matson voting no. Helm's Second Alley Vacation Block 5 The Secretary presented a petition showing the area in question. Mr. Stuart Nelson moved to vacate the alley in Helm's Addition. Mrs. Barbara: Olson the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Urban Renewal Street and Alleys The Secretary presented the street and alley requested to be vacated. After discussion Don Matson moved to vacate all streets and alleys as presented. Mr. Stuart Nelson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. With there being no futher business the meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. Respecffully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Seceretary Pasco City Planning Commission