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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 1976.pdf \\ CITY PLANNING COMMISSION 1 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held January 8, 1976, at 8:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Del Lincoln, Chairman Judith Grigg Stuart Nelson Thomas Jackson Don Linton Jim Lisk Jim Siegel Robert Orange Also present was James S. Ajax, City Engineer The minutes of the meeting held December 11, 1975 were approved as presented after Barbara Olson made a correction. That correction was on page 4 under Hyatt Zone Change which should read, "After some discussion Mr. E. A. Snider made a motion denying the request due to the fact that it is in opposition to the Comprehensive Plan along Lewis Street". PUBLIC HEARINGS URBAN RENEWAL ZONE CHANGE I-1 to I-2 - (Moore) The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a change of zone classification. . SPEAKING FOR THE ZONE CHANGE Webster Jackson, Executive Director of Urban Renewal .poke for the change. Mr. Jackson stated that the requested area is located 150 feet south from "A" Street and no wrecking activities will take place outside the 150 feet. A eight foot high solid fence will be erected which is required by state law. No one spoke against the zone change. Mr. Thomas Jackson made a motion recommending approval of the requested zone change. Mr. Robert Orange seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. MACKAY 6 SPOSITO ZONE CHANGE R-1 to I-1 This zone change request was tabledd until the February, 1976 meeting. F.C.I.D. PRELIMINARY PLAT The Secretary passed out copies of the Preliminary Plat, and then pointed out the area requested for the plat. He stated that the City Engineer's recommendation was enclosed in their packets. The Health Department will give a recommendation as soon as they received certain documents concerning the soil, however, they anticipate no problems. He further stated that the P.U.D. requested easements for utilities. City Engineer, Jim Ajax, stated that the City of Pasco should be really excited over this request, and that the proposed industrial park will help increase the tax base Page 2 Planning Commission Minutes January 8, 1976 and increase employment. After some discussion Mr. Jim Siegel made a motion to accept Mr. Ajax's recommendation, but felt that due consideration should be given to the following points before adoption of the final plat: 1. That ajoining land recently purchased by the Cenex Corporation be included in the plat. 2. That complete engineering documents on the proposed water and street system be included. 3. That evidence of access and utility easements or right-of-ways be provided for the three roads which are to be extended to Oregon Street. 4. That the utility easements requested by the Franklin County P.U.D. be included. The motion was seconded by Mr. Robert Orange. The motion carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS MINI WAREHOUSES IN -C-1 ZONE 1 The Secretary presented the issue of allowing mini warehouses in C-1 zone. Several questions were raised as to theeproposed review of warehouses if a conditional use permit is requested. The Secretary stated that the possibility of the Planning Commission having the authority to review these requests will be investigated. The secretary would give a report to the Commission on this at the next meeting. MOBILE HOMES REVIEW The Secretary presented a breakdown as to the number of mobile homes within the City presently and a number of available lots. Further consideration of mobile homes and sidewalks within the mobile home subdivision and parks were discussed. Mr. Ajax stated that staff had been working on this problem and had ran into difficulties in requiring sidewalks in mobile home areas, due to a potential drainage problem. The Commission indicated that the Secretary should look into the enactment of an R-4 zone for mobile homes, parks and stibdivisions. PARKING IN SETBACKS The Secretary presented a section of the code indicating that the requested offstreet parking could not be within the required yard setbacks. The Secretary explained that this section was in the code book, but had never been enforced and that it should either be enforced, withdrawn from the book or modified. The Commission indicated they would like to see a proposed ordinance restricting required offstreet parking from the front yard setback from the side yard setbacks where a side yard fronts on a street. There being no further business Mrs. Judy Grigg made a nation to adjourn at 10:11 p.m. Page 3 Planning Commission Minutes January 8, 1976 Mrs. Barbara Olson second the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Secretary Pasco,City Planning Commission CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING February 12, 1976 The regular meeting of the Planning Commission was held February 12, 1976 at 8:04 P.M. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Del Lincoln, Chairman Judith Grigg Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Thomas Jackson Stuart Nelson J Jim Lisk Jim Siegel Robert Orange Jan Tidrick Also present: George D. Smith, City Manager The minutes from the meeting held January 8, 1976 were approved as presented. Jan Tidrick stated that he would only be an ex-officio member of the Commission and vote only when necessary. Due to the resignation of the City Planner the City Engineer, Jim Ajax acted as secretary for the meeting. PUBLIC HEARINGS SIEGEL ZONE CHANGE LOW-DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO MEDIUM DENSITYRESIDENTIALR-2 Mr. Siegel stated that he would be obstaining from voting due to the fact that he is a Planning Commission member. The City Engineer, Jim Ajax pointed out the area requested for a change of zone classification. There are four (4) lots involved, and they are located at the corner of 8th and south of Brown Street. Be also briefly described the houses located in the surrounding area requested for this change of zone classification. SPEAKING FOR THE ZONE CHANGE Jim Siegel spoke on behalf of the zone change. He would like to construct a one story frame conventional roof tri-plex (one unit with three living units) on the property. If constructed hb feels tMd the building would be a real value to the neighborhood with a good tax base for the community. SPEAKING AGAINST THE ZONE CHANGE JOHN SULLIVAN of 824 West Brown spoke against the request. Mr. Brown stated that he lives next door to the property requested for a zone change. This change would definitely affect his property. He also presented a petition. KENNETH HALES of 827 West Brown lives across the street from the property, and was in agreement with Mr. Sullivan as to the affect the change would have on him. LEE DEMORY of 827 West Marie spoke against the zone change. After some discussion STUART NELSON made a motion to deny the request. BARBARA OLSON seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously Page 2 Planning Commission Kinute45� February 12, 1976 PUBLIC HEARINGS CONT MACKAY & SPOSITO ZONE CHANGE R-1 TO I-1 The City Engineer pointed out the area located north of Hillsboro and west of the Spokane Highway. Staff recommendation at this time is for approval. He also stated that the area had no sewers, however, septic tanks will work just fine. SPEAKING FOR THE ZONE CHANGE DAN MACKAY spoke for the zone change. Mr. MadKay stated that Valmont (petitioner for the zone change) is presently located at the Port of Pasco and would like to relocate due to the lack of space. A discussion followed as to the availability of water to the property. Bert Bennetts an employee of Valmont told the Commission that the company fully intends to hook up with water as soon as it is available. BARBARA OLSON made a recommendation to approve the request with the recommendation that they connect to City water when it is available. STUART NELSON seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. 'OLD.`:BUSINESS.°' EAGLE ESTATES N2 PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS JAN TIDRICK obstained from this item which was"=more or less of general discussion of mobile homes having sidewalks etc. , because he is Mr. Keltch's son-in-law. SPEAKING FOR THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT JOHN KEZTCH spoke on the improvements. Mr. Keltch told the commissioners of the problem of having sidewalks in mobile home parks. One of these problems were of when placing mobile homes on lot the trucks driving on the sidewalk to place them. In the process of doing:ths the sidewalk is broken. He agreed with the Commissioners on the sidewalks adding to the park better looks. Mr. Keltch stated that a drywell will be used. Sewers were discussed and the problems that are being faced. Mr. Ajax suggested a workshop to discuss these problems. ELECTION OF OFFICERS This was postponed until more Commission members were present. With this being Del Lincoln's last meeting the Vice Chairman would be taking over until a chairman is elected. BARBARA OLSON made a motion to adjourn. STUART NELSON seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:35 p,.m. Page 3 Planning Commission Minutes February 12, 1976 Respectfully submitted, JAMES S. AJAX, City Engineer \\ CITY ,PLANNING COMMISSION 1 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held April 8, 1976 at 8:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.at City Hall. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Stuart Nelson Jim Siegel Robert Orange Jim Lisk Jan Tidrick Judith Grigg Thomas Jackson Also present: George D. Smith, City Manager The minutes from the meeting of February 12, 1976 were approved as presented. PUBLIC HEARINGS WIRTH & ASSOCIATES ZONE CHANGE LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-3 (Lot 21, Block 3, Carter's Addition also known as 1846 W. Octave) Vice Chairman, Olson declared the hearing open. The City Engineer, Jim Ajax read correspondence from Dr. & Mrs. Fergurson, 1832 West Octave advising the Commission of their opposition to the requested zone change. He also pointed out the area requested for a change of zone classification. SPEAKING'-FOR THE ZONE CHANGE Dick Wirth representing the zone change request spoke for the zone change. Mr. Wirth stated that a study of the area was made, and there is a possibility that some of the people in that area will be against the request. He presented the commission with a petition. SPEAKING AGAINST THE REQUEST GEORGE GOULET, 1837 West Margaret wanted it to be known that he at this time was withdrawing his name from the petition. He is a new property owner in the area and at the time he signed the petition was not aware of his covenants. RICHARD CHAPMAN, 1824 W. Octave spoke against the zone change. It was his understanding that nothing would change on the exterior and the only changes would take place would be to the interior. GRACIE JOHNSON, 1832 W. Marie spoke against the zone change. M. D. AYERS, 1831 W. Octave was also against the zone change he signed the petition but now want his name removed. He wanted it to be known that he is not against the real estate office being there, but what might happen if they change their minds. GEORGE SHELDON, 1832 West Octave spoke against the zone change and read a letter from James C. Wyers, 1845,W. Henry also opposing the zone change. GEORGE GOULET,.ask why can't the City give street addresses rather than a legal description when Public Hearing Notices are mailed? Page 2 Planning Commission Minutes April B, 1976 CITY ENGINEER, JIM AJAX stated this is a good idea and can see no reason why this can not be done. MRS. CHAPMAN, 1824 West--Octave, feel that she was misrepresented because she was not asked to signed the petition. JIM AJAX read for the records staff's recommendation for this zone change. VICE CHAIRMAN, OLSON declared the hearing closed. JIM SIEGEL made a nation recommending denial of the requested zone change for the following reasons. 1) Traffic 2) number of people against the request 3) take away city control of what could be done later The motion was seconded by JUDITH GRIGG. The motion carried unanimously. CAMPBELL ZOAF CHANGE LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO RETAIL COMMERCIAL C-1 THIS ZONE CHANGE WAS WITHDRAWN NEW BUSINESS PRELIMINARY PLAT (24th & Brown Addition) No action could be taken on the subject matter due to the fact it arrived to late to be published ten days prior to the meeting date. A general discussion on the plat took place. A special meeting was scheduled for April 22, 1976 to act on the plat. R-1 SUBURBAN ZONE, SITE AREA, PROPOSED CODE REVISION After some discussion JUDITH GRIGG made a motion to delete from Section 22.24.010 SITE AREA the following " or shall prohibit one two dwelling provided sixty percent on the site, excluding easements, be left in open spaces free from structures". The motion was seconded by THOMAS JACKSON. The nation carried with JIM SIEGEL voting no. ELECTION OF OFFICERS THOMAS JACKSON made a nation that BARBARA OLSON be chairman. LTUDITH GRIGG seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. THOMAS JACKSON made a motion that JIM LISK be Vice Chairman. JUDITH GRIGG seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. With there being no further business the meeting was adjourned. -� SPECIAL MEETING CITY PLANNING COMMISSION A special meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on April 22, 1976 in the City Council Chambers of City Hall at.8:00 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Barbara Olson, Chairman .Stuart Nelson Jim Lisk, vice Chairman Robert Orange Thomas Jackson Jan Tidrick Jim Siegel Judith Grigg Robert Orange was absent from the meeting due to the death of a daughter. PUBLIC HEARING 24th & BROWN ADDITION PRELIMINARY PLAT The Chairman declared the hearing open. The City Engineer gave information on the Preliminary Plat and pointed out the area in question. No correspondence was received SPEAKING FDR THE PLAT EVAN HAWKER of Columbia Engineering Services. He stated that he appreciates the Planning Commission giving them the opportunity to continue with their project. He also stated that every effort to adhere to wishes to keep access of 24th would be considered. After some discussion Judith Grigg made a motion to approve the Preliminary Plat. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. MEETING COLSED AT 8:09 P.M. and a WORKSHOP TOOK PLACE. Respectfully submitted, James S. Ajax, City Engineer r CITY PLANNING COMMISSION The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held June 10, 1976, at 8:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at Pasco City Hall. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Barbara Olson, Chairman Judith Grigg Jim Siegel Jim Lisk Jan Tidrick Stuart Nelson Robert Orange Thomas Jackson The minutes from the meeting of April 8, 1976 were approved as presented. PUBLIC HEARING AGRI-CENTER PRELIMINARY PLAT Chairman, Barbara Olson declared hearing open. The City Engineer, Jim Ajax read correspondence from Alf R. Transeth, P.O. Box 1137, Walla Walla, advising the com-mission of their opposition to the requested zone change. He also pointed out the requested zone change.and the area requested for a change of zone classification. Knowone spoke for or against. CHAIRMAN, Barbara Olson declared hearing closed. JIM SIEGEL asked about sewer location. JIM AJAX showed location on map. JAMES LISK made a motion to bring Preliminary Plat zone change to City Council. Motion seconded by Thomas Jackson. The motion carried unanimously. THOMAS ZONE CHANGE LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO RETAIL BUSINESS C-1 OR HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-3 WITH SPECIAL PERMIT CITY ENGINEER, Jim Ajax read application and pointed out the area requested for a zone classification. SPEAKING FOR ZONE CHANGE Fran Thomas, P.O. Box 2057, wanted it to be known that they plan to close both ends of the alley to keep motor bikes out of alley. Charles Thomas, P.O. Box 2057 stated his building would be professional and semi-professional. It will be 3,500 sq. feet, Page 2 Planning Commission Minutes June 10, 1976 which he plans on sharing with other renters. They are willing to work any problems out with the neighbors, such as traffic or any other problem that should arise. Dave Martin (architect for Thomas zone change) pointed out that the building would be a one story with daylight basement. Don Moore presented petition to Barbara Olson. Jake Bollinger had a petition but took it back after realizing it was going to just be a one story with daylight basement. CHAIRMAN, Barbara Olson declared hearing closed. JAN TIDRICK's main concern was, once they got zone change they could build what they wanted. After much discussion, they decided that they would have to accept Charles Thomas's word that it would only be one floor with daylight basement. JIM SIEGEL made a motion to have the zone change R-1 to C-1. Robert Orange seconded. The vote was 4 to 3 in favor of zone change. HOUSTON ZONE CHANGE LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO GENERAL BUSINESS C-3 CITY ENGINEER, Jim Ajax pointed out that this zone change would facilitate land use and sewer was one block away. HAL HOUSTON spoke for zone change. CHAIRMAN, Barbara Olson declared hearing closed. THOMAS JACKSON made motion to recommend to City Council, JIM SIEGEL seconded. The motion carried unanimously. MOORE ZONE CHANGE LIGHT INDUSTRIAL I-1 TO HEAVY INDUSTRIAL I-2 CITY ENGINEER, Jim Ajax made noticed that this was a salvage use and must be fenced. If property was cleaned within 90 days, staff would be satisfied. THOMAS MOORE, 931 S. 9th Avenue, spoke for zone change. CHAIRMAN, Barbara Olson declared hearing closed. STUART NELSON made motion to take to Council. THOMAS JACKSON seconded. The motion carried unanimously. LAWSON ZONE CHANGE HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL I-1 TO RETAIL BUSINESS R-3 CITY ENGINEER, Jim Ajax stated, the Lawson zone change is 148 feet West Eagally Street and Mr. Lawson is building a mobil Home Park. 16 feet wide and 230 in length. it is right off "A" Street. Rezoning of Jason property. Page 3 1 Planning Commission Minutes June 10, 1976 PAUL LAWSON, 106 Crystal Drive, Pasco, spoke for zone change. Pointed out that this property was owned by Mr. Warren and it will be covered with asphalt. If he could not get zone change, he would have to make two separate streets. Mr. Warren, 120 S. 26th, Pasco spoke for zone change. CHAIRMAN, Barbara Olson declared hearing closed. STUART NELSON made motion to take to council, ROBERT ORANGE seconded. The notion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS ALLEY VACATION (Monarch Machine & Tool Company, Inc.) CITY ENGINEER, Jim Ajax pointed out that this was an alley variation, block 123, Pasco Land Company, West Oregon Street. 4 blocks from "A" Street. Staff recommends this alley be vacated. Jim Ajax stated that the Council must set a hearing. He would like to know what procedure the Council would like to take on Alley Vacations. JAN TIDRICK stated it should come before planning Commission and then to Council. CHAIRMAN, Barbara Olson, declared hearing closed. JIM SIEGEL made a motion to recommend to Council. Thomas Jackson seconded. The motion carried unanimously. STREET/ALLEY VACATION (MCLeod's) CITY ENGINEER, Jim Ajax pointed out that this street hadn't been used for over 5 years In 1893 State of Washington stated, "any street not used in 5 years automatically would be vacated." In 1910, State appealed this law. CHAIRMAN, Barbara Olson declared hearing closed. STUART NELSON made motion to take to council. ROBERT ORANGE seconded. The motion carried unanimously. CHAIRMAN, Barbara Olson made a suggestion to change Planning Commission date. After much discussion a decision could not be reached. This subject will be brought up at next Planning Commission meeting. With there being no further business the meeting was adjourned. I i CITY PLANNING COMMISSION The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held August 12, 1976 at 8:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at Pasco City Hall. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Barbara Olson, Chairman Stewart Nelson Judith A. Grigg Jan Tidrick Jim Lisk Robert Orange Jim Siegel T.B. Jackson Bryce Hall The minutes from the meeting of June 10, 1976 were approved as presented. Also present was James S. Ajax, City Engineer. James S. Ajax introduced, Mike Corcoran, City Planner. PUBLIC HEARING 76-13-Z HOOD ZONE CHANGELOWDENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO GENERAL. BUSINESS C-3, Chairman, Barbara Olson declared hearing open. The City Planner pointed out location, entire block east Oregon Street. Knowone spoke for or against zone change. Chairman, Barbara Olson declared Hearing Closed. JIM SIEGEL asked about there being a sewer near. The City Planner pointed out that there was no sewer, but they would use septic tanks until sewer was available. There should be a sewer available from Lewis Street to Hillsboro, but not for another two years. JUDITH GRIGG made a motion to bring to Council. T.B. JACKSON seconded motion. Motion carried unanimously. 76-14-Z MAYUGA ZONE CHANGE LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-3. The Mayugaywithdrew their application for zone change for they realized it was in conflict with the Comprehensive Plan. They would like to pospone until a later date. Gary L. .._ Renspurger, 715 W. Park, Pasco asked if it is in conflict with Comprehensive Plan, how can you go about changing this? The Planning Commission would have to study amending the Comprehensive Plan and refer recommendation to City Council for their recommendation or adoption. Chairman, BARBARA OLSON declared hearing closed. JIM SIEGEL made a motion to continue zone change until a later date. JUDITH GRIGG seconded nation. Motion carried unanimously. Page 2 Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1976 -76-15-Z MOORE ZONE CHANGE LOW -DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-3. The City Planner pointed out on map the location, 180 feet North of Court which runs from 16th over to 15th approximately in line with Ruby. He also showed a petition that was filed against zone change from property owners, it was signed by seven property owners. Two more petitions were brought forth against the zone change,stating they are against zone change. The zone change is in conflict with Comprehensive Plan. It was pointed out that if Planning Commission members were to grant this zone change, being in conflict with Comprehensive Plan, the City could be placed in-a position of incurring a liability. JIM SIEGEL stated that maybe they shouldn't grant any zone changes, since most are in conflict with Comprehensive Plan. SPEAKING FOR ZONE CHANGE Harry Moore, 2203 North 7th, showed a drawing which was an "L" shaped apartment, which would be open on 16th and Court. There would be two parking spots to each unit. Mr. Moore was hoping for 30 units 15 in each unit. SPEAKING AGAINST ZONE CHANGE Frank Pontarol, 1540 North 14th Avenue, asked about widening of street and stated he was against zone change. Mr. Zacker, 3617 Wernett, felt it was High Density and to small of an area for apartments. Roy R. Gill, 1532 North 16th Avenue asked who would pay for street assessments? Jim Ajax stated this would be an independant action. Building permits, curb, gutter, and sidewalk go in with building. If there was to be a street put in the property owners would have to pay for it, an apartment would pay the same as a single home. Chairman, BARBARA OLSON declared hearing closed. It was stated if apartments don't go in, knowone can afford to put a house on the land. BRYCE HALL asked how many units could go on a R-3 and how many on R-2. There could be 42 units, four (4) story's on R-3, and 14 units on R-2. After much discussion BRYCE HALL made a motion to denial of R-3. JAMES LISK seconded the motion. The motion was carried three for the motion and two against. 76-16-Z PISCHEL ZONE CHANGE HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-3 TO RETAIL BUSINESS C-1. The City Planner pointed out location and described that the proposed rezone location and assisting site characteristics, he further noted the potential impact to adjoining property and mentioned that the proposed rezone was in conflict with the adopted Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Pischel stated that he intended to convert duplexes to office uses and it was pointed out by staff that he could accomplish this in R-3 zone, with- out requiring zone change, by application to the Board of Adjustment for a special permit. Mr. Pischel then withdrew application with an apparent intent of resubmitting application to the Board of Adjustment. OLD BUSINESS BARBARA OLSON suggested to have a Comprehensive Plan workshop. After much discussion a date could not be reached. It will be set at the next Planning Commission Meeting. The City Planner will be up-dating a Comprehensive Development map for the workshop. Page 3 Planning Commission Minutes August 12, 1976 The subject was brought about changing the Planning Commission meeting to another date. BRYCE HALL made a motion to change meeting to third Thursday of every month. JIM SIEGEL seconded the motion. The motion was carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Chairman, BARBARA OLSON requested that she be granted the latitude to represent the City of Pasco Planning Commission at the Franklin County Public Hearing, regarding the proposed mobil home park, located east of US 395 and north of SR12. The Planning Commission unanimously agreed to support her in this accord. With there being no further business, the Planning Commission Meeting was adjourned. I PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES REGULAR MEETING 8:00 p.m. October 21, 1976 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held October 21, 1976 at 8:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT BarbAza Olson, Chairman Robert Orange (out of town) Jim Lisk, Vice Chairman Jim Siegel Judith Grigg Bryce Hall Stuart Nelson Jan Ti dri ck Tom Jackson The minutes from the previous meeting kere omitted due to an oversignt of not including them in the agenda packetts. They will be included in the next regular agenda packetts. PUBLIC HEARINGS FEELEY ZONE CHANGE R-1 to R-2 (The 4.06 acres in the 2400 and 2500 Block of West . Opal on either side of said street) The Chairman declared the hearing open. MIKE CORCORAN, secretary of the Planning Commission presented the zone change request. A letter was presented from WILLIAM ADAMS opposing the rezone and a petition were presented. The secretary also pointed out the area requested for a rezone on the zoning map, which is in the Ventura Heights Addition. Water and sewer is available to the area. The area is presently subdivided for 16 units. There are protective covenants for the area which are in effect. At present there is an apparent access problem to the general Brea bound by Court Street, 20th Avenue and the bypass highway. This is primarily due to traffic generated by apartments, church and housing in the area. Additional dwelling units would probably aggrevate this condition. JIM LISK was disqualified from the hearing because he is involved in the request. SPEAKING FOR THE ZONE CHANGE MITCH BROWNSWORTH, 1106 South Cedar, Kennewick, Washington, stated that he owns 12 lots (the area in question) and wants to maintain the neighborhood and does not want a duplex on the property. He feels that a duplex would not be a good investment. He agreed that traffic is a problem and mostly due to the 160 unit apartment there and feels that another road is needed. BOB LAWRENCE, 2408 East Lewis, Pasco, Washington, stated that a proposed plan exist for the area. A model home is proposed for the property. SPEAKING AGAINST THE ZONE CHANGE DAVE SQUIRES, 2411 West Pearl, stated that peop7to bought property west of Road Page 2 Planning Commission Minutes October 21, 1976 24 had an understanding that there are convenants which would stay in effect. He feels that the apartment units that are there cause some traffic congestion even though the apartments are mostly empty anyway. EVELYN WELLS, 2412 West Pearl, mentioned that names were added to the petition. VERLE W. KOCH, 2516 West Peark, believes that duplexes in the area woud not do very much for the property value. He also spoke of the traffic problem. MITCH BROWNSWORTH speaking again stated that the area was already platted to build duplexes and would have to be replatted to have the covenants changed. TWILA SWICK, 2415 West Pearl, wanted to know if Road 26 could go through to Court. MIKE CORCORAN stated that 30' of right-of-way is there and is dedicated within the plat but not all the way to Court Street. Engineering staff would have to answer questions as to if there is enough property to construct a street. LLOYD SWICK, 2415 West Pearl, let it be known that he did not approve of the 160 unit apartment house, and stated Mr. Feeley knew the covenants were on the land. He further stated that the City never put anything back the way they found it. He refered to past street work that was done in front of his house by the City and not completed. JIM SIEGEL stated that the Commission could not enforce covenants and it was a legal matter if they are to be challenged by anyone. JAN SQUIRES, 2411 West Pearl, was recognized as being against the zone change PATSY RICHTER, 1808 North 24th was recognized as being against the zone change. JIM RICHTER, 1808 North 24th was recognized as being against the zone change and referred to the traffic flow problem. He also stated that the people in that area take pride in their homes and feels that the City doesn't care. JAN TIDRICK advised the people that if they feel that the City doesn't care to call GEORGE SMITH, the City Manager and if the problem can't be resolved by him to call him and together with George maybe a solution can be arrived at. He is tired of people saying that the City doesn't care. BARBARA.7OLSONattdteaathat the City does care about what is hhppening. BOB DAVIS, Basin City inquired about the covenants. ' JIM SIEGEL again stated that this would be a legal matter to be enforced by the property owners, the Planning Commission had nothing to do with trying to enforce them. MRS. CHAMBERLIN, 2407 West Pearl, spoke against the zone change and not wanting another apartment complex and feeling that they need a buffer zone between them. The chairman declared the hearing closed. STUARTINELSON made a motion to deny the rezone request to the City Council. BRYCE HALL seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Page 3 Planning Commission Minutes 1 October 21, 1976 BAKAN ZONE CHANGE REQUEST R-1 to R-2 (1812 West Nixon Street) The Chairman declared the hearing open. The secretary outlined the general area and described the property requested for a zone change. No correspondence was received other than the petition itself. There is a possibility for three story building with three units to be placed there. if the rezone is granted utilities would be available for the property. GEORGE BAKAN was not present for the meeting to speak in favor of the rezone request. SPEAKING AGAINST THE ZONE CHANGE BOB WILLIAMS, 1803 West Nixon rose and was recognized as being in favor of the rezone request. CECIL 8'OHNSON owns 1804, 1807 and 1811 West Nixon was recognized as being against the request. ALBERT KLUNDT, 1808 West Nixon asked about off-street parking. MIKE CORCORAN, the City Planner, stated that off-street parking would be required at a ratio of two (2) parking stalls per unit. T. G. HEFLEY, 1820 Nixon, L. P. YATES, 1820 West Park and MRS. MERCEDES CROOKS spoke against the rezone request. The Chairman declared the hearing closed. . STUART NELSON made a motion recommending denial of the requested zone change to the City Council. BRYCE HALL seconded the motion. The motion carried with 3IM SIEGEL voting Ido to the recommendation. OLD BUSINESS PRELIMINARY PLAT SAGEMOOR PARK JIM AJAX, Direction of Community development briefed the Commissioners on the action contemplated, describing the areas to be vacated and right-of- ways to be dedicated and asked the Commission for their concurrance in if their opinion the action was in good keeping with the intent of the previously approved plat. BRYCE HALL made a motion indicating Planning Commission concurrance and that, the action of vacating the existing plat, dedicating the two main right-f-ways and allowing final plats of similiar layout for any or all quarters of the previously approved preliminary plat, was in good keeping with the intent of the previously approved preliminary plat and that no further planning commission action would be needed on the plats. STUART NELSON seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. ' NEW BUSINESS Next Planning Commission Workshop will be held November 10, 1976 at 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm Page 4 1 Planning Commission Nimutes October 21, 1976 STUART NELSON made a motion to adjourn. JIM SIEGEL seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, ., Mike Corcoran City Planner CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING December 16, 1976 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on December 16, 1976 at 8:06 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Barbara Olson, Chairman Judith Grigg Jim Lisk, Vice Chairman Bryce Hall Jim Siegel Stuart Nelson T. B. Jackson Jan Tidrick The minutes from the meeting of August 12, 1976 and October 21, 1976 were approved as presented. PUBLIC HEARINGS MOBILE HOME ORDINANCE The chairman declared the hearing open. The secretary explained the situation with mobile homes in Pasco. Title 19 of the code for Mobile Homes in the (R-3)zone) is the only zm e that presently allows mobile homes. In working with the revision of the mobile home zones the secretary came up with three categories they are as follows: 1) RMH-1 Low Density Residential 2) RMH-2 Medium Density Residential 3) RMH-3 Mobile Home Recreational Vehicle Park consists He also stated that Title 19/of revising the present terminology. He further stated that he feels that 'mobile homes should be an asset to the community and something lasting, and it would be a good idea to provide a buffer zone for mobile home parks. As for a recommendation from the Planning Commission the secretary stated that he was asking them for a conceptual approval of the mobile home ordinance. Further comments were made by CHARILE KNAPP, 314 North 23rd, Pasco,WA. Mr. Knapp stated that improvements are definately needed in the mobile home parks. He asked "why can't mobile homes be placed sideways instead of the end facing the street"? Adequate fire flow facilities would have to be approved by the Community Development Director. Fire resistance was discussed. The secretary stated that a mobile home was not as fire resistant as a stick built home. One requirement was for mobile homes to be at least 10 feet apart this was to keep fire from spreading to rapidly in the event one did start. Another requirement was that a mobile home must be placed on a permanent foundation. Plumbing was discussed. Mr. Knapp felt that a trap should be required to stop the sewer gas from backing up. JIM SIEGEL stated that the Uniform Building Code does not allow traps to be placed below the ground. MR. KNAPP also had comments on the garbage containers. Asked individual cans or one big dumpster or underground containers. After further discussion JIM SIEGEL made a motion to accept the ordinance by concept only, but would like to see the-,entire ordinance before it is submitted to the City Council. THOMAS JACKSON seconded the motion. The motion carried with JAN TIDRICK abstaining. i SPECIAL MEETING CITY PLANNING COMMISSION December 30, 1976 A special meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on December 30, 1976, in the Conference Room of City Hall,!rat 8:00 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Barbara Olson, Chairman Jim Lisk, vice Chairman Thomas Jackson Judith Grigg Stuart Nelson Bryce Hall Jim Siegel Jan Tidrick No minutes were required at this meeting. PUBLIC HEARINGS BUTLER ANNEXATI(N 76-20-A l The Chairman declared the hearing open. The Secretary gave a brief summary of the area requested to be annexed to the City of Pasco. The annexation request is by petition. For this area to be annexed no additional services would be required for the property. The areaits pre5ehtly in conformahce with the Compre- hensive Plan. No one spoke for or against the annexation request. The Chairman declared the hearing closed. After some discussion BRYCE HALL .made a motion to defer any action until the City adopts the new mobile home ordinance and if the petitioner wishes to annex to meet the intent of the mobile home ordinance. JIM SIEGEL seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. FANNING ANNEXATION The Chairman declared the hearing open. The Secretary gave a brief sn#mry of the requested annexation. He stated that hbihadainherited thiSipar&aisular annexation petition from the previous planner. This request would not increase expenses of the City. CORRESPONDENCE A letter was received from MR. RICHARD RYDER requesting that his property be eliminated from the annexation request. MRS. BLAKELY, 1409 Road 24 had some comments on the annexation. The Chairman declared the hearing closed. Page 2 Planning Commission Minutes Special Meeting December 30, 1976 STUART NELSON made a motion recommending approval of the requesteelo the City Council the zoning that is most analogous as per the proposed zoning map. JUDITH GRIGG seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:45 P.M. Respectifully submitted, Michael Corcoran Secretary 1