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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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Respectfully submitted,
JAMES S. AJAX, City Engineer
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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?
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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.
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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
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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,
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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.
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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.
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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.
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-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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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