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Chris Johnson
From:Mike Wardle <mwardle@brightoncorp.com>
Sent:Tuesday, May 15, 2018 2:35 PM
To:Joshua Beach; Barbara Shiffer; Bill Parsons; C.Jay Coles; Charlene Way; Chris Johnson
Cc:David Turnbull; Jon Wardle; Kameron Nauahi; Forward John Gabrielsen; Forward Daniel
Turnbull
Subject:RE: Paramount Self-Storage - CUP (H-2018-0033)
All,
Following several discussions with staff concerning the referenced conditions, we have revised our response,
as follows:
- We agree with Condition 1.1.2.a , as proposed.
- As stated in the message, below, we maintain that two-way visibility at the entrance gate is
essential. Thus, our request to modify Condition 1.1.2.b to read: The main access gate and the
emergency access gate should be constructed of a solid material to impede visibility into the
site.
Respectfully,
Michael Wardle
Director of Planning
Brighton Corporation
12601 W. Explorer, Suite 200 | Boise, Idaho 83713
Direct 208.287.0512 | Cell 208.863.6150
From: Mike Wardle
Sent: Monday, May 14, 2018 3:07 PM
To: Joshua Beach ( jbeach@meridiancity.org ); Barbara Shiffer ( bshiffer@meridiancity.org ); Bill Parsons
(bparsons@meridiancity.org ); C.Jay Coles ( cjcoles@meridiancity.org ); Charlene Way ( cway@meridiancity.org );
Christopher Johnson ( cjohnson@meridiancity.org )
Cc: dturnbull@brightoncorp.com ; Jon Wardle; Kameron Nauahi; John Gabrielsen ( jgabrielsen@copelandpartners.com );
Daniel Turnbull ( dturnbull@copelandpartners.com )
Subject: Paramount Self-Storage - CUP (H-2018-0033)
All,
We have reviewed the staff report for Paramount Self Storage and—with two exceptions—agree with the
analysis and recommended conditions of approval.
The two exceptions, as cited / discussed below, and illustrated by the attached graphics, are:
Condition 1.1.2.a – 25-foot separation between structures .
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The dimensional issue occurs at three locations: The northwest, northeast, and southwest corners where
the dimension is 12 feet.
- We do not believe this standard is applicable if the requirement applies to drive aisle width since the
cited instances are not through drives, just points of access to two units.
- Nor is it applicable if the issue is fire separation or apparatus access. In the latter instance, no more
than 20 feet is required.
- The attached examples (slides 3 and 7) clearly show that the standard has been interpreted differently,
or has not been applied uniformly, in recently-approved storage projects.
Proposal : Because we question the interpretation and application of the 25-foot separation standard, we
ask for clarification of UDC Section 11-4-3-34.C prior to the hearing. That is necessary before we can
determine whether to concur, or to challenge Condition 1.1.2.a.
Condition 1.1.2.b – Main access gate and emergency access gate “solid” construction materials .
We cannot find a single instance where this condition has been applied to entrance gates, and only one
instance of a “solid” emergency access gate among recently-constructed storage facilities in Meridian (see 7-
slide attachment) .
- “Visibility” for entering and departing vehicles is absolutely essential.
- A “solid” entrance gate will create potential conflicts if drivers cannot see vehicles “in -queue ” on the
other side.
- In the case of an emergency, visibility at the secondary gate would seem to be important for the
emergency-service providers.
Proposal : That Condition 1.1.2.b be deleted.
Michael Wardle
Director of Planning
Brighton Corporation
12601 W. Explorer, Suite 200 | Boise, Idaho 83713
Direct 208.287.0512 | Cell 208.863.6150
From: Joshua Beach [ mailto:jbeach@meridiancity.org ]
Sent: Friday, May 11, 2018 4:37 PM
To: Mike Wardle; Kameron Nauahi; Barbara Shiffer; Bill Parsons; C.Jay Coles; Charlene Way; Chris Johnson
Subject: Paramount Self-Storage - CUP (H-2018-0033)
Attached is the staff report for the proposed conditional use permit for Paramount Self-Storage H-2018-
0033. This item is scheduled to be on the Commission agenda on May 17, 2018. The public hearing will be
held at City Hall, 33 E. Broadway Avenue, beginning at 6:00 pm. Please call or e-mail with any questions.
Mike - Please submit any written response you may have to the staff report to the City Clerk’s office
(cjcoles@meridiancity.org ) and myself (e-mail or fax) as soon as possible.
Josh Beach | Associate City Planner
City of Meridian | Community Development Department
33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho 83642
Phone: 208-489-0576
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