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Dave Bivens, 1st Vice President 318 East 37th Street
Judy Peavey -Derr, 2nd Vice President Garden City ID 83714-6499
Susan S. Eastlake, Commissioner Phone (208) 387-6100
Sherry R. Huber, Commissioner FAX (208) 387-6391
E-mail: tellus@ACHD.ada.id.us
October 22, 2002
TO: Farmers & Merchants State Bank
4128 Adams Street
Boise, ID 83714
FROM: Craig Hood C �
Development Analyst
Planning & Development
SUBJECT: MRZ02-005
Rezone L-O to C-G
nwc of Hickory Way and Fairview Avenue
On October 22, 2002, the Ada County Highway District acted on your application for the above referenced
project. The attached staff report lists conditions of approval and street improvements, which will be required
when a development application is submitted to the City of Meridian for the property listed above.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact staff at (208) 387-6170.
Cc: Planning & Development/chron/project file
City of Meridian
Construction Services
Drainage
Quadrant Consulting, Inc., 405 S. 8th Street Suite 295, Boise, ID 83702
Ada County Highway District
icight-of-Way & Development Department
Planning Review Division
This application does not require Commission action and is approved
as of October 22,
2002. Tech Review for this item was held with the applicant on October 18, 2002.1evel Please refer to Attachment
3 for request for reconsideration guidelines. Staff contact: Craig Hood, 387-6174, chood@achd.ada.id.us
File Number: MRZ02-005
Site address: Northwest corner of Fairview Avenue and Hickory Way, Meridian
Owner/Applicant: Farmers & Merchants State Bank
4128 Adams Street
Boise, ID 83714
Representative: Quadrant Consulting, Inc.
405 S. 8t' Street, Suite 295
Boise, ID 83702
Application Information
The applicant is requesting rezone approval from the City of Meridian to rezone 0.8-acres from L-O to C-G.
The site is located on the northwest corner of Hickory Way and Fairview Avenue.
Acreage: 0.8-acres
Current Zoning: L-O
Proposed Zoning: C-G
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A. Findings of Fact
1. Trip Generation: This development is estimated to generate 284 additional vehicle trips per day (0
existing) based on the Institute of Transportation Engineers Trip Generation Manual.
2. Impact Fees: The impact fee rate from the fee tables for this use will be determined when a specific
development/use is determined for this site.
3. Traffic Impact Study: A traffic impact study was not required with this application.
4. Site Information: The subject site is currently vacant.
5. Description of Adjacent Surrounding Area:
a. North: Capitol Christian Center
b. South: Vacant (Future Water Works Car Wash)
c. East: Capitol Christian Center
d. West: Louie's Restaurant
6. Impacted Roadways:
Fairview Avenue:
Frontage:
Functional Street Classification
Traffic count:
Level of Service:
Speed limit:
Nearest intersection:
Eagle Road:
Frontage:
Functional Street Classification
Traffic count:
Level of Service:
Speed limit:
Nearest intersection:
175-feet
Principal Arterial
32,092 west of Eagle Road on 2/20/02
LOS C
35 MPH
Hickory Way, a four-way stop -controlled intersection
None
Principal Arterial
42,307 south of Franklin Road on 2/20/02
LOS E
50 MPH
Fairview Avenue, a signalized intersection
330-feet
Collector
2,586 north of Fairview Avenue on 10/21/00
LOS C
30 MPH
Fairview Avenue, a four-way, a stop -controlled intersection
Roadway Improvements Adjacent To and Near the Site
Fairview Avenue is currently improved with 5 lanes (two eastbound, two westbound, and a center
turn -lane), no curb, gutter or sidewalk. Hickory Way is currently improved with 2 lanes (no center turn
lane) curb and gutter with a detached sidewalk abutting about half of the frontage on Hickory Wa
abutting the subject property. ry y
Hickory Way:
Frontage:
Functional Street Classification
Traffic count:
Level of Service:
Speed limit:
Nearest intersection:
2
8. Existing Right -of -Way
There is currently 115-feet (50-feet from centerline) of right-of-way for Fairview Avenue abutting the
site. There is currently 70-feet (35-feet from centerline) of right-of-way for Hickory Way abutting the
site.
9. Existing Access to the Site
Access to this site is currently provided from a gravel/dirt driveway on Hickory Way located
approximately 300-feet north of Fairview Avenue and in alignment with an existing driveway across
the street.
10. Site History
The District reviewed this site as Lot 2, Block 1, Angel Park Subdivision. A shared driveway was
approved for the subject lot to Fairview Avenue, located approximately 350-feet west of the east
property line.
11. Five Year Work Program
A signal is scheduled to be installed at the intersection of Hickory/Fairview Avenue in 2007.
B. Findings for Consideration
This application is for a change of zoning. Listed below are some of the policies that
apply to the site. Upon the receipt of a development application the District may
require additional Findings of Consideration that apply to the review of future
development applications.
1. Sidewalk
District policy requires 5-foot wide (minimum) concrete sidewalk on all collector and arterial streets
(7204.6.5). The applicant should be required to construct a 5-foot wide (minimum) concrete sidewalk
on Fairview Avenue and Hickory Way abutting the site.
2. Access
The applicant has approximately 330-feet of frontage on Hickory Way and about 175-feet of frontage
on Fairview Avenue. District policy (Figure 72-F4 (1)) requires that driveways on arterials be located a
minimum of 220-feet (right-in/right-out) and a minimum of 440-feet (full -access) from an existing road.
The applicant does not have enough frontage on Fairview Avenue to place a driveway at any location
that is in compliance with current District policy. In addition, a note on the recorded plat of Angel Park
Subdivision restricts direct lot access to Fairview Avenue for this site.
- District policy 72-F5, requires driveways located on collector or arterial roadways with a speed limit
of 30 to align or offset a minimum of 125-feet from any existing or proposed driveway.
- District policy 72-F5, requires driveways located on collector or arterial roadways with a speed limit
of 35 to align or offset a minimum of 150-feet from any existing or proposed driveway.
Also, District policy 7207.8 states that direct access to arterials and collectors is normally restricted
and the developer shall try to use combined access points. When this parcel develops, a driveway
may be allowed on Hickory Way if it is located in compliance with the above stated policies.
District policy 7207.9.3 restricts commercial driveways with daily traffic volumes over 1,000 vehicles
to a maximum width of 35-feet. If a driveway is constructed on Hickory Way in the future it
constructed a maximum of 35-feet wide. should be
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Graveled driveways abutting public streets create maintenance problems due to gravel being tracked
onto the roadway. In accordance with District policy, 7207.9.1, the applicant should be required to
pave all driveway(s) to their full width and at least 30-feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement
of the roadway and install pavement tapers with 15-foot radii abutting the existing pavement.
3. Right-of-way
District policy requires 70-feet of right-of-way on collector roadways (Figure 72-F1 B). This right-of-
way width allows for the construction of a 3-lane roadway with curb, gutter, 5-foot wide detached
sidewalks and bike lanes. There is currently 70-feet of right-of-way for Hickory Way abutting the site.
District policy requires 120-feet of right-of-way on arterial roadways (Figure 72-F3). This right-of-way
allows for the construction of a 7-lane roadway with curb, gutter, 5-foot concrete detached sidewalks
and bike lanes. The applicant should not be required to dedicate any additional right-of-way because
the existing right-of-way is sufficient for the construction of the future signal and travel lanes.
C. Site Specific Conditions of Approval
If the rezone is approved and the District receives a development proposal, the District
intends to provide site -specific requirements that apply upon review of future development.
The Findings for Consideration cover a portion of the District policies that will pertain to any
development proposal for this site.
1. Construct a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk on Fairview Avenue located 2-feet within
the right-of-way. Coordinate the location and elevation of the sidewalk with District staff. If
the sidewalk meanders outside of the right-of-way, provide an easement for the sidewalk.
The District will require a license agreement for the landscape strip with the detached
sidewalk. Please contact the Right -of -Way Division at 387-3271 for guidelines.
2. Construct a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk on Hickory Way that ties into the existing
sidewalk on Hickory Way. Coordinate the location and elevation of the sidewalk with District
staff. If the sidewalk meanders outside of the right-of-way, provide an easement for the
sidewalk. The District will require a license agreement for the landscape strip with the
detached sidewalk. Please contact the Right -of -Way Division at 387-3271 for guidelines.
3. Direct lot access to Fairview Avenue shall be restricted to this lot. A shared access with Lot
1, Block 1, Angel Park Subdivision located near the northwest property line and in alignment
with the existing driveway across Hickory Way is preferred.
4. As required by District policy, restrictions on the width, number and locations of driveways,
shall be placed on future development of this parcel
5. Comply with all Standard Conditions of Approval.
D. Standard Conditions of Approval
1 • Any existing irrigation facilities shall be relocated outside of the right-of-way.
2. All utility relocation costs associated with improving street frontages abutting the site
by the developer. e shall be borne
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3. Replace any existing damaged curb and gutter and any that may be damaged during the construction
of the proposed development. Contact Construction Services at 387-6280 for details.
4. Utility street cuts in pavement less than five years old are not allowed unless approved in writing by
the District. Contact Construction Services at 387-6280 (with file numbers) for details.
5. All design and construction shall be in accordance with the Ada County Highway District Policy
Manual, ISPWC Standards and approved supplements, Construction Services procedures and all
applicable ACHD Ordinances unless specifically waived herein. An engineer registered in the State
of Idaho shall prepare and certify all improvement plans.
6. The applicant shall submit revised plans for staff approval,
other required permits), which incorporates any required design changes.issuance of building permit (or
7. Construction, use and property development shall be in conformance with all applicable requirements
of the Ada County Highway District prior to District approval for occupancy.
8. Payment of applicable road impact fees are required prior to building construction in accordance with
Ordinance #195, also known as Ada County Highway District Road Impact Fee Ordinance.
9. It is the responsibility of the applicant to verify all existing utilities within the right-of-way. Existing
utilities damaged by the applicant shall be repaired by the applicant at no cost to ACHD. The
applicant shall be required to call DIGLINE at least two full business days prior to breaking ground
within ACHD right-of-way. The applicant shall contact ACHD Traffic Operations 387-6190 in the
event any ACHD conduits (spare or filled) are compromised during any phase of construction.
10. No change in the terms and conditions of this approval shall be valid unless they are in writing and
signed by the applicant or the applicant's authorized representative and an authorized representative
of the Ada County Highway District. The burden shall be upon the applicant to obtain written
confirmation of any change from the Ada County Highway District.
11. Any change by the applicant in the planned use of the property which is the subject of this
application, shall require the applicant to comply with all rules, regulations, ordinances, plans, or other
regulatory and legal restrictions in force at the time the applicant or its successors in interest advises
the Highway District of its intent to change the planned use of the subject property unless a
waiver/variance of said requirements or other legal relief is granted pursuant to the law in effect at the
time the change in use is sought.
E. Conclusions of Law
1. The proposed rezone is approved, if all of the Site Specific and Standard Conditions are satisfied.
2. ACHD requirements are intended to assure that the proposed use/development will not place an
undue burden on the existing vehicular and pedestrian transportation system within the vicinity
impacted by the proposed development. y
Attachments
1. Vicinity Map
2. Appeal Guidelines
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Request for Appeal of Staff Decision
Appeal of Staff Decision: The Commission shall hear and decide appeals
the
final decision made by the ROWDS Manager when it is alleged that the ROWDS Manage didf not
properly apply this section 7101.6, did not consider all of the relevant facts presented, made an error
of fact or law, abused discretion or acted arbitrarily and capriciously in the interpretation or
enforcement of the ACHD Policy Manual.
a. Filing Fee: The Commission may, from time to time, set reasonable fees to be charged
the applicant for the processing of appeals, to cover administrative costs.
b. Initiation: An appeal is initiated by the filing of a written notice of appeal
of Highway Systems, which must be filed within ten (10) working days from the date oftary t the
decision that is the subject of the appeal. The notice of appeal shall refer to the decision
being appealed, identify the appellant by name, address and telephone number and state
the grounds for the appeal. The grounds shall include a written summary of the provisions
of the policy relevant to the appeal and/or the facts and law relied upon and shall include a
written argument in support of the appeal. The Commission shall not consider a notice of
appeal that does not comply with the provisions of this subsection.
c. Time to Reply: The ROWDS Manager shall have ten (10) working days from the date of
the filing of the notice of appeal to reply to the notice of the appeal, and may during such
time meet with the appellant to discuss the matter, and may also consider and/or modify
the decision that is being appealed. A copy of the reply, and any modifications to the
decision being appealed will be provided to the appellant prior to the Commission hearing
on the appeal.
d. Notice of Hearing: Unless otherwise agreed to by the a
appeal
will be noticed and scheduled on the Commission agenda at a tregula regular g to, the haring ofebe held
within thirty (30) days following the delivery to the appellant of the ROWDS Manager's
reply to the notice of appeal. A copy of the decision being appealed, the notice of appeal
and the reply shall be delivered to the Commission at least one (1) week prior to the
hearing.
e. Action by Commission: Following the hearing, the Commission shall either affirm or
reverse, in whole or part, or otherwise modify, amend or supplement the decision being
appealed, as such action is adequately supported by the law and evidence presented at
the hearing.
Appeal Guidelines
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