HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC - Commission Recommendatin to City Council and Staff Report STAFF REPORT E IDIA 4
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT A H O
HEARING 8/8/2023 �-
DATE: '
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TO: Mayor&City Council s
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FROM: Brian McClure, Comprehensive
Associate Planner
208-550-8253
bmcclure@meridiancity.org
APPLICANT: Caleb Hood,Planning Division `
Manager Legend �.
SUBJECT: H-2023-0029 AOCI
■■ County — 69
Comprehensive Plan Policy Update; ■■ 6Line
Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment Future
(CPAT) Road
LOCATION: Citywide
I. PROJECT OVERVIEW
A. Summary
Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment(CPAT)to update text,priorities, and lead/support
departments for certain policy text in the Comprehensive Plan(Plan),by the City of Meridian
Planning Division.
B. Issues
There are no known issues, and no comments received indicating any public concern with the
application.
C. Recommendation
Staff:
Based on the analysis below, staff recommends approval of the proposed application as proposed
with no modifications. See section III Staff Analysis for additional information.
Commission Recommendation:
The Meridian Planning&Zoning Commission(Commission)heard this application on July 6,
2023. The Commission recommended the application forward to City Council for approval. See
section VI. Action for additional information.
Note: This is a prototype staff report template that is still under development.
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D. Decision
City Council: Pending
Table: Land Use Descriptions
Description Details Page
Existing/Proposed Zoning n/a n/a
Future Land Use Designation n/a n/a
Existing Land Use(s) n/a n/a
Proposed Land Use(s) n/a n/a
Table: Process Facts
Description Details
Preapplication Meeting date Friday,May 19,2023
Neighborhood Meeting n/a
Site posting date n/a
II. COMMUNITY METRICS
See City/Agency Comments and Conditions Section for all department/agency comments received.
Table: Community Metrics
Agency/Element Description/Issue Page
Ada County Highway District n/a
• Comments Received No I n/a
• Commission Action Required No I n/a
• Access n/a n/a
• Traffic Level of Service n/a n/a
ITD Comments Received No n/a
Meridian Fire n/a n/a
Meridian Police n/a n/a
Meridian Public Works Wastewater n/a n/a
Meridian Public Works Water n/a n/a
School District(s) n/a n/a
• Distance n/a n/a
• Capacity of Schools n/a I n/a
• Number of Students Enrolled n/a I n/a
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Figure: Policy Figures (as proposed)
Total Policies # Modified With Text With Priority With Lead With Support
Modification Modification Modification Modification
50 (10.2%) = =.
Comprehensive Plan Policies by Type Action Items by Priority
Low,16
Goals,34
Medium,
Action 18
Items,380 (:4 Objectives, g On-going,309 High,24
78
Very High,
13
#of Policies (Adopted) by Section
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Arts and Culture 12
Character, Design,and Identity 21
Economic Excellence 40
Education and Community Services 17
Future Land use 22
Growth and Population 54
Historic Preservation 12
Housing 33
Parks and Pathways 38
Public Safety 27
Stewardship 43
Transportation and Streets 38
Utilities&Infrastructure 23
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III. STAFF ANALYSIS
(Comprehensive Plan and UDC)
A. General Overview
It was June of 2020 when the last text amendment to the policies of the Comprehensive Plan were
made(resolution#20-2224). This 2020 update added priorities to the policies of the
Comprehensive Plan(Plan). The original plan, adopted in December of 2019,was not proposed
with priorities, in part so that a newly elected City Council with councilpersons not previously
involved in the adoption, could become more vested.
Following the May 2"d,2023 update with City Council on the progress of high and very high
priority policies,this amendment moves forward text changes to 50 policies of the Plan. These
are the same changes proposed to City Council in May, except that several additional policies are
proposed to change assignments from Community Development(CD)to Economic Development
(ED),done in coordination with ED and Mayor's staff. These assignment changes are being made
due to the Economic Development team no longer being under the umbrella of Community
Development, and instead operate under the Mayor's Office.
Revisions proposed are primarily to the priority of the policies,minor grammar corrections to the
text of the policies, or to reflect tense of the activity. This amendment does not include changes to
the general text of the Plan, does not add or remove any policies,and does not include any
changes to the Future Land Use Map.
Table: Project Facts
Description Details
History Resolutions:20-2224,21-2302,22-2347
Phasing Plan n/a
Residential Units n/a
Open Space n/a
Amenities n/a
Physical Features n/a
Acreage n/a
Lots n/a
Density n/a
B. Comprehensive Plan Analysis
The Comprehensive Plan and specifically the implementation(or policies) is intended to be
maintained to ensure it remains relevant and that City efforts are transparent. Page 1-12 of the
Comprehensive Plan states,
The intent of the Implementation Plan is to provide transparency to the community and
ensure timely execution of the Comprehensive Plan's action items through assigned
responsibilities and priorities.
On a regular basis, City staff will report to Council progress made toward completing
action items. It is also anticipated that additional action items may be added and an
update to both the text of the Comprehensive Plan and the Existing Conditions Report
will occur on a bi-annual basis, and/or as otherwise needed.
While no policy additions or deletions are being made with this round of changes,to limit the
scope of work and impact,it is the intention of City Staff to still provide timely updates. (NOTE:
It is anticipated that a robust review and report to Council on the policies will occur in 2024.)
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Proposed revisions are primarily to the priority of the policies,minor grammar corrections to the
text of the policies, or to reflect tense of the activity.
Proposed revisions are shown in st-Fike-through(remove)and underline(addition) format. The
complete list of policies including all Goals,Objectives, and Action items can be found at:
https:llmeridiancity.orglcompplan, on the Implementation page(or download the full PDF, from
the link on this same page).
The complete list of proposed changes, in strike-through and underline, and with all changes is
available in the attachments:
• Attachment 1:Policies with recommended minor revisions.
• Attachment 2:Policies with all changes proposed.
Notes: The following keys may be helpful when reviewing attachments. For priorities,please
keep in mind that the Comprehensive Plan is a vision plan,not a work plan, and not all policies
may ultimately have the staff, funding or other resources necessary to move forward, and some
may slip in timelines due to other operational priorities;that does not mean they are not
important.
Priorities:
• Very High=Currently/Immediately
• High= 1 to 3 years
• Medium=3 to 5 years
• Low=5 to 10 years
• On-going=regularly or at every opportunity.
Departments:
• All=All City • FI=Finance
Departments . HR=Human Resources
• AO=Attorney's Office . IT=Information Tech.
• CD=Com. Dev. . MO=Mayor's Office
• CO=Clerk's Office . PD=Police Dept.
• FD=Fire Dept. . PR=Parks and Recreation
• ED=Economic . PW=Public Works.
Development
IV. CITY/AGENCY COMMENTS & CONDITIONS
All City Departments with assigned responsibilities for High and Very High were requested to
participate in the review process. Further, all other Departments were provided the opportunity to
review. Comments received have been integrated into the subject CPAT amendment.
V. FINDINGS
A. Required Findings from the Unified Development Code
1. The proposed amendment is consistent with the other elements of the comprehensive plan.
Commission finds the proposed amendment is it consistent with other elements of the Plan.
Maintaining the policies of the Plan is a stated and inherently fundamental requirement of
implementation.
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2. The proposed amendment provides an improved guide to future growth and development of
the city.
Commission finds the proposed amendment is an improved guide for future development. The
amendment helps to maintain the Plan as a relevant and living document.
3. The proposed amendment is internally consistent with the goals,objectives and policies of
the Comprehensive Plan.
Commission finds the proposed amendment is internally consistent with the Comprehensive
Plan. Maintaining the policies of the Plan is a stated and inherently fundamental requirement
of implementation.
4. The proposed amendment is consistent with this Unified Development Code.
Commission finds the proposed amendment is consistent with the Unified Development Code
(UDC). The amendment clarifies implementation, some of which may result in enhancements
to the UDC.
5. The amendment will be compatible with existing and planned surrounding land uses.
Commission finds he the amendment is compatible with existing and planned surrounding
land uses. The amendment does not modify the text or map of the adopted Plan except to
maintain the Implementation component of the Plan.
6. The proposed amendment will not burden existing and planned service capabilities.
Commission finds that the proposed amendment will not burden existing and planned service
capabilities. The amendment are minor revisions and makes no substantial modification to
policies that would burden existing or planned services.
7. The proposed map amendment(as applicable)provides a logical juxtaposition of uses that
allows sufficient area to mitigate any anticipated impact associated with the development of
the area.
Not applicable. The proposed amendment does not revise the map or land use descriptions.
8. The proposed amendment is in the best interest of the City of Meridian.
Commission finds the proposed amendment is in the best interest of the City. Maintaining the
Plan will help to ensure a relevant document that enhances City operations and public
transparency.
VI. ACTION
A. Staff:
There are no outstanding issues. Staff recommends approval of H-2023-0029 as proposed.
B. Commission:
The Meridian Planning&Zoning Commission heard these items on 7/6/2023. At the public
hearing,the Commission moved to recommend approval of the subject H-2023-0029 application
request.
1. Summary of Commission public hearing:
i. In favor: No testimony provided.
ii. In opposition: No testimony provided.
iii. Commenting: No testimony provided.
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iv. Written testimony: No testimony provided.
v. Staff presenting application: Brian McClure presented the application.
vi. Other Staff commenting on application: None.
2. Key issue(s) of public testimony:
i. None.
3. Key issue(s)of discussion by Commission:
i. The Commission discussed Council interest around growth priority areas,but did
not recommend any changes.
4. Commission change(s)to Staff recommendation:
i. None.
5. Outstanding issue(s) for City Council:
i. None.
C. City Council:
Pending.
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VII. ATTACHMENTS
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A. Attachment 1: Policies with recommended minor revisions.
ID Policy Priority . Support
Align City Code with the policies of the Comprehensive Plan to reflect the VeFy High
2.01.01A community's desires for various types,sizes,and designs of residential On-going g CD AO
neighborhoods.
2.02.00 Plan for safe, attractive,and well-maintained neighborhoods that have ample CD FD, FI,AO, PR,
open space,and generous amenities that provide varied lifestyle choices. P D`
2.02.01B Evaluate open space and amenity requirement and criteria for consistency with VeFy High CD PR, PD
community needs and values. On-going
Maximize public services by prioritizing infill development of vacant and CD, FI,AO, PW,
2.02.02 underdeveloped parcels within the City over parcels on the fringe. CD ED
Consider incentives such as density bonuses, reduced open space requirements,
2.02.02B and reduced fees for infill development in key areas near existing services. Very High CD FI,AO, PW, ED
2.02.02F Ensure that new development within existing residential neighborhoods is Very High CD
cohesive and complementary in design and construction. On-going
Establish methods to support the business community by drafting an Economic
2.06.0113 Development Plan in partnership with the Meridian Chamber of Commerce and High GDED MQCD
Meridian Development Corporation.
2.06.01E Focus on developing industries that tend to exceed the living wage,such as High CID 449
technology, healthcare and other similar industries. ED CD
2.06.02 Support economic opportunities for a community with diverse income levels. On-going CD, ED CD, ED NIG
Pursue public-private partnerships and economic development grants that bring OD 440
2.06.02B additional job opportunities to the community. On-going ED CD
2.07.02A Streamline the approval process for development proposals that are consistent Very High CD MO
with the vision and values of the community.
2.07.02D Review development regulations to ensure an efficient process and remove W94 CD MO
unnecessarily burdensome costs and delays. On-going
2.08.01A Develop and maintain marketing materials to share with targeted industries. High &B
ED
2.09.00 Create positive,vibrant, and accessible commercial activity centers within the CD, MO, PRE CD, FI, MO, PR,
community. ED
2.09.01 Support redevelopment and infill opportunities Downtown. MO,CD, PW` CD, FI, R ED,
PR
2.09.01A Pursue public-private partnerships to develop parking facilities. High CD CD, FI,NIG ED
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2.09.016 Establish incentives to develop gathering spaces and civic facilities within High ED MO CFI, PR
Downtown.
2.09.01E Explore incentives for targeted projects that meet economic development goals. High CID 449ED CD
2.09.03 Cultivate unique and diverse destination-type activities within Meridian's IF MO,CD
centers.
2.09.03A Establish distinct,engaging identities within commercial and mixed use centers High CD
through design standards.
2.09.03D Develop a collaborative economic development strategy to recruit new High EKED
businesses.
3.01.01D Evaluate development proposals based on consistency with the vision as well as CD
physical,social,economic, environmental,and aesthetic criteria. Ongoing
3.02.01G Establish and maintain levels of service for public facilities and services, including High MO All
water,sewer, police,transportation,schools,fire,and parks.
3.03.00 Direct and prioritize development in strategic areas and in accordance with CD, PW, MO All, CD,AO, PW,
corridor and special area plans. MO
3.03.01E Encourage infill development. CD
On-going
Prioritize growth and development where it furthers the City's vision and allows
3.03.02 CD, PW All, M0,CD
for the efficient provision of services.
3.03.02A Engage with service providers,City leadership,and community members to VeFy High CD All
identify priority growth areas. On-going
As part of establishing and i~^ -maintaining strategic growth areas,
consider including targeted redevelopment/opportunity areas within the Area of VeryEg
3.03.02D CD All
City Impact,areas within the City limits and within a specified distance of major On-going
utility connections,and unincorporated county enclaves suitable for annexation.
Develop incentives for appropriate investment in strategic growth areas;
3.03.02E All
discourage development outside of established growth areas.
Require proposed development within areas further away from urban services,
existing utilities or requiring significant City utility upgrades,to demonstrate
3.03.02F fiscal benefits,strategic fit with the Comprehensive Plan,contiguity with existing On-going MOLD M0
development,and appropriate mitigation for any impacts to existing City service
users.
Plan for transportation connectivity and the provision of adequate urban utilities CD, MO PW,AO
and services for county enclaves.
13.04.00 Shape the future of the City through implementation and coordination of long CD, IT, MO All, CD, PW,AO
range planning efforts.
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3.04.02D Improve the neighborhood meeting and public notice process. Very High CD AC,CO
Ongoing
3.06.00 Ensure a variety and balance of land uses within the Area of City Impact. CD F D MO, PW
3.06.01 Plan for periodic review, monitoring,and updating of land uses within City limits CD ED, MO
and Area of City Impact.
3.06.0113 Monitor and adjust the amount and mix of industrial,commercial,and office W94 CD ED
areas needed to meet the employment needs of the City. On-going
3.06.02 Plan for an appropriate mix of land uses that ensures connectivity, livability,and CD PWD
economic vitality.
Discourage residential land uses in close proximity to the Wastewater Resource
3.06.02E Recovery Facility,the Intermountain Gas Facility on Can-Ada Road,and other CD PW, ED
incompatible land uses. On-going
3.07.00 Encourage compatible uses and site design to minimize conflicts and maximize CD APR
use of land.
3.07.01 Proactively address potential conflicts between incompatible uses. CD ED
Preserve the industrial base within designated industrial land use areas by
3.07.01D discouraging non-industrial uses and focusing on light manufacturing, } CD ED
distribution,flex-space,and base-employment. Very-High
4.05.00 Preserve, protect,enhance,and wisely use natural resources. CD, MC, PR, PW CD, FI,AO, PR,
PW`
Preserve prime farmland within the Area of City Impact to maintain rural
4.05.03 character and provide opportunities for local produce and continued farming CD, MO MO, CD_
operations.
Slow the outward progression of the City's limits by discouraging fringe area
4.05.036 development;encourage development of vacant or underutilized parcels MO CD, ED
currently within City limits. On-going
4.05.03D Consider public support for funding to preserve open space as part of permanent VeFy High C-D NI9
land trust. Low MO CD
Develop lot grading,dust,and drainage standards for residential development to
4.10.01H Very High WAF CD FAO
mitigate slope erosion and protect property.
5.01.02A Maintain and implement community design ordinances,quality design criteria, High CD
and complete street policies to set quality standards citywides.
5.03.00 Create opportunities for all Meridian residents and visitors to experience public PR CD,AO, MO f
a rt.
5.03.01 Support art throughout the community. PR CD,AO, MO, IT
5.03.01D Provide local artists with opportunities to showcase their work. On-going PR MO, IT
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Work with the Union Pacific Railroad,Watco Companies and other interested
6.01.01A stakeholders to preserve and protect the existing Boise Cut-off rail corridor as a CD MO, PW
multi-use corridor, including freight. On-going
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B. Attachment 2: Policies with all changes proposed.
ID Policy Priority . Support
Align City Code with the policies of the Comprehensive Plan to reflect the
2.01.01A community's desires for various types,sizes,and designs of residential On-going CD AO
neighborhoods.
2.02.00 Plan for safe,attractive,and well-maintained neighborhoods that have ample CD FD, FI,AO, PR,
open space,and generous amenities that provide varied lifestyle choices. PD, ED
2.02.01B Evaluate open space and amenity requirement and criteria for consistency with On-going CD PR, PD
community needs and values.
Maximize public services by prioritizing infill development of vacant and CD, FI,AO, PW,
2.02.02 underdeveloped parcels within the City over parcels on the fringe. CD ED
Consider incentives such as density bonuses, reduced open space requirements,
2.02.02B and reduced fees for infill development in key areas near existing services. Very High CD FI,AO, PW, ED
Ensure that new development within existing residential neighborhoods is
2.02.02E On-going CD
cohesive and complementary in design and construction.
Establish methods to support the business community by drafting an Economic
2.06.0113 Development Plan in partnership with the Meridian Chamber of Commerce and High ED CD
Meridian Development Corporation.
2.06.01E Focus on developing industries that tend to exceed the living wage,such as High CD
technology, healthcare and other similar industries. ED
2.06.02 Support economic opportunities for a community with diverse income levels. On-going CD, ED CD, ED
Pursue public-private partnerships and economic development grants that bring
2.06.026 additional job opportunities to the community. On-going ED CD
2.07.02A Streamline the approval process for development proposals that are consistent Very High CD MO
with the vision and values of the community.
2.07.02D Review development regulations to ensure an efficient process and remove On-going CD MO
unnecessarily burdensome costs and delays.
2.08.01A Develop and maintain marketing materials to share with targeted industries. High ED
2.09.00 c Create
positive,t vibrant,and accessible commercial activity centers within the CD, MO, PR, ED CD, FI, MO, PR,
Y• D
2.09.01 Support redevelopment and infill opportunities Downtown. MO,CD, PW, ED CD, FI, ED, PR
2.09.01A Pursue public-private partnerships to develop parking facilities. High CD CD, Fl, ED
2.09.0113 Establish incentives to develop gathering spaces and civic facilities within High MO CD, FI, PR
Downtown.
2.09.01E Explore incentives for targeted projects that meet economic development goals. High ED CD
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2.09.03 Cultivate unique and diverse destination-type activities within Meridian's CD, PR, ED MO, CD
centers.
2.09.03A Establish distinct,engaging identities within commercial and mixed use centers High CD MO
through design standards.
2.09.03D Develop a collaborative economic development strategy to recruit new High ED
businesses.
Evaluate development proposals based on consistency with the vision as well as
3.01.01D On-going CD
physical,social,economic, environmental,and aesthetic criteria.
3.02.01G Establish and maintain levels of service for public facilities and services, including High MO All
water,sewer,police,transportation,schools,fire,and parks.
3.03.00 Direct and prioritize development in strategic areas and in accordance with CD, PW, MO All, CD,AO, PW,
corridor and special area plans. MO
3.03.01E Encourage infill development. On-going CD
Prioritize growth and development where it furthers the City's vision and allows
3.03.02 for the efficient provision of services. CD, PW All, MO,CD
3.03.02A Engage with service providers,City leadership,and community members to CD All
identify priority growth areas. On-going
As part of establishing and maintaining strategic growth areas,consider including
targeted redevelopment/opportunity areas within the Area of City Impact,areas
3.03.02D CD All
within the City limits and within a specified distance of major utility connections, On-going
and unincorporated county enclaves suitable for annexation.
Develop incentives for appropriate investment in strategic growth areas;
3.03.02E CD All
discourage development outside of established growth areas. Low
Require proposed development within areas further away from urban services,
existing utilities or requiring significant City utility upgrades,to demonstrate
3.03.02F fiscal benefits,strategic fit with the Comprehensive Plan,contiguity with existing On-going MO MO
development,and appropriate mitigation for any impacts to existing City service
users.
3.03.04 Plan for transportation connectivity and the provision of adequate urban utilities CD, MO PW,AO,CD
and services for county enclaves.
3.04.00 Shape the future of the City through implementation and coordination of long CD, IT, MO All, CD, PW,AO,
range planning efforts. CO
3.04.02D Improve the neighborhood meeting and public notice process. On-going CD AO,CO
3.06.00 Ensure a variety and balance of land uses within the Area of City Impact. CD ED, MO, PW
3.06.01 Plan for periodic review, monitoring,and updating of land uses within City limits CD ED, MO
and Area of City Impact.
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Monitor and adjust the amount and mix of industrial,commercial,and office
3.06.01B areas needed to meet the employment needs of the City. On-going CD ED
3.06.02 Plan for an appropriate mix of land uses that ensures connectivity, livability,and CD PW, ED
economic vitality.
Discourage residential land uses in close proximity to the Wastewater Resource
3.06.02E Recovery Facility,the Intermountain Gas Facility on Can-Ada Road,and other On-going CD PW, ED
incompatible land uses.
3.07.00 Encourage compatible uses and site design to minimize conflicts and maximize CD ED, PR
use of land.
3.07.01 Proactively address potential conflicts between incompatible uses. CD ED
Preserve the industrial base within designated industrial land use areas by
3.07.01D discouraging non-industrial uses and focusing on light manufacturing, Very-High CD ED
distribution,flex-space,and base-employment.
4.05.00 Preserve, protect,enhance,and wisely use natural resources. CD, MO, PR, PW CD, FI,AO, PR,
PW, ED
Preserve prime farmland within the Area of City Impact to maintain rural
4.05.03 character and provide opportunities for local produce and continued farming CD, MO MO, CD, ED
operations.
Slow the outward progression of the City's limits by discouraging fringe area
4.05.03B development;encourage development of vacant or underutilized parcels MO CD, ED
currently within City limits. On-going
4.05.03D Consider public support for funding to preserve open space as part of permanent Low MO CD
land trust.
Develop lot grading,dust,and drainage standards for residential development to
4.10.01H mitigate slope erosion and protect property. Very High CD AO, PW
Maintain and implement community design ordinances quality design criteria
5.01.02A and complete street policies to set quality standards citywide. High CD
5.03.00 Create opportunities for all Meridian residents and visitors to experience public PR CD,AO, MO, IT
a rt.
5.03.01 Support art throughout the community. PR CD,AO, MO, IT
5.03.01D Provide local artists with opportunities to showcase their work. On-going PR MO, IT
Work with the Union Pacific Railroad,Watco Companies and other interested
6.01.01A stakeholders to preserve and protect the existing Boise Cut-off rail corridor as a On-going CD MO, PW
multi-use corridor, including freight.
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