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CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF OCTOBER 24, 2006
FROM:
Caleb Hood
Meridian Planning Department
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Hearing Date: 10/24/2006
Mayor & City Council
SUBJECT:
Shepherd Creek Subdivision
. PP.06-040
Preliminary Plat of 55 single-family building lots, 7 common lots, and 1
church lot on 32.45 acres, in an existing R-8 zone.
. MI-06.004
Miscellaneous request to modify the recorded Development Agreement for
the Valley Shepherd Church ofthe Nazarene to allow a residential subdivision
on church property.
1. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF APPLICANT'S REQUEST
The applicant, RMR Consulting, Inc., has applied for Preliminary Plat approval of 55 single-family
residential lots, 7 common lots, and I church lot on 32.45 acres for Shepherd Creek Subdivision. Twenty
of the 32 acres are to be retained and used by the Nazarene Church, and 12 acres are proposed for
residential development. The Development Agreement (DA) in effect for this site restricts residential uses
on this site. Therefore, the applicant has submitted a concurrent Miscellaneous application to modify the
recorded DA to allow residential and church uses on the subject site. The site is located on the west side
of Meridian Road, approximately Y2 mile south of Overland Road. The subject property is within the
Urban Service Planning Area and within the current city limits (zoned R-8). This area has not been
previously platted.
2. SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION
The subject applications (PP-06-040 and MI-06-004) were submitted to the Planning Department for
concurrent review. Staff has provided a detailed analysis regarding the requested Preliminary Plat and
Miscellaneous applications below. Generally, the Planning & Zoning Commission does not make a
recommendation to the Council on DA modifications. However, because the recorded DA must be
amended to allow a residential subdivision, both of the subject applications are being combined into one
staff report. The Commission should make recommendations to the Council on both of the subject
applications. Staff is recommending approval of the proposed DA modification and Preliminary Plat.
subiect to the plat being re-designed to comply with the RA (not R-8) dimensional standards and the
construction of a collector roadway out to Meridian Road. Please see Sections 8 and 9 of the Staff Report
for detailed analysis. These items were on the Au~mst 17 and Seotember 21. 2006 Meridian Planning:
and Zoning: Commission aeendas. At the Seotember 21. 2006 oubUc hearing: they moved to
recommend aooroval.
a. Summary of Commission Public Hearing:
i. In favor: Matt Schultz, Joel Hammer
ii. In opposition: Kimberly Newell-LeMaster, Karen McGordon
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111. Commenting: Leslie Madsen
IV. Staff presenting application: Caleb Hood
v. Other staff commenting on application: Bill Nary
b. Key Issues of Discussion by Commission:
i. Need for a collector roadway out to Meridian Road;
ii. Minimum house sizes;
iii. Proposed lot sizes;
iv. Transition in street sections and sidewalks between Bear Creek, Strada
Bellissima and the subject development; and
v. Traffic calming at some ofthe intersections.
c. Key Commission Changes to Staff Recommendation:
i. Leave all lots as proposed, currently zoned R-8 - no R-4.
ii. Require at least a 1,400 square foot minimum house size in this development.
111. Require the landscaping, street, and sidewalk to transition in to match the
existing stub streets.
d. Outstanding Issue(s) for City Council:
i. The collector roadway connection to Meridian Road.
ii. Use (recorded DA prohibits residential uses) and density proposed.
3. PROPOSED MOTIONS
Approval
After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to approve File Numbers pp-
06-040 and MI-06-004 as presented in the Staff Report for the hearing date of October 24, 2006,
with the following modifications to the conditions of approval: (Add any proposed
modifications. )
Denial
After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to deny File Numbers PP-06-
040 & MI-06-004 as presented during the public hearing on October 24,2006, for the following
reasons: (State specific reasons for denial of the development agreement modification and/or
preliminary plat request.)
Continuance
After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to continue File Numbers
PP-06-040 & MI-06-004 to the hearing date of (insert continued hearing date here) for the
following reason(s): (State specific reason(s) for a continuance.)
4. APPLICATION AND PROPERTY FACTS
a. Site Address/Location:
West side of Meridian Road, approximately Y2 mile south of Overland Road / 2475 S.
Meridian Road; Section 24, T3N, RI W
b. Owner:
Shepherd's Creek, LLC
10286 Ustick Road
Boise, ill 83704
&
Valley Shepherd Church of the Nazarene
831 N. Main Street
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Meridian, ill 83642
c. Applicant:
RMR Consulting, Inc.
2127 S. Alaska Way
Meridian, ill 83642
d. Representative: Matthew Schultz, RMR Consulting, Inc.
e. Present Zoning: R-8
f. Present Comprehensive Plan Designation: Public/Quasi-Public
g. Description of Applicant's Request:
1. Date of Preliminary Plat (attached in Exhibit A): May 5, 2006
2. Date of Landscape Plan (attached in Exhibit A): May 2006 (residential portion) &
April 10, 2006 (church portion)
h. Applicant's Statement/Justification: Our proposed preliminary plat of 1 Church Lot, 55
residential lots, and 7 common lots on 32.45 acres is consistent with the R-8 zoning ordinance
and the existing zoning surrounding the subdivision (please see applicant's submittal letter).
5. PROCESS FACTS
a. The subject application will in fact constitute a preliminary plat as determined by City
Ordinance. By reason of the provisions of the Meridian City Code Title 11, a public hearing is
required before the City Council on this matter.
b. Miscellaneous applications are not currently addressed in Title 11 of the Meridian City Code.
It has been determined by the City's Legal Department that a miscellaneous application to
amend a recorded development agreement will in fact require a public hearing before the City
Council.
c. Newspaper notifications published on: July 31 and August 14,2006 (Planning & Zoning
Commission hearing), and October 2 and 16, 2006 (City Council hearing)
d. Radius notices mailed to properties within 300 feet on: July 21, 2006 (Planning & Zoning
Cummission hearing), and September 29,2006 (City Council hearing)
e. Applicant posted notice on site by: August 7, 2006 (Planning & Zoning Commission hearing),
and October 14, 2006 (City Council hearing)
6. LAND USE
a. Existing Land Use(s): Vacant land and a church.
b. Description of Character of Surrounding Area: A mix of single-family residential and
proposed office buildings. This area is rapidly urbanizing.
c. Adjacent Land Use and Zoning:
1. North: Single-family residential in Bear Creek Subdivision, zoned R-4 and R-8.
2. East: Meridian Road; Office/Commercial uses in the City and County, zoned L-O and
RUT (Ada County).
3. South: Single-family residential and future offices in Strada Bellissima, zoned R-4
and L-O.
4. West: Single-family residential in Bear Creek Subdivision, zoned R-4.
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d. History of Previous Actions:
- On December 19, 2000 the City Council voted to annex this property into the City of
Meridian with an R-8 zoning designation (AZ-00-018).
- On February 22, 2001, a Development Agreement (DA) was recorded (Instrument #
101015259) for this property. Section 4. Uses Permitted bv this Agreement. of said DA allows
the construction and develooment of a church and a multi-oufPose facility. Section 4 goes on
to state: "No change in the uses specified in this Agreement shall be allowed without
modification of this Agreement."
_ On August 14,2003, an addendum to the DA was recorded (Instrument # 103137111) that
slightly amended the Legal Description of the property subject to the DA.
_ On February 16, 2006 the City approved a Conditional Use Permit for the Valley Shepherd
Church (ClTP-05-05R). Condition of Approval Bl.8 of CUP-05:-058 states: "Jf any portion of
the original 32 acre parcel and approximately 1.7 acres contained in Bear Creek Subdivision is
further divided then the entire 34.8 acre site shall be contained in a future plat." In the
Analysis section of the Staff Report for CUP-05-058. a provision for a future collector
roadway connection to Meridian Road is discussed as a future condition of the subiect
preliminary plat.
_ On May 8, 2006, a Certificate of Zoning Compliance permit was issued for the construction
of a 45,575 square foot church on this site.
e. Existing Constraints and Opportunities:
1. Public Works
Location of sewer: There is sewer stubbed to this property from Bear Creek
Subdivision, however those mains flow to a lift station that is not eligible to take
any more sewage at this time.
Location of water: There are water stubs to this property from Bear Creek
Subdivision to the west and north, and a stub to the south in Strada Bellisima.
Issues or concerns: I.) This property is proposing to sewer to mains in Bear
Creek which flow to the Bear Creek lift station. At this time the lift station is
ineligible to take any additional flows. 2.) The need tu stub a sewer service to
parcel R8186120850 which is located along the southwest comer of the property.
2. Vegetation: Existing trees will be retained or relocated on site.
3. Flood plain: N/A
4. Canals/Ditches/Irrigation: The Hardin Drain courses through this site. All irrigation
ditches, laterals and canals should be covered.
5. Hazards: See Analysis below.
6. Size of Property: 32.45 acres (20.45 acres for church, 12 acres for single-family
homes)
f. Subdivision Plat Information:
I. Residential Lots: 55
2. Non-residential Lots: 1
3. Total Building Lots: 56
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4. Common Lots: 7
5. Other Lots: 0
6. Total Lots: 63
7. Residential Area: 12.0 acres
8. Gross Density: 4.58 units per acre (5.63 net density)
9. Lot Sizes: Lot sizes range from 5,092 square feet to 14,866 square feet. 42% of the lots
range in size from 7,000 square feet to 14,866 square feet. 58% of the lots are smaller
than 6,600 square feet. The average lot size is approximately 6,694 square feet.
g. Landscaping:
I. Width of street buffer(s): The Future Land Use Map designates Meridian Road as an
"Entryway Corridor." The UDC (Table 11-3B-7) requires a 35-foot widc strcct buffcr
adjacent to Entryway Corridors. The landscape plan proposes a 35-foot wide
landscape buffer easement along Meridian Road. UDC Table 11-2A-4 requires a 20-
foot wide landscape buffer adjacent to collector roadways. Although not required by
the UDC, the applicant is proposing a 20-foot wide landscape street buffer between
Kodiak Drive, a local street, and the existing homes in Bear Creek to the north. This
proposal will keep the existing lots in Bear Creek from being double-fronted on public
streets.
2. Width ofbuffer(s) between land uses: N/A
3. Percentage of site as open space: 0.78 acres (6.50 %)
4. Other landscaping standards: Landscaping adjacent to micro-paths should comply
with UDC 11-3B-12. Common, open-space lots should include at least one deciduous
shade tree per 8,000 square feet (UDC 11-3G-3-E2).
h. Summary of Proposed Streets and/or Access: Access to the residential portion of this
development is proposed from three existing stub streets in Bear Creek and Strada Bellissima.
Part of the previous discussions on this site revolved around a future collector roadway
connection through this site to Meridian Road. This site has frontage on Meridian Road, half
way between Overland Road and Victory Road. At the request of the Planning Department, a
"Disputed Collector Roadway" is conceptually shown on the submitted preliminary plat. The
applicant is not proposing to construct this roadway, but staff has requested that this topic be a
topic of discussion for the Commission and Council. NOTE: Staff has received comments
from ITD and ACHD regarding this proiect. The ACHD Commission acted on this application
on September 6. 2006 and required the applicant to provide a 4th access road to this site. This
access road would directly connect the residential portion of Shepherd Creek to Maestra Street
which intersects Meridian Road at ~ mile north of Victory Road. The applicant has requested
that the ACHD Commission reconsider their action and the Commission has agreed to do so.
City Staff has also requested that ACHD reconsider their action of September 6th. and allow, if
not require. the applicant to construct a public street to Meridian Road at the mid-mile
location. Sheoherd Creek will again be heard by the ACHD Commission on September 20th,
one day before the Planning & Zoning Commission hearing. Staff will bring an update of the
ACHD Commission's final action to the September 21st P&Z Commission public hearing. The
comments staff has received from ITD state that they support the collector road connection at
the half mile location. and future signalization at the location. as warranted. and as funding
allows (please see letter from Sue Sullivan. Senior Planner. dated August 31. 2006.) Staff is
recommending: that the orooosed oreliminarv olat be modified by extendine; Kodiak
Drive as a collector roadway out to Meridian Road. Please see below for further
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analysis.
7. COMMENTS MEETING
On July 28,2006, Planning Staff held an agency comments meeting. The agencies and
departments present include: Meridian Fire Department, Meridian Police Department, Meridian
Parks Department, Meridian Public Works Department, and the Sanitary Services Company. Staff
has included all comments and recommended actions as Conditions of Approval in the attached
Exhibit B.
8. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN POLICIES AND GOALS
The 2002 Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map designates the subject property as
"Public/Quasi-Public". Chapter VII of the Comprehensive Plan defines Public, Quasi-Public and
Open Space as areas designated to preserve and protect existing private, municipal, state, and
federal land for area residents and visitors. Theses areas include neighborhood, community, and
urban parks. Government facilities, public and private schools, health care facilities, churches,
utilities, park and recreational areas, and cemeteries are also considered public/quasi-public type
uses.
In 2004, the City approved Resolution No. 04~454, which amended Chapter VII, Section 1, ofthe
Comprehensive Plan to include the following language regarding Public/Quasi-Public areas
(underline added): "Upon redevelopment of such properties. a change in designation and use may
be appropriate, the redevelopment of these areas should be guided by the intensity of the existing
use. the underlying zoning of the property. the surrounding land uses, the location of the property,
and transportation issues associated with the proposed development of the provertv. The
appropriate land use designation and accompanyinlZ zoning for these areas will be determined bv
City Council on a case by case basis." Staff finds that if the church has deemed the 12 acres that
is proposed for residential uses as surplus property, then a change in designation from
Public/Quasi-Public is appropriate. However, based on the factors listed above, which are in the
Comprehensive Plan for recommending such a change (existing land uses in the area, location,
transportation issues), Staff fmds that a development with R-4 densities is more appropriate than
the R-8 density and lot sizes proposed.
The;: 12 acres proposed for residential lots arc currently vacant, but zoned R-8. The land uses
surrounding this property are R-4 to the south and west, with the church and 32 homes in Bear
Creek No.6 to the north being zoned R-8. In December of 2000, when this property was
approved for annexation by the City, City Code prohibited churches in the R-4 zone. The R-8
zone conditionally allowed churches. That is why this property was zoned R-8. Staff believes that
it was not envisioned at the time of annexing this property that R-8 density and lot sizes would
occur on any portion of the property owned by the Nazarene Church. To support this belief, the
City required the church to enter into a Development Agreement stating that the annexation of the
35 acres was for a church and uses ancillary to the church only. Again, ifthe church now believes
that some of their property is surplus, staff believes that it is better to allow that surplus area to
develop than to just have the property sit vacant. However, staff recommends that if residential
uses are allowed on this property then the lots should be similar to how a maioritv of this area has
developed, with R-4 densities.
Staff believes that a residential use on the subject property is appropriate as the request is
consistent with the intent of Resolution No. 04-454, if the Commission and Council finds
residential development is appropriate for this site.
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Urban and Residential Collectors:
In Chapter VI of the Comprehensive Plan, under the Transportation section, the Plan states
(underline added): "The transportation system's second tier is the collector system. Collectors are
generally categorized as either urban or residential. Urban collectors are designed to carry higher
volumes of traffic and (often seamlessly) connect one arterial to another through a given mile.
They also may move at higher speeds than residential collectors. The latter are typically
constructed by private develops at the time of construction of a subdivision and have a more
residential character. They mayor may not connect throul!h an entire mile section." This section
goes on to state that the intersections of collector roads and arterial roads should be located at the
Y2 !nile point within any given section, and that collectors should extend in an essentially straight
line for 200 feet to 400 feet from the intersection (of the arterial). Collectors serve as key
transportation routes and link local roads with other collectors or arterials. Typically they provide
direct service to residential areas, are two to three lanes, have right-of-way width between 60 and
66 feet, and may have parking (page 53, Chapter VI, June 2006 Comprehensive Plan).
Based on the preceding Comprehensive Plan text and action items listed below. staff is
recommendilllz that a collector roadway be constructed to Meridian Road with the development of
Shepherd Creek (please also see Sections 9 and 10 of the Staff Report for UDC policies regarding
collector roadways alonlZ State HilZhways).
The following Comprehensive Plan policies apply to this application (staff analysis in italics):
. Chapter VII, Goal ill, Objective A, Action I - Require that development projects have
planned for the provision of all public services.
When the City established its Area of City Impact, it planned to provide City services to the
subject property. The City of Meridian plans to provide municipal services to the lands in the
following manner:
. Sanitary sewer and water service will be extended to the project at the developer's
expense.
. The subject lands currently lie within the jurisdiction of the Meridian City Fire
Department, who currently shares resource and personnel with the Meridian Rural Fire
Department.
. The subject lands currently lie within the jurisdiction of the Meridian Police Department
(MPD).
. The roadways adjacent to the subject lands are currently owned and maintained by the
Ada County Highway District (ACHD) and the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD).
This service will not change.
. The subject lands are currently serviced by the Meridian School District #2. This service
will not change.
. The subject lands are currently serviced by the Meridian Library District. This service
will not change.
Municipal, fee-supported, senlices will be provided by the Meridian Building Department, the
Meridian Public Works Department, the Meridian Water Department, the Meridian Wastewater
Department, the Meridian Planning Department, Meridian Utility Billing Services, and Sanitary
Services Company.
. Chapter VI, Goal II, Objective A, Action 3 - Consider "Accommodating Bicycle and
Pedestrian Travel: A Recommended Approach" from the National Center for Bicycling and
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF OCTOBER 24,2006
Walking in all land-use decisions.
This publication encourages jurisdictions to establish bikeway and walkway facilities in new
construction and reconstruction projects, in a manner that is safe, accessible and convenient.
Staff believes that the subject applications comply with the policies listed in the literature noted
above.
. Chapter VI, Goal II, Objective A, Action 5 - Require pedestrian access connectors in all new
development to link subdivisions together to promote neighborhood connectivity as part of a
community pathway system.
Staff is supportive of the proposed pedestrian connections to future adjacent subdivisions, via
stub streets, and the micro-pathfrom the church to the residential portion of the subdivision.
. Chapter VII, Goal IV, Objective C, Action 1 - Protect existing residential properties from
incompatible land use development on adjacent parcels.
The applicant is proposing a residential subdivision. Staff finds that the proposed developments
to the west, north and south, as well as the church that is under construction on this site are all
generally compatible with each other. However, the density of the proposed development is not
consistent with how the rest of this area has developed. Staff is recommending that the plat be
amended to show lots that are consistent with the R-8 zoning standards, and that a landscape
buffer be provided between Bear Creek No. 6 to the north and the subject development (between
the roadway and the existing homes.)
. Chapter VII, Goal I, Objective D, Action 9 - Require new residential development to provide
permanent perimeter fencing to contain construction debris on site and prevent windblown
debris from entering adjacent agricultural and other properties.
Prior to house construction, fencing should be constructed around the perimeter of this site.
Further, the applicant should be required to construct a 6-foot tall vinylfence around the
perimeter of this site that is not currently fenced, as proposed.
. Require street connections between subdivisions at regular intervals to enhance connectivity
and better traffic flow (Chapter VI, Goal II, Objective A, Action 6)
There are three stub streets provided to this property, two from Bear Creek and one from Strada
Bellissima. The applicant is proposing to extend all three stub streets into this site. Stqff is
supportive of this proposal. To further enhance connectivitv and traffic flow in this section, staff
is recommendinf! that a collector roadwav (Kodiak Drive) be constructed out to Meridian Road.
If Kodiak Drive is constrncted to intersect Meridian Road, then a signal may be constructed in
the future between Victory Road and Overland Road. If Kodiak Drive is not constructed out to
Meridian Road, then Staff believes that signalization in this mile stretch will never occur, and the
City, ITD and ACHD will be left with access to Meridian Road that does not comply with ITD's
or the City's established standards. This impact will have a negative effect on traffic flows in the
area,
. Chapter VI, Goal II, Obj ective A, Action 13 - Review new development for appropriate
opportunities to connect to local roads and collectors in adjacent developments.
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As noted above, the applicant is connecting to local roads in the adjacent developments. Staff
believes that there is a great opportunity for a collector roadway to be constructed through this
site, providing better traffic flows in this area. The potential of a collector roadway on this site
was previously discussed during the annexation and CUP approval for a church on this site. Staff
believes that the requirementfor a collector roadway on this site was previously discussed and
with the proposed development of this property, it is now the appropriate time for its
construction.
. Chapter VII, Goal IV, Objective D, Action 2 - Restrict curb cuts and access points on
collectors and arterial streets.
Except for the extension of Kodiak Drive as a pubic collector roadway that intersects Meridian
Road, no access to Meridian Road should be approved with this development.
Staff believes that residential uses on this site are appropriate, and are generally consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan (as amended by Resolution 04-454). However, staff further believes that the
proposed density is not appropriate and that a collector roadway to Meridian Road is necessary. Staff
recommends that the Commission and Council rely on any verbal or written testimony that may be
provided at the public hearing when determining if the applicant's development request is appropriate for
this property.
9. ZONING ORDINANCE
a. Zoning Schedule of Use Control: UDC 11-2A-2 lists single-family, two-family (duplex), and
townhouse developments as a Permitted Uses in the R-8 zone. Single-family detached units,
parks and minor public utilities are the only Principally Permitted uses in the R-4 zone.
b. Purpose Statement of Zone: The purpose of the residential districts is to provide for a range of
housing opportunities consistent with the Meridian Comprehensive Plan. Connection to the
City of Meridian water and sewer systems is a requirement for all residential districts.
Residential districts are distinguished by the allowable density of dwelling units per acre and
corresponding housing types that can be accommodated within the density range.
c. Development along State and Federal Highways (UDC 11-3H-4B2b): Public street
connections to the state highway shall only be allowed at; the section line road; and the half-
mile mark between section line roads. Theses half-mile connecting streets shall be collector
roads. See below for analysis regarding this standard.
d. General Standards: All of the proposed lots currently comply with the standard lot size and
street frontage requirements of the R-8 zone established in the UDC. No dimensional
modifications are being requested for the proposed development. However, staff is
recommending that all of the lots within this development comply with the standard lot size
and street frontage requirements of the R-4 zone.
10. ANALYSIS
a. Analysis of Facts Leading to Staff Recommendation
Miscellaneous Application Analysis: The applicant has submitted a Miscellaneous
application (MI-06~004) requesting that the recorded Development Agreement on this site be
modified. UDC 11-5B-3.D.2 and Idaho Code ~ 65-6711A provides the City the authority to
require a property owner to enter into a Development Agreement (DA) with the City that may
require some written commitment for all future uses. On January 19, 2001, the Valley
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Shepherd Church of the Nazarene, the current owner of a portion of the subject property,
entered into a deyelopment agreement with the City. This DA is in effect for all 35 acres that
was annexed into the City, and is currently requested for subdivision approval.
During the public hearings regarding annexation and CUP approval of the church, the need for
a collector roadway on this property was a topic of discussion. In fact, Staff belieyes that the
ability to get a collector roadway on this site, when the site developed, was a factor in the City
agreeing to annex this property. Further, in the Staff Report for CUP-05-058 (which allowed
the construction of the Nazarene Church), Staff's analysis includes: "The site will require
preliminary plat approval for any future uses contained on site. The original 34 acres of the
site shall be contained in this plat. The future collector street and commercial streets to the
south shall be dedicated to the public at such time. The required landscape buffers are to be
planned with the plat to be consistent with the UDC." Staff believes that the requirement for a
collector roadway on this site has always been disclosed and that if additional development
occurs on this site it should be constructed.
RMR Consulting, Inc. is requesting that certain sections of the recorded deyelopment
agreement be modified to reflect the proposal to construct additional residences on this site. The
DA currently limits uses on this site to a church and a multi-purpose facility for the church.
This restriction was placed on the property by the City Council at the December 19, 2000
public hearing for annexing this property (file # AZ-00-018). As noted in the sections above,
Staff belieyes that residential uses on this property may be appropriate, but not at the density
proposed with the Shepherd Creek Subdivision. The density within Bear Creek Subdivision is
just over 2 dwelling units per acre, and the density in Strada Bellissima is approximately 2.5
dwelling units per acre. Further, the density in the recently approved Bear Creek West
Subdivision, on the west side of Stoddard Road, is approximately 2.5 dwellings per acre.
Consistent with the other residential proiects that have been approved in this section. the
development requirements listed in the UDC (see below) and the Comprehensive Plan policies
regarding the redevelopment of Public/Quasi-Public areas (see Section 8 above). staff is
recommending that the DA for this -property be amended to allow 12 acres of the site to be
developed with R-4 sized lots. proyided a collector roadway is built to intersect Meridian Road
at approximate Iv the lh mile location.
The development agreement for this property was record on February 22, 2001 as Instrument
No. 101015259. Staff recommends that the Conunission and Council direct the City's Legal
Department to draft modifications to the recorded development agreement for Valley Shepherd
Church of the Nazarene as follows:
. Page 4, Item 4-1 - "The uses allowed pursuant to this Agreement are only those
uses allowed under "City'''s Zoning Ordinance codified at Meridian City Code
Section 11-7-2 (D) which are herein specified as follows: Construction and
deyelopment of a church and a multi-purpose facility and development of sinllle-
family residences on 12 acres that complies with the lot size, frontalle and density
standards of the R-4 zone. Prior to occupancy of the first home within this
development, a collector roadway located at approximatelv M mile north of
Victory Road, shall be constructed out to Meridian Road. Said roadway shall be
dedicated and accepted bv ACHD. "
Prior to the final plat being submitted for City Council approval, a modification to the recorded
Development Agreement (Instrument No. 101015259) shall be entered into between the City of
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Meridian, property owner (at the time), and the developer. Said modification to the DA shall
include the change listed above. The applicant shall contact the City Attorney, Bill Nary. at 888-
4433 to initiate this process.
Preliminary Plat Analysis: Based on the policies and goals contained in the Comprehensive
Plan and the general compliance of the proposed development with the Unified Development
Code (UDC), staff believes that this is a good location for a single-family residential
development. However, also based on the policies and goals contained in the Comprehensive
Plan and the UDC, staff is recommending that a development with R-4, not R-8, densities and lot
sizes be approved. Please see Exhibit C for detailed analysis of facts and fmdings for a
preliminary plat.
1. Access: Meridian Road is a state highway. UDC 11-3H-4B prohibits access to state
highways at locations other than at section line roads, or at the ~ mile between sections. The
proposed access to this site is from three existing stub streets.
There are currently three public streets that intersect the west side of Meridian Road in
Section 24: Davenport, Calderwood and Maestra. None of these street locations meet ITD's
or the City's current policies for location along a Type IV state highway. In the future Staff
envisions these accesses to Meridian Road in this section will be limited to right-inlright-out
turning movements. If this is the case then a signal between Victory Road and Overland Road
is never likely to get built. To facilitate efficient traffic movement for the general public and
emergency service providers now and into the future. staff recommends that a public
collector roadway be built from the intersection of Ril"'tide Avenue, out to Meridian Road.
This roadwav should be designed and constructed to ACHD's standards. This roadway may
be signalized in the future, as warranted, and as funding allows. NOTE: There is currently an
alignment problem with an existing public street, Rosalyn Court, on the east side of Meridian
Road. The properties with frontage on Rosalyn Court and Meridian Road are currently within
unincorporated Ada County. When these properties request annexation and development to
the City, Staff will require that the existing Rosalyn Court be abandoned (vacated or
exchanged) and that a new public collector roadway be constructed in alignment with the
subject collector roadway, Kodiak Drive.
The applicant should dedicate right-of-way, in accordance with ITD's requirements, to allow
for future highway expansion along Meridian Road. The applicant should construct a 10-foot
wide pathway along Meridian Road per UDC ll-3H-4C3.
2. Density: As mentioned in the sections above, this property is currently zoned R-8, but Staff is
recommending that it be developed in accordance with the Rw4 standards. All lots within
Shepherd Creek Subdivision shall be designed in accordance with Table 11-2A-4 and the
Medium Low-Density Residential standards contained in the UDC.
3. Landscaping: The landscape plans prepared by Jensen Belts, on May 2006 and prepared by
Glancey Rockwell & Associates, on April 10, 2006, labeled Sheets L-2.61 and L~2.62 are
approved with the following modifications/notes:
. Provide a 35-foot wide landscape street buffer along Meridian Road as
depicted. The landscape buffer along the street shall be designed in
accordance with UDC 11-3B~7 and UDC 11-3H-4C&D.
. Construct a 20-foot wide landscape street buffer along both sides of the
"disputed" collector roadway out to Meridian Road. The landscape buffer
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along the collector street shall be designed in accordance with UDC 11-3B-7
and UDC Table 11-2A-4.
. Construct a 20-foot wide landscape strip along the north side of the
development, from Riptide Avenue to the west property line, as proposed.
. Provide a micro-path connection on Lots 1 and 15, Block 1, that connects
Riptide Avenue to the parking lot for the church. Provide a micro-paht on Lot
7, Block 2, as proposed. Provide landscaping in compliance with UDC 11-3B-
12, adjacent to the micro-paths. Micro-path fencing shall comply with the
standards in the UDC.
. Construct 6-foot tall vinyl fencing around the perimeter as shown on the plan.
. Construct all other landscaping as shown on the plans.
. A written certificate of completion shall be prepared by the landscape
architect, designer, or qualified nurseryman responsible for the landscape plan
and submitted prior to City Council signature of the Final Plat. All slandards
of installation shall apply as listed in UDC 11-3B-14.
Submit a landscape plan, reflecting the changes/notes mentioned above, with the
final plat application(s).
Landscape Buffer along Meridian Road: Meridian Road, adjacent to the property, is
classified as an Entryway Corridor on the 2002 Future Land Use Map, and requires a 35-
foot landscape buffer per UDC 11-2A-5. The applicant has proposed to construct a 35-
foot wide landscape buffer along Meridian Road, located outside of the future right-of-
way for the highway.
4. Common Areas: All common lots which are approved as open space and/or will function as
drainage areas shall be vegetated and be usable by residents. Maintenance of all common
areas shall be the responsibility of the Shepherd Creek Homeowners Association.
5. Open Space/Amenities: The applicant is proposing to set aside 0.78 acres (6.5 % of the
property) for open space and staff is supportive of the design. Pedestrian pathways (micro-
paths) and a seating area with benches are a part of the open space design, as well.
6. Tree Mitigation: Any tree over 4" in caliper that is removed from the property shall be
replaced by installing additional trees, being the equivalent number of caliper inches of those
removed. Required landscaping trees will not be considered as replacement trees for those
that are removed. The applicant should coordinate a mitigation plan with Elroy Huff at the
Meridian Parks Department.
7. Common Drivewavs: A common driveway is proposed for Lots 19 and 20, Block 1. The
UDC allows the frontage for R-4 zoned lots sharing a common driveway to be reduced to 15
feet. UDC 11-6C-3D7 requires setbacks, building envelopes, and orientation of the lots and
structures to be shown on the plat; building setbacks should be measured from the edge of the
common driveway easement or property lines, whichever is more restrictive. Further, UDC
1I-3C-6 requires every single-family dwelling to have a two-car garage and a 20' x 20'
parking pad on the lot. The asphalt for the common driveway should not count towards the
required parking pad area. Comply with all common driveway provisions listed in UDC 11-
6C-3D.
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8. Pressure Irrigation: The City of Meridian requires that pressurized irrigation systems be
supplied by a year-round source of water. The applicant should be required to utilize any
existing surface or well water for the primary source. If a surface or well source is not
available, a single-point connection to the culinary water system shall be required. If a single-
point connection is utilized, the developer will be responsible for the payment of assessments
for the common areas prior to signature on the final plat by the City Engineer. An
underground, pressurized irrigation system should be installed to all landscape areas per the
approved specifications and in accordance with UDC 11-3A-15 and MCC 9-1-28.
8. Fencing: Fencing adjacent to all lnicro-paths is required. The applicant should submit a
detailed fencing plan with the [mal plat application for the subdivision. If permanent fencing
is not provided, temporary construction fencing to contain debris must be installed around the
perimeter prior to issuance of a building permit. All perimeter fencing must be completed
prior to issuance of building pennits. All fencing should taper down to a 3 foot maximum
within 20 feet of all rights-of-way. Fencing shall be installed in accordance with UDC 11-
3A-7.
9. Ditches. Laterals. and Canals: As per UDC 11-3A-6, all irrigation ditches, laterals or canals,
exclusive of natural waterways and waterways being used as amenities, which intersect, cross
or lie within the area being subdivided shall be covered.
b. Staff Recommendation: Based on the above analysis, staff finds the MI and PP applications
generally conform to the Comprehensive Plan policies and UDC standards. As noted in the
Conditions of Approval in Exhibit B and the Development Agreement provisions in Section
10 of the Staff Report. staff recommends approval of the subiect applications with the
limitations that residential construction be designed in accordance with the R-4 standards of
the UDC (minimum 8.000 square foot lots. minimum 60 feet of street frontage. etc.) and
density. and that a public collector roadway be constructed out to Meridian Road. Staff further
recommends that the Council direct the Legal Department to draft an addendum to the
Development AlZreement to allow residential uses on this property. Please see Exhibit B for all
of the conditions. provisions and restrictions reearding the Shepherd Creek development. ON
Seotember 21. 2006 the Meridian Plannine & Zonin2 Commission voted to recommend
aooroval to the City Council of the subiect aoolications.
11. EXHffiITS
A. Drawings
I. Prelilninary Plat (dated: 5.5-06)
2. Landscape Plans (dated: May 2006 and April 10, 2006)(3 sheets)
B. Conditions of Approval
1. Planning Department
2. Public Works Department
3. Fire Department
4. Police Department
5. Parks Department
6. Sanitary Service Company
7. Ada County Highway District
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8. Central District Health Department
9. Idaho Transportation Department
C. Required Findings from Unified Development Code
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B. Conditions of Approval
1. PLANNING DEPARTMENT
MISCELLANEOUS APPLICATION
I. Prior to the [mal plat being submitted for City Council approval, a modification to the recorded
Development Agreement (Instrument No. 101015259) shall be entered into between the City of
Meridian, property owner (at the time), and the developer. Said modification to the DA shall
include the changes listed in bold and underline below. The applicant shall contact the City
Attorney. Bill Nary. at 888-4433 to initiate this process.
. Page 4, Item 4-1 - "The uses allowed pursuant to this Agreement are only those
uses allowed under "City'''s Zoning Ordinance codified at Meridian City Code
Section 11-7-2 (D) which are herein specified as follows: Construction and
development of a church and a multi-purpose facility and development of single-
family residences on 12 acres that comply with the lot size. frontage and density
standards of the R-4 R.8 zone. with a minimum house size of 1.400 square feet.
Prior to occupancy of the first home within this development. a collector roadway
located at approximately % mile north of Victory Road, shall be constructed out
to Meridian Road. Said roadway shall be dedicated and accepted by ACHD.
Landscaping: and sidewalk shall transition at the stub streets to match the
existine stub streets provided to this oroverty. "
1.1 SITE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS-PRELIMINARY PLAT
1.1.1 The preliminary plat labeled Sheet 1 of 2, prepared by Stanley Consultants, Inc., dated May
5, 2006, is not approved as submitted. The applicant shall revise the plat so all lots comply
with the dimensional standards of an R-4 R-8 development as listed in Table 11-2A-4 of the
UDC, and comply with the requirements listed below. At least! 0 days priar fa the City
CfJbt1icil hearing, the applicant shall sbtemit 1 () full size tutti anc 8.5" x 11" cap)' ef the
rc.'ised prelimina!,- plat fa the Planning Dcpartmcnt. All comments and provisions of the
accompanying Miscellaneous application (MI~06-004) and the development agreement for
this property shall also be considered conditions of the Preliminary Plat (PP-06-040).
1.1.2 The landscape plans prepared by Jensen Belts, on May 2006 and prepared by Glancey
Rockwell & Associates, on April 10, 2006, labeled Sheets L-2.61 and L-2.62 are approved
with the following modifications/notes:
. Provide a 35-foot wide landscape street buffer along Meridian Road as
depicted. The landscape buffer along the street shall be designed 10
accordance with UDC 11-3B-7 and UDC 11-3H-4C&D.
. Construct a 20-foot wide landscape street buffer along both sides of the
"disputed" collector roadway out to Meridian Road. The landscape buffer
along the collector street shall be designed in accordance with UDC 11-3B-7
and UDC Table 11-2A-4.
. Construct a 20-foot wide landscape strip along the north side of the
development, from Riptide Avenue to the west property line, as proposed.
. Provide a micro-path connection on Lots 1 and 15, Block 1, which connects
Riptide Avenue to the parking lot for the church. Provide a micro~path on Lot
7, Block 2, as proposed. Provide landscaping in compliance with UDC 11- 3B-
Exhibit B
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF OCTOBER 24, 2006
12, adjacent to the micro-paths. Micro-path fencing shall comply with the
standards listed in the UDC.
. Construct 6-foot tall vinyl fencing around the perimeter as shown on the plan.
. Construct all other intemallandscaping as shown on the plans.
. Any tree over 4" in caliper that is removed from the property shall be replaced
by installing additional trees, being the equivalent number of caliper inches of
those removed. Required landscaping trees will not be considered as
replacement trees for those that are removed. The applicant shall coordinate a
mitigation plan with Elroy Huff at the Meridian Parks Department.
. A written certificate of completion shall be prepared by the landscape
architect, designer, or qualified nurseryman responsible for the landscape plan
and submitted prior to City Council signature of the Final Plat. All standards
of installation shall apply as listed in UDC 11-3B-14.
. The sidewalks and landscanine: shall transition to match into the Bear
Creek and Strada Bellissima imorovements adioinine this project.
Submit a landscape plan, reflecting the changes/notes mentioned above, with the
[mal plat application(s).
1.1.3 Prior to the final plat being submitted for City Council approval, a modification to the recorded
Development Agreement (Instrument No. 101015259) shall be entered into between the City of
Meridian, property owner (at the time), and the developer.
1.1.4 Construct a public collector roadway from the intersection of Riptide Avenue, out to Meridian
Road. This roadway shall be located approximately 1/2 mile north of Victory Road and shall be
designed and constructed to ACHD's standards. This roadway shall be constructed and approved
by ACHD prior to the City's issuance of any residential occupancies in this development. Place a
note on the face of the [mal plat prohibiting direct lot access to Meridian Road.
1.1.5 The applicant shall dedicate right-of-way, in accordance with ITD' s requirements, to allow for
future highway expansion along Meridian Road.
1.1.6 Any two lots sharing a common driveway shall maintain at least 15 feet of public street frontage
(flag) and the common driveway easement should be depicted and explained on the face of the
final plat. Place the building setbacks/envelopes and orientation of the lots and structures that use
the common driveway on the face of the final plat. Building setbacks shall be measured from the
edge of the common driveway easement or property lines, whichever is more restrictive. Provide
a two-car garage and a 20' x 20' parking pad on each lot. The asphalt for the common driveway
shall not count towards the required parking pad area. Comply with all common driveway
provisions listed in UDC 11-6C-3D.
1.1.7 Set aside at least 0.78 acres (6.5 % of the property) for open space, as proposed. Construct
pedestrian pathways (micro-paths) and a seating area with benches as part of the open space
design.
1.1.8 Maintenance of all common areas shall be the responsibility of the Shepherd Creek Subdivision
Homeowners' Association.
1.1.9 Per UDC 11-3A-6 all irrigation ditches, laterals or canals, exclusive of natural waterways, and
waterways being used as amenities, that intersect, cross or lie within the area being subdivided
shall be covered. Plans will need to be approved by the appropriate irrigation! drainage district, or
Exhibit B
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF OCTOBER 24, 2006
lateral users association (ditch owners), with written approval or non-approval submitted to the
Public Works Department. If lateral users association approval can not be obtained, alternate
plans will be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer prior to [mal plat signature.
1.1.10 Underground, pressurized irrigation must be provided to all lots within this development.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-PRELIMINARY PLAT
1.2.1 Sidewalks/walkways shall be installed within the subdivision and on the perimeter of the
subdivision (where applicable) pursuant to UDC 11-3A-17.
1.2.2 The applicant shall comply with the outdoor lighting standards shown in UDC 11-3A.ll.
1.2.3 The City of Meridian requires that pressurized irrigation systems be supplied by a year-round
source of water. The applicant should be required to utilize any existing surface or well water for
the primary source. If a surface or well source is not availahle, a single-point connection to the
culinary water system shall be required. If a single-point connection is utilized, the developer will
be responsible for the payment of assessments for the common areas prior to signature on the
final plat by the City Engineer. An underground, pressurized irrigation system should be installed
to all landscape areas per the approved specifications and in accordance with UDC 11- 3A-15 and
MCC 9-1-28.
1.2.4 A detailed landscape plan, in compliance with the landscape and subdivision ordinance, and as
noted in this report, shall be submitted for the subdivision with the final plat application. Where
the applicant has submitted a preliminary landscape plan and where staff has reviewed such plan,
the landscaping shall be consistent with the preliminary plan with modifications as proposed by
staff.
1.2.5 The applicant shall submit a fencing plan with the final plat application for the subdivision. If
permanent fencing is not provided, temporary construction fencing to contain debris must be
installed around the perimeter prior to issuance of a building permit. All fences shall taper down
to 3 feet maximum within 20 feet of all right-of-way. All fencing should be installed in
accordance with UDC 11-3A-7.
1.2.6 All irrigation ditches, laterals, or canals intersecting, crossing, or lying adjacent and contiguous to
the area being subdividcd shall bc tilcd pcr UDC 11-3A-6, unless otherwise approved by the
appropriate Irrigation District. Plans will need to be approved by said irrigation/drainage district,
or lateral users association (ditch owners), with written approval or non-approval submitted to the
Public Works Department. Iflateral users association approval can not be obtained, alternate
plans will be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer prior to final plat signature.
1.2.7 Staff's failure to cite specific ordinance provisions or terms of the approved
annexation/conditional use does not relieve the applicant of responsibility for compliance.
1.2.8 Preliminary plat approval shall be subject to the expiration provisions set forth in UDC 11-6B-7.
2. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
2.1 Sanitary sewer service to this development is being proposed via extension of mains in Bear
Creek Subdivision that flow to the Bear Creek Lift Station. The Bear Creek Lift Station
discharges to an eight-inch line in Overland Road. It is the determination of the City Engineer
and Public Works Director, using information derived from the City's sewer model and flow
metering, that the Bear Creek Lift Station is ineligible to take any more flow than is currently
approved in Bear Creek Subdivision.
Exhibit B
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARfNG DATE OF OCTOBER 24, 2006
2.2 This property shall not be allowed to sewer to the mains in Bear Creek until the lift station is
decommissioned, and the mains are then gravity flowing to the Black Cat Trunk. In order to
ensure this, the City Engineer will not sign the plat until the Bear Creek Lift Station is taken off-
line.
2.3 This property is currently not serviceable by the City of Meridian's sanitary sewer system and the
City of Meridian does not guarantee sewer service in the timelines outlined in the UDC.
2.4 The applicant shall install sewer and water mains to and through this development; applicant shall
coordinate main size and routing with the Public Works Department, and execute standard forms
of easements for any mains that are required to provide service. Minimum cover over sewer
mains is three feet, if cover from top of pipe to sub-grade is less than three feet than alternate
materials shall be used in confonnance of City of Meridian Public Works Departments Standard
Specifications.
2.5 The applicant shall be required to extend a sewer service down the lot line common to lots 7-8
block 4, to parcel R 8186120850 which is located in the southwest comer of this development.
On the face of the fmal plat graphically dedicate a sewer service easement to protect this service
2.6 Any potential reimbursement agreements must comply with all requirements of City Code 9-1-13
and 9-4-19, which includes the preliminary agreement (which includes footage, size, and depth of
reimbursable pipe) being fmalized prior to construction plan approval. The detailed agreement
with the reimbursable amount shall be approved by Council prior to plat signature.
2.7 The applicant shall provide a 20-foot easement for all public water/sewer mains outside of public
right of way (include all water services and hydrants).
2.8 The applicant has not indicated who will own and operate the pressure irrigation system in this
proposed development. If it is to be maintained as a private system, plans and specifications will
be reviewed by the Public Works Department as part of the construction plan review. A "draft
copy" of the operations and maintenance manual will be required prior to plan approval with the
"final draft" being required prior to final plat signature on the last phase ofthis project.
If it is to be owned and maintained by an Irrigation District then evidence of a license agreement
shall be submitted prior to scheduling of a pre-construction meeting.
2.9 The City of Meridian requires that pressurized irrigation systems be supplied by a year-round
source of water (UDC 11-3A-6). The applicant should be required to use any existing sw-face or
well water for the primary source. If a surface or well source is not available, a single-point
connection to the culinary water system shall be required. If a single-point connection is utilized,
the developer will be responsible for the payment of assessments for the common areas prior to
signature on the fmal plat by the City Engineer.
2.10 Meridian Public Works specifications do not allow any large landscaping within a five foot radius
of water meters. The applicant shall make the necessary adjustments to achieve this separation
requirement and comply with all landscape requirements.
2.11 Any existing domestic wells and/or septic systems within this project shall be removed from
domestic service per City Ordinance Section 9~ 1.4 and 9-4-8. Wells may be used for non-
domestic purposes such as landscape irrigation.
2.12 The preliminary plat indicates that the Harden Drain will be tiled on the "church side" of this
property. Prior to construction plan approval the applicant shall provide documentation that the
owners ofthe church lot approve ofthe tiling of the drain on their property.
2.13 The remainder of the drain on the "church lot" shall be tiled with any new improvement or
division of the remainder of the "church property".
Exhibit B
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF OCTOBER 24,2006
2.14 Per UDC 11 ~3A~6 all irrigation ditches, laterals or canals, exclusive of natural waterways, that
intersect, cross or lie within the area being subdivided shall be covered. Plans will need to be
approved by the appropriate irrigation/drainage district, or lateral users association (ditch
owners), with written approval or non-approval submitted to the Public Works Department prior
to plan approval. If lateral users association approval can not be obtained, alternate plans will be
reviewed and approved by the City Engineer.
2.15 Street signs are to be in place, water system shall be approved and activated, fencing installed,
drainage lots constructed, road base approved by the Ada County Highway District and the Final
Plat for this subdivision shall be recorded, prior to applying for building permits.
2.16 A letter of credit or cash surety in the amount of 110% will be required for all uncompleted
fencing, landscaping, amenities, pressurized irrigation, sanitary sewer, water, etc., prior to
signature on the final plat.
2.17 All development improvements, including but not limited to sewer, fencing, micro-paths,
pressurized irrigation and landscaping shall be installed and approved prior to obtaining
certificates of occupancy.
2.18 Applicant shall be required to pay Public Works development plan review, and construction
inspection fees, as determined during the plan review process, prior to signature on the fmal plat.
2.19 It shall be the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all development features comply with
the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Fair Housing Act.
2.20 Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with and NPDES Permitting that
may be required by the Environmental Protection Agency.
2.21 Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with any Section 404 Permitting
that may be required by the Army Corps of Engineers.
2.22 Developer shall coordinate mailbox locations with the Meridian Post Office. Where mailboxes
are located on or near sidewalk the applicant shall comply with all American with Disabilities Act
requirements for unobstructed sidewalk access.
2.23 Compaction test results shall be submitted to the Meridian Building Department for all building
pads receiving engineered backfill, where footing would sit atop fill material.
2.24 The engineer shall be required to certify that tht: slrt:t:l ct:nlt:rlint: t:lt:valioIls art: set a nlinimum of
3-feet above the highest established peak groundwater elevation. This is to ensure that the bottom
elevation of the crawl spaces of homes is at least l~foot above.
2.25 One hundred watt, high-pressure sodium streetlights, on 25' pole shall be required on all public
residential streets. Two-hundred and fifty watt high pressure sodium streetlights, on 30' pole
shall be required on subdivision entrances and collector roadways. Design of the streetlights shall
be approved by the Public Works Department. Decorative lights require a streetlight agreement
on file with Public Works prior to activation. All streetlights shall be installed at subdivider's
expense. Typical locations are at street intersections and/or fire hydrants, and no further than
400' distance in between locations. Final design locations and quantity are determined after
power designs are completed by Idaho Power Company. The street light contractor shall obtain
approyal from the Public Works Department, and permit from Building Department prior to
commencing installations.
3. FIRE DEPARTMENT
1. One and two family dwellings will require a fIre-flow of 1,000 gallons per minute available for
duration of 2 hours to service the entire project. Fire hydrants shall be placed an average of 500 feet
apart. International Fire Code Appendix C.
Exhibit B
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF OCTOBER 24,2006
2. Acceptance of the water supply for fire protection will be by the Meridian Fire Department and water
quality by the Meridian Water Department for bacteria testing.
3. Final Approval of the fire hydrant locations shall be by the Meridian Fire Department.
a. Fire Hydrants shall have the 4 W' outlet face the main street or parking lot aisle.
b. The Fire hydrant shall not face a street which does not have addresses on it.
c. Fire hydrant markers shall be provided per Public Works specifications.
d. Fire Hydrants shall be placed on comers when spacing permits.
e. Fire hydrants shall not have any vertical obstructions to outlets within 10'.
f. Fire hydrants shall be place 18" above finish grade.
g. Fire hydrants shall be provided to meet the requirements ofthe IFC Section 509.5.
h. Show all proposed or existing hydrants for all new construction or additions to existing
buildings within 1,000 feet of the project.
4. The phasing plan may require that any roadway greater than 150 feet in length that is not
provided with an outlet shall be required to have an approved turn around.
5. All entrance and internal roads and alleys shall have a turning radius of 28' inside and 48' outside
radius.
6. All common driveways shall be straight or have a turning radius of28' inside and 48' outside and
shall have a clear driving surface which is 20' wide.
7. Operational fIre hydrants, temporary or permanent street signs and access roads with an all weather
surface are required before combustible construction is brought on site.
8. Building setbacks shall be per the International Building Code for one and two story construction.
9. The proposed 55-lot subdivision with an estimated 2.9 residents per household would have a total
estimated population of 160 residents at build out.
10. The applicant shall work with the Public Works Addressing staff to provide an address identification
plan and a sign which meets the requirements of the City of Meridian sign ordinance for the church.
11. The Fire Dept. has concerns about the ability to address the project and have the addresses visible
from the street which the project is addressed off of. Please change the name of Alaska Way to
Garibaldi Avenue, as it aligns with Garibaldi Avenue in Strada Bellissima Subdivision. Please
contact Tricia Biernen at 898-5500 to address this concern.
12. All portions of the buildings located on this project must be within 150' of a paved surface as
measured around the perimeter of the building.
13. Where a portion of the facility or building hereafter constructed or moved into or within the
jurisdiction is more than 400 feet (122 m) from a hydrant on a fIre apparatus access road, as
measured by an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building, on-site fire hydrants
and mains shall be provided where required by the code official. For buildings equipped throughout
with an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or
903.3.1.2 the distance requirement shall be 600 feet (183).
a. For Group R-3 and Group U occupancies, the distance requirement shall be 600 feet (183 m).
b. For buildings equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2, the distance requirement shall be 600 feet
(183 m).
14. An emergency access to meridian Rod is helpful here but offset is a concern.
4. POLICE DEPARTMENT
Exhibit B
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF OCTOBER 24, 2006
4.1 Any interior fencing shall allow visibility from the street or shall not exceed four feet in height if
solid fencing is used.
4.2 Adequate lighting shall be provided along pathways.
4.3 Rename Alaska Way, Garabaldi Avenue.
5. PARKS DEPARTMENT
5.1 Standard for Mitigation of trees: The standard established in the City of Meridian Landscape
Ordinance (UDC 11- 3B-l 0) will be followed.
5.2 Standard Plan for Protection of Existing Trees during Construction: The standard established in
the City of Meridian Landscape Ordinance (UDC 11-3B-I0) will be followed.
6. SANITARY SERVICE COMPANY
6.1 SSC will not provide trash pick-up services utilizing the common driveway. The developer shall
install a concrete pad at the end of the common drive no more than five (5) feet behind the
sidewalk. The pad shall be of sufficient area to accommodate the receptacles of the residences
that take access from the common driveway.
7. ADA COUNTY HIGHWAY DISTRICT (NEW SINCE P&Z VERSION OF THE REPORT)
Site Specific Conditions of Avvroval
7.1. Comply with ITD for the frontage on SH69.
7.2 The applicant is prohibited from connecting West Kodiak Drive to Meridian Road (SH69).
7.3 Provide continuous right-of-way from West Kodiak Drive east to the church site and provide
complete roadway improvements abutting the entire stub street.
7.4 Construct the internal roadways as 36-foot street sections within 50-feet of right-of-way complete
with curb, gutter and 5-foot attached concrete sidewalk, as proposed.
7.5 Construct a stub street to the north, South Alaska Way, located approximately 135-feet east of the
west property line (measured property line to centerline), as proposed. This stub street shall
connect to and align with an existing street, South Ala!'\ka Way within the Bear Creek Subdivision
north of this site.
7.6 Construct a stub street to the south, South Garibaldi Avenue, located approximately 185-feet east
of the west property line (measured property line to centerline), as proposed. This stub street
shall align with and connect to an existing street, South Garibaldi Avenue within the Strada
Bellissima Subdivision to the south ofthis site.
7.7 Construct a stub street to the west, West Bear Track Drive, located approximately 355-feet south
of the north property line (measured property line to centerline), as proposed. This stub street
shall align with and connect to an existing street, West Bear Track Drive, within the Bear Creek
Subdivision Sub to the west of this site.
7.8 Complete the street improvements to Maestra Street, where it abuts the subdivision site, as one
half of a 40-foot street section complete with vertical curb, gutter and 5-foot attached concrete
sidewalk, from SH69 to the last commercial lot on the opposite side ofthe roadway.
Exhibit B
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF OCTOBER 24,2006
7.9 Complete the street improvements to Maestra Street, where it abuts the subdivision site, as one
half of a 36-foot street section complete with curb, gutter and 5-foot attached concrete sidewalk
for the remainder of the roadway as it transitions westward.
7.10 Comply with all Standard Conditions of Approval.
Standard Conditions of A'JlJroval
7.2.1 Any existing irrigation facilities shall be relocated outside of the right-of-way.
7.2.2 Private sewer or water systems are prohibited from being located within any ACHD roadway
or right-of-way.
7.2.3 All utility relocation costs associated with improving street frontages abutting the site shall be
borne by the developer.
7.2.4 Replace any existing damaged curb, gutter and sidewalk and any that may be damaged during
the construction ofthe proposed development. Contact Construction Services at 387-6280
(with file number) for details.
7.2.5 Comply with the District's Tree Planter Width Interim Policy.
7.2.6 Utility street cuts in pavement less than five years old are not allowed unless approved in
writing by the District. Contact the District's Utility Coordinator at 387-6258 (with file
numbers) for details.
7.2.7 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.
7.2.8 The applicant shall submit revised plans for staff approval, prior to issuance of building permit
(or other required permits), which incorporates any required design changes.
7.2.9 Construction, use and property development shall be in conformance with all applicable
requirements ofthe Ada County Highway District prior to District approval for occupancy.
7.2.10 Payment of applicable road impact fees is required prior to building construction in
accordance with Ordinance #200, also known as Ada County Highway District Road Impact
Fee Ordinance.
7.2.11 It is the responsibility ofthe applicant to verify all existing utilities within the right-of-way.
The applicant at no cost to ACHD shall repair existing utilities damaged by the applicant. The
applicant shall be required to call DIGLINE (1-800-342-1585) 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.
7.2.12 No change in the terms and conditions ofthis approval shall be valid unless they are in writing
and signed by the applicant or the applicant's authorized representative and an authorized
Exhibit B
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF OCTOBER 24, 2006
representative ofthe Ada County Highway District. The burden shall be upon the applicant to
obtain written confirmation of any change from the Ada County Highway District.
7.2.13 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.
8. CENTRAL DISTRICT HEALTH DEPARTMENT
8.1 After written approval from appropriate entities are submitted, we can approve this proposal for
central sewage and central water.
8.2 Tht: fulluwing plans must be submitted to and approved by the Idaho Department of Health &
welfare, Division of Environmental Quality: central sewage and central water.
8.3 Run.off is not to create a mosquito breeding problem.
9. IDAHO TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT
9.1 This site is located adjacent to the State Highway 69
9.2 ITD supports the City's proposal for a collector road connection at the half mile location, and
future signalization at the location, as warranted, and as funding allows.
9.3 This proposal should be contingent upon the City's commitment to require the realignment of
Roslyn Court as redevelopment occurs at that site.
9.4 We would also like agreement, ifinformal, between ITD, ACHD and the City of Meridian that no
other signals between Victory and Overland roads would be proposed.
9.5 Should an accident history develop at the intermediate intersections, a median to restrict
movements would be constructed (as funding allows) to resolve safety problems.
9.6 Good connectivity should be required to allow good access to the potential signal location from
properties in the sub-area.
Exhibit B
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JULY 20,2006
C. Required Findings from Unified Development Code
Preliminary Plat Findings:
In consideration of a preliminary plat, combined preliminary and final plat, or short plat,
the decision-making body shall make the following findings:
A. The plat is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan;
Please see Comprehensive Plan Policies and Goals, Section 8, ofthe Staff Report.
B. Public services are available or can be made available and are adequate to
accommodate the proposed development;
Council finds that public services can be made available to accommodate the proposed
development. (See Exhibit B for more information.)
C. The plat is in conformance with scheduled public improvements in accord with the
City's capital improvement program;
Because the developer is installing sewer, water, and utilities for the development at their
own cost, Council finds that allowing a subdivision on this site will not require the
expenditure of capital improvement funds.
D. There is public financial capability of supporting services for the proposed
development;
Staff recommends the Commission and Council rely upon comments from the public
service providers (i.e., police, fire, ACHD, etc.) to detennine this fmding. (See Exhibit B,
for more detail.)
E. The development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or general
welfare; and
Council is not aware of any health, ~afety, or environmental problems associated with the
development of this subdivision that should be brought to the Councilor Commission's
attention. ACHD and ITD consider road safety issues in their analysis. Staff
recommends that the Commission and Council reference any public testimony that may
be presented to determine whether or not the proposed subdivision may cause health,
safety or environmental problems of which staff is unaware.
F. The development preserves significant natural, scenic or historic features.
Council is unaware of any natural, scenic, or historic features on this site. Therefore,
Council finds that the proposed development will not result in the destruction, loss or
damage of any natural, scenic or historic feature(s) of major importance. Staff
recommends that the Commission and Council reference any public testimony that may
be presented to determine whether or not the proposed development may destroy or
damage a natural or scenic feature(s) of major importance of which staff is unaware.
Exhibit C