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FINDINGS OF FACT,CONCLUSIONS OF LAW C�f[EFI
DIAN�-
AND DECISION& ORDER
In the Matter of the Request for Short Plat, by Benjamin Semple,Rodney Evans and Partners,
LLC
Case No(s). SHP-2024-0004
For the City Council Hearing Date of: January 28,2025 (Findings on February 11, 2025)
A. Findings of Fact
1. Hearing Facts(see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of January 28, 2025, incorporated by
reference)
2. Process Facts(see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of January 28,2025, incorporated by
reference)
3. Application and Property Facts(see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of January 28,
2025, incorporated by reference)
4. Required Findings per the Unified Development Code(see attached Staff Report for the hearing
date of January 28, 2025, incorporated by reference)
B. Conclusions of Law
1. The City of Meridian shall exercise the powers conferred upon it by the"Local Land Use
Planning Act of 1975,"codified at Chapter 65, Title 67,Idaho Code(I.C. §67-6503).
2. The Meridian City Council takes judicial notice of its Unified Development Code codified as
Title 11 Meridian City Code, and all current zoning maps thereof. The City of Meridian has,by
ordinance, established the Impact Area and the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Meridian,
which was adopted December 17,2019,Resolution No. 19-2179 and Maps.
3. The conditions shall be reviewable by the City Council pursuant to Meridian City Code § 11-5A.
4. Due consideration has been given to the comment(s)received from the governmental
subdivisions providing services in the City of Meridian planning jurisdiction.
5. It is found public facilities and services required by the proposed development will not impose
expense upon the public if the attached conditions of approval are imposed.
6. That the City has granted an order of approval in accordance with this Decision,which shall be
signed by the Mayor and City Clerk and then a copy served by the Clerk upon the applicant,the
Community Development Department,the Public Works Department and any affected party
requesting notice.
7. That this approval is subject to the Conditions of Approval all in the attached Staff Report for the
hearing date of January 28,2025, incorporated by reference. The conditions are concluded to be
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reasonable and the applicant shall meet such requirements as a condition of approval of the
application.
C. Decision and Order
Pursuant to the City Council's authority as provided in Meridian City Code § 11-5A and based upon
the above and foregoing Findings of Fact which are herein adopted,it is hereby ordered that:
1. The applicant's request for Short Plat is hereby approved per the conditions of approval in the
Staff Report for the hearing date of January 28,2025, attached as Exhibit A.
D. Notice of Applicable Time Limits
Notice of Preliminary Plat Duration
Please take notice that approval of a preliminary plat,combined preliminary and final plat,or
short plat shall become null and void if the applicant fails to obtain the city engineer's signature
on the final plat within two(2)years of the approval of the preliminary plat or the combined
preliminary and final plat or short plat(UDC 11-613-7A).
In the event that the development of the preliminary plat is made in successive phases in an
orderly and reasonable manner, and conforms substantially to the approved preliminary plat,
such segments,if submitted within successive intervals of two(2)years,may be considered for
final approval without resubmission for preliminary plat approval(UDC 11-6B-7B).
Upon written request and filed by the applicant prior to the termination of the period in accord
with 11-613-7.A,the Director may authorize a single extension of time to obtain the City
Engineer's signature on the final plat not to exceed two(2)years. Additional time extensions up
to two(2)years as determined and approved by the City Council may be granted. With all
extensions,the Director or City Council may require the preliminary plat, combined
preliminary and final plat or short plat to comply with the current provisions of Meridian City
Code Title 11. If the above timetable is not met and the applicant does not receive a time
extension,the property shall be required to go through the platting procedure again(UDC I I-
6B-7C).
Notice of Conditional Use Permit Duration
Please take notice that the conditional use permit,when granted, shall be valid for a maximum
period of two(2)years unless otherwise approved by the City. During this time,the applicant
shall commence the use as permitted in accord with the conditions of approval, satisfy the
requirements set forth in the conditions of approval, and acquire building permits and
commence construction of permanent footings or structures on or in the ground. For
conditional use permits that also require platting,the final plat must be signed by the City
Engineer within this two(2)year period.
Upon written request and filed by the applicant prior to the termination of the period in accord
with 11-5B-6.G.1,the Director may authorize a single extension of the time to commence the
use not to exceed one (1)two(2)year period.Additional time extensions up to two (2)years as
determined and approved by the City Council may be granted.With all extensions,the Director
or City Council may require the conditional use comply with the current provisions of Meridian
City Code Title 11(UDC 11-513-6F).
FINDINGS OF FACT,CONCLUSIONS OF LAW AND DECISION&ORDER
FOR(WERRE SHORT PLAT-SHP-2024-0004) -2-
Notice of Development Agreement Duration
The city and/or an applicant may request a development agreement or a modification to a
development agreement consistent with Idaho Code section 67-6511A. The development
agreement may be initiated by the city or applicant as part of a request for annexation and/or
rezone at any time prior to the adoption of findings for such request.
A development agreement may be modified by the city or an affected party of the development
agreement. Decision on the development agreement modification is made by the city council in
accord with this chapter. When approved, said development agreement shall be signed by the
property owner(s)and returned to the city within six(6)months of the city council granting the
modification.
A modification to the development agreement may be initiated prior to signature of the
agreement by all parties and/or may be requested to extend the time allowed for the agreement
to be signed and returned to the city if filed prior to the end of the six(6)month approval
period.
E. Judicial Review
Pursuant to Idaho Code § 67-652 1(1)(d),if this final decision concerns a matter enumerated in Idaho
Code § 67-6521(1)(a), an affected person aggrieved by this final decision may,within twenty-eight
(28)days after all remedies have been exhausted, including requesting reconsideration of this final
decision as provided by Meridian City Code § 1-7-10, seek judicial review of this final decision as
provided by chapter 52,title 67,Idaho Code. This notice is provided as a courtesy; the City of
Meridian does not admit by this notice that this decision is subject to judicial review under LLUPA.
F. Notice of Right to Regulatory Takings Analysis
Pursuant to Idaho Code §§ 67-6521(1)(d) and 67-8003, an owner of private property that is the
subject of a final decision may submit a written request with the Meridian City Clerk for a regulatory
takings analysis.
G. Attached: Staff Report for the hearing date of January 28, 2025
FINDINGS OF FACT,CONCLUSIONS OF LAW AND DECISION&ORDER
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By action of the City Council at its regular meeting held on the 18th day of February,2025.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT LUKE CAVENER VOTED
COUNCIL VICE PRESIDENT LIZ STRADER VOTED
COUNCIL MEMBER DOUG TAYLOR VOTED
COUNCIL MEMBER JOHN OVERTON VOTED
COUNCIL MEMBER ANNE LITTLE ROBERTS VOTED
COUNCIL MEMBER BRIAN WHITLOCK VOTED
MAYOR ROBERT SIMISON VOTED
(TIE BREAKER)
Mayor Robert E. Simison
2-18-2025
Attest:
Chris Johnson 2-18-2025
City Clerk
Copy served upon Applicant, Community Development Department,Public Works Department and City
Attorney.
By: Dated: 2-18-2025
City Clerk's Office
FINDINGS OF FACT,CONCLUSIONS OF LAW AND DECISION&ORDER
FOR(WERRE SHORT PLAT-SHP-2024-0004) -4-
EXHIBIT A
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT C��fEPIDIAN*,,--,
DEPARTMENT REPORT
HEARING 1/28/2025 Legend
DATE: project Location s
TO: Mayor& City Council ::.Area of impact
= City Limits
FROM: Linda Ritter,Associate Planner O Analysis
208-884-5533
fritter@meridiancity.org
APPLICANT: Benjamin Semple,Rodney Evans and — _
Partners,LLC 7-77
SUBJECT: SHP-2024-0004
Were Short Plat
LOCATION: 2945 W.Ustick Road, Located in Section
2 Township 3N,Range 1 W,parcel:
S1202223011
I. PROJECT OVERVIEW
A. Summary
Short Plat to subdivide an existing parcel consisting of 3.123 acres of land, into two(2)building
lots in the R-4 zoning district.
B. Issues/Waivers
None
C. Recommendation
Staff recommends approval with the conditions outlined in Section IV.
D. Decision
City of Meridian I Department Report 1. Project Overview
I1. COMMUNITY METRICS
Table 1: Land Use
Description Details Map Ref.
Existing Land Use(s) Residential -
Proposed Land Use(s) Residential -
Existing/Proposed Zoning R-4/R-4 VII.A.2
Future Land Use Designation Medium Density Residential(MDR) VII.A.2
Table 2: Process Facts
Description Details
Preapplication Meeting date 7/30/2024
Table 3: Community Metrics
Agency/Element Description/Issue Reference
Ada County Highway District IV.E
• Comments Received Letter -
• Commission Action Required No -
• Access Access from N.Morello Avenue,a local road -
• Traffic Level of Service N/A -
ITD Comments Received No Comment IVY
Meridian Public Works Wastewater IV.B
• Distance to Mainline Available at the site
• Impacts or Concerns No
Meridian Public Works Water
• Distance to Mainline Available at the site
• Impacts or Concerns No
Note: See City/Agency Comments and Conditions Section and public record for all department/agency
comments received. Werre Short Plat SHP-2024-0004(copy this link into a separate browser).
City of Meridian I Department Report II. Community Metrics
Figure 1: One-Mile Radius Existing Condition Metrics
Reference Parcel:S1202223011 Date Retrieved:2024/12/6
Parcel Count Parcel Acreage Infill Indicator:
508 Surrounding Area
Alff"�, 278 1 4% Not city
® City Limits
4,694 1,744. ■ Not City
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Household Household& Population Growth
Households 02020
Population Change:5.4°I°
Population ■Growth
(Household and Population Change
since 2010 Decennial) 10,000 20,000 30,000
Use Types Residential Addresses All Addresses
■ Single-family
Multi-family is 0% is
3%
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Preliminary Plats (last 5-years) Conditional Use Permit(last 5-years)
Proposed I I I Proposed
Pending Pending
Approved Approved
0 500 1000 0 100 200 Z51
■ Single-family ❑ Multi-family
City of Meridian I Department Report II. Community Metrics
2.00 4,500
Single-family y 4,000
T 1.50 3,500 V
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Residential 3,00
Parcel Diversity 2,500
y 1.00 2,000 U
1500 Parcel Count 0.50 0.40 1,000 L
Average Acres 0.00 0.16 CO=0.09 0000 a
R-2 R-8 R-15
Average Single-family Density by Zoning Average
15.00
d Residential - Density
10.00 10.65
a 5.00 04.31 �6.08 4■59
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0.00 Dwelling Units I Acre
R-2 R-4 R-8 R-15
Notes: See VIII.Additional Notes&Details for Staff Report Maps,Tables,and Charts.
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City of Meridian I Department Report II. Community Metrics
III. STAFF ANALYSIS
Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code(UDC)
A. General Overview
Medium Density Residential designation allows for dwelling units at gross densities of three to
eight dwelling units per acre. Density bonuses may be considered with the provision of additional
public amenities such as a park, school, or land dedicated for public services.
The proposed short plat aims to subdivide a 3.123-acre property located in the R-4 zoning district
into two(2)building lots. The applicant intends to retain the existing single-family detached
home on one lot and construct an additional single-family detached home on the newly created
lot. Each lot will measure approximately 1.5 acres,resulting in a project density of 1.56 units per
acre.
While this density is significantly below the maximum permitted in the R-4 zoning district, staff
believes the proposed subdivision represents a thoughtful approach to infill redevelopment. The
project aligns with the city's goals of enhancing and optimizing underutilized areas, contributing
positively to the surrounding neighborhood's character and functionality.
Table 4:Proiect Overview
Description Details
History Ordinance 577 Annexation
Residential Units 2 Single Family Detached Homes
Acreage 3.123 acres
Lots 2
Density 1.56 du/ac
B. History
The property was annexed in 1992 as part of the Candlelight Subdivision development. The
property was not part of the plat it was only annexed and received R-4 zoning.
C. Site Development and Use Analysis
1. Existing Structures/Site Improvements (UDC 11-1):
There is an existing single-family home that will remain on Lot 1 and will be accessed via a
shared driveway off .N. Morello Avenue. The proposed driveway to the existing home shall be
paved with the capability of supporting fire vehicles and equipment.
2. Proposed Use Analysis (UDC 11-2):
The use of the property will remain as single-family residential.
3. Dimensional Standards (UDC 11-2):
Future development of the proposed lots should comply with the dimensional standards listed
in UDC Table 11-2A-6 for the R-4 zoning district.
D. Design Standards Analysis
1. Landscaping (UDC 11-3B):
i. Landscape buffers along streets
A 25 foot-wide street buffer is required adjacent to Ustick Road, an arterial street. This
buffer should be landscaped per the standards listed in UDC 11-3B-7. All street buffers
with detached sidewalks or multiuse pathways shall be measured from the back of curb.
Where ACHD is anticipating future widening of the street, the width of the buffer shall be
measured from the ultimate curb location as anticipated by ACHD. Detached sidewalks
and multiuse pathways shall have an average minimum separation of greater than four
City of Meridian I Department Report III. Staff Analysis
(4)feet to back of curb.As there are overhead power lines along Ustick Road, ensure the
proposed trees are applicable for the area.All street landscape buffers shall be on a
common lot or on a permanent dedicated buffer easement, maintained by the property
owner, homeowner's association or business owners'association.
Per UDC 11-3B-7-3b, the minimum density of one(1) tree per thirty-five (35) linear feet
is required. At least thirty-five(35)percent of qualifying trees must provide urban canopy
at maturity, and at least twenty-five(25)percent of qualifying trees must be Class 2
selections, unless it can be shown that utility conflicts prohibit installation of Class 2
trees.
ii. Tree preservation
A Tree Mitigation Plan should be submitted with the final plat signature application
detailing all existing trees and methods of mitigation outlined by the City Arborist before
any trees are to be removed as set forth in UDC 11-3B-10C.5.
2. Parking (UDC 11-3C):
i. Residential parking analysis
Off-street parking is required to be provided in accord with the standards listed in UDC
Table 11-3C-6 for single-family dwellings based on the number of bedrooms per unit.
The applicant is proposing a new garage for the existing residence to meet this standard.
Staff will confirm compliance with these standards at the time of building permit
submittal for each residence.
3. Fencing (UDC 11-3A-6, 11-3A-7):
All fencing is required to comply with the standards listed in UDC 11-3A-7.
The applicant is not proposing any new fencing as there is fencing along the perimeter of the
property. The applicant will enclose the open portion of the fence along Ustick Road where
the current driveway is located upon approval. The applicant will also be removing the
portion of the fence that is currently blocking the access from Morello Avenue.
E. Transportation Analysis
1. Access (Comp Plan, UDC 11-3A-3, UDC 11-3H-4):
Access to this property is provided via a shared driveway off ... Morello Avenue. See common
drive exhibit in Section VII.F.
F. Services Analysis
1. Pressurized Irrigation(UDC 11-3A-15):
Underground pressurized irrigation water is required to be provided to each lot within the
subdivision as set forth in UDC 11-3A-15.
2. Storm Drainage (UDC 11-3A-18):
An adequate storm drainage system is required in all developments in accord with the City's
adopted standards, specifications and ordinances. Design and construction shall follow best
management practice as adopted by the City as set forth in UDC 11-3A-18.
3. Utilities (Comp Plan 3.03.3G, UDC 11-3A-21):
Connection to City water and sewer services is required and are available to be extended by
the developer with development in accord with UDC 11-3A-21 and Goals 3.03.03G&
3.03.03F. Urban sewer and water infrastructure and curb, gutter, and sidewalks are required
to be provided with development of the subdivision.
City of Meridian I Department Report III. Staff Analysis
IV. CITY/AGENCY COMMENTS & CONDITIONS
A. Meridian Planning Division
1. The Applicant shall comply with all previous conditions of approval associated with this
development: Ordinance 577 Annexation, as applicable.
2. If the City Engineer's signature has not been obtained within two(2)years of the City Council's
approval of the short plat,the short plat shall become null and void unless a time extension is
obtained,per UDC 11-613-7.
3. Modify the plat to graphically depict the 25-foot landscape buffer along Ustick Road. Add a note
to the plat stating the landscaping within the easement will be maintained by the property owners
of Lot 1 and 2.
4. Future development shall comply with the dimensional standards listed in UDC Table I1-2A-5
for the R-4 zoning district and the shared driveway exhibit in Section VII.D.
5. The driveway to the existing residence shall be paved with a surface with the capability of
supporting fire vehicles and equipment per UDC 11-6C-3D.
6. Submit a Tree Mitigation Plan as part of your Landscape Plan with the final plat signature
application detailing all existing trees and methods of mitigation outlined by the City Arborist
before any trees are to be removed as set forth in UDC 11-313-10C.5.
7. Revise the landscape plan to show the existing trees on Lot 2.
8. If the landscape buffer has not been installed prior to ACHD widening of Ustick Road and
installation of the multiuse pathway, the applicant shall submit a surety for the landscape buffer
prior to City Engineer signature.
9. Revise the landscape plan to show that at least twenty-five(25)percent of qualifying trees are Class
2 selections, unless it can be shown that utility conflicts prohibit installation of Class 2 trees per
UDC 11-313-7-3b.
10. Staff s failure to cite specific ordinance provisions or conditions from the previous approvals noted
above does not relieve the Applicant of responsibility for compliance.
B. Meridian Public Works
SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS:
I. Request for a new Water Service connection and/or any changes to the existing services will need
to be submitted for review and approval by Land Development.
2. Each Home will have to have its own water meter and tie into the 8"main.
3. The water service for the property on the West must be fully located in the shared driveway access
easement and no portion should be located on the Eastern property that is not covered by the shared
driveway easement.
GENERAL CONDITIONS:
I. Sanitary sewer service to this development is available via extension of existing mains adjacent to
the development. Water service to this site is available via extension of existing mains adjacent to
the development.
2. All improvements related to public life, safety and health shall be completed prior to occupancy of
the structures. Where approved by the City Engineer, an owner may post a performance surety for
such improvements in order to obtain City Engineer signature on the final plat as set forth in UDC
11-5C-3B.
3. Upon installation of the landscaping and prior to inspection by Planning Department staff, the
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applicant shall provide a written certificate of completion asset forth in UDC 11-3B-14A.
4. A letter of credit or cash surety in the amount of 110%will be required for all incomplete fencing,
landscaping, amenities,pressurized irrigation,prior to signature on the final plat.
5. The City of Meridian requires that the owner post with the City a performance surety in the amount
of 125% of the total construction cost for all incomplete sewer, water infrastructure prior to final
plat signature. This surety will be verified by a line item cost estimate provided by the owner to the
City. The applicant shall be required to enter into a Development Surety Agreement with the City
of Meridian. The surety can be posted in the form of an irrevocable letter of credit, cash deposit or
bond. Applicant must file an application for surety, which can be found on the Community
Development Department website.Please contact Land Development Service for more information
at 887-2211.
6. The City of Meridian requires that the owner post to the City a warranty surety in the amount of
20% of the total construction cost for all completed sewer, and water infrastructure for a duration
of two years. This surety amount will be verified by a line item final cost invoicing provided by the
owner to the City. The surety can be posted in the form of an irrevocable letter of credit, cash
deposit or bond. Applicant must file an application for surety, which can be found on the
Community Development Department website. Please contact Land Development Service for
more information at 887-2211.
7. In the event that an applicant and/or owner cannot complete non-life, non-safety and non-health
improvements,prior to City Engineer signature on the final plat and/or prior to occupancy,a surety
agreement may be approved as set forth in UDC 11-5C-3C.
8. 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.
9. Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with any Section 404 Permitting that
may be required by the Army Corps of Engineers.
10. Developer shall coordinate mailbox locations with the Meridian Post Office.
11. All grading of the site shall be performed in conformance with MCC 11-1-4B.
12. 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.
13. The applicants design engineer shall be responsible for inspection of all irrigation and/or drainage
facility within this project that do not fall under the jurisdiction of an irrigation district or ACHD.
The design engineer shall provide certification that the facilities have been installed in accordance
with the approved design plans. This certification will be required before a certificate of occupancy
is issued for any structures within the project.
14. At the completion of the project,the applicant shall be responsible to submit record drawings per
the City of Meridian AutoCAD standards. These record drawings must be received and approved
prior to the issuance of a certification of occupancy for any structures within the project.
15. Street light plan requirements are listed in section 6-7 of the Improvement Standards for Street
Lighting (http://www.meridiancity.org/public_works.aspx?id=272). All street lights shall be
installed at developer's expense. Final design shall be submitted as part of the development plan
set for approval, which must include the location of any existing street lights. The contractor's
work and materials shall conform to the ISPWC and the City of Meridian Supplemental
Specifications to the ISPWC. Contact the City of Meridian Transportation and Utility Coordinator
at 898-5500 for information on the locations of existing street lighting.
16. The applicant shall provide easement(s)for all public water/sewer mains outside of public right of
way (include all water services and hydrants). The easement widths shall be 20-feet wide for a
City of Meridian I Department Report IV. City/Agency Comments &Conditions
single utility, or 30-feet wide for two. The easements shall not be dedicated via the plat,but rather
dedicated outside the plat process using the City of Meridian's standard forms. The easement shall
be graphically depicted on the plat for reference purposes. Submit an executed easement (on the
form available from Public Works),a legal description prepared by an Idaho Licensed Professional
Land Surveyor,which must include the area of the easement(marked EXHIBIT A) and an 81/2"x
11" map with bearings and distances (marked EXHIBIT B) for review. Both exhibits must be
sealed, signed and dated by a Professional Land Surveyor. DO NOT RECORD. Add a note to the
plat referencing this document. All easements must be submitted,reviewed,and approved prior to
signature of the final plat by the City Engineer.
17. Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with and NPDES permitting that
may be required by the Environmental Protection Agency.
18. The City of Meridian requires that pressurized irrigation systems be supplied by a year-round
source of water(UDC 11-3B-6.). The applicant should be required to use 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
development plan approval.
19. All irrigation ditches, canals, laterals, or drains, exclusive of natural waterways, intersecting,
crossing or laying adjacent and contiguous to the area being subdivided shall be addressed per UDC
11-3A-6. In performing such work,the applicant shall comply with Idaho Code 42-1207 and any
other applicable law or regulation.
C. Meridian Fire Department
See public record(copy the link into a separate browser)
https:llweblink.meridiancioy.org/WebLink/Browse.aspx?id=378997&dbid=0&redo=MeridianCit
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D. Irrigation Districts
1. Settler's Irrigation District
See public record(copy the link into a separate browser)
https:llweblink.meridiancioy.orglWebLink/Browse.aspx?id=378997&dbid=0&repo=MeridianCit
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E. Ada County Highway District(ACHD)
See public record(copy the link into a separate browser)
https://weblink.meridiancity.org/WebLink/Browse.aspx?id=378997&dbid=0&repo=MeridianCit
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F. Idaho Transportation Department(ITD)
See public record(copy the link into a separate browser)
https:llweblink.meridiancioy.orglWebLink/Browse.aspx?id=378997&dbid=0&repo=MeridianCit
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V. FINDINGS
A. Short Plat(UDC-613-6)
In consideration of a preliminary plat,combined preliminary and final plat, or short plat,the
decision-making body shall make the following findings:
City of Meridian I Department Report V. Findings
1. The plat is in conformance with the comprehensive plan and is consistent with this unified
development code;
The Comprehensive Plan designates the future land use of this property as Medium Density
Residential(MDR), the current zoning district of the site is R-4. Stafffinds the proposed short
plat complies with the short plat standards listed in UDC 11-6B-5. Future development
should comply with the dimensional standards for the R-4 zoning district listed in UDC Table
11-2A-7.
2. Public services are available or can be made available ad are adequate to accommodate the
proposed development;
Stafffinds that public services will be provided and are adequate to serve the proposed lots.
3. The plat is in conformance with scheduled public improvements in accord with the city's
capital improvement program;
Stafffinds all required utilities will be provided with lot development at the developer's
expense.
4. There is public financial capability of supporting services for the proposed development;
Stafffinds that the development will not require major expenditures for providing supporting
services as services are already being provided in this area.
5. The development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or general welfare; and
Stafffinds the proposed development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or
general welfare.
6. The development preserves significant natural, scenic or historic features.
Staff is not aware of any significant natural, scenic or historic features associated with short
platting the structure on this site.
VI. ACTION
A. Staff:
Staff recommends approval with the conditions outlined in Section IV.
B. City Council:
The Meridian City Council heard these items on January 28,2025.At the public hearing the
Council moved to approve the subject Short Plat request.
1. Summary of the City Council public hearing:
a. In favor: Ben Semple representing the property owner
b. In opposition:None
c. Commenting: Jeff Brown,Connie Springer,Devon Fletcher
d. Written testimony:None
e. Staff presenting application: Linda Ritter
f. Other Staff commenting on application: Bill Parsons
2. Key issue(s)of public testimony:
a. Existing fence along Ustick Road.Number of potential lots that could be developed on
the property, extending Morello Avenue and adding a sidewalk to enhance the look of
the neighborhood
3. Key issue(s)of discussion by City Council:
a. None
4. City Council change(s)to Commission recommendation.
a. None
City of Meridian I Department Report VI. Action
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C. Service Accessibility Report
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Extension Sewer Trunkshed mains < 500 ft.from parcel GREEN
Floodplain Either not within the 100 yr floodplain or > 2 acres GREEN
Emergency Services Fire Response time < 5 min. GREEN
Emergency Services Police Meets response time goals most of the time GREEN
Pathways Within 1/4 mile of current pathways GREEN
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D. Short Plat(date: 12/13/2024)
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VIII. ADDITIONAL NOTES & DETAILS FOR STAFF REPORT MAPS,TABLES,AND CHARTS
(link to Community Metrics)
A. One-Mile Radius Existing Condition Notes
This data is automatically derived from enterprise application and GIS databases, and exported
dynamically. Date retrieved notes generally reflect data acquired or processed within the last 30-
days.Analysis is based on a one-mile radius from the centroid of the identified parcel. Parcel
based data excludes certain properties and represents land as it exists now. Properties considered
are only those with a total assessed value greater than 0(i.e. excludes most HOA area,transitional
development, government, and quasi government facilities). The following values also constrain
included property acreage to reduce outliers and non-conforming instances from distorting
averages: R-2<5.0; R-4<2.0; R-8< 1.0; R-15 <0.5; R-40<0.25.
Conditional Use Permits and Preliminary plat data likely include duplicate project submittals as
they may be for the same project, approved at different times through multiple application types.
Consider each independently or review prior application approvals. Some approved entitlements,
and particularly older ones,may be constructed.
Decennial population counts and household counts are based on the most recent Decennial
Census. Current population and current household values are COMPASS estimates,usually for
the year previous, and are based on traffic analysis zone boundaries(TAZ's).
B. Mixed Use Analysis Notes
This data is derived from enterprise application and GIS databases, and exported dynamically.
Data considered for analysis are only those areas overlapping the overall Mixed Use boundary
area. Mixed Use areas across arterial roadways are distinct, separate, and not considered as they
do not meet the mixed use principles in the Comprehensive Plan(e.g.pedestrian safety,
transportation efficiency, etc.). Mixed Use parcel areas may be greater or smaller than the future
land use area designation boundary due parcel size,configuration,right-of-way, and other factors.
Conditional Use Permits and Preliminary plat data likely include duplicate project submittals as
they may be for the same project, approved at different times through multiple application types.
Consider each independently or review prior application approvals.
C. Service Assessment Notes
This data represents existing conditions derived from our enterprise application and GIS database,
exported through dynamic reporting. The system references the most recent available data from
various sources, including sewer main lines, sewer trunksheds, floodplain, fire service areas and
response times,police crime reporting,pathway information,existing and planned transit,
roadway improvements, school and park proximity, and other resources.
The tool provides context for project review,using multiple indicators consistently. Data from
similar topics may vary based on different levels of review.
The overall score is based on weighted criteria(not a ranked order), and the percentile score
compares the parcel to others in the city(higher is better). This tool was developed as a City
Council priority and outcome of the 2019 Comprehensive Plan. Scores,whether high or low, are
just one data point and should not be the sole basis for decisions.
D. ACHD Roadway Infographic Notes
The Ada County Highway District utilizes a number of planning and analysis tools to understand
existing and future roadway conditions.
• Existing Level of service(LOS).LOS indicator is a common metric to consider a
driver's experience with a letter ranking from A to F.Letter A represents free flow
conditions, and on the other end Level F represents forced flow with stop and go
City of Meridian I Department Report VIII. Additional Notes&Details for Staff Report
Maps, Tables, and Charts
conditions. These conditions usually represent peak hour driver experience. ACHD
considers Level D, stable flow,to be acceptable. The LOS does not represent conditions
for bikes or pedestrians, nor indicate whether improvements: are possible; if there are
acceptable tradeoffs; or if there is a reasonable cost-benefit.
• Integrated Five Year Work Plan (IFYWP).The IFYWP marker(yes/no) indicates
whether the specified roadway is listed in the next 5-years. This work may vary, from
concept design to construction.
• Capital Improvement Plan(CIP).The CIP marker(yes/no)indicates whether the
specified roadway is programmed for improvement in the next 20-years.
City of Meridian I Department Report VIII. Additional Notes&Details for Staff Report
Maps, Tables, and Charts