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John S. Franden, President
Carol A. McKee, 1st Vice President
Dave Bivens, 2nd Vice President
Sherry R. Huber, Commissioner
Rebecca W. Arnold, Commissioner
January 16, 2007
To: BSC, LLC.
737 North 7th Street
Boise,ID 83702
RECEIVED
JAN 1 9 2007
City ofMeridi~n
City Clerk office
Subject:
MPP-06-064
Cold Creek Subdivision
West Ustick Road
On January 16, 2007, the Ada County Highway District acted on your application for the above
referenced project. The attached report lists site-specific requirements, conditions of approval and
street improvements, which are required.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (208) 387-6174.
Sincerely,
Ryan McD niel
Planner I
Right-of-way & Development Services
Ada County Highway District
CC: Project file, Utilities
City of Meridian
Lochsa Engineering, C/O Ryan Carnie
1311 West Jefferson
Boise, ID 83702
Ada County Highway District. 3775 Adams Street. Garden City, ID. 83714 . PH 208-387-6100 . FX 345-7650. www.achd.ada.id.us
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Project/File:
Cold Creek Subdivision I MPP06-064
This is a Preliminary Plat Subdivision application for 16-residentiallots and 3
common lots on 4. 19 acres.
Lead Agency:
City of Meridian
Site address:
West Ustick Road
Staff Level
Approval:
January 16, 2007
Applicant:
BSC, LLC
737 North ih
Boise,ID 83702
Owner:
Horrace Chapman & Earl Chapman Trust
737 North 7th
Meridian, ID 83702
Representative:
Lochsa Engineering, Ryan Carnie
1311 West Jefferson
Boise,ID 83702
Staff Contact:
Ryan McDaniel
Phone: 387-6174
email: rmcdaniel@achd.ada.id.us
Tech Review:
January 12, 2007
Application Information:
Acreage: 4.19
Current Zoning: R-4
Residential Lots: 16
Common Lots: 3
A. Findings of Fact
Existing Conditions
1. Site Information:
The site is currently used for
agricultural purposes.
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2.
Zonin
R-4
R-4
R-4
R-1
3. Existing Roadway Improvements and Right-of-Way Abutting or Near the Site:
Ustick Road is currently improved with 2-traffic lanes, 37-feet of pavement
with no curb, gutter or sidewalk abutting the site. There is 70-feet of right-of-
way existing for Ustick Road (25-feet from centerline).
North Towerbridge Way is currently improved with 2-traffic lanes, 36-feet of
pavement with curb, gutter and sidewalk. There is 50-feet of right-of-way
existing for North Towerbridge Way (25-feet from centerline). The subject
site does not have frontage on this roadway.
Ten Mile Road is currently improved with 2-traffic lanes, 55-feet of pavement
within 96-feet of right-of-way. The subject site does not have frontage on this
roadway.
4. Existing Access: There are no defined access points to Ustick Road from this property.
5. Site History: ACHD has not previously reviewed this site for a development application.
Development Impacts
6.
Trip Generation:
This development is estimated to generate 160 additional vehicle trips per
day (0 existing) based on the Institute of Transportation Engineers Trip
Generation Single Family Detached Dwelling land use designation.
7.
Impact Fees:
There will be an impact fee that is assessed and due prior to issuance of any
building permits. The assessed impact fee will be based on the impact fee
ordinance that is in effect at that time.
8.
Traffic Study:
A traffic impact study was not required with this application.
9.
Impacted Roadwavs:
Roadway Frontage Functional Traffic Count Level of Speed
Classification Service* Limit
Ustick Road 331-Feet Principal Arterial 8,905 west of Linder Better than 45 MPH
on 4/7/05 uen
North O-Feet Residential N/A N/A 25 MPH
T owerbridge Collector
Wav
Ten Mile O-Feet Local Residential 4,982 south of Better than 35 MPH
Road McMillan Road on "C"
4/14/05
7 ,204 south of Ustick
Road on 3/8/06
*Acceptable level of service for a two-lane principal arterial roadway is "E" (15,500 AOT).
*Acceptable level of service for a two-lane residential collector roadway is "0" (9,500 ADT).
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10. Capjtallmprovements Plan/Five Year Work Program
The intersections of Ustick Road with Linder and Ten Mile Roads are listed in the Five Year Work
Program for widening, reconstruction and signalization. Ustick Road is listed in the Capital
Improvements Plan for widening to a 5-lane roadway.
B. Findintls for Consideration
1. Ustick Road
District Right-of-Way POlicy:
District policy requires 96-feet of right-of-way on arterial roadways (Figure 72-F1 B). This right-of-
way allows for the construction of a 5-lane roadway with curb, gutter, 5-foot concrete detached
sidewalks and bike lanes.
District Sidewalk POlicy:
District policy requires 7 -foot wide attached (or 5-foot detached) concrete sidewalk on all collector
roadways and arterial roadways (7204.7.2).
Applicant Proposal:
The applicant proposes to dedicate 23-feet of right-of-way from the centerline of Ustick Road and
construct a 5-foot concrete sidewalk 41-feet from the centerline of Ustick Road (measured face of
walk to centerline).
Staff Comment/Recommendation:
The applicant's proposal for Ustick Road is approved with this application, as proposed.
Construct a 5-foot concrete sidewalk 41-feet from the centerline of Ustick Road (measured face of
walk to centerline).
Dedicate a total of 48-feet of right-of-way from the centerline of Ustick Road abutting the parcel.
The right-of-way purchase and sale agreement and deed must be completed and signed by the
applicant prior to scheduling the final plat for signature by the ACHD Commission or prior to
issuance of a building permit (or other required permits), whichever occurs first. Allow up to 30
business days to process the right-of-way dedication after receipt of all requested material. The
District will purchase the right-of-way which is in addition to existing right-of-way from available
Corridor Preservation Funds.
2. Entry Road
District Street Section and Right-of-Way POlicy:
District policy 7204.4.2 states, "developments with any buildable lot that is less that 1-acre in size
will typically provide streets having a minimum pavement width of 32-feet with curb, gutter and
sidewalks. The total street width shall be 36-feet from back-of-curb to back-of-curb. Variations of
this width may be allowed, depending on traffic volumes forecast to be generated by the
development. Concrete sidewalks shall be a minimum of 5-feet in width unless they are separated
from the curb 5-feet or more in which case the sidewalk shall be a minimum of 4-feet in width.
District Offset Policy:
District policy 7204.11.6, requires local roadways to align or offset a minimum of 300-feet from an
arterial roadway (measured centerline to centerline).
Applicant Proposal:
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The applicant has proposed to construct an entry road approximately 116-feet east of the southwest
property line (measured property line to centerline) located in alignment with North Quarrystone
Way, on the south side of Ustick Road and the subject site.
Staff Comment/Recommendation:
Staff is supportive of proposed location and design of the entry road, which is approved with this
application, as proposed.
3. Internal Public Roadways
District Street Section and Right-of-Way Policy:
District policy 7204.4.2 states, "developments with any buildable lot that is less that 1-acre in size
will typically provide streets having a minimum pavement width of 32-feet with curb, gutter and
sidewalks. The total street width shall be 36-feet from back-of-curb to back-of-curb. Variations of
this width may be allowed, depending on traffic volumes forecast to be generated by the
development. Concrete sidewalks shall be a minimum of 5-feet in width unless they are separated
from the curb 5-feet or more in which case the sidewalk shall be a minimum of 4-feet in width.
District Knuckle Policy:
District policy District policy 7202.7 and 7207.5 and the local Fire District standards require an
island within a knuckle to be constructed with the island being a minimum of 4-feet wide with a
minimum area of 1 OO-square feet and designed to safely channel traffic. The roadway around the
traffic island should maintain a minimum of a 29-foot street section. The design should be reviewed
and approved by ACHD's Development staff.
Applicant Proposal:
The applicant has proposed to 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. The applicant
has proposed a knuckle with center island located at the northwest property line. The applicant has
proposed to surround the island with a 29-foot street section and utilize the knuckle for a
turnaround.
Staff Comment/Recommendation:
Staff is supportive of the applicant's proposal for the internal roadways, knuckle and island, which
are approved with this application, as proposed.
4. Stub Streets
District Stub Street Policy:
District policy 7203.5.1 states that the street design in a proposed development shall cause no
undue hardship to adjoining property. An adequate and convenient access to adjoining property for
use in future development may be required. If a street ends at the development boundary, it shall
meet the requirements of sub section 7205, "non-continuous streets." District policy 7205.5 states
that stub streets will be required to provide intra-neighborhood circulation or to provide access to
adjoining properties. Stub streets will conform with the requirements described in Section 7204.5,
7204.6 and 7204.7, except a temporary cul-de-sac will not be required if the stub street has a length
no greater than 150-feet. A sign shall be installed at the terminus of the stub street stating that,
"THIS ROAD WILL BE EXTENDED IN THE FUTURE".
Applicant Proposal:
The applicant proposes to construct a stub street to the west located approximately 172-feet south
of the northwest property line (measured property line to centerline).
Staff Comment/Recommendation:
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Staff is supportive of the applicant's proposal to construct a stub street to the west located
approximately 172-feet south of the northwest property line (measured property line to centerline).
This stub street exceeds 150-feet in length, however the applicant has proposed to utilize the
knuckle as a turnaround at the terminus of the roadway. Staff is supportive of the applicants
proposal using the knuckle as a turnaround. The applicant is required to attain Fire Department
approval for the knuckle functioning as a turnaround. A sign shall be installed at the terminus of the
stub street stating that, "THIS ROAD WILL BE EXTENDED IN THE FUTURE".
5. District Tree Planters
District's Tree Planter Width Policy prohibits all trees in planters less than 6-feet in width. In
addition to prohibiting trees in planters less than 6-feet in width, the policy requires a minimum
planter width of 6-feet for class II tress with the installation of root barriers on both sides of the
planter strip or a minimum planter width of 8-feet without the installation of a root barrier. The policy
also requires Class I and Class III trees to provide a minimum planter width of 10-feet.
6. Other Access
Ustick Road is classified as a principal arterial roadway: all access points to Ustick Road will be
closed except the access specifically approved with this application: direct lot access to Ustick
Road is prohibited and should be noted on the final plat.
C. Site Specific Conditions of AIDlroval
1. Construct a 5-foot concrete sidewalk 41-feet from the centerline of Ustick Road (measured face of
walk to centerline), as proposed.
2. Dedicate a total of 48-feet of right-of-way from the centerline of Ustick Road abutting the parcel, an
additional 23-feet. The right-of-way purchase and sale agreement and deed must be completed and
signed by the applicant prior to scheduling the final plat for signature by the ACHD Commission or
prior to issuance of a building permit (or other required permits), whichever occurs first. Allow up to
30 business days to process the right-of-way dedication after receipt of all requested material. The
District will purchase the right-of-way which is in addition to existing right-of-way from available
Corridor Preservation Funds.
3. Construct an entry road approximately 116.feet east of the southwest property line (measured
property line to centerline) located in alignment with North Quarrystone Way, as proposed.
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.
5. Construct a knuckle with center island located at the northwest property line and provide a 29-foot
street section on either side of the center island, as proposed.
6. Construct a stub street to the west located approximately 172-feet south of the northwest property
line (measured property line to centerline). A sign shall be installed at the terminus of the stub
street stating that, "THIS ROAD WILL BE EXTENDED IN THE FUTURE". Utilize the required
knuckle for a turnaround, as proposed. Provide to ACHD a letter from the Fire Department
specifically approving the knuckle functioning as a turnaround.
7. Direct lot access to Ustick Road is prohibited and shall be noted on the final plat.
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8. Comply with all Standard Conditions of Approval.
D. Standard Conditions of ARJ)roval
1. Any existing irrigation facilities shall be relocated outside of the right-of-way.
2. Private sewer or water systems are prohibited from being located within any ACHD roadway or
right-of-way.
3. All utility relocation costs associated with improving street frontages abutting the site shall be borne
by the developer.
4. Replace any existing damaged curb, gutter and sidewalk and any that may be damaged during the
construction of the proposed development. Contact Construction Services at 387-6280 (with file
number) for details.
5. Comply with the District's Tree Planter Width Interim Policy.
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. 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.
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.
9. Construction, use and property development shall be in conformance with all applicable
requirements of the Ada County Highway District prior to District approval for occupancy.
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.
11. It is the responsibility of the 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 DIGLlNE (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.
12. No change in the terms and conditions of this approval shall be valid unless they are in writing and
signed by the applicant or the applicant's authorized representative and an authorized
representative of the Ada County Highway District. The burden shall be upon the applicant to
obtain written confirmation of any change from the Ada County Highway District.
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
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waiver/variance of said requirements or other legal relief is granted pursuant to the law in effect at
the time the change in use is sought.
E. Conclusions of Law
1. The proposed site plan is approved, if all of the Site Specific and Standard Conditions of Approval
are satisfied.
2. ACHD requirements are intended to assure that the proposed use/development will not place an
undue burden on the existing vehicular transportation system within the vicinity impacted by the
proposed development.
Attachments
1. Vicinity Map
2. Site Plan
3. Appeal Guidelines
4. Development Process Checklist
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Request for Appeal of Staff Decision
1. Appeal of Staff Decision: The Commission shall hear and decide appeals by an applicant of the
final decision made by the ROWDS Manager when it is alleged that the ROWDS Manager did not
properly apply this section 7101.6, did not consider all of the relevant facts presented, made an
error of fact or law, abused discretion or acted arbitrarily and capriciously in the interpretation or
enforcement of the ACHD Policy Manual.
a. Filing Fee: The Commission may, from time to time, set reasonable fees to be charged
the applicant for the processing of appeals, to cover administrative costs.
b. Initiation: An appeal is initiated by the filing of a written notice of appeal with the
Secretary of Highway Systems, which must be filed within ten (10) working days from
the date of the decision that is the subject of the appeal. The notice of appeal shall refer
to the decision being appealed, identify the appellant by name, address and telephone
number and state the grounds for the appeal. The grounds shall include a written
summary of the provisions of the policy relevant to the appeal and/or the facts and law
relied upon and shall include a written argument in support of the appeal. The
Commission shall not consider a notice of appeal that does not comply with the
provisions of this subsection.
c. Time to Reply: The ROWDS Manager shall have ten (10) working days from the date of
the filing of the notice of appeal to reply to the notice of the appeal, and may during such
time meet with the appellant to discuss the matter, and may also consider and/or modify
the decision that is being appealed. A copy of the reply and any modifications to the
decision being appealed will be provided to the appellant prior to the Commission
hearing on the appeal.
d. Notice of Hearing: Unless otherwise agreed to by the appellant, the hearing of the
appeal will be noticed and scheduled on the Commission agenda at a regular meeting to
be held within thirty (30) days following the delivery to the appellant of the ROWDS
Manager's reply to the notice of appeal. A copy of the decision being appealed, the
notice of appeal and the reply shall be delivered to the Commission at least one (1)
week prior to the hearing.
e. Action by Commission: Following the hearing, the Commission shall either affirm or
reverse, in whole or part, or otherwise modify, amend or supplement the decision being
appealed, as such action is adequately supported by the law and evidence presented at
the hearing.
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Development Process Checklist
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l8ISubmit a development application to a City or to the County
l8IThe City or the County will transmit the development application to ACHD
l8IThe ACHD Planning Review Division will receive the development application to review
l8]The Planning Review Division will do one of the following:
DSend a "No Review" letter to the applicant stating that there are no site specific requirements at this time.
DSend a "Comply With" letter to the applicant stating that ifthe development is within a platted subdivision or part
of a previous development application and that the site specific requirements from the previous development also
apply to this development application.
l8IWrite a Staff Level report analyzing the impacts of the development on the transportation system and evaluating
the proposal for its conformance to District Policy.
DWrite a Commission level report analyzing the impacts of the development on the transportation system and
evaluating the proposal for its conformance to District Policy.
l8IThe Planning Review Division will hold a Technical Review meeting for all Staff and Commission level reports.
DFor ALL development applications, including those receiving a "No Review" or "Comply With" letter:
· The applicant should submit one set of engineered plans directly to ACHD for review by the Development Review
Division for plan review and assessment of impact fees (Note: if there are no site improvements required by ACHD,
then architectural plans may be submitted for purposes of impact fee calculation).
· The applicant is required to get a permit from Construction Services (ACHD) for ANY work in the right-of-way,
including, but not limited to, driveway approaches, street improvements and utility cuts.
DPay Impact Fees prior to issuance of building permit. Impact fees cannot be paid prior to plan review approval.
DID YOU REMEMBER?
Construction Zone
o Driveway or Properly Approach(s)
· Submit a "Driveway Approach Request" form to Ada County Highway District (ACHD) Construction (for approval by
Development Services & Traffic Services). There is a one week turnaround for this approval.
o Working in the ACHD Right-of-Way
· Four business days prior to starting work. have a bonded contractor submit a "Ternporary Highway Use Permit Application"
to ACHD Construction - Permits along with:
a) Traffic Control Plan
b) An Erosion & Sediment Control Narrative & Plat, done by a Certified Plan Designer, if trench is >50' or you are
placing >600 s.f. of concrete or asphalt.
Construction (Subdivisions)
o Sediment & Erosion Submittal
· At least one week prior to setting up a Pre.Con an Erosion & Sediment Control Narrative & Plat, done by a Certified Plan
Designer, must be turned Into ACHD Construction - Subdivision to be reviewed and approved by the ACHD Stormwater
Division.
o Idaho Power Company
. Vic Steelman at Idaho Power must have his IPCO approved set of subdivision utility plans prior to Pre-Con being
scheduled.
o Final Approval from Development Services
ACHD Construction - Subdivision must have received approval from Development Services prior to scheduling a Pre-Con.
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