HomeMy WebLinkAbout2/6 Memo from Planning
Project: Eastwood Subdivision
RECEIVED
FEB - 6 2007
qty of Meridian
Location: west side of Locust Grove Road, approximately 1/5 mile north of Amity Road CltyC'erkOffice
Applications: annexation and zoning and preliminary plat
Highlights of Proposed Development: annexation of 7.56 acres to R-4 and preliminary plat
approval of24 single family residential lots. The Applicant has set aside 0.389 acres (5.15%) for
usable open space, including a centrally located common area.
Gross Residential Density: 3.18 dwelling units/acre. The gross density exceeds the range
outlined in the Comprehensive Plan. The Applicant has not proposed a "step up" to medium
density for the site, nor would Staffbe supportive of said "step."
Other: The DA shall include, at minimum, the following:
· The following shall be the only allowed uses on this property: Detached single family
homes and allowed accessory uses ofthe R-4 zone.
· A maximum of24 units be constructed on this site.
· All homes within the subdivision shall contain at least 1,200 square feet of living area.
· All homes on Lots 11, 12, and 13, Block 1, shall be restricted to a single story and be
subject to, at minimum, a 20-foot rear setback.
· The five-foot sidewalks and a 25-foot landscape buffer, constructed in accordance with
City Code, shall be installed along Locust Grove Road prior to occupancy of any new
dwelling units.
Elevations: No
Commission Recommendation: approval at their December 21, 2006 public hearing.
Summary of Public Hearing:
i. In favor: Becky McKay (Applicant)
11. In opposition: None
111. Commenting: Pat Sturgis
IV. Written testimony: Pat & Jim Sturgis
Key Issues of Discussion by Commission: What is an appropriate transitioning between the lots
at the south property boundary and those within East Slope Subdivision?
Key Commission Changes to Staff Recommendation:
1. The Applicant will be required to enter into a DA with the City of Meridian.
11. A maximum of 24 units can be constructed on this site.
111. All homes on Lots 11, 12, and 13, Block 1, are to be restricted to a single story and be
subject to, at minimum, a 20-foot rear setback.
IV. The west lot line of Lot 14, Block 1, shall be adjusted to align with the west lot line of
Lot 17, Block 1, East Slope Subdivision
Outstanding Issue(s) for City Council: Proposed density and transitioning of lot sizes and height
of home allowed near lots bordering East Slope Subdivision