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In the Matter of Annexation and Zoning of 1.56 acres from RUT (Ada County) to R-4
(Medium Low Density Residential), for Amar @ Wapoot by Land Pro Development, Inc.
Case No(s). AZ-07-007
For the City Council Hearing Date of: August 14, 2007 (Findings on the August 28, 2007
City Council agenda)
A. Findings of Fact
Hearing Facts (see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of August 14, 2007,
incorporated by reference)
2. Process Facts (see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of August 14, 2007,
incorporated by reference)
3. Application and Property Facts (see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of August
14, 2007, incorporated by reference)
4. Required Findings per the Unified Development Code (see attached Staff Report for the
hearing date of August 14, 2007, incorporated by reference)
B. Conclusions of Law
I . 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 (LC. §67-6503).
2. The Meridian City Council takes judicial notice of its Unified Development Code
codified at Title I 1 Meridian City Code, and all current zoning maps thereof. The City of
Meridian has, by ordinance, established the Impact Area and the Amended
Comprehensive Plan of the City of Meridian, which was adopted August 6, 2002,
Resolution No. 02-382 and Maps.
3. The conditions shall be reviewable by the City Council pursuant to Meridian City Code §
11-SA.
4. Due consideration has been given to the comment(s) received from the governmental
subdivisions providing services in the City of Meridian planning jurisdiction.
CITY OF MERIDIAN FINDINGS OF FACT, CONCLUSIONS OF LAW AND DECISION & ORDER
CASE NO(S). AZ-07-007
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 Planning Department, the Public Works Department and any affected
party requesting notice.
7. That this approval is subject to the Legal Description and the provisions of the
Development Agreement, all in the attached Staff Report for the hearing date of August
14, 2007, incorporated by reference. The conditions are concluded to be 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-SA and
based upon the above and foregoing Findings of Fact which are herein adopted, it is hereby
ordered that:
The applicant's Annexation request as evidenced by having submitted the legal
description stamped on April 4, 2007 by D. Terry Peugh and exhibit map, is hereby
conditionally approved;
2. The property described in the Annexation & Zoning legal description shall be zoned R-
4 as approved by the City Council; and
A Development Agreement is required with approval of the subject annexation &
zoning application and shall include the provisions noted in the attached Staff Report
for the hearing date of August 14, 2007, incorporated by reference.
D. Attached: Staff Report for the hearing date of August 14, 2007.
CITY OF MERIDIAN FINDINGS OF FACT, CONCLUSIONS OF LAW AND DECISION & ORDER
CASE NO(S). AZ-07-007
By action of the City Council at its regular meeting held on the
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COUNCIL MEMBER DAVID ZAREMBA
COUNCIL MEMBER JOE BORTON
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CASE NO(S). AZ-07-007
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF AUGUST 14, 2007
STAFF REPORT
Hearing Date: 8/14/2007
TO: Mayor & City Council
FROM: Amanda Hess, Associate City Planner
208-884-5533
SUBJECT: Amar @Wapoot
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Annexation and Zoning of 1.56 acres from RUT (Ada County) to R-84 (Medium
Low Density Residential)
1. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF APPLICANT'S REQUEST
The Applicant, Land Pro Development, Inc., has applied for Annexation and Zoning (AZ) to R-8
(Medium Density Residential) of 1.56 acres of property currently zoned RUT in Ada County. The
Applicant requests annexation to hook up to city water and sewer services.
The site is located at 2400 W. Wapoot Drive generally north of W. McMillan Road, approximately '/z
mile west of N. Linder Road. This site is currently improved with asingle-family residential home and
accessory outbuildings. This property is within the City's Area of Impact and Urban Service Planning
Area and is contiguous to the current City limits.
2. SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION
The subject application (AZ) was submitted to the Planning Department for review. Below, Staff has
provided a detailed analysis, comments, and recommended actions for the requested AZ application. Staff
is recommending approval of the Amar @Wapoot Annexation and Zoning (AZ-07-007) request as
presented in the staff report for the hearing date of June 21, 2007, and based on the Findings of
Fact listed in Exhibit D. The Meridian Planning and Zoning Commission heard this item on July 5.
2007. At the public hearing, the Commission voted to recommend approval.
a. Summary of Commission Public Hearing:
i. In favor: Kevin Amar (Property Owner /Applicant
ii. In opposition: None
iii. Commenting: None
iv. Written testimony: None
v. Staff presenting application: Amanda Hess
vi. Other staff commenting on application: None
b. K_ e_y Issues of Discussion by Commission:
i. None
c. Kev Commission Changes to Staff Recommendation:
i. None
d. Outstanding Issue(s) for City Council:
i. None
he Meridian Citv Council heard this item on August 14. 2007. At the nublic hearing they
the subiect AZ request with an R-4 zone. instead of R-8 as requested by the Applicant
~, Summary of Citv Council Public Hearin:
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i. In favor: Kevin Amar (Applicant/Owner
ii. In opposition: None
iii. Commentine: None
iv. Written testimonv: None
v. Staff presentine application: Anna Carmine
vi. Other staff co_mmentine on_ application: None
~_ ICY Issues of Discussion by Council:
i. Compatibility of proposed R-8 zone with adjacent properties zoned R
ii. Future redevelopment of the property
~_ K~X Council Changec to Staff/Commission Recommendation
i. The west property line shall be considered a side yard for setback purooses:
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ii. The property shall be annexed with an R-4 zone, instead of R-8 as requested by the
Ap lip cant.
3. PROPOSED MOTION (to be considered after the public hearing)
Approval
After considering all Staff, Applicant, and public testimony, I move to approve File Number AZ-07-
007, as presented in the staff report for the hearing date of August 14, 2007, with the following
modifications: (add any proposed modifications)
Denial
After considering all Staff, Applicant, and public testimony, I move to deny File Number AZ-07-007,
as presented during the hearing on August 14, 2007: (please state specific reasons for denial of the
annexation request)
Continuance
After considering all Staff, Applicant, and public testimony, I move to continue File Number AZ-07-
007 to the hearing date of (insert continued hearing date here) for the following reason(s): (state
specific reason(s) for continuance)
4. APPLICATION AND PROPERTY FACTS
a. Site Address/Location:
2400 W. Wapoot Drive (Parcel No. SO426314910)
Section 26, Township 4 North, Range 1 West
b. Owner:
Kevin Amar
2400 W. Wapoot Drive
Meridian, ID 83646
c. Applicant's Representative:
Shannon Moser
Land Pro Development, Inc.
2364 S. Titanium Place
Meridian, ID 83642
d. Present Zoning: RUT (Ada County)
e. Present Comprehensive Plan Designation: Medium Density Residential
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f. Description of Applicant's Request: The Applicant is requesting annexation and zoning into the
City with an R-8 zone.
g. Applicant's Statement/Justification: "I, Kevin Amar, owner of 2400 W. Wapoot Dr., would like
to annex into the City of Meridian in order to connect to City water and City sewer." (See
Applicant's narrative submitted with application.)
5. PROCESS FACTS
a. The subject application will, in fact, constitute an annexation as determined by City Ordinance.
By reason of the provisions of the Meridian City Code, Title 11, Chapter 5, a public hearing is
required before the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council on this matter.
b. Newspaper notifications published on:
June 4, 2007, & June 18, 2007 (Planning & Zoning Commission)
July 23, 2007, & August 6, 2007 (City Council)
c. Radius notices mailed to properties within 300 feet on:
May 30, 2007 (Planning & Zoning Conunission)
July 20, 2007 (City Council)
d. Applicant posted notice on site by:
June 25, 2007 (Planning & Zoning Commission)
August 4, 2007 (City Council)
6. LAND USE
a. Existing Land Use(s): There is an existing home and associated outbuildings on the subject site.
b. Description of Character of Surrounding Area: The area surrounding the subject property
consists of City residential properties within platted subdivisions.
c. Adjacent Land Use and Zoning:
1. North: Single-family residential (Fulfer No. 3 Subdivision), zoned R-4 & R-8
2. East: Single-family residential (Lochsa Falls No. 5 Subdivision), zoned R-4
3. South: Single-family residential (Fulfer No. 3 Subdivision), zoned R-4
4. West: Single-family residential (Fulfer Nos. 5 & 7 Subdivisions), zoned R-4 & R-8
d. History of Previous Actions: None
e. Existing Constraints and Opportunities:
1. Public Works:
Location of sewer: Sewer is stubbed out to the north of the property located west of 2443 W.
Ditch Creek Drive
Location of water: Site is currently serviced by city water.
Issues or concerns: None
2. Vegetation: Existing trees on-site proposed to remain
3. Floodplain: N/A
4. Canals/Ditches Irrigation: All irrigation ditches, laterals, and canals should be tiled.
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5. Hazards: N/A
6. Proposed Zoning: R-8 (Medium Density Residential)
7. Size of Property: 1.56 acres
f. Subdivision Plat Information:
The Applicant has not submitted a preliminary plat, or a concept plan for this property, with the
subject annexation application. Staff believes that the Applicant does not intend to further
develop this property in the near future.
g. Landscaping:
1. Width of street buffer(s): The subject property fronts N. Goddard Creek Way, a local street.
An existing 20-foot wide landscape buffer with detached sidewalks is already provided on
this property along N. Goddard Creek Way.
h. Summary of Proposed Streets and/or Access:
As mentioned above, the Applicant is not proposing to develop/plat this property at this time.
Access to this site is currently provided from two drives; one driveway to N. Goddard Creek Way
and one driveway to W. Wapoot Drive. No new access points are proposed or approved with this
application.
7. COMMENTS MEETING
On May 18, 2007, a joint agency and departments meeting was held with service providers in this area.
The agencies and departments present included: Meridian Fire Department, Meridian Parks Department,
Meridian Public Works Department, and the Sanitary Services Company. Only the Meridian Fire
Department elected to submit comments on this application, as no development is proposed at this time
and the use of the property is not changing.
8. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN POLICIES AND GOALS
This property is designated "Medium Density Residential" on the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use
Map. "Medium Density Residential" areas are anticipated to contain single family residences at densities
from three to eight dwelling units per acre (see Page 99 of the Comprehensive Plan). Staff recommends
that the Commission and Council rely on any verbal or written testimony that may be provided at the
public hearing when determining the most appropriate zone for this property.
Staff finds the following Comprehensive Plan policies to be applicable to this property and apply to the
subject property (staff analysis in italics below policy):
• Chapter VII, Goal III, Objective A, Action 1 -Require that development projects have planned
for the provision of all public services.
When the City established its Area of Ciry Impact, it planned to provide Ciry services to the
subject property. The City of Meridian plans to provide municipal services to the lands proposed
to be annexed in the following manner:
- Sanitary sewer and water service will be extended to the project at the applicant's
expense.
- The subject lands currently lie within the jurisdiction of the Meridian Rural Fire District.
Once annexed, the lands will be under the jurisdiction of the Meridian Ciry Fire
Department, who currently shares resource and personnel with the Meridian Rural Fire
Department.
- The subject lands currently lie within the jurisdiction of the Ada County Sheriff's Office.
Once annexed the lands will be serviced by the Meridian Police Department (MPD).
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- The roadways adjacent to the subject lands are currently owned and maintained by the
Ada County Highway District (ACHD). This sen~ice will not change.
- The subject lands are currently serviced by the Meridian School District No. 2. This
service will not change.
- The subject lands are currently serviced by the Meridian Library District. This service
will not change and the Meridian Library District should suffer no revenue loss as a
result of the subject annexation.
Municipal, fee-supported, services 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 VII, Goal N, Objective C, Action 1 Protect existing residential properties from
incompatible land use development on adjacent parcels.
The Applicant is not proposing any new land use for this property. Staff believes that the existing
single family home is compatible with the other residences in this area.
• Chapter VII, Goal N, Objective C, Action 10 - Support a variety of residential categories (low-,
medium-, and high-density single family, multi-family, townhouses, duplexes, apartments,
condominiums, etc.) for the purpose of providing the City with a range of affordable housing
opportunities.
The subject application includes a request for the R-8 zoning designation. The Comprehensive
Plan Future Land Use Map designates this property as Medium Density Residential. Staff finds
that the requested zoning designation is generally consistent with the Comprehensive Plan
designation for this property and the existing land uses of other properties within the vicinity.
Staff finds that the proposed R-8 zoning designation is generally harmonious and in accordance with
the City's Comprehensive Plan.
9. ZONING ORDINANCE
a. Zoning Schedule of Use Control: UDC 11-2A-2 lists single-family dwellings as a Permitted Use
in the R-8 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.
10. ANALYSIS
a. Analysis of Facts Leading to Staff Recommendation:
AZ Application: As mentioned above, the subject property is proposed for annexation because
the property owner wishes to be hooked up to City water and City sewer. There is no additional
development planned for this property at this time.
Based on the policies and goals contained in the Comprehensive Plan and the future land use
designation of "Medium Density Residential" for this property, Staff believes that the requested
annexation and R-8 zone is appropriate for this property. Please see Exhibit D for detailed
analysis of the required facts and findings.
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The annexation legal description submitted with the application (stamped on April 4, 2007, by D.
Terry Peugh, PLS) shows the property as contiguous to the existing corporate boundary of the
City of Meridian.
Development Agreement: UDC 11-SB-3D2 and Idaho Code § 65-671 lA 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. If the Commission or Council feels
additional development agreement requirements are necessary, Staff recommends a clear outline
of the commitments of the developer being required.
A Development Agreement (DA) will be required as part of the annexation of this property.
Prior to the annexation ordinance approval, a DA shall be entered into between the City of
Meridian and the property owner(s) (at the time of annexation ordinance adoption). The
Applicant shall contact the City Attorney, Bill Nary, at 888-4433 within 3 months of
Council approval to initiate this process. The DA shall include, at minimum, the following:
• The Applicant shall be responsible for all costs associated with water and sewer service
installation including payment of sewer assessments.
~ All future development of the subject property shall comply with City of Meridian
ordinances for the R-8 district in effect at the time of development.
b. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the subject AZ application per the
comments listed in Exhibit B of this staff report. The Meridian Planning and Zoning
Commission heard this item on July 5 2007. At the public hearing the Commission voted to
recommend approval. he Meridian itv ouncil h and thi it m on Au pct 14 2007 A
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11. EXHIBITS
A. Legal Description & Exhibit Map
B. Agency Conditions /Comments
C. Required Findings from Unified Development Code
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A. Legal Description & Exhibit Map
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Amar Annexation Description
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.a parcel of land located in the NE 1.`4 of the SW 1.'4 of Section 2(i, i'.4N., R.1 W.,
B.M., Ada County, Idaho, more particularly described as follows: BEGI~ININC at the
Northeast earner of Lot 8, Block 7 of Fulfer Subdivision No. 3, as same is recorded in
Book 92 of'Plats at Page 10885, records of Ada County, Idaho;
"t"hence along the exterior boundary of said subdivision North 89°09' 33" 1~Vest.
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ThenceNorth (?0°37'07" East, 1i3~.90 feet;
1`henee South 89 U9'33" East, 36.90 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot 1 ?,
Block 7 of said Fulfer 5uhdi~•ision No. 3 lying on the West boundary of Lochsa halls
Subdivision No. 5, as same is recorded in Book 8K of Plats at Page 10134, records of Ada
County, Idaho;
'thence along said West boundary South (10°37'07" West, 185.90 feet to the Puint
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B. Agency Conditions /Comments
1. PLANNING DEPARTMENT
1.1 The annexation legal description submitted with the application (stamped on April 4, 2007, by D.
Terry Peugh, PLS) shows the property as contiguous to the existing corporate boundary of the
City of Meridian.
L2 A Development Agreement (DA) will be required as part of the annexation of this property. Prior
to the annexation ordinance approval, a DA shall be entered into between the City of Meridian
and the property owner(s) (at the time of annexation ordinance adoption). The Applicant shall
contact the City Attorney, Bill Nary, at 888-4433 within 3 months of Council approval to
initiate this process. The DA shall include, at minimum, the following:
• The Applicant shall be responsible for all costs associated with sewer service installation
including payment of sewer assessments.
• The Applicant shall comply with all City of Meridian Public Works and Fire Department
requirements outlined in the associated staff report for the Amar @ Wapoot annexation.
• All future development of the subject property shall comply with City of Meridian
ordinances in effect for the R-~4 zone at the time of development.
The west ~ro~erty line shall be considered a side vard for setback nurooses.
2. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
2.1 This property is currently served by city water and sewer. Both services are stubbed out to the
property. Coordinate size and routing with Public Works.
2.2 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).
2.3 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 of this project. If it is to
be owned and maintained by an Irrigation District then a letter of plan approval shall be submitted
prior to scheduling of apre-construction meeting.
2.4 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 surface
water for the primary source. If a surface source is not available, asingle-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.
2.5 Meridian Public Works specifications do not allow any large landscaping within afive-foot
radius of water meters. The Applicant shall make the necessary adjustments to achieve this
separation requirement and comply with all landscape requirements.
2.6 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.
2.7 Per UDC 11-3A-6 all irrigation ditches, laterals or canals, exclusive of natural waterways, that
intersect, cross, or lie within the area being developed, shall be tiled. Plans will need to be
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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.
2.8 A drainage plan designed by a State of Idaho licensed architect or engineer is required and shall
be submitted to the City Engineer (Ord. 557, 10-1-91) for all off-street parking areas. Storm water
treatment and disposal shall be designed in accordance with Department of Environmental
Quality 1997 publication Catalog of Storm Water Best Management Practices for Idaho Cities
and Counties and City of Meridian standards and policies. Off-site disposal into surface water is
prohibited unless the jurisdiction which has authority over the receiving stream provides written
authorization prior to development plan approval. The Applicant is responsible for filing all
necessary applications with the Idaho Department of Water Resources regarding Shallow
Injection Wells.
2.9 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 final plat.
2.10 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.
2.11 Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with and NPDES Permitting that
may be required by the Environmental Protection Agency.
2.12 Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with any Section 404 Permitting
that maybe required by the Army Corps of Engineers.
2.13 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.
2.14 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.
2.15 The engineer shall be required to certify that the street centerline elevations are set a minimum 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 1-foot above.
3. MERIDIAN FIRE DEPARTMENT
3.1 One- and two-family dwellings not exceeding 3,600 square feet will require afire-flow of 1,000
gallons per minute for a duration of 2 hours to service the entire project. One- and two-family
dwellings greater than 3,600 square feet and greater will require a minimum fire flow as specified in
Appendix B of the International Fire Code. Fire hydrant spacing shall be provided as required by
Appendix C of the International Fire Code.
3.2 Any roadway greater than 150 feet in length that is not provided with an outlet shall be required
to have an approved turn around. Phasing of the project may require a temporary approved turn
around on streets greater than 150' in length with no outlet.
3.3 All entrance and internal roads and alleys shall have a turning radius of 28' inside and 48' outside
radius.
3.4 All common driveways shall be straight or have a turning radius of 28' inside and 48' outside and
shall have a clear driving surface which is 20' wide.
3.5 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.
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3.6 The roadways shall be built to Ada County Highway Standards cross section requirements and
shall have a clear driving surface. Streets with less than a 29-foot street width shall have no
parking. Streets with less than a 33-foot street section shall have parking only on one side. These
measurements shall be based on the back of curb dimension. The roadway shall be able to
accommodate an imposed load of 75,000 GVW.
3.7 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.
3.8 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).
3.9 All R-2 occupancies with 3 or more units shall be required to be fire sprinklered.
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CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF AUGUST 14, 2007
C. Required Findings from Unified Development Code
1. Annexation Findings:
Upon recommendation from the Commission, the Council shall make a full investigation
and shall, at the public hearing, review the application. In order to grant an annexation
and/or rezone, the Council shall make the following findings:
a. The map amendment complies with the applicable provisions of the Comprehensive
Plan;
The Applicant is proposing to zone all of the subject property to R-8. The Council finds that
the proposed zoning map amendment complies with the applicable provisions of the
Comprehensive Plan. Please see "Comprehensive Plan Policies and Goals -Section 8" of the
staff report; however, decided that the R-4 zone would be more appropriate for this property.
b. The map amendment complies with the regulations outlined for the proposed district,
specifically the purpose statement;
No development is proposed concurrent with the zoning map amendment. The Council finds
that future development of this property should comply with the established regulations and
purpose statement of the R-~4 zone.
c. The map amendment shall not be materially detrimental to the public health, safety,
and welfare;
The Council finds that the proposed zoning amendment will not be detrimental to the public
health, safety, or welfare. Staff and the Commission recommend the Council rely on any oral
or written testimony that may be provided when determining this finding.
d. The map amendment shall not result in an adverse impact upon the delivery of services
by any political subdivision providing public services within the City including, but not
limited to, school districts; and,
The Council finds that the proposed zoning amendment will not result in any adverse impact
upon the delivery of services by any political subdivision providing services to this site.
e. The annexation is in the best of interest of the City (UDC ll-SB-3.E).
The Council finds that the annexation and zoning of this property to R-4 would be in the best
interest of the City.
C