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HomeMy WebLinkAboutChalet Marseilles RecommendationsCITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 STAFF REPORT Hearing Date: March 18, 2008 TO: Mayor and City Council T FROM: Bill Parsons, Associate City Planner ~ IDIAN*~^'' 208-884-5533 I D A H O SUBJECT: Chalet Marseilles • AZ-07-020 -Request for Annexation and Zoning of 21.81 acres from Ada County RUT to R-15 (Medium Density Residential), by RC Meridian Partners, LLC. • PP-07-027 -Request for a Preliminary Plat with 3 Residential Building Lots and 1 Common Lot in a proposed R-15 zoning district, by RC Meridian Partners, LLC. • CUP-07-023 -Conditional Use Permit for ~ 120 multi-family dwelling units in a proposed R-15 zoning district, by RC Meridian Partners, LLC. • PS-07-008 -Private Street approval within the proposed Chalet Marseilles multi-family development, by RC Meridian Partners, LLC. • ALT-07-020 -Alternative Compliance for an alternative design from the private street standards, RC Meridian Partners, LLC. 1. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF APPLICANT'S REQUEST The applicant, RC Meridian Partners, LLC, has applied for Annexation and Zoning (AZ) of 21.8 acres from RUT (Ada County) to R-15 (Medium-high Density Residential). Concurrently, the applicant has submitted for Preliminary Plat (PP) approval of 3 residential lots and one common lot; Conditional Use Permit (CUP) approval to construct amulti-family development consisting of 122 condominium units and a club house; a private street (PS) application for eight private streets within the proposed development and alternative compliance (ALT) to allow the construction of a 36-foot street section to accommodate 8-foot parking aisles along one side. The applicant is proposing to develop the site as an active adult community totaling 122 condominium units with units ranging in size from 1,200 to 1,900 square feet. There is a 5,240 square foot club house also proposed for this site. The proposed dwelling types include 2 individual detached buildings, 14 dual unit buildings and 23 quad-buildings for a total of 39 buildings on the site excluding the club house. The applicant is proposing two building footprints/floor plans for the buildings on the subject site; one is a large floor plan, of which 66 of the 122 total units are a part, and the other is a small floor plan which totals 56 units. Access to the site will be via N. Locust Grove and N. Heritage Avenue with the applicant proposing eight private streets and three public streets that will provide access and circulation within the proposed development. The subject site is located at the northwest corner of E. Ustick Road and N. Locust Grove in Section 31, T4N, R1E. The site is currently designated Medium Density Residential on the City's Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map. This site is within the City's Area of Impact and is contiguous to the current City limits. 2. SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION The subject applications (AZ, PP, CUP, PS, & ALT) were submitted to the Planning Department for concurrent review. By City Ordinance, the Planning & Zoning Commission makes a recommendation to the City Council on the AZ, PP and CUP applications and the PS and ALT applications are reviewed at the Staff level. Below, Staff has provided a detailed analysis and recommended conditions of approval for the requested Annexation, Chalet Marseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 1 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 Preliminary Plat, Conditional Use Permit, Private Street, and Alternative Compliance applications. Staff is recommending the applicant submit a revised site plan for the proposed Chalet Marseilles Development (A~07-020, PP-07-027, CUP-07-023, PS-07-008, & ALT-07-020) reflecting Staffs recommendations provided in the analysis section below. If the Commission finds that the revised plan is acceptable and wishes to forward on a recommendation of approval to the Council, staff has included conditions listed in Exhibit B of the Staff Report. The Meridian Planning & Zoning Commission heard these items on January 17 2008 and February 7 2008. At the public hearing the Commission moved to recommend approval of the subiect AZ, PP and CUP. request. a. Summary of Commission Public Hearin;;; i. In favor: Darren Fluke (applicant's representative) ii. In opposition: None iii. Commenting: Tim Krupa, Jeff Larsen iv. Written testimony: John Whitson v. Staff presenting application: Bill Parsons vi. Other staff commenting on application: Caleb Hood b. Kev Issue(s) of Discussion by Commission: i. The proposed perimeter block wall. ii. The shared driveways and the width of the parking pads and driveways in front of the units. iii. Road improvements at the intersection of Locust Grove and Ustick Roads. iv. The applicant should work with the LDS church regarding the location of the decorative wall on the church's property and a future access point to E. Monet Street. v. The 8-foot spite strip that does not allow the extension and connection of N. Heritage View Ave. with N. Yellow Peak Ave. at the northern property boundary of Wanda's Meadow Subdivision at this time. c. Kev Commission Change(s) to Staff Recommendation: i. Commission did not require a site directory or site map for the site; condition 1,4.17 reflects this change. ii. Strike through the provision requiring the 5 feet of landscaping adiacent to the shared driveway in condition 1.2.4. iii. The applicant has revised preliminary plat the site plan and the landscaping plan to reflect Staff s and Commission's recommendations; all have been inserted in the Exhibit A. iv. Strike through a portion of condition 1.4.1. discussing the drive aisle and parking pad requirements for the site. Added as proposed on the revised site plan. v. Modified condition 1.4.16 requiring the applicant to provide at least 60-feet between ;;arage faces as proposed in the revised site plan. vi. Add two new conditions: 1) work with staff and the LDS Church for future connectivity to E. Monet Street (Condition 1.2.12). and 2) work with the church regardin the location of the decorative block wall and if the church does not allow the block wall,. one is not required (Condition 1.2.13). d. Outstanding Issue(s) for City Council: i. Review of the revised preliminary plat, site plan and landscape plans. ii. Block wall(s) on the perimeter in relation to church property. 3. PROPOSED MOTIONS Approval After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to approve File Numbers AZ-07-020, PP-07-027 and CUP-07-023 (PS and ALT optional) as presented in staff report for the hearing date of March 18, 2008 with the following modifications: (Add any proposed modifications.) Chalet Marseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 2 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 Denial After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to deny File Numbers AZ-07-020, PP-07-027 and CUP-07-023 (PS and ALT optional) as presented during the hearing on March 18, 2008, for the fallowing reasons: (you should state specific reasons for denial of the annexation and plat and you must state specific reasons for denial of the conditional use permit and what the applicant could do to gain your approval in the future.) Continuance After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to continue File Numbers AZ-07- 020, PP-07-027 and CUP-07-023 to the hearing date of (insert continued hearing date here) for the following reason(s): (you should state specific reason(s) for continuance.) 4. APPLICATION AND PROPERTY FACTS a. Site Address/Location: NWC of E. Ustick Road and N. Locust Grove Road Section 31, T4N, R1E b. Owners: RC Meridian Partners, LLC 8142 S. State Street, Suite 106 Midvale, Utah 84047 c. Applicant: same as above d. Representative: Daren Fluke, J-U-B Engineers 250 S. Beechwood Ave, Suite 201 Boise, ID 83709 e. Present Zoning District: RUT (Ada County) £ Present Comprehensive Plan Designation: Medium Density Residential g. Description of Applicant's Request: The applicant has applied for annexation and preliminary plat approval of 41ots on 21.8 acres in a proposed R-15 zoning district. Also for concurrent review, the applicant is requesting Conditional Use Permit (CUP) approval to construct amulti-farrtily development consisting of 122 units and a club house. The applicant is also requesting approval to construct a private streets with one side designated for a parking lane and the other with 5-foot attached sidewalks and alternative compliance from the private street standards to allow an 8-foot parking lane on the proposed private streets. 1. Date of site plan (attached in Exhibit A): 12-14-2007 2. Date of landscape plan (attached in Exhibit A): 12-14-2007 3. Date of elevations (attached in Exhibit A): 7-10-2007 4. Date of preliminary plat (attached in Exhibit A): 12-14-07 h. Applicant's Statement/Justification: The applicant is requesting Annexation and Zoning approval from the existing RUT zoning to R-15 zoning; preliminary plat approval of three residential lots and one common lot and conditional use approval to develop a 122 condominium unit active adult community. Each unit will be individually owned and maintenance will be the responsibility of the Home Owner's Association. The applicant is also submitted a private street application and requested alternative compliance to allow private streets for the proposed multi-family development and allow a deviation from the private street design standards. The private streets exceed the minimum requirements and act as an enhancement to the project. Primary access to the development is from N. Locust Grove Road. Chalet Marseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 3 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 Most of the buildings proposed for the site will be single story units with optional lofts. The proposed land use and architectural style of the condo units will enhance and compliment the existing residential developments. All buildings will meet the multi-family development setback requirements. The club house for the site will provide amenities such as an exercise facility, theater, community kitchen, and swimming pool. Additional amenities include walking paths, water feature, community rose garden, tennis courts, putting greens and pavilion equipped with tables and barbeques. The intent of this project is to incorporate a high quality project that will be an asset to the City. (See Applicant's Submittal Letter for more.) 5. PROCESS FACTS The subject application will in fact constitute an Annexation as determined by City Ordinance. By reason of the provisions of the Unified Development Code, Title 11 Chapter 5, a public hearing is required before the Planning & Zoning Commission and the City Council on this matter. b. The subject application will in fact constitute a Preliminary Plat as determined by City Ordinance. By reason of the provisions of the Unified Development Code, Title 11, Chapter 5, a public hearing is required before the Planning & Zoning Commission and the City Council on this matter. c. The subject application will in fact constitute a conditional use as determined by City Ordinance. By reason of the provisions of the Unified Development Code Title 11 Chapter 5, a public hearing is required before the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council on this matter. d. The subject application will in fact constitute a private street as determined by City Ordinance. By reason of the provisions of the Unified Development Code Title 11, Chapter 5, a public hearing is not required on this matter. e. The subject application will in fact constitute an Alternative Compliance review as determined by City Ordinance. By reasons of the provisions of the Unified Development Code, Title 11, Chapter 5, a public hearing is not required on this matter. £ Newspaper notifications published on: December 31, 2007 and January 14, 2008 (Planning and Zoning Commission); February 25,.2008 and March 10, 2008 (City Council) g. Radius notices mailed to properties within 300 feet on: December 21, 2007 (Planning and Zoning Commission); February 22, 2008 (City Council) h. Applicant posted notice on site by: January 7, 2008 (Planning and Zoning Commission); March 8, 2008 (City Council) 6. LAND USE a. Existing Land Use(s): There is an existing home and associated outbuildings located on the site. These structures should be removed prior to the City's Engineer signature on the fmal plat. b. Description of Character of Surrounding Area: The area surrounding the proposed development is primarily single-family residential. c. Adjacent Land Use and Zoning: 1. North: LDS Church and Single-family homes, Quenzer Commons No.S and No. 6; zoned RUT(Ada County) and R-8 2. West: Whitson Parcel, zoned RUT in Ada County; Single-family homes, Wanda's Meadows, zoned R-4 3. South: Single-family homes, Howell Tract Subdivision; zoned R-8 4. East: Single-family homes, Summerfield Subdivision; zoned R-4 Chalet Marseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 4 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 d. History of Previous Actions: None. e. Existing Constraints and Opportunities: 1. Public Works Location of sewer: N Locust Grove Rd, N Yellow Peak Ave, N Heritage Ave. Location of water: N Locust Grove Rd, N Yellow Peak Ave, N Heritage Ave. Issues or concerns: Pressure zone conflict PRV will need to be installed by the developer at the N Heritage Ave water connection. 2. Vegetation: There are some existing trees on the subject properties that should either be preserved or mitigated for. 3. Floodplain: N/A 4. Canals/Ditches/Irrigation: There are irrigation ditches on the subject property which are proposed for tiling. 5. Hazards: Staff is not aware of any hazards associated with this property. 6. Size of Property: 21.8 acres 7. Gross Density: 5.8 units per acre £ Landscaping (see Analysis below for more details): 1. Width of street buffer(s): A twenty-five foot wide landscape buffer is required on N. Locust Grove Road and E. Ustick Road. Both roadways are designated arterial roadways. 2. Width of buffer(s) between land uses: N/A 3. Percentage of site as open space: The applicant states that 13.11% (2.86 acres) of the site is being set aside for common open space. 4. Other landscaping standards: Landscaping adjacent to micro-paths should comply with UDC 11-3B-12. g. Amenities: For multi-family developments with more than 100 units, the decision making body shall require additional amenities. commensurate to the size of the development (UDC 11-4-3.27D-2d). There are 122 units proposed in this development. As a reference for multi-family developments with 75 units or more, 4 amenities are required, with at least one from each category (Quality of Life, Open Space, and Recreation). The club house portion of the development will provide amenities as follows: 5,240 square-feet with exercise facilities, stadium seating theater, a community kitchen, swimming pool and water feature. Other amenities on site include: walking path throughout the development, open grassy areas with sitting areas, a putting green, a tennis court, a community rose garden, plaza area and a pavilion with tables and barbeques. See Analysis below for more information regarding amenities. h. Off-Street Parking: UDC 11-3C-6 requires multi-family dwellings with more than 1 bedroom to have 2 parking spaces per dwelling unit in a covered carport or garage. The applicant is proposing 2- car garages for each dwelling unit. However, the applicant has stated that the multi-family units are proposed to be platted as condominiums in the future. If the multi-family units are platted for condominiums (which the city would then classify the units as single-family), the applicant would be responsible for providing a 20' X 20' pad in front of the garages of the units. The Applicant is currently showing some visitor parking on the multi-family/condo sites. Staff is not supportive of the shared drive aisles and parking pads for the units located along the perimeter of the project. Staff believes that the parking pads in front of the garages should either be 20' x 20'with a 25' wide drive aisle/back-up area, for a total or 65-feet in length to accommodate vehicular Chalet Marseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 5 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 maneuverability OR the garages should be pulled closer together to be 5' in length or less to the drive aisle. If the pads are constructed as proposed (50' between garages) in front of some of the garages then cars will be tempted to park in front of the garages, thus blocking the drive aisles and not providing adequate back-up area. See below for further analysis. i. Conditional Use Information: 1. Non-residential square footage: 5,240 square feet (Community Clubhouse) 2. Proposed building height: approximately 30 feet 3. Percentage of site devoted to building coverage: 25% 4. Percentage of site devoted to landscaping: 29% 5. Percentage of site devoted to paving: 46% 6. Percentage of site devoted to other uses: 13..11 % useable common open space 7. Number of residential units: 122 j. Required Dimensional Standards: The applicant is proposing amulti-family development within an R-15 zoning. district. Typically the UDC requires a minimum 10-foot setback to the perimeter unless a greater setback is required by the UDC. In this case, the rear setback for the R-15 zoning district is greater than the 10-foot requirement (12-feet). The minimum interior setbacks between buildings should be 10 feet. k. Summary of Proposed Streets and/or Access (private, public, common drive, etc.): The applicant is proposing eight private streets and three public streets that will provide access and circulation within the proposed development. Primary access to the site is proposed from N. Locust Grove to/from E. Monet Street. Heritage View Avenue will be extended from the north to provide access and connectivity to the existing residential subdivision (Quenzer Commons No. 6). Heritage Avenue and N. Chardin Avenue, both public roadways, will stub to the southwest for future connectivity to adjacent properties. The applicant should also provide a public turnaround easement where N. Chardin Avenue and E. Vernet Lane intersect. 7. AGENCY COMMENTS MEETING On December 28, 2007, staff held an agency comients meeting. The agencies and departments present included: Meridian Fire Department, Parks Department and Public Works Department. Staff has included ali comments and recommended actions as Conditions of Approval in Exhibit B. 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 three to eight dwelling units per acre (see Page 99 of the Comprehensive Plan). The proposed project includes 122 units on 21.8 acres for a gross density of 5.59 dwelling units/acre. The proposed density lies within the anticipated density of the Comprehensive Plan for this area. Staff finds the following Comprehensive Plan policies to be applicable to this property and apply to the proposed development (staff analysis in italics below policy): • Require that development projects have planned for the provision of all public services. (Chapter VII, Goal III, Objective A, Action 1) Chalet Marseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 6 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 • The roadways adjacent to the subject lands are currently owned and maintained by the Ada County Highway District (ACHD). 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. The subject lands currently lie within the City's urban service planning area and is serviced by Meridian City Fire Department. This service will not change. • The subject lands currently lie within the jurisdiction the Meridian Police Department (MPD). This service will not change. • The subject site can be serviced by the City of Meridian's sanitary sewer and water system. 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 IV, Objective C, Action 1: Protect existing residential properties from incompatible land use development on adjacent parcels. Both the Comprehensive Plan and the Zoning Map envision the adjacent properties in this area of Meridian to develop with residential land uses. Staff believes the proposed development to be harmonious with the existing and future residential developments in the area. • Chapter VII, Goal IV, Objective D, Action 5: Require appropriate landscape and buffers along transportation corridor (setback, vegetation, low walls, berms, etc.). The applicant is required to install and maintain a 25 foot landscape buffer adjacent to both N. Locust Grove Road and E. Ustick Road. Within the required buffer the applicant is proposing a berm. • Chapter VI, Goal II, Objective A, Action 3: Consider "Accommodating Bicycle and Pedestrian Travel: A Recommended Approach".from the National Center for Bicycling and 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 generally comply with the applicable policies listed in the literature noted above. • Chapter VI, Goal II, Objective A, Action 6: Require street connections between subdivisions at regular intervals to enhance connectivity and better traffic flow. The adjacent residential projects to the southwest and north have provided opportunities for the subject site to provide vehicular connectivity. The applicant is proposing to extend the existing public streets to make connections for vehicular and pedestrian connectivity. Further, the applicant is proposing to construct anorth-south public street, Chardin Avenue, along the west property line so that that vacant parcel can efficiently develop and connect to the subject site in the future. Staff is generally supportive of the vehicular connectivity proposed. 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 Chalet Marseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 7 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 community pathway system. The adjacent Quenzer Commons project to the north has provided an opportunity for a pedestrian connection to this property. The applicant is providing pedestrian connectivity internally as well as to the Quenzer Commons Subdivision No. 6 to the north. The applicant is also provided future pedestrian connectivity to the parcel west and south of the site. • Chapter VII, Goal IV, Objective C, Action 6: Require pedestrian access in all new development to link subdivisions together and promote neighborhood connectivity. See analysis above. • 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 construction of any buildings, temporary fencing should be constructed around the perimeter of this site. 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. UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE a. Schedule of Use Control: Unified Development Code (UDC) 11-2A-21ists multi-family developments as a conditional use in the R-15 zoning district. Specific Use Standards (UDC 11-4-3-27) apply to multi-family developments; please see Section 10, Analysis below for more information. b. Purpose Statement of the Residential Districts: 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. Multifamily Development (UDC 11-4-3.27): The following standards shall apply for the multifamily units, including standards for Site Design, Common Open Space, Site Amenities, Architectural Character, Landscaping, and Maintenance. Site design (UDC 11-4-3.27B): The building shall provide a minimum setback often feet unless a greater setback is otherwise required by this title. Building setbacks shall take into account windows, entrances, porches and patios and how they impact adjacent properties. All site service areas, outdoor storage areas, waste storage, disposal facilities, and transformer and utility vaults shall be located in an area not visible from a public street, or shall be fully screened from view from the public street. A minimum of 80 square feet of private, usable open space shall be provided for each unit. This requirement can be satisfied through porches, patios, decks, and/or enclosed yards. Landscaping, entryway and other access ways shall not count toward this requirement. For the purposes of this Section, vehicular circulation areas, parking areas and private useable open space shall not be considered common open space. The parking shall meet the requirements set forth in Chapter 3 of this Title. Chalet Marseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 8 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR TH'E HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 Developments with 20 units or more shall provide the following: a property management office, a maintenance storage area, a central mailbox location, a directory and map of the development at an entrance or convenient location for those entering the development. Common open space design requirements (UDC 11-4-3.27C): A minimum area of outdoor common open space shall be provided as follows: a) 150 square feet for each unit containing 500 or less square feet of living area; b) 250 square feet for each unit containing more than 500 square feet and up to 1,200 square feet of living area; and c) 350 square feet for each unit containing more than 1,200 square feet of living area. Common open space areas shall not be adjacent to collector or arterial streets unless separated from the street by a constructed bamer at least 4 feet in height. Site development amenities (UDC 11-4-3.27D): All multifamily developments shall provide for quality of life, open space and recreation amenities to met the particular needs of the residents as follows: a) Quality of Life (clubhouse, fitness facility, enclosed bike storage, and public are such as a statue); b) Open Space (open grassy area of at least 50 by 100 feet in size, community garden, ponds or water features, and plazas); and c) Recreation (pool, walking trails, children's play structures, and sports courts). The number of amenities shall depend on the size of the multifamily development as follows: For multifamily developments with 75 units or more, 4 amenities shall be provided, with at least 1 from each category. For multifamily developments with more than 100 units, the decision-making body shall require additional amenities commensurate to the size of the proposed development. Architectural Character (UDC 11-4-3.27E): All building elevations shall have a minimum portion of the elevation devoted to architectural features designed to provide articulation and variety. These features shall include, but are not limited to windows, bays and offsetting walls that extend at least two feet; recessed entrances; and changes in material types. Changes in material types shall have a minimum dimension of two feet and minimum area of 25 square feet. Main entrances, which are the primary point(s) of entry where the majority of building users will enter and leave, shall be designed as an obvious entrance and focal point of the building through architectural treatment, lighting, and address identification. Entrances shall be adequately covered, recessed, or treated with a permanent architectural feature in such a way that weather protection is provided. Roof forms shall be distinctive and include variety and detail when viewed from the street. Sloped roofs shall have a significant pitch. Flat roofs should include distinctive cornice treatments. Exterior building materials and finishes shall convey an impression of permanence and durability. Materials such as masonry, stone, stucco, wood, terra cotta, and the are encouraged. Windows are required to allow views to exterior activity areas or vistas. Windows shall be provided on any building facing any common area used for children's recreation. Chalet Marseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 9 CITY OF MERFDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 All roof and wall-mounted mechanical, electrical, communications, and service equipment should be screened from public view from the adjacent public streets and properties by the use of parapets, walls, fences, enclosures, or by other suitable means. Landscaping (UDC 11-4-3.27F): Development shall meet the minimum landscaping requirements in accord with Chapter 3 of this Title. All street-facing elevations shall have landscaping along their foundation. The foundation landscaping shall meet the following minimum standards: The landscaped area shall be at least three feet wide; for every three lineal feet of foundation, an evergreen shrub having a minimum mature height of twenty- four inches shall be planted; and groundcover plants shall be planted in the remainder of the landscaped area. Maintenance and Ownership (UDC 11-4-3.27G): All multifamily developments shall record legally binding documents that state the maintenance and ownership responsibilities for the management of the development, including but not limited to structures, parking, common areas, and other development features. Outdoor storage/refuse areas (UDC 11-3A-12): Outdoor utility meters, HVAC equipment, trash dumpsters, trash compaction and other service functions shall be incorporated into the overall design of buildings and landscaping so that the visual and acoustic impacts of these functions are fully contained and out of view from adjacent properties and public streets. 10. ANALYSIS a. Analysis of Facts Leading to Staff Recommendation: AZ Application: The applicant is proposing an R-15 zoning designation, which is generally consistent with the Medium Density Residential Map designation for this site. Approval of the subject annexation and zoning request would allow the Applicant to obtain aMedium-High Zoning Designation for the subject property. According to UDC 11-2A-2 amulti-family development is a conditional use in an R- 15 zoning district. For concurrent review, the applicant has submitted a preliminary plat, a conceptual development plan and building elevations showing how this site may develop as an active adult community totaling 122 condominium units. Based on the policies and goals contained in the Comprehensive Plan and the proposed Future Land Use Map designation of Medium Density Residential for this property, Staff believes that the requested R-15 zoning district is appropriate for this property. Please see Exhibit D for a detailed analysis of the required facts and fmdngs for an annexation. The annexation and zoning legal description prepared by Ronald M. Hodge, PLS, dated September 4, 2007 and submitted with the application, is accurate and meets the requirements of the City of Meridian and State Tax Commission. Development Agreement (DA): UDC 11-SB-3D2 provides the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council with the authority to require a property owner to enter into a DA with the City of Meridian that may require some written commitment for all future uses. The applicant has provided staff with a CUP for amulti-family development on this site. Because the UDC has an extensive list of multi- family standards (listed in section 9 above) of which Staff will hold the applicant strict Chalet Mazseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 10 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR TH£ HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 conformance to; Staff believes that a DA is not necessary in this instance. If the Commission or Council believe that a DA is necessary to ensure that this property is developed in a fashion that is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and does not negatively impact nearby properties, Staff recommends a clear outline of the commitments of the developer be made. PP Application: Based on the policies and goals contained in the Comprehensive Plan and the general compliance of the proposal with the Unified Development Code, Staff believes that this is a good location for the proposed multi-family development. Please see below and Exhibit D for detailed analysis and facts and findings for a preliminary plat. Dimensional Requirements of the R-15 zone per iJDC Table 11-2A-7: The applicant is proposing three residential lots and one common lot within an R-15 zoning district. The UDC requires a minimum lot size of 2,400 square feet. The proposed lots comply with the R-15 zoning district dimensional standards. Landscaping: Locust Grove Road and Ustick Road are designated as arterial roadways. A 25-foot wide landscape buffer is required adjacent to arterials (UDC Table 11-2'B-3). The submitted landscape shows a 25-foot bermed landscape buffer along both roadways and complies with the UDC. The UDC requires a 10-foot wide landscape buffer along locaUcommercial streets; however, this standard does not apply to residential developments. On the submitted landscape the applicant has indicated the main public streets (N. Heritage View Avenue and E. Monet Street) within the development will be lined with trees and sod. Staff is supportive of this proposal as it adds to the attractiveness of the project. The applicant is also proposing to construct an internal pathway system for recreational use. The submitted landscape plans do not show the trees and groundcover required by UDC 11-3B-12. Pathways should also be constructed in accordance with UDC 11-3A-8. Staff believes the applicant should provide a revised copy of the landscape plan demonstrating compliance with the UDC 11-3B-12 and the other landscape requirements mentioned herein. Ten copies should be made available to Staff prior to the City Council hearing. UDC 11-3B-8C requires a minimum of 5 foot perimeter landscape buffer along lot lines that are adjacent to the shared driveways. Said buffers shall be improved with trees and groundcover. The submitted landscape plan shows a shared driveway south of N. Chardin Avenue that does not provide the required 5 feet of landscaping. The applicant should provide a 5-foot landscape buffer with trees and groundcover along said driveway. There are some existing trees on this site. The applicant states some are to remain and be protected during construction and others are to be removed. Any existing on-site 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 and protection plan with Elroy Huff at the Meridian Parks Department. A written certificate of completion should be prepared by the landscape architect, designer, or qualified nurseryman responsible for the landscape plan and submitted to the Planning Department upon completion of the landscaping prior to Certificate of Occupancy for the site. All standards of installation should apply as listed in UDC 11-3B-14. Common Areas/Open Space: UDC 11-3G-1 requires the applicant to provide a certain amount of common open space and site amenities in residential districts. This section of the code is applicable to parcels 5 acres or larger in size. The subject property totals approximately 22 acres which requires the site provide a minimum of 10% open space. In addition to the open space requirement certain amenities Chalet Marseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 11 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 shall be provided on the site. Qualifying amenities include 5,000 square feet of grassy area, water features, plaza, clubhouse, picnic area, pool, walking paths and fitness facilities just to name a few. The proposed project is providing approximately 13% common open space on the site with the following qualifying amenities: club house, pool, walking path, plaza, community garden, water feature, fitness facility, picnic area, putting green and tennis courts. Staff believes the applicant has done an excellent job providing open space and amenities on this site. Also in accordance with the UDC, maintenance of all common areas shall be the responsibility of the Chalet Marseilles Homeowners Association. Drainage: Seepage beds for storrnwater drainage are shown on Lot 1, Block 2. No trees shall be planted over the seepage beds. All storm drainage facilities shall comply with the standards listed in UDC 11- 3B-11, Stormwater Integration. NOTE: Applicant shall be aware that infiltration ponds for ACHD public streets require exposed filter sand. This sand area does not count toward the City of Meridian's open space requirements. Other provisions to meet vegetated open space requirements must be made when ACRD pond designs incorporate exposed filter sand. Proposed Streets and/or Access: Primary access to the site will be via N. Locust Grove to/from E. Monet Street. It is important to note the proposed alignment of said roadway is not adjacent to the roadway (E. Summerheights Drive) east of the site. Staff has received written comments from ACRD supporting the alignment of the proposed streets. Furthermore, there is an existing LDS church site directly to the north. This site has a full access driveway approximately 30 feet north of the proposed public street. If the church were to request annexation into the city, Staff would probably condition that the church's full access driveway be vacated. Therefore, Staff is supportive of the applicant's proposal to construct E. Monet .Street along the north property line. This way the church can take access from Monet Street and not Locust Grove Road in the future. In addition, N. Heritage View Avenue will be extended from the north to provide access and connectivity to the residential subdivision (Quenzer Commons No. 6). N. Heritage Avenue and N. Chardin Avenue, both public roadways, will stub to the southwest for future connectivity to adjacent properties. There is an existing 8-foot wide strip between Wanda's Meadows and the subject site. The applicant has stubbed N. Heritage View Avenue to the south, in alignment with Yellow Peak Avenue, so the properties will be interconnected when the Whitson (spite strip) property develops in the future. The same Whitson property lies west of the subject site, east of Wanda's Meadow. The applicant is proposing to construct anorth-south public street along the east side of the Whitson property so it can effectively develop in the future. Staff is supportive of the public street design for Chardin Avenue. The applicant should provide a public turnaround easement where N. Chardin Avenue and E. Verret Lane intersect. If these changes are made, Staff is supportive of the proposed access for this development. Along with public streets within the development, the applicant is proposing eight private streets that will provide access and circulation within the proposed development. The private street requirements will be further explained in the Private Street section below. Ditches, Laterals, and Canals: There are several irrigation ditches that run through/along this property. The submitted site plan indicates the ditches are be tiled. 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. 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, 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. 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. Chalet Marseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 12 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 Existing Structures: The site currently contains an existing single family home with associated outbuildings. The submitted plans indicate all existing buildings are to be removed to make way for the proposed multi-family development. Prior to the City Engineer's signature of the final plat, all existing buildings on this site shall be removed. Fencing: The submitted landscaping plan shows a decorative concrete wall proposed for the development; however, perimeter fencing is not shown on the preliminary plat. The applicant should state at the public hearing if perimeter fencing is proposed for the site. At a minimum, temporary construction fencing should be installed prior to issuance of building permits for the subdivision. Fencing should taper down to a 3 foot maximum within 20 feet of all rights-of--way. All fencing shall be installed in accordance with UDC 11-3A-7. CUP Application: The applicant has submitted for CUP approval of 122 units and club house in a proposed R-15 zone. As mentioned above, Staff feels a Development Agreement is not warranted for this site because staff is including all conditions of the multi-family development within the CUP conditions. The site is to consist of no more than 122 multi-family units with a club house. Furthermore, the applicant should submit for a condo plat for the subject project in the future, as proposed. Multi-family Standards: The UDC has several specific standards that apply to multi-family developments (See Section 9 above for a complete list.) These standards apply to Site Design, Common Open Space, Site Amenities, Architectural Character, Landscaping, and Maintenance. Below are some of the multi-family and general design standards that the applicant should be required to comply with. Site Design: UDC 1-4-3.27B requires developments with 20 units or more provide the following: a property management office, a maintenance storage area, a central mailbox location, a directory and map of the development at an entrance or convenient location for those entering the development. The referenced requirements above are for multi-family developments. The applicant intends to condo the 122 units; if the subject applications are approved (which the city would then classify the units as single-family). Therefore, Staff believes the requirements for the property management office and a maintenance storage area is not warranted. In addition, the applicant states the Home Owner's are to maintain the proposed develop thru CCR's that will govern the development. However, Staff feels with the amount of units proposed, the site should include centralized mail box locations throughout the development and provide a directory and site map located at the entrance of the development. The applicant should include these revisions on the site plan prior to commission review as well. Multi-family Setbacks: The applicant is proposing amulti-family development within an R-15 zoning district. Typically the UDC requires a minimum 10-foot setback to the perimeter unless a greater setback is required by the UDC. In this case, the rear setback for the R-15 zoning district is greater than the 10-foot requirement (12 feet). The minimum interior setbacks between buildings should be 10 feet. The submitted site plan shows the structures comply with the 12-foot perimeter setback. However, some of the internal buildings are between 9 and 10. Staff believes the applicant should comply with the 10- foot requirement between the buildings. Site Plan: The applicant is proposing several different structures on this site. The site is expected to develop with 40 buildings, including the club house. The mix of buildings includes 2 single detached buildings, 14 bi-unit buildings and 23 quad unit buildings, totaling 122 units. The two building footprints for the subject site include a large floor plan totaling 66 units and the other is a small floor plan which totals 56 units. The site is expected to develop with the 8 smaller bi-unit buildings and 10 smaller quad-unit buildings located primarily internal to the development. The larger-unit buildings are located along the perimeter of the development and consist of 2 single unit buildings, 6 bi-unit buildings, and 13 quad-unit buildings. All of the units have attached two car garages with a parking pad in front of each unit. Staff is not supportive of the shared drive aisles and parking pads for the units located along the perimeter of the project and the one quad unit building located on Lot 1, Block 2. Staff believes Chalet Marseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 13 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 that the parking pads in front of the garages should be 20' x 20'and provide a 25-foot drive aisle (65' length total) to accommodate vehicular maneuverability or shorten the parking pad to 5' in length or less to discourage parking in front of the garages (35' length total). If the pads are constructed as proposed (50' length between garages) in front of some of the garages then cars will be tempted to parkin front of the garages, thus blocking the drive aisles. NOTE: All of the internal units comply with this parking and drive aisle/back-up requirement. Staff has determined the amount of units unable to conform to the above mentioned requirement at 60 units. Staff believes the applicant could revise the site plan to have some of the buildings comply with the above mentioned requirement. Staff realizes that all of the units may not be able to comply and suggests the applicant reconfigure the site plan to have at least 75% (92 units) comply with the single family parking requirements. The other additional parking for the 30 units without parking pads (5-foot) would be on the private streets as proposed. Staff would suggest the applicant request continuance to allow time to review the revised site plan. Staff believes this a significant change to the site plan and advises the applicant submit 10 revised copies of the site plan prior to the Commission hearing. Parking: UDC 11-3C-6A requires multi-family dwellings 2 or more bedrooms to have atwo-car covered carport or garage for each unit. The submitted site layout proposes two car garages for each of the multi-family units. If the multi-family developments are platted for condominiums in the future, the applicant would not comply with the single family parking standards of the UDC. The applicant would have to comply with this requirement to gain approval for a condo plat. If the applicant revises the site plan as Staff has suggested above, staff is supportive of the parking within the proposed development. The proposed parking spaces for the multi-family development should conform to the dimensional requirements of the UDC. The submitted site plan shows the visitor parking stalls meet the standard parking stalls of the UDC. Elevations: The .applicant has submitted building elevations for all of proposed buildings including the club house. There are four types of elevations proposed, two for each of the larger footprint buildings and two for the small footprint buildings. Both of the product types are shown to be constructed of stucco with substantial stone accents, architectural roofing shingles, covered entrances and tall entry doors. Some of the other accenting features include copper metal roofing on the eaves of the proposed smaller units and the chimneys of both the larger and smaller units; arched windows board and batten and shake shingle siding accenting the front facades of the larger units. The club house is proposed to be constructed of board and batten and shake siding with accented stone front facade highlighted by an entryway rotunda. Majority of the windows are arched and accented with shutters. Staff likes the appearance of the proposed buildings and any future buildings shall substantially comply with the construction materials and design elements shown in these elevations. Furthermore, Staff believes no more than two buildings in a row (side by side) should have the same elevation typology. UDC 11-4.3 requires multi-farruly structures to comply with specific design standards. Exterior building materials and finishes should convey an impression of permanence and durability. Materials such as masonry, stone, stucco, wood, terra cotta, and the are encouraged. Staff believes that the elevations submitted with the CUP significantly meet the requirements of the design standards listed in UDC 11- 3A-19. Density: As noted on the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map, this area is designated Medium Density Residential. This designation anticipates densities between 3 to 8 dwelling units to the acre in this area. The applicant is proposing a density of 5.59 dwelling units to the acre. The applicant complies with the density allowed in an R-15 zone and the Comprehensive Plan. Staff is supportive of the proposed density. Chalet Marseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 14 CITY OF MER}DIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE H£AR(NG DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 Landscaping: Per UDC 11-4-3.27.F, all street-facing elevations shall have landscaping along their foundation. The foundation landscaping shall meet the following minimum standards: The landscaped area shall be at least three feet wide; for every three lineal feet of foundation, an evergreen shrub having a minimum mature height of twenty-four inches shall be planted; and groundcover plants shall be planted in the remainder of the landscaped area. The submitted landscape plans do not reflect the foundation planting requirements referenced above. Staff believes the applicant should provide a revised copy of the landscape plan demonstrating compliance with the multi-family development requirements. Ten copies should be made available to Staff 10 days prior to the City Council hearing. Pedestrian Pathways: The adjacent project to the north (Quenzer Commons Subdivision No. 6) has provided an opportunity for a pedestrian connection with this property via 5-foot attached sidewalks along N. Heritage View Avenue. As mentioned earlier there is an existing 8-foot wide spite strip/flag associated with the Whitson parcel to the southwest. Yellow Peak Avenue is stubbed to this spite strip from Wanda's Meadow. Because of that strip the applicant is not able to connect the roadway or sidewalk to the southern development. However, the applicant has stubbed a street and sidewalk to the Whitson property for future connectivity. Furthermore, Staff is recommending the applicant re- locate the proposed sidewalk along the northern side of E. Monet Lane to the south side of said street to provide better pedestrian connectivity between the developments, when the Whitson property is developed. Private Useable Open Space: UDC 11-4-3.27B requires a minimum of 80 square feet of private, usable open space shall be provided for each unit. This requirement can be satisfied through porches, patios, decks, and/or enclosed yards. Landscaping, entryway and other access ways shall not count toward this requirement. The applicant has shown, on the floor plans, that each dwelling unit will provide at least 80 square feet of covered patio on both the larger footprints and the smaller footprints. This patio is being provided on the side of each unit. Staff is supportive of the location of covered patios. Amenities: The applicant is required to provide amenities for the multi-family development. For multi-family developments with more than 100 units, the decision making body shall require amenities commensurate to the size of the development (UDC 11-4-3.27D-2d). As a reference, the UDC requires multi-family developments containing 75 units or more to provide 4 amenities, with at least one from each category (Quality of Life, Open Space, and Recreation). The applicant is providing amenities as follows: 5,240 square-foot community club house with a fitness facility, stadium seating theater, a gathering area with acommercial-grade kitchen (Quality of Life) and swimming pool (Recreation). The entrance to the club house will be accented with a courtyard and water feature (Open Space). Other amenities include a walking trail around the perimeter of the property (Recreation), covered pavilion with barbeques (Quality of Life), tennis courts (Recreation), putting green (Recreation), a community rose garden, a plaza area and open grassy areas with sitting areas (Open Space). Staff believes the applicant has done a great job providing amenities within the proposed development. Furthermore, Staff recommends that the Commission determine if the proposed amenities are appropriate for a development of this size. Open Space: UDC 11-4-3.27C requires a minimum area of outdoor common open space shall be provided as follows: a) 150 square feet for each unit containing 500 or less square feet of living area; b) 250 square feet for each unit containing more than 500 square feet and up to 1,200 square feet of living area; and c) 350 square feet for each unit containing more than 1,200 square feet of living area. Common open space areas shall not be adjacent to collector or arterial streets unless separated from the street by a constructed barrier at least 4 feet in height. The units for the proposed multi-family developments range in size from 1,200 square foot units to 1,900 square foot units. The UDC requires 350 square feet for each unit containing more than 1,200 Chalet Marseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 15 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR TH£ HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 square feet of living area. The multi-family developments are proposing a total of 122 units. The minimum amount of open space required per code for all of the proposed multi-family development is 42,700 sq. ft (122 X 350 sq. ft). The applicant states that 6.69% (63,513 sq. ft.) of the site is being set aside for common usable open space. Maintenance of all common areas should be the responsibility of the Home Owners' Association(s). Staff believes that the open space proposed complies with the UDC. Refuse Areas: The Sanitary Services Company (SSC) has not commented on the proposed dumpster locations or design. The applicant should contact SSC for further comment on enclosure design and location prior to submitting for a CZC. PS (Private Street) Application: In conjunction with the public streets, the applicant is proposing to construct eight private streets to provide access and circulation within this development. The UDC requires private streets to be constructed within an easement and have a travel lane width of 24' or 26' with no allowed parking as determined by the Fire Marshal. The proposed private streets are all internal to the development and are to be constructed as a 36-foot street section that includes a 5-foot wide sidewalk on one side, a 2 foot rolled curb, 2 10-foot wide travel lanes, an 8 foot parking area, and a 1 foot ribbon curb. The applicant has submitted a Private Street application as required by UDC 11-3F-3 and received Fire Department approval for the proposed street section. Staff is supportive of the applicants request and has provided further analysis in the Alternative Compliance section below. ALT (Alternative Compliance) Application: The specific request for alternative compliance is associated with the width of the travel lanes and the parking on private streets. The UDC requires the travel lanes of Private Streets to be a minimum of 24 feet with no on street parking. The applicant is proposing 20-foot travel lanes with an 8-foot parking lane. The applicant states that this private street is identical to ACHD's reduced 29-foot street section. The applicant has also contacted the Meridian Fire Department and received Fire Department approval for the proposed street section. Staff believes the proposed design would not create a safety hazard and allows some visitor parking within the development. In Lieu of the Private Street Standards, staff supports and approves ALT-07-020 associated with the findings in Exhibit D. Staff is recommending that the applicant submitted a revised site plan for the proposed Chalet Marseilles development (AZ-07-020, PP-07-027, CUP-07-023, PS-07-008, & ALT-07-020). If the Commission finds that the revised plans are acceptable and wishes to forward on a recommendation of approval to the Council, staff has included conditions listed in Exhibit.B of the Staff Report. The Meridian Planning & Zoning Commission heard these items on January 17,.2008 and February 7,.2008. At the public .hearing the Commission moved to recommend approval of the subiect AZ, PP and CUP request. 11. EXHIBITS A. Drawings 1. Vicinity Map 2. Preliminary Plat (dated: 12-14-07) 3. Landscape Plan (dated: 12-14-07) 4. Site Plan (dated: 12-14-07) irn°r nn~nn~~~r~ 5. Elevations B. Conditions of Approval 1. Planning Department 2. Public Works Department 3. Fire Department Chalet Marseilles AZ, PP, CUP, PS & ALT PAGE 16 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 4. Police Department 5. Parks Department 6. Sanitary Service Company 7. Ada County Highway District C. Legal Descriptions & Exhibit Maps D. 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Elevations (Club House) CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 B. Conditions of Approval 1. PLANNING 1.1 ANNEXATION/ZONING 1.1.1 The annexation and zoning legal descriptions submitted with the application (stamped on September 4, 2007 by Ronald M. Hodge, PLS) is accurate and meet the requirements of the City of Meridian. 1.2 PRELIMINARY PLAT 1.2 Site Specific Conditions 1.2.1 The 4-lot preliminary plat prepared by J-U-B Engineers, dated October, 2007 (attached in Exhibit A), is approved, with the conditions listed herein. 1.2.2 Except for the full-access public streets into the development (one to N. Locust Grove Road), direct lot access to Ustick Road and Locust Grove Road is prohibited. N. Heritage View Avenue shall be stubbed to the south as proposed and N. Chardin Avenue shall be constructed as a 40-foot street section and .stubbed to the west when the Whitson property is developed. E. Monet Street shall be constructed along the north boundary (south boundary of the church) to provide access for future connectivity to the LDS Church site. 1.2.3 Prior to the City Engineer's signature on the final plat, all existing structures shall be removed. 1.2.4 The landscape plan prepared by Breckon Land Design, dated 12-14-07, labeled Sheets L 1.1-1.3 (attached in Exhibit A), is approved with the following notes/changes: • Provide a minimum 25-foot wide bermed landscape buffer along Locust Grove Road and Ustick Road, with meandering detached 5-foot sidewalk, as proposed. All landscape materials shall be installed in accordance with UDC 11-3B-9, Landscape Street Buffers. • Provide a minimum 5-foot landscape strip with trees and sod along both sides of E. Monet Street and N. Heritage View Avenue, as proposed. • Per UDC 11-3B-10, the Applicant shall work with the City Arborist, Elroy Huff, on designing, adopting, and implementing a protection and mitigation plan for the existing trees on site. Provide a copy of the plan to the Planning Department with the final plat submittal. • The applicant shall construct and install the pathway in accordance with UDC 11-3A-8 and UDC 11-3B-12. • Prnvir~a c F ~« i.,.~~ .,a: ..« «„ «t.e ..i.,, oa ar e . i,. « a i «i. •a ~" "~ e ~ s~~~a~ $G • • A written certificate of completion should be prepared by the landscape architect, designer, or qualified nurseryman responsible for the landscape plan. All standards of installation should apply as listed in UDC 11-3B-14. Submit revised landscape plans to the Planning Department with the submittal of the final plat application. 1.2.5 The City of Meridian requires that pressurized irrigation systems be supplied by a year-round source of water. If a creek or well source is not available, asingle-point connection to the domestic water system shall be required. If a single-point connection is utilized, the developer shall be responsible for the payment of assessments for the irngable landscape areas prior to signature on the final plat by the Meridian City Engineer. Exhibit B CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 1.2.6 Per UDC 11-3A-6 all irrigation ditches, laterals or canals, that intersect, cross or lie within the area being subdivided shall be tiled. 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 construction plan approval. If lateral users association approval can not be obtained, alternate plans will be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer. 1.2.7 All development improvements including water, sewer, fencing, landscaping, amenities and pressurized irrigation shall be installed and approved prior to City's Engineers signature on the final plat. 1.2.8 A letter of credit or cash surety in the amount of 110% will be required for all required fencing, pressurized irrigation, landscaping, sanitary sewer, water, etc., prior to signature of the final plat. 1.2.9 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 per Resolution 02- 374. 1.2.10 Maintenance of all common areas shall be the responsibility of the developer or assigns. Record legally binding documents that state the maintenance and ownership responsibilities for the management of the development, including but not limited to structures, parking, common areas, private streets, and other development features. 1.2.11 Applicant shall be aware that infiltration ponds for ACRD public streets require exposed filter sand. This sand area does not count toward the City of Meridian's open space requirements. Other provisions to meet vegetated open space requirements must be made when ACRD pond designs incorporate exposed filter sand. 1.2.12 The applicant shall work with staff and the LDS Church for an appropriate location for future access along E Monet Street to determine future connectivity if/when the LDS Church request annexation into the City. 1.2.13 Construct the decorative block wall as proposed If the LDS Church does not allow the applicant to construct the decorative block wall along the northern boundary of E. Monet Street, then said wall shall not be required. 1.3 GENERAL CONDITIONS 1.3.1 Sidewalks/walkways shall be installed within the subdivision and along the adjacent streets pursuant to UDC 11-3A-17. 1.3.2 The Applicant shall comply with the outdoor lighting standards shown in UDC 11-3A-11. 1.3.3 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. 1.3.4 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. 1.3.5 Staff s failure to cite specific ordinance provisions or terms of the approved annexation or preliminary plat does not relieve the Applicant of responsibility for compliance. 1.3.6 Preliminary plat approval shall be subject to the expiration provisions set forth in UDC 11-6B-7. Exhibit B CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 1.3.7 The applicant shall comply with the dimensional standards of the R-15 zoning district; provide a minimum 12' perimeter setback. 1.4 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 1.4.1 The site plan, prepared by J-U-B Engineers, Inc., dated 12-14-07, is ~ approved. ~_^°~a^ ^ -^~T°^`' > ~ ~ .All comments and conditions of the accompanying Annexation (AZ-07-020) and Preliminary Plat (PP-07-027) applications shall also be considered conditions of the Conditional Use Permit (CUP-07-023). 1.4.2 The applicant shall construct a maximum of ~ 120 units. All buildings shall be condoed, as proposed. 1.4.3 No more than two buildings in a row (side by side) shall have the same elevation. 1.4.4 The landscape plan prepared by Breckon Land Design., dated 12-14-07, is approved with the following modifications/notes: • Per UDC 11-4-3-27, all street facing elevations shall have landscaping along the foundation for the multi-family units as follows: - The landscaped area shall be at least 3-feet wide; - For every 3 linear feet of foundation, an evergreen shrub having a minimum mature height of 24 inches shall be planted; and - Ground cover plants shall be planted in the remainder of the landscaped area. 1.4.5 Provide private streets and private street signs within the multi-family development. Said private streets shall be constructed as approved with PS-07-008 and ALT-07-020 (see 1.5 below) in lieu o£ Provide a public turnaround and turnaround easement where the N. Chardin Avenue and E. Vernet Lane intersect. 1.4.6 1.4.7 Provide at least 80 square feet of private, useable open space, such as a patio or balcony/deck, for each multi-family dwelling unit, as proposed on the floor plans. 1.4.8 Provide amenities as follows: a minimum 63,513 sq. ft of open space, a 5,240 square-foot community club house and fitness facility (Quality of Life), pool (Recreation), 5 foot walking trails around the perimeter of the property (Recreation), a pavilion with tables and barbeques (Quality of Life), water feature, plaza area, a community rose garden, a putting green, tennis courts, oval track and open space with sitting areas (Open Space), as proposed. 1.4.9 Building setbacks, separation between proposed structures shall comply with the Building Code and Fire Code. There shall be a minimum of 10 feet between buildings. 1.4.10 As determined by the Planning Director, the multi-family buildings and clubhouse constructed on this site shall substantially comply with the renderings submitted to the City with the CUP application, and as modified by the conditions of approval herein. All roof and wall-mounted mechanical, electrical, communications, and service equipment shall be screened from public streets and properties by the use of parapets, walls, fences, enclosures, or by other suitable means. Further, all buildings shall comply with the architectural standards of UDC 11-4-3.27E. 1.4.11 No building or structure shall be erected, moved, added to or structurally altered, nor shall any building structure or land be established or change in use on this site without first obtaining a Certificate of Exhibit B CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 Zoning Compliance (CZC) permit from the Meridian Planning and Zoning Department. NOTE: Multiple multi-family buildings maybe contained in a single CZC permit. 1.4.12 Prior to CZC issuance, provide assurances that construction debris will not blow off of the property by either having a debris maintenance plan or providing temporary construction fencing. 1.4.13 Comply with all of the standards listed in UDC 11-4-3.27 regarding multi-family developments, including Site Design, Common Open Space, Site Amenities, Architectural Character, Landscaping, and Maintenance. 1.4.14 Prior to obtaining certificate(s) of occupancy, all development improvements, including perimeter fencing, irrigation, and landscaping shall be installed. 1.4.15 Staff s failure to cite specific ordinance provisions or terms of the approved annexation and conditional use does not relieve the applicant of responsibility for compliance. 1.4.16 If the buildings are to be platted as condominiums in the fixture, the applicant shall construct a 20' X 20' parking pad in front of'G0' °~'*"° ~°~~m°*°~ the units as proposed on the revised site plan. p'e~~gs 1.4.17 Provide centralized mail box locations throughout the development. ^~a ~ a~~°^*^~~ ^~a °~*° -~~~ ~« *'~° 1.4.18 Comply with all of ACHD's requirements and conditions for this project. 1.5 PRIVATE STREET/ALTERNATIVE COMPLIANCE 1.5.1 Construct N. Picasso Lane, E. Vernet Lane, N. Rousseau Lane, E. Monet Lane, N. Macisse Lane, E. Renoir Lane, E. Voltaire Lane and E. Leroux Lane as 36-foot street sections that includes a 5-foot wide sidewalk on one side, a 2 foot rolled curb, 2 10-foot wide travel lanes, an 8 foot parking area, and a 1 foot ribbon curb. 2. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 2.1 Sanitary sewer service to this development is being proposed via extension of mains in N Heritage Ave and N Locust Grove Road. The applicant shall install mains to and through this subdivision; 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 conformance of City of Meridian Public Works Departments Standard Specifications. 2.2 Water service to this site is being proposed via extension of mains in N Locust Grove Road, N Heritage Ave and N Yellow Peak Ave. The applicant shall be responsible to install a PRV at the N Heritage Ave water connection at the developer's expense, coordinate size with Kyle Radek in the engineering department at 89$-5500. The applicant shall be responsible to install water mains to and through this development, coordinate main size and routing with Public Works. 2.3 The applicant shall provide a 20-foot common lot for all public water/sewer mains outside of public right of way. The common lot shall be covered with a blanket easement to the City of Meridian. 2.4 The applicant shall provide a 20-foot easement for all public water/sewer mains outside of public right of way (include al'1 water services and hydrants). The easements shall not be dedicated via the plat. The description shall be consistent with the graphically depicted easements on the plat but be recorded as a separate document using the City of Meridian's standard forms. Submit an executed easement (on the Exhibit B CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 form available from Public Works), a legal description, 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. 2.5 The City of Meridian requires that pressurized irrigation systems be supplied by a year-round source of water (MCC 12-13-8.3). 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, 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. 2.6 All existing structures shall be removed prior to signature on the final plat by the City Engineer. 2.7 All irrigation ditches, laterals or canals, exclusive of natural waterways, intersecting, crossing or lying adjacent and contiguous to the area being subdivided shall be tiled per UDC 11-3A-6. Plans shall 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. If lateral users association approval can't be obtained, alternate plans shall be reviewed and approved by the Meridian City Engineer prior to final plat signature. 2.8 Any existing domestic well system within this project shall be removed from domestic service per City Ordinance Section 9-1-4 and 9-4-8 contact the City of Meridian Engineering Department at (208)898- 5500 for inspections of disconnection of services. Wells maybe used for non-domestic purposes such as landscape irrigation if approved by Idaho Department of Water Resources Contact Robert B. Whitney at (208)334-2190. 2.9 Any existing septic systems withiri this project shall be removed from service per City Ordinance Section 9-1-4 and 9-4-8. Contact Central District Health for abandonment procedures and inspections (208)375-5211. 2.10 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. 2.11 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. 2.12 Ali 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. 2.13 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 per Resolution 02- 374. 2.14 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. 2.15 Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with any Section 404 Permitting that may be required by the Army Corps of Engineers. 2.16 Developer shall coordinate mailbox locations with the Meridian Post Office. 2.17 All grading of the site shall be performed in conformance with MCC 11-12-3H. 2.18 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. Exhibit B CITY OF MERPDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 2.19 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. 2.20 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 ACPID. 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. 2.21 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. 2.22 One hundred watt, high-pressure sodium streetlights shall be required at locations designated by the Public Works Department. All streetlights shall be installed at subdivider's expense. Typical locations are at street intersections and/or fire hydrants. Final design locations and quantity are determined after power designs are completed by Idaho Power Company. The street light contractor shall obtain design and permit from the Public Works Department prior to commencing installations. 3. FIRE DEPARTMENT 3.1 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. 3.2 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 temporary approved turn around on streets greater than 150 feet in length with no outlet. 3.3 Private Alleys and Fire Lanes shall have a 20' wide improved surface capable of supporting an imposed load of 75,000 lbs. All roadways shall be marked in accordance with Appendix D Section D103.6 Signs. 3.4 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. 3.5 To increase emergency access to the site a minimum of two points of access will be required for any portion of the project, which serves more than 50 homes. The two entrances should be separated by no less than''/z the diagonal measurement of the full development. The applicant. shall provide a stub street to the property to the (south). 3.6 The roadways shall be built to Ada County Highway Standards cross section requirements and shall have a clear driving surface, available at all times, which is 20' wide. Streets with less than a 29' street width shall have no parking. Streets with less than 33' shall have parking only on one side. These measurements shall be based on the face of curb dimension. 3.7 All portions of the buildings located on this project must be within 150 feet 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 Exhibit B CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 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 There shall be a fire hydrant within 100' of all fire department connections. 4. POLICE DEPARTMENT 4.1 No comments received. 5. PARKS DEPARTMENT 5.1 Standard for Mitigation of trees: The standard established in the City of Meridian Landscape Ordinance (UDC 11-3B-10) 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-10) will be followed. 6. SANITARY SERVICE COMPANY 6.1 No comments received. 7. ADA COUNTY HIGHWAY DISTRICT 7.1 Site Specific Conditions of Approval 7.1.1 Dedicate 23-feet of additional right-of--way (48-feet total from centerline) along Ustick Road abutting the parcel. The right-of--way purchase and sales agreement and deed must be completed and signed by the applicant prior to scheduling the final plat for signature by the ACRD Commission or prior to issuance of a building permit, whichever comes first. Allow 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 Comdor Preservation Funds. 7.1.2 Dedicate 23-feet of additional right-of--way (48-feet total from centerline) along Locust Grove Road abutting the parcel. The right-of--way purchase and sales agreement and deed must be completed and signed by the applicant prior to scheduling the final plat for signature by the ACRD Commission or prior to issuance of a building permit, whichever comes first. Allow 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. 7.1.3 Construct a 5-foot detached concrete sidewalk along Ustick Road abutting the site no closer than 41-feet from the centerline and aligning with existing improvements to the west. If a portion of the sidewalk is located outside of the public right-of--way, the applicant shall provide the District with an easement for public access. The easement shall extend from the public right-of--way to the back of sidewalk. There shall be no gap between the sidewalk easement and the public right-of--way. 7.1.4 Construct a 5-foot detached concrete sidewalk along Locust Grove Road abutting the site no closer than 41-feet from the centerline and aligning with existing improvements to the north. If a portion of the Exhibit B CITY OF MERFDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 sidewalk is located outside of the public right-of--way, the applicant shall provide the District with an easement for public access. The easement shall extend from the public right-of--way to the back of sidewalk. There shall be no gap between the sidewalk easement and the public right-of--way. 7.1.5 Construct N. Chardin Avenue as proposed with a minimum of 24-feet of pavement, rolled curb and gutter on its east side. 7.1.6 Construct a public turnaround at the south terminus of Chardin Avenue. The turnaround shall be subject to the approval of the Meridian Fire Department. 7.1.7 Construct a 4-foot detached concrete sidewalk alog the east side of Chardin Avenue. If a portion of the sidewalk is located outside of the public right-of--way, the applicant shall provide the District with an easement for public access. The easement shall extend from the public right-of--way to the back of sidewalk. There shall be no gap between the sidewalk easement and the public right-of--way. 7.1.8 Construct Heritage View Avenue as proposed with 32-feet of pavement and rolled curb and gutter on both sides. Heritage View Avenue shall connect with the existing Heritage View Avenue stub to the north and align with the existing Yellow Peak Avenue stub to the south. 7.1.9 Install a sign at the south terminus of Heritage View Avenue stating that, "THIS ROAD WILL BE EXTENDED IlV THE FUTURE." 7.1.10 construct 4-foot detached concrete sidewaks on both sides of Heritage View Avenue and connect tem with existing sidewalk improvements to the north. If a portion of the sidewalk is located outside of the public right-of--way, the applicant shall provide the District with an easement for public access. The easement shall extend from the public right-of--way to the back of sidewalk. There shall be no gap between the sidewalk easement and the public right-of--way. 7.1.11 Construct Monet Street as proposed with 32-feet of pavement and vertical curb and gutter on both sides. Monet Street's right-of--way shall abut the north property line. 7.1.12 Construct a 5-foot attached sidewalk along the north side of Monet Street. 7.1.13 Construct a 4-foot detached concrete sidewalk along the south side of Monet Street. If a portion of the sidewalk is located outside of the public right-of--way, the applicant shall provide the District with an easement for public access. The easement shall extend from the public right-of--way to the back of sidewalk. There shall be no gap between the sidewalk easement and the public right-of--way. 7.1.14 Construct all private drives as proposed, with 15-foot curb return radii where they meet public streets. 7.1.15 Direct lot access to Ustick Road is prohibited and shall be noted on the final plat. 7.1.16 Direct lot access to Locust Grove Road is prohibited and shall be noted on the final plat. 7.1.17 Comply with all Standard Conditions of Approval. 7.2 Standard Conditions of Approval 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. Exhibit B CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR TH'E HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 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 maybe damaged during the construction of the proposed development. Contact Construction Services at 3$7-6280 (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 of the Ada County Highway District prior to District approval for occupancy. 7.2.10 Payment of applicable road impact fees are 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 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 DIGLINE (1-800-342-1585) at least two full business days prior to breaking ground within ACRD right-of--way. The applicant shall contact ACHD Traffic Operations 387-6190 in the event any ACRD conduits (spare or filled) are compromised during any phase of construction. 7.2.12 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. 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 awaiver/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. Exhibit B CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 C. Legal Descriptions and Exhibit Maps ~, iii _. __._._ ... _ _....-......,..._ .__:•.-~. ~. Project: t0-07.057 Date:. September 4, 2007 R.15 20NE DESCRIPTION That portion of the Southeast ?/< of khe Southeast'/, of Section 31, Township 4 North, Range 1 East, Boise Meridian, Meridian, Ada County, Idaho, and more particularly described as follows: Cammendng at [he Southeast corner of Section 31, the POINT OF BEGINNING; thence along the Southerly`boundary of the Southeast y. of the Southeast''/a of said section, North 89'4709" West, 662.30 feet; thence atortg the Westerly boundary of the Southeast Y, of the Southeast ~/, of the Southeast ~/, of Section 31, North 00`34'05" East, 623.50 feet; Chence North 89'46'26" West, b61.77 feet to the Westerly boundary of the Southeast y of the Southeast ~/, of Section 31; '' thence along said boundary North 00'3700" East, 706.02 feet to the Southerly boundary of Quenzer Commons Subdivision; thence along said boundary, South 89'4626" East, b61.17 feet to the Westerly boundary of the Northeast % of the Southeast'/< of the Southeast Y, of Section 31; thence along said boundary, South AO°34'05" West, 599.76 feet; ~~ thence South 89°46'45" East, 661.68 feet Lo the Easterly,boundary of the Southeast'/< of the Southeast'/, of Section 31; `+ thence along said boundary, South 00'31"t)9` West, 729:67 feet to the P01NT OF BEGINNING. ' Containing 21.810 acres, more or less. END OF DESCRIPTION Prepared by: J-U=B ENGINEERS, Inc. ;Ronald M. Hodge, P.L.S. O G f F REYIE RP YAL ~, ~~,~ 8:57 ~ ev- a s pp~ ono . ~ 4~.~ t- \~P~ ~ . ~ SEP 1 ~ ~~07 p OF V yal0 M. ~~O MERt[)IANPUBLIC ' ,WORKS DEPT. RMM/TLKahc P:UEC\10s07-057 RC Meridian\t0.07.057,Admin\Descriptions\rc meridian R•t5.doc i ~ _ Exhibit C C1TY OF MERFDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 e"~'l Exhibit C CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 /"'`; '^~ Project: 10-07-057 Date: .September 4, 2007 PLAT DESCRIPTION That portion of the Southeast Y of the Southeast'/a of Section 31, Township 4 North, Range 1 East, Boise Meridian, Meridian, Ada County,, Idaho, and more particularly described as follows: Commenting at the Southeast corner of Section 31, the POINT OF BEGINNING; thence along the Southerly boundary of the Southeast''/a of the Southea"st'/~ of said section, North 89'47'09" Wes[, 662.30 feet; thence along the Westerly boundary of 'the Southeast'/~ of the Southeast''/: of the Southeast'/ of Section 31, North 00'34'05° East, 623.50 feet; thence North 89'46'26° West, 661.77 feet to the Westerly boundary of the Southeast''/e of the Southeast Y, of Section 3Y; thence along said boundary North 00'3700' East, 706.02 feet to the Southerly boundary of Quenzer Commons Subdivision; thence along said boundary, South 89°46'26' East, 661.17 feet to the Westerly boundary of the. Northeast'/a df the Southeast'/, of the Southeast Va of Section 31; thence along said boundary, South 00°34'05` West, 599.76 feet; thence South 89°46'45° East, 661:68 feet to the Easterly boundary of the Southeast'/. of the Southeast ~/a of Section 31; thence along said' boundary, South 00`31'09' West, 729:67 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. Containing 21..8'f0 acres, more or less. END OF DESCRIPTION Prepared by; J-U•B ENGINEERS, Inc. Ronald M. Hodge, p.L,S. REYIE p VAL ~ BY ~~~ i i L~~7 ~ WORKS DEPT.IC RMH/TLKahc P:\JEGF10.07.057RG Merididn\10.07.057 Admin\Descriptians\rc meridian plat.doc Exhibit C CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNFNG DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 BEGINNING BOUNDARY EXHIBIT Exhibit C CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR TH£ HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 D. Required Findings from Unified Development Code 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: 1. The map amendment complies with the applicable provisions of the comprehensive plan; The Applicant is proposing to zone the subject property to R-15. The Commission finds that the proposed zoning map amendment will comply with the applicable provisions of the Comprehensive Plan. Please see Comprehensive Plan Policies and Goals, Section 8, of the Staff Report for more information. 2. The map amendment complies with the regulations outlined for the proposed district, specifically the purpose statement; The Commission fmds that multifamily developments are conditional uses within the R-15 zoning district. The Commission fmds that future development of this property should comply with the established regulations and purpose statement of the R-15 district. 3. The map amendment shall not be materially detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare; The Commission finds that a zoning amendment to R-15 will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare. Staff recommends that the Commission and Council rely on any oral or written testimony that may be provided when determining this finding. 4. 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 Commission finds that a zoning amendment to R-15 for this site will not result in any adverse impact upon the delivery of services by any political subdivision providing services to this site. 5. The annexation is in the best of interest of the City (iTDC 11-SB-3.E). The Commission fmds that all essential services are available or will be provided by the developer to the subject property and will not require unreasonable expenditure of public funds. In accordance with the fmdings listed above, the Commission finds that Annexation and Zoning of this property to R-15 would be in the best interest of the City, as mentioned in the Staff Report. 2. 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: 1. The plat is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan; The Commission finds that the proposed plat is in substantial compliance with the adopted Comprehensive Plan. Staff supports the proposed density and proposed plat layout, with recommended changes, as they comply with the provisions of the Comprehensive Plan. Please see Comprehensive Plan Policies and Goals, Section 8, of the Staff Report. 2. Public services are available or can be made available and are adequate to accommodate the proposed development; Exhibit D CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 The Commission finds that public services can be made available to accommodate the proposed development. (See Exhibit B of the Staff Report for more details from public service providers.) 3, 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, the Commission finds that the subdivision will not require the expenditure of capital improvement funds. 4. 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, ACRD, etc.) to determine this finding. (See Exhibit B, Agency Comments and Conditions, for more detaih) 5. The development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or general welfare; and The Commission is not aware of any health, safety, or environmental problems associated with the development of this subdivision that should be brought to the Council attention. ACRD considers 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. 6. The development preserves significant natural, scenic or historic features. The Commission is unaware of any natural, scenic, or historic features on this site. Therefore, The Commission 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 maybe 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. 3. CUP Findings The Commission and Council shall base its determination on the Conditional Use Permit request upon the following: 1. That the site is large enough to accommodate the proposed use and meet all the dimensional and development regulations in the district in which the use is located. The Commission finds that the site is large enough to accommodate all required parking, landscaping, loading and other standard regulations required by the UDC. Tizo~~~z~ u--r~:~ci 2. That the proposed use will be harmonious with the Meridian Comprehensive Plan and in accord with the requirements of this Title. The Commission finds that the proposed use is in general conformance with the comprehensive plan (please see Section 8 of the Staff Report for detailed analysis of specific comprehensive plan action items that apply to this development). 3. That the design, construction, operation and maintenance will be compatible with other uses in the general neighborhood and with the existing or intended character of the Exhibit D CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 general vicinity and that such use will not adversely change the essential character of the same area. The Commission finds that the proposed multi-family development (as amended in Exhibit B) should be compatible with other uses in the general area and will not adversely change the character of the area. Staff recommends that the Commission reference any public testimony that may be presented to determine whether or not the proposal will adversely affect the other properties in the area. 4. That the proposed use, if it complies with all conditions of the approval imposed, will not adversely affect other property in the vicinity. The Commission finds that the proposed development should not adversely affect other property in the vicinity if the applicant complies with all conditions of approval in Exhibit B and constructs all improvements and operates the use in accordance with the UDC standards. 5. That the proposed use will be served adequately by essential public facilities and services such as highways, streets, schools, parks, police and fire protection, drainage structures, refuse disposal, water, and sewer. Please refer to the continents and conditions prepared by the Meridian Fire Department, Police Department, Parks Department, Sanitary Services Company and ACRD in Exhibit B. 6. That the proposed use will not create excessive additional costs for public facilities and services and will not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community. If approved, the developer will be financing the extension of sewer, water, local street infrastructure, utilities and irrigation services to serve the project. The primary public costs to serve the future residents will be fire, police and school facilities and services. The Commission finds that the applicant should be required to pay to extend the sanitary sewer and water mains into the site. No additional capital facility costs are expected from the City. The applicant and/or future property owners will be required to pay highway impact fees. The Conunission finds that the proposed uses should not create excessive additional costs for facilities or services and should not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community. 7. That the proposed use will not involve activities or processes, materials, equipment and conditions of operation that will be detrimental to any persons, property or the general welfare by reason of excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare or odors. The Commission finds that the proposed development will not involve uses that will create nuisances that would be detrimental to the general welfare of the surrounding area. The Commission does not believe that the amount of traffic or noise generated will be detrimental to the general welfare of the public. Staff recommends that the Commission reference any public testimony that may be presented to determine whether or not the proposal may cause health, safety or environmental problems of which staff are unaware. 8. That the proposed use will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of a natural, scenic or historic feature considered to be of major importance. The Commission finds that the proposed development will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of any natural 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 D CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF MARCH 18, 2008 4. Private Street Findings: A. The Design of the private street meets the requirements of this Article; The applicant will have to certify that the. Ada County Street Naming Committee has accepted the private street names. The design of the streets meets the standards as set forth in UDC 11- 3F-4; no gates are allowed. Roadway and storm drainage shall be contained on site. B. Granting approval of the private street would not cause damage hazard, or nuisance, or other detriment to persons property, or uses in the vicinity; and Staff does not anticipate any hazard, nuisance or other detriment from the private streets if they are constructed and maintained as designed. C. The use and location of the private street shall not conflict with the comprehensive plan and/or the regional transportation plan. The location of the private streets does not conflict with the Comprehensive Plan and/or the regional transportation plan. Alternative Compliance Findings: In order to grant approval for alternative compliance, the director shall determine the following findings: 1. Strict adherence or application of the requirements is not feasible; OR The applicant is proposing to construct the private street with an overall width of 36 feet. The applicant has worked closely with the Meridian Fire Department for their approval. Fire has given their approval of the proposed private streets with the allowed 8-foot parking lanes along one side of the roadway. Staff finds the construction of private streets meets the intent of the City's private street standards of the code. 2. The alternative compliance provides an equal or superior means for meeting the requirements; and Staff finds the alternative compliance does provide a superior means for meeting the City's private street standards and provides a single family ambience to the development. A typical private street .section for a residential district is 24 feet. The applicant is proposing a parking lane with 5-foot attached sidewalks along one side of the roadway. The proposed private streets are identical to the ACHD's reduced 29-foot street sections. The overall width of the street section exceeds the City's private street standards of 24 and 26 feet. Therefore, Staff is supportive of the applicants request for alternative compliance from the private street standards. 3. The alternative means will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or impair the intended uses and character of the surrounding properties. Staff finds that the proposed alternative will not be detrimental to the public welfare or impair the use /character of the surrounding properties. Exhibit D