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HomeMy WebLinkAboutStaff ReportCITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 STAFF REPORT Hearing Date: January 15, 2009 TO: Planning & Zoning Commission E TDj e NT � FROM: Bill Parsons, Associate City Planner 1 ll7j (208) 884-5533 SUBJECT: CUP-08-031 —Meridian Stars Dance 1. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF APPLICANT'S REQUEST The Applicant, Cynthia Rodriguez, is requesting Conditional Use Permit (CUP) approval of an indoor recreation facility (dance studio) in an I-L zoning district. Per UDC Table 11-2B-2, a Conditional Use Permit is required for an indoor recreation facility. The site houses a 13,160 square foot structure with 8 tenant spaces. Currently there are two tenants who occupy a portion of the building; Watson Automotive and Merry Maids. The applicant intends to lease two of the vacant tenant spaces to operate a dance studio. At this time, the applicant is only proposing interior improvements and change of use; therefore no additional site improvements are required per the UDC. However, in approving any conditional use, the Planning & Zoning Commission may prescribe appropriate conditions, sureties and safeguards that are more restrictive standards than those generally required in the UDC (UDC 11-5B-6D). 2. SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION Staff has provided a detailed analysis of the requested application below. Staff recommends approval of the application, based on the Findings of Fact as listed in Exhibit C and subject to the conditions listed in Exhibit B. 3. PROPOSED MOTIONS Approval After considering all Staff, Applicant, and public testimony, I move to approve File Number CUP-08- 031, as presented in the staff report for the hearing date of January 15, 2009, with the following modifications to the conditions of approval: (add any proposed modifications). I further move to direct Staff to prepare an appropriate findings document to be considered at the next Planning and Zoning Commission hearing on February 5, 2009. Denial After considering all Staff, Applicant, and public testimony, I move deny File Number CUP- 08-031, as presented during the hearing on January 15, 2009, for the following reasons: (you must state specific reasons for denial and what the applicant could do to obtain your approval in the future). I further move to direct Staff to prepare an appropriate findings document to be considered at the next Planning and Zoning Commission hearing on February 5, 2009. Continuance After considering all Staff, Applicant, and public testimony, I move to continue File Number CUP- 08-031 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: 195 S. Adkins Way (Lot 6, Block 1, Medimont Subdivision No. 1) Meridian Stars Dance CUP-08-031 Page 1 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 Northeast '/ of Section 18, Township 3 North, Range 1 East b. Owner: Dan Frison, Pinnacle Development 1726 E. Stadler Court Eagle, ID 83616 c. Applicant / Contact: Cynthia Rodriguez 195 S. Adkins Way Meridian, ID 83642 d. Present Zoning: I-L (Light Industrial) e. Present Comprehensive Plan Designation: Industrial f. Description of Applicant's Justification for CUP Approval: Taken from the applicant's narrative submitted with the application, "Meridian Stars Dance relocated to 195 S. Adkins Way in August of 2009. This location was offered and presented as a great location for dance studio by realtor and owner of the building. MSD is now requesting s change in use since the building is actually zoned for light industrial. MSD feels it will be a great addition to the area due to its high quality instruction and low impact on the existing neighborhood businesses. MSD is a dance instruction institute for children ages 3 to 18." 5. PROCESS FACTS a. The proposed use is a conditional use as determined by City Ordinance. A public hearing is required before the Planning and Zoning Commission consistent with the provisions of Idaho Code, Title 67, Chapter 65, and UDC 11-5A-2D for a conditional use application. b. Newspaper notifications published on: December 29, 2008 and January 12, 2009 c. Radius notices mailed to properties within 300 feet on: December 19, 2008 d. Applicant posted notice on site by: January 5, 2009 6. LAND USE a. Existing Land Use(s): The site contains a 13,160 square foot structure that currently houses two additional tenants. b. Description of Character of Surrounding Area: The surrounding properties contain a mix of industrial, commercial, recreational and office uses; zoned I-L. c. Adjacent Land Use and Zoning North: Multi -tenant Building, zoned I-L 2. East: Multi -tenant Building and Machine Shop, zoned I-L 3. South: Multi -tenant Building, zoned I-L 4. West: Vacant Land and Idaho Soccer Center, zoned I-L d. History of Previous Actions: In 1997, this site was annexed and zoned I-L and subject to a Meridian Stars Dance CUP-08-031 Page 2 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 Development Agreement (instrument # 97072405). In addition, the property was platted as Medimont Subdivision. In 1998, the Planning Department issued a CZC for an industrial building shell known as Stonebridge Business Park. e. Existing Constraints and Opportunities 1. Public Works Location of sewer: Existing building already serviced. Location of water: Existing building already serviced. Issues or concerns: None 2. Vegetation: There is existing landscaping on the site. 3. Floodplain: This site does not lie within the floodplain. 4. Canals/Ditches Irrigation: There are no canals/ditches that traverse this site. 5. Hazards: Staff is unaware, nor has the applicant disclosed, of any hazards that may exist on this site. 6. Lot Size: 0.98 of an acre f. Conditional Use Information: 1. Non-residential square footage: 13,160 square feet; Tenant Space - 3,290 square feet. 2. Proposed Hours of Operation: Monday -Thursday 4:30 pm-8:30 pm g. Off -Street Parking: Off-street parking is provided on the site in accordance with the standards listed in UDC 11-3C-6. 1. Parking spaces required: 7 for the entire site and 2 stalls per the tenant space 2. Parking spaces provided: 44 (including 2 handicap stalls) h. Summary of Proposed Streets and/or Access (private, public, common drive, etc.): Access to this site is provided from S. Adkins Way, a local street. 7. COMMENTS MEETING On December 29, 2008, a joint agency and departments meeting was held with service providers in this area. The agencies and departments present included: Meridian Fire Department, Meridian Public Works Department, and Sanitary Service Company. Staff has included comments, conditions, and recommended actions in Exhibit B below. 8. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN POLICIES AND GOALS The 2002 Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map designates the subject property as "Industrial." Per Chapter VII of the Comprehensive Plan, the Industrial land use category "includes areas that are designated to allow a range of industrial uses to support industrial and commercial activities and to develop with sufficient urban services. In light industrial areas, uses may include warehouses, storage units, light manufacturing, and incidental retail and office uses." In the general vicinity an indoor soccer facility is operating which is a similar use as proposed by the applicant. Therefore, Staff finds that the request generally conforms to the stated purpose and intent of the Industrial designation within the Comprehensive Plan. Staff finds the following Comprehensive Plan policies to be applicable to this property and apply to the proposed use (staff analysis in italics): Meridian Stars Dance CUP-08-031 Page 3 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 • Chapter VII, Goal III, Objective A, Action 1 - Require that development projects have planned for the provision of all public services. When the City established its Area of City Impact, it planned to provide City services to the subject property. The City of Meridian plans to provide municipal services to the subject property in the following manner: ➢ Sanitary sewer and water service is extended to the project.. ➢ The subject property is within the jurisdiction of the Meridian Fire District. ➢ The subject property is serviced by the Meridian Police Department (MPD). ➢ 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 No. 2. This service will not change. ➢ The subject lands are currently serviced by the Meridian Library District. This service will not change and the Meridian Library District should suffer no revenue loss as a result of the subject annexation. Municipal, fee -supported, services will be provided by the Meridian Building Department, the Meridian Public Works Department, the Meridian Water Department, the Meridian Wastewater Department, the Meridian Planning Department, Meridian Utility Billing Services, and Sanitary Services Company. • Encourage compatible uses to minimize conflicts and maximize use of land. (Chapter VII, Goal IV) Most of the industrial buildings surrounding this site are smaller scale buildings which house multiple tenants that support multiple uses. Therefore, Staff believes that the proposed use should have minimal impacts on traffic generation and off -set business hours should not conflict with other uses in the area. • Chapter IV, Goal I, Objective A, Action 6 (page 26) — Permit new residential, commercial, or industrial developments only where urban services can be reasonably provided at the time of final approval and development is contiguous to the City. The subject property lies within the boundaries of the City of Meridian and is provided with City services. • "Require all commercial businesses to install and maintain landscaping." (Chapter V, Goal III, Objective D, Action item 5) The landscaping approved on the site is in conformance with the UDC landscaping standards at the time of application approval. • Chapter V, Goal III, Objective D, Action 3 (page 43) — Require all new parking lots to provide landscaping in internal islands. The parking lot and landscaping has already been constructed on this site. Staff believes that the proposed use is consistent with the applicable Comprehensive Plan goals and objectives. 9. UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE (Applicable Sections) a. UDC Table 11-213-2 lists indoor recreation facilities (dance studio) as a "conditional use" use in Meridian Stars Dance CUP-08-031 Page 4 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 the I-L zoning district. b. Purpose Statement of Zone: The purpose of the I-L district is to provide for convenient employment centers of light manufacturing, research and development, warehousing, and distributing. In accord with the Meridian comprehensive plan, the I-L district is intended to encourage the development of industrial uses that are clean, quiet and free of hazardous or objectionable elements and that are operated, entirely, or almost entirely, within enclosed structures. Accessibility to transportation systems is a requirement of this district. 10. ANALYSIS a. Analysis of Facts Leading to Staff Recommendation: Staff is supportive of the proposed CUP request based on the following comments: Conditional Use Permit (CUP): A CUP is requested for an indoor recreation facility in an I-L zoning district, as required by UDC Table 11-2B-2. If the subject CUP is approved, the site will be subject to the indoor recreation facility standards in UDC 11-4-3-2. Site/Landscape Plan: A site/landscape plan was submitted for this site (dated 7/02/98 & 12/08, prepared by JGT Architecture & Mike Fairchild, attached as Exhibit A.2) showing the location of the existing building, parking areas, drive aisles, planter islands, and trash enclosure. Existing trees and landscaping are also shown on the plan. Staff previously approved this site for compliance with the approval of a CZC in 1998. Currently, the site does not conform to the current landscape requirements of the UDC and requires a minimum 5-foot wide planter islands ever twelfth parking stall except where parking stalls are adjacent to loading areas in the I-L zoning district. The parking stalls along the north side of the building are deficient of one planter island. Since the applicant is only proposing interior modifications and a change in use, UDC- 11-3B-2D requires no additional landscaping on the site. Building Elevations: Photos of the existing building were submitted with this application and are attached in Exhibit A.3 of this staff report. Because the applicant is not proposing any exterior modifications, no changes are recommended to the exterior of the building. Parking: In industrial districts, one off-street parking space is required per 2000 square feet of gross floor area, per UDC 11-3C-6B. Based on the 13,160 square foot facility, 7 parking spaces are required for the site. Forty-four parking spaces are provided (including 2 handicap spaces), which exceeds the number required. All stalls on the site comply with the dimensional standards of the UDC. Hours of Operation: The proposed hours of operation for the dance studio are Monday - Thursday 4:30 pm-8:30 pm. Staff is supportive of the proposed hours of operation and believes the proposed hours will not conflict with other business operating on the site. Certificate of Zoning Compliance (CZC): A CZC (Stonebridge Business Park) was approved on July 9, 1998 for the existing building on this site. A new CZC is required for the change in use of this site from office/warehouse to dance studio, prior to establishment of the new use. 11. EXHIBITS A. Exhibits 1. Vicinity/Zoning Map 2. Site/Landscape Plan (dated: 7/14/98 & 12/08, prepared by JGT & Mike Fairchild) 3. Photos of Existing Building Meridian Stars Dance CUP-08-031 Page 5 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 B. Conditions of Approval 1. Planning Department 2. Public Works Department 3. Fire Department 4. Police Department 5. Parks Department 6. Sanitary Service Company 7. Ada County Highway District C. Required Conditional Use Permit Findings Meridian Stars Dance CUP-08-031 Page 6 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 A. Drawings 1. 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PLANNING DEPARTMENT 1.1 The submitted site plans dated 07/02/98 and 12/08 are approved with no modifications from the Planning Department. 1.2 Business hours of operation for the proposed indoor recreation facility shall be limited between the hours of 4:30 pm and 8:30 pm; Monday -Thursday. 1.3 The applicant shall submit a Certificate of Zoning Compliance (CZC) application for the change in use of this site from industrial to an indoor recreation facility, prior to establishment of the new use. 1.4 The applicant shall comply with the specific use standards UDC 11-4-3-2 for an indoor recreation facility. 1.5 The Applicant shall have a maximum of 18 months to commence the use as permitted in accord with the conditions of approval listed above. If the business has not begun within 18 months of approval, a new conditional use permit must be obtained prior to operation. 2. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 2.1 The Public Works Department has no concerns with this application. 3. FIRE DEPARTMENT 3.1 Provide a Knox box entry system for the complex prior to occupancy. 3.2 All aspects of the building systems (including exiting systems and emergency systems), processes & storage practices shall be required to comply with the International Fire Code. 3.3 Fire sprinklers shall be relocated to provide adequate coverage per NFPA 13. 4. POLICE DEPARTMENT 4.1 The Police Department did nit provide comments on the subject application. 5. PARKS DEPARTMENT 5.1 The Parks Department did not submit comments on this application. 6. SANITARY SERVICES COMPANY 6.1 SSC has no comments related to this application. 7. ADA COUNTY HIGHWAY DISTRICT (NO COMMENTS WERE PROVIDIED) Exhibit B CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 C. Required Conditional Use Permit Findings from UDC 11-5B-6E The Commission 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. Staff finds that the site is large enough to accommodate the proposed use and comply with the dimensional and development regulations of the I-L zoning district. Staff recommends the Commission rely on Staffs analysis and any appropriate public testimony when determining if this site is large enough to accommodate the proposed use. 2. That the proposed use will be harmonious with the Meridian Comprehensive Plan and in accord with the requirements of this Title. The Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map designation for this property is I-L. Staff finds the proposed indoor recreation facility use of the property in the I-L zoning district complies with the I-L designation applicable goals and objectives and the requirements of the UDC. 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 general vicinity and that such use will not adversely change the essential character of the same area. Staff finds that, if the Applicant complies with the conditions outlined in this report, the proposed use of the property should be compatible with other uses in the general area and with the existing and intended character of the area. Further, Staff believes that the proposed use will not adversely change the essential character of 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. Staff finds that, if the Applicant complies with the conditions outlined in this report, the proposed use will not adversely affect other property in the area. The Commission should rely upon any public testimony provided to determine if the development will adversely affect the other property in the vicinity. 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. Staff finds that the subject property is currently served by public facilities such as streets, police, and fire protection. Staff finds that the proposed use will continue to be served adequately by those facilities and services previously mentioned. 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. Staff finds the proposed use of the property should not create excessive additional costs for public facilities and services. Staff finds that the proposed use will not be detrimental to the community's economic welfare. Exhibit C CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 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. Staff does not believe that the proposed use will involve activities or processes, materials, equipment and conditions of operation that will be detrimental to any persons, property or the general welfare by reasons of excessive production of smoke, fumes, glare, or odors. 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. Staff finds that there should not be any health, safety or environmental problems associated with the proposed use that should be brought to the Commission's attention. Staff finds that the proposed use of the property as a fitness facility will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of any natural, scenic, or historic feature of major importance. Exhibit C CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 STAFF REPORT Hearing Date: January 15, 2009 TO: Planning & Zoning Commission E IDIAN~;--- FROM: Bill Parsons, Associate City Planner 1 (208) 884-5533 SUBJECT: CUP-08-031 -Meridian Stars Dance 1. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF APPLICANT'S REQUEST The Applicant, Cynthia Rodriguez, is requesting Conditional Use Permit (CUP) approval of an indoor recreation facility (dance studio) in an I-L zoning district. Per UDC Table 11-2B-2, a Conditional Use Permit is required for an indoor recreation facility. The site houses a 13,160 square foot structure with 8 tenant spaces. Currently there are two tenants who occupy a portion of the building; Watson Automotive and Merry Maids. The applicant intends to lease two of the vacant tenant spaces to operate a dance studio. At this time, the applicant is only proposing interior improvements and change of use; therefore no additional site improvements are required per the UDC. However, in approving any conditional use, the Planning & Zoning Commission may prescribe appropriate conditions, sureties and safeguards that are more restrictive standards than those generally required in the UDC (iJDC 11-SB-6D). 2. SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION Staff has provided a detailed analysis of the requested application below. Staff recommends approval of the application, based on the Findings of Fact as listed in Ezhibit C and subject to the conditions listed in Ezhibit B. 3. PROPOSED MOTIONS Approval After considering all Staff, Applicant, and public testimony, I move to approve File Number CUP-08- 031, as presented in the staff report for the hearing date of January 15, 2009, with the following modifications to the conditions of approval: (add any proposed modifications). Ifurther move to direct Staff to prepare an appropriate findings document to be considered at the next Planning and Zoning Commission hearing on February 5, 2009. Denial After considering all Staff, Applicant, and public testimony, I move deny File Number CUP- 08-031, aspresented during the hearing on January 15, 2009, for the following reasons: (you must state specific reasons for denial and what the applicant could do to obtain your approval in the future). I further move to direct Staff to prepare an appropriate findings document to be considered at the next Planning and Zoning Commission hearing on February 5, 2009. Continuance After considering all StafF, Applicant, and public testimony, I move to continue File Number CUP- 08-031 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 FACT5 a. Site Address/Location: 195 S. Adkins Way (Lot 6, Block 1, Medimont Subdivision No. 1) Meridian Stars Dance CUP-08-031 Page 1 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 Northeast 1/a of Section 18, Township 3 North, Range 1 East b. Owner: Dan Frison, Pinnacle Development 1726 E. Stadler Court Eagle, ID 83616 c. Applicant /Contact: Cynthia Rodriguez 195 S. Adkins Way Meridian, ID 83642 d. Present Zoning: I-L (Light Industrial) e. Present Comprehensive Plan Designation: Industrial f. Description of Applicant's Justification for CUP Approval: Taken from the applicant's narrative submitted with the application, "Meridian Stars Dance relocated to 195 S. Adkins Way in August of 2009. This location was offered and presented as a great location for dance studio by realtor and owner of the building. MSD is now requesting s change in use since the building is actually zoned for light industrial. MSD feels it will be a great addition to the area due to its high quality instruction and low impact on the existing neighborhood businesses. MSD is a dance instruction institute for children ages 3 to 18." 5. PROCESS FACTS a. The proposed use is a conditional use as determined by City Ordinance. A public hearing is required before the Planning and Zoning Commission consistent with the provisions of Idaho Code, Title 67, Chapter 65, and UDC 11-SA-2D for a conditional use application. b. Newspaper notifications published on: December 29, 2008 and January 12, 2009 c. Radius notices mailed to properties within 300 feet on: December 19, 2008 d. Applicant posted notice on site by: January 5, 2009 6. LAND USE a. Existing Land Use(s): The site contains a 13,160 square foot structure that currently houses two additional tenants. b. Description of Character of Surrounding Area: The surrounding properties contain a mix of industrial, commercial, recreational and office uses; zoned I-L. c. Adjacent Land Use and Zoning 1. North: Multi-tenant Building, zoned I-L Z. East: Multi-tenant Building and Machine Shop, zoned I-L 3. South: Multi-tenant Building, zoned I-L 4. West: Vacant Land and Idaho Soccer Center, zoned I-L d. History of Previous Actions: In 1997, this site was annexed and zoned I-L and subject to a Meridian Stars Dance CUP-08-031 Page 2 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 Development Agreement (instrument # 97072405). In addition, the property was platted as Medimont Subdivision. In 1998, the Planning Department issued a CZC for an industrial building shell known as Stonebridge Business Park. e. Existing Constraints and Opportunities 1. Public Works Location of sewer: Existing building already serviced. Location of water: Existing building already serviced. Issues or concerns: None 2. Vegetation: There is existing landscaping on the site. 3. Floodplain: This site does not lie within the floodplain. 4. Canals/Ditches Irrigation: There are no canals/ditches that traverse this site. 5. Hazards: Staff is unaware, nor has the applicant disclosed, of any hazards that may exist on this site. 6. Lot Size: 0.98 of an acre f. Conditional Use Information: 1. Non-residential square footage: 13,160 square feet; Tenant Space - 3,290 square feet. 2. Proposed Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 4:30 pm-8:30 pm g. Off-Street Parking: Off-street parking is provided on the site in accordance with the standards listed in UDC 11-3C-6. 1. Parking spaces required: 7 for the entire site and 2 stalls per the tenant space 2. Parking spaces provided: 44 (including 2 handicap stalls) h. Summary of Proposed Streets and/or Access (private, public, common drive, etc.): Access to this site is provided from S. Adkins Way, a local street. 7. COMMENTS MEETING On December 29, 2008, a joint agency and departments meeting was held with service providers in this area. The agencies and departments present included: Meridian Fire Department, Meridian Public Works Department, and Sanitary Service Company. Staff has included comments, conditions, and recommended actions in Exhibit B below. 8. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN POLICIES AND GOALS The 2002 Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map designates the subject property as "Industrial:' Per Chapter VII of the Comprehensive Plan, the Industrial land use category "includes areas that are designated to allow a range of industrial uses to support industrial and commercial activities and to develop with sufficient urban services. In light industrial areas, uses may include warehouses, storage units, light manufacturing, and incidental retail and office uses." In the general vicinity an indoor soccer facility is operating which is a similar use as proposed by the applicant. Therefore, Staff fords that the request generally conforms to the stated purpose and intent of the Industrial designation within the Comprehensive Plan. Staff fords the following Comprehensive Plan policies to be applicable to this property and apply to the proposed use (staff analysis in italics): Meridian Stars Dance CUP-08-031 Page 3 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 • Chapter VII, Goal III, Objective A, Action 1 -Require that development projects have planned for the provision of all public services. When the City established its Area of City Impact, it planned to provide City services to the subject property. The City of Meridian plans to provide municipal services to the subject property in the following manner: - Sanitary sewer and water service is extended to the project.. - The subject property is within the jurisdiction of the Meridian Fire District. - The subject property is serviced by the Meridian Police Department (MPD). - The roadways adjacent to the subject lands are currently owned and maintained by the Ada County Highway District (ACFID). This service will not change. - The subject lands are currently serviced by the Meridian School District No. 2. This service will not change. - The subject lands are currently serviced by the Meridian Library District. This service will not change and the Meridian Library District should suffer no revenue loss as a result of the subject annexation. Municipal, fee-supported, services will be provided by the Meridian Building Department, the Meridian Public Works Department, the Meridian Water Department, the Meridian Wastewater Department, the Meridian Planning Department, Meridian Utility Billing Services, and Sanitary Services Company. • Encourage compatible uses to minimize conflicts and maximize use of land. (Chapter VII, Goal IV) Most of the industrial buildings surrounding this site are smaller scale buildings which house multiple tenants that support multiple uses. Therefore, Staff believes that the proposed use should have minimal impacts on traffic generation and off-set business hours should not conflict with other uses in the area. • Chapter IV, Goal I, Objective A, Action 6 (page 26) -Permit new residential, commercial, or industrial developments only where urban services can be reasonably provided at the time of fmal approval and development is contiguous to the City. The subject property lies within the boundaries of the City of Meridian and is provided with City services. • "Require all commercial businesses to install and maintain landscaping." (Chapter V, Goal III, Objective D, Action item 5) The landscaping approved on the site is in conformance with the UDC landscaping standards at the time of application approval. • Chapter V, Goal III, Objective D, Action 3 (page 43) -Require all new parking lots to provide landscaping in internal islands. The parking lot and landscaping has already been constructed on this site. Staff believes that the proposed use is consistent with the applicable Comprehensive Plan goals and objectives. 9. iJNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE (Applicable Sections) a. UDC Table 11-2B-21ists indoor recreation facilities (dance studio) as a "conditional use" use in Meridian Stars Dance CUP-OS-031 Page 4 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 the I-L zoning district. b. Purpose Statement of Zone: The purpose of the I-L district is to provide for convenient employment centers of light manufacturing, research and development, warehousing, and distributing. In accord with the Meridian comprehensive plan, the I-L district is intended to encourage the development of industrial uses that are clean, quiet and free of hazardous or objectionable elements and that are operated, entirely, or almost entirely, within enclosed structures. Accessibility to transportation systems is a requirement of this district. 10. ANALYSIS a. Analysis of Facts Leading to Staff Recommendation: Staff is supportive of the proposed CUP request based on the following comments: Conditional Use Permit (CUP): A CUP is requested for an indoor recreation facility in an I-L zoning district, as required by UDC Table 11-2B-2. If the subject CUP is approved, the site will be subject to the indoor recreation facility standards in UDC 11-4-3-2. Site/Landscape Plan: Asite/landscape plan was submitted for this site (dated 7/02/98 & 12/08, prepared by JGT Architecture & Mike Fairchild, attached as Exhibit A.2) showing the location of the existing building, parking areas, drive aisles, planter islands, and trash enclosure. Existing trees and landscaping are also shown on the plan. Staff previously approved this site for compliance with the approval of a CZC in 1998. Currently, the site does not conform to the current landscape requirements of the UDC and requires a minimum 5-foot wide planter islands ever twelfth parking stall except where parking stalls are adjacent to loading areas in the I-L zoning district. The parking stalls along the north side of the building are deficient of one planter island. Since the applicant is only proposing interior modifications and a change in use, UDC-11-3B-2D requires no additional landscaping on the site. Building Elevations: Photos of the existing building were submitted with this application and are attached in Exhibit A.3 of this staff report. Because the applicant is not proposing any exterior modifications, no changes are recommended to the exterior of the building. Parldng: In industrial districts, one off-street parking space is required per 2000 square feet of gross floor area, per UDC 11-3C-6B. Based on the 13,160 square foot facility, 7 parking spaces are required for the site. Forty-four parking spaces are provided (including 2 handicap spaces), which exceeds the number required. All stalls on the site comply with the dimensional standards of the UDC. Hours of Operation: The proposed hours of operation for the dance studio are Monday- Thursday 4:30 pm-8:30 pm. Staff is supportive of the proposed hours of operation and believes the proposed hours will not conflict with other business operating on the site. Certificate of Zoning Compliance (CZC): A CZC (Stonebridge Business Park) was approved on July 9, 1998 for the existing building on this site. Anew CZC is required for the change in use of this site from office/warehouse to dance studio, prior to establishment of the new use. 11. EXHIBITS A. Exhibits 1. Vicinity/Zoning Map 2. Site/Landscape Plan (dated: 3. Photos of Existing Building 7/14/98 & 12/08, prepared by JGT & Mike Fairchild) Meridian Stars Dance CUP-08-031 Page 5 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 B. Conditions of Approval 1. Planning Department 2. Public Works Department 3. Fire Department 4. Police Department 5. Parks Department 6. Sanitary Service Company 7. Ada County Highway District C. Required Conditional Use Permit Findings Meridian Stars Dance CUP-08-031 Page 6 CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 A. Drawings 1. Vicinity/Zoning Map Exhibit A CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 2. Site/I.andscape Plan (dated: 7/14/98, prepared by JGT) LANDBOAPB L O®NO 91ol~vt O~M01MYe W ~1t.1Y ~MYInY fJtOt b A N.PI WLN.wOiIY~MYI rvIOWN®N. ~ N'.Y KO MBMOI Mo1OTIPWBADOtlL1PYlNWKKNNM Pte' ffi~O A• MNM1/1 ND)MK M#pNdDleo{P WOK. 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AOYOI TOOim RO r~O' DV D?i6IOOTAD ATYO` OII dwD OQROmL •AT LOffii0AP1 J11.Nffi-0`OO. MAK a .. r~ staN O off, Auc O ~~ B Exhibit A 8176 ~ LANG~AP@ PLAN - BIT6 61.6CiRI0AL AFim1-m'~~e CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY I5, 2009 4. Elevations of Existing Building (dated: 7/18/07, prepared by Tomlinson Designs) ®1~ f ~~. ~*~~ l~ r~ _. -~"` ~Yi .~ ';dam ti.4 . I`~ Exhibit A .:.-~xiovifouf:r.~_+.. -..~atS~ aa;~~ -_ ~+r ~... _ w z'+^Wir1k..., _ -a+v!az.a~s+av ~~~r,.~G1k~+ ;;"~... CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 ~. ~~~ ?~- N Exhibit A CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 B. Conditions of Approval 1. PLANNING DEPARTMENT 1.1 The submitted site plans dated 07/02/98 and 12/08 are approved with no modifications from the Planning Department. 1.2 Business hours of operation for the proposed indoor recreation facility shall be limited between the hours of 4:30 pm and 8:30 pm; Monday-Thursday. 1.3 The applicant shall submit a Certificate of Zoning Compliance (CZC) application for the change in use of this site from industrial to an indoor recreation facility, prior to establishment of the new use. 1.4 The applicant shall comply with the specific use standards UDC 11-4-3-2 for an indoor recreation facility. 1.5 The Applicant shall have a maximum of 18 months to commence the use as permitted in accord with the conditions of approval listed above. If the business has not begun within 18 months of approval, a new conditional use permit must be obtained prior to operation. 2. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 2.1 The Public Works Department has no concerns with this application. 3. FIItE DEPARTMENT 3.1 Provide a Knox box entry system for the complex prior to occupancy. 3.2 All aspects of the building systems (including exiting systems and emergency systems), processes & storage practices shall be required to comply with the International Fire Code. 3.3 Fire sprinklers shall be relocated to provide adequate coverage per NFPA 13. 4. POLICE DEPARTMENT 4.1 The Police Department did nit provide comments on the subject application. 5. PARKS DEPARTMENT 5.1 The Parks Department did not submit comments on this application. 6. SANITARY SERVICES COMPANY 6.1 SSC has no comments related to this application. 7. ADA COUNTY HIGHWAY DISTRICT (NO COMIVIENTS WERE PROVIDIED) Exhibit B CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 C. Required Conditional Use Permit Findings from UDC 11-SB-6E The Commission 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. Staff fords that the site is large enough to accommodate the proposed use and comply with the dimensional and development regulations of the I-L zoning district. Staff recommends the Commission rely on Staff's analysis and any appropriate public testimony when determining if this site is large enough to accommodate the proposed use. 2. That the proposed use will be harmonious with the Meridian Comprehensive Plan and in accord with the requirements of this Title. The Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map designation for this property is I-L. Staff finds the proposed indoor recreation facility use of the property in the I-L zoning district complies with the I-L designation applicable goals and objectives and the requirements of the UDC. 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 general vicinity and that such use will not adversely change the essential character of the same area. Staff fords that, if the Applicant complies with the conditions outlined in this report, the proposed use of the property should be compatible with other uses in the general area and with the existing and intended character of the area. Further, Staff believes that the proposed use will not adversely change the essential character of 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. Staff fords that, if the Applicant complies with the conditions outlined in this report, the proposed use will not adversely affect other property in the area. The Commission should rely upon any public testimony provided to determine if the development will adversely affect the other property in the vicinity. 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. Staff finds that the subject property is currently served by public facilities such as streets, police, and fire protection. Staff finds that the proposed use will continue to be served adequately by those facilities and services previously mentioned. 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. Staff fords the proposed use of the property should not create excessive additional costs for public facilities and services. Staff finds that the proposed use will not be detrimental to the community's economic welfare. Exhibit C CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 15, 2009 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. Staff does not believe that the proposed use will involve activities or processes, materials, equipment and conditions of operation that will be detrimental to any persons, property or the general welfare by reasons of excessive production of smoke, fumes, glare, or odors. S. 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. Staff fords that there should not be any health, safety or environmental problems associated with the proposed use that should be brought to the Commission's attention. Staff finds that the proposed use of the property as a fitness facility will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of any natural, scenic, or historic feature of major importance. Exhibit C