HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-1394 City Code Design Review Ordinance AmendmentCITY OF MERIDIAN AMENDED ORDINANCE NO. 09-1394
BY THE CITY COUNCIL: BIRD, HOAGLUN, ROUNTREE, ZAREMBA
AN AMENDED ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 11 OF THE MERIDIAN CITY
CODE REGARDING ZONING AND SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS CODIFIED AT
TITLE 11, ENTITLED THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, OF THE MERIDIAN
CITY CODE RELATING TO ADOPTION OF A NEW ADMINISTRATIVE DESIGN
REVIEW PROCESS AND ASSOCIATED IMPLEMENTATION PROCEDURES FOR
DESIGN REVIEW; AND PROVIDING FOR A WAIVER OF THE READING RULES;
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Unified Development Code is the official zoning ordinance for the City
of Meridian and provides an opportunity to better support the Comprehensive Plan and provide a
tool that is relevant and contemporary to the needs of the City; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Meridian deems it to be in the best interest
of the health, safety and welfare of its citizens to incorporate changes to the Unified
Development Code within the City of Meridian to provide for orderly growth and development
and to carry out the policies of Meridian's Comprehensive Plan;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MERIDIAN, IDAHO:
Section 1. That Title 11, Unified Development Code, of the Meridian City Code is
amended to read as follows:
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11-2A-3G Roof Design: All residential dwelling structures shall have a pitched roof not less than
three feet (3') in height for each twelve feet (12') in length. Alternative roof designs for
attached single-family duplex, townhouse, and multi-family residential dwelling structures
ma be a roved throw h administrative desi n review.
Table 11-2B-3 DIMENSIONAL STANDARDS IN THE COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS
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11-2D-3C Street And Pedestrian Systems:
1. Street Layout: The street system shall be primarily based on a grid with
connections to the existing street s stem. Street systems shall be consistent with
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section B-1.2.3, Street Networks, of the City of Meridian Design Manual.
2. Block Length: No block face shall have a length greater than five hundred feet
(500') without a dedicated street or alley, or no block face shall have a length greater
than seuea six hundred feet (600') without a pedestrian connection. This standard
may be varied for site design constraints or hardship considerations through the
alternative compliance process as set forth in section 11-56-5 of this title.
11-2D-46 Number Of Stories: Minimum number of stories for new construction is two (2) and/or as
set forth in the Ci of Meridian Desi n Manual.
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The following minimum standards shall apply in addition to the detailed guidelines as
set forth in the City of Meridian Design Manual:
1. Architectural Character:
a. Facades: Buildings facades visible from a public street or public space shall
incorporate modulations in the facade, including, but not limited to, rnnflin° ron°c~c~n~+
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Manual. (Ord. 05-1170, 8-30-2005, eff. 9-15-2005)
b. Primary ~~blis Entrance(s): The primary building entrance(s) shall be clearly defined
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d-: Rooflines: Roof design shall provide variations in profile through modulation and/or
articulation in accord with the City of Meridian Design Manual, including, but not limited
to the following: 1) overhanging eaves; 2) sloped roofs;
3) two (2) or more roof planes; 4) varying parapet heights; and 5) cornices.
ed. Pattern Variations: Architectural building design shall not create blank wall
segments along public streets and/or adjacent public spaces. Architectural elements,
including, but not limited to, windows, awnings and arcades, shall have "+'°°°+ *~•~^ ~"
desigla=color, texture and/or materials to mitigate blank walls.
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#e. Mechanical Equipment: All ground level ate-Fes#tep mechanical equipment shall be
screened to the height of the unit as viewed from the property line. All rooftop
mechanical eauipment shall be screened as viewed from the farthest edge of the
adjoining right-of-way. (Ord. 05-1170, 8-30-2005, eff. 9-15-2005; amd. Ord. 08-1372, 7-
8-2008, eff. 7-8-2008)
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a. Exterior building designs shall demonstrate the appearance and use of high quality
materials, including, but not limited to, stone, brick, wood or other natural materials,
tinted or textured masonry block, textured or architecturally detailed concrete panels, or
stucco or stucco like synthetic materials.
b. Smooth faced concrete block, prefabricated steel panels, and/or vinyl are prohibited
as finish materials but may be approved as accent materials in accord with the City of
Meridian Design Manual.
c. Un-textured concrete panels are prohibited as finish and/or accent materials.
3. Parking Lots: No more than ~seve~y ~ percent (~50%) of the total off street
parking area for the s#~IStafe site shall be located between +h building facades e#
~e~e and abutting street ,
4. Pedestrian Walkways:
a. A continuous internal pedestrian walkway that is a minimum of eig#t five feet (8'5') in
width shall be provided from the perimeter sidewalk to the main building entrances for
non-residential uses. The walkway width shall be maintained clear of any obstructions,
such as vehicles, outdoor sale displays, vending machines, or temporary structures.
b. The internal pedestrian walkway shall be distinguished from the vehicular driving
surfaces through the use of pavers, colored or scored concrete, or bricks.
c. Unobstructed aAFwalkways at least eigq# five feet (8!5') in width, shall be provided for
any aisle length that is greater than one hundred fifty (150) parking spaces or two
hundred feet (200') away from the ~a+r~ rima building entrance.
d. The walkways shall have weather protection (including, but not limited to, an awning
or arcade) within twenty feet (20') of all customer entrances.
BI3. Alternative Compliance: If 1) the location of existing buildings or structures prevents
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Meridian Design Manual, or 2) strict adherence to the such standards and/or guidelines
would create inconsistency in the design objectives of the proposed development, the
director may consider an alternative design proposal through the alternative
compliance provisions as set forth in section 11-56-5 of this title. The director may
approve, or recommend approval of, such an alternative compliance proposal +e-asset
wi+h nh.~n+ r FT~~umin ie+ro+inn~~' of +hi,~i+,~;c when the overall design, as proposed by
the applicant, meets or exceeds the intent and the requirements of this section and the
City of Meridian Design Manual and is s#aall not fie-detrimental to public health, safety,
and welfare.
11-36-2 APPLICABILITY: A landscape plan shall be required for the following:
A. All development, redevelopment, additions, or site modifications except detached grad
a#~as~aed single-family and secondary dwellings ,
B. All common lots in all subdivisions.
C. All applications for a conditional use permit (CUP), preliminary plat (PP), final plat (FP),
certificate of zoning compliance (CZC), administrative design review (DES), or
tanned unit develo ment PUD .
11-3C-5A7 qll parking areas shall provide on site turnarounds, or connections through to adjacent
parking areas or streets, in accord with the Meridian fire department standards for all off
street parking spaces and loading facilities.
11-4-3-27B6 The parking shall meet the requirements set forth in chapter 3, "Regulations Applying To
All District", of this title, and shall be in accord with the City of Meridian Design Manual.
11-4-3-2704 Unless otherwise approved through the conditional use process,-Ccommon open space
areas shall not be adjacent to collector or arterial streets unless separated from the street
by a berm or constructed barrier at least four feet (4') in height, with breaks in the berm or
barrier to allow for pedestrian access.
11-4-3-27E1 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, in accord with the City
of Meridian Design Manual +h~+ o..+onr~ ~+ ~o~~+ fi.,n foo+ /~~\. ro,.ceeo,+ en+r~nne~• ,n,+
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11-4-3-27F1 Development shall meet the minimum landscaping requirements in accord with chapter 3,
"Re ulations A I in To All Districts", of this title, and shall be in accord with the City of
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Meridian Design Manual.
11-5A-2 D. Design Professionals Committee: The Design Professionals Committee. a group of
design professionals selected from the general area of the Treasure Valley shall convene
to offer recommendations to the Director on administrative design review matters.
Members of the Committee shall be licensed architects or landscape architects. The
Committee shall be comprised of no more than five (5) and not less than three (3)
members and shall meet as needed by the director.
E. Summa Of Actions And Authori :.
11-5A-2C 6. The director may convene a committee of design professionals to provide
recommendations on the interpretation and application of the guidelines contained in the
City of Meridian Design Manual. The Committee may also review and make
recommendations on alternative compliance requests related to administrative desian
review. The director shall review and act on recommendations from the Committee and
shall issue a final determination.
11-5A-2C1c Withhold any certificate of zoning compliances or administrative desian review approvals
on any property where structures or uses are in violation of this unified development code;
and
TABLE 11-
5A-2 DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY AND PROCESS BY APPLICATION
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A. For purposes of this section, "parties of record" shall include the applicant, property
owners of record within one hundred feet (100') of the exterior boundary of the
application property, and any person who, in writing, specifically requests such status
as to a particular application.
B. Where the process specified by Table 11-5A-2 is administrative with public notice:
1. Prior to submittal of an application, the applicant shall hold a neighborhood
meeting in accord with section 11-5A-5~C~, except that notice of such
neighborhood meeting shall be provided to all property owners of record within one
hundred feet (100') of the exterior boundary of the application property.
2. Upon submission of a complete application, The Planning Director shall review
such application and shall:
a. Prepare a final decision of denial, which decision shall be supported by written
findings of fact and conclusions of law in accord with Idaho Code section 67-
6519; or
b. Prepare a final decision of approval, which decision shall be supported b
written findings of fact and conclusions of law in accord with Idaho Code
section 67-6519 and shall set forth any and all conditions of approval.
3. The Planning Director shall provide to the applicant notice of the final decision.
4. The Planning Director shall provide to parties of record notice of the final decision
and notice of the opportunity and time within which to seek city council review of
such decision pursuant to section 11-5A-6.
C. Where the process specified by Table 11-5A-2 is administrative:
1. Upon submission of a complete application. The Plannina Director shall review
such application and shall:
a. Prepare a final decision of denial, which decision shall be supported by written
findings of fact and conclusions of law in accord with Idaho Code section 67-
6519;
b. Prepare a final decision of approval, which decision shall be supported by
written findings of fact and conclusions of law in accord with Idaho Code
section 67-6519 and shall set forth any and all conditions of approval; and/or
c. Convene the Design Professionals Committee to provide recommendations on
an administrative design review application and/or an alternative compliance
request related to an administrative review application.
2.
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11-5B-1B Applicability: These provisions apply to all requests for permits that involve construction.
exterior alterations and/or the establishment of a new use. These provisions do not apply
to tenant improvements where the footprint of the existing structure is not enlarged. These
provisions do not apply to single-family detached
dwellings and/or secondary dwellings.
11-5B-5 TABLE 11-5B-5
ALTERNATIVE COMPLIANCE
Permit ~ Section
Structures and site sab}es~ts design review standards ~ ~11-3A-19
11-56-5B2 e. The proposed design includes innovative design features based on "new urbanism",
"neotraditional design", or other architectural and/or site designs that promote walkable
and mixed use neighborhoods; er
f. The proposed architectural and/or site design demonstrates consistency with the City of
Meridian Design Manual; or
g. Additional environmental quality improvements would result from the alternative
com liance
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11-5B-8 11-56-8: ADMINISTRATIVE DESIGN REVIEW:
A. Purpose:
1. To produce attractive developments with unique character and auality architectural
design.
2. To minimize the impact of the scale. bulk and color of large structures on
surrounding properties.
3. To encourage high auality building design that employs the use of Good design
principles and features auality, durable materials.
4. To protect the safety and convenience of pedestrian access within developments
and to build attractive pedestrian amenities.
5. To provide greater attention to the design and location of structures in relationship to
the surrounding street.
6. To locate noise generating activities away from any adjacent residential uses.
7. To create attractive and auality designed structures reflecting the unique character
of Meridian along the city's entryway corridors.
8. To promote auality growth patterns that support economic development and the
efficient use of resources.
9. To Quide the design of structures. not control the type, intensity or density of the use.
B. Applicability:
1. Administrative design review shall be required for all new commercial. industrial
institutional, public or quasi-public development subject to the following approvals:
conditional use, certificate of zoning compliance and/or building permit•
2. Administrative design review shall be required for all new attached residential
structures containing two or more dwelling units. Administrative design review shall not
apply to the construction, addition, removal, or modification of detached single family
homes and/or secondary dwellings unless required as part of a development
agreement.
3. Administrative design review shall be required for all exterior building alterations
including, but not limited to: the addition. removal, or modification of architectural
elements, such as doors, windows, awnings, and arcades; building remodels where all
or a portion of a structure is modified, including entrances, facades rooflines and
building expansions; a chance in exterior materials and/or color scheme; or any other
alteration that modifies the exterior appearance of the building approved conditions
and/or the requirements in this title and/or the City of Meridian Design Manual.
4. Administrative design review shall be required for all site alterations, including but
not limited to: the addition, removal, or modification of site improvements and/or
and
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modifies the site, approved conditions, and/or the requirements in this title and/or the
C~ of Meridian Design Manual.
5. Administrative design review shall not apply to interior tenant improvements.
C. Process:
1. For proiects requiring conditional use approval, the applicant shall submit a written
application for administrative design review concurrent with the conditional use
application.
2 For proiects reauirina only certificate of zoning compliance approval the applicant
shall submit a written application for administrative design review prior to or concurrent
with the certificate of zoning compliance application.
3. An application and fees. in accord with article A, "General Provisions" of this
chapter, shall be submitted to the director on forms provided by the planning
department.
4. The director shall apply the standards listed in Section 11-3A-19 and the guidelines
as set forth in the City of Meridian Design Manual to review the administrative design
review request.
5. The administrative design review approval shall
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underlying permit or the approval shall expire. For example, if the underlyina permit is a
Conditional Use Permit. the design review approval will expire eighteen (18) months
after approval.
D. Required Findings: In order to avant approval for an administrative design review the
director shall determine that the proposed structural and/or site designs conform to the
standards and meet or exceed the intent of the City of Meridian Design Manual.
Section 2. That all other provisions of Title 11 as they relate to the Unified
Development Code remain unchanged.
Section 3. That pursuant to the affirmative vote of one-half (1/2) plus one (1) of the
Members of the full Council, the rule requiring two (2) separate readings by title and one (1)
reading in full be, and the same is hereby, dispensed with, and accordingly, this Amended
Ordinance shall be in full force and effect on ~ 2009.
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PASSED by the City Council of the City of Meridian, Idaho, this y of
~° ~ , 2009.
APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Meridian, Idaho, this ~ day of
2009.
APPROVED:
Mayor T de Weerd
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