Staff ReportItem #41: Baltic Place (MCU -14-006)
Application(s):
➢ Conditional Use Permit Modification
Size of property, existing zoning, and location: This site consists of 0.14 of an acre of land zoned C -G, located southeast of the S.
Baltic Place/E. Franklin Road intersection.
Adjacent Land Use & Zoning: There are existing offices to the west & east and a parking lot to the north of this site, zoned C -G; and
a contractor's yard to the south, zoned I -L.
History: In 2001, a CUP/PUD was approved for a mixed use residential/commercial development for Baltic Place Subdivision, which
included the subject property.
Comprehensive Plan FLUM Designation: HDR
Summary of Request: The applicant requests a modification to the previously approved CUP/PUD for this site. The City Council
required 10' interior side building setbacks on each of the commercial lots with a 20' separation between buildings. The applicant
requests a reduced interior side setback from 10' to 5' and reduced separation between buildings from 20' to 15' for Lot 5, Block 1,
Baltic Place Subdivision.
The conceptual site plan approved with the CUP/PUD shows how the site was proposed to develop. A new site plan was submitted by
the applicant with this application which shows how Lot 5, Block 1 is proposed to develop with the modified setbacks.
The City Code in effect in 2001 did not require a minimum interior side setback in the C -G zone or separation between buildings;
however, based on the International Fire Code (IFC) in effect at that time, the Fire Department requested a greater setback and
separation between buildings for fire suppression & protection.
The Fire Department has reviewed the applicant's request and determined the reduced setback & separation between buildings meets
current IFC & does not object to the modification. Because the Fire Dept. does not deem there to be a life safety issue with allowing the
proposed separation between buildings, staff is supportive of the proposed modification as requested by the applicant.
Written Testimony: Shari Stiles, Applicant's Representative (in agreement w/staff report)
Staff Recommendation: Approval
Notes:
STAFF REPORT
Hearing Date: January 15, 2015
TO: Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM: Sonya Watters, Associate City Planner
208-884-5533
SUBJECT: MCU -14-006 — Baltic Place
I. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF APPLICANT'S REQUEST
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The applicant, L. C. Development, Inc., has applied for a modification to the existing conditional use
permit/planned development (CUP -01-015) for Baltic Place Subdivision to change the interior side
building setback on Lot 5, Block 1 from 10 feet to 5 feet and separation between buildings from 20
feet to 15 feet. See Section IXAnalysis for more information.
II. SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the proposed MCU with the conditions listed in Exhibit B, based on
the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law in Exhibit C of the Staff Report.
III. PROPOSED MOTION
Approval
After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to approve File Number MCU -14-
006 as presented in the staff report for the hearing date of January 15, 2015, with the following
modifications: (Add any proposed modifications.) I further recommend Staff to prepare Findings of
Fact and Conclusions of Law & Order for the hearing date of February 5, 2015.
Denial
After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to deny File Number MCU -14-006
as presented during the hearing on January 15, 2015, for the following reasons: (You should state
specific reasons for denial and what the applicant could do to gain your approval with another
application.)
Continuance
I move to continue File Number MCU -14-006 to the hearing date of (insert continued hearing date
here) for the following reason(s): (You should state specific reason(s) for continuance.)
IV. APPLICATION AND PROPERTY FACTS
A. Site Address/Location:
The subject property is located southeast of the S. Baltic place/E. Franklin Road intersection at 82
S. Baltic Place, in the northeast'/4 of Section 18, Township 3 North, Range 1 East
B. Owner(s):
L. C. Development, Inc.
P. O. Box 518
Meridian, ID 83680
C. Applicant:
Same as owner
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D. Applicant's Statement/Justification: Please see applicant's narrative for this information.
V. PROCESS FACTS
A. The subject application is for a conditional use permit modification. A public hearing is required
before the Planning & Zoning Commission on this matter, consistent with Meridian City Code
Title 11, Chapter 5.
B. Newspaper notifications published on: December 29, 2014 and January 12, 2015
C. Radius notices mailed to properties within 300 feet on: December 18, 2014
D. Applicant posted notice on site by: January 4, 2014
VI. LAND USE
A. Existing Land Use(s) and Zoning: This site is developed with a mix of office uses and is zoned C-
G.
B. Character of Surrounding Area and Adjacent Land Use and Zoning: There are existing offices, a
vacant lot and parking lot surrounding this site, zoned C -G; and a contractor's yard to the south,
zoned I -L.
C. History of Previous Actions:
In 2001, an annexation and zoning (AZ -01-008) application was approved that included the
subject property; a development agreement (Inst. 102090926) was also approved as a
provision of annexation. A preliminary plat (PP -01-009) was approved that consisted of 9
commercial buildings lots, 1 residential building lot and 4 other non -building lots. A
conditional use permit (CUP -01-015) for a planned unit development was approved in 2001
for mixed use residential/commercial development in the C -G and R-40 zoning districts for
Baltic Place Subdivision.
• In 2003, a final plat (FP -03-054) was approved for 9 commercial building lots & 3 common
lots on 3.11 acres of land in a C -G zoning district, which included the subject property.
D. Utilities:
1. Public Works:
a. Location of sewer: NA
b. Location of water: NA
c. Issues or concerns: None
E. Physical Features:
1. Canals/Ditches Irrigation: There are no canals or ditches on this site.
2. Hazards: Staff is not aware of any hazards that exist on this site.
3. Flood Plain: This site is not within a flood plain.
VII. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
This property is designated High Density Residential (HDR) on the Comprehensive Plan Future Land
Use Map. The purpose of this designation is to allow for the development of multi -family homes in
areas where urban services are provided. Residential gross densities may exceed 15 dwelling units per
acre. Development might include duplexes, apartment buildings, townhouses, and other multi -unit
structures. For more information, see pg. 21 of the Comprehensive Plan.
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The existing and future use of this site for commercial uses was deemed consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan and approved through a planned unit development (CUP -01-015) in 2001.
VIII. UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE
The UDC (11 -5B -6G.3) requires modifications to existing conditional use permits to be considered
by the Planning and Zoning Commission at a public hearing. The Commission may modify the
conditions, limitations and/or scope of the permit, in accord with the limitations and requirements of
subsection F in UDC 11-5B-6.
IX. ANALYSIS
Analysis of Facts Leading to Staff Recommendation:
The applicant requests a modification to the conditional use permit (CUP) approved in 2001 for
the Baltic Place planned unit development (PUD). The City Council required 10 foot interior side
building setbacks on each of the commercial lots with a 20 foot separation between buildings.
The applicant requests a reduced interior side setback from 10 feet to 5 feet and reduced
separation between buildings from 20 feet to 15 feet for Lot 5, Block 1, Baltic Place Subdivision.
The conceptual site plan included in Exhibit A.2 approved with the CUP/PUD shows how the site
was proposed to develop. A new site plan was submitted by the applicant with this application,
included in Exhibit A.3, which shows how Lot 5, Block 1 is proposed to develop with the
modified setbacks.
The City Code in effect in 2001 did not require a minimum interior side setback in the C -G zone
or separation between buildings; however, based on the International Fire Code (IFC) in effect at
that time, the Fire Department requested a greater setback and separation between buildings for
fire suppression and protection.
The Fire Department has reviewed the applicant's request and determined the reduced setback
and separation between buildings meets current IFC and does not object to the modification.
Because there does not seem to be a life safety issue with allowing the proposed separation
between buildings, staff is supportive of the proposed modification to the CUP/PD as requested
by the applicant.
X. EXHIBITS
A. Drawings
1. Vicinity Map
2. Approved Conceptual Site Plan
3. Proposed Elevation and Site plan (dated: 11/25/14)
B. Conditions of Approval
1. Planning Department
2. Public Works Department
3. Fire Department
4. Police Department
5. Sanitary Service Company
6. Ada County Highway District
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Parks Department
C. Required Findings from Unified Development Code
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B. Conditions of Approval
1. PLANNING DEPARTMENT
1.1 The applicant shall comply with all previous conditions of approval associated with this site,
except that Lot 5, Block 1 shall be allowed a 5 -foot interior side setback; a 15 -foot wide
separation between buildings.
2. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
2.1 Public Works has no concerns with this application.
3. FIRE DEPARTMENT
3.1 The Fire Department has no concerns related to this application.
4. POLICE DEPARTMENT
4.1 The Police Department has no concerns related to this application.
5. REPUBLIC SERVICES
5.1 Republic Services did not submit comments on this application.
6. ADA COUNTY HIGHWAY DISTRICT
6.1 ACHD has no comments on this application.
7. PARKS DEPARTMENT
7.1 The Parks Department did not submit comments on this application.
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C. Required Findings from Unified Development Code
1. Conditional Use Permit (UDC 11 -5B -6E)
The Commission shall base its determination on the Conditional Use Permit request upon
the following:
a. 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 subject property is large enough to accommodate the future use and the
dimensional & development regulations of the applicable districts (see Analysis Section IX
for more information).
b. That the proposed use will be harmonious with the Meridian Comprehensive Plan and
in accord with the requirements of this Title.
Staff finds that the planned use of the property is consistent and harmonious with the UDC
and Comprehensive Plan.
c. 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
existing and future development should be compatible with other commercial uses in the area
and should not adversely change the character of the area.
d. 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 future
use on the site will not adversely affect other property in the area.
e. 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 sanitary sewer, domestic water, refuse disposal, and irrigation are currently
provided to the subject property. Staff finds that the proposed use will be served adequately
by all of the public facilities and services listed above.
f. 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.
The applicant will be financing any improvements required for development. Staff finds there
will not be excessive additional requirements at public cost and nor will they be detrimental
to the community's economic welfare.
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g. 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 finds the existing and planned use of the site will not be detrimental to any persons,
property or the general welfare of the area.
h. 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. Further, staff finds that the proposed use will not result in the
destruction, loss or damage of any natural, scenic or historic feature of major importance.
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