PZ - Staff Report for 2-11
Charlene Way
From:Sonya Allen
Sent:Monday, January 29, 2018 9:15 AM
To:Barbara Shiffer; C.Jay Coles; Charlene Way
Cc:kent brown (kentlkb@gmail.com)
Subject:Whistle Stop - RZ, CUP, PFP H-2017-0167 Staff Recommendation to Commission for 2/1
Attachments:Whistle Stop - RZ, CUP, PFP H-2017-0167 Staff Recommendation to Commission.pdf
Attached is the staff report for the proposed rezone, CUP and PFP for Whistle Stop. This item is scheduled to be on the
Commission agenda on February 1st. The public hearing will be held at City Hall, 33 E. Broadway Avenue, beginning at
6:00 pm. Please call or e-mail with any questions.
Kent - Please submit any written response you may have to the staff report to the City Clerk’s office
(cjcoles@meridiancity.org , cway@meridiancity.org , bshiffer@meridiancity.org and myself (e-mail or fax) as soon as
possible.
Thanks,
Sonya
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STAFF REPORT
HEARING DATE: February 1, 2018
TO: Planning and Zoning Commission
FROM: Sonya Allen, Associate Planner
208-884-5533
Bruce Freckleton, Development Services Manager
208-887-2211
SUBJECT: Whistle Stop – RZ, CUP, PFP (H-2017-0167)
I. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF APPLICANT’S REQUEST
The applicant, Biltmore Company, has submitted an application for a rezone (RZ) of 5.73 acres of
land from the L-O to the R-15 zoning district; conditional use permit (CUP) for a multi-family
development consisting of 68 residential units in an R-15 zoning district; and a combined preliminary
and final plat (PFP) consisting of 16 building lots and 3 common lots on 5.7 acres of land in the
proposed R-15 zoning district.
II. SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the proposed RZ, CUP and PFP applications based on the Findings of
Fact and Conclusions of Law in Exhibit D of this report.
III. PROPOSED MOTION
Approval
After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to recommend approval of File
Number H-2017-0167, as presented in the staff report for the hearing date of February 1, 2018, with
the following modifications: (Add any proposed modifications.)
Denial
After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to recommend denial of File
Number H-2017-0167, as presented during the hearing on February 1, 2018, for the following
reasons: (You should state specific reasons for denial.)
Continuance
I move to continue File Number H-2017-0167 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 site is located at 1297 W. Pine Avenue, in the SW ¼ of Section 12, Township 3 North, Range
1 West. (Parcel No. R8521560020)
B. Applicant:
Biltmore Company
1548 Cayuse Way, Ste. 100
Meridian, ID 83646
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C. Owner:
Marlon Hughes
201 Blackberry
Midland, TX 79701
D. Representative:
Kent Brown, Kent Brown Planning Services
3161 E. Springwood Dr.
Meridian, ID 83642
E. Applicant's Statement/Justification: Please see applicant’s narrative for this information.
V. PROCESS FACTS
A. The subject application is for a rezone, conditional use permit and combined preliminary/final
plat. A public hearing is required before the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council,
consistent with Meridian City Code Title 11, Chapter 5.
B. Newspaper notifications published on: January 12, 2018
C. Radius notices mailed to properties within 300 feet on: January 19, 2018
D. Applicant posted notice on site(s) on: January 22, 2018
VI. LAND USE
A. Existing Land Use(s): The site consists of a single undeveloped vacant lot, zoned L-O.
B. Character of Surrounding Area and Adjacent Land Use and Zoning:
North: Multi-family residential (Tramore), zoned L-O
South: Railroad tracks and industrial uses, zoned RUT in Ada County and I-L respectively
East: Multi-family residential (Rockcreek), zoned R-15
West: Assisted living facility (Sabra), zoned L-O
C. History of Previous Actions:
In 1990 and 2001, Records of Surveys (#1823 and #5461, respectively) were recorded for this
property.
In 2001, a conditional use permit (CUP-01-036) for a planned development for a senior
community in an L-O zoning district; and combined preliminary/final plat (PFP-01-006)
consisting of 2 building lots on 10 acres of land in an L-O zoning district was approved for
Tramore Subdivision.
In 2004, a conditional use permit (CUP-04-018) for a planned development consisting of 64
multi-family residential units; and a preliminary plat (PP-04-018) and final plat (FP-04-076)
consisting of 16 building lots and 3 common/other lots on 5.7 acres of land in the L-O zoning
district was approved for Roundtree Subdivision. The developer installed the underground
improvements, including the bridge over the Ninemile Creek and all of the water and sewer
mains and pressure irrigation systems but never commenced construction of buildings.
In 2007, a conditional use permit (CUP-07-002) for a multi-family development consisting of
64 dwelling units [(16) 4-plexes] on 5.7 acres of land in the L-O zoning district; and
preliminary plat (PP-07-004) consisting of 16 residential building lots and 3 common lots was
approved for Doubletree Subdivision. No further development occurred with this approval.
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D. Utilities:
1. Location of sewer: Sanitary sewer mains intended to provide service to the subject site were
installed as part of the previously approved development; however they were never fully
completed or accepted by the city.
2. Location of water: Water mains intended to provide service to the subject site were installed
as part of the previously approved development; however they were never fully completed or
accepted by the city.
3. Issues or concerns: The applicant shall be responsible for the testing and completion of the
installed utilities.
D. Physical Features:
1. Canals/Ditches Irrigation: The Ninemile Creek bisects this site (east/west).
2. Hazards: Staff is not aware of any hazards that exist on this site.
3. Flood Plain: A portion of this site along the Ninemile Creek lies within the floodplain overlay
district.
VII. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The subject property is currently designated High Density Residential (HDR) on the Comprehensive
Plan Future Land Use Map (FLUM). The applicant requests City Council approval of a “step” down
in density to Medium High Density Residential (MHDR) as allowed without an amendment to the
FLUM (see page 21 for more information).
HDR: The HDR designation allows for the development of multi-family homes in areas where urban
services are provided. Residential gross densities should exceed 15 dwelling units per acre.
Development might include duplexes, apartment buildings, townhouses, and other multi -unit
structures. A desirable project would consider the placement of parking areas, fences, berms, and
other landscaping features to serve as buffers between neighboring uses. Developments need to
incorporate high quality architectural design and materials and thoughtful site design to ensure quality
of place and should also incorporate high quality architectural design and materials and thoughtful
site design that incorporate connectivity with adjacent uses and area pathways, attractive landscaping
and individual project identity.
MHDR: The MHDR designation allows for the development of a mix of relatively dense residential
housing types including townhouses, condominiums and apartments. Residential gross densities
should range from 8 to 15 dwelling units per acre, with a target density of 12 units per acre. These are
relatively compact areas within the context of larger neighborhoods and are typically located around
or near mixed use commercial or employment areas to provide convenient access to services and jobs
for residents. Developments need to incorporate high quality architectural design and materials and
thoughtful site design to ensure qualify of place and should also incorporate connectivity with
adjacent uses and area pathways, attractive landscaping and individual project identity.
The applicant is proposing to develop a 68 unit apartment complex with a mix of townhome style
units and more traditional apartments in 4-plex and 8-plex configurations. A gross density of 11.92
units per acre is proposed consistent with the requested step down in density to MHDR and the target
density desired in that designation.
Staff finds the following Comprehensive Plan policies to be applicable to this property and apply to
the proposed use (staff analysis in italics):
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“Permit new development only where urban services can be reasonably provided at the time
of final approval and development is contiguous to the City.” (3.01.01F)
City services are available and will be extended by the developer to the proposed lots upon
development of the site in accord with UDC 11-3A-21.
“Require neighborhood and community commercial areas to create a site design compatible
with surrounding uses. “ (3.05.02A)
The site design of the proposed multi-family residential development is compatible with the
same type of use to the east and the assisted living facility to the west.
“Maintain integrity of neighborhoods to preserve values and ambiance of areas.” (3.05.02)
If the applicant complies with the design standards contained in the Architectural Standards
Manual (ASM), the UDC and the specific use standards for multi-family developments, staff
is of the opinion the proposed use should maintain the integrity of the neighborhood.
“Restrict private curb cuts and access points on collectors and arterial streets.” (3.06.02D)
There is one existing driveway access via W. Pine Avenue; no additional accesses are
proposed via streets.
“Require appropriate landscape and buffers along transportation corridors (setback,
vegetation, low walls, berms, etc.).” (3.06.02F)
A street buffer already exists along W. Pine Avenue, an arterial street, in accord with the
standards listed in UDC 11-3B-7C.
“Protect existing residential properties from incompatible land use development on adjacent
parcels.” (3.06.01F)
There is an existing multi-family development to the east of this site; and an assisted living
facility to the west of this site. Because the proposed use is also residential in nature, it
should be compatible with existing adjacent residential uses.
“Support a variety of residential categories (low-, medium-, medium-high and high-density
single-family, multi-family, townhouses, duplexes, apartments, condominiums, etc.) for the
purpose of providing the City with a range of affordable housing opportunities.” (3.07.01E)
The proposed multi-family development in 4-plex and 8-plex configurations should contribute
to the variety of residential housing available in the City; staff is unaware how “affordable”
the units will be.
“Preserve the existing rail corridor for a future transit system between Boise and Nampa.”
(3.03.04F)
A multi-use pathway is proposed in accord with the Pathways Master Plan adjacent to the
railroad corridor along the south boundary of the site.
“Develop pathways to connect Meridian with Boise, Nampa, Kuna and Eagle.” (6.01.02C)
A pathway exists off-site along the north side of the Ninemile Creek and a segment of the
City’s multi-use pathway system is proposed along the railroad tracks at the south boundary
of the site which will provide interconnectivity with adjacent cities. Staff is also
recommending a dedicated pathway easement is provided along the south side of the creek
since none exists for the pathway on the north side of the creek.
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“Ensure development provides safe routes and access to schools, parks and other community
gathering places.” (3.07.02N)
There is an existing sidewalk to this site from the sidewalk along W. Pine Ave. for safe
pedestrian access.
For the above reasons, staff believes the proposed development is consistent with the Comprehensive
Plan if City Council determines a “step” down in density is appropriate for this site.
VIII. UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE
A. Purpose Statement of Zone: The purpose of the residential districts is to provide for a range of
housing opportunities consistent with the Meridian Comprehensive Plan. Residential districts are
distinguished by the dimensional standards of the corresponding zone and housing types that can
be accommodated.
B. Schedule of Use: Unified Development Code (UDC) Table 11-2A-2 lists the principal permitted,
accessory, conditional, and prohibited uses in the R-15 zoning district. The proposed multi-family
development requires conditional use permit (CUP) approval in the R-15 zoning district.
Compliance with the specific use standards listed in UDC 11-4-3-27, Multi-Family Development,
for the use is also required.
C. Dimensional Standards: Development of the site shall comply with the dimensional standards
listed in UDC 11-2A-7 for the R-15 zoning district and in UDC 11-4-3-27 for multi-family
developments.
D. Landscaping: Street buffer landscaping is required as set forth in UDC Table 11-2A-7 per the
standards listed in UDC 11-3B-7C; parking lot landscaping is required in accord with the
standards listed in UDC 11-3B-8C.
E. Off-Street Parking: UDC Table 11-3C-6 lists the parking requirements for multi-family
dwellings.
F. Structure and Site Design Standards: Development of this site must comply with the design
standards listed in UDC 11-3A-19 and in the Architectural Standards Manual (ASM).
IX. ANALYSIS
A. Analysis of Facts Leading to Staff Recommendation:
REZONE (RZ): A rezone of 5.73 acres of land from the L-O to the R-15 zoning district is
requested. A site development plan has been submitted that depicts how the property is proposed
to develop with (15) 4-plex structures and (1) 8-plex structure containing a total of 68 multi-
family residential units.
Since approval of the previous multi-family developments on this site, the UDC has been revised
to no longer allow such uses in the L-O district. Therefore, a rezone to a residential district is
necessary to develop the site in accord with the residential FLUM designation.
The proposed zoning and development plan is consistent with the MHDR FLUM designation if
City Council deems a step down in density is appropriate for this site without an amendment to
the FLUM.
The legal description submitted with the application, included in Exhibit C, shows the boundary
of the property proposed to be rezoned. The property is within the Area of City Impact boundary.
The City may require a development agreement (DA) in conjunction with a rezone pursuant to
Idaho Code section 67-6511A. In order to ensure the site develops as proposed with this
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application, staff recommends a DA as a provision of the rezone with the provisions included in
Exhibit B.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP): A CUP is requested for a multi-family development
consisting of 68 residential units on 5.7 acres of land in an R-15 zoning district. The units will be
contained in (10) townhome style 4-plexes with the living room downstairs and 2 bedrooms
upstairs; (5) traditional 4-plexes with 2 bedroom units downstairs and 2 bedroom units upstairs;
and, (1) 8-plex with (4) 1-bedroom units downstairs and (4) 1-bedroom units upstairs. The project
will be constructed in one phase.
Specific Use Standards: The specific use standards for multi-family developments listed in UDC
11-4-3-27 apply to development of this site as follows: (Staff’s comments in italics)
A minimum of 80 square feet (s.f.) of private useable open space is required to be
provided for each unit. The floor plans depict 81 square foot patio and balconies for each
unit in compliance with this requirement.
Developments with 20 units or more shall provide a property management office, a
maintenance storage area, a central mailbox location with provisions for parcel mail that
provides safe pedestrian and/or vehicular access and a directory map of the development
at an entrance or convenient location for those entering the development. The preliminary
plat site plan depicts a directory at the entrance to the development and central mailbox
location; a property management office and maintenance storage area shall be depicted
on a revised site plan submitted with the Certificate of Zoning Compliance application.
A minimum of 250 square feet of common open space is required for each unit
containing more than 500 and up to 1,200 square feet of living area. All of the proposed
units are between 500 and 1,200 square feet; therefore, a minimum of 17,000 square feet
(or 0.39 of an acre) of common open space is required for this development that is a
minimum of 400 square feet in area with a minimum length and width dimension of 20
feet. The open space exhibit included in Exhibit A.4 depicts a total of 1.47 acres (or
63,937 s.f.) of common open space in accord with this requirement.
For multi-family developments between 20 and 75 units, 3 site amenities are required to
be provided with at least one from each category listed in UDC 11 -4-3-27D. The
applicant proposes a tot lot with children’s play equipment, an open grassy area of at
least 50’ x 100’ in size, a community garden, covered bicycle storage and a segment of
the City’s multi-use pathway. These amenities fall within the quality of life, open space
and recreation categories as required.
Landscaping is required to comply with UDC 11-4-3-27-F. All street facing elevations
shall have landscaping along their foundation as follows: the landscaped area shall be at
least 3-feet wide and have an evergreen shrub with a minimum mature height of 24
inches for every 3 linear feet of foundation. The remainder of the area shall be landscaped
with ground cover plants. Because this site is set back from Pine Avenue over 400’, there
are no street facing elevations.
The development is required to 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. The applicant should comply with this requirement; the entire complex should
be subject to the same maintenance agreement.
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A minimum building setback of 10 feet is required unless a greater setback is otherwise
required per UDC 11-4-3-27B.1. All buildings depicted on the site plan comply with this
requirement.
All on-site service areas, outdoor storage areas, waste storage, disposal facilities, and
transformer and utility vaults shall be located in areas not visible from a public street, or
shall be fully screened from view from a public street. There are no service areas
proposed on the site that are visible from a public street (i.e. W. Pine Ave.).
Parking: Off-street parking is required for multi-family developments in accord with the
standards listed in UDC Table 11-3C-6. A minimum of 1.5 parking spaces is required for each
dwelling unit that contains one bedroom; and a minimum of 2 parking spaces is required for each
dwelling unit that contains 2 bedrooms with at least one of those spaces being covered by a
carport or garage.
Per the Lot Table in Exhibit A.5, all of the units except for one, which contains (1) bedroom,
contain 2 bedrooms, which requires a minimum of 135.5 parking spaces with at least 69 of those
being covered. The site plan depicts a total of 141 spaces provided with 70 of those being covered
by carports in accord with UDC standards which is 5 more than the minimum required. Staff
recommends the extra 5 spaces are signed for guest parking.
A minimum of one bicycle parking space for every 25 proposed vehicle spaces or portion thereof
is required to be provided on the site per UDC 11-3C-6G in accord with the standards listed in
UDC 11-3C-5C. Based on 141 vehicle spaces proposed, a minimum of 6 bicycle spaces are
required; 7 covered spaces are proposed.
Landscaping: Parking lot landscaping is required to be provided in accord with the standards
listed in UDC 11-3B-8C and will be reviewed with the Certificate of Zoning Compliance
application.
The UDC (11-2B-3) requires a 25-foot wide buffer along arterial streets (i.e. W. Pine Ave.)
planted in accord with the standards listed in UDC 11-3B-7C. There is existing landscaping along
Pine that complies with this requirement.
Fencing: All new fencing is required to comply with the standards listed in UDC 11-3A-7.
Fencing along all natural waterways shall not prevent access to the waterway. In limited
circumstances and in the interest of public safety, larger open water systems may require fencing
as determined by the City Council, director and/or Public Work’s Director in accord with UDC
11-3A-6.
Fencing exists along the east & west property boundaries of the site; a 6-foot tall chain-link fence
exists along the creek. No new fencing is proposed to be constructed with this development.
Trash Enclosure: The design and locations of the trash enclosure(s) is required to be approved
by Bob Olson at Republic Services (phone: 208-345-1265; or, email:
rolson@republicservices.com. A stamped approved plan is required to be submitted with the
Certificate of Zoning Compliance application for the proposed trash enclosure(s).
Open Space: Open space is required to be provided for multi-family developments within
residential districts as set forth in UDC 11-3G-3A.1. A minimum of 10% (or 0.57 of an acre)
qualified open space is required to be provided per the standards listed in UDC 11-3G-3B.
Additionally, per the specific use standards listed in UDC 11-4-3-27C for multi-family
developments, a minimum of 17,000 square feet (or 0.39 of an acre) of common open space is
required based on the square footage of the dwelling units per the standards listed in UDC 11-43-
3-27C.
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Based on the above requirements, a minimum of 0.96 of an acre of qualified open space is
required to be provided within this development. The open space exhibit included in Exhibit A.4
depicts a total of 1.47 acres (or 25.7%) of qualified open space, exceeding the minimum
standards.
Site Amenities: Site amenities are required to be provided within this development in accord
with the standards listed in UDC 11-3G-3C, which requires a minimum of one (1) qualified site
amenity for properties under 20 acres in size; and UDC 11-4-3-27D which requires a minimum of
qualified 3 amenities from each category (i.e. quality of life, open space and recreation).
As discussed above, the applicant proposes a tot lot with children’s play equipment, an open
grassy area of at least 50’ x 100’ in size, a community garden, covered bicycle storage and a
segment of the City’s multi-use pathway. These amenities fall within the quality of life, open
space and recreation categories as required.
Building Elevations: Three (3) different building types are proposed within this development
(i.e. townhome style 4-plexes, traditional 4-plexes, and an 8-plex); all are 2-stories in height.
Building materials consist of a mix of horizontal, board and batten and shake siding with cultured
stone accents and architectural composite roofing.
The architectural character of the structures is required to comply with the standards listed in the
Architectural Standards Manual. The elevations submitted with the Certificate of Zoning
Compliance application should demonstrate compliance with those standards and should be
substantially consistent with the concept elevations submitted with this application and the
conditions contained in this report.
Certificate of Zoning Compliance: The applicant is required to obtain approval of a Certificate
of Zoning Compliance application for establishment of the new use and to ensure all site
improvements and structures comply with the provisions of the UDC and the conditions in this
report, in accord with UDC 11-5B-1.
Design Review: The applicant is required to submit an application for Design Review concurrent
with the Certificate of Zoning Compliance application in accord with UDC 11-5B-8. The site and
building design is required to be generally consistent with the elevations, site plan and landscape
plan submitted with this application, the standards listed in UDC 11-3A-19, the Architectural
Standards Manual and conditions of approval in Exhibit B.
PRELIMINARY/FINAL PLAT (PFP): A combined preliminary and final plat (PFP) is proposed
consisting of 16 building lots and 3 common lots on 5.7 acres of land in the R-15 zoning district.
This is a re-subdivision of Lot 2, Block 1 Tramore Subdivision.
Dimensional Standards: Staff has reviewed the proposed plat for compliance with the
dimensional standards listed in UDC Table 11-2A-7 for the R-15 zoning district and found the
plat in compliance with those standards.
Access: Access to this development is provided from an existing driveway via W. Pine Avenue,
an arterial street. The adjacent development to the south (i.e. Tramore) also uses this driveway for
access. A note should be included on the plat that references the access easement to that property.
A driveway stub exists to this site from the multi-family development to the east; a connection to
that driveway is proposed for interconnectivity.
Landscaping: A 25-foot wide street buffer is required to be provided along W. Pine Avenue, an
arterial street, as set forth in UDC Table 11-2A-7. The buffer is contained within the common lot
for the driveway.
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Sidewalks: Sidewalks are required to be provided with development in accord with the standards
listed in UDC 11-3A-17. Detached sidewalks are required along arterial streets (i.e. W. Pine
Ave.). However, because an attached sidewalk already exists along W. Pine Avenue and it’s in
good condition, Staff does not recommend it’s torn out and reconstructed as a detached sidewalk.
Utilities: All development is required to connect to the City water and sewer system unless
otherwise approved by the City Engineer in accord with UDC 11-3A-21. City water and sewer
service has been extended to each lot.
Pressurized Irrigation: An underground pressurized irrigation system is required to be provided
for the development in accord with UDC 11-3A-15. Each lot has been provided pressure
irrigation from NMID.
Storm Drainage: An adequate storm drainage system is required in all developments in accord
with the City’s adopted standards, specifications, and ordinances, per UDC 11-3A-18. Storm
drainage is proposed to be retained on-site though previously installed sub-surface facilities.
Staff recommends approval of the subject applications with the requirement of a development
agreement with the provisions listed in Exhibit B per the Findings in Exhibit D.
X. EXHIBITS
A. Drawings
1. Vicinity/Zoning & Aerial Map
2. Preliminary Plat (dated: 12/5/17)
3. Final Plat (dated: 12/12/17)
4. Site/Landscape Plan (dated: 12/13/17) & Open Space Exhibit (dated: 12/5/17)
5. Proposed Building Elevations & Floor Plans
B. Agency Comments/Conditions of Approval
1. Planning Division
2. Public Works Department
3. Fire Department
4. Police Department
5. Republic Services
6. Parks Department
7. Ada County Highway District
C. Legal Description & Exhibit Map
D. Required Findings from Unified Development Code
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Exhibit A.1: Vicinity/Zoning & Aerial Map
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Exhibit A.2: Preliminary Plat (dated: 12/5/17)
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Exhibit A.3: Final Plat (dated: 12/12/17)
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Exhibit A.4: Site/Landscape Plan (dated: 12/13/17) & Open Space Exhibit (dated: 12/5/17)
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Bicycle Storage
Community Garden
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Exhibit A.5: Proposed Building Elevations & Floor Plans
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LOT TABLE
LOTS BUILDING BUILDING TYPE SF OF LIVING AREA NUMBER OF BEDROOMS
1 COMMON AREA
2 A 4PLEX 953 SF 2
3 A 4PLEX 953 SF 2
4 A 4PLEX 953 SF 2
5 A 4PLEX 953 SF 2
6 A 4PLEX 953 SF 2
7 COMMON AREA
8 B 4PLEX 1037 SF 2
9 B 4PLEX 1037 SF 2
10 B 4PLEX 1037 SF 2
11 B 4PLEX 1037 SF 2
12 A 4PLEX 953 SF 2
13 A 4PLEX 953 SF 2
14 COMMON AREA
15 C 8PLEX 631 SF 1
16 B 4PLEX 1037 SF 2
17 A 4PLEX 953 SF 2
18 A 4PLEX 953 SF 2
19 A 4PLEX 953 SF 2
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B. Agency Comments/Conditions
1. PLANNING DIVISION
1.1 A Development Agreement (DA) is required as a provision of rezone of this property. Prior to the
rezone ordinance approval, a DA shall be entered into between the City of Meridian, the property
owner(s) at the time of rezone ordinance adoption, and the developer.
Currently, a fee of $303.00 shall be paid by the applicant to the Planning Division prior to
commencement of the DA. The DA shall be signed by the property owner and returned to the
Planning Division within six (6) months of the City Council granting the rezone. The DA shall, at
minimum, incorporate the following provisions:
a. Future development of this site shall substantially comply with the preliminary plat , final plat
and site/landscape plan included in Exhibit A and the conditions contained herein.
b. Future development shall comply with the design standards listed in UDC 11-3A-19 and the
City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual.
1.2 Site Specific Conditions of Approval – Preliminary/Final Plat
1.2.1 The final plat included in Exhibit A.3, dated 12/12/17, shall be revised prior to signature on the
plat by the City Engineer as follows:
a. Graphically depict a permanent dedicated 25-foot wide street buffer along W. Pine Avenue
within Lot 1, Block 1 in accord with UDC 11-3B-7C.2b.
c. Include a note stating, “The bottom elevation of structural footings shall be set a minimum of
12-inches above the highest established normal ground water elevation.”
d. Include a note pertaining to the location of the floodplain on a portion of this property.
e. Include a note on the plat that references the access easement on this site via W. Pine Avenue
across Lot 1, Block 1 for Tramore subdivision (parcel #R8521560010).
1.2.2 Submit a public pedestrian easement for the multi-use pathways proposed on this site that meets
the Park’s Department’s standards to the Planning Division for approval by City Council and
subsequent recordation.
1.2.3 Prior to submittal for the City Engineer’s signature, have the Certificate of Owners and the
accompanying acknowledgement signed and notarized, as well as the signatures of the Ada
County Highway District and the Central District Health Department.
1.2.4 A floodplain development permit application is required to be submitted for development within
the floodplain.
1.3 General Conditions of Approval – Preliminary/Final Plat
1.3.1 Comply with all bulk, use, and development standards of the R-15 zoning district listed in UDC
Chapter 2 District regulations.
1.3.2 Comply with the provisions for irrigation ditches, laterals, canals and/or drainage courses, as set
forth in UDC 11-3A-6.
1.3.3 Install lighting consistent with the provisions as set forth in UDC 11-3A-11.
1.3.4 Provide a pressurized irrigation system consistent with the standards as set forth in UDC 11-3A-
15, UDC 11-3B-6 and MCC 9-1-28.
1.3.5 Comply with the sidewalk standards as set forth in UDC 11-3A-17.
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1.3.6 Install all utilities consistent with the standards as set forth in UDC 11-3A-21 and 11-3B-5J.
1.3.7 Construct all off-street parking areas consistent with the standards as set forth in UDC 11-3B-5I,
11-3B-8C, and Chapter 3 Article C.
1.3.8 Construct the required landscape buffers consistent with the standards as set forth in UDC 11-3B-
7C (streets).
1.3.9 Construct storm water integration facilities that meet the standards as set forth in UDC 11-3B-
11C.
1.3.10 Protect any existing trees on the subject property that are greater than four-inch caliper and/or
mitigate for the loss of such trees as set forth in UDC 11-3B-10.
1.3.11 Provide bicycle parking spaces as set forth in UDC 11-3C-6G consistent with the design
standards as set forth in UDC 11-3C-5C.
1.3.12 Comply with the outdoor service and equipment area standards as set forth in UDC 11-3A-12.
1.3.13 Comply with all provisions of UDC 11-3A-3 with regard to maintaining the clear vision triangle.
1.3.14 Low pressure sodium lighting shall be prohibited as an exterior lighting source on the site.
1.3.15 All fencing constructed on the site shall comply with the standards as set forth in UDC 11-3A-7
and 11-3A-6B as applicable.
1.3.16 100 Watt and 250 Watt, high-pressure sodium street lights shall be required on all public
roadways per the City of Meridian Improvement Standards for Street Lighting. All street lights
shall be installed at developer’s expense. Final design shall be submitted as part of the
development plan set for approval. Applicant shall also include the location of any existing street
lights in the development plan set. Street lighting is required at intersections, corners, cul-de-sacs,
and at a spacing that does not exceed that outlined in the Standards. The contractor’s work and
materials shall conform to the ISPWC and the City of Meridian Supplemental Specifications to
the ISPWC.
1.4 Ongoing Conditions of Approval
1.4.1 The applicant and/or property owner shall have an ongoing obligation to prune all trees to a
minimum height of six feet above the ground or sidewalk surface to afford greater visibility of the
area.
1.4.2 The project is subject to all current City of Meridian ordinances and previous conditions of
approval associated with this site.
1.5 Process Conditions of Approval
1.5.1 No signs are approved with this application. Prior to installing any signs on the property, the
applicant shall submit a sign permit application consistent with the standards in UDC Chapter 3
Article D and receive approval for such signs.
1.5.2 The applicant shall submit and obtain approval of a Certificate of Zoning Compliance and Design
Review application for all future structures proposed on the site from the Planning Division, prior
to submittal of any building permit applications.
1.5.3 The applicant shall complete all improvements related to public life, safety, and health as set forth
in UDC 11-5C-3B. A surety agreement may be accepted for other improvements in accord with
UDC 11-5C-3C.
1.5.4 The applicant shall obtain the City Engineer's signature on a final plat within two years of the
approval of this combined preliminary/final plat as set forth in UDC 11-6B-7A.
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1.5.5 The applicant shall pay any applicable impact fees prior to the issuance of a building permit.
1.6 Site Specific Conditions – Conditional Use Permit
1.6.1 The applicant shall comply with the specific use standards listed in UDC 11-4-3-27, Multi-Family
Development.
1.6.2 Comply with the structure and site design standards listed in UDC 11-3A-19 and the standards
listed in the City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual.
1.6.3 A property management office, a maintenance storage area, a central mailbox location with
provisions for parcel mail that provides safe pedestrian and/or vehicular access and a directory
map of the development at an entrance or convenient location for those entering the development
is required to be provided as set forth in UDC 11-4-3-27B.7; depict on the site plan submitted
with the Certificate of Zoning Compliance application.
1.6.4 Submit a detail of the children’s play equipment with the Certificate of Zoning Compliance
application.
1.6.5 The development is required to 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. The entire complex shall be
subject to the same maintenance agreement.
1.6.6 The property shall be subdivided prior to applying for a Certificate of Zoning Compliance
application to ensure buildings comply with the required setbacks of the R-15 district listed in
UDC Table 11-2A-7.
1.6.7 The site/landscape plan included in Exhibit A.4, dated 12/13/17, shall be revised as follows:
a. Depict landscaping within planter islands within the parking lot in accord with the standards
listed in UDC 11-3B-8C.
b. Depict the proposed 10-foot wide pathway along the south side of the creek if allowed by
Nampa Meridian Irrigation District.
2. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
2.1 Site Specific Conditions of Approval
2.1.1 Correct the orientation of the north arrow on the final plat mapping.
2.1.2 The Whistle Stop Subdivision will need a floodplain development permit application submitted.
The PDF titled “floodplain data” depicts the Ninemile Creek preliminary maps published by
FEMA as part of an Ada County update. These maps are set to be effective sometime in 2019 due
to appeals. The other document depicts the current effective floodplain maps. The current
effective map have Ninmile Creek in this section as an undefined “A” zone and we would require
a detailed study of this reach. FEMA has already done this for you with the preliminary map
revisions, so we will accept this study as “best available data”. However we do not have any
information on the bridge and it appears it was constructed without a floodplain permit. We have
a “no rise” and drawings for the Rockcreek bridge east adjacent to this development but nothing
for Tramore bridge/culvert section. With the permit application you will need to submit details of
the bridge and a “no rise” certification. Your engineer can use the FEMA study as the basis for
this determination.
2.2 General Conditions of Approval
2.2.1 Applicant shall coordinate water and sewer main size and routing with the Public Works
Department, and execute standard forms of easements for any mains that are required to provide
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service outside of a public right-of-way. 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.
2.2.2 Per Meridian City Code (MCC), the applicant shall be responsible to install sewer and water
mains to and through this development. Applicant may be eligible for a reimbursement
agreement for infrastructure enhancement per MCC 8-6-5.
2.2.3 The applicant shall provide easement(s) for all public water/sewer mains outside of public right of
way (include all water services and hydrants). The easement widths shall be 20-feet wide for a
single utility, or 30-feet wide for two. The easements shall not be dedicated via the plat, but
rather dedicated outside the plat process using the City of Meridian’s standard forms. The
easement shall be graphically depicted on the plat for reference purposes. Submit an executed
easement (on the form available from Public Works), a legal description prepared by an Idaho
Licensed Professional Land Surveyor, 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. All easements must be
submitted, reviewed, and approved prior to development plan approval.
2.2.4 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, a single -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
prior to receiving development plan approval.
2.2.5 All existing structures that are required to be removed shall be prior to signature on the final plat
by the City Engineer. Any structures that are allowed to remain shall be subject to evaluation and
possible reassignment of street addressing to be in compliance with MCC.
2.2.6 All irrigation ditches, canals, laterals, or drains, exclusive of natural waterways, intersecting,
crossing or laying adjacent and contiguous to the area being subdivided shall be tiled per UDC
11-3A-6. In performing such work, the applicant shall comply with Idaho Code 42-1207 and any
other applicable law or regulation.
2.2.7 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 may be 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.
2.2.8 Any existing septic systems within 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.
2.2.9 Street signs are to be in place, sanitary sewer and water system shall be approved and activated,
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.
2.2.10 A letter of credit or cash surety in the amount of 110% will be required for all uncompleted
fencing, landscaping, amenities, etc., prior to signature on the final plat.
2.2.11 All improvements related to public life, safety and health shall be completed prior to occupancy
of the structures. Where approved by the City Engineer, an owner may post a performance surety
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for such improvements in order to obtain City Engineer signature on the final plat as set forth in
UDC 11-5C-3B.
2.2.12 Applicant shall be required to pay Public Works development plan review, and construction
inspection fees, as determined during the plan review process, prior to the issuance of a plan
approval letter.
2.2.13 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.
2.2.14 Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with any Section 404 Permitting
that may be required by the Army Corps of Engineers.
2.2.15 Developer shall coordinate mailbox locations with the Meridian Post Office.
2.2.16 All grading of the site shall be performed in conformance with MCC 11-12-3H.
2.2.17 Compaction test results shall be submitted to the Meridian Building Department for all building
pads receiving engineered backfill, where footing would sit atop fill material.
2.2.18 The design 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.
2.2.19 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 ACHD. 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.
2.2.20 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.
2.2.21 A street light plan will need to be included in the civil construction plans. Street light plan
requirements are listed in section 6-5 of the Improvement Standards for Street Lighting. A copy
of the standards can be found at http://www.meridiancity.org/public_works.aspx?id=272.
2.2.22 The City of Meridian requires that the owner post to the City a performance surety in the amount
of 125% of the total construction cost for all incomplete sewer, water and reuse infrastructure
prior to final plat signature. This surety will be verified by a line item cost estimate provided by
the owner to the City. The surety can be posted in the form of an irrevocable letter of credit, cash
deposit or bond. Applicant must file an application for surety, which can be found on the
Community Development Department website. Please contact Land Development Service for
more information at 887-2211.
2.2.23 The City of Meridian requires that the owner post to the City a warranty surety in the amount of
20% of the total construction cost for all completed sewer, water and reuse infrastructure for
duration of two years. This surety will be verified by a line item cost estimate provided by the
owner to the City. The surety can be posted in the form of an irrevocable letter of credit, cash
deposit or bond. Applicant must file an application for surety, which can be found on the
Community Development Department website. Please contact Land Development Service for
more information at 887-221.
3. FIRE DEPARTMENT
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3.1 Any newly installed Fire Department connections for sprinkler or standpipes will require
locking Fire Department plugs.
3.2 Final Approval of the fire hydrant locations shall be by the Meridian Fire Department in accordance
with International Fire Code Section (IFC) 508.5.4 as follows:
a. Fire hydrants shall have a Storz LDH connection in place of the the 4 ½” outlet. The
Storz connection may be integrated into the hydrant or an approved adapter may be used on
the 4 1/2" outlet.
b. Fire hydrants shall have the Storz outlet face the main street or parking lot drive aisle.
c. Fire hydrants shall be placed on corners when spacing permits.
d. Fire hydrants shall not have any vertical obstructions to outlets within 10’.
e. Fire hydrants shall be placed 18” above finished grade to the center of the Storz outlet.
f. Fire hydrants shall be provided to meet the requirements of the Meridian Water Dept.
Standards.
g. Show all proposed or existing hydrants for all new construction or
additions to existing buildings within 1,000 feet of the project.
3.3 All entrances, internal roads, drive aisles, and alleys shall have a turning radius
of 28’ inside and 48’ outside, per International Fire Code Section 503.2.4.
3.4 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.
3.5 Provide signage (“No Parking Fire Lane”) for all fire lanes in accordance with
International Fire Code Sections 503.3 & D103.6.
3.6 Ensure that all yet undeveloped parcels are maintained free of combustible
vegetation as set forth in International Fire Code Section 304.1.2.
3.7 Operational fire hydrants, temporary or permanent street signs, and access roads
with an all-weather surface are required to be installed before combustible
construction material is brought onto the site, as set forth in International Fire
Code Section (IFC) 501.4.
3.8 Commercial and office occupancies will require a fire-flow consistent with
International Fire Code Appendix B to service the proposed project. Fire
hydrants shall be placed per Appendix C.
3.9 Maintain a separation of 5’ from the building to the dumpster enclosure as set
forth in International Fire Code Section 304.3.3.
3.10 Provide a Fire Department Key box entry system for the complex prior to
occupancy as set forth in International Fire Code Section 506.
3.11 The first digit of the Apartment/Office Suite shall correspond to the floor level as
set forth in International Fire Code Section 505.1 and Meridian Amendment 10-4-1.
3.12 The applicant shall work with Public Works and Planning Department staff to provide
an address identification plan and a sign which meets the requirements of the City of
Meridian sign ordinance and is placed in a position that is plainly legible and visible
from the street or road fronting the property, as set forth in International Fire Code
Section 505.1 and Meridian Amendment 104-4-1.
3.13 All portions of the buildings located on this project must be within 150’ of a
paved surface as measured around the perimeter of the building as set forth in
International Fire Code Section 503.1.1.
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3.14 All R-2 occupancies with 3 or more units shall be required to be fire sprinkled
as set forth in International Fire Code Section 903.2.8.
3.15 There shall be a fire hydrant within 100’ of all fire department connections as set
forth in local amendment to the International Fire Code 10-4-1.
3.16 The Fire Department will require Fire Department locking Connection caps on all
FDC inlets. IFC 102.9.
3.17 Buildings over 30’ in height are required to have access roads in accordance
with the International Fire Code Appendix D Section D105.
3.18 Emergency response routes and fire lanes shall not be allowed to have traffic
calming devices installed without prior approval of the Fire Code Official.
National Fire Protection IFC 503.4.1.
3.19 As set forth in International Fire Code Section 504.1, multi-family and
commercial projects shall be required to provide an additional sixty inches (60”)
wide access point to the building from the fire lane to allow for the movement of
manual fire suppression equipment and gurney operations. The unobstructed
breaks in the parking stalls shall be provided so that building access is provided
in such a manner that the most remote part of a building can be reached with a
length of 150' fire hose as measured around the perimeter of the building from
the fire lane. Code compliant handicap parking stalls may be included to assist
meeting this requirement. Contact the Meridian Fire Department for details.
4. POLICE DEPARTMENT
4.1 The Police Department has no comment on this application.
5. REPUBLIC SERVICES
5.1 No comments were received from Republic Services on this application.
6. PARKS DEPARTMENT
6.1 Construct a 10’ multi-use pathway to provide pedestrian connection from proposed sidewalk at
western parking lot edge north to W. Pine Avenue, west of existing access road. Provide fencing
and landscaping consistent with the standards as set forth in UDC 11-3A-7A7 and 11-3B-12C
respectively. Pathway may taper to match sidewalk width where it meets parking lot.
6.2 The applicant shall design and construct the multi-use pathway(s) consistent with the location and
specifications (Chapter 3) set forth in the Meridian Pathways Master Plan unless otherwise
approved by the Parks and Recreation Director.
6.3 Prior to City Engineer signature on the final plat, the applicant shall depict public access
easements for future multi-use pathways on the final plat: one abutting and running parallel to the
railroad right-of-way at the south property line, and one abutting the north property line, north of
the Nine Mile Drain and continuing across access road to west property line.
6.4 Prior to Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall record public access easements for
constructed and future multi-use pathways as noted above, and submit copies of said easements to
the Planning Division.
6.5 The applicant shall have an ongoing obligation to maintain all pathways.
6.6 Prior to City Engineer signature on the final plat, applicant shall submit materials testing reports
documenting that construction of multi-use pathway complies with the City’s pathway design
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standards.
7. ADA COUNTY HIGHWAY DISTRICT
Comments have not yet been received from ACHD on this application.
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C. Legal Description & Exhibit Map
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Exhibit D: Required Findings from Unified Development Code
1. REZONE:
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, the
Council shall make the following findings:
a. The map amendment complies with the applicable provisions of the Comprehensive
Plan;
The Applicant proposes to rezone the subject property from the L-O to the R-15 zoning
district in order to develop the site with multi-family dwellings at a gross density of 11.92
units per acre, consistent with the requested step down in density from HDR to MHDR. (See
section VII above for more information.)
b. The map amendment complies with the regulations outlined for the proposed district,
specifically the purpose statement;
Staff finds that the proposed map amendment from the L-O to the R-15 zoning district is
consistent with the purpose statement for the residential districts as detailed in Section VIII
above.
c. The map amendment shall not be materially detrimental to the public health, safety,
and welfare;
Staff finds that the proposed map amendment will not be detrimental to the public health,
safety, or welfare. City utilities will be extended at the expense of the developer. Staff
recommends that the Commission and Council consider any oral or written testimony that
may be provided when determining this finding.
d. The map amendment shall not result in an adverse impact upon the delivery of services
by any political subdivision providing public services within the City including, but not
limited to, school districts; and,
Staff finds that the proposed zoning amendment will not result in any adverse impact upon
the delivery of services by any political subdivision providing services to this site.
e. The annexation is in the best of interest of the City (UDC 11-5B-3.E).
This finding is not applicable as the application request is for a rezone, not annexation.
2. PRELIMINARY PLAT:
In consideration of a preliminary plat, combined preliminary and final plat, or short plat, the
decision-making body shall make the following findings:
a. The plat is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan;
Staff finds that the proposed plat is in substantial compliance with the adopted
Comprehensive Plan in regard to land use, transportation, and circulation if a step down in
density is approved as requested. Please see Comprehensive Plan Policies and Goals, Section
VII, of the Staff Report for more information.
b. Public services are available or can be made available and are adequate to
accommodate the proposed development;
Staff finds that public services will be provided to the subject property upon development.
(See Exhibit B of the Staff Report for more details from public service providers.)
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c. The plat is in conformance with scheduled public improvements in accord with the
City’s capital improvement program;
Because City water and sewer and any other utilities will be provided by the developer at
their own cost, Staff finds that the subdivision will not require the expenditure of capital
improvement funds.
d. 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, ACHD, etc.) to determine this finding. (See Exhibit B for more
detail.)
e. The development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or general welfare;
and
Staff is not aware of any health, safety, or environmental problems associated with the
platting of this property that should be brought to the Commission or Council’s attention.
ACHD considers road safety issues in their analysis. Staff recommends that the Commission
and Council consider any public testimony that may be presented when determining whether
or not the proposed subdivision may cause health, safety or environmental problems of which
Staff is unaware.
f. The development preserves significant natural, scenic or historic features.
Staff is unaware of any significant natural, scenic or historic features that exist on this site.
3. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FINDINGS:
The Commission and Council shall review the particular facts and circumstances of each
proposed conditional use in terms of the following, and may approve a conditional use
permit if they shall find evidence presented at the hearing(s) is adequate to establish:
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 if the site is designed according to the conditions of approval in Exhibit B, the
site will be large enough to accommodate the proposed use and meet the dimensional and
development regulations of the R-15 zoning district and multi-family development specific
use standards.
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 if Council approves a step down in density from HDR to MHDR, the
proposed multi-family development in the R-15 zone will meet the objectives of the
Comprehensive Plan. Multi-family developments are a desired use in both the HDR and
MHDR designations.
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 the proposed multi-family development is compatible with other uses in the
general area and will not adversely change the character of the area.
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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 the proposed development should not adversely affect other property in the
vicinity if the applicant complies with all conditions of approval listed in Exhibit B of this
staff report and constructs all improvements and operates the use in accordance with the UDC
standards.
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 and irrigation can be made available to the
subject property. Please refer to comments prepared by the Public Works Department, Fire
Department and other agencies.
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.
Staff finds that the applicant will 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.
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 that the proposed development will not involve uses that will create nuisances that
would be detrimental to the general welfare of the surrounding area.
Staff recognizes the fact that traffic and noise will increase with the approval of this
development; however, Staff does not believe that the amount generated will be detrimental
to the general welfare of the public.
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 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.