PZ - Staff Report for 12-22
STAFF REPORT
C OMMUNITY D EVELOPMENT D EPARTMENT
HEARING 12/22/2020
DATE:
TO: Mayor & City Council
FROM:
Alan Tiefenbach
208-489-0573
SUBJECT: H-2020-0093
Oakwind Estates Subdivision – PP and
MDA
LOCATION: Northeast Corner of N. McDermott Road
and W. McMillan Road
I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Preliminary Plat (PP) proposal consisting of 94 single family lots, 92 townhouse lots, 3 common
driveways and 26 common lots on 24.54 acres in the R-15 zone. A concurrent development
agreement modification (Instrument #114030972) is submitted to change the development plan from
multifamily and self-storage uses to the single family and townhome uses being proposed with the
subject project. NOTE: The Oaks development agreement governs a larger area that what is being
proposed with this development application. Therefore, the subject modification will exclude the
subject property from the boundary of the overall DA, so the applicant can enter into a new DA with
provisions that are relevant to the proposed development.
II. SUMMARY OF REPORT
A. Project Summary
Description Details Page
Acreage 24.54
Future Land Use Designation Medium Density Residential
Existing Land Use(s) Vacant
Proposed Land Use(s) Single Family Residential
Lots (# and type; bldg./common) 94 single family lots, 92 townhouse lots, 3 common
driveways and 26 common lots
Phasing Plan (# of phases) Two Phases
Number of Residential Units (type 186 – 94 SFR detached and 92 townhomes
of units)
Density (gross & net) 7.58 du / acre gross, 10.13 du / acre net
Open Space (acres, total 4.97 acres total, 4.16 acres (16.95%) qualified open space.
\[%\]/buffer/qualified)
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Description Details Page
Amenities Pathways, central lawn, playground, fire pit, outdoor
kitchen and shelter, additional qualified open space >
20,000 sq. ft.
Physical Features (waterways, None
hazards, flood plain, hillside)
Neighborhood meeting date; # of Oct 10, 2019, 2 attendees
attendees:
History (previous approvals) Oakcreek AZ 08-004, Oaks North- RZ-13-015, PP-13-
0014, MDA-13-015 & DA Instrument #114030974; and
Oakwind H-2018-0119. The previous Oakwind
development is not moving forward because the applicant
failed to execute the amended development agreement. The
new proposal is intended to supersede the previous
approval.
B. Community Metrics
Description Details Page
Ada County Highway District
Yes
Staff report (yes/no)
Yes
Requires ACHD Commission
Action (yes/no)
Access (Arterial/Collectors/State 2 local streets, Cherrybrook Drive and Daphne Street, will
Hwy/Local)(Existing and Proposed) connect to N. Trident Way, which connects to W.
McMillan Rd (arterial).
Traffic Level of Service D
Existing Road Network No existing internal roads.
Existing Arterial Sidewalks / McDermott Road – Undeveloped (no sidewalks or buffers)
Buffers McMillan Road – Undeveloped (no sidewalks or buffers)
Proposed Road Improvements Applicant required to construct all internal roads.
10’ wide walkway and installation of curb and gutter along
N. McDermott and W. McMillan.
Distance to nearest City Park (+ +/- 2 ½ miles, Seasons Park, Keith Bird Legacy Park
size)
Fire Service
3.5 miles
Distance to Fire Station
> 5 minutes
Fire Response Time
86%
Resource Reliability
1
Risk Identification
Roadway access, radio coverage
Accessibility
No aerial device necessary
Special/resource needs
1,000 gpm
Water Supply
None needed
Other Resources
Police Service
8 miles
Distance to Police Station
> 5 minutes
Police Response Time
102 within one mile
Calls for Service
47% P2, 53% P3
% of calls for service split by
priority
Satisfactory.
Accessibility
None necessary.
Specialty/resource needs
14
Crimes
3
Crashes
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Description Details Page
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Other Reports
West Ada School District
Pleasant View ES - 1.8 Miles
Impacted Schools
Star MS – 7.2 Miles
Meridian HS – 5.5 Miles
Pleasant View ES - 650
Capacity of Schools
Star MS – 1000
Meridian HS – 2075
Pleasant View ES - 356
# of Students Enrolled
Star MS – 701
Meridian HS – 1975
Pleasant View ES - 60
Estimated New Students Generated by Development
Star MS – 30
Meridian HS – 40
Wastewater
0
Distance to Sewer Services
N. McDermott Trunkshed
Sewer Shed
See application
Estimated Project Sewer ERU’s
13.97
WRRF Declining Balance
Yes
Project Consistent with WW Master Plan/Facility
Plan
Water
0
Distance to Water Services
1
Pressure Zone
See application
Estimated Project Water ERU’s
No concerns
Water Quality
Yes
Project Consistent with Water Master Plan
* Water main should be removed from McDermott
Impacts/Concerns
Rd.
* Water main in Daphne St should be 12”, the main
shall extend west and stub at McDermott Rd
* Alley with both water and sewer shall be 20’ wide
with 5’ easements on either side to a total of 30’.
* Each phase of the development will need to be
modeled to verify minimum fire flow pressure is
maintained.
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Future Land Use Map Aerial Map
Zoning Map Planned Development Map
III. APPLICANT INFORMATION
A. Applicant:
Becky McKay, Engineering Solutions LLP – 1029 N. Rosario St. Ste 100, Meridian ID 83642
B. Owner:
Toll Southwest LLC – 3103 W. Sheryl Dr, Ste 100, Meridian ID 83642
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C. Representative:
Becky McKay, Engineering Solutions LLP – 1029 N. Rosario St. Ste 100, Meridian ID 83642
IV. NOTICING
Planning & Zoning City Council
Posting Date Posting Date
Newspaper Notification
10/16/2020
Radius notification mailed to
10/13/2020
properties within 300 feet
Public hearing notice sign posted
10/27/20
on site
Nextdoor posting
10/13/2020
V. STAFF ANALYSIS
This proposal includes platting the subject property to allow 94 single family lots, 92 townhouse lots,
3 common driveways and 26 common lots on 24.54 acres previously conceptually approved to
develop with multifamily and self-storage uses. This proposal includes amending the existing
development agreement (Instrument #114030972) that only allows multifamily and self-storage on
this property. This subdivision is proposed to develop in two (2) phases as shown on the preliminary
plat.
In 2008, the subject property received annexation approval (AZ-08-004) for a large master planned
residential development (Oak Creek AZ 08-004 and PP-08-003). The original annexation included
318.74 acres, although at the time only 139 lots on 30.72 acres at the SW corner of McMillan Road
and Black Cat Road were proposed for platting (including the subject property). This was because
city services were only available to this area with the expansion of the Black Cat trunk. The
annexation included development agreement instrument # 109009629 (agreement later terminated
and replaced with the agreement noted below).
In 2013, the subject property was rezoned to the R-15 zone and was included as a portion of the Oaks
North Subdivision. The Oaks North Plat included a lot for both the multifamily and self-storage uses.
The lot that was to develop with multi-family was required to at a density range between 8-15 du /
acre and the self-storage was allowed on 7.83 acres on the southern portion of the property subject to
further approvals per the recorded DA..
In 2018, the 16.71 acre multifamily lot was proposed to be rezoned from R-15 to R-8 to develop
eighty-two (82) single-family detached dwellings on lots ranging in size from 5,400 square feet to
8,600 square feet with an average lot size of 5,843 square feet (the Oakwind Subdivision H-2018-
0119). This proposal included yet another amendment to the existing development agreement to
remove the multifamily uses. This proposal was recommended for approval by the January 17, 2019
Planning Commission, but was withdrawn by the applicant in June of 2019 before proceeding to the
City Council. Accordingly, the Oaks North Plat and DA #114030972 still govern this property.
A. Development Agreement Modification (MDA)
The Applicant proposes to revise the following sections of Development Agreement Instrument #
114030972:
5.1.4 “Development of the multi-family lots requires conditional use permit approval. The
density range in these areas shall be 8 to 15 dwelling units to the acre.”
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Proposed for deletion.
5.1.9 “The proposed outdoor storage is an accessory use in the R-15 district for the benefit of
the proposed residential developments and shall not operate as a stand-alone commercial
business. Development of this lot shall not commence until the Owner/Developer obtains
certificate of zoning compliance and design review approval of the storage facility.”
Proposed for deletion.
5.1.12 “The Owner/Developer shall provide a method for notifying home owners of the future
multi-family developments proposed with the Oaks North and Oaks South developments
as determined by the Planning Division Manager.”
Proposed revision would strike the reference to the Oaks North.
B. Staff supports a modification to the development agreement. As described below, the result would
still be a diversity in housing, with a significant amount of useable open space. However, since
the development agreement applies to the entire Oaks North and South (of which this property
is only a small part) staff believes it would be better to leave the existing development
agreement as is and create a new development agreement for this property. Future Land Use
Map Designation (https://www.meridiancity.org/compplan)
The site is designated MDR (Medium Density Residential), which allows smaller residential lots.
Uses may include single-family homes at gross densities of 3 to 8 dwelling units or less per acre
(du./acre).
The applicant proposes to develop this 24.54-acre site with 94 single family lots and 92
townhouse lots at a gross density of 7.58 dwelling units per acre (d.u./acre) consistent with the
MDR FLUM designation.
C. Comprehensive Plan Policies (https://www.meridiancity.org/compplan):
(Staff analysis is in italics after the cited policy)
Encourage a variety of housing types that meet the needs, preferences, and financial
capabilities of Meridian’s present and future residents. (2.01.02D)
94 single family homes are proposed on the northern portion of the development on lots
between 3,000 square feet and 5,500 square feet, with the average lot size being 3,700 square
feet. The southern portion is proposed to develop with 92 townhomes on lots between 2,100
square feet and 3,200 square feet, with the average townhouse lot being 2,481 square feet.
With the Oaks North and South Subdivisions being comprised of 963 single family lots with
lot sizes averaging 10,000 sq. ft. +/-) this proposal for smaller lot sizes and single family
attached provides the “missing middle” housing encouraged by the Comprehensive Plan.
Avoid the concentration of any one housing type or lot size in any geographical area; provide
for diverse housing types throughout the City. (2.01.01G)
As mentioned above, this proposal would allow for a more diverse type of housing.
With new subdivision plats, require the design and construction of pathway connections, easy
pedestrian and bicycle access to parks, safe routes to schools, and the incorporation of usable
open space with quality amenities” (2.02.01A).
This new subdivision provides a 10’ wide pathway along W. McDermott Rd. and a 10’ wide
pathway along W. McMillan Rd. A 5’ wide pathway bisects the proposed development north
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– south and links to a 10’ wide pathway connecting the future Gem Innovation School to the
Oaks North development. The townhouses are organized along mews with pathways and
open space dividing the townhouse rows into groups of 5 and 7 units.
The proposed plat depicts a total of 4.16 acres (or 16.95%) of qualified open space, much of
which is usable, and amenities consisting of a central open grassy area, community
playground, fire pit, outdoor kitchen and shelter. The development as proposed would result
in a pedestrian-friendly community that links to surrounding development and provide quality
open space for the residents.
“Permit new development only where it can be adequately served by critical public facilities
and urban services at the time of final approval, and in accord with any adopted levels of
service for public facilities and services.” (3.03.03F)
City water and sewer services are available and can be extended by the developer with
development in accord with UDC 11-3A-21. A regional sewer lift station and pressure sewer
line were installed with the Oaks South Subdivision, extending east on McMillan Road and
then south on Black Cat Road to the North Black Cat Lift Station. Oakwind Estates (this
development) will connect to an existing 15-inch gravity sewer main line in N. Trident Way.
An 8-inch sewer main line will be constructed and will be stubbed through a common lot to
McDermott Road for future service to the west. The applicant will be required to extend the
12-inch water main located at the intersection of McMillan and McDermott Roads north
along the development’s McDermott frontage.
This development cannot be served by Meridian Fire within the 5-minute response time but
does meet the resource reliability goal of greater than 80%. Extended response times put the
residents and first responders at a higher risk. More than one point of access is available to
this property as N. Trident Way and W. Milano Dr. (which provides access to W. McMillan
via N. Rustic Oak Way) have already been constructed and stubbed to the subject property as
part of the Oaks North No. 1.
Require urban infrastructure be provided for all new developments, including curb and gutter,
sidewalks, water and sewer utilities. (3.03.03G)
Urban sewer and water infrastructure and curb, gutter and sidewalks is required to be
provided with development as proposed.
“Reduce the number of existing access points onto arterial streets by using methods such as
cross-access agreements, access management, and frontage/backage roads, and promoting
local and collector street connectivity” (6.01.02B).
The proposed street network stubs two streets to the east – W. Cherrybrook Dr. and W.
Daphne St. - which connect to N. Trident Way. N. Trident Way terminates at W. McMillan
Rd to the south and W. Milano Dr. in the Oaks North development to the north. This proposal
would not provide direct access to an arterial nor would it increase the number of access
points to nearby collectors or arterials.
Require all new development to create a site design compatible with surrounding uses
through buffering, screening, transitional densities, and other best site design practices.
(3.07.01A)
The proposed density of 7.5 du / acre meets the Comprehensive Plan’s recommendation of 3-
8 dwelling units per acre, and provides a diversity of housing anticipated by the Plan for this
area. However, staff notes townhouse lots as small as 2,200 sq. ft. are directly across the
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street from lots in the Oaks North No. 1 Subdivision which are between 8,000 square feet and
9,100 sf. ft. The applicant has noted Toll Southwest LLC (the owner) is also the developer of
the Oaks North No. 1 to the east, and the subject property is part of this larger development.
D. Existing Structures/Site Improvements:
There are no existing structures presently on the property.
E. Proposed Use Analysis:
The applicant proposes single-family detached and townhome dwellings which are listed as a
principal permitted use in the R-15 zoning district per UDC Table 11-2A-2.
F. Dimensional Standards (UDC 11-2):
The preliminary plat and future development is required to comply with the dimensional
standards listed in UDC Table 11-2A-7 for the R-15 district. All lots meet the minimum 2,000 sq.
ft. requirements, and future structures should comply with the minimum setbacks of the district.
UDC 11-6C-3- regulates block lengths for residential subdivisions. Staff has reviewed the
submitted plat for conformance with these regulations. The intent of this section of code is to
ensure block lengths do not exceed 750 feet, although there is the allowance of an increase in
block length to 1000 feet if a pedestrian connection is provided. Two pedestrian connections and
a common open space area bisect the lots along N. McDermott Rd. in Block 1 with the longest
block face being 628 feet.
G. Access (UDC 11-3A-3, 11-3H-4):
This development is estimated to generate 888 additional vehicle trips per day. ACHD previously
reviewed this site as part of The Oaks Subdivision in December 2013 and as Oakwind
Subdivision in February 2018. ACHD has noted their requirements will remain the same for this
project, as the number of lots as proposed would likely be less dense than the 3 multifamily lots
that were approved with the previous proposal.
There are presently no local roadways within the site. This proposal includes 2 local streets -
Cherrybrook Drive and Daphne Street - that are proposed to stub to the site’s east property line.
This would connect to N. Trident Way (approved and constructed as part of the Oaks North),
which would route traffic to W. McMillian Rd. The applicant also proposes to provide alley-
loaded access to townhouses in Block 3 by constructing a 20-foot wide paved alley that runs
east/west between Marysville Way and Palustris Way. The proposed new access points are
consistent with Comprehensive Plan action item 6.01.02B which restricts access points on arterial
streets.
W. McMillan Rd. to the south and McDermott Road to the west are improved with 2-travel lanes
and no curb, gutter or sidewalk abutting the site. An interim signal is planned to be installed at the
W. McMillan Rd / N. Black Cat Rd. intersection in the next two years. Future improvements to
W. McMillian Rd include widening W. McMillan Rd to 3-lanes from McDermott Road to Black
Cat Road and installing a roundabout at this intersection. Future plans for N. McDermott Rd.
include widening to three lanes. At the request of ACHD, the applicant is required to dedicate
right-of-way and improve both roads along the frontages. Improvements include a 10’ wide
walkway along both roads and installation of curb and gutter.
Per ACHD, Marysville Street and Palustris Avenue are proposed to be greater than 750-feet in
length and will need to be redesigned to reduce the length of the roadways or to include the use of
passive design elements. Stop signs, speed humps/bumps and valley gutter are not accepted as
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traffic calming. Prior to City Council, the applicant should be required to submit a revised
preliminary plat showing the redesigned roadways and approved by ACHD.
Finally, UDC 11-3H states residential development along McDermott Road from Chinden Blvd
to I-84 is required to provide noise abatement by constructing a berm or a berm and wall
combination a minimum of ten feet (10') higher than the elevation at the centerline approximately
parallel to W. McDermott Rd. The landscape plan does not reflect this improvement. As a
condition of approval, staff recommends the applicant submit a landscape plan which meets the
requirements of UDC 11-3H-4D prior to City Council.
H. Common Driveways (UDC 11-6C-3):
The proposed preliminary plat shows three common driveways (Lots 17, 47 and 73 Block 1).
Lots 17 and 47 will each serve three single family residences, and Lot 73 will serve 4 single
family attached units. The common driveways meet the minimum width of twenty feet (20'), and
none of the driveways exceed the maximum allowed length of one hundred fifty feet (150').
A perpetual ingress/egress easement for the common driveway(s) is required to be filed with the
Ada County Recorder, which shall include a requirement for maintenance of a paved surface
capable of supporting fire vehicles and equipment. A copy of the easement should be submitted to
the Planning Division prior to signature on the final plat.
I. Parking (UDC 11-3C):
Off-street parking is required to be provided for single-family attached and detached dwellings
based on the number of bedrooms per unit (i.e. 2, 3 and 4 bedroom units require 4 per dwelling
unit with at least 2 in an enclosed garage, other spaces may be enclosed or a minimum 10’ x 20’
parking pad) in accord with the standards listed in UDC Table 11-3C-6. All elevations show at
least two car garages, and the landscape plan shows parking pads of least 20’ x 20’in front of the
single family attached.
The applicant has provided a parking exhibit for the single family attached portion of the project
(southern portion). The parking plan provides a 33’ local street section which allows for
additional on-street parking. It is important to note this on-street parking does not count toward
meeting minimum requirements. ACHD and Meridian Fire have both reviewed the plan and have
not expressed concerns.
J. Pathways ( UDC 11-3A-8):
As mentioned in the Comprehensive Plan analysis above, this new subdivision provides a 10’
pathway along W. McDermott Rd., a 10’ pathway along W. McMillan Rd. and 5’ micro-
pathways interspersed throughout the development. As required by UDC 11-3A-8, all micro-
pathways are within lots of at least 15’ in width and contain landscape strips of at least 5’ in
width with at least 100 tree per hundred linear feet as required by UDC 11-3B-12.
K. Sidewalks (UDC 11-3A-17):
Attached sidewalks are proposed throughout the development on both sides of all roads and meet
the minimum widths of UDC 11-3A-17.
L. Parkways (UDC 11-3A-17):
No parkways are proposed with this development.
M. Landscaping (UDC 11-3B):
The proposed landscape plan meets the requirements of UDC 11-3B. 15 species of trees are
provided where at least 5 different species are required. All proposed trees meet the minimum
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sizes as indicated in Table 11-3B-5-2. A 35’ wide landscape buffer is proposed along N.
McDermott Rd as is required for an entryway corridor, and a 35’ wide buffer is shown along W.
McMillan Rd. whereas 20’ would be required. The minimum landscape buffer density of 1 tree
per 35’ linear feet is exceeded, and all pathways include the minimum 5’ landscape strip on each
side of the pathway. Several landscaped common open spaces are provided including a central
park of approximately 1 acre. Finally, landscaped mews of at least 20’ are provided along the
front of each single family attached unit, all containing a pathway and trees.
The proposed landscape plan contains a note which indicates no trees exist on site and therefore
tree preservation or mitigation does not apply.
N. Qualified Open Space (UDC 11-3G):
The development proposes 4.16 acres (16.95%) of qualified open space. This includes several
grassy areas larger than 50’ x 100’, pathways along all the landscape buffers, micro-pathways
internal to the development and along mews fronting the single family attached, and a one-acre
park central to the development. The development proposes quality open space which exceeds the
requirements.
O. Qualified Site Amenities (UDC 11-3G):
The proposal includes a one-acre park with a playground, fire pit, outdoor kitchen and shelter. In
addition, 4.16 acres of qualified open space is proposed, which is 1.76 acres over the minimum
requirement of 2.4 acres. (Additional qualified open space of at least twenty thousand (20,000)
square feet is counted as an additional amenity.) The development exceeds the minimum
requirements for qualified site amenities.
P. Waterways (UDC 11-3A-6):
No waterways bisect this development.
Q. Fencing (UDC 11-3A-6, 11-3A-7):
All fencing constructed on the site is required to comply with the standards listed in UDC 11-3A-
7. A 6-foot tall solid vinyl fence is proposed along N. McDermott Rd. and W. McMillan Rd., and
4’ vinyl fencing is proposed along pathway connections, and common open areas as it allowed by
UDC 11-3A-7-A.
As mentioned in the section regarding access above, noise abatement by constructing a berm or a
berm and wall combination a minimum of ten feet (10') is required along W. McDermott Rd. As a
condition of approval, staff recommends the applicant submit a landscape plan which meets the
requirements of UDC 11-3H-4D prior to City Council.
R. Utilities (UDC 11-3A-21):
Connection to City water and sewer services is proposed. Street lighting is required to be installed
in accord with the City’s adopted standards, specifications and ordinances.
S. Building Elevations (UDC 11-3A-19 | Architectural Standards Manual):
Conceptual building elevation renderings were submitted for the future single family detached
and townhomes within the development. Home styles for both types of home include the
Bungalow, Farmhouse, and Craftsman. Materials include lap siding, pitched composite shingle
roofs with gables, and vinyl windows. Several building types include exposed timber frame.
Overall, staff believes the architecture and materials are high quality but does have concerns. One
concern is the length of the first story roofs on the single-family homes. It is staff’s opinion that
these roofs should extend further over to the garage doors, or there should be another roof
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element on the garage side of the house. Staff likewise has concerns with the porch roof elements
that are over the doors on the townhouses and recommends these elements comprise a larger
percentage of the townhouse façade.
Staff also has concerns with the length of the rooflines of several of the townhouse rows. As a
condition of approval, staff recommends no single family attached roofline may exceed more than
50 (fifty) feet without providing variations in roof profile including but not limited at least two of
the following: two or more visible roof planes; dormers, lookouts or, turrets. Townhouses will be
required to be reviewed with a future design review process and will be required to meet the
standards of the Architectural Standards Manual (ASM).
Also, because the rear and/or sides of 2-story homes will be highly visible from the arterial streets
(i.e. N. McDermott and W. McMillan Rd.), staff recommends articulation is incorporated through
changes in two or more of the following: modulation (e.g. projections, recesses, step-backs, pop-
outs), bays, banding, porches, balconies, material types, or other integrated architectural elements
to break up monotonous wall planes and roof lines that are visible from these roads. One story
residences are exempt from this requirement.
VI. DECISION
A. Staff:
The proposed plat includes less density than what was originally approved, but still contains a
diverse housing stock in terms of lot sizes, house sizes, and both detached and attached housing
product. ACHD reviewed the impacts of earlier projects in this location which included more
density and determined roads are either adequate or will be upgraded to satisfactorily serve the
project. Water and sewer can be extended to the subject property. Finally, the qualified open
space and amenities as proposed exceed the minimum requirements; the amount of qualified open
space is almost double what is required, is central to the development and there are numerous
pathways integrated into and out of the plat.
Staff recommends approval of the requested preliminary plat and creation of a new development
agreement for this property with the conditions noted in Section VII. per the Findings in Section
IX.
B. The Meridian Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on November 5, 2020. At
the public hearing, the Commission moved to recommend approval of the subject
preliminary plat and development agreement modification request.
1. Summary of the Commission public hearing:
a. In favor: Becky McKay, Engineering Solutions LLP
b. In opposition: None
c. Commenting: Becky McKay, Engineering Solutions LLP
d. Written testimony: None
e. Staff presenting application: Alan Tiefenbach
f. Other Staff commenting on application: Bill Parsons
2. Key issue(s) of public testimony:
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a. None
3. Key issue(s) of discussion by Commission:
a. Inquired how much surrounding development had been built out.
b. Discussion regarding limiting shared drives to no more than 3 units.
c. Expressed concerns regarding additional parking in the townhouse portion.
d. Preferred additional open space for the townhouse portion.
4. Commission change(s) to Staff recommendation:
a. Recommended DA be modified to include a limitation to no more than 3 units on
a common drive.
b. Recommended DA be modified to include revised conceptual plans that
incorporate additional parking and open space for the townhouses.
c. Revised width of pathway along W. McMillian Rd from 10’ to 5’.
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EXHIBITS
A. Preliminary Plat (date: 9/1/2020)
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B. Phasing Plan (date: 9/1/2020)
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C. Landscape Plan (date: 9/1/2020)
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D. Qualified Open Space Exhibit (date: 9/1/2020)
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E. Townhouse Parking Plan
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F.1. Building Elevations (date: 11/5/2020)
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F.2. Revised Building Elevations (date: 11/5/2020)
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F.3 Revised Building Elevations (date: 11/5/2020)
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I. Legal Description
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CITY/AGENCY COMMENTS & CONDITIONS
A. P LANNING D IVISION
The subject property shall no longer be subject to the terms of the existing Development
Agreement (DA) (Inst. #114030972) upon the property owner(s) entering into a new agreement.
The new DA shall be signed by the property owner(s) and returned to the Planning Division
within six (6) months of the City Council granting subject modification. Currently, a fee of
$303.00 shall be paid by the Applicant to the Planning Division prior to commencement of the
DA. The new DA shall incorporate the following provisions:
a. Future development of this site shall be generally consistent with the submitted plat,
phasing plan, landscape plan, open space exhibit, amenities and conceptual building
elevations for included in Section VII and the provisions contained herein.
b. The applicant shall construct the street buffers, pathways and sound attenuation wall
along N. McDermott Rd. and W. McMillan Rd with the first phase of development.
c. The pathway along W. McMillan Rd shall be reduced from 10’ to 5’ in width.
d. No single family attached roofline may exceed more than 50 (fifty) feet without
providing variations in roof profile including but not limited at least two of the following:
two or more visible roof planes; dormers, lookouts or, turrets. Planning approval will be
required at time of building permit.
e. The Development Agreement shall require the rear and/or sides of 2-story structures that
face the arterial streets (i.e. N. McDermott and W. McMillan Rd.) to incorporate
articulation through changes in two or more of the following: modulation (e.g.
projections, recesses, step-backs, pop-outs), bays, banding, porches, balconies, material
types, or other integrated architectural elements to break up monotonous wall planes and
roof lines. Single-story structures are exempt from this requirement. Planning approval
will be required at time of building permit.
f. DA shall include a limitation to no more than 3 units on a common drive.
g. DA shall include revised conceptual plans that incorporate additional parking and open
space for the townhouses.
2. The preliminary plat included in Section VII.A, shall be revised ten (10) days prior to the Council
hearing as follows:
a. Note #10: Revise to include Lot 84, Block 1 as a common lot to be owned and
maintained by the Home Owners Association.
b. Marysville Street and Palustris Avenue will need to be redesigned to reduce the length of
the roadways or to include the use of passive design elements. Stop signs, speed
humps/bumps and valley gutter are not accepted as traffic calming. The applicant shall
submit a revised preliminary plat showing the redesigned roadways and approved by
ACHD prior to City Council.
3. The landscape plan included in Section VII.B shall be revised ten (10) days prior to the Council
hearing as follows:
a. The applicant shall revise the landscape plan to include a berm and sound attenuation
wall along W. McDermott Rd as required in UDC 11-3H-4D. All required landscaping
shall be on the west side of the wall.
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4. Prior to the Planning Commission, the Applicant shall revise the proposed elevations to extend
the first-floor rooflines on the single-family residences further toward the garage or incorporate a
similar element, and expand the porch roofs on the townhouses to include a larger percentage of
the facade.
5. For lots accessed by common driveways, an exhibit is required to be submitted with the final plat
application that depicts the setbacks, fencing, building envelope and orientation of the lots and
structures. Driveways for abutting properties that aren’t taking access from the common
driveway(s) should be depicted on the opposite side of the shared property line away from the
common driveway. Solid fencing adjacent to common driveways is prohibited unless separated
by a minimum 5-foot wide landscaped buffer.
a. A perpetual ingress/egress easement is required to be filed with the Ada County Recorder
for all common driveways, which shall include a requirement for maintenance of a paved
surface capable of supporting fire vehicles and equipment. A copy of the easement should
be submitted to the Planning Division prior to signature on the final plat.
6. Future development shall be consistent with the minimum dimensional standards listed in UDC
Table 11-2A-7 for all buildable lots.
7. Off-street parking is required to be provided in accord with the standards listed in UDC Table 11-
3C-6 for single-family detached dwellings based on the number of bedrooms per unit.
8. All townhouses are required to complete design review approval prior to building permits.
9. Developer shall comply with all ACHD conditions of approval.
10. The Applicant shall have a maximum of two (2) years to obtain City Engineer’s signature on a
final plat in accord with UDC 11-6B-7.
11. Staff’s failure to cite specific ordinance provisions does not relieve the applicant of responsibility.
B. P UBLIC W ORKS D EPARTMENT
1. Site Specific Conditions of Approval
1.1 The water main in W. Daphne Street needs to be 12-inch diameter. The water main shall extend
west, and stub at McDermott Road.
1.2 Each phase will need to be modeled at Final Plat to verify there aren't any pressure issues.
1.3 Remove the water main in McDermott Rd
1.4 Confirm sewer mainline slope from SSMH TL-12 to the first new proposed Manhole (should be
0.04%). Need to ensure that property to the west has adequate depth for future development.
1.5 When there are four or more lots on a common drive, a mainline can be installed in lieu of
extending service lines.
2. General Conditions of Approval
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
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.
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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.
2.3 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.
2.4 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.
2.5 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.
2.6 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 addressed 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.
2.7 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.
2.8 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.
2.9 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.
2.10 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.
2.11 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 for such improvements in order to obtain City Engineer signature on the final plat as set
forth in UDC 11-5C-3B.
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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.
2.13 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.
2.14 Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with any Section 404 Permitting
that may be required by the Army Corps of Engineers.
2.15 Developer shall coordinate mailbox locations with the Meridian Post Office.
2.16 All grading of the site shall be performed in conformance with MCC 11-12-3H.
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.
2.18 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.
2.19 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.
2.20 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.
2.21 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.
2.22 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.
2.23 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 887-2211.
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C. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (SCHOOLS ANALYSIS)
HTTPS://WEBLINK.MERIDIANCITY.ORG/W EB L INK/D OC V IEW.ASPX?ID=214998&DBID=0&REPO=M E
RIDIAN C ITY
D. ACHD
https://weblink.meridiancity.org/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=214524&dbid=0&repo=MeridianC
ity
D. MERIDIAN POLICE DEPARTMENT
https://weblink.meridiancity.org/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=203768&dbid=0&repo=MeridianC
ity
E. MERIDIAN FIRE DEPARTMENT
https://weblink.meridiancity.org/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=203794&dbid=0&repo=MeridianC
ity
F. COMPASS
https://weblink.meridiancity.org/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=214349&dbid=0&repo=MeridianC
ity
G. WEST ADA SCHOOL DISTRICT
https://weblink.meridiancity.org/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=214828&dbid=0&repo=MeridianC
ity
VII. FINDINGS
Preliminary Plat (UDC 11-6B-6)
In consideration of a preliminary plat, combined preliminary and final plat, or short plat, the
decision making body shall make the following findings: (Ord. 05-1170, 8-30-2005, eff. 9-15-
2005)
1. The plat is in conformance with the comprehensive plan and is consistent with this
unified development code; (Ord. 08-1372, 7-8-2008, eff. 7-8-2008)
Commission finds that the proposed plat is in substantial compliance with the adopted
Comprehensive Plan in regard to land use, transportation, and circulation. Please see
Comprehensive Plan Policies and Goals, Section VII, of the Staff Report for more
information.
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2. Public services are available or can be made available and are adequate to
accommodate the proposed development;
Commission finds that public services will be provided to the subject property upon
development. (See the Comprehensive Plan analysis regarding serving development by critical
public facilities as well as the section regarding urban infrastructure.
3. 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 development at
their own cost, Commission finds that the subdivision will not require the expenditure of
capital improvement funds.
4. There is public financial capability of supporting services for the proposed
development;
Commission recommends the 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.)
5. The development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or general welfare;
and
Commission is not aware of any health, safety, or environmental problems associated with
the platting of this property that should be brought to the Commission’s attention. ACHD
considers road safety issues in their analysis. Commission recommends that the 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.
6. The development preserves significant natural, scenic or historic features. (Ord. 05-
1170, 8-30-2005, eff. 9-15-2005)
Commission is unaware of any significant natural, scenic or historic features that need to be
preserved with this development.
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