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CITY OF MERIDIAN E IDIAN;�--
FINDINGS OF FACT, CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
AND 1DAHO
DECISION& ORDER
In the Matter of the Request for Conditional Use Permit for Conner Square,Located at 557 W.
Idaho Ave and 528 W.Broadway Ave in the R-15 Zoning District,by Sarah Martz SEM
Consulting.
Case No(s).H-2020-0107
For the Planning& Zoning Commission Hearing Date of. December 3,2020(Findings on
December 17,2020)
A. Findings of Fact
I. Hearing Facts(see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of December 3, 2020, incorporated
by reference)
2. Process Facts(see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of December 3,2020, incorporated
by reference)
3. Application and Property Facts (see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of December 3,
2020, incorporated by reference)
4. Required Findings per the Unified Development Code(see attached Staff Report for the hearing
date of December 3, 2020, incorporated by reference)
B. Conclusions of Law
I. The City of Meridian shall exercise the powers conferred upon it by the"Local Land Use
Planning Act of 1975,"codified at Chapter 65,Title 67, Idaho Code(I.C. §67-6503).
2. The Meridian Planning&Zoning Commission takes judicial notice of its Unified Development
Code codified at Title 11 Meridian City Code, and all current zoning maps thereof. The City of
Meridian has,by ordinance, established the Impact Area and the Amended Comprehensive Plan
of the City of Meridian,which was adopted April 19,2011,Resolution No. 11-784 and Maps.
3. The conditions shall be reviewable by the City Council pursuant to Meridian City Code § 11-5A.
4. Due consideration has been given to the comment(s)received from the governmental
subdivisions providing services in the City of Meridian planning jurisdiction.
5. It is found public facilities and services required by the proposed development will not impose
expense upon the public if the attached conditions of approval are imposed.
6. That the City has granted an order of approval in accordance with this decision,which shall be
signed by the Chairman of the Commission and City Clerk and then a copy served by the Clerk
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upon the applicant,the Planning Department,the Public Works Department and any affected
party requesting notice.
7. That this approval is subject to the conditions of approval in the attached staff report for the
hearing date of December 3,2020, incorporated by reference. The conditions are concluded to be
reasonable and the applicant shall meet such requirements as a condition of approval of the
application.
C. Decision and Order
Pursuant to the Planning & Zoning Commission's authority as provided in Meridian City Code § 1I-
5A and based upon the above and foregoing Findings of Fact which are herein adopted, it is hereby
ordered that:
1. The applicant's request for Conditional Use Permit is hereby approved in accord with the
conditions of approval in the staff report for the hearing date of December 3, 2020, attached as
Exhibit A.
D. Notice of Applicable Time Limits
Notice of Two(2)Year Conditional Use Permit Duration
Please take notice that the conditional use permit,when granted, shall be valid for a maximum
period of two(2)years unless otherwise approved by the City in accord with UDC 11-513-617.1.
During this time,the applicant shall commence the use as permitted in accord with the
conditions of approval, satisfy the requirements set forth in the conditions of approval, and
acquire building permits and commence construction of permanent footings or structures on or
in the ground. For conditional use permits that also require platting,the final plat must be
signed by the City Engineer within this two(2)year period in accord with UDC I 1-513-617.2.
Upon written request and filed by the applicant prior to the termination of the period in accord
with I 1-513-6.17.1,the Director may authorize a single extension of the time to commence the
use not to exceed one(1)two (2)year period.Additional time extensions up to two (2)years as
determined and approved by the Commission may be granted.With all extensions,the Director
or Commission may require the conditional use comply with the current provisions of Meridian
City Code Title 11.
E. Notice of Final Action and Right to Regulatory Takings Analysis
1. The Applicant is hereby notified that pursuant to Idaho Code 67-8003, a denial of a conditional
use permit entitles the Owner to request a regulatory taking analysis. Such request must be in
writing, and must be filed with the City Clerk not more than twenty-eight(28) days after the
final decision concerning the matter at issue. A request for a regulatory takings analysis will
toll the time period within which a Petition for Judicial Review may be filed.
2. Please take notice that this is a final action of the governing body of the City of Meridian.
When applicable and pursuant to Idaho Code § 67-6521, any affected person being a person
who has an interest in real property which may be adversely affected by the final action of the
governing board may within twenty-eight(28)days after the date of this decision and order
seek a judicial review as provided by Chapter 52,Title 67,Idaho Code.
F. Attached: Staff report for the hearing date of December 3, 2020
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%action of the Planning&Zoning Commission at its regular meeting held on the 17th Day of
December 92020.
COMMISSIONER RYAN FITZGERALD, CHAIRMAN VOTED AYE
COMMISSIONER LISA HOLLAND,VICE CHAIRMAN VOTED AYE
COMMISSIONER RHONDA MCCARVEL VOTED AYE
COMMISSIONER ANDREW SEAL VOTED AYE
COMMISSIONER PATRICIA PITZER VOTED
COMMISSIONER WILLIAM CASSINELLI VOTED AYE
COMMISSIONER NICK GROVE VOTED AYE
Ryan Fitzgerald, Chairman
Attest:
Chris Johnson, City Clerk
Copy served upon the Applicant,the Planning and Development Services divisions of the Community
Development Department,the Public Works Department and the City Attorney.
12-17-2020
By: Dated:
City Clerk's Office
CITY OF MERIDIAN FINDINGS OF FACT,CONCLUSIONS OF LAW AND DECISION&ORDER
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EXHIBIT A
STAFF REPORT
C OMMUNITY D EVELOPMENT D EPARTMENT
HEARING 12/3/2020
DATE:
TO: Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM:
Alan Tiefenbach, Associate Planner
208-489-0573
Bruce Freckleton, Development
Services Manager
208-887-2211
SUBJECT: H-2020-0107
Conner Square CUP
LOCATION: The site is located at 557 W. Idaho Ave
and 528 W. Broadway Ave, in the NE ¼
of the SE ¼ of Section 12, Township 3N,
Range 1W.
I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Proposal for a conditional use permit to allow the construction of three (3) fourplex units on
approximately 0.66 acres in the R-15 Zoning District.
II. SUMMARY OF REPORT
A. Project Summary
Description Details Page
Acreage 0.66 Acres
Future Land Use Designation South: MDR, North: HDR
Existing Land Use(s) Vacant
Proposed Land Use(s) Multifamily (3 four-plexes)
Lots (# and type; bldg./common) 2 existing lots
Phasing Plan (# of phases) 1 Phase
Number of Residential Units (type 12 multifamily units
of units)
Density (gross & net) 18 du/acre
Open Space (acres, total 11,118 sq. ft. total landscaping, 4,690 sq. ft. (16%)
\[%\]/buffer/qualified) qualified open space.
Amenities Community Garden, Enclosed Bike Storage
Physical Features (waterways, Northern tip of property within 100-year floodplain.
hazards, flood plain, hillside)
Neighborhood meeting date; # of August 12, 2020, 1 person signed in, no issues expressed
attendees:
History (previous approvals) None
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B. Community Metrics
Description Details Page
Ada County Highway District
Yes
Staff report (yes/no)
No
Requires ACHD Commission
Action (yes/no)
Access (Arterial/Collectors/State Access from W. Broadway Ave, a local road.
Hwy/Local)(Existing and
Proposed)
Existing Road Network Access will occur from W. Broadway Ave (local road)
Existing Arterial Sidewalks / Sidewalks exist along W. Idaho Ave, sidewalk will be
Buffers installed along W. Broadway Ave
Proposed Road Improvements Sidewalks and rolled curb will be constructed along W.
Broadway Ave.
Distance to nearest City Park (+ ½ mile to Centennial Park.
size)
Fire Service Only comments pertinent to building permit submitted.
Police Service – No comments
West Ada School District
Meridian ES: .4 Miles
Distance (elem, ms, hs)
Meridian MS: .7 Miles
Meridian HS: .8 Miles
Meridian ES: 650
Capacity of Schools
Meridian MS: 1250
Meridian HS: 2075
Meridian ES: 529
# of Students Enrolled
Meridian MS: 1198
Meridian HS: 1975
Wastewater
N/A
Distance to Sewer Services
Five Mile Trunkshed
Sewer Shed
See Application
Estimated Project Sewer
ERU’s
13.99
WRRF Declining Balance
Yes
Project Consistent with WW
Master Plan/Facility Plan
No proposed changes to Public Sewer Infrastructure was
Impacts/Concerns
submitted with this application. Any changes or
modifications, to the Public Sewer Infrastructure, shall be
reviewed and approved by Public Works.
Water
0
Distance to Water Services
2
Pressure Zone
See Application
Estimated Project Water
ERU’s
No concerns
Water Quality
Yes
Project Consistent with Water
Master Plan
No proposed changes to Public Water Infrastructure was
Impacts/Concerns
submitted with this application. Any changes or
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Description Details Page
modifications, to the Public Water Infrastructure, shall be
reviewed and approved by Public Works.
C. Project Area Maps
Future Land Use Map Aerial Map
Zoning Map Planned Development Map
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III. APPLICANT INFORMATION
A. Applicant:
Sarah Martz SEM Consulting – 3117 W. Smith, Boise, ID 83703
B. Owner:
Tracy and Shellie Robertson – 3350 Selatir Pl, Meridian, ID 83642
C. Representative:
Sarah Martz SEM Consulting – 3117 W. Smith, Boise, ID 83703
IV. NOTICING
Planning & Zoning City Council
Posting Date Posting Date
Newspaper Notification
11/13/2020
Radius notification mailed to
11/10/2020
properties within 500 feet
Sign Posting
11/20/2020
Nextdoor posting
11/10/2020
V. STAFF ANALYSIS
A. Future Land Use Map Designation (https://www.meridiancity.org/compplan)
The properties are within two future land use designations. The southern portion of 557 W. Idaho
Ave and all of 528 W. Broadway is designated as Medium Density Residential (MDR). This
designation allows for dwelling units at gross densities of three to eight dwelling units per acre.
Density bonuses may be considered with the provision of additional public amenities such as a
park, school, or land dedicated for public services. The northern portion of 557 W. Idaho Ave is
recommended for High Density Residential (HDR). This designation allows for the development
of multi-family homes in areas where high levels of urban services are provided and where
residential gross densities exceed twelve dwelling units per acre. Development might include
duplexes, apartment buildings, townhouses, and other multi-unit structures.
The proposed density of this project is approximately 18 dwelling units per acre. This is higher
than is recommended for MDR but would be appropriate for HDR. Further, the R-15 zone does
not specify a maximum density range (that correlates to the Comprehensive Plan) and allows the
proposed use through a CUP. In this case, staff believes the mix of residential uses in the area
makes this an ideal location for infill and supports the higher density as proposed.
B. Comprehensive Plan Policies (https://www.meridiancity.org/compplan):
Encourage diverse housing options suitable for various income levels, household sizes, and
lifestyle preferences. (2.01.01)
This proposal is to allow 3 four-plex units of between 900 and 1,000 square feet within three
buildings. The surrounding area already consists of a diversity of housing types including single
family attached and detached, apartments, duplexes and four-plexes. This type of housing will
integrate well into the surrounding community and will continue a more diverse housing stock.
Maintain a range of residential land use designations that allow diverse lot sizes, housing types,
and densities. (2.01.01C)
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As mentioned above, the surrounding community consists of a mix of housing including single
family detached, single family attached, apartments and duplexes. This proposal would enhance
this already diverse mix.
Locate higher density housing near corridors with existing or planned transit, Downtown, and in
proximity to employment centers. (2.01.01H)
The proposed higher density development is within walking distance of the City’ s downtown area
and essential goods and services.
Encourage infill development. (3.03.01E)
The subject property is surrounded by property that has been developed. Two 1950’s dilapidated
homes had been on the property and have been razed. This proposal would replace them with 3
new four-plexes of units designed to complement the architecture of surrounding newer four-
plexes and existing single-family. The project site is ingrained within an existing neighborhood.
This is the type of infill project encouraged by the Plan.
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)
As this is a redevelopment project and will be replacing homes which had previously existed,
there is existing infrastructure for this project. Water and sewer is available from mains in W.
Broadway Ave. Access will occur from W. Broadway Ave.
C. Existing Structures/Site Improvements:
The property formerly contained two single family residences and is presently vacant. Sidewalk
exists along W. Idaho Ave. The north side of W. Broadway Ave contains portions of sidewalk
and rolled curb and gutter. This proposal does include installation of sidewalk and rolled curb
along W. Broadway Ave.
D. Proposed Use Analysis:
The subject property is zoned R-15. This allows multifamily by conditional use. Minimum lot
size is 2,000 sq. ft. per unit. Front and rear setbacks per the Specific Use Standards of UDC 11-4-
3-27 are 10’ with a 3’ interior side setback. The application proposes 12 units on 0.66 acres,
which is an average lot size of 2,323 square feet. The proposal meets the minimum standards.
E. Specific Use Standards (UDC 11-4-3):
Specific use requirements for multifamily (UDC 11-4-3-27) include a minimum of a 10’ setbacks,
80 sq. ft. of private useable open space per unit, 250 sq. ft. of common open space for each unit
between 500 sq. ft. and 1,200 sq. ft, and at least two site amenities. All street facing elevations are
required to have landscaping along the foundation of at least 3 feet wide. The proposal meets all
these requirements, and specificity regarding landscaping, open space and amenities is discussed
below.
F. Dimensional Standards (UDC 11-2):
As mentioned above, the proposed development meets all setback, lot size and landscaping
requirements.
G. Access (UDC 11-3A-3, 11-3H-4):
Access for all three buildings is proposed to occur from two separate parking lots along W.
Broadway Ave, a local street. As much of the properties along this portion of W. Broadway Ave
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have yet to redevelop, most of the street in this area does not contain curb or sidewalk. There are
several portions of sidewalk and rolled curb just west of the property; the applicant will be
required to improve their W. Broadway Ave frontage similarly. No access is proposed to occur
from E. Idaho Ave, which already contains curb, gutter and sidewalk.
ACHD reviewed this project and in a letter dated November 24, 2020 noted they support the
project as proposed. As mentioned above, the applicant will be required to improve the W.
Broadway Ave. frontage as well as pave both of their driveways.
H. Parking (UDC 11-3C):
UDC 11-3C-6 requires 1.5 parking spaces per dwelling unit for 1-bedroom units and 2 parking
spaces for each 2-3-bedroom unit. At least one parking space per unit must be in a covered
carport or garage.
This proposal includes nine (9) one bedroom and three (3) two-bedroom units (requiring twenty
(20) parking spaces). The site plan reflects 24 parking spaces, 12 of which are in a covered
carport. The proposal meets the minimum requirements. On-street parking also exists along both
sides of W. Idaho Ave and E. Broadway Ave.
1 bicycle parking space is required for every twenty-five (25) proposed vehicle parking spaces. A
bicycle rack is shown at the front of each building and enclosed bicycle storage is provided
between the two southernmost buildings.
I. Sidewalks (UDC 11-3A-17):
Five-foot wide sidewalk is proposed along the eastern side of the two buildings on 557 W. Idaho
Ave, and along both sides and the front of the building at 528 W. Broadway Ave. The proposal
also includes 5’ wide sidewalk along the W. Broadway Ave. frontage. Additional sidewalk is
shown at the north side of the northernmost building, although sidewalk already exists along W.
Idaho Ave (this is discussed in the Landscape Section).
The plans do not indicate a connection from the sidewalks internal to the development to the E.
Idaho Ave and W. Broadway Ave street sidewalks; it appears parking lots provide the pedestrian
connection. As a condition of approval, the landscape plan submitted with the Certificate of
Zoning Compliance (CZC) should be revised to include connections from the street sidewalks to
the sidewalks internal to the development.
J. Landscaping (UDC 11-3B):
Multifamily developments are required to provide three (3) foot landscaped areas along the
foundations of all street-facing elevations. For every three (3) linear feet of foundation, an
evergreen shrub having a minimum mature height of twenty-four inches (24") shall be planted. A
five-foot (5') wide minimum perimeter landscape buffer is required along parking areas with a
minimum of one tree per thirty-five (35’) linear feet. Any grouping of parking spaces of more
than twelve (12) are required to provide a 50 sq. ft. parking island.
It does appear the landscaping width requirements around building foundations and parking areas
is satisfied. Also, a landscape strip of at least five feet (5) is provided along W. Broadway Ave (in
some places it is greater) and a landscape strip of ten feet (10) is provided along W. Idaho Ave.
There is not a landscape buffer requirement in this zoning district along local streets. However,
the minimum density of one evergreen shrub per three (3) linear feet of building foundation does
not appear to be met on all sides. A landscape plan should be submitted with the CZC that
demonstrates the minimum landscape density along foundations is met.
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The landscape plan reflects trash enclosures directly along the W. Idaho Ave. and W. Broadway
Ave frontages. Staff does not believe dumpers in these locations is ideal. Staff notes only a 10’
setback is required along W. Idaho Blvd whereas 20’ is shown and there is already sidewalk
along this frontage (the second sidewalk shown on the landscape plan is not necessary). Staff
recommends all dumpers be relocated internally at the far end (north end) of the parking lot(s)
and screened from view. This may require shifting the two fourplexes at 557 W. Idaho Ave north
to prevent losing parking spaces. The applicant also has the option to re-orient the central open
space between the two buildings to the south side of the internal building to provide more
consolidated open space within the development. Either scenario gains the applicant additional
area to accomplish this.
There are existing trees on site although the landscape plan does not indicate whether any of the
trees meet the tree preservation requirements of UDC 11-3B-10. At time of CZC, the applicant
should work with the City Arborist to indicate the number of trees that will require mitigation on
the landscape plan.
K. Qualified Open Space (UDC 11-3G):
UDC 11-4-3-27 requires a minimum of 80 sq. ft. of private open space per unit, and a total of
3,000 sq. ft. of qualified open space (250 sq. ft. per unit).
The applicant has responded that each unit patio meets the 80 sq. ft. requirement, although it is
difficult for staff to ascertain this based on the floor plans submitted Staff will recommend an
exhibit be presented at time of CZC that demonstrates this requirement is met.
The landscape plan indicates 4,690 sq. ft. of qualified open space, whereas the minimum
requirement is 3,000 sq. ft. The central open area has scaled to at least 2,500 sq. ft. and there are
several other open spaces that easily meet the minimum requirements of 20’ x 20’ (the open area
to the east of the southeastern most building is at least 1,200 sq. ft). Staff is confident the
common open space requirement is met.
L. Qualified Site Amenities (UDC 11-3G):
Two site amenities are required with this application. The applicant proposes a community garden
within the central open space and an 8’ x 10’ enclosed bike storage. The proposal meets the
minimum amenity requirements.
M. Waterways (UDC 11-3A-6):
A 100-year floodplain is shown to affect the northwestern portion of the property, although the
site plan does not indicate any development within this area. The extent of the floodplain should
be shown on the site plan, landscape plan and construction drawings that will be submitted with
the CZC.
N. Fencing (UDC 11-3A-6, 11-3A-7):
6’ high wood fencing already exists along the east and west property lines. The landscape plan
does not reflect any additional fencing. Any new fencing is required to comply with the standards
listed in UDC 11-3A-7.
O. Utilities (UDC 11-3A-21):
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 mains exist in W. Idaho
Ave and W. Broadway Ave. Sewer is available in W. Broadway Ave.
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The utility plan shows water lines proposed underneath the covered carports. Typically, utility
providers do not prefer this. The applicant will be required to work with utility providers prior to
the CZC to determine the exact alignment of utility lines and potential easements.
Building Elevations (UDC 11-3A-19 | Architectural Standards Manual ASM):
The elevations submitted have architecture similar to the surrounding four-plexes to the west and
north that were constructed in early 2000. All four buildings resemble a craftsman-style
architecture. Materials consist of Hardie-board, lap siding and asphalt shingles. Building
elevations incorporate several roof pitches on three of the four sides with gabled elements,
dormer-type modulation, and overhangs over the doors. Street-facing elevations display
significantly more modulation and articulation.
The elevations as submitted would meet the minimum requirements of the ASM. However, there
are numerous blocks of nearby duplexes and four-plexes which all utilize the same single color
with no accent colors. The color schemes submitted by the applicant reflect at least three different
colors on each elevation. To reduce visual monotony and provide separation between projects
staff recommends as a condition that all building elevations display a color scheme of at least two
field materials and one accent color.
DECISION
A. Staff:
Staff recommends approval of the proposed conditional use permit with the conditions in Section
VIII per the Findings in Section IX.
B. The Meridian Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on December 3, 2020. At the
public hearing, the Commission moved to approve the subject conditional use request.
1. Summary of the Commission public hearing:
a. In favor: Sarah Martz SEM Consulting
b. In opposition: None
c. Commenting: Sarah Martz SEM Consulting
d. Written testimony: None
e. Staff presenting application: Alan Tiefenbach
f. Other Staff commenting on application: None
2. Key issue(s) of public testimony:
a. Three members of the public testified. Concerns included speeding in the neighborhood,
orientation of the parking lots, trash and litter, and whether trees would be preserved.
There was a request for speed bumps and additional road signs.
3. Key issue(s) of discussion by Commission:
a. The Commission discussed the orientation of the parking lots and whether speed issues
in the neighborhood could be addressed as part of this application.
4. Commission change(s) to Staff recommendation:
a. Commissioners struck Condition No. 3 pertaining to reorienting the trash enclosures.
Commissioners added a condition that the applicant should work with ACHD and
Meridian Police regarding speed control and signage.
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VI. EXHIBITS
A. Site Plan (date: 11/17/2020)
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B. Landscape Plan (date: 11/17/2020)
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C. Building Elevations (date: 10/2/2019)
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D. Proposed Color Scheme (date: 10/26/2020)
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VII. CITY/AGENCY COMMENTS & CONDITIONS
A. PLANNING
1. A Certificate of Zoning Compliance and administrative design review application is required to
be submitted to the Planning Division and approved prior to submittal of building permit
applications. The applicant will either meet all architectural requirements of the Architectural
Standards Manual (ASM) or apply for a design exception as part of the CZC submittal.
2. The Applicant shall have a maximum of two (2) years to commence the use as permitted in
accord with the conditions of approval listed above. If the use has not begun within two (2) years
of approval, a new conditional use permit must be obtained prior to operation or a time extension
must be requested in accord with UDC 11-5B-6F.
3. All dumpers shall be relocated internally at the far end (north end) of the parking lots along W.
Broadway Ave and fully screened from view. This could be accomplished in two different ways.
Both buildings on 557 W. Idaho Ave. could be shifted as much as 10’ which would reduce the
20’ W. Idaho Ave setback to 10’ OR the central open space between the two buildings to the
south side of the internal building could be re-oriented to provide more consolidated open space
within the development.
4. The applicant shall work with ACHD and Meridian Police regarding speed control and signage.
5. Pedestrian connections shall be provided from the street sidewalks to the sidewalks internal to the
development (UDC 11-3A-19).
6. The extent of the floodplain should be shown on the site plan, landscape plan and construction
drawings that will be submitted with the CZC.
7. At time of Certificate of Zoning Compliance (CZC) the applicant shall work with the City
Arborist to preserve any existing trees on the subject property that are four-inch caliper or greater;
or mitigate for the loss of such trees as set forth in UDC 11-3B-10C.
8. At the time of Certificate of Zoning Compliance (CZC), the applicant shall submit floor plans that
demonstrates the private useable open space requirements of UDC 11-4-3-27 are met.
9. To reduce visual monotony and provide separation between projects, all buildings shall display a
color scheme of at least two field materials and one accent color.
10. The site plan prepared by Rodney Evans + Partners, dated November 17, 2020, is approved as
submitted with the modifications listed in Conditions No. 3, 4 and 5 above.
11. The landscape plan prepared by Rodney Evans + Partners, dated November 17, 2020, is approved
as submitted with the modifications listed in Conditions No. 3, 4, 5 and 6 above.
12. Parking requirements shall comply with the multifamily residential standards; 1.5 parking spaces
per dwelling unit for 1-bedroom units and 2 parking spaces for each 2-3-bedroom unit, with at
least one parking space per unit in a covered carport or garage.
13. The Applicant shall comply with all bulk, use, and development standards of the applicable
district listed in UDC Chapter 2 District regulations.
14. The Applicant shall comply with the structure and site design standards as set forth in UDC 11-
3A-19 and the Architectural Standards Manual.
15. The Applicant shall comply with the specific use standards for multifamily uses listed in UDC
11-4-3-27.
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16. The applicant shall comply with standards and installation for landscaping as set forth in UDC
11-3B-5 and maintenance thereof as set forth in UDC 11-3B-13 set forth for multifamily
development as listed in the specific use standards in UDC 11-4-3-27.
17. All multi-family developments shall 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. (UDC 11-4-3-27)
18. No proposed changes to Public Sewer or Water Infrastructure was submitted with this
application. Any changes or modifications, to the Public Sewer or Water Infrastructure, shall be
reviewed and approved by Public Works.
B. COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING SCHOOL ANALYSIS
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ity
C. REPUBLIC SERVICES
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ity
D. ACHD
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ity
E. CENTRAL DISTRICT HEALTH
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ity
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VIII. FINDINGS
The Commission shall base its determination on the Conditional Use Permit requests upon the
following:
1. That the site is large enough to accommodate the proposed use and meet all the
dimensional and development regulations in the district in which the use is located.
The Commission finds that the subject property is large enough to accommodate the
proposed use and dimensional and development regulations of the R-15 district (see Analysis,
Section V for more information).
2. That the proposed use will be harmonious with the Meridian Comprehensive Plan and in
accord with the requirements of this Title.
The density as proposed is not consistent with the future land use map designation of medium
density residential on the southern portion of the property. However, the entire property is
already zoned R-15 which supports the proposed use and the associated density is consistent
with the HDR designation.
3. That the design, construction, operation and maintenance will be compatible with other
uses in the general neighborhood and with the existing or intended character of the
general vicinity and that such use will not adversely change the essential character of the
same area.
With staff’s conditions, Commission finds the proposed design of the development,
construction, operation and maintenance should be compatible with the mix of other
residential uses planned for this area and with the intended character of the area and that
such uses will not adversely change the character of the area.
4. That the proposed use, if it complies with all conditions of the approval imposed, will not
adversely affect other property in the vicinity.
The Commission finds that if the applicant complies with the conditions outlined in this report,
the proposed use will not adversely affect other property in the area. The Commission should
weigh any public testimony provided to determine if the development will adversely affect other
properties in the vicinity.
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5. That the proposed use will be served adequately by essential public facilities and services
such as highways, streets, schools, parks, police and fire protection, drainage structures,
refuse disposal, water, and sewer.
The Commission finds that essential public services are available to this property and that the
use will be adequately served by these facilities.
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