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FROM: Sonya Allen,Associate Planner
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SUBJECT: H-2021-0069 OF
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LOCATION: 2730 E. State Ave.,in the NE '/4 of ,
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I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Conditional use permit(CUP) for an indoor recreation facility on 1.1 acres of land in the I-L(Light
Industrial)zoning district.
II. SUMMARY OF REPORT
A. Project Summary
Description Details Page
Acreage 1.1-acres
Future Land Use Designation Mixed Use—Non-Residential(MU-NR)
Existing Land Use(s) Vacant/undeveloped land MP
Proposed Land Use(s) Indoor recreation facility/swim school _
Neighborhood meeting date;#of Sept. 7,2021;one(1)attendee
attendees: MM
History(previous approvals) A CUP was approved in 1991 for a PUD—General
(Gemtone Inc.).Platted as Lot 1,Block 2,Gemstone
Center No.2.
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B. Community Metrics
Description Details Page
Ada County Highway District
• Staff report(yes/no) Yes
• Requires ACHD Commission No
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Access(Arterial/Collectors/State One(1)access via E. State Ave.and one(1)access via N.
Hwy/Local)(Existing and Proposed) Rosario St.,both local streets.
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III. APPLICANT INFORMATION
A. Applicant:
Mandie Brozo,CSHQA—200 Broad Street,Boise, ID 83702
B. Owner:
Brock& Sarah Ward, Adventures in Aquatics, LLC—2730 E. State Ave., Meridian, ID 83646
C. Representative:
James Marsh—CSHQA—200 Broad Street,Boise,ID 83702
IV. NOTICING
Planning&Zoning City Council
Posting Date Posting Date
Newspaper Notification 10/19/2021
Radius notification mailed to
properties within 300 feet 10/12/2021
Site Posting Date 10/23/2021
NextDoor posting 10/15/2021
V. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (Comp. Plan)
This property is designated Mixed Use—Non-Residential(MU-NR)on the Future Land Use Map
(FLUM)in the Comprehensive Plan.
The purpose of the MU-NR designation is to designate areas where new residential dwellings will not
be permitted,as residential uses are not compatible with the planned and/or existing uses in these
areas. For example,MU-NR areas are used near the City's Wastewater Resource Recovery Facility
and where there are heavy industrial or other hazardous operations that need to be buffered from
residential. Developments are encouraged to be designed similar to the conceptual MU-NR plan
depicted in Figure 3E in the Comprehensive Plan(see page 3-18).
The Applicant proposes to develop the site with an indoor recreation facility(i.e. swim school).
Because the use is non-residential adjacent to office and flex space uses and is located
approximately 570 feet from industrial uses to the north, it should be an appropriate use in the
MU-NR FLUM designation.
hi reviewing development applications,the following items will be considered in MU-NR areas:
(Staffs analysis in italics)
• No new residential uses will be permitted(existing residential may remain).No residential
uses are proposed.
• All developments should have a mix of at least two types of land uses.At L I-acres, the
size of the subject property is too small to allow the development of two land use types.
The overall MU-NR designated area will have a mix of uses; offices,flex space and a
church exist to the north and northwest of this site within the MU-NR area.
• Development is not required to comply with the minimum number of uses in the general
mixed-use standards.Noted.
• Street sections consistent with the Ada County Highway District Master Street Map are
required within the Unified Development Code.No new streets are proposed.
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• There is neither a minimum nor maximum imposed on non-retail commercial uses such as
office, food service/restaurants,industry, or warehouse uses.Noted.
• A transitional use is encouraged on the perimeter of the MU-NR areas between any
existing or planned residential development.Although this site is on the east perimeter
boundary of the MU-NR area, no residential uses exist or are planned to the east.
The following goals and policies in the Comprehensive Plan are supported by the proposed
development:
• "Plan for an appropriate mix of land uses that ensures connectivity, livability, and
economic vitality."(3.06.02)
The proposed use will contribute to the mix of uses in this area that ensure livability and
economic vitality of the community.
• "Encourage and support mixed-use areas that provide the benefits of being able to live,
shop, dine,play, and work in close proximity,thereby reducing vehicle trips,and
enhancing overall livability and sustainability."(3.06.02B)
The subject mixed-use area currently contains office and church uses and will eventually
include other non-residential uses. The proposed use will provide a service in close
proximity to residential neighbors to the west.
• "Provide,partner, and preserve public and private indoor and outdoor recreation amenities
for a diverse range of physical activities."(5.01.01 C)
The proposed private recreation facility offering swim lessons to the public will contribute
to the range ofphysical activities offered in the City.
VI. UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE UD
The proposed use,an indoor recreation facility, is listed as a conditional use in the I-L(Light
Industrial)zoning district per UDC Table 11-2C-2. Compliance with the dimensional standards listed
in UDC Table 11-2C-3 is required.
VII. STAFF ANALYSIS
As discussed above in Section V,the proposed swim school is considered an appropriate use and
meets the development guidelines listed for the MU-NR designation. The use is also consistent with
the Planned Unit Development approved in 1991 for Gemtone Inc.,which approved a mix of
commercial and light industrial uses in the I-L zoning district.
The proposed building for the swim school will be one-story tall and approximately 8,788 square feet
(s.f.). A covered patio with a seating area is proposed on the west side of the building.
The proposed use is subject to the following Specific Use Standards(UDC 11-4-3-2) -Arts,
Entertainment or Recreation Facility,Indoors and Outdoors: (Staff analysis in italics)
A. General Standards:
1. All outdoor recreation areas and structures that are not fully enclosed shall maintain a
minimum setback of one hundred feet(100') from any abutting residential districts. The
playing areas of golf courses, including golf tees, fairways, and greens, are an exception
to this standard. (Ord. 07-1325, 7-10-2007).No outdoor recreation areas are proposed;
all activities will take place within the structure.
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2. No outdoor event or activity center shall be located within fifty feet(50')of any property
line and shall operate only between the hours of six o'clock(6:00)A.M. and eleven
o'clock(11:00)P.M.No outdoor events or activities are proposed.
3. Accessory uses including,but not limited to,retail, equipment rental,restaurant, and
drinking establishments may be allowed if designed to serve patrons of the use only.
4. Outdoor speaker systems shall comply with section 11-3A-13, "Outdoor Speaker
Systems",of this title.No outdoor speakers are proposed.
B. Additional Standards for Swimming Pools: Any outdoor swimming pool shall be completely
enclosed within a six foot(6)non-scalable fence that meets the requirements of the building
code in accord with title 10,chapter 1,of this code.An indoor swimming pool is proposed;
therefore, this standard is not applicable.
C. Additional Standards for Outdoor Stage or Musical Venue: Any use with a capacity of one
hundred(100) seats or more or within one thousand feet(1,000') of a residence or a
residential district shall be subject to approval of a conditional use permit. (Ord. 05-1170, 8-
30-2005, eff. 9-15-2005). No outdoor stage or musical venue is proposed.
Access(UDC 11-3A-31:
Two(2) driveway accesses are depicted on the site plan—one(1)via E. State Ave. and one(1)via N.
Rosario St.,both existing local streets. ACHD has approved the location of both access driveways.
Because local street access is available to this site and adjoining properties and a cross-access
easement was not provided to this property with development of the property to the west(A-2021-
0021 Hickory Flex Building), Staff is not recommending cross-access easements are required to
adjoining properties.
Sidewalks(UDC 11-3A-17):
There are existing 5-foot wide attached sidewalks along E. State Ave. and N. Rosario St. that meet
UDC standards.Any damaged curb, gutter or sidewalk is required to be replaced by ACHD.
A 5-foot wide continuous internal pedestrian walkway is required to be provided from the
perimeter sidewalk to the main building entrance(s); the walkway should be distinguished from
the vehicular driving surfaces through the use of pavers,colored or scored concrete,or bricks
as set forth in UDC 11-3A-19B.4. The plans should be revised to reflect compliance with this
standard.
Parking(UDC 11-3C):
Based on 8,788 s.f. of gross floor area, a minimum of 17 off-street parking spaces are required. A
total of 48 parking spaces are proposed, exceeding UDC standards. Based on 48 parking spaces
provided, a minimum of one(1)bicycle parking space is required to be provided. Bicycle parking
facilities should be designed in accord with the standards listed in UDC 11-3C-5C.A detail
demonstrating compliance with these standards should be included on the plans.
Landscaping(UDC 11-3B):
A 10-foot wide street buffer is required to be provided along E. State Ave. and N. Rosario St.,both
local streets, landscaped per the standards listed in UDC 11-3B-7C. Shrubs should be added within
the street buffers in accord with UDC 11-3B-7C.3a.
There are no residential uses abutting this site that require buffering.
Parking lot landscaping is required per the standards listed in UDC 11-3B-8C. Staff recommends
adding a tree within the planter area where the two rows of parking converge at the southeast
corner of the site.
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Outdoor Lighting(UDC 11-3A-11):
All outdoor lighting is required to comply with the standards listed in UDC 11-3A-11C unless
otherwise approved through alternative compliance. Light fixtures that have a maximum output of
1,800 lumens or more are required to have an opaque top to prevent up-lighting;the bulb shall not be
visible and shall have a full cutoff shield in accord with Figure 1 in UDC 11-3A-I IC.
Details of the lighting proposed on the site that demonstrate compliance with the standards
listed in UDC 11-3A-11 should be submitted with the Certificate of Zoning Compliance
application.
Fencing(UDC 11-3A-�:
A privacy fence is depicted on the site plan along portions of the north and west property boundaries.
A detail of the proposed fencing should be included on the plans that demonstrates compliance with
the standards in UDC 11-3A-7.
Building Elevations:
Conceptual building elevations and perspectives were submitted for the proposed structure as shown
in Section IX.C. Building materials consist primarily of EIFS and stone with glazing and wood
accents/trim and metal roofing. The elevations appear to generally comply with the standards in the
Architectural Standards Manual; however,a detailed review will take place with the administrative
Design Review application.
Certificate of Zoning Compliance (UDC 11-5B-1):
A Certificate of Zoning Compliance(CZC) is required to be submitted for the proposed use prior to
submittal of a building permit application to ensure compliance with UDC standards and the
conditions listed in Section X.
Administrative Design Review(UDC 11-5B-8):
An application for administrative Design Review is required to be submitted concurrent with the CZC
application. The design of the site and structures is required to comply with the standards listed in
UDC 11-3A-19 and in the Architectural Standards Manual(ASNI).
VIII. DECISION
A. Staff:
Staff recommends approval of the proposed conditional use permit with the conditions in Section
X per the Findings in Section XI.
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IX. EXHIBITS
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X. CITY/AGENCY COMMENTS & CONDITIONS
A. Planning
1. Future development shall substantially comply with the site plan,landscape plan and building
elevations in Section IX.
2. The Applicant shall comply with the specific use standards listed in UDC 11-4-3-2—Arts,
Entertainment or Recreation Facility,Indoors and Outdoors, including but not limited to the
following:
a. Accessory uses including,but not limited to,retail, equipment rental,restaurant, and
drinking establishments may be allowed if designed to serve patrons of the use only, and
not the general public.
3. Outdoor lighting shall comply with the standards listed in UDC 11-3A-11. Lighting details
shall be submitted with the Certificate of Zoning Compliance application that demonstrate
compliance with these standards.
4. The site/landscape plan submitted with the Certificate of Zoning Compliance shall be revised
as follows:
a. A detail of the proposed fencing shall be included on the plan that demonstrates
compliance with the standards listed in UDC 11-3A-7.
b. A detail of the bicycle rack that demonstrates compliance with the standards listed in
UDC 11-3C-5C shall be depicted on the plan.
c. Depict a 5-foot wide continuous internal pedestrian walkway from the perimeter sidewalk
to the main building entrance(s); the walkway shall be distinguished from the vehicular
driving surfaces through the use of pavers, colored or scored concrete,or bricks as set
forth in UDC 11-3A-19B.4.
d. Shrubs should be added within the street buffers in accord with UDC 11-3B-7C.3a.
e. Add a tree within the planter area where the two rows of parking converge at the
southeast corner of the site in accord with UDC 11-3B-8C.2d.
5. Submit a detail of the trash enclosure that complies with the standards listed in UDC 11-3A-
12.
6. 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 a
building permit application.
B. Public Works
1. Site Specific Conditions of Approval
1.1 A geotechnical report must be submitted and reviewed with the building permit
application.
1.2 Utility plans must be submitted and reviewed by Public Works prior to building permit
approval.
1.3 The proposed pool must not be connected to the sewer system for drainage.
1.4 Any existing water or sewer services or mains that will be unused must be abandoned
back to the main that is to remain in service.
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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.
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. 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 I I"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.
2.4 The City of Meridian requires that pressurized irrigation systems be supplied by a year-
round source of water(MCC 9-1-28.C). 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 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 wells that will not continue to be used must be properly abandoned according to
Idaho Well Construction Standards Rules administered by the Idaho Department of
Water Resources. The Developer's Engineer shall provide a statement addressing
whether there are any existing wells in the development, and if so,how they will continue
to be used,or provide record of their abandonment.
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 All improvements related to public life, safety and health shall be completed prior to
occupancy of the structures.
2.10 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.
2.11 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.
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2.12 Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with any Section 404
Permitting that may be required by the Army Corps of Engineers.
2.13 Developer shall coordinate mailbox locations with the Meridian Post Office.
2.14 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.
2.15 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.
2.16 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.
2.17 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.
2.18 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.oMIpublic works.aspx?id=272.
2.19 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.
C. Ada County Highway District(ACHD)
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A Traffic Impact Study(TIS) was not required for this project.
D. Nampa&Meridian Irrigation District(NMID)
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E. Settler's Irrigation District(SID)
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XI. FINDINGS
A. Conditional Use Permit
The Commission shall base its determination on the conditional use permit request 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 site meets all the dimensional and development regulations of the I-L zoning district for the
proposed use. Therefore, Staff finds the site is large enough to accommodate the proposed use.
2. That the proposed use will be harmonious with the Meridian comprehensive plan and in accord
with the requirements of this title.
Staff ,finds the proposed use will be harmonious with the Comprehensive Plan in that it will
provide an indoor recreation use which will contribute to the mix of uses desired in the MU-NR
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.
Stafffinds the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the proposed use with the
conditions imposed, should be compatible with other uses in the general vicinity and shouldn't
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.
If the proposed use complies with the conditions of approval in Section X as required, Staff finds
the proposed use should not adversely affect other properties in the vicinity.
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.
Stafffinds the proposed use will be serviced adequately by all of the essential public facilities and
services listed.
6. 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 the proposed use should not create any additional costs for public facilities and
services and will not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community.
7. 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.
Although traffic will increase in this area due to the proposed use, it shouldn't be excessive. The
proposed use shouldn't involve any other activities that would be detrimental to any persons,
property or the general welfare.
8. 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. (Ord. 05-1170, 8-30-2005, eff. 9-15-2005)
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.
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