Pinedale Subdivision H-2022-0001 Findings CITY OF MERIDIAN
FINDINGS OF FACT,CONCLUSIONS OF LAW C�f[EFI
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AND DECISION&ORDER
In the Matter of the Request for Annexation and Zoning of 1.22 acres of land with a request for the
R-8 zoning district and a Preliminary Plat for 7 building lots and 1 common lot on 1.22 acres in the
requested R-15 zoning district,by Pine Project,LLC.
Case No(s).H-2022-0001
For the City Council Hearing Date of: July 26,2022 (Findings on August 9,2022)
A. Findings of Fact
1. Hearing Facts(see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of July 26,2022, incorporated by
reference)
2. Process Facts(see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of July 26,2022,incorporated by
reference)
3. Application and Property Facts(see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of July 26,2022,
incorporated by reference)
4. Required Findings per the Unified Development Code(see attached Staff Report for the hearing
date of July 26, 2022, incorporated by reference)
B. Conclusions of Law
1. 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 City Council takes judicial notice of its Unified Development Code codified as
Title 11 Meridian City Code, and all current zoning maps thereof. The City of Meridian has,by
ordinance, established the Impact Area and the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Meridian,
which was adopted December 17,2019,Resolution No. 19-2179 and Maps.
3. The conditions shall be reviewable by the City Council pursuant to Meridian City Code § I I-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 Mayor and City Clerk and then a copy served by the Clerk upon the applicant,the
Community Development Department,the Public Works Department and any affected party
requesting notice.
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7. That this approval is subject to the Conditions of Approval all in the attached Staff Report for the
hearing date of July 26, 2022, 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 City Council's authority as provided in Meridian City Code § 11-5A 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 Annexation and Zoning and Preliminary Plat is hereby approved per
the conditions of approval in the Staff Report for the hearing date of July 26,2022, attached as
Exhibit A.
D. Notice of Applicable Time Limits
Notice of Preliminary Plat Duration
Please take notice that approval of a preliminary plat,combined preliminary and final plat,or
short plat shall become null and void if the applicant fails to obtain the city engineer's signature
on the final plat within two(2)years of the approval of the preliminary plat or the combined
preliminary and final plat or short plat(UDC 11-6B-7A).
In the event that the development of the preliminary plat is made in successive phases in an
orderly and reasonable manner, and conforms substantially to the approved preliminary plat,
such segments, if submitted within successive intervals of two(2)years,may be considered for
final approval without resubmission for preliminary plat approval(UDC 11-6B-7B).
Upon written request and filed by the applicant prior to the termination of the period in accord
with 11-6B-7.A,the Director may authorize a single extension of time to obtain the City
Engineer's signature on the final plat not to exceed two(2)years. Additional time extensions up
to two(2)years as determined and approved by the City Council may be granted. With all
extensions,the Director or City Council may require the preliminary plat, combined
preliminary and final plat or short plat to comply with the current provisions of Meridian City
Code Title 11. If the above timetable is not met and the applicant does not receive a time
extension,the property shall be required to go through the platting procedure again(UDC 1I-
6B-7C).
Notice of 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. 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.
Upon written request and filed by the applicant prior to the termination of the period in accord
with 11-5B-6.G.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
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determined and approved by the City Council may be granted. With all extensions,the Director
or City Council may require the conditional use comply with the current provisions of Meridian
City Code Title 11(UDC 11-513-6F).
Notice of Development Agreement Duration
The city and/or an applicant may request a development agreement or a modification to a
development agreement consistent with Idaho Code section 67-6511A. The development
agreement may be initiated by the city or applicant as part of a request for annexation and/or
rezone at any time prior to the adoption of findings for such request.
A development agreement may be modified by the city or an affected party of the development
agreement. Decision on the development agreement modification is made by the city council in
accord with this chapter. When approved, said development agreement shall be signed by the
property owner(s) and returned to the city within six(6)months of the city council granting the
modification.
A modification to the development agreement may be initiated prior to signature of the
agreement by all parties and/or may be requested to extend the time allowed for the agreement
to be signed and returned to the city if filed prior to the end of the six(6)month approval
period.
E. Judicial Review
Pursuant to Idaho Code § 67-652 1(1)(d),if this final decision concerns a matter enumerated in Idaho
Code § 67-6521(1)(a), an affected person aggrieved by this final decision may,within twenty-eight
(28)days after all remedies have been exhausted, including requesting reconsideration of this final
decision as provided by Meridian City Code § 1-7-10, seek judicial review of this final decision as
provided by chapter 52,title 67,Idaho Code. This notice is provided as a courtesy; the City of
Meridian does not admit by this notice that this decision is subject to judicial review under LLUPA.
F. Notice of Right to Regulatory Takings Analysis
Pursuant to Idaho Code §§ 67-6521(1)(d) and 67-8003,an owner of private property that is the
subject of a final decision may submit a written request with the Meridian City Clerk for a regulatory
takings analysis.
G. Attached: Staff Report for the hearing date of July 26,2022.
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By action of the City Council at its regular meeting held on the 9th day of August
2022.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT BRAD HOAGLUN VOTED
COUNCIL VICE PRESIDENT JOE BORTON VOTED
COUNCIL MEMBER JESSICA PERREAULT VOTED
COUNCIL MEMBER LUKE CAVENER VOTED
COUNCIL MEMBER TREG BERNT VOTED
COUNCIL MEMBER LIZ STRADER VOTED
MAYOR ROBERT E. SIMISON VOTED
(TIE BREAKER)
Mayor Robert E. Simison 8-9-2022
By Brad Hoaglun, Council President
Attest:
Chris Johnson 8-9-2022
City Clerk
Copy served upon Applicant, Community Development Department, Public Works Department and City
Attorney.
By: Dated: 8-9-2022
City Clerk's Office
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EXHIBIT A
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LOCATION: The site is located at 3275 W. Pine
Avenue (Parcel#S 1210417400), at the
east terminus of W.Newland Street inar
the Chesterfield Subdivision,in the NW
1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 10,
Township 3N,Range 1 W. pun
1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Annexation and Zoning of 1.22 acres of land with a request for the R-8 zoning district and a Preliminary
Plat for 7 building lots and 1 common lot on 1.22 acres in the requested R-15 zoning district,by Pine
Project, LLC.
NOTE: This application was remanded back to Planning and Zoning Commission from City
Council at the request of the Applicant for the purpose of revising the preliminary plat in response
to the discussions held at the March 3,2022 Commission meeting.This staff report contains
analysis on the revised preliminary plat and zoning request and should be treated as a new staff
report for the Pinedale Subdivision—the original staff report can be reviewed within the public
record.
II. SUMMARY OF REPORT
A. Project Summary
Description Details Page
Acreage 1.22 acres
Future Land Use Designation Mixed-Use Community 6-15 du/ac
Existing Land Use(s) County Residential
Proposed Land Uses Detached Single-family Residential
Lots(#and type; 8 total lots—7 residential building lots and 1 common
bldg./common)) lot
Phasing Plan #ofphases) 1 phase
Number of Residential Units 7 single-family detached units
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Description Details Page
Density Gross—5.74;Net—approximately 9.86
Open Space (acres,total Approximately 9,970 square feet of open space
/buffer/ ualified (approximately 18.8%
Amenity Micro-path connection to future multi-use pathway at
north end of property
Neighborhood meeting date; # November 5,2021 — 1 attendee
of attendees:
History(previous approvals) No previous approvals with the City
B. Community Metrics
Description Details Page
Ada County Highway
District
• Staff report(yes/no) Yes
• Requires ACHD No
Commission Action
es/no)
Access Access is proposed via extension of the existing stub street,Newland Street;
(Arterial/Collectors/State it is proposed to be extended into the site as a cul-de-sac.
Hwy/Local)(Existing and
Proposed)
Stub No opportunity for further public street extension;Newland Street will
Street/Interconnectivity/Cross terminate within the site as a full cul-de-sac.
Access
Existing Road Network No
Proposed Road The Applicant is only required to extend Newland Street into the site.No
Improvements other road improvements are proposed or required.
Fire Service
• Distance to Fire 2.8 miles from Fire Station#2.
Station
• Fire Response Time The project currently lies outside of the Meridian Fire response time goal of 5
minutes. Once Pine Avenue is constructed over the Tenmile Creek,the
project will lie within the response time goal window.
• Resource Reliability Fire Station#2 reliability is 85%(above the goal of 80%)
• Risk Identification Risk Factor 2—Residential with hazards(Tenmile Creek along east
boundary)
• Accessibility Proposed project meets all required road widths, and turnaround dimensions.
Cul-de-sac is required to be signed"No Parking,"per Fire Department
regulations.
Police Service
No report—see online record for any comments from MPD.
Wastewater
• Distance to Sewer 0'
Services
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Description Details Page
• Project Consistent Yes
with WW Master
Plan/Facility Plan
• WRRF Declining 14.26
Balance
• Impacts/Concerns • Flow is committed
• See Public Works Site Specific Conditions
• Additional 510 gpd flow was committed to model
Water
• Distance to Services 0'
• Pressure Zone 2
• Project Consistent Yes
with Water Master
Plan
• Water Quality None
Concerns
• Impacts/Concerns See site specific conditions in Section VIII.B
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IV. NOTICING
Planning& Zoning City Council
Posting Date Posting Date
Newspaper Notification 5/31/2022 7/10/2022
Radius notification mailed to
properties within 500 feet 5/26/2022 7/7/2022
Site Posting 5/31/2022 7/15/2022
Nextdoor posting 5/25/2022 7/8/2022
V. STAFF ANALYSIS
A. Future Land Use Map Designation(https:llwww.meridianciby.or /g compplan)
Mixed-Use Community(MU-C)—The purpose of this designation is to allocate areas where
community-serving uses and dwellings are seamlessly integrated into the urban fabric(residential
dwellings are allowed at a gross density of 6-15 du/ac). The intent is to integrate a variety of uses,
including residential, and to avoid mainly single-use and strip commercial type buildings.Non-
residential buildings in these areas have a tendency to be larger than in Mixed Use Neighborhood
(MU-N) areas,but not as large as in Mixed Use Regional(MU-R) areas. Goods and services in
these areas tend to be of the variety that people will mainly travel by car to,but also walk or bike
to (up to three or four miles). Employment opportunities for those living in and around the
neighborhood are encouraged.
The subject 1.2 acres is designated as mixed-use community but is part of a larger, 30-acre
mixed-use designated area to the east that is west of Ten Mile and south of the future Pine Avenue
extension (more MU-C acreage exists on the east side of Ten Mile as well). However, this site is
physically separated from this MU-C area by the Tenmile Creek that abuts the east boundary of
the subject site with only a future pedestrian connection available for any connectivity between
this site and the MU-C parcels to the east. Because of the physical separation and the lack of
connectivity to the east, Staff believes this project and site is more consistent with the existing
subdivision to the west, Chesterfield Subdivision, than it is with any mixed-use project to the east
(Foxcroft or Mile High Pines). Chesterfield and all of the residential to the west and northwest of
this site is in the Medium Density Residential(MDR)future land use designation and
contemplates residential development in the density range of 3-8 du/ac such as the proposed
Pinedale Subdivision. Because of these facts, Stafffinds it appropriate to analyze the subject
project against the MDR designation instead of the MU-C designation by floating that
designation to this site, as allowed per the Comprehensive Plan.
Since the original project description was published, the Applicant and Staff have worked
together to respond to comments received from the Planning and Zoning Commission in regards
to density, zoning, and parking concerns. In response, the Applicant has revised the plat and has
proposed seven (7) building lots instead of 10 and has completely removed the previously
proposed common drive. 7 lots on 1.22 acres of land has a gross density of 5.74 du/ac, within the
allowed gross density in the MDR designation. Therefore, the Applicant is proposing a project
consistent with the adjacent MDR future land use designation. Due to the site being at the end of
an existing stub street, the only vehicular connection is via extension of the stub street(Newland
Street) into the property which is required to terminate within the site as a full cul-de-sac,
requiring a large portion of the site to be reserved for right-of-way and reduces the buildable
area of the project. Despite this fact, the Applicant is proposing lots at least 4,000 square feet in
size and is requesting the R-8 zoning district to be more consistent with the Chesterfield
development to the west which is existing R-8 zoning.
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Original discussions with the Applicant contemplated 15 building lots on the subject site but the
Applicant submitted the preliminary plat with 12 lots after Staff voiced concerns over the
proposed density, lot sizes, and overall livability of the project. Other discussions occurred
following submittal of the subject applications and the Applicant reduced the number of building
lots to 10. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of the project to City
Council based on these same concerns so the Applicant requested to be remanded back to have
an adequate opportunity to respond to the concerns noted. As noted, the requested seven building
lots allows the project to further comply with the MDR designation by being less than 6 du/ac.
Furthermore, the combination of this reduction in density and the requested R-8 zoning district
should make Pinedale more consistent with the existing development to the west as Staff finds
most appropriate.
Furthermore, the subject site is surrounded by existing City zoning in all directions with
existing development to the south, west, and northwest and entitlements on the land to the east
and northeast. Therefore,Staff believes annexing this land into the City to remove this small
county enclave is in the best interest of the City so long as the Applicant adheres to Staffs
recommended DA provisions and conditions of approval.
Staff finds the proposed project to be generally consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, as
discussed above. Specific Comprehensive Plan policies are discussed and analyzed below.
The City may require a development agreement(DA) in conjunction with an annexation and
rezone pursuant to Idaho Code section 67-6511A.In order to ensure the site develops as
proposed with this application, Staff recommends a new DA that encompasses the land proposed
to be rezoned and annexed with the provisions included in Section VIII.A1. The DA is required to
be signed by the property owner(s)/developer and returned to the City within 6 months of the
Council granting the rezone and annexation approval.A final plat will not be accepted until the
new DA is executed and the AZ ordinance is approved by City Council.
B. Comprehensive Plan Policies(https://www.meridianciU.or /�compplan):
The applicable Comprehensive Plan policies are cited below with Staff analysis in italics. Staff is
not analyzing the project against any mixed-use policies but is instead analyzing the project
against general policies as the project is being reviewed with the MDR designation.
"Avoid the concentration of any one housing type or lot size in any geographical area;provide for
diverse housing types throughout the City"(2.01.01 G). The proposed project offers a density
most consistent with the development to the west due to density, traffic,parking, and
compatibility concerns outlined by Staff and existing residents. Despite the recent reduction in
density and ability to match the zoning to the west, the proposed lot sizes will not match that of
the Chesterfield Subdivision to the west. The subject site is encumbered by the requirement to
construct a cul-de-sac entirely on this relatively small site so matching the lot sizes and the same
look of Chesterfield would be difficult to attain. The impediments on this site allow the Applicant
to propose a smaller building lot which subsequently allows a smaller home to be constructed
than what exists in the surrounding area. Staff finds that despite not being an exact match to
Chesterfield, the proposed layout and lot sizes should add to the housing diversity in this area.
"Establish and maintain levels of service for public facilities and services,including water, sewer,
police,transportation, schools,fire, and parks" (3.02.01 G).All public utilities are available for
this project site due to the existing stub street on its west boundary. Road improvements currently
under construction (i.e. Pine bridge over the Tenmile Creek) will place this project within the
Fire Department response time goal and Fire has approved the access for the proposed plat.
West Ada School District has not sent a letter regarding this application but, with a low number
of homes, a large number of school aged children is not anticipated to be generated by this
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development. Furthermore, Chaparral Elementary is within walking distance of this development
should any elementary aged children live within this site.
Staff finds that the existing and planned development of the immediate area create appropriate
conditions for levels of service to and for this proposed project.
"Preserve,protect,and provide open space for recreation,conservation,and aesthetics"
(4.05.01F).Because the property is less than 5 acres, the Applicant is not required to provide any
qualified common open space. However, the Applicant is showing a common lot containing a
micro path connection to a future multi-use pathway at the north boundary; this micro path runs
along the entire northeast property line for the length of the property. This area is tucked away
behind the building lots so all adjacent fencing will need to be open vision or semi private
fencing. Staff anticipates this area being utilized as a quiet oasis due to its location against the
Tenmile Creek. Staff is not aware if this site and future building lots will be part of the
Chesterfield HOA for residents to access the amenities and open space within that project.
However, Fuller Park is approximately Y2 mile to the north of the subject property which offers a
public amenity within walking distance of the proposed development. Further, the micro path
being constructed with the development ties into the multiuse pathway system that will connect to
the park.
"Require pedestrian access in all new development to link subdivisions together and promote
neighborhood connectivity."(2.02.01D).Proposed project is extending the attached sidewalks
along Newland Street and is proposing a micro path connection to the north boundary to connect
to a multi-use pathway segment from the Foxcroft Subdivision on the east side of the Tenmile
Creek. Furthermore, the Applicant is preserving a potential connection point to the railroad
corridor should the City ever decide to construct a regional pathway south of the site.All of these
pedestrian facilities allow this small site, as well as the existing development to the west, to have
multiple links to tie in together and promotes neighborhood connectivity overall.
"Ensure that new development within existing residential neighborhoods is cohesive and
complementary in design and construction." (2.02.02F).As discussed, the Applicant is proposing
lot sizes smaller than the adjacent Chesterfield Subdivision to the west largely because of the
requirement to terminate Newland Street within the site as cul-de-sac. The proposed lots directly
abutting the existing homes do not match in lot size but they are abutting 1:1 in terms of lot to lot
so the existing residents should not feel as though there are smaller lots directly to their east.
Furthermore, because the property is at the end of an existing street and it will terminate on the
subject site, Staff anticipates the project will feel cohesive in its livability despite not matching lot
sizes and density of Chesterfield.
"Require new development to establish street connections to existing local roads and collectors as
well as to underdeveloped adjacent properties."(6.01.02C). The Applicant is required to and is
proposing to extend Newland Street into the site by constructing a cul-de-sac wholly on this
property, terminating Newland Street. This is the only access point into the site and connects this
project directly to the abutting Chesterfield Subdivision that has access up to Pine Avenue, a
residential collector street that will be extended from west to east over the Tenmile Creek to Ten
Mile Road.
Staff finds this development to be generally consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
C. Existing Structures/Site Improvements:
According to GIS imagery,there appears to be an existing residential structure and an out-
building on the subject site.Any and all structures and debris are proposed to be removed upon
development of this project. Furthermore,the existing access for this site is via vehicular bridge
over the Tenmile Creek at the very north property boundary that connects to a private drive that is
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essentially Pine Avenue. This access will be closed upon development and the vehicular bridge
will provide access for a regional pathway within the approved Foxcroft Subdivision to the east.
D. Proposed Use Analysis:
The proposed use is detached single-family residential with an average lot size of 4,399 square
feet and a minimum lot size of 4,029 square feet,based on the latest submitted plat(Exhibit
VII.B). This use is a permitted use in the requested R-8 zoning district per UDC Table 11-2A-2
and all lots meet the minimum lot size requirement of 4,000 square feet. The Applicant has not
noted if this is a phased project,however Staff anticipates it to develop as one phase due to the
size of the proposed project.
As discussed in the Comprehensive Plan analysis, the proposed use is the same as the existing
detached single-family to the west in Chesterfield Subdivision but is proposed with smaller lots
and subsequently smaller homes (approximately 4,000 square foot versus 6,000 square foot).
According to the Applicant, the goal is to construct smaller homes at a lower price point to add
more affordable options to the area and market.
E. Dimensional Standards(UDC 11-2):
The residential lots appear to meet all UDC dimensional standards per the submitted plat. In
addition,all subdivisions are also required to comply with Subdivision Design and Improvement
Standards(UDC 11-6C-3). The proposed preliminary plat and submitted plans appear to meet all
UDC requirements including lot frontage and lot size. Further, the Applicant has depicted the
building envelope on each lot on the plat for the purpose of showing future building footprints.As
noted, the Applicant is anticipating constructing smaller homes than seen in recent years and
smaller than those within Chesterfield. In addition, the setback lines on Lot 2 do not depict how
code handles setbacks within a triangle so this building lot will have a slightly smaller building
envelope than shown.
F. Building Elevations(UDC 11-3A-19 I Architectural Standards Manual):
The Applicant submitted conceptual building elevations for the proposed detached single-family
homes.Note that detached single-family homes do not require Design Review approval therefore
Staff does not review these for compliance with any architectural standards.
The submitted elevations depict a number of different architectural and design styles with all of
the elevations depicting two-story homes and two-car garages. The elevations depict varying field
materials of lap siding, brick,fiber cement board, and stucco with differing accent materials, roof
profiles, and overall varying home styles. Staff finds the conceptual elevations should be adhered
to closely in order to offer an array of potential home designs for this small subdivision.
G. Access(UDC 11-3A-3):
Access is proposed via extension of W.Newland Street(an existing residential local street)into
the site and is proposed to terminate within the site as a full cul-de-sac. ACHD has previously
approved the proposed access with the additional condition that the radius be widened to 50 feet
instead of 48 feet as currently shown. This may reduce the lot size of Lot 6 below the minimum
4,000 square foot size. Staff finds that if this is the case,there is room to modify the lot lines to
ensure continued compliance with the requested R-8 zoning district.
The existing access across Tenmile Creek and up to the private segment of Pine Avenue will be
closed upon development of the site and converted to a pedestrian access as noted above.
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H. Parking(UDC 11-3C):
Off-street parking is required to be provided in accord with the standards listed in UDC Table II-
3C-6 for single-family dwellings based on the number of bedrooms per unit. Staff will confirm
compliance with these standards at the time of building permit submittal for each residence. In
addition, it is important to note that no parking is allowed along the perimeter of the proposed
cul-de-sac. So,there is virtually no opportunity for any on-street parking within this subdivision
because it includes a cul-de-sac as its public access.
An option to help with potential off-street parking issues, the inclusion of shared driveways could
be used in order to promote side-loaded garages. This type of design can force longer driveways
that go deeper into each site which allows for more off-street parking. This design also creates an
opportunity for the living area of each home to be moved closer to the street as the living setback
is 10 feet while the garage setback is 20 feet; this allows for more buildable area than is shown
on the submitted plat. However, Staff notes the building lots may not be wide enough to
accommodate the required parking pad for side-loaded garages. The Applicant should work to
mitigate these issues and revise the plat accordingly if Commission or Council add a DA
provision consistent with this option.
I. Sidewalks/Pathways (UDC 11-3A-17; UDC 11-3A-8):
A 5-foot wide attached sidewalk is proposed along the Newland Street cul-de-sac, consistent with
UDC and ACHD requirements. In addition,the Applicant is proposing a 5-foot wide micro-path
along the east boundary that connects to the cul-de-sac for the purpose of providing a connection
to the future multi-use pathway approved with Foxcroft Subdivision on the east side of the
adjacent Tenmile Creek. The proposed sidewalks meet UDC 11-3A-17 and ACHD standards and
the micro-path lot meets UDC 11-3A-8 standards.
J. Landscaping(UDC 11-3B):
The landscaping regulated by code within the proposed development is the micro-path area along
the eastern perimeter;this area is not required landscaping as the project is less than 5 acres.
However,the Applicant should still comply with UDC 11-3B-12 standards. The submitted
landscape plan shows this area to be vegetated with grasses and no trees due to it being within the
Tenmile Creek irrigation easement;the linear length of the micro-path requires 4 trees to comply
with UDC I I-3B-12. Furthermore,the main purpose of this micro-path is to have access to the
multi-use pathway at the north boundary which will have shade trees along its entire length up to
Fuller Park. The Applicant should revise the location of this micro-path and work with the
irrigation district to allow for the required trees along the east property lines at the furthest
western edge of the irrigation easement. If the Applicant cannot obtain a license agreement with
NMID to allow these 4 trees,the Applicant should submit for Alternative Compliance with the
future final plat submittal to propose an alternative.
K. Qualified Open Space and Amenities(UDC 11-3G):
The proposed preliminary plat area is approximately 1.22 acres in size in size which does not
require a minimum amount of open space nor an amenity,per UDC 11-3G-3.As noted,the
Applicant is proposing a micro-path connection to the north boundary for future connectivity to a
regional pathway segment.
L. Fencing(UDC 11-3A-6, 11-3A-7):
All fencing is required to comply with the standards listed in UDC 11-3A-7 and 11-3A-6.
Fencing is proposed as shown on the landscape plan and does not meet UDC standards.
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6-foot tall wood fencing is proposed along the perimeter of the project—this complies with code
for all areas except the east property lines adjacent to the Tenmile Creek irrigation easement.
With the final plat submittal, the Applicant should revise the landscape plan to show open-vision
fencing or semi private open vision fencing along the east property lines of Lots 2&3. In
addition, the Applicant should clarify if any fencing is proposed along the Tenmile Creek itself
and coordinate with Nampa Meridian Irrigation District on where they would like any fencing
located within their easement.
M. Waterways(UDC 11-3A-6)
The subject site directly abuts the Tenmile Creek along its entire eastern boundary.According to
Nampa Meridian Irrigation District(NMID),the easement width for this facility is 50 feet on
either side of the centerline of the"drain"as depicted on the submitted plat. In addition,the
Applicant has proposed to place the entire irrigation easement within a common lot along the east
boundary consistent with the UDC.
VI. DECISION
A. Staff:
Staff recommends approval of the requested annexation and preliminary plat applications with the
requirement of a Development Agreement per the conditions of approval in Section VII of this
report per the Findings in Section IX of this staff report.
B. The Meridian Planning&Zoning Commission heard these items on June 16,2022.At the public
hearing,the Commission moved to recommend approval of the subject Annexation and Zoning
and Preliminary Plat requests.
1. Summary of Commission public hearing:
a. In favor: Antonio Conti,Applicant Engineer
b. In opposition:None
c. Commenting: Antonio Conti;
d. Written testimony: Two pieces since remand—concerns over density and parking.
e. Staff presenting application: Joseph Dodson,Associate Planner
f. Other Staff commenting on application: Bill Parsons,Planning Supervisor
2. Key issue(s) public testimony
a. None
3. Key issues)of discussion by Commission.
a. Clarification on Staff s recommendations for side-loaded garages;
4. Commission change(s)to Staff recommendation:
a. Relax Staffs recommendation for side-loaded garages to remove the requirement but
allow the Applicant and Staff to work together on the best possible placement for side-
loaded garages.
5. Outstandingissue(s)ssue(s) for City Council:
a. None
C. The Meridian City, Council heard these items on July 26,2022.At the public hearing.the Council
moved to approve the subject Annexation and Zoning and Preliminary Plat requests.
I. Summary of the City Council public hearing:
a. In favor: Antonio Conti,Applicant Engineer;
b. In opposition: None
C. Commenting: Antonio Conti
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d. Written testimony: 15 nieces—concern over originally proposed density of 12 building
lots due to increased traffic and lack of Parking in the subdivision—no testimony
against revised layout of 7 lots.
e. Staff presenting application: Joseph Dodson,Associate Planner
f. Other Staff commenting on application: None
2. Key issue(s)of public testimony:
a. None
3. Key issue(s)of discussion by City Council:
a. None
4. City Council change(s)to Commission recommendation:
a. None
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VII. EXHIBITS
A. Annexation and Zoning Legal Description and Exhibit Map
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Meridian,ID 83642
A parcel of land being a portion of the SE%of Section 10,T.3N,RAW,Boise-Meridian,Ada Couty,Idaho,
more particularly described as follows:
BEGINNING at a 5/8"iron pin marking the southeast corner of Chesterfield Subdivision Number 4;thence
along the northerly right-of-way line of Union Pacific Railroad South 88°25'14"East a distance of 311.32 feet
to a point on the westerly edge of Tenmile Creek;thence leaving said northerly right-of-way line of Union
Pacific Railroad on the westerly edge of said Tenmile Creek North 32`49'09"West a distance of 120.21 feet;
thence North 48"O6'05"West a distance of 101.97 feet;thence North 43'31'33"West a distance of 144.27
feet;thence leaving said westerly edge of Tenmile Creek North 88"25'56"West a distance of 66.78 feet to a
point or the easterly boundary of Chesterfield Subdivision Number 4;thence along said easterly boundary of
Chesterfield Subdivision Number 4 South 00°52'04"West a distance of 267.00 feet to the POINT OF
BEGINNING.
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VIII. CITY/AGENCY COMMENTS & CONDITIONS
A. PLANNING DIVISION
1. A Development Agreement(DA)is required as a provision of annexation of this property.
Prior to approval of the annexation ordinance, a DA shall be entered into between the City of
Meridian and the property owner(s)/developer at the time of annexation ordinance adoption,
and the developer.
Currently, a fee of$303.00 shall be paid by the Applicant to the Planning Division prior to
commencement of the DA. The DA shall be signed by the property owner and returned to the
Planning Division within six(6)months of the City Council granting the annexation. The DA
shall, at minimum, incorporate the following provisions:
a. Future development of this site shall be substantially consistent with the
approved plat, landscape plan, and conceptual building elevations included in
Section VII and the provisions contained herein and shall be obligated to install
and maintain the open space and amenity as proposed on the approved plans.
b. The Applicant shall work with Staff to include shared driveways where feasible to help
remove the number of driveways proposed, especially for those lots taking direct access
from the cul-de-sac,W.Newland Court.
c. With the Final Plat submittal,the Applicant shall provide proof to the Planning Division
that the existing access for the property via the vehicular bridge north of the subject site
has been approved as a pedestrian bridge for the future multi-use pathway segment in the
adjacent subdivision and any vehicular access rights to this area have been relinquished.
2. The preliminary plat included in Section VII.B, dated May 2022,is approved as submitted.
3. The landscape plan included in Section VII.C,dated May 11,2022, shall be revised as
follows prior to submitting for Final Plat approval:
a. Depict open vision or semi-private vision fencing along Lots 2 & 3 in accord with
UDC 11-3A-7A.7 standards.
b. Depict fencing along the Tenmile Creek in compliance with UDC 11-3C-6C or
submit proof from NMID that fencing is not allowed.
c. Revise the landscape plan to show the micro-path in Lot 8 to be shifted at least 5 feet
away from the proposed property lines so at least 4 trees can be added on its west
side,consistent with UDC 11-313-12 standards.
4. Future development shall be consistent with the minimum dimensional standards listed in
UDC Table 11-2A-6 for the R-8 zoning district.
5. Off-street parking is required to be provided in accord with the standards listed in UDC Table
11-3C-6 for single-family dwellings based on the number of bedrooms per unit.
6. The Applicant shall comply with all ACHD conditions of approval.
7. Provide a pressurized irrigation system consistent with the standards as set forth in UDC 1I-
3A-15,UDC 11-3B-6 and MCC 9-1-28.
8. Upon completion of the landscape installation, a written Certificate of Completion shall be
submitted to the Planning Division verifying all landscape improvements are in substantial
compliance with the approved landscape plan as set forth in UDC 11-3B-14.
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9. The preliminary plat approval shall become null and void if the applicant fails to either: 1)
obtain the City Engineer signature on a final plat within two years of the date of the approved
findings; or 2)obtain approval of a time extension as set forth in UDC 11-613-7.
B. PUBLIC WORKS
Site Specific Conditions of Approval
1. Sewer services should be 90 degrees to the main or connected to a manhole at a minimum
angle of at least 90 degrees.
2. Manhole at end of run should have 0.60% slope minimum.
3. Locate water line at least 10 feet from the edge of right-of-way.
4. Ensure no sewer services pass through infiltration trenches.
5. A portion of this development is in the F000dplain Overlay District and floodplain
development permit is required for land development. This property is in a FEMA"A"Zone
without Base Flood Elevations. A hydraulic analysis has been completed for Foxcroft
Subdivision. Applicant will need to compare base flood elevations for existing conditions in
this analysis to the existing conditions survey on 3725 W Pine. This should form the basis for
a Letter of Map Amendment(LOMA) application to remove the entire property from the
floodplain. The quicker LOMA process is started the better,otherwise we will need
floodplain permits and elevation certificates for any development in the current flood zone. If
fill this property is not eligible for a LOMA, fill may be added for a FEMA LOMR-F
application. In this case, floodplain permits and elevation certificates will be required for each
structure in this zone.
6. As noted in the Geotechnical Engineering Report prepared by Atlas Materials Testing&
Inspection,there are shallow cemented soils across the site. Particular attention needs to be
focused on ensuring that all residences constructed with crawl spaces should be designed in a
manner that will inhibit water in crawl spaces. This may include the installation of
foundation drains, and the installation of rain gutters and roof drains that will carry storm
water at least 10-feet away from all residences. Foundation drains are not allowed to drain
into the sanitary sewer system,nor the trench backfill for the sewer and/or water service lines.
General Conditions of Approval
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. 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.
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
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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. Add a note to the plat referencing this
document. All easements must be submitted,reviewed, and approved prior to development
plan approval.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
14. Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with any Section 404
Permitting that may be required by the Army Corps of Engineers.
15. Developer shall coordinate mailbox locations with the Meridian Post Office.
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16. 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.
17. 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.
18. 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.
19. 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.
20. A street light plan will need to be included in the civil construction plans. Street light plan
requirements are listed in section 6-7 of the Improvement Standards for Street Lighting. A
copy of the standards can be found at
htlp://www.meridiancily.orgZpublic works.aspx?id=272.
21. 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.
22. 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. FIRE DEPARTMENT
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D. PARKS DEPARTMENT
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E. ADA COUNTY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
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F. DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY(DEQ)
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G. NAMPA/MERIDIAN IRRIGATION DISTRICT(NMID)
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H. ADA COUNTY HIGHWAY DISTRICT(ACHD)
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IX. FINDINGS
A. Annexation and Zoning(UDC 11-5B-3E)
Required Findings: Upon recommendation from the commission,the council shall make a
full investigation and shall, at the public hearing,review the application.In order to grant
an annexation and/or rezone,the council shall make the following findings:
1. The map amendment complies with the applicable provisions of the comprehensive
plan;
City Council finds the proposed zoning map amendment to annex the property into the City of
Meridian with the R-8 zoning district with the proposed preliminary plat and site design is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, if all conditions of approval are met.
2. The map amendment complies with the regulations outlined for the proposed districts,
specifically the purpose statement;
City Council finds the proposed zoning map amendment and the request for the development
complies with the regulations outlined in the requested R-8 zoning district and is consistent
with the purpose statement of the requested zone.
3. The map amendment shall not be materially detrimental to the public health,safety,
and welfare;
City Council finds the proposed zoning map amendment should not be detrimental to the
public health, safety and welfare.
4. The map amendment shall not result in an adverse impact upon the delivery of services
by any political subdivision providing public services within the city including,but not
limited to, school districts; and
City Council finds the proposed zoning map amendment will not result in an adverse impact
on the delivery of services by any political subdivision providing public services within the
City.
5. The annexation(as applicable)is in the best interest of city.
City Council finds the annexation is in the best interest of the City.
B. Preliminary Plat Findings:
In consideration of a preliminary plat,combined preliminary and final plat,or short plat,
the decision-making body shall make the following findings:
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1. The plat is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan;
City Council finds that the proposed plat is in substantial compliance with the adopted
Comprehensive Plan in regard to land use, density, transportation, and pedestrian
connectivity. (Please see Comprehensive Plan Policies in, Section V of this report for more
information)
2. Public services are available or can be made available and are adequate to accommodate
the proposed development;
City Council finds that public services will be provided to the subject property with
development. (See Section VIII of the Staff Report for more details from public service
providers)
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, City Council 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;
City Council finds there is public financial capability of supporting services for the proposed
development based upon comments from the public service providers(i.e.,Police,Fire,ACHD,
etc). (See Section VII for more information)
5. The development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or general welfare;
and,
City Council is not aware of any health, safety, or environmental problems associated with the
platting of this property. ACHD considers road safety issues in their analysis and has offered
their support of the proposed development with the proposed road layout in mind.
6. The development preserves significant natural,scenic or historic features.
The Tenmile Creek is off-site of the subject property so City Council is unaware of any
significant natural, scenic or historic features that exist on this site that require preserving.
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