PZ - Staff Report 6-15 STAFF REPORT
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HEARING July 6,2023 Legend
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TO: Planning&Zoning Commission
FROM: Sonya Allen,Associate Planner
208-884-5533
SUBJECT: Julia Subdivision—AZ,PP
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LOCATION: 2435 N. Black Cat Rd., in the NE 1/4 of
Section 4,T.3N.,R.1 W. (Parcel
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I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Annexation(AZ)of 2.77 acres of land with an R-8 zoning district; and preliminary plat(PP)consisting of 10
buildable lots and 5 common lots on 2.77 acres of land in the R-8 zoning district for Julia Subdivision.
II. SUMMARY OF REPORT
A. Project Summary
Description Details
Acreage 2.77 acres
Future Land Use Designation Medium Density Residential(MDR)
Existing Land Use Rural residential
Proposed Land Uses Single-family detached dwellings
Current Zoning Rural Urban Transition(RUT)in Ada County
Proposed Zoning R-8(Medium Density Residential)
Lots(#and type;bldg/common) 10 building/5 common
Phasing plan(#of phases) 1
Number of Residential Units(type 10 single-family detached units,including one existing home
of units)
Density(gross&net) 3.61 units/acre(gross)
Open Space(acres,total[%]/ 0.59-acre(or 22%)consisting of street buffer,open space with pathways and
buffer/qualified) a storm drainage area.
Amenities NA
Physical Features(waterways, The Sky Pilot drain runs along the south&west boundaries of the site
hazards,flood plain,hillside)
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Neighborhood meeting date 1/4/23
History(previous approvals) None
B. Community Metrics
Description Details
Ada County Highway District
• Staff report(yes/no) Yes
• Requires ACHD Commission No
Action es/no
• TIS(yes/no) No(not required)
• Level of Service(LOS) Better than"E"at PM peak hours,which is an acceptable LOS for a 2-lane
minor arterial Black Cat).
• Existing Conditions There is one existing driveway serving the existing home via N.Black Cat
Rd.
• CIP/IFYWP Capital Improvements Plan(CIP)!Integrated Five Year Work Plan(IFYWP):
• Ustick Road is scheduled in the IFYWP for a corridor improvement project:Ustick Corridor B,
which includes widening the north and south legs to 7-lanes and the east and west legs to 6-
lanes from Black Cat Road to Star Road and constructing enhanced pedestrian/bike facilities
and intersection lighting with design scheduled for 2025.
• Black Cat Road is listed in the GIP to be widened to 5-lanes from Cherry Lane to Ustick Road
between 2031 and 2035.
• The intersection of Cherry Lane and Black Cat Road is listed in the CIP to be widened to 4-
lanes on the north leg,4-lanes on the south,4-lanes east,and 4-lanes on the west leg,and
includes the construction of a dual-lane roundabout between 2031 and 2035.
• The intersection of Ustick Road and Black Cat Road is listed in the CIP to be widened to 7-
lanes on the north leg,7-lanes on the south,6-lanes east,and 6-lanes on the west leg,and
signalized between 2026 and 2030,
Access(Arterial/Collectors/State Two(2)accesses exist via Black Cat Rd.,an arterial street—(1)for the
Hwy/Local)(Existing and Proposed) existing home and(1)for the Irrigation District. The residential access will
be removed with development and access will provided via the extension of
Julia Street from the north;no direct access is proposed via Black Cat Rd.
Proposed Road Improvements No improvements are proposed or required for Black Cat Rd.ACHD is
requiring an additional 50-feet of right-of-way(ROW)to be dedicated for
future expansion of the road.
Fire Service No comments received
Police Service No comments received
West Ada School District No comments received
Wastewater
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• Estimated Project Sewer ERU's
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• Project Consistent with WW
Master Plan/Facility Plan
• Impacts/Concerns
Water
• Distance to Services Directly adjacent
• Pressure Zone
• Estimated Project Water ERU's See application
• Water Quality Concerns None
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B. Owners:
Marquita M. Flansburg—2986 W. Deerfield Ct.,Eagle, ID 83616
Theresa Charlayne Call—4723 Bluff St.,Norco, CA 92860
C. Representative:
Same as Applicant
IV. NOTICING
Planning& Zoning City Council
Posting Date Posting Date
Newspaper notification
published in newspaper 5/3/2023
Radius notification mailed to
property owners within 300 feet 4/28/2023
Public hearing notice sign posted
5/5/2023
on site
Nextdoor posting 4/28/2023
V. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ANALYSIS
LAND USE: This property is designated as Medium Density Residential(MDR) on the Future Land Use Map
(FLUM)contained in the Comprehensive Plan. This designation allows for dwelling units at gross densities
of 3 to 8 dwelling units per acre.
The subject property is an enclave surrounded by single-family homes zoned R-4(Medium Low-Density
Residential)in the City on land also designated MDR on the FLUM. The Applicant proposes a 10-lot
subdivision for single-family residential detached homes at a gross density of 3.61 units per acre,which is at
the low end of the desired density range of the MDR designation and compatible with adjacent development.
TRANSPORTATION: The Master Street Map(MSM) does not depict any collector streets across this
property.North Black Cat Rd. along the eastern boundary of this site is designated as a residential arterial
street and is listed in the ACHD CIP to be widened from 3-to 5-lanes between 2031 and 2035. Black Cat
Rd. is currently improved with 2 travel lanes(one in each direction) and has no curb,gutter or sidewalk.
Goals,Objectives,&Action Items: Staff finds the following Comprehensive Plan policies to be applicable
to this application and apply to the proposed use of this property(staff analysis in italics):
• "Encourage a variety of housing types that meet the needs, preferences, and financial capabilities of
Meridian's present and future residents."(2.01.02D)
The proposed single-family detached dwellings in a mix of sizes will contribute to the variety of
housing options in this area and within the City as desired.
• "Permit new development only where it can be adequately served by critical public facilities and
urban services at the time of final approval, and in accord with any adopted levels of service for
public facilities and services."(3.03.03F)
City water and sewer service is available and can be extended by the developer with development in
accord with UDC 11-3A-21.
• "Require all new development to create a site design compatible with surrounding uses through
buffering, screening,transitional densities, and other best site design practices."(3.07.01A)
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The proposed site design with larger lot sizes abutting similar size lots to the west in Tricia's
Crossing and to the south in Turnberry Subdivision will provide a good transition in density and lot
sizes to abutting parcels. The lots proposed along the north boundary are narrower/smaller than
those to the north in Tricia's Subdivision and have approximately a 1.5:1 transition, which should
be adequate.
• "Encourage compatible uses and site design to minimize conflicts and maximize use of land."
(3.07.00)
The proposed and existing adjacent uses are all single-family detached residential homes, which
should be generally compatible with each other, thereby reducing conflicts and maximizing use of
land.
• "Support infill development that does not negatively impact the abutting, existing development.
Infll projects in downtown should develop at higher densities, irrespective of existing
development." (2.02.02C)
Development of the subject infill property should not negatively impact abutting existing
development due to the similar lots sizes and density proposed. (This development is not downtown)
• "Ensure development is connected to City of Meridian water and sanitary sewer systems and the
extension to and through said developments are constructed in conformance with the City of
Meridian Water and Sewer System Master Plans in effect at the time of development."(3.03.03A)
The proposed development, including the existing home, will connect to City water and sewer
systems with development of the subdivision;services are required to be provided to and though this
development in accord with current City plans.
• "Require pedestrian access in all new development to link subdivisions together and promote
neighborhood connectivity."(2.02.01D)
A pedestrian pathway is proposed from the internal cul-de-sac to the proposed sidewalk along N.
Black Cat Rd. and a segment of the City's multi-use pathway system is proposed along the southern
boundary of the site in accord with the Pathways Master Plan. The sidewalk along Julia Ave. will
provide a pedestrian connection to the development to the north. There are no pedestrian pathway
stubs to this property from adjacent developments.
• "Require urban infrastructure be provided for all new developments, including curb and gutter,
sidewalks,water and sewer utilities."(3.03.03G)
Urban sewer and water infrastructure and curb, gutter(along Julia Ave only) and sidewalks (along
both Julia Ave and Black Cat) are required to be provided with development of the subdivision.
• "Eliminate existing private treatment and septic systems on properties annexed into the City and
instead connect users to the City wastewater system; discourage the prolonged use of private
treatment septic systems for enclave properties."
With redevelopment of the site, the existing home is required to connect to City water and sewer
service and the existing septic system and well should be abandoned.
• "Reduce the number of existing access points onto arterial streets by using methods such as cross-
access agreements, access management, and frontage/backage roads, and promoting local and
collector street connectivity."(6.01.02B)
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There is currently one(1) access point on N. Black Cat Rd.for this property(and an irrigation
access). With development, this access will be closed and access will be provided internally from
within the subdivision via the extension off.Julia Ave.from the north.
• "Maximize public services by prioritizing infill development of vacant and underdeveloped parcels
within the City over parcels on the fringe."(2.02.02)
Development of the subject infill parcel will maximize public services.
VI. STAFF ANALYSIS
A. ANNEXATION(AZ)
The Applicant proposes to annex 2.77 acres of land with an R-8 zoning district and develop the site with
single-family homes at a gross density of 3.61 units per acre, consistent with the MDR FLUM
designation as discussed above in Section V.
A legal description and exhibit map for the annexation area is included in Section VIII.A. This property
is within the City's Area of City Impact boundary.
A preliminary plat and conceptual building elevations were submitted showing how the property is
proposed to be subdivided and developed with nine(9)new single-family residential detached dwellings
and retention of the existing home(see Section VIII).
Single-family detached dwellings are listed as a principal permitted use in the R-8 zoning district per
UDC Table 11-2A-2. Future development is subject to the dimensional standards listed in UDC Table
11-2A-6 for the R-8 zoning district.
The City may require a development agreement(DA)in conjunction with an annexation pursuant to
Idaho Code section 67-6511A. To ensure the subject property develops as proposed, Staff
recommends a DA is required with the provisions discussed herein and included in Section IX.A.
B. PRELIMINARY PLAT(PP):
The proposed preliminary plat consists of 10 building lots and five(5)common lots on 2.77 acres of land
in the proposed R-8 zoning district as shown in Section VIII.B. Proposed buildable lots range in size
from 4,151 square feet(s.f.) (or 0.10 acre)to 12,671 s.f. (or 0.29 acre).The subdivision is proposed to
develop in one(1)phase.
Existing Structures/Site Improvements: There is an existing home and several other structures on the
property. The existing home is proposed to remain on Lot 4, all other structures are proposed to be
removed. Prior to the City Engineer's signature on the final plat,all existing structures that don't
comply with the setbacks of the district shall be removed.A new address will be required for the
existing home.
Dimensional Standards (UDC 11-2): The proposed plat, existing home and subsequent development is
required to comply with the dimensional standards listed in UDC Table 11-2A-6 for the R-8 zoning
district. The proposed lots comply with the minimum dimensional standards. The existing home
complies with the setback requirements of the district. Note#11 on the preliminary plat pertaining to
building setbacks should be removed as compliance with the setbacks in effect at the time of
submittal of a building permit is required.Note#9 stating building setbacks and dimensional
standards shall be in accord with the standards in effect at the time of subdivision should be
changed to building permit submittal.
Subdivision Design&Improvement Standards: The proposed subdivision is required to comply with
the design and improvement standards listed in UDC 11-6C-3.
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Access: There are two(2) existing accesses via Black Cat Rd., an arterial street—(1)for the existing
home and(1)for the Irrigation District. The driveway for the existing home will be removed and the
driveway for the Irrigation District will remain.
Access is proposed via the extension of N. Julia Ave. at the north boundary of the site,which terminates
in a cul-de-sac; direct access is not proposed or allowed via N. Black Cat Rd. A common driveway is
proposed for access to Lots 12-14.A exhibit for the common driveway was submitted as shown in
Section VIII that complies with the standards listed in UDC 11-6C-3D. A perpetual ingress/egress
easement shall be filed with the Ada County Recorder,which shall include a requirement for
maintenance of a paved surface capable of supporting fire vehicles and equipment.A copy of such
should be submitted with the final plat for City Engineer signature; or,a plat note could be
included on the plat that includes this information.
Landscaping: A 25-foot wide street buffer is required along N. Black Cat Rd., an arterial street,per
UDC Table 11-2A-6,measured from ultimate back of curb location. A buffer is depicted on the
landscape plan that appears to meet this requirement. The buffer should be depicted on the plat in a
common lot as proposed with landscaping per the standards listed in UDC 11-3B-7C.3.
Landscaping,including trees and bushes,is required along all pathways in accord with the
standards listed in UDC 11-3B-12C and should be depicted on the landscape plan submitted with
the final plat application.A landscape strip a minimum of 5-feet wide is required to be provided along
each side of the pathway; designs are encouraged in which the width of the landscape strip varies to
provide additional width to plant trees farather from the pathway to prevent root damage(see UDC I I-
3B-12C for more information).Note:If there is not adequate room outside of the Irrigation District's
easement to place trees along the pathway, alternative compliance may be regested to this standard.
There are several existing trees on the site—where possible,existing trees should be retained.
Mitigation is required in accord with the standards listed in UDC 11-3B-10C.5; calculations
demonstrating compliance with the aforementioned standards should be depicted on the landscape
plan.
Common Open Space& Site Amenities(UDC 11-3G-3): Because the site is below 5-acres in size,
common open space and site amenities are not required per UDC 11-3G-2. However,the applicant is
proposing 0.59-acre (or 22%)of open space consisting of street buffer, open space with pathways and a
storm drainage area.
Pathways: All pathways should be constructed in accord with the standards listed in UDC 11-3A-8. A
multi-use pathway is proposed along the southern boundary of the site in accord with the Pathways
Master Plan.A 14-foot wide public pedestrian easement is required for the pathway(see Park's Dept.
comments in Section IX.G). A micro-pathway is proposed out to Black Cat from the Julia cul-de-sac.
Sidewalks(11-3A-17): Five-foot wide detached sidewalks are typically required within street buffers
along arterial streets. However,because ACHD is changing policy to require detached 10-foot wide
multiple-use pathways(MUP)in lieu of on-street bike lanes for roadways identified for
improvement in the CIP,Staff recommends a 10-foot wide MUP is required as a provision of the
development agreement.
Parking: Off-street parking is required to be provided for each home based on the total number of
bedrooms per unit as set forth in UDC Table 11-3C-6. Because the garage for the existing home is
proposed to be removed,Staff recommends a provision in the DA requiring a minimum 2-car
garage is constructed that provides parking in accord with UDC standards prior to the City
Engineer's signature on the final plat.
Waterways: The Sky Pilot Drain exists along the west and south boundaries of this site within a 100-
foot wide easement(50-feet on each side,measured from centerline)per the letter received from the
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Irrigation District. Along the southern boundary,the drain is located on this site and is open; the
Applicant proposes to pipe the open section of the drain. Along the western boundary,the drain is
located on the adjacent property to the west(Lot 8,Block 1,Tricia's Crossing) and has been piped.
The lots along the southern and western boundaries(i.e.Lots 7,9-12 and 15) significantly
encroach within the easement for the drain.NMID has stated they will consider encroachments
within the outer 20-feet of the easement with a license agreement similar to what they approved
with the adjacent development to the west(Tricia's Crossing).No buildings or trees would be
allowed in the inner 30-feet of the easement but lawn and fences could be allowed.If approved,the
easement should be clearly depicted on the final plat with the recorded instrument number of the
license agreement.A recorded copy of the license agreement should be submitted prior to
signature on the final plat by the City Engineer. If a license agreement cannot be obtained as
anticipated,there may not be adequate area to construct homes on these lots.
The UDC (11-3A-6E) requires irrigation easements wider than 10 feet to be included in a common
lot that is a minimum of 20-feet wide outside of a fenced area,unless modified by City Council at a
public hearing with notice to surrounding property owners. The width of the easement
encroachment on this site is approximately 27 feet.The Applicant requests Council approval for
the easement to be located on building and common lots(i.e.Lots 7,9-12 and 15) rather than a
common lot.If the Irrigation District approves an encroachment agreement as anticipated,there
will only be approximately 7 feet where no buildings or trees would be allowed.For this reason,
Staff is supportive of the Applicant's request.
All other irrigation ditches crossing this site that aren't being improved as a water amenity or linear open
space as defined in UDC 11-lA-1 shall be piped or otherwise covered as set forth in UDC 11-3A-6B.3,
unless otherwise waived by City Council.
Fencing: All fencing is required to comply with the standards listed in UDC 11-3A-6C and I1-3A-7, as
applicable. The landscape plan depicts existing fencing along the north boundary of the site.A 6-foot tall
privacy fence is depicted along the west, south and east boundaries of the site. A 4-foot tall privacy fence
is proposed along internal common lots.
Because there is a common lot directly adjacent to the west boundary of the site in Tricia's
Crossing Subdivision that isn't entirely visible from a public street where the Sky Pilot Drain is
located and has been piped,the fencing in this location must be open vision or semi-private up to
6-feet in height or if closed vision fencing is proposed,it can't exceed 4-feet in height, as set forth in
UDC 11-3A-7A.7b.The fence along the northern boundary of Lot 8 may be a 6-foot tall privacy fence
because the common area(i.e. Lot 8)is visible from the street and because the drain is being piped.
Utilities (UDC 11-3A-21): Connection to City water and sewer services is required in accord with UDC
11-3A-21. The existing home is required to connect to City water and sewer service within 60 days
of it becoming available and disconnect from private service, as set forth in MCC 9-1-4 and 9-4-8.
Street lighting is required to be installed in accord with the City's adopted standards, specifications and
ordinances.
Pressurized Irrigation System (UDC 11-3A-I5): Underground pressurized irrigation water is required
to be provided to each lot within the subdivision as set forth in UDC 11-3A-15.
Storm Drainage(UDC 11-3A-18):An adequate storm drainage system is required in all developments
in accord with the City's adopted standards, specifications and ordinances. Stormwater retention is
proposed on Lot 9.Design and construction shall follow best management practice as adopted by the
City as set forth in UDC 11-3A-18. A Geotechnical Recommendation Report was submitted with this
application.
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Building Elevations: Several conceptual building elevations of 1-story homes with a bonus room over
the garage were submitted as shown in Section VIII.E. Building materials consist of a variety of siding,
some with stoneibrick veneer accents. Staff recommends as provision of the DA that all homes
include brick/stone veneer accents on the street-facing elevations. Design review is not required for
single-family detached structures. The existing home is proposed to be renovated and re-oriented to take
access from the internal street rather than Black Cat Rd.
The Applicant's narrative states that at the neighborhood meeting with the original developer,concerns
were expressed pertaining to the height of the homes and related privacy issues. Options discussed to
mitigate these concerns included limiting the homes to a single-story in height,placing any second story
rooms on the interior side of the homes (i.e. above garages), and/or utilizing transom-style windows to
limit views from the proposed homes to any adjacent properties. To alleviate these issues,the
developer has agreed to a provision in the DA that limits all homes to a single-story in height with
a bonus room above the garage with all windows facing the front of the lots.
VII. DECISION
A. Staff:
Staff recommends approval of the proposed annexation with the requirement of a Development
Agreement, and preliminary plat per the provisions in Section IX in accord with the Findings in Section
X.
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VIII. EXHIBITS
A. Annexation Legal Description and Exhibit Map
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IX. 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,the
property owner(s)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 IF City Council determines annexation is in the
best interest of the City:
a. Future development of this site shall be generally consistent with the preliminary plat, common
driveway exhibit, landscape plan and conceptual building elevations included in Section VIII
and the provisions contained herein.
b. The existing home shall connect to City water and sewer service within 60 days of it becoming
available and disconnect from private service, as set forth in MCC 9-1-4 and 9-4-8.
c. The address of the existing home shall change with development of the subdivision.
d. A 10-foot wide detached sidewalk/multi-use pathway shall be provided within the required street
buffer along N. Black Cat Rd.
e. A new garage with a minimum of two (2)parking spaces shall be constructed for the existing
home in accord with the off-street parking standards listed in UDC Table 11-3C-6 for single-
family detached dwellings. The garage shall be constructed prior to City Engineer signature on
the final plat.
f. The rear and/or sides of new homes facing N. Black Cat Rd. shall incorporate articulation
through changes in two or more of the following: modulation(e.g.projections,recesses, step-
backs,pop-outs),bays,banding,porches,balconies,material types, or other integrated
architectural elements to break up monotonous wall planes and roof lines that are visible from
the subject public streets.
g. All homes shall be limited to a single-story in height with a bonus room above the garage with
all windows facing the front of the lots as proposed by the Developer.
h. All homes shall include brick/stone veneer accents on the street-facing elevations.
i. A license agreement shall be required with Nampa&Meridian Irrigation District in order for
future structures(homes and/or fences) on Lots 7 and 9-12,Block 1 to encroach within the 50-
foot wide Sky Pilot Drain easement,measured from centerline of the pipe.
2. The final plat shall include the following revisions:
a. Depict a minimum 25-foot wide street buffer along N. Black Cat Rd.,an arterial street in a
common lot. The buffer shall be measured from the ultimate curb location as anticipated by
ACHD.
b. Depict a 10-foot wide detached sidewalk/multi-use pathway within the street buffer along N.
Black Cat Rd.with an average minimum separation of greater than four(4)feet to back of curb
on the construction drawings. Also depict the easement for the pathway on the face of the plat.
c. Graphically depict and include a note for a perpetual ingress/egress easement for the common
driveway on Lot 15 that includes a requirement for maintenance of a paved surface capable of
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supporting fire vehicles and equipment as set forth in UDC 11-6C-3D8; or,record a separate
easement/agreement and include a reference to the recorded instrument number on the plat.
d. Delete note#6. These lots are identified in note#7.
e. Modify note#9 as follows,". . .in accord with the City of Meridian standards in effect at the
time of the subd visioH building permit submittal."
f. Delete note#11 pertaining to specific building setbacks.
g. Include the recorded instrument number of the public pedestrian easement on Lot 8 in note#12.
h. Modify note#13 to include Lot 15 as it also contains the Sky Pilot Drain easement. Also,
include information about the anticipated license agreement with NMID,including the recorded
instrument number of the agreement, and the specifics of what is and isn't allowed in the
easement area.
i. Depict the 50-foot wide easement for the Sky Pilot Drain,measured from the center line of the
pipe,within a common lot outside of a fenced area,unless modified by City Council at a public
hearing with notice to surrounding property owners as set forth in UDC 11-3A-6E. The
Applicant requests Council approval for the easement to be located on building and common
lots (i.e.Lots 7, 9-12 and 15) rather than a common lot.
3. The landscape plan submitted with the final plat shall include the following revisions:
a. Depict a minimum 25-foot wide street buffer along N. Black Cat Rd.,measured from the
ultimate curb location as anticipated by ACHD; depict the future curb location as anticipated by
ACHD.
b. Include mitigation information for all existing trees being removed from the site in accord with
the standards listed in UDC 11-3B-IOC.5.
c. Depict a 10-foot wide detached sidewalk/multi-use pathway within the street buffer along N.
Black Cat Rd.
d. Depict landscaping along each side of all pathways in accord with the standards listed in UDC
11-3B-12C.Note:If NMID will not allow trees within the easement for the Sky Pilot Drain
adjacent to the multi-use pathway, alternative compliance may be regested to this standard.
e. Change the fencing type along the western boundary of the site adjacent to the common open
space in Tricia's Crossing subdivision to open vision or semi-private up to 6-feet in height or if
closed vision fencing is proposed,it can't exceed 4-feet in height, as set forth in UDC 11-3A-
7A.7b.
f. Depict the 50-foot wide easement for the Sky Pilot Drain,measured from the center line of the
pipe,within a common lot outside of a fenced area,unless modified by City Council at a public
hearing with notice to surrounding property owners as set forth in UDC 11-3A-6E. The
Applicant requests Council approval for the easement to be located on building and common
lots (i.e.Lots 7, 9-12 and 15) rather than a common lot.
4. The common driveway on Lot 15 shall comply with the standards listed in UDC 11-6C-3D and the
exhibit in Section VIII.C.
5. A perpetual ingress/egress easement shall be filed with the Ada County Recorder,which shall
include a requirement for maintenance of a paved surface capable of supporting fire vehicles and
equipment. A copy of such should be submitted with the final plat for City Engineer signature.
Alternatively, a note could be included on the plat per condition#2c above.
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6. All irrigation ditches,laterals, sloughs or canals, including the Sky Pilot Drain, crossing this site
shall be piped or otherwise covered as set forth in UDC 11-3A-6B.3,unless waived by City Council.
7. Except the home, all other existing structures shall be removed from the site prior to submittal of the
final plat for City Engineer signature.
8. The new garage for the existing home shall be constructed prior to City Engineer signature on the
final plat as set forth in the Development Agreement.
9. Comply with the subdivision design and improvement standards listed in UDC 11-6C-3.
10. Submit a recorded copy of the approved license agreement with NMID that details what
encroachments (if any)are allowed within the 50-foot wide Sky Pilot Drain easement.
11. Approval of a preliminary 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.
Upon written request and filing by the applicant prior to the termination of the period,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 this title.
B. PUBLIC WORKS
1. Site Specific Conditions of Approval
1.1 None
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. The easements shall not be dedicated via the plat,but
rather dedicated outside the plat process using the City of Meridian's standard forms. The
easement shall be graphically depicted on the plat for reference purposes. Submit an executed
easement(on the form available from Public Works), a legal description prepared by an Idaho
Licensed Professional Land Surveyor,which must include the area of the easement(marked
EXHIBIT A)and an 81/2"x 11"map with bearings and distances(marked EXHIBIT B)for
review. Both exhibits must be sealed, signed and dated by a Professional Land Surveyor. DO
NOT RECORD. Add a note to the plat referencing this document. All easements must be
submitted,reviewed, and approved prior to development plan approval.
2.4 The City of Meridian requires that pressurized irrigation systems be supplied by a year-round
source of water(MCC 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,
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the developer will be responsible for the payment of assessments for the common areas prior to
prior to receiving development plan approval.
2.5 All existing structures that are required to be removed shall be prior to signature on the final plat
by the City Engineer. Any structures that are allowed to remain shall be subject to evaluation
and possible reassignment of street addressing to be in compliance with MCC.
2.6 All irrigation ditches, canals, laterals,or drains, exclusive of natural waterways, intersecting,
crossing or laying adjacent and contiguous to the area being subdivided shall be addressed per
UDC 11-3A-6. In performing such work,the applicant shall comply with Idaho Code 42-1207
and any other applicable law or regulation.
2.7 Any 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 Street signs are to be in place, sanitary sewer and water system shall be approved and activated,
road base approved by the Ada County Highway District and the Final Plat for this subdivision
shall be recorded,prior to applying for building permits.
2.10 A letter of credit or cash surety in the amount of 110%will be required for all uncompleted
fencing,landscaping, amenities, etc.,prior to signature on the final plat.
2.11 All improvements related to public life, safety and health shall be completed prior to occupancy
of the structures.Where approved by the City Engineer, an owner may post a performance
surety for such improvements in order to obtain City Engineer signature on the final plat as set
forth in UDC 11-5C-3B.
2.12 Applicant shall be required to pay Public Works development plan review, and construction
inspection fees, as determined during the plan review process,prior to the issuance of a plan
approval letter.
2.13 It shall be the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all development features comply with
the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Fair Housing Act.
2.14 Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with any Section 404 Permitting
that may be required by the Army Corps of Engineers.
2.15 Developer shall coordinate mailbox locations with the Meridian Post Office.
2.16 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.
2.17 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.
2.18 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.
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2.19 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.
2.20 A street light plan will need to be included in the civil construction plans. Street light plan
requirements are listed in section 6-5 of the Improvement Standards for Street Lighting.A copy
of the standards can be found at http://www.meridiancity.org/public_works.aspx?id=272.
2.21 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.
2.22 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. NAMPA&MERIDIAN IRRIGATION DISTRICT(NMID)
https:llweblink.meridianciU.org/WebLinkIDocView.aspx?id=294318&dbid=0&repo=MeridianCiU&cr
=1
D. DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY(DEQ)
https://weblink.meridiancioy.org/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=293550&dbid=0&repo=MeridianCity
E. ADA COUNTY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES(ACDS)
https://weblink.meridianciL.orglWebLinkIDocView.aspx?id=294146&dbid=0&repo=MeridianCity
F. IDAHO TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT(ITD)
https://weblink.meridiancity.org/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=295064&dbid=0&r0o=Meridian City
G. PARK'S DEPARTMENT
https://weblink.meridiancioy.orb/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=293049&dbid=0&repo=MeridianCitX
H. ADA COUNTY HIGHWAY DISTRICT(ACHD)
https://weblink.meridiancit .00rg/WebLink/Doc View.aspx?id=293036&dbid=0&repo=Meridian City
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X. FINDINGS
A. Annexation and/or Rezone(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;
Stafffinds the Applicant's request to annex the subject property with R-8 zoning and develop single-
family detached dwellings on the site at a gross density of 3.61 units per acre is generally consistent
with the Comprehensive Plan per the analysis in Section V.
2. The map amendment complies with the regulations outlined for the proposed district,
specifically the purpose statement;
Stafffinds the proposed map amendment to R-8 and development generally complies with the
purpose statement of the residential districts in that it will contribute to the range of housing
opportunities available in the City consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
3. The map amendment shall not be materially detrimental to the public health,safety, and
welfare;
Stafffinds the proposed map amendment should not be detrimental to the public health, safety and
welfare as the proposed residential uses should be compatible with adjacent single-family
residential homes/uses in the area.
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
Stafffinds City services are available to be provided to this development. Comments were not
received from WASD on this application but due to the small number of lots proposed, the impact
should be minimal.
5. The annexation(as applicable)is in the best interest of city.
Stafffinds the proposed annexation is in the best interest of the city.
B. Preliminary Plat(UDC 11-613-6)
In consideration of a preliminary plat,combined preliminary and final plat,or short plat,the decision-
making body shall make the following findings: (Ord. 05-1170, 8-30-2005, eff. 9-15-2005)
1. The plat is in conformance with the comprehensive plan and is consistent with this unified
development code; (Ord. 08-1372, 7-8-2008, eff. 7-8-2008)
Stafffinds the proposed plat is in conformance with the UDC and generally conforms with the
Comprehensive Plan.
2. Public services are available or can be made available and are adequate to accommodate the
proposed development;
Stafffinds public services can be made available to the subjectproperty and will be adequate to
accommodate the proposed development.
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3. The plat is in conformance with scheduled public improvements in accord with the city's capital
improvement program;
Stafffinds the proposed plat is in conformance with scheduled public improvements in accord with
the City's capital improvement program.
4. There is public financial capability of supporting services for the proposed development;
Staff finds there is public financial capability of supporting services for the proposed development.
5. The development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or general welfare; and
Staff finds the proposed development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or general
welfare.
6. The development preserves significant natural, scenic or historic features. (Ord. 05-1170, 8-30-2005,
eff. 9-15-2005)
Staff is unaware of any significant natural, scenic or historic features that need to be preserved
with this development.
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