Staff Report PZItem #4C: Centre Point Square (PP•13-042)
Application(s): Preliminary plat
Size of property, existing zoning, and location: This site consists of 5.28 of an acre, is currently zoned R-15, and is located west of
N. Eagle Road and south of E. Ustick Road.
Adjacent Land Use & Zoning: This area is predominantly developed with a mix of single family residences and several commercial
buildings, zoned R1, R-2, R-8, R-15 and C-G.
History: In 2012, the property received approval of a new preliminary plat and development agreement modification to develop 28
single family lots and 1multi-family lot. A subsequent final plat was recorded consistent with the approved preliminary plat. The single
family lots are developed with single family attached homes. The multi-family lot is being further subdivided with the subject application.
Summary of Request: The proposed preliminary plat consists of 40 residential lots and 4 common/other lots on 5.28 acres of land.
The proposed single family lots range in size from 2,557 square feet up to 4,849 square feet respectively. The gross density for the
proposed plat is 7.58 dwelling units to the acre; excluding the private street lot (Lot 1, Block 3) the gross density is 9.46 dwelling units
to the acre.
All of the proposed lots must comply with the R-15 dimensional standards in the UDC. The R-15 zoning district does not have a
minimum street frontage requirement and the minimum lot size per dwelling unit is 2,400 square feet. All of the proposed lots comply
with the R-15 dimensional standards.
The single family homes will take access from an existing private alley and an existing private street, N. Cajun Lane. Under the UDC,
single family dwellings are allowed to take access from private streets when the plat is designed with a common mew. Several of the
lots (Lots 37-44, Block 3) will take access from common driveways reducing the number of driveways to the abutting roadway to ensure
vehicles are not backing out into the N. Cajun Lane intersection and round-about.
Currently this property is developed with a 37,250 square foot common lot and a tot lot as allowed under the recorded DA. This
provision also allows the open space to be relocated on the site once development is proposed if an equal amount of open space is
being provided. The primary open space for the development consists of a 38,996 square foot mew lot. The primary amenities will be
several sitting benches, inter-connected walkway, a tot lot, and a gazebo.
The applicant has also submitted a detail of the landscaping proposed for the buildable lots. The UDC does not regulate landscaping
on single family lots however; staff is of the opinion that similar planter beds should be incorporated along the front porches of the
residential units to delineate the private porches from the common open space.
Further, the entire residential units fronton the mew lot without pedestrian connections to the main entries of the residential units. With
the future CZC and DES application submittal the applicant should submit a revised landscape plan that incorporates the planter beds
in front of the porches. With the final plat submittal, the revised landscape plan should include the pedestrian connections from the
main entries of the units to the sidewalks within the mew lot.
Sample building elevations have been submitted with the subject applications and are meant to represent the design theme of the
proposed development. Staff supports the mix of materials (e.g. stucco, wood siding, stone and brick accents, exposed timbers, mix of
colors, decorative trim, decorative corbels and a mix of metal and composite roofing) and the mix of contemporary and traditional home
designs. Staff has concerns the rear elevations of the homes that will fronton N. Cajun Lane (Lots 24-35 and Lots 42-44, Block 3) as
these elevations will be visible from Eagle Road. A provision of the DA will require all single family homes obtain CZC and DES
approval and the rear elevations of the homes adjacent to Cajun Lane incorporate a mix of materials as represented.
Comprehensive Plan FLUM Designation: Mixed-use Regional
Written Testimony: John Blakeslee, with the Alleman Lateral Users Association, has submitted written testimony requesting the
applicant obtain written approval from the ALUA prior to any changes to their irrigation lateral.
Staff Recommendation: Approval w/conditions
Notes:
STAFF REPORT E IDIAN
Hearing Date: February 6, 2014 I D A H Q
TO: Planning and Zoning Commission
FROM: Bill Parsons, Associate City Planner
(208) 884-5533
Bruce Freckleton, Development Services Manager
208-887-2211
SUBJECT: PP-13-042 and MDA-13-025 -Centre Point Square
1. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF APPLICANT'S REQUEST
The applicant, Center Point Square, LLC, is requesting approval of the following applications:
1) preliminary plat (PP) consisting of forty (40) single family buildable lots and four (4)
common/other lots on 5.28 acres of land in an R-15 zoning district and;
2) development agreement modification (MDA) to change the development plan from multi-family
to single family.
2. SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the proposed preliminary plat and development agreement modification
based on the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law in Exhibit C subject to the condition of
approvals in Exhibit B of the staff report.
3. PROPOSED MOTION
Approval
After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to recommend approval to the City
Council of File Numbers PP-13-042 and MDA-13-025 (optional) as presented in staff report for the
hearing date of February 6, 2014 with the following modifications: (Add any proposed modifications.)
Denial
After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to recommend denial to the City
Council of File Numbers PP-13-042 and MDA-13-025 (optional) as presented during the hearing on
February 6, 2014 for the following reasons: (You should state specific reasons for denial of the of the
plat.)
Continuance
I move to continue File Numbers PP-13-042 and MDA-13-025 (optional) to the hearing date of (insert
continued hearing date here) for the following reason(s): (You should state specific reason(s) for
continuance.)
4. APPLICATION AND PROPERTY FACTS
A. Site Address/Location (Parcel #80945590010)
The subject property is located on the west side of N. Eagle Road, south of E. Ustick Road in the
northeast '/a of Section 5, Township 3 North, Range 1 East.
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B. Applicant/Owner:
Center Point Square, LLC
220 Bobwhite Court, suite #220
Boise, ID 83706
D. Representative:
Bob Unger, ULC Management LLC, (861-5220)
E. Applicant's Statement/Justification: Please see applicant's narrative for this information.
5. PROCESS FACTS
A. The subject applications are for a preliminary plat and a development agreement modification. A
public hearing is required before the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council on this
matter, consistent with Meridian City Code Title 11, Chapter 5.
B. Newspaper notifications published on: January 20, and February 3, 2014 (Commission);
C. Radius notices mailed to properties within 300 feet on: January 9, 2014 (Commission);
D. Applicant posted notice on site by: January 27, 2014 (Commission);
6. LAND USE
A. Existing Land Use(s): The subject property is currently vacant land, zoned R-15.
B. Character of Surrounding Area and Adjacent Land Use and Zoning: This area is predominantly
developed with a mix of single family residences and several commercial buildings, zoned Rl, R-
2, R-8, R-15 and C-G.
C. History of Previous Actions: In 2012, the property received approval of a new preliminary plat
(PP-12-013) and development agreement modification (MDA-12-008) (DA instrument
#113019368) to develop twenty-eight (28) single family lots and one (1)multi-family lot. A
subsequent final plat (FP-13-002) was recorded consistent with the approved preliminary plat.
The single family lots are developed with single family attached homes. The platted multi-family
lot is being further subdivided with the subject application.
D. Utilities:
1. Public Works:
a. Location of water: All utilities are available in the adjacent private streets.
b. Location of sewer: All utilities are available in the adjacent private streets.
c. Issues or concerns: None
E. Physical Features:
1. Canals/Ditches Irrigation: The Alleman Lateral is tiled and bisects the property. The applicant
is proposing to re-route this lateral to accommodate the design of the proposed development.
2. Hazards: Staff is not aware of any hazards that exist on this property.
3. Flood Plain: This site is not impacted by the flood plain.
7. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN POLICIES AND GOALS
The site is designated "Mixed-use Regional" on the future land use map. The mixed-use area
anticipates densities between six (6) and forty (40) dwellings per acre. The proposed preliminary plat
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includes 40 residential lots and 4 common lots on 5.28 acres for a total gross density of 7.58 dwelling
units/acre which falls within the density parameters stated in the Comprehensive Plan.
Staff finds the following Comprehensive Plan policies to be applicable to this property and apply to
the proposed development (staff analysis in italics below policy):
1. "Permit new development only where urban services can be reasonably provided at the time of
final approval and development is contiguous to the City." (3.01.O1F, pg. 45)
City services are available to service the proposed development..
2. "Require street connections between subdivisions at regular intervals to enhance connectivity and
better traffic flow." (3.03.03C, pg. 48)
All of the public and private roadways are constructed within the development providing access to
Ustick Road and Eagle Road. The road network is not changing with the subject application. N.
Cajun Lane is stubbed to the property to the north for future connectivity.
3. "Require pedestrian access connectors in all new development to link subdivisions together to
promote neighborhood connectivity as part of a community pathway system." (3.03.03B, pg. 48)
The Bienville Square Subdivision was approved with pedestrian connectivity consistent with the
MU-R designation. A 10 foot wide multi-use pathway was constructed along the southern and
western boundaries and several internal micropaths were constructed with previous phases. The
proposed development also includes interconnected pathways that provides connectivity to the
existing system and links the residential portion of the development with the commercial
development adjacent to Eagle Road.
4. "Require common areas for all subdivisions." (3.07.02F, pg. 55)
The applicant is required to provide and maintain 10 percent of common open space per the
recorded development agreement. The submitted plan depicts approximately 1.06 acres of
common open space which exceeds the requirement of the DA. The primary open space for the
development is a central mew lot which is approximately 39, 000 square feet.
5. "Protect existing residential properties from incompatible land use development on adjacent
parcels." (3.06.O1F, pg. 53).
Originally, the project envisioned a multi family component for the property. During the previous
hearing the neighbors voiced concerns with a multi family development within Bienville Square
Subdivision. Based on these concerns, the applicant has elected to proceed with a DA modification
to plat additional single family lots. The applicant is proposing to develop forty (40) additional
single family lots with a mix of single family detached and single family attached homes consistent
with the adjacent single family developments. Further, the applicant is proposing a mew
development to increase the usable open space within the development.
Although the applicant is proposing a different development plan for the site, staff is of the opinion
the proposed development maintains the residential component of the mixed use area, provides
additional open space and adequate buffering between the commercial area and the existing
single family to the west.
6. "Encourage infill development in vacant/undeveloped areas within the City over fringe area
development to halt the outward progression of urban development." (5.01.02B, pg. 69)
This is the last remnant residential parcel to develop consistent with this objective.
7. "Elevate quality of design for houses and apartments; evaluate the need for design review
guidelines for single-family homes." (3.07.020, pg. 56)
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The single family homes within the proposed development will be subject to the design standards
in UDC 11-3A-19 and the guidelines in the Meridian Design Manual.
Based on the above analysis, staff is of the opinion that the proposed development is generally
consistent with comprehensive plan.
8. UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE
A. Purpose Statement of the Residential Districts (R-15): The purpose of the residential districts is
to provide for a range of housing opportunities consistent with the Meridian Comprehensive Plan.
Residential districts are distinguished by the allowable density of dwelling units per acre and
corresponding housing types that can be accommodated within the density range.
B. Schedule of Use Control: Unified Development Code (UDC) 11-2A-21ists single family detached
and single family attached housing as a principally permitted use in the R-15 zoning district.
C. Dimensional Standards: Development of the site shall comply with the dimensional standards
listed in UDC 11-2A-7 for the R-15 zoning district.
D. Landscaping:
1. The proposed micropath is required to comply with the design standards in accord with UDC
11-3A-8 and UDC 11-3B-12.
2. Percentage of site as open space: Per UDC 11-3G-3, the previous plat was required to provide
10 percent open space and one site amenity. A provision in the recorded DA requires
compliance with this requirement with the development of this property.
E. Subdivision Design and Improvement Standards: The subdivision must comply with the
subdivision design standards outlined in UDC 11-6C-3.
F. Off-Street Parking: Off-street parking is required in accord with UDC Table 11-3C-6 for single-
family dwellings.
9. ANALYSIS
Analysis of Facts Leading to Staff Recommendation:
MDA Application: The applicant is proposing to re-plat Lot 31, Block 2 of Bienville Square
Subdivision No. 2. The previous plat approved a single 4.23 acre multi-family lot. Currently, this
lot is developed with the open space approved with Bienville Square Subdivision No. 2 as
allowed under the recorded DA. Now that multi-family is no longer proposed for the
development, the applicant must amend the DA to allow the single family development and
maintain the 10 percent open space. Staff has identified the appropriate DA sections that need to
be modified:
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substantiall~com~ly with the preliminary plat the landscape plans and sample elevations in
Exhibit A.
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• Section 4: The third phase includes the development of up to 40 single family lots and 4
common/other lots pertinent to PP-13-042 application
• Section 6: All single family homes (detached and attached) within the proposed development
shall obtain certificate of the zonin compliance and administrative design review ap rp oval
The rear of the structures on Lots 24-35 and Lots 42-44 Block 3 that face N Cajun Lane
shall incorporate articulation and modulation throush changes in materials color fenestration
and architectural elements (horizontal and vertical) to break up monotonous wall planes and
roof lines.
Preliminary Plat (PP): The applicant is requesting preliminary plat approval of forty (40)
residential lots and four (4) common/other lots on 5.28 acres of land. The proposed single family
lots range in size from 2,557 square feet up to 4,849 square feet respectively. The gross density
for the proposed plat is 7.58 dwelling units to the acre; excluding the private street lot (Lot 1,
Block 3) the gross density is 9.46 dwelling units to the acre.
The property is zoned R-15 and all of the proposed lots must comply with the dimensional
standards established in the UDC. The R-15 zoning district does not have a minimum street
frontage requirement and the minimum lot size per dwelling unit is 2,400 square feet. After
reviewing the plat all of the proposed lots comply with the R-15 dimensional standards.
Street Network: The Bienville Square Subdivision was approved with both public and private
streets. The single family homes will take access from an existing private alley and an existing
private street, N. Cajun Lane. Under the UDC, single family dwellings are allowed to take access
from private streets when the plat is designed with a common mew. Since the proposed
development incorporates the common mew and the internal street connections have already been
approved and constructed, staff supports the connectivity as proposed.
Several of the lots (Lots 37-44, Block 3) will take access from common driveways reducing
the number of driveways to the abutting roadway to ensure vehicles are not backing out
into the N. Cajun Lane intersection and round-about. With a final plat application, the
applicant must depict the common drive easements on the face of the plat or plat the
common driveways as 20-foot wide common lots in accord with the standards set forth in
UDC 11-6C-3D.
Open Space/Amenities: Currently this property is developed with a 37,250 square foot common
lot and a tot lot as allowed under the recorded DA. This provision also allows the open space to
be relocated on the site once development is proposed if an equal amount of open space is being
provided. Staff has reviewed the submitted landscape plan for conformance with these
requirements. The primary open space for the development consists of a 38,996 square foot mew
lot. The primary amenities will be several sitting benches, walking paths, a tot lot, and a gazebo.
Since the proposed open space and site amenities exceed the requirements of the recorded DA
and the UDC, staff is supportive of the open space and site amenities.
The applicant has also submitted a detail of the landscaping proposed for the buildable lots.
The UDC does not regulate landscaping on single family lots however; staff is of the opinion
that similar planter beds should be incorporated along the front porches of the residential
units to delineate the private porches from the common open space.
Further, the entire residential units front on the mew lot without pedestrian connections to
the main entries of the residential units. With the future CZC and DES application
submittal the applicant should submit a revised landscape plan that incorporates the
planter beds in front of the porches. With the final plat submittal, the revised landscape
plan should include the pedestrian connections from the main entries of the units to the
sidewalks within the mew lot.
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Other Landscape Requirements:
a. The micropath between Lots 8 and 9, Block 3 must be installed in accord with UDC 11-
3A-8 and UDC 11-3B-12.
b. All proposed fencing must be installed in accord with UDC 11-3A-7
Existing Irrigation Easement: As mentioned above, this property is bifurcated by an existing
20-foot wide Alleman Lateral User's Association easement. Currently, Lot 2, Lots 9-11 and Lots
32-35, Block 3 are encumbered by the easement. As part of the development, the applicant is
proposing to re-route the underground irrigation pipe and establish a new 20-foot wide irrigation
easement. Prior to signature on the final plat, the applicant must obtain approval of a vacation
application to remove the existing irrigation easement from the affected lots.
Building Elevations: Sample building elevations have been submitted with the subject
applications and are meant to represent the design theme of the proposed development (see
Exhibit A.4). Since a development agreement modification is accompanying the preliminary plat,
staff believes the proposed elevations should be included in the amended development agreement
to ensure the project develops as proposed by the applicant. Staff supports the mix of materials
(e.g. stucco, wood siding, stone and brick accents, exposed timbers, mix of colors, decorative
trim, decorative corbels and a mix of metal and composite roofings and the mix of contemporary
and traditional designs of the homes. The design features include the variations in the wall and
roof planes, front court yards, covered porches, and balanced fenestration. Staff is of the opinion
the future homes will complement the existing homes in the area and demonstrates high quality
materials.
However, staff has concerns the rear elevations of the homes that will front on N. Cajun
Lane (Lots 24-35 and Lots 42-44, Block 3) as these elevations will be visible from Eagle
Road. Although single family homes are not required to obtain design review approval, the
Meridian Design Manual encourages similar building materials and mix of materials be
incorporated into all sides of the future homes, specifically, for those facades that face a
public street and common open space. The applicant should keep this in mind when
designing homes adjacent to the aforementioned roadway. Prior to the issuance of a
building permit, staff will review all home elevations as described above to ensure
conformance with these design features. A recommended provision of the DA requires all
future single family homes obtain certificate of zoning compliance and administrative
design review approval.
Based on the analysis above, staff finds the proposed plat complies with the Comprehensive Plan
and the requirements of the UDC through the conditions and recommends approval of the
proposed plat.
10. EXHIBITS
A. Drawings
1. Vicinity Map
2. Proposed Preliminary Plat (dated: 12/02/13)
3. Proposed Landscape Plans (dated: 12/17/13)
4. Sample Elevations
B. Conditions of Approval
1. Planning Department
2. Public Works Department
3. Fire Department
4. Police Department
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5. Parks Department
6. Sanitary Service Company
7. Ada County Highway District
8. Central District Health Department
9. Idaho Transportation Department
C. Required Findings from Unified Development Code
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B. Conditions of Approval
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1.1 DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT MODIFICATION
1.1.1 The DA shall be signed by the property owner and returned to the City within two years of the
City Council granting the approval. The amended DA must be approved and recorded prior
to submitting the final plat application. The applicant shall contact the City Attorney's
office (898-5506) to initiate this process. The amended DA shall include the following
modification:
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• Section 4: The third phase includes the development of up to 40 single family lots and 4
common/other lots pertinent to the PP-13-042 application.
• Section 6: All single family homes (detached and attached) within the proposed development
shall obtain certificate of the zoning compliance and administrative design review approval.
The rear of the structure on Lots 24-35 and Lots 42-44, Block 3 that faces N. Cajun. Lane
shall incorporate articulation and modulation through changes in materials, color, fenestration
and architectural elements (horizontal and vertical) to break up monotonous wall planes and
roof lines.
1.2 SITE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS -PRELIMINARY PLAT
1.2.1 The project is subject to all current City of Meridian ordinances and any applicable conditions of
approval associated with this site (AZ-OS-057, PP-OS-059, RZ-OS-019, PS-OS-002, CUP-OS-052,
PP-12-013, MDA-12-008, FP-13-002 and Development Agreement Instrument No(s). 107044347
and 113019368).
1.2.2 The preliminary plat labeled Sheet 1, prepared by ULC Management, LLC, dated 12/02/13, shall
be revised as follows:
a. Lots 37-44, Block 3 shall take access from common driveways as proposed. All common
drives shall be designed in accordance with UDC 11-6C-3D. An exhibit depicting the
setbacks, building envelope an orientation of lots and structures shall be submitted a future
final plat application. Include note on the final plat that addresses access across the lots and
the responsible party for maintenance of the common driveways.
b. Prior to signature on the final plat, the applicant must obtain approval of a vacation
application to remove the existing 20-foot wide irrigation easement from Lot 2, Lots 9-11 and
Lots 32-35, Block 3.
1.2.3 The landscape plan, dated 12/17/13, shall be revised as follows:
a. The micropath between lots 8 and 9, Block 3 must be installed in accord with UDC 11-3A-8
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and UDC 11-3B-12.
b. The applicant shall comply with proposed open space and site amenities represented on the
submitted landscape plan in Exhibit A. Details of the tot lot and gazebo area shall be provided
with a final plat application.
c. The applicant shall install similar planter beds along each of the front porches of the
residential units to delineate the private porches from the common open space in accord with
the plant materials shown on sheet L-1.01. Consistency with these plant materials will be
reviewed with each certificate of zoning compliance and administrative design review
application.
d. Provide pedestrian connections from the main entries of the residential units to the sidewalks
within the mew lot.
e. All fencing shall be designed in accord with UDC 11-3A-7.
f. All common open space and site amenities shall be maintained by a home owner's association
as set forth in UDC 11-3G-3F1.
g. All existing landscaping not being removed within the boundaries of the project must remain
protected during construction on the site in accord with UDC 11-3B-10.
h. A written certificate of completion should be prepared by the landscape architect, designer, or
qualified nurseryman responsible for the landscape plan. All standards of installation should
apply as listed in UDC 11-3B-14.
1.2.4 Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant must obtain approval of a certificate of
zoning compliance and administrative design review applications for all of the single family
homes and record a final plat.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS -PRELIMINARY PLAT
1.3.1 Comply with all bulk, use, and development standards of the R-15 zoning district listed in
Chapter District Regulations.
1.3.2 Comply with the sidewalk standards as set forth in UDC 11-3A-17.
1.3.3 The project is subject to all current City of Meridian ordinances. Staff's failure to cite specific
ordinance provisions does not relieve the applicant of responsibility for compliance.
1.3.4 Provide a pressurized irrigation system consistent with the standards as set forth in UDC 11-3A-
15, UDC 11-3B-6 and MCC 9-1-28
1.3.5 A detailed fencing plan shall be submitted upon application of the final plat. If permanent fencing
is not provided before issuance of a building permit, temporary construction fencing to contain
debris must be installed around the perimeter.
1.3.6 The applicant shall coordinate all subdivision improvements with the Nampa Meridian Irrigation
District.
1.3.7 Construct all off-street parking areas consistent with the standards as set forth in UDC 11-3C-6
for single-family dwellings.
1.3.8 Comply with all subdivision design and improvement standards as set forth in UDC 11-6C-3,
including but not limited to driveways, common driveways, easements, blocks and mailbox
placement.
1.3.9 Comply with the provisions for irrigation ditches, laterals, canals and/or drainage courses, as set
forth in UDC 11-3A-6.
Exhibit B _ 2
1.3.10 Install all utilities consistent with the standards as set forth in UDC 11-3A-21 and 11-3B-SJ.
1.4 Process Conditions of Approval
1.4.1 No signs are approved with this application. Prior to installing any signs on the property, the
applicant shall submit a sign permit application consistent with the standards in UDC Chapter 3
Article D and receive approval for such signs.
1.4.2 The final plat, and any phase thereof, shall substantially comply with the approved preliminary
plat as set forth in UDC 11-6B-3C2.
1.4.3 The preliminary plat approval shall be null and void if the applicant fails to either 1) obtain the
City Engineer signature on a final plat within two years, or 2) gain approval of a time extension
as set forth in UDC 11-6B-7.
1.4.4 The applicant and/or assigns shall have the continuing obligation to provide irrigation that meets
the standards as set forth in UDC 11-3B-6 and to install and maintain all landscaping as set forth
in UDC 11-3B-5, UDC 11-3B-13 and UDC 11-3B-14.
1.4.5 The applicant shall complete all improvements related to public life, safety, and health as set forth
in UDC 11-SC-3B. A surety agreement may be accepted for other improvements in accord with
UDC 11-SC-3C.
2. Public Works Department
2.1 GENERAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
2.1.1 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.
2.1.2 Per Meridian City Code, the applicant shall be responsible to install sewer and water mains to and
through this development.
2.1.3 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.
2.1.4 The City of Meridian requires that pressurized irrigation systems be supplied by a year-round
source of water (MCC 12-13-8.3). The applicant should be required to use any existing surface or
well water for the primary source. If a surface or well source is not available, asingle-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
receiving development plan approval.
2.1.5 All existing structures that are required to be removed shall be prior to signature on the final plat
by the City Engineer.
Exhibit B _ 3 _
2.1.6 All irrigation ditches, laterals or canals, exclusive of natural waterways, intersecting, crossing or
lying adjacent and contiguous to the area being subdivided shall be tiled per UDC 11-3A-6.
Plans shall be approved by the appropriate irrigation/drainage district, or lateral users association
(ditch owners), with written approval or non-approval submitted to the Public Works Department.
If lateral users association approval can't be obtained, alternate plans shall be reviewed and
approved by the Meridian City Engineer prior to final plat signature.
2.1.7 Any existing domestic well system within this project shall be removed from domestic service per
City Ordinance Section 9-1-4 and 9 4 8 contact the City of Meridian Engineering Department at
(208)898-5500 for inspections of disconnection of services. Wells may be used for non-domestic
purposes such as landscape irrigation if approved by Idaho Department of Water Resources
Contact Robert B. Whitney at (208)334-2190.
2.1.8 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.
2.1.9 Street signs are to be in place, sanitary sewer and water system shall be approved and activated,
fencing installed, drainage lots constructed, 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.
2.1.10 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.
2.1.11 All development improvements, including but not limited to sewer and water, fencing, micro-
paths, pressurized irrigation and landscaping shall be installed and approved prior to obtaining
certificates of occupancy.
2.1.12 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.
2.1.13 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.
2.1.14 Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with any Section 404 Permitting
that may be required by the Army Corps of Engineers.
2.1.15 Developer shall coordinate mailbox locations with the Meridian Post Office.
2.1.16 All grading of the site shall be performed in conformance with MCC 11-12-3H.
2.1.17 Compaction test results shall be submitted to the Meridian Building Department for all building
pads receiving engineered backfill, where footing would sit atop fill material.
2.1.18 The 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.
2.1.19 The applicants design engineer shall be responsible for inspection of all irrigation and/or
drainage facility within this project that do not fall under the jurisdiction of an irrigation district
or ACRD. 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.
Exhibit B _ 4
2.1.20 At the completion of the project, the applicant shall be responsible to submit record drawings per
the City of Meridian AutoCAD standards. These record drawings must be received and approved
prior to the issuance of a certification of occupancy for any structures within the project.
2.1.21 100 Watt and 250 Watt, high-pressure sodium street lights shall be required on all public
roadways per the City of Meridian Improvement Standards for Street Lighting. All street lights
shall be installed at developer's expense. Final design shall be submitted as part of the
development plan set for approval, which must include the location of any existing street lights.
Street lighting is required at intersections, corners, cul-de-sacs, and at a spacing that does not
exceed that outlined in the Standards. The contractor's work and materials shall conform to the
ISPWC and the City of Meridian Supplemental Specifications to the ISPWC.
2.1.22 The City of Meridian requires that the owner post to the City a performance surety in the amount
of 125% of the total construction cost for all incomplete sewer, water and reuse infrastructure
prior to final plat signature. This surety will be verified by a line item cost estimate provided by
the owner to the City. The surety can be posted in the form of an irrevocable letter of credit, cash
deposit or bond. Please contact Land Development Service for more information at 887-2211.
2.1.23 The City of Meridian requires that the owner post to the City a warranty surety in the amount of
20% of the total construction cost for all completed sewer, water and reuse infrastructure for
duration of two years. This surety will be verified by a line item cost estimate provided by the
owner to the City. The surety can be posted in the form of an irrevocable letter of credit, cash
deposit or bond. Please contact Land Development Service for more information at 887-2211.
3. Fire Department
3.1 One and two family dwellings not exceeding 3,600 square feet require afire-flow of 1,000 gallons
per minute for a duration of 2 hours to service the entire project. One and two family dwellings in
excess of 3,600 square feet require a minimum fire flow as specified in Appendix B of the
International Fire Code. Fire Hydrant spacing shall be provided as required by Appendix C of the
International Fire Code.
3.2 Final Approval of the fire hydrant locations shall be by the Meridian Fire Department in
accordance with International Fire Code Section (IFC) 508.5.4 as follows:
a. Fire hydrants shall have the 4 ''/z" outlet face the main street or parking lot drive aisle.
b. Fire hydrants shall not face a street which does not have addresses on it.
c. Fire hydrant markers shall be provided per Public Works specifications.
d. Fire Hydrants shall be placed on corners when spacing permits.
e. Fire hydrants shall not have any vertical obstructions to outlets within 10'.
f. Fire hydrants shall be placed 18" above finished grade to the center of the 4 ''/z" outlets.
g. Fire hydrants shall be provided to meet the requirements of IFC Section 509.5.
h. Show all proposed or existing hydrants for all new construction or additions to
existing buildings within 1,000 feet of the project.
3.3 All entrances, internal roads, drive aisles, and alleys shall have a turning radius of 28' inside and
48' outside, per International Fire Code Section 503.2.4.
3.4 Ensure that all yet undeveloped parcels are maintained free of combustible vegetation as set forth
in International Fire Code Section 304.1.2.
3.5 Fire lanes, streets, and structures (including the canopy height of mature trees) shall have a
vertical clearance of 13'6 as set forth in International Fire Code Section 503.2.1.
3.6 Operational fire hydrants, temporary or permanent street signs, and access roads with an all weather
surface are required to be installed before combustible construction material is brought onto the site,
as set forth in International Fire Code Section (IFC) 501.4 and Meridian amendment to IFC 10-4-2J.
Exhibit B _ g _
3.7 Where a portion of the facility or building hereafter constructed or moved into or within the
jurisdiction is more than 400 feet (122 m) from a hydrant on a fire apparatus access road, as
measured by an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building, on-site fire hydrants
and mains shall be provided where required by the code official as set forth in International Fire
Code Section 507.5.1. For buildings equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler
system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2 the distance requirement shall be
600 feet (183).
a. For Group R-3 and Group U occupancies, the distance requirement shall be 600 feet (183 m).
b. For buildings equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2, the distance requirement shall be 600 feet (183
m).
3.8 Emergency response routes and fire lanes shall not be allowed to have traffic calming devices
installed without prior approval of the Fire Code Official. National Fire Protection Standard 1141,
Section A5.2.18.
4. Parks Department
4.1 The Parks Department has no concerns related to the submitted application.
5. Police Department
5.1 The Police Department has no concerns related to the site design submitted with the application.
6. Republic Services
6.1 Cart service shall be provided from the alley and N. Cajun Lane.
7. Ada County Highway District
7.1.1 Comply with all the site specific conditions and standard conditions of approvals approved with
MPP-OS-059 application.
Exhibit B _ 6
C. Required Findings from Unified Development Code
1. Preliminary Plat Findings:
In consideration of a preliminary plat, combined preliminary and final plat, or short plat,
the Council shall make the following findings:
A. The plat is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan and is consistent with this
unified development code;
Staff finds that the proposed plat generally complies with the comprehensive plan and is
consistent with the UDC. Staff finds the proposed plat comports to the dimensional
standards of the R-15 zoning district and the subdivision regulations set forth in the UDC
(please see Section 7 and Section 9 of the Staff Report for detailed analysis that apply to
this development).
B. Public services are available or can be made available and are adequate to
accommodate the proposed development;
Staff finds that services are readily available to accommodate the proposed development.
C. The plat is in conformance with scheduled public improvements in accord with the
City's capital improvement program;
Because the developer is installing sewer, water, and utilities for the development at their
cost, staff finds that the subdivisions will not require the expenditure of capital
improvement funds.
D. There is public financial capability of supporting services for the proposed
development;
Staff recommends the Commission and Council rely upon comments from the public
service providers (i.e., police, fire, ACHD, etc.) to determine this finding.
E. The development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or general
welfare; and
Staff is not aware of any health, safety or environmental problems associated with the
development of the subdivision that should be brought to the Council or Commission's
attention. ACRD considers road safety issues in their analysis. Staff recommends that the
Commission and Council reference any public testimony that may be presented to
determine whether or not the proposed subdivision may cause health, safety or
environmental problems of which staff is unaware.
F. The development preserves significant natural, scenic or historic features.
Staff is unaware of any natural, scenic or historic features on this site. Therefore, staff
finds that the proposed development will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of
any natural, scenic or historic feature(s) of major importance. The Commission and
Council should reference any public testimony that may be presented to determine
whether or not the proposed development may destroy or damage a natural or scenic
feature(s) of major importance of which staff is unaware.
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