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Regency at River Valley 2 CUP-14-001CITY OF MERIDIAN FINDINGS OF FACT, CONCLUSIONS OF LAW AND DECISION & ORDER E IDIAN--�- IDAHO In the Matter of the Request for the Request for Conditional Use Permit for a Multi -Family Development Consisting of Ninety -Six (96) Dwelling Units on 3.52 Acres of Land in a C -G Zoning District for Regency at River Valley Phase 2, Located on the Southeast Portion of the Property Located at 2600 N. Eagle Road, by Lars Anderson, Project Engineering Consultants. Case No(s). CUP -14-001 For the Planning & Zoning Commission Hearing Date of. June 19, 2014 (Findings on July 17, 2014) A. Findings of Fact 1. Hearing Facts (see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of June 19, 2014, incorporated by reference) 2. Process Facts (see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of June 19, 2014, incorporated by reference) 3. Application and Property Facts (see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of June 19, 2014, incorporated by reference) 4. Required Findings per the Unified Development Code (see attached Staff Report for the hearing date of June 19, 2014, 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 Planning & Zoning Commission takes judicial notice of its Unified Development Code codified at Title 11 Meridian City Code, and all current zoning maps thereof. The City of Meridian has, by ordinance, established the Impact Area and the Amended Comprehensive Plan of the City of Meridian, which was adopted April 19, 2011, Resolution No. 11-784 and Maps. 3. The conditions shall be reviewable by the City Council pursuant to Meridian City Code § 11-5A. 4. Due consideration has been given to the comment(s) received from the governmental subdivisions providing services in the City of Meridian planning jurisdiction. 5. It is found public facilities and services required by the proposed development will not impose expense upon the public if the attached conditions of approval are imposed. 6. That the City has granted an order of approval in accordance with this decision, which shall be signed by the Chairman of the Commission and City Clerk and then a copy served by the Clerk CITY OF MERIDIAN FINDINGS OF FACT, CONCLUSIONS OF LAW AND DECISION & ORDER CASE NO(S). CUP -14-001 Page 1 upon the applicant, the Planning Department, the Public Works Department and any affected party requesting notice. 7. That this approval is subject to the conditions of approval in the attached staff report for the hearing date of June 19, 2014, incorporated by reference. The conditions are concluded to be reasonable and the applicant shall meet such requirements as a condition of approval of the application. C. Decision and Order Pursuant to the Planning & Zoning Commission's authority as provided in Meridian City Code § 1I - 5A and based upon the above and foregoing Findings of Fact which are herein adopted, it is hereby ordered that: The applicant's request for conditional use permit is hereby approved in accord with the conditions of approval in the staff report for the hearing date of June 19, 2014, attached as Exhibit A. D. Notice of Applicable Time Limits Notice of Two (2) Year Conditional Use Permit Duration Please take notice that the conditional use permit, when granted, shall be valid for a maximum period of two (2) years unless otherwise approved by the City in accord with UDC 11 -5B -6F.1. During this time, the applicant shall commence the use as permitted in accord with the conditions of approval, satisfy the requirements set forth in the conditions of approval, and acquire building permits and commence construction of permanent footings or structures on or in the ground. For conditional use permits that also require platting, the final plat must be signed by the City Engineer within this two (2) year period in accord with UDC 11 -5B -6F.2. Upon written request and filed by the applicant prior to the termination of the period in accord with 11 -5B -6.F.1, the Director may authorize a single extension of the time to commence the use not to exceed one (1) two (2) year period. Additional time extensions up to two (2) years as determined and approved by the Commission may be granted. With all extensions, the Director or Commission may require the conditional use comply with the current provisions of Meridian City Code Title 11. E. Notice of Final Action and Right to Regulatory Takings Analysis 1. The Applicant is hereby notified that pursuant to Idaho Code 67-8003, a denial of a conditional use permit entitles the Owner to request a regulatory taking analysis. Such request must be in writing, and must be fled with the City Clerk not more than twenty-eight (28) days after the final decision concerning the matter at issue. A request for a regulatory takings analysis will toll the time period within which a Petition for Judicial Review may be filed. 2. Please take notice that this is a final action of the governing body of the City of Meridian. When applicable and pursuant to Idaho Code § 67-6521, any affected person being a person who has an interest in real property which may be adversely affected by the final action of the governing board may within twenty-eight (28) days after the date of this decision and order seek a judicial review as provided by Chapter 52, Title 67, Idaho Code. F. Attached: Staff report for the hearing date of June 19, 2014 CITY OF MERIDIAN FINDINGS OF FACT, CONCLUSIONS OF LAW AND DECISION & ORDER CASE NO(S). CUP -14-001 Page 2 By action of the Planning & Zoning Commission at its regular meeting held on the 2014. COMMISSIONER JOE MARSHALL, CHAIRMAN COMMISSIONER STEVEN YEARSLEY, VICE CHAIRMAN COMMISSIONER SCOTT FREEMAN COMMISSIONER MACY MILLER COMMISSIONER PATRICK OLIVER Attest: day of VOTED QeOL VOTED VOTED VOTED VOTED b Syl—,T- .� A a 0!4A '4 w . C,e�co' Jaycee Holman, City Clerk Copy served upon Applicant, The Planning Department, Public Works Department and City Attorney. Ci ljrcIY4 Dated: J u L& A. air Ll CITY OF MERIDIAN FINDINGS OF FACT, CONCLUSIONS OF LAW AND DECISION & ORDER CASE NO(S). CUP -14-001 �O�TED A LC �GO �,, p � City of m� �/Y[ IDIAN to�t n SEAL v �yTfpOf�`� 7AFA6�d£I�� Page 3 STAFF REPORT HEARING DATE TO: FROM: SUBJECT: EXHIBIT A June 19, 2014 Planning & Zoning Commission Sonya Watters, Associate City Planner 208-884-5533 Bruce Freckleton, Development Services Manager 208-887-2211 CUP -14-001 — Regency at River Valley Phase 2 I. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF APPLICANT'S REQUEST E IDIAN IDAHO The applicant, Lars Anderson, Project Engineering Consultants, has applied for a conditional use permit (CUP) for a multi -family development consisting of 96 dwelling units on 3.52 acres of land in the C -G zoning district for the second phase of Regency at River Valley, as required by UDC Table 11-2B-2. See Section VIII, Analysis, for more information. II. SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the proposed CUP application with the conditions of approval in Exhibit B, based on the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law in Exhibit C of the Staff Report. The Meridian Planning and Zoning Commission heard this item on June 19, 2014. At the public hearing, the Commission moved to approve the subiect CUP request. a. Summary of Commission Public Hearing: i. In favor: ii. In opposition: None W. Commenting: None iv. Written testimony: Randy Rindlisbacher v. Staff presenting application: Sonya Watters vi. Other staff commenting on application: None b. Key Issues of Discussion by Commission: i. The request for cross -access to be provided at northwest corner of the site. c. Key Commission Changes to Staff Recommendation: L Strike condition #1.1.4 which requires a rubber playing surface to be provided for the play area. ii. Strike condition #1.2.16 which is not applicable to this development. III. PROPOSED MOTION Approval After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to approve File Number CUP -14- 001 as presented in the staff report for the hearing date of June 19, 2014, with the following modifications: (Add any proposed modifications.) I further recommend Staff to prepare Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law & Order for the hearing date of July 17, 2014. Denial After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to deny File Number CUP -14-001, as presented during the hearing on June 19, 2014, for the following reasons: (You should state specific reasons for denial.) Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 1 EXHIBIT A Continuance I move to continue File Number CUP -14-001 to the hearing date of (insert continued hearing date here) for the following reason(s): (You should state specific reason(s) for continuance.) IV. APPLICATION AND PROPERTY FACTS A. Site Address/Location: The subject property is located on the southeast portion of the property located at 2600 N. Eagle Road, east of N. Eagle Road and north of E. River Valley Street, in the northwest'/4 of Section 4, Township 3 North, Range 1 East. B. Applicant: Lars Anderson, Project Engineering Consultants 986 West 9000 South West Jordan, UT 84088 C. Owner: Bart Bryson 2600 N. Eagle Road Meridian, ID 83642 D. Representative: Same as applicant E. Applicant's Statement/Justification: Please see applicant's narrative for this information. V. PROCESS FACTS A. The subject application is for a conditional use permit which requires a public hearing before the Planning & Zoning Commission, consistent with Meridian City Code Title 11, Chapter 5. B. Newspaper notifications published on: June 2, and 16, 2014 C. Radius notices mailed to properties within 300 feet on: May 22, 2014 D. Applicant posted notice on site by: June 9, 2014 VI. LAND USE A. Existing Land Use(s): The portion of the site where the multi -family development is proposed is currently vacant/undeveloped land. B. Character of Surrounding Area and Adjacent Land Use and Zoning: North: Vacant/undeveloped land, zoned C -G South: Apartments in the first phase of Regency at River Valley, zoned R-40 East: Single-family residential properties in Redfeather Estates Subdivision, zoned R-4 West: Apartments in the first phase of Regency at River Valley, zoned R-40 C. History of Previous Actions: 1. The subject property was annexed (AZ -03-021) in 2003 as an annexation path for Redfeather Estates Subdivision to the east. A development agreement (DA) was required as a provision of annexation, recorded as Instrument No. 104129529. Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 2 EXHIBIT A The DA required all future uses on the property to be approved through the conditional use permit (CUP) process. A conceptual master plan demonstrating interconnectivity, transitional uses, access points and other key land planning issues is required prior to any detailed CUP applications being submitted on the Bryson property. 2. A property boundary adjustment (PBA -14-005) application was tentatively approved by the Planning Division on May 19, 2014. The applicant has one year to complete the tasks listed in UDC 11-613-8C.2 to obtain final approval of the PBA. The PBA will remove the subject 3.52 acres from the existing 20+ acre parcel and adjust the northern boundary of the parcel to the south (phase I) to include the subject area. D. Utilities: a) Location of sewer: Sanitary sewer intended to serve the subject site exists directly to the south along the North Slough. b) Location of water: Water mains intended to serve the subject site exists directly to the south along the North Slough. c) Issues or concerns: None E. Physical Features: 1. Canals/Ditches Irrigation: The South Slough runs along the southern boundary of this site and was piped with the first phase of Regency at River Valley. 2. Hazards: Staff is unaware of any hazards that may exist on this site. 3. Flood Plain: This property does not lie within the floodplain or flood way. VII. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ANALYSIS This site is designated Mixed Use — Regional (MU -R) on the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map (FLUM). The purpose of this designation is to provide a mix of employment, retail, and residential dwellings and public uses near major arterial intersections. The intent is to integrate a variety of uses together, including residential, and to avoid predominantly single use developments such as a regional retail center with only restaurants and other commercial uses. Developments should be anchored by uses that have a regional draw with the appropriate supporting uses. Fox example, an employment center should have support retail uses; a retail center should have supporting residential uses as well as support retail uses; a retail center should have supporting residential uses as well as supportive neighborhood and community services. The standards for the MU -R designation provide an incentive for larger public and quasi -public uses where they provide a meaningful and appropriate mix to the developments. The developments are encouraged to be designed according to the conceptual MU -R plan depicted in Figure 3-5 of the Comprehensive Plan. This site is proposed to develop with multi -family residential (apartments) uses. The proposed multi- family development will contributed to the mix of existing retail, employment, and restaurant uses in the area, consistent with the plan for MU -R designated areas. Staff finds the following Comprehensive Plan policies to be applicable to this property and apply to the proposed use (staff analysis in italics): Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 3 EXHIBIT A • "Provide for a wide diversity of housing types (single-family, modular, mobile homes and multi -family arrangements) and choices between ownership and rental dwelling units for all income groups in a variety of locations suitable for residential development." (3.07.03B, pg. 56) The future development of multi family residential dwelling units on this site consisting of 1, 2, and 3 bedroom units will provide rental options for individuals with varying income levels. • "Permit new development only where urban services can be reasonably provided at the time of final approval and development is contiguous to the City." (3.01.01F, pg. 45) City services will be provided and extended with the development of this site. • "Require appropriate landscaping and buffers along transportation corridor (setback, vegetation, low walls, berms, etc.) A 20 foot wide landscaped street buffer is proposed as required along the future extension of Records Road, a collector street. • "Protect existing residential properties from incompatible land use development on adjacent parcels." (3.06.0117, pg. 53) The proposed apartments should be compatible with the existing apartments to the south in phase 1 and the existing single-family residential homes to the east. Staff finds that this project acts as a good buffer between the single-family residential and commercial uses on Eagle Road. • "Restrict private curb cuts and access points on collectors and arterial streets." (3.06.02D) The applicant proposes to relocate the existing access point to Records Road in Phase I to Phase II as shown on the site plan in Exhibit A.2. Only one access via Records Road and one access via River Valley Street are proposed for this development. • "Require pedestrian access in all new development to link subdivisions together and promote neighborhood connectivity." (3.07.02C) There are no pedestrian connections depicted on the site plan between Phases I and H. Staff recommends a pathway is provided in a central location to the south to Phase I. • "Locate high-density development, where possible, near open space corridors or other permanent major open space and park facilities, Old Town, and near major access thoroughfares." (3.07.02, pg. 55) The proposed multi family development is located near Eagle Road (SH 55), a major access thoroughfare through the city, Kleiner Park, a 60 -acre City park, and The Village at Meridian shopping center VIII. ANALYSIS A. Analysis of Facts Leading to Staff Recommendation: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP): A conditional use permit is requested for a multi -family development in the C -G zoning district, in accord with UDC Table 11-2B-2. The development is proposed to consist of three (3) apartment buildings with 32 units each, 4 stories in height, with a combination of (20) 1 -bedroom units; (52) 2 -bedroom units; and (24) 3 - bedroom units for a total of 96 dwelling units on 3.52 acres of land. History: Development of this property, which is part of the 20 acre parcel owned by Mr. Bryson to the north, is governed by a development agreement (DA) (Instrument No. 104129529) that requires all future uses on the property to be approved through the CUP process. The DA requires Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 4 EXHIBIT A a conceptual master plan to be submitted that demonstrates interconnectivity, transitional uses, access points and other key land planning issues prior to any detailed CUP applications being submitted. Multi -family residential uses are encouraged where feasible. Multi family residential uses are proposed on this site as desired. A site plan was submitted with this application that demonstrates interconnectivity with the first phase of the development to the south and a driveway at the northwest corner of the site for future connectivity to the north. Access is depicted via Records Way. A concept plan is not included for the remainder of the site as the applicant is purchasing the subject property from the property owner to the north and there is not yet a plan for that area. Staff feels the proposed plan complies with the provisions of the DA. Property Boundary Adjustment (PBA): A PBA was recently tentatively approved by the Director to remove the subject 3.52 acres from the existing 20+ acre parcel and adjust the northern boundary of the parcel to the south (phase I) to include the subject area.. The applicant has one year to complete the tasks listed in UDC 11 -6B -8C.2 to obtain final approval of the PBA. Final approval of the PBA should be obtained prior to submittal of the first Certificate of Zoning Compliance for this site. Specific Use Standards: The specific use standards for multi -family developments listed in UDC 11-4-3-27 apply to development of this site as follows: • A minimum of 80 square feet (s.£) of private useable open space is required to be provided for each unit. The applicant did not submit floor plans for the proposed structures demonstrating compliance with the private open space requirement. This information will be required with the Certificate of Zoning Compliance application. Development with 20 units or more are required to provide a property management office, maintenance storage area, central mailbox location (including provisions for parcel mail) that provides safe pedestrian and/or vehicular access, and a directory and map of the development at an entrance or convenient location for those entering the development. The property management and leasing office and maintenance storage area is provided in Phase I and will be shared with Phase 2. A central mailbox location and a directory and map should be provided for phase 2. These items should be depicted on a revised site plan. • At a minimum, 250 s.f. of outdoor common open space is required for each unit containing more than 500 s.f. and up to 1,200 s.f. of living area; and 350 s.f. of outdoor common open space is required for each unit containing more than 1,200 s.f. of living area. All of the proposed units (96) contain between 500 and 1,200 sf of living area. Therefore, 24,000 sf. (or 0.55 of an acre) of outdoor common open space is required to be provided for this portion of the development in accord with UDC 11-4-3-27C. • For multi -family developments with 75 units or more, four (4) amenities are required to be provided with at least one from each category listed in UDC 11-4-3-27D.1. For multi- family developments with more than 100 units, the decision making body shall require additional amenities commensurate to the size of the proposed development. 240 units were constructed in Phase I and 96 are proposed in Phase II for a total of 336 units in the overall development. The following amenities were provided in Phase I.• walking trails; a clubhouse consisting of a leasing office, exercise and fitness room, billiards table, tanning room, and a lounge area; a swimming/splash pool and spa with 4 gazebos around the pool area and a large deck area; playground; open grassy area for activities and games; and a water feature/public art at the entryway. Staff feels the applicant has provided and is proposing adequate amenities for the development. Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 5 EXHIBIT A • The architectural character of the structures shall comply with UDC 11-4-3-27E. The proposed elevations & building materials of the residential structures comply with this requirement. The design of all structures on the site are subject to the design standards listed in UDC 11-3A-19 and the guidelines contained in the Meridian Design Manual and will be reviewed with the Design Review application(s). • Landscaping is required to comply with UDC 11-4-3-27-F. All street facing elevations shall have landscaping along their foundations as follows: the landscaped area shall be at least 3 -feet wide and have an evergreen shrub with a minimum mature height of 24 inches for every 3 linear feet of foundation. The remainder of the area shall be landscaped with ground cover plans. Landscaping is proposed in accord with this requirement. • The development is required to record legally binding documents that state the maintenance and ownership responsibilities for the management of the development, including, but not limited to, structures, parking, common areas, and other development features. The applicant shall submit documentation of compliance with this requirement with submittal of the Certificate of Zoning Compliance. Dimensional Standards: The proposed development is required to comply with the dimensional standards of the C -G zoning district listed in UDC Table 11-213-3 and 11-4-3-27. The setbacks for the C -G district are 0; however, the 20 -foot required street buffer along Records Way will serve as a setback on the east side of the development. UDC 11-4-3-27 requires a minimum building setback of 10 feet unless otherwise required. Staff has reviewed the proposed site plan and found it in compliance with the aforementioned standards. Access: One access is depicted on the site plan at the east boundary of the site via the future extension of N. Records Way. Two access points are proposed to the south to the first phase of the development near the southeast and southwest corners of the site. Staff also recommends cross -access is provided to the north at the northwest corner of the site. As part of ACHD's approvals for the Meridian Town Center (aka The Village) project, CenterCal was required to construct Allys/Records from River Valley Street to its current terminus south of Ustick Road if ACHD could acquire right-of-way (ROW). ACHD has since acquired the ROW for the extension and CenterCal is anticipated to begin construction in the fall of 2014. If the applicant waits for CenterCal to construct Records abutting the site, then the applicant will not be required to make any street improvements to Records abutting the site. The applicant will be required to provide an 8 -foot wide landscape buffer and a 5 -foot wide detached concrete sidewalk located outside of the ROW within a 14 -foot wide easement abutting the site. If the applicant chooses to extend the road themselves sooner, ACHD requires Records to be constructed as a 46 - foot wide street section with 3 travel lanes, bike lanes, vertical curb, and gutter on both sides of the street with an 8 -foot wide landscape buffer and a 5 -foot wide detached sidewalk. Parking: The UDC requires off-street vehicle parking to be provided on the site in accord with the standards listed in Table 11-3C-6 for multi -family developments. Based on these standards, a total of 96 covered and 86 uncovered spaces are required. Two (2) 6 -bay garage structures are proposed for parking along with 84 additional covered spaces for a total of 96 covered spaces and 82 open spaces. The proposed site plan complies with UDC standards for the covered parking but depicts 4 fewer uncovered spaces than required. The site plan should be revised to comply with this standard; or, if there was parking in excess of UDC requirements provided in Phase I that the applicant would like to count toward Phase H, the applicant may submit a request and details for such. One bicycle parking space is required to be provided for every 25 proposed vehicle spaces per UDC 11 -3C -6G. Based on a total of 182 required vehicle parking spaces, a minimum of 8 bicycle Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 6 EXHIBIT A parking spaces should be provided for the development. There is no bicycle parking facilities depicted on the site plan. Therefore, Staff recommends that bicycle parking facilities be provided in accord with UDC requirements. If wheel stops are not provided in parking stalls to prevent overhang onto an adjacent sidewalk or landscape area, an additional 2 feet is required to be added to the sidewalk and/or landscaped area (and the length of the stall may be decreased by 2 feet) to allow for overhang. Multi -Use Pathway: There is not a multi -use pathway designated on this site in the Master Pathways Plan. However, a portion of the pathway runs through Phase I and stubs at the north boundary of Phase I to the west of this site. Landscaping: A 20 -foot wide landscape street buffer is required along Records Road, a collector street, in accord with the standards listed in UDC 11 -3B -7C. The street buffer shown on the landscape plan complies with the required standards. Sidewalks/Pathways: A minimum five-foot wide detached sidewalk is required to be constructed along Records Road as shown on the landscape plan in accord with UDC 11-3A-17. Because most of the amenities for the overall development are located centrally within the development to the south of this site, staff recommends a minimum of two pathways are provided to the south for pedestrian connectivity to the large common area and clubhouse/pool. Fencing: All fencing constructed on the site is required to comply with the standards listed in UDC 11-3A-7. Six-foot tall vinyl fencing is depicted on the landscape plan along the northern boundary of the site in accord with UDC standards. Waterways: The South Slough (aka Finch Lateral) runs along the southern boundary of this site and was piped with the first phase of this development. There is an existing 80 -foot wide easement for the South Slough that encroaches on this site. None of the structures are proposed within the easement area. Building Elevations: Conceptual elevations were submitted for the multi -family and garage structures and are included in Exhibit A.4. Construction materials for the multi -family structures consist of architectural asphalt shingles, fiber cement board siding/facia/trim, and manufactured stone veneer. Materials for the garage structures consist of architectural asphalt shingles and fiber cement board siding with pre -finished metal garage doors. The proposed structures are consistent in design and building materials with the structures in phase I to the south. Final design of the multi -family structures will be required to comply with the design standards listed in UDC 11-3A-19, the guidelines contained in the Design Manual for residential developments, and the conditions in Exhibit B of this report. Note: The legend on the plans (#'s 2 and 3) depicts brick veneer and stucco that doesn't appear to be called out on the elevations; these should be removed from the legend if not applicable. Common Open Space & Site Amenities: All multi -family developments over 5 acres in size are required to provide open space & site amenities in accord with the standards listed in UDC 11- 3G-3 in addition to the specific use standards for multi -family developments listed in 11-4-3-27 as noted above. Because the proposed development is the second phase of the existing development to the south, staff recommends additional open space and site amenities are provided on this site proportionate with the requirements for the overall development. A minimum of 10% qualified open space is required to be provided per UDC 11 -3G -3A in accord with the standards listed in UDC 11 -3G -3B. A minimum of 1.41 acres of qualified open space is required to be provided within the overall development based on a total of 14.08 acres (10.56 Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 7 EXHIBIT A acres in Phase I and 3.52 acres in Phase II). A total of 1.91 acres was provided in Phase I which satisfies this requirement. A minimum of one qualified site amenity is required to be provided for this development per UDC 11 -3G -3A.2 in accord with the standards listed in UDC 11 -3G -3C. A playground with children's play equipment is proposed as a recreational amenity in this phase in compliance with this requirement. Staff recommends approval of the proposed CUP with the conditions included in Exhibit A IX. EXHIBITS A. Drawings/Other 1. Vicinity Map 2. Proposed Site Plan 3. Proposed Landscape Plan 4. Proposed Building Elevations B. Agency & Department Comments/Conditions C. Required Findings from Unified Development Code Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 8 EXHIBIT A Exhibit A.1: Vicinity Map Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 9 EXHIBIT A Exhibit A.2: Proposed Site Plan Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 10 - _ P t 4 iJ1 CIA F l T l I i ftl i 11- CO i'G, 4 rx albii G I ` - v HP ASE Y r �s f . • i � �- K - I KAM - ,,,�, ��1 g E TAHfiI DRIVEWE ,... a Unds: 96 Area: 1.52 Aces UnwA", 27.27 ♦��� � PARKING: ReOured Parking: Covered 5 H Provided ToteI Parkmq: Open- 82 .rrarr. st -- — ,�,..,rrr,«.�. r Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 10 EXHIBIT A Exhibit A.3: Proposed Landscape Plan o Buwdin:�:sK., y a y \i iE LECEFtJ •� �www...w..m . .r. ... �mr.e m. ' SHRUB LEGENO LANDSCAPE IIOMMEtBrti °� urewxr..ca.e. .r n .a.. m.uruwwu: ni+w.vsar.wwsa..rv.®rvrrry d.18 .JI PR LIMINARY P;J.NS FAT FOR CSN - um G zi F Etat w .....+ `1 UUi Z L7 H Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 11 Exhibit A.4: Proposed Building Elevations LEGEND F EXHIBIT A LEGEND d3 _ a bc' V W ma $ 1Y 1.1 Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 12 �r i I SCCTMN IN ! S ffi ffi ffi ffiffi S E , '1 ii I i EXHIBIT A REAR ELEVATION g� ttff [LCVATiON � f_C`:,�'I.: •. FRONTE. GARAGE PLAN Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 13 EXHIBIT A B. Agency & Department Comments/Conditions 1. PLANNING DEPARTMENT 1.1 Site Specific Conditions of Approval 1.1.1 Development of the site shall substantially comply with the site and landscape plans in Exhibits A.2 & A.3 and the concept building elevations included in Exhibit A.4, the conditions of approval listed herein, the provisions of the development agreement (Instrument No. 104129529), the design standards listed in UDC 11-3A-19, and the guidelines contained in the City of Meridian Design Manual 1.1.2 The developer shall comply with the specific use standards for multi -family developments listed in UDC 11-4-3-27. 1.1.3 Any fencing constructed on the site shall be consistent with the standards as set forth in UDC 11-3A-7 and 11 -3A -6B. 1.1.5 Bicycle parking facilities shall be provided within the development in accord with the requirements listed in UDC 11 -3C -6G. Such facilities shall be designed and installed in accord with the standards listed in UDC 11 -3C -5C. A minimum of eight (8) parking spaces are required to be provided based on a total of 182 required vehicle parking spaces. 1.1.6 Low pressure sodium lighting shall be prohibited as an exterior lighting source on the site. 1.1.7 The applicant shall record legally binding documents that state the maintenance and ownership responsibilities for the management of the development, including, but not limited to, structures, parking, common areas, and other development features. Documentation of compliance with this requirement shall be with submitted with the first Certificate of Zoning Compliance application. 1.1.8 Off-street vehicle parking shall be provided on the site in accord with UDC Table 11-3C-6 for multi -family dwellings. The site plan depicts four (4) fewer stalls than required. The site plan should be revised to include the additional required stalls; or, if there was parking in excess of UDC requirements provided in Phase I that the applicant would like to count toward Phase II, the applicant may submit a request and details for such. 1.1.9 Access to/from the site shall be provided via N. Records Way and E. River Valley Street through Phase I as shown on the site plan in Exhibit A.2. 1.1.10 A cross -access easement shall be granted to the property to the north at the northwest corner of the site. 1.1.11 Once the proposed access driveway via N. Records Way is constructed, the existing driveway access via N. Records Way to the south in Phase I shall be removed. 1.1.12 The site plan submitted with the first Certificate of Zoning Compliance shall include the following: a. A central mailbox location (including provisions for parcel mail) that provides safe pedestrian and/or vehicular access; b. A directory and map of the development at an entrance or convenient location for those entering the development. Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 14 EXHIBIT A c. Depict a minimum of two (2) pedestrian pathways at the south boundary of the site for pedestrian connectivity to the clubhouse/swimming pool and large common area in Phase I. d. Wheel stops shall be provided in parking stalls to prevent overhang onto an adjacent sidewalk or landscape area; or, an additional 2 feet may to be added to the sidewalk and/or landscaped area (and the length of the stall may be decreased by 2 feet) to allow for overhang. 1.1.13 A minimum of 24,000 s.f. (or 0.55 of an acre) of outdoor common open space is required to be provided for this portion of the development in accord with the standards listed in UDC 11-4-3-27C based on ninety-six (96) dwelling units containing between 500 and 1,200 s.f. of living area. 1.1.15 A playground with play equipment shall be provided on this site in accord with the standards listed in UDC 11-3G-3. 1.1.16 Floor plans shall be submitted with the Certificate of Zoning Compliance application(s) that demonstrate compliance with the private useable open space requirements listed in UDC 11- 4-3-27. 1.1.17 Prior to submittal of a Certificate of Zoning Compliance application for this site, it shall be determined at what time and by who Records Way will be constructed along the frontage of the subject property. 1.1.18 Final approval of the property boundary adjustment (PBA -14-005) shall be obtained from the Planning Division prior to submittal of the first Certificate of Zoning Compliance for this site. 1.2 General Conditions of Approval 1.2.1 Comply with all bulk, use, and development standards of the applicable district listed in UDC Chapter 2 District regulations. 1.2.2 Comply with the provisions for irrigation ditches, laterals, canals and/or drainage courses, as set forth in UDC 11-3A-6. 1.2.3 Install lighting consistent with the provisions as set forth in UDC 11-3A-11. 1.2.4 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. 1.2.5 Comply with the sidewalk standards as set forth in UDC 11-3A-17. 1.2.6 Install all utilities consistent with the standards as set forth in UDC 11-3A-21 and 11 -3B -5J. 1.2.7 Construct all off-street parking areas consistent with the standards as set forth in UDC 11 -3B - 5I, 11 -3B -8C, and Chapter 3 Article C. 1.2.8 Construct the required landscape buffers consistent with the standards as set forth in UDC 11- 3B -7C (streets). 1.2.9 Construct storm water integration facilities that meet the standards as set forth in UDC 1I - 3B -11C. 1.2.10 Protect any existing trees on the subject property that are greater than four -inch caliper and/or mitigate for the loss of such trees asset forth in UDC 11-3B-10. 1.2.11 Bicycle parking spaces shall be consistent with the design standards set forth in UDC 11 -3C - 5C. 1.2.12 Comply with the outdoor service and equipment area standards asset forth in UDC 11-3A- 12. Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 15 EXHIBIT A 1.2.13 Construct all required landscape areas used for storm water integration consistent with the standards as set forth in UDC 11 -3B -11C. 1.2.14 Comply with the structure and site design standards, as set forth in UDC 11-3A-19 and the guidelines set forth in the City of Meridian Design Manual. 1.2.15 Comply with all provisions of UDC 11-3A-3 with regard to maintaining the clear vision triangle. 1.2.16 Genstfuet a berm or- berm and wall eefnbinafien eensistent with the standaMs in UPC 11 314 413: 1.3 Ongoing Conditions of Approval 1.3.1 The conditional use may only be transferred or modified consistent with the provisions as set forth in UDC 11 -5B -6G. The applicant shall contact Planning Division staff regarding any proposed modification and/or transfer of ownership. 1.3.2 The applicant and/or property owner shall have an ongoing obligation to prune all trees to a minimum height of six feet above the ground or sidewalk surface to afford greater visibility of the area. 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 conditional use approval shall be null and void if the applicant fails to 1) commence the use within two years as set forth in UDC 11-5B-6171 or 2) gain approval of a time extension as set forth in UDC 11-513-6174. 1.4.3 The applicant shall submit and obtain approval of a Certificate of Zoning Compliance application and Design Review from the Planning Department, prior to submittal of building permit application(s). 2. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 2.1 Sanitary sewer service to this development is available via extension of mains from the existing North Slough Trunk sewer on the south boundary. The applicant shall install mains to and through this subdivision; applicant shall coordinate main size and routing with the Public Works Department, and execute standard forms of easements for any mains that are required to provide service. 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 Water service to this site is available via extension of mains from the existing main along the North Slough on the south boundary. The applicant shall be responsible to install water mains to and through this development, coordinate main size and routing with Public Works. 2.3 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, 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 signature on the final plat by the City Engineer. Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 16 EXHIBIT A 2.4 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. 2.5 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. 2.6 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. 2.7 Street signs are to be in place, water system shall be approved and activated, fencing installed, drainage lots constructed, road base approved by the Ada County Highway District prior to applying for building permits. 2.8 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. 2.9 All development improvements, including but not limited to sewer, fencing, micro -paths, pressurized irrigation and landscaping shall be installed and approved prior to obtaining certificates of occupancy. 2.10 Applicant shall be required to pay Public Works development plan review, and construction inspection fees, as determined during the plan review process, prior to the issuance of a plan approval letter. 2.11 It shall be the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all development features comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Fair Housing Act. 2.12 Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with any Section 404 Permitting that may be required by the Army Corps of Engineers. 2.13 Developer shall coordinate mailbox locations with the Meridian Post Office. 2.14 All grading of the site shall be performed in conformance with MCC 11-12-3H. 2.15 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. 2.16 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. 2.17 The applicants design engineer shall be responsible for inspection of all irrigation and/or drainage facility within this project that do not fall under the jurisdiction of an irrigation district or ACHD. The design engineer shall provide certification that the facilities have been installed in accordance with the approved design plans. This certification will be required before a certificate of occupancy is issued for any structures within the project. 2.18 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 Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 17 EXHIBIT A approved prior to the issuance of a certification of occupancy for any structures within the project. 2.19 100 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. Applicant shall also include the location of any existing street lights in the development plan set. 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. 2.20 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. POLICE DEPARTMENT 3.1 The Police Department has no comments on this application. 4. FIRE DEPARTMENT 4.1 Any newly installed Fire Department connections for sprinkler or standpipes will require locking Knox box plugs. 4.2 Based on the size of new construction and the location of the sprinkler room in relation to the address side of the structure, the AHJ may require separate Knox box locations. One being at the main, address side entrance and the other at the entrance to the sprinkler riser room. 4.3 One and two family dwellings not exceeding 3,600 square feet require a fire -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. 4.4 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. Fite 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. 4.5 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. 4.6 All common driveways shall be straight or have a turning radius of 28' inside and 48' outside and have a clear driving surface of 20' in width capable of supporting an imposed weight of 75,000 GVW, per International Fire Code Section 503.2. Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 18 EXHIBIT A 4.7 Provide signage ("No Parking Fire Lane") for all fire lanes in accordance with International Fire Code Sections 503.4 & D103.6. 4.8 Ensure that all yet undeveloped parcels are maintained free of combustible vegetation as set forth in International Fire Code Section 304.1.2. 4.9 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. 4.10 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. 4.11 Maintain a separation of 5' from the building to the dumpster enclosure as set forth in International Fire Code Section 304.3.3. 4.12 Provide a Knox box entry system for the complex prior to occupancy as set forth in International Fire Code Section 506. Provide a knox box on the community center. 4.13 The first digit of the Apartment/Office Suite shall correspond to the floor level as set forth in International Fire Code Section 505.1. Coordinate with the Fire Department on placement of address signage on building. 4.14 The applicant shall work with Public Works and Planning Department staff to provide an address identification plan and a sign which meets the requirements of the City of Meridian sign ordinance and is placed in a position that is plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property, as set forth in International Fire Code Section 505.1. 4.15 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). 4.16 There shall be a fire hydrant within 100' of all fire department connections as set forth in local amendment to the International Fire Code 10-4-2L. 4.17 The Fire Department will require Knoxbox Fire Department Connection caps on all FDC inlets. IFC 102.9 5. REPUBLIC SERVICES 5.1 The applicant should provide a receptacle for recycling on the site. 6. PARKS DEPARTMENT 6.1 The Parks Department had no comments on this application. Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 19 EXHIBIT A 7. ADA COUNTY HIGHWAY DISTRICT 7.1 Site Specific Conditions of Approval 7.1.1 Comply with requirements of ITD and City of Meridian for the Eagle Road/SH-55 frontage. Submit to the District a letter from ITD regarding said requirements prior to District approval of the final plat or issuance of a building permit (or other required permits), whichever occurs first. 7.1.2 Should the development not move forward Centercal will construct Allys/Records abutting the site, or construct Allys/Records as a as a 46 -foot street section with 3 travel lanes, bike lanes, vertical curb, and gutter on both sides of the roadway within the existing 55 -feet of right-of-way. 7.1.3 Provide an 8 -foot landscape buffer and construct a 5 -foot wide detached concrete sidewalk located outside of the right-of-way within a 14 -foot wide easement along Allys/Records abutting the site. 7.1.4 Close the existing driveway located 60 -feet south of the site with vertical curb, gutter, and sidewalk to match the existing improvements on either side, as proposed. 7.1.5 Construct one 28 -foot wide driveway onto Allys/Records aligned centerline to centerline with Tahiti Drive on the east side of Allys/Records across from the site. Pave the driveway it's full width at least 30 -feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement of Allys/Records. 7.1.6 Submit the bridge plans for the crossing of the South Slough (Allys Avenue/Records Way) for review and approval prior to plan approval and signature on the final plat. 7.1.7 Other than access specifically approved with this application direct lot access to Allys/Records is prohibited. 7.1.8 Payment of impacts fees are due prior to issuance of a building permit. 7.1.9 Comply with all Standard Conditions of Approval. 7.2 Standard Conditions of Approval 7.2.1 All proposed irrigation facilities shall be located outside of the ACHD right-of-way (including all easements). Any existing irrigation facilities shall be relocated outside of the ACHD right-of-way (including all easements). 7.2.2 Private Utilities including sewer or water systems are prohibited from being located within the ACHD right-of-way. 7.2.3 In accordance with District policy, 7203.3, the applicant may be required to update any existing non-compliant pedestrian improvements abutting the site to meet current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. The applicant's engineer should provide documentation of ADA compliance to District Development Review staff for review. 7.2.4 Replace any existing damaged curb, gutter and sidewalk and any that may be damaged during the construction of the proposed development. Contact Construction Services at 387-6280 (with file number) for details. 7.2.5 A license agreement and compliance with the District's Tree Planter policy is required for all landscaping proposed within ACHD right-of-way or easement areas. Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 20 EXHIBIT A 7.2.6 All utility relocation costs associated with improving street frontages abutting the site shall be borne by the developer. 7.2.7 It is the responsibility of the applicant to verify all existing utilities within the right-of-way. The applicant at no cost to ACRD shall repair existing utilities damaged by the applicant. The applicant shall be required to call DIGLINE (1-811-342-1585) at least two full business days prior to breaking ground within ACRD right-of-way. The applicant shall contact ACRD Traffic Operations 387-6190 in the event any ACHD conduits (spare or filled) are compromised during any phase of construction. 7.2.8 Utility street cuts in pavement less than five years old are not allowed unless approved in writing by the District. Contact the District's Utility Coordinator at 387-6258 (with file numbers) for details. 7.2.9 All design and construction shall be in accordance with the ACHD Policy Manual, ISPWC Standards and approved supplements, Construction Services procedures and all applicable ACHD Standards unless specifically waived herein. An engineer registered in the State of Idaho shall prepare and certify all improvement plans. 7.2.10 Construction, use and property development shall be in conformance with all applicable requirements of ACHD prior to District approval for occupancy. 7.2.11 No change in the terms and conditions of this approval shall be valid unless they are in writing and signed by the applicant or the applicant's authorized representative and an authorized representative of ACRD. The burden shall be upon the applicant to obtain written confirmation of any change from ACHD. 7.2.12 If the site plan or use should change in the future, ACRD Planning Review will review the site plan and may require additional improvements to the transportation system at that time. Any change in the planned use of the property which is the subject of this application, shall require the applicant to comply with ACHD Policy and Standard Conditions of Approval in place at that time unless a waiver/variance of the requirements or other legal relief is granted by the ACHD Commission. Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 21 EXHIBIT A C. Required Findings from Unified Development Code CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT: The Commission and Council shall review the particular facts and circumstances of each proposed conditional use in terms of the following, and may approve a conditional use permit if they shall find evidence presented at the hearing(s) is adequate to establish: a. That the site is large enough to accommodate the proposed use and meet all the dimensional and development regulations in the district in which the use is located. The Commission finds that if the site is designed in accord with the site plan in Exhibit A and the conditions of approval in Exhibit B, the site will be large enough to accommodate the proposed use and meet the dimensional and development regulations of the C -G zoning district and the multi- family specific use standards. b. That the proposed use will be harmonious with the Meridian Comprehensive Plan and in accord with the requirements of this Title. The Commission finds that the proposed multi -family residential use in the C -G zone meets the objectives of the Comprehensive Plan and UDC. c. That the design, construction, operation and maintenance will be compatible with other uses in the general neighborhood and with the existing or intended character of the general vicinity and that such use will not adversely change the essential character of the same area. The Commission finds that the general design, construction, operation and maintenance of the multi -family use will be compatible with other residential and commercial uses in the general neighborhood and with the existing and intended character of the vicinity and will not adversely change the character of the area. d. That the proposed use, if it complies with all conditions of the approval imposed, will not adversely affect other property in the vicinity. The Commission finds that the proposed development should not adversely affect other property in the vicinity if the applicant complies with all conditions of approval listed in Exhibit B of this staff report and constructs all improvements and operates the use in accordance with the UDC standards. e. That the proposed use will be served adequately by essential public facilities and services such as highways, streets, schools, parks, police and fire protection, drainage structures, refuse disposal, water, and sewer. The Commission finds that sanitary sewer, domestic water and irrigation can be made available to the subject property. Please refer to comments prepared by the Public Works Department, Fire Department, Police Department and other agencies. E That the proposed use will not create excessive additional costs for public facilities and services and will not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community. The Commission finds that the applicant will pay to extend the sanitary sewer and water mains into the site. No additional capital facility costs are expected from the City. The applicant and/or future property owners will be required to pay impact fees. Regency at River Valley 2 CUP -14-001 PAGE 22 EXHIBIT A g. That the proposed use will not involve activities or processes, materials, equipment and conditions of operation that will be detrimental to any persons, property or the general welfare by reason of excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare or odors. The Commission finds that the proposed development will not involve uses that will create nuisances that would be detrimental to the general welfare of the surrounding area. The Commission recognizes the fact that traffic and noise will increase with the approval of this development; however, whenever undeveloped property is developed the amount of traffic generation does increase. h. That the proposed use will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of a natural, scenic or historic feature considered to be of major importance. The Commission finds that the proposed development will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of any natural feature(s) of major importance.