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HomeMy WebLinkAboutA004 - Council Action Form dated September 11, 1990 ITEM DATE: 09 /90 COUNCIL ACTION FORM SUBJECT: Motion to Set September 25, 1990, as the Date of Public Hearing to Consid- er Rezoning Property Located at 4700 Ontario Street. BACKGROUND: The developers are requesting that the City rezone this property from the current zoning designations of P-C (Planned Commercial) and R-2 (Low- Density Residential) to R-2 PUD (Low-Density Residential) . The property is legally described as shown on Attachment #1. This site includes approximately 11.04 acres. An amendment to the Land Use Policy Plan Map designation for this property from Commercial to Medium-Density Residential is part of the developer's proposal. A one-lot subdivision and a Planned Unit Development (PUD) are proposed for the construction in two phases of an apartment development which includes 120 dwelling units. The development will include 11 two-story apartment buildings with attached garages, located around a central recreation area. A clubhouse, pool, volleyball court, and open space area will be included as part of the amenities within the recreation area. This property is currently vacant and unplatted. Platting is necessary so that more than two building permits can be issued. In 1970, this property was rezoned from R-2 (Two-Family Dwelling) to C-5 (Planned Shopping Center). In July, 1980, the zoning was changed from C-5 (Planned Commercial) to P-C (Planned Commercial). A small portion of land in the southeast corner of the site is currently zoned R-2 (Low-Densi- ty Residential) and has been zoned R-2 since 1965. 2 ANALYSIS: Existing Land Use/Zoning. LOCATION LAND USE ZONING Subject Property Agricultural P-C North of Site Multi-Family Residential R-3 East of Site Multi-Family Residential R-3 South of Site Vacant Land R-2 West of Site Single-Family Residential R1-6 (Under Construction) Land Use Policy Plan (LUPP). The following goals and policies of the Land Use Policy Plan apply to this rezoning proposal: B. RESIDENTIAL B.1. GOAL: To provide a wide choice of housing types and locations to serve the residential needs of the present and future popula- tions. B.1.1. Policy: The Land Use Policy Plan will serve as the basis to provide for functional new developments, conservation and preservation of existing neighborhoods and the rehabilitation and/or rede- velopment of deteriorating areas. - The Planning and Zoning Commission plays a key role in the review of new developments including both internal and external land use relationships. This role places the Commission in the position to direct the type and quality of new development. The Commission plays a similar role regarding existing neighborhoods. Through the recommendation of modifi- cations in existing ordinances and approval of redevelop- ment studies, the Commission provides direction for preservation and redevelopment efforts. B.1.2. Policy: New housing development will be located adjacent to existing development to better utilize existing public facilities and to ensure the orderly growth of the community. - This is accomplished by adherence to the City Council policy that no development outside the corporate limits 3 will be served by public utilities. Identification of areas suitable for residential development in proximity to existing development can be accomplished through the Land Use Policy Plan. B.1.3. Policy: The use of innovative residential development techniques will be encouraged to provide open space, recreational facilities and other amenities not commonly associated with conventional development. - The primary method for accomplishing innovative resi- dential development techniques is through the use of the "Planned Unit Development" concept which currently exists in the Zoning Ordinance. Other innovative techniques should be identified and reviewed for use in implementing this policy. B.3. GOAL: To locate new neighborhood facilities within reasonable walking distance of all homes in the area to be served. B.3.3. Policy: Encourage development of mixed-use projects that combine residential, commercial, and industrial uses in the same general area to allow persons to live in proximity to employment and stores. - Mixed-use projects are encouraged in the Planned Commercial District, and changes have been made in the General Commercial (G-C) and Concentrated Commercial (C-C) sections of the Zoning Ordinance to allow for more mixed-use projects in Commercial Districts. Use of the PUD allows some flexibility for mixed-use development in residential districts. The Zoning Ordinance also allows for home occupations through the Special Permit process to the Zoning Board of Adjustment. C. COMMERCIAL C.1.4. Polio Adequate land will be designated for future community-oriented and neighborhood-oriented commercial development. Utilities. Water: There is a 14-inch water main in Ontario Street which will serve this site. Two eight-inch water mains will be extended from the 14-inch main into the development site. These mains will extend south along the interior edge of the proposed driveway through the 4 property, and they will be looped at the south end of the property. The water main along the east side of the site also will be extended to the south property line in order to make it available for future development to the south. All water mains on the site will be public mains, and they will be located in 10-foot utility easements. Al- though the proposed PUD will be developed in two phases, the water main will have to be looped as part of the Final Plat approval for this one-lot subdivision. Sanitary Sewer: There is a ten-inch sanitary sewer main in Ontario Street. A private eight-inch main will be extended south into the site to provide sanitary sewer connections for each of the buildings in the development and for the swimming pool. Storm Sewer: A storm water management plan has been prepared for the site which meets the City's criteria for on-site detention. A storm water intake system is planned for the development which will connect to a 24-inch storm sewer in the south side of Ontario Street. Electric: There is adequate electric capacity to serve the site, and the electric utility has reviewed the methods of serving the site and has approved the plan. Comparison of Bulk Regulations. P-C R-2 R-2 PUD (Planned Commercial) (Low-Density Residential) (Low-Density Residential) Lot Area: Council Approval S.F. : 6,000 sq. ft. S.F. : 6,000 sq. ft. Required T.F. : 7,000 sq. ft. T.F.: 7,000 sq. ft. Minimum size for entire P.U.D. is 2 acres. Lot Width: Council Approval 35 feet @ street line 35 feet @ street line Required 50 feet @ building line 50 feet @ building line Front Yard: Council Approval 25 feet minimum Council Approval Required Required Rear Yard: Council Approval 20 feet minimum Council Approval Required Required Side Yard: Council Approval 6 feet - 1 story Council Approval Required 8 feet - 2 stories Required 10 feet - 3 stories 15 feet - street side for corner lot Max. Height: Council Approval 3 stories or 40 feet Council Approval Required Required STAFF COMMENTS: Rezoning of this property is dependent upon action taken by the City Council on the Land Use Policy Plan (LUPP) Map ti 5 amendment. Staff would recommend that the zoning of this property comply with the LUPP Map designation. Therefore, staff would recommend approval of the rezoning only if the LUPP designation for this property is changed from Commercial to Medium-Density Residential. In addition, staff would recommend that the City Council initiate rezoning of the remaining triangular-shaped portion of land zoned as P-C (Planned Commercial) located adjacent to the southwest corner of this site. The land should be rezoned to R-2 (Low-Density Residential) to conform with zoning of the adjacent R-2 land. This would also eliminate an inappropri- ate pocket of P-C land should rezoning of the remaining P-C land be approved. As part of the review of this project, a number of issues have been raised that are appropriate to be included within a Development Agreement. These issues include: 1. All existing trees and shrubs within 22 feet of the west property line of the site shall be retained; 2. A continuous fence, intermittently six (6) feet on top of a two (2) foot berm or an eight (8) foot fence all to be installed on the east side of the tree line located no closer than 22 feet to the west property line. This fence will extend from the north end of 1130 Idaho Avenue to the south end of the site; 3. Screening along the western property line of the site extend- ing north of 1130 Idaho Avenue shall be as shown on the approved PUD plan; 4. An earthen berm shall be constructed along the west side of the parking area to shield Idaho Avenue properties from the parking area; 5. In those areas where trees were cut for a storm sewer, trees will be planted in accordance with the PUD plan; 6. Four (4) foot Austrian pines will be planted along the souther- ly property line as shown on the approved PUD plan; and 7. That the 60-foot left turn lane, as recommended in the traffic study, be installed on Ontario Street along with the removal of the existing median and the restoration of the street surface according to City specifications, at the developer's expense, during implementation of the first development phase. A Development Agreement is being prepared that specifies these stipula- tions. This Agreement will be provided to Council prior to the Public Hearing. Planning and Zoning Commission Recommendation: The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed this request at their meeting of August 15, 1990, and recommended that it be approved. 6 ALTERNATIVES: 1. The City Council can approve of the request to rezone property at 4700 Ontario Street from P-C (Planned Commercial) and R-2 (Low- Density Residential) to R-2 PUD (Low-Density Residential), with the following stipulations, and set September 25, 1990, as the date of Public Hearing: A. That the Land Use Policy Plan (LUPP) Map designation for this property be changed from Commercial to Medium-Density Residential; and B. That the developer agree to the stipulations as set out on page 5. 2. The City Council can deny approval of approval of the request to rezone property at 4700 Ontario Street from P-C (Planned Commer- cial) and R-2 (Low-Density Residential) to R-2 PUD (Low-Density Residential), and set September 25, 1990, as the date of Public Hearing. 3. The City Council can refer the rezoning request to City Staff for additional information. MANAGER'S RECOMMENDED ACTION: It is the recommendation of the City Manager that the City Council adopt Alternative #1. This will approve of the rezoning, and set September 25, 1990, as the date of Public Hearing. This action will also include the following stipulations: A. That the Land Use Policy Plan (LUPP) Map designation for this property be changed from Commercial to Medium-Density Residential; and B. That the developer agree to the stipulations as set out on page 5. In addition, staff would recommend that the City Council initiate rezoning of the remaining triangular-shaped portion of land zoned as P-C (Planned Commercial) located adjacent to the southwest corner of this site. The land should be rezoned to R-2 (Low-Density Residential) to conform with zoning of the adjacent R-2 land. This would also eliminate an inappropri- ate pocket of P-C land should rezoning of the remaining P-C land be approved. COUNCIL ACTION: y\bpo\caf\re zone.911 City of Ames, Iowa CDP/ PUD) L.U.pF' GNANG5, R8ZoNIN hearing date: request area location: notification area petitioner: .............. zoning district line M < L © � _j a1 w o 0 4 LL pD-4 E-(, Q = i�■ttttt�iJ itafittrff t — p_ LLI Q 1XX 1 i Q ® Q 1 i b- lel v 0 ::::::::: O ::.::.::.::.::.: ._ .: :.:.::::::::::.: .::. w O Q D ; > ' .. :: : D .. o © © a 65l � rn I v-t .._. ._..._.. 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