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ITEM #: 48
DATE: 06-25-19 )YJ
COUNCIL ACTION FORM
SUBJECT: REZONE PARCEL AT 3315 S. RIVERSIDE DRIVE FROM "A"
(AGRICULTURAL) TO "RI" (RESEARCH PARK INNOVATION
DISTRICT) ZONING DISTRICT
BACKGROUND:
In February 2019, the ISU Research Park completed the purchase of the Riley Farm
parcel, a 2.57-acre tract located at 3315 S. Riverside Dr. The tract is surrounded on three
sides by lands zoned "RI- Research Park Innovation District. The RI Zoning District was
established in 2015 as unique zoning district designed to support the expansion of the
Research Park. A general location map is included as Attachment A.
Although the Riley Farm property was annexed at the same time as the surrounding
lands, it was not rezoned to RI with the other Research Park land. The current zoning of
the property is A" (Agricultural), as is typical for annexed land. A map of the subject
property with its zoning and the zoning of adjacent properties is included as Attachment
B.
The LUPP Future Land Use Map designates the subject property. and the surrounding
properties, as "Planned Industrial'. See Attachment C. Rezoning of the subject property
to "RI" (Research Park Innovation) is in compliance with the LUPP as a zoning district for
implementation of the Planned Industrial Designation.
Planning and Zoning Commission. The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed
the request on June 5, 2019 and voted 4-0 to recommend the City Council change the
zoning for the property at 3315 S. Riverside Drive to RI- Research Park Innovation
District.
Public Notice. The City provided mailed notice to all property owners within 200 feet of
the subject property in accordance with the notification requirements of Chapter 29. As of
this writing. no comments have been received.
ALTERNATIVES
1 . The City Council can approve on first reading the request to rezone the 2.57-acre
property at 3315 S. Riverside Dr. from Agricultural to Research Park Innovation
District.
2. The City Council can deny the request to rezone the 2.57-acre property at 3315 S.
Riverside Dr. from Agricultural to Research Park Innovation District, if the Council finds
that the request is not consistent with the City's regulations and policies.
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3. The City Council can defer action on this request and refer it back to City staff and/or
the applicant for additional information.
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDED ACTION:
The request for rezoning is consistent with the Land Use Policy Plan Future Land Use
Map as described in the addendum. Potential impacts on infrastructure and City services
for development of this parcel is consistent with what is already anticipated for the
Research Park expansion area.
Therefore, it is the recommendation of the City Manager that the City Council act in
accordance with Alternative #1 . which is to approve the request to rezone the 2.57-acre
property at 3315 S. Riverside Dr. from Agricultural to Research Park Innovation.
ADDENDUM
REZONING BACKGROUND:
The ISU Research Park Corporation is non-profit development company governed by a
board of directors and operated by professional staff. The Corporation. generally, owns
the properties within the Park and works with individual companies for development,
leasing, and management of building space. ISU Research Park Corporation has strong
ties with Iowa State University faculty and staff. providing relationships and resources
desired by research and development (R&D) oriented businesses. The ISU Research
Park Corporation has worked together with the City for a common vision.
The Research Park is bordered by the Ames Municipal Airport to the east, agricultural
land to the south, Highway 30 to the north. multi-family residential to the west. and
highway oriented commercial to the northwest and northeast.
In 2015, the RI- Research Park Innovation District zoning was created by the City and
approximately 180 acres were rezoned as an expansion area to the existing Research
Park. The Park expansion was intended to create a business environment for innovation
with a central commercial hub of activity as a resource and amenity to employees and
businesses of the entire Park.
The subject 2.57-acre parcel exists as an Agricultural enclave surrounded by the "RI"
(Research Park Innovation Zoning District). Land on the east side of S. Riverside Drive
is zoned "S-GA" (Government/Airport).
Land Use Policy Plan Future Land Use Map. The Land Use Policy Plan (LUPP) Future
Land Use Map designates this area as "Planned Industrial." See Attachment C.
The Land Use Policy Plan urges 'All future large-scale industrial activities should be
located in planned industrial parks. Locating large-scale activities in parks assures
adequate land area, access, utilities provisions and environmental controls. The park
locations also assure that appearances are compatible with the community's entries along
which planned industrial locations are recommended (p. 52)."
Existing/Proposed Zoning. The "RI" (Research Park Innovation District) supports
development of an integrated commercial service and concentrated employment area. It
is also intended to...
• Allow for mixing of use and interaction of people to foster a collaborative
environment:
• Create a node of activity and commercial services for the district;
• Design development to promote the new innovation district by integrating multi-
modal transportation facilities, intensification of land use, and a wide range of office
and research uses: and
• Promote a high level of architectural and site design features that signify the
commitment to innovation and investment through architecture with visual interest
and unique identity. site design incorporating stewardship of natural resources,
district layout and development supporting the pedestrian environment, and green
building techniques demonstrating the commitment to sustainability. (Sec.
29.903(1)).
Existing Uses of Land. Land uses that occupy the subject property and other
surrounding properties are described in the following table.
Direction from Existing Land Uses
Subject Property
Subject Property Farm house and outbuildings
North Research Park/Crop production
East Crop production(Airport)
South John Deere building/Crop production
West Research ParkNacant land
Infrastructure
Impacts on infrastructure and City services for this parcel are consistent with what is
already anticipated for the Research Park expansion area. At the time of the original
rezoning and master plan approval, infrastructure needs were evaluated for the build out
of the area, including this parcel. The City has development agreements in place for
roadway and utility improvements to serve the area.
Findings of Fact. Based upon an analysis of the proposed rezoning and laws pertinent
to the proposed map amendment, staff makes the following findings of fact:
1. The subject property is owned by ISU Research Park. Their rezoning request and
statement of justification is included as Attachment D.
2. Ames Municipal Code Section 29.1507(1) allows the property owner to initiate an
amendment to the Official Zoning Map.
3. The subject property is consistent with the designation of "Planned Industrial" as
identified on the Land Use Policy Plan (LUPP) Future Land Use Map.
4. The "RI" (Research Park Innovation District) zoning was established for the expansion
of the Research Park. The land acquisition and request for rezoning is in support of
the expansion of the Research Park.
5. The stated purpose of the RI zoning district is to support development of an integrated
commercial service and concentrated employment area.
6. Impacts on infrastructure and City services for this parcel is consistent with what is
already anticipated for the Research Park expansion area.
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ATTACHMENT D: APPLICANT'S STATEMENT
1805 Collaboration Place
IUWA STATE UN1vEmmy Suite 1250
RESEARCH PARK Arnes,Iwww.isA 50010
515-296-PARK
svww.isupark.org
REZONING APPLICATION
The following text is intended to supplement the Rezoning Application packet as required.
1. Land Area. 2.57 Acres
2. Current Zoning. Planned industrial(Pi)
3. Proposed Zoning. Research and Innovation(Ri)
4. Proposed Use. Allowed uses as described in the RI zone requirements.
5. Reasons for Requesting Rezoning. We are requesting rezoning in order to continue to
create a research innovation zone for the Research Park area. The rezoning request
matches what is set forth in the Land Use Policy Plan(LUPP)and the Ames Urban
Fringe Plan.
6. Consistency of this rezoning with the Land Use Policy Plan. Because this area was
not within the City Limits at the time of the LUPP's inception,this property is not
included in the LUPP maps. i lowever,we are still able to meet and exceed several goals
of the LUPP,especially Goals No. 1,No.2,No.4,No.5,No.7,and No.9.
In addition to the LUPP,this request is also consistent with the Ames Urban Fringe Plan.
This plan forecast the expansion of the research park,according to the text taken from the
plan here:
Industrial Reserve/Research Park(IRRP)
The Industrial Reserve/Research Park area provides for future expansion of uses similar
to the ISU Research Park:innovative technology companies that are supported by
proximity to Iowa State University, within a planned development setting. There is land
available for This use within the adjacent Planned Industrial portion of the Urban Service
Area, but demand for this land use is difficult to predict accurately. This Industrial
Reserve/Research Park designation provides additional expansion area for this use.
IRRP Policy 1:Locate this land use designation adjacent to areas within the Urban
Service Area land use classification that are designated for expansion of the ISU
Research Park
IRRP Policy 2:Agricultural uses are compatible with this designation.
IRRP Policy 3:Prior to consideration of any request for rezoning or industrial
research park subdivision development approval, require an amendment to the
Ames Urban Fringe Land Use Framework Map re-designaling the area proposed
for development from Industrial Reserve/Research Park to Planned Industrial.
IRRP Policy 4: When development is proposed, require the urban level design
requirements and service standards as required in areas designated Planned
Industrial.
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DO NOT WRITE IN THE SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE,RESERVED FOR RECORDER
Prepared by:City Clerk's Office,515 Clark Avenue,Ames,IA 50010 Phone:515-239-5105
Return to:Ames City Clerk,P.O.Box 811,Ames,IA 5WI0
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF
AMES, IOWA, AS PROVIDED FOR IN SECTION 29.301 OF THE MUNICIPAL
CODE OF THE CITY OF AMES,IOWA,BY CHANGING THE BOUNDARIES OF
THE DISTRICTS ESTABLISHED AND SHOWN ON SAID MAP AS PROVIDED IN
SECTION 29.1507 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF AMES,IOWA;
REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT
HEREWITH AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Ames,Iowa;
Section 1: The Official Zoning Map of the City of Ames, Iowa, as provided for in Section 29.301
of the Municipal Code of the City of Ames, Iowa, is amended by changing the boundaries of the districts
established and shown on said Map in the manner authorized by Section 29.1507 of the Municipal Code of
the City of Ames, Iowa, as follows: That the real estate, generally located at 3315 S. Riverside Drive, is
rezoned from Agricultural to Research Park Innovation District.
Real Estate Description:
Commencing at a point on the East line of the Northwest Quarter(NW 1/4) of Section Twenty-two (22),
Township Eighty-three(83)North,Range Twenty-four(24)West of the 5th P.M.,Ames,Story County,Iowa
241.45 feet South of the N 1/4 Corner of said Sec. 22,thence S89"55'30"W 412.0 feet,thence South 272.0
feet,thence N89"55'30"E,412.0 feet to the East line of said NW 1/4,thence north 272.0 feet along said East
line to the point of beginning,containing 2.57 acres.
Section 2: All other ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to
the extent of such conflict.
Section 3: This ordinance is in full force and effect from and after its adoption and publication as
provided by law.
ADOPTED THIS day of ,
Diane R.Voss, City Clerk John A. Haila, Mayor