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Application Form Last Updated: September 12, 2012
Special Use Permit
Application Packet for a Proposed Use
in a Commercial Zone
1. Application Packet. The "Application Packet"for a Special Use Permit for a proposed use
in a "Commercial Zone"includes the following:
• Application Form (This form must be completed for all applications.);
• Supporting Information (Each standard listed must be addressed.);
• Site Development Plan Checklist (Use this checklist to prepare the Site Development
Plan); and,
• Permission to Place a "Zoning Action Pending" Sign on Private Property (This form must
be signed by the property owner.)
Be sure to complete and submit all the required materials that are part of this
Application Packet. Failure to do so will result in a delay in accepting your application
until it is complete.
2. Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings. Within three days after the application is received,
staff will determine if the application is complete and notify the applicant. Once staff has
determined it is complete, staff will contact the applicant to discuss the application, including
possible timelines for Board consideration. The Zoning Board of Adjustment conducts a
public hearing, considers the recommendation of the Planning and Housing staff and makes
the final decision, based on the standards in the Ordinance. The Board meets on the
second Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Additional
meetings may be held on the fourth Wednesday of the month, April through October. The
Board must approve, deny, or modify the Special Use Permit application within 60 days of
the public hearing. For more information about the review process and schedule, please see
the Development Review Information page on the City web site at www.cityofames.org.
3. Submittal and Filing Fee. The complete application and filing fee must be submitted to the
Department of Planning and Housing. All required information and materials must be filed
with the:
Department of Planning and Housing
Room 214, City Hall
515 Clark Avenue
Ames, Iowa 50010
The filing fee is required at the time the application is submitted. The amount of the
filing fee is available from the Department of Planning and Housing.
4. Site Development Plan and Architectural Elevations. The applicant shall submit seven
(7) copies of the Site Development Plan and Architectural Elevations, and one set of
reduced copies of the Site Development Plan and Architectural Elevations, no larger than
11° x 17".
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS N HILE CONH'LETING THIS APPLICATION,
PLEASE CONTACT THE DEPARTMENT OF PUNNING AN VEIVE®
Phone: 515-239-5400 V G
FAX: 515-239-5404 O C T O 1 2012
E-mail: mdeboer@city.ames.ia.us
CITY OF AMES, IOWA
OEPT, OF PLANNING & HOUSING
Application Form Last Updated: December 19, 2011
Special Use Permit
Application Form for a Proposed Use
in a Commercial Zone
(This form must be filled out completely before your application will be accepted.)
1. Property Address for this Special Use Permit. 414 T;nrnln Way Ames,TA 50010
2. 1 (We) the undersigned, do hereby respectfully request the Ames Zoning Board of Adjustment
to grant a Special Use Permit for a proposed use in a 'Residential Zone"to allow
Is not in residential zone,
at the property address listed above.
3. Legal Description (attach, if lengthy): Lot 3 & 4 Block 4
Black's Addition to Ames Iowa
4. Property Owner : Continue Care LLC
Address: 414 Lincoln Way Ames Iowa 50010
(Street) (City) (State) (zip)
Telephone: 515-290-1112 515-292-2273 515-292-2273
(Home) (Business) (Fax)
5. Applicant: Timothy R. Grandon President
Business: Continue Care INC. DBA Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care
Address: 414 Lincoln Wav Ames Iowa 50010
(Street) (City) (State) (Zip)
Telephone 515-292-1119 515- 92-227'3 51 292 773
(Home) (Business) (Fax)
6. Contact Person: SAME
Business:
Address:
(Street) (City) (State) (Zip)
Telephone:
(Home) (Business) (Fax)
E-mail address: timgrandon4336@msn.com
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This Special Use Permit will not be granted unless sufficient facts are presented
with the application, and at the Planning and Zoning Commission and Zoning
Board of Adjustment meetings to support a finding that all the general and specific
standards for granting a Special Use Permit have been met.
Obtaining this Special Use Permit does not absolve the applicant from obtaining all other applicable
permits, such as Building Permits, IDOT access permits, et cetera.
I (We) certify that I (tve) have submitted all the required information to apply for a
Special Use Permit and that the information is factual.
Signed by: Date: 10/01/12
(Property O eij- '
Tim R. Grandon
(Print Name)
(Note: No other signature may be substituted for the Property Owner's Signature.)
and: 7,,j',nPLO 1-�--- Date: 6 261,-,--
p p i c t
(Print Name)
and: Date:
(Print Name)
Application Form Last Updated: December 19, 201
Special Use Perm
Supporting Information fora Proposed Use
in a Commercial Zone
(This form must be filled out completely before your application will be accepted.)
The Zoning Board of Adjustment cannot approve a Special Use Perm unless all of the
"General Standards" and the "Commercial Zone Standards" are met. In order to facilitate
review of this application for a Special Use Permit, the applicant must address each of the
"General Standards", set forth in Section 29.1503, and in addition, the "Commercial Zone
Standards", set forth in Section 29.1503(4)(c) of the Zoning Ordinance.
(Note: The applicant's explanation of how the request meets each standard may be attached
on a separate sheet if sufficient space is not provided.)
1. General Standards, The Planning and Zoning Commission and the Zoning Board of
Adjustment shall review each application for the purpose of determining that each proposed
use meets the following "General Standards'; set forth in 29.1503(4)(a), and in addition,
shall find adequate evidence that each use in its proposed location will:
(a) Be harmonious with and in accordance with the general principles and
proposals of the Land Use Policy Plan (LUPP).
Explain how the request meets this standard.
Meets all principles of the Highway Commercial Oriented Zones. Human Cremator
are a general accessory use to funeral establishments
(b) Be designed, constructed, operated and maintained so as to be
harmonious in appearance with the existing or intended character of
the general vicinity and that such use will not change the essential
character of the area in which it is proposed.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
The addition will match existing structure. Zoning setbacks shall be met adequate
parking and circulation will be provided
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(c) Not be hazardous or disturbing to existing or future uses in the same
general vicinity.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
None. Manufacture has information that shows no emissions from the fixture
(d) Be served adequately by essential public facilities and services such as
highways, streets, police, fire protection, drainage structure, refuse
disposal, water and sewage facilities, and/or schools.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
Already existing.
There will be no additional demand on city infrasture. Use may require a larger
gas meter on existing gas line
(e) Not create excessive additional requirements at public cost for public
facilities and services.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
None anticipated
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(f� Not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, equipment or
conditions of operation that will be detrimental to any person,
property or general welfare by reason o excessive production of
traffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare, or odors.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
Device is UL listed; manufacture provides safety devices such as automatic
gas shut off
(e) Be consistent with the intent and purpose of the one in which it is
proposed to locate such use.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
Funeral facilities are allowed in the HOC zone with a Special Use Permit. This was
approved in 2007. A human cremator is a typical accessory use in funeral facilities
but was not explicitly approved in 2007. Applicant now seeks to add human
cremator and become a full service funeral center. Cremation is chosen over 50%
the time for final disposition
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2. Commercial Zone Standards. The Planning and Zoning Commission and the Zoning
Board of Adjustment shall review each application for the purpose of determining that
each proposed use in a commercial zone meets the "Commercial ZoneStcmdcm*",setforth
in 29-1 503(4)(o). which are listed below, and shall find adequate evidence that each use
in *s proposed location
(a) Becompatiblewiththepotential commercial develop en and use properlyplannedto occur in
the area.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
Area is already fully developed. Funeral facility has been here since 2007. No
complaints from neighbors
(b) Represent the sufficiently desirable need for the entire community that the
loss of commercial /and is justifiable in relation to the benefit.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
There is no loss of commercial land. Request is to add an additional use to land
already being used for commercial purposes.
(c) Be con4tentwith all other applicable standards in the zone.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
Site plan shows that all general development standards and
zone development standards are met where applicable.
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Special Use Permit
Site Development Plan Checklist for a Proposed Use
in a Commercial Zone
(This form must be filled out completely before your application will be accepted.)
The applicant shall provide seven (7) copies of a Site Development Plan which includes the
information described below, as set forth in Section 29.1502 of the Zoning Ordinance.
Seven (7) copies of a Site Development Plan, drawn to scale on a sheet not to exceed 24" x 36",
and
�o/ne(1) reduced copy no larger than 11"x17".
L� The Site Development Plan must be prepared by a Civil Engineer, a Land Surveyor, a
` Landscape Architect, or an Architect. The site plan must be certified as "substantially
correct" by a Professional Engineer, a Land Surveyor, a Landscape Architect, or an
Architect, licensed by the State of Iowa, showing the following information as of the date
of the application.
Note: With approval by City staff prior to submitting the Site Development Plan, it may be possible to
exclude some of the following items from the Site Development Plan. Please place a check mark in
the box in front of each item that is included as part of the application materials submitted for
approval.
a Name(s) and address(es) of the applicant(s).
IIJ Name(s) and address(es) of the owner(s) of record of the property.
Name and address of the person or firm preparing the site plan.
C -Property address(es).
Date of preparation.
d North Arrow.
❑ Scale: The scale shall not be less than 1"=10', and no greater than 1"=60', unless an alternate
scale is approved by the Director of the Dept. of Planning and Housing.
❑ Legal Description.
❑ .Dimensions of the present lot and lot area, to the nearest tenth of a foot.
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❑ Size and location of all existing and proposed buildings, additions, structures and uses,
including:
❑ Setback distance to property lines.
❑ Exact exterior dimensions of each building.
❑ Location of entrances.
❑ Number of dwelling units.
❑ Square footage of each type of use.
❑ Zoning designation of the property.
❑ Proposed use of the property in sufficient detail to detei-rnine code compliance.
❑ Existing and proposed location and size of sanitary sewer mains and service lines, or septic
tank and leaching field.
❑ Existing and proposed location and size of water mains, service lines and hydrants, and/or
water well.
❑ Existing and proposed location and size of electrical service (electrical riser diagram) and
the location of high pressure gas lines, high tension transmission lines, and telephone
lines.
❑ Existing and proposed location and size of storm drainage facilities on the property and
adjacent to the property.
❑ Location, grade and dimensions of all existing paved surfaces and of all abutting streets.
❑ Existing and proposed location and dimensions of parking areas, individual parking spaces
and drive aisles, driveways, curb cuts, easements and rights-of-way, walkways, trans't
stops,bicycle parking areas, loading areas, dividers, curbs, islands, and other parking and
drive improvements.
If the project is located along U.S. Highway 69, access to U.S. 69 shall be reviewed by the L a a T. and
a meeting shall be held that includes LID. staff, the City traffic engineer, other appropriate City staff the
developer, and the developer's plan preparer to agree on access prior to the submittal of the site plan.
❑ Existing and proposed contours at 2-foot intervals, based on City datum, when an
application perta'ns to any new permanent detached building or structure (principal or
accessory).
❑ Location of existing and proposed outdoor trash and dumpster areas and methods for
screening such areas.
❑ Location and type of all existing and proposed signs.
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❑ Evidence that the proposed work or activity will comply with the Outdoor Lighting Code.
Specifically, the application shall include:
❑ Plans indicating the location on the premises, and the type of illuminating devices,
fixtures, lamps, supports, reflectors and other devices;
❑ A detailed description of the illuminating devices, fixtures, lamps, supports, reflectors,
and other devices. The description shall include manufacturer's catalog cuts and
drawings, including sections when requested; and
❑ Photometric data, such as that furnished by manufacturers, showing the angle of cut off
or light emissions.
❑ Location of water bodies, watercourses, swamps and flood-prone areas with delineated channel
encroachment lines, wetland boundary lines, 100-year flood plain boundary line, and
❑ When an application is located in *flood-prone area include existing and proposed site grades,
contours and elevations, base flood elevation data, top-of-foundation elevations, finished floor
elevations, and any proposed watercourse relocation.
❑ When an application for development involves 0.5 acres, or more, of cumulative disturbed
area(s), a Sediment Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted. However, such a Plan may be
required for applications with disturbed land of less than 0.5 acres, if deemed necessary by the
Planning Director.
❑ Location of natural features including: existing trees, rock outcrops and landslide areas.
❑ Storm water management plan, including storm water calculations supporting the design. Such
plan shall show grades and/or elevatons, direction of surface flow, detention and/or retention
areas, outlet control structures and devices.
❑ A landscape plan showing:
❑ The location of plants.
❑ A plant list that includes:
• The plant species;
■ The quantity of each type of plant; and.
■ The size of each plant at the time of planting.
❑ The location of fences and walls.
❑ Traffic impact studies, soil tests, utility capacity analysis, and other similar information if
deemed necessary by the Department of Planning and Housing to determine the feasibility of
the proposed development.
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❑ Two (2) copies of architectural drawings of all new buildings or structures, or
alterations, at a scale not to exceed 1"=8% showing the following information:
❑ Name(s) of the applicant(s) and the owner(s) of record;
❑ Legal description and street address of the property;
❑ Numerical scale and date;
❑ All exterior wall elevations, indicating floor heights, overall building height
and fenestration; and,
❑ Building floor plans indicating existing and proposed usage,interior floor area
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and/or patron floor area.
❑ For Village Residential projects, Suburban Residential Projects, or Planned Residence
District projects that are to develop in phases, the applicant shall provide a phasing
plan indicating areas to be developed in each phase and the time frame for the
development of each phase.
❑ A note to be placed on all site plans to read as follows: "All construction materials,
dumpsters, detached trailers, or similar items are prohibited on public streets or
within the public right-of-way."
❑ Size of electrical service and one line drawing of the metering and electrical service.
❑ Number of meters at each location.
❑ Preferred voltage required for the building.
❑ Preferred location of the electrical service.
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Application Form Last Updated: December 19, 201
Special Use Perm
Proposed Use in a Commercial Zone)
Permission to Place a 'Zoning Action Pending" Sign on Private
Property
(This form must be filled out completely before your application will be accepted.)
Section 29.1500(2)(d)(iii) of the Zoning Ordinance, requires that notice shall be posted by the
City on signs posted on the subject property. One sign shall be posted for each public street
frontage. Required signs shall be posted along the perimeter of the subject property in locations
that are highly visible from adjacent public streets not less than seven (7) days prior to the
meeting or hearing, unless otherwise prescribed by statute.
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The owner of property at �7 �'��` L' hereby grants the City
of Ames permission to place "Zoning Action Pending" sig6s on the property for the purpose of
informing interested persons of the request for action by the City of Ames.
l understand that the signs will be placed on the property several days prior to action on the
request by the Planning and Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment, or the City Council,
and may remain on the property until the request has been approved or denied by the City.
Signed by: Date:
(Pr Owner
(Print Name)
(Note: No other signature may be substituted for the Property Owner 's Signature.)
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