HomeMy WebLinkAboutA001 - special Use Permit to rebuild a non conforming structure at 301 South Fifth Street Application Form Last Updated: September 12, 2012
Restoration of a
Damaged Nonconforming Structure
Special Use Permit Application Form
for a Site in a Residential Zone
(This form must be filled out completely before your application will be accepted.)
1. Property Address for this Special Use Permit: 301 S. 5th St.
2. I (We) the undersigned, do hereby respectfully request the Ames Zoning Board of
Adjustment grant a Special Use Permit for "Restoration of a Damaged Nonconforming
Structure in a Residential Zone"at the property address listed above.
3. Legal Description(attach, if lengthy): Lindholm's ADD Lot 3
4. Property Owner: South Meadow Housing Cooperative
Business:
Address: 321 S. 5th Ames IA 50010
(Street) (City) (State) (Zip)
Telephone: 515-232-4765
(Home) (Business) (Fax)
5. Applicant: Chuck Winkleblack
Business: Hunziker & Associates
Address: 105 S. 16th St. Ames IA 50010
(Street) (City) (State) (Zip)
Telephone: 515-239-8606 515-233-5821
(Home) (Business) (Fax)
6. Contact Person: Same As Applicant
Business:
Address:
(Street) (City) (State) (Zip)
Telephone: °-
(Home) (Business) (Fa " ,g EN
E-mail address: chuck@hunziker.com
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CITY OF AMES, IOWA DEPT OF PLANNING & HOUSING
Application Form Last Updated: September 12, 2012
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, [DOT access permits, etcetera.
I (We) certify that I (we) have submitted all the required information to apply for a Special Use
Permit and that the information is factual.
Signed by: 4L Date: )I
Owner(s)
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Prin Name
(Note: No other signature may be substituted for the Property Owner's Signature.)
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Application Form Last Updated: September 12, 2012
Restoration of a
Damaged Nonconforming Structure
Special Use Permit Supporting Information
for a Site in a Residential Zone
(This form must be filled out completely before your application will be accepted.)
Section 29.307(3)(c)(ii) states that any nonconforming structure damaged to the extent of more
than 70% of its assessed value may not be rebuilt, repaired, or used unless the rebuilt structure
conforms with all regulations of the district in which it is located, or unless the Zoning Board of
Adjustment approves the reconstruction by granting a Special Use Permit after determining that
restoration will be made to the fullest extent possible in conformance with the applicable zoning
standards.
The Zoning Board of Adjustment cannot approve a Special Use Permit unless all of the
"General Standards" and the "Residential 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 "Residential Zone
Standards", set forth in Section 29.1503(4)(b) 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.
The LUPP mentions uses in areas that are of a similar nature
and use. This property and its surroundings have generally
remained the same since they were constructed in the 70's. This
request is to put the property back to a condition prior to the
fire with some modernization and improvements while keeping with
the overall plan for the surrounding properties and property
owners.
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(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.
This building is in the middle of a fully developed RH zone.
These buildings were constructed in tehe 70's and the reconstruction
should have no impact on the character of the neighborhood.
(c) Not be hazardous or disturbing to existing or future uses in the same
general vicinity.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
The building footprint is not changing so the traffic patterns
and flow will go back to the way it was prior to the fire. The
buildings functioned very well in the past and will again in the
future.
(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.
This project has been through the DRC process and the changes
made to the building will make the project better then it was
prior to the fire. The city provided service to the property
in the past and it will be the same going forward.
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(e) Not create excessive additional requirements at public cost for public
facilities and services.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
No additional requirements shall be placed on the city as a
result of this project. The infrastructure is currently in
place to ad quetly serve thisproperty,
(t) Not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, equipment or conditions
of operation that will be detrimental to any person, property or general
welfare by reason of excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke, fumes,
glare, or odors.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
This is a residential project so no excessive traffic, noise,
smoke fumes, glares or odors should occur as a result of this
project being rebuilt. It should operate in harmony with the
surrounding apartment buildings.
(g) Be consistent with the intent and purpose of the Zone in which it is
proposed to locate such use.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
The property is zoned RH and what is being proposed fits within
the RH zoning guidelines and approved uses. No variances are
being sought because of the type of use or operation of the
building.
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2. Residential 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 residential zone meets the "Residential Zone Standards", set forth in
29.1503(4)(b), which are listed below, and shall find adequate evidence that each use in its
proposed location will:
(a) Not create excessively higher levels of traffic than the predominant pattern
in the area and not create additional traffic from the proposed use that
would change the street classification and such traffic shall not lower the
level of service at area intersections.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
For years this property operated without incident regarding
parking and traffic The reconstruction shall not cause any
change in classification or lower the level of service at area
intersections.
(b) Not create a noticeably different travel pattern than the predominant
pattern in the area. Special attention must be shown to deliveries or
service trips in a residential zone that are different than the normal to and
from work travel pattern in the residential area.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
Once again we are just restoring the traffic patterns that existed
since the mid 70's. The only service vehicles will be associated
with trash service and those will be similar with all of the
other properties in the area
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(c) Not generate truck trips by trucks over 26,000 g.v.w. (gross vehicle weight)
to and from the site except for waste collection vehicles and moving vans.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
It is not anticipated that any trucks will be entering or exiting
the site except for those stated above
(d) Not have noticeably different and disruptive hours of operation.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
These are all residential living units so there are no hours
of operation. All of the surrounding properties will be operating
in a manner the same as the subject property.
(e) Be sufficiently desirable for the entire community that the loss of
residential land is justifiable in relation to the benefit.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
This not applicable we are not losing residential land
This property was zoned and used as RH land before and will be
again after the reconstruction is complete.
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(f) Be compatible in terms of structure placement, height, orientation or scale
with the predominate building pattern in the area.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
The building has the same footprint as the buildings to the West.
The building foundation is not changing. The placement and scale
will be the same as it was prior to the fire. The buildings
look good because they have the same setback from the street.
(g) Be located on the lot with a greater setback or with landscape buffering to
minimize the impact of the use on adjacent property.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
All of the setbacks will remain the same since the foundation
will remain The landscaping will be enhanced to provide screening
for the cars parked on the south side of teh site plan.
(h) Be consistent with all other applicable standards in the zone.
Explain how the request meets this standard.
The owner did their best to comply with as many items as they
could through the redevelopment process. Some items; however,
are just not physically possible given the fact that we are using
an existing foundation.
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Application Form Last Updated: September 12, 2012
Restoration of a
Damaged Nonconforming Structure
Special Use Permit Site Development Plan Checklist
for a Site in a Residential 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 one (1) reduced copy no larger than 11'xl7".
The Site Development Plan must be prepared by a Civil Engineer, a Land Surveyor, a
Landscape Architect, or Architect and certified as "substantially correct" by a Professional
Engineer or Land Surveyor, 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.
id Name(s) and address(es) of the applicant(s).
Z Name(s) and address(es) of the owner(s) of record of the property.
.2f Name and address of the person or firm preparing the site plan.
0 Property address(es).
,d' Date of preparation.
.0 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 Department 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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,a Size and location of all existing and proposed buildings, additions, structures, and uses,
including:
Z Setback distance to property lines.
J' Exact exterior dimensions of each building.
,0 Location of entrances.
- 3 Number of dwelling units.
0" Square footage of each type of use.
JZ1 Zoning designation of the property.
Proposed use of the property in sufficient detail to determine code compliance.
fd Existing and proposed location and size of sanitary sewer mains and service lines, or septic
tank and leaching field. Vsttrck J(,)
Existing and proposed location and size of water mains, service lines and hydrants, and/or
water well. (i~�►sT �l V
❑ 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.
f� Existing and proposed location and size of storm drainage facilities on the property and
adjacent to the property. `T_�Ls-t1n1V , IM?r,�J►a�s 14RY,�S 'TO 2.fMA►aJ TktEMO
Jd 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, transit
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
I.D.O.T. and a meeting shall be held that includes I.D.O.T. 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.
fd' Existing and proposed contours at 2-foot intervals, based on City datum, when an
application pertains 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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ti v ❑ Evidence that the proposed work or activity will comply with the Outdoor Lighting Code.
Specifically, the application shall include:
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_ n ❑ Plans indicating the location on the premises, and the type of illuminating devices,
L fixtures, lamps, supports, reflectors, and other devices;
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❑ A detailed description of the illuminating devices, fixtures, lamps, supports, reflectors,
D, and other devices. The description shall include manufacturer's catalog cuts and
Z A drawings, including sections when requested;
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d ❑ Photometric data, such as that furnished by manufacturers, showing the angle of cut off
or light emissions.
A Location of waterbodies, watercourses, swamps and flood-prone areas with delineated
channel encroachment lines, wetland boundary lines, 100-year flood plain boundary line,
and floodway boundary line.
Ja When an application is located in a 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.
NIA Such plan shall show grades and/or elevations, direction of surface flow, detention and/or
retention areas, outlet control structures and devices.
A landscape plan showing:
,B The location of plants.
,a A plant list that includes:
ZI The plant species;
0 The quantity of each type of plant; and,
fd The size of each plant at the time of planting.
A The location of fences and walls.
I A ❑ 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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,16 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:
Ja Name(s) of the applicant(s) and the owner(s) of record;
Legal description and street address of the property;
3 Numerical scale and date;
j� All exterior wall elevations, indicating floor heights, overall building height and
fenestration; and,
Building floor plans indicating existing and proposed usage, interior floor area and/or
patron floor area.
❑ For Village Residential projects, Suburban Residential projects, or Planned Residence
NIA 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.
0 Number of meters at each location.
❑ Preferred voltage required for the building.
,2 Preferred location of the electrical service.
In addition to Minor or Major Site Development Plan submittals, a Use Analysis Report
shall be prepared by the applicant, for all properties located in a G-1 (General Industrial)
or in a P-1(Planned Industrial) zoning district, that shows the following:
❑ Approximate number of employees;
❑ Approximate utility needs and effect upon existing systems, e.g., projected water demand
(GPM/GPD), waste water generation (GPD + COD/BOD), electricity demand (KW), storm
water increase (CFS), solid waste generation (tons); and
❑ Possible nuisance factors and means for alleviating those factors, such as noise, odor,
smoke, dust, fumes, vibration, or heat.
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Effective Date: September 12, 2012
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.
The owner of property at 3OJ ,S 3--71 hereby grants the City of Ames
permission to place "Zoning Action Pending" signs on the property for the purpose of informing
interested persons of the request for action by the City of Ames.
I 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: v
Property Owner
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Print Name
(Note: No other signature may be substituted for the Property Owner's Signature.)
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