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HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Resolution approving Major Site Development PlanRESOLUTION NO. 26-603 RESOLUTION APPROVING MAJOR SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR 259 AND 263 HYLAND AVENUE FOR THE CITY OF AMES, IOWA WHEREAS, 259 Hyland Avenue is owned by Dayton Park, LLC and 263 Hyland Avenue is owned by Adventure Investments, LLC, both represented by Chuck Winkleblack. The applicant proposes to rezone and redevelop the two existing lots. Both properties are currently zoned Residential High-Density Zone “RH” with the West University Impact Overlay. The 259 Hyland site contains a duplex and 263 Hyland contains an apartment building. Both buildings would be demolished to accommodate future development; and, WHEREAS, the property located at 259 Hyland Ave (Building A) is approximately 0.27 acres. The building is 3-stories or approximately 37 feet tall. The owner proposes 13 units for the building, 7 being one-bedroom units and 6 being two-bedroom units. The O- WUPED (West University Pedestrian Enhancement District) permits a density of 83 bedrooms per acre. Based on the proposal, 19 bedrooms are proposed, which is below the maximum bedroom density of 22.41 for the site; and, WHEREAS, the property located at 263 Hyland Avenue (Building B) is 0.47 acres. The building is intended to develop during Phase 2 following the construction of Building A. The building is 4-stories or approximately 45 feet tall when calculating the average grade of the site. The owner proposes 19 units for the building, 10 being one-bedroom units and 9 being two-bedroom units. The building meets the density maximum for bedrooms in the O-WUPED, proposing 28 bedrooms and having a maximum allowance of 39 bedrooms for the site. Parking for this building is partially enclosed and partially uncovered along the west property line; and, WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission agreed with the applicant that the site is blighted and redevelopment will be beneficial. The Commission voted to add conditions of approval to the proposal with a 3 -2 vote. These conditions are also recommended by staff as part of the approval. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa, that the Major Site Development Plan for 259 and 263 Hyland Avenue is hereby approved with the following conditions: a) Provide an outdoor Lighting plan prior to issuance of a building permit. b) Provide a roof plan with mechanical equipment screening prior to issuance of a building permit. c) Provide material sample/references for clay brick specifications prior to issuance of a building permit. d) Provide an updated site plan reflecting a Front Yard Setback of 20 Feet with approval of a rear yard variance for 259 Hyland prior to issuance of a building permit for 259 Hyland. (If the variance is not approved, the applicant will return to City Council prior to third reading for approval of the project). ADOPTED THIS 22nd day of September, 2026. _______________________________ _________________________________ Renee Hall, City Clerk John A. Haila, Mayor Introduced by: Gartin Seconded by: Corrieri Voting aye: Beatty-Hansen, Betcher, Corrieri, Gartin, Junck, Rollins Voting nay: None Absent: None Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 22nd day of September, 2026.