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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - Planning Commission - Meeting Date: 8/17/2017 (9) MINUTES CITY OF GLENDALE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 5850 WEST GLENDALE AVENUE GLENDALE,ARIZONA 85301 THURSDAY, AUGUST 17,2017 6:00 PM • CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. Tabitha Perry, Assistant Planning Director stated that since Chairperson Dobbelaere and Vice Chair Hirsch were absent, the Commission should recommend an interim Chair for tonight's meeting. She recommended Commissioner Harper. Everyone agreed. COMMISSIONER GALLEGOS MADE A MOTION TO RECOMMEND COMMISSIONER HARPER AS INTERIM CHAIR FOR TONIGHT'S MEETING. COMMISSIONER MORENO SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 4 TO 0. Commissioners Present: Commissioners Gallegos, Harper, Moreno, and Crow were in attendance. Commissioners Absent: Chairperson Dobbelaere, Vice Chair Hirsch and Commissioner Lenox were absent. City Staff Present: Tabitha Perry, Assistant Planning Director, Jon Froke, AICP, Planning Director, Paul Whalen, AICP, Senior Planner, Jim Gruber, Chief Deputy City Attorney, Jeremy Underwood, Planner, and Diana Figueroa, Recording Secretary. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Interim Chair Harper stated there were no minutes for approval. WITHDRAWALS AND CONTINUANCES Interim Chair Harper called for any withdrawals and/or continuances. There were none. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS Interim Chair Harper called for staff's presentation. 1. GPA17-02: A request by Newmark Homes to amend the general plan on approximately 5 acres of vacant land from HDR 20 (High Density Residential, 12-20 DU/AC) to MDR 8 1 August 17,2017 •• Planning Commission Minutes (Medium Density Residential, 5-8 DU/AC). The site is located on the east side of 61st Avenue, north of Bell Road (17221 North 61st Avenue) and is in the Sahuaro District. Staff Contact: Jon Froke, AICP, Planning Director. 2. ZON17-03: A request by Newmark Homes to rezone approximately 5 acres of vacant land PAD (Planned Area Development)to R1-4 PRD (Single Residence,Planned Residential Development). The site is located on the east side of 61st Avenue, north of Bell Road(17221 North 61st Avenue) and is in the Sahuaro District. Staff Contact: Jon Froke, AICP, Planning Director. 3. PP17-02 A request by Newmark Homes for Preliminary Plat approval for Hartford Court, consisting of 33-lot single family subdivision on approximately five acres with a gross density of 6.6 dwelling units per acre. Approximately 2.24 acres of planned open space is provided. This represents 27% of the site. The typical lot size is 43' x 86' with an average lot size of 3,541 square feet. This is located in the Sahuaro District. Jon Froke, AICP, Planning Director. Jon Froke,AICP,Planning Director,stated he will present these three cases jointly. These requests are to amend the general plan and rezone the property to accommodate the Hartford Court subdivision. He said this is a proposal for a 33-lot single family subdivision on approximately 5 acres with a gross density of 6.6 dwelling units per acre. He noted that approximately 2.24 acres of planned open space is provided. This represents 27% of the site. Mr. Froke said the property is currently designated as High Density Residential on the General Plan Land Use Map. If the General Plan Amendment is approved, the new land use designation for the entire site would be Medium High Density Residential. He said the companion application (PP17-02)has been filed to subdivide the site into 33 residential lots. He explained that design review approval is required for the house product lines that will be built in association with the Hartford Court subdivision. He said the applicant will need to satisfy a list of detailed guidelines to demonstrate that the Residential Design and Development Manual will be met with their house products. No application for Design Review has been submitted at this time. In addition, there are various landscape tracts, open space and storm water retention areas identified on the preliminary plat layout throughout the project which totals approximately one acre. These features will be owned and maintained by the homeowners' association. He stated the exterior elevations of the homes have many characteristics consisting of Ranch, Territorial, Spanish, and Craftsman European Cottage architectural styles. Ground mounted mechanical equipment is a standard feature for all house products. 2 August 17,2017 Planning Commission Minutes He noted the vehicular access is provided from one connection to 61st Avenue. A looped street design is depicted on the Preliminary Plat. This community will be gated;therefore,the streets will be private and owned and maintained by the homeowners' association. He explained this project, when subdivided, will provide open space and storm water retention tracts as well as landscape tracts, perimeter theme walls and entry features. He noted that the amenity package includes a ramada for shade, picnic benches and a tot lot. All of these features will be owned and maintained by the homeowners' association. On August 31, 2016, the applicant mailed notification letters to adjacent property owners and interested parties notifying the public of a neighborhood meeting which was held on September . 15,2016 at Greenbrier Elementary School. Mr. Froke said at the neighborhood meeting,there was one resident in attendance in addition to the applicant. He noted the participant had one concern with Hartford Court and that was related to the future street improvements on 61st Avenue adjacent to the site. He said that has been addressed by the applicant. In conclusion, Mr. Froke stated the Planning Commission should recommend approval of GPA17-02, ZON17-02, and PP17-02 subject to the stipulations as outlined in the staff report. Interim Chair.Harper called for questions from the Commission. There were none. Interim Chair Harper asked for the applicant or representative to make their presentation. Sean Lake, applicant's representative, stated Mr. Froke had done a great job with his presentation. He briefly summarized the application and asked if anyone had any questions. There were no questions. Interim Chair Harper opened the public hearing. Darwin Bushong, speaker, stated he is a nearby resident and liked the development idea,however, he had concerns with putting asphalt on dirt. He said he does not think it will support the homes. He asked if only 61St Avenue would be improved where the subdivision is located or all the way to Greenbrier. Mark Austine, speaker, stated he did not wish to speak since his question had been answered. Mr. Lake stated they will be doing street improvements adjacent to their property. He added that they will not be doing any work going north or south since this was a public roadway and therefore the city's responsibility. Mark Austine, speaker, expressed his concern regarding those areas that will be left unfinished. He remarked that it would be a mess without any improvements. Mr. Froke stated that the applicant will be doing what the city has asked them to do regarding the requirements for this project. He explained the city has a program in which they go back after developments are completed and finish or fix areas where needed. He added that he will be 3 August 17,2017 Planning Commission Minutes following up with the city and traffic engineers to see if they had any plans to clean up this particular area. Commissioner Crow asked if staff could follow up with the speakers on this issue. Mr. Froke agreed to follow up with them. Interim Chair Harper closed the public hearing and asked for any additional comments. There were none. Interim Chair Harper called for a motion. COMMISSIONER MORENO MADE A MOTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF GPA17-02. COMMISSIONER GALLEGOS SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 4 TO 0. COMMISSIONER GALLEGOS MADE A MOTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF ZON17-03. COMMISSIONER CROW SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 4 TO 0. COMMISSIONER MORENO MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE PP17-02. COMMISSIONER CROW SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 4 TO 0. 4. ZON17-09: A request to rezone approximately 13.2 acres from PAD (Planned Area. Development), to PAD (Planned Area Development). The site is located at the southwest corner of the Loop 101 Freeway and the Beardsley Road alignment (19250 North 101 Loop)and is in the Cholla District. Staff Contact: Tabitha Perry, Assistant Planning Director. Tabitha Perry, Assistant Planning Director, stated this was a request to rezone approximately 13.2 acres from Planned Area Development, to Planned Area Development. She said that the site is located at the southwest corner of the Loop 101 Freeway and the Beardsley Road alignment 19250 North 101 Loop and is in the Cholla District. Ms. Perry said this is a request to approve a PAD to allow for a mixed land use development entitled "Arrowhead BMW." She said the development plan consists of all permitted land uses identified in the C-2 zoning district per the city's Zoning Ordinance, unless otherwise prohibited in the PAD document.In addition,new and/or used motor vehicle sales,all ancillary and associated operations and uses traditionally provided by a"full service"new vehicle brand franchisee. Ms.Perry explained that the site is intended for the initial development of Arrowhead BMW.There will be a remnant piece of property which is intended for future development. The proposed PAD allows for various land uses such as those permitted land uses within the C-2 zoning district outlined in the city's Zoning Ordinance. In addition,the PAD listed new and/or used motor vehicle sales and all incidental operational land uses to an automotive business as permitted land uses. She 4 August 17,2017 Planning Commission Minutes said the PAD outlines several prohibited land uses such as adult businesses, nightclubs, animal boarding facility,junk yards, recycling facility, swap shops and thrift stores. She said the development standards are incorporated in the PAD to address the constraints of the site and necessities to develop a well-constructed development adjacent to the Loop 101 freeway. The PAD identifies a maximum building height of 55 feet and a maximum lot coverage of sixty percent of the net lot area. Also, there are specific criteria for signage, landscaping standards, as well as design guidelines to ensure a unified development identified in the PAD. On May 25, 2017, the applicant mailed notification letters to adjacent property owners and interested parties inviting them to a neighborhood meeting held on July 12, 2017. She said that excluding the applicant and city staff, no one attended the neighborhood meeting. During the full Citizen Participation Process,the applicant received one call requesting more details regarding the rezoning application. She said that city staff received one call requesting additional information relative to the proposal. In•conclusion, Ms. Perry stated the Planning Commission should recommend approval of this request, subject to the eight stipulations listed in the staff report. Interim Chair Harper called for questions from the Commission. There were no questions. Interim Chair Harper called for the applicant to make a presentation. Mike Withey, Withey Morris, applicant's representative, stated this had been a very exciting project and an interesting piece of land. He believes this project will be an asset to the area and overall city. He praised staffs professionalism and promptness on this project. He stated they had done a great job on this project and they were in agreement with all the stipulations set forth by staff. Interim Chair Harper asked for any comments or questions. There were none. Interim Chair Harper opened the public hearing. Interim Chair Harper asked if anyone wanted to make any further comments. There were none. Interim Chair Harper closed the public hearing. Interim Chair Harper called for a motion. COMMISSIONER CROW MADE A MOTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF ZON17-09. COMMISSIONER MORENO SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 4 TO 0. 5. CUP17-03: John Reddell, John Reddell Architects, Inc., representing Francis and Sons, is requesting Conditional Use Permit approval for a convenience use on a proposed 5 August 17,2017 Planning Commission Minutes approximately 3.6-acre site located at the northwest corner of 59th Avenue and Northern Avenue. This Conditional Use Permit request is located in the C-2 (General Commercial) zoning district and would allow the land use of a car wash (Francis & Sons Express.Car Wash). This is in the Barrel District. Paul Whalen, AICP, Senior Planner Paul Whalen,AICP, Senior Planner, stated John Reddell Architects, Inc. representing Francis and Sons, is requesting a Conditional Use Permit approval for a convenience use on a proposed approximately 3.6-acre site located at the northwest corner of 59th Avenue and Northern Avenue. He said this Conditional Use Permit request is located in the General Commercial zoning district and would allow the land use of a car wash. Mr. Whalen stated the property is zoned C-2 and per Sections 5.754-J and 2.300, a car wash(self- service and/or automated)is defined as a convenience use as it will generate higher traffic volumes than other commercial uses. He noted the applicant purchased the property and combined the two existing lots into one for the main purpose of constructing a car wash. Once the car wash site has been determined by the design review processes, the property owner will then subdivide the property into three lots for resale and development. He said the car wash site is anticipated to be approximately 1.3 to 1.4-acres in area. On April 24, 2017, the applicant mailed notification letters to adjacent property owners and interested parties. The applicant did not receive any response regarding the request. Mr. Whalen noted that Planning did not receive any response regarding the request. In conclusion,Mr. Whalen stated this request appears to meet the required findings for Conditional Use Permit approval and should be approved, subject to the stipulations listed in the staff report and development shall be in substantial conformance with the site plan, dated July 27, 2017, and the project narrative, stamped received July 27, 2017, subject to design review approval by the Development Services Department Interim Chair Harper called for questions from the Commission. There were none. Interim Chair Harper asked for the applicant or representative to make their presentation. John Reddell, applicant's representative for Francis and Sons, stated the applicants were happy to develop this infill project. He said they were here to stay and develop. He said this carwash will be using a new process which was muchspeedier and more convenient. He discussed the hours of operation,which will end at reasonable business hours. He added they will also reconfigure where the blowers and vacuums would be located which would help keep the noise levels down. Also, to minimize the noise,they will have an 8-foot wall and a 15 feet landscaping strip to the far north of the site to move the building as far south as possible. He explained that they had done all this because it was important to be good neighbors in the community. Commissioner Gallegos asked if there will be an 8-foot fence on the north side. Mr. Reddell replied that he was correct. He said this is required for the first phase of their sites. 6 August 17,2017 Planning Commission Minutes Commissioner Gallegos inquired about the exits from the carwash. Mr. Reddell stated vehicles would exit on the south side of Northern. Interim Chair Harper opened the public hearing. With no one wishing to speak, Interim Chair Harper closed the public hearing. He asked for any additional comments. There were none. Interim Chair Harper called for a motion. COMMISSIONER MORENO MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE CUP17-03. COMMISSIONER GALLEGOS SECONDED THE MOTION,WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 4 TO 0. 6. CUP17-04 A request by Tim Rasnake with Archicon AAI, LC representing Verde • Investments, for Conditional Use Permit approval to allow for the DriveTime Car Dealership in the C-2 (General Commercial)zone district. The site is located at 5104 West Glendale Avenue and is in the Ocotillo District. Staff Contact: Paul Whalen, AICP, Senior Planner. Paul Whalen,AICP, Senior Planner, stated that Tim Rasnake with Archicon AAI,LC representing Verde Investments is requesting Conditional Use Permit approval for an existing 1.41-acre site located at the northwest corner of 51st Avenue and Glendale Avenue. This Conditional Use Permit request is situated in the General Commercial zoning district and an automobile retail sales is allowed if approved. Mr. Whalen stated the property is zoned C-2 and per Section 5.754-B, a"new or used automobile, motorcycle, boat, truck and recreational vehicle sales and repair service" is a Use Subject to a Conditional Use Permit. Because the property is now for sale, the prospective sale is contingent upon establishing car sales as a long-term use on the property. He said the Drive Time Car Dealership wishes to retain its current operation on the site and is pursuing ownership of the property. He stated that to the best of staffs knowledge there aren't any outstanding code violations on this property as it has been well-maintained, however, staff recommends a lot tie/minor land division to consolidate the lots into one. On March 31, 2017, the applicant mailed notification letters to adjacent property owners and interested parties. Mr. Whalen said Planning staff and the applicant did not receive any response regarding the request. In conclusion,Mr. Whalen stated this request appears to meet the required findings for Conditional Use Permit approval and should be approved, subject to the stipulations listed in the staff report: He said approval is conditional upon the successful completion of a minor land division lot-tie process to consolidate the existing six lots into one contiguous lot within ninety days of this approval. 7 August 17,2017 Planning Commission Minutes Interim Chair Harper called for questions from the Commission. Commissioner Gallegos asked if he knew the history of why they had only allowed five years. Mr. Whalen stated this was part of the centerline project and back then, a car dealership was not envisioned on the centerline district. Therefore, they offered it as a temporary five-year use. Interim Chair Harper asked for the applicant or representative to make their presentation. Tim Rasnake, applicant's representative, stated he really had nothing more to add. He said staff had done a good job of presenting. He will be happy to answer any questions. There were no questions. Interim Chair Harper opened the public hearing. Interim Chair Harper closed the public hearing after hearing there were no speakers. He asked for any additional comments. There were none. Interim Chair Harper called for a motion. COMMISSIONER CROW MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE CUP17-04. COMMISSIONER MORENO SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 4 TO O. 7. CUP17-05 A request by Brandon Peterson with Centerline Solutions, Inc., representing T- Mobile, for Conditional Use Permit approval to allow a wireless facility with a 65- ft. monopalm pole in the C-2 (General Commercial) zone district. The site is located at 7018 North 53`1 Avenue and is in the Ocotillo District. Staff Contact: Paul Whalen,AICP, Senior Planner. Paul Whalen, AICP, Senior Planner, stated Brandon Peterson with Centerline Solutions, Inc. representing T-Mobile, is requesting Conditional Use Permit approval for an artificial palm tree camouflaged as a stealth wireless communication monopole in the C-2 zoning district. He said this proposal is allowed in the C-2 district only through a CUP review and approval. He noted the property is located in the northwest corner of the Glendale Avenue and 53rd Avenue intersection, approximately 150 feet north of Glendale Avenue on 53rd Avenue. The subject parcel is 4,869 square feet in size. Mr. Whalen said that T-Mobile,a national telecommunications provider,proposes placing a stealth telecommunications monopole disguised as a faux palm tree 65 feet tall with faux fronds extending below the crown to conceal future collocates. The pole will be positioned a minimum of 150 feet from Glendale Avenue and approximately 97 feet from 53rd Avenue. He explained that under Section 7.602 B. of the City of Glendale Zoning Ordinance, monopoles must be set back from a property designated as residential by a distance twice the height of the pole. • 8 August 17,2017 Planning Commission Minutes • In addition, no residential land uses are within 130 feet of the monopole and a paved access and a paved parking space will be provided and depicted on the amended site plan. On approximately April 7, 2017, notification letters were mailed to adjacent property owners and interested parties.Mr. Whalen stated the applicant did not receive any response regarding concerns or issues with the request. In conclusion,Mr. Whalen stated this request appears to meet the required findings for Conditional Use Permit approval and should be approved, subject to the stipulations listed in the staff report: He said the development shall be in substantial conformance with the applicant's narrative, date stamped March 21, 2017 and the applicant's revised materials, date stamped May 29, 2017. Interim Chair Harper called for questions from the Commission. There were none. Interim Chair Harper asked for the applicant or representative to make their presentation. Brandon Peterson, applicant's representative, stated he had nothing to add to staff's presentation. He will be happy to answer any questions. There were no questions. Interim Chair Harper opened the public hearing. Interim Chair Harper closed the public hearing after hearing there were no speakers. He asked for any additional comments. There were none. Interim Chair Harper called for a motion. COMMISSIONER MORENO MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE CUP17-05. COMMISSIONER GALLEGOS SECONDED THE MOTION,WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 4 TO 0. 8. CUP17-07 A request by Catalin Petcu for Conditional Use Permit approval to allow Live Entertainment by more than one musician in a coffee shop within the C-2 Zoning District. The site is located at the northwest corner of 51' Avenue and Northern Avenue (5102 West Northern Ave., Suite 2) and is in the Barrel District: Staff Contact: Jeremy Underwood, Planner. Jeremy Underwood, Planner, stated Catalin Petcu is requesting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) approval to operate a coffee shop with 3-4 musicians performing up to 5 days a week from approximately 5 PM—9 PM. He said that a live entertainment facility requires a CUP in the C-2 zoning district when it is located within 300 feet of any residential use. He noted this request is located in the Barrel District. Mr. Underwood stated the applicant is proposing a live entertainment facility within an existing coffee shop. He explained live entertainment facilities are permitted within the C-2 district. He 9 • August 17,2017 Planning Commission Minutes said that a multi-family apartment complex, known as "The Standard West Apartment Homes" is located approximately 270' north of the Coffee Club site. He noted that restaurants, such as the coffee shop, are an allowed use in the C-2 General Commercial zoning district. He explained that the sole reason for the need of a CUP is the live entertainment aspect of the proposed use within 300' of residential uses. He said musical performances at the location are intended to entertain existing customers of the coffee shop and are not intended for larger concerts or wider-advertised events. As currently built and permitted, the coffee shop has a maximum occupancy load of 29. On June 24, 2017, the applicant mailed notification letters to adjacent property owners and interested parties,notifying of the conditional use permit request.He stated the applicant indicated no comments, questions, or concerns regarding this request were received during the more than two-week comment period.He said that Planning Staff has not received any comments or concerns regarding this request. In conclusion, Mr. Underwood stated this request appears to meet the required findings for Conditional Use Permit approval and should be approved, subject to the stipulations listed in the staff report and that business operations shall be in substantial conformance with the Project Narrative and Site Plan, stamped received on June 12, 2017. Interim Chair Harper called for questions from the Commission. There were none. Interim Chair Harper asked for the applicant or representative to make their presentation. Catalin Petcu, applicant, stated he was the owner of the coffee shop and the musician that will be conducting the performances. He will be doing some soft jazz and soft classic rock. He noted it is in his best interest as a business owner to keep the noise levels suitable for his customers and surrounding area. He will be happy to answer any questions the Commissioners may have. Interim Chair Harper opened the public hearing. Interim Chair Harper closed the public hearing after hearing there were no speakers. He asked for any additional comments. There were none. Interim Chair Harper called for a motion. COMMISSIONER GALLEGOS MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE CUP17-07. COMMISSIONER CROW SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 4 TO O. OTHER BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR Interim Chair Harper asked if there was any Business From The Floor. There was none. PLANNING STAFF REPORT Interim Chair Harper asked if there was a Planning Staff Report. There was none. 10 August 17,2017 Planning Commission Minutes COMMISSION COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Interim Chair Harper called for Comments and Suggestions. There were none. NEXT MEETING: October 5, 2017 (tentative) ADJOURNMENT Interim Chair Harper called for a motion to adjourn. Commissioner Crow made a motion to adjourn. Commissioner Moreno seconded the motion,which was approved with a vote of 4 to 0. The meeting was adjourned at 7:18pm. 11