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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - Planning Commission - Meeting Date: 5/7/2015 (3) :MINUTES CITY OFGLENDALE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 5850 WEST GLENDALE AVENUE GLENDALE,ARIZONA_85301 _ c THURSDAY,MAY 7,2015- PM 1H - CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Johnston called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. Commissioners Present: Commissioners Dobbelaere, Harper, Hirsch, Gallegos, and Moreno, Vice Chairperson Lenox, and Chairperson Johnston were present. Commissioners Absent: None. City Staff Present: Tabitha Perry, Assistant Planning Director, Torn Dixon, CPM, Senior Planner, Deborah Robberson, Chief Deputy City Attorney, and Diana Figueroa, Recording Secretary. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairperson Johnston called for Approval of Minutes from the February 5, 2015 Workshop and the April 2, 2015 Workshop and Public Hearing. Commissioner Hirsch noted an addition he would like incorporated into the February 5, 2015 workshop minutes. COMMISSIONER HIRSCH MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE FEBRUARY 5, 2015 WORKSHOP MINUTES AS REVISED. VICE CHAIRPERSON LENOX SECONDED THE MOTION,WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 7 TO 0. VICE CHAIRPERSON LENOX MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE APRIL 2, 2015 WORKSHOP MINUTES AS WRITTEN. COMMISSIONER HIRSCH SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 7 TO 0. COMMISSIONER HARPER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE APRIL 2, 2015 PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES AS WRITTEN. VICE CHAIRPERSON LENOX SECONDED THE MOTION,WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 7 TO 0. WITHDRAWALS AND CONTINUANCES Chairperson Johnston called for any withdrawals and/or continuances. There were none. 1 May 7,2015 Planning Commission Minutes PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS Chairperson Johnston called for staff's presentation. 1. CUP15-02: A request by Glenn Kramer for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to grant a Type II Home Occupation to allow a business specializing in custom upholstery interiors for cars in an SR-17 (Single Residence) zoning district. The site is located at 6905 West McKnight Loop and is located in the Sahuaro District. Staff Contact: Tom Dixon, CPM, Senior Planner. Mr. Tom Dixon, CPM, Senior Planner, stated this was a request by Glenn Kramer for a Conditional Use Permit to grant a Type II Home Occupation to allow a business specializing in custom upholstery interiors for cars in an SR-17 zoning district. He explained the property contains a single residence, situated on the north portion, and a detached garage on the southwest corner. He said the sides and rear of the property are surrounded by a solid, sight-obscuring wall except for a double-wide gate along North 69th Avenue that provides access to the detached garage. He noted there was paved access from the street to the garage and it appears that cars can be parked on the side of the driveway so as not to impede direct access into the garage. He said this was a request to allow a home-based custom upholstery business specializing in cars and hot rods. He noted the upholstery work occurs in a detached garage on the south side of the property and has occurred since 2012. He explained the owner applied for a CUP Class II home occupation permit after being notified that the business was not allowed except through a CUP approval. Mr. Dixon noted that on February 25, 2015, notification letters were mailed informing the property owners and interested parties of their request. He noted the applicant did not receive any response regarding concerns or issues with the request. He said planning staff received six phone calls or messages in support of this request and one contact opposing any businesses within a residential area. In conclusion, Mr. Dixon stated this request appears to meet the required findings and should be approved, subject to the stipulations listed in the staff report. He asked for questions from the Commission. Chairperson Johnston called for questions from the Commission. Chairperson Johnston asked if the applicant had a city license to conduct business. Mr. Dixon noted that he did not believe so and would defer to the applicant for clarification. Chairperson Johnston called for the applicant to make a presentation. Nancy Khiel, applicant's representative stated Staff had done a thorough job explaining the case and she did not have anything to add. However, in regards to the license matter, the applicant cannot obtain one until this case was settled. Commissioner Harper asked if they had an HOA. Ms. Khiel replied no. 2 May 7,2015 Planning Commission Minutes Chairperson Johnston opened the public hearing. With no one wishing to speak, Chairperson Johnston closed the public hearing Chairperson Johnston called for a motion. VICE CHAIRPERSON LENOX MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE CUP15-02 SUBJECT TO TWO STIPULATIONS AS NOTED IN THE STAFF REPORT. COMMISSIONER HIRSCH SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 7 TO O. Chairperson Johnston called for the next step in the process. Deborah Robberson, Chief Deputy City Attorney, said this is final approval by the Planning Commission subject to a written appeal if filed within 15 days. 2. ZON15-01: A request by Joe Longo, representing Electrical Equipment Sales and Henry L. & Janeece K. Senseman, to rezone approximately 4.66 acres of land currently designated as R-4 (Multiple Residence) to M-1 (Light Industrial) which is consistent with the General Plan. The properties are addressed as 7715 and 7723 North 63rd Avenue and are located in the Ocotillo District. Staff Contact: Tom Dixon, CPM, Senior Planner. Mr. Tom Dixon, CPM, Senior Planner, stated this was a request by Joe Longo, representing Electrical Equipment Sales and Henry L. & Janeece K. Senseman, to rezone approximately 4.66 • acres of land currently designated as R-4 to M-1 which is consistent with the General Plan. The properties are addressed as 7715 and 7723 North 63rd Avenue and are located in the Ocotillo District. He said this request involves two adjoining properties under separate ownerships. He said the combined size of the properties was approximately 4.66 acres. He noted the location of the properties was at the northeast corner of North 63rd Avenue and West Hayward Avenue, and approximately 900 feet south of Northern Avenue. He stated the rezoning would allow the electric supply business property to build storage buildings and make other improvements. Presently, the business is considered a non-conforming use in the R-4 zone district which creates extreme limitations on expansions or alternatives that can occur. He said the M-1 zoning designation would allow the existing land use as a permitted use. Mr. Dixon noted that on March 2, 2015, the applicant mailed notification letters informing the adjacent property owners and interested parties of their request. He said Staff has received no inquiries or comments regarding this proposed rezone. In conclusion, Mr. Dixon stated this request appears to meet the required findings and should be approved, subject to the stipulations listed in the staff report. He asked for questions from the Commission. Chairperson Johnston called for questions from the Commission. There were none. 3 May 7,2015 Planning Commission Minutes Chairperson Johnston called for the applicant to make a presentation. Mr. Joe Longo, applicant's representative, introduced himself and Mr. Henry Senseman, the property owner of the parcels to the south included in this request. Mr. Longo stated he was in agreement with staff's presentation and stated he planned to construct industrial buildings and an office. Mr. Senseman stated his property is currently vacant. Both were available for questions. Chairperson Johnston asked if the Commission had any questions for the applicant. There were none. Chairperson Johnston opened the public hearing. Commissioner Harper stated that he has done business with the applicant in the past. He stated he has no financial interested in the building and has no conflict. With no one wishing to speak, Chairperson Johnston closed the public hearing. Chairperson Johnston called for a motion. COMMISSIONER HIRSCH MADE A MOTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF ZON15-01 SUBJECT TO ONE STIPULATION AS NOTED IN THE STAFF REPORT. COMMISSIONER HARPER SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 7 TO O. Chairperson Johnston called for the next step in the process. Deborah Robberson, Chief Deputy City Attorney, stated the Planning Commission's actions are not final and the Commission's recommendation will be forwarded to City Council for further action. Chairperson Johnston called for the next three cases that will be heard jointly. 3. GPA14-04: A request by David Cisiewski, on behalf of Cornerstone Investments, LLC, for a General Plan Amendment to re-designate approximately 16.12 acres from Low Density Residential (1 — 2.5 du/ac) to Medium Density Residential (2.5 — 3.5 du/ac). The site is located at 7536 North 83rd Avenue and is located in the Yucca District. Staff Contact: Tom Dixon, CPM, Senior Planner. 4. ZON14-06: A request by David Cisiewski, on behalf of Cornerstone Investments, LLC, to rezone approximately 16.12 acres from A-1 (Agricultural) to Rl-8 (Single Residence). The site is located at 7536 North 83rd Avenue and is located in the Yucca District. Staff Contact: Tom Dixon, CPM, Senior Planner. 5. PP14-05: A request by David Cisiewski, on behalf of Cornerstone Investments, LLC, to approve a Preliminary Plat to subdivide approximately 16.12 acres into 43 single- residential lots for Orangewood Ranch Subdivision. The site is located at 7536 North 4 May 7,2015 Planning Commission Minutes 83rd Avenue and is located in the Yucca District. Staff Contact: Tom Dixon, CPM, Senior Planner. Mr. Tom Dixon, CPM, Senior Planner, stated this was a request by David Cisiewski, on behalf of Cornerstone Investments, LLC, for a General Plan Amendment to re-designate approximately 16.12 acres from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential and to Rezone approximately 16.12 acres from A-1 to R1-8 as well as to approve a Preliminary Plat to subdivide approximately 16.12 acres into 43 single-residential lots for Orangewood Ranch Subdivision. He said the site was located at 7536 North 83rd Avenue and is located in the Yucca District. Mr. Dixon stated the applicant was requesting to amend the General Plan to Medium Density Residential and rezone the property to R-1 as part of the Orangewood Subdivision. He explained the Planning Commission must conduct a public hearing and determine if this request was in the best long-term interest of the neighborhood and consistent with the General Plan. He noted the proposed development site was located along the west side of North 83rd Avenue and north of the West Orangewood Avenue alignment just north of the midpoint between Glendale and Northern Avenues. He said there is a total of approximately 16.12 acres of relatively flat, undeveloped land associated with this proposal. Mr. Dixon noted that on April 13, 2015, notification letters were mailed informing the surrounding property owners and interested parties notifying the public of a neighborhood meeting held on April 23, 2015 at 5850 West Glendale Avenue. He said that at the neighborhood meeting there were approximately 19 residents in attendance in addition to the applicant and one city staff. He explained that several people asked questions mostly regarding the limitation on two-story homes in the perimeter lots, drainage from the site going to other properties, and a perimeter wall enclosing the subdivision. He stated that most of those questions were resolved by either the applicant or planning staff In conclusion, Mr. Dixon stated these requests appear to meet the required findings and should be approved, subject to the stipulations listed in the staff report. He asked for questions from the Commission. Chairperson Johnston called for questions from the Commission. There were none. Chairperson Johnston called for the applicant to make a presentation. David Cisiewski, applicant's representative, went over a few highlights of Mr. Dixon's presentation regarding the application. He noted that these were all good size lots which will add to the area. He explained the amount of time and energy their team spent in order to present a premier product to the area as well as the challenges they had to work through to get this project on the right track. He talked about how they continue to work with the neighboring community to accommodate their wishes regarding not building two story homes where applicable and reasonable. He stated they appreciated staffs work and agreed with staffs recommendations. 5 May 7,2015 Planning Commission Minutes Chairperson Johnston asked if the Commission had any questions for the applicant. There were none. Chairperson Johnston opened the public hearing. Mathew Lindholm, public speaker, stated he had questions regarding the proposed two story homes and added that he was not in favor of two story homes being constructed on the south side. Chairperson Johnston asked the speaker if there were any two story homes adjacent to him. He replied no. Mr. Cisiewski stated he does not agree to no two story homes on the south side as there are adjacent lots with existing two story homes. He explained they want to add to the community and having two story homes throughout where applicable does that. He said that not having two story homes on the south side would be a bit of a detriment to the project. He added they would like to have some flexibility when designing a very nice neighborhood. Commissioner Hirsch asked if the HOA on the south boundary was the same one that negotiated with the applicant. Mr. Cisiewski replied that it was his understanding that it was the same. Chairperson Johnston called the next speaker. Mr. Robert Zak, public speaker, stated that the reason the HOA was very helpful to the applicant was because they had promised they were not going to build any two story homes. Another concern of his was that the applicant currently does not have a builder. He said he also had sewage storage concerns with the additional people coming into the area. Mr. Cisiewski explained his various meetings with the HOA and their recommendations regarding water and sewer. He noted that in regards to a builder, they currently do not have one, however, once this portion of the plan was settled that will be the next step in the process. Commissioner Moreno asked if the homes had mixed tile and shingles. Mr. Cisiewski noted they would be tile. Commissioner Hirsch asked that someone address Mr. Zak's concerns regarding water and sewer. He asked city staff to help in this matter. Mr. Cisiewski provided additional information on this issue. Mr. Zak reiterated his concerns to the Commission. Chairperson Johnston closed the public hearing. Chairperson Johnston called for a motion. VICE CHAIRPERSON LENOX MADE A MOTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF GPA14-04. COMMISSIONER GALLEGOS SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 7 TO 0. 6 May 7,2015 Planning Commission Minutes COMMISSIONER HIRSCH MADE A MOTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF ZON14-06 SUBJECT TO TWO STIPULATIONS AS NOTED IN THE STAFF REPORT. COMMISSIONER HARPER SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 7 TO 0. COMMISSIONER HARPER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE PP14-05 SUBJECT TO THIRTEEN STIPULATIONS AS NOTED IN THE STAFF REPORT. VICE CHAIRPERSON LENOX SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 7 TO 0. Chairperson Johnston called for the next step in the process. Deborah Robberson, Chief Deputy City Attorney, stated the Planning Commission's actions are not final and the Commission's recommendation will be forwarded to City Council for further action for case numbers GPA14-04 and ZON14-06. Deborah Robberson, Chief Deputy City Attorney, said this is final approval by the Planning Commission subject to a written appeal if filed within 15 days for case number PP14-05. OTHER BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR Chairperson Johnston asked if there was any Business from the floor. There was none. PLANNING STAFF REPORT Chairperson Johnston asked if there was a Planning Staff Report. Ms. Perry stated there was none. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Chairperson Johnston called for Comments and Suggestions. There were none. ADJOURNMENT With no further business the meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m. NEXT MEETING: June 4, 2015 7