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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-01-1974 Regular Meeting (2)_r. El FAIRHOPE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION The Fairhope Planning and Zoning Commission met in regular session Monday, April 1, 19�4 at 5:00 P.M., with the fol- lowing present: Chairman John Parker, members Sam Box, Jack Kirk, Pierce Frederick, Cecil Pitman, Chester Billie, James P. Nix. Minutes of previous regular meeting approved. Mr. Box making Motion and Dr. Frederick Seconded, carried. Case No. S-3-74: Motion by Mr. Pitman, seconded by Mr. Box to grant pre- liminary approval of Rosa Acres Subdivision and final ap- proval subject to Planning Consultants, seven stipulations being met prior to Secretary's signature. Motion carried. Case No. S-4-74: Motion by Mr. Pitman; seconded by Mr. Nix to grant preliminary approval East of Sun Subdivision and recomment final approval upon compliance of five recommendations of Consultant, plus letter from sibdiVider requesting annexation into City. Motion carried. Upon motion, seconded and carried meeting adjourned. SecretaryPro-tam 1 L JAMES P. NIX MAYO!1 MARIM M.00RF! CITY CLCRK 11 P. o. DRAWR 420 1'AIRHOPE. ALABAMA 36532 The Honorable harry D'Olive, Judge Probate Court Baldwin County Bay Minette, Alabama I March 29, 1974 Reference: Acceptance of Plats for Record Dear Judge D'Olive: COUNCILMEN: DAVID C. W HOP HENRY I.; F3ISHOF SAMUIiL E. DOX OLLI6] C. DFESE SARNI;Y l.. SHULL In January, 1972 the city of Fairhope completely revised its subdivision regulations, held a public hearing, and duly published the regulations as required by law. Subsequent to official adoption of these regulations, five copies were sent to your office with a letter of transmittal requesting the assistance and cooperation of the Probate Court in insuring that no further plats 'of land subdivision were accepted by your office for recording in the County Records if the subject plat was within the city of Fairhope or its subdivision jurisdiction extending for five miles outside the corporate limits. unless the appropriate signature of the Secretary of the Fairhope Planning and Zoning Commission is entered on the plat. By authority of State statutes, we are attempting to do a thorough job of administering these regulations. The only means this municipality has to effectively control subdivision is by means of the requirement that: each subdivision be recorded in the County Records prior to the sale of any piece of land.' If land owners proceed to'subdivide land without securing the approval of the Fairhope Planning and Zoning Conunission, the only means we have of Control- ling this practice is through the aid of your office rejecting efforts to record such unapproved plats. At its meeting of March 4, 1974, the Fairhope Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously requested that the Chairman communicate the City's need for more thorough control by the Probate Court in accepting subdivision plats for record within the area of Fairhope's subdivision authority. There are a growing number of cases where this occurrence is taking place and the City does not have the manpower 'and ability to monitor this illegal practice. We humbly enlist the help of your office in insuring that this practice is not carried on. If there are any questions regarding the requested procedure, please contact- me at your earliest- convenience. Sincerely yours,' 1, John S. Parker Chairman, Fairhope Planning and Zoning Commission JSP/ldin cc: Mayor James P. Nix; County Commissioners; Don Pruitt.. I.xecutive Director of Southcr.n Alabl-01a Re�,ior.al Planning Coslnissl THE CITY O'NNS ITS WAILR WORKS. F.l.rC.TRIC DISIVIRUTICVJ E,Yr.TCM, GA!; SYSTE?l /,M) SLWF: RA F. GYSTEM March 6, 1974 Fairhope Planning and Zoning Commission City Hall Fairhope, Alabama 36532 Gentlemen: I wish to commend the Fairhope Planning and Zoning Commission for their dedication in administering to the growth and development of the City of Fairhope. This must be a difficult task and similar to that of an umpire in that every "call" the Commission makes is going to displease somebody. My purpose in writing this letter is to respectfully submit to the Commission several items, which I believe are pertinent to the growth of Fairhope. These are as follows: 1.) Tree Cutting Ordinances In the aftermath of the clear -cutting incident on Mobile Street, I suggest that the Commission not be too hasty in adopting "blanket type" landscaping regulations. It is my opinion that such Ordinances are not in the best interests of the people of Fairhope, but would only tend to further restrict free enterprise and individual freedom. Let us profit from past mistakes and continue to treat such matters on a case by case basis. 2. )13,o::Z(juJ.uu. I propose to the Commission that rathor than soUinq ally typo of landscape Ordinances, a more stringent attitude be adopted toward downgrading of R-1 property. I believe it safe to assume that owners of R-1 areas are apt to be more dedicated toward the upkeep and natural appearance of their individual neighborhoods than residents or developers of R-3 property. 3.) Public Meeting of March 4, 1974 During the above referenced meeting, which reviewed the re- zoning from R-1 to B-1 that property west of Groono Road between 4 Fairhope Planning and Zoning Commission March 6, 1974 Page Two Edwards Avenue and Fairhope Avenue, a distance limit was set on the opposition at 300 feet. I concur that such limitations are necessary, however, I believe that this should equally apply to both sides. As I recall, no such similar restriction was made for those few persons who supported the change. It is also suggested that the Commission adopt a policy requiring the re -zoning applicant to prepare such visual aides, as may be necessary, to fully inform the public of the proposed action and that such plats be made part of the public hearing. In conclusion, I wish to thank the Commission for allowing me to review theses matters, and to petition the Commission to deny any further re -zoning from R-1 those areas north of Fairhope Avenue in the vicinity of Greeno Road. Respectfully su � fitted, Robert D. Palmore (( 769 Edwards Avenue Fairhops, Alabama 36532 RDPAst cos 1Joij()rn1,lo J'lm NJx 'Mayor of P©irhopo Fairhope, Alabama 36532 i City of Fairhope JAMES P. NIX M V �'V�P�AAA4ALAAiJ m"Z&Bav MAYOR Y • P. O. DRAWER 429 0 FAIRHOPE. ALABAMA 36532 MARIE MOORE CITY CLERK March 1, 1974 Mr. Archie M. McMillan Chairman, Baldwin County Commissioners P. 0•. Box 148 Bay Minette, Alabama 36507 COUNCILMEN: DAVID E. BISHOP HENRY O. BISHOP SAMUEL E. BOX OLLIE E. DEESE BARNEY L. SHULL Gentlemen: At the regular meeting of the Fairhope Planning and Zoning Commission held at the City Administration Building Monday afternoon, February 4, 1974, the Chairman of the Commission was requested by unanimous vote to convey the following to the Baldwin County Commissioners: It is strongly encouraged by the nine members of the Fairhope Planning and Zoning Commission that Baldwin County adopt subdivision regulations for all areas of the County outside the corporate limits and the five mile police jurisdiction of the municipalities within the County presently active in regulation of land subdivision. We are of the strong opinion that this action will not only promote enduring and equitable land use practices, but will also assist,municipalities in .their efforts to promote such. It is requested that this Commission be kept informed by the County and its Planning Commission regarding your plans for areas of jurisdiction between the City of Fairhope subdivision regulations which we are presently applying within our police jurisdiction and the contemplated County subdivision regula- tions. Best wishes in your deliberations on County subdivision regulations. If I can be of any service to you or the Planning Commission, please feel free to call on me. Si cerely yours, e.2�P_C%i U ohn S.-Parker Chairman, Fairhope Planning and Zoning Commission JSP/ldm• cc: Mr. George Fuller, Jr. ' Mayor James P. Nix Mr. Donald Pruitt THE CITY OWNS ITS WATER WORKS, ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM. GAS SYSTEM AND SEWERAGE SYSTEM f projections for planning purposes which are applicable to Baldwin County. While they are not given as absolutes, they do appear to be reasonable as base line projections; consequently, they were used in this step-down technique to project the future pop- ulation of the City of Fairhope. Table Population Projections Fairhope 1980-2000 1970 1980 1990 2000 Baldwin County: 59,382 69,000 79,600 93,800 Change: Population 10,294 9,618 10,600 14,200 Percent 21.0 16.2 15.4 17.8 Fairhope: 5,720 6,624 7,642 9,000 Change: Population 862 904 1,018 1,358 Percent 17.7 15.8 15.4 17.8 Source: Developed jointly by the Environmental Protection Agency, Region IV, Center for Business and Economic Research, The Tennessee Valley Authority, The Alabama Regional Planning and Development Districts, and The Alabama Development Office from the OBERS projections prepared for the Water Resources Council by the Office of Business Economics and Economic Research Service, USDA. As the projections in Table indicate, Fairhope's popula- tion should continue to increase although the rate is projected to record a slight decrease from 17.7 percent in 1970 to 15.8 percent and 15.4 percent for 1980 and 1990 respectively before it regains a rate of growth comparable to 1970's by 2000. Method 2. "Least Squares". This is a trend extrapolation method in that it assumes the same forces that have influenced population growth in the past will continue to do so in the future. It is a method that is most useful for short term projec- tions. Because the population projection is based upon past trends which cannot take into account unforeseeable future events, a high degree of reliability is not normally placed on the projec- tion. Applying the "Least Squares" regression equation yields the results shown in the Table below. TABLE Population Projection, 1980-2000 1970 1980 1990 2000 Fairhope 5,720 7,226 8,519 9,812 Using this method produces a projected population of 7,226 by 1980 - up 1,506 persons or 26.3 percent. By 1990, the City's population would increase to a total of 8,519 persons - a change of 18.0 percent from 1980 projection. As indicated, this pro- jection considers past trends. If the community experienced a significant level of in -migration, the projected trend would be substantially altered. Method 3. "Average Absolute Growth". The basic assumptions underlying this method are that the future population level of Fairhope is independent of Baldwin County; that the level of growth experienced in the past (1960-1970) can be expected in the future. ,t t 1 _r Technically, this is a simplistic approach and employs simple arithmetic for Fairhope as follows: 1970 level - 1960 level = growth . year = Average 5,720 - 4,858 = 862 10 86.2 Thus, the "Average Absolute Growth" was 86.2 persons/year. By starting with 5,702 for 1970 and adding 86.2/year, the numbers shown in the table below are easily computed. Table Projected Population, 1980-2000 Fairhope Year Number 1970 5,720 1975 6,151 1980 6,582 1985 7,013 1990 7,444 1995 7,875 2000 8,306 The major weaknesses of this method are its simplistic format and arbitrary assumption. Its strength, and the reason for in- cluding it, is to be used as a rough check on the reasonableness of other projections. A household survey, taken at some time in the near future, would establish the current population, the current "average absolute growth" and by implication, whether this is the same, faster or slower than the 1960-1970 growth. Method 4. "Growth Rate Basis". Basically, the assumptions for Method 3 are applied here; namely, independence from the County and expectation that past growth will continues. The im- portant difference is that this method is based on the rate of growth rather than absolute growth. As previously indicated, Fairhope experienced a 17.7 psr- cent increase in population between 1960 and 1970. The question is: How is this growth rate to be applied? There are two alter- natives: one is to apply the ten-year rate to the 1970 population level and add the product to the 1970 population to yield a 1980 level. This process is repeated to determined the 1990 and 2000 population. Straight line interpolation would yield the 1975 1985 and 1995 levels. The other method is to divide the ten-year rate by 10, producing an annual average rate of 1.77. Starting with 1970 and applying the 1960-1970 average annual rate, the population growth is compounded yearly. Employing either of these methods produces different results which are depicted in the following table. Table Population Projection, 1980-2000 Fairhope B A Compounded Year 10/Year Rate Annual Average 1970 5,720 5,720 1980 6,732 6,812 .1990 7,924 8,260 2000 9,326 9,843 i It appears that a range of this magnitude is reasonable and can be used for planning purposes; but it should be remembered that both results are contained within the 1960-1970 growth rate. Population Outside Corporate Area. As indicated elsewhere, the estimated population residing ouside the corporate area but within the study area boundaries was 1,596 in 1970 and 1,696 persons in 1973. In 1970 persons residing within one to one-half miles of the of the corporate area accounted for approximately 52.0 percent of Census. Tract's 111 total population. Applying this percentage and the "step-down" technique employed in Method 1 yields the following results: Table Population Projections, 1980-2000 Outside Fairhope Corporate Limits Year Number 1980 1,887 1990 2,028 2000 2,288 Summary. Table below represents a summary of the projec- tions discussed previously and Illustration shows these rela- tionships graphically. Table Summary, Population Projections Fairhope: 1980-2000 Method Year 1 2 3 4A 4B 1980 6,624 7,226 6,582 6,732 6,812 1990 7,642 8,519 7,444 7,924 8,260 2000 9,000 9,812 8,306 9,326 9,840 1 � I 4 �f s �Ivl ri Final Projections. Thus far, four sets of numbers have been 1 presented. As discussed in the various methods, any set of num- bers could become a reality since they are all implied by the population growth between 1960 and 1970 or by the County's pro- jected growth. It was necessary to select from the foregoing projections a single set of population estimates upon which future planning activities could be based. The various methods were not pre- sented to confuse the issue rather they were set forth in order to provide a range of parameters in order to provide a basis for continuing review. The "Growth Rate Basis" compounded annually was considered to be the more realistic or which to base the Fairhope population forecast. The estimate of 6,812, 8,260, and 9,840 derived by this method, was therefore adopted as the specific future population on which the comprehensive planning process would proceed. These parameters were chosen not merely because they represent the more optimistic projections, but be- cause they appear to be highly reasonable in view of Fairhope's potential. Using the method described here coupled with the "step-down" ratio employed for the area outside the corporate limits produces a population forecast of 12,128 for the study area in 2000. The population forecasts was also developed in close rela- tion to the historical trend of various economic indications and with projections of future economic activities in the Fairhope, Mobile and Baldwin County area. This further confirmed the reasonableness of the estimated 2000 population. I Projection by Age and Sex. Table shows population projec- tions by age and sex. Inasmuch as these age and sex groupings were made by using 1910 ratio for age groups, utilization of the parameters reflected in the Table should be made with precaution. While the method employed is somewhat questionable, it neverthe-. less presents a view of what could possibly occur in the future based on the past. If an inaccuracy occurs it will likely be found in both absolute numbers and relative percentages. Under 5 5 - 14 15 - 24 25 - 34 35 - 44 45 - 54 55 - 64 i 65/Over Total Table Population Projections by Age & Sex, 1980-2000 Fairhope Male Female 228 250 617 697 472 477 343 406 325 387 358 425 294 395 448 690 3,085 3,727 6,812* 45.3% 54.7% Male Female 277 302 748 845 572 578 415 494 394 470 434 515 356 480 544 836 3,740 4,520 8,260* 45.3% 54.7% *Population Projection, 1980-2000 Male Female 330 360 892 1,006 682 690 495 586 468 560 520 614 425 570 646 996 4,458 5,382 9,840* 45.3% 54.7% The age group 5-14 represents the larger numerical increase in population, while the Under 5 Group is expected to continue to reflect the same relative percentage. This phenomenon is similar to that experienced by the state and nation. In this instance, the birth rate would remain stable over the projection period. The 35-44 age group which recorded a significant drop during the 1960-1970 decade is expected to also stabilize and thus maintain its same relative position over the projection period. It is anticipated that females will continue to outnumber males in all age groups. Additionally, because of the communi- ties ability to attract persons 65 and over, it is expected that this group which is commonly referred to as the "retiree" will continue to increase and represent the same proportion of the total population. s•- Frederick-W. Berens, Inc. 1120 Connecticut Avenue, NW Washington, D. C. 20036 New York Life Insurance Company 51 Madison Avenue. New York, New York 10010 Gentlemen: I hereby certify that the following described real property situated in the City of Fairhope', Baldwin County, Alabama is duly, -legally • and -properly. zoned for', j.quAtiple ,unit apartment buildings, to -wits. t' See Schedule "A" ' ' ' • �Cis�eai�xYaga[�x�7s■cri�ctininat . I further certify that the City of Fairhope, Alabama has approved the plans and specifications of the Jubilee By The Bay Apartment project to be constructed, erected and com- pleted on said real property, including eight two-story brick veneer and frame, air-conditioned apartment buildings, swimming pool, boat dock, recreational building with laundry facilities, together with parking for'178 automobiles which includes 60 covered spaces beneath town houses. Also, I certify further that the entrances and exits to the said apartment project have been approved by the City of Fairhope, Alabama. I further certify that all utilities (water, electric, gas and ) and storm and sanitary sewer drainage facili- ties are available at the above described property.and are adequate' -for and may be utilized by the improvements to be erected on said're.al property or any portion thereof. ' Very truly yours, CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA { T54n�I/��r,,:, By = /. ,' City Clerk. 7 ... ...... ..::.^C-`.:7.�• Y'.+rt^.�'!'1Y7`r"2. �:.. _ ..u....G�..t._.....t- � .: �a y1 .: d'd1...�nK:..::.. .: n . r. .... 7 t � AY JUBILEE —BY —THE — PARCEL Beginning at a point on the west right—of—way of U.S. Highway�98, which point is 3,605.4 feet north of, and 386.8 feet east of, the southwest corner of Section 19, T6S, R2E; thence run N-610-15'—W, 126.2 feet; thenco run N-610-34'—W, 62.8 Peet for a point of B— ninning; thence c htihue N-61 °34'—W, 406 feet to two flat iron bars; thence continue N-610-34'—W, 80 feet, more or leas, to the eastern margin of Mobile Bay; thence run northeasterly along the eastern margin of Mobile Bay, 297 feet, more or less; thence run S-720-47'—E, 8.3 feet, more or less, to an iron axle that is 293.8 feet and bears N-110-09'—E from the two flat iron bars last des— cribed; thence continue S-720-47'—E, 414.52 feet; thence run S-160-23'—W, 95.40 feat; thence run South 159.08 feet; thence run S-490-441--25"—W, 26.21 toot; thence run S-280-26'—W, 103.50 feet to the point of B e4innina, containing 3.5 acres, more or lees. Beginning at a point on, the west right —of -sway of U.S. Highway #98, which point is 30605.4 feet north of and 366.6 feet east of, the southwest corner of Section 19th, T6S, R2E; thence N-61015'—W, 126.2 feet; thence N-61034'—W, 62.6 feet; thence N-28026'—E, 103.50 feet; thence N-49044'25"—E, 26.21 feet; thence north 159.08 feet; thence N-16023'—E, 95.40 feet; thence S-72047'—E, 177.18 feet to the west right—of—way of U.S. #98; thence S-14054'—W, 181.35 feet, and S-13026'—W, 227.7 feet along said right—of—way to the point of Begin,ning, containing 1.50 acres, more or loss: r , u Jubilee by The Bay P.O. Box 505 Fairhopes Alabama Gentlemen& I hereby certify that the following described real property situated in the City of Fairhopei Baldwin Countys Alabama is dulyg legally and properly zoned for multiple unit apartment buildinges to -wits See Schedule "A" I further certify that the City of Fairhope, Alabama has approved the plans and specifications of the Jubilee By The Bay Apartment project to be constructed.. erected and conp- pleted on said real property, including eight two-story brick veneer and frhme, sir -conditioned apartment buildingel, swimming pool,9 boat dock, recreational buildings together with parking for 11.6 automobiles which includes 60 covered spaces beneath tam houses. Also., I certify further that the entrances and exits to the said apartment project have beon approved by the City of Fairhopeg Alabama. I further certify that all utilities (watery electric& gas and telephone) and storm and sanitary sower drainage facili- ties are available at the above described property and are adequate for and may be utilised by the improvements to be erected on said real property or any portion thereof. Very truly yours# CITY OF FAIRHOPEt AUBAIAA BY= City Clerk r Schedule "AN Beginning at a point on the west right-ofway of U.S. Highway #98, which point is 3,605.4 feet north of, and 386.8 feet east of, the southwest corner of Section 19, T6Sj, R2B; thence run N-6lo-151-W, 126.2 feet; thence run N-619-341-W, 62.8 feet for a point of Beginning;thence continue N-61034'-W, 406 feet to two flat iron bate; thence continue N-61° 34' W, 80 feet, more or less, to the eastern margin of Mobile Bay; thence run northeasterly along the eastern margin of Mobile Bay, 297 feet, pore or leas; thence runiS-72° 47'-E, 8.3 feet, more or less, to an iron axle that is 293.8 feet and bears N-320-091-3 from the two flat iron bare last described; thence continue S-720-47'-E, 414.52 feet; thence run S-16° 23= W, 95,40 feet; thence run South 159.08 feet; thence run S.-490-"1-25"-W, 26.21 feet; thence ran S-280-261-W, 103.50 feet to the point of , containing 3.5 acres, more or less. PAR MZ Beginning at a point on the west right-of-way of U.S.Highway #'98, which point in 3,605.4 feet north of and 386.8 feet east of, the southwest corner of Section 19th, T6S, R29; thence N-610-15' W, 126.2 feet; thence N-61o34'-W, 62.8 feet; thence R-28o26'W, 103.50 feet; thence N-49044125"-9, 26.21 feet; thenee..north'159.08 feet; thence 8-16023'-E, 95.40 Teeth; thence S-720471-E, 177.18 feet to the west right-of- way of U.S. #98; thence S-14o54'W, 181.35 feet, and S-13026'-W, 227.7 feet along said right-of-way to the point of Begin-ning., containing 1,50 acres, more or less. r City clerk r,,