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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-03-1975 Regular MeetingI II THE FAIRHOPE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSI01-4 Minutes for Meeting November 3, 1975 The Fairhope Planning and Zoning Commission met in regular session on Monday, November 3, 1975 at 5:00 P.M., at the City Administration Building, 387 Fairhope Avenue, Fairhope, Alabama with Chairman John Parker presiding. The following members were present: Mayor James P. Nix, Mr. Harford Field, Mr. Cecil Pitman, Mr. Ray Gibson, Mr. Barney Shull, Mr. Jack Kirk, and Dr. Pierce Fredrick. Member Chester Billie was absent from the meeting. The minutes of the October 6, 1975 meeting were approved as recorded. The first item brought up was the resubdividing of one ( 1 ) lot of Mr. Matt Dial in the subdivision at Gayfer and Blue Island, that being the one ( 1 ) lot at the southwest corner. Mayor Nix moved to authorize the signing of the resubdividing of the one lot. Mr. Harford Field seconded the motion. Motion Carried. The application of Mr. J. Russell Kilgore for a change in zoning from R-2 Medium Density Singlp Family Residential District to R-4 High Density Dwelling Residential District for the property identified as an acreage parcel; located on the west aide of Section Street at the northwest corner of Section and Pecan Streets was pre- sented. The applicants proposal was to construct a townhouse type development having 52 units. This being the date set for public hearing on Mr. Kilgore's request for rezoning, several property owners within 300 feet of Mr. Kilgore's property were present at the meeting. After Mr. Kilgore explained his tentative plans to the members of the Planning Commission, the meeting was turned over to the public for questioning. Several adjacent property owners were concerned as to whether or not a fence would be erected around this property. Mr. Kilgore said that a fence would be erected and that the area would be landscaped in such a way as to enhance the property. After other questions ranging from the traffic situation to the type of residents who would occupy the apartments Chairman Parker asked for a show of hands by all people within 300 feet of Mr. Kilgore's property. The vote showed that seven ( 7 ) of the property owners within 300 feet were in favor of granting the change in zoning and five ( 5 ) were op- posed. Chairman Parker than asked for a show of hands of all people pre- sent , not just the ones within 300 feet of the property who were in favor or opposed to Mr. Kilgore's property being rezoned. Again, those in favor outnumbered those opposed. Mr. Harford Field asked Mr. Kilgore if there was a possibility that having his property zoned R-3 instead of R-4 would meet his require- ments, and at the same time would allow for a less dense development. Mr. Kilgore said that if there was a possibility that R-4 would not be approved, that he would be satisfied with a change in zone to R-3. Mayor James P. Nix moved to deny the request of Mr. J. Russell..Kilgore for a change in zoning from R-2 to R-4. Mr. Ray Gibson seconded the motion. Motion Carried. Mr. Harford Field moved to approve a change in zone for Mr. J. Russell Kilgore's property From R-2 to R-3. The motion died.for l?ck of a, second. III IV V -2- The continued application of Mr. A.M. Gates for a preliminary and final plat approval of Fairwood Subdivision No.-18; a subdivision of acreage into eleven ( 11 ) lots; located at Wilfred Street extended to an intersect with Kurlane Street was presented. Mr. Gates Application was continued for the applicant to provide the following: 1. A preliminary plat of the entire acreage of Fairwood Subdivision showing all streets and lots. 2. A preliminary plat having contours at five ( 5) feet intervals. 3. A vicinity map showing the proposed•location of the subdivision. 4. A metes and Bounds description of subdivision which incorporates Section;xownsh£p) and Range. 5. A graphic scale. 6.' Location, Purpose and dimensions of proposed.easements. 7:'Plans of proposed utility easements. Mayor James P. Nix made a motion to give preliminary approval of the eleven ( 11 ) lots , with final approval subject to the following: 1. Submitting the appropriate certificates relative to certification of the approval of water and sewerage systems as indicated by the subdivision regulations. 2. The applicant posting a performance bond to assure the installation of street improvements and utilities. Mr. Barney Shull seconded the motion. Motion Carried. Mr. Mike Ford was present at the meeting to informally discuss the dividing of acreage into lots. Due to the absence of some determined plans the Planning Commission was unable to advise on the division of the acreage at this time. The application of Mr. Robert Dade for preliminary and final plat approval of Oakwood Park Subdivision, Unit Two•; a survey and subdivision of approximately 1.5 acres into one ( 1 ) lot; located on the south side of Greenwood Avenue ( Extended approximately 150 feet west of the " T " intersection of Greenwood Avenue and Myrtle Street, was presented. Mayor James P. Nix made a motion to approve Mr. Dades application for preliminary and final plat approval subject to the following: 1. The contour lines and proposed location of the dwelling being deleted and not appearing on the final plat. 2. The final plat having the appropriate front set back line shown. I 3. Either installing the required improvements or posting of bond for the installation of same. Further the applicant should realize that before considering the sub- dividing of additional lots as they relate to the master plan, he will be required to submit a preliminary plat in compliance with the Subdivision Regulations for the Commission's review and approval. Mr. Cecil Pitman seconded the motion. All'.members-.voted in favor of approval except Mr. Harford Field who was opposed. Motion Carried. r A S W -3- VI The application of Ack Moore,encyineering agent for 1•Ir., run-, for Preliminary and Final. plat approval of a subdivision of acreage into two lots, located on the north side of North Street at the intersection of Summit Street,was presented. Mr. Parford Field made a motion to grant preliminary and final. plat approval of. Mr.. Bung's application for re -subdivision of land, and also authorizing the Building Inspector to grant a building permit if the lots and building positions are situated the way it is stated in Mr. Bunry's application. Mr. Barney Shull seconded the motion. Motion Carried. VII 11r. Jack Younkers was present at the meeting to discuss his contention of an urgent need for housing for the elderly in the Fairhope area. Mr. Fred hood, Architect, was also present. 'Mr. Younkers said that he had looked for several locations in the Fair - hope area for this project, and at present had three sites under consideration. Mr. Younkers said that the project would be designed after the Twin Towers in Mobile, with Mr. Wood, the Architect who designed the Tiro Towers, to do the designing for this project as well. Mr. Younkers stated that the program would be very comprehensive, allowing for recreation, transportation and a food program. lie. further stated that he had the support of Saint James Church as far as providing counseling, visitation, and volunteer work. Mr. Earford Field asked 1Ir. Younkers if he had considered an area on Greeno Road which would be close to shopping centers and the medical clinic, a.11_owino for the Maximum convenience for the elderly. Mr. Younkers said that he would check further into possible loca- tions for this project which would hive maximum convenience to the elderly. It was the general consensus of: the Planning Commission that a need for housing for the elderly did exist in the Fa_irhoi')e area, but should not be located in the proposed Bon Secour-Rosa. Avenue area presently R--2. A requested endorsement by Mr. Younkers of the need for government subsidized housing for the elderly was not felt justified by the Commission. VIII 1-Ir. Carlton b?iemeyer presented several. plans for subdivision applications for iilfornal. discussion. _4r. Niemeyer said that there was an acreage on. the north cast corner of Oherf: and `�Iosely Road on which he would file preliminary application before the next Planning Commission meeting, for subdivision. His planwas contested as to public right -of -,Tay r.equi.renients. ;Ir. 'Jietneyer also said that there was an acreage of three and a half acres near the e-it of Grand and Ingleside which had been previously approved. TT.ovever, the new zoning ordinance has altered the requirements of r--3 making his previous plans not in accordance with the new zoning ordinance. fir. Niemeyer said that lie would sub- mit an application on this acr.ea`e for the next Comi;ii.ss:ion meeting, whereby, tie would try to resubdivide in order to meet the new zoning; requirements, or that he ,,iould seek nermission to proceed with the e:;:isti.n subdivision lot sizes from the Board of 9.oni_nR Adjnsti:ients. Ir. i ietre,Ter. also said that the })Vas property would be presented agni.n as the sa�ie original_ plan with some variation,. There being no further business to come before the Planning Commission, the meeting was adjourned. Anprove.c C omm i S S.Wno 1975 r) C airman Respectful�lyy suhtr-titted, ynn Adams Secretary Fairhope rl.annin�- Commission