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THE FAIRHOPE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Minutes for meeting May 2, 1977
The Fairhope Planning.and Zoning Commission met in regular session on
Monday, May 2, 7977. at 5:00 P.M., at the Clty Administration Building,
387 Fairhope Avenue, Fairhope, Alabama.
The following members were present: Chairman John S. Parker;
Members: Sam E. Box, Chester Billie, E.J. Kirk, Leona Newman, Mayor James
P. Nix, Mr Cecil Pitman and Dr. Pierce Fredricks.
Members absent: Mr. 11arford- Field -and Secretary, Lvnn Adams. rir.. Jeff Blood
represented the South Alabama Regional Planning Commission in fir. Pruitt's abseLe.
Vice -Chairman Leona Newman called meeting to order. `
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The minutes of the Apra 9 Presented and approved with
the clarification of Section XI, topic 1, stating:
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Upgrading the Zoning Ordinance to clarify the building
inspection and building permit issuance reference to
Planning Commission.involvement."
Chairman John S. Parker arrived and presided over the remainder of the
meeting.
The first item brought before the Commission was the subdivision
application of zne Fairhope Single Ta,& Corpor-at i or, for Preliminary and
Final Plat approval of an acreage parcel into two (2) lots; situated in
NW 4 of SW 4 of SW 4 of Section 14 of Township 6 South, Range 2 East;
located on the east side of Baldwin Couty Highway 27 approximately 4 miles
east of the City of Fairhope.
The proposed subdivision is comprised of subdividing an acreage
parcel containing 9.5 acres more or less into two (2) relatively yarge
lots. Proposed Lot 1 has a single-family dwelling together with three
utility buildings. Subsequent to being subdivided this lot will contain
approximately 3.5 acres. It is currently served with a septic tank
system which adequately functions. Proposed Lot 2 will contain approximately
7.15 acres. At present, the leaseholder (William F. Joseph) has no plans
to construct any improvements on this parcel. Moreover, no additional
utilities are planned or needed; and according to the engineer the
terrain is flat and has no significant drainage problems.
Mrs. Rockwell was present to represent the application for the
Single Tax Corporation.
After discussion Mayor James P. Nix moved to grant Preliminary
Apporval subject to clearance of septic tank system. Seconded by E.J.
Kirk. Motion carried. Dr Pierce Fredricks was ask to oversee the procurement
of County Health septic certificate nrior to si.-nin,g plat.
The next item to be brought before the Commission was the application
for a Building Permit of Eastern Shore Art Association for an addition
to the existing building located at the northeast corner of Section and
Oak Streets. The proposed new addition is in violation of Article IV,
Section 4.14, Subsection ,4.141 (b) (2): Side Yards: Each Lot shall have
a side yard of a minimum of 35 feet on each side.In this instance, the
southwest corner of the proposed addition is situated 20 feet from the side
property line, while the northwest corner is situated approximately 26 feet
from the side property line.
After discussion concerning sight distance, possible re-routinig-
of traffic; one ingress - one egress and possible re -landscaping of
parking lot, Mayor James P, Nix moved to grant the Eastern Shore Art
Association the building permit provided they get approval of the Board
of Adjustments on the side yard variance. Seconded by Cecil Pitman.
Motion carried.
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FAIRHOPE PALNNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Minutes for meeting May 2, 1977
The third item brought before the Commission was informal diSCUSSibn
of the First Southern Federal Savings and Loan Association n]ans for
development of property located on Greeno Road.
The building site is composed of three (3) 50 feet frontage lots
by 149' depth, located on'the west side of Greeno Road, q lots youth
of First National Bank's Branch. Following discussions concerning
Road Right -of -Way, Utility easement, creation of service road to
alleviate road congestion, reduction of safety hazards of a single
ingress and egress instead of multiple,landscaping requirements, and
a possible building setback, the Commission proposed to compose a
letter explaining the situation and send this to the surrounding
property owners ( Montgomery, Coleman, Todd, Mastin, Allegri) and
invite interested parties to attend .the Commissions next meeting
on June 6, 1977.
The next item brought before the Commission was the review and discussion
Of amendments to the zoning ordinance proposed by Mr. Hartford Field.
Mayor James P. Nix moved to table the review until Don Pruitt and Mr.
Field were present. Seconded by Leona Newman. Motion carried.
Leona Newman asked if any members of the Commission had been consulted
about the migrant housing conditions located behind Gulf Farms. Mayor
James P. Nix informed the Commission that he had investigated the
situation with T. Brazil and that Gulf Farms were in complete legality
with the Zoning Ordinances. Also, that T. Brazil assured him that the
living conditions would be kept neat and in order.
Mr John Parker offered the Commission's assistance reference a possible
Tree Commission of the City of Fairhope.
There being no further business on a motion duly made, seconded and
carried the meeting adjourned.
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BY:
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Respectfully submitted,
Marii E. Ziegler
,.,7 Fairhope Planning Commission
Chairman,.
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