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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-06-1981 Regular MeetingI II III The Planning $ Zoning Commission of the City of Fairhope, Alabama met April 6, 1981 at 5:00 p.m. at the City Administration Building 387 Fairhope Avenue, Fairhope, Alabama. Those present: Chairman Pierce Frederick; members Cecil Pitman, John Parker, Roy White Harrel Holder, Jack Kirk Mrs. Cindy McBrearty The minutes of the March 2, 1981 meeting were approved on motion by John Parker, seconded by Harrel Holder and unanimously carried. The minutes of the March 9, 1981 meeting were approved on motion by John Parker and seconded by Cindy McBrearty. The first item on the Agenda was the public hearing on the application of Mr. David Walter for a change in zoning from B-3b Tourist Resort Commercial District to B-2 General Business District for the property located on Volanta Avenue. Mr. Walter was not present to present his application. Mr. Frederick asked the general public present if they were for or against this zone change. No one was for, 17 were against. John Parker moved that we accept the consultant recommendations for denial as stated, and pass this recommendation on to the City Council. The recommendations for denial were: a. the requested zoning change is n in keeping with the existing zoning which is B-3b and R-2 Medium Density Single Family Residential District. B-2 could possible have adverse impact on residential property values in the immediate vicinity; b. It is not impossible to find adequate sites within ., City for the intended use; c. The proposed change would create a "spot zone" which is incompatible with existing zoning. Harrel Holder seconded and motion carried. The application of Mrs. Adalade Malone for preliminary and final plat approval of Sunnyside subdivision was discussed. Mr. Frederick mentioned that this consisted of dividing one lot into three in a R-2 zone. Mrs. Malone mentioned that her house was on one lot, the second lot met requirements but the third lot, the lot she wished to build on now did not meet the back yard requirements and the overall footage requirement. It was brought out that this had gone before the Board of Adjustments and a variance was granted on the back yard requirement and overall footage requirement. Mrs. Malone mentioned that she wished to build a small house that she and her husband were getting up in age, that this would cut down on the upkeep of the lot as it is so big now. That the house she would built would be in keeping with the neighborhood. Mr. Pruitt remarked that he did not see how we could grant the application as presented as it was not in compliance with the Zoning Ordinance, the City's Subdivision Regulations and he did not see how the Board of Adjustments $ Appeals had the authority to grant the variance as it was not a subdivision. There was a great deal of discussion between the Commission and the audience, after which time Roy White asked for a recess. The Commission members adjourned with the applicant to discuss the matter. When the Commission reconvened, Roy White made the motion that the subdivision be granted approval provided there are only two lots, one be 84.7 containing 10,866 sq. ft. and the other two combined containing 18,427 sq. ft(also contains the Malone Dwelling). John Parker seconded and motion carried unanimously. Mike Ponder came forward to speak to the Commission members on behalf of the Battles Landing subdivision which he is seeking preliminary approval on. He remarked that there is City sewer and water available. He was asked what zoning had he planned for if/when this is contiguous to the City limits. It was discussed that this met R-3 specifications. Mr. Pruitt's comments were considered. They were:. a.. Submit a revised plat having lots designed which are consistent with the regulations (22,25, and 32 do not comply as these are corner lots). b, Submit a detailed drainage plan including a closed storm drainage system with inlets at appropriate locations c. a letter from city official indicating that the city will furnish the water. Mr. Parker asked what was the status of the land study . Mr. Pruitt remarked that his schedule has been so full that he has not had a chance to get with Mr. Lunsford and do anything. But he could do something the latter part of this week. The possibility of having a special meeting to help with Mr. Ponder's time element was discussed . It was also discussed whether or not this area constituted natural wetlands thereby coming under the jurisdiction of the Corps of Engineers. Mr. Pruitt remarked he had talked with the Corps and that they saw no problem with the subdivision development. That this area is not classified as wetlands. Harrel Holder moved that we set a meeting date when Mr. Ponder has his completed drainage plans, and Don Pruitt and Bob Lunsford have had a time to make their area study. Jack Kirk seconded the 'motion. Further discussion led to Mr. Ponder remarking that a special meeting was not necessary. Mr. Holder then withdrew his motion and John Parker made a motion to continue the application at the next regularly scheduled meeting, May 4, 1981, with the agreement of Mr. Ponder. Cecil Pitman seconded and the motion carried unanimously. The Board voted on motion made by John Parker to extend for sixty days the required recording time for Twin Echo, Covered Bridge Estates and Lot 15C Greeno Park, as this had expired. Cindy McBrearty seconded and motion carried unanimously. The discussion on the Fire Zone District and Mrs. McBrearty's letter and documents was carried over to the next meeting day. There being no further business meeting was duly adjourned,