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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-03-1992 Planning Commission MinutesM E M O R A N D U M To: Fairhope Planning Commission Meeting of 03 RUGUST 1992 THE HOMESTEAD OF FAIRHOPE - Upon consultation with the City Attorney, I have his opinion that, while the project could likely be pursued as multi -family in the R-5 District existing, a better course of action would be to revise the Planned Unit Provisions of the Zoning Ordinance with respect to general application of the regulations. The developer may then elect to pursue the project under the revised P.U.D. regulations. I have prepared a draft for revision of the P.U.D. section of the Zoning Ordinance, copies of which has been made available to Commission and Council members for their examination and study. I wish to strongly emphasize that, while it will, if adopted, be the basis of review for the Homestead, the document has been written to apply generally to all future planned unit developments. The developer has agreed to withdraw the application for site plan review as presented at the July meeting and to resubmit for approval as a Planned Unit Development under the revised regulations, as they may be adopted. In consideration of the foregoing,- I likewise withdraw the recommendation set out in the July memorandum. SPECIAL ZONING PROVISION PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT SECTION VI of the FAIRHOPE ZONING ORDINANCE revised: This is the scheduled date for a public hearing on the revisions to the Zoning Ordinance relating to planned unit developments. It should be noted that the part of the ordinance relating to Mobile Home Provisions as Class "B" planned unit developments will remain as written with no changes noted in the draft of the revision before you. It may be that the Homestead will wish to present tentative plans to the Commission at the September meeting. It is the opinion of the City Attorney that no action should be taken on the proposal until after final adoption of the amendments by the Council since there can be no assurance of adoption before the fact. I do not anticipate that final adoption can occur earlier than 16 September due to restraints of advertising and Publication requirements. There is, of course, no reason the Commission cannot set a special meeting for such consideration, provided the legal requirements for notice are met. 088-18 This Rev: 10/24/92 14 10/26-29/92 12/1/92 MOSS OAK VILLA - Submittal of Dennis Ledbetter by Fairhope Title and Survey Co. for informal sketch plan review of five lots in R-2 District, former Pedersen property on the north side of Pier Street between South Mobile and Satsuma As shown, the lots fronting Pier Street will not have the minimum width required for R-2. I see no way to rectify this except consider this project as a privately maintained street concept, which will require waivers by the Planning Commission as to lot areas and widths. Considering the peculiar size and shape of the property, the fact that there is no street outlet and the alternatives for development, I believe there is much to recommend consideration of a privately maintained cul-de- sac and approval of the layout subject to the regulations governing private street development, with the necessary waivers granted. HAWTHORNE GLENN - Submittal of Morphy Group Limited for informal sketch plan review for some 88 lots on the FSTC - Hoffren leasehold Development would be accomplished in three phases, with a temporary street serving the first phase entrance. The east 167 feet is excluded from the proposed subdivision. Storm water drainage is a major concern of this proposal. Developer proposes to limit outflow by installing conduit of similar size and grade downstream to that upstream under Morphy Avenue, presumably limiting downstream outflow to that which now occurs. However, it may be necessary to install smaller conduit to the same total opening as upstream in order to avoid undue concentration of outflow. It may also be necessary to install some type of energy dispersing devices downstream to reduce velocity of outflow. Any utilities located in flood plain would require flood proofing in compliance with flood ordinances. Lots 11 through 17 and, particularly, Lots 55 through 60 and Lot 10 could be very adversely affected by raising of floodway levels. Developer should be aware that the issuance of future building permits must include compliance with flood ordinances. Detailed drainage calculations and plans should be submitted if further consideration of this project is desired by developers. 088-18 This Rev: 10/24/92 15 10/26-29/92 12/1/92 WEATHERFORD CROSSING - Submittal of Frank Owen for informal sketch plan review for some 133 lots in five phases of development of patio garden homes on the Hoffren property immediately east of Spring Run Drive The City should carefully consider the divided streets proposed. Such certainly have the potential for good landscaping and beautification, but also impose a greater burden of maintenance. Crossovers should be of sufficient width and radius to accommodate larger vehicles, such as fire and utility vehicles and moving vans and the like. The concept of the master sketch is generally appealing and, within limits of information provided, appears to be viable under existing regulations. Respectfully submitted, Robert Lunsford Planning/Zoning Officer 088-18 This Rev: 10/24/92 16 10/26-29/92 12/1/92 The Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Fairhope met Monday, August 3, 1992 at 5:00 p.m. at the City Administration Building, 161 N. Section Street Present: Chairman Richard Sanderson; members Cindy McBrearty, James P. Nix , William Lucey, Maxwell Killoch, Cecil Pitman, Tim Kant, Jeanette Puckett, Zoning Enforcement Officer Robert Lunsford and Secretary Betty Rivenbark The minutes of the July 6th regular meeting and July 10 special meeting were considered and approved on motion by Maxwell Killoch and seconded by Tim Kant with the secretary correcting minutes of July 10 meeting to show that Mr. Sanderson did not make make the motion. A public hearing was held on a proposed text change to the Zoning Ordinance to create a special zoning district for Planned Unit Developments. Mr. Sanderson commented that the Planning Commission and City Council had met prior to meeting today and discussed this change , he called for any comments from the commission or the audience; there were none. William Lucey moved to recommend approval of Planned Unit Development text change to the City Council for their action. Maxwell Killoch seconded and motion carried unanimously. There were 3 sketch plans to review at this meeting: Moss Oak Villa Bob had made recommendations to the Commission and they had viewed the site this morning. Bob explained that this is a 5 lot subdivision planned for the north side of Pier St. between South Mobile and Satsuma Sts. He said the plan would work if this project is looked at with a privately maintained street concept and waivers granted as to lot requirements. He said that the layout would be subject to the regulations governing private street development. Tim Kant questioned if there was enough room for turn -a -round, would they have to bring garbage to street curb.The developer spoke saying he wished to have garbage be brought to the curb.There being no further problems noted with the plans. It was the feeling of the Commission to have the developer go ahead with plans as presented to them today. Hawthorne Glenn This was submitted by Morphy Group Ltd. some 88 lots on the FSTC/Hoffren leasehold. There are 33 lots in the first phase of the development. Bob had commented that stormwater drainage is a major concern in this development. It was discussed among the commission members and Sam Robinson who lived south of Nichols expressed his concern about the drainage also, saying they had problems now and this extra would only add to an existing problem. Bob said that whatever presented would have to be drawn by professional engineer and have to indicate how they will drain the subdivision. The developer was advised to proceed with plans but told that we will be taking a real hard look at the drainage plans. Weatherford Crossing Frank Owen is the developer of this 133 lot subdivision with 23 lots in the first phase. This is patio garden homes located on the Hoffren property immediately east of Spring Run Drive. He had presented drawings with divided streets and Bob had commented that it is a good concept but the upkeep of the landscape and beautification would also have to be considered. Bob had also commented that crossovers should also be of sufficient width and radius to accommodate larger vehicles. With these comments passed on to the developer he was encouraged to proceed with preliminary plans. Mr. Sanderson commented that we have approved over 560 lots in subdivisions this year. That we are experiencing record growth. The Commission voted to change the October 5th regular meeting date to the 6th due to the organizational meeting of the Fairhope City Council which falls on the first Monday in October. There being no further business, meeting was duly adjourned.