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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-08-2002 Planning Commission MinutesThe Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Fairhope met Monday, October 8, 2002 at S:OOPM at the City Municipal Complex, 161 N. Section Street, in the Council Chambers Present: Dick Charles; Vice -Chairman; Tim Kant, Bob Clark, Lee Turner, Jean Wilson, Ed Brinson, Cecil Christenberry; Erik Cortinas, Building Inspector, Betty Rivenbark, Secretary. Absent: Larry Green, Dan McCrory The minutes of the September 3, 2002 meeting were duly approved with one correction noted on motion by Tim Kant, 2"d by Ed Brinson and unanimously carried. ZCO2.06 Public hearing to consider the request of Bassett Properties for a zoning change from B2 General Business to R-5 Multi Family(Generally on Equality Street north of the nut house) Mr. Cortinas read the recommendation of the Building Department stating that each of the units already built on the property have an office and concern has been expressed about conversion into commercial usage. Therefore, Mr. Bassett is seeking to downzone to R5, no additional units can be built on the property and it is in conformance with the plan. Staff recommendation was to approve. The public hearing was held and 2 gentlemen expressed concern, one calling it spot zoning and the other about parking. A motion was called for and Lee Turner moved to accept staff s recommendation for approval and forward same to City Council. Ed Brinson 2nd the motion and it carried unanimously. S1302.43 Preliminary Plat approval of Pecan Ridge land of Harold Thompson(generally located west of Cty Rd 27, East of 13 and south of Mosley Rd). In Mr. Baker's comments he stated this is a 12.5 acre parcel that was approved in May of 2001 with 30 lots. That they have reduced the subdivision to 28 lots. The plat is consistent with the comprehensive plan. Drainage problems do exist and the project engineer has certified that the proposed subdivision conforms to the new drainage requirements. The project will be using city sewer and city water. Sidewalks will be installed. Approval was recommended subject to satisfactory sewer layout in accordance with water and sewer requirements. Charlie Bassett spoke on behalf of Mr. Thompson saying that they are redoing the project that constructions costs were much more than expected, they are eliminating a cul de sac and adding green space. He said they met with Dan McCrory and came up with putting in a low pressure sewage system. Tim Kant questioned why this was preferable. Mr. Bassett said that there were some problems with access to the system and that they would have to have a 17-18 ft trench thru the subdivision. The problems they had on Hwy 1 were pointed out and Mr. Bassett said that they should not experience these same problems as Hwy 1 was under water. It was also asked would people be notified of the drainage when they purchased lots. Mr. Bassett said they would have minimum floor requirements and also said they are replacing one of the culverts with a concrete arch pipe which should help the flow of water from the area. Further discussion led to a motion by Cecil Christenberry to approve subject to elevation of lots on plat Ed Brinson 2"d the motion and it carried unanimously. Planning & Zoning Commission October 7, 2002 - Page two SD02.44 Replat of Tumble Inn/John Bethea(Generally located east of Church Street between Fairhope Avenue and DelaMare St. Mr. Baker had commented that this is an already built property zoned B2 in the Central Business District that is being divided one parcel into two and is in conformance with the comprehensive plan. Staff recommendation was to approve. Seth Moore was present representing Mr. Bethea. Mayor Kant brought out that a drainage pipe and utility easement run thru this property and will this replat affect it, cut it out? That there have been problems in the past and we had to go in at this place and take care of problems. Mr. Moore said he could locate and place easement on plat. Ed Brinson asked if this had been looked at by the utility superintendents at their monthly meeting. Mr. Cortinas did not know but acknowledged they do meet. Mr. Moore was asked if there would be a problem with continuing this for 30 days in order to clear up any questions. He said no. A motion was made by Bob Clark to table for 30 days. Ed Brinson 2nd the motion and it carried unanimously. S1302.42 Informal Review request of Tom Alonzo of Savannah Gardens(Generally located east of Thompson Hall south of the fire station). Mr. Alonzo and Bill Lane were present and presented a drawing showing a layout of the subdivision and commented about the houses fronting on Thompson Hall Rd. saying they hoped to sell to young families with children and questioned fronting on this busy street. A suggestion was made to turn the houses fronting in the subdivision with an alley. The mayor talked about connectivity and the fact that we are trying to get away from wooden fences fronting on our roads. Bob Clark said we are deviating from our comprehensive plan that it was overwhelmingly adopted by the city. That two issues exist, connectivity and public safety. Further discussion led to a recommendation that they get with Christopher Baker and work these things out. SD02.49 Informal Sketch Plan Review Carlam Killiam,lnc(Generally located east of Cty Rd 27 north of Gayfer Ext) Mr. Killiam had provided a drawing showing a 98 lot subdivision. The size of the lots were discussed, whether or not sidewalks would be required and connectivity to the trailer park. Again, they were referred to talk to Christopher Baker to work things out. SD02.51 Miller's Crossing Phase 2 - Request of David Diehl for extension of approval (Generally located north of Cty Rd 32 just to the east of the Newton School) Mr. Baker had commented that this had been approved on July 13, 1999 however, it has not yet been constructed, nor a final plat submitted. The developer wishes to retain the previous approval, layout and engineering but the subdivision regulations have been revised to better handle stormwater. Staff recommendation was to deny this request. Lee Turner moved to accept staff recommendation and deny. Ed Brinson 2nd the motion and it carried unanimously. Planning & Zoning Commission October 7, 2002 - Page three A report by the nominating committee was given and a recommendation and motion was made to reappoint Larry Green as Chairman and Dick Charles as Vice -Chairman. Bob Clark 2"d the motion and it carried unanimously. There being no further business, meeting was duly adjourned at 6:03PM Wingirman c LOU Secretary