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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-07-2003 Planning Commission MinutesThe Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Fairhope met Monday, July 7, 2003 at 5:OOPM at the City Administration Building, 161 N. Section St. Present: Larry Green, Chairman; Tim Kant, Dan McCrory, Bob Clark, Dick Charles, Lee Turner, Ed Brinson, Jean Wilson. Christopher Baker, Director of Planning & Zoning, Betty Rivenbark, Secretary. Absent: Bob Gentle The minutes of the June 2, 2003 meeting were duly approved as written on motion by Dick Charles, 2Id by Dan McCrory and unanimously carried. Mr. Baker asked if the commission would consider altering the agenda so Item 13 could be heard first. No one objected. SD03.43 Request of Baldwin County Planning Department for review under 11.52.11 of the Point Clear Trail(Generally located south of the Grand Hotel and terminating at Mullet Point Park) Mr. Baker explained this is another portion of the Eastern Shore Trail 5.5 miles long and will run from the Grand Hotel to Mullet Point. The trail will be 8 feet wide and will be for pedestrians and bicycles. He recommended approval. Cara Stallman of the County spoke outlining the project saying it would run from the Grand Hotel to Mullet Point Park. Greg Smith, an engineer, was also present to answer any questions. They were asked about materials they plan to use and whether or not it would be striped. She answered concrete and the striping was a good suggestion. A motion was made by Dick Charles to approve as recommended by staff. Ed Brinson 2"d the motion and it carried unanimously. Mr. Baker said we needed to set a public hearing date for a revision to the Comprehensive Plan and Subdivision Regulations regarding Jurisdictional Limits and Water and Sewer Provisions. He said he is waiting for legal staff comments and should be able to have the hearing at the September 2"d meeting. He is suggesting that we schedule it for then. Bob Clark moved to set public hearing for that date. Dick Charles 2"d the motion and it carried unanimously. SR03.01 Site Plan Review of the De La Mare Phase 2(Generally located south of DeLaMare Avenue) In his comments Mr. Baker said this is the land of Mac Porter and is land behind the existing new building that fronts on DeLaMare Avenue. He said parking and drainage are the two issues that we need to look at and that he is providing 7 parking spaces with a garage set off of the property line. Further, that Mr. Bassett is looking at handling stormwater management and that he recommended approval subject to the stormwater management negatively impacting adjacent Planning & Zoning Commission July 7, 2003 — Page two property owners. Charlie Bassett addressed the commission saying that the water would run on the north side to DeLaMare Street. The Mayor spoke saying he preferred the water run south to the storm drain in the alley rather than DeLaMare Street. Mr. Baker said he would look into possibility of water running that way. Tim Kant moved to approve subject to staff recommendation. Ed Brinson 2"d motion and it carried unanimously. SR03.02 Site Plan Review Greeno Road Professional Park PUD(Generally located east of US 98, north of Edwards, South of Gayfer Avenue) Mr. Baker said this is plan to construct a building on Lot 4 and that he has an issue with where proposed drive thru is located on side rather than rear. He also said Mr. Dyas might be asking for road signage rather than signs on buildings. Recommendation was to approve subject to staff working with developer at the time of building permit to meet all conditions of the PUD. Mr. Dyas addressed the commission saying there will be a road that runs through the back of the property from Gayfer to Edwards with only one curb cut on Greeno for whole PUD and it will be built first. Larry Green mentioned having barrier that prohibits left turn on Greeno out of this site. Craig said this would be no problem. He said he would like to address signage at a later date but did not agree with Christopher that drive-thru needed to be at back of building because it might cause a stacking problem in the rear. He said everything will be architecturally and aesthetically pleasing and landscaped as directed. Further discussion led to a motion by Bob Clark to approve subject to staff recommendation. Ed Brinson 2"d and motion carried unanimously. SD03.23 Request of Mr. Rogers for clarification on requiring insurance for Silverwood Phase 3. Mr. Baker said this project started in 1999 and due to health reasons has been drawn out. It is now a requirement to have insurance for the project engineer and Mr. Roger's engineer cannot get it because of the length of the project. He refused to sign the plat unless insurance was provided or the commission votes to not require insurance. Lee Turner said everything he said was true and he moved to make exception, give approval. Ed Brinson 2"d the motion and it carried unanimously. SD03.37 Minor Plat of Cross Place(Generally located west of Summit St and south of White Avenue) Mr. Baker said this is the 29,000 sq ft parcel land of Virginia Cross and she is wishing to divide into two parcels zoned R-2. He said that R2 requires 10,500 sq ft and 75 ft width at the setback Planning & Zoning Commission Page three — July 7, 2003 line. As proposed it does meet the square foot requirements however it does not meet the width requirement. He reported he received drainage study and proof of insurance today but has not been able to review it. He recommended denial. Seth Moore represented Ms. Cross. Discussion led to a suggestion to move a stake 9 ft. north and it would make two lots - 75 X 90 without violating the 10 ft. side yard setback. Further discussion led to a motion by Dick Charles to approve subject to relocation of pin, and no violation of side yard requirements. Ed Brinson 2"d the motion Bob Clark asked to amend the motion to say, and drainage being built at time of issuance of building permit, amendment was accepted, with same second and carried unanimously. SD03.38 Minor Plat Brannon Park(Generally located north of US 98 just before the Fish River Bridge at the corner of McKenzie Road) Mr. Baker said this is a 6.54 acre parcel located in the county land of Clarence Burke who is proposing a 5 lot subdivision. Public water is available but there will have to be individual septic systems. Stormwater management design has not taken place as the building footprints and impervious areas have yet to be completed. Permits will have to be issued by the county and they will have to meet county stormwater management requirements. He recommended approval subject to future ROW being shown on the plat. David Diehl of EDS represented the property owner. Discussion led to a motion by Lee Turner to approve subject to meeting stormwater management design and showing future ROW on plat. Dick Charles 2"d and motion carried unanimously. SD03.39 Minor Plat of Johnson Place(Generally located south of Fairhope Avenue west of Ingleside and east of Call Street). Mr. Baker Said this is a 31,000 sq ft parcel of property zoned R2 and that John Bethea wishes to divide into 2 lots. He said he just received the proof of insurance and drainage information today but has not had time to study it. He had recommended denial. Seth Moore was representing Mr. Bethea. Further discussion led to a motion by Bob Clark to approve subject to Christopher Baker's review and required drainage being built at time of building permit issuance. Ed Brinson, 2"d and motion carried unanimously. SD03.40 Minor Plat of Crawford Properties (Generally located north of Fly Creek, west of Main Street 98 on Mobile Bay in Montrose) Mr. Baker said this is a 5.97 acre parcel of property that has frontage on Mobile Bay and Scenic 98 and is zoned R2A in the Baldwin County Zoning District. Mr. Crawford is proposing to create 6 lots, the smallest being 24,688 sq. ft. He pointed out there is a large gully that runs through the middle of the property but all parties are interested in maintaining this and keeping it Planning & Zoning Commission Page four — July 7, 2003 stable. He also stated the drainage is an important issue but the development is not proposing storm water management because of the gully. He said Ray Moore is representing Mr. Crawford and has met with ADEM. Recommendation was to approve subject to septic approval and the use of pervious driveways. Mr. Moore said the gully is in stable condition and they checked it during the 4" rain and there was very little impact. He also said he had Larry Morris of the Conservation Dept. look at and Mr. Morris told him we do not want to detain water in gully but let run out in a sheet flow across property as it is doing now. Mr. Moore said they plan to build 3 berms and have two curb cuts paved with pervious material, one going in and one going out. He said Mr. Crawford plans to live on the property and there will be nothing below the bluff. He said Mr. Crawford does plan to annex at some point in time. Discussion was held and 3 neighbors spoke: one asking who was going to monitor this-ADEM; one citing water problems now; one saying this is very pristine piece of property being disturbed. Dick Charles moved to approve subject to Mr. Baker's recommendations. Ed Brinson 2"d motion and it passed unanimously. SD03.41 Informal Sketch Review of Cyrus Cove(Generally located south of Cty Rd 32 across from the Newton School) Mr. Baker in his comments said this is a 40 acre parcel owned by Fairhope Hatchery located outside the city and is not zoned. One hundred five lots are proposed. He noted double frontage lots are proposed and that the subdivision regulations do not allow this. He said further that the developer has been advised that it may trigger a traffic study and that they would be responsible for improvements required. The proposed lot size is 9100 sq ft which is smaller than allowed and would not meet requirements for water and sewer(minimum is 10,500). He also noted that this was former chicken farm and some soil samples might be needed. Dick Charles presented and read copy of comments he suggested in addition to Mr. Baker's comments(copy in file). David Diehl represented the owner saying they have added another access to Hwy 27, the density has been decreased, 26 units per acre, and their goal is to have upper scale homes for medium income families, 105 lots. A heavy buffer on Hwy 32 was also suggested. SD03.42 Informal Sketch Review of Moorehaven Retirement Village(generally located at the southwest comer of Windmill Road and County Road 27) Mr Baker said this is a three acre parcel owned by Mr. Manifold currently zoned R1. Mr. Bassett represented Mr. Manifold and said that offices and duplexes for retirement are proposed. That this could be transition area, commercial and residential, and include architectural Planning & Zoning Commission Page five — July 7, 2003 style. Mr. Bassett showed a drawing of what proposed, 7 residential units with commercial center. Tim Kant asked about setback in case of 4 lane. Mr. Bassett said that crushed stone is proposed in this area but if 4 laned could move back and screen. SD03.44 Informal Development Review for the redevelopment of Gayfer Park Mobile Home Park(Generally located south of Gayfer Avenue Extension west of Blueberry Lane) Mr. Baker said this property is owned by Kevin Boone. It is in the city and has water and sewer and overhead electric. He said the lot sizes are now approximately 60X130 and Mr. Boone is proposing to redevelop the park to residences but wants to keep the lots the same size because of existing utility services. The streets do not have curb and gutter or sidewalks but he has agreed to install them. Main issues are density and the overhead electric. John Avent was representing Mr. Boone. Several residents of the park were present and expressed that they had not received any notice just word of mouth what proposed and that they don't have money to move trailers if this is true. They were assured that if this moves forward they will have the Planning & Zoning Department notify them of what proposed. Discussion followed and consensus was if proposed, change should meet R2 requirements. SD03.45 Request of Don Boone of Riviera Utilities for review under 11.52.11 for the construction of a new electrical substation on State Hwy 104(generally located south of 104 just east of Greeno Rd) Mr. Baker said the location of the substation is to be on Hwy 104 and is approximately 2.3 acres on Auburn property. His recommendation was to approve. Discussion led to a motion by Dick Charles to approve, 2"d by Dan McCrory motion carried unanimously. Under new business discussion was held and a motion made by Bob Clark to permit scheduling of workshops as needed, on a called meeting basis, and if needed such meeting to take place on the Tuesday before the regular monthly planned meeting at 9:OOAM. Ed Brinson 2"d the motion and it carried unanimously. There being no further business, meeting was duly adjourned at 7:45 PM I-- � Dk, 0. 1 . Betty Ri enbark, Secretary Mgrry —Green, Chairman I 0i1