11-16-2006 Planning Commission Minutes

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1. The property is properly zoned Downtown Mixed Use and is suitable in its natural state for commercial and residential uses as permitted in the DMU zone, as the property currently is being used for residential purposes. 2. There are not any significant natural features, such as steep slopes or wetlands, that would constrain future development on these properties. 3. The two structures located on this property are conforming as they meet all required setbacks and the total impervious falls under the 50%maximum allowed. 4. Each of the lots in the subdivision currently has access to sanitary sewer services. 5. The applicant is not proposing any provisions for water-based recreation as these properties are not adjacent to any water bodies. 6. All lots meet the minimum buildable lot size of 2,250 square feet in the DMU zone, with Tract A being 6,008 square feet and Tract B being 9,016 square feet. 7. All lots meet the minimum lot width of 25 feet, with Tract A being 60.01 feet and Tract B being 90.02 feet, the smallest boundary width on a corner lot. 8. All the lots meet the impervious coverage limit of 50% for the DMU zone, with Tract A currently vacant and Tract B having roughly 15% coverage. 9. The proposed lot layouts are compatible with the existing layout of adjoining properties and the proposed lot lines are parallel and perpendicular to existing lot lines. Future development will not be constrained by the proposed lot layouts. 10. The proposed side lot line is at right angles to the existing road line and the property line of the adjacent property. 11. Both Tract A and B meet the minimum frontage on public right-of-way requirement of 33 feet, each having more than 50 feet. All members voted"aye". Motion carried. APPLICANT: Elizabeth Miller, Cellular One. Applicant requests permission to continue the use of a Temporary Sign. Staff explained the need to extend temporary permit and the applicant's request for an indefinite extension. The Planning Commission stated that the 14-day exempt sign,plus the 60-day extension was more than adequate time to install a permanent sign on the building. No further extension allowed beyond the 60-day extension. OLD BUSINESS: Administrative Fines & Fine Designation on Fee Schedule. Staff pointed out the handout from Chief Braam and explained that a final draft will be submitted in December. Future Road Plan: The City Engineer has not responded to comments regarding conflicts with Comp Plan. Planning Commission Minutes 8 November 16, 2006