Planning and Zoning Commission Monday, November 5, 2018 7:30 PM Library Auditorium 7401 E. Civic Circle ----- Minutes ----- I. Call to Order Chairperson Zurcher called the November 5, 2018, public hearing meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission to order at 7:30 p.m. II. Invocation Invocation was given by Commissioner Roberts. III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Attendance Chairperson Zurcher asked for roll call attendance to be taken. Members present: Chairperson Zurcher, Vice-Chairperson Renken, Commissioner Roberts, Commissioner Yeater, Commissioner Duskey and Commissioner Rutherford. Staff Present: Joe Scott, Planner; Richard Parker, Community Development Director; Kristi Jones, Administrative Support II and Vikie Anderson, Administrative Supervisor. V. Approval of Minutes Chairperson Zurcher asked if the Commission had amendments to the minutes from the October 8, 2018, meeting. No revisions were submitted; thus, Chairperson Zurcher called for a motion to approve the minutes. Vice- Chairperson Renken made the MOTION, seconded by Commissioner Yeater, to approve the minutes from the October 8, 2018 Planning Commission meeting. Commission members voted as follows: Chairperson Zurcher YES, Vice-Chairperson Renken YES, Commissioner Duskey YES, Commissioner Roberts YES, Commissioner Rutherford YES, Commissioner Yeater YES. VI. Announcements Chairperson Zurcher announced that Commissioner Cherie Dreves tendered her resignation and thanked her for her years of dedication to the Commission. VII. Public Hearing Items 1. GPA18-003/ZMC18-008. A request by Jake Investments, LLC, for a minor General Plan Amendment from Medium-High Density Residential to Regional-Commercial, along with a Zoning Map Change from R2-4 (Residential; Multiple Dwelling Units) to P1 (Parking) on 1
vacant Lot 6742 in Unit 16 in order to develop additional parking in conjunction with the adjacent commercial use. Located at 5941 N. Prairie Ln. Joe Scott, Planner, stated that all three (3) applications (GPA18-003, ZMC18-008, RP18-007) will be presented together; however, a separate motion is required for each with one added condition of approval for the Zoning Map Change (ZMC18-008). Mr. Scott reported that the subject Lot 7642 located in Unit 16 is vacant and in the FEMA Floodplain. Property to the north is also vacant and in the Floodplain. All of the adjacent property currently zoned P1 (Parking) was approved by Ordinances 428 and 507 in 1997 and 2001, respectively. The existing P1 (Parking) area is also in the Floodplain and is used for parking of vehicles in conjunction with the existing Yavapai Mechanical business and buildings on the adjacent property to the south is zoned C3 (Commercial; Minor Industrial) which was rezoned by Ordinance No. 227 in 1990. All the lots comprising the current P1 (Parking), and C3, were combined by a by Reversionary Plat (RP02-008) approved July 11, 2002 and recorded July 31, 2002 in Bk 45/Pg. 54 of Maps and Plats, creating new Lot 6741A. Mr. Scott noted that the intent is to now Rezone Lot 6742 to P1 (Parking) and combine it with the larger Lot 6741A with a new Reversionary Plat (RP18-07). Further, Mr. Scott stated that most all of the northerly portion of Unit 16 zoned R2 is undeveloped because of impacts from the FEMA Floodplain, and the Town policy is to not allow development and connection to the Town sewer system within the Floodplain but to allow parking on Floodplain when used in conjunction with an adjacent primary commercial use. Mr. Scott noted that the applicant conducted a Neighborhood meeting on October 11, 2018 regarding the request for a General Plan Amendment and a related request for a Zoning Map Change and Reversionary Plat. It was reported that one other person attended the meeting and had no objection to the requests. In closing, Mr. Scott remarked that the Planning and Zoning Commission and Town Council have supported commercial rezoning of the few R2 lots in Unit 16 that are not in the Floodplain, or to P1 (Parking) District when impacted by the Floodplain but used in conjunction for parking and storage with an adjacent primary commercial use. Mr. Scott stated that Staff supports GPA18-003, ZMC18-008 and RP18-007 and recommends approval of each by separate motion. Chairperson Zurcher opened the item to questions or comments from the Commission. There were no further questions or comments from the Commission or the public related to the item; therefore, Chairperson Zurcher called for a motion. Action GPA18-003 2
Vice-Chairperson Renken moved to approve GPA18-003 as submitted and forward to the Town Council for approval. Commissioner Rutherford seconded the motion. Action ZMC18-008 Commissioner Roberts moved to approve ZMC18-008 as submitted with one condition and forward to the Town Council for approval. a. All development shall be in conformance with all Town Code Requirements, including screening and lighting requirements of Articles 13-26 and 13-26a. Vice-Chairperson Renken seconded the motion. VIII. Action Items: 1. RP18-007. Upon the application of Jake Investments, LLC, a request for a Reversionary Plat in order to combine Prescott Valley Unit 16, Lot 6742 with previously combined Lot 6741A located at 5860 N. Fulton Dr. Action RP18-007 Commissioner Yeater moved to approve RP18-007 as submitted and forward to the Town Council for approval. Commissioner Roberts seconded the motion. VIII. Call to the Public Rob Esson, Pronghorn Ranch resident, HOA Committee, addressed the Commission. Mr. Esson had numerous concerns related to the multi-family rezoning and the General Plan Amendment classification of a Minor amendment. Mr. Esson strongly believes the application should be a Major General Plan Amendment, and he stated a letter was sent to the Town and Commission members requesting time to present their arguments as such. He noted that a formal response to the request would be welcomed including reasons why the Commission would refuse to listen to opposing argument. Mr. Esson remarked that Councilman Richard Anderson stated at the October 28, 2018 meeting that everyone is 3
allowed to have their say and they are getting it. He is asking that their request to present their argument be honored. Dennis Royalty, Pronghorn Ranch resident, addressed the Commission. Mr. Royalty stated he signed a petition opposing the development. He believes the safety and quality of life will drastically change with higher density development given there is limited access in and out of the neighborhood. He made reference to the Viewpoint fire only 2 evacuations available, and also had concerns regarding the water supply. Linda Mast, Pronghorn Ranch resident, addressed the Commission. She stated that they recently moved here from Chicago where she served on the Planning Commission. Ms. Mast commented that the General Plan 2025 is just five (5) years old and very current and relevant. She remarked that it is the duty of Commission to use the General Plan as a guiding principal for community development. Although, she doesn t think Mr. Maguire s plans are outlandish, she believes it is not consistent with the General Plan 2025. Glen Brower, Pronghorn Ranch resident, addressed the Commission. Mr. Brower made comments regarding the current payments by Pronghorn residents into the CFD and if a new development would have anything similar. Giffird Rodine, 8025 N Sage Vista, addressed the Commission. Mr. Rodine conducted his own survey of Viewpoint residents to find out what they would want in regards to multifamily housing and summarized in a report. Mr. Rodine read the report. The petition read as follows: We are requesting that the Planning and Zoning Commission as well as the Town Council change the zoning of the undeveloped areas of Pronghorn and Viewpoint as well as all town land between those subdivisions and north of highway 89A to singlefamily housing designations, R1L-10 PAD. He noted that 276 respondents were recorded with 246 home owners against any form of multi-family development in the area described in the petition. He requested his report be forwarded to the Planning Commission members. Steve Schwartz, Pronghorn resident, addressed the Commission. Mr. Schwartz is concerned with increased traffic, as well as the developer s commitment to build what was proposed and not make drastic changes once the rezoning occurs. Sharon Skowronek, Viewpoint resident, addressed the Commission. Ms. Skowronek s major concern is the increase in traffic and limited emergency exits. Pam Van Driel, Pronghorn resident, addressed the Commission. Her principal concern is the traffic, specifically the intersection at Pronghorn Ranch Pkwy and Antelope Meadows Drive. Bart Schottsman, Pronghorn resident, addressed the Commission. Mr. Schottsman s concern includes traffic, fire hazard and water consumption. Karen Crusler, Pronghorn Ranch resident, addressed the Commission. Ms. Crusler stated 4
she lives on Clear Sky Trl. directly behind the proposed development area. She questioned if schools were considered in the equation for the increased number of residents with children. Also stated she doesn t want her views obscured with a grocery store or multifamily buildings prefers to keep views as is. Doug Heydon, resident, addressed the Commission. Mr. Heydon commented that the commercial area entrance and exits are a concern for him. Kathy Allen, Pronghorn Ranch resident, addressed the Commission. Ms. Allen questioned how the 100- year water supply applies to multi-family dwellings. Traffic is also an issue with regard to the exit points onto Pronghorn Parkway at the NE section. Richard Gilmore, Pronghorn Ranch resident, addressed the Commission. Mr. Gilmore s concern was the decrease in property values. Edward Jennings, Pronghorn Ranch resident, addressed the Commission. Mr. Jennings stated he has lived there for five (5) years, and his concerns are traffic and changing the semi-rural environment doesn t want to resemble Phoenix. Mr. Jennings feels four (4) lanes will not be adequate for increased traffic flow including school buses. Chairperson Zurcher called for further public comment on any of the issues addressed. IX. Adjournment There was no further public comment related to any item presented during this meeting; therefore, Chairperson Zurcher called for a motion for adjournment. Commissioner Roberts made the MOTION, seconded by Commissioner Duskey to adjourn by voice call vote. Commission members voted as follows: Chairperson Zurcher YES, The November 5, 2018, meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission adjourned at 8:25 p.m. Chairperson Zurcher 5