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December 4, 2003
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Vice -Chairman Gavaldon pulled Item #6, 300 Smith Street Modification of
Standards, from the consent agenda in order to allow a letter from a neighbor to
be read into the record.
Chairman Torgerson asked if anyone would object to placing Item #11,
Lindenmeier Estates PUD, Final LDGS on the consent agenda.
Vice -Chairman Gavaldon asked to leave Item #11 on the discussion agenda.
Vice -Chairman Gavaldon moved for approval of Consent Items 1, 29 3, 4, 5,
7 and 8. Member Colton seconded the motion. The motion was approved
7-0.
Project: 300 Smith Street, Modification of Standards,
#39-03
Project Description: Request to modify Section 3.5.2(D)(2) of the
Land Use Code to reduce the required setback
along the Olive Street frontage of the property
at 300 Smith Street from 15 feet to 12 feet.
This request is in anticipation of an upcoming
development application to redevelop the site
at 300 Smith Street. The property is in the
NCM — Neighborhood Conservation Medium
Density zone district.
Staff Recommendation: Approval
Hearing Testimony, Written Comments and Other Evidence:
Vice -Chairman Gavaldon asked that the letter in opposition to the project be read
into the record.
City Planner Troy Jones gave a brief presentation of the project, recommending
approval. Planner Jones paraphrased a letter received from a concerned
neighbor. He stated that the neighbor does not agree with the reasons used by
the applicant to justify the modification. The applicant stated the following
reasons: to provide more ample private yard on the south property line, to
provide additional shield from Riverside Drive traffic, and to push the garages
facing Olive Street further back so they are less visible from the street. The letter
argues that the yard space on the south should not be a valid argument for
Council Liaison: Karen Weitkunat
Chairperson: Mikal Torgerson
Vice Chair: Jerry Gavaldon
Staff Liaison: Cameron Gloss
Phone: (W) 416-7435
Phone: (H) 484-2034
Chairperson Torgerson called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m
Roll Call: Meyer, Schmidt, Colton Craig, Carpenter, Gavaldon and
Torgerson.
Staff Present: Gloss, Eckman, Shepard, Olt, Jones, Barkeen, Wamhoff,
Virata, Stringer, Hamdan, Williams.
Director of Current Planning Cameron Gloss reviewed the Consent and
Discussion Agendas:
Consent Agenda:
1.
Minutes of the October 30, 2003 Planning and Zoning Board
Hearing.
2.
Resolution PZ03-11, Easement Dedication.
3.
Resolution PZ03-12, Easement Dedication.
4.
Resolution PZ03-13, Easement Dedication.
5.
Resolution PZ03-14, Easement Vacation.
6. #39-03
300 Smith Street, Modification of Standards.
7. #47-95D
Longview Marketplace, Modification of Standards.
Recommendation to City Council:
8. #33-98A
Eastridge Rezoning.
Discussion
Agenda:
9. #18-03
Kaufman Barn, Adding a Structure to a Property with a Non -
Conforming Use.
10.#29-01A
Paradigm Properties, Overall Development Plan (CONTINUED
TO JANUARY 15, 2004 PER STAFF).
11.#24-94A
Lindenmeier Estates PUD, Final (LDGS).
Recommendation to City Council:
12.#43-02
Trailhead, Annexation and Zoning (CONTINUED TO JANUARY
15, 2004 PER APPLICANT).
Chairman Torgerson acknowledged the final meeting of Member Colton's term.
Vice -Chairman Gavaldon, Member Craig, and Chairman Torgerson stated
appreciation for Member Colton's service.