54-17 Rezoning for Property at 3333 Kenmore

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Staff Report 10/6/2017 curb cut, lighting, and overall improvements to the site. Development of the site requires City approval of a Drainage Plan and meets the requirement to store all runoff from developed areas on site, along with compliance with the City's Downspout Disconnection Program. The approaches shown at the truck entrance near solvent storage tanks will need to be reviewed by the Engineering Department via the curb cut application process. The Department of Community Investment(DCI) offers a favorable recommendation subject to the suggestions provided below. Properties along Nimtz Parkway feature a high landscape character and above average building design; these comments seek to preserve that character. DCI recommends the following: Tanks, storage areas, and similar features should not be located in front yards; Any new gas house/charging area placed in a front yard should be built in a manner and with materials that complement the existing building's architecture; The lot should be heavily landscaped, even to exceed ordinance standards, especially along the Nimtz frontage. To the degree permitted by existing space and business operations, all parking areas and outdoor tanks and storage areas should be landscaped screened. Any fencing visible from the Nimtz or Kenmore street frontages should be of a decorative style (not chain-link). The Airport authority noted that future expansion will require completion of FAA Form 7460 to ensure the planned height of the facility is not a concern. Additionally, exterior lighting of this facility must also be considered so as to not cause any issues with arriving and departing aircraft. The Building Department had the following comments: Any additions to existing building must meet the Airport Economic Area guidelines for architecture materials and finishes on new buildings or additions including at least 1/3 of building facade to be covered with masonry wainscoting. A request for an alternative covering for an interim period to accommodate an easier tie-in on the West side between Phase I and Phase II or for the finishing of Phase II will require a Design Appeal and Approval. Commitments: The petitioner is not proposing any written commitments. Criteria to be considered in reviewing rezoning requests, per IC 36-7-4-603: 1. Comprehensive Plan: Policy Plan: The petition is consistent with City Plan, South Bend Comprehensive Plan,November, 2006), Objective ED2: Retain existing businesses and recruit new ones. Land Use Plan: The future land use map identifies this area as light industrial. Plan Implementation/Other Plans: There are no other plans in effect for this area. 2. Current Conditions and Character: The properties along Nimtz Parkway and Kenmore have developed as light industrial uses. APC# 2840-17 Page 2 of 4