59-18 1405 & 1505 East Howard Street

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Staff Report 12/6/2018 Agency Comments: The Department of Community Investment offers their favorable recommendation subject to the written commitments listed below. DC1 brought up concerns about the possible envionmental issues from the former landfill near the site. They expect that a homeowners association will be created to handle the maintenance of common drives and amenities. Public Works commented that public infrastructure is in place to support the development without additional public investment. Public Works reiterates DCI's comments about creating a homeowners association for maintenance and a public connection to Fredrickson Park. Commitments: The staff is requesting the following written commitments: I)The buildings fronting Howard Street will have a maximum height of 35 feet and 2 and 1/2 stories;2)A north- south sidewalk will be provided on the west edge of the property with public access to Fredrickson Park on the northwest corner of the project site;and 3)Type B Landscaping will be provided on the east side of the property abutting the drive and parking area. Criteria to be considered in reviewing rezoning requests,per IC 36-7-4-603: I. Comprehensive Plan: Policy Plan: This petition is consistent with City Plan, South Bend Comprehensive Plan(2006), Objective H 1: Ensure that an adequate supply of housing is available to meet the needs, preferences, and financial capabilities of households now an in the future; and Policy H 1.1: Encourage residential developments to contain a mix of housing types,densities, price ranges, and amenities. Land Use Plan: The Future Land Use Plan identifies this area for medium density residential development. Plan Implementation/Other Plans: The Northeast Neighborhood Development Area Plan(2003)designates these properties for single-family home ownership preservation. 2. Current Conditions and Character: The surrounding area has developed as single-family residential with more dense residential developments at the nodes. 3. Most Desirable Use: The most desirable use for the property would be residential development that incorporates the character of the surrounding neighborhood. 4. Conservation of Property Values: Locating the single-family homes along Howard Street will maintain the character with the surrounding neighborhood and should not adversely affect surrounding property values. 5. Responsible Development And Growth: It is responsible development and growth to encourage development that includes a mix of housing types to meet the needs of the community. APC# 2881-18 Page 2 of 3