HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-12-12 Zoning & Annexation Committee ZONING AND ANNEXATION COMMITTEE NOVEMBER 12,2012
3:30 P.M.
Committee Members Present: Oliver Davis, Dr. Fred Ferlic, Dr. David Varner
Gavin Ferlic
Other Council Present: Tim Scott, Henry Davis, Karen White
Others Present: Tony Zappia, Mike Danch, Gayle Brodie, Charlotte Bridges,
Herbert Miller, Christa Nayder, Mayor Pete, Kathryn Roos, Wendell Johnson, Greg &
Marcia Boland, Mike Lipsky, Manuel Villegas, Pat Lynch, Gary Gilot
Agenda: Bill No. 38-12—Rezone/Special Exception 3529 Western
Bill No. 48-12—Rezone 6420 U.S. 31 S. Washington
Bill No. 50-12—Rezone/Special Exception 2222 W. Washington
Bill No. 51-12—Rezone/Special Exception 1247 Campeau
Chairperson Oliver Davis called the Zoning&Annexation Committee meeting in order
to discuss 4 bills.
The first bill 38-12 is a petition to rezone and ask for a special exception for a"Munchie
Mart/Gas Station" at 3529 Western. Christa Nayder reported the parameters of the
requested allowances as heard before the Area Plan Commission. Christa said while
there were three residents nearby the location who spoke against the APC recommended
the requests favorably. Tony Zappia and Mike Danch representing the petitioner made a
case for approval. Neighborhood residents Gayle Brodie, Charlotte Bridges, and Herbert
Miller each raised concerns about the nefarious activity that seems to go along with this
type of business. Turning to the Council, Oliver called upon Councilmember, in turn, to
express their feelings. Tim Scott hoped a win/coin situation could be crafted to both help
the investor and the neighbors. Karen White questioned the "long-range"plan for the
corridor wonder if the type of store fit the vision. Henry Davis took issue with a lack of
development efforts in the corridors by the City. He said these areas were not"bad
areas"; but challenged areas where enforcement needs to be stepped-up. At this point,
Tony Zappia, on behalf of the petitioner, asked for a continuance until November 26,
2012, Oliver Davis agreed; but said a meeting to reach an agreement acceptable to all be
scheduled for Monday,November 19, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. at the Charles Black Center.
Gavin Ferlic made that request as a motion. David Varner seconded. All supported.
That meeting set, Oliver Davis moved to Bill 48-12. This was a request for a change in
zoning to allow the relocation of a gift shop from a southside location impacted by the
U.S. 31 re-construction to 6420 U.S. 31 S a current residential property. Christa Nayder
reported that the APC gave the petition a unanimous favorable recommendation and that
there were no remonstrances. Greg and Marcia Boland, owners of the Chickadees gift
shop a long-time Southside business explained the reasons for the re-location and need
for the rezoning. In short order David Varner motioned the bill be sent favorably, Gavin
Ferlic seconded and all affirmed.
The next bill for consideration, 50-12, was a request for a rezoning as well as a special
exception for 2222 W. Washington. Christa Nayder explained the need for Council
action reported that the APC recommended favorably on both petitions. Both the owner
Manual Villegas and his attorney Mike Lipski briefly described the project which Mr.
Villegas hoped would convert a vacant building into an indoor/outdoor soccer facility as
well as a rentable banquet facility. Derek Dieter raised some concern about potential
problems at a banquet venue especially where alcohol was served. In the end he and all
others supported a motion by David Varner and a second by Gavin Ferlic that the bill go
favorably.
The last item for consideration Bill No. 51-12 would allow the construction of a group
home by the Logan Center at 1243-1247 Campeau. Christa Nayder explained the need
for the rezoning and special exception. She also reported the BZA ruled favorably on
both. Pat Lynch, the architect for the home reported the positive support of the NNRO
and surrounding neighbors who spoke at the BZA hearing. Fred Ferlic moved and Gavin
Ferlic seconded a motion to send favorably which all supported. Under miscellaneous,
Oliver asked for an update on the relocation of U.S. 31 S.
There being no further business to come before the Council at this time, Chairperson
Oliver Davis adjou 1 -1 the meeting at 4:35 p.m.
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