HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-10-15 Zoning and AnnexationZONING & ANNEXATION AUGUST 10, 2015 3:50 PM
Committee Members Present: Oliver Davis, Valerie Schey (XAB), Henry Davis, Derek Dieter
Citizen Members Present: Ron Okoye
Other Council Present: Tim Scott, Dr. Fred Ferlic, Dr. David Varner, Karen White,
Gavin Ferlic
Others Present: Jack Smith, Chris Fielding, Bob Emery, Larry Magliozzi
Agenda: Bill No. 29 -15 Amend the SBMC Chapter 21
Planned Unit Development Districts
The Zoning and Annexation Committee was called to order to consider bill 29 -15 intended to amend the
City Code in terms of Planned Unit Developments.
All members were present with the exception of Valerie Schey who had been excused for a migraine.
Present as well was the newly appointed member Ron Okoye.
Oliver Davis called upon Larry Magliozzi, the Executive Director of the Area Plan Commission to make
the presentation.
With the help of a handout (attached) Larry explained that the intent of the bill was to simplify and
strengthen the language in the Planned Unit Development (PUD) section of the Zoning Code. He said
the bill would eliminate the need for special exceptions by more clearly delineating what was allowed by
the Code. Larry went on to say a PUD district encourages the imaginative use of open space, promotes
high standards in design and construction, and furthers the purposes of the Comprehensive Plan.
Brief Council questions followed. Henry Davis asked if this change affected labor's status at all. Larry
said not at all. Dr. Varner asked if the changes impacted further development of Eddy Commons. Larry
said it actually facilitates development.
On a motion by Derek Dieter seconded by Oliver Davis and supported by all the bill was forwarded
favorably.
the meeting at 4:04 PM
Zoning & /Annkxatio� Committee
PUD District Redraft Rev. 7/9
1. The language in the INTENT section has been simplified and strengthened:
FROM THIS: The Planned Unit Development (PUD) District is designed and intended to: encourage
creativity and innovation in the design of developments; provide for more efficient use of land; permit special
consideration of property with outstanding natural or topographical features; facilitate use of the most
appropriate construction techniques in the development of land; and, provide for any individual land use not
otherwise specified elsewhere in this Ordinance. The PUD District encourages imaginative uses of open space,
promotes high standards in design and construction, and furthers the purposes of the Comprehensive Plan.
TO THIS:
(1) Establish a compatible and efficient mix of land uses and open space;
(2) Ensure compatibility with the Comprehensive Plan, surrounding developments and future development
needs;
(3) Establish a creative approach in building design through architectural compatibility with adjacent
buildings, general neighborhood design or by creating a unique style;
(4) Achieve flexibility and provide incentives for development that will sustain a wider range of choice in
satisfying the changing needs of the community; and
(5) Provide for any individual land or a combination of land uses not otherwise specified elsewhere in this
Ordinance.
ALSO:
• The PUD District is not intended for the development of residential subdivisions or uses which are
provided for as a matter of right within any district of this Ordinance.
• The need for variances shall not be justification for applying for a PUD District, nor shall a PUD be
requested in lieu of a Special Exception Use.
2. Removed the Area Requirement.
3. Added a requirement that the Concept Plan be filed at least two weeks prior to the filing of a PUD District
ordinance. There is no set timetable in the current ordinance.
4. Re- structured submittal requirements for the Concept Plan, Preliminary Plan and Secondary Approval.
5. Preliminary Plan now has two components:
i. The Ordinance which provides all of the development standards formatted as a "report ";
ii. A site plan.
6. Time line: Ordinance filed with City and County Councils - June 3, 2015
APC public hearing - July 21, 2015
Council public hearings - August 2015
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