7.5. SR 07-18-2016 - Laserfiche WebLink

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Utilities The property is located in the Urban Service District. Although the plat does not require city services, all permitted and conditional uses in the commercial district require city services. Connection is required for future approvals. Park Dedication On June 8, 2016, the Parks and Recreation Commission reviewed the preliminary plat and recommend that park dedication be satisfied in the form of cash. Additionally, a 30 -foot trail easement was recommended by staff and Planning Commission to be provided on the south end of the property along the rail line in Oudot A. Right of Way Encroachment The proposed parking encroaches on existing street right-of-way between approximately 3 feet on the north end and 6 feet on the south end (see Easement Vacation Diagram). City ordinance requires a 10 -ft property line setback for all parking and drive areas. When the area was initially platted, the triangular parcel was not included, which left a unique remnant of property due to the alignment of Zane St. To accommodate the proposed parking, a street vacation will be required to allow the proposed parking to comply with city code. This will also establish consistency in the right-of-way along Zane St. If the easement is vacated, a drainage and utility easement must be established between the new right-of-way line and the existing right-of-way line. Utility lines in this area were constructed down the centerline of Zane St. and due to the depth of the utilities, additional width is required to ensure access for future maintenance activities. The applicant shall provide all legal descriptions of vacated streets as well as drainage and utility easements. The alternative to an easement vacation is a license agreement allowing the parking lot to encroach onto city right-of-way, or amending the current site plan. Staff recommends vacating the right-of-way as the land does not serve a public purpose, and it removes the need to track and administer a license agreement. Applicable Regulation Preliminary and Final Plat Approval of a plat may only be ordered if the following findings have been made, as outlined in Section 30-375: (1) The proposed subdivision is consistent with the honing regulations (article VI of this cbapter) and conforms in all respects witb all requirements of this Code, including the honing regulations and this article. The property is zoned Highway Commercial (C-3). The proposed subdivision is consistent with the zoning regulations outlined in the city code and approved plans. (2) The proposed subdivision is consistent witb all applicable general and specialised city, county, and regional plans, including, but not limited to, the city's comprebensive development plan. The proposed plat does not conflict with any city, county, or regional plans, including the Comprehensive Plan. (3) The physical characteristics of the site, including but not limited to topography, soils, vegetation, susceptibility to erosion and siltation, susceptibility to flooding and drainage are suitable for the type and density of development and uses contemplated. The site is suitable for proposed uses in the C-3 district. The applicant and city staff will work together to finalize grading, erosion control, and drainage plans as development occurs.