October 27, 1994 Steering Committee Minutes

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Steering Committee Minutes page 2 October 27, 1994 Introduction of Southwest Planning Area 6.1. General Characteristics 6.2. Inventory of Land Uses 6.3. Sewer Extensions 6.4. Land Uses Issues Steve Ach explained the boundaries and general characteristics of the Southwest planning area. He provided maps of the existing zoning, developed, vacant, and restricted property (shoreline, wetland and floodplain), and existing and proposed sewer line extensions. Mr. Ach also explained the inventory of property in this area, broken down by zoning districts. He noted that approximately 75% of the property in this area is devoted to residential, while the balance consists of a few scattered commercial sites and the industrial/business park along Highway 10. David Raymond, 13686 Riverview Drive, questioned what areas are set aside for parks and playgrounds. Steve Ach stated that the Park and Recreation Commission reviews all new developments to determine if land should be set aside within the development for parks or trails, or whether a cash contribution will be made. Chair Minton asked that a fourth area be addressed in this discussion. Area #1 Currently zoned R3 (townhouse/multi-family) with existing single family homes in the area. Possibly industrial or commercial zoning/land use could be considered. Also may be candidate for future redevelopment, along with realigning the frontage road for better access to Proctor Avenue. Barb Miracle, 1234 6th Street, stated that she owns property on 6th Street (the frontage road) by LeFebve's Trucks. She questioned what would happen to her property if the frontage road were realigned and when the change is proposed to take place. Chair Minton stated that he estimated it would be close to one year before the Steering Committee made their final rezoning recommendations to the City Council. Hank Duitsman explained that if the property owners in the area were interested in rezoning the area now, they could initiate a request to the City on their own. Chair Minton suggested that Mrs. Miracle contact the County Assessor with questions on property taxes. Pat Dwyer and Hank Duitsman agreed that zoning for this area is likely to be changed as a result of the Steering Committee's study. Area #3 This area is currently zoned residential. There is a mixture of land uses ranging from existing homes, auto repair/junk yard facility, and a recreation campground. Some of the vacant property owners have indicated that they are preparing preliminary plans for residential development. Steve Ach explained the area has an amenity in the river, however, the close proximity to Highway 10 will require the