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Minutes for the MAPC meeting on April 11, 2006.
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Metropolitan Area Planning Commission Minutes, April 11, 2006
On a motion by Mr. Gott and seconded by Mr. Halsey the minutes for the March 14, 2006 MAPC meeting were approved by a unanimous vote.
Commissioners absent: Harpole and Roberts
Staff present: Spriggs, Rook, Tomlinson, Bevill, Crego
Chairman Beadles announced that item # 5 CU-06-02 had been withdrawn by applicant.
1. RZ-06-04 THREE SISTERS, LLC request recommendation for approval to the City Council for rezoning from AG-1 Agricultural and R-1 Single-Family Medium Density to C-3 General Commercial and R-1 Single-Family Medium Density for 47.0 acres located north of Hwy 49 South between Wilkinson Drive and Maple Valley Drive.
Terry Bare came forward as proponent for this item, stated that due to the City Planner’s comments they would like to withdraw request for Tract B, and continue with request for Tract A and Tract C. Tract A: a parcel of seven (7) acres more or less that is requesting a change from R-1 Single Family Medium Density to C-3 General Commercial. Tract C: a parcel of thirty (30) acres from AG to R-1. The R-1 to C-3 is adjacent to C-3 zoning and is planning an R-1 subdivision north of that tract and C-3 is consistent with growth in this area.
Mr. Krennerich stated concerns with creating commercial thoroughfare and that they had agreed to limit to commercial nodes. Mr. Day agreed with this statement and does not support this type of rezoning. Mr. Krennerich made motion to deny the rezoning request seconded by Mr. Day. Terry Bare ask for clarification on the motion that if motion included both tracts. Mr. Krennerich stated recommended to deny tract A. Commissioners voted unanimous to recommend the City Council deny rezoning for Tract A. Mr. Halsey made motion seconded by Mr. Day that they recommend to the City Council the rezoning from AG Agricultural to R-1 Single Family Medium Density for Tract C a parcel of thirty (30) acres. Commissioners voted unanimous approval for this motion.
2. RZ-06-05 JONESBORO REAL ESTATE HOLDINGS COMPANY request recommendation to the City Council for approval for rezoning from R-2 Multi-Family Low Density to C-1 Down Town Core for 2.13 acres located between Hope and Creath.
Bobby Gibson, attorney came forward as proponent for this item. They are requesting zoning change form R-2 Multi-Family Low Density to C-1 Downtown Core Commercial to build a Senior Adult Residence complex. They previously came before the Commission to rezone property to the south for a Senior Life Center. We view this as something that will complement each other and create a flow between the two. We are asking first for the rezoning and also on the agenda they are requesting a conditional use for the senior residence and also conditional use for an adult day care to be operated within the Senior Life Center. With Clopton Clinic and other clinics in the area they feel this will go along with the recent uses for this area. We have received the City Planners comments on this project and are willing to abide by these recommendations. Kevin Hodges with St. Bernard’s the director of the project is present to answer any questions and also Betty Shaw who is the consultant with the government program associated with this project. Chairman Beadles ask for any opponent. Jeannette Robertson, attorney and property owner in the area came forward as opponent. They oppose the rezoning of property as stated in item #2 on the agenda and also item # 4 as it relates to this property. There are properties within this area that were not purchased by St. Bernard’s or Jonesboro Real Estate Holdings and these are residential properties. The property that was requested for rezoning in the last month and the Clopton Clinic are the only Commercial properties in the area. You now have 2 sides commercial and 2 sides residential. The problem for them is spot zoning; there are 3 areas within this block that are residential. They understand that the parking requirements will need to be reduced for this project and that they are concerned with the additional traffic in the area. These conditions will be detrimental to the residents already in the area; therefore they ask that you not approve this rezoning.
Chairman Beadles ask for comments from City Planner. Mr. Spriggs stated that staff finds that the rezoning request will be a proper fit into the general project vicinity and will promote sound land use planning for the City of Jonesboro. If request is granted he would indicate proper location and screening of the dumpster and a final landscape plan be submitted and approved by the Planning Director.
City Engineer had no comments.
Chairman Beadles ask for questions or motion by commissioners. Mr. Krennerich stated this project was critical to the down town development and recommend that the commissioners approve this rezoning. Mr. Day agreed and stated that this has been zoned the same for years and no one has done any development in this area and made motion that they recommend to the City Council that they approve this rezoning. Seconded by Ms. Moore. The vote was unanimous to approve.
3. CU-06-03 JONESBORO REAL ESTATE HOLDINGS COMPANY request Conditional Use for a senior activities center and adult day care. Located east and west of Baker Street (now abandoned) north of Washington Ave. and south of Hope.
Bobby Gibson, attorney came forward as proponent for this item. They have previously requested rezoning for this property and are now asking for a Conditional Use for an adult day care in the Senior Life Center. They received the Planners comments and are willing and able to do any requirements that need to be done in order to obtain the Conditional Use. Chairman Beadles ask for opponents, there were none. Otis Spriggs, City Planner stated the following findings: 1. That the final development plan be submitted and approved by the Planning Director, indicating proper location and screening of the dumpster to satisfy 14.36.03 (d). 2. That a final landscape plan be submitted and approved by the Planning Director. 3. That the lighting plan shall be implemented and maintained at restricted levels to prevent adverse effect on abutting residential. 4. That upon issuance of the Zoning Permit Approval, all other permits be applied for and obtained by the applicant. City Engineer had no comments. Chairman Beadles ask for questions or a motion from the commissioners. Mr. Day made motion that they approve with the 4 stipulations listed by the City Planner, seconded by Mr. Krennerich. The vote was unanimous to approve.
4. CU-06-04 JONESBORO REAL ESTATE HOLDINGS COMPANY request Conditional Use to construct a senior adult residential complex located between Hope and Creath. The property is currently zoned R-2 (see RZ-06-05 requesting rezoning to C-1). After discussing questions from Chairman Beadles about the pending rezoning and consulting with the applicants, City Attorney Crego comments, and statements from the City Planner , also cautions from the opponents. The applicant stated that the Conditional Use could wait until the rezoning request is decided. The applicant withdrew the request.
5. CU-06-02 Charles Simmons request Conditional Use for a Child Day Care located at 500 Cate Street. The property is zoned I-1 Industrial. This item was with- drawn prior to meeting.
6. PP-06-06 Jim Abel request Preliminary Plat approval for BROOKSTONE SUBDIVISION a 25-lot residential subdivision in R-1 containing 9.34 acres located off Hunters Ridge east of South Culberhouse.
Terry Bare and Robert Hendrix came forward as proponents for this item. Stated that they had prepared this item and were available to answer any questions the Commissioners might have. Chairman Beadles ask if there were any opponents to this item, there were none. City Planning had no questions. City Engineer had listed 6 comments to be addressed before final. Mr. Halsey made motion to approve with the stipulations to be addressed before final approval. 1. Need structure information under Brookstone and Charleston. 2. Where is typical ditch section located? 3. Ensure ponding does not occur on lots that do not have positive drainage to a drainage easement or right-of-way. 4. Check for the need of inlet extensions. 5. Residential street cross-section shows 95% modify and requirement is 98%. 6. Need weir detail for pond outfall. Motion seconded by Mr. Day, the vote was unanimous to approve.
7. PP-06-07 Jim Abel request Preliminary Plat approval for BARRINGTON PARK SUBDIVISION PHASE III, a 21-lot subdivision in R-1 Single-Family Medium Density District containing 11.51 acres located off Woodsprings Road south of BARRINGTON PARK SUBDIVISION PHASE I.
Terry Bare and Robert Hendrix came forward as proponents for this item. Stated this is a continuation of this subdivision as this is Phase III. Chairman Beadles ask for opponent to this item, there were none. Mr. Krennerich asks if there was an overall for this subdivision that they seem to be creating a very long cul-de-sac. Mr. Hendrix stated there would be additional outlets as site was developed to the east. Developer does not own property to the south but could add stub street to east at cul-de-sac shown. Mr. Day made motion to approve with the engineering stipulations, 1. Residential street cross-section shows 95% modify and requirement is 98%. 2. Where is typical ditch section located? 3. Need pond outfall information for review. Also to add stub street to east at either of the 2 cul-de-sacs shown to tie to future development. Seconded by Mr. Halsey, vote was unanimous to approve.
8. PP-06-08 Fonda Lofton, Anna M. Bishop and Dana B. Spencer (Three Sisters LLC) request Preliminary Plat approval for MERRELL ESTATES, a 22-lot residential subdivision in R-1 Single-Family Medium Density District containing 13.07 acres located north of Hwy 49 South.
Terry Bare as proponent to this item stated they were seeking preliminary approval for 13.07 acres already zoned R-1 and if rezoning is not approved for the 2 lots shown to C-3, these lots will be replated into smaller lots. Chairman Beadles ask for opponents to this item, there were none. Motion to approve with the Engineering stipulations, 1. Need weir detail for pond outfall. 2. Residential street cross-section show 95% modify and requirements 98%. 3. Where is typical ditch section located?
4. Check for the need of inlet extensions. 5. Need more information for pipe at Sta. 6+00 on Adam Dr. was made by Mr. Halsey and seconded by Mr. Day. The vote was unanimous to approve.
9. PP-06-09 Nancy Burks request Preliminary Plat approval for HORSESHOE TRAIL ESTATES a 14-lot residential subdivision in R-1 Single-Family Medium Density containing 5.40 acres off Horseshoe Trail, east of Harrisburg Road (Hwy 163).
Terry Bare and Robert Hendrix came forward as proponents for this item, stated they prepared this item and are open for any questions. Chairman Beadles ask for any opponent to this item. There were none. City Planner had no comments and City Engineer had listed 4 comments. Mr. Krennerich made motion to approve with these as stipulations, 1. Need drainage report for proposed development. 2. Check for the need of inlet extensions. 3. Residential street cross-section shows 95% modify and requirement is 98%. 4. Where is typical ditch section located? Motion seconded by Mr. Day with the vote unanimous to approve.
10. PP-06-10 John Sloan (P & J Development) request Preliminary Plat approval for PROSPECT FARMS PHASE II, a 41-lot residential subdivision containing 10.12 acres in R-1 Single-Family Medium Density located off Aggie Road and south of PROSPECT FARMS PHASE I.
John Easley spoke as proponent and asking for approval for this item. Chairman Beadles ask for any opponent to this item, there were none. City Planning had no comments and engineering comments were listed. Mr. Halsey made motion to approve with the listed stipulations, 1. Need detention pond details and drainage report for proposed development. 2. Need temporary channel details, with elevation data, to detention pond until future development is approved. 3. Need flow information in each pipe. 4. Need detention constructed first for downstream property protection. 5. Check Prospect Farm Ln. for storm water traveling over 600 ft. 6. Label contours on the drainage plan. 7. Ensure ponding does not occur on lots that do not have positive drainage to a drainage easement or right-of-way. Seconded by Mr. Gott. Motion approved by unanimous vote.
11. FP-06-08 Harrel Mays request Final Plat approval for MAYS LANE ADDITION a 33-lot residential subdivision containing 9.54 acres in R-1A located north of Greensboro Road and east of Scott Street.
Carlos Wood came forward representing the owner and stated asking for final approval. Stated had addressed all Engineering comments from preliminary. Chairman Beadles ask for opponent to this item, there were none. City Planning stated that there is already streets named Patti and recommended changing name, Mr. Wood said there was no problem with changing name. City Engineer stated all comments from engineering have been addressed. Mr. Krennerich had concerns with more than 30 lots on dead end street. Street also exceeds the requirement of 600 ft. Mr. Gott ask if there could be a street lined up with an existing street. Mr. Wood stated they had no outlet to Scott Street on the west. Mr. Day made motion to approve, seconded by Ms. Moore. Commissioners Halsey, Moore, Day, Gott voted to approve with Mr. Krennerich voting no. Chairman Beadles ask for possible outlet to the east, voted no as motion stated. Motion failed. Motion was made by Mr. Day to approve with a dead end street to the east between lots 13 and 14. Seconded by Mr. Krennerich, motion approved by unanimous vote.
Chairman Beadles adjourned at approximately 6:30 p.m.