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Minutes for the MAPC meeting on May 14, 2002.
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Metropolitan Area Planning Commission Minutes, May 14, 2002
MEMBERS PRESENT: Beadles, Damron, Shaw, Gott, Farmer, Street
MEMBERS ABSENT: Little, Krennerich, Johnson
OTHERS PRESENT: Glenn Batten, City Planner; Teddy Hooten, City Engineer, Phillip Crego, City Attorney; Brian Wadley, Planning Coordinator
The minutes of the April 9, 2002 meeting were approved as prepared on a motion by Mr. Farmer, second by Mr. Street, and unanimous vote.
#1 CU02-6 Muegge, Inc. requested approval of a conditional use to construct a mini-warehouse facility in the C-3 General Commercial District. The address of the property is 2213 W. Parker Road, and the general location of the property is on the southwest side of Parker Road, south of Strawfloor Drive.
WITHDRAWN PRIOR TO MEETING.
#2 RZ02-14 Herb and Sharon Stallings requested approval of rezoning from the I-2 General Industrial District to the I-1 Limited Industrial District for Lots 1, 5, 6 & 7 of Turtle Creek Industrial Park. The general location of the property is on the east and west sides of Neil Circle, north of Neil Drive.
Glenn Batten, explained that this was basically a technical adjustment in zoning. The I-2 zoning requirements which are applied to the industrial park areas are also applicable to like zoned areas. These are small lots and unuseable when setbacks are applied.
A motion to recommend approval of the request to the City Council was made by Ms. Shaw and seconded by Mr. Street. Voting was 5 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 abstention. Those voting aye were Gott, Street, Shaw, Farmer, Beadles. Those abstaining were Damron. MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST APPROVED.
#3 RZ02-15 J. A. Lamberth, Jr. requested approval of rezoning from the R-1 Single Family Medium Density District to the C-3 General Commercial District for 4.57 acres located on a part of the NE 1/4, SE 1/4 of Section 9, T14, R3E. The address of the property is 3509 Dan Avenue, and the general location of the property is on the south side of Dan Avenue, east of Highway 63 Bypass.
Glenn Batten, City Planner, explained that the proposal was consistent with the land use plan and the purpose of the zoning ordinance. It will also be consistent with other uses in the area and other rezonings that have occurred in the last few months. The parcel is located on an off ramp and will have access from Dan Avenue only. There is an existing home on the property as well as a crane business. If rezoned the existing use will become a nonconforming use.
Mr. Street made a motion to recommend approval of the rezoning to the City Council as submitted. Mr. Gott seconded the motion. Voting was 5 in favor, 0 opposed. Those voting aye were Farmer, Shaw, Street, Gott, Damron, MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST APPROVED.
#4 RZ02-16 Tipton S. Ross requested approval of rezoning from the C-5 Neighborhood Office District and the C-3 General Commercial District to the R-3 Multi-family High Density District for 1.0 acre located on a part of the NE 1/4, SW 1/4 of Section 32, T14N, R4E. The general location of the property is on the south side of Lakewood Drive, east of Woodduck Cove.
City Planner, Glenn Batten, explained that the proposal is consistent with the land use plan and with the purpose of the zoning ordinance. The proposed will also be consistent with the surrounding land uses.
Ms. Shaw made a motion to recommend approval of the rezoning to the City Council as submitted with Mr. Gott making the second. Voting was 5 in favor, 0 opposed. Those voting aye were Street, Shaw, Farmer, Gott, Damron, MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST APPROVED.
#5 RZ02-17 Roy and Nell Bearden requested approval of rezoning from the R-1 Single Family Medium Density District to the C-3 Limited Use Overlay District for Lots 6-9, and lots 20 and 21 in Block A of Benton’s Subdivision. The general location of the property is on the northwest side of Southwest Drive, south of Johnwood Drive and east of Darr Hill Road.
No consideration was given and no action taken due to noncompliance with the six (6) month waiting period following a disapproval.
#6 RZ02-18 The Bank of Jonesboro requested approval of rezoning from the C-5, Neighborhood Office District to the C-1, Downtown Core Commercial District for Lot 2 of the Replat of Young’s Replat of Lots 3, 4, 5 & 6 in Block 1 of Haltoms Addition. The general location of the property is on the southwest corner of Matthews Avenue and Haltom Street.
There was discussion about whether this should be C-1 or a lesser intensive district considering the older homes in the area. It was pointed out that the C-1 zoning is ½ block away. When the surrounding properties were zoned to C-5 over a period of years there were still several homes in the area. The vast majority of those homes are now zoned for commercial uses.
Glenn Batten, City Planner, explained that the reason for choosing C-1 was to maintain consistency in the area. At some point in the future, parcels to the west and south will be requesting C-1 zoning as well. This is really a technical adjustment to the zoning map.
Mr. Street made a motion to recommend approval of the rezoning to the City Council as submitted. Ms. Shaw seconded the motion. Voting was 5 in favor, 0 opposed. Those voting aye were Shaw, Farmer, Damron, Street, Gott, MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST APPROVED.
#7 RP02-27 John DeLuca, dba Spartan Towers, requested approval of Langford Replat of Lot 2 of Bobby Gage Bennett 2nd Replat of a part of Lots 27 and 28 of Cobb & Lee’s Survey. The address of the property is 1700 E. Washington Avenue, and the general location of the property is on the north side of Washington Avenue, approximately 800' west of the Matthews Avenue intersection.
A motion to approve the request was made by Mr. Farmer and seconded by Mr. Gott. Voting was 5 in favor, 0 opposed. Those voting aye were Street, Gott, Damron, Shaw, Farmer, MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST APPROVED.
#8 CU02-9 John DeLuca, dba Spartan Towers, requested approval of a conditional use to construct a communications tower in the C-3 General Commercial District. The address of the property is 1700 E. Washington Avenue, and the general location of the property is on the north side of Washington Avenue, approximately 800' west of the Matthews Avenue intersection.
City Planner Glenn Batten explained that this conditional use is within the provision of conditional uses as set forth in the zoning ordinance and conforms to the applicable provisions. Construction specifications and frequency conflicts will be determined prior to construction. Much of the land is vacant in the area and this should not adversely affect other properties in the area.
Mr. Damron made a motion to approve the request with the following stipulations:
1. Providing two paved parking spaces on site, together with the necessary drive
2. Having the tower designed to withstand 110 mph wind loads
3. Receiving approval from FCC for all emissions
4. Design the tower in accordance with seismic specifications
5. Issue no building permits until stipulations are complied with
The motion was seconded by Mr. Farmer. Voting was 5 in favor, 1 abstention. Those voting aye were Gott, Damron, Street, Farmer, Beadles. Those abstaining were Shaw, MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST APPROVED WITH STIPULATIONS.
#9 SP02-1 NEA Clinic requested approval of site development plans for a new medical clinic containing 8,477 square feet. The address of the property is 4901 E. Johnson Avenue, and the general location of the property is on the southeast corner of Johnson Avenue and Disciple Drive.
There was much discussion regarding entrances/exits onto Johnson Avenue. Safety concerns for patrons trying to enter and exit were the main topics. Some questioned whether there should be any drives off Johnson or should they be only off Disciple Drive. It was noted in the minutes from 11-9-99, when Cornerstone United Methodist Church, received approval of the subdivision, that access should be considered from the internal street rather that multiple drives at this location. It was also stipulated at that time that site development plans be submitted to and approved by the MAPC.
City Planner Glenn Batten stated that he felt there was a need for a deceleration lane into the site to allow, especially considering that elderly patrons will be trying to get into the site and traffic moves very fast regardless of the posted speed limits. Mr. Batten said he would be glad to help make the application for the decel lane to the AHTD.
Proponents of the plan felt that it would be more dangerous for people who might miss Disciple Drive and then try to turn around down the road and come back. The drive has been proposed at the far east side of the property. Commissioners were presented with a letter from the AHTD approving the access off Johnson. The letter further stated that a deceleration lane was not warranted at this time. It was pointed out that the AHTD is in the process of overlaying and striping and a center left turn lane which will help but concern was expressed for people exiting the site with the hill on Johnson.
Commissioners stated they felt the need to take a pro-active stance rather than wait until statistics determine the need for a decel lane.
Concluding the discussion was a motion by Mr. Farmer to approve the site plan with the following stipulations:
1. Installing only one access off Johnson Avenue, and recommend that it be 40' wide to allow quicker turning
2. Installation of a deceleration lane for the entrance to Disciple Drive and a right turn acceleration lane coming out of Disciple Drive with the AHTD approval and with a cooperative effort from the City of Jonesboro to facilitate this
3. Cut and remove part of median on Disciple Drive to allow better access into site
4. Final approval of site development plans can be approved by City Staff. If Staff is not comfortable with the final plans it should be referred back to MAPC
The motion was seconded by Mr. Street. Voting was 5 in favor, 0 opposed. Those voting aye were Farmer, Damron, Gott, Shaw, Street, MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST APPROVED WITH STIPULATIONS.
#10 FP02-8 Jim Abel requested final approval of subdivision plans for Barrington Park Phase I containing 19 lots on 10.49 acres. The general location of the property is on the south side of Woodsprings Road, approximately ½ mile east of Friendly Hope Road.
It was noted that all engineering and other stipulations from the preliminary approval had been met for Phases I and II.
A motion to grant final approval of Phases I & II was made by Mr. Damron and seconded by Mr. Gott. Voting was 5 in favor, 0 opposed. Those voting aye were Farmer, Shaw, Gott, Damron, Street. MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST APPROVED.
#11 FP02-9 Jim Abel requested final approval of subdivision plans for Barrington Park Phase II containing 41 lots on 21.85 acres. The general location of the property is on the south side of Woodsprings Road, approximately ½ mile east of Friendly Hope Road.
It was noted that all engineering and other stipulations from the preliminary approval had been met for Phases I and II.
A motion to grant final approval of Phases I & II was made by Mr. Damron and seconded by Mr. Gott. Voting was 5 in favor, 0 opposed. Those voting aye were Farmer, Shaw, Gott, Damron, Street, MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST APPROVED.
#12 PP02-9 Dennis Gregory requested preliminary approval of subdivision plans for Gregory Subdivision, Phase II containing 28 lots on 8.91 acres. The general location of the property is east of Paragould Drive, and a continuation southward of Crepe Myrtle Drive.
Carlos Wood, Project Engineer, explained that the access requested when the first phase was approved is now provided to the Key West Subdivision.
Teddy Hooton, City Engineer, made the commission aware of some corrections needed in the plans related to metal pipe and station numbers to which Mr. Wood agreed.
Mr. Street made a motion to grant preliminary approval of the request with the following stipulations:
1. Changing the specifications on the metal pipe to meet ordinance requirements
2. Noting the station numbers on the plans
The motion was seconded by Ms. Shaw. Voting was 5 in favor, 0 opposed. Those voting aye were Street, Shaw, Damron, Farmer, Gott. MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST APPROVED WITH STIPULATIONS.
#13 PP02-10 Dennis Gregory requested preliminary approval of subdivision plans for Gregory Subdivision, Phase III containing 30 lots on 9.37 acres. The general location of the property is east of Paragould Drive, and a continuation southward of Gregory Drive.
Mr. Street made a motion to grant preliminary approval of the request with the following stipulations:
1. Changing the specifications on the metal pipe to meet ordinance requirements
2. Noting the station numbers on the plans
The motion was seconded by Mr. Farmer. Voting was 5 in favor, 0 opposed. Those voting aye were Street, Shaw, Damron, Farmer, Gott. MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST APPROVED WITH STIPULATIONS.
#14 PP02-11 Eddie Foster requested preliminary approval of subdivision plans for Brittney Heights Subdivision, a replat of Lot 3 of Ellis Farm Subdivision, containing 11 lots on 3.80 acres. The general location of the property is on the south side of Prospect Road, east of Ellis Lane.
George Hamman, Project Engineer, stated they had received a copy of the City Engineer’s comments and he and his client were in agreement with them. When questioned about the size and particularly the depth of Lot 11, Mr. Hamman stated that he expected it to be replatted with property to the east in the future.
It was pointed out that Ellis Lane is a dedicated, but unimproved right of way, and ordinance requires paving with curbs and gutters on unimproved right of ways.
Ms. Shaw made a motion to grant preliminary approval of the subdivision with the following stipulations:
1. Showing drainage on profile
2. Keep the drainage on the south side of Prospect Road or find an acceptable alternate route
3. Specify base class (type of rock) and compaction for base and subgrade
4. Improving the east ½ of Ellis Lane to city standards and including the improvement plans in the final submission
The motion was seconded by Mr. Gott. Voting was 5 in favor, 0 opposed. Those voting aye were Street, Shaw, Gott, Damron, Farmer, MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST APPROVED WITH STIPULATIONS.
#15 PP02-12 Ruben Griffin, dba SWAK Properties, LLC, requested preliminary approval of subdivision plans for Darr Hill Road Addition, and a replat of Lot 35 of Benton Subdivision. The development contains 12 lots on 64.62 acres and is generally located on the east side of Darr Hill Road, north Pam Drive and Martha Drive.
Glenn Batten, City Planner, explained that an overall sketch plan had been prepared showing the entire tract with the subdivided lots, with the vacant acreage and with the commercial node. It is a good plan that will allow Mr. Griffin to plan and develop his property in the best way possible.
It was pointed out that on paved streets without curb and gutter and underground drainage that the property owners are required to enter into a street improvement agreement which passes with ownership of the property. Information is needed on some drainage on Darr Hill Road.
Mr. Street made a motion to grant preliminary approval with the following stipulations:
1. Show the pipe sizes under the Darr Hill Road driveways
2. Entering into a street improvement agreement for the paved streets that do not have curb and gutter and/or underground drainage
The motion was seconded by Ms. Shaw. Voting was 5 in favor, 0 opposed. Those voting aye were Shaw, Damron, Gott, Farmer, Street, MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST APPROVED WITH STIPULATIONS.
#16 RP02-28 Todd Jackson and Roy Milner requested approval of a Replat of Woodsprings Estates Phase V. The general location of the property is on the north side of Woodsprings Road, east of Casey Springs Road.
Teddy Hooton, City Engineer, informed the Commissioners of a plan in progress to eliminate the retention pond originally to be installed on Lot 21. The new drainage plan will not require any retention and will still not burden the downstream drainage. The City is helping with this effort. Teddy explained that there were still easements to be obtained and other documents to be signed before this would be accomplished. The drainage easement on Lot 21 will have to be abandoned by the City Council. Some street names are also changed with this plat.
Mr. Street made a motion to approve the request with the following stipulations:
1. Granting a 10' utility easement along the south line of Lots 31 & 10, and the east side of proposed Lots 11 & 12
2. Completion of abandonment of the drainage easements through the City Council
3. Execution of the agreements and easement documents are necessary
4. Acknowledging the street name change
5. If City Staff is not comfortable with the final documentation it will be sent back to MAPC
for final approval
The motion was seconded by Mr. Farmer. Voting was 5 in favor, 0 opposed. Those voting aye were Street, Farmer, Shaw, Damron, Gott, MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST APPROVED WITH STIPULATIONS.
#17 PP02-13 Kent Arnold requested preliminary approval of subdivision plans for Friendly Hope Crossings, Phases I & II. Phase I contains 27 lots and Phase II contains 28 lots on a total of 16.601 acres. The general location of the subdivision is on the north side of Flemon Road, east of Shasta Drive.
Glenn Batten, City Planner, explained that the proposal meets the subdivision ordinance requirements.
Teddy Hooton, City Engineer, informed the Commissioners of some additional drainage information that was needed related to inlet types and erosion control. John Easley, Project Engineer, stated they were in agreement with the comments and agreed to them.
A motion to grant preliminary approval of the subdivision was made by Mr. Street with the following stipulations:
1. Scupper inlets may not be needed and an inlet with an extended throat may work as well
2. Place rip-rap around the pipes on the east side of the subdivision where the concrete pipe goes into the ditch
The motion was seconded by Mr. Damron. Voting was 5 in favor, 0 opposed. Those voting aye were Gott, Street, Damron, Farmer, Shaw, MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST APPROVED WITH STIPULATIONS.
#18 PP02-14 Garry Tate requested conceptual approval of subdivision plans for an 8.47 acre tract of land containing 28 lots on 8.47 acres. The general location of the property is on the east side of Culberhouse Street, north of Blankenship Road.
Mr. Tate informed the Commissioners of his desire to purchase this tract and subdivide it using a cul-de-sac that is longer than what code allows. Mr. Tate said he felt like the reason it was limited to 400' was for sight distance for fire trucks when a street had a hill on it. There is also some doubt about will happen to the Sharp property on the north side if and when it develops. The big expense to run another 130' of street along with the utility extensions will also make the property too expensive to develop.
Commissioners stated that they had been requiring other developers to provide access to adjacent lands to allow for better access for future development and emergency protection. On other properties with similar circumstances at least one additional access has been required.
Mr. Gott made a motion to disapprove the request stating that it was necessary to be consistent with what was required in other areas. The motion was seconded by Ms. Shaw. Voting was 5 in favor, 0 opposed. Those voting aye were Gott, Street, Farmer, Shaw, Damron, MOTION CARRIED, REQUEST DISAPPROVED.
The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.