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METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING COMMISSION
MAY 10, 1994
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MEMBERS PRESENT: Damron, McCracken, Finley, Shaw and Phillips
MEMBERS ABSENT: Coleman and Little
Minutes of the April 12, 1994, meeting were approved as submitted.
#1 Discussion of proposed amendments to the R-2 and R-3 zoning districts. The amendments include among other things density requirements, clarification of parking requirements and minimum lot sizes for multi-family developments.
In discussion, Robert Rees expressed his opinion on several points. Under the area and bulk requirement, he feels that 3,200 sq. ft. for each additional unit is excessive. R-2 and R-3 would be better served with 2,000 sq. ft. Mr. Rees also thinks open space should be by choice of the developer, that parking in front of apartments should be allowed and parking requirements for one and two bedroom units should be different. Uniform density requirements in R-2 and R-3 would help in knowing what can go on any property.
Carroll Caldwell voiced his opposition to parking only being allowed on the sides of rear portions of the lot in R-2 and R-3. He also disagrees with the 10% additional open space.
John Hill also opposed the side and rear parking and the open space requirement.
Max Dacus, Jr., likewise disagrees with the side and rear parking and thinks that the parking requirements for one bedroom units should be less.
No action was taken regarding a recommendation of the ordinance.
#2 SU94-6 Tim and Renee Houston requested approval of placement of a mobile home on W. Matthews Avenue, ¼ mile west of Strawfloor Drive
The property is located next to Mrs. Houston’s parents. Ordinance requirements were met and no opposition was expressed.
A motion was made by Ms. Shaw to approve the request, seconded by Mr. McCracken. Three voting aye, one no, REQUEST APPROVED.
#3 RZ94-15 Harry Latourette requested approval of rezoning from R-1 to C-3 for 92.78 acres. The property is located on the west side of Caraway Road, south...
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