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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-21-17 Zoning Commission Minutes Zoning Commission Tuesday, March 21, 2017 6:00 PM City Commission Chamber – 121 N. Rouse Avenue 1. 06:00:20 PM (00:02:18) Call meeting to order (Garberg) Present Were:  Julien Morice  Jordan Zignego  George Thompson  Eric Garberg  Commissioner Chris Mehl B. 06:00:34 PM (00:02:32) Changes to the Agenda 2. 06:01:00 PM (00:02:58) Approve Meeting Minutes:  2-21-2017 MOTION: Julien Morice motioned to approve minutes for 02-21-2017. MOTION SECONDED: Jordan Zignego ALL IN FAVOR: Motion Carries D. 06:01:20 PM (00:03:18) Public Comment – Please state your name and address in an audible tone of voice for the record. This is the time for individuals to comment on matters falling within the purview of the Committee. There will also be an opportunity in conjunction with each action item for comments pertaining to that item. Please limit your comments to three minutes. E. Action Items: 06:01:39 PM (00:03:37) 1. 17032 2017 Crescent Cross Annexation Zone Map Amendment (WerBell) E of Huffine Lane and South Cottonwood Road - Lot 3A-1, Minor Subdivision 454C and a portion of Road Lot 2-MS 454 Proposed amendment of the City Zoning Map for the establishment of an initial zoning designation of R-5, residential mixed-use high density district for one tract of record totaling 28.087-acres and adjacent right-of-way in association with a Part 46 annexation petition 06:06:11 PM (00:08:09) Mitch WerBell reviewed criteria of evaluation for Crescent Cross Annexation. Development Review Committee (DRC) recommended approval on March 1st, 2017. Zoning Commission will forward a recommendation to the City Commission on April 10th. 06:07:06 PM (00:09:04) Q& A between Zoning Commission & WerBell 06:11:14 PM (00:13:12) Applicant Chris Budeski with Madison Engineering presented on behalf of annexation. Budeski noted that the irrigation ditch along with the 50 foot setback would remain county zoning. The annexation would begin at the setback. 06:14:24 PM (00:16:22) No public comment. 06:14:44 PM (00:16:42) MOTION: George Thompson motioned to adopt the findings presented in the staff report for application 17032 and move to recommend the city commission approve the crescent cross annexation and zone map amendment with contingencies required to complete the application process MOTION SECONDED: Jordan Zignego Discussion: 06:15:18 PM (00:17:16) Thompson noted that he thought this was an exciting opportunity to introduce a mixed use development into the South Cottonwood area as it will provide nice infill within the residential area. He supported his motion. 06:16:15 PM (00:18:13) Julien Morice voiced concern that R-5 zoning does not have lot coverage restrictions and would provide opportunity for very tall buildings that may be controversial. 06:17:52 PM (00:19:50) Erik Garberg voiced support for some potential commercial developments on the west side of town and noted that the residential development would be more affordable than Black Olive. ALL IN FAVOR: Motion Carries 06:20:18 PM (00:22:16) 2. 17067 Costco Catamount Parcel Annexation and Zoning (Rice) 5889 E Valley Center Dr. This application proposes annexation with initial zoning of B-2 Commercial for 4.68 acres for a future expansion of Costco. 06:23:47 PM (00:25:45) Mayana Rice points out that while the applicant’s intended use is to expand Costco, the B-2 zone request is appropriate for other uses as this parcel is surrounded by other B-2 to promote consistency. 06:24:33 PM (00:26:31) Rice reviewed criteria of evaluation and noted that the project met all criteria. Staff is recommending approval. 06:26:11 PM (00:28:09) Applicant Clint Litle with DOWL presented on behalf of annexation and zoning. Litle noted that they are working with appropriate sources to ensure the correct process with the wetlands. 06:27:44 PM (00:29:42) Q& A with Zoning Commission and applicant MOTION: Julien Morice motioned to adopt the findings presented in the staff report for application 17067 and move to recommend the city commission approve the annexation and zone map amendment with contingencies required to complete the application process MOTION SECONDED: George Thompson Discussion: 06:31:04 PM (00:33:02) Morice commented that this annexation and zone amendment makes sense with the surrounding area. ALL IN FAVOR: Motion Carries F. FYI/Discussion 06:32:00 PM (00:33:58) George Thompson encouraged the Zoning Commission to review the line drawings of the transportation plan throughout the area, put together by the TCC so that they’re considering transportation plans when making decisions going forward. 06:33:11 PM (00:35:09) Erik Garberg noted that a grass roots organization would like to come speak with the Zoning Commission and asked to consider putting them on the agenda if they follow up. G. 06:34:08 PM (00:36:06) Adjournment (Garberg) For more information please contact Tom Rogers at TRogers@bozeman.net This board generally meets the first and third Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm Committee meetings are open to all members of the public. If you have a disability and require assistance, please contact our ADA coordinator, Mike Gray at 582-3232 (TDD 582-2301).