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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COMMISSION
BOZEMAN, MONT ANA
April 17, 2006
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The Commission of the City of Bozeman met in regular session in the Community Room, Gallatin
County Courthouse, 311 West Main Street, on Monday, April 17, 2006, at 6:00 p.m. Present were Mayor
Jeff Krauss, Cr. Sean Becker, Cr. Jeff Rupp, Cr. Steve Kirchhoff, Cr. Kaaren Jacobson, Acting City
Manager Debbie Arkell, Director of Public Safety-Fire Chuck Winn, Planning Director Andy Epple, City
Attorney Paul Luwe, and Acting City Clerk Devin Harbour.
Pledl!e of Alleu:iance and Moment of Silence
The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence.
Minutes. September 6, September 12, 2005, and January 17, February 21, March 6, March 24, and
March 27, April 3, and April 10, 2006
It was moved by Cr. Becker, seconded by Cr. Rupp, that the minutes of the meetings of September
6,2005, and April 3, 2006, be approved and April 10, 2006, be approved as amended.
The motion carried. Those voting Aye being Cr. Becker, Rupp, Kirchhoff, Jacobson, and Mayor
Krauss. Those voting No being none.
Mayor Krauss deferred action on the minutes of the meetings of, September 12,2005, and January
17, February 21, March 6, March 24, and March 27, 2006, to a later date.
Consent Items
City Manager Kukulski presented to the Commission the following Consent Items.
1. Proclamation - Declare April 2006 as Donate Life Month, to coincide with national
observance
2. Appointment of Cr. Becker and Cr. Rupp to sub-committee to review pledged
securities.
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3. Approval of special permit for the Emerson Cultural Center to sell beer and wine
at the Emerson Cultural Center, on April 21, 2006.
4. Provisionally adopt Ordinance 1662, amending the City of Bozeman zone map by
establishing initial municipal zoning designation of "R-3" (residential medium
density district), "R-4" (residential high density district), and "PU" (public lands
and institutions) on 226 acres situated west of S. 19th Ave., betwcen Stucky Road
and Blackwood Road.
5. Adopt Commission Resolution No. 3905 providing for the annexation of a tract of
land hereinafter described, to the corporate city limits of the City of Bozcman and
the extension of the boundaries of the City of Bozeman so as to include said tract.
6. Adopt Commission Resolution No. 3906 relating to $1,376,869 special
improvemcnt district no. 684 bonds; fixing the form and details and providing for
the execution and delivery thereof and security therefor.
7. Authorize City Manager to sign Annexation Agreement for JCD Annexation,
commonly referred to as Meadow Creek Annexation.
8. Authorize City Manager to sign Agreement with Morrison & Maierle Inc. for
Professional Surveying Services for water main renovation projects.
9. Claims
It was moved by Cr. Rupp, seconded by Cr. Kirchhoff, that the Commission approve the Consent
Items as listed above.
The motion carried. Those voting Aye being Crs. Rupp, Kirchhoff, Jacobson, Becker, and Mayor
Krauss. Those voting No being none.
Public comment
No public comment was received.
Lel!ends II at Bridl!er Creek - PUD CUP - Application for Conditional Use Permit with four
relaxations to Title 18. BMC.. on property located at the intersection ofStorv Mill Road and Bridl!er
Canyon Drive - Land West Consultinl! LLC.. for Edl!efield. LLC.: Paul RUl!heimer: Peter
RUl!heimer: and Marv Wictor. (Z.0602l)
This was the time and place set for the public hearing on the application for CUP with four
relaxations to Title 18, BMC, requested by Land West Consulting LLC., for Edgetield LLC., Paul
Rugheimer, Peter Rugheimer, and Mary Wictor, under Application No. Z-06021. The subject property
is located at the northeast of the intersection of Story Mill Road and Bridger Canyon Drive.
Public hearing
Mayor Krauss opened the public hearing.
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Contract Planner Lanette Windemaker presented the staff report. She noted that staff has reviewed
the application in light of the applicable criteria and staff's findings are contained in the staff report. Staff
has forwarded a recommendation of conditional approval.
She noted that this subdivision has a density of 5.7 dwelling units per acre, and looking at how it
fits into the neighborhood and the adjoining area, they believe it will fit well. There is one unresolved
issue. If Boylan Road is moved to the north, she wants to add a condition to allow additional lots to be
created after moving the road. She concluded by stating that the applicants have submitted an alternative
proposal.
Responding to Mayor Krauss, Ms. Windemaker noted Creekwood does have some open space that
doesn't have lots backed into. She also noted that there is a -25 feet of open space in between the lots.
Van Bryant, Studio Architects, noted that like Legends I, this has been done by collecting owners
and neighbors together. The neighbors were concerned with connectivity to Bridger Creek. The other was
the understanding that at some point they may have service failures and need to tie into city services. The
owners primary objective was the protection of the creek corridor. The development team had goals that
went along with what was created in the Creekwood development. One was the placement of the park;
the Legends II park was placed next to it, so it could become a larger area. Another was that the road
connect Creekwood and Legends I.
He noted they were advised to look at the Boylan Road layout and as a result there are more,
smaller lots in this plan. He noted that there is no open-space-access requirement. He noted some other
positive attributes. One is that 41 % of the development is parks or open space, and trail connections from
Bridger Creek to Legends I. There is a master plan park area, with soccer field, playground, restrooms,
and parking space. A PUD project requires 20 points to compensate for relaxations, this projects has 110
points, and all space is dedicated to open space.
Responding to Cr. Becker, Mr. Bryant noted the original intent was to have more buffer between
the buildings. There is a sidewalk in the open space, and when it narrows, the sidewalk goes to each
building.
Cr. Becker noted the pinch points that occur in Legends I, where the full 25-foot corridor wasn't
in place. He noted that, looking at this layout, it looks like there are a couple of pinch points. He will
request that a condition be provided to require a full 25 feet of space.
Responding to Cr. Kirchhoff, Mr. Bryant noted they have Boylan Drive and also have street loading
parldng on either side of the street, in the alley configuration. By adding the open space along Boylan
Road, there will be more room for parking.
Mayor Krauss noted this isn't a standard subdivision, and why they went with the green spaces and
why that fit the idea versus what they could have done without relaxations.
Mr. Bryant noted that the key was to listen to the neighbors to the south of the property and how
much they enjoyed the Bridger Creek access and protection. He stated that it's tough to try and meet the
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cities expectation of density with the constraints with this subdivision. This is a hybrid, and they have tried
to create a sense of community and allow neighbors to the south to move up to the creek. It was a genesis
of trying to solve with a challenging piece of infill property.
The following people spoke at the public hearing:
Cathy Gamble, 2205 Bridger Drive
Kain Gamble, 13 Hitching Post Road
Ted Lang, Gallatin Valley Land Trust
Paul Rugheimer, neighbor
Shane Cheney, 505 Alamosa Lane
Mr. Bryant, noted that with additional neighbor comments he hasn't much to add. The one thing
that isn't shown is additional access for where there will be a clubhouse and controlled parking.
Responding to Cr. Jacobson, Ms. Windemaker noted there has been flooding along this crcek, but
she's not sure if it has flooded in this area. She added that the next application deals with the flood plain.
Responding to Cr. Becker, Ms. Windemaker noted they were just throwing out an alternate
proposal with how they could address Condition Four. She noted that there are also about 20-21 RSL lots
in the plan, and reminded the Commission that CAHAB has conditions in the plat for cash-in-lieu ofRSL
requirements.
Commission Discussion
Cr. Kirchhoff noted that he thinks we are looking at subdivision that's ok in some respects in some
areas. He was with the Commission that approved Creekwood and the same Commission that saw the pre-
application. He doesn't think the redraw really works, and thinks the previous Commission meant they
wanted the street to be the corridor between the built environment and the natural corridor. What it comes
down to is what really matters is separation and control of access. As long as there is good separation it
doesn't really matter what it is. That might be preferable to some and not to others. He stated that this is
one of those times in which the Commission and the applicant don't agree. He stated that he would like
to see no lots to the north of Boylan Road and have the road pulled along the open space, and they can
control the entryway with a fence and kiosk. He concluded by stating that he isn't satisfied with the
applicant's redraw.
Cr. Jacobson said that she agrees with Cr. Kirchhoff. She likes the plan south of Boylan Road and
would like to live there, because she likes the fact that this encourages neighborhood engagement. She
added that she can see why they would want to build close to the stream corridor, because that is an
amenity, but thinks it would be a jewel to the county if the area north of Boylan Road were left as open
space and trails so the trails wouldn't be squeezed right up to the creek. She noted that when she was out
there she saw a deer and then she saw a dog was chasing it: there is interference with the wildlife and
nobody is living there now. She stated that moving the road doesn't make a difference with the wildlife
habitat.
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Cr, Becker noted that he sat through the hearings in October. In terms of specific direction, he
thinks the plan meets the requests that were asked of the developer's team. He stated concern for an
apparent lack of transparent egress, and the development seemed to be promoting private space. He
believes the second attempt addresses those concerns and provides for an alternative that is conducive to
community ideals with respect to open space. His only concern is the pinch points, but is supportive of
the second layout.
Cr. Rupp noted that the applicant should be proud of the points total. He stated that he doesn't have
a problem with the yards, greenway, etc., but would prefer to have both street and sidewalks. He noted that
he doesn't think it's very friendly but understands the tradeoff. He also noted that the trail corridor seems
to be too narrow, and would like to err on the side of open space.
Mayor Krauss noted that Lot 38, 24, and 19 seem to impinge upon the corridor, those three lots are
the ones that seem to need to be trimmed back to keep pinch points from occurring. He stated that he
thinks the relaxations that are being requested are the result of an innovative design. He noted that they
have an innovative design that scores 100+ points in open space. He stated that the original design, which
can be addressed by modifying three lots, ties the subdivision to the east with the parks to the west. The
intent of the UDO was to have urban parks which are designed to urban standards. He stated that he
supports the original proposed plan, Plan A, and likes the GVL T and their statement about pedestrian and
bike corridors. He stated that the park is 100% fronted, and the open space is generous and dedicated to
the public and we will have a skiing corridor and a recreation corridor. He likes that the neighbors support
it.
Cr. Rupp noted he's not in favor of either option, but it seems that Cr. Kirchhoff's proposal has the
possibility to create the corridor that he's looking for.
Cr. Jacobson noted that she doesn't think that's an ideal trail system for the public to be walking
that close to somebodies back yard. She noted that the alternative plan presented, Plan B, with the road
moved to the north, only provides a boundary to the open space on a very small part of it, and the buffer
to the creek really isn't there.
Mr. Bryant assumed that if the road goes completely to the north, there will be some
reconfiguration. He noted that they are happy to add a condition that requires they meet with staff to have
a minimum allowance for the trail corridor.
Director Epple noted that staff had recognized that on the far east where Boylan Road meets
Creekwood, the road has to go where it is because of connecting.
Mr. Bryant noted they would like to go with Plan A, because it's the most supported plan by
neighbors and represents the most agency input, and because he thinks it follows the topography better.
Cr. Kirchhoff noted that there is only one Bridger Creek, and once it's done, it's done. People will
come and go, but the lot lines will stay. He noted that all of these design elements are design choices. He
stated that he hopes the developer can respect the spirit and the intent or moving the road to open the
corridor up. He also stated that he wants to allow the easternmost lots where this meets Creekwood.
Decision
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It was moved by Cr. Kirchhoff, seconded by Cr. Jacobson, to approve the alternative plan as
presented by the applicant for PUD CUP - Application for Conditional Use Permit with four relaxations
to Title IS, BMC., on property located at the intersection of Story Mill Road and Bridger Canyon Drive
as requested by Land West Consulting LLC., for Edgefield, LLC.; Paul Rugheimer; Peter Rugheimer; and
Mary Wictor, subject to the following conditions:
1. All lots fronting on open space areas shall have a sidewalk connection from the
front door to the pedestrian walkway in the open space area.
2. Fences located in the front, side or rear yard setback of properties adjacent to any
park or open space shall not exceed a maximum height of 4 feet, and shall be of an
open construction. This requirement shall be addressed and demonstrated in the
covenants/development guidelines.
3. The developer shall landscape open space areas 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, and 12 in
accordance with a landscaping plan which meets or exceed the standards of Chapter
IS.4S and achieves a minimum of 23 landscaping points.
4. Boylan Road shall be relocated to the north side of the lots adjacent to the open
space corridor and shall be located so that it does not restrict the trail corridor. It
is acceptable for additional lots (located on the south side of Boylan Road) to be
created through the relocation of Boylan Road. No lots shall be allowed to the
north of Boylan Road with the exception of the six easternmost lots, adjacent to
Creekwood Subdivision. The five lots remaining to the north of the road shall be
reduced in size so as not encroach into the trail corridor.
5. Lots fronting on a greenway corridor may have a minimum rear yard of 15 feet
subject to the following statement being placed in the covenants "Per Section
IS. 16.050.A.4, all vehicle entrances into garages shall be no closer than 20 feet to
the property line/public access easement line, unless explicitly authorized by the
Bozeman Municipal Code".
6. The covenants shall indicate that the aggregation of lots shall not be permitted.
7. The recreation building and associated parking lot shown in the park area will be
subject to site plan review.
S. The owner shall executed and submit the following documents prior to final plan
approval:
a. A certification of completion and compliance stating that they
understand any conditions of approval and the submitted final site
plans or master site plan have complied with any conditions of
approval or corrections to comply with code provisions per Section
IS.34.130.B.
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b. A statement of intent to construct according to the final site plan.
Such statement shall acknowledge that construction not in
compliance with the approved final site plan may result in delays of
occupancy or costs to correct noncompliance per Section
IS.34.130.C.
c. A certification that it is their intent to comply with the requirements
of the Bozeman Municipal Code and any conditions considered
necessary by the approval body.
9. That the right to a use and occupancy permit shall be contingent upon the
fulfillment of all general and special conditions imposed by the conditional use
permit procedure pursuant to Section IS.34.100.C.l of the Bozeman Unified
Development Ordinance.
10. That all of the special conditions shall constitute restrictions running with the land
use, shall apply and be adhered to by the owner of the land, successors or assigns,
shall be binding upon the owner of the land, his successors or assigns, shall be
consented to in writing, and shall be recorded as such with the County Clerk and
Recorder's Office by the property owner prior to the issuance of any building
permits, final site plan approval or commencement of the conditional use pursuant
to Section lS.34.100.C.2 of the Bozeman Unified Development Ordinance.
11. The final site plan shall comply with the standards identified and referenced in the
Unified Development Ordinance. The applicant is advised that unmet code
provisions, or code provisions that are not specifically listed as conditions of
approval, does not, in any way, create a waiver or other relaxation of the lawful
requirements of the Bozeman Municipal Code or state law.
The motion carried. Those voting Aye being Crs. Kirchhoff, Jacobson, and Rupp, Those voting
No being Cr. Becker and Mayor Krauss.
Break
Mayor Krauss declared a break from 7:52 to S:04 p.m.
Lel!ends II at Bridl!er Creek - Preliminarv Plat - Aoolication to subdivide - 57 acres into - 127 lots
for sinl!le household residential use. roads. allevs. oarks. and ooen soace areas on orooertv located
at the intersection of Story Mill Road and Bridl!er Canyon Drive. - Land West Consultinl! LLC..
for Edl!efield. LLC.: Paul RUl!heimer: Peter RUl!heimer: and Marv Wictor. (P-06009)
This was the time and place set for the public hearing on the application for Preliminary Plat to
subdivide - 57 acres into - 127 lots for single household residential use, roads, alleys, parks, and open
space areas on property located northeast of the intersection of Story Mill Road and Bridger Canyon Drive,
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requested by Land West Consulting LLC., for Edgefield LLC., Paul Rugheimer, Peter Rugheimer, and
Mary Wictor, under Application No. P-06009.
Mayor Krauss opened the public hearing.
Contract Planner Windemaker presented the staff report. She noted that staff has reviewed the
application in light of the applicable criteria and staff's findings are contained in the staff report. Staff has
forwarded a recommendation of conditional approval.
She noted that because they are not building the street north to the property line at this time, they
do not have 100% right-of-way surrounding the park. She noted that she wants to change Condition 4 to
match the previous hearing, Z-06021.
She mentioned that CAHAB recommended cash-in-lieu ifthe developer wants to at the rate of one
buildable to three required. She stated that there was discussion that these lots will be pricey and if they
could get funding they may be able to buy more lots than what they could get in this subdivision.
Responding to the Commission, Engineer Bob Murray noted that the intersection of Bridger
Canyon Drive and Rouse will have to be signalized before they can get building permits.
The following people spoke at the public hearing:
Dane Gamble, 13 Hitching Post Road
Halley Rugheimer, 1400 Story Mill Road
Decision
It was moved by Cr. Jacobson, seconded by Cr. Becker, to approve the Preliminary Plat,
Application to subdivide - 57 acres into - 127 lots for single household residential use, roads, alleys,
parks, and open space areas on property located at the intersection of Story Mill Road and Bridger Canyon
Drive, requested by Land West Consulting LLC., for Edgefield, LLC.; Paul Rugheimer; Peter Rugheimer;
and Mary Wictor, subject to the following conditions:
1. The 25-foot trail easement located along the western side of the property shall be
not located within private lots.
2. Per Section IS.42.040.D, a pedestrian walk shall be located within the 25-foot trail
easement located along the western side of the property.
3. Per Section IS.44.090, Lot 1 needs to be provided with legal and physical access
on Boylan Road with a minimum of 25 feet of frontage. Lot 1 shall be of an
adequate size to accommodate the building, all required setbacks, parking and
access.
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4. Boylan Road shall be relocated to the north side of the lots adjacent to the open
space corridor and shall be located so that it does not restrict the trail corridor. It
is acceptable for additional lots (located on the south side of Boylan Road) to be
created through the relocation of Boylan Road. No lots shall be allowed to the
north of Boylan Road with the exception of the six easternmost lots, adjacent to
Creekwood Subdivision. The five lots remaining to the north of the road shall be
reduced in size so as not encroach into the trail corridor.
5. Subdivision lighting SILD information shall be submitted to the Clerk of
Commission directly after Preliminary Plat approval in hard copy and digital form.
The final plat will not be deemed complete until the resolution to create the SILD
has been approved by the City Commission.
6. Water rights, or cash~in-lieu thereof, as calculated by the Director of Public Service,
is due with the final plat.
7. Sidewalks along park land shall be constructed to a six foot width to accommodate
snow removal equipment.
8. The park shall be titled "Public Park". The open space shall be titled "Open Space,
Public Access". Notes shall be included on the plat describing ownership and
maintenance responsibility for both the park and open space, e.g.: public park,
dedicated to the city and maintained by the homeowners association; and open
space, public access, owned by the landowners, maintained by the homeowners
association, etc.
9. Lots fronting on a greenway corridor may have a minimum rear yard of 15 feet
subject to the following statement being placed in the covenants "Per Section
I8.16.050.AA, all vehicle entrances into garages shall be no closer than 20 feet to
the property line/public access easement line, unless explicitly authorized by the
Bozeman Municipal Code".
10. On the north side of Boylan Road, the construction of Northview Street and other
public improvements need not be extended to the property line subject to the
following requirements; either:
A. An executed acknowledgement placed on the property to the north
stating that the current owners, their heirs, successors and assigns
shall be responsible for the construction of the proposed N orthview
Street and all other public improvements within said right-of-way
from Boylan Road to the northern boundary line ofthis subdivision.
The acknowledgement shall be recorded with the Gallatin County
Clerk and Recorder prior to the time of final plat recordation. A
copy of the executed and recorded documents shall be submitted
with the final plat; or
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B. 100% of the cost of construction of the improvements shall bc
placed in an escrow account to be used for completion of these
improvements in the future prior to final plat approval. A copy of
the executed documents shall be submitted with the final plat.
11. Atsina, Blackfeet, Cree, Medicine Wheel and Richau Lanes may be constructed as
private streets within a 31-foot right of way subject to the following conditions and
code provisions:
A. Per Section lS.44.020.A, all streets within the proposed
development shall be dedicated to the public.
B. Per Section 18.44.020.A.2.b, a permanent funding source, such as
the levying of assessments against all properties within the
development, for street maintenance is established and the funding
levels will be adequate for all future private street maintenance.
C. Per Section IS.44.020.A.2.b, executed waivers of right to protest
creation of special improvement districts (SIDs), or other perpctual
legal instrument, acknowledging that the City will not assume
dedication and/or maintenance of the streets unless the street is
brought up to City standards, or the property owners have agreed to
an assessment to fund improvements required to bring the street up
to City standards. The waiver, or other legal instrumcnt, shall be
recorded with the Gallatin County Clerk and Recorder at the time of
final plat recordation. A copy of the executed documents shall be
submitted with the final plat.
D. Per Section IS.44.020.A.2.c, documented proof of adequate
maintenance funding and scheduling, for all private streets, shall be
provided, subject to Section IS.72.040.
E. The right of way shall be increased to a minimum of 33' or public
street and utility easements granted for the additional 2' for the
purpose of future maintenance of the curb.
12. Sidewalks need not be constructed on Atsina, Blackfeet, Cree, Medicine Wheel and
Richau Lanes subject to the following statement being placed in the covenants "All
lots fronting on open space areas shall have a sidewalk connection from the front
door to the pedestrian walkway in the open space area".
13. Per the "Preliminary Plat Storm Water Plan for the Legends at Bridger Creek II" by
Morrison Maierle, Inc.;
A. The minimum first floor elevations shall be designated on the final
plat. The minimum first floor elevation (including basement) shall
be 2 feet or more above the base flood elevation.
B. The Final Plat shall include a notation that although no lots are in
the 1 OO-year floodplain, it is recommended that lot owners consider
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obtaining flood insurance due to proximity, and that it is
recommended that lot owners consider construction of structures on
suitable fill at an elevation no lower than the base flood elevation
and extended for at least 15 feet, at that elevation, beyond the
structure(s) in all directions.
14. Buildings proposed for construction with crawl spaces or basements shall include
Engineer Certification regarding depth of ground water and soil conditions and
proposed mitigation methods to be submitted with cach Building Permit. The Final
Plat shall include a notation that due to high ground water conditions full or partial
basements are not recommended.
15. Applicant shall provide a soils report, along with building plans, to the Building
Division, recommending types of foundations. If development shall occur in
phases, the soils report may address those lots within the proposed phase.
16. The following items shall be addressed in the Final Park Plan:
A. The east to west trail along Bridger Creek should be a 6 foot wide
natural fines trail and the plan should clearly show a connection to
the undeveloped property at the east edge. This trail should be
constructed a sufficient distance from Bridger Creek so as not to be
affected as the creek bed moves.
B. An unobstructed 10 foot wide meandering corridor should be
maintained east to west through the open space area to provide for
a groomed ski trail during winter.
C. The park land dedication requirement should be recalculated to not
include the proposed clubhouse and associated road and parking
area. The area providing access to the restrooms at the north end of
the clubhouse should be counted as park land dedication since the
restrooms are intended to be open to the public.
D. Uniform fencing or adequate landscaping should be required along
the backyard property lines of all lots backing up to park or open
space to avoid encroachment by owners and to reduce the possible
conflicts between owners and trail users and pets. This is especially
important with those lots along the North of the property that border
the trail area.
E. Northview Street should not be extended north of Boylan until the
adjacent property to the north is developed and Northview continues
into it. Until that time the east to west trail should continue straight
across and not divert to the sidewalk.
F. No concrete spectator area should be placed on the south side ofthe
soccer field to allow for more usable turf area.
G. All park amenities, including park furniture and trees should be
sited on the plan for Park Division approval.
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H. Any construction or work within the dedicated park land and opcn
space shall require preconstruction meetings and approval of the
Parks Division.
17. The owner shall executed and submit the following documents prior to final plan
approval:
A. A certification of completion and compliance stating that they
understand any conditions of approval and the submitted final site
plans or master site plan have complied with any conditions of
approval or corrections to comply with code provisions per Section
IS.34.130.B.
B. A statement of intent to construct according to the final site plan.
Such statement shall acknowledge that construction not in
compliance with the approved final site plan may result in delays of
occupancy or costs to correct noncompliance per Section
lS.34.130.C.
C. A certification that it is their intent to comply with the requirements
of the Bozeman Municipal Code and any conditions considered
necessary by the approval body.
IS. The final plat shall comply with the standards identified and referenccd in the
Unified Development Ordinance. The applicant is advised that unmet code
provisions, or code provisions that are not specifically listed as conditions of
approval, does not, in any way, create a waiver or other relaxation of the lawful
requirements of the Bozeman Municipal Code or state law.
19. Instead of dedicating a minimum of 10% of the buildable net acreage to Restricted
Size Lots (RSLs), the subdivider may pay a cash-in-lieu fee to the City the
equivalent of 1 buildable RSL to 3 required RSLs. The payment shall be calculated
as the appraised value per square foot of developed land within that specific
subdivision at a time not sooner than 30 days prior to the time of final plat approval.
20. The covenant allowing aggregation of lots shall be removed, and the covenants
shall specifically state that no lots may be aggregated so as to reduce the number of
buildable lots.
21. Stormwater Master Plan:
A. A Stormwater Master Plan for the subdivision for a system designed
to remove solids, silt, oils, grease and other pollutants from the
runoff from the private and public streets and all lots must be
provided to and approved by the City Engineer.
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B. The master plan must depict the maximum sized retcntion basin
location, show location of and provide easements for adequate
drainage ways within the subdivision to transport mnoff to the
stormwater receiving channel. The plan shall include sufficient site
grading and elevation information (particularly for thc basin site,
drainage ways and finished lot grades), typical stormwater
detention/retention basin and discharge stmcture details, basin
sizing calculations and a stormwater maintenance plan.
e. Any stormwater ponds located within a park or open space shall be
designed and constmcted to be conducive to the normal use and
maintenance of the open space. Stormwater ponds for mnoff
generated by the subdivision (e.g., general lot runoff, public or
private streets, common open space, parks, etc.) shall not be located
on easements within privately owned lots.
D. While the runoff from the individual lots will be dependent on the
intensity of use on each lot, the maximum sizing of thc storm
retention facilities for each lot will be established based on
maximum site development. Final facility sizing may be rcviewed
and reduced during design rcview of the FSP for each lot.
22. Plans and specifications and a detailed design report for water and sewer main
extensions, storm sewer and the public street, prepared by a Professional Engineer,
shall be provided to and approved by the City Engineer and the Montana
Department of Environmental Quality. The Applicant shall also provide
Professional Engineering services for construction inspection, post-construction
certification, and preparation of mylar record drawings. Constmction shall not be
initiated on the public infrastructure improvements until the plans and
specifications have been approved and a pre-constmction conference has been
conducted.
A. No building permits shall be issued prior to substantial completion
and City acceptance of the required infrastructure improvements.
23. All infrastmcture improvements including 1) water and sewer main extensions, and
2) public streets, curb/gutter, sidewalks fronting parks, open space, rear yard
frontages or other non-lot frontages, and related storm drainage infrastmcture
improvements shall be financially guaranteed or constructed prior to Final Plat
approval.
A. City standard residential sidewalks shall be constructed on all public
street frontages of a property prior to occupancy of any structure on
the property. Upon the third anniversary of the plat recordation of
any phase of the subdivision, any lot owner who has not constructed
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said sidewalk shall, without further notice, construct within 30 days
said sidewalk for their lot(s), regardless of whether other
improvements have been made upon the lot. This condition shall be
included on the final plat for the subdivision.
24. The location of existing water and sewer mains shall be properly depicted.
Proposed main extensions shall be noted as proposed.
25. Flood plain:
A. A Flood Plain Development Permit must be obtained from the City
Engineer prior to any work being conducted within the limits of the
delineated 100 year floodplain.
B. The 100 year flood plain boundary and flood elevations must be
depicted on the Final Plat. Fill shall be placed in the location of the
"gaps" in the catch of the delineated boundary to approximate the
historic boundary.
26. The Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, Gallatin County Conservation District,
Montana Department of Environmental Quality and Army Corps of Engineer's shall
be contacted regarding the proposed project and any required permits (i.e., 310,
404, Turbidity exemption, etc.) shall be obtained prior to Final Plat approval.
27. Easements for the water and sewer main extensions shall be a minimum of 30 feet
in width, with the utility located in the center of the easement. In no case shall the
utility be less than 10 feet from the edge of easement.
2S. Project phasing shall be clearly defined including installation of infrastructure.
29. The developer shall make arrangements with the City Engineer's office to provide
addresses for all individual lots in the subdivision prior to filing of the final plat.
30. The applicant shall submit a construction route map dictating how materials and
heavy equipment will travel to and from the site in accordance with section
IS.74.020.A.l of the Unified Development Ordinance. This shall be submitted as
part of the final site plan for site developments, or with the infrastructure plans for
subdivisions. It shall be the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the
construction traffic follows the approved routes.
31. All construction activities shall comply with section IS.74.020.A.2. of the Unified
Development Ordinance. This shall include routine cleaning/sweeping of material
that is dragged to adjacent streets. The City may require a guarantee as allowed for
under this section at any time during the construction to ensure any damages or
cleaning that are required are complete. The developer shall be responsible to
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reimburse the City for all costs associated with the work if it becomes necessary for
the City to correct any problems that are identified.
32. All streets within rights of way less than 60' shall be privately maintained. For
these streets, the right of way shall be increased to a minimum of 33' or public street
and utility easements granted for the additional 2' for the purpose of future
maintenance of the curb.
33. The sidewalks and trails within greenspace corridors shall be installed within public
access easements.
34. All of the existing IS" water main that is to be abandoned shall be removed and
disposed of off site.
35. Temporary cul-de-sacs shall be provided at the end of any dead end street longer
than one lot deep that is created by phasing.
36. All rights of way that contain City utilities must be a minimum of 30' wide, and
cannot contain other utilities.
37. All improvements necessary to provide adequate level of service at the analyzed
intersections must be installed or financially guaranteed prior to filing of the plat
for each phase. No building permits will be issued for a phase until all
improvements required for the phase are installed and accepted. Approval must be
obtained from the Montana Department of Transportation for all improvements
along Rouse/Bridger Drive.
38. Storm Water Master Plan:
A. A Stormwater Master Plan for the subdivision for a system designed
to remove solids, silt, oils, grease, and other pollutants from the
runoff from the private and public streets and all lots has been
provided to the City Engineer.
B. The applicant is advised that although the general storm drainage
and grading concept has been reviewed, the submitted data will be
subject to further review as part of the infrastructure plan and
specification review process.
I. The Storm Water Master Plan will provide an
analysis comparing predevelopment runoff patterns
to post development runoff potentials.
II. The Storm Water Master Plan will specify means to
ensure that downslope property will not be adversely
affected.
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ilL Stormwater generated by the proposed subdivision
which discharges off-site may not accumulate in
undesirable locations, such as private yards, roads or
streets, and must show a determined area for runoff
water to collect.
IV. Stormwater generated by the proposed subdivision
which discharges off-site should not create
unnecessary ponding or change the point of exit of
water from the property.
V. The Storm Water Master Plan will specify methods
to prevent downstream areas [rom increased flow.
VI. Stormwater generated by the proposed subdivision
which discharges off-site into a drainage swale will
require a drainage easement that protects the swale
from development and secures an alternative
easement in the event of future development of that
drainage swale.
The motion carried. Those voting Aye being Cr. Jacobson, Becker, Kirchhoff, and Mayor Krauss.
Those voting No being Cr. Rupp.
Discussion reeardine DRC
Responding to citizen comment, Mr. Epple noted that there are no minutes from the DRC because
it's not an advisory board.
Mayor Krauss noted that there is a public right to know about what's going on in those meeting.
They have a right to know about what's coming out of that and how things are coming forward in there.
Cr. Jacobson agreed with the mayor in the interest in transparency.
Director Epple noted that what the Commissioners are getting from the DRC represents more than
what they would see in minutes. He also noted that there is not a record at the DRC because the public
doesn't comment. Director Epple noted that DRC isn't a citizen board, it's a staff board giving technical
advise. He concluded that they don't expect the advisory board members to provide that kind of report.
Acting City Manager Arkell noted that the ordinance requires the staff report that is recieved should
contain the information that would be contained in minutes.
Mayor Krauss noted that the discussion that takes place by staff isn't reflected, just individual view
points, and he thinks we should consider this more.
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Certificate of Approoriateness to allow demolition of existinl! 720.sQuare-foot. 1.storv. detached
earal!e and construction of a 720-square-foot. l1f2-storv earaee with second level accessory dwellinl!
unit. with deviations to allow accessory dwellinl! unit on lot less than 60 feet wide. to allow accessory
structure I!reater than 600 SQuare feet to encroach into reQuired 20-foot rear yard setback. and to
allow the accessory structure to exceed the heil!ht of the principle structure - Art Albin for Sallv
Hannon. 506 North Tracv A venue (Z-06005)
This was the time and place set for the public hearing on the application for Certificate of
Appropriateness to allow demolition of existing 720-square- foot, 1 ~story, detached garage and construction
of a 720-square-foot, 1 Y2~Story garage with second level accessory dwelling unit at 506 North Tracy
A venue, with deviations to allow accessory dwelling unit on lot less than 60 feet wide, to allow accessory
structure greater than 600 square feet to encroach into required 20-foot rear yard setback, and to allow the
accessory structure to exceed the height ofthe principle structure, requested by Art Albin for Sally Hannon.
Continued Public hearing
Mayor Krauss rcopcned the continued public hearing.
Planner Bristor presentcd the staff report. She noted that staff has reviewed the application in light
of the applicable criteria and staff's findings are contained in the staff report. Staff has forwardcd a
recommendation of conditional approval.
Planner Bristor noted that the detached garage is a non-contributing structure. She noted that the
Planning Staff recommends conditional approval for the deviation allowing a structure in less than the
minimum lot width, but denial for the other two conditions.
Responding to Cr. Becker, Ms. Bristor noted that the revised garage is more in compliance than
the existing structure.
Art Albin, contractor representing the applicant, noted that he would like to build this garage, and
he thinks it's a good addition to the neighborhood. He added that the existing structure looks poor and
wasn't built well.
Responding to Cr. Rupp, Mr. Albin noted the accessory dwelling unit is requested to provide for
rental income, which would help pay for the improvements.
The following people spoke at the public hearing:
Melissa Todd, 512 North Tracy
Responding to Cr. Kirchhoff, Ms. Bristor noted the square footage ofthe accessory dwelling living
unit is maxed out at 600 square feet.
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Responding to Cr. Kirchhoff, Ms. Bristor noted that the accessory building nceds to be dropped
down to where it is at least five inches shorter than the existing house to make sure that the accessory
building is smaller in scale than the principle building.
Ms. Bristor noted that this application provides the possibility of an affordable unit on the back
yard.
Commission Discussion
Director Epple noted that this is a big change from a few years ago when we were seeing
subordinate structures being six feet taller than the main building.
Cr. Bcckcr noted he appreciates the sense of scale, and it makes sense that there is that scale,
bccause it's a rental.
Cr. Kirchhoff noted that this structure is modest and not inappropriate to the main structure. Hc
added that he doesn't see the problem with the structure being where it was planned, and will support the
motion.
Responding to Cr. Jacobson, Ms. Bristor stated that the garagc will probably house one car with
storage.
Director Epple noted if the majority of the Commissioners want to have the garage where it was
originally depicted, they can do that.
Responding to Cr. Kirchhoff, Ms. Bristor noted that we are looking at a very odd way to enter the
garage. She added that if the Commission wants to change the position of the garage, she would hope they
would address how to orient the driveway configuration, but if we orient the garage to enter off the alley,
there isn't adequate backing distance.
Decision
It was moved by Cr. Beckcr, seconded by Cr. Rupp, to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness
to allow demolition of existing nO-square-foot, I-story, detached garage and construction of a
720-square-foot, 1 Y2-StOry garage with second level accessory dwelling unit at 506 North Tracy A venue,
with a single deviation to allow an accessory dwelling unit on a lot less than 60 feet wide, as requested by
Art Albin for Sally Hannon, subject to the following conditions:
1. The applicant shall supply modified building elevations that shows the height ofthe
new accessory structure to be < 23' in height (at least 5" shorter than the existing
house on the site).
2. The applicant shall supply a modified site plan that shows a 20' rear yard setback
for the new accessory structure.
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3. The applicant shall supply a modified site plan that shows the proposed drive access
to the new accessory structure shall supply 20' of depth for on-site parking.
4. The drive access to the existing garage shall be removed, to supply a small yard
space for the accessory dwelling unit occupant(s).
5. The applicant shall supply modified building elevations that shows the removal of
the north elevation window of the new accessory structure. The elevations shall
show a replacement window(s), of a different style, on that same building elevation.
6. The applicant shall supply modified building elevations that shows the new
accessory structure with horizontal lap siding, that is either no more than 5" of
exposed width OR an exposed width that matches the cxisting house's original lap
siding.
7. The gravel in the front yard shall be removed, and an adequate landscaped area
shall be supplied for the entire property.
8. The applicant shall supply a separate sewer line from the existing house for the
proposed accessory dwelling unit. Please contact the Water & Sewer Department
at 582-3200 to determine the best location for the separate sewer line.
9. Prior to issuance of any type of building permit (including Demolition Permits), the
applicant shall provide a landscape plan depicting adequate landscaped area for the
entire property.
10. Prior to issuance of any type of building permit (including Demolition Permits), the
applicant shall provide a color and materials palette for final design review and
approval by Administrative Design Review Staff.
11. The applicant shall obtain a building permit and pay all required fees prior to
construction, and within one year of Certificate of Appropriateness approval or this
approval shall become null and void.
12. This project shall be constructed as approved and conditioned in the Certificate of
Appropriateness with deviations application. Any modifications to the submitted
and approved drawings shall invalidate the project's approval unless the applicant
submits the proposed modifications for review and approval by the Department of
Planning prior to undertaking said modifications, as required by Section 18.64.110
of the Bozeman Unified Development Ordinance.
13. The applicant shall supply modified building elevation that show glazing on the
garage door of the new accessory structure, rather than a solid door
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The motion carried. Those voting Aye being Crs. Becker, Rupp, Kirchhoff, and Jacobson. Those
voting No being Mayor Krauss.
Reconsider aooointment to Local Water Qualitv District Board made on Aoril3. 2006.
It was moved by Cr. Kirchhoff, seconded by Jacobson to reconsider appointment to Local Water
Quality District Board made on April 3, 2006.
The motion carried. Those voting Aye being Crs. Kirchhoff, Jacobson, Becker, Rupp, and Mayor
Krauss. Those voting No being none.
Apoointment to Local Water Qualitv District Board.
Local Water Quality District Board
It was moved by Cr. Rupp, seconded by Cr. Kirchhoff, that William Hunt be reappointed to replace
with a term to expire 9-30-200S.
The motion carried. Those voting Aye being Cr. Rupp, Kirchhoff, Jacobson, Becker, and Mayor
Krauss. Those voting No being none
Susoension of Rules
Mayor Krauss suspended the rules of order to move FYI ahead of UDO revisions.
Discussion - FYI Items
1. Acting City Manager Arkell asked about the discussion concerning the placement of
accessory structures, and the Commission directed staff to add that to a future discussion. (2) Mr. Brey
will be Acting City Manager tomorrow. (3) The signal at Main and 7th is still broken, because there was
a car accident that struck the pole at about 60 MPH. (4) Next week the Commission meetings will begin
being televised.
2. Director Epple noted that he spoke with Cr. Jacobson regarding the Commissioner's rights
to enter property when it's the subject of an application, and S IS.64.050, regarding permission to enter
a site as deemed necessary to verify the information supplied, so the submission of the application is
enough to provide that authority. He added that they are going to add that on the application so people
know that they are allowed to enter. He added that the City Attorney noted that we should be keeping
minutes of the DRC meetings.
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3. Cr. Becker noted he will be at the solid waste meeting this coming Wednesday. (2) He
thinks the City needs to have on the agenda the reasons why or why not to join the district. (3) The
bozeman ranger district Memorandum Of Understanding meeting is from 10-12 a.m. on Friday.
4. Ms. Semerau asked the Commission if they are aware that the Montana Meth Project will
meet at the Gran Tree on Wednesday from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.. City Attorney Luwe noted he intends to go.
5. Assistant Planning Director Saunders noted there are some staff members who are going
to the Master Plan presentation for MSU. He noted that they have not indicated they want to close 11th
A venue. They are a lot of other building that they would like to have not fall over.
6. Cr. Jacobson passed on some BID events: 1) focus group about how we could open up
Bozeman Creek where it goes underground in downtown Bozeman. She noted a report will be out
sometime around June. (2) Downtown is getting a brand, which will be placed on flags downtown. She
noted that she thinks Mr. Reichert will be requesting money for a master plan for downtown where the city
would like to encourage development. (3) A friend of hers told her there is an accessory dwelling unit on
Alderson where somebody is living in it. She also noted that she thinks people tell fairy tells regarding
accessory dwelling units when they come before the Commission.
7. Cr. Rupp asked if the Commissioners have travel budgets, and Mayor Krauss noted that if
someone finds something that a Commissioner should attend, we should amend the budget.
8. Cr. Kirchhoff noted that there are a couple planning projects for what is proposed from
Hillcrest coming up that go well with what was approved tonight. (2) He noted that Baxter Meadows
Phase VI, with the units still on the park was reviewed, and they didn't change the plan at all.
9. Mayor Krauss noted at the Recreation and Parks Advisory Board meeting they heard three
comments about this issue of wildlife, and they have considered changing the 100% right of way. (2)
There have been changes in the master swimming program. Ron Dingman and Sue Harkin have had a
tough time balancing the demands, but he doesn't know if there are people better suited to work with the
public.
Work session - continued review of orooosed revisions to UDO
Included in the Commissioners' packets were the proposed revisions to the UDO.
It was moved by Cr. Rupp to deny the remaining UDO revisions. The motion died for lack of a
second.
Assistant Planning Director Chris Saunders presented the proposed UDO revisions.
UDO revision 220A was NOT forwarded through the revision process.
UDO revision 221 was forwarded through the revision process.
UDO revision 223 was previously forwarded through the revision process.
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UDO revision 225 was forwarded through the revision process.
UDO revision 227 was NOT forwarded.
UDO revision 231 was NOT forwarded
UDO revision 232 was continued to next week
UDO revision 233 was continued to next week
UDO revision 234 was continued to next week
UDO revision 236 was NOT forwarded through the revision process.
UDO revision 242 was NOT forwarded through the revision process.
UDO revision 243 was forwarded through the revision process.
UDO rcvision 244 will be heard in the future.
Adiournment -10:00 p.m.
There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, Mayor Krauss
adjourned the meeting.
~UC--~
ef y . auss, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Devin M. Harbour, Acting City Clerk
Approved May 1, 2006
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