HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-14-1998 DRC Minutes DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE
TUESDAY,JULY 14, 1998, 10:00 A.M.
MINUTES
Members Present: Dave Skelton, Greg Megaard, Craig Brawner, Mike Certalic, Phill Forbes,
Neil Poulsen
Staff Present: Rick Hixson, Jody Olsen, Debbie Arkell, Chris Saunders, Kirsten Emborg, James
Nickelson
Visitors Present: Kim Just, Lowell Springer, Dan Kamp, Jerry Taylor, Herman Chan, Dab
Dabney, Tom Mannachreck, Will Thompson, Jonathan Roen, Joe Mahar, Rick
Heck, Dave Hullinger, Keith Belden,Nick Salmon, Jerry Gaston, Brian Troth,
Rob Dougherty, Pat Connell
Chairperson Dave Skelton called the meeting to order at 10:05 a.m.
A. FINAL WEEK REVIEW (�A�
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1. Lowell Springer and Tim Mannachreck joined the DRC.
Project Engineer Rick Hixson reviewed the comments from the Engineering Department. City
Engineer Craig Brawner noted that the Preliminary Plat application has to show the location of
the stormwater runoff and where it will go. (Water/Sewer Superintendent Mike Certalic arrived.)
Mr. Springer noted that Montana Power Company will not participate in any way in realigning
North 25"Avenue. (Public Service Director Phill Forbes arrived.)
Mr. Springer asked Mr. Hixson if a second access is required. Mr. Hixson noted it isn't from an
Engineering standpoint. Mr. Springer noted that last week Fire Marshal Chuck Winn didn't seem
too concerned about a second access. Senior Planner/Chairperson Dave Skelton noted since the
required second access is a zoning requirement, the Planning Office would list the second access
as a condition.
Mr. Springer reported that at a meeting held to discuss the construction of the streets in that area,
everyone seemed to look favorably at a cooperative effort in getting them installed. (Chief
Building Official Neil Poulsen arrived.) Mr. Springer asked if the condition pertaining to street
construction would hold if the area landowners built the streets. Mr. Hixson noted that the
construction of North 25"Avenue would be required. Mr. Mannachreck noted that these
conditions are unchanged, therefore, they will have to go to the City Commission to see about
getting help with the construction of the streets. Mr. Brawner noted there could be some
flexibility in constructing North 25"Avenue as the secondary access for Phase 1. He noted an
SID would get the streets completed with everyone paying a fair share. Mr. Brawner and Mr.
Mannachreck continued discussing the timing of the installation of the streets and the possible
creation of an SID to construct them.
There were no continents from the Fire or the Water/Sewer Departments.
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Mr. Springer asked if the creation of the SID would cover the financial guarantee conditions. Mr.
Brawner noted it would, however, the timing of the SID would govern whether or not building
permits could be issued when the applicant wants them.
2. Connell Motor Service Bays MiSP/COA#Z-98103 - (Skelton)
1735 West Main Street
- A Minor Site Plan Application with a Certificate of Appropriateness to allow a
2,669 sq. ft. addition on the west elevation for service bays.
Jerry Taylor, Dan Kamp, and Pat Connell joined the DRC. Senior Planner/Chairperson Dave
Skelton reviewed his conditions. Mr. Connell took exception to the conditions on work done
prior to this time, as in conditions#1 and#3. He noted he would put up a bond to guarantee the
landscaping irrigation system and the removal of the barbed wire. He noted he has a problem
with vandalism and wanted suggestions for dealing with it. Mr. Kamp noted that the barbed wire
fence has been in existence for a long time. Planner/Chairperson Skelton asked if it was there
before 1973. Mr. Kamp noted it probably wasn't, then asked if the landscaping shown is that
which was previously approved. Planner/Chairperson Skelton noted that it is, however, there is a
requirement for the inclusion of a boulevard tree every 50 feet. Mr. Kamp noted that was no
problem.
There were no comments from the Engineering Department.
Greg McGaard, Fire Department, reviewed comments from Fire Marshal Chuck Winn. Chief
Building Official Neil Poulsen noted that these issues won't stop the process at this time, however,
when it comes time to review the building permits, the separations have to be in place. He
discussed the building code issues. He noted they will be allowed to do the expansion, however,
they need to bring the whole building up to code. Mr. Kamp noted that the proposed building is a
separate building and he feels that the existing building is a separate issue. Mr. Connell noted the
fire doors that have been installed in the latest addition. Mr. Poulsen noted that the sprinklering
of the existing building is a separate process.
Planner/Chairperson Skelton noted he would modify conditions#1 and#3 as#1 can be financially
guaranteed and#3 to allow the issuance of the building permit prior to the removal of the barbed
wire.
Public Service Director Phill Forbes moved, seconded by Mr. Hixson, to conditionally approve
the proposal as per the conditions and modifications of conditions of the DRC. The motion
carried 6-0. Chairperson/Planner Skelton noted he will compile the conditions and fax them to
Mr. Kamp today.
3. Wok CUP#Z-98118 - (Olsen)
319 North 7t"Avenue
- A Conditional Use Permit to allow serving beer and wine. (Final of a two
week review Z
Herman Chan joined the DRC. Planner Jody Olsen reviewed her comments. She noted that one
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of the accessible parking spaces has to be van accessible.
Project Engineer Rick Hixson moved, Water/Sewer Superintendent Mike Certalic seconded, to
approve as per DRC conditions. The motion carried 6-0.
4. Crocker MiSub Pre-Application Application #P-9835 - (Arkell)
328 North Church Avenue
- A Minor Subdivision Pre-Application Application to allow the creation of two
lots, one for an existing 4-plex and one for a new single family residence. Final of a
two week review)
Rob Dougherty joined the DRC. Assistant Planning Director Debbie Arkell presented the history
of the project and her comments.
Project Engineer Rick Hixson reviewed his comments. Planner Arkell noted that condition#6
may not be necessary as there is no sewer main extension necessary. Water/Sewer Superintendent
Mike Certalic concurred, noting that a private easement would be required across Lot 1 for the
water service to Lot 2.
Mr. Dougherty noted that the sewer service is the main concern. He noted that the July 20th City
Commission hearing for a COA for the property needs to be postponed to allow time to redesign
the project. He agreed that the existing water service lines need to be replaced as well as the
sewer service. Chief Building Official Neil Poulsen and Mr. Dougherty discussed the location of
the proposed sewer service.
Chairperson Skelton noted that the comments will be compiled by Planner Arkell and sent to the
applicant.
B. SECOND WEEK REVIEW
I. Adam Bronken Sports Complex MaSP#Z-98121 - (Olsen)
Extension of Cottonwood and Durston
A Major Site Plan Application to develop a sports complex.
Brian Troth joined the DRC. Planner Jody Olsen presented the application, noting that this is an
artificial lot. She noted her preliminary comments are all zoning issues and presented them to Mr.
Troth.
City Engineer Craig Brawner noted that the timing of the installation of the infrastructure may
hold up the building permits. He noted a concern with the parking arrangement and the accesses.
Mr. Troth noted that most of the work is being done on a donation basis. He noted that the
streets are the main concern, however, the building will not be constructed for several months.
Discussion continued on proposed irrigation system,parking, and the possible need for variances
for street improvements.
Chairperson Skelton noted that a recommendation to the PB will be needed next week.
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2. Ranch and Home Expansion MaSP/COA#Z-98120 - (Skelton)
2275 North 7"' Avenue
- A Major Site Plan Application to allow an approximately 20,000 sq. ft.
addition to the existing retail structure.
Nick Sahnon and Jerry Gaston joined the DRC. Chairperson/Senior Planner Skelton presented
the application, noting the Planning Office has no comments other than questions on the
greenhouse. Mr. Salmon noted they plan to move the existing greenhouse to a new location and
install a water service line. Chief Building Official Neil Poulsen asked that they install the water
service line with a permit this time.
Chairperson/Planner Skelton asked what will happen in the outdoor display area. Mr. Salmon
noted the squeeze chutes will be displayed there. The hanging racks on the side of the building
will be removed to allow parking of truck-trailer rigs. Mr. Salmon asked what part of the plans
the folks in California will review. Mr. Poulsen noted the structure plans would be reviewed in
California.
Chairperson/Planner Skelton noted that a recommendation to the Planning Board will be made
next week.
3. Montana Meadows Annexation #A-9707 - (Arkell)
North of Durston, West of Cottonwood
An Annexation Application to annex 159 acres.
4. Montana Meadows MPA#P-9740 - (Arkell)
North of Durston, West of Cottonwood
- A Master Plan Amendment Application to amend the Master Plan from Rural
Residential to Urban Residential.
5. Montana Meadows ZMA#Z-97132 - (Arkell)
North of Durston, West of Cottonwood
- A Zone Map Amendment Application to change the zoning from A-S
"Agricultural Suburban"to R-3 "Residential, Medium Density" and B-1
"Neighborhood Service District".
Keith Belden, Morrison-Maierle, joined the DRC. Assistant Planning Director Debbie Arkell
presented the application, noting that the DRC could extend the review for a week if more review
time is needed. She noted that Staff is generally opposed to the annexation as the property is
outside the sewer service area and the City's Urban Growth Area, however, they recognize the
long-range planning benefits of annexing the land now for future development. She discussed the
easements and dedications for future streets and comments from last week.
Discussion followed on the sewer main capacity, the unavailability of gravity flow feed for sewer
service, and the need for a sewer lift station,
Planner Arkell asked when they want to do final comments. The DRC chose to finalize them the
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28th of July.
C. INITIAL WEEK REVIEW
1. Bridger Peaks Town Center MaSub & Zoning PUD #P-9834, #Z-98119 -
(Saundef s)
Northeast corner of North 19'h Avenue and Oak Street
A Major Subdivision Application and a Zoning Planned Unit Development
Application to allow the subdivision of 42.24 acres into 13 lots for a commercial
Planned Unit Development. (First of four reviews) (Members received these plans
last week in a separate courier delivery.)
Keith Belden joined the DRC. Associate Planner Chris Saunders presented the application. He
noted issues with water, sewer, and the road system. He asked for the timing for the construction
of Tschache Lane and North 15th. He noted another concern is with stormwater. Also, they are
proposing to do an improvements agreement for the Final Plat conditions for installation of water,
sewer, and roads. He noted the application is complete enough that the applicant is seeking
approval for no further review by DRC, etc, only building permit review. Chief Building Official
Neil Poulsen noted there are some very specific restrictions to allow the interconnection of the
structures and would require 60 foot setbacks all the way around them. He discussed the issues
further.
Planner Saunders discussed issues in a B-2 district. Discussion followed on future streets, timing
of the installation of the street, the Phases of the project, and infrastructure. Keith Belden noted
they will ask for consideration for Lot 5, so they can begin construction, install the storm drainage
infrastructure, and inquire into the need for a 310 permit.
Planner Saunders asked for preliminary comments in two weeks with final comments due in three
weeks.
2. The Gallatin Center MaSub and Zoning#P-9834 & #Z-98119 - (Arkell)
West of North 19th Avenue between Baxter Lane and Valley Center Drive
A Major Subdivision Application and a Zoning Planned Unit
Development Application to allow the subdivision of 142.36 acres into 27 lots for a
commercial Planned Unit Development.
(First of four reviews)
Keith Belden joined the DRC. Assistant Planning Director Debbie Arkell presented the
application,noting that it is very similar to the previous application. She noted that the only lot to
be developed as a part of this application is the lot for the Target Store. She noted the variances
the applicants will be requesting, and the existing locations of sewer and water. City Engineer
Craig Brawner noted that water service will be a problem. Planner Arkell noted they want to
construct Target before water is there,however,they don't plan to open until water is available.
She noted they are asking for casinos to be allowed, and the Planning Staff is opposed to that use
due to the recent creation of the Casino Overlay District. She asked for preliminary comments in
two weeks and final comments the following week.
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Water/Sewer Superintendent Mike Certalic offered comments. Planner Arkell commented that
the design team followed most of the comments from the pre-application review.
3. Parking Commission Parking Lot MISP/COA/Dev#Z-98110 - (Skelton)
108-110 South Black Avenue
A Minor Site Plan Application with a Certificate of Appropriateness to allow
the removal and relocation of two existing residential units and the installation of a
parking lot.
Chairperson/Senior Planner Dave Skelton presented the application, noting that the applicants are
requesting a variance on the width of the ingress/egress and on the landscape island. He noted he
is not concerned about the landscape island,however,the narrowing of the ingress/egress may not
be supported by the Planning Office.
Water/Sewer Superintendent Mike Certalic presented his comments. Chief Building Official Neil
Poulsen noted they will need a moving permit.
D. INFORMAL REVIEW
1. Hospital Expansion Informal - (Arkell)
915 Highland Blvd.
An Informal Review for advice and comment regarding a proposed addition to
the Bozeman Deaconess Hospital.
Rick Heck and Dave Hullinger joined the DRC. Assistant Planning Director Debbie Arkell noted
the process they hope to follow, noting the proposal is for less than a 20% expansion.
Public Service Director Phill Forbes noted that even though the addition is less than 20%, it is
over 20,000 sq.ft. and therefore, he feels the expansion should require site plan review.
Mr. Heck described the expansion proposed,noting it is a two floor expansion. Planner Arkell
asked if any sewer or water lines will have to be moved. Mr. Heck noted they will not, however,
they will need to increase the size of the water lines. He asked if the City has any restrictions on
the heli-pad as it will have to be moved.
Mr. Forbes noted that any floor drains in the garage will need a grit and oil separator. Mr. Heck
continued his explanation of the proposed expansion.
Mr. Hullinger asked for assistance in calculating impact fees and building permit fees;then
discussed obtaining partial permits, tying into existing fire sprinkler and water/sewer services. He
asked about the need for a full review. Mr. Forbes noted his realm for approving 20% expansions
is rather narrow, however, he's not sure this project will qualify. Planner Arkell noted that it may
be quicker to go through the three week DRC review if Mr. Forbes will have to get comments
from all City agencies. She noted if the Planning Director and Public Service Director determine
that it is an application for the City Commission review, then it will go before them.
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Mr. Nickelson moved, Mr. Certalic seconded,to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried
unanimously.
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