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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COMMISSION
BOZEMAN , MONTANA
May 15, 1989
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The Commission of the City of Bozeman met in regular session in the Commission
Room, Municipal Building, May 15, 1989, at 2:00 p.m. Present were Mayor Stiff, Commis-
sioner Hawks, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Goehrung, City
Manager Wysocki, City Attorney Becker and Acting Clerk of the Commission Lathrop.
The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence.
None of the Commissioners requested that any of the Consent Items be removed for
discussion.
Minutes
It was moved by Commissioner Hawks, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that
the minutes of the regular meeting of May 8, 1989 be approved as amended. The motion
carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Hawks,
Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Goehrung and Mayor Stiff;
those voting No, none.
Open bids - one 1989 sanitary landfill compactor
This was the time and place set for opening of bids for one 1989 sanitary landfill
compactor for the Sanitation Division. The City Manager reminded the Commission that this
item has been budgeted In the Capital Improvement Program.
The affidavit of ,publication of the "Call for Bids" was presented.
It was moved by Commissioner Vant Hull, seconded by Commissioner Martel, that
the bids for one 1989 sanitary landfill compactor be opened and read aloud by City Attor-
ney Bruce Becker. The motion carried with the following Aye and No vote: those voting
Aye being Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Goehrung, Commis-
sioner Hawks and Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
The following bids were then opened and read:
Western Plains Machinery Co.
Billings, Montana
Tractor & Equipment Co.
Billings, Montana
$148,117.00
$199,970.00
It was moved by Commissioner Martel, seconded by Commissioner Goehrung, that
the bids be referred to staff for review and a recommendation to be submitted at next
week's meeting. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye
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being Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Goehrun9, Commissioner Hawks, Commissioner
Vant Hull and Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
Swanson on behalf of Pata onia, Inc., re
Ms. Emily Swanson, Operations Manager of Patagonia Mail Order, Inc., a subsidiary
of Patagonia, Inc. located at 1609 West Babcock Street, Bozeman, presented to the Commis-
sion a check in the amount of $5,000 as a contribution to the City of Bozeman's
beautification efforts and as a match to Bozeman's Sweet Pea Committee grant of $5,500,
to further promote support from the private sector for the arts and beautification of
Bozeman. Ms. Swanson stated that, ideally, Patagonia wou Id like to see the funds uti IIzed
towards landscape ordinance enforcement; city parks development and maintenance; lining
North 7th Avenue, along with other avenues, with trees; and, planting of trees and
flowers along the city entryways pursued by the Arts and Beautification Coordinator of the
City.
The Commission thanked Patagonia and Ms. Swanson for the generous contribution.
Third quarter budget review
Director of Administrative Services Gamradt presented the third-quarter budget re-
view for Fiscal Year 1989 and further indicated the recommended budget amendments with
their attendant explanations.
Commissioner Hawks' question was answered by Mr. Gamradt stating the reason for
the transfer of spending authority between the water and sewer funds was necessitated by
a severe winter requiring transfer of personnel between the sewer and water departments,
not additional personnel In the departments themselves.
Mayor Stiff complimented the Director of Administrative Services on his ability to
provide the Commission with concise and well written reports.
It was moved by Commissioner Goehrun9, seconded by Commissioner Hawks, to ac-
knowledge receipt of the Third Quarter Budget Review and to authorize the Mayor to sign
the budget amendments. The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those
voting Aye being Commissioner Goehrung, Commissioner Hawks, Commissioner Vant Hull,
Commissioner Martel and Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
Appointment to Board of Adjustment (1)
It was moved by Commissioner Hawks, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that
the Commission appoint Jody B. May to replace by Jeff Ball on the Board of Adjustment,
with a three-year term to expire December 31, 1991. The motion carried by the following
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Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Hawks, Commissioner Vant Hull,
Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Goehrung and Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
Discussion - FYI Items
City Manager Wysocki presented to the Commission the following "For Your Informa-
tion" items.
(1) Letter from Commissioner Vant Hull regarding Sister Cities.
(2) The City Manager informed the Commission of his absence this coming Friday
to attend the monthly M.M.I.A. meeting in Helena.
(3) City Manager Wysocki indicated this coming week will complete the first
go-round of budget sessions with the respective department heads; subsequent meetings
will be scheduled for budget adjustments.
(4) Commissioner Vant Hull requested the Commission's clarification of the Rules
of Procedure, specifically the section that allows a Commissioner to bring a subject up once
the item has been dispensed with by the Commission, suggesting the item should only be
brought back if two or more Commissioners concur.
Commissioner Martel stated there is a procedure in place and he feels it should be
followed.
Commissioner Vant Hull requested a motion on the subject; Mayor Stiff responded
that, as Chair, it was inappropriate to consider a vote at this time.
(5) Commissioner Goehrung stated he would be late for the meeting of the 30th
due to school conflicts; he will arrive approximately 3:00 p.m.
(6) Commissioner Goehrung informed the Commission that this coming Thursday
will be the final session of the Leadership Bozeman seminars which he has attended; a
summary report will be forthcoming to the Commission.
(6) Mayor Stiff referred to the evaluations of the City Manager and the Clerk of
the Commission which are included in the packet requesting these evaluations be returned
to the Clerk by next Monday.
(7) Commissioner Hawks informed the Commission of a meeting which took place
last week between the Beautification Committee, Sweet Pea Committee, the City Manager
and himself to discuss the upcoming position of the Arts and Beautification Coordinator and
attendant selection committee. The subcommittee, comprised of Emily Swanson, Ralph
Johnson (Chair), Kathy Dawkins, Bob Hawks, and City Manager Wysocki (ex officio),
plans to short-list the seven candidate applications received to three, then interview for a
recommendation, and present to the Committee of the whole; and, the Committee of the
whole will make their selection of the Coordinator during their Tuesday evening meeting
and forward their recommendation to the City Commission.
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It was moved by Commissioner Vant Hull, seconded by Commissioner Martel to ap-
point Commissioner Hawks as the Commission's representative on the selection committee for
the Arts and Beautification Coordinator position. The motion carried by the following Aye
and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Martel, Com-
missioner Goehrung,Commissioner Hawks and Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
(8) Commissioner Goehrung stated that the Arts Advisory Committee has been
working on similar projects that the Beautification Committee Is and requested that
consideration be given. to merging the two groups. City Manager Wysocki suggested this
item be placed on an upcoming agenda to include filling an impending vacancy on the
Beautification Committee. Commissioner Goehrung stated one member of the Arts Advisory
Committee remains that being Katherine Helzer.
Staff Update, RFQ Planning Process, Planning Director Andrew E. Epple
Planning Director Epple distributed three RFQ's chosen by the Implementation
Committee from twelve responses received from planning consulting firms around the
nation. They are Kelly & Potter of Pueblo, Colorado, being land use attorneys in con-
junction with Jim Duncan and Associates; BRW of Denver, Colorado being an engineer-
ing/architecture/planning firm joint-venturing with Hamer, Siler & George, a planning
consulting firm; and, Buckhurst, Fish, Hutton & Katz of New York City.
Mr. Epple stated he and Commissioner Hawks, as representative on the Implementa-
tion Committee, considered this time as appropriate to Invite the Commission to share in
the interview proce,ss scheduled for Thursday, May 18. The Committee further suggested
that the City and County Commissioners, Planning Board members and Zoning
Commissioners, as well as City Manager Wysocki, Director of Public Service Phill Forbes,
and Mr. Sam Glanfrandsco of the County meet personally with representatives of these
firms on Thursday during the three meals scheduled: breakfast beginning at 7:30 a.m. at
the Baxter Hotel, Lunch at 12:00 noon at the GranTree, and dinner at 6:00 p.m. at
Gallatin Gateway Inn. Following the breakfast and luncheon meetings, the group plans to
tour the jurisdictional areas and the planners' respective offices to include critical planning
items from those offices. Friday will include In-depth formal interviews between the
selected firms and the Implementation Committee, with the hopes that the process could be
complete by mid-afternoon Friday.
Planning Director Epple informed the Commission that the three firms will then sub-
mit a formal detailed proposal to the Implementation Committee no later than the following
Friday, May 26, 1989. He noted that two of the firms made comment that it would be dif-
ficult for them to meet the detailed scope of services given the amount of dollars and time
frame budgeted ; they would prefer to submit a proposal of what they could accomplish
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based on the time-and-dollar budget.
Commissioner Vant Hull asked if the firms have seen the Transportation Plan; Plan-
ning Director Epple responded they had not but that the subject was mentioned in the
RFQ. He indicated It will be further covered on Thursday.
City Manager Wysocki asked that If those two firms who voiced doubts concerning
their ability to meet the proposal requests were not chosen, does the third remaining firm
become the successful candidate by default.
Andy Epple stated that following similar discussions with the Implementation Commit-
tee and the firms currently involved, it is understood that the proposals due on May 26
may not cover the full scope requested, rather the proposals will be submitted based on
what that firm can do for the tlme-and-dollar budget offered. Further, the RFQ requested
the firms list other groups they might use in accomplishing what they propose to do
including specific functions of those groups.
Responding to Mayor Stiff's query, Planning Director Epple stated the scope of
services was sent out as a preliminary document outlining, in general terms, the kinds of
planning and regulatory problems the community was experiencing; that It was felt once
the firms were exposed to the area and its problems, they would be able to respond with a
proposal that wouid meet our needs given the constraints of the time-and-dollar budget.
Planning Director Epple responded to Commissioner Vant Hull's question by stating
that the New York firm and the firm from Pueblo stated the scope was too large given the
budget and time constraints of the request. He further stated that a fourth firm, from
Illinois, withdrew their response.
The Planning Director responded to Commissioners' concerns by stating that the
firms have been directed toward policy concerns of the request, and touched lightly on the
fact that maps can consume a budget quickly.
Commissioner Hawks responded to the City Manager's queries concerning what spe-
cifics will be requested from the firms by stating that ultimately the Master Plan must first
be In place before the successful consulting firm can create the zoning documents. Com-
missioner Hawks presumed some mapping may have to be accomplished to formalize the con-
ceptual guidelines that the firm will use In creating the zoning documents; that implementa-
tion will take place simultaneously, some during this process. He noted those firms being
considered should be considered on their creativity as well as their planning expertise.
City Manager Wysocki stated that specifics must be itemized in the request.
Commissioner Martel stated the firms should be considered by their approach to the
Items that are submitted.
Commissioner Goehrung requested specifics be presented to the Commission by the
Implementation Committee before any decision is made.
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Commissioner Hawks stated that the City/County Planning Board is the entity that
will put In place the end result of the successful firm's product; that the final result and
their recommendation will be given to the Commissions for their approval. Commissioner
Hawks stated the responsibility of the update of the Master Plan belongs to the
City/County Planning Board; and the Zoning Commission Is to help with the zoning code.
Mayor Stiff suggested an independent individual be identified to run the public
hearings as has been accomplished in the past for other such matters. Mr. Epple com-
mented that there is an advantage to having a consultant run the publ Ie hearings, thereby
removing staff and elected officials from a politically tenuous position. He noted the
con,sultant would be a disinterested third party; and it would be preferable to have the
consultant conduct the public hearings.
City Manager Wysocki suggested a joint meeting of both the City and County Com-
mission and to appoint a joint hearing officer.
Commissioner Hawks commented on Mayor Stiff's statements regarding the unsuitable
timing of the Ad Hoc Committee's request for Commission participation, since the
information was available a couple of weeks ago, by saying the appointed Ad Hoc Committee
has attempted to Inform the Commission, formally and informally.
Mr. Epple extended a request on behalf of the Ad Hoc Committee that the Commis-
sioners attend as many of the Thursday functions as possible, and to RSVP by Wednesday.
He further informed the Commission that the County has extended a challenge to the City
Commission to pay i the expense of those board members planning to attend as a form of
appreciation for their volunteered efforts on behalf of their respective boards and the
City.
Consent Items
City Manager Wysocki presented to the Commission the following Consent Items.
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Claims
It was moved by Commissioner Vant Hull, seconded by Commissioner Martel, that
the Commission approve the Consent Items as listed above, and authorize and direct the
appropriate persons to complete the necessary actions. The motion carried by the follow-
ing Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner
Martel, Commissioner Goehrung, Commissioner Hawks and Mayor Stiff; those voting No,
none.
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Recess - 3:10 p.m.
Mayor Stiff declared a recess at 3:10 p.m., to reconvene at 7:00 p.m., to conduct
the scheduled public hearings.
Reconvene - 7:00 p.m.
Mayor stiff reconvened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of conducting the
scheduled publ ic hearings.
This was the time and place set for the public hearing on the Conditional Use Per-
mit requested by Ken LeClair to allow construction of a planned unit development contain-
ing 31 condominium units and 4 single-family detached homes on Blocks 2, 3, 4 and 5, in
Graf's First Subdivision, Second Filing. The site is more commonly known as 1755
Highland Boulevard.
Mayor Stiff opened the public hearing.
Ms. Debbie Arkell, Assistant Planner, stated there were four letters received from
the public on the subject: three in opposition, and one in favor of the project. Those in
opposition to the project are Robin and Robert Moore of 1210 South Pinecrest Drive;
Charles and Nadine Kistler of 907 O'Connell Drive; and a recently received letter from
Brian Cooke, 1814 Kenyon Drive. All voiced concerns regarding a condominium develop-
ment in a single-family residential area, the increased traffic generated by such a develop-
ment, and the proposal to change Josephine Park access.
The one letter of support was received from Lyle and Laurie Howell, 904 O'Connell
Drive, stating the development would be an asset to the neighborhood and further stated
it is their feeling that off-street and motor vehicle access is not needed for Josephine
Park.
The Assistant Planner stated the applicant Is proposing to develop a five-phase
Planned Unit Development on the subject property, and that he is in the process of
amending the subdivision plat to vacate Lovelace Drive, Sweet Street and a portion of
O'Connell Drive, aggregating the 24 lots in Blocks 3, 4 and 5 into one lot. A private road
system will then be designed to serve the development. The four single-family lots In
Block 2 will be served by Kenyon Drive, a public street which is currently undeveloped.
Kenyon Drive must be completed to City standards before these lots are developed.
Planner Arkell further stated that if the Highwood Estates Planned Unit Development
is approved by the Planning Board and City Commission, it will consist of 31 condominium
units, eleven of which will be two-unit structures, three of which will be three-unit struc-
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tures. The middle unit of each structure will be two stories. These units will be
developed on Blocks 3, 4 and 5; and four single-family detached custom homes will be
constructed on four lots in Block 2. Ail roads, off-street parking stalls, and landscaped
areas in the condominium development will be classified as common open space, that being
60% of the development which exeeds the 30% requirement; and it will be owned and
maintained by the property owners' association. Kenyon Drive, which serves the four
single family lots in Block 2, will remains pub"lie street. The developer has listed 26-foot
wide streets when in fact only 20-foot-wide streets are required.
Ms. Arkell indicated that the proposed building heights would be limited to the
24-foot R-2 District requirement, Indicating that the proposed height, based on the
accepted measurement theory, Is only 23-1- feet.
The Assistant Planner indicated the Zoning Commission recommended denial of this
application during their April 25, 1989, meeting based on the criteria of site drainage,
parkland access and the quality of the development. Subsequently, the developer, his
representatives, the planning staff, Park Superintendent and the Director of Publ ic
Service met to address these concerns. It was decided that adequate engineering, berming
and ponding in the proposed drainage areas would mitigate the problem. During this
meeting, four options for vehicular access to Josephine Park and the City water tank were
discussed. They were: (1) widening of the existing road which would provide level
parking, and refencing the area around the tank; (2) utilizing the existing 30' sanitary
sewer easement; (3) eliminating the 30' sanitary sewer easement, relocating it to the
northern boundary and utilizing that as the particular access; and (4) the developer
purchasing the City-owned lot south of the water tank and using it as park access. This
fourth option was discouraged by the Director of Public Service In that it would
necessitate further purchasing of property to properly develop the access.
The Recreation Advisory Board's concerns were listed by Planner Arkell as follows:
The Board felt it was acceptable to vacate Lovelace and Sweet Streets; however, they did
not feel public vehicular access was necessary into Josephine Park. Further, the Board
would like to see a 15-20' trail along the north boundary of the property extending from
Kenyon Drive to Highland Boulevard thus providing the needed access to the park. It
would be desirable to have some on-street parking spaces on the north end of Kenyon
Drive and to retain the access road to the water tank between Lots 3-A and 4-A.
Following review of the Recreation Advisory Board's letter, Planner Arkell stated
that the Director of Public Service suggested utilizing Option No.3, which would relocate
the existing 30' sanitary sewer easement to the north and combine it with the existing
linear park trai I, thus providing 51' of access for both pedestrian and vehicular access to
the park.
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Planner Arkell then reiterated the recommended denial of the application by the
Zoning Commission.
Mr. Mike Money, 105 Teton Avenue, representing the applicant, indicated that no
activity has taken place In the subdivision since its platting in early 1980. He further
noted that no Improvement bonds were sold; and according to a note on the Final Plat, if
improvement bonds are not sold, the Plat may be vacated.
Mike Money described the proposed development stating that due to the unique de-
sign constraints based on the topography of the parcels and the water tower placement
causing drainage problems, a creative development approach is necessary. Mr. Money
stated the developer is asking approval for 31 units when in fact the zoning regulations
would allow 44 with 0 lot line development being permitted. Further, Mr. Money stated
that the question of the quality of Mr. LeClair's development should not be an issue
pointing to Mr. LeClair's Woodbrook, Riverside, Cedarwinds and Southbrook developments
(whose quality speaks for themselves). He further stated that pedestrian traffic has been
addressed so as to keep it to a minimum within the development, based on the developer's
past experience with occupants who have Indicated this activity is an aggravation. Park
access has been deterred by curfew restrictions because of past abuse in the area.
The development proposed is to be completed in five phases beginning in the winter
of 1990 and concluding in the winter of 1996, allowing change to meet the market's needs.
Mr. Money then summed up his presentation by stating the development meets, and
in most cases, exceeds zoning requirements; and the drainage problem can be addressed
through several previously discussed alternatives.
Mayor Stiff clarified with Mr. Money that the applicant agrees to all of the
conditions I isted by staff.
Mr. Money responded to Commissioner Vant Hull's question by stating there will be
no garbage enclosures--the garbage is within the individual units themselves and hauled
by private owners. The parking will be screened with either heavy landscaping or
fencing.
Commissioner Goehrung asked Mr. Money to elaborate on the applicant's request to
adjust siting of structures to meet future demands. Mr. Money responded that should a
multi-floor unit need to be changed to a single-level unit, the structure may need
expanding to accommodate window requirements and desired floor space, with a single car
garage rather than a double-car garage. The boundaries, as described, will never be
exceeded nor wi" density be increased. Further, the market can change dramatically in
five years; and the developer is asking flexibility to meet those changes.
Mayor Stiff asked Assistant Planner Arkell If the height and density restrictions for
this development are the same as required in single-family developments. Ms. Arkell
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responded that the density allowed in the R-2 district, through the Planned Unit
Development process, is five per acre, while the Subdivision Regulations allow seven units
per acre. The applicant is proposing 3.6 units per acre.
Responding to Mayor Stiff's question on the park access, Ms. Arkell stated that
ideally the access prOblem would be solved jointly by the Park Superintendent and the
Director of Public Service in conjunction with the Recreation Advisory Board and the
developer.
The Mayor then asked if pursuing Option 3 wouldn't terminate that existing access
until Phase 5 was realized. Assistant Planner Arkell responded that all access would then
come off Kenyon Drive with the exception of the City-owned property.
Commissioner Martel suggested park access could occur through Kenyon Drive over
the City-owned lot until the developer completes Phase 5 of the project. Ms. Arkell
responded it would be possible if an agreement existed with the City. She further
explained that Option #3 may not be feasible because of engineering problems with sanitary
sewer lines; and further study by staff is warranted.
City Manager Wysocki responded to Commissioner Vant Hull's suggestion by stating
it would encourage foot traffic to cross Highland Boulevard when, in fact, the Commission
made a conscious decision to discourage foot traffic across Highland Boulevard.
Commissioner Vant Hull suggested the foot traffic would go to Highland and then to Kagy
Boulevard south. Ms. Arkell added that taking footage from easements would reduce the
road size.
Responding to Commissioners' Martel and Vant Hull questions of TV antennas and
dishes, Ms. Arkell stated they must meet setback requirements.
Mr. Mike Money informed the Commission that Mr. LeClair is willing to plant trees
in the park and is willing to maintain them if the City is willing to provide the water, and
to do so until such time as the City is willing to assume responsibility for them.
Mr. Money then responded to Commissioner Hawks' concerns of proper drainage for
the development by indicating the water would drain thru the natural drainage boundary to
the northeast.
Answering Commissioner Vant Hull's questions, Mr. Money responded the square
footage of each unit will be from 1,600-1,800 square feet plus on one level; the two-story
units will be closer to 2,000 square feet each and within the 24-foot height requirement,
measuring from the mean line with actual pitch height of 27 feet. Further, the units will
not be placed within the ridge line of the property.
Commissioner Vant Hull voiced concerns regarding the height of the units that will
be placed on the ridge at a later date; and, when new height restrictions are instituted,
would those new restrictions be enforceable if the Commission approves this subdivision
now.
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Mr. Money responded that if a building permit is secured in the near future and
kept active, the current height restrictions would be enforceable for all future development
of this subdivision.
Mr. Money then responded to Commissioner Hawks' question by stating the applicant
is agreeable to signing a Waiver Of Protest for future SI D's and sidewalk installation on
Highland Boulevard and O'Connell Drive as long as it does not exceed half of a required
local street standard including sidewalks.
Assistant Planner Arkell responded to Commissioner Vant Hull's concerns regarding
future units becoming rentals by stating that the Home Owners' Association covenants
would be reviewed by the Planning Director as per proposed Condition No.3.
No one was present to speak in support of this conditional use permit.
Speaking in opposition of this conditional use permit were:
Lucy Cook, 1814 Kenyon Drive, opposed because the zoning is being changed from
the R-2, single-family zoning to two-story multi-family dwellings; and because changing
the access of Josephine Park from Kenyon Drive will create an unplannned increase in
traffic.
Mr. Jim Veltkamp, 1804 Kenyon Drive, stated he was not aware of the plans to
place the water tank at its present location nor was he aware of the lack of covenants for
the area. He stated that during construction of his home, vandalism occurred twice on his
property, and there is a constant battle with excessive drinking and parties that take
place at the water tank. Mr. Veltksmp stated that since the 8 o'clock curfew was imple-
mented, the situation has Improved significantly. He also stated that he objects to the
height of the buildings surrounding his property, and the proposed access to the park.
Commissioner Vant Hull questioned the height requirements as it relates to the
Bozeman Municipal Code. Assistant Planner Arkell responded that building height means
the vertical distance from the average elevation of the proposed finish grade at the front
of the building, the highest point ofa flat roof, the deck line of a mansard roof, and the
mean height (which Is the half height being discussed here) between eaves and ridge
for gabled, hip and gambled roofs.
Mayor Stiff responded to Mr. Veltkamp's question by stating there are options to be
considered when the Commission makes their decision after the public hearing is closed.
Commissioner Vant Hull asked Mr. Veltkamp if he and his neighbors would support
this application if the code was changed to decrease the roof height requirement. Mr.
Veltkamp responded affirmatively. Mayor Stiff then commented he felt Commissioner Vant
Hull's questions were not apropos to the public hearing now being conducted, and the
remaining Commissioners concurred.
Commissioner Vant Hull then request-ed the City Attorney research the issue of
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allowing the Commission to add a condition restricting heights of buildings.
Ken LeClair, developer, stated the only view that would be "broken" in this
development is that of the water tank from the community's view.
Mayor Stiff closed the public hearing.
It was moved by Commissioner Martel to waive the customary one-week waiting
period. The motion died for lack of a second.
Mayor Stiff announced a decision on this application for a Conditional Use Permit for
will be forthcoming in one week.
Break - 8:09 - 8:14 p.m.
Mayor Stiff declared a break from 8:09 p.m. to 8:14 p.m., in accordance with
Commission policy established at their regular meeting of March 14, 1983.
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This was the time and place set for the continued public hearing on the Conditional
Use Permit requested by by David Jarrett to allow the expansion in range of permitted
uses on Lots 1, 2 and 5 of Tai Lane Addition. The site is more commonly known as 5-19
Tai Lane.
Mayor Stiff opened the continued public hearing.
Tom Sheely, Assistant Planner, stated the application before the Commission is a
request by Mr. David Jarrett to expand the allowable uses on the subject property without
the requirement for a Conditional Use Permit in the B-1 district. He further stated that
Lot 1 currently has several business uses including a restaurant, laundry, grocery store,
clothing and shoe repair store, and some apartments. Additional parking is proposed as
per staff's recommendation based on highest use of the subject property.
Mr. Sheely informed the Commission that staff's concerns regarding the lack of
adequate fire protection for the existing structures has been addressed through two
options: if the applicant does not tie into City water, then he may, by agreement with
the City and approved by the Fire Marshal, come up with an alternative system, or the
applicant may tie Into the hydrant that Excellence Theatres will be Installing in their
expansion. The Assistant Planner reported that the Director of Public Service
recommended that the applicant tie into City water with no alternatives.
Assistant Planner Sheely stated that the applicant, Mr. Jarrett, has improved his
property with curbing and a partial sidewalk; and Lincoln Street has been paved indicating
that most improvements are almost complete. He further stated that the Director of Public
Service recommended the applicant sign a waiver of protest for SI D's to improve Lincoln
Street.
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Mr. Sheely reported that the Zoning Commission recommended approval of this
application subject to 12 conditions during their meeting of April 25.
Mr. David Jarrett, 3309 Sundance, indicated there are two B-1 districts in
Bozeman, one of which he controls, and that there is no duplication of use between the
two. He further stated that the request before the Commission is an effort to consolidate
the process.
In referring to Condition No.3, Mr. Jarrett stated that the total amount of square
footage of Lot 4 will be a maximum of 4,000 square feet.
Mr. Jarrett opposes Condition No. 4 stating that he objects to waiving his rights to
protest years in advance of an improvement thereby placing a lien on his property.
Addressing Condition No.6, Mr. Jarrett stated he felt it was an impossibility to
install a looped water system, noting the cost was prohibitive considering he owns a small
percentage of the surrounding property that would benefit from this installation. He noted
there is City water running from Kagy Boulevard to the Sawtooth Apartments with
Excellence Theatres extending that water to the central portion of this B-1 district. Mr.
Jarrett stated it may be possible for him to extend that service to his property if the flow
rate could accommodate the tie-in.
Mr. Jarrett then stated he has no problems with the remaining proposed conditions
for approval of his application.
Commissioner Vant Hull addressed the possibility of the applicant providing a
property boundary barrier other than a wooden fence. Mr. Jarrett responded that there
is currently a lilac hedge planted. To the west is a horse pasture which currently
precludes any vegetation-type planting; and that it is an easement for the water to the
apartments. Mr. Jarrett indicated that he has considered a future currant bush planting
for the area in question.
Tom Sheely responded to Commissioner Vant Hull's query by stating that this
applicant is going through the CUP process for this B-1 district; other B-1 districts would
have to follow the same process for additional uses in their B-1 district.
Commissioner Martel stated he had concerns about Condition No.4.
Mr. Jarrett stated that he has good water; that the students from the apartments
come over to his complex to get his water; and that he wasn't about to hook his buildings
up to the City water system.
Answering Commissioner Vant Hull's question regarding Condition No.4, the City
Manager stated the applicant would pay half the costs of a local street installation.
Mr. Jarrett indicated he is still paying on an SID right now; Commissioner Vant
Hull Indicated that the current street pavement was installed sometime back, and that
perhaps Mr. Jarrett's SI D is for sewer, not street pavement.
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Speaking In support of this application was:
Lyle Carter, owner of Village Cobbler, stated he enjoys the location and supports
this application.
No one was present to speak in opposition of this appl icatlon.
City Manager Wysocki Informed' the 'Commission that half a local street is 17 feet of
mat with curb, gutter and sidewalk and attendant base; and that the past pavement
project on Lincoln Street is not part of a current SID. He further noted the types of
businesses being proposed must have adequate fire protection service as Is required of any
other such businesses in Bozeman. If basements are used, the City requires sprinklers as
protection for the public. Our policy Is to accept either the street being put in place, as
per our needs, or signing a waiver so that the City can accomplish the installation at a
later date. The City Manager then clarified the conditions.
Commissioner Martel stated he considered Condition No. 4 as punitive. Mr. Jarrett
responded that he is not opposed to an SI D for Lincoln; but he does not want to sign
away his right to oppose or promote the creation of an SID or improvement to that street.
He noted that the University owns half of the property abutting the street, and therefore
feels their wishes would prevail.
Mr. Jarrett commented that if the City chose to instatl a traffic light at South 19th
Avenue and West Lincoln Street, he would be willing to participate in that Sl D.
Commissioner Hawks, referring to Condition No.4, stated that the policy for
requiring a waiver of protest on adjacent streets during the conditional use process is in
his view a representation of an uneven approach to distribution of these obligations; that
staff has in the past indicated broadening the policy to include all people who might be
impacting a particular street. He then asked how long will it be before that policy is
brought to the Commission. The City Manager responded to Commissioner Hawks by
stating staff has not received that direction from the Commission, and that staff is
currently attempting to meet past directives of the Commission now.
Mayor Stiff closed the continued public hearing.
It was moved by Commissioner Goehrung, seconded by Commissioner Hawks that the
the customary one-week waiting period be waived. The motion carried by the following
Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commissioner Goehrung, Commissioner Hawks,
Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Martel and Mayor Stiff; those voting No, none.
It was moved by Commissioner Hawks, seconded by Commissioner Vant Hull, that
the Commission approve the Conditional Use Permit requested by David Jarrett to allow the
expansion in range of permitted uses on Lots 1, 2 and 5, Tai Lane Addition, subject to
the following conditions:
1. The following uses shall be allowed, without a Conditional Use Per-
mit, on Lots 1 and 5 of the Tai Lane Addition to the City of
Bozeman. Only those activities completely enclosed within a building
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will be permitted:
Financial Institutions
Beauty Salons, Barber Shops, Tanning Salons
Professional and Business Offices
Aerobic, Gymnastic and Fitness Centers
Nonalcoholic entertainment centers
Arcades
Art and Music Supply Stores
Equipment Sales and Service
Food and Drug Stores
Clothing Stores
Flower Shops
Video Sales and Rentals
Other Similar and Compatible Uses as approved by the Plan-
ning Director
2. The final site plan for this project must include an additional snow
storage area, and proposed curbing and paving details and section;
3. The applicant shall provide a total of 34 off-street parking spaces
for Lot 1 in full compliance with Section 18.62 of the Zoning Code
including paving, curbing and striping. Any proposed parking ar-
eas in addition to this requirement shall also conform to Section
1 8.62 of the Code;
4. The property owner must complete the engineering design and con-
struction of Lincoln Street curb, gutter, and one-half local street
paving adjacent to the property, or the property owner shall sign a
waiver of right to protest for the creation of a Special Improvement
District for the above improvements to Lincoln Street;
5. Detention of the storm drainage from the site must be provided
on-site. Treatment of storm waters for oil and sediments must also
be provided. A complete, engineered drainage plan must be submit-
ted and approved by the City Engineer's Office;
6. A looped waterline with fire hydrants must be provided for this site
and the existing building shall be connected to City water service.
Alternatively, a water supply system capable of providing adequate
fire flow for the subject property and approved by the City Fire
Marshal shall be provided with a water supply system plan with an
acceptable time frame to the City Fire Marshal prior to Final Site
Plan approval;
7. A waiver of right to protest creation of a Special Improvement Dis-
trict for the installation of traffic lights at the intersection of
Lincoln and 19th Avenue shall be signed by the property owner;
8. The parking lot proposed for the west portion of the subject proper-
ty shall be screened from the adjacent II RS-l" residential district per
Section 18.62.120 of Zoning Code;
9. The existing structure on Lot 1 shall be inspected and certified by
the City Building Official and City Fire Marshal as meeting the re-
quirements of the Uniform Building and Fire Codes prior to final site
plan approval;
10. Three copies of the final site plan containing all the conditions, cor-
rections and modifications, approved by the City Commission shall be
submitted for review and approval by the Planning Director within
six (6) months of the date of City Commission approval or prior to
the issuance of a building permit, or business license for the
project, whichever comes first. One signed copy shall be retained
by the Planning Director, one signed copy shall be retained by the
Building Department, and one signed copy shall be retained by the
applicant;
11. If parking improvements are not installed prior to final site plan ap-
proval, the applicant shall enter Into an Improvements Agreement
with the City. Detailed cost estimate, construction plans, and meth-
ods of security shall be made a part of that agreement. The Agree-
ment must be secured by a method of security equal to one and one
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half times the cost of the scheduled improvements not completed at
that time;
12. The Conditional Use Permit shall be valid for a period of 18 months
following approvai of the final site plan. Prior to the permanent re-
newal of the permit at the end of that period, the applicant must
satisfy all the conditions In the grantin9 of the permit. An on-site
inspection will be made and a report made to the City Commission for
their action. If all reqI,Jired conditions have been satisfied, the per-
mit will be permanently renewed.
The motion carried by the following Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being Commission-
er Hawks, Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Martel, Commissioner Goehrun9 and Mayor
Stiff; those voting No, none..
Adjournment - 9: 05 p.m.
There being no fur~her business to come before the Commission at this time, it was
moved by Commissioner Vant Hull ,seC~nded by Commissioner Martel, that the meeting be
adjourned. The motionca,.,.led tt)1,~tf1~t:fpllowing Aye and No vote: those voting Aye being
Commissioner Vant Hull, Commissioner Martel , Commissioner Goehrung, Commissioner Hawks
and Milyor Stiff; those voting No, none.
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