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HomeMy WebLinkAbout005_the lumberyard Narrative24 NOVEMBER 2021 the lumberyard | Zone Map Amendment TABLE OF CONTENTS 0 the lumberyard | Zone Map Amendment 2 INTRODUCTION ZONE MAP AMENDMENT A1DevelopmentReviewApplication_11242021 AdjoiningPropertyOwners_11242021 N1Noticing_11242021 ZMAZoneMapAmendment_11242021 ZMAMapExhibit_11102021 3 4 9 10 11 NARRATIVE GRAPHICS DOCUMENTS PLANS 1 2 3 4 5 VICINITY MAP FUTURE LAND USE MAP PROPOSED ZONING April 16th July 2nd, 2021 Douglas W. Pezoldt 15273 LS INTRODUCTION 1 the lumberyard | Zone Map Amendment 3 INTRODUCTION Overview ‘the lumberyard’ is proposing a new mixed use development centrally located on the north side of Bozeman between the main thoroughfares of 7th and 19th Ave and within the Midtown Urban Renewal District. The development is considering phased construction across three lots in an effort to provide a variety of commercial services and housing types. In order to realize this vision, our application proposes a change of zoning designation that will allow the creation of a vibrant neighborhood with close proximity to jobs, services, and Gallatin Valley views. This development will prioritize offering valuable community amenities, while connecting to existing transit lines including shared pathways for walking and bicycles as a means of transportation. Design Guidelines The zoning objectives of ‘the lumberyard’ were designed in line with the City of Bozeman’s Future Land Use Plan, Growth Policy, Unified Development Code, and Bozeman Community Plan. These documents and others are referenced throughout the application. The project is located within Blocks 2 and 3 of the PT Land PUD, a planned commercial development approved in 2007. Since the date of approval, the City UDC has changed to incorporate nearly all of the PUD’s design guidelines into the code. The project will be designed in accordance with the PUD guidelines/relaxations that still remain applicable. Land Use ‘the lumberyard’ is approximately 11.89 acres located just south of Baxter Lane and I-90 between N 11th and 15th Ave. The site is currently in Bozeman City Limits. All north south streets will connect the site to W Oak St as a prominent traffic transit corridor with commercial services and residential neighborhoods flanking both sides. Current Site Images illustrate an undeveloped site with potential for seamless connection to the existing commercial and residential fabric in the surrounding areas. The proposed zoning is in alignment with the Future Land Use Map which illustrates a desire to provide opportunities for Regional Commercial and Services. 2 the lumberyard | Zone Map Amendment 4 PROJECT NARRATIVE PROJECT NARRATIVE A. Is the new zoning designed in accordance with the growth policy? How? Yes, the Future Land Use Map in the Bozeman Community Plan 2020 designates the property as Regional Commercial and Services. The Regional Commercial and Services designation correlates with several zoning districts including UMU, PLI, B-2, and the zoning proposed, B-2M. The site is currently zoned as B-2 and we proposing changing it to B-2M. The B-2M zoning will allow various housing options and community commercial space tailored to the surrounding neighborhoods and increasing the connection to existing transit centers, as a goal of the development. The composition of commercial/service and residential uses would increase walk-ability with the objective to shorten the proximity between home, work, and services. Additional pedestrian and light vehicular traffic would be a boom to established local businesses in the area and help support new business that may be looking for a site to start or expand. Additionally, this site will occupy an otherwise barren parcel of a land in a centrally located area of Bozeman with direct access to primary collector streets, transit networks and neighborhood services. B. Will the new zoning secure safety from fire and other dangers? How? Yes, ‘the lumberyard’ will be served by the City of Bozeman’s emergency services, including police and fire. The proposed access network extends current roads to provide multiple routes and access points for emergency vehicles to adjacent neighborhoods, in addition to serving ‘the lumberyard’. Future site development will conform to City of Bozeman public safety, building, floodplain, and land use requirements in compliance with the UDC, as well as all applicable building codes to help secure safety from fire and other dangers. C. Will the new zoning promote public health, safety and welfare? How? Yes, all future development will require site plan review and compliance with the City’s Unified Development Code which ensures the promotion of public health, safety and general welfare. This proposed zoning change allows for additional housing alternatives and provides open space. It is anticipated that this project will increase roadway connectivity using public access easements, facilitating decreases in emergency vehicle response times. ZONE MAP AMENDMENT 2 the lumberyard | Zone Map Amendment 5 PROJECT NARRATIVE ZONE MAP AMENDMENT (Cont.) D. Will the new zoning facilitate the adequate provisions of transportation, water, sewage, schools, parks and other public requirements? How? Yes, The City conducts extensive planning for municipal transportation, water, sewer, parks, and other facilities and services provided by the City. The adopted plans allow the City to consider existing conditions and identify enhancements needed to provide additional service needed by new development. The development of public infrastructure improvements to serve the property will be required to conform to the City of Bozeman’s adopted standards which require properties to construct public infrastructure and/or pay impact fees, assessments, and taxes to support transportation, water, sewer, school, parks, and other public requirements. The City implements these plans through its capital improvements program that identifies individual projects, project construction scheduling, and financing of construction. ‘the lumberyard’ includes an access road network that will enhance community connectivity. The intent is to extend the existing utilities as required to serve the project. ‘the lumberyard’’s open spaces intend to connect nearby open spaces and parks to provide a variety of gathering, residential amenities and recreation alternatives while providing a safer pedestrian experience. As is stated in the UDC, the designation of a zoning district does not guarantee approval of proposed development plans until the City verifies the availability of needed infrastructure and services. Future submittals will be reviewed for compliance with the City’s codes to ensure appropriate levels of transportation, water, sewer, schools, and parks are provided. Site plans, subdivision proposal, or other development applications will ensure adequate capacity for all required municipal services. E. Will the new zoning provide reasonable provision of adequate light and air? How? Yes, The Unified Development Code includes requirements for providing adequate light and air including park and recreation requirements, maximum building height, on-site open space requirements, lot coverage, and setback requirements. Future development of the property will be subject to these provisions and that of the Building Codes which have standards for ingress and egress, ventilation, and related subjects that further support the provision of adequate light and air. 2 the lumberyard | Zone Map Amendment 6 PROJECT NARRATIVE ZONE MAP AMENDMENT (Cont.) FIGURE 2.9: EXISTING 2017 ROADWAY VOLUME TO CAPACITY RATIOS FIGURE 3.1: PROJECTED 2040 ROADWAY VOLUME TO CAPACITY RATIOS FIGURE 2.14: BICYCLE LEVEL OF TRAFFIC STRESS F. Will the new zoning have an effect on motorized and non-motorized transportation systems? How? Neutral, the commercial and residential allowed in B-2M will likely result in increased traffic along N 11th, N 14th and N 15th Ave which see limited traffic now, but were included in the analysis of the Bozeman Transportation Master Plan (reference below). W Oak St will likely see an increase in traffic - however based on the projected roadway analysis for 2040, this increase in traffic was expected. Sidewalks and trails will also see an increase in traffic as this development will encourage a connection to existing bicycle and sidewalk pathways. However, the intent of the neighborhood is to provide opportunity to live within a walkable proximity to work, trails, and services that currently require vehicular transportation. The 2017 Transportation Plan, Figure 2.9 indicates there is remaining capacity on both W Oak St and 7thth Avenue. Additionally, the 2017 Transportation Plan projects to 2040 and considers the capacity of the transportation network with additional development. Chapter 3 of the plan describes this process. Figure 3.1 shows additional capacity available even with additional development as new links in the transportation system become active. The future development supports an opportunity to connect to the existing bicycle traffic fabric of Bozeman. This analysis is shown in Figure 2.14 below. The routes directly adjacent to the site are rated as acceptable for the average adult encouraging that form of travel to surrounding services. This improves the non-motorized transportation system. SITE SITE SITE 2 the lumberyard | Zone Map Amendment 7 PROJECT NARRATIVE ZONE MAP AMENDMENT (Cont.) G. Does the new zoning promote compatible urban growth? How? Yes, the Bozeman Community Plan establishes a preferred and compatible development pattern. “The land use map sets generalized expectations for what goes where in the community… The land use categories and descriptions provide a guide for appropriate development and redevelopment locations for civic, residential, commercial, industrial, and other uses. The future land use designations are important because they aim to further the vision and goals of the City through promoting sustainability, citizen and visitor safety, and a high quality of life that will shape Bozeman’s future.” The future land use map designates the property as Regional Commercial and Services. These designations correlate with several zoning districts including the proposed B2-M. Based on the land use map designations and correlated zoning districts in the plan proposed, the zone map amendment would promote compatible urban growth. Per the Midtown Action Plan “The previous B-2 zoning did not encourage the redevelopment of the Midtown corridor in the manner envisioned in the area’s adopted neighborhood plan” The change in zoning will help this property meet the expectations currently planned for this area. The growth policy supports infill development on underutilized properties and providing a variety of housing options to meet the needs of residents. The proposed zoning designation enables urban residential development, providing additional housing options to meet Bozeman’s demand. The property is within City limits and is well-served by the City’s transportation and utility networks. Any future development on the site will meet the zoning standards adopted to support compatibility of uses such as setbacks, building height limits, and parking requirements. H. Does the new zoning promote the character of ‘the lumberyard’? How? Yes, The proposed B-2M zoning maintains the predominant commercial and services character of the area with the opportunity to develop a residential use in a variety of housing types. All adjacent parcels are zoned as B-2. There are many similarities between B-2 and B2-M, but a wider variety of residential options offered in B2-M to provide flexibility for the development. At ‘the lumberyard’ the B-2 lots transition to B-2M zoning, which is proposed to incorporate a mix of housing. The commercial component in 2 the lumberyard | Zone Map Amendment 8 PROJECT NARRATIVE ZONE MAP AMENDMENT (Cont.) the B-2M will predominately serve the surrounding neighborhoods with services and job potential, supporting the existing commercial center present in this area and promoting a walkable environment. I. Does the new zoning address the affected area’s peculiar suitability for particular uses? How? Yes, the proposed B2-M district can support many types of urban development that serve the immediate area and broader region, as well as multi-household residential as a possible secondary use. ‘the lumberyard’ is appropriately located adjacent to a commercial and services hub with Kenyon Noble directly to the south and the Bridger Peaks Shopping Center to the west on W Oak St. Additionally, the property is suitable for urban development without major constraints related to floodplains, human-wildlife conflict, steep slopes or other hazards. J. Was the new zoning adopted with a view of conserving the values of buildings? How? There are no existing buildings on the site to evaluate when considering how the values of buildings are being conserved. Any proposed new or expanded structures will be required to meet setbacks set forth in the Bozeman Municipal Code, which will alleviate potential negative impacts to the values of adjacent buildings on bordering parcels in the event of future development on the subject property. Any future development on the property will be subject to standards in the B-2M district which will ensure the conservation of adjacent building values. K. How does the new zoning encourage the most appropriate use of land throughout the jurisdictional area? How? Yes, the Bozeman Community Plan illustrates the most appropriate use of the land. In this case Regional Commercial and Services type development has been identified by the community as the most appropriate types of development for the property. The Unified Development Code contains standards, protections and review processes to ensure the land is developed in ways that protect and promote public health, safety, and general welfare. “The new B-2M code allows new buildings to be built near the street, encourages ground floor commercial, and requires that parking occur on the side or the rear of structures. The goal is to enhance the pedestrian experience along the corridor by reducing the amount of parking in front of and around buildings. These changes were consistent with two goals of the 2015 Midtown Urban Renewal Plan included promoting “Human Scale Urban Design” and supporting “Urban Density Mixed Land Uses.” With the change to B-2M zoning these lots will more appropriately fit the future vision of the area. 4 9 ZMA MAP REQUIREMENTS the lumberyard | Zone Map Amendment VICINITY MAP BOZEMAN HIGH DOWNTOWN GLEN LAKE ROTARY PARK SITE DURSTON RD MAIN ST N 7TH AVE W OAK ST INTERSTATE 90 BAXTER LN STORY MILL PARK N 19TH AVE GALLATIN COUNTY REGIONAL PARK HWY 86 KENYON NOBLE BRIDGER PEAKS SHOPPING CENTER 4 10 ZMA MAP REQUIREMENTS the lumberyard | Zone Map Amendment FUTURE LAND USE MAP | COMMUNITY PLAN 5. REGIONAL COMMERCIAL AND SERVICES Regionally significant developments in this land use category may be developed with physically large and economically prominent facilities requiring substantial infrastructure and location near significant transportation facilities. Due to the scale of these developments, location, and transition between lower density uses is important. Residential space should be located above the first floor to maintain land availability for necessary services. Development within this category needs well-integrated utilities, transportation, and open space networks that encourage pedestrian activity and provide ready-access within and adjacent to development. Large community scale areas in this land use category are generally 75 acres or larger and are activity centers for several surrounding square miles. These are intended to service the overall community as well as adjacent neighborhoods and are typically distributed by a one-to two-mile separation. The importance of future land use is best said in the Bozeman Community Plan with the text accompanying the Future Land Use Map. An except from this narratives states, “Community development oriented on centers of employment and activity shorten travel distances and encourage multi-modal transportation, increase business synergies, and permit greater efficiencies in the delivery of public services.” 4 11 ZMA MAP REQUIREMENTS the lumberyard | Zone Map Amendment PROPOSED ZONING LEGEND B-2M (CURRENTLY B2-M B-2)