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Home » City Government » Planning Commission » Planning Commission Schedule 2005 (Agendas and Minutes) » Planning Commission Agendas 2005 » October 12, 2005
October 12, 2005
The Lindon City Planning Commission held a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, October 12, 2005, beginning at 7:00 p.m., in the Lindon City Center, City Council Chambers, 100 North State Street, Lindon, Utah.
Conducting: Jim Peters, Chairperson
Pledge of Allegiance: Jim Peters
Invocation: Ron Anderson, Commissioner
PRESENT ABSENT
Jim Peters, Chairperson Gary Godfrey, Commissioner
Ron Anderson, Commissioner Evan Nixon, Commissioner
Matt Bean, Commissioner
Julie Bryner, Commissioner
Marilyn Simister, Commissioner
Adam Cowie, Planning Director
Debra Cullimore, Deputy Recorder
The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES -
The minutes of the regular meeting of September 28, 2005 were reviewed. The following corrections were made:
Page 2, Line 42: change the name “Bryner” to the name “Simister.”
Page 5, Line 21: change the sentence to read “The access was used as a driveway before the home was demolished.”
Page 10, Line 23: add the sentence “Commissioner Simister will remain as Vice Chair.”
Page 10, Line 29: change the name “Anderson” to the name “Peters.”
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 28, 2005 AS CORRECTED. COMMISSIONER BRYNER SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
The minutes of the joint City Council, Planning Commission, and Board of Adjustments training session of September 22, 2005 were reviewed. The following correction was made:
Page 1, Line 14: add the name “Julie Bryner, Commissioner.”
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 22, 2005 TRAINING MEETING AS CORRECTED. COMMISSIONER BRYNER SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
PUBLIC COMMENT –
There was no public comment.
Mr. Cowie took this opportunity to introduce Matt Bean to the members of the Planning Commission. Commissioner Bean has been a resident of Lindon for five years, and lived in Pleasant Grove for seven years prior to moving to Lindon. Commissioner Bean works in property management and real estate. He is married with five children.
CURRENT BUSINESS –
1. Site Plan – Linden Nursery – 535 North State Street. This is a request by Ben Platt of Linden Nursery to construct a new building on the existing nursery property. The new structure would be located behind the current office and would consist of an employee break area and warehousing for pallets and nursery items. The property is located in the General Commercial (CG) zone.
Ben Platt was the representative for this item. Mr. Cowie reviewed the application. He stated that the applicant is requesting approval to construct a new building on the existing nursery site. The new building will be used for warehousing of materials and will also house an employee break room area. Mr. Cowie stated that there are no engineering concerns associated with this application. The location of new structure is 400 feet from the nearest sewer connection. LCC Section 13.12.120 requires anyone within 300 feet of a sewer main to connect to the existing sewer lines. The proposed site of the building does not have a feasible sewer connection within 300 feet, and is therefore allowed to install a septic system which will be regulated by the County Health Department. The County will conduct inspections to assure the septic system is compliance with related codes.
Mr. Cowie noted that the only significant staff concern related to this application is service for fire protection. Commissioner Anderson inquired as to the location of the nearest hydrant. Mr. Platt stated that there are no hydrants located on the frontage of the Nursery site. Mr. Cowie noted that it would be necessary to provide access and a turn around area large enough to accommodate a fire truck. Mr. Platt stated that the current access to the site will accommodate 53 foot semi-trucks, and should be sufficient to accommodate a fire truck. Mr. Cowie stated that any motion for approval should include an inspection and approval from the fire marshal.
Commissioner Bryner inquired as to the square footage and elevations of the proposed building. Mr. Platt stated that the building will be 32 feet by 48 feet, and will be constructed using a wood frame with gray siding and a red roof. Mr. Platt noted that wood had been considered for the exterior of the elevations. However, the wood exterior on the existing building is beginning to warp, and the applicants felt that siding would require less maintenance and retain a new look for a longer period of time. Commissioner Anderson noted that code specifications prohibit the use of metal siding on State Street. Mr. Platt stated that the siding will be vinyl with a wood grain appearance. Mr. Cowie reviewed City code regarding allowable materials for elevations on State Street, which indicated that vinyl siding is allowable.
The Commission discussed specific requirements for approval of the septic system in relation to the ditch and pond near the site. Mr. Platt noted that the proposed septic site meets separation requirements from other water sources on the site. Mr. Platt indicated that current standards require no ground water within six feet of the surface at the site of the septic system, and the current septic system site had no ground water within seven feet of the surface.
Commissioner Simister asked Mr. Platt to explain the proposed floor plan of the building. Mr. Platt reviewed the layout of the floor plan, which will include storage areas, a restroom, and an employee break room area. Commissioner Simister asked if there would be water in the break room. Mr. Platt stated that there will be a sink and a toilet in the restroom area, and an additional sink in the break room area.
Chairperson Peters called for further comments or discussion. Hearing none, he called for a motion.
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE SITE PLAN FOR LINDEN NURSERY TO CONSTRUCT A NEW BUILDING AT THE PROPOSED LOCATION WITH THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. THAT THE BUILDING AND ANY FIRE SUPRESSION SYSTEM BE APPROVED BY THE FIRE MARSHALL.
2. THAT THE APPLICANT OBTAINS PROPER APPROVAL FROM THE COUNTY FOR THE SEPTIC SYSTEM.
COMMISSIONER BRYNER SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
2. Site Plan – Paul Magleby – 1291 West Center Street. This is a request by Paul Magleby to construct a new office building next to his existing office and cabinet manufacturing business in the Industrial zone.
Paul Magleby was present as the representative for this application. Mr. Cowie stated that the site is located across from the LI zone, but is actually located in the HI zone, which requires a three acre minimum lot size. Mr. Cowie noted that state code allows up to ten lots to be created by deed rather than a subdivision plat. Written approval from the City must accompany the deed at the time of filing. Mr. Cowie stated that Mr. Magleby will record a deed which describes the entire property. Mr. Magleby noted that a cross easement to the trash enclosure will be included in the deed description.
Mr. Magleby explained that it came to the attention of the City that the boundary line on the legal description runs through the building on the site. Mr. Magleby is proposing an adjustment to the property line which will correct the lot and create the required three acre parcel. Mr. Magleby noted that he previously created a one acre parcel to use as collateral for a loan. He was unaware at that time that creation of the smaller parcel was not allowed.
Commissioner Bryner inquired as to the square footage of the proposed building. Mr. Magleby stated that the building will be approximately 5800 square feet. Mr. Cowie presented drawings of the proposed elevations, which meet standards for the zone. Commissioner Bryner noted that the landscaping requirements appear to have been met. Mr. Magleby reviewed existing and proposed landscaping on the site.
Mr. Cowie asked Mr. Magleby if any outside storage is proposed for this site. Mr. Magleby stated that there may be some temporary parking of vehicles on site, but no outdoor storage is expected. He also noted that decorative stone panel fence will be installed in place of the existing chain link between this site and the neighboring property. Commissioner Bryner pointed out that any elements on the approved site plan would be required upon final inspection of the site.
Chairperson Peters called for further discussion. Hearing none, he called for a motion.
COMMISSIONER BRYNER MOVED TO APPROVE THE REQUEST BY PAUL MAGLEBY FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL OF THE NEW OFFICE BUILDING AND RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO THE CITY COUNCIL WITH THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. THAT THE NORTH/SOUTH PARCEL LINE WHICH DIVIDES THE PARCEL BE DISSOLVED.
2. THAT THE EXISTING PROPERTY LINE AROUND THE CABINET MILL BE MAINTAINED AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN.
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
3. Minor Subdivision – Lindon City Public Works Plat “B” – 946 West Center Street. This is a request for approval of a 1-lot subdivision to accommodate newly acquired property for the Public Works facility.
It came to the attention of the City that this application was approved at a previous meeting, and did not require further action from the Planning Commission.
4. Planning Commission Meeting Schedule – This is a review of the proposed 2005 Planning Commission meeting schedule to discuss cancellation of the November 23rd and December 28th meeting dates.
Mr. Cowie noted that this item had been discussed at the regular meeting on September 28, 2005, but it was necessary to publicly notice the cancelled meetings as agenda items.
COMMISSIONER BRYNER MOVED TO CANCEL THE REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS OF NOVEMBER 23, 2005 AND DECEMBER 28, 2005. COMMISSIONER SIMISTER SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS – Reports by Commissioners
Commissioners had no new business to report. Commissioner Bryner noted she was pleased with the progress on the 200 South street project.
PLANNING DIRECTORS REPORT –
Mr. Cowie reported on the following items:
1. The City Council is reviewing the R3 Overlay ordinance, and has placed a sixty day moratorium on applications for R3 projects. The Planning Commission will review any proposed changes to the ordinance. Mr. Cowie reviewed specifics of the ordinance, and changes which are being considered.
2. Mr. Cowie reviewed the conditions of approval by the City Council of the Utah Power/PacifiCorp Conditional Use Permit application.
3. The City Council recommended review of the Deep Lot Ordinance. Any recommended changes will be reviewed by the Planning Commission.
4. The City Council authorized the Mayor to reappoint Commissioner Anderson and Commissioner Peters Godfrey for additional two year terms. The length of the terms has been adjusted from three years to two years in order to stagger the completion of terms to maintain continuity as changes are made. Chairperson and Vice-chairperson will be voted on during the second regular meeting of 2006.
5. As requested by Chairperson Peters, staff has reviewed specified locations for sexually oriented businesses. Mr. Cowie noted that changes to the code may need to be considered to include a specification location rather than setbacks from neighboring development.
6. Two permits for pole signs on the freeway have been issued. Mr. Cowie noted that the City Council had adjusted the separation distance between electrical signs from 500 to 400 feet.
ADJOURN –
COMMISSIONER SIMISTER MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 8:43 P.M. COMMISSIONER BRYNER SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
APPROVED – October 26, 2005
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Jim Peters, Chairperson
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Adam Cowie, Planning Director
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