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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-27-2022 YPC Agenda Packet1 IaW.117111u1"ON103CO MA10TMelIrb'/ 3WATAaK67g►/IGLIB AWN a Joan Davenport, AICP, Director Planning Division y Joseph Calhoun, Manager CITPlanning 129 North Second Street, 2"' Floor, Yakima, WA 98901 ask.planning(cL>,yakmawa.gov • www.yakin-iawa.gov/services/planning/ype/ City of Yakima Planning Commission ZOOM VIRTUAL PUBLIC HEARING City Hall Council Chambers April 27, 2022 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. YPC MEMBERS: Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Vice -Chair Lisa Wallace, Leanne Hughes -Mickel, Al Rose, Robert McCormick, and Mary Place, Colleda Monick City Council Liaison: Soneya Lund CITY PLANNING STAFF: Joan Davenport (Community Development Director), Rosalinda Ibarra (Community Development Administrative Asst.), Joseph Calhoun (Planning Manager), Eric Crowell (Senior Planner), Trevor Martin (Senior Planner), Albert Miller (Assistant Planner) AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Introduction of new commissioner - Colleda Monick IV. Staff Announcements V. Approval of Meeting Minutes of March 23, 2022 VI. HAP Quarterly Report VII. HAP implementation - Phase 2 VIII. Public Comment IX. Other Business X. Adjourn Next Meeting: May 11, 2022 To listen watch this virtual meeting, please register with your name and email address here: htt s° ci of aki a.zoo sus ebinar re ister N G2He bxHThS 6HuXKGT03A After registering, you will receive emailed instructions for joining the meeting online with your device or by calling in. The meeting will also be recorded and posted on the Y-PAC website. Yakima Pit Ame 'Fq The meeting will also be recorded and posted on the Y-PAC website. 1 . r Visit the Yakima Planning Commission webpage for more information, including agenda packets and minutes. 1994 04-27-2022_YPC Attendee Report Attended User Name (Original Name) Joseph Calhoun (City of Yakima Yes Planning Division) Yes Jacob Liddicoat (YPC Chair) Yes Michael Brown (YPAC) Yes Colleda Monick (YPC) Yes Mary Place (YPC) Yes Al Rose (YPC) Yes Lisa Wallace (YPC Vice -Chair) Yes Sara Watkins (Legal) Yes Leanne Hughes -Mickel (YPC) Yes Eric Crowell Yes Trevor Martin First Name Last Name Email City of Yakima Planning Division Ask. Planning@yakimawa.gov Jacob Liddicoat (YPC Chair) jake@3dyakima.com Michael Brown (YPAC) michael.brown@yakimawa.gov Colleda Monick (YPC) colledamonick@gmail.com Mary Place (YPC) placeml@charter.net Al Rose (YPC) aar7040@gmail.com Lisa Wallace (YPC Vice -Chair) lisakwallace@hotmail.com Sara Watkins (Legal) sara.watkins@yakimawa.gov Leanne Hughes -Mickel (YPC) leanne.mickel@me.com Eric Crowell eric.crowell@yakimawa.gov Trevor Martin trevor.martin@yakimawa.gov Time in Approval Session Registration Time Status Join Time Leave Time (minutes) 4/27/202214:54 4/27/2022 15:33 4/27/202214:58 4/27/2022 15:33 4/27/202214:54 4/27/2022 15:33 4/27/202214:56 4/27/2022 15:33 4/27/202214:56 4/27/2022 15:33 4/27/202214:56 4/27/2022 15:33 4/27/202214:59 4/27/2022 15:33 4/27/202214:59 4/27/2022 15:33 4/27/202215:15 4/27/2022 15:33 4/27/2022 14:58 approved 4/27/2022 14:59 4/27/2022 15:33 4/27/2022 15:08 approved 4/27/2022 15:08 4/27/2022 15:33 Country/Region Is Guest Name 40 No United States 36 Yes United States 40 Yes United States 38 Yes United States 38 Yes United States 38 Yes United States 34 Yes United States 35 Yes United States 18 Yes United States 35 Yes United States 25 Yes United States City of Yakima Planning Commission (YPC) Meeting Minutes via Zoom March 23, 2022 Call to Order Chair Liddicoat called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. Roll Call YPC Members Present: Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Lisa Wallace, Mary Place, Al Rose, Leanne Hughes -Mickel, Rob McCormick Staff Present: Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager, Sara Watkins, City Attorney, Analilia Nunez, Planning Technician Staff Announcements — Planning Manager, Calhoun announced the following: 2022 Comprehensive Plan amendment is The application period ends at the end of The City Clerk's office has received eigf- Yakima Planning Commission. The apl Interviews are anticipated at the begini expected in late April or early May pendir March 9, 2022 Meeting Minutes — It was mo Commissioner Place to approve the meeting mi carried unanimously. applications have been received. t applications for the vacant position on the flication period ends at the end of March. ling of April and the, new commissioner is g Council consideration and approval. �d by Commissioner Rose and seconded by s of March 9, 2022 as presented. The motion Public Hearing - 2022 Text Amendments — Calhoun presented a staff report on TXT#001-22 and SEPA#004-22 - non -project minor amendments to the following Zoning Ordinance Sections: YMC 15.02.020 Definitions, YMC 15.04.040, Table 4-1 Permitted Land Uses; YMC 15.04.0150 Standards for mobile/manufactured home parks; YMC 15.04.060 Accessory Uses; YMC 15.05.020 Site design requirements and standards; YMC"" 15.05.030 Creation of new lots - Subdivision requirements YMC 15.05.055 New development improvement standards; YMC 15.05.060 Administrative adjustment of certainbasic development standards allowed; YMC 15.06.040 Off-street parking standards; YMC 15.09.035 Cottage Housing (new section); YMC 15.09.045' Accessory Dwelling Units; YMC 15.10.020 Administrative adjustment of some development standards authorized; and YMC Ch. 14.35 Binding Site Plans. Commissioner Hughes -Mickel asked for clarification on whether the proposed changes on kennels was included in the changes. Calhoun stated that the proposed change in the definition of pet daycares was included. Shannon Needham spoke during the testimony portion of the hearing and thanked the commissioners for recommending a change to the definition of dog daycares. Chair Liddicoat and Vice -Chair Wallace thanked the commissioner for their work on the proposed amendments. Commissioner Rose thanked Joseph and staff for their work. Commissioner Rose motioned that the Planning Commission draft findings of fact and forward a recommendation of approval to the Yakima City Council. The motion was seconded by Commissioner McCormick. The motion carried unanimously. Other Business — No other business. Adjourn — A motion to adjourn to April 13, 2022 was passed with unanimous vote. The meeting adjourned at approximately 3:22 p.m. Chair Liddicoat Date -1- This meeting was filmed by YPAC. Minutes for this meeting submitted by: Analilia Nunez -2- OTHIMINIMIA 9,upirterly Housing Action Plan Update 1. Background In July 2017, the City adopted its 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Based up on population projections developed by Yakima County, the plan anticipates 17,167 additional people by the year 2040. Using Yakima's average household size of 2.68 people, this equates to about 295 dwelling units per year and a total of 6,406 dwellings during the planning period. 2. Permits Issued A total of 1,810 dwellings have been permitted since 2018 (Data available through February 2022). This accounts for 28% of our 2040 goal. 3. Completed Development The Codes division began tracking completed permits number of bedrooms to be reported in our permit tracking system in August 2021. In addition, a new report is being generated monthly that tracks completed permits which have received a Certificate of Occupancy. The data includes remodels that add additional bedrooms, studio and 1-bedroom units, 2-bedroom units, and 3+-bedroom units. In total, 161 units were completed between August 2021 and February 2022. 4. Current housing projects in review / Recently approved projects The following projects are currently being reviewed by the Planning Division or have been recently approved • Anahi Investments LLC 0 5 duplex units (10 units total) at 1506 E Beech St o Decision Issued — Appeal period ended 3/18 • Rainier Court Phase 2 Final Plat 0 25 Single -Family Home Lots at 406 N Ave o Final review processing by Planning and Engineering • Anderson Park Phase 4 Preliminary Plat 0 30 Single -Family Home Lots in the vicinity of Occidental and . Newly annexed area of the City. o Notice of Application and Environmental Review 3/25 • Fortify Holdings LLC Mixed Use Building o Conversion of Howard Johnson Hotel (9 N St) to 128 Studio Apartments with ground -floor commercial o Decision issued 3/16/22, Appeal Period ends 3/30/22 • Plat of Spring Creek Heights 0 19 lot preliminary plat in the R-1 zone — 7509 Occidental Road o Notice of Application and Environmental Review 3/25 • Powerhouse Road Mobile Home Court Expansion 0 117-unit expansion at 4601 Powerhouse Rd o Preparing notice of application • Yakima Housing Authority 0 54 housing units in the vicinity of 1100 Fruitvale Blvd o Preparing final decision 5. Planning Commission The Planning Commission held a public hearing on 3/23/22 concerning updates to the Subdivision and Zoning Ordinance. The YPC recommended approval and the Council will hold a public hearing on 5/3/22 to consider the recommendation and Ordinance. The proposed amendments include the following: 1. YMC § 15.02.020 — Definitions a. New definition for "Cottage Housing" b. Modified definition for "Development, multifamily" c. Modified definition for "Pet day care" d. New definitions for "Tiny house" and "Tiny house with wheels" e. New definition for "Tiny house communities" 2. YMC § 15.04.030, Table 4-1 — Permitted Land Uses a. Several changes to zones where different housing types can locate and modification to levels of review b. Addition of Cottage House and Tiny House Communities land uses 3. YMC § 15.04.060 — Accessory Uses a. Modification to (F) Cargo Containers to allow them in additional commercial zones as an accessory use, and including additional standards and process requirements. 4. YMC § 15.04.150 — Standards for mobile/manufactured home parks a. Name change of section to "Standards for mobile/manufactured home and tiny house communities. b. Section modified to allow tiny homes and tiny homes on wheels. c. Clarified standards and open space requirements. 5. YMC § 15.05.020 — Site design requirements and standards a. Modification to (E) Setbacks for Residential Accessory Structures to allow structures not needing a building permit to be allowed closer to property lines. b. Modification to (K) Swimming Pools incorporating the definition of `Swimming Pools" within the Washington State Residential Code and allowing for prescribed security measures. 6. YMC § 15.05.030 — Creation of new lots — Subdivision requirements a. Cleanup of outdated language, relying on YMC 15.04.030, Table 4-1 for level of review and density allowances. b. Table 5-1. Design Requirements and Standards. Addition of a new note for the table allowing a 5-foot side yard setback for single-family homes, duplexes, and common wall structures in the R-3 zoning district. c. Table 5-2. Subdivision Requirements. Change to Common Wall Dwelling minimum lot width to 35-feet for all zones where permitted. 7. YMC § 15.05.055 — New development improvement standards. a. Removal of (2015 Edition) identifier for the International Fire Code. 8. YMC § 15.05.060 Administrative adjustment of certain basic development standards allowed. a. Removal of entire section 9. YMC § 15.06.040 — Off-street parking standards a. Addition of Subsidized Low -Income Housing Parking b. Addition of Tiny House, Tiny House with Wheels, Manufactured Home, and Mobile Home c. Reduction of parking space requirement for Multifamily development in the CBD 10. YMC Ch. 15.09.035 — Cottage Housing (New Section) a. New section to allow Cottage Housing Development b. Includes standards for siting, parking, open space, common areas/buildings, etc. 11. YMC § 15.09.045 — Accessory dwelling units a. Removal of minimum lot size requirements b. Modifying water and sewer hookup requirement to within 200-feet of the line c. Allowing an ADU on a lot with well and/or septic with Health District certification 12. YMC § 15.10.020 Administrative adjustment of some development standards authorized a. Removal of `B' Allow zero lot line development or common wall construction in conformance with the provisions b. Clarify that Adj applications are processed under the Type (2) process c. Allow maximum building height to be increased through the Adj process if certain standards are met. 13. YMC Ch. 14.35 — Binding Site Plans a. Adding mobile homes, tiny houses and tiny houses with wheels as allowed uses that can be subdivided using the BSP process b. Allowing a BSP in all zoning districts 6. Permits Page Permit statistics are tracked monthly. For more information and to view previous years, click the link below: #• • i s • MMEMM IN== a. City Council Public Hearing on May 3, 2022 b. These updates implemented the following HAP Objectives and Strategies; i. 1 — Update city regulations to remove barriers to innovative housing types ii. 14 — Revise parking standards in key areas 71111109111111: uJi Kffillllllz*" ' •0 K! a. Additional City -Lead Objectives and Strategies: In -progress by other City Divisions i2 — Make strategic investments in infrastructure (Public Works/Engineering) a. Ongoing — Wastewater master plan update will include additional goals and strategies to extend sewer to existing areas in the city that are on currently on septic. 5 — Develop, acquire, or sell surplus or under-utilized city property (Planning/Legal/City Manager's Office) a. The City has identified several under-utilized properties for housing. Some have gone through the surplus process already, others are awaiting RFP or other process. iii. 12 — Ensure code enforcement does not displace residents (Codes/Legal) a. The Codes division adopted the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) which includes a standardized process to review code compliance cases. iv. 16 — Consider fee waivers or deferrals for affordable housing (Plan n i ng/Codes/Legal/PW) a. The City adopted an affordable housing incentive program (YMC Ch. 7.92) for multi -family low income housing in February 2022. This is a grant program that will allow qualified multi -family to apply for a portion or all of its water and wastewater connection fees. ii. • — Improve permitting and environmental review process iii23 — Encourage micro -retail and flexible cultural space design 7. Create des�gn siandards f0�-I"T1II,,fl-fifamily and rJ-dxed-use developri'ient. LEAD EFFORT OBJECTIVES Aff ordabflity city Older Aduff Options Description. Well -crafted design standards help to expand housing choices while minimizing impacts to adjacent uses and reinforcing the character of the area. They mitigate impacts of density, building massing/scale, parking and vehicle access areas, and service elements. Design standards can be used to promote compatible "infill" development in the downtown core, business districts, and neighborhoods, to incrementally transform automobile -oriented neighborhoods or corridors into more dynamic pedestrian -friendly communities, and to guide the design of new development sites consistent with the community's vision. Universal design is a key element to integrate with design standards. Universal design creates an environment accessible by all people regardless of their age, size, ability, or disability, Universal design features include the layout and design of the home as well as specific features within homes. Typical layouts that accommodate universal design include locating a bathroom and bedroom on the first floor and others, Specific features include handrails or grab bars in the bathroom, doorways sized to fit wheelchairs, a wheelchair -accessible kitchen, and a step -free entryway into the home, multifamily development. The City does allow "I mixed use buildings" as a class I permitted use in all commercial districts. Design standards on a citywide or targeted basis can help the City set expectations for quality and affordable design in new development and prioritize investments in existing neighborhoods lacking infrastructure, recreation, and other features. Addressing design quality can also increase the acceptance and compatibility of new housing types supporting housing type variety. Demand for universal design is expected to grow as the community ages. Considerations. Balanced design standards should promote good design without imposing prohibitively costly standards on new developments, Design standards should focus on form to ensure housing scale and site design is compatible with surrounding neighborhoods. Form based standards that should be prioritized include floor -area - ratio, facade articulation, building massing, height, and bulk, and trees/shade. Integrating development and design standards as complementary standards can help balance design with feasibility. Allowing scaling of standards based on the form of the building rather than the number of units is also a key consideration to avoid discouraging small units on small lots. Design standards should also include allowances i�y nr�j�� "-q VIIIT for modified parking standards, smaller unit sizes and different combinations of attached and detached units. Using a robust community engagement process can help define the vision and identify critical community design issues. This information can be valuable to define what types of developments are acceptable and unacceptable. Consider an approach that utilizes clear minimum standards but offers strategic flexibility with clear guidance in how alternative designs are evaluated. Such an approach offers a good mix of predictability and flexibility and can be tailored to fit the community. Ultimately if offers a community the opportunity to say no if the design doesn't meet the intent while offering applicants flexibility to propose alternative designs. Craft design standards to offer choices in how to conform with particular design provisions, whether it's the techniques to articulate a facade or how to add desired design details to storefronts. Such provisions allow greater flexibility in design and the ability to better control construction costs. Provide plenty of photos and graphics to effectively illustrate the standards. Consider providing multiple good examples so applicants understand there are several ways to meet the standard. Likewise, providing bad examples can be very effective tools at communicating "what not to do." Such illustrations should clearly communicate the standard or standards. Similar to form -based approach, some factors to consider in developing design standards: © Pay special attention to the review process and staffing resources and needs. El Make sure the required design features are economically feasible. * Consider the standard's usability by staff, applicants, and the community * Test key elements of the design standards prior to adoption to ensure that development is feasible from a physical and economic standpoint. (til, Innipm-ove pernr­,flfing and environn-,tental review ,process. LEAD EFFORT OBJECTIVES Aftdabifity HousMg Suppiy City * 0 Description. Providing an efficient, predictable, and user-friendly permitting process can encourage new housing construction by reducing potential confusion or perception of risk among developers as well as lowering their administrative carrying costs, Many City practices facilitate permit processing and provide clarity and speed for applicants, such as the free of charge pre -application meeting, and an on-line permit building permit portal. The City did extensive work on the permit process in 2019 by simplifying permit levels for housing unit types, creating an infill exemption under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), and raising maximum exemption thresholds under SEPA, The City provides monthly and annual permit summaries to track progress. There are potentially other ways in which the City can improve the clarity, speed, and consistency of the permit review process, consistent with legal requirementS.2 Gaps Addressed. Improved permitting and review add clarity and certainty to the development process. This can translate to higher interest in development in Yakima and improvements in affordability. Considerations. Adaptive management through permit procedure audits or studies and refinements can help ensure that permitting improvements are continuous and effective. This could identify additional policy and process changes to improve permit review timelines and communication. Increased electronic capabilities should be introduced. The City recently incorporated Bluebeam electronic plan review software. Additional process or programmatic efficiencies should be looked at as technology continues to advance. -age 1-nicro­retail and flexible cul-k.,iral space design. .23., Encow LEAD EFFORT OBJECTWES City Stabffity Anfi-Disp�acemeM Description. In some cases, displacement occurs when smaller retailers and cultural spaces that anchor communities disappear from neighborhoods. Gaps Addressed. Ensuring affordable commercial spaces in neighborhoods as new development come in can help reduce displacement, Considerations. Preserving existing affordable space is most effective for maintaining affordability. If new space must be built or adapted, it works best to design the ground floor with nontraditional commercial uses, such as a flexible space for different types of businesses and arts organizations.