HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-2024-209 Resolution approving the preliminary plat of Rainier Court Phase 5 submitted by Columbia Ridge Homes LLC RESOLUTION NO. R-2024-209
A RESOLUTION approving the Preliminary Long Plat of Rainier Court Phase 5, a 22-lot
subdivision, located in the vicinity of 406 N. 92nd Ave.
WHEREAS, on September 11, 2024, the City of Yakima Planning Commission ("Planning
Commission") held an open-record public hearing to consider the application for a Preliminary
Long Plat known as "Rainier Court Phase 5," submitted by Columbia Ridge Homes LLC
(PLP#003-23); and
WHEREAS, on September 25, 2024, the Planning Commission issued its Written
Recommendation for approval of the proposed plat, subject to conditions; and
WHEREAS, the proposed application conforms to the City of Yakima Zoning Ordinance,
Subdivision Ordinance, Development Standards Ordinance, Traffic Concurrency Ordinance,
and other applicable land use regulations; and
WHEREAS, at a Closed Record Public Hearing on November 19, 2024, after notice duly
given according to the requirements of the Yakima Municipal Code, the Yakima City Council
adopted the Planning Commission's Recommendation; and
WHEREAS, the City of Yakima has complied with the substantive, procedural, and
notice requirements associated with SEPA, the Growth Management Act, and the Yakima
Municipal Code for the purpose of reviewing the application; and
WHEREAS, the Yakima City Council finds that it is in the best interest of the City of
Yakima to pass the following; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YAKIMA:
Section 1. Incorporation of Recitals. The above recitals are hereby incorporated into
this resolution.
Section 2. Incorporation of the Planning Commission's Recommendation and
Conditions of Approval. The Planning Commission's Recommendation is hereby adopted
and ratified by the Yakima City Council as its conditional decision and approval of the
Application herein. A copy of the Recommendation is attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and fully
incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 3. Findings. The Yakima City Council adopts the findings of the Planning
Commission as its own findings herein, and further finds that the requirements of RCW§
58.17.110 have been met.
Section 4. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, or
phrase of this resolution is declared invalid or unconstitutional for any reason, such decision
shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this resolution.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 19th day of November, 2024.
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NOTIFICATION OF THE YAKIMA PLANNING COMMISSION'S
RECOMMENDATION TO THE YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL
DATE: September 26,2024
TO: Applicant,Adjoining Property Owners and Parties of Record
SUBJECT: Notice of the Yakima Planning Commission's Recommendation
FILE#(S): PLP#003-24
APPLICANT: Columbia Ridge Homes LLC
PROJECT 406 N.92nd Ave.
LOCATION:
On September 25,2024,the City of Yakima Planning Commission rendered its written recommendation
on PLP#003-23.A Preliminary long plat for Rainier Court Phase 5 to subdivide 9.64 acres into 22 single-
family lots in the R-1 zoning district.
A copy of the Planning Commission's Findings and Recommendation is enclosed.
The Planning Commission's Recommendation will be considered by the Yakima City Council in a public
hearing to be scheduled.The City Clerk will notify you of the date,time,and place of the public hearing.
For further information or assistance,you may contact the City of Yakima Planning Division at(509)575-
6183 or email:gaktplanning@yakimawa.gov
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Eva Rivera
Planning Technician
Date of Mailing: September 26,2024
Enclosures: Planning Commission's Recommendation
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YAKIMA PLANNING COMMISSION
RECOMMENDATION TO THE YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL
FOR
PRELIMINARY LONG PLAT
PLP#003-23
September 25, 2024
WHEREAS, on December 13, 2023, applications for a Preliminary Long Plat were
submitted by Columbia Ridge Homes LLC,to subdivide 9.64 acres into 22 single-family residential
lots(a further subdivision of Tract A of PLP#003-19), in the Single-Family Residential (R-1)zoning
district, parcel number 1 8 1 3 1 9-22005, and
WHEREAS,the applications were considered complete for processing on August 9,2024,
and public notice was provided, in accordance with the provisions of YMC Ch. 16.10, on August
13, 2024; and
WHEREAS, SEPA Environmental Review was completed with a Mitigated Determination
of Nonsignificance issued on January 16, 2020,which was not appealed (City File SEPA#041-
19); and
WHEREAS,the proposed Application conforms with the City of Yakima Zoning
Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, and other applicable land use regulations; and
WHEREAS, under the provisions of YMC Ch. 14.20, the Yakima Planning Commission
(YPC) is responsible for the review of a preliminary long plat application and for recommending
the approval, modification or denial of each request; and
WHEREAS, on September 11, 2024, the Yakima Planning Commission held an open
record public hearing, to consider the application for a 22-lot single-family subdivision known as
Rainier Court Phase 5(PLP#003-23), to hear testimony from the public and provide a
recommendation to the Yakima City Council; and
WHEREAS,the staff report presented by Senior Planner Eric Crowell recommended
approval of the proposed 22-lot preliminary plat, subject to conditions; and
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WHEREAS, based on testimony received at the September 11, 2024 public hearing, the
Yakima Planning Commission has recommended approval of the plat, subject to conditions.
Now therefore,the Yakima Planning Commission presents the following findings of fact,
conclusions,and recommendation to the Yakima City Council:
APPLICATION#: PLP#003-23
APPLICANT: Columbia Ridge Homes LLC
APPLICANT ADDRESS: 404 S. 51st Ave., Yakima, WA 98908
PROJECT LOCATION: 406 N. 92nd Ave.
PARCEL(S): 181319-22005
I. FINDINGS OF FACT;
A. The applicant requests to subdivide the subject parcel into 22 single-family lots, a
further subdivision of Tract A of PSP#003-19.
B. The subject property is approximately 9.64 acres in size and is surrounded by
agricultural and residential uses and zoning.
C. Testimony was received from the applicant, along with an adjacent property owner
who had concerns with vehicle traffic generating light onto residential properties.
D. The City of Yakima Planning Division provided a detailed staff report to the Planning
Commission for review during its September 11, 2024 public hearing,with the
recommendation of APPROVAL of the proposed subdivision.
E. Subsection 14.20.100(A)(1)—Consistency with the provisions of the City's
Urban Area Zoning Ordinance: The proposed preliminary plat would be consistent
with the intent and character of the Single-Family Residential (R-1)zoning district set
forth in YMC § 15.03.020(B). The single-family residential district is intended to.
1. Establish new residential neighborhoods for detached single-family dwellings free
from other uses except those which are compatible with, and serve the residents
of, this district, which may include duplexes and zero lot lines if established
during the subdivision process;
2 Preserve existing residential neighborhoods for detached single-family dwellings
free from other uses to ensure the preservation of the existing residential
character, and serve the residents of this district; and
3. Locate moderate-density residential development, up to seven dwelling units per
net residential acre, in areas served by public water and sewer system.
Detached single-family dwellings are the primary use in this district. The district is
characterized by up to sixty percent lot coverage; access to individual lots by local
access streets; required front, rear and side yard setbacks: and one-and two-story
structures. The density in the district is generally seven dwelling units per net
residential acre or less.
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This zone is intended to afford single-family neighborhoods the highest level of
protection from encroachment by potentially incompatible nonresidential land uses or
impacts. Nonresidential uses within these zones are not allowed; except for public or
quasi-public uses, which will be required to undergo extensive public review and will
have all necessary performance or design standards assigned to them as necessary
to mitigate potential impacts to adjacent residences.
Duplex and multifamily development up to seven dwelling units per net residential
acre may be allowed in accordance with Table 4-1.
F. Subsection 14.20.100(A)(2)—Consistency with the provisions of the
Comprehensive Plan: The Goals and Policies that apply to this designation and
proposed land use are as follows.
• Goal 2.3. Residential uses. Preserve and enhance the quality, character and
function of Yakima's residential neighborhoods.
c Policy 2.3.1. Provide for a wide variety of housing types within the city to
meet the full range of housing needs for Yakima's evolving population.
a Policy 2.3.2. Preserve and enhance established residential
neighborhoods. Specifically:
c Policy 2.3.2(A). Ensure that new development is compatible in scale,
density, and aesthetic quality to an established neighborhood.
G. Subsection 16.06.020(B)—Consistency Analysis: The following analysis involves
the consistency of the preliminary plat with applicable development regulations. or in
the absence of applicable regulations, the adopted Comprehensive Plan as
mandated by the State Growth Management Act and the Yakima Municipal Code
During project review, neither the City nor any subsequent reviewing body may re-
examine alternatives to, or hear appeals on, the following items identified in these
conclusions except for issues of code interpretation:
1. The type of land use contemplated by the proposal: a residential development in
the R-1 zoning district is permitted on this site so long as it complies with the
conditions imposed by the Yakima City Council, as well as the regulations of the
zoning ordinance, subdivision ordinance, building codes and other applicable
regulations.
2. The level of development: the lot size and contemplated density will not exceed
the allowable level of development in the Single-Family Residential (R-1)zoning
district since the proposed lot sizes satisfy the zoning ordinance requirements.
3. The availability and adequacy of infrastructure and public facilities: The additional
infrastructure that will be provided at the applicant's expense will ensure that
adequate infrastructure and public facilities are available for the proposed
preliminary plat.
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4. The character of the proposal. such as the proposal's consistency with applicable
development standards of the City's Urban Area Zoning Ordinance:
Consideration of specific development standards relating to lot size, access,
potable water, sewage disposal and other features of the proposed preliminary
plat have been discussed in detail within the staff report. With the recommended
conditions, the proposed preliminary plat would be consistent with the
development standards of applicable City ordinances.
II. CONCLUSIONS
A The Planning Commission has jurisdiction.
B. This Preliminary Long Plat complies with the general requirements for subdivision
approval as specified by YMC Ch. 14.20 and 15 05.
C. During project review it has been found that this request is in compliance with YMC §
16.06.020(8)for making a Determination of Consistency as follows:
1. The use is permitted within the R-1 zoning district.
2. All necessary public facilities are available to serve the site.
3. This proposal is consistent with existing development regulations for this location.
D. This proposed subdivision serves the public use and interest and provides for the
possibility of creating new additional housing within the City of Yakima.
E. This preliminary subdivision complies with the goals and objectives of the Urban
Area Comprehensive Plan, Urban Area Zoning Ordinance), and Subdivision
Ordinance).
F. The proposed plat complies with the provisions of RCW 58.17.110 and YMC§
14.20.100, providing appropriately for: the public health, safety, and general welfare,
open spaces, drainage ways, streets or roads. alleys, other public ways, transit
stops, potable water supplies, sanitary wastes, parks and recreation, playgrounds,
schools and school grounds, sidewalks, and other planning features that assure safe
walking conditions for residents of the neighborhood
III. RECOMMENDATION
Based on the testimony and evidence presented during the public hearing, it was moved
and seconded that the City of Yakima Planning Commission draft findings of fact and
forward a recommendation of approval to the Yakima City Council. The motion carried
unanimously.
The Planning Commission of the City of Yakima, having received and considered all
evidence and testimony presented at the public hearing, and having received and
reviewed the record herein, hereby recommends that the City Council of the City of
Yakima APPROVE the proposed Preliminary Long Plat for PLP#003-23, and subject to
the following conditions:
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A. Curb, gutter, and sidewalk shall be installed on both sides of the streets, along with
street lighting, shall be installed;
B. Prior to approval of the final plat, all required improvements shall be constructed or
financially secured according to the standards and requirements of the City Engineer
and YMC Title 12;
C. All lots shall be served with public water from the Nob Hill Water Association and
public sewer from the City of Yakima Prior to final plat approval,written verification
must be submitted to the Planning Division indicating that all sewer and water
extensions have been complete and inspected or financially secured;
D. An eight-foot-wide utility easement shall be dedicated along the front of each lot;
E. An excavation and street break permit shall be obtained for all work within the public
right-of-way. Roads less than five years old can be cut, but will cost 150 percent of
the restoration fee with no PCI discount;
F. All frontage improvements shall be completed or bonded for prior to long plat
approval. Civil engineering plans for public improvements shall be approved prior to
bonding for public improvements;
G. At the discretion of the City Engineer, the owner may bond for required frontage
improvements or enter into a deferral agreement for future participation in the cost of
any frontage and/or roadway improvement of Local Improvement District(LID)which
is constructed abutting the owner's property_ The bond or deferral agreement shall
be executed and recorded prior to or as part of approval of the plat;
H. Fire hydrants shall be placed at the locations specified by the Building Codes,
Planning Division, and the Yakima Fire Department.All lots must be provided with
adequate fire flow;
1. Streetlights shall be installed per the direction of the Engineering Division;
J. This plat shall be subject to the following notes, which must be placed on the face of
the plat:
1 The City of Yakima has no responsibility to build, improve, maintain or otherwise
service any private road for this plat/short plat. Any right-of-way dedicated to the
public by this plat/short plat shall not be opened as a City (or County) street until
such time as it is improved to city street standards and accepted as part of the
City transportation system.
2. The addresses shown on this plat are accurate as of the date of recording, but
may be subject to change. The City of Yakima Building Codes Division is
responsible for the confirmation or reassignment of addresses at the time of
building permit issuance.
3 The owners shown hereon,their grantees and assignees in interest hereby
covenant and agree to retain all surface water generated within the plat on-site;
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K. Irrigation approval is required, and shall be shown on the face of the final plat;
L. A current title report covering the subject property must accompany the final long
plat;
M. Upon preliminary plat approval, the applicant has five years to submit the final plat.
Thereafter, 30 days prior to the expiration of said approval the applicant must submit
to the City Council a written request asking to extend the approval period for a
maximum period of one year;
N. The City shall not issue any building permits until a copy of the recorded long plat is
submitted; and
0 All other requirements of the zoning and subdivision ordinance, although not
specifically set forth herein, shall be complied with in their entirety.
SIGNED this 25th day of September, 2024.
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May e, Chair
Yak Planning Commission
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YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDA STATEMENT
Item No. 8.B.
For Meeting of: November 19, 2024
ITEM TITLE: Closed record public hearing and Resolution to consider the Yakima
Planning Commission's recommendation regarding the preliminary
plat of Rainier Court Phase 5 submitted by Columbia Ridge Homes
LLC, located in the vicinity of 406 N. 92nd Avenue
SUBMITTED BY: Trevor Martin, Planning Manager
*Eric Crowell, Senior Planner
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
This is a preliminary long plat submitted by Columbia Ridge Homes LLC to subdivide approximately 9.64
acres located in the vicinity of 406 N. 92nd Ave. into 22 single-family residential lots. The site is located
in the Single-Family Residential (R-1) zoning district. The Yakima Planning Commission held an open
record public hearing on September 11, 2024, with the findings being signed by the chair on September
25, 2024.
The complete record was distributed to City Council in the agenda packet on November 4, 2024, and can
be found online at: https://www.yakimawa.gov/council/agendas-and-minutes/
ITEM BUDGETED: N/A
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 24-25: A Thriving Yakima
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution.
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution
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