HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-2019-068 Vista Ridge, Phase 2, Preliminary Plat - Public HearingA RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION NO. R-2019-068
approving the preliminary long plat of Vista Ridge Phase 2, a thirty
two lot single-family subdivision, located in the vicinity of S 72nd
Ave and Coolidge Rd , Yakima, Washington.
WHEREAS, on May 22, 2019, the Yakima Planning Commission held a public
hearing to consider the application for a thirty -two -lot single-family subdivision known as
Vista Ridge Phase 2, submitted by Khushdip Singh & Ramandeep Hans (PLP #001-19),
and,
WHEREAS, on June 4, 2019, the Yakima Planning Commission issued its written
recommendation for approval of the proposed plat subject to several conditions; and,
WHEREAS, the proposed Preliminary Plat conforms with the City of Yakima
Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, and other applicable land use regulations, and,
WHEREAS, at the Closed Record Public Hearing on July 16, 2019, after notice
duly given according to the requirements of the Yakima Municipal Code, the Yakima City
Council adopted the Yakima Planning Commission's Recommendation and instructed the
City's legal staff to prepare a resolution reflecting the same; 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 approve the plat, 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 Planning Commission's Recommendation and
Conditions of Approval. The Yakima Planning Commission's Recommendation is
hereby adopted and ratified by the Yakima City Council as its conditional decision of
approval of the Application herein A copy of the Recommendation is attached hereto as
Exhibit "A" and incorporated herein by this reference
Section 3. Findings. The Yakima City Council adopts the findings of Yakima
Planning Commission's Recommendation as its own findings herein, and further finds that
the requirements of RCW § 58 17 110 have been met.
Section 4. Approval. The Yakima City Council, after reviewing all the evidence
the Yakima Planning Commission's Recommendation and conditions of approval, and
Exhibit A
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Joan Davenport, AICP, Director
Planning Division
Joseph Calhoun, Manager
129 North Second Street, end Floor, Yakima, WA 98901
ask.planning@yakimawa.gov www.yakimawa.gov/scrvices/planning
YAKIMA PLANNING COMMISSION
RECOMMENDATION TO THE YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL
FOR
PRELIMINARY LONG PLAT
PLP#001-19 & SEPA#004-19
June 4, 2019
WHEREAS, On February 7, 2019 applications for Preliminary Long Plat were submitted
by Tom Durant, On behalf of Khushdip Singh and Ramadeep Hans, to subdivide an 8.7 acre
Single Family (R-1) zoned parcel (Parcel# 181332-34002) in to 32 single family lots; and
WHEREAS, The applications were considered complete for processing on March 11,
2019 and public notice was provided, in accordance with the provisions of YMC Ch. 16.10, on
April 8, 2019; and
WHEREAS, SEPA Environmental Review was completed with a Determination of
Nonsignificance issued on April 25, 2019, which was not appealed (City File SEPA#004-19);
and
WHEREAS, 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 May 22, 2019, the Yakima Planning Commission held an open record
public hearing to consider the application for a 32 lot single-family subdivision known as Vista
Ridge Phase 2, submitted by Khushdip Singh & Ramandeep Hans. (PLP #001-19), and provide
a recommendation to the Yakima City Council; and
WHEREAS, the staff report presented by Associate Planner Trevor Martin
recommended approval of the proposed 32-lot preliminary plat, subject to conditions, and
WHEREAS, The Yakima Planning Commission held an open record public hearing on
May 22, 2019, to hear testimony from the public, consider the Preliminary Long Plat, and
provide a recommendation to the Yakima City Council; and
WHEREAS, Based on testimony received at the May 22, 2019 public hearing, the
Yakima Planning Commission has recommended approval of the plat, subject to conditions.
Now therefore, the Yakima City Planning Commission presents the following findings of
fact, conclusions, and recommendation to the Yakima City Council:
APPLICATION # PLP#001-19
APPLICANT: KH Properties LLC
APPLICANT ADDRESS: 1601 W Washington Ave
PROJECT LOCATION: Vicinity of S 72"6 Ave. and Coolidge Ave.
PARCEL(S): 181332-34002
I. FINDINGS OF FACT
1 Subsection 14.20.100(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 Subsection
15.03.020(BC), 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) reserve 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.
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
2. Subsection 14.20.100(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.
Policy 2.3 1.B. Standard single family. Continue to allow for detached single
family dwellings in residential districts.
Policy 2.3.3 Create walkable residential neighborhoods with safe streets and good
connections to schools, parks, transit, and commercial services.
Policy 2 3.3,A Construct sidewalks along all new residential streets.
Policy 2.3.3.E Promote small block sizes to ensure good connectivity and reduced
walking distances between residences and schools, parks, and services. Specifically.
• Low density residential: Blocks between 400- 800 feet long are appropriate
Goal 5.2. Preserve and improve existing residential neighborhoods.
Policy 5 2 1 Invest in and improve quality of life in existing neighborhoods.
Goal 5 4 Encourage design, construction, and maintenance of high quality housing.
Policy 5,4.3. Encourage development of well -designed new housing in coordination
with population growth employment growth, and transportation goals.
3. Subsection 14.20.100(3) -- Consistency with the provisions of this title, Title 14
entitled "Subdivision Ordinance":
All lots in this preliminary plat will have access upon a public street; will be provided
with all necessary public utilities; will exceed the minimum lot size for the R-1 zoning
district of 6,000 square feet for single-family residences, and will meet or exceed the
minimum lot width of 50 feet as measured at the rear of the required front -yard
setback.
4 Subsection 14.20.100(4)(a) -- Appropriate provisions for public heatth, safety and
general welfare:
The construction of new single-family dwellings will complement adjacent uses and
will promote the public health, safety and general welfare as there is a need in the
community for additional housing and the proposed preliminary plat would be
required to comply with all applicable City development standards, and all conditions
of approval specified by the City of Yakima Planning Commission.
5 Subsection 14.20.100(4)(b) — Appropriate provisions for open spaces:
The proposed lots are larger than the minimum lot size required in the R-1 zoning
district. Lot coverage of 60% or Tess in the R-1 zoning district will provide adequate
light and air for future residents in accordance with the standards in the zoning
ordinance without additional open spaces.
6. Subsection 14.20.100(4)(c) — Appropriate provisions for drainage ways:
Drainage system facilities will be provided in accordance with state and local
regulations including the City of Yakima Municipal Code and the Eastern Washington
Storm Water Manual.
7. Subsection 14.20.100(4)(d) — Appropriate provisions for streets or roads, alleys
and other public ways:
The subject property has frontage upon Coolidge Ave and S 72"3 Ave , and
proposes new public streets to provide adequate access to all internal lots.
8. Subsection 14.20.100(4)(e) — Appropriate provisions for transit stops:
Transit Routes Number 3 and 5 have stops along Washington Ave , Approximately
1,500 feet to the north of the site.
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9. Subsection 14.20.100(4)(f) — Appropriate provisions for potable water supplies,
irrigation and other water suppliers:
Public water is required to be used for domestic and fire flow purposes. An adequate
water supply for this development is available from Nob Hill Water Company
10. Subsection 14.20.100(4)(g) -- Appropriate provisions for sanitary waste disposal:
Public sewer is required to service all lots A City of Yakima sewer main lies within
Vista Ridge Ave ., east of the proposed development, and is capable of being
extended to handle the demands of this development.
11 Subsection 14.20.100(4)(h)(i) — Appropriate provisions for parks and recreation
and playgrounds:
The nearest park is located 1.45 miles to the northwest of the proposed preliminary
plat. The proposed preliminary plat is not located in a planned parks and recreation
area. Additional provisions for parks and recreation areas are not necessary within
the proposed preliminary plat due to the size, number and location of the proposed
lots and provisions for playgrounds exist at the schools which children within the
proposed preliminary plat would be attending, and could also be individually provided
on the lots themselves which are of a size which would allow for playground areas as
needed or desired.
12. Subsection 14.20.100(4)(j) — Appropriate provisions for schools and school
grounds:
West Valley Middle and Jr High Schools are located approximately within one mile
to the north of the proposed preliminary plat. No comments were received from the
School District suggesting the need for an additional school at this location.
13. Subsection 14.20.100(4)(k) -- Appropriate provisions for sidewalks:
Sidewalks are required and will be provided along this developments frontage.
14. Subsection 14.20.100(4)(I) — Appropriate provisions for other planning features
that assure safe walking conditions for students who walk to and from school:
Sidewalks will be installed along the frontages of Coolidge Rd., tying into existing
neighboring subdivisions. As part of the subject project. S 72nd Ave. will be partially
built out. This street will eventually serve as a north to south street for residential
traffic in the area, alleviating traffic from Coolidge Rd.
15 Subsection 14.20.100(5) — Public use and interest:
The evidence indicated that this proposed preliminary plat, as conditioned, would be
consistent with neighboring land uses and would help serve the residential needs of
this area. With the recommended conditions, it will comply with the City's zoning
ordinance, subdivision ordinance and comprehensive plan. It will also make
appropriate and adequate provisions for the public health, safety and general
welfare, open spaces, drainage ways, streets, transit stops, potable water, sanitary
waste disposal, parks and recreation, playgrounds and sidewalks, and is in a location
where additional provisions for schools or for additional planning features for
students who walk to and from school have not been recommended or deemed
necessary
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II. Consistency Analysis YMC $ 16.06.020(B).
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 attematives 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 an
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 (lot size, contemplated density) would 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 is not an issue
because the additional infrastructure that would be provided at the applicant's expense
would ensure that adequate infrastructure and public facilities are available for the proposed
preliminary plat.
(4) The character of the proposal, such as the proposal's consistency with applicable
development standards of the City's Urban Area Zoning Ordinance, primarily involves
consideration of specific development standards relating to lot size, access, potable water,
sewage disposal and other features of the proposed preliminary plat which have been
discussed in detail above. With the recommended conditions, the proposed preliminary plat
would be consistent with the development standards of applicable City ordinances,
III. CONCLUSIONS
Based on the foregoing Findings, the YPC reaches the following Conclusions:
1 The YPC has jurisdiction to recommend to the Yakima City Council the approval of a
proposed preliminary plat pursuant to Section 14.20 100 of the subdivision ordinance
2. Notice of the public hearing Sent on April 1. 2019, was given in accordance with
applicable requirements.
3 The SEPA Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS) for this proposed preliminary plat
was issued on April 25, 2019, and became final without any appeal.
4 The proposed preliminary plat was reviewed and approved for traffic concurrency under
the Transportation Capacity Management Ordinance on March 27, 2019
5 This preliminary subdivision complies with the goals and objectives of the 2040
Comprehensive Plan, the intent and purpose of the R-1 zoning district, the provisions of
the Urban Area Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, Title 12's Development
Standards and Chapter 12.08 the Traffic Concurrency Ordinance.
6, This preliminary plat is in compliance with the consistency requirements of Subsection
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16,06.020(B) of the Yakima Municipal Code.
7 With the recommended conditions, the proposed preliminary plat as described in the
application narrative and preliminary plat received February 7, 2019, is in compliance
with the City's Urban Area Comprehensive Plan, subdivision ordinance and zoning
ordinance; makes appropriate and adequate provisions for the public health, safety and
general welfare and for open spaces, drainage ways, streets, transit stops, potable water
supplies, sanitary wastes, parks and recreation, playgrounds and sidewalks; and,
according to the weight of the evidence presented at the hearing, does not require that
specific provisions be made for the other requisite plat considerations such as additional
schools, additional schoolgrounds or additional planning features that assure safe
walking conditions for students who walk to and from school; and serves the public use
and interest..
IV. PULIC HEARING TESTEMONY
Tom Durant, Planning Manager for PLSA Engineering and Surveying and representative of
the property owner, requested condition number 12 of the staff report be removed. The
reason for this request being that the condition was covered by already covered within the
subdivision chapter of the YMC, and the existing condition was a redundancy within the
report.
V. RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL
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 of the Preliminary Long Plat, with the removal of
condition number 12, to the Yakima City Council . The motion carried unanimously
Based upon the findings outlined above, it was moved and seconded that the City of Yakima
Planning Commission recommends APPROVAL of this proposed 32-lot preliminary plat in
accordance with the application and related documents submitted for file numbers
PLP#001-19 and SEPA#004-19, and subject to the following conditions:
1. The applicant shall submit and gain approval of civil engineered plans which provide for
design of all Title 12 development standards, including but not limited to curb, gutter,
sidewalk, street lighting, stormwater, and street design.
2. South 72"° Ave. is designated as a Minor Arterial street, and shall require a half street
improvement, for the entire length of the westem portion of the subject property, with 30-
feet of right-of-way complete with curb, gutter, and sidewalk Construction shall be in
accordance with YMC Title 8 and 12 development standards
3. Prior to approval of the final plat, all approved improvements shall be constructed or
financially secured according to the standards and requirements of the City Engineer
and YMC Title 12.
4 All lots shall be served with public water from the Nob Hit Water Company No
individual domestic or irrigation wells shall be permitted for any of the lots. Prior to final
plat approval, written verification from Nob Hill Water must be submitted to the Planning
Division indicating that all construction required to provide each lot with domestic water
has been completed and the fees paid.
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5 All lots shall be provided with public sewer service according to YMC Title 12 standards.
Prior to final plat approval, written verification from the City of Yakima Engineering
Department must be provided to the Planning Division indicating that all sewer
extensions have been completed and inspected or financially secured_
6 A minimum 8-foot wide public utility easement must be provided adjacent to all public
road rights -of -way
7 Easements for new andior future utilities shall be a minimum of 16-feet in width,
provided that the width of easements for buried utilities will be twice the depth of the
planned excavation.
8 All public and private utilities shall be located underground, with the exception of
telephone boxes and such similar structures_
9 All public and private utilities to be located within public road rights -of -way must be
constructed prior to the start of road construction.
10 Fire hydrants shall be placed at the locations specified by the Building Codes and
Planning Division and the Yakima Fire Department. All lots must be provided with
adequate fire flow
11 All permits required by the Yakima Regional Clean Air Authority shall be obtained and a
copy provided to the City of Yakima Code Administration prior to commencement of site
preparation, The developer shall designate during working hours a responsible party to
serve as contact for suspected air quality violations.
12. A NPDES Construction Stormwater General Permit from the Washington State
Department of Ecology is required. The permit requires that a Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Plan (Erosion Sediment Control Plan) is prepared and implemented for all
permitted construction sites. Permit coverage and erosion control measures must be
made at least 30 days prior to construction These Plans and control measures must be
reviewed and approved by the City of Yakima's engineering Division prior to
construction.
13. A final binding stormwater and drainage control plan for the entire property shall be
submitted and approved by the City's Engineering Division prior to construction of
improvements for any area of the development.
14 All addresses shall be as specified in Exhibit "A" of the staff report. All addresses must
be clearly shown on the face of the final plat as required by RCW 58.17.280
15. This plat shall be subject to the following notes, which must be placed on the face of the
plat:
a. 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.
b 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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16 Irrigation approval, if any is required, shall be shown on the face of the final plat.
17 Lighting shall be provided to illuminate any off street parking or loading spaces used at
night. When provided, lighting shall be directed to reflect away from adjacent properties.
18 During project construction, all contractors shall adhere to the City of Yakima noise
regulations regarding hours of construction.
19. All other requirements of the zoning and subdivision ordinance, although not specifically
set forth herein, shall be complied with in their entirety
20. 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
RECOMMENDED this 4"' day of June, 2019.
By. f �ti 40A1'
Patricia Byers, Chair/
Yakima Planning Commission
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7/16/2019
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7/16/19 Council meeting
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Time Speak
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interpreter
thanked Carmen Mendez for serving as Eastern WA at large on
AWC, elected by city officials statewide, leg comm and audit
committees, AWC socks, and plaqaue
wanted to come in and wish joe caruso a quick sendoff, hes like
the norm of cheers for the city of yakima
recognized joe caruso
thanked mayhor and council and those for past 18 years for
oppty to serve
request for information, i prepared a document that i wanted to
have added to the agenda packet, i checked back, i would like to
request to have my document double sided, and put back on the
back table
5:44:53 PM cliff personal statement, on agenda later, personal statements not
included with the agenda, if want to make a personal statement
5:45:38 PM kathy
5:45:45 PM - he/bh make a motion to have my document copied and made available
to the public
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5 48.51 PM jason staff working with ycda, day on vacant buildings or houses?
ordinance, also discussed ykm, airport staff is working with a
busienss owner interested in leasing upstairs of the airport and
will be brought back to council for full approval,
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so is beond the preview going to come back
yes, it will be at general preview meeting and then will come
forward at a future meeting
provided an update , safe routes to elem schools t owork with
school district on establishing and have YSD have routes
prepared and efficient system for investing in these routes
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adopting the findings as outlined here, hereby approves the preliminary long plat for Vista
Ridge Phase 2
Section 5. 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 16th day of July, 2019
ATTEST
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Sony i Claar Tee, City Clerk r z
Kathy .ffey,
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ITEM TITLE:
SUBMITTED BY:
BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDA STATEM ENT
Item No. 8.
For Meeting of: July 16, 2019
Closed record public hearing and Resolution to consider the
Yakima Planning Commission's recommendation regarding the
preliminary plat of Vista Ridge Phase 2 located in the vicinity of S
72nd Ave & Coolidge Rd
Joan Davenport, Al CP, Community Development Director
Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager
Trevor Martin, Associate Planner (509) 575-6162
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
The Preliminary Long Plat of Vista Ridge Phase 2 is a 32-lot subdivision located in the vicinity of
S 72nd Ave and Coolidge Rd, and zoned R-1 Single -Family Residential. The plat will include full
urban services including sewer, water, streets with curbs, gutters, and sidewalks on both sides of
the street, and streetlights. As submitted, this plat complies with the requirements of the
Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, Development Standards, and
Traffic Concurrency.
The Yakima Planning Commission held a public hearing on May 22, 2019 and made a
recommendation to approve the proposed preliminary plat, with the Chair signing the findings on
June 4, 2019. Council was provided a complete printed version of the record for review on July
2, 2019 (Council --please bring your packet to the meeting).
The record can be found online
here: https://yakima.novusagenda.com/agendapublic/CoverSheet.aspx?
Item! D=6838&Meetingl D=564
The Public Hearing notice has been provided to all Yakima -area media, including to Decides',
KDNA Radio, El Sol de Yakima, Hispanavision, Bustos Media, and El Mundo.
ITEM BUDGETED: NA
STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Neighborhood and Community Building
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APPROVED FOR City Manager
SUBMITTAL:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt resolution.
BOARD/COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
The Yakima Planning Commission recommended approval on June 4, 2019.
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