2013-04-17 Regular Meeting RECEIVED
MAY 1 7 2013
Kodiak Island Borough
Planning & Zoning Commission BOROUGH CLERKS OFFICE
Minutes (` KODIAK,ALASKA
April 17, 2013 6:30 p.m. in the Assembly Chambers
CALL TO ORDER
CHAIR TORRES called to order the April 17, 2013 regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning
Commission at 6:30 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CHAIR TORRES led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Alan Schmitt requested to be excused.
Moved to excuse Alan Schmitt for personal leave.
VOICE VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
COMMISSIONER VAHL MOVED to approve the April 17, 2013 Planning & Zoning Commission
agenda.
VOICE VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
COMMISSIONER VINBERG MOVED to approve the March 20, 2013 Planning & Zoning
Commission minutes.
VOICE VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
AUDIENCE COMMENTS AND APPEARANCE REQUESTS
There were none
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A) CASE 13-024. Request a Conditional Use Permit, according to 17.200, to allow a
governmental maintenance and service facilities and storage yards use, as provided
in KIBC 17.130.030.D, for the secured temporary storage of bulk building materials
and equipment in support of the Kodiak High School Addition & Renovation project.
Lot 2A, Lakeside Subdivision 2nd Addition; 2647 Selief Lane. PL-Public Use Land.
Lydick reported this request represents the next step towards achieving a renovated &
expanded high school campus. The
COMMISSIONER VAHL MOVED to grant a Conditional Use Permit, according to 17.200, to
allow a governmental maintenance and service facilities and storage yards use, as provided in
KIBC 17.130.030.D, for the secured temporary storage of bulk building materials and
equipment in support of the Kodiak High School Addition & Renovation project, subject to two
Conditions of Approval, and to approve the findings of fact in staff report dated April 5, 2013,
as Findings of Fact for Case No. 13-024.
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The public hearing was opened. Public testimony was given by:
Jim Ashford lives next to the proposed property that's requesting this conditional use permit
and he read that the granting of the conditional use permit Item C will not be harmful to the
public health, safety, convenience, and comfort. He has no problem with the project but he'd
like to know if the contractor will provide dust control for that road. The first half of the road
from Von Scheele to the telephone pole in front of his house is city and the second half is
borough or Service District 1. Last year the city had no money because of the heavy snow load,
Service District 1 had no money, no dust control at all. The only dust control on that road is
done by him and his water truck. If the borough is going to issue a conditional use permit they
should put a condition that someone is going to do dust control otherwise it's a great use of
the lot.
The public hearing was closed.
Discussion regarding the dust control and if it should be considered or if it's been taken into
account in the past but the commission is to address the situation if the commission feels it's
proper. Is it part of the contract for dust control?
Jessica Wolfe stated it is part of the contract for the site but not the route.
CHAIR TORRES said this is a city road and Service District 1, is that something that we
normally do is to add dust control on a public road?
Ms. Wolfe couldn't answer that. The intent is for instance Southern Alaska Forwarding to
bring to bring periodically containers and flats and leave them there and then move as needed
to the site.There may be an occasional piece of equipment there but the intent is material.
COMMISSIONER PETERSON asked if there is an avenue Mr. Ashford could take after the fact if
we don't implement a rule that says they have to do dust control, Ms. Wolfe said she doesn't
see why not, if there's an issue we'll take care of it. COMMISSIONER PETERSON also asked
about the Calcium Chloride, what kind of expense are we looking at. Ms. Wolfe said she
couldn't tell him that.
COMMISSIONER VINBERG said we are complaint based so he assumes if Mr. Ashford is getting
excessive dust that can be remedied if he comes to the borough to address those concerns.
Ms. Wolfe said although we haven't required that of the contractor we would be more than
happy to do it if it becomes a problem.
COMMISSIONER VAHL stated it's very important that the fence is maintained really well, he's
seen temporary fences around town to keep people out and it's kind of isolated and security is
important.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
B) Case S13-019. Request a vacation, according to KIBC 16.60, to eliminate a ten (10)
foot utility easement along the south side property line of Lot 8, Block 2, Island Vista
Subdivision.1681 Marmot Drive. RR1- Rural Residential One.
Lydick reported this request for a utility easement vacation is one of two requests that deal
with the same residential property. The associated case 13-025 is requesting variances for
front and side yard encroachments and is scheduled next on the agenda. Reliable survey data
demonstrates that the entire southern side of the residence encroachments into the required
15 foot side yard setback requirement in the RR1 zoning district and that a good portion has
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been constructed within a platted utility easement. Twenty-five public hearing notices were
sent out and seven public agency reviews were returned expressing non-objection to the
request and one public review was returned expressing reservation to the request. The code
mandates that it'is the responsibility of the applicant to prove that a vacation request does not
have a public value, and the application provides no such assurance. Staff recommended
approval subject to one condition of approval.
COMMISSIONER VAHL MOVED to grant Preliminary approval, according to KIBC 16.60, of the
vacation of a ten (10) foot utility easement along the south side property line of Lot 8, Block 2,
Island Vista Subdivision, subject to one (1) condition of approval, and to adopt the findings
contained in the staff report dated April 3, 2013, as "FINDINGS OF FACT" for this case.
The public hearing was opened &closed. Testimony was given by:
Dave Sundberg spoke in favor of his request stating they're in the midst of selling their home
and it's 2.2 feet into the utility easement on the southwest corner and we are seeking of
having the section where the encroachment is vacated so we can get a clean survey for the
sale. He asked for the commission's approval of the vacation and on the variances; the side
yard setback and 9/10th of a foot in the front.
Bob Scholze, Borough Resource Officer, stated it may be more in the public interest to vacate
only the portion of the utility easement. Mr. Sundberg said it's acceptable for them to just
vacate the portion where the house encroaches into the easement and that would leave 7 1/2
feet approximately combined with the 10 feet on the adjoining lot that could be utilized in the
future.
Nat Nichols is the prospective buyer of this home and it was his understanding that there's
also a retaining wall that's close to the lot line, and with speaking with the mortgage agent the
retaining wall is also an issue. During the work session, it was talked about leaving 2.5 feet
easement along that lot line which would keep the retaining wall out of the new smaller
easement along with the house.That was my understanding of it.
The public hearing was closed.
Discussion of easements, retaining wall, and taking care of the problems now rather than
down the road. Bob Scholze stated if the retaining wall is an issue he thinks the staff report
that Dvorak wrote with his condition addressed adequately if the entire easement therefore
could be vacated if Engineering could indicate it won't be an issue, and that would allow the
buyer and seller to move forward.
COMMISSIONER VINBERG MOVED to amend to grant preliminary approval according to KIBC
16.60 of the vacation of 7 1/2 feet of the 10 foot utility easement along the south side property
line of Lot 8, Block 2, Island Vista Subdivision subject to one condition of approval and to
adopt the findings of fact contained in the staff report dated April 3, 2013 as Findings of Fact
for this case.
During discussion, CHAIR TORRES asked Scholze with the amendment of removing 7 '/2 feet of
that easement leaving 2 1/2 feet do we need that condition or leave it the way it is and leave
that condition in there. Scholze stated he thinks you wouldn't need the condition that would
allow for 12 1 feet and if in fact there was an extension of line that can be done if we're just
talking sewer line he thinks it wouldn't be necessary, we would retain 2 1/2 feet adjacent to the
property line and that would be added to the 10 feet opposite. The other would be an exercise
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in speculation as to whether or not and when there ever would be public utilities there. Lydick
stated with the amended motion to vacate just the 7 1/2 feet of that utility easement in the
interest of equity maintaining the 2 1/2 feet there so that you have a total of 12 1/2 feet right
between the properties should be adequate, and if that's the case we don't need that condition
of approval asking for an outside opinion to speculate about it.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT FAILED 4-1. The noes were Kathy Drabek, Frank
Peterson, Rick Vahl, and Sonny Vinberg. The aye was Alan Torres.
COMMISSIONER PETERSON MOVED to amend the motion to read move to grant preliminary
approval, according to KIBC 16.60, of the vacation of 7.5 feet of the 10 foot utility easement
along the south side property line of Lot 8, Block 2, Island Vista Subdivision and to adopt the
findings in the staff report dated April 3, 2013 as Findings of Fact for this case.
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. This plat meets the minimum standards of survey accuracy and proper preparation of
plats required in Title 16 of the Borough Code.
2. This plat meets all the requirements of Title 17 of the Borough Code.
3. This plat provides a subdivision of land that is consistent with adopted Borough plans for
this area.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON AMENDMENT CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MAIN MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED 5-0. When asked if anyone
wanted to change their vote Rick Vahl, Sonny Vinberg, and Kathy Drabek changed their
vote to aye.
C) Case 13-025. Request two variances, according to KIBC 17.195, to allow
encroachments by the existing single-family dwelling which encroaches 7.2 feet into
the 15 foot side yard setback and which also encroaches .9 of a foot into the 25 foot
front yard setback. 1681 Marmot Drive. RR1-Rural Residential One.
Lydick reported this request for variances is for the purpose of facilitating the sale of the
single family residence.Twenty-five public hearing notices were sent out. Four public reviews
have been returned to the department expressing non-objection to this request. Staff
recommended approval subject to one condition of approval.
COMMISSIONER VINBERG MOVED to grant a variance, from KIB Code 17.70.050.B (Side
Yard), to permit an encroachment 7.2 feet into the required 15 foot side yard setback, and a
variance from KIB Code 17.70.040.A (Front Yard) to permit an encroachment .9 feet into the
required 25 foot front yard setback, located within the RR1-Rural Residential zoning district,
in accordance with KIBC Chapter 17.195, (Variance), subject to the conditions of approval
contained in the staff report dated April 1, 2013; and to adopt the findings in the staff report
as "Findings of Fact" for this case.
The public hearing was opened. Public testimony was given by:
David Sundberg spoke in favor of the variances to allow the sale of their property.
The public hearing was closed.
Brief discussion
FINDINGS OF FACT
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17.66.050 A.1. Exceptional physical circumstances or conditions applicable to the
property or intended use of development, which generally do not apply to other
properties in the same land use district.
This lot is characterized by a moderately substantial topographical break along the lines of the
existing driveway. This topography would constrain reasonable and affordable construction
of the dwelling on the Lot 8 anywhere on the property other than where the dwelling is
located. Variances provide for the fact that all lots in a particular zoning district are not
equally developable according to a single set of developable standards.
17.66.051 A.2. Strict as s lication of the zonin• ordinances would result in •ractic.I
difficulties or unnecessary hardshims.
Strict application of the zoning ordinance would result in the practical difficulty of the
property owners having to pursue considerable, most likely cost prohibitive, building
alteration or movement to a legal location in order to meet the setback requirements of the
RR1-Rural Residential One zoning district.
17.66.050 A.3. The granting of the variance will not result in material damages or
prejudice to other properties in the vicinity nor be detrimental to the public's health,
safety.and welfare.
Granting the variance will not result in material damages or prejudice to other properties in
the vicinity, nor will it be detrimental to the public safety and welfare. There have been no
complaints about the location of the main structure on Lot 8 and the petitioner is not
proposing any expansion of the building. The dwelling appears to meet all other zoning and
building codes in its present location.
17.66.050 A.4. The granting of the variance will not be contrary to the objectives of
the Comprehensive Plan.
Granting this variance will be consistent with the objectives of the Comprehensive Plan which
identifies this area as residential.
17.66.050 A.5. That actions of the applicant did not cause special conditions or
financial hard hi s from which relief is bein• sou•ht b the variance.
Actions of the applicant or a predecessor in interest may have caused the special conditions or
financial hardship from which relief is being sought. However it is unlikely that they were
aware of the discrepancy at the time and did not violate the code intentionally. As indicated in
Standard #1 the principal reason for the location of the structure appears to be the prevailing
topography of the site.
17.66.050 A.6. That the granting of the variance will not permit a prohibited land
use in the district involved.
The granting of this variance will not permit a prohibited land use in this district.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
D) Case S13-020. Request Preliminary approval, according to 16.40, of the subdivision
of Tract R-1A, Killarney Hills Subdivision creating Lots 11, 12, 13, 14, Block 4, Killarney
Hills Subdivision and Tract R-2, Killarney Hills Subdivision. 3235 Rezanof Drive E. R2-
Two-family Residential.
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Lydick reported this request continues the effort to respond to the Assembly's direction to
identify public lands suitable for disposal, and then to offer those lands to the public for
development through assorted marketing mechanisms. Eighty-four ublic hering notices wer
sent out for this case. Four public reviews have been submitted to the department
commenting on the request. Two comments have been received requesting the platting
authority plat a utility easement and a drainage easement. From staff's perspective, these two
requests represent matters of convenience, rather than necessity. Burdening lots proposed for
disposal with unnecessary easements indicates a lack of forethought on the part of the
Borough, and we should demand better. Staff recommended approval without any attached
conditions of approval. The department received written a comment after the comment
deadline. If the commission wishes to review the comment a postponement is in order.
COMMISSIONER VAHL MOVED to grant Preliminary approval, according to 16.40, of the
subdivision of Tract R-1A, Killarney Hill Subdivision creating Lots 11, 12, 13, 14, Block 4,
Killarney Hills Subdivision and Tract R-2, Killarney Hills Subdivisions, and to adopt the
findings in the staff report dated April 5, 2013 as "Findings of Fact" for Case No. S13-020.
The public hearing was opened.
Bob Scholze stated he provided a supplemental memo at your request after meeting on site
with Public Works and the Building Officials on April 16th. It indicates there is a storm drain in
the road but is discontinuous so that it flows in both directions but not in front of Lot 11. The
conclusion on site is that any drainage resulting from the development of these four lots in
this subdivision could adequately be handled by ditching and swales within drainage
easements created for that purpose. Any fill, which was a neighbor respondent, would require
a building permit and be subject to engineering requirements of the uniform building code.
Scholze suggested you adopt three conditions of approval. He thinks the intent would be to
address potential drainage problems. That 10 foot drainage easement is on the left side of Lot
11. The Public Works Director was satisfied that would adequately address any drainage
issues in the area. We've also proposed 15 foot wide drainage easements on the front of all
lots that's within the 25 foot front yard setback regardless, and it also corresponds with an
easement requested by ACS for transmission lines. The other easements are five foot each side
of property lines between Lots 11 and 12 and Lots 13 and 14 and those are utility easements.
The one between Lot 11 and 12 was specifically asked for by KEA because they have an
existing transmission line there. If we don't create a utility easement then KEA wouldn't have
the option of providing that line across those properties. Scholze recommends you adopt
those 3 conditions of approval.
In response to CHAIR TORRES' inquiry of the 10 foot easement that's all on Lot 11 on the east
end, is that a 10 foot setback, Scholze stated that would be 5 foot that would add an additional
5 foot. Since Lot 11 is wider at the front of all the other lots and narrower at the rear the
building most likely would be toward the front of the lot and there would still be a buildable
footprint area equal to the other lots.
In response to COMMISSIONER VINBERG'S inquiry that the storm drains indicated on the
lines are basically capped lines and aren't picking up any storm drainage from any of this area,
Scholze stated you are correct. There's one that picks up drainage, there is a grate in front of
the other one on the other side of the road to the left. In front of Lot 12 the storm drain
flowing northerly there are grates that will pickup but nothing in front of Lot 11.
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In response to COMMISSIONER VINBERG'S inquiry that the concern is these lines aren't sized
to pick up drainage from these created lots, Scholze stated he didn't say that and these storm
drains are adequate and there is an unofficial culvert that was placed before paving the road
across to Lot 11 that we looked at an 8 inch size culvert that does provide some drainage from
across the street but the issue with glaciation resulted from snow removal and
freezing/thawing cycles that happen at certain times of the year anyway.
COMMISSIONER VINBERG stated when he drives by this site he noticed on the outward curve
on part of Lot 17 and across from these created lots it looks like the hillside is coming down
pretty good, he noticed it a lot on Lot 11. The 10 foot easement for drainage he assumes
between Lots 10B and 11 will help alleviate that.
Scholze stated there's a big hole there and will require some fill. If the drainage is needed, the
drainage may go in front if a drainage easement is created there.
The public hearing was closed.
Lydick stated staff recommends you adopt the conditions of approval as submitted by Mr.
Scholze.
COMMISSIONER PETERSON MOVED TO AMEND the motion to read "move to grant
preliminary approval, according to 16.40 of the subdivision of Tract R-1A, Killarney Hills
Subdivision creating Lots 11, 12, 13, & 14, Block 4, Killarney Hills Subdivision and Tract R2,
Killarney Hills Subdivisions subject to conditions 1 through 3 as proposed by Mr. Scholze, and
they read 1. Creation of a 10 foot wide drainage easement on the westerly side of proposed
Lot 11 adjacent to existing Lot 10B, 2. Creation of a 15 foot wide drainage and utility easement
adjacent to the Right-of-Way at the front of proposed Lots 11 through 14, and 3. Creation of a
10 foot wide utility easements for electrical and communication transmission lines 5 feet each
side of the lot line common to proposed Lots 11 and 12 and the lot line common to proposed
Lots 13 and 14, and to adopt the findings in the staff report dated April 5, 2013 as Findings of
Fact for Case S13-020."
Discussion
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
1. Creation of a 10 foot wide drainage easement on the westerly side of proposed Lot 11
adjacent to existing Lot 10B.
2. Creation of a 15 foot wide drainage and utility easement adjacent to the Right-of-Way at the
front of proposed Lots 11 through 14.
3. Creation of a 10 foot wide utility easements for electrical and communication transmission
lines 5 feet each side of the lot line common to proposed Lots 11 and 12 and the lot line
common to proposed Lots 13 and 14.
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. This plat meets the minimum standards of survey accuracy and proper preparation of
plats required in Title 16 of the Borough Code.
2. This plat meets all the requirements of Title 17 of the Borough Code.
3. This plat provides a subdivision of land that is consistent with adopted Borough plans for
this area.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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ROLL CALL VOTE ON MAIN MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
E) Case 13-026. Request a Rezone investigation, according to KIBC 17.205, to allow for
the proposed expansion of the Old Harbor Airport, from R1-Single-family Residential to
LI-Light Industrial, and;
A Conditional Use Permit, according to KIBC 17.200.040.A, to allow a "new" airport in
the LI-Light Industrial zoning district, in addition to all aviation related uses that may
develop in conjunction with the expanded airport design. Tract A,ANCSA 14(c) Plat 96-
33, Old Harbor,AK Airport. R1-Single-family Residential.
Lydick reported this rezone request and conditional use permit continues to drive to upgrade
and expand village public infrastructure facilities located throughout the borough. The City of
Old Harbor requested a rezone of the proposed airport site to LI-Light Industrial which has
become the de facto standard for airports within the Kodiak Island Borough. Although the
airport is not a new airport, it will be a new airport for the purposes of the LI=Light Industrial
zoning district. The zone requires a Conditional Use Permit for all new airports after which
time all future airport related uses may be permitted over the counter. Fifty-seven public
hearing notices related to this request were sent out. One public review was returned
expressing on-objection. Staff recommended approval of the rezone request and conditional
use permit in a separate motion.
COMMISSIONER VAHL MOVED to recommend that the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly
approve the rezoning of Tract A, of Plat 96-33, an area of approximately 80 acres that will be
resurveyed at the conclusion of the "Airport Safety Enhancement Project" according to KIBC
17.205, to allow for the proposed expansion of the Old Harbor Airport, from R1-Single-family
Residential to LI Light Industrial, and to adopt the "Findings of Fact" in the staff report dated
April 1, 2013 in support of this recommendation.
The public hearing was opened: There was no public testimony.
FINDINGS OF FACT
17.205.020 A. Findings as to the Need and Justification for a Change or Amendment.
The proposed rezone of the Old Harbor Airport from RI -Single-family Residential to LI--Light
Industrial is needed in order to enhance the safe operation of the airport and to increase its
capability to support the use of the airport by larger cargo rated aircraft. The improvements will
be carried out to ADOT&PF and FAA standards and when completed should also provide
additional opportunities for economic development within the Old Harbor community.
The rezone will eliminate the nonconforming status of the existing airport and allow the
expansion of the airport to improve safety, increase capacity, and generally bring the expanded
airport into full compliance with all current and applicable FAA regulations pertaining to utility
airports. After the zoning becomes effective, a single conditional use permit will allow all future
airport related development as a "use-by-right" that will be eligible for "over-the-counter" zoning
compliance review. The proposed rezone will not create any nonconforming lots or uses.
17.72.020 B. Findings as to the Effect a Change or Amendment would have on the Objectives
of the Comprehensive Plan.
The proposed LI--Light Industrial zoning district is generally consistent with the objectives of the
2008 Kodiak Island Borough Comprehensive Plan Update and the incorporated Old Harbor
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Annex to that plan.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
COMMISSIONER PETERSON MOVED to grant a Conditional Use Permit (CUP), according to
KIBC 17.120.040.A and KIBC 17.200, to allow a "new" Old Harbor Airport in the LI-Light
Industrial zoning district, in addition to all aviation related uses that may develop in
conjunction with the expanded airport design on a site approximately 80 acres in area, as
generally described in the application materials submitted by the City of Old Harbor, and to
adopt the findings contained in the staff report dated April 1, 2013 as FINDINGS OF FACT for
this case.
The public hearing was opened &closed: There was no public testimony.
Discussion
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That the conditional use will preserve the value spirit character and integrity of the
surrounding area.
The existing Old Harbor Airport is a nonconforming land use located within the RI -Single-family
Residential zoning district. The airport was originally permitted under the zoning Exception
procedure and at the time in 1990 was a vast improvement over the old airport that was
abandoned in the Old Town section of Old Harbor.
The bulk of airport expansion activities will be located away from residential development in the
area. Although laden cargo aircraft may increase the noise of airport operations, the use of larger
aircraft will also require fewer trips into and out of the community.
The airport needs to be expanded in order to enhance air safety and to provide for economic
development opportunities in the community that cannot be supported by the aircraft for which
the airport is currently rated. The airport expansion will comply with all applicable airport
regulations promulgated by ADOT&PF and the FAA.
The CUP for the LI-Light Industrial zone is intended to provide for long term approval of future
airport and airport related developments, essentially making them an "over-the-counter" permit
review. The LI-Light Industrial zone will establish adequate standards that are appropriate for a
utility airport and will ensure that the conditional use preserves the value, spirit, character and
integrity of the surrounding area.
2. That the conditional use fulfills all other requirements of this chapter pertaining to the
conditional use in question.
At the time the expanded utility airport project is reviewed for zoning compliance, the City of Old
Harbor will be required to submit a more detailed site plan for review by borough staff. Staff will
then ensure that the conditional use fulfills all other requirements of this chapter pertaining to the
conditional use in question as part of the zoning compliance review process. A survey will
conducted at the conclusion of the project to ensure that the bulk of disturbed cut and fill areas are
contained within the expanded airport boundary.
3. That granting the conditional use -permit will not be harmful to the public health, safety,
convenience and comfort
The Old Harbor Airport has been operating at its present location for many years. This use is
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nonconformity in the RI-Single-family Residential zoning district. The existing airport is ideal
for the needed increase in runway length and safety related clearance zones. In addition,
expanding the airport at its current location will not create any conflict between air traffic and
birds that are attracted to the Old Harbor Landfill.
4. The sufficient setbacks, lot area buffers or other safeguards are being provided to meet
the conditions listed in subsections A through C of this section.
While the LI--Light Industrial zoning district does not require setbacks from lot lines, in this case
the development of the airport will be required to meet ADOT&PF and FAA standards which will
ensure that sufficient setbacks, lot area buffer and other safeguards are provided. The current
location of the airport is in the only location in Old Harbor that can provide for the expansion of
airport design and use by providing adequate land area for the applicable ADOT&PF and FAA
standards to be accommodated in the design and construction of the expanded airport.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
OLD BUSINESS
There was none.
NEW BUSINESS
There was none.
COMMUNICATIONS
A) March P&Z Results Letters
B) Letter of Courtesy&Advisory dated March 13, 2013
Lydick gave an update on the communication items.
COMMISSIONER VAHL MOVED to accept communications as presented.
VOICE VOTE ON MOTION
REPORTS
A) Meeting Schedule:
• May 8, 2013 work session at 6:30 p.m. in the KIB Conference room.
• May 15, 2013 regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the Assembly Chambers.
B) Abbreviated and Final Approvals —Subdivisions
CHAIR TORRES gave an update on the reports items
COMMISSIONER PETERSON MOVED to accept reports as presented.
VOICE VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
AUDIENCE COMMENTS
There were none.
COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS
Rick Vahl stated the Chamber of Commerce has established a task force to address housing
needs and there's a long list of attendees. The first meeting is tonight and they are going to
look at different scenarios and options to improve housing conditions; both temporary and
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permanent, multi-family, and single-family. We have Council Members, Assembly Members,
Coast Guard Base, Builders, Real Estate Agents. Vahl would like to attend and report back to
the commission on stuff and as we look at the Code Revision Rewrite and be able to help them
interpret that and ask you for questions. Vahl appreciated Bob Scholze's follow up on the
drainage.
Kathy Drabek reiterated the Vahl's comment regarding Scholze following up on the drainage
issue.
Alan Torres apologized for the confusion and he said it happens sometimes when he misses a
work session.
ADJOURNMENT
COMMISSIONER PETERSON MOVED to adjourn.
CHAIR TORRES adjourned the meeting at 8 p.m.
KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
PLANNING & ZONI COMMISSION
Alan Torres, Chair
ATTEST f1 �5�
By: C '1C7 fl (J't i i
Sheila Smith, Secretary for
Marylynn McFarland
Stood in for Smith
APPROVED: May 15, 2013
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