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1967-05-24 Regular MeetingKODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH ZONING COMMISSION MEETING - May 24, 1967 r•-- 1 I CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:35 p.m. in the Magistrate's Courtroom, Donnelley Building, Kodiak, Alaska, by Chairman Arne Hansen. II ROLL CALL Present Arne Hansen, Chairman Herb Richmond John Waller John Welch Russ Williams Absent Ted Cross (excused) Also present: Jim Stansbury, Building Inspector, Jim Barr, Assemblyman; and 4 people in the audience. III MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING - 5/10/67. There were no comments, and minutes were approved as written. A. Assembly -- 5/18/67. There were no comments. V CORRESPONDENCE - PEOPLE TO BE HEARD A. Mr. Franklin re Aleutian Homes Utility Building. 1,4r. Franklin reviewed the situation. He explained that the proposed building was actually both a warehouse and shop facility, which would include toilet facilities for the workers, a coffee shop, storage, a paint shop, and shelter for heavy duty equipment. After complaints about the originally planned location had been received from the Borough and City, Mr. Hobbs of HUD, present owner of the Aleutian Homes, wired Mr. Franklin instructing him to obtain the consent of the Zoning Commission, the Assembly, and the City Council before proceeding with plans for another site. Any change in the site will depend on whether additional funds can be obtained, since the change would cost quite a bit more. Mr. Franklin, Mr. White, Mr. Stockton and Mr. Jones inspected 5 alternate sites--#1 on Benson Avenue which was not found suitable; #2 adjacent to Mrs. Lynch's; #3 where the present old warehouse is, which is too small; #5 on City property near the Wright gravel pit operation; and #6 on the low -rent housing property. Mr. Franklin felt that Site #2, next to Mrs. Lynch'$, is the best site, since even though it will cost more, there will be more space provided, since it would include a daylirbt basement because of the terrain. Mr. Franklin stated that it was not the intention of his organization to force this building down anyone's throat, but that since it was vitally necessary, a way should be found to permit it. If the extra expense is not approved for the change in site, a lot of money will be lost since the building has already been fabricated and is soon to be shipped to Kodiak. Mr. Hansen questioned whether the Homes were to be sold to the public any time in the near future, since this would leave the building as a non -conforming use. Mr. Franklin explained that when HUD obtained title to the Project three years ago, and asked ASHA to operate it, there was some discussion about selling the homes to private owners, but it was determined to be not feasible, since FHA would not make loans on the homes. A private agency would have to buy the whole project, and then in turn sell the homes. Mr. Hobbs had decided to make improvements in the Project first, and so no sale is contemplated any time in the near future. Mr. Hansen stated that he personally felt that the building was needed if the project was not going to be sold. KIBS272526 Mr. White's memo to Mr. Hansen, stating that the Project should be required to meet the Borough zoning requirements and building codes, was read. It was agreed that Site #2 would be a better location than the original site. It was questioned whether the building would fit in with the surroundings. The building is to be wood fabricated. The zoning of this area is R-1, and it was asked how this building could be allowed as far as the zoning ordinance is concerned. Mr. Barr suggested that it could be allowed under Section X-B as a public facility, which can be allowed in any zone if approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission. There then followed a discussion as to whether this building could be considered a public facility. Mr. Stansbury did not think so. Mr. Richmond felt that this paragraph of the ordinance was intended to be flexible, and that this building could be considered for a public use. Mr. Hansen felt that if the definition was cut fine enough, the building would not be considered for public use, but he and the other Commission members felt that /^' "ON `ZONING COMMISSION MEETING - May 24, 1967 2 F_ in this case, the building could be permitted as a public facility. Mr. Waller moved, seconded by Kr. Richmond, that it be recommended to the Assembly that the construction of the utility building be approved on Site #2 described as Lots 50 through 53 of Block 12, Aleutian Homes Inc. Subdivision, as a building for public use under Section X-B of the Zoning Ordinance. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. B. Kay Horton re Nixon's Property in Bells Flats. Mr. Horton described his proposal to purchase the Nixon interests , graze cattle, and attempt to raise barley and/or oats. He would like to arrange a grazing lease with the Borough, including free range if possible. He raised various questions as to how much a lease would cost, would it be re-newable, etc., and requested that the Borough take action on his proposal as soon as possible. There followed a general discussion on the Bells Flats area selected by the Borough, and the possible location of the subdivision, trailer and camper park, and slaughter house. Rev. Bullock stated that his group is still interested in starting a golf driving range. It was decided that before any plans can be made, it will be necessary to obtain a map showing the roads and facilities which now exist, as well as the proposed layout of the subdivision. The Borough will also have to set up a procedure for grazing leases, if they are desired. Mr. Fields described the set-up of the BJM leases which are now being taken over by the State. He said that the cattlemen would be glad to get together with Mr. Horton to enlighten him on information needed for his proposed project. C. Letter from ] raised as to each 4 beds, spaces would Olsen based on maximum be needed for the VI PUBLIC HEARINGS -- None VII ZONING ITEM -- PRELI UNARY REVIEW s. There was a question is parking space for out that additional A. Request for Permission to House Students - East Blk 36 Lots 7 & 6 •- Dewitt r Fields. Mr. Fields explained that the Vocational School will be finished in July and will open this fall, but the dormitory will not be built for another year or two. Housing must be provided for approximately 60 students, and he has been negotiating with the school to house 15 to 20 students in his triplex across from the school. Mr. Fields' brother and his wife would operate the house, and the students would remain there only until the dormitory is built. The Commission agreed to this arrangement, and it was suggested that it be permitted under Section X-B of the ordinance as a public use. Mr. Waller made a motion, seconded by Mr. Welch, that it be recommended to the Assembly that permission be granted to Mr. Fields to use his building on Lots 7 & 8 of Block 38, East Addition, for the housing of students until the school authorities decide it is no longer needed. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. B. Request for Setback Variance - East Blk 35 Lot 3A -- Glen Lewis (Case 177--A). Application letter was read. There is presently a skid shack on the lot which would be removed in order to build a new home. It was pointed out that there is already a parking problem connected with the lot, since it is too small to provide off-street parking. It was suggested that off-street parking be provided at the front of the lot. The lot is only half of the size now required by the ordinances, and Mr. Waller did not think building should be allowed on such small lots, since the City will then become more and more crowded. Mr. Stansbury felt that the owner should enjoy the same privileges as the others in the block, set -back wise, and Mr. Welch did not think it would be fair to deny the ownfir the right to build since he was trying to improve the r- lot. It was decided to hold a public hearing on the case at the next meeting to hear the feelings of the neighbors, and more discussion can be held at that time. Mr. Waller moved, seconded by Mr. Richmond, that a public hearing be held at the next meeting. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. VIII SUBDIVISIONS - PRELIMINARY APPROVALS - None IX SUBDIVISIONS - FINAL APPROVALS KIBS272527 A. USS 3100 Lot 13-F -• Huey Deville (Case 158-C). Plat was studied and it was explained t t s is a her sub vision of Jessers original lot. The Engineer had approved the plat subject to a minor correction which was already made. Mr. Stansbury inquired as to the intended use of the lot, and it was reportedly to be used for a dwelling for Mr. Deville. Mr. Waller moved, seconded by Mr. Welch, that the plat be approved. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. ZONING COMIISSION MEf..NG - May 24, 1967 3 X OLD BUSINESS r-- A. Request for Resoning from R-1 and Unclassified to Business - Leite Addn Blk 1 1JJ L Ll . i-'; Vi LLGLu V'v k.UU LV(,J/ - 116 lLIUI c1Jc11 \V6Qc L(J-L/. liic case was reviewed and map studied. It was generally agreed that a 90-day period in which to a business which has been discontinued is too short a period. It was also generally agreed that the area called for in the petition is.too great an area to be rezoned. On the other hand, there was a question raised as to whether the rezoning of Mr. Therkelsen's two lots only would be considered spot zoning or not. It was pointed out that a petition had been submitted about a year ago requesting that this same area be kept residential, and that quite a few people signed both petitions. Mr. Richmond spoke against expanding the .downtown business district, even by providing neighborhood business areas, because he felt it was not fair to the people who had been forced to rebuild in Urban Renewal. Mr. Welch felt that most people had made their own choice to re -locate there. There will be further discussion at the next meeting.when the public hearing is held. XI- PLANNING AND -STAFF ITEMS A. Expansion of Business District. Mr. Hansen reviewed all past action, and out- lined the area now being considered for rezoning. Mr. Fields commented that he had attempted to build a shoe repair facility in the U.R. area, but that he had estimated it would cost him as much as $50,000 which would not make it wothwhile. He felt that there was no opportunity for small businesses in the U.R. area. After further discussion, it was decided to table further action until after the public hearing on the Therkelsen rezoning. . B. Bells Flats. This was discussed earlier in the meeting. Rev. Bullock made further comments concerning the area desired for the driving range, suggesting that possibly trap shooting, a riding stable, and a camping grounds could be installed there. XII AUDIENCE CODQ4ENTS - None r— XIII ADJOURIENT - The meeting adjourned at 11:30 p.m. Approved: i I Arne Hansen, Chairr,�n PlanndS.g & Zoning Coamission AW Respectfully submitted, Sally Hendr Borough Sec etary