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KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING - JUNE 18, 1986
I. CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called
to order at 7:30 p.m. by Chairman Steve Rennell on June 18, 1986 in
the Borough Assembly Chambers.
II. ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present:
Steve Rennell, Chairman
Mike Anderson
Robin Heinrichs
Mary Lou Knudsen
D. L. Smedley
Scott Thompson
Commissioners Absent:
Marlin Knight, Excused
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Others Present:
Linda Freed, Director,
Community Development Department
Bob Pederson, Associate Planner,
Community Development Department
Dave Crowe, Borough Engineer
Patricia Miley, Secretary,
Community Development Department
The following corrections were made to the agenda:
VI(N) Case 86-048 was added to the agenda
VI(F) Case 86-045 was corrected to read "exception"
COMMISSIONER HEINRICHS MOVED TO ACCEPT the agenda with the above
corrections. The motion was seconded and CARRIED by unanimous voice
vote.
IV. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Commissioner Heinrichs noted the following corrections:
Page 2, Case 86-031, the motion to read "as revised in the attached
ordinance."
Page 16, Case S-86-009, condition #2 to read "That the front setback
line for Lots 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 and 7 be measured from the edge of the
right-of-way easement;" and condition #6 to read "Provide the
following note on the final plat: ±Natural streams and drainage
courses shall not be blocked or impeded."'
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO ACCEPT the minutes of the May 21, 1986
Planning and Zoning Commission regular meeting as amended. The motion
was seconded and CARRIED by unanimous voice vote.
V. APPEARANCE REQUESTS AND AUDIENCE COMMENTS KIBS225997
A) CASE 84-046. Request for a second one-year extension for a
previously approved variance that permitted a parking plan that
allowed vehicles to back onto a street designated as a collector.
The purpose of this variance was to allow construction of a new
retail building on Lot 16, Block 3, New Kodiak Subdivision; 326
Shelikof Avenue. (Tim Abena)
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO GRANT A request for a second
one-year extension for a previously approved variance (Case
84-046) to permit a parking plan that permits the backing of
vehicles onto a street designated as a collector. Lot 16, Block
3, New Kodiak Subdivision and to adopt the three reasons
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presented in the staff report dated May 7, 1984 as "findings of
fact" for this case. The motion was seconded and CARRIED by
unanimous roll call vote.
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. Although backing onto Shelikof Street may be hazardous, the
evening hours of the business minimize the potential hazard.
This section of town does not generate excessive traffic in
0- the late evening.
2. The location of the B & B Bar, close to the boat harbor,
suggests that much of its business is walk-in and
competition for parking spaces should not be great.
3. The City of Kodiak has supplied documentation that they have
no objection to the larger -than -typical proposed curb cut.
B) CASE 5-85-023. Request for an extension of the preliminary plat
approval period to December 17, 1986: subdivision of Lot 1,
Block 1, Bells Flats Alaska Subdivision to Lots 1A through 1E.
(Margaret Pryor/Norman and Dorothy Holm)
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO GRANT A REQUEST FOR A SIX-MONTH
EXTENSION of the preliminary plat approval period for Case
5-85-023 subdivision of Lot 1, Block 1, Bells Flats Alaska
Subdivision. The motion was seconded and CARRIED by unanimous
roll call vote.
There were no further appearance requests nor audience comments.
VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A) CASE 86-034. Request for an exception from Section 17.21.020
i-- (Permitted Uses) of the Borough Code, in accordance with Section
17.26.020 (Permit Procedure), to permit a 20-space mobile home
park to locate in a B--Business Zoning District. Tract V and a
Portion of Tract W, U.S. Survey 3218; 3256 Melnitsa Lane.
(Michael H. Rasmussen)
BOB PEDERSON indicated 59 public hearing notices were mailed for
this case and 10 were returned, 5 in favor, 4 opposing and one
non objection as long as there was a condition of fencing the
property. Staff recommended approval of this request.
COMMISSIONER THOMPSON requested to be excused due to a conflict
of interest. COMMISSIONER JAMES excused COMMISSIONER THOMPSON.
Regular Session Closed.
Public Hearing Opened:
TOM SWEENEY appeared before the Commission and expressed
opposition to this request.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners, Mr. Sweeney and
Community Development Department staff.
JACK McFARLAND appeared before the Commission and expressed
opposition to this request.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners and Mr. McFarland.
JIM WHEELER appeared before the Commission and expressed support
for this request.
MIKE RASMUSSEN appeared before the Commission and expressed
support for this request.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners, Mr. Rasmussen and
Community Development Department staff.
Public Hearing Closed. KIBS225998
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Regular Session Opened.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners, Community
Development Department staff and Engineering Department staff.
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO GRANT A REQUEST FOR AN EXCEPTION
from Section 17.21.020 of the Borough Code in accordance with
Section 17.26.020 to permit a 20-space mobile home park to locate
in a B--Business Zoning District. Tract V and a Portion of Tract
W, U.S. Survey 3218, subject to the condition of approval
outlined below, and to adopt the findings contained in the staff
report as "Findings of Fact" for this case. The motion CARRIED
by majority roll call vote. Commissioners Knudsen and Smedley
voted "no."
CONDITION OF APPROVAL
1. Two 8-foot by 20-foot parking spaces shall be provided on
each mobile home space.
2. A 4-foot chain link fence shall be constructed and
maintained around the perimeter of the property.
3. The playgrounds and other areas not specifically needed for
parking and turning shall be landscaped.
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That the use as proposed in the application, or under
appropriate conditions or restrictions, will not (A)
endanger the public's health, safety or general welfare, (B)
be inconsistent with the general purposes and intent of this
title and (C) adversely impact other properties or uses in
the neighborhood.
A. It appears that the proposed use will not endanger the
public's health, safety or general welfare. All mobile
homes will be connected to public water and sewer
systems and be required to meet the provisions of the
Uniform Building Code.
B. The proposed use will be consistent with the general
purposes and intent of Title 17, with the specific
description and intent of Chapter 17.21 (Business
District) and the provisions of Chapter 17.26 (Mobile
Home Parks). Mobile home parks are permitted in the
B--Business Zoning District through the exception
process. Staff has reviewed the application and site
plan submitted by the applicant and finds that the
standards of the mobile home park chapter will be met.
C. The proposed use does not appear to adversely impact
other properties or uses in the area for several
reasons. The existing mobile home park was approved in
1982 and departmental files do not indicate that the
park has adversely impacted other properties in the
area. The location of the new addition is located in
an area that is quite a bit lower in elevation than the
existing residences in Crestview Subdivision and is
behind the rear yards of these lots and the lots
fronting on Mill Bay Road. Rear property lines are
considered to be a good dividing line between differing
land uses. Lastly, extension of the park road will
provide access to Melnitsa Lane as an alternative
outlet for traffic. This should funnel some traffic
away from the existing driveways which are very close
to the Mill Bay Road/Rezanof Intersection.
COMMISSIONER THOMPSON returned to the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
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B) CASE 86-038. Request for the rezoning of a Portion of Tract S-1,
U.S. Survey 3218, specifically Lots 1 through 7, Brechan
Subdivision Preliminary Plat (Case S-86-011, dated April 18,
1986) from RR1--Rural Residential One to R1--Single-Family
Residential in accordance with Chapter 17.72 (Amendments and
Changes) of the Borough Code; and a
Request for the rezoning of a Portion of Tract S-1,
U.S. Survey 3218, specifically Lots 8 through 15, Brechan
Subdivision Preliminary Plat (Case S-86-011, dated April 18,
/"- 1986) from RR1--Rural Residential One to B--Business in
accordance with Chapter 17.72 (Amendments and Changes) of the
Borough Code; and a
Request for the rezoning of the remaining Portion
of Tract S-1, U.S. Survey 3218 from RR1--Rural Residential One to
I --Industrial in accordance with Chapter 17.72 (Amendments and
Changes) of the Borough Code. Located along Island Lake Road
between Mill Bay Road and Cove Drive. (Brechan Enterprises,
Inc.)
BOB PEDERSON indicated 52 public hearing notices were mailed for
this case and 2 were returned, 1 against any business or
industrial zoning and 1 against industrial zoning. Staff
recommended approval of "option 2."
Regular Session Closed.
Public Hearing Opened:
LOUIS IANI appeared before the Commission and expressed support
for "option 1."
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners, Mr. Iani and
Community Development Department staff.
CRAIG JOHNSON appeared before the Commission and expressed
i-- opposition to six and a half acres of industrial zoning next to
Shahafka Acres and expressed support of option 2.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners, Mr. Johnson and
Community Development Department staff.
Public Hearing Closed.
Regular Session Opened.
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO RECOMMEND that the Borough
Assembly approve the rezoning of Tract S-1, U.S. Survey 3218, as
outlined in Option 1 with the exception of Lots 1 through 7 be
changed to R2--Two-Family Residential and to adopt the findings
contained in the staff report as "Findings of Fact" for this
case. The motion was seconded.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners.
The question was called and the motion FAILED by majority roll
call vote. Commissioners Knudsen, Rennell, Thompson and Smedley
voted "no."
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners; Commissioners
Knudsen, Rennell, Thompson and Smedley stated their reasons for
r— voting "no;" Linda Freed gave input on the findings of fact
required and Mr. Iani stated his position.
C) CASE 86-039. Request for the rezoning of a Portion of Lot 2,
U.S. Survey 2539, known as Bruhn Point (identified as Segment A
of Parcel 1 in the 1977 agreement) and containing approximately
38 acres from C--Conservation to RR1--Rural Residential One in
accordance with Chapter 17.72 (Amendments and Changes) of the
Borough Code. Located near Marine Hill in Womens Bay. (Koniag,
Inc.)
BOB PEDERSON indicated 12 public hearing notices were mailed for
this case and then summarized the responses to this request and
the staff's recommendation.
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Regular Session Closed.
Public Hearing Opened:
LT. REX TAKAHASHI, USCG Planning Officer, appeared before the
Commission and expressed support for the rezoning of this area as
Rural Residential.
LOUIS IANI, Brechan Enterprises, appeared before the Commission
and expressed support for this request.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners and Mr. Iani.
Public Hearing Closed.
Regular Session Opened.
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO RECOMMEND that the Kodiak Island
Borough Assembly approve the rezoning of a Portion of Lot 2, U.S.
Survey 2539, known as Bruhn Point (identified as Segment A of
Parcel 1 in the 1977 Agreement) and containing 38 acres from
C--Conservation to RR1--Rural Residential One in accordance with
Chapter 17.72 of the Borough Code and to adopt findings Al and B1
contained in the staff report as "Findings of Fact" for this
case. The motion was seconded and CARRIED by majority roll call
vote. Commissioner Rennell voted "no."
FINDINGS OF FACT
A
B.
Findings as to the Need and Justification for a Change or
Amendment.
1. A rezone to RR1--Rural Residential One is justified
because the uses permitted will be compatible with
existing and potential land use on surrounding
properties.
Findings as to the Effect a Change or Amendment would have
on the Obiectives of the Comprehensive Plan.
1. The proposed RR1--Rural Residential One Zoning District
will have no effect on the objectives of the
comprehensive plan because the plan does not cover the
rezone area.
D) CASE 86-042. Request for the rezoning of Lots 12 through 16,
Block 6 and Lot 19, Block 7, Baranof Heights Subdivision First
Addition from R2--Two-Family Residential to R3--Multifamily
Residential in accordance with Chapter 17.72 (Amendments and
Changes) of the Borough Code. 1213 through 1223 Larch Street.
(Terrance Brauner)
BOB PEDERSON indicated 58 public hearing notices were mailed for
this case and 6 were returned, opposing this request. Staff
recommended denial of this request.
Regular Session Closed.
Public Hearing Opened:
POWELL TROTTER appeared before the Commission and expressed
opposition to this request.
Public Hearing Closed.
Regular Session Opened.
COMMISSIONER HEINRICHS MOVED TO RECOMMEND that the Kodiak Island
Borough Assembly approve the rezoning of Lots 7 through 11, Block
6 and Lot 19, Block 7, Baranof Heights Subdivision 1st Addition
from R2--Two-Family Residential to R3--Multifamily Residential in
accordance with Chapter 17.72 of the Borough Code. The motion
was seconded and FAILED by unanimous roll call vote.
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COMMISSIONER HEINRICHS MOVED TO ADOPT the findings contained in
the staff report as "Findings of Fact" for this case. The motion
was seconded and CARRIED by unanimous voice vote.
The Commissioners stated their reasons for voting "no."
FINDINGS OF FACT
2.
Findings as to the Need and Justification for a Change or
Amendment.
A rezone to R3--Multifamily Residential is not justified or
needed because such a rezone will create adverse parking and
traffic impacts, permit land uses that are potentially
incompatible with existing land uses, and can be construed
as spot zoning.
Findings as to the Effect a Change or
on the Obiectives of the Comorehensiv
have
The proposed R3--Multifamily Residential Zoning District
will have a negative impact on the objectives of the
Comprehensive Plan, which identifies the rezone area for
medium density residential development, because the
R3--Multifamily Residential Zoning District permits a high
density of residential development.
E) CASE 86-044. Request for a variance from Section 17.18.050
(Yards) of the Borough Code to permit a 8-foot by 10-foot arctic
entry/mud room addition on to the front of the existing
single-family residence to encroach 8-feet into the required
16.5-foot front yard setback of the Rl--Single-Family Residential
Zoning District. Lot 15, Block 8, Aleutian Homes Subdivision;
513 Hemlock Street. (Felix Canete)
BOB PEDERSON indicated 57 public hearing notices were mailed for
this case and 1 was returned, in favor of this request. Staff
recommended approval of this request.
Regular Session Closed.
Public Hearing Opened:
Seeing and hearing none.
Public Hearing Closed.
Regular Session Opened.
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO GRANT A request for a variance
from Section 17.18.050 of the Borough Code to permit an 8-foot by
10-foot arctic entry/mud room addition onto the front of the
existing single-family residence to encroach 8-feet into the
required 16.5-foot front yard setback in the Rl--Single-Family
Residential Zoning District on Lot 15, Block 8, Aleutian Homes
Subdivision and to adopt the findings contained in the staff
report as "Findings of Fact" for this case. The motion was
seconded.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners.
The question was called and the motion CARRIED by unanimous roll
call vote.
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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.
In this case, the exceptional physical condition is the
placement of the existing structure on the lot. Any
addition of an arctic entry will require a variance.
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2. Strict application of the zoning ordinances would result in
practical difficulties or unnecessary hardshiDS.
The strict application of the zoning ordinance will not
allow the addition of an arctic entry. This is a practical
difficulty and unnecessary hardship when many other Aleutian
Homes have arctic entries.
3. The granting of the variance will not result in material
damages or prejudice to other properties in the vicinity
be detrimental to the public's health, safetv and welfar
Granting of this variance will not result in material
damages or prejudice to other properties in the area. A
substantial number of other Aleutian Homes have arctic
entries and the Commission has granted variances in the past
for arctic entry additions.
4. The granting of the variance will not be contrary to the
objectives of the Comprehensive Plan.
Granting of the variance will not be contrary to the
objectives of the comprehensive plan which identifies this
area for medium -density residential development. The
addition will not increase the existing density.
5. That actions of the applicant did not cause special
conditions or financial hardship from which relief is bein
sought by the variance.
In this case, actions of the applicant did not cause the
conditions from which relief is being sought by a variance.
The existing structure was built in 1951 and purchased by
the applicant in 1980.
6. That the granting of the variance will not permit a
prohibited land use in the district involved.
Single -Family Residential land uses are permitted in this
district.
F) CASE 86-045. Request for an exception from Section 17.18.020
(Permitted Uses) of the Borough Code to permit a new city health
clinic building to locate in a R1--Single-Family Residential
Zoning District; and a
Request for a variance from Chapter 17.57
(Off -Street Parking and Loading) of the Borough Code to permit an
exemption from the requirements of providing off-street parking
spaces, a paved public parking lot, screening of adjacent
residentially zoned lots and providing an off-street loading
berth for the new city health clinic building. Lot 10A, Block
13A, Akhiok Townsite. (City of Akhiok/Northern Exploration and
Equipment Company)
BOB PEDERSON indicated 12 public hearing notices were mailed for
this case and 1 was returned, commenting on the notices
themselves. Staff recommended approval of this request.
Regular Session Closed.
Public Hearing Opened:
DAVID ELUSKA, Treasurer of the Akhiok City Council, appeared
before the Commission and expressed support for this request and
the request listed as Item VI-G.
Public Hearing Closed. KIBS226003
Regular Session Opened.
COMMISSIONER KNUDSEN MOVED TO GRANT A request for an exception
from Section 17.18.020 of the Borough Code to permit a new city
clinic building to locate in the R1--Single-Family Residential
Zoning District on Lot 10A, Block 13A, Akhiok Townsite and a new
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city equipment storage building to locate in the
R1--Single-Family Residential Zoning District on Lots 9A and 10A,
Block 2, Akhiok Townsite
and a request for a variance from Chapter 17.57 of the
Borough Code to permit the new city clinic building to be exempt
from the requirements of providing off-street parking spaces, a
paved public parking lot, screening of adjacent residentially
zoned lots and providing an off-street loading berth in the
R1--Single-Family Residential Zoning District on Lot 10A, Block
13A, Akhiok Townsite and a request for a variance from Chapter
17.57 of the Borough Code to permit the new city equipment
storage building to be exempt from the requirements of providing
off-street parking spaces, a paved public parking lot, screening
of adjacent residentially zoned lots and providing an off-street
loading berth in the R1--Single-Family Residential Zoning
District on Lots 9A and 10A, Block 2, Akhiok Townsite
and to adopt the findings contained in the staff report as
"Findings of Fact" for this case. The motion was seconded and
CARRIED by unanimous roll call vote.
FINDINGS OF FACT
For the exception for the new city clinic building:
1. That the use as proposed in the application, or under
appropriate conditions or restrictions, will not (A)
endanger the public's health, safety or general welfare, (B)
be inconsistent with the general purposes and intent of this
title and (C) adversely impact other properties or uses in
the neighborhood.
A. It appears that the proposed use will not endanger the
public's health, safety or general welfare. The new
facility will be connected to public water and sewer
r and the structural plans must be approved by the State
Fire Marshall.
B. The proposed use will be consistent with the general
purposes and intent of Title 17 and with the authority
and purpose of Chapter 17.65 (Exceptions). Exceptions
are provided for in the Borough Code to provide
consideration of land uses that are not permitted in
certain zoning districts. Public buildings and
facilities are not permitted in the R1--Single-Family
Residential Zoning District. The location of the new
city clinic building has been agreed upon by the Akhiok
City Council.
C. The proposed use does not appear to adversely impact
other properties or uses in the area. The structure
will be slightly smaller and not have substantially
different use characteristics or impacts on the
surrounding area than the existing single-family
residences in the area.
For the exception for the new equipment storage building:
1. That the use as proposed in the application, or under
r appropriate conditions or restrictions, will not (A)
endanger the public's health, safety or general welfare, (B)
be inconsistent with the general purposes and intent of this
title and (C) adversely impact other properties or uses in
the neighborhood.
A. It appears that the proposed use will not endanger the
public's health, safety or general welfare. A public
building that has been used for a variety of activities
is currently located on Lot 10A and according to
departmental files has not posed any danger to the
public's health, safety or welfare. The structural
plans for the new building must be approved by the
State Fire Marshall.
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B. The proposed use will be consistent with the general
purposes and intent of Title 17 and with the authority
and purpose of Chapter 17.65 (Exceptions). Exceptions
are provided for in the Borough Code to provide
consideration of land uses that are not permitted in
certain zoning districts. Public buildings and
facilities are not permitted in the R1--Single-Family
Residential Zoning District. In this instance a public
building is currently located on the lot, there are
other public buildings on adjoining lots and the
location of the new city equipment storage building has
been agreed upon by the Akhiok City Council.
C. The proposed use does not appear to adversely impact
other properties or uses in the area. The existing
public building has been compatible with surrounding
uses and the new structure will not have substantially
different use characteristics or impacts oir the
surrounding area.
For the variance for the new city health clinic:
1. Exceptional physical circumstances or conditions
to
not avvly to
use district.
use
same land
The unique condition applicable to this request is the
nature of the transportation system in Akhiok, the lack of
paved roads, paved parking lots, paving equipment and the
lack of a need for an off-street loading berth.
2. Strict
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4.
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ordinances would
Strict application of the zoning ordinance would require the
provision of a paved parking area that would include wheel
stops or bumper guards, an off-street loading berth and
screening between the parking area and adjacent residential
parking areas. This would be an unnecessary hardship as no
other facilities in Akhiok have been required to provide
these items and there is no need for them.
The granting of the variance will not result in material
damages or prejudice to other properties in the vicinitynor
be detrimental to the Dub lic's health. safety and we7fnrn_
The granting of the variance will not result in material
damage to adjacent properties, interfere with safe road
traffic and circulation, or be detrimental to the public's
health, safety or welfare of the residents of Akhiok for the
reasons outlined in 1 and 2, above.
of the variance
to the
Granting of the variance will not be inconsistent with the
adopted comprehensive plan. A new comprehensive plan for
Akhiok is currently being developed.
That actions of the applicant did not cause
C
In this case actions of the applicant have not caused the
conditions from which relief is being sought by a variance.
The variance request will be decided prior to construction.
6. That the granting of the variance will not permit a
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A city clinic building will be a permitted land use on this
lot in the R1--Single-Family Residential Zoning District
only if the exception request is granted.
For the variance for the new equipment storage building:
1.
to the property
generally do not
use district.
ical circumstances or conditions applicable
or intended use of development. which
to
the same land
The unique conditions applicable to this request are the
nature of the transportation system in Akhiok, the lack of
paved roads, paved parking lots, paving equipment and the
lack of a need for an off-street loading berth.
2. Strict application of the zoning ordinances would result in
practical difficulties or unnecessary hardshina_
Strict application of the zoning ordinance would require the
provision of a paved parking area that would include wheel
stops or bumper guards, an off-street loading berth and
screening between the parking area and adjacent residential
parking areas. This would be an unnecessary hardship as no
other facilities in Akhiok have been required to provide
these items and there is no need for them.
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_
The granting of the variance will not result in material
damage to adjacent properties, interfere with safe road
traffic and circulation, or be detrimental to the public's
health, safety or welfare of the residents of Akhiok for the
reasons outlined in 1 and 2, above.
4. The granting of the variance will not be contrary to the
objectives of the Comprehensive Plan.
Granting of the variance will not be inconsistent with the
Akhiok Comprehensive Plan. A new comprehensive plan for
Akhiok is currently being prepared.
5. That actions of the applicant did not cause special
conditions or financial hardship from which relief
sought by the variance.
In this case actions of the applicant have not caused the
conditions from which relief is being sought by a variance.
The variance request will be decided prior to construction.
6. That the granting of the variance will not permit a
A city equipment storage building will be a permitted land
use on this lot in the R1--Single-Family Residential Zoning
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District only if the exception request is granted.
G) CASE 86-046. Request for an exception from Section 17.18.020
(Permitted Uses) of the Borough Code to permit a new equipment
storage building to locate in a R1--Single-Family Residential
Zoning District; and a
Request for a variance from Chapter 17.57
(Off -Street Parking and Loading) of the Borough Code to permit an
exemption from the requirements of providing off-street parking
spaces, a paved public parking lot, screening of adjacent
residentially zoned lots and providing an off-street loading
berth for the city equipment storage building. Lots 9A and 10A,
Block 2, Akhiok Townsite. (City of Akhiok/Northern Exploration
and Equipment Company)
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This item was addressed along with item VI-F above.
H) CASE 86-047. Request for a conditional use permit in accordance
with Section 17.24.020 (Conditional Uses) of the Borough Code to
permit three petroleum storage tanks to locate in the
I --Industrial Zoning District. Lots B and D, Tract A, U.S.
Survey 444; 310 through 312 Mission Road. (Petro Marine
Services)
BOB PEDERSON indicated 21 public hearing notices were mailed for
this case and 9 were returned, opposing this request. Staff
recommended approval of this request.
Regular Session Closed.
Public Hearing Opened:
FATHER HALL, President of the Board of Senior Citizens of Kodiak,
appeared before the Commission and expressed opposition to this
request.
GEORGE MAGNUSEN, member of the Board of Senior Citizens of
Kodiak, appeared before the Commission and expressed opposition
to this request.
FATHER PETER KRETA appeared before the Commission and expressed
opposition to this request.
BOB HALES appeared before the Commission and expressed support
for this request.
ALEXIS HALES, Petro Marine, appeared before the Commission and
expressed support for this request.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners, Ms. Hales and Don
James of Petro Marine.
DON JAMES appeared before the Commission and expressed support
for this request.
FATHER JOSEPH KRETA appeared before the Commission and expressed
opposition to this request.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners, Father Joseph
Kreta and Don James.
FATHER PETER KRETA reappeared before the Commission and a
discussion ensued between Peter Kreta, Don James, Bob Hales and
Joseph Kreta.
DAVE OBERG, Uyak Air, appeared before the Commission and
expressed support for this request.
ROLAN ROUSS, Island Air, appeared before the Commission and
expressed support for this request.
Public Hearing Closed.
Regular Session Opened.
r-- COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO GRANT A request for a conditional
use permit in accordance with Section 17.24.020 of the Borough
Code to permit two petroleum storage tanks to locate in the
I --Industrial Zoning District on Lots B and D, Tract A, U.S.
Survey 444, subject to the conditions of approval outlined below,
and to adopt the findings contained in the staff report as
"Findings of Fact" for this case. The motion was seconded and
CARRIED by unanimous roll call vote.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
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1. Size, dimensions and location of the tanks will be as shown
on the attached site plan.
2. Compliance with all provisions of the Uniform Building Code
and Uniform Fire Code shall be demonstrated prior to
issuance of zoning compliance or a building permit.
3. The existing residential structure on Lot B shall be
removed.
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That the conditional use will preserve the value. spirit
It appears that the proposed use will not detract from the
value, spirit, character and integrity of the surrounding
area. The surrounding area has a wide variety of land uses,
including a church, an office building, vacant lot, park,
residences, waterfront area and the fuel dock. A bulk fuel
storage facility or "tank farm" is a long established land
use at this location and departmental files do not indicate
that the facility has been detrimental to the surrounding
area. The addition of two tanks will not result in a change
of land use and is a relatively minor increase in land use
intensity. Eleven storage tanks are currently located on
the site.
2. That the conditional use fulfills all other requirements of
The proposed use will be required to fulfill all other
requirements of the Industrial Zoning District, the Uniform
Building Code and the Uniform Fire Code. The proposed
r location of the tanks meets or exceeds all required setbacks
and height limits of the I --Industrial Zoning District. It
also appears that the proposed use will comply with the
applicable performance standards for industrial land uses.
Full compliance with the Uniform Building and Fire Code
provisions will be assured through the building permit
process but should be identified as a condition of approval
for the conditional use permit.
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3. That granting the conditional use permit will not be harmful
to the public health, safety, convenience and comfort.
The proposed use should not be harmful to the public's
health, safety, convenience or comfort. As previously
discussed, the existing facility has not been shown to be
detrimental or harmful to public health or safety, the land
use will not change, and the addition of two tanks when
there are eleven already on the property, does not represent
a significant increase in the intensity of land use or
amount of products stored on the property. The two tanks
proposed are roughly the same size and shape as the smaller
existing tanks on the site. It could be argued that two
more tanks will increase the potential for harm in the case
of a catastrophic event. Staff feels that this is a slim
possibility and even then the two additional tanks would be
a small portion of the bigger picture. It should also be
noted that the existing tank farm predates the 1964 tsunami.
4. That sufficient setbacks, lot area, buffers or
to meet the conditions listed
this section.
There is sufficient lot area for the proposed tanks when the
residence is removed. The proposed location exceeds the
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to fire code separation requirements will be assured prior
to issuance of a building permit. Compliance with these
requirements should ensure adequate separation from other
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structures in the area. In addition, the property is fenced
for security purposes.
CHAIRMAN RENNELL recessed the meeting for ten minutes.
CHAIRMAN RENNELL reconvened the meeting at 11:00 p.m.
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO CONTINUE THE MEETING PAST 11:00 P.M.
The motion was seconded and CARRIED by unanimous voice vote.
I) CASE S-86-011. Subdivision of Tract S-1, U.S. Survey 3218 to
Lots 1 through 15 and Tract S-lA. (Brechan Enterprises, Inc.)
DAVE CROWE indicated 39 public hearing notices were mailed for
this case and none were returned.
Regular Session Closed.
Public Hearing Opened:
Seeing and hearing none.
Public Hearing Closed.
Regular Session Opened.
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO TABLE CASE S-86-011 until zoning
of this area allows subdivision of this property to the desired
lot sizes. The motion was seconded and CARRIED by unanimous roll
call vote.
J) CASE S-86-015. Preliminary subdivision of Lot 13, Block 1,
Monashka Bay Alaska Subdivision to Lots 13A and 13B. (Tom
Hendel)
DAVE CROWE indicated 20 public hearing notices were mailed for
this case and none were returned.
Regular Session Closed.
Public Hearing Opened:
TOM HENDEL appeared before the Commission and expressed support
for this request.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners, Tom Hendel and
Engineering Department staff.
Public Hearing Closed.
Regular Session Opened.
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO GRANT A PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF
CASE S-86-015: Preliminary subdivision of Lot 13, Block 1,
Monashka Bay Alaska Subdivision to Lots 13A and 13B, subject to
the following conditions:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
1. Provide a 50-foot-wide flag stem and designate the flag stem
to be a utility and access easement for Lot 13A.
2. Provide the following plat note: "The front yard setback
for Lot 13B shall be measured from the rear lot line of Lot
13A."
3. And that a note should be placed on the plat stating:
"The rear setback for Lot 13B shall be measured from the top
of the cliff."
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COMMISSIONER HEINRICHS MOVED TO AMEND THE MAIN MOTION by adding
condition number 4 that "ADEC approval for well and septic
systems located on the lots they are intended to serve." The
amendment was seconded and CARRIED by unanimous roll call vote.
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K)
The question was called and the main motion as amended CARRIED by
majority roll call vote. Commissioners Knudsen and Rennell voted
"no."
CASE 5-86-016. Preliminary subdivision of Lot 5, U.S. Survey
3466 (Dark Lake) to Lots 5A and 5B. (Ed Van Fleet)
DAVE CROWE indicated 11 public hearing notices were mailed for
this case and none were returned.
Regular Session Closed.
Public Hearing Opened:
ED VAN FLEET appeared before the Commission and expressed support
for this request.
Public Hearing Closed.
Regular Session Opened.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners, Engineering
Department staff and Community Development Department staff.
COMMISSIONER HEINRICHS MOVED TO GRANT PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF
CASE 5-86-016: subdivision of Lot 5, U.S. Survey 3466 (Dark
Lake) to Lots 5A and 5B, subject to the following:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
1. The applicant to install water and sewer services to Lot 5A.
2. Place the following note on the final plat: "No further
subdivision of these lots shall be allowed."
3. The shed on Lot 5A shall be removed or relocated to a lot
having a main dwelling.
4. The shed that encroaches onto Lot 6 shall be relocated in
conformance with Title 17.
5. A plat note showing: "Natural streams and drainage courses
shall not be blocked or impeded."
The motion was seconded.
COMMISSIONER KNUDSEN MOVED TO AMEND THE MAIN MOTION TO ADD "the
50-foot road and utility easement be dedicated as a public
right-of-way" and "the applicant to construct access to Lot 5B or
provide a parking deck and stairway before filing the final
plat." The amendment died for the lack of a second.
COMMISSIONER HEINRICHS MOVED TO AMEND THE MAIN MOTION TO ADD "the
applicant to construct access to Lot 5B or provide a parking deck
and stairway before filing the final plat." The amendment was
seconded and CARRIED by unanimous roll call vote.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners and Community
Development Department staff.
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO AMEND THE MAIN MOTION TO REMOVE
the condition that the applicant install water and sewer services
to Lot 5A. The motion was seconded.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners.
The question was called and the amendment CARRIED by majority
roll call vote. Commissioners Knudsen and Rennell voted "no."
The question was called and the main motion as amended CARRIED by
majority roll call vote. Commissioner Rennell voted "no."
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L) CASE 5-86-017. Preliminary subdivision of Lot 1, Block 4, Miller
Point Alaska Subdivision First Addition to Lots 1A, 1B and 1C.
(Arthur Johnson)
DAVE CROWE indicated 44 public hearing notices were mailed for
this case and none were returned.
Regular Session Closed.
Public Hearing Opened:
BOB TARRANT appeared before the Commission and expressed support
for this request.
Public Hearing Closed.
Regular Session Opened.
COMMISSIONER KNUDSEN MOVED TO GRANT FINAL APPROVAL OF CASE
5-86-017: subdivision of Lot 1, Block 4, Miller Point Alaska
Subdivision First Addition to Lots 1A, 1B and 1C with the
condition that there be a plat note that Lots 1B and 1C contain
fill material and the 8-foot by 12-foot addition to the garage
shall be removed. The motion was seconded.
COMMISSIONER HEINRICHS MOVED TO AMEND THE MAIN MOTION TO ADD that
the plat note show the year of the fill. The amendment was
seconded and CARRIED by unanimous roll call vote.
The question was called and the main motion as amended CARRIED by
unanimous roll call vote.
M) CASE 5-86-018. Vacation of a Portion of a Utility Easement ten
feet wide along the rear lot line of Lot 14D, Russian Creek
Alaska Subdivision. (Allen Ediger)
DAVE CROWE indicated 33 public hearing notices were mailed for
this case and none were returned.
Regular Session Closed.
Public Hearing Opened:
Seeing and hearing none.
Public Hearing Closed.
Regular Session Opened.
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO GRANT FINAL APPROVAL OF CASE
5-86-018: Vacation of a Portion of a Utility Easement ten feet
wide along the rear lot line of Lot 14D, Russian Creek Alaska
Subdivision subject to the conditions outlined in the memorandum
from the Borough Engineer dated June 10, 1986:
1. Correct the spelling of the applicant's name to Ediger;
2. Change the name under the ownership signature line and in
the Notary's Acknowledgment to "Interstate Associates, Inc."
The motion was seconded and CARRIED by unanimous roll call vote.
N) CASE 86-048. Request for an exception from Section 17.21.020
(Permitted Uses) of the Borough Code to permit a temporary
fireworks sales stand to locate in a Business Zoning District.
Lot 22, Block 1, Russian Creek Alaska Subdivision. (Joel Hayes)
BOB PEDERSON indicated that this was a late addition to the
agenda, authorized by the Borough Mayor, therefore no public
hearing notices were sent but this item was advertised on KMXT
and KVOK.
Regular Session Closed.
Public Hearing Opened:
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JOEL HAYES appeared before the Commission and expressed support
for this request.
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners and Mr. Hayes.
Public Hearing Closed.
Regular Session Opened.
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO GRANT A REQUEST FOR AN EXCEPTION
i-- from Section 17.21.020 of the Borough Code to permit a temporary
fireworks sales stand to locate in a B--Business Zoning District
on Lot 22, Block 1, Russian Creek Alaska Subdivision, subject to
the conditions of approval outlined below, and to adopt the
findings contained in the staff report as "Findings of Fact" for
this case. The motion was seconded and CARRIED by majority roll
call vote. Commissioner Rennell voted "no."
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The sale of fireworks shall be discontinued at this location
by July 6, 1986.
2. The use shall be removed from the lot by Monday, July 7,
1986.
3. Provide a copy of the required State of Alaska "Permit for
the Sale of Salable Fireworks."
4. Agree to place "No Smoking within 250 feet" and No Fireworks
to be Discharged within 250 feet" signs on the premises.
5. Agree to provide a trash receptacle on the premises for the
use of patrons.
6. The exception shall be valid only until July 7, 1986.
FINDINGS OF FACT:
1. That the use as proposed in the application, or under
appropriate conditions or restrictions, will not (A)
endanger the public's health, safety or general welfare, (B)
be inconsistent with the general purposes and intent of this
title and (C) adversely impact other properties or uses in
the neighborhood.
A. It appears that the proposed use will not endanger the
public's health, safety or general welfare. The use is
temporary in nature and the applicant has obtained a
permit (#86A-012) to sell fireworks from the Office of
the State Fire Marshal. Lastly, the applicant agrees
to comply with the conditions attached to all fireworks
stands, as follows:
1. The sale of fireworks shall be discontinued at
this location by July 6, 1986.
2. The use shall be removed from the lot by Monday,
July 7, 1986.
3. Provide a copy of the required State of Alaska
"Permit for the Sale of Salable Fireworks."
4. Agree to place "No Smoking within 250 feet" and No
Fireworks to be Discharged within 250 feet" signs
on the premises.
5. Agree to provide a trash receptacle on the
premises for the use of patrons.
6. The exception shall be valid only until July 7,
1986.
KIBS226012 B. The proposed use will be consistent with the general
purposes and intent of Title 17 and with the specific
description and intent of Chapter 17.21, the Business
Zoning District because the proposed use will not be a
permanent retail sales outlet and also because the
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Kodiak Island Borough Assembly specifically exempted
Article 78 of the 1982 Uniform Fire Code when it
adopted this Code on June 6, 1985. Article 78 forbids
the sale of fireworks.
C. The proposed use does not appear to adversely impact
other properties in the area because the location of
the stand on the Business zoned lot is a great distance
away from the nearest residence and because other
surrounding properties are undeveloped or developed
with business uses. Further, adequate off-street
parking is available.
OLD BUSINESS
A) CASE S-85-049. Revised final subdivision of Lot 3, Block 4,
Bells Flats Alaska Subdivision to Lots 3A and 3B. (Melvin
Kortlever)
A discussion ensued amongst Engineering Department staff, the
Commissioners and Bob Tarrant.
ISSIONER
THAT THE
MOVED THAT THE FINAL
PURSUE OTHER REMEDIES FOR
was secon
roll call vote.
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B) CASE S-85-002. Final subdivision of Lot 6, Block 1, Bells Flats
Alaska Subdivision to Lots 6A, 6B, 6C and 6D. (Pamela Baglien)
A discussion ensued amongst Engineering Department staff, the
Commissioners and Bob Tarrant.
MISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED ON CASE S-85-002 SUBDIVISION OF LOT
BLOCK 1, BELLS FLATS ALASKA SUBDIVISION THAT THIS FINAL PLAT
RETURNED TO THE APPLICANT FOR REDESIGN SUCH THAT EACH LOT
SUPPLY SYSTEM AND THAT THE REVISED PLAT BE GRANTED S
APPROVAL PRIOR TO SUBMISSION TO THE COMMISSION. The
seconded and CARRIED by unanimous roll call vote.
A) CASE S-85-049. Revised final subdivision of Lot 3, Block 4,
Bells Flats Alaska Subdivision to Lots 3A and 3B. (Melvin
Kortlever)
was
COMMISSIONER KNUDSEN MOVED TO RECONSIDER THE ACTION TAKEN ON CASE
S-85-049. The motion was seconded and CARRIED by unanimous voice
vote.
COMMISSIONER KNUDSEN MOVED TO AMEND THE MAIN MOTION TO SAY that
all septic and water systems be on the individual lots that they
serve. The amendment was seconded and CARRIED by unanimous voice
vote.
C) CASE 85-039. Review of the conditions of approval of a
previously approved exception that permitted a welding business
to locate in a R1--Single-Family Residential Zoning District
subject to nine conditions of approval. Lot 3A, Block 3, Island
Lake Subdivision; 3246 Ptarmigan Pass. (Lyle K. LaMont)
COMMISSIONER HEINRICHS MOVED TO
FAVORABLE REPORT OF THE ACTIVIT
motion was seconded and CARRIED
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
IX. COMMUNICATIONS
RECEIPT OF THE
E ON THIS LOT. The
voice vote.
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IONER KNUDSEN MOVED
vote.
TO ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF THE ITEMS OF
was seconded and CARRIED by iinnnimn„a
A) A copy of a letter from David C. Crowe, re: Preliminary
Subdivision Plat Submittals, dated May 27, 1986.
voice
A discussion ensued amongst the Commissioners and Engineering
Department staff.
B) A copy of a letter from the State of Alaska Department of Health
and Social Services Division of Planning to James H. Gingerich,
Administrator, Kodiak Island Hospital dated May 13, 1986.
C) Minutes of the May 6 and 20, 1986 Womens Bay Comprehensive
Planning Committee Meetings.
D) Meeting Notes of the April 13 and 21, 1986 Chiniak Community
Forum Comprehensive Plan Worksessions.
X. REPORTS
A) Status Report from the Community Development Department.
XI. AUDIENCE COMMENTS
There were no audience comments.
XII. COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS
COMMISSIONER KNUDSEN MOVED TO ADOPT THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS OF FACT FOR
CASE 86-038:
1. Findings as to the Need and Justification for a Change or
Amendment.
A rezone from RR1 to R2 and Business is justified because these
categories will be appropriate for the land in question, will
permit development that can be compatible with existing and
potential land uses on surrounding properties and will not create
adverse traffic impacts. A rezone to Industrial is not justified
because of the potential for adverse health and safety impacts on
adjacent existing residential areas.
2. Findings as to the
Obiectives of the
ve
or
would have on the
A rezone to Industrial will be inconsistent with the
comprehensive plan. The comprehensive plan designation for this
area is for medium density residential development and industrial
zoning and land uses are not consistent with residential
development.
XIII. ADJOURNMENT
CHAIRMAN RENNELL adjourned the meeting at 12:34 p.m.
ATTEST
By:
Patricia Miley, ecretary
Community Deve pment Department
KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
By: Q �✓
Steve Rennell, Chairman
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DATE APPROVED:
A TAPE RECORDING IS ON FILE AT THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
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