HomeMy Public PortalAbout1996.12.11 VAC - Partial Vacation of a Public Right -of -Way - Stone Lane - BaconJim Stone
710 Whiterock Avenue
P.O. Box 2949
Crested Butte, CO 81224
(970) 349-1546
November 26, 1995
Mr. Steven J. Milleman
P.O. Box 1066
McCall, ID 83638
Dear Steven,
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I recently spoke with Jim Bacon and we decided to put our "vacation / relocation"
document on hold.
He doesn't like losing some of his property to the required cul-de-sac. I don't
like the easement access to my property as opposed to the existing dedicated
road access.
I therefore am removing my approval from the "Stone Lane vacation / relocation"
document that you prepared in July 1995.
We may try again later, but for now please put this matter on hold.
I'm in Colorado for four months and don't have the Bacon's address or phone
number. Will you please forward a copy of this letter to them for me?
Sincerely,
Jim Stone
CITY OF MCCALL
AREA OF IMPACT PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSIONS
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW IN SUPPORT OF DENIAL OF
PARTIAL VACATION OF A PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
The Commission finds that:
1. A petition for approval of vacation of a public right-of-way was presented for public
hearing on December 10, 1996 by Bill Killen, on behalf of James R. & Nancy S.
Bacon, owners of lots 17,18, 19 & 20, Ski Ranch Subdivision #2, Valley County,
Idaho. The application was considered under MCC 3-21-310, PROCEDURE FOR
APPROVAL OF VACATION OF PLATS, PORTIONS THEREOF, PUBLIC RIGHTS -
OF -WAY, OR EASEMENTS.
2. The public right-of-way in question is described as the westerly 200.58 feet of Stone
Lane as platted of record. The area to be vacated is identified by cross -hatching on
the attached exhibit "A".
3. The necessary notice was given to the public and to other public agencies and
entities.
4. The land in question lies in Zone A, as does the property to the north, east, and
south. The property to the west lies in Zone R-10.
5. Under MCC 3-21-030 (C), the Commission must consider present and future
development of the neighborhood. Because the applicants own all properties to the
north and south of the portion of Stone Lane in question, vacating the street will
have little impact on present development. However, future development of the
neighborhood will be negatively impacted, particularly properties to the west of the
proposed vacation.
6. MCC 3-27-020 (C) requires that every subdivision in excess of 5 acres provide at
least two points of access to public roads outside the subdivision, where practical,
and where through roads are not practical, shall provide stubbed -out roads to the
boundary of the subdivision at logical points. The westerly portion of Stone Ln.
allows Ski Ranch Subdivision #2 to comply with MCC 3-27-020 (C). Conversely,
vacating Stone Ln. will result in non-compliance.
7. In the original platting of Ski Ranch Subdivision #2, Stone Ln. was extended to the
western boundary of the property, facilitating future development. Vacating the
westerly portion of Stone Lane may result in future access and traffic circulation
problems.
8. Stone Lane must continue to the western boundary of Ski Ranch Subdivision #2 so
as to allow for future development of property to the west.
The Commission concludes that:
1. Upon reviewing the proposed vacation with regard to present and future
development of the neighborhood, as well as the interests of adjacent property
owners, as per MCC 3-21-310 (C.), the Commission concludes that the vacation
should be denied.
2. The proposed vacation would limit access and fail to protect the public health, safety
and welfare. Therefore, the vacation is not appropriate.
3. The proposed vacation should be denied pursuant to MCC 3-21-310.
Dated: December 11, 1996
Attest:
ew Loci=ff Planner
Jude Eddins, Chairman
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CITY OF MCCALL
AREA OF CITY IMPACT
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Minutes
December 10, 1996
Attending: Julie Eddins, Chairman
Bill Erlebach
Barbara Knipe
Joe Johnson
Staff: Andy Locke, Staff Planner
Gary Shimun, City Manager
CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL:
Chair called the meeting to order at 7:34 p.m. and declared a quorum present.
MINUTES:
Johnson indicated an error on page 2 of the minutes. The minutes showed that Johnson
voted in the Drake Scenic Route decision, when in fact, he was not present at the meeting.
Johnson moved to approve the minutes as amended, seconded by Eddins. The motion
carried on an unanimous vote.
NEW BUSINESS:
Public Hearings:
Partial Vacation of a Public Right -of -Way - Stone Lane - Bacon
Chair declared a quorum present and opened the public hearing at 7:38 p.m.
Locke presented the staff report. Staff report focused on potential future uses of properties
to the west and possible solutions to ROW encroachment problems.
Chair sought testimony from the applicants. Bill Killen, representing the applicants, gave a
presentation. Killen raised the following primary issues:
• Road has not been built in the 30 years it has been platted.
• Vacation would eliminate ROW encroachment of existing structure.
• Utilities are of little concern.
• Valley County Road Department favors vacating the street in question, and
building a proper Cul-de-Sac.
Chair sought testimony from proponents.
James Bacon, applicant, spoke in favor of the application. Bacon cited movement of survey
monuments following construction of his residence. ROW was increased from 50 feet to 60
feet, with the entire 10 feet being subtracted from Tots 17 & 18.
Bill Kliewer, 1403 Stone Ln., spoke in favor of the application. Kliewer cited traffic and dust
concerns related to construction of a through street. Kliewer also asserted that he had
purchased the property because it was sited on a dead-end street, and that he would rather
see future roads go elsewhere. Kliewer noted that if future development were to take place
in the area, water availability may become a problem.
With no further proponents wishing to be heard, Chair sought testimony from opponents.
Tom Kerr, representing James Stone (abutting property owner to the west), spoke in
opposition to the application. Kerr cited the concerns over ability to develop the Stone
property, and asserted that the Planning & Zoning Commission had likely required Stone
Lane to be extended to the property boundary for the purpose of future development.
Chair asked if written comment had been submitted. Locke read 3 letters into the record.
Two letters were in support of the application (Bill & Kate Gust, 1411 Stone Ln.; Dean &
Patty Hovdey, 1401 Stone Ln.). The third letter was submitted by Leslie L. Ankenman,
Valley County Engineer, on behalf of the Valley County Board of Commissioners, Road
Superintendent, and himself. The letter neither supported nor opposed the application.
Chair offered the floor to Mr. Killen for rebuttal. Mr. Killen responded to future development
concerns.
With no further public comment, Chair closed the public hearing at 8:30 p.m.
Commission discussed the application, discussing intent of previous P&Z actions, and
ramifications of vacation.
Eddins moved to deny the application for a partial vacation of a public right-of-way, on the
grounds that future access should be maintained, and that if involved parties wish to alter
the street configuration, they may submit a full application to amend the plat. Johnson
seconded and discussion ensued. Locke called roll:
Erlebach - Aye
Johnson - Aye
Eddins - Aye
Knipe - Nay
The motion carried on a 3-1 vote.
Chair announced that the recommendation would be forwarded to the Valley County Board
of Commissioners with the findings of fact and conclusions of law. Chair also noted that the
applicants may appeal the decisions to that Board.
Because the P&Z Commission did not vote unanimously, and with considerable public
input, the Commission chose not to make a motion waiving a second public hearing before
the Valley County Board of Commissioners.
Variance - 1662 Forest Lawn Street - Peterschmidt
Chair declared a quorum present and opened the public hearing at 9:13 p.m.
Chair introduced the application and called for the staff report. Locke summarized the staff
report.
Chair sought testimony from the applicant. Andy Laidlaw, representing the applicant,
offered a brief presentation.
Chair sought testimony from proponents, then opponents. No persons wished to be heard.
Chair read the McCall City Code requirements for granting a variance (MCC 3-30-010 (B)).
Staff read one letter submitted by Leslie L. Ankenman, Valley County Engineer. The letter
neither supported nor opposed the application.
With no further public comment, Chair closed the public hearing at 9:35 p.m.
Discussion ensued over whether a variance was actually required. Staff indicated that the
situation was unclear, specifically regarding MCC 3-28-030 (B), which refers to damage
greater than 50% of the value of the structure. If the structure is damaged beyond 50%
value, the structure must come into conformance with all provisions of McCall City Code. If
damage is less than 50%, the structure may be altered providing the non -conformity is not
increased.
Johnson moved to declare that the cost of repairing the damaged portion of the structure is
less than 50% of the value, and thus a variance is not required. Knipe seconded the
motion. Locke called role:
Erlebach - Aye
Johnson - Aye
Eddins - Aye
Knipe - Aye
The motion carried on a 4-0 vote.
Agenda Items:
1. Minor changes to Section 1 (definitions) of Ordinance 701
Commission discussed changes. Eddins moved to approve the amendments to Ordinance
701. Knipe seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
Chair announced that no further business was scheduled and subsequently adjourned the
meeting at 10:15 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted, Attest:
Julie Eddins, Chair Andrew Locke, Staff Planner
William M. Killen
Law Offices of
William M. Killen, P.A.
200 Park Street
McCall, Idaho
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box AO
McCall, Idaho 83638
November 8, 1996
McCall Impact P & Z
City Hall
McCall, Idaho 83638
Re: Application for Partial Vacation
To Whom It May Concern:
Telephone: (208) 634-7118
Facsimile: (208) 634-5880
Please process the enclosed on behalf of my clients, Mr. and Mrs. Bacon. They would like to see
the it scheduled at the earliest possible time. If it is still possible to get the matter noticed in time
for the second meeting in November that would be greatly appreciated.
By copy of this letter we are sending the identical package to Les Ankenman, Valley County
Engineer, as provided by the governing ordinance. Further, it is my understanding the final action
on whatever the Impact P & Z recommends will be handled by the Valley County commissioners
inasmuch as the street in question lies within the McCall impact area.
Best regards,
William M. Killen
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enc. Check/Application/Exhibits A-E
cc: Mr. and Mrs. Bacon
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Applicant Name
Mailing Address
Application for ` PARTIAL VACATION
Public Right -of -Way
James R. & Nancy S. Bacon
date_/_/
P. 0. Box 725, McCall, Idaho 83638
Description of Requested Vacation That portion of Stone Lane (Ski Ranch
Sub. No. 2) lying between and abutting lots 17, 18, 19 and 20
Reason for Request Right-of-way has never hPPn aPSTPloped, epened
or used by the public since original plat vacation will eliminate
encroachments into right-of-way.
Attach the Following:
1. A written narrative statement attached
2. A complete legal description - The westerly 200.58 feet. of
Stone Lane as platted of record
3. An 8 1 /2 X 11 site location map of requested vacation area and
adjacent properties
- See Exhibit A attached
4. A larger scale area map (also8 1/2X 11) - Exhibit D attached
5. Names and mailing addresses of all property owners within 300 feet
otthe perimeter of the entire requested vacation - Exhibit E attached
A check for $125.00 made payable to the City of McCaII
Note: the applicant will be billed for the amount of publication and
$1.00 for each letter of notification mailed to owners
APPLICATION FOR PARTIAL VACATION OF
PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
1. A written narrative statement
Following the recordation of the final plat (Exhibit A) of Ski Ranch Subdivision
No. 2 the developers sold off certain of the lots by reference to the preliminary plat
(Exhibit B). Among those were lots 17 and 18, which lie immediately south and
abut a platted public right of way identified as Stone Lane on the plat. The
preliminary plat reflected a 50 foot right-of-way for Stone Lane which branched
off Paul Bunyan Road until its terminus on the westerly boundary of the
subdivision. The pins physically on the premises reflected the preliminary plat
layout. A home built by the purchaser of lots 17 and 18, Mr. and Mrs. Reinecker,
was built with reference to the property lines and pins establishing the 50 foot
right-of-way.
They in turn resold the property to a Mr. and Mrs. Jude in 1973. Subsequent to
that time the developer or his agents re -visited the subdivision and restaked it so as
to widen Stone Lane from a 50 foot to a 60 foot right-of-way to conform to the
recorded plat. At the time of the plat filing on September 11, 1967, the only extant
county regulation was that set forth in the Specifications and Standards for Roads
and Streets in Valley County (October 10, 1966); it includes both 50' and 60'
construction standards, the latter for "collector streets" and the former for "rural
minor roads." Presumably between the creation of the preliminary plat and the
final recorded plat the decision was made to expand Stone Lane from a 50 to 60
foot right of way. By neglect or inadvertence the plat maps provide to the initial
buyers (as well as the lot corner pins along the southeasterly boundary of Stone
Lane) were not conformed. By comparing the two that are attached here as
Exhibits A & B it can be seen that the additional 10 feet came from the south-
easterly tier of lots commencing with lot 1 and continuing through lots 2, 4, 6, 7,
9, 11, 15, 16, 17 and 18. The plat ultimately recorded reflects a 60 foot right of
way. In effect the original developers or their agents in selling lots apparently
were providing copies of the preliminary plat to prospective purchasers which
varied from the final plat in this particular.
Compounding the problem is the home had been built prior to the re -staking of the
right-of-way and thus the improvement on the lots in question, 17 and 18, actually
encroaches into the setbacks on Stone Lane and within 2 feet of the right-of-way
itself. Obviously none of these matters came to light until sometime subsequently
APPLICATION FOR PARTIAL VACATION - Page 1
because the roadway itself was never physically developed to its full length. A
roadway exists along the approximate route identified on the plat as Stone Lane
until the point where it turns from a southeasterly direction to a westerly direction.
In effect there has been no use, public or otherwise, beyond the line identified in
Exhibit A by cross -hatching, save and except for a limited turn around area and for
snow storage purposes. Presumably, if this vacation is granted, it will be necessary
to formally create a culdasac at that point to permit an adequate turnaround area
for emergency vehicles and other traffic. That could be readily accomplished since
the applicants are now the owners of lots 19 and 20 as well. Thus, if the property
were to be vacated, they would be the only affected property owners within the
subdivision.
The only other abutting owner is the owner of the property immediately to the
west, a Mr. James R. Stone, as Trustee of the James R. Stone Charitable
Remainder Unitrust u/t/d October 18, 1995. However, since the platted right of
way has never been opened or used in the cross -hatched area, pursuant to the
provisions of Section 50-1321, Idaho Code, (a copy as Exhibit D is attached) his
consent is not required.
No underground public or private utilities lie in the portion of the right-of-way
proposed to be vacated. Above ground power lines are present and would likely
have to be relocated only if the entire roadway were actually developed.
APPLICATION FOR PARTIAL VACATION - Page 2
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