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HomeMy Public PortalAbout20120809minutesMINUTES JEFFERSON CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION August 9, 2012 5:15 p.m. COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT Jack Deeken Dean Dutoi* Bob George Michael Lester David Nunn Ralph Robinett, Chairman Dale Vaughan Chris Yarnell Bunnie Trickey Cotten, Alternate* *Arrived Late COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT Chris Jordan, Vice Chairman EX -OFFICIO MEMBERS ABSENT Rick Mihalevich, City Council Liaison STAFF PRESENT Eric Barron, Senior Planner Anne Stratman, Administrative Assistant ATTENDANCE RECORD 3 of 3 2of3 3of3 3of3 2of3 3of3 2of3 3 of 3 3 of 3 1 of 3 1. Call to Order and Introduction of Members, Ex -officio Members and Staff The Chairman, seven regular members and one alternate was present. A quorum was present. Procedural Matters and Procedures Explained Mr. Barron explained the procedures for the meeting. The following documents were entered as exhibits. Mr. Barron advised that copies of the exhibits are available through the City Clerk or the Department of Planning and Protective Services: The City Code of the City of Jefferson, as amended Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Map Copies of applications under consideration A list of property owners to whom notices were sent Affidavit of publication of the public notice in the newspaper Rules of Procedure, Planning & Zoning Commission Mr. Barron submitted the following items for the record: Staff reports Minutes of proceedings Copies of drawings, pians, and/or renderings under consideration Letters or memoranda from staff Materials submitted by the public or applicants pertaining to the cases under consideration Designation of Voting Alternates The Chairman announced that all regular members and Alternate Ms. Cotten are eligible to vote. Adoption of Agenda Mr. George moved and Mr. Yarnell seconded to adopt the agenda as printed. The motion passed 6-0 with the following votes: Aye: Deeken, George, Lester, Nunn, Vaughan, Yarnell Ms. Cotten and Mr. Dutoi arrived at 5:20 p.m. 4. Approval of Minutes from the Regular Meeting of July 12, 2012 Mr. Nunn moved and Mr. Dutoi seconded to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 12, 2012 as written. The motion passed 8-0 with the following votes: Aye: Cotten, Deeken, Dutoi, George, Lester, Nunn, Vaughan, Yarnell Minutes/Jefferson City Planning & Zoning Commission August 9, 2012 5. Communications Received None. Page 2 6. New Business/Public Hearings Case No. P12011 — Zoning Text Amendment. Amendment to the text of Chapter 35, Zoning, to modify standards regarding storage of motor vehicles, boats, trailers, RV's, and commercial vehicles in order to define permanent storage as presence for a period of 72 or more consecutive hours within a 30 day period (Section 35-41.8.16 Outdoor Storage and Display). The complete text of the amendment is available for review at the Department of Planning and Protective Services, 320 E. McCarty Street, or may be viewed at the Planning Division webpage at www.jeffcitymo.org. Mr. Barron described the proposal and explained that when the Code Enforcement Officers enforce the storage of large vehicles such as boats, RVs, and trailers in front of residences they sometimes run into problems where people move the item and bring it back immediately after the three day timeframe. He stated that it will be easier for them to enforce by adding specific language that an item can only be stored for three consecutive days within a 30 day period. Commission members expressed the following concerns: (1) how will this ordinance be enforced; (2) when does the 30 day time period begin; and (3) what keeps people from constantly moving a vehicle from one spot to another to avoid the three day time period. Mr. Nunn moved and Mr. Dutoi seconded to recommend approval of the proposed zoning code amendment to the City Council. The motion passed 8-0 with the following votes: Aye: Cotten, Deeken, Dutoi, George, Lester, Nunn, Vaughan, Yarnell Other Business A. Scheduled Reports --Environmental Quality Commission Mr. Lester did not give a report, as a quorum was not present. B. Discussion of Possible Zoning Code Amendments 1. Telecommunication Facilities Mr. Barron explained that this proposed amendment would clear up numerous inconsistencies within the existing Telecommunication Facility Specific Use Standards of the Zoning Code. He discussed the following modifications: (1) require multiple providers to co -locate on a single cell tower; (2) cell towers less than 70 feet in height would be a permitted use in all zoning districts; (3) cell towers more than 70 feet in height would need a Conditional Use Permit from the Board of Adjustment; and (4) building mounted antennas can extend no more than 20 feet above the roof of a building. 2. Alternative Energy Systems Solar Energy Systems Mr. Barron explained that this proposed amendment would establish the following specific use standards: (1) building mounted systems would be permitted in all zoning districts; (2) ground mounted systems would only be permitted in the commercial and industrial districts; (3) residential roof mounted systems would only be permitted to be located on the rear facing roof and must be flush mounted and centered on the roof; and (4) associated electric and plumbing lines must be painted to match the house. Commission members expressed the following concerns: (1) panels should be allowed to be placed in a southerly direction; (2) they should be flush mounted and finished in appearance; (3) would rather see it flush mounted on the street side than anywhere else on a house with angle mounting; (4) allow ground mounted systems on large residential properties with 5 acres or more; (5) screen solar panels from view; and (6) associated electric and plumbing lines should not be exposed. Minutes/Jefferson City Planning & Zoning Commission August 9, 2012 Page 3 Mr. Yarnell suggested sending the proposed ordinance to solar energy system contractors to get their input. Wind Turbines Mr. Barron explained that this proposed amendment would establish the following specific use standards: (1) permitted only in the C-1, C-2, M-1, and M-2 districts; (2) prohibited in residential districts; (3) cannot be mounted on the front of a building; and (4) cannot exceed 10 feet in height above the roof. He stated that this is a land use issue to protect neighborhoods. Commission members agreed that wind turbines should be kept out of residential neighborhoods. Mr. Robinett suggested contacting wind turbine contractors for their input, as well. 9. Adjourn. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 6:11 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Eric Barron, Assistant Secretary