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Regular Meeting

Cookeville, TN · November 24, 2008

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COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES NOVEMBER 24, 2008 The Cookeville Planning Commission met on Monday, November 24, 2008 at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 45 E. Broad Street, Cookeville, Tennessee. MEMBERS PRESENT: Jim Stafne, Tod Williams, Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser, Judy Jennings, Chris Wakefield, Ryan Williams, Aaron Bernhardt, and Randy Dalton. MEMBERS ABSENT: Dr. Angelo Volpe. STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: Jim Shipley, Jayne Barns, and Ken Young. STAFF MEMBERS ABSENT: James Mills. OTHERS PRESENT: See attached Record of Attendance. CONSIDER FOR ACTION CANCELLING THE DECEMBER 15, 2008 MEETING. Jim Stafne stated that in the past the Planning Commission did not meet in December and he felt that since Mr. Mills would be out of the office until January due to health reasons that the Board should vote to cancel the meeting in December. Randy Dalton made the motion to cancel the Planning Commission meeting on December 15, 2008. Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. MEETING CANCELLED IN DECEMBER. It was announced that Aaron Bernhardt would be abstaining from Action Items # 3, 5, 6, & 8. CONSIDER FOR APPROVAL THE AGENDA AS SUBMITTED. Tod Williams made the motion to approve the agenda as submitted. Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. APPROVED. CONSIDER FOR APPROVAL THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 27, 2008. Chris Wakefield made the motion to approve the minutes of October 27, 2008. Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. APPROVED. Staff reported that Mike Gaw has to leave the meeting early in order to get to the Nashville Airport in time to pick up his family for the Holiday. He wanted to be present in case the Board members had any questions and asked if his item could be moved up on the agenda. Jim Stafne agreed to the request. CONSIDER FOR ACTION REZONING 420 & 430 PEEK DRIVE AND 412 BLAKE CIRCLE FROM RS10 (SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO RM8 (MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL). REQUEST SUBMITTED BY MICHAEL AND LOUISE GAW. Ken Young stated that Mr. Mike Gaw has submitted a request to rezone from RS-10, Single Family Residential to RM-8, Multi-Family Residential his properties located at 420 and 430 Peek Drive and 412 Blake Circle. Mr. Gaw has indicated that the purpose of the rezoning to allow the construction of multi-family residential dwelling units. COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 2 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 The subject properties are identified as Parcel 7.02 and a portion of Parcel 7.03 on Tax Map 40 and Parcel 27.00 on Tax Map 40H, Group C. Combined these three (3) parcels consist of approximately 4.24 acres, or 184,000 square feet. A mobile home is located on Parcel 7.02, two (2) single-family residential structures are located on Parcel 7.03, and Parcel 27.00 is vacant. Parcel 27.00 is also identified as Lot 27 of the Northhaven Estates Subdivision. If rezoned, approximately 36 dwelling units could be located on the subject properties (184,000 square feet divided by 5,000 square feet per dwelling unit). The properties are contiguous with RS-10 zoning to the north, west and south and with RM-8 zoning to the east. The zoning of Parcel 7.03 is split with the eastern portion, consisting of approximately .74 acres, zoned as RM-8 and the western portion, consisting of approximately 3.5 acres, zoned as RS-10. Access to Parcels 7.02 and 7.03 is from Peek Drive, which is a substandard street with a width of only approximately 15 feet. Peek Drive, in its current condition, is not suitable as access to high density development. Mr. Gaw has indicated that access to the properties would be provided from Blake Circle through Parcel 27.00. Blake Circle complies with the applicable street construction standards. The Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan indicates that the property is primarily best suited for low density residential use with an eastern portion suitable for mixed density residential use. The properties appear to have adequate access to public utilities. While the parcels along Blake Circle within the Northhaven Estates Subdivision consist primarily of single-family residential structures, Putnam County Assessor records indicate that none of the structures are owner occupied. A primary concern for higher density development of the subject properties is access. It is significant to note that approximately six (6) multi-family units could be located on the estimated 32,000 square feet of Parcel 7.03 already zoned as RM-8 and, if developed, would be accessed from Peek Drive. Providing access to the properties from Blake Circle would appear to address this concern. Approximately 15 additional single family units could be constructed on the estimated 152,000 square feet in land of the parcels currently zoned as RS-10. When combined with the portion already zoned as RM-8 a total of 21 dwelling units could potentially be located on the properties as currently zoned. As noted the proposed rezoning would potentially allow the location of 36 dwelling units on the properties, or increase of 15 units. Staff recommended conditional approval of rezoning subject to the submittal and approval of a subdivision plat combining the three (3) parcels and to an agreement from the property owner that access to the combined properties be restricted to Blake Circle only or until Peek Drive is brought up to required street standards. Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser stated that Carolina Avenue is already being a substandard street and adding more development to a street that cannot support the extra traffic would potentially create more safety hazards. Ben Rodgers stated that his grandmother owns the property north of Peek Drive and that his Uncle owns the property west of Peek Drive. Both of them purchased extra property to prevent COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 3 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 apartments from encroaching into the single family residential areas. He added that Carolina Avenue has several blind driveways which are currently dangerous. Kelly Ramsey owns 10 acres adjoining the request. He stated that if Peek was not widened what would prevent the developer from using Peek as a back entrance. Mr. Ramsey was concerned that if this property was rezoned then other property owners in the area would want their properties rezoned too and cause further encroachment on the single-family areas. Jim Stafne stated that if this rezoning was approved, then it could open the door for more rezoning requests in the future. Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser made the motion to deny the request to rezone 420 & 430 Peek Drive and 412 Blake Circle. Chris Wakefield seconded the motion. Votes: Jim Stafne - aye, Tod Williams -aye, Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser - aye, Judy Jennings - aye, Chris Wakefield - aye, Ryan Williams - aye, Aaron Bernhardt - abstain, and Randy Dalton aye. Motion carried. DENIED. Ken Young stated that Mr. Gaw had the right to appeal the decision to the City Council. CONSIDER FOR ACTION REZONING A PORTION OF 801 NOTTINGHAM DRIVE FROM CR (REGIONAL COMMERCIAL) TO CL (LOCAL COMMERCIAL). REQUEST SUBMITTED BY JERRY GAW, PAUL GAW, AND JAMES SMITH. Ken Young stated that Mr. Jerry Gaw, on behalf of fellow property owners Paul Gaw and James Smith, has submitted a request to rezone from CR, Regional Commercial to CL, Local Commercial a portion of their property located at 801 Nottingham Drive. The property is identified as a portion of Parcel 59.00 on Tax Map 67A, Group F and consists of approximately 2.6 acres. The current zoning of the subject parcel is split, with the majority, approximately 5.9 acres, zoned as CL and the remaining approximately 2.6 acres zoned as CR. The property is contiguous with CR zoning to the north, south and west, and with CL, to the east. The subject property was previously a portion of Parcel 4.00 on Tax Map 67A, Group F; however, it was physically separated from the remainder of Parcel 4.00 by a wetland area. The only access to portion of property is from Nottingham Drive through the remainder of Parcel 59.00. In September of this year the property was severed from Parcel 4.00 and added to Parcel 59.00 The Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan indicates that the property is best suited for mixed density residential and regional commercial use. The CR zone is intended for large scale commercial uses accessed by streets of at least major collector status. As noted the portion of the property proposed for rezoning is accessed from Nottingham Drive, which is classified as a local street. Additionally, the physical characteristics of the property, including size and natural factors, significantly limit reasonable use under CR zoning. Staff recommended approval of the rezoning request. Jeannine Wirey spoke on behalf of several residents in the area, who were unable attend due to the Thanksgiving Holiday. There concerns were about the drainage and flooding in the area and COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 4 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 the impact of the development and they were also concerned about environmental issues with the wildlife in the area of the development. Jim Stafne stated that the developer will have to meet all the City and State requirements. Ken Young stated that the Post Development cannot create more water runoff than what is there now and that the grading and drainage plans will be reviewed by the City. Chris Wakefield made the motion to approve rezoning a portion of 801 Nottingham Drive from CR (Regional Commercial) to CL (Local Commercial). Judy Jennings seconded the motion. Votes: Jim Stafne, - aye, Tod Williams - aye, Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser -aye, Judy Jennings -aye, Chris Wakefield - aye, Ryan Williams -aye, Aaron Bernhardt - abstain, and Randy Dalton- aye. Motion carried. APPROVED. CONSIDER FOR ACTION REZONING 641 HORACE LEWIS ROAD FROM CI (COMMERCIAL-INDUSTRIAL MIXED USE) TO HM (HEAVY MANUFACTURING). REQUEST SUBMITTED BY JANNIE WORLEY TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF ELLIE BULLINGTON TRUST. Ken Young stated that Ms. Jannie Worley, Trustee on behalf of the Essie Bullington Trust, has submitted a request to rezone from CI, Commercial-Industrial Mixed Use to HM, Heavy Manufacturing property located at 641 Horace Lewis Road. The subject property is identified as a portion Parcel 18.00 on Tax Map 96. The parcel in its entirety consists of approximately 29.4 acres. The zoning of the property is currently split with the majority, approximately 25.9 acres, zoned as CI and the remainder, approximately 3.5 acres zoned as RS-20. The property is contiguous with CI zoning to the north, and west, and with RS- 20, Single Family Residential zoning to the east, and with CI and RS-20 zoning to the south. The Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan indicates that this property would be best suited for commercial-industrial mixed use, with the exception of a small portion extending to Old Sparta Road which is indicated as being best suited for low density residential use. The property is accessed from Horace Lewis Road, which is classified as a local street, and Old Sparta Road, which is classified as a minor collector street. Public sewer is not available to the property. The HM District is intended for heavy industrial uses and establishments involved in the base processing and manufacturing of material or products. The petitioner has indicated that the purpose of the rezoning request is for the location of a scrap metal recycling facility. Such facilities are allowed in the HM District as uses permitted on appeal subject to compliance with specific conditions. The uses permitted and permitted on appeal in the HM District generally have characteristics that can negatively affect neighboring properties, especially residential properties. These characteristics include noise, odor, and appear. Due to these characteristics properties zoned as HM should be located or situated to have as little impact on neighboring properties as possible. As noted the subject property is depicted in the Future Land Use Plan as being best suited for commercial and industrial mixed use, which is how it is currently zoned. The Planning Department is unaware of any factors that would justify altering the findings of the plan. The COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 5 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 Planning Department is also of the opinion that the proposed rezoning could have significant negative impacts on nearby properties that would be difficult to mitigate. Staff recommended denial of the request. Staff reported that a petition with 69 property owners in opposition to the rezoning request was received today. Steve Lewis, spoke on behalf of his grandmother Sara Lewis, who was opposed to the request. He stated that this property had recently been cleaned up and that they would hate to see the property used for a savage yard. He was also concerned about the effect it would have on the existing residential homes. Thad Drake stated that he owned 17 acres off Old Sparta Road and that his concerns were diminishing property value, hazardous waste run off and the overall negative impact from this type of use close to residential areas. Tod Williams made the motion to deny rezoning 641 Horace Lewis Road. Judy Jennings seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. DENIED. Ken Young stated that Ms. Jannie Worley had the right to appeal the decision to the City Council. CONSIDER FOR ACTION REQUIRED STREET IMPROVEMENT ALTERNATIVE FOR STONE CREEK DIVISION, PHASE II. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY AARON BERNHARDT. Ken Young stated that Mr. Aaron Bernhardt has submitted a request for an alternative for the street improvements required for the completion of Phase II of the Stone Creek Division located off Braswell Drive The Stone Creek Division, Phase I was approved by the Planning Commission in June of 2007. Phase II of this development was planned to consist of five (5) or six (6) lots located off Braswell Avenue. Braswell Avenue is a substandard street with a width of approximately 13 to 14 feet. A condition for the approval of Phase II was the improvement and widening of Braswell Avenue to required street standards. Mr. Bernhardt is requesting that in lieu of expanding the width of the existing portion of Braswell Avenue that he given the option of extending Braswell Avenue to the north to West 9th Street through an existing undeveloped right-of-way. A primary reason for this request is that the widening of the existing portion of Braswell will require the acquisition of right-of-way from other property owners. Mr. Bernhardt has indicated that he has had difficulty in acquiring the additional right-of-way. The Planning Department is of the opinion that completing the extension of Braswell Avenue to West 9th Street would significantly improve traffic flow in the area. It would also reduce the need for residents in the area to use Highway 70N. Staff recommended approval of the request. COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 6 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser stated that according to the minutes for June 27, 2007 that Braswell Avenue had to be brought up to street standard from Treewood to Crescent and that the development of Phase II would still require the improvements to that section of the Street. So the question would be if the Board would allow Braswell to be extended and improved to West 9th Street. Ryan Williams stated that he thought that Greg Brown wanted Braswell Avenue to be extended to 9th Street. Jim Shipley stated that according to Greg Brown opening Braswell Avenue north to 9th Street would not work due to the terrain. Mr. Shipley added that he thought after talking to Mr. Brown that there was enough right-of-way on Braswell from Treewood to Crescent and that it would be cheaper for the developer to improve the road to the South. Ken Young stated that Mr. Bernhardt in his request wanted the extension of Braswell north as an option. J. D. Parks asked why Mr. Bernhardt was not allowed to answer any questions about the development. Jim Stafne replied that according to the Bylaws and Administrative Procedures if a Commissioner abstains then they are not allowed to participate in any discussion or vote on the issue and that he had discussed this with Mr. Bernhardt prior to the meeting. Mr. Bernhardt could have someone speak on his behalf. Michelle Sircy Maples, property owner at 734 Braswell Avenue, stated that she bought her property 9 years ago because she thought that it was located on a dead-end street. She owns 2 acres and just found out a couple of years ago about the additional right-of-way. She was opposed to the opening to 9th Street because 9th is already a busy street and she was concerned about the additional traffic coming by her house and for the safety of her children. Ms. Maples stated that according to her survey that the right-of-way was not a straight line like it is shown on the map. Joe Floyd, owner of the property located on West 9th Street, was also opposed to the opening to West 9th Street. He was concerned about the road coming right up to the back door of the apartments. He was concern how the road would affect the value of his property. He said that there was a TVA power line that was close to the right-of-way. Mr. Floyd thought that the developer should make up his mind before disturbing the neighborhood. Brad McQuire, owner of the property on the corner of Braswell & Crescent was also concerned about how the improvements to Braswell would affect his property. There was no one in the audience who spoke on behalf of Mr. Bernhardt. The Board had some discussion about getting more information concerning the exact right-of- way available on Braswell Avenue. COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 7 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 Ryan Williams made the motion to postpone this item until the January 26, 2009 Meeting. Tod Williams seconded the motion. Votes: Jim Stafne - aye, Tod Williams - aye, Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser - aye, Judy Jennings - aye, Chris Wakefield - aye, Ryan Williams - aye, Aaron Bernhardt - abstain, and Randy Dalton - aye. Motion carried. POSTPONED UNTIL JANUARY. CONSIDER FOR ACTION FINAL PLAT OF BLACKWELL PARK, 13 LOTS LOCATED OFF BLACKWELL ROAD. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY J. D. PARKS. Ken Young stated that Mr. J.D. Parks of Heritage Commercial Holdings, LLC has submitted for approval a Final Plat of the Blackwell Park Subdivision, a 13-lot commercial subdivision located off Blackwell Road. The preliminary plat was approved as 12-lot development at the October 27, 2008 Planning Commission meeting. In addition, variances were granted to not require sidewalk construction, reduce the new road from three lanes to two and to reduce the right-of-way from 60’ to 50’. The property proposed for subdivision is identified on Tax Map 083 as Parcels 073.00, 074.00 and 077.03, consists of approximately 26.74 total acres and is sited in three different zoning categories. The rear section of the property which contains Lots 7, 8 and a portion of Lot 6, is zoned RS10 (Single Family Residential) and contains a significant area in the rear that is within the 100 year flood plain. The center section of the property is zoned LM (Light Manufacturing) and contains Lots 2, 3, 4 and 5. In addition, portions of Lots 1, 6, 9, 11, 12 and 13 are within this zoning category. The remainder of the property is zoned CI (Commercial – Industrial Mixed Use) and contains most of Lots 12, 13 and the remaining portions of Lots 1 and 11. A new cul- de-sac to be named Blackwell Park which will be approximately 850’ in length is currently under construction on the site and will serve all the interior lots. Due to the commercial nature of the development, the new road will be constructed to conform to the minimum thickness requirements of a Major Collector. A cross section of this new road is depicted on the plat which shows an eight inch gravel base, three inch asphaltic base course, two and one half inch binder course and a one and one half inch final surface. The entrance to this new street is approximately 1150 feet from the southern right-of-way of South Maple Avenue. It should be noted that the Planning Commission granted a variance in the overall length of the dead end cul-de-sac at the October meeting. A new six-inch waterline has also been installed and as shown on the plat it connects to the existing six-inch waterline located in the right-of-way of Blackwell Road. A new sewer line within the development has been installed and connects via a utility easement crossing Lot 7 to an existing manhole on the property and an existing manhole offsite. A private utility and access easement has been added to the plat in order to provide future sewer extension to Lot 13. Two existing hydrants located in the right-of-way of Blackwell Road will serve the site in addition to three new hydrants sited in the right-of-way of the new cul-de-sac. In addition, the plat depicts the dedication of right-of-way along the entire frontage of the tract measured 25’ from the centerline of Blackwell Road which conforms to the requirements in Article V, Section E, Subsection 2 of the Cookeville Subdivision Regulations. As depicted by a cross-section drawing on the plat, the developer will be responsible to upgrade the section of Blackwell Road that borders the property to meet current road standards as required by Article V, Section F (Substandard Existing Streets) of the aforementioned regulations. This section of the road is approximately 340’ in length. Lot 1 contains a new metal building that was permitted on July 11, COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 8 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 2008. Foundation construction has begun on Lot 2. Lot 13 contains an existing building that encroaches within the front setback. However, a plat note states that in the event this building is removed or destroyed it could only be rebuilt in conformance with the current setbacks. The Water & Sewer Department has reported that all of the water and sewer mains have been installed, but individual services to each lot have not been placed. The Gas Department reported that gas is available to all of the lots. Frontier Communications stated that the phone lines have not been installed but will be done at a future time. As of this date, the developer has been unable to finish the sub-grade of the road and subsequent application of the base stone due to inclement weather. The developer has indicated that these components could be completed within 30 to 60 days. Article II, Section G, Subsection 5 allows the Planning Commission to consider granting conditional approval subject to a time frame for completing same. Subsection 6 states this cannot exceed 90 days. Staff recommended final conditional plat approval, subject to the following: 1) Complete sub-grade construction to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department within 60 days 2) Complete base stone installation to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department within 60 days 3) Submission of letters of credit to guarantee the construction of any uncompleted infrastructure components as determined by the Public Works Department (period up to one year) 4) Posting of the required two-year Warranty of Improvements in the amount of $10,000 (check) 5) Payment in the amount of $150 for street name sign and stop sign (check made to Public Works) 6) Payment for final surfacing as determined by the Public Works Department (check made to Public Works) 7) Completion of corrections or additions to the plat as determined necessary by the Planning Department and/or other appropriate city departments Ryan Williams made the motion to grant conditional Final Plat approval of Blackwell Park subject to staff’s recommendations. Tod Williams seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. CONDITIONAL FINAL PLAT APPROVAL. CONSIDER FOR ACTION AMENDED PRD PLAN AND PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR SUGARTREE COURTYARD PHASE II, 10 UNIT CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENT LOCATED OFF SUGARHILL PLACE AND OLD WALTON ROAD. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY AARON BERNHARDT. (MOVING THIS ITEM FROM STUDY TO ACTION REQUIRES THE APPROVAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION.) Randy Dalton made the motion to move this item from Study to Action. Tod Williams seconded the motion. Votes: Jim Stafne, - aye, Tod Williams - aye, Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser -aye, Judy Jennings -aye, Chris Wakefield - aye, Ryan Williams -aye, Aaron Bernhardt - abstain, and Randy Dalton- aye. Motion carried. APPROVED MOVING FROM STUDY TO ACTION. Ken Young stated that Mr. Aaron Bernhardt has submitted for approval a combined Preliminary Plat and Amended PRD Plan of Sugartree Courtyard Phase II, a 10 unit condominium development of Jerry Gaw’s property located off Old Walton Road adjacent to Phase I of the development. COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 9 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 The property proposed for development is identified on Tax Map 053M, Group B as Parcel 016.01. The tract is currently vacant and consists of approximately 1.29 acres. The overall development was approved by the Planning Commission in September 1997 for the zoning classification PRD (Planned Residential Development). However, only a Final Plat for Phase I was approved for immediate development at that time, although Phase II was indicated on the plat for future development. In addition, the Phase II development depicted two 10 unit apartment buildings would eventually be built on that section. It should be noted that the current plat proposes the construction of 10 units, which is half of the number of units previously proposed, thus reducing the density on the site. The lower portion of the tract is adjacent to property zoned as CR (Regional Commercial). The entire western boundary of the tract is adjacent to a parcel zoned as RS-10 single family residential lots. The property will be connected to the existing six-inch water line located in the right-of-way of Sugarhill Place and a new hydrant will be located in the vicinity of the connection. The sewer will be connected to an existing eight-inch line that currently crosses the lower portion of the tract within a 30’ utility easement. The plat shows the proposed creation of a new cul-de-sac, approximately 600’ in length and terminating in a hammerhead design. This new road is also proposed to connect to the existing road in Phase I in order to allow a second point of ingress and egress. Although the PRD plan approved in 1997 indicated that the new road constructed in Phase II would be dedicated to the City of Cookeville, the developer has requested that it be constructed and maintained as a private road. Public Works Director, Greg Brown, has concurred with this request primarily due to the narrowness of the right-of-way, the slope of the road and a design speed of 20 miles per hour. Brown has also agreed to allow a 3% street grade for the first 30’ from the intersection of Old Walton Road in order to design the road at a 12% maximum street grade. All proposed infrastructure improvements, including the new street, will be privately owned and maintained as stated in the Homeowner Association Agreement (HOA). The HOA will be submitted in conjunction with the final plat for Planning Commission review and consideration. The developer will be required to submit a drainage plan and will also be required to obtain a grading permit from Public Works prior to construction. Staff recommended conditional approval of the amended PRD Plan and Preliminary Plat for Sugartree Courtyard Phase II, subject to the drainage plan submission, grading permit acquisition and completion of corrections or additions to the Final Plat as determined necessary by the Planning Department and/or other appropriate city departments. Ryan Williams made the motion to grant conditional approval of the amended PRD Plan and Preliminary Plat for Sugartree Courtyard Phase II, subject to staff’s recommendations. Judy Jennings seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. Votes: Jim Stafne, Tod Williams, Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser, Judy Jennings, Chris Wakefield, Ryan Williams, Aaron Bernhardt - abstain, and Randy Dalton. Motion carried. CONDITIONAL APPROVAL FOR AMENDED PRD PLAN AND PRELIMINARY PLAT. Tod Williams made the motion to take the following items for study. Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. STUDY ITEMS. (1) CONSIDER FOR ACTION AMENDMENTS TO ZONING CODE SECTION 204.9, “FENCES, WALLS AND HEDGES”. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY STAFF. COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 10 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 (2) CONSIDER FOR STUDY AMENDMENTS TO ZONING CODE SECTION 208 TO ESTABLISH ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY STAFF. STAFF REPORTS: (1) TRANSPORTATION ANALYSIS AND PLAN ELEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE FUTURE LAND USE PLAN. (2) SOCIO-ECONOMIC FACTORS OF COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN. (3) EXISTING LAND-USE ANALYSIS ELEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE FUTURE LAND USE PLAN. (4) MINOR PLAT APPROVALS: • BILBREY PARK – RESUBDIVISION LOTS 30 & 31 – 2 LOTS LOCATED ON RANDY DRIVE – TIM RILEY. • JOHNNY FOX DIVISION – 2 LOTS LOCATED ON CRESCENT DRIVE – JOHNNY FOX. • PAUL BOWMAN DIVISION – 2 LOTS LOCATED ON ELLIS AVENUE – PAUL BOWMAN. • REDIVISION OF THE JAMES WELCH DIVISION – 2 LOTS LOCATED ON EAST SPRING STREET – CHARLES JOHNSON AND STEPHEN DANIELS. • PLAT CORRECTION OF JERE WHITSON CHURCH OF CHRIST RESUBDIVISION – 1 LOT LOCATED ON EAST 18TH STREET – JERE WHITSON CHURCH OF CHRIST AND MICHAEL & SABRINA WELLS. ADJOURNMENT: 6:45 P.M. SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL SUBMITTED FOR RECORDING ____________________________ _________________________________ JAYNE BARNS CPS JIM STAFNE, CHAIRMAN PLANNING ASSISTANT COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION

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COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES NOVEMBER 24, 2008 The Cookeville Planning Commission met on Monday, November 24, 2008 at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 45 E. Broad Street, Cookeville, Tennessee. MEMBERS PRESENT: Jim Stafne, Tod Williams, Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser, Judy Jennings, Chris Wakefield, Ryan Williams, Aaron Bernhardt, and Randy Dalton. MEMBERS ABSENT: Dr. Angelo Volpe. STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: Jim Shipley, Jayne Barns, and Ken Young. STAFF MEMBERS ABSENT: James Mills. OTHERS PRESENT: See attached Record of Attendance. CONSIDER FOR ACTION CANCELLING THE DECEMBER 15, 2008 MEETING. Jim Stafne stated that in the past the Planning Commission did not meet in December and he felt that since Mr. Mills would be out of the office until January due to health reasons that the Board should vote to cancel the meeting in December. Randy Dalton made the motion to cancel the Planning Commission meeting on December 15, 2008. Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. MEETING CANCELLED IN DECEMBER. It was announced that Aaron Bernhardt would be abstaining from Action Items # 3, 5, 6, & 8. CONSIDER FOR APPROVAL THE AGENDA AS SUBMITTED. Tod Williams made the motion to approve the agenda as submitted. Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. APPROVED. CONSIDER FOR APPROVAL THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 27, 2008. Chris Wakefield made the motion to approve the minutes of October 27, 2008. Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. APPROVED. Staff reported that Mike Gaw has to leave the meeting early in order to get to the Nashville Airport in time to pick up his family for the Holiday. He wanted to be present in case the Board members had any questions and asked if his item could be moved up on the agenda. Jim Stafne agreed to the request. CONSIDER FOR ACTION REZONING 420 & 430 PEEK DRIVE AND 412 BLAKE CIRCLE FROM RS10 (SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO RM8 (MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL). REQUEST SUBMITTED BY MICHAEL AND LOUISE GAW. Ken Young stated that Mr. Mike Gaw has submitted a request to rezone from RS-10, Single Family Residential to RM-8, Multi-Family Residential his properties located at 420 and 430 Peek Drive and 412 Blake Circle. Mr. Gaw has indicated that the purpose of the rezoning to allow the construction of multi-family residential dwelling units. COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 2 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 The subject properties are identified as Parcel 7.02 and a portion of Parcel 7.03 on Tax Map 40 and Parcel 27.00 on Tax Map 40H, Group C. Combined these three (3) parcels consist of approximately 4.24 acres, or 184,000 square feet. A mobile home is located on Parcel 7.02, two (2) single-family residential structures are located on Parcel 7.03, and Parcel 27.00 is vacant. Parcel 27.00 is also identified as Lot 27 of the Northhaven Estates Subdivision. If rezoned, approximately 36 dwelling units could be located on the subject properties (184,000 square feet divided by 5,000 square feet per dwelling unit). The properties are contiguous with RS-10 zoning to the north, west and south and with RM-8 zoning to the east. The zoning of Parcel 7.03 is split with the eastern portion, consisting of approximately .74 acres, zoned as RM-8 and the western portion, consisting of approximately 3.5 acres, zoned as RS-10. Access to Parcels 7.02 and 7.03 is from Peek Drive, which is a substandard street with a width of only approximately 15 feet. Peek Drive, in its current condition, is not suitable as access to high density development. Mr. Gaw has indicated that access to the properties would be provided from Blake Circle through Parcel 27.00. Blake Circle complies with the applicable street construction standards. The Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan indicates that the property is primarily best suited for low density residential use with an eastern portion suitable for mixed density residential use. The properties appear to have adequate access to public utilities. While the parcels along Blake Circle within the Northhaven Estates Subdivision consist primarily of single-family residential structures, Putnam County Assessor records indicate that none of the structures are owner occupied. A primary concern for higher density development of the subject properties is access. It is significant to note that approximately six (6) multi-family units could be located on the estimated 32,000 square feet of Parcel 7.03 already zoned as RM-8 and, if developed, would be accessed from Peek Drive. Providing access to the properties from Blake Circle would appear to address this concern. Approximately 15 additional single family units could be constructed on the estimated 152,000 square feet in land of the parcels currently zoned as RS-10. When combined with the portion already zoned as RM-8 a total of 21 dwelling units could potentially be located on the properties as currently zoned. As noted the proposed rezoning would potentially allow the location of 36 dwelling units on the properties, or increase of 15 units. Staff recommended conditional approval of rezoning subject to the submittal and approval of a subdivision plat combining the three (3) parcels and to an agreement from the property owner that access to the combined properties be restricted to Blake Circle only or until Peek Drive is brought up to required street standards. Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser stated that Carolina Avenue is already being a substandard street and adding more development to a street that cannot support the extra traffic would potentially create more safety hazards. Ben Rodgers stated that his grandmother owns the property north of Peek Drive and that his Uncle owns the property west of Peek Drive. Both of them purchased extra property to prevent COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 3 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 apartments from encroaching into the single family residential areas. He added that Carolina Avenue has several blind driveways which are currently dangerous. Kelly Ramsey owns 10 acres adjoining the request. He stated that if Peek was not widened what would prevent the developer from using Peek as a back entrance. Mr. Ramsey was concerned that if this property was rezoned then other property owners in the area would want their properties rezoned too and cause further encroachment on the single-family areas. Jim Stafne stated that if this rezoning was approved, then it could open the door for more rezoning requests in the future. Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser made the motion to deny the request to rezone 420 & 430 Peek Drive and 412 Blake Circle. Chris Wakefield seconded the motion. Votes: Jim Stafne - aye, Tod Williams -aye, Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser - aye, Judy Jennings - aye, Chris Wakefield - aye, Ryan Williams - aye, Aaron Bernhardt - abstain, and Randy Dalton aye. Motion carried. DENIED. Ken Young stated that Mr. Gaw had the right to appeal the decision to the City Council. CONSIDER FOR ACTION REZONING A PORTION OF 801 NOTTINGHAM DRIVE FROM CR (REGIONAL COMMERCIAL) TO CL (LOCAL COMMERCIAL). REQUEST SUBMITTED BY JERRY GAW, PAUL GAW, AND JAMES SMITH. Ken Young stated that Mr. Jerry Gaw, on behalf of fellow property owners Paul Gaw and James Smith, has submitted a request to rezone from CR, Regional Commercial to CL, Local Commercial a portion of their property located at 801 Nottingham Drive. The property is identified as a portion of Parcel 59.00 on Tax Map 67A, Group F and consists of approximately 2.6 acres. The current zoning of the subject parcel is split, with the majority, approximately 5.9 acres, zoned as CL and the remaining approximately 2.6 acres zoned as CR. The property is contiguous with CR zoning to the north, south and west, and with CL, to the east. The subject property was previously a portion of Parcel 4.00 on Tax Map 67A, Group F; however, it was physically separated from the remainder of Parcel 4.00 by a wetland area. The only access to portion of property is from Nottingham Drive through the remainder of Parcel 59.00. In September of this year the property was severed from Parcel 4.00 and added to Parcel 59.00 The Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan indicates that the property is best suited for mixed density residential and regional commercial use. The CR zone is intended for large scale commercial uses accessed by streets of at least major collector status. As noted the portion of the property proposed for rezoning is accessed from Nottingham Drive, which is classified as a local street. Additionally, the physical characteristics of the property, including size and natural factors, significantly limit reasonable use under CR zoning. Staff recommended approval of the rezoning request. Jeannine Wirey spoke on behalf of several residents in the area, who were unable attend due to the Thanksgiving Holiday. There concerns were about the drainage and flooding in the area and COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 4 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 the impact of the development and they were also concerned about environmental issues with the wildlife in the area of the development. Jim Stafne stated that the developer will have to meet all the City and State requirements. Ken Young stated that the Post Development cannot create more water runoff than what is there now and that the grading and drainage plans will be reviewed by the City. Chris Wakefield made the motion to approve rezoning a portion of 801 Nottingham Drive from CR (Regional Commercial) to CL (Local Commercial). Judy Jennings seconded the motion. Votes: Jim Stafne, - aye, Tod Williams - aye, Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser -aye, Judy Jennings -aye, Chris Wakefield - aye, Ryan Williams -aye, Aaron Bernhardt - abstain, and Randy Dalton- aye. Motion carried. APPROVED. CONSIDER FOR ACTION REZONING 641 HORACE LEWIS ROAD FROM CI (COMMERCIAL-INDUSTRIAL MIXED USE) TO HM (HEAVY MANUFACTURING). REQUEST SUBMITTED BY JANNIE WORLEY TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF ELLIE BULLINGTON TRUST. Ken Young stated that Ms. Jannie Worley, Trustee on behalf of the Essie Bullington Trust, has submitted a request to rezone from CI, Commercial-Industrial Mixed Use to HM, Heavy Manufacturing property located at 641 Horace Lewis Road. The subject property is identified as a portion Parcel 18.00 on Tax Map 96. The parcel in its entirety consists of approximately 29.4 acres. The zoning of the property is currently split with the majority, approximately 25.9 acres, zoned as CI and the remainder, approximately 3.5 acres zoned as RS-20. The property is contiguous with CI zoning to the north, and west, and with RS- 20, Single Family Residential zoning to the east, and with CI and RS-20 zoning to the south. The Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan indicates that this property would be best suited for commercial-industrial mixed use, with the exception of a small portion extending to Old Sparta Road which is indicated as being best suited for low density residential use. The property is accessed from Horace Lewis Road, which is classified as a local street, and Old Sparta Road, which is classified as a minor collector street. Public sewer is not available to the property. The HM District is intended for heavy industrial uses and establishments involved in the base processing and manufacturing of material or products. The petitioner has indicated that the purpose of the rezoning request is for the location of a scrap metal recycling facility. Such facilities are allowed in the HM District as uses permitted on appeal subject to compliance with specific conditions. The uses permitted and permitted on appeal in the HM District generally have characteristics that can negatively affect neighboring properties, especially residential properties. These characteristics include noise, odor, and appear. Due to these characteristics properties zoned as HM should be located or situated to have as little impact on neighboring properties as possible. As noted the subject property is depicted in the Future Land Use Plan as being best suited for commercial and industrial mixed use, which is how it is currently zoned. The Planning Department is unaware of any factors that would justify altering the findings of the plan. The COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 5 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 Planning Department is also of the opinion that the proposed rezoning could have significant negative impacts on nearby properties that would be difficult to mitigate. Staff recommended denial of the request. Staff reported that a petition with 69 property owners in opposition to the rezoning request was received today. Steve Lewis, spoke on behalf of his grandmother Sara Lewis, who was opposed to the request. He stated that this property had recently been cleaned up and that they would hate to see the property used for a savage yard. He was also concerned about the effect it would have on the existing residential homes. Thad Drake stated that he owned 17 acres off Old Sparta Road and that his concerns were diminishing property value, hazardous waste run off and the overall negative impact from this type of use close to residential areas. Tod Williams made the motion to deny rezoning 641 Horace Lewis Road. Judy Jennings seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. DENIED. Ken Young stated that Ms. Jannie Worley had the right to appeal the decision to the City Council. CONSIDER FOR ACTION REQUIRED STREET IMPROVEMENT ALTERNATIVE FOR STONE CREEK DIVISION, PHASE II. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY AARON BERNHARDT. Ken Young stated that Mr. Aaron Bernhardt has submitted a request for an alternative for the street improvements required for the completion of Phase II of the Stone Creek Division located off Braswell Drive The Stone Creek Division, Phase I was approved by the Planning Commission in June of 2007. Phase II of this development was planned to consist of five (5) or six (6) lots located off Braswell Avenue. Braswell Avenue is a substandard street with a width of approximately 13 to 14 feet. A condition for the approval of Phase II was the improvement and widening of Braswell Avenue to required street standards. Mr. Bernhardt is requesting that in lieu of expanding the width of the existing portion of Braswell Avenue that he given the option of extending Braswell Avenue to the north to West 9th Street through an existing undeveloped right-of-way. A primary reason for this request is that the widening of the existing portion of Braswell will require the acquisition of right-of-way from other property owners. Mr. Bernhardt has indicated that he has had difficulty in acquiring the additional right-of-way. The Planning Department is of the opinion that completing the extension of Braswell Avenue to West 9th Street would significantly improve traffic flow in the area. It would also reduce the need for residents in the area to use Highway 70N. Staff recommended approval of the request. COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 6 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser stated that according to the minutes for June 27, 2007 that Braswell Avenue had to be brought up to street standard from Treewood to Crescent and that the development of Phase II would still require the improvements to that section of the Street. So the question would be if the Board would allow Braswell to be extended and improved to West 9th Street. Ryan Williams stated that he thought that Greg Brown wanted Braswell Avenue to be extended to 9th Street. Jim Shipley stated that according to Greg Brown opening Braswell Avenue north to 9th Street would not work due to the terrain. Mr. Shipley added that he thought after talking to Mr. Brown that there was enough right-of-way on Braswell from Treewood to Crescent and that it would be cheaper for the developer to improve the road to the South. Ken Young stated that Mr. Bernhardt in his request wanted the extension of Braswell north as an option. J. D. Parks asked why Mr. Bernhardt was not allowed to answer any questions about the development. Jim Stafne replied that according to the Bylaws and Administrative Procedures if a Commissioner abstains then they are not allowed to participate in any discussion or vote on the issue and that he had discussed this with Mr. Bernhardt prior to the meeting. Mr. Bernhardt could have someone speak on his behalf. Michelle Sircy Maples, property owner at 734 Braswell Avenue, stated that she bought her property 9 years ago because she thought that it was located on a dead-end street. She owns 2 acres and just found out a couple of years ago about the additional right-of-way. She was opposed to the opening to 9th Street because 9th is already a busy street and she was concerned about the additional traffic coming by her house and for the safety of her children. Ms. Maples stated that according to her survey that the right-of-way was not a straight line like it is shown on the map. Joe Floyd, owner of the property located on West 9th Street, was also opposed to the opening to West 9th Street. He was concerned about the road coming right up to the back door of the apartments. He was concern how the road would affect the value of his property. He said that there was a TVA power line that was close to the right-of-way. Mr. Floyd thought that the developer should make up his mind before disturbing the neighborhood. Brad McQuire, owner of the property on the corner of Braswell & Crescent was also concerned about how the improvements to Braswell would affect his property. There was no one in the audience who spoke on behalf of Mr. Bernhardt. The Board had some discussion about getting more information concerning the exact right-of- way available on Braswell Avenue. COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 7 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 Ryan Williams made the motion to postpone this item until the January 26, 2009 Meeting. Tod Williams seconded the motion. Votes: Jim Stafne - aye, Tod Williams - aye, Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser - aye, Judy Jennings - aye, Chris Wakefield - aye, Ryan Williams - aye, Aaron Bernhardt - abstain, and Randy Dalton - aye. Motion carried. POSTPONED UNTIL JANUARY. CONSIDER FOR ACTION FINAL PLAT OF BLACKWELL PARK, 13 LOTS LOCATED OFF BLACKWELL ROAD. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY J. D. PARKS. Ken Young stated that Mr. J.D. Parks of Heritage Commercial Holdings, LLC has submitted for approval a Final Plat of the Blackwell Park Subdivision, a 13-lot commercial subdivision located off Blackwell Road. The preliminary plat was approved as 12-lot development at the October 27, 2008 Planning Commission meeting. In addition, variances were granted to not require sidewalk construction, reduce the new road from three lanes to two and to reduce the right-of-way from 60’ to 50’. The property proposed for subdivision is identified on Tax Map 083 as Parcels 073.00, 074.00 and 077.03, consists of approximately 26.74 total acres and is sited in three different zoning categories. The rear section of the property which contains Lots 7, 8 and a portion of Lot 6, is zoned RS10 (Single Family Residential) and contains a significant area in the rear that is within the 100 year flood plain. The center section of the property is zoned LM (Light Manufacturing) and contains Lots 2, 3, 4 and 5. In addition, portions of Lots 1, 6, 9, 11, 12 and 13 are within this zoning category. The remainder of the property is zoned CI (Commercial – Industrial Mixed Use) and contains most of Lots 12, 13 and the remaining portions of Lots 1 and 11. A new cul- de-sac to be named Blackwell Park which will be approximately 850’ in length is currently under construction on the site and will serve all the interior lots. Due to the commercial nature of the development, the new road will be constructed to conform to the minimum thickness requirements of a Major Collector. A cross section of this new road is depicted on the plat which shows an eight inch gravel base, three inch asphaltic base course, two and one half inch binder course and a one and one half inch final surface. The entrance to this new street is approximately 1150 feet from the southern right-of-way of South Maple Avenue. It should be noted that the Planning Commission granted a variance in the overall length of the dead end cul-de-sac at the October meeting. A new six-inch waterline has also been installed and as shown on the plat it connects to the existing six-inch waterline located in the right-of-way of Blackwell Road. A new sewer line within the development has been installed and connects via a utility easement crossing Lot 7 to an existing manhole on the property and an existing manhole offsite. A private utility and access easement has been added to the plat in order to provide future sewer extension to Lot 13. Two existing hydrants located in the right-of-way of Blackwell Road will serve the site in addition to three new hydrants sited in the right-of-way of the new cul-de-sac. In addition, the plat depicts the dedication of right-of-way along the entire frontage of the tract measured 25’ from the centerline of Blackwell Road which conforms to the requirements in Article V, Section E, Subsection 2 of the Cookeville Subdivision Regulations. As depicted by a cross-section drawing on the plat, the developer will be responsible to upgrade the section of Blackwell Road that borders the property to meet current road standards as required by Article V, Section F (Substandard Existing Streets) of the aforementioned regulations. This section of the road is approximately 340’ in length. Lot 1 contains a new metal building that was permitted on July 11, COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 8 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 2008. Foundation construction has begun on Lot 2. Lot 13 contains an existing building that encroaches within the front setback. However, a plat note states that in the event this building is removed or destroyed it could only be rebuilt in conformance with the current setbacks. The Water & Sewer Department has reported that all of the water and sewer mains have been installed, but individual services to each lot have not been placed. The Gas Department reported that gas is available to all of the lots. Frontier Communications stated that the phone lines have not been installed but will be done at a future time. As of this date, the developer has been unable to finish the sub-grade of the road and subsequent application of the base stone due to inclement weather. The developer has indicated that these components could be completed within 30 to 60 days. Article II, Section G, Subsection 5 allows the Planning Commission to consider granting conditional approval subject to a time frame for completing same. Subsection 6 states this cannot exceed 90 days. Staff recommended final conditional plat approval, subject to the following: 1) Complete sub-grade construction to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department within 60 days 2) Complete base stone installation to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department within 60 days 3) Submission of letters of credit to guarantee the construction of any uncompleted infrastructure components as determined by the Public Works Department (period up to one year) 4) Posting of the required two-year Warranty of Improvements in the amount of $10,000 (check) 5) Payment in the amount of $150 for street name sign and stop sign (check made to Public Works) 6) Payment for final surfacing as determined by the Public Works Department (check made to Public Works) 7) Completion of corrections or additions to the plat as determined necessary by the Planning Department and/or other appropriate city departments Ryan Williams made the motion to grant conditional Final Plat approval of Blackwell Park subject to staff’s recommendations. Tod Williams seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. CONDITIONAL FINAL PLAT APPROVAL. CONSIDER FOR ACTION AMENDED PRD PLAN AND PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR SUGARTREE COURTYARD PHASE II, 10 UNIT CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENT LOCATED OFF SUGARHILL PLACE AND OLD WALTON ROAD. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY AARON BERNHARDT. (MOVING THIS ITEM FROM STUDY TO ACTION REQUIRES THE APPROVAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION.) Randy Dalton made the motion to move this item from Study to Action. Tod Williams seconded the motion. Votes: Jim Stafne, - aye, Tod Williams - aye, Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser -aye, Judy Jennings -aye, Chris Wakefield - aye, Ryan Williams -aye, Aaron Bernhardt - abstain, and Randy Dalton- aye. Motion carried. APPROVED MOVING FROM STUDY TO ACTION. Ken Young stated that Mr. Aaron Bernhardt has submitted for approval a combined Preliminary Plat and Amended PRD Plan of Sugartree Courtyard Phase II, a 10 unit condominium development of Jerry Gaw’s property located off Old Walton Road adjacent to Phase I of the development. COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 9 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 The property proposed for development is identified on Tax Map 053M, Group B as Parcel 016.01. The tract is currently vacant and consists of approximately 1.29 acres. The overall development was approved by the Planning Commission in September 1997 for the zoning classification PRD (Planned Residential Development). However, only a Final Plat for Phase I was approved for immediate development at that time, although Phase II was indicated on the plat for future development. In addition, the Phase II development depicted two 10 unit apartment buildings would eventually be built on that section. It should be noted that the current plat proposes the construction of 10 units, which is half of the number of units previously proposed, thus reducing the density on the site. The lower portion of the tract is adjacent to property zoned as CR (Regional Commercial). The entire western boundary of the tract is adjacent to a parcel zoned as RS-10 single family residential lots. The property will be connected to the existing six-inch water line located in the right-of-way of Sugarhill Place and a new hydrant will be located in the vicinity of the connection. The sewer will be connected to an existing eight-inch line that currently crosses the lower portion of the tract within a 30’ utility easement. The plat shows the proposed creation of a new cul-de-sac, approximately 600’ in length and terminating in a hammerhead design. This new road is also proposed to connect to the existing road in Phase I in order to allow a second point of ingress and egress. Although the PRD plan approved in 1997 indicated that the new road constructed in Phase II would be dedicated to the City of Cookeville, the developer has requested that it be constructed and maintained as a private road. Public Works Director, Greg Brown, has concurred with this request primarily due to the narrowness of the right-of-way, the slope of the road and a design speed of 20 miles per hour. Brown has also agreed to allow a 3% street grade for the first 30’ from the intersection of Old Walton Road in order to design the road at a 12% maximum street grade. All proposed infrastructure improvements, including the new street, will be privately owned and maintained as stated in the Homeowner Association Agreement (HOA). The HOA will be submitted in conjunction with the final plat for Planning Commission review and consideration. The developer will be required to submit a drainage plan and will also be required to obtain a grading permit from Public Works prior to construction. Staff recommended conditional approval of the amended PRD Plan and Preliminary Plat for Sugartree Courtyard Phase II, subject to the drainage plan submission, grading permit acquisition and completion of corrections or additions to the Final Plat as determined necessary by the Planning Department and/or other appropriate city departments. Ryan Williams made the motion to grant conditional approval of the amended PRD Plan and Preliminary Plat for Sugartree Courtyard Phase II, subject to staff’s recommendations. Judy Jennings seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. Votes: Jim Stafne, Tod Williams, Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser, Judy Jennings, Chris Wakefield, Ryan Williams, Aaron Bernhardt - abstain, and Randy Dalton. Motion carried. CONDITIONAL APPROVAL FOR AMENDED PRD PLAN AND PRELIMINARY PLAT. Tod Williams made the motion to take the following items for study. Dr. Roy Loutzenheiser seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. STUDY ITEMS. (1) CONSIDER FOR ACTION AMENDMENTS TO ZONING CODE SECTION 204.9, “FENCES, WALLS AND HEDGES”. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY STAFF. COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION 10 NOVEMBER 24, 2008 (2) CONSIDER FOR STUDY AMENDMENTS TO ZONING CODE SECTION 208 TO ESTABLISH ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY STAFF. STAFF REPORTS: (1) TRANSPORTATION ANALYSIS AND PLAN ELEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE FUTURE LAND USE PLAN. (2) SOCIO-ECONOMIC FACTORS OF COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN. (3) EXISTING LAND-USE ANALYSIS ELEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE FUTURE LAND USE PLAN. (4) MINOR PLAT APPROVALS: • BILBREY PARK – RESUBDIVISION LOTS 30 & 31 – 2 LOTS LOCATED ON RANDY DRIVE – TIM RILEY. • JOHNNY FOX DIVISION – 2 LOTS LOCATED ON CRESCENT DRIVE – JOHNNY FOX. • PAUL BOWMAN DIVISION – 2 LOTS LOCATED ON ELLIS AVENUE – PAUL BOWMAN. • REDIVISION OF THE JAMES WELCH DIVISION – 2 LOTS LOCATED ON EAST SPRING STREET – CHARLES JOHNSON AND STEPHEN DANIELS. • PLAT CORRECTION OF JERE WHITSON CHURCH OF CHRIST RESUBDIVISION – 1 LOT LOCATED ON EAST 18TH STREET – JERE WHITSON CHURCH OF CHRIST AND MICHAEL & SABRINA WELLS. ADJOURNMENT: 6:45 P.M. SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL SUBMITTED FOR RECORDING ____________________________ _________________________________ JAYNE BARNS CPS JIM STAFNE, CHAIRMAN PLANNING ASSISTANT COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION

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