Planning & Zoning
Regular MeetingFarmington, NM · March 15, 2018
Agenda
A GENDA
Planning & Zoning Commission
City Council Chambers – 800 Municipal Drive
March 15, 2018, at 3:00 p.m.
Item Page
1 Call Meeting to Order
2 Approval of the Agenda
3 Approval of the Minutes of the January 25, 2018 P&Z Meeting 99
4 Approval of the Open Meetings Resolution 97
5 Petition No. ZC 18-01 – a request from Doug Kinsey for a zone change from 1
Multi-family Medium Density (MF-M) to Local Neighborhood Commercial (LNC)
for 5.47 acres of property located on Wildflower Parkway approximately 576 feet
east of Wildflower Mesa Drive. (Teri Clashin)
6 Petition No. FP 18-09 – a request from Stonetown 4 Investors, LLC, represented 16
by Cheney-Walters-Echols, for a Final Plat for Wildflower Heights No. 1, located
south of Wildflower Parkway, east of Goldenrod Trail, and north of Melissa
Street. (Cindy Lopez)
7 Petition No. SUP 18-12 – a request from 4s, DBA Traegers, represented by Scott 48
Weaver, for a Special User Permit to allow for a bar in the Local Neighborhood
Commercial (LNC) district for property located at 5170 College Blvd. #106. (Helen
Landaverde)
8 Business from:
Floor:
Chairman:
Members:
Staff:
9 Adjournment
The recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to be considered at
the City Council Meeting on Tuesday, March 27, 2018.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PETITION REPORT
PETITION ZC 18-01
Zone Change from MF-M, Multi-family Medium Density to LNC, Local
Neighborhood Commercial
Wildflower Parkway, approximately 576 feet east of Wildflower Mesa Drive
A. STAFF REPORT, March 8, 2018
PROJECT INFORMATION
Applicants Douglas Kinsey
Representative Douglas Kinsey
Date of Application January 17, 2018
Zone Change from Multi-family Medium Density (MF-M) to
Requested Action
Local Neighborhood Commercial (LNC)
Wildflower Parkway, approximately 576 feet east of
Location
Wildflower Mesa Drive (R2000551)
Existing Land Use Vacant and undeveloped
Existing Zoning Multi-family Medium Density (MF-M)
Surrounding Zoning North: Unincorporated San Juan County/Commercial
and Land Use South: MF-M, Multi-family Medium Density
East: RE -20 SMHAO, Residential Estate with a Special
Mobile Home Area Overlay.
West: Unincorporated San Juan County/Vacant
Notice Publication of Notice for public hearings of the Planning and
Zoning Commission appeared in the Daily Times on
Wednesday, February 21, 2018. Property owners within 100
feet were sent notice by certified mail on Wednesday,
February 21, 2018 and a sign was posted on Friday, March
2, 2018.
Staff Planner Teri Clashin, Associate Planner
Project Description:
The petitioner is requesting a zone change from MF-M, Multi-family Medium Density to
LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial. The subject property (R2000551) is 5.47 acres
and is located on Wildflower Parkway (a minor arterial road), approximately 576 feet
east of Wildflower Mesa Drive. The subject property is within the City Limits. The
property has frontage along Wildflower Parkway.
The property is adjacent to MF-M, Multi-family Medium Density to the south; RE-20/
SMHAO, Residential Estate with a Special Mobile Home Area Overlay to the east; and
unincorporated San Juan County is to the north and west.
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The petitioner is requesting a zone change from MF-M, Multi-family Medium Density to
LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial. The subject property is located on Wildflower
Parkway, approximately 576 feet east of Wildflower Mesa Drive. The subject property is
surrounded by mostly vacant property with residential to the east. The closest
commercial zoning is located west of Wildflower Mesa Drive. The residents of this area
travel a minimum of 2.5 miles to the nearest supermarket (Safeway 3540 E. Main St.),
or 1.8 miles to the closest big box store (Kmart at 3000 E Main St.) and 0.6 miles to a
convenience store (7-2-11 at 201 Browning Parkway). This area could be considered a
“food desert”, since residents must travel over a mile to get to a supermarket in an
urban area. The owner would like to change the zone to build a small retail store on half
of the parcel.
Unified Development Code (UDC)
Sec. 3.12 Local Neighborhood Commercial (LNC) District:
3.16.1 Purpose: the local neighborhood commercial (LNC) district is intended to
accommodate neighborhood-oriented, low-intensity retail sales and services used in
commercial clusters and/or nodes along thoroughfares and at intersections that are
readily accessible from surrounding residential areas. LNC district uses attract
customers from a limited area and are typically located along collector or arterial streets.
The LNC district includes specific standards designed to ensure the compatibility with
the residential-scale and style of the neighborhoods they serve.
Farmington Comprehensive Plan
The Comprehensive Plan’s 2020 Future Land Use Map recommends the subject area
as “Residential Single Family Suburban Area”. The request for the zone change does
not comply with the recommendations in the Future Land Use map. However, the
Comprehensive Plan does support the need for commercial development. Chapter 4,
Land Use and Development states “Plan and facilitate land use and development that
is consistent, orderly, functional, in harmony with the natural environment, and
promotes a progressive, vibrant, scenic, and safe community”, where Objective 4.1
“Assure the provision of a variety of different land use types in suitable locations,
densities, and patterns while avoiding mixing of incompatible uses in close proximity to
each other”; additionally, Objective 4.2 “Promote infill development of existing
infrastructure”; and furthermore, Objective 4.5 “Support the development of vibrant
and viable commercial areas with a variety of uses.”
STAFF ANALYSIS
The UDC states that the City shall consider whether the proposed zoning and land use
are compatible with the conforming zoning and land uses of nearby properties and with
the character of the neighborhood. Section 8.7.4 of the UDC outlines Issues for
consideration in determining a proposed zone change as follows:
A. Is the proposed zoning consistent with the Farmington Comprehensive Plan?
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The proposed zone change for the subject property is consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan’s Chapter 4 Land Use Development, Chapter 8 Economic
Development and the City’s Municipal Code Chapter 22 Economic
Development Plan. The Comprehensive Plan’s Chapter 4 supports Land Use
Development where businesses should be clustered throughout the City and
should be accessible from residential areas and where commercial uses should
be concentrated in nodes along major thoroughfares and intersections.
Objective 4.5 “Support the development of vibrant and viable commercial areas
with a variety of uses” does suggest the need for more commercial areas within
the City limits. In addition, the Comprehensive Plan’s Chapter 8 Economic
Development (Objective 8.5) “Support retention and expansion of existing
business” and Article 2 of Chapter 22 of the City Municipal Code Economic
Development Plan (Section 22.2.1 (b)(3)) support the creation of local
businesses, retention and expansion.
The zone change request is LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial. The
proposed zoning is consistent with sections of the Comprehensive Plan and
promotes and facilitates both land use development and economic growth. A
retail use in this location could serve the needs of nearby residents.
B. Is the proposed zoning and land use(s) compatible with the present zoning and
conforming uses of nearby property and the character of the neighborhood?
The properties to the north and west are located in unincorporated San Juan
County. The vacant property to the south is zoned MF-M, Multi-family Medium
Residential. The properties to the east are zoned RE -20/ SMHAO, Residential
Estate with a Special Mobile Home Area Overlay.
According to the San Juan County Growth Management Plan Update, the
parcels to the north are designated as a Multiple Use (MU) District, where a
“Multiple Use District should permit virtually all land uses, including the broad
range of residential, commercial, industrial and other uses currently found
across the County.” However, it is noted that the County does not have zoning.
To the north, approximately 100 feet away from the subject property is a
construction business (Harpole Construction, Inc.) and to the northeast are
residential lots.
The proposed zoning for the subject property is compatible with the land uses
and character of the area. The LNC District uses attract customers from a
limited area and are typically located along collector or arterial streets, such as
Wildflower Parkway (a minor arterial) and Wildflower Mesa Drive (a collector).
The LNC district includes specific standards designed to ensure the
compatibility with the residential-scale and style of the neighborhoods they
serve.
C. Will there be adverse impacts; and/or can any adverse impacts be adequately
mitigated?
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The proposed zone change would not have an adverse impact on the
surrounding area. The petitioner requests a zone change to allow for a small
retail business. The proposed small business is located along Wildflower
Parkway, which is designated as a minor arterial. Minor arterial are sufficient to
handle commercial traffic. The proposed small retail business will be required to
meet all the setback requirements in the UDC.
D. Is the proposed density and intensity of use permitted in the proposed zoning
district?
The petitioner is proposing a zone change in order to allow for a small retail
business on the subject property. There are no small retail businesses located
along Wildflower Parkway. The local residents of the area must travel a
minimum of 2.5 miles to the nearest supermarket (Safeway 3540 E. Main St.), or
1.8 miles to the closest big box store (Kmart at 3000 E Main St.) and 0.6 miles
to a convenience store (7-2-11 at 201 Browning Parkway). In this area, there is
a need for small retail businesses that could provide goods and services for the
day-to-day needs of the nearby residents. A retail sales and service, sales
oriented business is permitted in the LNC District.
The LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial District requires a minimum of
10,890 square feet of area for a non-residential use. The subject property is
5.47 acres (238,273.2 ft²). The petitioner has stated that he will use
approximately half of the parcel for a small retail store.
E. Is the site physically suitable for development of uses and density permitted by
the proposed zoning district?
The subject property is 5.47 acres and fronts Wildflower Parkway. The
properties to the north and west are located in San Juan County. The
properties to the east and south are vacant and zoned for residential uses. A
retail sales and service, sales oriented business is an allowed used in the LNC
District.
F. Are adequate public facilities and services available to serve development for
the type and scope suggested by the proposed zone? If utilities are not
available, could they be reasonably extended by the applicant? Is the applicant
willing to pay for the extension of public facilities and services necessary to
service the proposed development?
The subject property is vacant and undeveloped. The petitioner would be
responsible to provide all the necessary infrastructure for the property.
G. Does the proposed change constitute “spot zoning” as defined in Article 11,
definitions?
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Article 11 defines “spot zoning” as “Where a particular tract within a larger area
is specifically zoned so as to impose upon it restrictions not imposed upon the
surrounding lands, or grant to it special privileges not granted generally, not
done in pursuance of the Comprehensive Plan.”
The proposed zone change for the subject property is consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan’s Chapter 4 Land Use Development, Chapter 8 Economic
Development and the City’s Municipal Code Chapter 22 Economic
Development Plan. The requested zone change to LNC is compatible with the
character of the area and should not be detrimental to the surrounding
neighborhood, as it should fill the retail needs of the area. The subject property
is adjacent to areas that are zoned for residential uses to the south and east.
Adjacent is San Juan County, to the north is a construction business
(commercial use) and to the west is vacant land.
The LNC Districts are intended to accommodate neighborhood-oriented, low-
intensity retail sales along thoroughfares and at intersection that are readily
accessible from surrounding residential areas. The proposed zone change
would not be a spot zone.
STAFF COMMENTS
Public Works: Tony Sitta
I have no comments in regard to the zone change from MF-M to LNC.
FYI, all commercial development must comply with UDC Section 5.7.3
Supplemental Drainage Requirements as part of the building permitting process.
A ROW dedication will be needed to Wildflower Parkway per the ROW
Easement recorded October 13, 2009 (B1500 P754) when the lot undergoes
platting.
STAFF CONCLUSION
Staff concludes that the proposal does not constitute a spot zone and would not
adversely impact the area. The proposed use for this property is consistent with
sections of the Comprehensive Plan and the City’s Municipal Code Chapter 22
Economic Development Plan. Approval of ZC 18-01 is appropriate.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The Community Development Department recommends approval of Petition ZC 18-01,
a request from Douglas Kinsey, for a zone change from Multi-family Medium Density to
Local Neighborhood Commercial for property (R2000551) located on Wildflower
Parkway, approximately 576 feet east of Wildflower Mesa Drive, with the condition that
the property will be subdivided and right-of-way for Wildflower Parkway will be
dedicated with the subdivision plat prior to any building permits being issues.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PETITION REPORT
Petition SUP 18-12 Special Use Permit to allow a bar at
5170 College Boulevard #106 in the
LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial District
A. STAFF REPORT, March 15, 2018
PROJECT INFORMATION
Applicant Mr. 4s DBA Traegers
Representative Scott Weaver
Date of February 14, 2018
Application
Requested Action Approval of a special use permit to allow a bar in the LNC, Local
Neighborhood Commercial zoning district.
Location 5170 College Boulevard #106
Existing Land Commercial
Use
Existing Zoning LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial
Surrounding North: LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial/Vacant
Zoning & Land South: SF-10 Single-family residential/Vacant
Use East: OP, Office Professional/Offices
West: RA, Rural Agriculture/San Juan College
Notice Publication of Notice for public hearings of the Planning and
Zoning Commission appeared in the Daily Times on Sunday
February 25, 2018. Property owners within 100 feet were sent
notice by certified mail on Wednesday February 21, 2018 and a
sign was posted on Friday, March 2, 2018.
Staff Planner Helen Landaverde, Associate Planner
STAFF ANALYSIS
Background
The applicant requests a special use permit to allow for a bar with a limited menu at 5170
College Boulevard #106 located in the Silver Ridge Plaza in the LNC, Local Neighborhood
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Commercial District. In addition, the applicant is proposing to use the second floor for
special events. “Live band”, “live DJ” music and dancing will not be provided at the
business. The proposed use will be located in a two-story building, currently vacant in the
Silver Ridge Plaza. Bars, taverns, and lounges (drinking-oriented) are allowed uses in the
LNC District with the approval of a Special Use Permit.
The subject property is in an existing three building multi-tenant neighborhood
commercial center. Silver Ridge Plaza currently contains the following tenants: Adara Hair
& Nail Salon, Fast Signs, Learning Express Toys, Zenish, Munchies Sandwich and Ice
Cream Shop, Business Solutions, ImageNet, Edward Jones.
The property to the north of the subject property is zoned as LNC, Local Neighborhood
Commercial. The property to the south is zoned SF-10 Single-family residential and it is
currently vacant and undeveloped. The property to the east is zoned as OP, Office
Professional and to the west the property is zoned RA, Rural Agriculture. San Juan
College Quality Center for Business is located directly across from the subject property.
Pursuant to New Mexico State Statute, 60-6B-10 Business Licenses, “no license shall be
issued by the state for the sale of alcoholic beverages that is within three hundred (300)
feet of any church or school without a waiver from the local governing body” (e. g.
Farmington City Council). The address 5170 College Boulevard #106 is approximately 50
feet from San Juan College’s Quality Center for Business. The applicant has
communicated that he will meet with San Juan College on March 13, 2018 to discuss the
proposed use in regards to the State’s 300-foot rule. The proposed bar is approximately
635 feet from the New Covenant United Methodist Church and 1,015 feet from the Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (see Pictometry map).
A liquor license was previously approved and issued for Fire House Java & Cuisine at
Silver Ridge Plaza, 5150 College Boulevard #206, on February 15, 2013. The liquor
license for this location expired on January 22, 2016 (see attachment). Staff has verified
and confirmed that there has not been a history of code violations associated with the
previous use and the sale and service of alcoholic beverages.
Pursuant to UDC 2.44.55B, retail sales and service of alcoholic beverages (entertainment
and drinking-oriented) “shall not be permitted within 200 feet of a residential structure,
unless the City Council finds that waiving this requirement will not adversely affect the
adjacent neighborhood. For the purposes of this subsection, all measurements taken in
order to determine the location of the use in relation to a residential structure shall be
the straight-line distance from the residential structure to the structure wherein the
license shall be used.” The nearest residential uses are 367 feet away and located south
east of the subject property (see Pictometry map).
Proposal
The proposed bar will be located on a developed site, Silver Ridge Plaza. The proposed
building at 5170 College Boulevard #106 is approximately 2,700 square feet with an
outdoor patio measuring 500 square feet. The outdoor patio will be enclosed; a four-foot
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tall fence will be installed. The first floor consists of 1,900 square feet and includes the
500 square foot patio space. The applicant proposes to have a total of 60 seats, 16 tables
and 12 seats at the bar, inside the first floor. For the outdoor seating, the applicant is
proposing to have five (5) outdoor tables with 20 seats; totaling 80 seats for the first floor.
The second floor measures approximately 800 square feet. The applicant is proposing a
total of 32 seats for the second floor, seven (7) tables and 10 seats at the bar. The second
floor will be utilized only for special events and as rental space. The applicant will not
have “live band”, “live DJ” music or dancing, but will have occasional acoustic players
play music inside the building.
Construction plans for Silver Ridge Plaza show that there are 48 existing parking spaces
and there will be an additional 75 parking spaces added to the east and west side of the
proposed building; totaling 123 off-street parking spaces for Silver Ridge Plaza (see
attachment). It is anticipated that the highest demand for parking for the proposed bar
may occur after other businesses within the Silver Ridge Plaza have closed.
Pursuant to the UDC 5.2.3 Minimum off-street parking requirements the proposed use
meets Farmington’s parking requirements for a bar and will have sufficient off-street
parking and shared parking at Silver Ridge Plaza, as well as access to driveways from
College Boulevard.
Table 1. Minimum off-street parking requirements
UDC 5.2.3 Minimum off-street First Floor (including Second Floor
parking requirements patio area)
1.0 per 3 seat, 2 spaces minimum 80 seats/ 3 = 27 32 seats/ 3 = 11
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The applicant is currently leasing the liquor license from owner Susan, Inc. for Copper
Penny/Top Deck for the proposed bar at 5170 College Boulevard #106. This liquor license
is active and expires June 30, 2018. The applicant proposes the following hours of
operation listed in Table 2.
Table 2. Business Hours of Operation
First-floor Second-floor
(Special Events)
Hours Monday – CLOSED Business meetings,
Tuesday – Thursday 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. events, mixers, etc. by
appointment.
Friday – Saturday 3:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
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Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Maximum TBD TBD
Capacity
The applicant has indicated that there will be a Security Plan for the proposed use and
intends to conduct the sale of alcohol in accordance with the Liquor Control Act of New
Mexico standards and requirements. The applicant has communicated that certified
servers will be employed to ensure that all applicable laws regarding alcohol consumption
are being observed and followed. In addition, adequate lighting and security cameras will
be placed throughout the establishment to monitor and ensure that all applicable laws
regarding alcohol consumption are being observed and followed.
Consistency with the Comprehensive Plan
The proposed bar is consistent with Farmington’s Comprehensive Plan. The proposed
use promotes and facilitates the City’s Land Use and Development goals and objectives
for commercial land use.
“Goal: Plan and facilitate land use and development that is consistent,
orderly, functional, in harmony with the natural environment, and promotes
a progressive, vibrant, scenic, and safe community.”
“Objective 4.5: Support the development of vibrant and viable commercial
area with a variety of uses.”
“Action 4.5.2: Locate new commercial developments near existing
commercial areas and buffer from residential uses.”
“Action 4.7.2: Encourage neighborhood and general commercial
development along roadway corridors to provide buffers when adjacent to
residential neighborhoods.”
The proposed use also promotes and facilitates the City’s Economic Development Plan
goals and priorities, which are also listed in the City’s Municipal Code in Chapter 22.
Goals 1 and 4. The goals of the economic development plan are as follows:
(1) Reduction of unemployment and an increase in the labor force participation
rate; and
(2) Improved economic diversification.
Priorities 2, 4, and 5. The priorities of the economic development plan are as follows:
(2) Business and industries that provide semiskilled and skilled jobs;
(4) Businesses and industries that produce goods or services locally, for
distribution within the region to displace imported goods and services; and
(5) Businesses and industries that fill a gap in the local economic base.
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Additionally, the proposed use is consistent with the City’s 2020 Future Land Use Plan.
The plan calls for this area to be Neighborhood Commercial (see attachment). A Special
Use Permit for a bar in the LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial District is consistent
with the Comprehensive Plan.
Special Use Permit Criteria – Section 8.9.4 of the UDC
Section 8.9.4 of the UDC sets forth the criteria for review of a special use permit. The
section states that an SUP may be approved where it is reasonably determined that there
will be no significant negative impact upon residents of surrounding property or upon the
public. Criteria are listed as follows:
A. Effect on environment: The location, size, design, and operation characteristics of the
proposed use shall not be detrimental to the health, welfare, and safety of the
surrounding neighborhood or its occupants, not be substantially or permanently
injurious to the neighboring property.
The proposed use should not be detrimental to the surrounding properties. The
proposed bar meets the City’s 200-foot rule (UDC 2.44.55B). The nearest
existing residential uses are approximately 367 feet from the subject property
line. Additionally, the sale and service of alcoholic beverages was previously
permitted for Fire House Java & Cuisine at Silver Ridge Plaza from 2013 to 2016.
Staff has not found any code violations related to the previous use and the sale
and service of alcoholic beverages at the proposed location.
The applicant does not propose to have “live band” music, “live DJ” music
and/or dancing at the bar. The proposed hours of operation will not generate
noise in the late evening or early morning hours. The sale of alcohol will be
conducted under a license from the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing
Department in accordance with the Liquor Control Act. The Liquor Control Act
includes standards and requirements to minimize problems associated with
alcohol consumption, such as disorderly conduct from excessive alcohol
consumption, and have trained and certified employees in the responsible
service of alcohol.
B. Compatible with surrounding area: The proposed site plan, circulation plan, and
schematic architectural designs shall be harmonious with the character of the
surrounding area with relationship to scale, height, landscaping and screening and
density.
The proposed use is compatible with the surrounding retail area and should not
be detrimental to the surrounding properties. The proposed bar will be located
in the Silver Ridge Plaza, which contains a variety of commercial uses such as
retail, restaurant, and service-oriented uses. The proposed bar will maintain the
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existing character of the area and will meet all required setbacks, height
restrictions, and off-street parking requirements.
The proposed bar is an allowed use with the approval of a Special Use Permit
in the LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial District.
C. External impacts minimized: The proposed use shall not have negative impacts
on existing uses in the area and in the city through the creation of noise, glare, fumes,
dust, smoke, vibration, fire hazard, or other injurious or noxious impact. The
applicant shall provide adequate mitigation responses to the impacts.
The nearest residential uses are approximately 367 feet away and located south
east of the subject property (see attachment). The applicant is proposing
limited hours of operation and will not have “live band”, “live DJ” music and/or
dancing in the building or the outdoor area. The proposed use will not generate
noise in the late evening or early morning hours.
Staff has also determined that there has been no history of code violations
associated with previous sale and service of alcoholic beverages at Silver
Ridge Plaza. There are no negative impacts concerning noise, glare fumes,
dust, smoke, or vibration. The petitioner is required to mitigate any adverse
impacts to the area.
D. Infrastructure impacts minimized: The proposed use shall not have negative impacts
on existing uses in the area and in the city through impacts on public infrastructure
such as roads, parking facilities and water and sewer systems, and on public services
such as police and fire protection and solid waste collection, and the ability of existing
infrastructure and services to provide services adequately.
The proposed use will not have a negative impact on existing uses in the area
and/or negative impacts on public infrastructure. Adequate facilities and
services are currently provided.
E. Consistent with the UDC and Comprehensive Plan: The proposed use will be
consistent with purposes of this UDC, the Comprehensive Plan, and any other
statutes, ordinances or policies that may be applicable, and will support rather than
interfere with the uses otherwise permitted in the zone in which it is located.
The Comprehensive Plan calls for this area to be neighborhood commercial. A
Special Use Permit for a bar in the LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial
District is consistent with the UDC and the Comprehensive Plan. Furthermore,
the proposed use promotes and facilitates the City’s goals and objectives for
Land Use and Development, and Economic Development.
F. Parcel size: The proposed use may be required to have additional land area, in
excess of the minimum lot area otherwise required by the underlying zoning district,
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as necessary to ensure adequate mitigation of impacts on surrounding land uses and
the zoning district.
N/A
G. Site Plan: The proposed use shall be required to comply with the site plan review
procedures and standards of Section 8.5, site plan review, as specified.
The petitioner provided a site plan that conforms to the standards of Section
8.5 (see attachment).
STAFF CONCLUSION
Staff concludes approval of SUP 18-12 is appropriate. The building proposed for the bar
is located in an existing multi-tenant neighborhood commercial shop, the Silver Ridge
Plaza, and the proposed bar must be conducted under a license from the New Mexico
Regulation and Licensing Department in accordance with the Liquor Control Act.
Therefore, there should not be any adverse effects on the surrounding area.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The Community Development Department recommends approval of Petition SUP 18-12,
a request from Mr. 4s DBA Traegers, represented by Scott Weaver for a special use
permit to allow a bar at 5170 College Boulevard #106 in the LNC, Local Neighborhood
Commercial District and subject to the following conditions:
1. The use must meet all requirements of the building and fire codes; and
2. The use shall be limited to the type of operation presented by the applicant and
described in this staff report. Any change to the bar’s hours of operation, sale and
service of alcoholic beverages or entertainment arrangements, will require
approval of an amendment to the Special Use Permit by the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
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Pictometry Distance from schools, churches, and residences
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PLANNING MEMO COMMENTS SUMMARY
SUP 18-12 5170 COLLEGE BLVD, #106
Deadline: 2/23/18
City of Farmington Departments
CD Director – M. Holton No comment
CD Addressing – Planning Division
1)-The proposed floor plan has a
CD
occupancy load over 50 and makes this
an A-2 occupancy.
Currently this building does not have
plans to have a Automatic Sprinkler
System. Section 903.2.1.2 of the 2015
IBC requires any A-2 occupancy on the
2nd floor to have a sprinkler system.
Without dimensioned plans the occupant
Chief Building Official – D. Childers
load cannot be determined but, it
appears the occupant load will be over
100 and section 903.2.1.2 would again
require a sprinkler system.
2)- If the occupant load of the second
floor is 50 or over a second means of
egress from that floor will need to be
provided. (Stairs)
CD Long Range Planner
CD MPO – D. Garcia
CD Oil & Gas Inspector – L. Simms
CITY City Manager’s Office – J. Baird No comment
Customer Care Manager – L.
ELEC
Richardson
ELEC Electrical Engineering – L Aligarbes
ELEC T & D – R. Romero
Will need the following:
FIRE
1. Detailed floor plan to determine
occupant load – any occupant load of
100 or more will require a fire
suppression system.
Fire Captain – D. Doudy
2. Any occupant load of 50 or more will
require:
A. Two exits
B. Separation from other
occupancies
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FIRE Fire Marshall – B. Vega
LEGAL City Attorney – J. Breakell
LEGAL Deputy City Attorney – E. Wayne No comment
POLICE Code Compliance – M. Romero
POLICE Sergeant – P. Flores
PRCA C. Styron No comment
PW City Engineer – N. Westerling
PW Engineering – T. Sitta No comment
PW Streets Superintendent
PW Traffic Engineer – C. Trask
PW Water/Waste Water – M. Tso No comment
Other Entities
New Mexico Gas Company – L. Moore
CenturyLink – D. Willato No comment
Enterprise Field Services
Comcast Cable – M. Johnson
CH2MHILL OMI – R. Rosen
Field Services
Farmington School District – C. Lyons
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RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION SETTING AND ESTABLISHING A REGULAR MEETING DAY,
TIME AND PLACE FOR THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PURSUANT
TO CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2013-1466 AS RATIFIED
WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of Resolution No. 2013-1466 as ratified, each
board, commission, committee or other policy making body of the City of Farmington which
holds regular meetings shall annually, subject to the ratification and approval of the City Council
of the City of Farmington, establish a regular meeting day, time and place; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the city of Farmington has
determined and does recommend to the City Council that the regular meeting day, time and place
of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Farmington and the location where a copy
of the agenda of such meetings may be obtained shall be as set forth in this resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FARMINGTON:
That the regular meeting day, time and place of the Planning and Zoning Commission of
the City of Farmington shall be held on each Thursday following each second and fourth
Tuesday of each month at 3:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, Municipal Building, 800
Municipal Drive, Farmington, New Mexico and that the location where a copy of the agenda of
the regular meeting may be inspected seventy-two (72) hours in advance of such meeting shall
be at the Community Development Department, 805 Municipal Drive, Municipal Annex,
Farmington, New Mexico.
PASSED, SIGNED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this ______ day of _______, 2018.
By:
Chairperson, Planning and Zoning Commission
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