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11/9/17 N 00000000000010/16/17 – 8:40 A.12/11/17m.000000000000000000000000000 Agenda Gallatin Architectural Advisory Committee to the Municipal-Regional Planning Commission Thursday, August 20, 2020 5:00 p.m. Virtual Meeting to be held remotely: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85233968867 or (470) 250 9358 Webinar ID: 852 3396 8867 Pursuant to the Governor’s Executive Orders #16, #34 and #51 regarding public meetings and social distancing and the need to limit the community spread of Covid-19, members of the Planning Commission may participate by electronic means and the meeting will be live streamed to protect the public health, safety and welfare of the members and citizens of Gallatin. To access this meeting online: www.gallatintn.gov, Boards & Commissions; Architectural Advisory Committee to the Municipal-Regional Planning Commission; Agenda  Call to Order  Roll Call and Introduction of Members and Staff  Approval of Minutes from the July 30, 2020 Meeting AGENDA 1. RECAP FROM THE JULY 30, 2020 MEETING 2. PREFEERED OPTION BY COMMITTEE FOR GALLATIN ZONING ORDINANCE ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS (ART. 13, SEC 13.08) AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURE (ART. 12, SEC 12.01) 3. COMMENTS AND CONCERNS OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS 4. SCHEDULE NEXT MEETING DATE (IF NECESSARY) 5. ADJOURN Page 1 of 1  MINUTES OF THE GALLATIN ARCHITECTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO THE MUICIPAL-REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION (In compliance with Governor Lee’s Executive Order #16, 34 and #51, this meeting was held remotely) July 30, 2020 Members Staff Matt Harris William McCord, Director of Planning Roger Matchett Josh King, Assistant Director of Planning Robert Montgomery Leticia Alexander, Staff Attorney Chuck Stuart, Building Official Marianne Mudrak, Planning Assistant Absent Others Present None None Chair Harris called the meeting to order and read the following statement: Pursuant to the Governor’s executive order and the need to limit the community spread of Covid-19, members of the Architectural Advisory Committee will participate by electronic means and the meeting will be live streamed to protect the public health, safety and welfare of the members and citizens of Gallatin. Mr. Harris motioned to hold the meeting remotely in accordance with the Governors Executive Order #16, 34 and #51. Mr. Matchett seconded the motion and the motion passed by roll call vote of 3 ayes; 0 nays. Ms. Mudrak called roll (All members present). Mr. Matchett motioned to approve the minutes of the July 9, 2020 Architectural Advisory Committee meeting. Mr. Harris seconded the motion and the motion passed by roll call vote of 3 ayes; 0 nays. Item 1: Recap of July 9, 2020 Meeting Mr. McCord described the results of the last meeting and the recommendation of the committee. Item 2: Preferred Option of Committee Members Mr. Matchett said he reviewed the three (3) options again and still supports Option 1. Mr. Harris said he believes the committee is on target with this option. He said that accessory structure based on size and restrictions were discussed. He confirmed that accessory structures of less than 200 square feet are exempt from a building permits but asked that larger accessory structures should comply with the primary building setbacks. Architectural Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes July 30, 2020 Mr. McCord said accessory structure restrictions would be placed in Article 12. He said that under the proposal, if an accessory structure is larger than 200 square feet it would need to meet required building setbacks. Mr. Montgomery asked where the 200 square foot accessory structure exemption applies. Mr. Harris described accessory buildings smaller than 200 feet do not require a building permit. Mr. McCord explained that older plats often have no easements that further restrict building setbacks. Mr. Stuart said the City adopted the 2018 International Building Code and the regulations were changed from 180 square feet to 200 square feet for exemption from a building permit. Mr. Harris asked if a variance would be required for a larger accessory structure. Mr. King said the Board of Zoning Appeals could extend a variance; however, a unique hardship would be required and the structure would have to meet the 10 standards for consideration of a variance. Mr. McCord said for that most Master Plan developments have restrictions and covenants and may allow a more submissive setback. In that case the Master Plan and possibly the plat may have to be revised. Mr. Harris asked if the language can be written so that it would only apply to residential districts. Mr. McCord responded, yes the structure setbacks could only apply to residential districts. If the building is larger than 200 square feet regular setbacks would apply. Mr. Harris suggested providing the accessory structures language at the next meeting. Mr. McCord asked if it is the intent of the committee to include the language in a draft amendment to the zoning ordinance. He asked if the committee wants to consider requiring a fence or opaque barrier between an accessory structure and adjacent properties. Mr. Harris said he did not believe a fence or landscaping barrier is necessary. Item 3 Comments and Concerns of Committee Members The committee agreed that Option 1 was their preferred choice and agreed to vote on the ordinance at the next meeting. Item 4: Schedule Next Meeting Date Mr. Harris scheduled the next meeting for Thursday, August 20, 2020. Item 5: Adjourn There being no further business to discuss, Chair Harris adjourned the meeting. 2 Architectural Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes July 30, 2020 Respectfully submitted: _____________________________ Marianne Mudrak Approve: _____________________________ Matt Harris, Chair 3  ORDINANCE NO. O2009-xx AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GALLATIN, SUMNER COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING ARTICLE 12, SUPPLEMENTARY DISTRICT REGULATIONS, SECTION 12.01 RELATED TO THE REGULATIONS FOR ACCESSORY STRUCTURES, AND ARTICLE 13, PERFORMANCE AND DESIGN STANDARDS, SECTION 13.08, RELATED TO THE ARCHITECTURAL CHARACTER AND COMPATIBILITY STANDARDS OF THE GALLATIN ZONING ORDINANCE; REPEALING CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE WHEREAS, the Gallatin Municipal-Regional Planning Commission, pursuant to Section 15.07.040 of the Gallatin Zoning Ordinance has reviewed and recommended approval in GMRPC Resolution No. 2020-XX ; and WHEREAS, notice and public hearing before the Gallatin City Council has or will occur before final passage pursuant to Section 15.07.060 of the Gallatin Zoning Ordinance. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF GALLATIN, TENNESSEE as follows: 1. The Gallatin City Council hereby concurs with the recommendations of the Gallatin Municipal-Regional Planning Commission and hereby approves amending Article 13, Section 13.08, Gallatin Zoning Ordinance as described in Exhibit ‘A’; and 2. Based upon the recommendation of approval by the Gallatin Municipal-Regional Planning Commission and after public notice and public hearing in compliance with Section 15.07.060 of the Gallatin Zoning Ordinance, the architectural design requirements are hereby amended and established as described in Exhibit ‘A’; and 3. The Gallatin City Council does hereby approve, authorize and direct the revision of the Gallatin Zoning Ordinance in accordance with Section 15.07.080 of the Gallatin Zoning Ordinance of the City of Gallatin, Tennessee, shall, upon the effective date of this ordinance, be amended to reflect the amended text; and 4. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict; and 5. If any provision of this ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the invalidity shall not affect other provision or applications of this ordinance which can be given without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this ordinance are declared severable.  BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF GALLATIN, TENNESSEE, that this Ordinance shall take effect upon final passage, the public welfare requiring such. PASSED FIRST READING: PASSED SECOND READING: ___________________________________ MAYOR PAIGE BROWN ATTEST: ________________________________ CONNIE KITTRELL CITY RECORDER APPROVED AS TO FORM: ________________________________ SUSAN HIGH-MCAULEY CITY ATTORNEY  Exhibit ‘A’ ARTICLE 12.00 SUPPLEMENTARY DISTRICT REGULATIONS 12.01 Regulations Applicable to All Districts The following supplemental regulations shall apply to specified districts. * * * * * * * * * * * * * 12.01.030 Accessory Structures No accessory structures shall be erected in any required front yard or between any required front yard and the front façade of a principal residential or commercial building or structure in a residential or commercial zoning district. Accessory structures in industrial zoning districts (IR and IG) may be located in front of a principal building or structure but shall not be permitted in required yards. Accessory structures such as detached garages, carports and storage buildings and swimming pools may shall be located at any point at least five (5) feet behind the front building line(s) of the principal structure building,. In all districts, accessory structures which are 200 square feet of gross floor area or less may be placed and a minimum of four (4) feet from all side and rear property lines except in areas where utility and/or drainage easements are located and provided that no building permit is required for construction or placement. In residential districts, accessory structures which are more than 200 square feet of gross floor area shall be placed to comply with all setback requirements of a primary structure required in the applicable zoning district. Accessory structures in Industrial zoning districts (IR and IG) may be located in front of a principal structure but shall not be permitted in required yards. No accessory structures are permitted in any easements. A garage or carport may be connected to the principal residence but must adhere to the prescribed yard setbacks of the principal structure for the zoning district. No accessory structure shall be permitted without a primary/principal use or structure first being placed on the property except in the A – Agricultural Residential Zoning district. No accessory building(s) or structure(s) in combination with a principal building(s) or structure(s) shall be permitted which exceeds the maximum lot or coverage permitted for such lot or parcel. * * * * * * * * * * * * * 13.08 Architectural Character and Compatibility Standards 13.08.010 Basic Design Criteria A. Materials – To ensure a consistent and high quality design standards throughout the City in all districts, with the exception of A, R-40, R-20, R-15, R-10, R-8, IR and IG districts, any new or substantially expanded buildings shall be constructed with stone and/or brick materials as the predominant (minimum 70%) on exterior facades. Concrete block, split face block, other related concrete-masonry block materials, and/or manufactured/pre-cast panels are not considered stone or brick materials, but may be approved as an alternative material under Section 13.08.010.D. In the A, R-40, R-20, R-15, R-10, R-8 districts, any use and building, other than one-family (single family) detached residential units and associated accessory structures, shall use brick and/or stone materials as the predominant (minimum 70%) exterior facade materials. One- family detached dwelling units shall be exempt from this requirement unless otherwise specified in Section 13.08.010.E. In the IR and IG districts all buildings shall be constructed with at least 50% brick or stone material on facades of the building used for offices and fronting on a public or private roadway. Buildings, or portions of buildings, not fronting on public or private roadways may be constructed with other materials including but not limited to concrete block, split face block, other related concrete-masonry block materials, and/or manufactured/pre-cast panels. Non-industrial uses and activities in the IR and IG districts shall use brick and/or stone materials as the predominant (minimum 70%) exterior facade materials. Building additions representing less than a 50% increase in the size of the primary existing structure, in other than the A, R-40, R-20, R-15, R-10, R-8 and all commercial districts, may be constructed with materials compatible with the existing building to match the existing façade/building materials and color. However, any building addition may be constructed of brick or stone regardless of the construction materials used on an existing primary structure. B. Compatibility with Adjacent Buildings - In most all cases districts, other than those described in Section 13.08.010 A. above, with the exception of the A, R-40, R-20, R-15, R-8, IR and IG districts, buildings are not viewed in isolation, but rather in the context of other buildings. To this end, the following criteria are required for all non-residential buildings in residential districts: 1. Building forms shall be tailored to fit within the existing topography and site features as much as possible. 2. While architectural styles may vary, buildings of a proposed development shall be compatible with surrounding buildings (within the site and with adjacent properties) with regard to massing, scale, proportion of openings, roof types, types of glazed openings, and degree of detail. 3. The use of materials and colors compatible with buildings adjacent to a site is required. However, the applicant may request approval of structures and modifications to structures not strictly in compliance with the compatibility provisions as an alternative plan as described in Section 13.08.010 D. C. Adapting Prototypical Designs to Particular Sites: National standard designs shall be adapted to reflect the specific site context within the City by careful siting, use of compatible materials, and landscaping of the site so that it blends with its surroundings. D. Alternative Plan Approval: Upon the request of any owner of property to which this Section applies, the Planning Commission may approve an alternative plan which is not in strict compliance with the requirements of this Section, if the Commission finds that such alternative plan meets the purpose and intent of the requirements of this section and the alternative architectural plan and materials are clearly superior to a plan that would be in strict compliance with this Section. In making the determination, the Commission may consider the materials, design, color, and other natural or man-made elements which could impact a proposal’s conformance to these standards. E. Residential Infill Development Design Standards: To ensure the conservation and protection of established housing and residential neighborhoods in the City of Gallatin, the Planning Commission may establish architectural character and compatibility standards as a prerequisite of approval of any sketch, preliminary, or final plat for residential developments containing one-family detached dwelling units that are determined by the Planning Commission to be classified as an infill development. For the purposes of this section, an infill development shall be defined as follows: 1. Any proposed residential development involving the re-subdivision of an existing lot or lots of record, which are also a lot or lots in a subdivision recorded in the office of the County Register of Deeds, into a major subdivision containing five (5) or more lots as defined by the Gallatin Municipal-Regional Planning Commission. 2. Any proposed residential development that is located adjacent to, or across a local or collector street from, existing residential neighborhoods. For the purposes of this section, a residential neighborhood shall be deemed “existing” if it has been platted and recorded for a period of ten years or more and is more than sixty (60) percent built out. Architectural character and compatibility standards established by the Planning Commission may more restrictive than district and/or supplementary regulations and may include, standards regulating building materials, size, scale, proportion of openings, roof types, and degree of architectural detail to which new buildings or structures shall be constructed in order to ensure that the new construction will be compatible with the established character of existing residential neighborhoods. In addition, the Planning Commission may apply building size and architectural restrictions as described in Section 12.03 and Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 13, Chapter 5, Sections 501-504. The establishment of architectural character and compatibility standards shall be based on a determination by the Planning Commission that a proposed development is classified as an infill development and it has been determined that establishment of such standards is necessary to promote and protect the health, safety, morals, general welfare and character of existing residential neighborhoods in the City of Gallatin. The decision of the Planning Commission to establish architectural character and compatibility standards may be  appealed to the City Council upon the request of any owner of property to which this Section applies. F. Screening - To ensure that roof mounted equipment is not visible from any public right-of- way the following criteria is required: 1. Roofs shall not be visually cluttered. All roof level electrical transformers, heat and air conditioning equipment and similar facilities shall be screened from public view, along all building elevations, with materials compatible with and well integrated into the overall design. 2. If no roof top equipment exists on a flat roof, a parapet may still be required to be installed on all elevations of the building. I: Activities and Projects\Zoning Code Amendments\Architectural Standards\Draft Ordinance O2009-xx –Article 12, Section 12.01 and Article 13, Section 13.08 - 8-14-2020