Planning and Zoning
Regular MeetingGallup, NM · November 14, 2018
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Planning and Development
Clyde “C.B.” Strain, Director
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
AGENDA
Wednesday, November 14th, 2018, 6:00 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers
*** Call to Order / Roll Call
*** Approval of October 10th, 2018 Meeting Minutes
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM ONE: CASE # 18-00700004: Request by Patricia L. Olson, property owner, for a
Conditional Use Permit to allow for a short-term rental as an accessory use to the Single Family
Residential- A Zoning District (SFR-A). The property is located at 606 E. Green Avenue; more
particularly described as Lot 8, W ½ of Lot 9, Block 7, Cottage Heights Addition.
INFORMATION ITEMS
ITEM TWO: City Council Actions Taken
ITEM THREE: October 2018 Building Permit Activity Report
*** Open Floor
*** Adjourn
110 West Aztec Avenue • Gallup, New Mexico 87301 • phone 505.863.1240 • email cstrain@gallupnm.gov
Planning & Zoning Commission
October 10th, 2018 Minutes
City Council Chambers
The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order at 6:02 p.m. by
Chairman Kent Wilson.
Upon roll call, the following were present:
Chairman K. Wilson
Commissioner J. Dooley
Commissioner F. Pawlowski
Commissioner F. Kozeliski
Commissioner M. Long
Upon roll call, the following were absent:
Commissioner K. Mackenzie-Chavez
Commissioner L. Miller
Chairman Wilson asked if any Commissioner had a conflict of interest for any agenda item and if so
to recuse him/herself prior to discussing the particular item.
Upon roll call, the following votes were:
Chairman K. Wilson (No)
Commissioner J. Dooley (No)
Commissioner F. Pawlowski (No)
Commissioner F. Kozeliski (No)
Commissioner M. Long (No)
Presented to the Chairman and Commissioners for their approval were the minutes of the August 8th,
2018 regular meeting. Commissioner Pawlowski motioned for approval of the minutes as presented.
Seconded by Commissioner Dooley. Motion Carried.
Upon roll call, the following votes were:
Commissioner F. Pawlowski (Yes)
Commissioner J. Dooley (Yes)
Commissioner F. Kozeliski (Yes)
Commissioner M. Long (Yes)
Chairman Wilson administered the oath required by State Law for public forum.
Chairman Wilson stated anyone wishing to speak limit their comments to three minutes and not to
duplicate a previous point; they will have one opportunity to testify.
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ITEM ONE: CASE # 18-01100001: Revocation of the Conditional Use Permit for Larry’s
Automotive Repair Service due to violations with the conditions set forth in Resolution RP2012-02.
The property is located at 203 Burke Drive; more particularly described as Lots 10 thru 13, Block 27,
Ford Highway 66 Addition.
CB Strain began by explaining that this evening’s meeting was to present the revocation of the
conditional use permit for Larry’s Automotive Repair Service at 203 Burke Drive. On September 12,
2012 the business owner, Larry Sinnott was approved for a conditional use permit with Resolution
Number RP2012-02 to operate an automotive servicing and mechanical repair shop. The conditional
use permit was required for that particular zoning district, which at that time was the General
Commercial Zoning District (C2-A). CB explained that with any conditional use permit, conditions
are applied to the use in order to ensure that it doesn’t have an adverse effect on the adjacent
properties or the community. He pointed out how the Commission didn’t add specific conditions on
the use at Larry’s Automotive Repair Service. All of the conditions were followed except two (2),
which the Planning & Development Department has had several complaints on. CB read aloud
conditions d. and e. from Resolution Number RP2012-02:
d. All vehicles waiting for service or repair shall be stored inside the structure and not parked
or stored outside the building or within the Burke Drive right-of-way
e. Customers shall be permitted to park within the Burke Drive right-of-way when dropping
off or picking up a vehicle only. The dropped off vehicle shall then immediately be
transferred and stored inside the structure.
CB explained how the Planning & Development Department received many complaints about
vehicles being consistently parked along the Burke Drive right-of-way outside of the building during
business hours and overnight, which was a violation of the conditional use permit. CB spoke about
the multiple warning letters sent to the property and business owners notifying them of the violations
whereas the violations would temporarily stop, but eventually continued. CB stated there seemed to
be no desire for the business to comply with the regulations or the conditions set forth in the
resolution that allowed the business operation. The Planning and Development Department has
exhausted every effort to obtain compliance, which is why the conditional use permit revocation is
being brought before the Commission this evening. CB made it clear to the Commission that if the
conditional use permit was revoked the business would have to cease operations. CB explained that
the Code Enforcement Officers who witnessed the multiple violations are present this evening and
will testify to the evidence.
Toby Tafoya, Code Enforcement Officer introduced himself and explained how he’s received up to
at least seven (7) complaints since 2012 of parking violations. He spoke about the vehicles he’s
witnessed parked along Burke Drive whereas he’s issued orange tags and parking notices. (The
overhead projector was used to display Pages 1-9 thru 1-24 of Mr. Tafoya’s Code Enforcement
Notices and violation photos.) Mr. Tafoya confirmed that those photographs were taken by him. Mr.
Tafoya stated that for every complaint he received there were always violations found.
Charles Soto, Code Enforcement Officer introduced himself. He explained how he was dispatched to
Larry’s Automotive Repair Service at 203 Burke Drive on August 20, 2018 regarding a complaint
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about multiple vehicles being parked and worked on along Burke Drive. Mr. Soto referred to the site
photos he took upon his arrival to the location. (The overhead projector was used to display Pages 1-
28 and 1-29 of the violation photos.) He explained that there were two (2) vehicles parked along
Burke Drive that were being worked on or waiting to be worked on. He described how one (1) car
had the hood propped up while a white truck was just being towed in and parked along Burke Drive.
He mentioned how there were also other vehicles parked along Burke Drive from Larry’s
Automotive Repair Service. Mr. Soto stated that he was only dispatched to that location that one (1)
time and had no other code enforcement cases for that location. CB informed the Commission that
was all the facts and evidence they had to present to them this evening.
Chairman Wilson asked the Commissioners if they had any questions for staff. There were none.
Chairman Wilson stated that the Code Enforcement photos would be entered into the record as
evidence.
Chairman Wilson asked if anyone wanted to speak against the revocation to please approach the
podium.
Douglas Howes introduced himself as the property owner of 203 South Burke Drive. He began by
stating that there has always been parking issues along Burke Drive for many years. The hours of
operation for Larry’s Automotive Repair Service is normally every day from eight o’clock (8 a.m.) to
five o’clock (5 p.m.) where they don’t have vehicles on the street. Mr. Howes pointed out how there
was actually a bigger hazard caused by A&J Produce who parks their cargo truck halfway to the
driveway and the street. He spoke about how his building at 203 Burke Drive was driven into twice
where his retaining wall and parking lot was damaged, which he never complained about. Mr.
Howes stated how it seemed like there was an issue because one neighbor wanted to compete with
another neighbor. He stated that he didn’t think Gallup was in the business to close businesses. Mr.
Howes recommended that the Commission give Larry Sinnott another chance to correct the parking
issues because Mr. Sinnott has a separate location to park his vehicles now. In closing Mr. Howes
stated that they’ve put a lot of money into maintaining the property and he knew there were
consequences for breaking the rules and regulations. He also thanked the Commission.
Chairman Wilson asked the Commissioners if they had any questions for Mr. Howes. Commissioner
Dooley asked Mr. Howes for clarification on the property that was being offered to Mr. Sinnott to
parks his vehicles. Mr. Howes explained how Mr. Sinnott had found a location on Hasler Valley
Road from George Athens to store his vehicles. Larry Sinnott started to make a comment from the
audience when Chairman Wilson required him to approach the podium in order to speak.
Larry Sinnott introduced himself as the owner of Larry’s Automotive Repair Service. He began by
explaining how a couple of years ago George Athens agreed to let him utilize the vacant lot west of
the Aztec Laundromat on the northeast corner of Aztec Avenue and Burke Drive. Mr. Sinnott stated
that he had brought that solution to the City whereas he was told that it wasn’t allowed because the
satellite parking wasn’t within one hundred and thirty feet (130’). He claimed to have since checked
the distance from his business to the vacant lot where it was actually less than the required one
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hundred and thirty foot (130’) distance. Mr. Sinnott spoke about how he was going to rent that
vacant lot from Mr. Athens and install a fence whereas it would’ve taken care of the congestion
problem they have now. Chairman Wilson asked Mr. Sinnott if that proposal had been presented to
the Planning Department as a solution to the parking issue. Mr. Sinnott responded no; that was a
couple of years back when the City didn’t agree to it. Commissioner Dooley asked CB to respond to
Mr. Sinnott’s statements. CB acknowledged that there was a vacant dirt lot on Aztec Avenue and
Burke Drive, which previously had a building on it that was demolished. CB explained how the
zoning ordinance didn’t have a permitted use for the storage of vehicles on a vacant lot. There are
uses for business parking lots, but not on separate blocks where it’s going to be used strictly for the
storage of vehicles. CB continued by explaining how the old zoning ordinance didn’t allow for that
and neither did the new zoning ordinance, which was why it wasn’t allow then and wouldn’t be
allowed now. CB stated that the only time vehicles can be parked and stored on a vacant lot is if it’s
for a car dealership because that inventory is part of the business. Commissioner Dooley asked CB if
there would be a problem with utilizing the property on Hasler Valley Road to store their vehicles.
CB stated that Hasler Valley Road was now a part of the City, so it would become an issue.
Chairman Wilson and CB agreed that the business has outgrown the location, which was a good sign,
but now they needed a solution.
Commissioner Long asked Mr. Sinnott how many vehicles he could fit inside his shop. Mr. Sinnott
stated that if the vehicles were under a lift probably about five (5) vehicles. Commissioner Long
asked Mr. Sinnott how many vehicles he typically works on in one (1) day because in Resolution No.
RP2012-02 it stated that the cars were supposed to be stored within the structure. Mr. Sinnott stated
that it depended on the availability of the parts, but normally about five (5) vehicles a day. Chairman
Wilson asked the Commission if they had any other questions for Mr. Sinnott. There were none.
Chairman Wilson asked if there were any other parties wishing to speak.
Debra Turner approached the podium and introduced herself as an involved party of the property
ownership at 203 South Burke. She began by stating that when the Commission first considered
Larry Sinnott’s conditional use permit in 2012 it was brought to their attention that the parking would
be limited. She read aloud paragraph seven (7) from Resolution Number RP2012-02,
“Whereas, because this existing development is classified as non-conforming and existing
site constraints prohibit full compliance with certain regulations, the existing development is
exempt from having to comply with current landscaping and off-street parking regulations.”
Ms. Turner stated how Mr. Sinnott had operated his business for six (6) years and how he was
obviously doing better than his neighbors. She felt that it was very extreme to shut Mr. Sinnott’s
business down. Ms. Turner stated how the closing of the business would not only affected Mr.
Sinnott, but the property owners, the employees, their families and their income. She asked the
Commission to consider all parties involved when they make their decision this evening. She also
thanked the Commission. Chairman Wilson asked Ms. Turner to clarify where she was reading
from. Ms. Turner stated that she was reading from Resolution Number RP2012-02 (Page 1-1); the
section where it classified the structure as non-conforming. She stated that Larry’s Automotive
Repair Service was exempt from having to comply with any off-street parking regulations. Ms.
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Turner stated that she was under the assumption that an addendum was being created, which would
allow the parking of vehicles along Burke Drive during business hours; however she didn’t see that
added to the resolution appropriately. She suggested going back to the original minutes of the 2012
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting to review the minutes. CB informed the Commission that
the approved minutes from the 2012 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting were included in
their agenda packets (Page 1-4 through 1-6) whereas an addendum was not made. He explained how
Resolution Number RP2012-02 was approved as is in 2012 with those conditions whereas nobody
approached the City to make amendments to the resolution, which would have had to come before
the Commission anyway as a separate case. CB explained how Ms. Turner was correct in stating that
the property was exempt from having to comply with the off-street parking regulations. CB used the
overhead projector to display the property’s aerial imagery. He pointed to the property location
explaining how the building took up the entire lot from front to back whereas there was no room to
comply with the off-street parking requirements, which was why they were exempt. However, that
didn’t exempt them from complying with the conditions set forth in the resolution, which was storing
the service vehicles inside the structure. CB pointed out that those were two (2) separate issues; off-
street parking and storing vehicles within the structure. He mentioned how the business was exempt
from the landscaping requirement because there was no place to install it being that it was abutted
against the right-of-way.
Commissioner Kozeliski asked CB if there was a possibility to allow the satellite parking on a vacant
lot as a conditional use for Mr. Sinnott’s business. CB explained how the zoning codes across many
cities strictly states that if it’s not a permitted use it can’t be allowed with a conditional use. CB
reiterated that satellite parking for Larry’s Automotive Repair Service was not permitted and they
can’t allow it. Commissioner Kozeliski commented about how he would hate to see the Commission
close down a business and asked CB if there were any other options to help Mr. Sinnott’s business.
CB stated that he was just presenting the facts of the case because there were violations of the
conditions set forth in the resolution, which was why it was being discussed this evening. CB stated
that if the Commission amended the entire zoning code for one (1) person they would have to do it
for everyone. However CB recommended that the Commission not take that route because it would
cause more issues.
Chairman Wilson clarified how the agreement was actually the conditions set forth on the approved
resolution from 2012, which specifically stated that cars could not be parked on the street and had to
be stored within the structure. CB reassured Chairman Wilson that was correct. Mr. Sinnott made an
unknown comment from the audience. Chairman Wilson asked Mr. Sinnott to approach the podium
and to speak into the microphone. Mr. Sinnott approached the podium and stated how his
automotive repair business was not the only one in town that had vehicles parked on the street. He
claimed that there were also others in town that did it and if the Commission was going to shut his
business down they should do the same to others. Commissioner Pawlowski responded to Mr.
Sinnott’s comment by stating that it didn’t make it right for him or anyone else to break the
regulations. He acknowledged that Mr. Sinnott’s claim may be true, however it wasn’t a justifiable
excuse and just because somebody else did it didn’t mean that it was right. Chairman Wilson stated
that the facts are that the conditional use permit was issued with specific conditions and those
conditions have been violated, which was why the case was brought before the Commission.
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Chairman Wilson asked if anyone wanted to speak in favor of the case.
Shauna and Rudy Piano introduced themselves as the owners of A&J Produce, which was the
neighboring property to Larry’s Automotive Repair Service. Mrs. Piano began by explaining how
they’ve nicely asked Larry’s Automotive Repair Service to not park along Burke Drive in front of
their property. She explained how they installed “No Parking” signs along the frontage of their
property to prevent Mr. Sinnott’s customers from parking there because it was a constant problem
that never got resolved. Mrs. Piano informed the Commission that she brought photographs of the
parking violations that she witnessed.
Mr. Piano requested the Code Enforcement violation photo (Page 1-28) be displayed on the overhead
projector. Mr. Piano stated that the reason he parked his truck there was because he was tired of
other people parking in his parking lot. He mentioned how their business at A&J Produce has
downsized lately, but was still open for business. Mr. Piano continued by stating that his parking lot
was for his customers and not for Mr. Sinnott’s. He stated how he was also tired of the after-hour
parties that took place there all hours of the night where they utilized his parking lot. He spoke about
the complaints he’s received where people thought it was his business having parties when it wasn’t.
There have been numerous occasions where he’s had to clean up beer cans and trash in his parking
lot that was left behind from Mr. Sinnott’s parties. Mr. Piano stated that he has tried to resolve the
issue with Mr. Sinnott, but it doesn’t get anywhere. He’s claimed to have witnessed vehicle
collisions, which was due to the congestion of vehicles parked along both sides of Burke Drive. Mr.
Piano spoke about how he received a call from the City of Gallup last year during the winter when a
snow plow collided with the vehicles parked along Burke Drive. He had to explain that those
vehicles didn’t belong to him, but rather to Mr. Sinnott whereas those vehicles were parked there for
six (6) or seven (7) months. Mr. Piano explained how he was frustrated and wanted the parking of
vehicles along the front of his property to stop.
Mrs. Piano wanted to respond to the comment that Mr. Howes previously made stating that their
A&J Produce truck was parked in the middle of the street. Mrs. Piano stated that the truck is always
parked on their property, which she has pictures to prove. She explained how she also had pictures
that showed Larry’s Automotive Repair Service parking another vehicle half way onto their property
and half way into the street to make room for another vehicle they were working on. Mrs. Piano
gave Chairman Wilson four (4) pictures to see the parking violations she’s witnessed. Chairman
Wilson asked the Commissioners to pass the photos around so they can all view them. Chairman
Wilson stated that the pictures would be numbered and made a part of the record. (Four of Mrs.
Piano’s 4x6 pictures are attached hereto, marked as Exhibit A, B, C & D and made a part of these
official minutes.) Mr. and Mrs. Piano also spoke about how they installed red and white “No
Parking” signs along both sides of Burke Drive in front of their properties. Mrs. Piano used the laser
beam pointer to point to the signs on the overhead projector on a couple of the site photos. Chairman
Wilson asked the Commissioners if they had any questions for the Pianos. There were none.
Chairman Wilson asked if there were any other interested parties wising to speak.
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Marie Hiskey approached the podium and introduced herself. She began by stating that she was a
neighboring resident who was also a volunteer fire fighter. She acknowledged how terrible the
traffic had become in the area and wondered how the emergency vehicles would be able to get access
through there. Ms. Hiskey stated that she understood both parties, but they really needed help in
resolving the parking issues. She explained how she’s lived by A&J Produce for forty-nine (49)
years and how much she loved the area. Ms. Hiskey wished there was a better route for people to go
through there every day. She thanked the Commission for listening to her concerns. Chairman
Wilson asked the Commissioners if they had any questions for Ms. Hiskey. There were none.
Chairman Wilson asked CB for clarification as to why Resolution Number RP2012-02 did not allow
parking of vehicles waiting for service along Burke Drive. CB explained how they didn’t want to
obstruct the traffic flow on that section of Burke Drive and it was a safety issue as well. CB
explained how the on-street parking was for everybody and how that on-street parking can’t be
dedicated to one (1) business. It’s unlawful, which is why the code requires off-street parking for a
business.
Chairman Wilson stated that the hearing was closed.
Motion to approve or deny the request for Case Number 2018-01100001. Commissioner Dooley
motioned for approval of Item One to revoke the conditional use permit for Larry’s Automotive
Repair Service at 203 Burke Drive. Seconded by Commissioner Pawlowski. Motion Carried.
Chairman Wilson opened the floor for discussion.
Commissioner Dooley commented that it was a difficult decision to make. She stated that she was
happy that the business had grown, but sometimes when businesses grow they need to make
accommodations for their employees and customers. Businesses also need to take into account the
safety of the community. Commissioner Dooley stated that it was difficult to present her motion, but
felt she had to do so.
Commissioner Pawlowski stated that he believed strongly in the art of negotiation and compromise.
However there are certain things that people just can’t do; they can’t have vehicles parked on both
sides of the street like that. He spoke about similar parking issues at the public stadium during a
football game or similar event where there’s no access for emergency vehicles. Commissioner
Pawlowski thought it would be a good idea to allow parking on the east side of Burke Drive, but to
set time limits. He suggested that the Commission consider that as an alternative for the business.
Chairman Wilson stated that once a successful business reaches a certain point they have to make a
decision that will satisfy their customers, employees and other affected parties.
Upon roll call, the following votes were:
Commissioner J. Dooley (Yes)
Commissioner F. Pawlowski (No)
Commissioner F. Kozeliski (Yes)
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Commissioner M. Long (Yes)
Chairman Wilson stated that the conditional use permit has been revoked. He reminded the business
and property owners that they have a ten (10) day appeal period. If that’s the path they would like to
take they can contact the City Clerk’s office for more information.
ITEM TWO: CASE # 18-01000002: Request by Mike Tiley, on behalf of D.E. & Doris Jenkins
Revocable Trust and Haven Tiley, property owners, for the City of Gallup to vacate a portion of a
twelve foot (12’) public utility easement (P.U.E.) along the southern property boundary line of the lot
in order to bring the existing structures into compliance. The property is located at 411 Bortot Drive;
more particularly described as Lot 6, Block 4, Bortot Subdivision. This item will go before the City
Council for final approval at its regular meeting to be held on October 23rd, 2018.
CB began by displaying the property’s location using the overhead projector. He pointed to the
southern property boundary line at 411 Bortot Drive, which was where the public utility easement
vacation was being requested. CB noted how there were existing structures built on top of the public
utility easement. He displayed the property’s survey using the overhead projector and pointed to
where the twelve foot (12’) public utility easement was located. CB explained how no utilities were
ever placed within the easement whereas it was an open easement. If there were any utilities, CB
assumed that it would be mainly electric because the water and sewer are located within the street
right-of-way. CB went on to state how the property owners wanted to add an addition to the existing
building, however the existing encroachment prohibited that. And being that the easement was not
needed or being used the applicant petitioned the City to vacate. CB explained how the vacation
request went through the Gallup Task Force review process whereas no City department had an issue
with the vacation. There are no immediate or future plans to locate any utilities within the said
easement. CB stated that he supported the applicant’s request to vacate the public utility easement
and based on the Planning and Zoning Commission’s recommendation this evening the vacation
would be presented to City Council on October 23, 2018 for final approval.
Chairman Wilson asked the Commissioners if they had any questions for staff.
Commissioner Long requested the GIS map be displayed on the overhead projector to see where the
utility lines were located. Ms. Lee informed the Commission that the GIS map was currently
unavailable. Commissioner Long wanted to know if there were any overhead electrical lines for that
property. CB stated that there were overhead electrical lines that serviced the property; however, the
vacation of the easement would not impact existing utilities. There was a brief discussion between
staff and Commissioners regarding the other public utility easements located in the alley and
neighboring property. CB spoke about how it was a standard procedure to dedicate easements when
creating a subdivision just in case it’s needed in the future.
Chairman Wilson was curious as to why a building permit for a structure was approved when it
would be ultimately allowing an encroachment. CB stated that he was unsure as to how and why that
happened, but today it wouldn’t be approved or allowed.
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Commissioner Kozeliski asked CB if he knew when the property was surveyed or platted. CB
explained that the property was a part of the Bortot Subdivision and estimated that it was created
around the 1960’s. However, he didn’t have an exact date and would have to do some additional
research to find out.
Commissioner Dooley asked CB if the City utilities included or were dependent on where the gas
lines were located. CB informed Commissioner Dooley that the gas lines were done by the New
Mexico Gas Company. However, they do work together to co-locate within the same trenches so
there aren’t so many easements. Ultimately it is the New Mexico Gas Company who determines
where their gas lines get installed.
Chairman Wilson asked if there was anyone wishing to speak in favor of this case. There were none.
Chairman Wilson asked if there was anyone wishing to speak against this case. There were none.
Chairman Wilson asked if there were any other parties wishing to speak on this case. There were
none.
Chairman Wilson stated that the hearing was closed.
Motion to approve or deny the request for Case Number 2018-01000002. Commissioner Dooley
motioned for approval of Item Two. Seconded by Commissioner Kozeliski. Motion Carried.
Upon roll call, the following votes were:
Commissioner J. Dooley (Yes)
Commissioner F. Kozeliski (Yes)
Commissioner F. Pawlowski (Yes)
Commissioner M. Long (Yes)
Chairman Wilson wanted to point out that there were three (3) entities that failed to comment during
the Gallup Task Force review, which was CenturyLink, New Mexico Gas Company and Comcast.
He thanked the City departments for doing their part and submitting their comments by the deadline.
CB notified the applicant to be present at the City Council meeting on October 23, 2018 at 6 p.m. for
the vacation’s final approval.
ITEM THREE: Resolution RP2018-09; Amending the City of Gallup Official Zoning Map to
correspond with the new City of Gallup Land Development Standards adopted by City Council on
August 28, 2018. This item will go before the City Council for final approval at its regular meeting
to be held on October 23rd, 2018.
CB began by explaining how the City of Gallup recently adopted the new zoning code (Land
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Development Standards). With that update there were new zoning districts adopted which replace
the old zoning districts and the number of zoning districts were also reduced from twenty-three (23)
to thirteen (13). The new zoning code needs to match up with the official zoning map in order to
have the correct designations. CB stated that with the adoption of the new official zoning map
they’re not changing any uses or creating any non-conformities; just changing the designations of the
zoning districts to match the new code. Generally the Planning and Zoning Commission has the
authority to approve zone changes on tracts of land or subdivisions, but when it’s a comprehensive
change to the entire zoning map City Council has to make the final approval. The Planning and
Zoning Commission’s recommendation will go to City Council on October 23, 2018.
Ms. Lee used the overhead projector to display the old official zoning map (Page 3-3) and the new
official zoning map (Page 3-1).
CB referred to the new official zoning map and pointed to the Rio Puerco Wash Subdivision where
the dam was located near Second Street. CB explained that when the subdivision was replatted,
Tract 1 was created with the wrong zoning designation. On the recorded plat it shows two (2)
different zoning designations for the same tract; Single Family Residential (RS3) and Heavy
Commercial (C-3A). CB stated that to correct the error they’re going to rezone Tract 1 to the Rural
Holding Zone District (RHZ) being that nothing will ever be developed there since it’s a drainage
way.
Commissioner Long asked CB if the tract he was referring to belonged to the City of Gallup. CB
stated yes it was the City of Gallup’s property. Commissioner Long asked CB if the Rural Holding
Zone District (RHZ) would be the easiest designation to do a zone change from. CB stated yes,
however it would never be used for anything other than drainage whereas it will be never be
developed.
There was a brief discussion between staff and Commissioners regarding the possibility of future
development along Second Street near the City Bus Stop next to Rocket Café.
Chairman Wilson clarified that the reason for the rezone was to correct a clerical error that was done
when the subdivision was last platted. CB stated that was correct. CB also pointed out that it was
the only rezone they were doing with the adoption of the new official zoning map; the rest of the map
was just changing zoning designations to match the new code.
Commissioner Long asked CB if he had seen any other areas that he would suggest correcting the
zoning designations for. CB stated that with this evenings action they’re unable to do any other zone
changes because they can’t change without the property owner’s consent. Another thing to consider
is that it might create non-conformities to existing uses, which they don’t want to do. Commissioner
Long stated that he just wanted to see if there was anything else they could do for zoning that would
work better for the City, but he understood what CB was saying. CB explained how he did go
through the zoning map for the multi-family districts where he had to assign low, medium and high
densities.
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Rick Padilla, GIS Coordinator introduced himself and explained how he has been working with the
Planning and Development Department to update the new official zoning map. He spoke about how
the GIS Department maintains a PDF map as well as an online web map, which are both accessible
by the public. Mr. Padilla used the overhead projector to demonstrate the different ways to access
the maps on the City of Gallup website. He showed the Commission how to use the online tools
such as the zoom and measuring tools. He also clicked on parcels to demonstrate how information
dialogue boxes pop up, which contain zoning documents (if available), Subdivision names and plats
(if available) and a link to the McKinley County Assessor’s website. Mr. Padilla spoke about how he
works with all the City departments to develop and build informative maps. Their goal is to provide
the City and the public with helpful resources and accurate information.
The Commission was impressed on how much information the web maps provided and commended
the GIS Department for their hard work.
Chairman Wilson stated that the hearing was closed.
Motion to approve or deny the amendment of the City of Gallup Official Zoning Map.
Commissioner Kozeliski motioned for approval of Item Three. Seconded by Commissioner
Pawlowski. Motion Carried.
Upon roll call, the following votes were:
Commissioner F. Kozeliski (Yes)
Commissioner F. Pawlowski (Yes)
Commissioner J. Dooley (Yes)
Commissioner M. Long (Yes)
INFORMATION ITEMS
ITEM FOUR: City Council Actions Taken
ITEM FIVE: August & September 2018 Building Permit Activity Report
Motion was made by Commissioner Pawlowski to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Commissioner
Kozeliski. Motion Carried.
Commission Adjourned at 7:11 p.m.
There was a discussion after the meeting adjourned between the Commissioners regarding the difficulty
of making the decision to revoke the conditional use permit for Larry’s Automotive Repair Service.
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
October 10th, 2018
Page 11 of 12
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
KENT WILSON, CHAIRMAN
ATTEST:
CLYDE (C.B.) STRAIN
SECRETARY TO PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
October 10th, 2018
Page 12 of 12
EXHIBIT A
EXHIBIT B
EXHIBIT C
EXHIBIT D
Request by Patricia L. Olson, property owner, for a Conditional Use Permit to allow
for a short-term rental as an accessory use to the Single Family Residential- A
Zoning District (SFR-A).
The property is located at 606 E. Green Avenue; more particularly described as Lot
8, W ½ of Lot 9, Block 7, Cottage Heights Addition.
AERIAL IMAGERY
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Request by Patricia L. Olson, property owner,
for a Conditional Use Permit to allow for a short-term rental as an
accessory use to the Single Family Residential- A Zoning District (SFR-A).
The property is located at 606 E. Green Avenue; more particularly described as Lot
8, W ½ of Lot 9, Block 7, Cottage Heights Addition.
SITE PHOTOS
October 17, 2018
MEMORANDUIVI
TO: GALLUP TASK FORCE fGTF)
> C.B. Strain, Community Planner
> Stan Henderson, Executive Director, Public Works Division
> Mike DeCierq, WaterAA/aste Water Assistant Superintendent
> Marita Joe, Electrical Engineer Tech II
> Adrian Marrufo, Solid Waste Superintendent
> Jake LaCroix, GFD, Fire inspector
> Dianne Willato, CenturyLInk Engineer
> Irma Bustamante, NM Gas Co. Distribution Superintendent
> John Ortiz, Comcast Superintendent
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FROM: /m/
Roman J. Herrera, Development Review Coordinator
cc: Dennis Romero, GWWD Executive Director
Eric Babcock, Acting Electric Director
CASE#: 18-00700004
PROJECT NAME: Conditional Use Permit - Short Term Rental
PROPERTY OWNER: Patricia L. Oison
PROJECT LOCATION: 606 East Green Avenue
DESCRIPTION: Conditional Use Permit; Short Term Rental: The property owner is requesting
a conditional use permit (CUP) to allow a temporary lodger in her home at the project location.
The owners request will be presented to the Planning & Zoning Commission for consideration,
any conditions for approval should be included in Staff recommendation to the Commission.
ELECTRONIC COMMENTS ARE DUE BY: 24 OCTOBER 2018
NO TASK FORCE MEETING HAS BEEN SCHEDULED
COMMUNITY PLANNER COMMENTS:
PI.) Short term rentals are permitted as an accessory conditional use to a single
family dwelling.
P2.) Short term rental use shall comply with all Use Specific Standards for Short
Term Rentals as listed in Section 10-3-C-g-iii of the City of Gallup Land
Development Standards.
P3.) Ok to proceed to public hearing.
CITY ENGINEER COMMENTS: Public Works/Engineering has no
Comments/Issues with Subject CUP.
WATER DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: No comments
WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT COMMENTS; No comments
ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: No issues with CUP rental.
FIRE DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: No Issues with the CUP.
SOUD WASTE COMMENTS: No Issues with CUP rental.
CENTURYUNK COMMENTS: No comments were submitted.
NM GAS COMPANY COMMENTS: No comments were submitted.
COMCAST COMMENTS: No comments were submitted.
GTF Comments -Case# PROJ: Pzpdes
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Request by Patricia L. Olson, property owner, for a Conditional Use Permit to allow
for a short-term rental as an accessory use to the Single Family Residential- A Zoning
District (SFR-A). The property is located at 606 E. Green Avenue; more particularly
described as Lot 8, W ½ of Lot 9, Block 7, Cottage Heights Addition.
AREA MAP
Request by Patricia L. Olson, property owner, for a Conditional Use Permit to allow for a short-
term rental as an accessory use to the Single Family Residential- A Zoning District (SFR-A).
The property is located at 606 E. Green Avenue; more particularly described as Lot 8, W ½ of
Lot 9, Block 7, Cottage Heights Addition.
PROPERTY MAP
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Request by Patricia L. Olson, property owner, for a Conditional Use Permit to allow for a
short-term rental as an accessory use to the Single Family Residential- A Zoning District
(SFR-A). The property is located at 606 E. Green Avenue; more particularly described
as Lot 8, W ½ of Lot 9, Block 7, Cottage Heights Addition.
ADDRESS LIST
1. PATRICIA LYNN OLSON R207998
606 E. GREEN AVE.
GALLUP, NM 87301 6. CHARLES D. & LINDA S. BYRD,
LOT 8, W ½ OF LOT 9, BLOCK REV. TRUST
7, COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN. P.O. BOX 1010
R003913 GALLUP, NM 87305-1010
N. 92’ OF LOTS 1 THRU 3,
2. JAMES B. CAMMON & BLOCK 7, COTTAGE HEIGHTS
EMILY ELLISON ADDN.
605 E. LOGAN AVE. R010006
GALLUP, NM 87301
LOTS 20 THRU 23, BLOCK 7, 7. JEREMIAS A. BOUCHER
COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN. 602 E. GREEN AVE.
R207844 GALLUP, NM 87301
LOTS 4 & 5, BLOCK 7,
3. CECILIA D. SANDOVAL & COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN.
JOSEPH G. ESPARZA & R024791
ANNETTE ESPARZA-HILL,
CO-TRUSTEES 8. DAVID B. TIBBS
609 S. GRANDVIEW DR. 604 E. GREEN AVE.
GALLUP, NM 87301 GALLUP, NM 87301
S ½ OF LOTS 17, 18 & 19, LOTS 6 & 7, BLOCK 7,
BLOCK 7, COTTAGE HEIGHTS COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN.
ADDN. R020257
R032662
9. SHIRLEY A. BAKER & LISA
4. KATHERINE BORBON CAVIGGIA, CO-TRUSTEES
607 S. GRANDVIEW AVE. 601 E. GREEN AVE.
GALLUP, NM 87301 GALLUP, NM 87301
N ½ OF LOTS 17 THRU 19, LOTS 17 & 18, BLOCK 8,
BLOCK 7 COTTAGE HEIGHTS COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN.
ADDN. R001708
R026506
10. EMILY H. & JOSEPH W. NIETO
5. DEENISE J. BECENTI 603 E. GREEN AVE.
1916 MOUNTAIN VIEW DR. GALLUP, NM 87301
GALLUP, NM 87301 LOTS 19 & 20, BLOCK 8,
S. 50’ OF LOTS 1 THRU 3, COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN.
BLOCK 7, COTTAGE HEIGHTS R021474
ADDN.
11. JAMES RICHARD MALONE R019488
P.O. BOX 2545
GALLUP, NM 87305-2545 17. RYAN DASHNER
LOT 21A, REPLAT NO. 2 OF 608 E. GREEN AVE.
LOT 22A, BLOCK 8, COTTAGE GALLUP, NM 87301
HEIGHTS ADDN. E ½ OF LOT 9, LOT 10, BLOCK
R630128 7, COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN.
R212773
12. CHRISTOPHER B. & SARAH P.
MORTENSEN 18. SUSAN R. WARREN & MARK S.
P.O. BOX 2229 ELLIOTT
GALLUP, NM 87305-2229 2418 E. HWY 66 PMB 549
LOT 23A, REPLAT NO. 2 OF GALLUP, NM 87301
LOT 22A, BLOCK 8, COTTAGE LOTS 11 & 12, BLOCK 7,
HEIGHTS ADDN. COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN.
R301312 R131407
13. WILLIAM C. & MARGARET M. 19. BODENHAUSEN HOUSE, LLC
MANDRIL 600 S. COUNTRY CLUB DR.
1009 SUSAN AVE. GALLUP, NM 87301
GALLUP, NM 87301 LOT 13, N. 71’ OF LOTS 14
LOTS 25 & 26, BLOCK 8, THRU 16, BLOCK 7, COTTAGE
COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN. HEIGHTS ADDN.
R204293 R205511
14. ROBERT R. & KOLENE L. 20. JANIE L. HALL
REYNOLDS 604 S. COUNTRY CLUB DR.
611 E. GREEN AVE. GALLUP, NM 87301
GALLUP, NM 87301 S. 71’ OF LOTS 14 THRU 16,
LOTS 27 & 28, BLOCK 8, BLOCK 7, COTTAGE HEIGHTS
COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN. ADDN.
R206799 R014052
15. CARL S. GRANFORS, 21. HAROLD S. & AMY C.
REV. TRUST HALLIDAY
613 E. GREEN AVE. 610 COUNTRY CLUB DR.
GALLUP, NM 87301 GALLUP, NM 87301
LOTS 29 & 30, BLOCK 8, LOTS 30, 31, & 32, BLOCK 7,
COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN. COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN.
R035920 R024996
16. JOHN E. & LILIANA A. 22. HALLEY WHEELESS
RATMEYER, TRUSTEES 700 HOLLY AVE.
508 S. COUNTRY CLUB DR. WORLAND, WY 82401-3940
GALLUP, NM 87301 LOTS 28 & 29, BLOCK 7,
LOTS 31 & 32, BLOCK 8, COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN.
COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN. R000426
23. NEWSOM RENTALS, LLC
P.O. BOX 2413
GALLUP, NM 87305-2413
LOTS 26 & 27, BLOCK 7,
COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN.
R207958
24. ROBERTO E. SANDOVAL
P.O. BOX 2481
GALLUP, NM 87305-2481
LOTS 24 & 25, BLOCK 7,
COTTAGE HEIGHTS ADDN.
R005932
Summary of City Council Actions
October 2018
October 23rd, 2018:
Case # 18-01000002: Request by Mike Tiley, on behalf of D.E. & Doris Jenkins
Revocable Trust and Haven Tiley, property owners, for the City of Gallup to vacate a
portion of a twelve foot (12’) public utility easement (P.U.E.) along the southern property
boundary line of the lot in order to bring the existing structures into compliance. The
property is located at 411 Bortot Drive; more particularly described as Lot 6, Block 4,
Bortot Subdivision.
City Council approved the vacation request- Ordinance No. S2018-3
Resolution R2018-30; Amending the City of Gallup Official Zoning Map to correspond
with the new City of Gallup Land Development Standards adopted by City Council on
August 28, 2018.
City Council approved- Resolution No. R2018-30
CITY OF GALLUP
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
110W. AZTEC AVENUE
GALLUP, NM 87301
505.863.1240
MONTHLY COMPILATION OF PERMITS ISSUED
CITYORCOUNTY: MAILINGADDRESS:
GALLUP, McKINLEY COUTNY, NM P.O. BOX 1270 GALLUP, NM 87305
MONTH OF: OCTOBER YEAR TO DATE: 2018
NUMBER OF NUMBER OF
VALUATION VALUATION
DESCRIPTION PERMITS PERMITS -
NEW SINGLE FAMILY DWELLINGS 0 $ - 4 $ 657,500.00
RESIDENTIAL ADDITIONS / ALTERATIONS 3 $ 17,000.00 26 $ 409,450.00
RESIDENTIAL STORAGE SHED 0 $ - 3 $ 27,400.00
RESIDENTIAL GARAGES & CARPORTS 0 $ - 3 $ 23,059.00
RESIDENTIAL SITE PERMITS 0 $ - 0 $ -
NEW COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS 0 $ - 5 $ 977,059.00
COMMERCIALADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS 2 $ 25,675.00 28 $ 2,820,610.00
COMMERCIALSTORAGESHED 1 $ 5,500.00 1 $ 5,500.00
COMMERCIAL GARAGES & CARPORTS 0 $ - 0 $ -
COMMERCIAL SITE PERMITS 0 $ - 0 $ -
NEW CHURCHES 0 $ - 0 $ -
CHURCH ADDITIONS / ALTERATIONS 1 $ 20,000.00 2 $ 60,000.00
RE-STUCCO/SIDING/DECKS 2 $ 8,500.00 12 $ 53,000.00
NEWASPHALT/ASPHALTOVERLAY/SEALCOAT 0 $ - 11 $ 142,211.00
EXCAVATION / GRADING 0 $ - 1 $ 350,000.00
NEW APARTMENTS
0
$ - 0 $_______________
APARTMENTADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS 0 $ - 0 $ -
HOTELS / MOTELS 0 $ - 0 $ -
ROOF REPAIR 12 $ 106,341.00 115 $ 932,672.00
DEMOLITION 0 $ - 14 $ 115,700.00
FENCE / RETAINING WALL 0 $ - 24 $ 90,661.00
FOUNDATION ONLY CHARGE
- 1 $ 118,020.00 4 $ 241,696.00
FOUNDATION ONLY NO CHARGE
-
0 $ - 0 $ -
SWIMMING POOLS 0 $ - 0 $ -
DECK 0 $ - 0 $ -
TOTAL PERMITS & VALUATION 22 $ 301,036.00 253 $ 6,906,518.00
TOTAL PERMIT FEES $ 3,950.50 $ 73,188.39
CITY OF GALLUP
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
MONTHLY COMPILATION OF PERMITS ISSUED
OCTOBER 2018
DATE PERMIT PERMIT PERMIT
OWNER/BUSINES CONTRACTOR SITEADDRESS VALUATION
ISSUED NO. TYPE FEES
RES. MINOR
10/1/18 18-261 IRENE FERRARI HOMEOWNER 1606S. GRANOVIEW DR. $ 93.30 $ 3,000.00
ALTERATION
10/2/18 18-263 MICHAEL ESCAMILLA HOMEOWNER 710 COUNTRY CLUB OR. STUCCO $ 87.00 $ 5,000.00
10/2/18 18-267 ORLEANS MANOR BOLIN ENTERPRISES 900 BOARDMAN DR. FOUNDATION $ 1,260.50 $ 118,020.00
DIAl RESIDENTIAL RESIDENTIAL
10/3/18 18-268 FRED VINSON
CONSTRUCTION
506W. WILSON AVE. $ 132.00 $ 10,000.00
RE-ROOF
RESIDENTIAL
10/3/18 18-272 T.C.B. FAMILY TRUST FUHS CONSTRUCTION 3701 CINIZA DR.
RE-ROOF
$ 96.00 $ 5,100.00
COMMERCIAL
10/4/18 18-270 ISIDRO CHAVEZ GALLUP FENCE CO. 407 N. 3RD ST. $ 88.00 $ 4,000.00
RE-ROOF
RESIDENTIAL
10/5/18 18-277 CLAUDIA S. KIGER DOMINGUEZ CONSTRUCTION 608-B N. STRONG DR. $ 78.00 $ 3,S95.00
RE-ROOF
RESIDENTIAL
10/5/18 18-278 TOMMY GONZALES JR. DOMINGUEZ CONSTRUCTION 804 E. AZTECAVE.
RE-ROOF
$ 87.00 $ 4,596.00
DIAZ RESIDENTIAL RESIDENTIAL
10/8/18 18-276 DONNA SILVA
CONSTRUCTION
1709 CALLE PINON $ 105.00 $ 6,850.00
RE-ROOF
RESIDENTIAL
10/10/18 18-265 DOUGLAS FELLEY GALLUP ROOFING, INC. 812 E. HILLAVE. $ 132.00 $ 9,350.00
RE-ROOF
RESIDENTIAL
10/10/18 18-266 ADAM BERRY GALLUP ROOFING, INC. 3710 CINIZA DR. $ 132.00 $ 9,150.00
RE-ROOF
JERRY ORR & RES. MINOR
10/10/18 18-281
JIMMY GONZALES
TERAN BUILDERS, LLC 501 CACTUS RD.
ALTERATION
$ 105.00 $ 6,500.00
COMMERCIAL
10/11/18 18-271 SUPER SERVICES, INC. OWNER 2772 E. HIGHWAY 66
STORAGE SHED
$ 166.75 $ 5,500.00
COMMERCIAL
10/16/18 18-55 MICHAEL TILEY H.T. ENTERPRISES 411 BORTOT DR. $ 220.30 $ 10,675.00
ADDITION
RESIDENTIAL
10/17/18 18-285 LIAM MURPHY CAMBIUM CARPENTRY, LLC 1607 HELENA DR. $ 186.00 $ 15,500.00
RE-ROOF
CHURCH
10/2S/18 18-291 ST. JOHN VIANNEY MAClAS BUILDERS 3408 ZIA DR. $ - $ 20,000.00
ALTERATION
RESIDENTIAL
10/26/18 18-290 CALEB KAUFMAN TERAN BUILDERS, LLC 1308 RED ROCK DR. $ 52.00 $ 1,600.00
RE-ROOF
ADRIANNATRUJILLO RESIDENTIAL
10/26/lB $ $
-
18-296 HOMEOWNER 1702 HELEN DR. 267.00 25,000.00
NICHOLSON RE-ROOF
RESIDENTIAL
10/29/lB 18-293 BREANA KESNER HOMEOWNER 1715 PLACIDA DR.
ALTERATION
$ 158.55 $ 7,500.00
10/30/18 18-297 MARC & TINA LUJAN lOG BUILDERS, LLC 947 HENRIETTA OR., APTA STUCCO $ 78.00 $ 3,500.00
COMMERCIAL
10/30/18 18-298 SEA WALKER, LLC LIONS CONSTRUCTION 1121 Us HIGHWAY 491 $ 276.10 $ 15,000.00
ALTERATION
DIAZ RESIDENTIAL RESIDENTIAL
10/31/18 18-299 JAMES MCALARY
CONSTRUCTION
1606 RED ROCK DR. $ 150.00 $ 11,600.00
RE-ROOF
TOTALS: $ 3,9S0.S0 $ ni fl2 fin
3 RESIDENTIAL ADDITIONS / ALTERATIONS
2 COMMERCIAL ADDITIONS! ALTERATIONS
1 COMMERCIAL STORAGE SHED
1 CHURCH ADDITIONS / ALTERATIONS
2 RE-STUCCO / SIDING! DECKS
12 ROOF REPAIR
1 FOUNDATION ONLY - CHARGE
22 TOTAL PERMITS
P.O. BOX 1270 GALLUP, NM 87305
PHONE: 505863.1240
FAX: 505722.5131
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