Planning Commission

Morgantown Planning Commission REGULAR MEETING PACKET Thursday, March 11, 2021 6:30 p.m. By Electronic Means Planning Commissioners: Peter DeMasters, 6th Ward President Carol Pyles, 7th Ward Vice-President Sam Loretta, 1st Ward Tim Stranko, 2nd Ward William Blosser, 3rd Ward Bill Petros, 4th Ward Michael Shuman, 5th Ward AJ Hammond, Admin. Ronald Dulaney, City Councilor Development Services Department John Whitmore, AICP, Interim Director PC Meeting Page 1 of 47 March 11, 2021  Planning Commission Electronic Means Meeting Announcement Confirming Member Access: As a preliminary matter, this is Morgantown Planning Commission President Peter DeMasters. Permit me to confirm that all Planning Commissioners and persons anticipated on the agenda are present and can hear me. • Planning Commissioners, when I call your name, please respond in the affirmative. State each members’ name: - Vice-President Carol Pyles - Commissioner Bill Petros - Commissioner Sam Loretta - Commissioner Michael Shuman - Commissioner Tim Stranko - Council Member Ronald Dulaney - Commissioner William Blosser - Commissioner AJ Hammond • Staff, when I call your name, please respond in the affirmative. State each staff members’ name: - Chris Fletcher, Director of Development Services Introduction to Electronic Means Meeting: Good Evening. This meeting of the Morgantown Planning Commission is being conducted by electronic means consistent with the West Virginia Open Governmental Proceedings Act and the guidance of the West Virginia Ethics Commission due to the current State of Emergency given the outbreak of COVID-19. In order to mitigate the transmission of the virus and reduce risk of COVID-19 illness, we have been advised and directed to suspend public gatherings. In keeping with that direction, and the authority provided by the Open Governmental Proceedings Act and the Ethics Commission guidance allowing the conduct of public meetings by electronic means so long as the public is able to observe the meeting, this meeting is being conducted by remote electronic participation and in-person attendance by the public is not permitted. This meeting will include a public comment portion concerning matters not on the agenda and public hearings for each of the cases listing on this evening’s agenda. Members of the public will be permitted to comment during these portions by submitting comments in writing or by speaking during their designated time, if they have signed up to do so prior to the start of the meeting. Even if members of the public do not provide comment, participants are advised that people may be listening who do not provide comment, and those persons are not required to identify themselves. For this meeting, the Planning Commission is convening by Cisco Webex video and telephone conference as posted on the City’s Website identifying how the public may join. Please note that this meeting is being recorded, and that some attendees are participating by video conference. PC Meeting Page 2 of 47 March 11, 2021  Planning Commission Electronic Means Meeting Announcement Accordingly, please be aware that other people may be able to see you and your video feed, and that you take care not to “screen share” your computer. Anything that you broadcast may be captured by the recording. All supporting materials that have been provided members of this body are available on the City’s website with the Planning Commission meeting packet unless otherwise noted. The public is encouraged to follow along using the posted agenda. Meeting Business Ground Rules Before we turn to the first item on the agenda, permit me to cover some ground rules for effective and clear conduct of our business and to ensure accurate meeting minutes. • Please remember to mute your phone or computer when you are not speaking. • Please remember to wait to be recognized by the President before speaking and to speak clearly and in a way that helps generate accurate minutes. • For any response, please wait until the President yields the floor to you and state your name before speaking. • If Planning Commissioners wish to engage in colloquy with other members, please do so through the President, taking care to identify yourself. The Planning Commission conducts business in the following order: (1) There will be a general public comment portion when anyone who wishes to address the Planning Commission may do so, but only on matters that are not on the agenda. I will first read, or have read, all written comments submitted, and will then review the list of public commenters who have signed up by the meeting start time. Once I have a list of all public commentators, I will call on each by name. All speakers will be limited to five (5) minutes. If members of the Planning Commission have any questions of the speaker, that time will not be counted toward the speaker’s five (5) minutes. Public speakers must state their name and address for the record. Speakers are notified that irrelevant comments or comments of a personal nature or personal attacks may result in the speaker forfeiting their opportunity to participate in the general public comment portion. (2) We review, amend, and approve minutes of the previous meeting. (3) We consider any Unfinished Business from previous meetings. (4) We move on to New Business items. First, we introduce the item and the Planning Division representative presents the Staff Report. (5) Next, we ask the petitioner to make a presentation. Planning Commissioners may ask the petitioner questions at that time. To ensure an accurate record and to aid the preparation of meeting minutes, presenters and Planning Commissioners must first be recognized by the President and state your name before proceeding. PC Meeting Page 3 of 47 March 11, 2021  Planning Commission Electronic Means Meeting Announcement (6) I will then open a Public Hearing to hear testimony in support of, or in opposition to, the request. Rules regarding public testimony are as follows: (a) I will first read, or have read, all written comments submitted, and will then review the list of public commenters who have signed up by the meeting start time. (b) Once I have a list of all public commentators, I will call on each by name. All speakers will be limited to five (5) minutes. If members of the Planning Commission have any questions of the speaker, that time will not be counted toward the speaker’s five (5) minutes. (c) Public speakers must state their name and address for the record. All comments must be addressed to the Commission. Speakers are notified that irrelevant comments or comments of a personal nature or personal attacks may result in the speaker forfeiting their opportunity to participate in the public hearing. (d) If there is a large number of speakers, including many who are part of groups or organizations, I may, to avoid repetitive comments, elect to ask for a representative to speak on behalf of the group or organization. (e) I may elect to recognize the applicant/agent at the end of the public hearing to provide rebuttal or additional comments, which will be limited to five (5) minutes. If members of the Commission have any questions of the applicant/agent, that time will not be counted toward the applicant’s/agent’s five (5) minutes. (7) After all testimony is heard, I will declare the Public Hearing closed and no further public comment will be permitted. At that time, no one in the audience may speak again unless a Planning Commissioner asks a question. If someone is asked a question, they must first be recognized by the President and identify themselves once again before answering. (8) Next, the Planning Commission will discuss and take action on the application. (9) Because this public meeting is being conducted by remote electronic participation and to ensure accurate meeting minutes each vote taken during this meeting will be conducted by roll call vote. (10) Uncivil, unruly, and/or disruptive behavior at any time during this meeting is prohibited and will result in removal from this public meeting. Thank you for your consideration and respect for these proceedings and the opinions of all meeting participants. PC Meeting Page 4 of 47 March 11, 2021  Intentional Blank Page PC Meeting Page 5 of 47 March 11, 2021  MORGANTOWN PLANNING COMMISSION March 11, 2021 6:30 p.m. By Electronic Means President: City buildings remain partially closed to the public to protect public health during the Peter DeMasters, 6th Ward COVID-19 pandemic. Personal attendance at this meeting will not be permitted. The public may participate in the public portions through the following Cisco WebEx Vice-President: videoconference access methods: Carol Pyles, 7th Ward Meeting Link: https://cityofmorgantown.my.webex.com/meet/cityofmorgantown Planning Commissioners: Sam Loretta, 1st Ward Meeting Number: 793 734 477 Tim Stranko, 2nd Ward Phone: 415-655-0001 William Blosser, 3rd Ward Access Code: 793 734 477 th Bill Petros, 4 Ward All members of the public may view the meeting on Channel 15 and by streaming Michael Shuman, 5th Ward hosted on the City’s website at www.morgantownwv.gov. If you do not wish to speak Ronald Dulaney, City Council at the meeting, please view it by these methods to conserve capacity on the AJ Hammond, City Admin. videoconference. Any person wishing to speak at the meeting may sign up by completing the form available at: http://bit.ly/MPC031121. Another option to speak during a public comment portion is by providing their name, phone number they will use to participate, and the specific Case Number and/or General Public Comments listed on the Planning Commission’s agenda on which they would like to speak by texting or calling 304-906- 7843. You may sign up to speak at any time until the meeting begins. Additionally, If you need an the public may submit written comments for the public hearing portions of the meeting accommodation, by sending an email to the Development Services Department at please contact bmcdonald@morgantownwv.gov. In the email, please use the subject line "Public 304-284-7431 or Comment PC 03/11/2021" and indicate in the body of the email the specific Case TDD 304-284-7512 Number you wish to address and if you would like your comment to be read aloud during the public hearing portion for that case. AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL II. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENTS – concerning matters not on the agenda. Development Services III. MATTERS OF BUSINESS John Whitmore, AICP Interim Director A. Approval of the February 11, 2021 meeting minutes. IV. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 304.284.7431 V. NEW BUSINESS: A. RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue: Administrative request for a Zoning Map Amendment to classify Tax District 5, Tax Map 4, Parcel 8.2 as B-5, Shopping Center District upon annexation. Page 1 of 2 PC Meeting Page 6 of 47 March 11, 2021  MORGANTOWN PLANNING COMMISSION March 11, 2021 6:30 p.m. By Electronic Means President: B. MNS21-04 / Walker / 517 Melrose Street: Request by James Walker for Peter DeMasters, 6th Ward minor subdivision approval of property located at 517 Melrose Street. Tax District 12, Tax Map 14, Parcel 131; R-1A, Single-Family Residential Vice-President: District. Carol Pyles, 7th Ward VII. OTHER BUSINESS Planning Commissioners: A. Committee Reports Sam Loretta, 1st Ward Tim Stranko, 2nd Ward • Traffic Commission William Blosser, 3rd Ward • Other Committees th Bill Petros, 4 Ward B. Staff Comments Michael Shuman, 5th Ward Ronald Dulaney, City Council VIII. FOR THE GOOD OF THE COMMISSION AJ Hammond, City Admin. IX. ADJOURNMENT If you need an accommodation, please contact 304-284-7431 or TDD 304-284-7512 Development Services John Whitmore, AICP Interim Director 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 304.284.7431 Page 2 of 2 PC Meeting Page 7 of 47 March 11, 2021  Intentional Blank Page PC Meeting Page 8 of 47 March 11, 2021  MORGANTOWN PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 6:30 p.m. February 11, 2021 By Electronic Means COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Peter DeMasters, Carol Pyles, Tim Stranko, William Blosser, Bill Petros, Ronald Dulaney, AJ Hammond Bill Petros and Sam Loretta. COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: STAFF PRESENT: John Whitmore, AICP I. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL: DeMasters called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. DeMasters with approval of all did not read the pre-meeting announcement. II. ELECTION OF OFFICERS: President and Vice-President. Blosser moved to re- elect the current officers. Shuman seconded. Vote was unanimous. III. MATTERS OF BUSINESS: A. Approval of the December 10, 2020 meeting minutes. Stranko motioned to approve as presented. Blosser seconded. Loretta and Hammond abstained. Vote was 7-0-2. B. 2020 Annual Report to City Council. John Whitmore discussed the annual report. During 2020 we were in the middle of the pandemic. Numbers were lower than 2019, but higher than they were in 2018. Whitmore asked if there were questions or changes to please email him the information so that we can present to City Council. Demasters complimented the experience that we have present on this committee. IV. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None V. NEW BUSINESS: A. MNS21-01 / Bravo Rentals, LLC / 544 Melrose Street: Request by Misty Spiroff on behalf of Bravo Rentals, LLC for minor subdivision approval of property located at 544 Melrose Street. Tax District 12, Tax Map 14, Parcel 256; R-1A, Single-Family Residential District. Whitmore presented the staff report. Whitmore is representing the petitioner. Being no questions from the committee or the public during the public hearing, DeMasters asked for staff recommendation. Morgantown Planning Commission Page 1 of 3 February 11, 2021 Minutes D-R-A-F-T PC Meeting Page 9 of 47 March 11, 2021  Stranko moved for approval subject to staff recommendations. Seconded by Pyles. Vote was unanimous. B. MNS21-02 / Mandler / 500 Conn Street: Request by William Mandler for minor subdivision approval of property located at 500 Conn Street. Tax District 10, Tax Map 36, Parcels 263 and 264.1; R-1A, Single-Family Residential District. Whitmore presented the staff report. Petitioner is not on the call and Staff was not asked to represent but was available to represent the petition. DeMasters agreed with staff’s representation. Demasters opened and closed the public hearing, having no additional public comment. DeMasters asked for Staff Recommendation, provided by Whitmore. Loretta moved to approve with staff recommendations. Pyles seconded. Petros abstained from vote since he was late to the meeting. Vote was unanimous. C. MNS21-03 / Hollandsworth / 200 Logan Avenue: Request by Glenda Hollandsworth for minor subdivision approval of property located at 200 Logan Avenue. Tax District 10, Tax Map 36, Parcels 608, 609, 610, and 610.1; R-1A, Single-Family Residential District. Whitmore presented the staff report and noted that the applicant is present. Ms. Hollandsworth explained that she is trying to put the house and garage together on Logan Avenue, and the Sherman Avenue property would be separated and could be sold. She noted that the lot is being sold separately. DeMasters asked for staff recommendation. Stranko asked about the two recommendations and asked which Whitmore would endorse. Whitmore noted that the deed covenant language is from planning code and the other method is uses a survey plat. Ms. Hollandsworth noted she has had a plat prepared. Stranko motioned to approve based the subdivision with a completed plat in accordance with the staff report. Loretta seconded. Vote was unanimous. VI. OTHER BUSINESS A. Committee Reports: None. − Traffic Commission Report: None. − Other Committees: None. B. Staff Comments: Whitmore mentioned a memorandum discussing a recommendation to City Council regarding changing the modification of video gaming or lottery establishment. Whitmore conferred through the City Attorney that the text is not slated to be changed. Morgantown Planning Commission Page 2 of 3 February 11, 2021 Minutes D-R-A-F-T PC Meeting Page 10 of 47 March 11, 2021  Whitmore stated that the new Development Services Director, Rickie Yeager, is scheduled to start on March 15, 2021. VII. FOR THE GOOD OF THE COMMISSION VIII. ADJOURNMENT: 7:35 p.m. MINUTES APPROVED: COMMISSION SECRETARY: _____________________________ John Whitmore, AICP Morgantown Planning Commission Page 3 of 3 February 11, 2021 Minutes D-R-A-F-T PC Meeting Page 11 of 47 March 11, 2021  Intentional Blank Page PC Meeting Page 12 of 47 March 11, 2021  MORGANTOWN PLANNING COMMISSION March 11, 2021 6:30 p.m. By Electronic Means President: STAFF REPORT Peter DeMasters, 6th Ward Vice-President: CASE NO: RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Carol Pyles, 7th Ward REQUEST and LOCATION: Planning Commissioners: Sam Loretta, 1st Ward Administrative request for a Zoning Map Amendment to classify Tax District 5, Tax Map 4. Parcel 8.2 as B-5, Shopping Center District upon annexation. Tim Stranko, 2nd Ward William Blosser, 3rd Ward TAX MAP NUMBER(s) and ZONING DESCRIPTION: Bill Petros, 4th Ward Michael Shuman, 5th Ward Tax District 5, Tax Map 4. Parcel 8.2, currently being annexed, initial zoning Description Ronald Dulaney, City Council is R-1, Single-Family Residential by default. AJ Hammond, City Admin. SURROUNDING ZONING: East: B-5, Shopping Center District North South, and West: Unincorporated Monongalia County. BACKGROUND: The Development Services Department seeks to amend the zoning map by providing the following zoning classification for the subject premises as B-5 upon annexation. Addendum A of this report identifies the location of the subject site and illustrates the proposed zoning and property ownership for the subject premises and immediate area. The land use classification for this parcel may be established in accordance with Section 1331.04(a) as shown below: Development Services Department John Whitmore, AICP Interim Director 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 304.284.7431 Page 1 of 3 PC Meeting Page 13 of 47 March 11, 2021  MORGANTOWN PLANNING COMMISSION March 11, 2021 6:30 p.m. By Electronic Means President: Staff believes the proposed zoning map amendment would be considered a permitted Peter DeMasters, 6th Ward map amendment and not “spot zoning” because the subject area adjoins the B-5 zoning district. Accordingly, the proposed zoning map amendment would be a boundary Vice-President: adjustment of the B-5 zoning district. Carol Pyles, 7th Ward The property is in the process of being formally annexed into the City of Morgantown. The Planning Commissioners: most recent ordinance approving the annexation from the Morgantown City Council on Sam Loretta, 1st Ward September 15, 2020. The Ordinance and related annexation files are located in Tim Stranko, 2nd Ward Addendum B. William Blosser, 3rd Ward ANALYSIS: Bill Petros, 4th Ward Michael Shuman, 5th Ward The subject premises are situated near the intersection of Scott Avenue and Grafton Road (U.S. 119). The properties are located directly north of the U.S. Interstate 68 on and off Ronald Dulaney, City Council ramps associated with Exit 1. AJ Hammond, City Admin. As Addendum A illustrates, the proposed zoning map amendment would expand the B-5, Shopping center zoning district. This property was most recently used as a “Hotel” use (Ramada Inn) outside of the City of Morgantown’s corporate limits. The property is currently being repurposed into a “Mixed Use Building” use with extensive services including housing, administered by local governmental organizations and nonprofits. Addendum C of this report provides Article 1353 “B-5, Shopping Center District” and Table 1331.05.01 “Permitted Land Uses” of the Planning and Zoning Code. It is included as a resource to understand the density, intensity, and land uses permitted in the B-5, District. Comprehensive Plan Concurrence As recommended in Chapter 9 “Implementation” of the 2013 Comprehensive Plan Update, Addendum D of this report identifies how the proposed zoning map amendment relates to the Comp Plan’s land management intent, location, and pattern and character principles. It should be noted that “shall” statements within the Comp Plan must be understood as desired objectives and strategies that do not have the force or effect of law unless incorporated into the City’s Planning and Zoning Code. The property is identified as a “Developed Area” and “Corridor Enhancement” land management areas. These properties are identified in the Conceptual Growth Framework Development Services map as “Controlled Growth” locations and in the Pattern and Character map as Department “Commercial Node.” John Whitmore, AICP Interim Director It appears the zoning classification of B-5 is in concurrence with the Comp Plan’s principals for infill and redevelopment land management objectives and furthers the following plan 389 Spruce Street implementation strategies: Morgantown, WV 26505 • LM 2.1 ....... Identify and prioritize sites for infill and redevelopment. 304.284.7431 • LM 4.3 ....... Revise zoning regulations to permit mixed-use development at appropriate scales in various zoning districts. Page 2 of 3 PC Meeting Page 14 of 47 March 11, 2021  MORGANTOWN PLANNING COMMISSION March 11, 2021 6:30 p.m. By Electronic Means President: • LM 5.2 ....... Permit higher density development in areas that are well-supported by existing Peter DeMasters, 6th Ward or planned transportation infrastructure or transit services. Vice-President: • NH 4.1 ...... Provide incentives to developers to encourage development of alternative Carol Pyles, 7th Ward housing types (i.e. higher density, live-work, mixed-use) in designated growth areas. Planning Commissioners: Staff encourages the Planning Commission to review the Comp Plan for guidance as Sam Loretta, 1st Ward Addendum D is not intended to represent a complete comparative assessment. Tim Stranko, 2nd Ward William Blosser, 3rd Ward STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Bill Petros, 4th Ward Zoning map amendment requests should be evaluated on their land-use merits alone. Michael Shuman, 5th Ward Development intentions are extraneous, and the Commission should consider the request Ronald Dulaney, City Council on its merits as a land use decision. AJ Hammond, City Admin. In conducting such an analysis, the Commission should determine if the B-5, Shopping Center District is the appropriate zoning classification for the premises, weighing all possible future development and land use scenarios as permitted by the Planning and Zoning Code; particularly, Article 1353 “B-5, Shopping Center District” and Table 1331.05.01 “Permitted Land Uses.” It is the opinion of the Development Services Department that classifying the property to B-5, Shopping Center District is supported by the intent, location, pattern and character goals set forth in the 2013 Comprehensive Plan Update. Staff recommends approval of the zoning map amendment. Development Services Department John Whitmore, AICP Interim Director 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 304.284.7431 Page 3 of 3 PC Meeting Page 15 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM A RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Staff Report Addendum A Page 1 of 3 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 16 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM A RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Staff Report Addendum A Page 2 of 3 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 17 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM A RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Staff Report Addendum A Page 3 of 3 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 18 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM B RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Page 1 of 6 PC Meeting Page 19 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM B RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Page 2 of 6 PC Meeting Page 20 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM B RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Page 3 of 6 PC Meeting Page 21 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM B RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Page 4 of 6 PC Meeting Page 22 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM B RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Page 5 of 6 PC Meeting Page 23 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM B RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Page 6 of 6 PC Meeting Page 24 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM C RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Staff Report Addendum C Page 1 of 8 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 25 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM C RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Staff Report Addendum C Page 2 of 8 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 26 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM C RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Staff Report Addendum C Page 3 of 8 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 27 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM C RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Staff Report Addendum C Page 4 of 8 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 28 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM C RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Staff Report Addendum C Page 5 of 8 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 29 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM C RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Staff Report Addendum C Page 6 of 8 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 30 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM C RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Staff Report Addendum C Page 7 of 8 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 31 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM C RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Staff Report Addendum C Page 8 of 8 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 32 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM D RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Concurrence with the 2013 Comprehensive Plan Update The following narrative identifies where, in the opinion of the Planning Division, the subject zoning map amendment petitions are in concurrence and/or are inconsistent with the 2013 Comprehensive Plan Update. Development proposals will reflect the spirit and values expressed in INTENT the Plan’s principals. Principles for Land Management Principal 1 Infill development and redevelopment of underutilized ☒ Concurrence and/or deteriorating sites takes priority over ☐ Inconsistent development in green field locations at the city’s ☐ N/A or Inconclusive edge. The subject premises are located at the city’s edge and are expected to create additional demand for development, especially utility and mobility infrastructure. Principal 2 Expansion of the urban area will occur in a ☒ Concurrence contiguous pattern that favors areas already served ☐ Inconsistent by existing infrastructure. ☐ N/A or Inconclusive The subject premises are located near an automotive transit destination (Exit 1 of U.S. Interstate 68). New infrastructure will be required to support increased development intensity available. Coordination with the County and MPO will be required for future development that increases density or trip demand.. Principal 3 Downtown, adjacent neighborhoods and the riverfront ☐ Concurrence will be the primary focus for revitalizations efforts. ☒ Inconsistent ☐ N/A or Inconclusive The premises are located at the periphery of the city’s corporate limits and may encourage sprawl development in areas without zoning or local building and life- safety code compliance. However, opportunities for transit-oriented design and other development that would complement the interstate are not readily available with R-1. Single-Family Residential and could be considered at odds with the expected development character of an interstate exit. Principal 4 Existing neighborhoods throughout the city will be ☐ Concurrence maintained and/or enhanced. ☐ Inconsistent ☒ N/A or Inconclusive The properties are not identified as being an any city neighborhood and are bounded by a interstate highway to the south, a major arterial highway to the north and east, and unincorporated Monongalia County mixed development patterns to the west. Staff Report Addendum D Page 1 of 7 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 33 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM D RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Principal 5 Quality design is emphasized for all uses to create an ☐ Concurrence attractive, distinctive public and private realm and ☐ Inconsistent promote positive perceptions of the region. ☒ N/A or Inconclusive Site and building design are extraneous to the petitioner’s zoning map amendment request. Principal 6 Development that integrates mixed-uses (residential, ☒ Concurrence commercial, institutional, civic, etc.) and connects ☐ Inconsistent with the existing urban fabric is encouraged. ☐ N/A or Inconclusive Mixed-use development patterns are permitted in the B-5 District, as opposed to the R-1, District that is predominantly geared to detached single-family dwellings on large parcels. The opportunity of more intense residential, nonresidential, and/or mixed-use development of the subject premises appears possible with the B-5, District. Principal 7 Places will be better connected to improve the ☐ Concurrence function of the street network and create more ☐ Inconsistent opportunities to walk, bike and access public ☒ N/A or Inconclusive transportation throughout the region. The map amendment would not result in any immediate street or pedestrian network improvements. This area may require transit oriented development and infrastructure to encourage additional investment in road network changes. Principal 8 A broad range of housing types, price levels and ☒ Concurrence occupancy types will provide desirable living options ☐ Inconsistent for a diverse population. ☐ N/A or Inconclusive The reclassification of the premises currently zoned R-1 to B-5 appears to advance more diverse housing types. Specifically, higher density mixed-use dwellings. A higher density housing product would be permitted as opposed to only single-family dwellings permitted in the R-1, District. Principal 9 Residential development will support the formation of ☐ Concurrence complete neighborhoods with diverse housing, ☐ Inconsistent pedestrian-scaled complete streets, integrated public ☒ N/A or Inconclusive spaces, connection to adjacent neighborhoods, and access to transportation alternative and basic retail needs. Site design is extraneous to the petitioner’s zoning map amendment request. However, access to the site is challenging given topographic and access issues currently on and around the site. Principal 10 Parks, open space, and recreational areas are ☐ Concurrence incorporated as part of future development. ☐ Inconsistent ☒ N/A or Inconclusive Site design is extraneous to the petitioner’s zoning map amendment request. Staff Report Addendum D Page 2 of 7 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 34 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM D RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Principal 11 Environmentally sensitive and sustainable practices ☐ Concurrence will be encouraged in future developments. ☐ Inconsistent ☒ N/A or Inconclusive Site design is extraneous to the petitioner’s zoning map amendment request. Development proposals will be consistent with the Land Management Map. If the proposal applies to an area intended for growth, infill, revitalization, or redevelopment, then it should be LOCATION compatible with that intent and with any specific expectations within Areas of Opportunity. If the proposal applies to an area of conservation or preservation, it should be compatible with and work to enhance the existing character of the immediate surroundings. The following graphic is clipped from the Conceptual Growth Framework Map included on Page 19 of the 2013 Comprehensive Plan Update. The subject properties within a “Controlled Growth” concept area. Staff Report Addendum D Page 3 of 7 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 35 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM D RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Development proposals in growth areas will be consistent with PATTERN preferred development types. Development in areas where growth is AND not intended should be compatible with the relevant Character Areas CHARACTER description and expectations for how those areas should evolve in the future. The graphic below is clipped from Map 3 – Pattern and Character included on Page 27 of the 2013 Comprehensive Plan Update. The subject property is located within the “Commerical Node ” pattern and character area. Staff Report Addendum D Page 4 of 7 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 36 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM D RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue The graphic below is clipped from Map 4 – Land Management included on Page 39 of the 2013 Comprehensive Plan Update. 20 Scott Avenue is identifed as being a “Developed Area” with a “Corridor Enhancement” development type identified in the Comprehensve Plan. Staff Report Addendum D Page 5 of 7 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 37 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM D RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue The following graphics are clipped from Pages 41 through 43 of the 2013 Comprehensive Plan Update and identify the development types desired within the “Infill and Redevelopment” and/or “WVU Campus Development” concept areas. Not all develpoment types are permitted in both concept areas. Staff Report Addendum D Page 6 of 7 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 38 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM D RZ21-01 / Administrative / 20 Scott Avenue Staff Report Addendum D Page 7 of 7 RZ21-01 PC Meeting Page 39 of 47 March 11, 2021  Intentional Blank Page PC Meeting Page 40 of 47 March 11, 2021  MORGANTOWN PLANNING COMMISSION March 11, 2021 6:30 p.m. By Electronic Means President: Peter DeMasters, 6th Ward STAFF REPORT Vice-President: CASE NO: MNS21-04 / Walker / 517 Melrose Street Carol Pyles, 7th Ward REQUEST and LOCATION: Planning Commissioners: Sam Loretta, 1st Ward Request by James Walker for minor subdivision approval of property located at 517 Melrose Street. Tim Stranko, 2nd Ward William Blosser, 3rd Ward Bill Petros, 4th Ward TAX MAP NUMBER (s) and ZONING DESCRIPTION: Michael Shuman, 5th Ward Tax District 12, Tax Map 14, Parcel 131; R-1A, Single-Family Residential District. Ronald Dulaney, City Council AJ Hammond, City Admin. SURROUNDING ZONING: R-1A, Single-Family Residential District. BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS: The petitioner seeks to subdivide Parcel 131 into two (2) parcels. Addendum A of this report illustrates the location of the subject site. Tax District 12; Tax Map 14; Parcel 131, commonly known as the location of the former 517 Melrose Street structure is an approximately 8,4000 square foot parcel with a 70-foot +/- frontage along Melrose Street. The petitioner seeks to equally subdivide the parcel as shown on the staff enhanced image on Page 2 of this report. Both reconfigured parcels will exceed the R-1A, Single-Family Residential District minimum lot area standard of 3,500 square feet as both parcels will be 4,200 square feet and the R-1A, District minimum frontage standard of thirty (30) feet as both parcels will have a frontage of 35 (thirty-five) feet. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the subdivision by survey plat with the following conditions: 1. That the petitioner submit at least three (3) original final plat documents, Development Services including all access/utility easements, signed and sealed by a surveyor licensed in the State of West Virginia for the Planning Commission President’s signature; John Whitmore, AICP and, Interim Director 2. That the final plat is recorded at the Monongalia County Courthouse within thirty (30) days of receiving the executed plat. 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 304.284.7431 Page 1 of 2 PC Meeting Page 41 of 47 March 11, 2021  MORGANTOWN PLANNING COMMISSION March 11, 2021 6:30 p.m. By Electronic Means President: Peter DeMasters, 6th Ward Vice-President: Carol Pyles, 7th Ward Planning Commissioners: STAFF ENHANCED IMAGE Sam Loretta, 1st Ward Tim Stranko, 2nd Ward William Blosser, 3rd Ward Bill Petros, 4th Ward Michael Shuman, 5th Ward Ronald Dulaney, City Council AJ Hammond, City Admin. Development Services John Whitmore, AICP Interim Director 389 Spruce Street Morgantown, WV 26505 304.284.7431 Page 2 of 2 PC Meeting Page 42 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM A MNS21-04 / Walker / 517 Melrose Street Staff Report Addendum A Page 1 of 2 MNS21-04 PC Meeting Page 43 of 47 March 11, 2021  STAFF REPORT ADDENDUM A MNS21-04 / Walker / 517 Melrose Street Staff Report Addendum A Page 2 of 2 MNS21-04 PC Meeting Page 44 of 47 March 11, 2021 PC Meeting Page 45 of 47 March 11, 2021 PC Meeting Page 46 of 47 March 11, 2021 PC Meeting Page 47 of 47 March 11, 2021