Planning Commission

TOWN OF MOUNT PLEASANT, SOUTH CAROLINA PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 23, 2018 MINUTES Present: Joseph Wren, Chair, Roy Neal, John McNeill, Rodly Millet, Kathy Smith, George Gates, Tripp Cuttino, DeAudre Gregg. Absent: Peter Lehman. Staff: Jeff Ulma, Lee Cave, David Pagliarini, Kent Prause, Austin Rutherford, Liz Boyles, Eddie Bernard, Lynnette Lynes Mr. Wren called the meeting to order at 5:00 pm. 1. Approval of Minutes from April 18, 2018 Meeting Mr. Neal moved for approval of the minutes. Mr. Cuttino seconded the motion. All in favor. 2. Approval of the Agenda Mr. Pagliarini stated that this is mandated by the state and any changes to the agenda should be made at this time prior to a motion for approval of the agenda. Mr. Cuttino asked if an item could be moved up on the agenda. Mr. Pagliarini answered in the affirmative, but suggested that the public should be considered when determining moving an item as someone might come later to a meeting because of an item initially being farther down on the agenda. Mr. Neal moved for approval of the agenda. Mr. McNeill seconded the motion. All in favor. 3. Update on Planning Commission Recommendations Mr. Rutherford reviewed Town Council recommendations with the Commission. Mr. Neal asked the status of the National Medal of Honor Museum. Mr. Pagliarini answered that the applicant has indicated that the item would be withdrawn. Mr. McNeill asked about the new attendance policy and when it would become effective. Mr. Pagliarini answered that as currently written, it would be effective  Planning Commission May 23, 2018 Page 2 of 5 as of January 1, 2019. Mr. McNeill asked about the rezoning for the property on Venning Road to AB-2 and if it was denied by Town Council. Mr. Rutherford answered that Town Council unanimously voted for denial of the request. 4. Correspondence and Public Comments Ms. Molli Lemin, 1445 Scott Creeks Circle, expressed concern with the approval of item 7B. She stated that many of the neighborhood concerns that were expressed during the initial approval of this project has become a reality. She expressed concern that the project is not moving forward, the infrastructure is not in place, and the property has been cleared. She asked that some action should be taken to prevent the property from continuing to be a “blight” property. She expressed concern that the lack of development of this property is affecting property values and quality of life for the neighborhood. Mr. Will Schroder, 1360 Scotts Creek Circle, and vice-president of the HOA Board, expressed concern with 7B. He expressed concern with neighborhood safety as the property has not been developed and encourages loitering and racing. He stated that there have been an increased number of police calls due to the increased loitering and trespassing. He expressed concern with damage to neighboring properties because of the increased loitering. He expressed concern with decreasing property values and lack of property maintenance. He suggested that their sense of community has been compromised. Mr. Michael Mixon, representative for 1503 Mathis Ferry Road stated that he is available to answer any questions. 5. Staff Update on the 2018 Comprehensive Plan Process Ms. Boyles updated the Commission on the Comprehensive Plan process. She stated that the next open house is scheduled for June 5th from 5 pm-7pm at Town Hall. She stated that the open house will feature land uses and the Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). Mr. McNeill asked when a draft plan would be available. Ms. Boyles answered that the draft information for the next open house would be available on the website by next week.  Planning Commission May 23, 2018 Page 3 of 5 6. Requests A. R-11-18 Request to rezone from R-1, Low Density Residential District, to OP, Office Professional District, one parcel of land, located at 1503 Mathis Ferry Road. TMS No.: 559-00-00-072 Mr. Rutherford reviewed staff comments with the Commission (attachment 1). Mr. Millet asked if the adjacent property is zoned commercial. Mr. Rutherford answered in the affirmative. Mr. Neal asked the reason for the request. Mr. Rutherford answered that Live to Play (LTP) would like to utilize the existing structure for office space. Mr. Wren asked if there is a maximum building size for OP zoning. Mr. Rutherford answered that there is a maximum of 6,000 square feet. There being no public comment, Mr. Wren closed the public hearing. Mr. Michael Mixon, representative for the applicant, reviewed the request with the Commission. Mr. Gates asked about the owner of the property. Mr. Meador answered that the LLC owns the property with Mr. Navarro as a member of the LLC. Mr. Gates expressed concern that the application is not complete since there is no verification of the property owner signature. Ms. Smith asked if the applicant would consider abandonment of the curb cut. Mr. Meador answered that this could be considered as the current access to the LTP site would be used for the offices as well. Mr. Wren noted that the zoning requests cannot be conditioned. Mr. Neal asked the zoning. Mr. Rutherford answered that the zoning would be reviewed during the Comprehensive Plan process. Mr. McNeill asked the zoning for the property across the street. Mr. Rutherford answered that it is AB-2.  Planning Commission May 23, 2018 Page 4 of 5 Mr. Neal moved for approval including all staff comments. Mr. McNeill seconded the motion. All in favor. B. Request approval of extension of vesting period for Preliminary Plat that was approved on June 22, 2016, for 28 detached single family residential lots zoned R-1, Low Density Residential District, located off Rifle Range Road/Behind Scotts Creek Mr. Rutherford reviewed staff comments with the Commission (attachment 1). Mr. Wren asked about the vested rights. Mr. Pagliarini answered that the state approved extension of vested rights in 2002. He stated that with the preliminary plat approval, a two-year vesting period went into effect. He reviewed the state statute with the Commission. Mr. Wren asked if a sketch plan is considered a vested right. Mr. Pagliarini answered that §156.149 outlines which approvals are vested. Ms. Smith clarified that the extension must be approved by the Commission. Mr. Millet asked if there are ordinances for maintenance of the property. Mr. Pagliarini answered that the request is for extension of the vested rights period and does not pertain to property maintenance. Mr. McNeill asked if the request was submitted by the proper authority. Mr. Neal answered that Seamon, Whiteside, and Associates submitted the request as the representative. Ms. Gregg asked if there is a question on the validity of the application. Mr. Wren suggested that this was a legal issue. Mr. Neal moved for approval of the request. Mr. Cuttino seconded the motion. Mr. Millet asked if this request should be deferred. Mr. Pagliarini answered that it could be deferred if desired. He stated that any legal concerns regarding the application could be discussed in an executive session.  Planning Commission May 23, 2018 Page 5 of 5 Mr. Wren called for a vote on the motion. Motion passed on a 7 to 1 vote with Ms. Gregg, Mr. Gates, Mr. McNeill, Mr. Wren, Ms. Smith, Mr. Neal and Mr. Cuttino in favor; Mr. Millet opposed. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 5:42 pm. Submitted by, L. Lynes PlanComsn05232018