Planning Commission
Regular MeetingPapillion, NE · December 18, 2019
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PAPILLION PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
DECEMBER 18, 2019
The Papillion Planning Commission met in open session at the Papillion City Hall Council
Chambers on Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at 7: 00 PM. Chairwoman Rebecca Hoch called
the meeting to order. Planning Assistant Andrea Blevins called the roll. Planning Commission
members present were Howard Carson, Judy Emswiler, Jim Hrabik, John E. Robinson III, Leanne
Sotak, Herb Thompson, and Wayne Wilson. Jim Masters and Raymond Keller Jr. were absent.
Planning Director Mark Stursma, City Attorney Alan Thelen, City Planner Michelle Romeo, and
Staff Engineer Derek Goff were also present.
Chairwoman Hoch led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Notice of the meeting was given in advance by publication in the Papillion Times on December 4,
2019. A copy of proof of publication is on file at the office of the City Clerk.
Chairwoman Hoch announced that a copy of the Open Meetings Act is posted in the City Council
Chambers.
Approval of Agenda
Motion was made by Ms.
Emswiler, seconded by Mr. Carson, to approve the agenda as
presented. Roll call: Eight yeas, no nays. Motion passes.
Approval of the Planning Commission Minutes
Motion was made by Mr. Hrabik, seconded by Ms. Emswiler, to approve the November 20, 2019
minutes. Roll Call: Six yeas, no nays, two abstentions by Mr. Carson and Mr. Robinson Ill. Motion
carried.
FINAL PLATS
Final Plat—
A Final Plat for the property legally described as Lots 1 and 2, Schewe Farms Replat
2 and Outlot D, Schewe Farms, subdivisions as surveyed, platted and recorded in Sarpy County,
NE, generally located NW of S 120th Street and HWY 370. The applicant is BHI Development.
Generations) FP- 19- 0014
Patrick Sullivan, 1246 Golden Gate Drive, stepped forward to represent the applicant and offered
to answer any questions.
Chairwoman Hoch called for discussion amongst the Commission.
Mr. Thompson asked the applicant to provide a brief overview of the project. Mr. Sullivan referred
the Planning Commission to the site plan provided in the Planning Commission Staff Report. He
explained that the project is intended to develop as an entertainment district and serve as a
destination
provide
as well as a compliment Cumberland
funds for the construction
to events at Werner Park. He stated that Sarpy County will
of Drive within the development.
Mr. Carson asked whether the first construction phase would include the office and apartment
concepts. He asked whether the applicant had any commitments at the site. Mr. Sullivan
expressed that details regarding any possible commitments are confidential at this time.
Mr. Carson asked whether the elevations provided are conceptual. Mr. Sullivan answered in the
affirmative.
Mr. Hrabik asked how many multiple-family units are anticipated. Mr. Sullivan stated that 23 to 27
units in each multiple-family building is typical and that the number of bedrooms per unit will vary.
Mr. Carson asked whether staff has concerns as to whether the project will prosper. Mr. Stursma
noted that a market analysis has not been performed by the City; however, the use has been
anticipated at the site for a long time. He added that the risk largely falls on the developer. Mr.
Stursma added that the multiple-family residential and office components will add to the rooftops
needed to support the development. Mr. Sullivan added that this project is unique because it will
gain support from events at Werner Park. He suggested that the amount of disposable income in
the surrounding residential areas is such that it can support the development.
Mr. Wilson asked for clarification on the street to which Sarpy County is committing funding. Mr.
Sullivan confirmed that such funding would be utilized in the construction of Cumberland Drive.
Mr. Wilson asked whether the district would block the view of Werner Park from HWY 370. Mr.
Sullivan stated that he was unsure but assumed that the sign for Werner Park would still be visible
from HWY 370. Mr. Stursma added view corridors to Werner Park are anticipated because the
view may be partially obstructed.
Ms. Emswiler asked for clarification in regards to phasing. Ms. Romeo stated that the final plat is
for all lots within the development and that the construction will be phased. She explained that
the pending Mixed Use Development Agreement will target the first phase of construction, and
will be amended for future construction phases. She noted that all lots are being platted at this
time because the road network needed to serve the first construction phase extends through
future development phases.
With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Carson, seconded by Mr. Hrabik, to
recommend approval of the Generations Final Plat ( FP- 19- 0014) because it is generally
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with adjacent uses, and compliant with
Zoning and Subdivision regulations, contingent upon the resolution of staff comments. Roll Call:
Eight yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Mixed Use Development Agreement — A request to adopt a Mixed Use Development
Agreement for the property legally described as Lots 1 and 2, Schewe Farms Replat 2 and Outlot
D, Schewe Farms, subdivisions as surveyed, platted and recorded in Sarpy County, NE, generally
Generations)
located NW of S
120th
Street and HWY 370. The applicant is BHI Development. (
MISC- 19- 0031
Chairwoman Hoch opened the public hearing.
Patrick Sullivan, 1246 Golden Gate Drive, stepped forward to represent the applicant and offered
to answer any questions.
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Chairwoman Hoch called for proponents and opponents. Seeing no further input, Chairwoman
Hoch closed the public hearing and called for Commission Discussion.
Ms. Emswiler asked for more information on the project. Mr. Sullivan stated that the project will
be similar to Aksarben Village, but on a smaller scale. He noted that the large retailer concept
originally anticipated has been removed.
With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Hrabik, seconded by Ms. Emswiler, to
recommend approval of the Generations Final Plat ( FP- 19- 0014) because it is generally
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan as amended, compatible with adjacent uses, and
compliant with Zoning and Subdivision regulations, contingent upon the resolution of staff
comments. Roll Call: Eight yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
Ordinance No. 1861 —
An ordinance to amend Section 205-279 of Article XXXIX( Nonconforming
Development), of Chapter 205 of the Papillion Zoning Ordinance having to do with Nonconforming
uses. The applicant is the City of Papillion. ( Nonconforming Development Ordinance Amendment)
TC- 19- 0008
Chairwoman Hoch opened the public hearing.
Mark Stursma, 122 E 3rd Street, stepped forward to represent the applicant. He summarized that
the primary change includes clarification that legal nonconforming uses may not be expanded or
moved on a property over time. He noted that the amendment also seeks to clarify allowances for
the continuation and rebuild after casualty for nonconforming residential uses in commercial
zoning within the Downtown Overlay District. Mr. Stursma added that nonconforming uses lose
legal nonconforming status if such use is abandoned for six months or more.
Chairwoman Hoch called for proponents and opponents. Seeing no further public input,
Chairwoman Hoch closed the public hearing and called for Commission Discussion.
Ms. Emswiler asked for clarification on the Downtown Overlay District exceptions. Mr. Stursma
noted that the City does not inadvertently want to take away the residential rights already granted
to certain properties within the Downtown Overlay District.
With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Robinson III, seconded by Mr. Wilson, to
recommend approval of Ordinance No. 1861 — Nonconforming Development Ordinance
Amendment( TC- 19- 0008) because of
consistency with Neb. Rev. Stat. § 19- 901 and consistency
with the vision and goals of the Comprehensive Plan. Roll Call: Eight yeas, no nays. Motion
carried.
OTHER BUSINESS
Mr. Carson asked for an update on the Redevelopment Area Downtown. Mr. Stursma gave a brief
overview.
With no further business to come before the Commission, Motion was made by Mr. Hrabik,
seconded by Mr. Carson, to adjourn. The meeting adjourned by unanimous consent at 7:27 P. M.
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