Planning Commission Study Meeting

WEST VALLEY CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Study Session July 20, 2011 The meeting was called to order at 3:36 p.m. by Chairman Brent Fuller at 3600 Constitution Boulevard, West Valley City, Utah. WEST VALLEY CITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS: Harold Woodruff, Brent Fuller, Jack Matheson, Phil Conder, Joe Garcia, and Barbara Thomas ABSENT: Terri Mills and Imaan Bilic WEST VALLEY CITY PLANNING DIVISION STAFF: Steve Lehman and Nichole Camac WEST VALLEY CITY ADMINISTRATION: Nicole Cottle, CED Director Planning Commission Study Session July 20, 2011 Page 2 SUBDIVISION APPLICATION SV-1-2011 PETITION BY DUANE WILKEY REQUESTING CONSIDERATION TO VACATE AN EXISTING 6-FOOT ALLEY. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT APPROXIMATELY 4326 S. WORMWOOD DRIVE. THE EXISTING ALLEY PROVIDES ACCESS TO THE HUNTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. (STAFF- STEVE LEHMAN AT 801-963-3311) Discussion: Steve Lehman stated that this item will be withdrawn from the agenda because ownership responsibilities regarding the alley are unknown at this time. He explained that this alley was created as a lot in the subdivision and is owned by the County. The two neighbors on either side of the alley may be able to pay back taxes on it and become the legal owners. Steve stated that the property may have to be returned to the Dixie 6 Corporation who originally owned it and they could choose to sell it to the neighbors. Steve also explained that if the County gives responsibility to the City, this application may still come before the Planning Commission. Steve indicated the neighbors who have homes on either side of the walkway are experiencing a significant amount of crime. He stated that graffiti, drug paraphernalia, garbage, theft of mail, and other problems are frequently experienced. Kids also ride bikes and motorcycles up and down the stairs and parents drop children off across the street which could also be a great safety concern. Phil Conder suggested incorporating a bollard to prevent kids from riding motorcycles and bikes. Barbara Thomas stated that the walkway has always been here and is utilized daily. Phil Conder asked if there is any liability for whoever owns the walkway. Nicole Cottle replied that it could be argued that there is no liability just as someone is not responsible for accidents occurring on sidewalks in front of their homes. Steve Lehman stated that either way the issue is out of the City’s hands and this item will be withdrawn from the agenda until ownership can be determined. PUD-1-2011 PETITION BY PHIL HOLLAND REQUESTING PRELIMINARY APPROVAL FOR THE VILLAGES OF WESTRIDGE PUD. THIS IS A PLANNED COMMUNITY CONSISTING OF 153 SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING UNITS ON APPROXIMATELY 13.5 ACRES AND A COMMERCIAL LOT CONSISTING OF 2.5 ACRES. HOUSING OPTIONS PLANNED FOR THIS COMMUNITY CONSIST OF COURTYARD, TOWNHOME AND MANSION STYLES. THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT 5600 WEST 5400 SOUTH AND IS ZONED R-1-4 AND C-2. (STAFF- STEVE LEHMAN AT 801-963-3311) Discussion: Steve Lehman explained that this area was discussed with the Planning Commission about a year ago. The City Council came up with a different plan and something else was eventually approved. The applicant is now returning with a different set of plans that incorporate a mix of three housing types including townhome, mansion, and courtyard. Steve stated that the streets will be private but staff feels that the center street in the development should be public. He indicated where each of the different housing types will be located as well as an open space park in the northwest corner of the development and a commercial piece in the southeast corner. Steve indicated that the park will be dedicated to the City. Steve explained there will be a pre cast wall around the development with the exception of Planning Commission Study Session July 20, 2011 Page 3 the west and north sides which are still being discussed. He stated that overhead lines will be buried. Steve explained that the townhome units will have open space in the center and 2 car garages as well as 2 parking spaces in the driveways. Jack Matheson asked if there will be on street parking or visitor parking spaces to the townhomes. Steve replied no. Jack replied that he felt this was very important to have. Steve Lehman stated that if the street in the center of the development is made public, this would allow for on street parking. The Planning Commission agreed that this street should be made public. Phil Conder asked if TOD is still a consideration for the area. Steve replied that UTA was pushing for TOD in this area since it calls for density. He indicated that BRT will be here as well as the Mountain View Corridor and there is still a significant amount of density. Joe Garcia asked if the mansion homes are single family. Steve replied yes and indicated that everything in this development will be single family. Jack Matheson asked if the park will be used for detention. Steve replied no and explained how drainage will likely work throughout the subdivision. Steve displayed the proposed sign for the development. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 4:36 p.m. Respectfully submitted, __________________________________ Nichole Camac, Administrative Assistant