Westminster Planning & Zoning Commission

CITY OF WESTMINSTER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING SUMMARY Tuesday, September 26, 2017, at 7 PM City Hall, 1838 Emerald Hill Lane A meeting of the City of Westminster Planning and Zoning Commission was held at City Hall, located at 1838 Emerald Hill Lane in Westminster, Maryland 21157, on Tuesday, September 26, 2017, at 7 PM. Chair Peggy Bair, Vice Chair Kevin Beaver, Councilmember Benjamin Yingling, and Commissioner Thomas Rio were present. City staff members Barb Sardi and Bill Mackey were present. The following were present and signed-in: Mr. Gary Romig, Mr. Jarred Klunk, Mr. Andy Brough, Mr. Marty Hackett, Mr. Tony Biale, and Mr. Jeff Zigler. Chair Peggy Bair opened the meeting at 7 PM. Chair Peggy Bair asked about the summary of the previous meeting. Mr. Mackey reported that the summary of the previous meeting was not ready for review. Chair Peggy Bair initiated the discussion of Item A regarding a proposed Final Plat for Fairlawn Tool on Independence Way. Ms. Sardi presented the staff memo and staff recommendation. Mr. Hackett of CLSI summarized the purpose of the proposed, amended final plat to make one lot smaller and one lot larger. Vice Chair Beaver moved for approval of the plat. Councilmember Yingling seconded. The motion passed. Chair Peggy Bair opened the discussion of Item B regarding a proposed Site Plan for Fairlawn Tool on Independence Way. Ms. Sardi presented the staff memo and staff recommendation. Mr. Hackett of CLSI requested that specific tree islands not be required by the Commission. Mr. Hackett requested that the truck berths be allowed at a smaller width than required. Mr. Mackey noted that pursuant to §164-71 D., the Commission could approve smaller berth sizes in this case. The Commission discussed such approval. Chair Peggy Bair inquired about the stormwater management approach. Mr. Hackett responded that a new bio-retention system was being utilized. Mr. Zigler of CLSI noted that the landscape islands are twice the required size in the City Code, noting that the area provided exceed the required amount per island. Mr. Romig noted that the proposed, new building would combine the functions of two existing facilities. Mr. Mackey noted for the record that at the applicant’s request, the City’s Department of Planning and Community Development would be willing to approve the applicant’s submittal for a mass grading permit in advance of the 30-day waiting period following approval of the site plan. Mr. Mackey stated this for the record; the applicant bears the risk if any appeal were to be filed during the 30-day waiting period. Mr. Mackey also noted for the record that the Department of Planning and Community Development would not approve a footer- or foundation-only permit in advance of the issuance of the building permit. Councilmember Yingling moved for approval subject to following conditions:  That the required certification statement and landscape architect’s signature shall be included; and,  That water recycling for the manufacturing process must be implemented to minimize water demand. Commissioner Rio seconded. The motion passed. Chair Peggy Bair asked for Commissioner and staff comments. The Commission noted removal of trees at Sonic and the new berm wall at Stonegate. Mr. Mackey inquired of the Commission if any resources were needed for the Commission regarding facilities and security for the public hearing on October 12, 2017. The Commission adjourned at 7:56 PM. Adopted November 9, 2017 Page 2 of 2