District 6 Advisory Board
Regular MeetingWichita, KS · March 1, 2021
Agenda
*Revised* District 6 Advisory Board Agenda
Monday, March 1, 2021 • 6:30 p.m.
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Order of Business
Call to Order
Approval of the December 7, 2020 Minutes
Approval of the January 4, 2021 Minutes
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Staff Reports
1. Wichita Fire Department
Staff will present District 6 fire statistics, discuss relevant safety topics, provide department updates,
and answer questions.
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
2. Wichita Police Department
Community Policing Officers will present District 6 statistics and crime trends, discuss relevant
safety topics, provide department updates, and answer questions.
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
3. Park & Recreation Department Report
Gentry Thiesen, Senior Management Analyst, Park and Recreation will provide updates for
parks in District 6 and report on other activities taking place across the city.
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
4. Wichita Public Library Report
Library Staff will report on events and programs at the Evergreen Branch Library and the
Advanced Learning Library.
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
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Public Agenda
This portion of the agenda provides an opportunity for citizens to present issues that are not part of
the regular agenda for the meeting. There is a five minute time limit for each speaker.
5. Scheduled Items
There are no scheduled Public Agenda items this month.
6. Off-Agenda Items
Any individual present that did not request to speak on the Public Agenda prior to the meeting may
speak at this time.
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
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New Business
7. Places for People Implementation – Land Bank and Zoning
Scott Waddle, Metropolitan Area Planning Department
Background: In December 2105, the City of Wichita adopted the Wichita-Sedgwick County
Community Investments Plan. The plan recommends developing an Urban Infill Strategy for the
Established Central Area (ECA).
In 2019, the City adopted an urban infill strategy for the Established Central Area. Known as the
Places for People Plan, it was developed through a civic planning process over multiple years. The
process included more than 55 public meetings / events and a community survey. The plan
presents a future community vision of:
• strong neighborhoods,
• vibrant centers, and
• a strong Wichita economy.
In order to help achieve that vision, the plan makes recommendations for infill reinvestment,
improving conditions for walking, improving transportation options, and increased housing choices /
options. The plan recommends that the City work to help accomplish these by: updating the zoning
regulations; creating a land bank; and developing a strategic investment strategy.
On November 16, 2020, the Wichita City Council received a presentation on proposals for zoning
updates and the creation of a Wichita land bank. In February 2020, the City hosted two social
media town hall events to collect public feedback about the proposals. This March, the City is
collecting public input in a variety of ways – including presentations to district advisory boards,
community groups, and stakeholders. In addition, individuals can also submit input on the project
webpage www.wichita.gov/placesforpeople, City social media channels, email, phone, and mail.
Comments will be used to help evaluate the proposals and identify updates.
Recommendation: Receive and file, provide comments as desired.
Agenda Report: https://www.wichita.gov/Council/DABAgendasMinutes/2021-03-
01%20DAB%206%20%20Places%20for%20People%20Implementation%20Staff%20Report.pdf
8. 2021 Athletic Court Inventory and proposed CIP Program,
Gentry Thiesen, Senior Management Analyst, Park and Recreation
Background: The 2021-2030 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) includes funding annually to
renovate athletic courts within the Park System. The 2021 CIP includes $225,000 for Athletic Court
Improvements, which includes tennis, futsal, pickleball, basketball and multi-use courts. In recent
years, the Park & Recreation Department (P&R) has been focusing on replacing existing cracked
asphalt courts with reinforced concrete or post-tension concrete courts, which will last in excess of
20 years. These renovations also allow for the types and numbers of courts at a particular park to
be modified to better match current neighborhood interests and maintenance resources.
Recommendation/Actions: Provide comment regarding existing inventory, community interests
and funding priorities for the 2021 Athletic Court CIP program.
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Agenda Report: https://www.wichita.gov/Council/DABAgendasMinutes/2021-03-
01%20DAB%206%202021%20Athletic%20Court%20Inventory%20and%20proposed%20CIP%20Program%2
0Staff%20Report.pdf
Attachment: https://www.wichita.gov/Council/DABAgendasMinutes/2021-03-
01%20DAB%206%202021%20Athletic%20Court%20Inventory%20and%20proposed%20CIP%20Program%2
0Staff%20Report.pdf
9. CON2021-00003
Kathy Morgan, Senior Planner, Metropolitan Area Planning Department will present an
application on behalf of Robert and Marie Coleman (Applicant) Bob McFadden (contract purchaser)
/ Baughman Company, Phil Meyer (Agent). The applicant requests a Conditional Use for a
“Personal Improvement Service” for a hair salon on property zoned GO General Office within the
Delano Overlay Zoning District. The site is generally located on the south side of McLean
Boulevard, west of the West Side Athletic Park at Athenian and McLean (605 North Mclean). The
property is currently developed with a one-story vacant office/medical building (approximately 1,474
square feet) with a paved parking area. The applicant plans to remodel the existing brick building.
The properties surrounding the subject site are zoned SF-5 Single-Family Residential and TF-3 and
are developed with single-family dwellings and a legal non-conforming storage/office building.
McLean Boulevard runs along the north side of the property.
The Wichita-Sedgwick County Unified Zoning Code (“UZC”) defines “Personal Improvement
Service” as an establishment primarily engaged in the provision of informational, instructional,
personal improvement and similar services of a non-professional nature. Typical uses include:
portrait shops, photography studios, art and music schools, licensed massage therapists, health
and fitness studios, swimming clubs and handicraft or hobby instruction.
RECOMMENDATION: Based on information available prior to the public hearings, planning staff
recommends that the request be APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in general conformance with the approved site
plan, and in conformance with all applicable regulations, including but not limited to:
licensing requirements, building, fire and utility regulations or codes.
2. If the Zoning Administrator finds that there is a violation of any of the conditions of the
Conditional Use, the Zoning Administrator, in addition to enforcing the other remedies set
forth in Article VII hereof, may, with the concurrence of the Planning Director, declare the
Conditional Use null and void.
This recommendation is based on the following findings:
1. The zoning, uses and character of the neighborhood: The properties surrounding the
subject site are zoned SF-5 Single-Family Residential and TF-3 and are developed with
single-family dwellings and a legal non-conforming storage/office building. McLean
Boulevard runs along the north side of the property.
2. The suitability of the subject property for the uses to which it has been restricted: The
property is zoned GO which allows a conditional use approval for personal improvement
services. There have been businesses operating in this location since 1983.
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3. Extent to which removal of the restrictions will detrimentally affect nearby property: Approval
of the request should not detrimentally impact nearby properties. The site is developed with
adequate on-site parking and required screening to accommodate the proposed use.
4. Conformance of the requested change to the adopted or recognized Comprehensive Plan
and policies: The adopted Wichita-Sedgwick County Comprehensive Plan, the Community
Investments Plan, identifies the site as within the “Established Center Area” which is the
focus of the Wichita: Places for People Urban Infill Plan. The Urban Infill Plan identifies this
location as an area of stability is characterized by residential, business services, and parks
and amenities along the south bank of the Arkansas River.
5. Impact of the proposed development on community facilities: No additional community
facilities demand will be created by allowing this request.
The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission public hearing was held on February 18, 2021.
CON2021-00003 Staff Report: https://www.wichita.gov/Council/DABAgendasMinutes/2021-03-
01%20DAB%206%20CON2021-00003%20MAPC%20Staff%20Report.pdf
10. ZON2021-00002
Kathy Morgan, Senior Planner, Metropolitan Area Planning Department will present an
application on behalf of Clifford & Linda Varner (owners), Kirk Richards (Agent/Contract Purchaser).
The applicant/owner is requesting the rezoning of lots located at 777 & 781 North St. Paul Street
from Single-Family Residential (SF-5) to TF-3 Two Family Residential (TF-3). The subject property
is generally located 900 feet west of N. Mclean Boulevard and 1,200 feet north of West Central
Avenue. The applicant desires to construct five (5) duplexes as shown on the site plan drawing
attached to the application. The applicant will have to re-plat the property.
The subject property is approximately 39,000 square feet, (150-feet wide by 260-feet deep). The
applicant will need to file for an administrative adjustments to reduce the front yard setbacks from
25-feet to 20-feet and the rear yard setback from 20-feet to 16-feet as shown on the proposed site
plan. The site plan shows an interior street circulation, intended to provide access and
accommodate the north/south sewer line that split the lots in half. TF-3 zoning district requires a 25-
foot front setback and a 20-foot rear setback. The applicant is requesting to reduce the front
setback to 20 feet and the rear setback to 16 feet.
The surrounding properties are zoned SF-5 and are developed with single-family residences on
0.42 acre lots. There are TF-3 zoned lots, several which have two or more buildings (4 to 8
dwelling units) within a 1,000 feet radius of the property. There is GO General Office zoned
property within 650 feet to the west and south of the subject property developed with medical
offices and an 87 unit retirement village.
RECOMMENDATION: Based upon the information available at the time the staff report was
completed, staff recommends APPROVAL of the zone change request, with a Protective Overlay
#363 as follows:
1. The property shall be replatted or shall be limited to one duplex unit per zoning lot.
2. A Conditional Use for multi-family dwellings will be required if there is more than one duplex
per zoning lot.
3. The following conditions shall apply:
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a. Garages. The garage face shall occupy no more than 50 percent of the ground-level
façade facing the street and may not project more than five feet in front of the main
facade.
b. Entrances. Pedestrian scaled entry shall be a prominent feature of the front
elevation. Front doors shall be oriented to the street in front of the units.
c. Architectural Variety. Developments shall achieve architectural variety by
accommodating a variety of architectural styles that are compatible or consistent with
the surrounding neighborhood, variation of the same architectural style, and through
the use of multiple design elements. Duplicative house facades adjacent to each
other are highly discouraged. Simple reverse configurations of the same house
design on adjacent lots are not sufficient to meet this standard.
d. Windows and Transparency. Transparent windows and/or doors facing the street
are required. To meet this requirement, at least 10 percent of the façade must be
transparent. The façade is measured from the base of the house to the start of the
roofline and any other vertical walls facing the street, except for gabled portions of
the facade not containing livable floor area. Garages facing the street shall count as
part of the façade.
e. Roof Design. Roofs shall have variation in roof planes in order to break up the large
roof mass through dormers, gables, or changes in elevation. Roof forms and roof
pitches of porches, dormers and garages shall be consistent and complement the
building style within the neighborhood.
f. Siding materials. Siding materials shall be appropriate to the architectural style of
the structure. Traditional materials consistent with the neighborhood architectural
styles are encouraged such as wood, masonry and brick. Siding materials and
window trim should be consistent on all sides of the structures.
g. HVAC. HVAC units shall be located away from the front of the buildings and
screened from public view through landscaping and/or screen walls.
4. The parking area shall not cover more than 50% of the front yard and trash dumpsters shall
not be permitted in front of each duplex building.
5. A site plan shall be approved by the Director of Planning before any building permits are
issued.
Prior to publishing the ordinance establishing the zone change, the applicants shall record a
document with the Register of Deeds indicating that this tract includes special conditions for
development on this property.
The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission public hearing for this item will be on March 4, 2021.
ZON2021-00002 Staff Report: https://www.wichita.gov/Council/DABAgendasMinutes/2021-03-
01%20DAB%206%20ZON2021-00002%20MAPC%20Staff%20Report.pdf
11. ZON2021-00003 & CON2021-00004
Kathy Morgan, Senior Planner, Metropolitan Area Planning Department will present an
application on behalf of Juan Delgado (owner) Bobby Decker and Jarrod Dunken /applicants). The
applicant is requesting a zone change from GC General Commercial (“GC”) on 0.5 acre to GI
General Industrial (“GI”) and a Conditional Use (CON2021-00004) to allow for the storage of
wrecked vehicles and an impound yard on 1.71 acres. There will be no dismantling of wrecked
vehicles or parts sales at this location. The property will only be used for wrecked and impounded
vehicles.
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The subject property is one zoning lot with GC and GI zoning. The site is generally located 350 feet
west of North Broadway and 150 feet south of East 29th Street North between North Market and
Park Place. The property is currently developed with metal storage/warehouse building. The
Unified Zoning Code (UZC) definition of a “wrecking and salvage yard” includes the proposed use:
“…a lot, land, or structure used for the collecting, dismantling, storing, and/or salvaging of
machinery, equipment, appliances, inoperable vehicles, vehicle parts, bulky waste, salvage
materials, junk, or discarded materials; and/or for the sale of parts thereof. Typical uses include
motor vehicle salvage yards and junkyards.” The UZC, Art III, Sec III-D.6.e, requires a Conditional
Use for a wrecking/salvage yard in the GI zoning district and requires that the use not abut an
arterial street.
The preliminary site plan (attached) indicates the location of the main office building, customer
parking, and the wrecked vehicle storage and impound lot. A final scaled landscape and site plan
will be required for approval by the Planning Director before any permits are issued.
The property to the north is zoned GI and is developed with an auction building. East of the subject
property is zoned GC and is developed with a neighborhood shopping center. South of the subject
property is B Multi-Family and is developed with a single-family residence. West of the site is
zoned GC and is developed the auction warehouse/storage.
RECOMMENDATION: Based upon information available prior to the public hearing, planning staff
recommends that the requested GI General Industrial zoning with a Protective Overlay and
Conditional Use for a Wrecking and Salvage Yard be APPROVED, subject to the following
Protective Overlay and the Conditional Use conditions:
Protective Overlay #365:
The GI zoning lot (Lots 27 through 34, Block B, Montrose Park Addition) shall be limited to
permitted uses allowed in GC zoning and the operation of a vehicle impound lot and wrecked
vehicle storage lot.
CON2021-00004
1. The Conditional Use shall authorize the operation of an impound lot, and wrecked vehicle
storage. In no event shall dismantling of wrecked vehicles and/or sale of salvage parts be
permitted in conjunction with this use.
2. Screening along the south property line abutting B-Multi-Family zoning shall be provided in the
form of an eight-foot solid screening wall and one-and-one-half times the required landscaping
(nine (9) shade trees and a 15-foot buffer) per the UZC and City of Wichita Landscape Code.
3. The site shall be developed in accordance with an updated site and landscape plan.
4. Wrecked or impounded vehicles shall not be stacked.
5. The applicant shall maintain at all times an active program for the eradication and control of
rodents.
6. Weeds shall be controlled within the fenced area and adjacent to and along the outside
perimeter of the subject property.
7. Any locking devices on entrance gates shall meet Fire Department requirements. Access to
and within the vehicle (wrecked and impounded) storage yard shall provide fire lanes per the
direction and approval of the Fire Department.
8. Employee parking spaces shall be provided per the UZC.
9. Access to the subject property shall be provided for on-going inspections of the site for soil
and groundwater contaminants by Environmental Services and other applicable governmental
agencies. If the inspections determine it to be necessary, the applicant shall be required to
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install monitoring wells on the property to monitor the quality of groundwater and shall pay the
cost of an annual groundwater test for contaminants as designated by Environmental
Services.
10. The applicant shall obtain and maintain all applicable local, state, and federal permits
necessary for the operation of wrecked vehicle storage and vehicle impound lot.
If the Zoning Administrator finds that there is a violation of any of the conditions of the Conditional
Use, the Zoning Administrator, in addition to enforcing the other remedies set forth in the Unified
Zoning Code, may, with the concurrence of the Planning Director, declare that the Conditional Use
is null and void.
The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission public hearing for this item will be on March 4, 2021.
ZON2021-00003 & CON2021-00004 Staff Report:
https://www.wichita.gov/Council/DABAgendasMinutes/2021-03-01%20DAB%206%20ZON2021-
00003%20and%20CON2021-00004%20MAPC%20Staff%20Report.pdf
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Board Agenda
12. Updates, Issues, and Reports
Reports from Council Member Cindy Claycomb and the DAB on any activities, events, resources,
issues, or concerns in the neighborhoods, council district, and/or city.
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Adjournment
The next District 6 Advisory Board meeting will be held virtually at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, March
17, 2021.
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Agenda Item No.7
City of Wichita
District Advisory Board
March 1, 2021
TO: District Advisory Board Members
SUBJECT: Places for People Implementation – Land Bank and Zoning
INITIATED BY: Metropolitan Area Planning Department
AGENDA: New Business
Recommendation: Receive and file, provide comments as desired.
Background: In December 2105, the City of Wichita adopted the Wichita-Sedgwick County
Community Investments Plan. The plan recommends developing an Urban Infill Strategy for the
Established Central Area (ECA).
In 2019, the City adopted an urban infill strategy for the Established Central Area. Known as the Places
for People Plan, it was developed through a civic planning process over multiple years. The process
included more than 55 public meetings / events and a community survey. The plan presents a future
community vision of:
strong neighborhoods,
vibrant centers, and
a strong Wichita economy.
In order to help achieve that vision, the plan makes recommendations for infill reinvestment, improving
conditions for walking, improving transportation options, and increased housing choices / options. The
plan recommends that the City work to help accomplish these by: updating the zoning regulations;
creating a land bank; and developing a strategic investment strategy.
On November 16, 2020, the Wichita City Council received a presentation on proposals for zoning updates
and the creation of a Wichita land bank. In February 2020, the City hosted two social media town hall
events to collect public feedback about the proposals. This March, the City is collecting public input in a
variety of ways – including presentations to district advisory boards, community groups, and
stakeholders. In addition, individuals can also submit input on the project webpage
www.wichita.gov/placesforpeople, City social media channels, email, phone, and mail. Comments will be
used to help evaluate the proposals and identify updates.
Analysis: This presentation will cover two implementation actions recommended in the Places for
People Plan: 1) creation of a land bank; 2) updates to the zoning code. Below is an analysis/review of
each proposal.
Land Bank
In the State of Kansas, a land bank is a government entity focused on the conversion of land (i.e. vacant,
abandoned, tax delinquent) to productive use. Land banks have the ability to acquire and sell/transfer
properties; request the abatement of taxes and assessments; and sort through property title issues. The
proposal for the creation of a Wichita land bank would create the land bank as an entity of the City, with a
board of trustees appointed by Wichita City Council Members. The land bank would be focused on the
Established Central Area and prioritize the creation of affordable housing and neighborhood
revitalization. The following draft documents are available for review at
www.Wichita.gov/placesforpeople: administrative policy guidelines, ordinance, and bylaws.
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Zoning Updates
The Wichita-Sedgwick County Unified Zoning Code regulates land use and select design elements for
properties in the unincorporated county and in the city. The proposed changes would provide:
greater flexibility to meet community needs and market demands;
faster application reviews and zoning authorization, with less process variability;
inclusion of design standards to improve compatibility with surrounding neighborhoods and
walkability.
The proposed zoning changes are limited to residential uses: accessory apartments, duplexes , single-
family houses on compact lots, and multi-unit homes (i.e. townhomes and small scale apartment
buildings).
Financial Considerations: Based on a survey of other land banks, staff anticipate than a Wichita land
bank would require some level of subsidy. The zoning updates are anticipated to gradually increase the
financial resiliency of the City and County; through re-investment in areas with existing infrastructure and
currently receiving
Legal Considerations: There are no legal considerations for the recommended action. Legal review will
be necessary prior to consideration of any action to create and implement a Wichita land bank; or
adoption of updates to the Unified Zoning Code.
Recommendations/Actions: It is recommended that the District Advisory Board receive and file the
presentation; providing comments as desired.
Attachment: None
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Agenda Item No. 8
City of Wichita
District Advisory Board Meetings, All Districts
March, 2021
TO: City Councilpersons and District Advisory Board Members
SUBJECT: 2021 Athletic Court Inventory and proposed CIP Program
INITIATED BY: Department of Park & Recreation
AGENDA: New Business
Recommendations: Provide comment regarding existing inventory, community interests and funding
priorities for the 2021 Athletic Court CIP program.
Background: The 2021-2030 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) includes funding annually to
renovate athletic courts within the Park System. The 2021 CIP includes $225,000 for Athletic Court
Improvements, which includes tennis, futsal, pickleball, basketball and multi-use courts. In recent years,
the Park & Recreation Department (P&R) has been focusing on replacing existing cracked asphalt courts
with reinforced concrete or post-tension concrete courts, which will last in excess of 20 years. These
renovations also allow for the types and numbers of courts at a particular park to be modified to better
match current neighborhood interests and maintenance resources.
Analysis: All of P&R’s athletic courts were inspected during the winter of 2020. Results were analyzed
and ranked based on a variety of conditions and priorities. The Board of Park Commissioners and
District Advisory Boards will be reviewing the athletic court inventory and renovation program in
February and early March, providing additional input and enabling public comment. Funding levels in
2021 should accommodate the renovation of up to three courts.
The asphalt basketball courts at Boston (6655 E. Zimmerly), Harvest (9500 Provincial) and Planeview
(2819 Fees) parks are in the top ten list of courts in poor condition and have been tentatively prioritized
for renovation. If bid pricing allows, any 2021 funds that remain will be used to renovate additional
athletic courts at other parks.
Financial Considerations: The 2021-2030 Adopted Capital Improvement Program contains $225,000 in
2021 for Athletic Court Improvements. The funding source for this project is General Obligation bonds.
Legal Considerations: The comments provided by DAB members, citizens, and various community
groups will be used to identify community requests and develop P&R’s athletic court renovation program.
Recommendation: Provide comment regarding existing inventory, community interests and funding
priorities for the 2021 Athletic Court CIP program.
Attachment: Presentation.
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2021 ATHLETIC COURT SYSTEM
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM
January, 2021
CURRENT ATHLETIC COURT SYSTEM (177 TOTAL):
71 Tennis courts – 16 at RWTC
40 Basketball/Multi use courts (not all full-sized)
38 Sand Volleyball courts – 32 at Watson
19 Outdoor pickleball courts – 9 at RWTC
3 Tetherball courts
3 Futsal
2 Tennis practice walls
1 Shuffleboard court
CURRENT ATHLETIC COURT CIP FUNDING:
$225,000 annually - 2021 through 2030 - $2.25M total
Averages out to under $17K per court
Many courts will not need
additional work
Courts in poor condition
need to be removed and replaced
SAMPLE COST OF COURT IMPROVEMENTS:
$160K - Post-tension futsal court with special goal material
$75K - Post-tension single tennis court or double pickleball
court
$70K – Post-tension basketball
court
$60K – Concrete slab basketball
court
$10-$15K each – Temporary
crack repair and resurfacing of
asphalt courts – may only last 1-2
years
NO NEW/REHABBED COURT LIGHTING:
Current court rehab needs, funding levels and
maintenance resources will not support installation of
new court lighting at non-programmable courts
Lighting systems must be of excellent quality to stand
up to public use with minimal maintenance
• lighting systems used at RWTC and Stryker have a 25-year
maintenance plan with the vendor
$40-$50K – cost per court for quality lighting system
Stryker lighting was $1.5M
RECENT ATHLETIC COURT PROJECTS:
Harrison Tennis/Futsal – double tennis court removed
and replaced with post-tension tennis/futsal
Harrison Basketball – post-tension basketball court
Sherwood Glen Basketball – a half-basketball court
with pickleball striping for portable nets
Evergreen Park – Tennis court modified for futsal
West Meadows Park – Asphalt cracks repaired and
court resurfaced. Court will be monitored closely as these
types of repairs are usually short-term and not cost
effective.
CURRENT ATHLETIC COURT PROJECTS:
Ralph Wulz Riverside Tennis Center –
• 13 tennis courts replaced and/or resurfaced
• 3 additional tennis courts
• 6 new pickleball courts
• Additional lighting and plaza area
• Surfacing and striping in spring
• $1.5M CIP funding with $400K grant
Under Design:
Osage Park – double tennis to be replaced with single tennis and two
pickleball courts
Spruce Park – basketball court to be removed and replaced
Piatt Park – basketball court to be removed and replaced
Inventory Adjustment:
Southview Park – double tennis court in poor condition to be removed and
restored to green space based on public survey results
COURT CONDITION INVENTORY:
Courts assessed annually by staff and assigned
condition ranking based on:
• Size/classification of Park per PROS Plan
• Court material (asphalt or concrete)
• Court cracking – number of cracks
• Crack size and severity
• Condition of nets and posts
• Condition of marking/striping
• Complaints from park patrons
• Requests for new/other courts
ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
Community engagement
• DAB and City Council presentations
• Public Surveys as warranted
• Local group input
Free play (area parks) vs. programmable (RWTC)
Possible reduction of athletic court system to reflect
current uses and ease maintenance resources
TOP 10 COURTS (WORST CONDITION):
• Basketball: • Tennis:
• Boston • Country Acres
• Cessna E • Sycamore
• Columbine
• Country Acres
• Emery
• Harvest
• Murdock
• Planeview
PROPOSED 2021 PROGRAM:
2021 focus on replacing asphalt basketball courts with
concrete courts and new backboards
$225,000 in 2021 funding should accommodate 3
basketball courts:
Boston
Harvest
Planeview
Assess Country Acres and Sycamore athletic courts
EXPANSION OF PROGRAMMABLE COURTS:
Additional funding to be requested in
future CIP for tournament-quality
court systems
RWTC expansion complete by May
• Will allow for larger tennis tournaments
• Pickleball courts will be programmable
Edgemoor (6 tennis and 6 pickleball) and McAdams (6
adult courts, 2 youth courts) could be rehabilitated to
attract larger tournaments
Increased revenue from tournament programming will
help offset maintenance costs
QUESTIONS
Park & Recreation Department
Troy Houtman, Director
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9
STAFF REPORT
MAPC February 18, 2021
DAB VI March 1, 2021
CASE NUMBER: CON2021-00003 (City)
APPLICANT/AGENT: Robert and Marie Coleman (owners) / Bob McFadden (contract
purchaser) / Baughman Company, Phil Meyer (Agent)
REQUEST: Conditional Use for a Personal Improvement Service
CURRENT ZONING: GO General Office
SITE SIZE: 0.24 acre
LOCATION: Generally located on the south side of McLean Boulevard, west of the
West Side Athletic Park at Athenian and McLean (605 North Mclean)
WCC District VI
PROPOSED USE: Hair Salon
BACKGROUND: The applicant requests a Conditional Use for a “Personal Improvement Service” for a
hair salon on property zoned GO General Office within the Delano Overlay Zoning District. The site is
generally located on the south side of McLean Boulevard, west of the West Side Athletic Park at
Athenian and McLean (605 North Mclean). The property is currently developed with a one-story vacant
office/medical building (approximately 1,474 square feet) with a paved parking area. The applicant plans
to remodel the existing brick building.
The properties surrounding the subject site are zoned SF-5 Single-Family Residential and TF-3 and are
developed with single-family dwellings and a legal non-conforming storage/office building. McLean
Boulevard runs along the north side of the property.
The Wichita-Sedgwick County Unified Zoning Code (“UZC”) defines “Personal Improvement Service”
as an establishment primarily engaged in the provision of informational, instructional, personal
improvement and similar services of a non-professional nature. Typical uses include: portrait shops,
photography studios, art and music schools, licensed massage therapists, health and fitness studios,
swimming clubs and handicraft or hobby instruction.
CASE HISTORY:
The subject property was re-platted in 1983 as the TNT Addition. Personal Improvement Services are
allowed in GO only by a Conditional Use.
ADJACENT ZONING AND LAND USE:
NORTH: R-O-W N. McLean Boulevard
SOUTH: SF-5, TF-3 Residential, Office/Warehouse
EAST: SF-5 West Side Athletic Park
WEST: SF-5, TF-3 Residential
PUBLIC SERVICES: The property is serviced by all publicly supplied municipal services. North
McLean Boulevard is a four-lane arterial street with 80 feet of right-of-way. The site has direct access to
North McLean Boulevard.
CONFORMANCE TO PLANS/POLICIES: The adopted Wichita-Sedgwick County Comprehensive
Plan, the Community Investments Plan, identifies the site as within the “Established Center Area” which
is the focus of the Wichita: Places for People Urban Infill Plan. The Urban Infill Plan identifies this
location as an area of stability is characterized by residential, business services, and parks and amenities
along the south bank of the Arkansas River.
RECOMMENDATION: Based on information available prior to the public hearings, planning staff
recommends that the request be APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in general conformance with the approved site plan,
and in conformance with all applicable regulations, including but not limited to: licensing
requirements, building, fire and utility regulations or codes.
2. If the Zoning Administrator finds that there is a violation of any of the conditions of the
Conditional Use, the Zoning Administrator, in addition to enforcing the other remedies set forth
in Article VII hereof, may, with the concurrence of the Planning Director, declare the Conditional
Use null and void.
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This recommendation is based on the following findings:
1. The zoning, uses and character of the neighborhood: The properties surrounding the subject site
are zoned SF-5 Single-Family Residential and TF-3 and are developed with single-family
dwellings and a legal non-conforming storage/office building. McLean Boulevard runs along the
north side of the property.
2. The suitability of the subject property for the uses to which it has been restricted: The property is
zoned GO which allows a conditional use approval for personal improvement services. There
have been businesses operating in this location since 1983.
3. Extent to which removal of the restrictions will detrimentally affect nearby property: Approval of
the request should not detrimentally impact nearby properties. The site is developed with
adequate on-site parking and required screening to accommodate the proposed use.
4. Conformance of the requested change to the adopted or recognized Comprehensive Plan and
policies: The adopted Wichita-Sedgwick County Comprehensive Plan, the Community
Investments Plan, identifies the site as within the “Established Center Area” which is the focus of
the Wichita: Places for People Urban Infill Plan. The Urban Infill Plan identifies this location as
an area of stability is characterized by residential, business services, and parks and amenities
along the south bank of the Arkansas River.
5. Impact of the proposed development on community facilities: No additional community facilities
demand will be created by allowing this request.
Attachments:
Zoning Map
Aerial Map
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Zoning Map
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Aerial Map
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 10
STAFF REPORT
MAPC March 4, 2021
DAB VI March 1, 2021
CASE NUMBER: ZON2021-00002 (City)
APPLICANT/AGENT: Clifford & Linda Varner (owners), Kirk Richards (Agent/Contract Purchaser)
REQUEST: TF-3 Two-Family Residential
CURRENT ZONING: SF-5 Single-Family Residential
SITE SIZE: 0.89 acre
LOCATION: Generally located 1,200 feet north of West Central Avenue and 900 feet west
of North McLean Boulevard (777 & 781 North St. Paul Street) District VI
PROPOSED USE: Duplex
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BACKGROUND: The applicant/owner is requesting the rezoning of lots located at 777 & 781 North St. Paul
Street from Single-Family Residential (SF-5) to TF-3 Two Family Residential (TF-3). The subject property
is generally located 900 feet west of N. Mclean Boulevard and 1,200 feet north of West Central Avenue. The
applicant desires to construct five (5) duplexes as shown on the site plan drawing attached to the application.
The applicant will have to re-plat the property.
The subject property is approximately 39,000 square feet, (150-feet wide by 260-feet deep). The applicant
will need to file for an administrative adjustments to reduce the front yard setbacks from 25-feet to 20-feet and
the rear yard setback from 20-feet to 16-feet as shown on the proposed site plan. The site plan shows an
interior street circulation, intended to provide access and accommodate the north/south sewer line that split the
lots in half. TF-3 zoning district requires a 25-foot front setback and a 20-foot rear setback. The applicant is
requesting to reduce the front setback to 20 feet and the rear setback to 16 feet.
The surrounding properties are zoned SF-5 and are developed with single-family residences on 0.42 acre lots.
There are TF-3 zoned lots, several which have two or more buildings (4 to 8 dwelling units) within a 1,000
feet radius of the property. There is GO General Office zoned property within 650 feet to the west and south
of the subject property developed with medical offices and an 87 unit retirement village.
CASE HISTORY: In April 1924, the lots were platted as Sim Park Gardens Addition. No other zoning cases
are associated with this property.
ADJACENT ZONING AND LAND USE:
NORTH: SF-5 Single-family residences
SOUTH: SF-5 Single-family residences
EAST: SF-5 Single-family residences
WEST: SF-5 Single-family residences
PUBLIC SERVICES: North St. Paul Avenue is a local, paved collector street with a 60-foot right-of-way.
The property has access to West Central Avenue from St. Paul Avenue and to North McLean Boulevard by
other local connector streets. Water and Sewer Utilities are available to the site and can accommodate any
additional demand created by the zone change.
CONFORMANCE TO PLANS/POLICIES: The Wichita-Sedgwick County Community Investments Plan,
identifies the area in which the site is located Established Central Area. The site is located within the urban
infill strategy area Wichita: Places for People plan, where residential development is encouraged. The uses
envisioned for redevelopment in this area include duplexes. The Community Investments Plan identifies the
property as appropriate for residential and defines residential as a variety of housing types including duplexes.
RECOMMENDATION: Based upon the information available at the time the staff report was completed,
staff recommends APPROVAL of the zone change request, with a Protective Overlay #363 as follows:
1. The property shall be replatted or shall be limited to one duplex unit per zoning lot.
2. A Conditional Use for multi-family dwellings will be required if there is more than one duplex per zoning
lot.
3. The following conditions shall apply:
a. Garages. The garage face shall occupy no more than 50 percent of the ground-level façade facing
the street and may not project more than five feet in front of the main facade.
b. Entrances. Pedestrian scaled entry shall be a prominent feature of the front elevation. Front doors
shall be oriented to the street in front of the units.
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c. Architectural Variety. Developments shall achieve architectural variety by accommodating a
variety of architectural styles that are compatible or consistent with the surrounding neighborhood,
variation of the same architectural style, and through the use of multiple design elements.
Duplicative house facades adjacent to each other are highly discouraged. Simple reverse
configurations of the same house design on adjacent lots are not sufficient to meet this standard.
d. Windows and Transparency. Transparent windows and/or doors facing the street are required.
To meet this requirement, at least 10 percent of the façade must be transparent. The façade is
measured from the base of the house to the start of the roofline and any other vertical walls facing
the street, except for gabled portions of the facade not containing livable floor area. Garages facing
the street shall count as part of the façade.
e. Roof Design. Roofs shall have variation in roof planes in order to break up the large roof mass
through dormers, gables, or changes in elevation. Roof forms and roof pitches of porches, dormers
and garages shall be consistent and complement the building style within the neighborhood.
f. Siding materials. Siding materials shall be appropriate to the architectural style of the structure.
Traditional materials consistent with the neighborhood architectural styles are encouraged such as
wood, masonry and brick. Siding materials and window trim should be consistent on all sides of
the structures.
g. HVAC. HVAC units shall be located away from the front of the buildings and screened from
public view through landscaping and/or screen walls.
4. The parking area shall not cover more than 50% of the front yard and trash dumpsters shall not be permitted
in front of each duplex building.
5. A site plan shall be approved by the Director of Planning before any building permits are issued.
6. Prior to publishing the ordinance establishing the zone change, the applicants shall record a document with
the Register of Deeds indicating that this tract includes special conditions for development on this property.
This recommendation is based on the following findings:
1. The zoning, uses and character of the neighborhood: The surrounding properties are zoned SF-5
and are developed with single-family residences. There are TF-3 zoned lots within a 1,000 feet radius
of the property. There is LC Limited Commercial zoned lots located one-half block south of the
subject property at all four corners of the intersection of West St. Louis Avenue and North Anna Street.
2. The suitability of the subject property for the uses to which it has been restricted: The property
is presently zoned SF-5 Single Family Residential and the property could be developed with a new
single-family dwelling.
3. Extent to which removal of the restrictions will detrimentally affect nearby property: Most
subdivisions platted and developed prior to the 1950s are in use as single-family residences and
duplexes. Because of the similarity of residential use, the UZC does not require screening between
SF-5 and TF-3 zoning districts.
4. Conformance of the requested change to the adopted or recognized Comprehensive Plan and
policies: The Wichita-Sedgwick County Community Investments Plan, identifies the area in which the
site is located Established Central Area. The site is located within the urban infill strategy area, where
residential development is encouraged. The uses envisioned for redevelopment in this area include
duplexes. The Community Investments Plan identifies the property as appropriate for residential and
defines residential as a variety of housing types including duplexes.
5. Impact of the proposed development on community facilities: Development of the property with
the requested zoning is not anticipated to have significant adverse impacts on community facilities or
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resources. On-site parking will be required for the new development. All public improvements are
available to serve the property.
Attachments: Zoning Map, Land Use, Aerial Map, Site Plan
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ZON2021-00002
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 11
STAFF REPORT
MAPC March 4, 2021 (City)
DAB VI March 1, 2021
CASE NUMBER: ZON2021-00003 & CON2021-00004
APPLICANT/AGENT: Juan Delgado (owner) Bobby Decker and Jarrod Dunken /applicants)
REQUEST: Zone change to GI General Industrial (“GI”), and a Conditional Use for an
Impound Lot and Wrecked Vehicle Storage
CURRENT ZONING: GC General Commercial (“GC”), GI General Industrial (“GI”)
SITE SIZE: 0.5 acre
LOCATION: Generally located 350 feet west of North Broadway and 150 feet south of
East 29th Street North between North Park Place and North Market Street.
(District VI)
PROPOSED USE: Storage of wrecked and impounded vehicles
BACKGROUND: The applicant is requesting a zone change from GC General Commercial
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(“GC”) on 0.5 acre to GI General Industrial (“GI”) and a Conditional Use (CON2021-00004) to
allow for the storage of wrecked vehicles and an impound yard on 1.71 acres. There will be no
dismantling of wrecked vehicles or parts sales at this location. The property will only be used for
wrecked and impounded vehicles.
The subject property is one zoning lot with GC and GI zoning. The site is generally located 350
feet west of North Broadway and 150 feet south of East 29th Street North between North Market
and Park Place. The property is currently developed with metal storage/warehouse building. The
Unified Zoning Code (UZC) definition of a “wrecking and salvage yard” includes the proposed
use: “…a lot, land, or structure used for the collecting, dismantling, storing, and/or salvaging of
machinery, equipment, appliances, inoperable vehicles, vehicle parts, bulky waste, salvage
materials, junk, or discarded materials; and/or for the sale of parts thereof. Typical uses include
motor vehicle salvage yards and junkyards.” The UZC, Art III, Sec III-D.6.e, requires a
Conditional Use for a wrecking/salvage yard in the GI zoning district and requires that the use not
abut an arterial street.
The preliminary site plan (attached) indicates the location of the main office building, customer
parking, and the wrecked vehicle storage and impound lot. A final scaled landscape and site plan
will be required for approval by the Planning Director before any permits are issued.
The property to the north is zoned GI and is developed with an auction building. East of the subject
property is zoned GC and is developed with a neighborhood shopping center. South of the subject
property is B Multi-Family and is developed with a single-family residence. West of the site is
zoned GC and is developed the auction warehouse/storage.
CASE HISTORY: The Montrose Park addition was platted in March, 1932. There are no recent
cases associated with this site.
ADJACENT ZONING AND LAND USE:
NORTH: GI Palmer Auction House
SOUTH: B Single-Family residence since 1935
EAST: GC Neighborhood Shopping Center
WEST: GC, B Palmer Auction warehouse/storage, Single-Family residences (ca.
1938)
PUBLIC SERVICES: The subject property has access to North Broadway Avenue, a 4-lane
paved arterial street from East 28th Street North and East 29th Street North via North Market Street.
All municipal utilities are available to the subject site.
CONFORMANCE TO PLANS/POLICIES: The “2035 Wichita Future Growth Concept Map”
of the Community Investments Plan identifies this location as being located on the boundary of
the Established Central Area with industrial development in proximity to residential uses. The
Future Growth Map indicates this area as a mix of industrial, commercial and residential use.
RECOMMENDATION: Based upon information available prior to the public hearing, planning
staff recommends that the requested GI General Industrial zoning with a Protective Overlay and
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Conditional Use for a Wrecking and Salvage Yard be APPROVED, subject to the following
Protective Overlay and the Conditional Use conditions:
Protective Overlay #365:
The GI zoning lot (Lots 27 through 34, Block B, Montrose Park Addition) shall be limited to
permitted uses allowed in GC zoning and the operation of a vehicle impound lot and wrecked
vehicle storage lot.
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1. The Conditional Use shall authorize the operation of an impound lot, and wrecked vehicle
storage. In no event shall dismantling of wrecked vehicles and/or sale of salvage parts be
permitted in conjunction with this use.
2. Screening along the south property line abutting B-Multi-Family zoning shall be provided in
the form of an eight-foot solid screening wall and one-and-one-half times the required
landscaping (nine (9) shade trees and a 15-foot buffer) per the UZC and City of Wichita
Landscape Code.
3. The site shall be developed in accordance with an updated site and landscape plan.
4. Wrecked or impounded vehicles shall not be stacked.
5. The applicant shall maintain at all times an active program for the eradication and control of
rodents.
6. Weeds shall be controlled within the fenced area and adjacent to and along the outside
perimeter of the subject property.
7. Any locking devices on entrance gates shall meet Fire Department requirements. Access to
and within the vehicle (wrecked and impounded) storage yard shall provide fire lanes per the
direction and approval of the Fire Department.
8. Employee parking spaces shall be provided per the UZC.
9. Access to the subject property shall be provided for on-going inspections of the site for soil
and groundwater contaminants by Environmental Services and other applicable
governmental agencies. If the inspections determine it to be necessary, the applicant shall
be required to install monitoring wells on the property to monitor the quality of groundwater
and shall pay the cost of an annual groundwater test for contaminants as designated by
Environmental Services.
10. The applicant shall obtain and maintain all applicable local, state, and federal permits
necessary for the operation of wrecked vehicle storage and vehicle impound lot.
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11. If the Zoning Administrator finds that there is a violation of any of the conditions of the
Conditional Use, the Zoning Administrator, in addition to enforcing the other remedies set
forth in the Unified Zoning Code, may, with the concurrence of the Planning Director,
declare that the Conditional Use is null and void.
The staff’s recommendation is to approve the zone change with Protective Overlay #365 from GC
to GI and approve the Conditional Use for Wrecking/Salvage Yard is based on the following
findings:
1. The zoning, uses and character of the neighborhood: The property to the north is zoned
GI and is developed with an auction building. East of the subject property is zoned GC
and is developed with a neighborhood shopping center. South of the subject property is B
Multi-Family and is developed with a single-family residence. West of the site is zoned
GC and is developed the auction warehouse/storage (outdoor).
2. The suitability of the subject property for the uses to which it has been restricted: The GI
zoning would allow commercial and industrial uses that would allow a wide range of
commercial and industrial uses. With the zone change from GC to GI, an impound lot and
storage of wrecked vehicles may be permitted with a Conditional Use in the GI zoning
district.
3. Extent to which removal of the restrictions will detrimentally affect nearby property:
Detrimental affects on nearby property should be minimized by the recommended
conditions of approval, which include screening and landscaping.
4. Conformance of the requested change to adopted or recognized Plans/Policies: The “2035
Wichita Future Growth Concept Map” of the Community Investments Plan identifies this
location as being located within the Wichita City limit that reflects market place demand.
: The “2035 Wichita Future Growth Concept Map” of the Community Investments Plan
identifies this location as being located on the boundary of the Established Central Area
with industrial development in proximity to residential uses. The Future Growth Map
indicates this area as a mix of industrial, commercial and residential use.
5. Impact of the proposed development on community facilities: All utilities are available to
the site. The use of this property should have limited impact on community facilities, with
the possible exception of soil and groundwater contaminants.
Attachment:
Aerial Map
Zoning Map
Land Use Map
Zone Change area and Conditional Use area map
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Zone change from GC to GI with Conditional Use overlay
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