HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-17-2018 MinutesPLANNING COMMISSION
July 17, 2018
MINUTES
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Judi Roland called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, first
floor at 25 West Main Street, Auburn, WA.
a.) ROLL CALL/ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM
Commissioners present: Chair Judi Roland, Vice -Chair Lee, Commissioner Mason,
Commissioner Moutzouris, and Commissioner Stephens. Commissioner Shin was
excused.
Staff present: Assistant City Attorney Steve Gross, Planning Services Manager Jeff
Dixon, Senior Planner Thaniel Gouk, and Administrative Assistant Tina Kriss.
Members of the public present: Shelly Pricco and Michael Jackson of Nexus Youth and
Families.
b.) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. June 5 — Regular Meeting Minutes
Commissioner Stephens moved and Commissioner Lee seconded to approve the
minutes from the June 5, 2018 meeting as written.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0
III. PUBLIC HEARING
No items were scheduled for public hearing.
IV. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Proposed Zoning Code Text Amendments to Add New Land Use Definition
Senior Planner Thaniel Gouk provided an overview of the Planning Commission
discussion from the June 5, 2018 meeting on the proposed definition for "community
support facilities" developed in response to the application by Nexus Youth and
Families, formerly known as Auburn Youth Resources ("AYR").
At the June 5, 2018 meeting, the Commission requested information for further
discussion. The requested information was provided in the packet distributed in
advance and includes information to address security at Nexus, zoning information
for Valley Cities Counseling and Lakeside-Milam Recovery Center and statistics on
the number of clients. A map was provided to show the location of Nexus facilities
and the proposed future expansion.
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Staff explained that language was added to the proposed definition to prohibit
parole/probation programs as was previously requested by the Commission. A
summary the court decision was also provided on the case: City of Edmonds, WA v.
Oxford House which was discussed with City Attorney Heid at the June meeting.
Staff reviewed the information that was provided to the Commission.
Senior Planner Gouk explained that in order to avoid the written structure of having
standards contained within a definition, the City Attorney Steve Gross suggested a
portion of the definition be moved to the "Standards for Specific Land Uses" of the
zoning code without changing the actual text. A hard copy of the proposed
modification was distributed to the Commission for review.
A vicinity map showing the current Nexus campus and its surroundings and the
future site plan with the location of the Arcadia House was also distributed.
A further discussion was held regarding the definition of "Community Support
Facility" and the ages of the youth and families served. A representative of Nexus,
Shelly Pricco, provided clarification that the future Arcadia House will service young
adults, ages 18-24. She stated that the transitional housing that consists of five,
three -bedroom units, would service ages 18-21.
The Commission asked about the statistics on number of clients. Ms. Pricco stated
the Nexus statistics within the HUD Annual Performance Report for 2017 include a
combination of drop -in, shelter, and transitional housing services. The statistics
within the report are provided from the HMIS database and data from Nexus Youth
and Families. Clarification was provided that of the 288 served in 2017 they did not
include behavior, health, and substance use disorder services.
Commissioner Lee asked why more 18 or over vs. 18 and under aged youth were
served. Ms. Pricco stated that the South King Youth Shelter (SKYS) — serving ages
12-17 was closed in 2017 and reopened in 2018. Nexus also began working with the
office of homeless youth in 2018 and increased outreach to those under 18. The
2018 statistics will show an increase to youth under 18.
The Commission and staff discussed noticing requirements for Nexus' Arcadia
House project. Staff explained that the approval of the demolition permit does not
require public noticing but during the earlier comprehensive plan amendment and
rezone of the site public notice was provided and no comments were received from
the surrounding property owners.
The Commission and staff discussed the next steps in the process and staff stated
the item could be scheduled for a public hearing after providing public notice if the
Commission concurs. The Commission acknowledged, they are comfortable with
bringing this item forward for a public hearing.
A discussion was held regarding adequate parking for the site. Staff reported that
due to the unique land use, Nexus has hired a traffic consultant to review the parking
generation while working with the City to determine the number of spaces required.
With no comparable facilities in the area and no comparable requirements
specifically listed in the zoning code parking table, the city's traffic engineer will be
working with Nexus to obtain the correct number of spaces to suit their needs. Staff
reported that overflow parking is currently available on the site.
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Staff will provide notice to the WA Department of Commerce, which requires a 30-
day comment period, and complete the public noticing requirements before bringing
the item back before the Commission.
In answer to the question if Valley Cities Counseling would be included under the
new definitions, staff clarified that Valley Cities would not be included under the new
definition because their existing facilities are not in located in the C-1 zoning district
and the new land use definition is proposed to only be allowed in the C1 zone.
B. Introductory Discussion of Items Docketed for Consideration as
Comprehensive Plan 2018 Annual Amendments
Planning Manager Jeff Dixon explained the City amends its Comprehensive Plan
annually. These are "annual amendments" that the City considers routinely each
year as distinguished from the "major update" of the Comprehensive Plan that was
adopted at the end of year 2015.
Private applicants are afforded an opportunity to submit either Map or Text
amendments, which were accepted through June 8, 2018. City initiated
amendments have also been brought forward as part of the annual amendment.
Staff presented the following items docketed for consideration as Comprehensive
Plan 2018 Annual Amendments:
Comprehensive Plan Text Amendments
• P/T #1 — Auburn School District Capital Facilities Plan
• P/T #2 — Dieringer School District Capital Facilities Plan
• P/T #3 — Federal Way School District Capital Facilities Plan
• P/T #4 — Kent School District Capital Facilities Plan
• P/T #5 — City of Auburn (COA) Capital Facilities Plan
• P/T #6 — Change Volume 1, Land Use, to clarify and distinguish the discussion of
the various subcategories of "Special Plan Areas".
• P/T #7 — Change Volume 6, Economic Development, to reflect preparation of the
COA Ten -Year Economic Development Strategic Plan.
• P/T #8 — Change Volume 1, Land Use, to re -incorporate Historic/Cultural
Resource policies.
• P/T #9 — Change Volume 1, Land Use, to revise approach to the 2015 map
designation of "Residential Transition Overlay".
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Comprehensive Plan Map Amendments
CPM #1 - City -initiated request Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map No. 1.1 in
Vol. 1, Land Use Element to remove the mapped designation of "Residential
Transition Overlay".
Privately -Initiated Amendments
CPM #2 - Request by Labrador Ventures LLC to change the designation of three
undeveloped parcels totaling 1.89 acres NE of 40th and I ST NE from the
"Residential Transition Overlay" to "Multiple Family Residential" and associated
rezone from "R-7, Residential 7 dwelling units per acre" to "R-20, 20 Dwelling
Units Per Acre".
CPM #3 - Request by Auburn School District to change the designation of two
developed parcels located west of Pioneer Elementary from "Single Family
Residential" to "Institutional" and associated rezone from "R-7, 7 dwelling units
per acre" to "I, Institutional" or "P-1, Public Use".
CPM#4 - Request by Auburn School District to change the designation of four
parcels (3 developed) located west of Kersey WY SE from "Residential
Conservancy" to "Institutional" and the associated rezone from "RC, Residential
Conservancy" to "I, Institutional" or "P-1, Public Use".
After reviewing the docketed items, staff discussed the tentative schedule for
considering the 2018 annual Comprehensive Plan amendments. Staff highlighted
the steps involving the Planning Commission and explained that the goal would be
to hold meetings at the regularly scheduled 1st meeting; with the 2nd meeting of the
month held for further discussion, if needed.
The Commission expressed a desire to not hold meetings during the Thanksgiving
Holiday week. Planning Services Manager Dixon stated the schedule provides
room for adjustments and he is hopeful the work before the Commission will be
completed by that holiday.
C. Introductory Discussion of Process for Amendment of City's 2009 Shoreline
Master Plan
Senior Planner Thaniel Gouk explained that the city's 2009 Shoreline Master Plan
(SMP) is being updated based on a mandate by the State of Washington Department
of Ecology for a periodic update. The last update for the City of Auburn was in
2008/2009. The state requires the next update to be completed by June 30, 2019,
with recent new requirements every 8 years, thereafter.
Staff provided a brief overview a 2018-2019 schedule to bring forward the
amendments of the city's 2009 Shoreline Master Plan (SMP) for review before the
Commission. The Department of Ecology will provide the final approval of the
document. Planning Services Manager Jeff Dixon stated that the city's shoreline
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program is a shared program for the city to administer along with the State of
Washington Department of Ecology.
Staff reported that the City received a $25,000.00 grant to assist them with their
update from the Department of Ecology. The grant money will be used to hire a
consultant to provide assistance on the update and feedback on any changes that
should be made based on other experience they have with other jurisdictions. The
information will be provided to the Commission and City Council for their
recommendations.
D. Planning Commission Rules of Procedure
Chair Roland confirmed that at the June 5, 2018 Planning Commission meeting the
Commission voted and approved updates to the Planning Commission Rules of
Procedure. Chair Roland stated the June 51h, 2018 approved version is included in
the distributed packet materials and encouraged the Commissioners to familiarize
themselves with the updated version.
V. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT REPORT
Planning Services Manager Dixon reported that steps have been taken to bring
forward a new Planning Commission member. Screening and interviewing is
currently taking place and staff is hopeful City Council may confirm the
appointment of a new Planning Commissioner soon.
Staff reported that demolition work to the Heritage building would begin soon.
The owner has been waiting for approval from Puget Sound Energy (PSE) to
receive power on site and approval was just granted by PSE. The next steps are
for PSE to inspect the site before allowing the contractor to begin work on
Monday, July 23.
A SEPA and design review application has already been submitted on the
development south of City Hall and west of Merrill Gardens. The City is
expecting a Building permit to be submitted by August for the seven -story
building containing market -rate apartments. The site also includes a portion of
ground -floor retail space.
Staff reported that the next regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting is
August 7, 2018 the same evening as "National Night Out". After discussing the
schedule, the Commission asked staff to reschedule the August 7th meeting to
August 21 to allow time for noticing for a public hearing.
VI. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Planning Commission, Chair Roland
adjourned the meeting at 8:34 p.m.
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