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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-12-1996MINUTES OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MARCH 12. 1996 The rescheduled meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee was held March 12, 1996 in the Council Work Area. Those members in attendance were as follows: MEMBERS PRESENT: Rich Wagner, Jeanne Barber, and Sue Singer STAFF PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Paul Krauss, Len Chapman, Andy Waters, and Patti Zook Mayor Booth; Nancy Colson, Library Board; John Raeder, Chamber of Commerce; Stan Tabb, Hapsmith Company The meeting was called to order by Vice Committee Chair Wagner at 7:30 p.m. 1. SuperMall-Early Phase II Development: Mr. Krauss presented information regarding the mall's request to construct a free-standing building as part of the early development of Phase II. He explained where the building would be located on the mall property. He explained that the new building will eventually be part of mall as the Incredible Universe was incorporated into Phase I of the mall. Although the building is located in the Phase II area, it is allowed under the Phase I cap on building square footage. Mr. Krauss said the request is really an administrative determination. He explained that the mall would still be within the square footage cap as outlined in the ordinance. Mr. Krauss stated that the has spoken with the City Attorney in regards to the mall's petition before the Growth Management Hearings Board. The City Attorney indicated that the administrative determination can be done, but advocated asking for the concurrence of the PCDC. Vice Chair Wagner stated that he did not have a problem with the request. Councilmember Singer and Councilmember Barber also stated they did not have a problem with the request. Vice Chair Wagner stated that the request complies with the intent of the ordinance. The Committee asked that Borden be advised of the mall's request and their determination. Ordinance No. 4842 and Contract: Mr. Chapman presented information regarding the ordinance and contract for continuing the After School and Teen Adventures programs. Councilmember Singer made a motion; seconded by Councilmember Barber to recommend approval of the ordinance and contract. Vice Chair Wagner concurred. Resolution No. 2725 and A~eemerit: Mr. Chapman presented information regarding this resolution and agreement. Councilmember Singer made a motion; seconded by Barber to recommend approval of the resolution and agreement. Vice Chair Wagner concUrred. Economic Development Council Contract: Mr. Krauss presented information regarding the contract. Vice Chair Wagner asked if the Chamber of Commerce supports the relationship. Mayor Booth stated that the City receives useable information, and staff attends conferences. He recommended that the City continue the contract because it is good for the City of Auburn. PAGE 1 MINUTES OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MARCH 12. 1996 Mr. Krauss agreed that it was a wise expenditure of funds. Councilmember Singer made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Barber. Vice Chair Wagner concurred. Amendments to King Coun .ty Coun _tywide Planning Policies: Mr. Krauss presented information regarding the amendments. He stated that last year there was lengthy discussion regarding the policies. He explained that the amendments this year are for two very minor changes that are supported by staff. He explained that no action is counted as a yes vote, and given the time constraints the City Council could not act and it would be counted as an approval. Home Occupations and Auto-Related Uses: Mr. Krauss presented information. He explained that Councilmember Singer requested staffto review this as a permitted use under home occupation permits. He stated that the City appears to be unique in permitting this. In the past, five requests for auto related uses were granted and one was denied. Staff is not aware of any complaints regarding the approved ones. He pointed out the chapters received from other jurisdictions. Mr. Krauss said that if the Committee requests the ordinance be changed staffwill work on an amendment. Councilmember Singer asked to know where the approved auto related uses are so she can review to see if an eyesore. Vice Chair Wagner .stated that it appears the home occupation chapter does not need to be amended. Vice Chair Wagner said it appears the consensus is not to proceed to change the ordinance. Mr. Krauss stated that staffwill provide addresses on previously approved auto uses. Library-Les Gove Site Review Cost: Mr. Chapman piesented a map which depicted a new library at Les Gove Park and how it would fit in. King County says two acres needed for the library and required parking. He showed alternatives sites for fitting the buildings on the park site, and showed alternatives for parking fitting on the site. Mayor Booth said the tennis courts are in poor condition and require a major reconstruction so they can be utilized to accommodate a library. Mr. Chapman said that if the library is moved, then a decision needs to be made on what happens to the existing library. Mr. Waters pointed out that at some time during construction, operations would have to be moved off-site in order to keep operations running. Vice Chair Wagner and Conncilmember Singer said they could envision the old library building being utilized as some type of community use facility. Mr. Chapman distributed information sheets regarding cost figures from King County. Wagner stated that he wants to ensure that the new Finance Director is able to review all the cost projections. Page 2 MINUTES OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE ' MARCH 12. 1996 With no further items to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m. PCDCAMIN~3A-96 PAGE 3