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May 15, 2023 Planning Commission Agenda Packet Y ELM P LANNING C OMMISSION A GENDA M ONDAY, M AY 15, 2023, 4:00 PM THIS MEETING CAN BE ATTENDED IN PERSON OR VIA ZOOM. nd In person: Yelm City Hall, 106 2 Street SE, Yelm, WA 98597 Via Zoom: Click here to join Zoom Meeting Or Dial in: 253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 870-3193-3305 Passcode: 564018 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL Chair, Carlos Perez Vice Chair, Robert Howard Richard Lomsdale Jerry Fugich John Thomson Anne Wahrmund John Graver 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Minutes from April 17, 2023 is attached. 5. CITY STAFF COMMUNICATIONS a. Department update. 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS a. The public comment portion of the agenda is an opportunity for the public to address the Commission regarding matters that are not on the agenda. Comments are limited to three minutes and five speakers. Comment on matters listed on the agenda are welcomed. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 8. NEW BUSINESS a. Discussion regarding the Housing Action Plan's draft. b. Discussion and possible action regarding the rezoning of parcels 21724120200 & 21724120100 from Commercial (C-1) to Moderate Density Residential (R-6). 9. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Public hearing for the rezoning of parcels 21724120200 & 21724120100 from Commercial (C-1) to Moderate Density Residential (R-6). AGENDA | Page 1 of 2 10.SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS 11.ADJOURNMENT MEETING INFORMATION All regular meetings are recorded and may be viewed at www.yelmwa.gov. office at 360-458-8816at least five(5) working days prior to meeting. Information on the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Title VI Statement is available at https://www.yelmwa.gov/connect/departments/human_resources/index.php. DISCLAIMER AGENDA ITEMS MAY BE TAKEN OUT OF ORDER. THIS AGENDA MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE UP TO 24 HOURS PRIOR TO MEETING.PLEASE SEE WWW.YELMWA.GOVFOR CURRENT AGENDA. Next Planning Commission Meeting Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at4:00 PM AGENDA|Page 1 of 2 YELM PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES APRIL 17, 2023 –4:00 PM YELM CITY HALL Carlos Perez called the meeting to order at 4:00 pm. Members present: Carlos Perez, Bob Howard, Jerry Fugich, John Graver, John Thomson, and Richard Lomsdale Members Absent: Anne Wahrmund (excused) Staff: Maryam Moeinian, Gary Cooper, Cody Colt, Chris Vaccaro, Reza Roukerd, and Savana Teague Approval of Minutes: MOTION BY JOHN THOMSON, SECONDED BY JERRY FUGICH TO APPROVE THE MARCH 20, 2023 MINUTES. ALL WERE IN FAVOR. City Staff Communications: Gary Cooper, Planning and Building Manager, gave proposed dates for joint meetings to update Yelm and Thurston County’s Joint Comprehensive Plan, regarding Yelm’s Urban Growth Area. A poll will be emailed to planning commissioners to vote on available dates, and meeting information will be sent out. Maryam Moeinian, Associate Planner, notified planning commissioners that she emailed out an Open Public Meetings Act training, and requested certificates from all commissioners by next meeting. Public Comment: None. New Business: Updates to the Unified Development Code: Gary Cooper, Chris Vaccaro (Building Official), Maryam Moeinian, Reza Roukerd (Civil Review Engineer), and Cody Colt (Public Services Director) gave a presentation on updates to the Unified Development Code regarding:expansion to the list of permitted uses in the City’s code to include Permanent Supportive Housing, Transitional Housing, Indoor Emergency Shelters, and Indoor Emergency Housing; development of Special Event permit and modification to the Temporary Use permit; removal of mixed-use standards from C1, C2, C3, and CBD (move to Chapter 18.64.040 YMC); an update on the Fats, Oil, and Grease (FOG) Control Plans in Chapter 13.09 of the YMC; and adoption of a Park Impact fee. Public Hearing: Carlos Perezopened the public hearing at 4:39pm. No comments were received from the public. Carlos Perez closed the public hearing at 4:39 pm. MOTION BY JERRY FUGICH, SECONDED BY RICHARD LOMSDALE TO APPROVE PROPOSED CODE CHANGES TO TITLES 5, 13, AND 18 OF THE YELM UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, WITH AMMENDING 18.41 TO INCLUDE CAR SHOWS THAT TAKE PLACE ON PRIVATE PROPERTY, AND 5.37 TO INCLUDE CAR SHOWS THAT TAKE PLACE ON CITY PROPERTY. ALL WERE IN FAVOR. Subcommittee Reports: Tree Advisory Board: Chris Vaccaro reported that the Arbor Day celebration will occur on th Friday, April 28, at 11:00am at the Community Center and will have a school choirand band performance, a presentation of colors, 100 tree saplings to give away, and an Arbor Day art contest. Following Arbor Day, the art will be on display at the Yelm Library until June 1, 2023. Adjourn: MOTION BY JERRY FUGICH, SECONDED BY JOHN GRAVER TO ADJOURN THE MEETING. ALL WERE IN FAVOR. MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 4:43 PM. Respectfully submitted, Savana Teague, Administrative Assistant May 15, 2023 To: City of Yelm Planning Commission From: Gary Cooper, Planning & Building Manager Subject: Derek Edwards Rezone Request for parcels 21724120200 & 212724120100 The City has received a rezone request from Mr. Derek Edwards for two parcels totaling approximately 19.23 acres, located at 9410 Mountain View Road and Killion Road. The parcels are currently zoned C-1 Commercial, and the applicant is requesting the zoning to be changed to R-6 Moderate-Density Residential. SUMMARY AND ANALYSIS The parcels are currently vacant. City water, sewer, and other utilities are available in Mountain View Road and Killion Road, which also provide access to the sites. The properties to the north are zoned Moderate Density Residential (R-6) and currently under construction for a 118 lot subdivision. The properties to the east are zoned High Density Residential (R- 16) and are improved as an Assisted Living Facility and multi-family adult housing. The properties to the south are zoned Commercial (C-1) & High Density Residential (R-16). They are developed as a Veterinary Clinic, vacant commercial land, and multi-family adult housing. The property to the West is zoned Commercial (C-1) and is currently Vacant. LOGICAL ZONING BOUNDARIES The parcels are rectangular in shape, located between, and accessed from, streets classified as collector streets. Collector streets are designed and constructed to accommodate larger amounts of traffic that is required to serve both commercial and residential development. If rezoned, the location and boundary of the parcels will keep a consistent and logical boundary between the commercial and residential zones. CONSTRAINTS/ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES The properties are mainly flat pasture land with very few trees. There no known wetlands, flood zones, or high ground water flooding on the site. The area does contain soils "more preferred" for the protected Mazama Pocket Gopher, so a pocket gopher survey and report would need to be completed before future development could occur. Page 1 of 4 BACKGROUND The properties were annexed into the City in 1992 as residential agriculture. The 1995 Comprehensive Plan Update required by the Growth Management Act changed the properties zone to Commercial (C-1). In 2008, a Transportation Impact Analysis was prepared for parcels 21724120200 & 21724120100 that included other commercial properties in the surrounding area. The analysis projected these parcels to build out as a shopping center, however no development on these parcels have occurred. REVIEW AND APPROVAL CRITERIA Rezones require a Comprehensive Plan amendment which must conform with the requirements of the Washington State Growth Management Act, Chapter 36.70A RCW, and all amendments for permanent changes to the comprehensive plan must be submitted to the Washington State Department of Commerce, pursuant to RCW 36.70A.106. The rezone must be consistent with the goals of the Washington State Growth Management Act and the goals and policies of the City of Yelm Comprehensive Plan. The amendment must meet the goals of the Washington State Growth Management Act as follows: (1) Urban growth. Encourage development in urban areas where adequate public facilities and services exist or can be provided in an efficient manner. The properties are located near the central commercial area of the City, but not directly on Yelm Avenue West (SR 510). Utilities including sewer and water are located within the property frontages. The properties are close to services including gas stations, restaurants, and other retail. Elementary, middle and high schools are close by. The proposed amendment would provide more housing in close proximity to services and jobs. (2) Reduce sprawl. Reduce the inappropriate conversion of undeveloped land into sprawling, low - density development. The proposed amendments would be consistent with the goal as it would allow for higher density residential uses in close proximity to jobs and services. The requested R-6 residential land use designation allows up to six dwellings per acre. (3) Transportation. Encourage efficient multimodal transportation systems that are based on regional priorities and coordinated with county and city comprehensive plans. Yelm Avenue West (SR 510), Tahoma Boulevard, and Killion Road are constructed to City standards, which include public sidewalks, bike lanes and transit services. Killion Road intersects with the SR 510 Yelm Loop, which when complete, will provide alternative access around the City. Development on these parcels will require the completion of frontage improvements to Mountain View Road, as well as internal streets. These improvements include public sidewalks. Development must also provide for transit services. Page 2 of 4 (4) Housing. Encourage the availability of affordable housing to all economic segments of the population of this state, promote a variety of residential densities and housing types, and encourage preservation of existing housing stock. The R-6 zone allows for single and multifamily development, and would allow for a variety of housing types in the City. (5) Economic development. Encourage economic development throughout the state that is consistent with adopted comprehensive plans, promote economic opportunity for all citizens of this state, especially for unemployed and for disadvantaged persons, promote the retention and expansion of existing businesses and recruitment of new businesses, recognize regional differences impacting economic development opportunities, and encourage growth in areas experiencing insufficient economic growth, all within the capacities of the state' s natural resources, public services, and public facilities. The proposed change would reduce commercial land available for development by 40± acres (approximately 9% overall). Yelm, Roy, & Rainier, with a secondary trade area of Tenino, Eatonville, Graham, and part of Spanaway. Without an updated market study, it would be safe to assume that the primary trade area is still applicable, however with recent commercial growth in Graham and Spanaway, the secondary trade area is most likely reduced. If this holds true, the future commercial land needs would be reduced. A change in land use designation and zone district would allow the proposed amendment area to be developed with residential uses as compared to the Commercial designation. Generally, businesses need residential uses in close proximity in order to survive. The proposal provides for an increase in single family residential uses within close proximity to business centers, which is consistent with the goal. (6) Property rights. Private property shall not be taken for public use without just compensation having been made. The property rights of landowners shall be protected from arbitrary and discriminatory actions. The proposal does not require any taking of private property. The proposed rezone should be evaluated for internal consistency with the comprehensive plan, and for consistency with the county -wide planning policies, related plans, and the comprehensive plan of Thurston County. The applicable goals of the Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan are as follows: policies include 5.2 Adopt development standards that allow duplexes, townhouses, and accessory dwelling units within residential areas to increase the variety of housing in the community. community and encourage active Page 3 of 4 use patterns that provide most neighborhood residents an array of basic services within a half mile or 20-minute walk from home. The Housing element of the Comprehensive Plan encourages a variety of housing types and a range of affordable housing, with additional goals to provide energy efficient housing. The proposed Residential zoning allows for, and encourages a variety of housing types. The location near commercial areas provides for basic services within a half-mile. The amendment would allow for residential uses, close to services, which is consistent with this goal. The proposed amendment area is close to a commercial center, and medical facilities, restaurant, and childcare. Nearby is more convenience retail such as gas stations and fast food facilities. CONCLUSION & RECOMMENDATION After careful evaluation, staff find the proposed rezone is consistent with the Citys Comprehensive Plan and recommend that the Planning Commission send the proposal to the City Council with the following motion: The Yelm Planning Commission recommends the Yelm City Council approve the proposed rezone of parcels 21724120200 & 21724120100 from Commercial (C-1) to Moderate Density Residential ((R-6). Page 4 of 4 Date: April 6, 2023 Subject: Rezone of two Viewmont Place parcels from C-1 to R-6 Dear Yelm Planning Commission, Thank you for your consideration and support of our application to have the zoning of our two commercially zoned (C-1) properties rezoned to moderate density residential (R-6). We are confident that this rezone is in the best interest of Yelm and the community. We have owned these commercially zoned properties for sixteen years and have had no interest from developers looking to build a large project in Yelm. The C-1 zoning and requirement to develop the whole project simultaneously causes it to not make financial sense for developers. Even if developed as apartments (R-32 is supported under C-1) requires five to six story buildings over retail space and over 600 apartments. The apartment rents in Yelm do not support this level of investment. As a moderate density residential development, it fits in well with its neighbors (Mountain View Meadows new housing development, Cherry Meadows, and Prairie Vista). Moving from C-1 to R-6 also is beneficial to Yelm as the Yelm planning department has determined that it will have less traffic impact, less water and sewer usage, and higher tax revenue base (property taxes) than a developed C-1 property. The reality though is if left as C-1 zoned, it will remain an empty field for many years to come, costing Yelm significantly in lost tax revenues. We currently have multiple builders interested in immediately moving to planning stages to invest $50M+ in this residential development project. The added population will help Yelm attract greater retail opportunities and social services in the future. We are confident that the rezone from C-1 to R-6 for the two parcels (21724120200 and 21724120100) is in the best interest of Yelm and the community. 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