Rapid City Planning Commission Rezoning Project Report June 7, 2018 Item #4 Applicant Request(s) Case #18RZ015 Rezoning request from General Commercial District to Medium Density Residential District Companion Case(s) #18PD019 Initial Planned Development Overlay to allow an apartment complex, #18CA001 Comprehensive Plan Amendment to change the future land use from Mixed-Use Commercial to Urban Neighborhood. Development Review Team Recommendation(s) The Development Review Team recommends that the Rezoning request be approved. Project Summary Brief The applicant has submitted a Rezoning request to change the zoning designation from General Commercial District to Medium Density Residential District for a parcel of land approximately 2.52 acres in size. The applicant has also submitted a Comprehensive Plan Amendment (#18CA001) to change the future land use designation from Mixed-Use Commercial to Urban Neighborhood and an Initial Planned Development Overlay (#18PD019) to allow an apartment complex. The property is located approximately 300 feet north of the intersection of La Crosse Street and Omaha Street. Currently, the property is void of any structural development. Applicant Information Development Review Team Contacts Applicant: Mollers Limited Partnership Planner: Kelly Brennan Property Owner: Mollers Limited Partnership Engineer: Todd Peckosh Architect: N/A Fire District: Tim Behlings Engineer: KTM Design Solutions, Inc. School District: Kumar Veluswamy Surveyor: N/A Water/Sewer: Todd Peckosh Other: N/A DOT: Stacy Bartlett Address/Location Neighborhood Subdivision Land Area Existing Buildings Topography Access Water Provider Sewer Provider Electric/Gas Provider Floodplain Subject Property Information Approximately 300 feet north of the intersection of La Crosse Street and East Omaha Street North Rapid Neighborhood Area Eastbrooke Subdivision 2.52 Acres Void of structural development Relatively flat Racine Street Rapid City Rapid City Black Hills Power/ MDU Federally designated 500-year floodplain 1
Subject Property and Adjacent Property Designations Existing Zoning Comprehensive Plan Existing Land Use(s) Subject Property GC - PD MUC Revitalization Void of structural development Adjacent North MDR UN Revitalization Apartments Adjacent South GC MUC Revitalization Void of structural development Adjacent East MDR UN Revitalization Drainage Adjacent West GC - PD EC Wellfully Well Spring, Inc Zoning Map Existing Land Uses 2
Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Parks or Transportation Plan 3
Relevant Case History Case/File# Date Request Action 14PD037 0/08/2015 Final Planned Development Overlay to allow a Commercial Development with On-Sale Liquor Establishments Planning Commission approved with stipulations 10PD045 09/29/2010 Planned Development Designation Staff approved 10RZ034 06/21/2010 Rezoning from Medium Density Residential City Council approved District to General Commercial District 10CA014 06/21/2010 Comprehensive Plan amendment to change the City Council approved future land use designation from Mobile Home District to General Commercial with a Planned Commercial Development 10CA013 06/21/2010 Comprehensive Plan amendment to change the City Council approved future land use designation from Medium Density Residential District to General Commercial with a Planned Commercial Development Relevant Zoning District Regulations Medium Density Residential District Required Proposed Lot Area 59,000 square feet 109,771 square feet Lot Frontage / Lot Width 50 feet 248 feet Maximum Building Heights 3 stories or 35 feet 3 stories or 35 feet Maximum Density 30% 30% Minimum Building Setback: Front 25 feet N/A Rear 25 feet N/A Side 25 feet N/A Street Side 25 feet N/A Minimum Landscape Requirements: # of landscape points N/A N/A # of landscape islands N/A N/A Minimum Parking Requirements: # of parking spaces N/A N/A # of ADA spaces N/A N/A Signage As per RCMC N/A 17.50.080 Fencing As per RCMC 17.50.340 N/A Planning Commission Criteria and Findings for Approval or Denial Pursuant to Section 17.54.040.D of the Rapid City Municipal Code the Planning Commission shall consider the following criteria for a request to Rezone: Criteria 1. The proposed amendments shall be necessary because of substantially changed or changing conditions of the area and districts affected, or in the city generally. 2. The proposed amendments shall be consistent with the intent and purposes of this title. Findings The property is comprised of approximately 2.52 acres of land zoned General Commercial District with a Planned Development Overlay. Currently, the property is void of any structural development. The applicant has also submitted an application for an Initial Planned Development overlay to allow an apartment building (#18PD019) and a Comprehensive Plan Amendment (#18CA001). The proposed rezone will allow development of the vacant property to occur. The Future Land Use of the property is Mixed-Use Commercial. There is an application in conjunction with this rezone request for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment 4
3. The proposed amendment shall not adversely affect any other part of the city, nor shall any direct or indirect adverse effects result from the amendment. 4. The proposed amendments shall be consistent with and not in conflict with the development plan of Rapid City including any of its elements, major road plan, land use plan, community facilities plan and others. to change the Future Land Use to Urban Neighborhood (#18CA001). The Urban Neighborhood Future Land Use designation supports a range of medium to high-density housing types. The property is located near La Crosse Street and Omaha Streets, which are identified Principal Arterial Streets on the City s Major Street Plan. The proposed Rezone is consistent with surrounding land uses and proposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan. It does not appear that the amendment will adversely affect any other part of the City. The subject property is located on an established transportation and utility network. The Medium Density Residential Zoning District is a typical zoning district located within an Urban Neighborhood land use designation. As such, the proposed Rezoning request is consistent with and not in conflict with the City s development plan(s). Planning Commission Comprehensive Plan Policy Guidance for Approval or Denial In considering an application for approval or denial the Planning Commission finds that the application either complies or does not comply with the following values, principles, goals, and policies within the Rapid City Comprehensive Plan: Comprehensive Plan Conformance Core Values Chapters A Balanced Pattern of Growth BPG-1.2A Priority Infill Areas This goal prioritizes and encourages infill development in areas that have been skipped over due to property constraints, ownership patterns, or other reasons, as a means to maximize infrastructure investments and vibrancy to existing areas. The proposed rezone supports the proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment, which encourages a range of medium to highdensity housing types and encourages reinvestment to add vitality to established neighborhoods. A Vibrant, Livable Community LC-2.1A The proposed rezone supports residential development with the Urban Services Boundary and maximizes available infrastructure and community amenities. A Safe, Healthy, Inclusive, and Skilled Community SHIS-3.1C Support a wide variety of public and private recreational offerings to satisfy the needs and demands of all ages and abilities of Rapid City s residents. The Rapid City Swim Center and Roosevelt Park Ice Arena are in the nearby vicinity of the proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment area. This location supports residential recreational and active lifestyles. Efficient Transportation and Infrastructure Systems T1-2.1A The adjacent streets have been constructed in compliance with the Infrastructure Design Criteria Manual and pursuant to the Major Street Plan. This ensures that an efficient roadway network is in place to support the transportation needs of the area as it continues to develop. Economic Stability and Growth 5
EC-1.2A Maintain diverse and attractive housing options close to employment areas. Support the development of workforce and affordable housing, encourage the development of a diverse set of housing types, and encourage new residential development infill and redevelopment near major employment centers. Outstanding Recreational and Cultural Opportunities N/A Responsive, Accessible, and Effective Governance GOV-2.1A The proposed Rezoning request requires that public notice be advertised in the newspaper and that mailings are sent to property owners within 250 feet of the proposed development. The requested Rezone is before the Planning Commission and will go before the City Council for review and approval. The public has an opportunity to provide input at these meetings. Comprehensive Plan Conformance Growth and Reinvestment Chapter Future Land Use Plan Designation(s): Mixed Use Commercial / Urban Neighborhood Design Standards: N/A The applicant has also submitted a Comprehensive Plan Amendment (#18CA001) to change the future land use designation from Mixed-Use Commercial to Urban Neighborhood. Higher density residential is supported in both designations. Comprehensive Plan Conformance Neighborhood Area Policies Chapter Neighborhood: North Rapid Neighborhood Area Neighborhood Goal/Policy: NR- Residential Neighborhoods: The proposed Rezone supports the goal of NA1.1A promoting new residential growth and encouraging infill development. Findings Staff has reviewed the Rezoning request criteria pursuant to Chapter 17.50.040(D) of the Rapid City Municipal Code and the goals, policies, and objectives of the adopted Comprehensive Plan. The property is located adjacent to La Crosse Street and will be served by Rapid City water and sewer services. An update to the Comprehensive Plan will change the future land use designation of the subject property from Mixed-Use Commercial to Urban Neighborhood reflecting proposed development and existing land uses in the area. Planning Commission Recommendation and Stipulations of Approval Staff recommends that the Rezoning request be approved in conjunction with #18CA001 6