05.07.81MINUTES
Planning and Zoning Commission
May 7, 1981
7:00 P.M.
Members Present:
J. Q. Galloway, Chairman
James Barks
Forrest Foggin
Cliff Miller
Frank Whigham
George Willis
John Morris
Members Absent:
C. B. Franklin
Sheila Roberts
Others Present:
Leah Rogers, Zoning Inspector
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by the Chairman, J. Q. Galloway.
The first item for consideration was a revised site plan for Sanford Villas
at 1001 Celery Ave. represented by Don McIntosh for Wick Austin.
After discussion it was determined the plan meets all engineering re-
quirements but a sightproof fence would be required on the south side.
Mr. Miller moved to approve the site plan with the addition of the light-
proof fence. Mr. Barks seconded. Motion carried.
The next item on the agenda, a final plat of 265 lots, zoned SR -1, of
Groveview Village, First Addition, was cancelled by the proponent.
Mr. Michael D'Asto was present to represent a request for an extension
of a conditional use to assemble and package for the Kathleen Anderson
Comprehensive Workshop at 412 S. Sanford Ave. He said the wrokshop
services 31 people ans is working well, with no parking or transportation
problems. After discussion, Mr. Willis moved to grant the extension of
the conditional use for one year. Mr. Morris seconded. Motion carried.
The next item for discussion was the extension of a conditional use for
a church in the GC -2 zoned district at 1016 French Ave., represented by r
William Gracey, owner of the building and Robert Peterson, a member of the
church. This conditional use has been in effect for 5 years and although
they have purchased property on Pecan Ave. they have not been able to
move. It was reported that there have been complaints regarding noise and
disturbance from the church. Mr. Morris moved to table the item until
the next meeting. Mr. Whigham seconded. Motion carried. Miss Rogers
was instructed to notify surrounding property owners of the meeting.
The next item for discussion was a request for a home occupation, telephone
service only, for a carpet cleaning service, represented by Robert Crews,
1413 Mara Ct. He had read and signed the home occupation agreement.
Mr. Barks moved to approve. Mr. Miller seconded. Motion carried.
The next item for consideration was a site plan for a 32,000 sq. ft. metal
building for Jones Electric at the SE corner of Cornwall Rd. & Sanford Ave.
in the MI -2 zoned district, represented by Jim Lewis of Landmark Construction
Co. There was discussion on the Engineer's comments and Mr. Lewis said
there would be no problems in complying with the requirements. Mr. Willis
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moved to approve with the following stipulations: 1. All driveways be a
minimum of 24' wide; 2. All parking spaces be a minimum of 10'x 20';
3. The septic tank and driveway permit on Sanford Ave. must be approved
by the County. Mr. Morris seconded. Motion carried.
The next item was a site plan and conditional use of a 144 unit condominium
in the Lake Monroe Industrial Park between 17 -92 and Fulton St. in the
GC -2 zoned district for South Shore Condominiums, represented by Fred
Humphrey, Architect and co- owner. There was discussion on the dedication
of open space or money in lieu of, and Mr. Humphrey said they were not
aware it was necessary. He said they plan to develop in phases 1 thru 5,
with the entire project to be completed in a 3 -yr. period. The price range
is $74,000 - $85,000. Mr. Morris moved to approve the site plan as presented,
and the decision of land or money in lieu of to be decided by the City
Commission. Mr. Foggin seconded. Motion carried.
Mr. Kevin Sullivan was present to represent a site plan and conditional use
of a duplex located at 2416 Cedar Ave. in the SR -1 zoned district. There
was discussion regarding the influx of duplexes in the area which has en-
larged the density, and the complaints from property owners. Because of
this and the decision of the City Commission to require public hearings for
conditional uses, Mr. Willis moved to table the item. Mr. Barks seconded.
Motion carried.
Mr. Gustafson was present to request from the floor, a site plan and change
of use from a carpet store to a convenience store at 1218 French Ave. He
presented snapshots of the renovations to the building. After discussion,
Mr. Barks moved to approve. Mr. Miller seconded. Motion carried.
On behalf of the Humane Society, it was requested from Mr. Knowles that the
board make a determination on the acceptable zoning for a kennel. After
discussion it was agreed that AD, Agricultural District, would be the only
applicable zoning.
The Minutes of the previous meeting were approved as mailed. There being no
further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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J. Q. Galloway, Chairma