HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-06-06 G01 Fox Creek Meadows Rezoning_PH AGENDA ITEM:
CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING COMMUNICATION
MEETING DATE: June 6, 2022
AGENDA ITEM: Public hearing on an ordinance to amend Chapter 169, Zoning
Ordinance, City of Waukee, Iowa, by rezoning certain property from A-1
(Agricultural District) to R-2 (One and Two-Family Residential District)
and R-3 (Multi-Family Residential District) [Fox Creek Meadows]
FORMAT: Public Hearing
SYNOPSIS INCLUDING PRO & CON: Staff has received a request for rezoning of
approximately 25.62-acres of property from A-1 to R-2 and R-3. The
property is located west of NW 10th Street and north of NW Douglas
Parkway. The applicant is requesting to rezone 15.46-acres from A-1 to
R-2 and 10.17-acres from A-1 to R-3.
The applicant received greater than 50% consent from property owners
within 250-feet of each area proposed to be rezoned. A rezoning sign
was placed on the property and notices were mailed to adjoining property
owners. Staff has not received any correspondence regarding the request.
The concept plan provided shows 64 two-family (duplex) lots and one
outlot (W) for future multi-family residential development. Lots 1 – 64
shown on the concept plan are proposed to be zoned R-2 and Outlot W
shown on the concept plan is proposed to be zoned R-3. Outlots Y and X
are intended for stormwater detention and Outlot Z is intended for
parkland.
The subject property is classified as Single Family Residential in the
Comprehensive Plan. Single Family Residential is defined as traditional
forms of single-family housing with lot sizes ranging from 8,000 square
feet to 0.50-acres in area with an average density of 2 to 4 units per
acres. The proposed density of the duplex lots within the proposed R-2
zoning district is approximately 4 units per acre.
Although the proposed rezoning to R-3, Multi-Family Residential, is not
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, staff is comfortable with the
proposal as the proposed densities will be consistent with surrounding
land uses. With the schools nearby, it will provide a variety of housing
options for the area.
FISCAL IMPACT INCLUDING COST/BENEFIT ANALYSIS:
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COMMISSION/BOARD/COMMITTEE COMMENT: The Planning and Zoning
Commission reviewed the rezoning request on May 24, 2022, and
recommended approval:
Senior Planner, Melissa DeBoer, introduced the request for approval of a rezoning for
duplex and multi-family residential development as submitted by the applicant, Fox
Creek meadows, LLC. The Subject property is generally located west of NW 10th Street
and north of NW Douglas Parkway, containing approximately 25.62 acres. The applicant
has submitted the required consent and notification to adjacent property owners was
mailed on May 13th, 2022. No correspondence has been received to date for or against the
rezoning.
Mrs. DeBoer advised that the concept plan provided shows a total of 64 duplex lots and
one outlot (outlot W) which is intended for future multi-family residential development.
Outlots Y and X are intended for stormwater detention and Outlot Z is identified as
parkland dedication. Landscape Buffers will be required through out the subject property
and public utilities will serve the site.
Staff recommends approval of the Rezoning related to a change for A-2 (Agricultural
District) to R-2 ( One and Two Family Residential District) and R-3 (Multi-Family
Residential District) , subject to any remaining staff comments.
• Commissioner Broderick questioned if the lots were large enough for a duplex.
Mrs. DeBoer clarified that each lot would house one half of the duplex product as
the product is anticipated to be owner occupied.
• Commissioner Inman questioned what the off shot of the pond was for.
Community Development Director, Andy Kass, advised that it was an access path
which is now required under the newly adopted Stormwater Maintenance
Requirements.
• Commissioner Koshy questioned if there was additional multi-family construction
in the area. Mr. Kass advised that the closest multi-family development would be
east of 10th street, or further south of Northwest High School, but those were more
“villa” style.
• Commissioner Broderick questioned if this was within the NW Neighborhood
Plan City Staff had presented previously. Mr. Kass advised that this area is just
outside of it. Mr. Kass advised that the alignment should match as this rezoning
has been with staff for some time due to the annexation schedule, so the NW
Neighborhood Plan takes it into account.
Commissioner Hoifeldt moved to approve a change for A-2 (Agricultural District) to R-2
( One and Two Family Residential District) and R-3 (Multi-Family Residential District) ,
subject to any remaining staff comments. The motion was seconded by Commissioner
Broderick. Ayes: Hoifeldt, Inman, Koshy, Broderick, and Tessau. Nays: none. Recused:
Gerlitz. Motion Carried.
STAFF REVIEW AND COMMENT: Staff would recommend approval of the proposed
rezoning request.
RECOMMENDATION: Hold the Public Hearing.
ATTACHMENTS: I. Staff Report
II. Rezoning Map
III. Concept Plan
PREPARED BY: Melissa DeBoer, Senior Planner
REVIEWED BY:
PUBLIC NOTICE INFORMATION –
NAME OF PUBLICATION: Dallas County News
DATE OF PUBLICATION: May 26, 2022
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
PROJECT: Fox Creek Meadows – Rezoning PREPARED BY: Melissa DeBoer, AICP – Senior Planner
REPORT DATE: May 20, 2022
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2022
GENERAL INFORMATION
Owner/Applicant: Fox Creek Meadows, LLC
Owner’s Representative:
Jared Murray, PE – Civil Design Advantage
Request: The applicant is requesting approval of a rezoning for
a two-family (duplex) residential and multi-family
residential development.
Location and Size: Property is generally located west of NW 10th Street
and north of NW Douglas Pkwy, containing
approximately 25.62-acres.
AREA MAP
ABOVE LEFT: Concept plan of the development identifying the area proposed to be rezoned. The area outlined in BLUE is the area
proposed to be rezoned.
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LAND USES AND ZONING
Location Existing Land Use Comprehensive Plan Current Zoning
Property in
Question
Vacant Property Single Family
Residential
A-1 (Agricultural District)
North Vacant Property Single Family
Residential / Open
Space
A-1 (Agricultural District)
South Vacant Property
(Alder Point)
Single Family
Residential / Medium
Density Residential
R-2 / PD-1 (One & Two Family Residential
District / Planned Development
Overlay), R-4 / PD-1 (Row Dwelling &
Townhome Dwelling District / Planned
Development Overlay) and C-1A
(Neighborhood Commercial District)
East Triumph Park (City
Park) and Northwest
High School
Institutional A-1 (Agricultural District)
West Waukee Community
School District 8/9
Building
Single Family
Residential
A-1 (Agricultural District)
BACKGROUND
The subject property is located west of NW 10th Street and north of NW Douglas Parkway. The property is 25.62-acres
in area and is currently vacant land. This property was recently annexed into the City. The applicant requests to rezone
portions of the property from A-1 to R-2 (15.46-acres) and A-1 to R-3 (10.17-acres).
The applicant has submitted consent from greater than 50% of property owners within 250-feet of the property to be
rezoned. Notification to adjacent property owners was mailed on May 13, 2022. The rezoning sign was placed on the
property by the May 16, 2022 deadline. Staff has not received any correspondence regarding this request.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The concept plan provided shows 64 two-family (duplex) lots and one outlot (Outlot W) for future multi-family
residential development. Lots 1 – 64 shown on the concept plan are lots proposed to be zoned R-2 and Outlot W
shown on the concept plan is proposed to be zoned R-3. Outlots Y and X are intended for stormwater detention and
Outlot Z is intended for parkland. A 25-ft landscape buffer will be provided along the east side of the development to
provide screening from NW 10th Street. Landscape buffers will be required along the portions proposed to be rezoned
to R-3 where they would abut R-2 zoning and also along NW Douglas Parkway.
Tables 1 and 2 below summarize the standards for the R-2 and the R-3 districts.
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Table 1: Standard R-2 requirements.
Category Standard R-2 (minimum)
Lot Area 8,000 square feet
Lot Width 65 feet
Front Yard Setback 30 feet
Rear Yard Setback 30 feet
Side Yard Setback 15 feet (total)
Table 2: Standard R-3 requirements.
Category Standard R-3 (minimum)
Lot Width 75 feet
Front Yard Setback 30 feet
Rear Yard Setback 30 feet (Dwelling)
40 feet (Other Principal Permitted Uses)
Side Yard Setback 15 feet (total)
Maximum Height 3 Stories or 45 feet
Two new public streets would be provided as part of this development. A 10-ft wide trail will be provided along NW
Sproul Lane. Public sanitary sewer and water main will serve the proposed development. Stormwater detention is
shown to be provided within Outlots Y and X.
Parkland dedication requirements will apply to the project because of its residential nature. The required amount of
parkland is approximately 3.53-acres. The applicant intends to provide 0.88 acres of parkland along the north side of the
development within the floodplain (Outlot Z) and the remaining parkland required will be provided with a fee in lieu of.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The Imagine Waukee 2040: Comprehensive Plan identifies the subject property as Single Family Residential. Single Family
Residential is defined as traditional forms of single-family housing with lot sizes ranging from 8,000 square feet to 0.50-
acres in area with an average density of 2 to 4 units per acre. The proposed density of the duplex lots within the
proposed R-2 zoning district are approximately 4 units per acre.
Although the proposed rezoning to R-3, Multi-Family Residential, is not consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, staff is
comfortable with the proposal as the proposed densities will be consistent with surrounding land uses. With the schools
nearby, it will provide a variety of housing options for the area.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the rezoning for Fox Creek Meadows.
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