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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-06-03-H02 AP GPP, LLC Rezoning_PH AGENDA ITEM: CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA CITY COUNCIL MEETING COMMUNICATION MEETING DATE: June 3, 2019 AGENDA ITEM: On an ordinance to amend Chapter 301, Zoning Ordinance, City of Waukee, Iowa by rezoning and changing certain property therein from A-1 (Agricultural District) to K-RR (Kettlestone Regional Retail District), a parcel to be known as AP GPP, LC FORMAT: Public Hearing SYNOPSIS INCLUDING PRO & CON: The applicant, AP GPP, LC is requesting approval of a rezoning of approximately 19 acres of property that is located at the southwest corner of Grand Prairie Parkway and SE Ashworth Road. The Kettlestone Master Plan identifies this property as appropriate for the development of regional commercial retail uses. The proposed rezoning is consistent with the overall Kettlestone Master Plan, therefore, a separate development concept was not required as a part of this rezoning request. COMMISSION/BOARD/COMMITTEE COMMENT: The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the request at their May 28, 2019, meeting and recommended approval. Approval of a Rezoning related to a change from A-1 (Agricultural District) to K-RR (Kettlestone Retail Regional District) [AP GPP, LC] Development Services Director, Brad Deets, introduced the request for approval of a rezoning as submitted by the applicant, Ashworth Properties, for a regional retail development within Kettlestone. The subject property is located south of Ashworth Road and east of Grand Prairie Parkway, containing approximately 19 acres. Mr. Deets explained that the applicant is requesting approval of a rezoning from A -1, Agricultural District, to K-RR, Kettlestone Regional Retail District. Mr. Deets explained that the request is in conformance with the overall Kettlestone master plan and that there is not much detail at this time. Mr. Deets stated that access off Kettlestone Boulevard will be provided to this site. Commissioner Streit questioned if Kettlestone Boulevard would be signaled. Mr. Deets explained that it would be signaled as of April of next year (2020) to line up with the completion of Fleet Farm. H2 Mr. Streit questioned if there were any plans as to what would be located on the subject property. Mr. Deets explained that no plans have been submitted to the City at this time and he also explained that the property will likely be split. Mr. Deets also described a trail system that will go through the property at some point in the future. Brad Burt, 7929 Ashworth Road, stated that he was in favor of the rezoning. Commissioner Koshy moved to approve the rezoning for AP GPP, LC. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Streit. Ayes: Tietz, Streit, Broderick, Hoifeldt, and Koshy. Nays: None. Motion Carries. STAFF REVIEW AND COMMENT: RECOMMENDATION: Introduce the Ordinance and approve the first consideration. ATTACHMENTS: I. Staff Report II. Rezoning Map PREPARED BY: Brad Deets, Development Services Director REVIEWED BY: PUBLIC NOTICE INFORMATION – NAME OF PUBLICATION: Dallas County News DATE OF PUBLICATION: 05/23/19 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT PROJECT: AP GPP, LLC – Rezoning PREPARED BY: Brad Deets, Dev. Services Director REPORT DATE: May 24, 2019 MEETING DATE: May 28, 2019 GENERAL INFORMATION Applicant: AP GPP, LC Owner: AP GPP, LC Owner’s Representative: Paul Clausen, Civil Engineering Consultants Request:The applicant is requesting approval of a rezoning for regional retail development within Kettlestone. Location and Size:Property is generally located south of Ashworth Road and east of Grand Prairie Parkway, containing approximately 19-acres. AREA MAP ABOVE LEFT: Aerial of Property identifying the proposed plat (outlined in PURPLE). May 24, 2019 2 of 3 LAND USES AND ZONING Location Existing Land Use Comprehensive Plan Current Zoning Property in Question Vacant - Undeveloped Commercial Retail A-1 (Agricultural District) North Vacant – Undeveloped Commercial Retail K – RC (Kettlestone Retail Commercial District) South Vacant – Undeveloped Commercial Retail A-1 (Agricultural District) East Ashworth South Plats 1 and 2 Commercial Retail K – RR (Kettlestone Retail Regional District) West Vacant - Undeveloped Commercial Retail A-1 (Agricultural District) BACKGROUND The subject property is located within the Kettlestone Corridor and includes approximately 19 acres located on the west side of Grand Prairie Parkway and south of Ashworth Road. The property is a part of the Kettlestone Development Corridor. To date, the City has made the investment in the development of the Alice’s Road Corridor Plan, which was followed up by the Kettlestone Master Plan and Kettlestone Design Guidelines. The purpose of the Kettlestone Master Plan and Guidelines was to define the overall land use plan for the Corridor along with the associated and intended types of development. Although all property within the Kettlestone Corridor is still required to go through the formal rezoning process, the intent was to streamline the process as it pertains to the requirements for specific development plans if the requested rezoning generally met the intent as established within the Kettlestone Master Plan. The applicant has submitted a rezoning request that includes approximately 19 acres of property proposed to be rezoned to the Kettlestone Regional Retail District. The proposed rezoning request coincides with the Kettlestone Master Plan. Notice regarding the rezoning request was mailed to the surrounding property owners on May 21, 2019. Additionally, signs regarding the rezoning date and time for Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council have been placed on the property. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The proposed rezoning request includes the rezoning of approximately 19 acres. The boundaries of the district include frontage along Grand Prairie Parkway as well as frontage along Ashworth Road. Kettlestone Boulevard is proposed to extend along the south boundary of the property. Development within this district is intended to be large scale including large box retailers to provide retail services for the entire community and regional area. The district regulations and guidelines allow for buildings to be pushed up closer to the May 24, 2019 3 of 3 public streets and adjacent to the public ponds to take advantage of the proposed greenbelt system. The proposed Kettlestone Regional Retail district is generally in conformance with the approved Master Plan. Table 1: Standard K-RR requirements. Category Standard R-2 (minimum) Lot Area 0 square feet Lot Width 0 feet Front Yard Setback 0 feet Rear Yard Setback 0 feet Side Yard Setback 0 feet total STAFF RECOMMENDATION The proposed rezoning request is generally consistent with the approved Kettlestone Master Plan and Kettlestone Design Guidelines and staff would recommend approval. The property included within the rezoning will be required to go through platting and site plan approval process prior to any individual development within the property.