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Home My WebLink About2016-08-15-J10 FoxCreekEstatesPlat7_FinalPlat AGENDA ITEM: CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA CITY COUNCIL MEETING COMMUNICATION MEETING DATE: August 15, 2016 AGENDA ITEM: Consideration of approval of a resolution approving final plat for Fox Creek Estates Plat 7 FORMAT: Resolution SYNOPSIS INCLUDING PRO & CON: TCB Investments, LLC, is requesting approval of a final plat for approximately 24.47 acres of property located north of NE Douglas Parkway and east of NE Dartmoor Drive. The final plat consists of a total of 65 single-family residential lots. Lots range in size from 8,493 square feet to 17,806 square feet. NE Bobcat Drive and NE Wolfpack Drive have been extended from previous phases of Fox Creek Estates. NE Owl Ridge Lane, NE Jaguar Lane, NE Hawk Circle, and NE Fox Valley Drive are new streets that have been constructed for this development. FISCAL IMPACT INCLUDING COST/BENEFIT ANALYSIS: COMMISSION/BOARD/COMMITTEE COMMENT: The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the request at their meeting on June 28, 2016 and recommended approval. Approval of a Final Plat for Fox Creek Estates Plat 7 City Planner Melissa De Boer introduced the request for a final plat located north of NE Douglas and NE Dartmoor Drive. The property is approximately 24.47 acres in size and has a zoning of R- 2 One and Two Family Residential. The plat will consist of 65 single family lots ranging in size from 8500 to 18000 square feet, and an Out lot Z dedicated to storm water detention which will be maintained by an HOA. The plat will bring in several new streets as well as extend the existing street of NE Bobcat Drive and NE Wolf Pack Drive. Staff is comfortable recommending approval subject to remaining staff comments and review of the legal documents by the city attorney. Commissioner Streit questioned if this was the last of the Fox Creek Estates to which Development Director Brad Deets replied that there would be 2 more sections left. Commissioner Streit moved for Approval of a Final Plat for Fox Creek Estates Plat 7 subject to remaining staff comments and review of the legal documents by the city attorney, seconded by Commissioner Hoifeldt. Ayes: Nigro, Fontenot, Streit, Hoifeldt, and Schmidt. Nays: None. Motion Carries. STAFF REVIEW AND COMMENT: All staff comments related to the final plat have been addressed and staff would recommend approval. RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Resolution. ATTACHMENTS: I. Proposed Resolution II. Staff Report III. Staff Comment Letter IV. Final Plat PREPARED BY: Andy Kass, Senior Planner REVIEWED BY: PUBLIC NOTICE INFORMATION – NAME OF PUBLICATION: DATE OF PUBLICATION: THE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA RESOLUTION 16- APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT FOR FOX CREEK ESTATES PLAT 7 IN THE NAME AND BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA WHEREAS, the City of Waukee, Dallas County, State of Iowa, is a duly organized Municipal Organization; AND, WHEREAS, TCB Investments, LLC, has requested final approval of Fox Creek Estates Plat 7 (the “Plat”); AND WHEREAS, the City of Waukee Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Plat on June 28, 2016, subject to remaining staff comments and review of the legal documents; AND, WHEREAS, the Final Plat for Fox Creek Estates Plat 7 and the documents relating thereto will comply with Section §303 - Land Subdivision Ordinance of the Waukee Municipal Code. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Waukee, Iowa on this 15th day of August, 2016, that the Final Plat for Fox Creek Estates Plat 7 be and the same is hereby accepted and approved by the City Council of the City of Waukee. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Waukee does hereby accept the following easements and documents to be filed with the Plat: 1. Warranty Deed; 2. Landscape Buffer Easement; 3. Public Utility Easement; 4. Overland Flowage Easement; 5. Storm Sewer Easement; 6. Sanitary Sewer Easement; 7. Snow Storage Easement; 8. Traffic Easement ____________________________ William F. Peard, Mayor Attest: ___________________________________ Rebecca D. Schuett, City Clerk ROLL CALL VOTE AYE NAY ABSENT ABSTAIN Anna Bergman Brian Harrison Shelly Hughes Larry R. Lyon Rick Peterson STAFF REPORT TO: Planning and Zoning Commission PREPARED BY: Melissa DeBoer RE: Fox Creek Estates Plat 7 – Final Plat DATE: June 28, 2016 GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicant: Top Farms LLLP Requested Action Final Plat Approval Location and Size: Property is generally located north of NE Douglas Parkway and east of NE Dartmoor Drive containing 24.47 acres more or less. LAND USES AND ZONING: Location Existing Land Use Comprehensive Plan Current Zoning Property in Question Vacant - Undeveloped Neighborhood Residential R-2 North Undeveloped – City of Clive N/A N/A South Future Grant – Ragan Elementary School Neighborhood Residential R-2 East The Landing at Shadow Creek Plat 2 Neighborhood Residential R-2 West Fox Creek Estates Plat 6 Neighborhood Residential R-2 BACKGROUND: The proposed final plat is a continuation of the Fox Creek Estates development. The subject property is located north of Grant-Ragan Elementary School, which is currently under construction. The final plat includes a total of 65 single family lots. June 24, 2016 2 of 3 ABOVE: Aerial Photo of Proposed Plat outlined in RED in relation to the surrounding properties Project Description: Lots: The final plat includes 65 single family residential lots. The lots range in size from 8,493 square feet to 17,806 square feet. The lot frontages range in width from 65 feet to 85 feet. All lots will have the standard 30 foot front and rear setback along with the standard 15 foot (total) side setback. Outlot Z is identified on the plat as being used for storm water detention. The plat notes that Outlot Z will be owned and maintained by a homeowners association. Streets: NE Bobcat Drive and NE Wolf Pack Drive will be extended from the east plat boundary of Fox Creek Estates Plat 6 through the development. NE Owl Ridge Lane, NE Jaguar Lane, NE Hawk Circle, and NE Fox Valley Drive are new City streets that will be constructed as part of this plat. Easements: Several easements are proposed within the plat based upon the location of proposed utilities. Utilities: Sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and water main have been extended throughout the plat as part of the public improvements. In addition, sanitary, storm, and water services will be provided to each lot. June 24, 2016 3 of 3 Parkland Dedication: Parkland dedication for this plat has been satisfied with the approval of Fox Creek Estates Plat 4. STAFF RECOMMENDATION At this time Staff feels comfortable with the proposal and would recommend approval of the Final Plat for Fox Creek Estates Plat 7 subject to remaining staff comments, review of the legal documents by the City Attorney, and completion of public improvements. CITY OF WAUKEE Melissa DeBoer, AICP Planner II Development Services Department 230 W. Hickman Road Waukee, IA 50263 Phone: (515) 978-9533 Fax: (515) 987-1845 1st Review: June 7, 2016 2nd Review: 3rd Review: 4th Review: Civil Design Advantage Attn: Erin Ollendike 3405 SE Crossroads Drive, Suite G Grimes, Iowa 50111 RE: Fox Creek Estates Plat 7 – Final Plat Dear Mrs. Ollendike: Per your request, staff has reviewed the proposed final plat for Fox Creek Estates Plat 7. The property is generally located north of NE Douglas Parkway and west of NE Westgate Drive. Based upon our review, staff has the following comments related to the final plat: COVER SHEET & GENERAL COMMENTS 1. Please verify that all existing easements on this plat or adjoining plats are labeled with recorded book and page numbers. Engineers Response: 2. Please verify that all proposed easements are indicated on the final plat. Engineers Response: 3. Addresses should be indicated on each lot. Staff has attached an address list for your use. Engineers Response: SHEET 2 | FINAL PLAT 4. The 100 year flood limits of all detention and sump areas should be indicated and illustrated on the plat. Please label the elevation of the 100 year shown with a leader. Engineers Response: 5. The Waukee/Clive corporate limits should be indicated on the north side of the plat. Engineers Response: SHEET 3 | FINAL PLAT SHEET 4 | FINAL PLAT Project Name Project Engineer/Manager Project Type City Contact Fox Creek Estates Plat 7 Erin Ollendike Final Plat – Residential Melissa DeBoer PLATTING FEES 6. A check should be provided satisfying the following fees: a. $978.80 [$40.00/acre: for 24.47 acres] should be provided to satisfy the warning siren fee. b. $124,293.40 [$5,079.42/acre: for 24.47 acres] should be provided to satisfy the Little Walnut Creek Regional Lift Station costs related to sanitary sewer connection. MISCELLANEOUS COMMENTS: 7. All legal documents should be submitted prior to forwarding to City Council. Engineers Response: Staff would request that the revised plans and comment response letter be provided in digital form (PDF) via email to mdeboer@waukee.org. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding these comments, please feel free to contact Brad Deets (515-978-7899), Andy Kass (515-978-7897) or myself at (515) 978-7898. Sincerely, Melissa DeBoer, AICP Planner II