HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977-05-17 Bd Comm. MinutesCCIMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY NEEDS
MAY 3, 1977 -- 4:00 P.M.
RECREATION CENTER -- MEETING ROOM B
COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT
CMITTEE MEMBERS ABSENT
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
SUMMARY OF ITEMS DISCUSSED:
Amidon, Bohlken, Bridgeman, Cilek, Purington, Hall,
Baschnagel, Pecina, Rock
Anderson, Bolnick, Bonney, Dennis, Hibbs
Vann, Wilkinson, Burke, Martzahn
1. In the absence of Acting Chairperson Bonney, Mrs. Vann called the meeting to
. order and turned the program over to Bruce Burke, Senior Housing Inspector.
Mr. Burke presented a slide presentation dealing with the Code Enforcement
program. (summary attached)
2. Debbie Martzahn, Assistant Planner, was present to update the progress being
made on the Comprehensive Plan. Included in the presentation was a slide
program. (summary attached)
3. The business meeting was opened with the introduction of a new committee
member, Eve Baschnagel.
4. It was moved by Hall and seconded by Amidon that the minutes of the April 5,
1977, meeting be approved. Motion carried.
S. Mrs. Vann distributed copies of the Summary of CDBG Activities for April and
proposed activities for May.
6. It was announced that the newsletter scheduled to have been mailed in April was
not done because of the increased workload of City staff. There was some
discussion as to whether all the time and effort put into the preparation of
these newsletters is really worth it. The general consensus was that if half
of the copies mailed are read the effort is well worth it.
7. A copy of Powers -Willis' report on Ralston Creek (Existing Conditions, Problems
and Needs) was passed around for committee members to glance through. This
is the first of two reports to be furnished by Powers -Willis. This one identifies
the problems and the second one will offer solutions.
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8. Hall mentioned that he felt real progress has been made to remove architectural
barriers which pose a problem to handicapped or elderly persons.
9. It was moved by Bohlken and seconded by Pecina that the meeting be adjourned.
Motion carried.
Sandra S. Wiliccinson
HOUSING CODE ENFORCFd1ENT PROGR.41 •
SUr&jARY OF BRUCE BURKE'S PRESENTATION
MAY 3, 1977
Mr. Burke was present to update the Housing Code Enforcement Program. He emphasized
that the goal of the program is to monitor the physical quality of housing units
within the central corridor of the City to ensure that accommodations are maintained
in a safe and sanitary condition in accordance with applicable codes and ordinances.
He also summarized the project objectives listed in the Environmental Review Record.
Following is a complete list of project objectives:
1. To systematically inspect each renter -occupied dwelling unit within the project
areas during the next four years.
2. To inspect owner -occupied single family dwelling units within five days after
receiving a request from the resident.
3. To send a written inspection report citing identified code violations to the
property owner within 72 hours of the site visit.
4. To enforce code compliance for all structures inspected within one year.
S. To issue rental permits to all rental units complying with existing codes and
ordinances.
6. To establish and maintain an inventory of all structures within the project
areas containing residential units.
7. To review codes and ordinances bi-annually amending portions as appropriate or
necessary.
S. To coordinate efforts with the housing rehabilitation projects by sharing
structures data with rehab personnel and by making referrals as appropriate.
9. To review office procedures and time management procedures semi-annually to
insure field travel time is minimized, inspections are completed efficiently,
and reports are written comprehensively.
Mr. Burke explained the steps taken in the inspection and enforcement process.
Complaints are received by the Code Enforcement Office. After receipt of these
complaints, systematic inspections are made. As a result of these inspections,
Certificates of Compliance or directive letters are sent to the owners of the
property. When violations are found and a directive letter sent to owners of rental
properties, reinspections of the property are made; but owner -occupied dwellings
are not followed up.
Mr. Burke also presented a slide show illustrating various types of violations
that are found. These violations include:
Summary of Bruce Burke's Presentation
May 3, 1977
Page 2
Exterior
1. Eroding foundations and pierings.
2. Missing siding.
3. Missing or defective handrails.
4. Loose flooring and steps.
S. Defective chimneys.
6. Debris and trash.
7. Exterior painting needed.
8. Lack of fire escapes from upper floors.
Interior
1. Trash and debris.
2. Lack of water heater pressure temperature valves.
3. outdated or defective fire extinguishers.
4. Missing or defective handrails.
S. Defective plumbing.
6. Defective and/or temporary electrical wiring.
7. Loose plaster, wall paper, chipping paint.
S. Broken doors and windows.
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
SMARY OF DEBRA MARTZAHN'S PRESENTATION
MAY 3, 1977
Ms. Martzahn reported on the progress of the Comprehensive Plan. She stated that
after 1'1 years of activity the background reports, the surveys and the neighborhood
meetings have been completed.
Ms. Martzahn said a new City Plan is necessary to provide a consistent framework
for Council decisions, and to enable Iowa City to continue receiving federal
funds.
The planning staff is now developing goals and objectives which will be the basis
for the City Plan. After the Plan is completed, the Comprehensive Plan Coordinating
Committee will submit the Plan to the Planning and Zoning Commission for their
recommendation to Council. Following the adoption of the Plan, scheduled for
October, 1977, the planning staff will work on its implementation and a redrawing of
the zoning map.
Ms. Martzahn concluded her talk with a slide presentation which had been prepared
for the neighborhood meetings. General surveys and technical reports were available
to those wanting copies.
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COORDINATING COMMITTEE
APRIL 20, 1977 -- 7:30 P.M.
CITY MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM
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14EMBERS PRESENT: Blum, Cain, Jakobsen, Ogesen
MEMBERS ABSENT: deProsse, Neuhau.ser, Perret, Vetter
STAFF PRESENT: Geshwiler, Kraft, Martzahn, Milkman, Oszman
Chairman Blum called the meeting to order. He reported that
the slide show which was to be shown at the following week's
neighborhood meetings was currently being put together. He
commented that more slides were needed. It was suggested that
University Photo Service be contacted regarding this.
The Committee discussed the script for the slide show. Rick
Geshwiler, Senior Planner, explained that the script was some-
what rough and would be rewritten so that it would flow better.
Committee member Cain said she felt many of the sentences were
too long and would be difficult to read aloud.
The Committee discussed the public relations aspect of the next
stages of the Comprehensive Plan - the publication of the Citizen's
Planning Guide and the General Survey, and the Neighborhood
Meetings to be held the following week.
Geshwiler projected that the General Survey would go out by
the following Saturday. He then explained the format which the
;gaff had worked out for the Neighborhood Meetings, which was
CS follows:
Introduction 7:30-7:45
1. Slide show 7:45-8:00
2. Structured 8:00-8:45
"Issue Questions',
3. Unstructured time 8:45-9:15
for discussion
4. Informal time 9:15-9:3'1`
Blum suggested that the Staff prepare very specific questions,
so that meeting leaders would have something to fall back on
if people were hesitant about discussing the larger issues.
Geshwiler asked if the Committee thought it desirable to have
a record of who attended the meetings. This was discussed, and
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it was decided that it was desirable only it' it could be done
without making people feel uncomfortable.
Geshwiler said that copies of several of the background reports,
as wall as some of the maps, would be available at the Neighbor—
hood Meetings.
The Committee decided to have a get—together after the first
meeting, at Hoover School, so that they might discuss how
the meeting went and what they might do differently at subsequent
meetings.
The meeting adjourned.
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Prepared by:
Ellen Oszm , DCD
Approved by:!`'icti�itccc Oa4C--,
Patricia Cain
Secretary, CPCC
MEMBERS PRESENT: Blum, Kammermeyer, Jakobsen, Lehman, Ogesen, Vetter
MEMBER ABSENT: Cain
STAFF PRESENT: Boothroy, Schmeiser
RECOINIM13NUATIONS TO TIIE CITY COUNCIL:
None
REQUESTS TO THE CITY MANAGER FOR INFORMATION OR STAFF ASSISTANCE:
None
LIST OF MATTERS PENDING COMMISSION/COUNCIL DISPOSITION:
1. P-7317. Creation of a University Zone (U).
2. P-7410. Creation of a Mobile Home Residential Zone (RMII).
3. P-7403. Revision of M1 and M2 Zones.
SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACTIONS TAKEN:
Vice Chairman Blum called the meeting to order and noted that a special meeting
has been scheduled to review an innovative parking design plan for Iowa State
Bank to be located south of Burlington Street and west of Clinton Street.
Blum mentioned that he was concerned about setting a precedent of considering
such cases on such short notice, to which it was indicated that the only reason
this item was being presented to the Commission was because of a slight
difference in interpretation of the Tree Regulations by the Building Inspector.
Don Schmeiser, Senior Planner, noted that the tree planting plan is in compliance
with the Tree Regulations except for the provision of a landscaped island between
the parking area and the building.
The applicant stated that they felt they were in total compliance with the Tree
Rogulutions, but because of a sidewalk between the parking area and the building
at one point, the Building Inspector did not feel that the separation could be
wholly construed as a landscaped island. Kamme rmeyer noted that the separation
between the parking area and the building could not technically be construed as
an "island" as there would have to be curbs placed around it.
The Staff indicated that they felt the plan met the intent of the Tree Regulations
and recommended that the plan be approved.
The Commission voted unanimously to approve the innovative parking design plan
for Iowa State Bank.
The Commission discuesad the necessity for revis.nl, the '17er Iteltulatians in
provide definition for many of the terms and to eliminate much of the ambiguity
in the Ordinance. Landscape architects with Ilan uu-LLrd-Meyer, at the suggestion
of the Commission, indicated thut they would provide a glossury of terms and
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IOWA CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION -- SPI:CIAL
MHITING
MAY 2, 1977 --
7:30 P.M.
CITY MANAGER'S
CONFERENCE ROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Blum, Kammermeyer, Jakobsen, Lehman, Ogesen, Vetter
MEMBER ABSENT: Cain
STAFF PRESENT: Boothroy, Schmeiser
RECOINIM13NUATIONS TO TIIE CITY COUNCIL:
None
REQUESTS TO THE CITY MANAGER FOR INFORMATION OR STAFF ASSISTANCE:
None
LIST OF MATTERS PENDING COMMISSION/COUNCIL DISPOSITION:
1. P-7317. Creation of a University Zone (U).
2. P-7410. Creation of a Mobile Home Residential Zone (RMII).
3. P-7403. Revision of M1 and M2 Zones.
SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACTIONS TAKEN:
Vice Chairman Blum called the meeting to order and noted that a special meeting
has been scheduled to review an innovative parking design plan for Iowa State
Bank to be located south of Burlington Street and west of Clinton Street.
Blum mentioned that he was concerned about setting a precedent of considering
such cases on such short notice, to which it was indicated that the only reason
this item was being presented to the Commission was because of a slight
difference in interpretation of the Tree Regulations by the Building Inspector.
Don Schmeiser, Senior Planner, noted that the tree planting plan is in compliance
with the Tree Regulations except for the provision of a landscaped island between
the parking area and the building.
The applicant stated that they felt they were in total compliance with the Tree
Rogulutions, but because of a sidewalk between the parking area and the building
at one point, the Building Inspector did not feel that the separation could be
wholly construed as a landscaped island. Kamme rmeyer noted that the separation
between the parking area and the building could not technically be construed as
an "island" as there would have to be curbs placed around it.
The Staff indicated that they felt the plan met the intent of the Tree Regulations
and recommended that the plan be approved.
The Commission voted unanimously to approve the innovative parking design plan
for Iowa State Bank.
The Commission discuesad the necessity for revis.nl, the '17er Iteltulatians in
provide definition for many of the terms and to eliminate much of the ambiguity
in the Ordinance. Landscape architects with Ilan uu-LLrd-Meyer, at the suggestion
of the Commission, indicated thut they would provide a glossury of terms and
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Prepared by:
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Approved by: . t1. e., t�.� .tom f. f.%jam
JMnita Vetter, Secretary, P$Z
MINU I:S
IOIVA CITY PLANNING AND ZONING CONNISSION
MAY 5, 1977 -- 7:30 P.M.
CIVIC CENTIiR COUNCII. CIiAMDE1tS
MEMBERS PRESENT: Cain, Jakobsen, Blum, Kamnermeyer, Lehman, Vetter, Ogesen
S'T'AFF PRESENT: Boothroy, Ryan, Jones, Child
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. To approve S-7715, preliminary plat of a resubdivision of a portion of Lot
30, Conway's Subdivision located west of Prairie du Chien Road and south of
St. Ann's Drive, with a variance allowing streets to be constructed at a
width of 25' instead of 28' and with a note on the plat that no construction
be allowed within the storm water management basin.
2. To recommend the following regarding the Urban Renewal Plan:
That the Urban Renewal Plan is not inconsistent with the existing Iowa
City Comprehensive Plan.
That Dubuque Street from Washington Street south to the southern edge of
the alley between Washington and College Streets be maintained open to
limited vehicular traffic, restricted to emergency and service vehicles
at a minimum necessary width, for the purpose of providing services to
that alley and that the remainder of Dubuque Street south of the alley
to the northern edge of the alley between College and Burlington Streets
be closed and used as a pedestrian mall.
That the City Council maintain access for public automobile traffic both
ways on Washington Street between Madison and Clinton Streets.
RRQUIiSTS '1'0 THE CITY MANAGET FOR INFORMATION OR STAFF ASSIS'T'ANCE:
That the Legal Staff provide assistance regarding county/city requirements
for S-7718, Lovetinsky Subdivision.
LIST OF MATTERS PENDING COMMISSION/COUNCIL DISPOSITION:
1. P-7317. Creation of a University Zone (U).
2. P-7410. Creation of a Mobile Home Residential Zone (18111),
3. P-7403. Revision of M1 and M2 Zones.
SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACI'IONS 'TAKEN:
Chairperson Cain called the meeting to order and asked if anyone wished to
discuss items not included on the agenda, Bruce Glasgow, 834 N. 3 ohnson,
stated that he would like to discuss Scott Boulevard, Part V. Chairperson
Cain indicated that the Commission would discuss the item later in the meeting.
Cain asked If there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the
meeting held on April 14, 1977. The Commission unanimously approved the minutes
of the April 14th meeting. Cain asked if there were nny addttinn� or corrections
to the miautte of the meetiul', held ur Ap:iI :I, 19 .:oil. suggca.icd thut tilt
fifth recommendation to the City Council on Page I be el iminated and noted that
the procedures were actually adopted by the P&Z Ccmmis�tiro and were to be forwarded
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carried unanimously.
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The motion to approve the minutes of the April 21st meeting
fat of a
a portion of Lot 30
bt. Ann•s urnve
Doug Boothroy, Assistant Planner, explained changes which had been made in the
revised plat and stated that the Engineering Division had verbally approved the
plat. Cain stated that written opinions from the Engineering Staff would be
preferred.
George C. Parks, 1424 Buresh, expressed concern about (1) using Buresh Avenue
for heavy construction equipment, and (2) inadequate water pressure in the subject
area. Mr. Parks requested that construction start at St. Ann's Drive. Commission
members informed Mr. Parks that the City has no control over the use of existing
streets for heavy equipment unless a load limit or embargo had been placed on
the streets. Commissioners also stated that the developer's construction schedule
is not within the purview of the PgZ Commission. Mr. Boothroy stated that the
Public Works Department had determined water and sewer mains to be adequate for
the proposed development.
Angie Ryan, Assistant City Attorney, suggested that the Commission forward to
the Public Works Department the concerns expressed by Mr. Parks,
After further discussion, the Commission unanimously approved a motion to recommend
to the City Council approval of S-7715, preliminary plat of a resubdivision of a
portion of Lot 30, Conway's Subdivision located west of Prairie du Chien Road
and south of St. Ann's Drive, with a variance allowing streets to be constructed
at a width of 25' instead of 28' and with a note on the plat that no construction
be allowed within the storm water management basin.
Commissioner Blum suggested that Chairperson Cain send a letter to the Public
Works Department regarding a possible method of prohibiting heavy construction
equipment from using Oaklawn and Buresh Avenues, determining whether the streets
could be constructed from the north along St. Ann's Drive south, and whether St.
Ann's Drive could be used for such equipment. Commissioners also suggested that
Mr. Parks attend the May 17th City Council meeting to express his concerns.
5-7717. Public discussion of a nreliminary and final sunubdivision plat of Sycamore
Bluff located one mile south of Iowa City and west of Coty Road w AF (Sand Rnadl
Mr. Boothroy stated that the Staff had just received a revised plat at 7:30 p.m.
and, therefore, there was no opportunity for review. Mr. koothroy recommended
that the applicant submit a waiver of the 45 -day limitation period.
Larry Schnittjer, landscape architect, requested that the Commission consider
the item at a special meeting to be held Mnv 12th,
Lomissioner Blum noted that Sam Fahr, Chairperson of the kiverfront Commission,
had been sent a copy of the plot.
The Commission unanimously approved a motion to defer considertion of S-7717,
public discussion of a preliminary and final subdivision plat of Sycamore III uff
located one mile south of lowa City and west of County Road h' 66 (Sand Road),
to a special P$Z meeting to be held May 12, 1977 at 7:00 p.m.
S-7719. Public discussion of a preliminary and final subdivision plat of
I.ovetinsky Subdivision located one and one-half miles south of Iowa City
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Chairperson Cain explained that there was a legal question as to whether or
not the subject property would have to be subdivided. Since the applicant is
only dividing the property into two lots, Angie Ryan said, it would not be
necessary to submit a subdivision plat. Cain said she thought county guidelines
would require submission of a subdivision plat.
Commissioner Kammermeyer stated that the following alternatives could be pursued
by the Commission:
(1) take no action,
(2) deny the plat,
(3) approve the plat according to county specifications, or
(4) approve the plat subject to approval of all city specifications.
Blum suggested that the I.egal Staff provide additional assistance in determining
what action would be appropriate. Since approval seems to indicate compliance,
Lehman said, it would seem wise to waive the 45 -Jay limitation period.
The Commission unanimously approved a motion to defer consideration of S-7718,
Lovetinsky Subdivision, until a special meeting to be held May 12, 1977, and to
request Legal Staff assistance regarding county requirements for subdivisions
of this nature.
V-7701. Public discussion of the vacation of the south 120 feet of an
between Dubuque and Linn Street on the north side of Prentiss Street.
So that adjacent property owners can be notified, the Commission unanimously
approved a motion to defer consideration of V-7701 until the next regular
meeting of the PGZ Commission to be held May 19, 1977.
Bruce Glusguw discussed with t he Commission the relocation of sto rn1 water retention
busins for Scott Boulevard, Part V. Commissioners 0gesen and Blum expressed
opposition to uny more streets intersecting with Scott Roulevurd.
Review and consideration of the Urban Renewal Plan.
Ry unanimous vote, the Commission found that the llrbnn Renewal Plan is not
inrfmsi stent with the existing lvw:, I'ity I.mm, rehens itr 1'lur,.
A motion wus made by kammermvve r, seconded by Lehman, to re-rommeud to thv City
Council that the concept of tilt- transit mull for Dubuque tit rvvt he nun nta need
and consideration of'a proposed parking policy.
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'asking'for a*specific ;recommendation "of endorsomontof the parking
but, rather, was seeking the Commission's help in propuring u final
toners expressed concern regarding enforcement of hundicapped parking
t effect the,parking policy would have on the transit system., Commisaiono K
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�S s! A vote; on the recommendation to the City Council to maintain access 'fo1, pull lic
tiilw '_Ji'automobile traffic. bothways on'Washington Street between Madison and Clinton
r Streets carned`4-3 with` Blum,. Cain and Ogesen voting no,
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Blum explained ,that his opposition was based on the feeling that the Commission
seebe "getting too deep Iinto the nitty gritty” of the Uiton Ronowal flan
elt"the,Commission'should.not attempt to redesign downtown Iowa City, Cain
! said she was in,favor of redesigning Washington Street to emphasite"pedestrian
and transit traffic and "had no objection to having vehicular traffic going hoth
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ways,,however,,Ishe;'did •not feel; comfortable about. recommending approval.of 1110
!Botion'without,emphasizing the'need for better transit facilities. Ogosrn felt
there was insufficient information at the time to justify reconmauling approval
of the motron
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and consideration of'a proposed parking policy.
es, Administrativo Assistant, explained to the Commixslonore'thnt he
'asking'for a*specific ;recommendation "of endorsomontof the parking
but, rather, was seeking the Commission's help in propuring u final
toners expressed concern regarding enforcement of hundicapped parking
t effect the,parking policy would have on the transit system., Commisaiono K
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also encouraged peripheral parking and suggested that off-street parking should
not cost more than on -street parking.
Blum stated that the parking policy should be a method of controlling and
promoting a smooth flow of automobile, pedestrian and transit traffic rather
than a method of generating additional revenue for the City.
Angie Ryan pointed out that the revenue from metered parking only covers costs
and is not profit-making. This, however, is not true for fines, she said.
Mel Jones stated that the document is not intended to be a policy on pricing
tickets but as a guide to follow in the future.
Blum suggested that consideration be given to parking devices which would promote
a high turnover time for on -street parking. Those parking spaces should be
primarily for shoppers, Blum said. Ogesen suggested the possibility of commuter
parking lots in outlying areas (i.e., flood plain) which would be adjacent to
City bus lines. Cain favored encouraging employees and long-term shoppers to
use the transit system.
Cain expressed appreciation to Mel Jones for the Commission's opportunity to
express their concerns.
Commissioner Jakobsen gave a brief report on the May 3rd City Council meeting.
Commissioners requested that a policy be established whereby property owners
he notified in writing if the P$Z Commission or the City Council initiate
action to consider a rezoning.
The meeting adjourned.
Prepared
by: i1R ll�icLet
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ThPrry Chiild.ecretary, DCD
by: Il
J nits Vetter, Secretary, PBZ
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STAFF REPORT
To: Planning and Zoning Commission
Item: S-7715. Resubdivision of a
portion of Lot 30, Conway's
Subdivision
GENERAL INFORMATION
Applicant:
Requested action:
Purpose:
Location:
Size:
Existing land use and zoning:
Surrounding land use and zoning:
Applicable regulations:
45 -day limitation period:
60 -day limitation period:
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Public utilities:
Public services:
Transportation:
1'hy.iral cha ra ctrr�st�rt
Prepared by: Doug 800throy
Date: April 21, 1977
Condowa, Inc.
834 N. Johnson
Approval of a preliminary sub-
division plat.
To develop 25 single family
residential lots at R1A density.
West of Prairie du Chien Road
and south of St. Ann's Drive.
10.76 acres
Undeveloped and R1A
West - undeveloped and RIA
East - single family residential,
duplex, RIA and R2
North - undeveloped and R1A
South - single family residential and
RIA
Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance.
4/28/77
5/13/77
Adequate water service is available.
The sanitary sewer is presently at
capacity.
Sanitation service and police and
fire protection are available.
Vehicular access would be provided
from Oaklawn and Suresh Avenue and
St. Ann Drive.
The tnpof:rephy i, nx,deratrly slopilly
to steep with u slope range of from
5 to 25 percent.
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ANALYSIS
The subject addition is a subdivision (replat) of Lot 30 of Conway's addition
previously approved. This 25 -lot subdivision provides lots with square
footage well exceeding the RIA requirements. Particular elements of the
subdivision that need to be addressed are:
1. The vacation and disposition of the north 25 feet of the 60 -foot
right-of-way running the full length of the proposed subdivision
(see Staff Report V-7702); and
2. The extension of Foster Road.
Iowa City has poor east to west traffic circulation. The motorist is provided
with few good alternative routes by which to get from one side of town to the
other. This lack of well-defined alternatives results in awkward and slow
traffic flows on residential streets not designed for collector or arterial
purposes. The development of Foster Road as a through street from Dubuque
to Old Dubuque Road has for some time been considered an opportunity to
provide just such an alternative for the residents on the north side of
town.
It has been the City's position that Foster Road be a through street. The
approval of Conway's subdivision as platted would be a recommendation for
the alignment of Foster Road such that it would eventually be constructed
as a through street.
RECOMMENDATION
The Staff recommends that consideration of an action on the preliminary plat
be deferred. The Staff further recommends that upon revision of the plat
incorporating the deficiencies and discrepancies noted below, the preliminary
plat be approved.
DEFICIENCIES AND DISCREPANCIES
All of Lot 30, Conway's Addition should be included in this resubdivision.
Resulting Outlots should be labeled as Parcel A, 8, etc. Foster Road
should be shown for all the subdivision.
2. The entire 60 -foot ROW along the south property line should be shown and
the portion being requested for vacation also shown.
3. The stormwater detention facility should be located in the lower reaches
of the subdivison, Lots 2 and 3, etc.
4. Sewer lines in this area are available but until the east -west trunk is
installed, there is not sufficient capacity. The east -west trunk is
programmed to start in 1978 with completion in about two years. The
Engineering Division will forward this information to the Department of
Environmental Ouality requesting approval of the added fi'Inw.
AITACIBIENTS
Location map.
ACCOMPANIMENT
Preliminary plan.
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Approved by;({Gj
Dennis R.
Kraftf DiFr6ctor
Dept. of Community Development
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NOTICE
THE CITY COUNCIL OF IOWA CITY IS CONSIDERING
AN APPOINTMENT TO THE FOLLOWING COMMITTEE:
COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY NEEDS
One vacancy - Unexpired Term
June 21 , 1977 - March 1 , 1979
It is the duty of members of the Committee on Community Needs to coordinate
communication channels between groups and citizens of Iowa City and the
City Council and staff and then to responsibly respond to program proposals
as solutions designed to meet the community's needs.
Iowa City appointed members of boards and commissions must be qualified
voters of the City of Iowa City.
This appointment will be made at the June 21, 1977, meeting of the City
Council at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers. Persons interested in being
considered for this position should contact the City Clerk, Civic Center,
410 East Washington. Application forms are available from the Clerk's
office upon request.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
CIVIC CENTER, 410 E. WASHINGTON ST.
IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240
319,354-1800
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IOWA PUBLIC INTEREST RESEARCH GROUP
May 9, ]977
Mary Neuhauser, Mayor
City of Iowa City
410 E. Washington
Iowa City, IA 52240
Dear Mary:
I am writing to submit my resignation from the Committee on Community
Needs, of the City of Iowa City. Despite my continuing interest in wise use
of revenue sharing funds under the Housing and Community Development Act,
I have found that I am unable to fulfill my responsibilities in direct over-
sight of community development expenditures.
As the frequent missives from Iowa PIRG to the City demonstrate, I am
quite heavily involved in many other issues. I would prefer to focus my
efforts, and have time to tend to my garden, than overextend myself.
I thank you again for the opportunity I have had to serve Iowa City.
Sincerely,
Ira Bolnick
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