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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will
be held by the City Council of Iowa City, Iowa, at
7:00 p.m. on the 21st day of February, 2017, in
Emma J. Harvat Hall, 410 E. Washington Street,
Iowa City, Iowa, or if said meeting is cancelled, at
the next meeting of the City Council thereafter as
posted by the City Clerk; at which hearing the
Council will consider:
1. An ordinance amending Title 4, Chapter
3, Outdoor Service Areas and Title 14,
Article 4D, Temporary Uses, to allow
limited use of amplified background
music for eating and drinking
establishments in the Riverfront
Crossings South Gilbert and West
Riverfront Subdistricts.
2. An ordinance amending City Code
Section 14 -2g -7f-9, Sign Regulations in
the Riverfront Crossings Form -based
Code, to change the sign allowance for
fascia signs for cottage industries and
associated uses in the South Gilbert
Subdistrict of Riverfront Crossings.
3. An ordinance amending City Cade
Section 14 -2g -3a to address building and
parking placement standards for property
at the corner of South Gilbert Street and
Highway 6.
Copies of the proposed ordinances and
resolutions are on file for public examination in the
office of the City Clerk, City Hall, Iowa City, Iowa.
Persons wishing to make their views known for
Council consideration are encouraged to appear
at the above-mentioned time and place.
JULIE VOPARIL, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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`®ter CITY OF IOWA CITY
z--'= me MEMORANDUM
Date: January 19, 2017
To: Planning and Zoning Commission
From: Karen Howard, Associate Planner 4V
Re: Code amendments to allow limited use of amplified music in outdoor service
areas in the South Gilbert and West Riverfront subdistricts of Riverfront
Crossings
Background: The City has received a request from Big Grove Brewery to allow them to have
low volume background music in their outdoor service area. Currently amplified sound is not
allowed in outdoor services areas (OSAs), except for limited use in rooftop service areas. Most
of Iowa City's OSAs are located in the downtown area where the prevalence of eating and
drinking establishments results in close adjacency between OSAs. It would be difficult, if not
impossible to prevent spillover sound from one OSA to another if amplified sound were allowed
in all the OSAs in the downtown area. However, in outlying areas where such uses have not yet
been established or are more dispersed, having low volume background music within an OSA
may create welcome ambience for outdoor dining since it will not be mixed with conflicting
sound from another OSA. There are other communities that allow this type of low volume
background music with varied regulations to control volume, location, hours, and design to
prevent spillover nuisance noise.
Discussion of Solutions: Similar to how we allow amplified sound in the recently adopted
regulations for rooftop service areas, background music could be allowed through a seasonal
temporary use permit with rules regarding design, location, hours, and volume. Temporary use
permits are renewed annually and can be granted with conditions that are appropriate for the
unique circumstances of each application. It is important to note that a temporary use permit is
not a right and if circumstances dictate, the City can modify the conditions of the permit or
choose not to issue such a permit. The temporary use permit will allow the City to more quickly
remedy any nuisances related to the noise. Staff recommends establishing the new allowance
in the areas of Riverfront Crossings that are currently more commercial in character, the South
Gilbert Subdistrict and the West Riverfront Subdistrict.
Recommendation: To address the aforementioned issue, staff recommends the following
changes to the City Code:
Amend 43-1C-5, Noise Restrictions (for Outdoor Service Areas), as follows:
5. Noise Restrictions: Compliance with the City noise ordinance shall be required.
noise or nuisance ordinance as determined by the City. Amplified sound shall be prohibited in
outdoor service areas, except for limited use in certain Riverfront Crossings Zones and in
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rooftop service areas as set forth in Title 14, Chapter 4, Articles C, "Accessory Uses and
Buildings", and D, "Temporary Uses', of this Code.
Amend 14-4D-2: Temporary Uses Allowed, by adding the following paragraph:
Amend 14-4D-4: Approval Criteria (for Temporary Uses), by adding a new subsection J.,
as follows:
residential zone.
2. Amplified sound shall be limited to background music intended to enhance the outdoor
dining experience associated with an eating or drinking establishment and therefore
should be kept at a low volume that will not inhibit normal conversation within the OSA
and will minimize carry to areas outside the OSA.
3. Amplified background music is only allowed if the OSA is located more than 100 feet
from any other OSA unless it can be demonstrated that the amplified sound from the
OSA is not audible within the other OSA.
4. The City may restrict the hours when amplified sound may be used However, in no case
shall amplified sound be permitted between the hours of 12:00 midnight and 10:00 AM.
5. Amplified sound may be restricted or prohibited during public events, festivals or
concerts.
6. The applicant must submit a sound mitigation plan to the City that illustrates to the
satisfaction of the City how the design of the OSA will minimize carry of noise to areas
outside the OSA The sound mitigation plan shall include information regarding the
methods that will be used to minimize the carry of noise such as specialized screen wall
materials sound deadening techniques placement and orientation of speakers control
of volume or similar. That plan shall include anticipated decibel levels and note how the
volume will be controlled The City may require additional measures to remedy any
violation of the City's noise or nuisance ordinance as determined by the City.
7. Live entertainment movies DJs or presentations using amplification are not allowed
Approv
Planning and Zoning Commission
January 19, 2017 - Formal Meeting
Page 4 of 11
Liz Maas (620 Ronald's Street) works for Transition Ecology and is representing S & G
Materials on this application. She noted that the basins shown on the map and that the one
marked C does not actually go all the way to the road and because of that topographically there
is no sand and gravel mining proposed for that area with this project, so that will serve as a
buffer. Additionally no additional truck traffic will be on Oak Crest Hill Road SE.
Maas noted that Blue -line streams are federally regulated as well as by the State and the
County. In addition, because this property has wetlands on it, which are also federally
protected, so they are careful to not touch any of those areas on this property. The impacts
they are proposing are mostly old ditches that have been carved by farmers over the years to
allow for drainage, which may look like wetlands but are considered farm basins. Any areas
they are disturbing they are offsetting the impact with the construction of mitigation sites (such
as the area to the north). Additionally after they are done mining in an area, they are required to
create wetland shoreline areas.
With regards to the question about the river, the other entity that manages these types of sites is
an organization called MSHA and the Iowa Department of Agriculture also permits this activity
and have regulations on how close to the river the mining can actually be. During the flood of
2014 and 2008 this area flooded but some of the area sits high enough that it was not flooded.
Recently they received a "no rise" certificate for the entire property to illustrate that the sand
piles and activities on the property are not causing rise of water upstream.
Hensch asked what the anticipated life span of this quarry would be. Maas stated that the
preexisting quarry has been in operation for the last 15 years and probably has another 2-3
years to finish out, depending on need. The second additional will probably be in operation
another 15-20 years.
Freerks closed the public discussion
Hensch moved to recommend that the City Council forward a letter to the Johnson
County Board of Adjustment, recommending that an application submitted by S & G
Materials to Johnson County for a Conditional Use Permit to allow for sand and
gravel mining on property south of their current site at 4059 Izaak Walton Road be
approved subject to compliance with the mitigation plan.
Martin seconded the motion
A vote was taken and the motion carried 7-0.
CODE AMENDMENT ITEMS:
1. Discussion of an amendment to outdoor service areas regulations in Title 4 of the City Code,
and temporary use provisions in Title 14 of the City Code, to allow limited use of amplified
background music for eating and drinking establishments in the Riverfront Crossings -
South Gilbert and West Riverfront subdistricts.
Howard explained that the City has received a request from Big Grove Brewery, who are
repurposing an existing building along South Gilbert Street, to allow amplified music in its
proposed outdoor service area, which is part of the restaurant that will be behind the
Planning and Zoning Commission
January 19, 2017 — Formal Meeting
Page 5 of 11
brewery. This area is in the South Gilbert area of Riverfront Crossings. Amplified sound is
currently not allowed in any outdoor service areas in the City, as most of the outdoor service
areas are in the downtown area and are in close proximity to each other and it would be
difficult, if not impossible, to prevent noise spillover. However in outlying areas, where there
are currently no outdoor service areas or where they will likely be more spread out, low level
background music may not be a problem. Several surrounding communities do allow low
level background music to create an ambience for outdoor dining. Staff felt given that
outdoor service areas are not as prevalent in the outlying areas of Riverfront Crossings, it
may be reasonable to allow amplified background music, regulated through a seasonal
temporary use permit. Staff recommends establishing the new allowance in the areas of
Riverfront Crossings that are currently more commercial in character, the South Gilbert
Subdistrict and the West Riverfront Subdistrict. Temporary use permits allow for rules
regarding design, location, hours, and volume on a seasonal basis with conditions that are
appropriate for the unique circumstances of each application. It also allows for modification
or nonrenewal of the permit if there are problems.
Staff recommends to add language to the temporary use section of the Zoning Ordinance,
and an amendment to Title 4 (the outdoor service area portion). The rules would be similar
to those that were adopted a few months ago for the rooftop service areas allowing
amplified sound through a temporary use permit. The following conditions would apply:
1. Amplified sound is only allowed if the OSA is located more than 300 feet from any
residential zone.
2. Amplified sound shall be limited to background music intended to enhance the outdoor
dining experience associated with an eating or drinking establishment and therefore
should be kept at a low volume that will not inhibit normal conversation within the OSA
and will minimize carry to areas outside the OSA.
3. Amplified background music is only allowed if the OSA is located more than 100 feet
from any other OSA, unless it can be demonstrated that the amplified sound from the
OSA is not audible within the other OSA.
4. The City may restrict the hours when amplified sound may be used. However, in no
case shall amplified sound be permitted between the hours of 12:00 midnight and 10:00
AM.
5. Amplified sound may be restricted or prohibited during public events, festivals or
concerts.
6. The applicant must submit a sound mitigation plan to the City that illustrates to the
satisfaction of the City how the design of the OSA will minimize carry of noise to areas
outside the OSA. The sound mitigation plan shall include information regarding the
methods that will be used to minimize the carry of noise, such as specialized screen
wall materials, sound deadening techniques, placement and orientation of speakers,
control of volume, or similar. That plan shall include anticipated decibel levels and note
how the volume will be controlled. The City may require additional measures to remedy
any violation of the City's noise or nuisance ordinance, as determined by the City.
7. Live entertainment, movies, DJs, or presentations using amplification are not allowed
under this permit. A separate temporary use permit is required for those types of
special events.
Freerks asked if there was a standard to determine what "low volume" should be. Howard
said that will be determined based on characteristics of the site and through demonstration
of how spillover noise will be controlled. The applicant will have to address it in their
mitigation plan. The City can request adjustment if noise becomes a nuisance.
Planning and Zoning Commission
January 19, 2017 — Formal Meeting
Page 6 of 11
Theobald questioned the inclusion of the West Riverfront Crossings District as it currently
already has residents. Howard explained that each application for a temporary use permit
will be considered on a case by case basis and it will be up to the applicant to demonstrate
that there will not be spillover noise to neighboring properties.
Freerks opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, Freerks closed the public hearing.
Hensch moved to amend the outdoor service areas regulations in Title 4 of the City
Code, and temporary use provisions in Title 14 of the City Code, to allow limited use
of amplified background music for eating and drinking establishments in the
Riverfront Crossings - South Gilbert and West Riverfront subdistricts.
Martin seconded the motion.
A vote was taken and the motion carried 7-0.
2. Discussion of an amendment to City Code Section 14 -2G -7F-9, Sign regulations in the
Riverfront Crossings Form -Based Code, to change the sign allowance for fascia signs for
manufacturing uses in the South Gilbert Subdistrict.
Howard explained that the City has received a request from Big Grove Brewery to allow
larger fascia signs (wall signs) than are currently allowed in the Riverfront Crossings South
Gilbert District. When the brewery started renovations on the property it was zoned CI -1,
which has a larger fascia sign allowance than what is allowed in the South Gilbert
Subdistrict of Riverfront Crossings. The building is set back from the street and has large
areas of blank fagade without the typical storefront windows and entryways that would be
required of new commercial buildings in the Riverfront Crossings District. When the property
was rezoned to Riverfront Crossings, the new storefront fascia signage provisions applied.
Big Grove did not anticipate a change in sign regulations when the property was rezoned to
Riverfront Crossings and was planning to create more visual interest on the fagade with
creative wall signage, but the new lower sign allowance will be inadequate. In this particular
case the Brewery is considered a "cottage industry', meaning it's the type of manufacturing
use that may sell wholesale but also has a significant retail component. Cottage industries
are allowed in Riverfront Crossings. The Brewery is trying not only to manufacture beer, but
to attract customers to their restaurant and bar, so there is reason to create more visual
interest in the fagade, to fit into what will become a walkable, mixed-use neighborhood in the
near future.
Howard noted that in commercial zones outside the downtown area where buildings are
often setback from the street without prominent storefront features, fascia signage may
cover up to 15% of each wall of a building. It makes sense to maintain consistency with
these other zones for the rare instance where an existing building is repurposed and does
not meet the storefront frontage standards that will be required of new commercial buildings
in Riverfront Crossings. The larger sign allowance provides the flexibility to design signage
that will create visual interest for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists on a cottage industry
building such as the Brewery. Since the South Gilbert subdistrict is the only area of
Riverfront Crossings where this type of situation is likely to occur due to its history as a
quasi -industrial area, staff recommends limiting this new sign allowance to this subdistrict.
Staff recommends amending paragraph 14 -2G -7F -9a, regarding signs in South Gilbert
Subdisctrict as follows:
Prepared by: Karen Howard, Associate Planner, 410 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 4, CHAPTER 3, OUTDOOR SERVICE AREAS AND
TITLE 14, ARTICLE 4D, TEMPORARY USES, TO ALLOW LIMITED USE OF AMPLIFIED
BACKGROUND MUSIC FOR EATING AND DRINKING ESTABLISHMENTS IN THE
RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS SOUTH GILBERT AND WEST RIVERFRONT SUBDISTRICTS.
WHEREAS, Iowa City, similar to other cities across the country, regulates amplified sound
in outdoor areas to prevent public nuisances associated with spillover noise into surrounding
properties and neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, amplified sound is generally not allowed in ou oor service areas due to the
potential for the noise to create a nuisance for nearby operties and the surrounding
neighborhood, particularly ,in the downtown area, where there is a concentration of outdoor
service areas, and in areas at are close to residential neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, in certain p sof the Riverfront Crossings District, namely the South Gilbert
and West Riverfront Subdistri ts, where outdoor service areas are not currently as prevalent
and where single family zone are not in the vicinity, limited use of low volume, amplified
background music in outdoors ice areas may be acceptable as a part of a mixed-use
neighborhood on a case by case sis provided thore are appropriate controls on the volume,
location, hours, and design of the ou oor service ea to prevent spillover nuisance noise;
WHEREAS, noise control in out oor servi areas and use of amplified sound is of
particular concern due to the potential r soun to travel across property boundaries and into
surrounding neighborhoods, so special a enti n is needed when considering design of these
spaces to prevent nuisance noise and amp'fi sound should only be allowed with oversight by
the City through a temporary use permit; an
WHEREAS, allowing amplified backgro n usic through a seasonal temporary use permit
allows the flexibility for the City to work th th applicant to establish a set of standards and
controls appropriate to the specific locati n and ill allow the City to more quickly remedy any
nuisances that arise; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Z ning Commis 'on has reviewed the proposed zoning
amendments and recommend appro I.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT O AINED BY THE CI COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA:
SECTION I. The Code of O finances of the City of IowaCity, Iowa is hereby amended as
follows:
A. Delete paragraph 4-3-1C , Noise Restrictions (for Outdoor service Areas), and substitute
in lieu thereof: \
5. Noise Restriction;i(. Compliance with the City noise ordinal'" shall be required. The
design of the OSA shall minimize the carry of noise to areas outside the OSA. Use of
specialized scr n wall materials, sound deadening techniqu and similar may be
required. A n ' e mitigation plan must be included with the appli tion for an OSA that
outlines the techniques that will be used to minimize the carry of noise across property
boundaries. After an OSA is established, the City reserves the right to require additional
measures to remedy any violation of the City's noise or nuisance ordinance, as
determined by the City. Amplified sound shall be prohibited in outdoor service areas,
except for limited use in certain Riverfront Crossings Zones and in rooftop serwge areas
as set forth in Title 14, Chapter 4, Articles C, "Accessory Uses and Buildings°, and D,
"Temporary Uses", of this Code.
B. Amend Section 14-4D-2, Temporary Uses Allowed, by adding the following parac4ph
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Ordinance No.
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Seasonal permit for limited use of amplified background music in outdoor service areas
associated with eating or drinking establishments located in the Riverfront Crossings -
South Gilbert (RFC -SG) or Riverfront Crossings - West Riverfront (RFC -WR) Zones
according to the approval criteria set forth in Section 14-4D-4 and any associated conditions
imposed.
C. Amend Section 14-4D-4, Approval Criteria (for Temporary Uses), by adding a new
subsection J., as follows:
J. In the RFC -SG and RFC -WR Zones, limited use of amplified background music in
outdoor service areas associated with eating or drinking establishments may be allowed
through seasonal temporary use permit, subject to the following conditions:
1. Ampli idd sound is only allowed if the OSA is located more than 300 feet from any
reside zone.
2. Amplified sound shall be limited to background music intended to enhance the
outdoor dining experience associated with an eating or drinking establishment and
therefore should be kept at a low volume that will not inhibit normal conversation
within the OSA and will minimize carry to areas outside the OSA.
3. Amplified background, music is only allowed if Pe OSA is located more than 100 feet
from any other OSA, unless it can be demo strated that the amplified sound from
the OSA is not audible within the other OSA.
4. The City may resAadd
the hours when ampf ied sound may be used. However, in no
case shall amplifound be permitted etween the hours of 12:00 midnight and
10:00 AM.
5. Amplified sound be restricted or prohibited during public events, festivals or
concerts.
6. The applicant mubmit a soun itigation plan to the City that illustrates to the
satisfaction of thty how the sig of the OSA will minimize carry of noise to
areas outside tSA. The sound itigation plan shall include information
regarding the ms that ' I be used o minimize the carry of noise, such as
specialized screall ma rials, sound eadening techniques, placement and
orientation of sers, ntrol of volume, or similar. That plan shall include
anticipateddecibvels nd note how the vo me will be controlled. The City may
require additionaas res to remedy any viola 'on of the City's noise or nuisance
ordinance, as deti ed by the City. 7. Live entertainmemovies, DJs, or presentatio s using amplification are not
allowed under thrmit. A separate temporary a permit is required for these
types of special as.
SECTION II. REPEAL R. All ordinances and parts of ordinances:in conflict with the provisions
of this Ordinance are her y repealed.
SECTION III. SEV RABILITY. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinahce shall be
adjudged to be invali or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the
Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or
unconstitutional.
SECTION IV. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage,
approval and publication.
Code Amendment Items
Discussion of an amendment to outdoor service area
regulations in Title 4 of the City Code, and temporary use
provisions in Title 14 of the City Code, to allow limited use of
amplified background music for eating and drinking
establishments in the Riverfront Crossings — South Gilbert and
West Riverfront subdistricts.
Amplified Background Music
City has received a request from Big Grove Brewery to
amplified music in its proposed outdoor service area in the
South Gilbert District of Riverfront Crossings.
Amplified sound is currently not allowed in Outdoor Service
Areas.
In downtown areas where OSAs are widespread and located in
close proximity, spillover noise from one OSA to another
makes amplified background music problematic.
In other areas where OSAs are not as common and are more
spread out, low level background music may add to the
outdoor dining experience.
Amplified Background Music
Recommendation: Allow amplified background music through
a seasonal temporary use permit in the South Gilbert and
West Riverfront Subdistricts of Riverfront Crossings, subject to
the following rules:
Must be more than 300 feet from any residential zone;
Must be more than 100 feet from another OSA or demonstrate that sound is not
audible from within the other OSA;
Amplified sound is limited to low volume background music intended to enhance
the outdoor dining experience;
Appropriate hours will be established through the temporary use permit, but in no
case would amplified sound be allowed between midnight and 10:00 AM;
11 Amplified sound may be restricted or prohibited during public events, festivals or
concerts;
11 Applicant must submit a sound mitigation plan
Live entertainment, movies, DJs or presentations using amplification are not
allowed under this permit. A separate temporary use permit would be required
for these types of special events.
Amplified Background Music
Recommendation: Allow amplified background music through
a seasonal temporary use permit in the South Gilbert and
West Riverfront Subdistricts of Riverfront Crossings.
Staff recommends approval
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended
approval by a vote of 7-0
02-21-17 -
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MEMORANDUM
Date: January 19, 2017
To: Planning and Zoning Commission
From: Karen Howard, Associate Planne
Re: Amendment to sign regulations in the South Gilbert Subdistrict of RFC
Background: Recently adopted changes to the sign code for Central Business Zones and
Riverfront Crossings Zones adjusted the signage allowance for fascia signs for commercial uses
to reflect the pedestrian -oriented storefront character of the building facades in downtown and
mixed use buildings anticipated in Riverfront Crossings. In general, since storefront
requirements in these zones are intended to create a pedestrian -oriented environment, a
substantial percentage of the building fagade must be comprised of windows and storefront
entries, with fascia signage located on a sign band above the storefront windows and below
upper floor residential windows at a scale that reflects the direct adjacency between the building
and the public sidewalk.
However, in what will likely be a rare case of re -use of an existing building in Riverfront
Crossings that was not constructed as a storefront building and is set back from the street, such
as the building that Big Grove Brewery is re -purposing for their brewing operation on South
Gilbert Street, the fascia signage allowance is inadequate to create the same kind of visual
interest on a fagade that is largely without storefront features. While the brewery owners have
improved the exterior of the building by adding new metal siding, large portions of the fagade
are fairly blank without typical storefront features such as large display windows and entries. A
manufacturing use would not typically include such features or have a reason to since they are
not typically located in pedestrian -oriented neighborhoods, and are not generally trying to attract
retail customers. In this case, the brewery is a "cottage industry' that has a significant retail
component. They are trying to attract customers, so there is reason to create more visual
interest in the fagade to fit into what will become a walkable, mixed-use neighborhood in the
near future.
Discussion of Solutions: In commercial zones outside the downtown area where buildings
are often setback from the street without prominent storefront features, fascia signage may
cover up to 15% of each wall of a building. It makes sense to maintain consistency with these
other zones for the rare instance where an existing building is repurposed and doesn't meet the
storefront frontage standards that will be required of new buildings. The larger sign allowance
provides the flexibility to design signage that will create visual interest for pedestrians, bicyclists,
and motorists on a cottage industry building such as the brewery. (See attached preliminary
sign concepts being explored by Big Grove Brewery). Since the South Gilbert subdistrict is the
only area of Riverfront Crossings where this type of situation is likely to occur due to its history
as a quasi -industrial area, staff recommends limiting this new sign allowance to this subdistrict.
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Recommendation: To address the aforementioned issue, staff recommends the following
change to the Riverfront Crossings form -based code:
Amend paragraph 14 -2G -7F -9a, regarding signs in South Gilbert Subdistrict, as follows:
a. In the South Downtown, Central Crossings, Park, and South Gilbert Subdistricts, signage on
mixed-use and non-residential buildings shall be allowed according to the standards that
apply in the CB -10 Zone, as set forth in Article 14-5B, except in the South Gilbert Subdistrict,
Approved by:
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Martin questioned the inclusion of the West Riverfront Crossings District as it currently
already has residents. Howard explained that each application for a temporary use permit
will be considered on a case by case basis and it will be up to the applicant to demonstrate
that there will not be spillover noise to neighboring properties.
Freerks opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, Freerks closed the public hearing.
Hensch moved to amend the outdoor service areas regulations in Title 4 of the City
Code, and temporary use provisions in Title 14 of the City Code, to allow limited use
of amplified background music for eating and drinking establishments in the
Riverfront Crossings - South Gilbert and West Riverfront subdistricts.
Martin seconded the motion.
A vote was taken and the motion carried 7-0.
2. Discussion of an amendment to City Code Section 14 -2G -7F-9, Sign regulations in the
Riverfront Crossings Form -Based Code, to change the sign allowance for fascia signs for
manufacturing uses in the South Gilbert Subdistrict.
Howard explained that the City has received a request from Big Grove Brewery to allow
larger fascia signs (wall signs) than are currently allowed in the Riverfront Crossings South
Gilbert District. When the brewery started renovations on the property it was zoned CI -1,
which has a larger fascia sign allowance than what is allowed in the South Gilbert
Subdistrict of Riverfront Crossings. The building is set back from the street and has large
areas of blank fagade without the typical storefront windows and entryways that would be
required of new commercial buildings in the Riverfront Crossings District. When the property
was rezoned to Riverfront Crossings, the new storefront fascia signage provisions applied.
Big Grove did not anticipate a change in sign regulations when the property was rezoned to
Riverfront Crossings and was planning to create more visual interest on the fagade with
creative wall signage, but the new lower sign allowance will be inadequate. In this particular
case the Brewery is considered a "cottage industry", meaning it's the type of manufacturing
use that may sell wholesale but also has a significant retail component. Cottage industries
are allowed in Riverfront Crossings. The Brewery is trying not only to manufacture beer, but
to attract customers to their restaurant and bar, so there is reason to create more visual
interest in the facade, to fit into what will become a walkable, mixed-use neighborhood in the
near future.
Howard noted that in commercial zones outside the downtown area where buildings are
often setback from the street without prominent storefront features, fascia signage may
cover up to 15% of each wall of a building. It makes sense to maintain consistency with
these other zones for the rare instance where an existing building is repurposed and does
not meet the storefront frontage standards that will be required of new commercial buildings
in Riverfront Crossings. The larger sign allowance provides the flexibility to design signage
that will create visual interest for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists on a cottage industry
building such as the Brewery. Since the South Gilbert subdistrict is the only area of
Riverfront Crossings where this type of situation is likely to occur due to its history as a
quasi -industrial area, staff recommends limiting this new sign allowance to this subdistrict.
Staff recommends amending paragraph 14 -2G -7F -9a, regarding signs in South Gilbert
Subdisctrict as follows:
Planning and Zoning Commission
January 19, 2017— Formal Meeting
Page 7 of 11
In the South Downtown, Central Crossing, Park, and South Gilbert Subdistricts, signage
on mixed-use and non-residential buildings should be allowed according to the
standards that apply in the CB -10 Zone, as set forth in Article 14-513, except in the South
Gilbert Subdistrict, where the maximum sign area for fascia signs for Cottage Industries
and associated uses located in existing buildings with facades that do not meet
storefront standards is 15% of the sign wall.
Signs asked if Howard could explain how the signage review correlates with the design
review of buildings such as this. Hektoen interjected and explained that since the Town of
Gilbert Supreme Court Ruling the City has taken itself out of the business of design review
for signs to avoid facing potential First Amendment Claims of violation of freedom of speech.
Signs questioned how such a blank fagade was allowed in Riverfront Crossings. Howard
acknowledged that this situation is unique because they are repurposing an existing
structure that does not have typical storefront features. She noted that all new buildings
including those for cottage industries in the Riverfront Crossings area will have to comply
with the more strict storefront design standards. The larger sign allowance will help to
mitigate what would otherwise be fairly blank facades that are visible from the street by
allowing more of the fagade to be covered with creative signage. Miklo added that the work
on the brewery began under the old zoning of CI -1, so the Riverfront Crossings storefront
standards did not apply at that time.
Freerks opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, Freerks closed the public hearing.
Parsons moved to approve an amendment to City Code Section 14 -2G -7F-9, Sign
regulations in the Riverfront Crossings Form -Based Code, to change the sign
allowance for fascia signs for manufacturing uses in the South Gilbert Subdistrict
using the revised language Staff distributed at the meeting.
Martin seconded the motion.
Signs asked about what is considered signage versus what is just artwork on the building.
Howard said the drawings included in the packet were just concepts that the brewery was
considering and they have not settled on a final design yet. Staff has informed them that if
the signage is part of their logo it is considered a sign, but if it is an image that is not part of
their logo or their name, then it would be considered artwork and not subject to the sign
allowance. In other words, they could cover the entire fagade with a mural as long as it did
not contain their logo.
Signs stated he is torn, he likes the concepts, he likes the reuse of the building, but seems
like it will not fit the character of what the Riverfront Crossings Plan called for in this area.
Howard emphasized that the amendment just allows for larger fascia signs. The building
was repurposed before the property was zoned Riverfront Crossings, so the storefront
standards were not required at the time. While the location of the building and the large
blank facades are not ideal in meeting the Riverfront Crossings form -based code standards,
if the sign amendment is not approved, the current storefront sign guidelines will apply. The
amendment under consideration is not whether or not to allow the brewery but whether to
allow fascia signage to be larger to create more visual interest on building facades that are
nonconforming with the Riverfront Crossings storefront standards.
Planning and Zoning Commission
January 19, 2017 — Formal Meeting
Page 8 of 11
Dyer stated she likes the amendment, she noted however that she was hoping when this
building was redeveloped there would be an addition to the front of the building so that it
would be more in keeping with the Riverfront Crossings Plan and code to fit into the future
walkable neighborhood.
A vote was taken and the motion carried 7-0.
3. Discussion of amendments to the standards for the South Gilbert Subdistrict of Riverfront
Crossings in City Code Section 14 -2G -3A to address building and parking placement for
properties that front on Highway 6.
Howard noted there is really only one property that has frontage on both Highway 6 and
Gilbert Street, so the requested amendment would have limited application. The developer
that is in the process of designing a new building on the former Pleasant Valley Nursery site
has requested that we consider allowing one aisle of parking between a new mixed-use
building and Highway 6. The building will have a storefront frontage aligned close to Gilbert
Street with access from the public sidewalk to the main lobby for the residential units above
in compliance with the form -based code. However, to use the remaining land south of Big
Grove Brewery more efficiently, the developer would like the new building on the Pleasant
Valley site to have another longer storefront facade oriented toward Highway 6. Howard
showed some renderings from the architect on how the building would be oriented. Since
Highway 6 will never be an urban street with on -street parking to activate commercial
storefronts, it makes sense to allow one aisle of parking between the building and the
Highway 6 frontage. This would be similar to the allowance made in the form -based code
along the west side of Riverside Drive south of Benton Street. Staff recommends adding a
provision to the form -based code to address the unique frontage condition along Highway 6
Staff recommends amending 14 -2G -3A -3b, Building Placement (in the South Gilbert
Subdistrict), by amending paragraph (1) and adding a new sub -paragraph (e), as
follows:
b. Building Placement
(1) Principal buildings shall be placed to the front and corner of lots and aligned along
setbacks in compliance with the following requirements as shown in Figure 2G-4, except
as indicated below:
(sub -paragraphs (a) - (d) remain the same)
(e) In the South Gilbert Subdistrict, for a lot with frontage on both Gilbert Street and
Highway 6, the building facade that faces Highway 6 may be aligned along a pedestrian
way with abutting perpendicular parking spaces aligned along an east -west drive aisle
located between the building and Highway 6. Therefore, the maximum setback along the
Highway 6 frontage may be adjusted accordingly.
Amending 14- 2G -3A -4b.(1), Primary Street, Pedestrian Street, and designated Ralston Creek
Frontage Setback (E) and Screening, by amending sub -paragraph (a), as follows:
(a) Surface Parking, Loading, and Service Areas: 30' min. from primary street building
facade and located behind fully -enclosed, occupied building space, except as
allowed in paragraph 2(b), below.
Prepared by: Karen Howard, Associate Planner, 410 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 14 -2G -7F-9, SIGN REGULATIONS IN
THE RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS FORM -BASED CODE, TO CHANGE THE SIGN
ALLOWANCE FOR FASCIA SIGNS FOR COTTAGE INDUSTRIES AND ASSOCIATED USES
IN THE SOUTH GILBERT SUBDISTRICT OF RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS.
WHEREAS, recently adopted changes to the sign code for Central Business Zones and
Riverfront Crossings Zones adjusted the signage allowance for fascia signs for commercial
uses to reflect the pedestrian -oriented storefront character o the buildings in downtown Iowa
City and in commercial and mixed-use buildings in the Riverfr nt Crossings in
and
WHEREAS, storefront requirements in these zones are intended to create a pedestrian -
oriented environme , therefore, a substantial percentage f the street -facing building facade
must be comprised o windows and storefront entries, wi fascia signage located on a sign
band above the storefr t windows and below upper flo residential windows at a scale that
reflects the direct adjacenc between the building and the public sidewalk; and
WHEREAS, in rare cases f a cottage industry re- ing an existing commercial building in
Riverfront Crossings that was n constructed as a sto front building, is noncompliant with the
storefront frontage standards and ximum setback andards in the form -based code such as
the building that Big Grove Brewery is -purposing f r their brewing operation on South Gilbert
Street, the fascia signage allowance is i dequate create the same kind of visual interest on
a street -facing fagade as would a compliant sttorefr nt building;
WHEREAS, a cottage industry is a small', nufacturing use that has a significant retail
component, so there is reason to create mo \visual interest on building facades without
storefront features to attract customers as well s add visual interest along streets in Riverfront
Crossings, which is intended to be a pedestri -oriented, mixed-use neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, in commercial zones outsi a the downtown area where buildings are often
setback from the street without prominent torefront features, fascia signage may cover up to
15% of each wall of a building. Given th history of the SoutR,.Gilbert Subdistrict of Riverfront
Crossings as a location for quasi-industr' I uses, a similar sign allowance for cottage industries
and associated uses that are locat in buildings that are nogcompliant with Riverfront
Crossings storefront standards is war nted to create visual interest for pedestrians, bicyclists,
and motorists; and
WHEREAS, the Planning a Zoning Commission has reviewed tlye proposed zoning
amendments and recommends pproval.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE T ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA:
SECTION I. The Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa is hereby arr';ended as
follows:
A. Delete paragraph 14 -2G -7F -9a, regarding sign allowances in certain subdistn'sts of
Riverfront Crossings, and substitute in lieu thereof: ~: w
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a. In the South Downtown, Central Crossings, Park, and South Gilbert Subdistricts,
signage on mixed-use and non-residential buildings shall be allowed according to the
standards that apply in the CB -10 Zone, as set forth in Article 14-56; except in the
South Gilbert Subdistrict, where the maximum sign area for fascia signs for Cottage
Industries and associated uses located in existing buildings that are legally non-
compliant with storefront frontage standards is 15% of the sign wall.
SECTION Il. REPEALER. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions
Ordinance No.
Page 2
of this Ordinance are hereby repealed.
SECTION III. SEVERABILITY. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be
adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the
Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or
unconstitutional.
SECTION IV. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage,
approval and publication.
Passed and app'ro"e this day of 2017.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
Approved
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Code Amendment Items
Discussion of an amendment to City Code Section 14 -2G -7F-9,
Sign Regulations in the Riverfront Crossings Form -Base Code,
to change the sign allowance for fascia signs for
manufacturing uses in the South Gilbert subdistrict.
Sign Regulations for Manufacturing Uses
City has received a request from Big Grove Brewery to allow
larger fascia (wall) signs than are currently allowed in the
Riverfront Crossings — South Gilbert Zone.
The brewery is considered a "cottage industry" because it has
a significant retail component to the business — they not only
will "manufacture" beer and sell it wholesale, they plan to sell
it on-site to retail customers.
Since the brewery is re -purposing an existing stand-alone
building that is set back from the street and does not include
storefront features, the signage standards in the code that
allow signage sized to fit in a typical sign band above large
storefront windows, do not work very well to create visual
interest and direction for customers visiting the site.
Sign Regulations for Manufacturing Uses
Discussion of Solutions:
In commercial zones outside the downtown area where buildings are often
setback from the street without prominent storefront features, fascia
signage may cover up to 15% of each wall of a building.
It makes sense to maintain consistency with these other zones for the rare
instance where an existing building is repurposed for a cottage industry and
doesn't have typical storefront features.
The larger sign allowance provides the flexibility to design signage that will
create visual interest for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists in an area
where we are encouraging redevelopment into a walkable, mixed-use
neighborhood.
Since the South Gilbert subdistrict is the only area of Riverfront Crossings
where this type of situation is likely to occur due to its history as a intensive
commercial / quasi -industrial area, staff recommends limiting this new sign
allowance to this zone.
Sign Regulations for Manufacturing Uses
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Sign Regulations for Manufacturing Uses
Recommendation:
Amend paragraph 14 -2G -7F -9a, regarding signs in the South
Gilbert Subdistrict, as follows:
a. In the South Downtown, Central Crossings, Park, and South Gilbert
Subdistricts, signage on mixed-use and non-residential buildings shall be
allowed according to the standards that apply in the CB -10 Zone, as set
forth in Article 14-513, except in the South Gilbert Subdistrict, where the
maximum sign area for fascia signs for Cotta Re Industries and associated
uses located in existing buildings with facades that do not meet
storefront frontage standards is 15% of the sign wall.
Note the clarification to the language (highlighted in red), which
differs from the staff memo.
Staff recommends approval. The Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended approval by a vote of 7-0
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MEMORANDUM
Date: January 19, 2017
To: Planning and Zoning Commission,
From: Karen Howard, Associate Planne
Re: Code amendments to allow different building and parking placement standards
for property in the South Gilbert Subdistrict of Riverfront Crossings with Highway
6 frontage
Background: The developer that is in the process of designing a new building on the former
Pleasant Valley Nursery site has requested that we consider allowing one aisle of parking
between the new mixed-use building and Highway 6. The building will have a storefront frontage
aligned close to Gilbert Street with access from the public sidewalk to the main lobby for the
residential units above. To use the remaining land south of Big Grove Brewery more efficiently,
the developer would like the new building on the Pleasant Valley site to have another longer
storefront fagade oriented toward Highway 6.
Discussion of Solutions: Since Highway 6 will never be an urban street with on -street parking
to activate commercial storefronts, it makes sense to allow one aisle of parking between the
building and the Highway 6 frontage. This aisle would serve as a substitute for on -street parking
and allow the more attractive storefront fagade to be visible along this frontage. This would be
similar to the allowance made in the form -based code along the west side of Riverside Drive
south of Benton Street. Staff recommends adding a provision to the form -based code to address
the unique frontage condition along Highway 6.
Recommendation: To address the aforementioned issue, staff recommends the following
changes to the Riverfront Crossings Form -based Code:
Amend 14 -2G -3A -3b, Building Placement (in the South Gilbert Subdistrict), by amending
paragraph (1) and adding a new sub -paragraph (e), as follows:
b. Building Placement
(1) Principal buildings shall be placed to the front and corner of lots and aligned along
setbacks in compliance with the following requirements as shown in Figure 2G-4, except as
indicated below:
(sub -paragraphs (a) — (d) remain the same)
(subsequent sub -paragraphs, currently (e) — (h), are re -lettered accordingly)
Page 2
Amend 14 -2G -3A -4b.(1), Primary Street, Pedestrian Street, and designated Ralston Creek
Frontage Setback (E) and Screening, by amending sub -paragraph (a), as follows:
(a) Surface Parking, Loading, and Service Areas: 30' min. from primary street building
fagade and located behind fully -enclosed, occupied building space, except as allowed in
paragraph 2(b), below.
Amend 14 -2G -3A -4b.(2), Parking, Loading, and Service Areas (in the South Gilbert
Subdistrict), by adding a new subparagraph (b), as follows:
(subsequent .4ub-paragraphs, currently (b) — (c), are re -lettered accordingly)
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Dyer stated she likes the amendment, she noted however that she was hoping when this
building was redeveloped there would be an addition to the front of the building so that it
would be more in keeping with the Riverfront Crossings Plan and code to fit into the future
walkable neighborhood.
A vote was taken and the motion carried 7-0.
3. Discussion of amendments to the standards for the South Gilbert Subdistrict of Riverfront
Crossings in City Code Section 14 -2G -3A to address building and parking placement for
properties that front on Highway 6.
Howard noted there is really only one property that has frontage on both Highway 6 and
Gilbert Street, so the requested amendment would have limited application. The developer
that is in the process of designing a new building on the former Pleasant Valley Nursery site
has requested that we consider allowing one aisle of parking between a new mixed-use
building and Highway 6. The building will have a storefront frontage aligned close to Gilbert
Street with access from the public sidewalk to the main lobby for the residential units above
in compliance with the form -based code. However, to use the remaining land south of Big
Grove Brewery more efficiently, the developer would like the new building on the Pleasant
Valley site to have another longer storefront facade oriented toward Highway 6. Howard
showed some renderings from the architect on how the building would be oriented. Since
Highway 6 will never be an urban street with on -street parking to activate commercial
storefronts, it makes sense to allow one aisle of parking between the building and the
Highway 6 frontage. This would be similar to the allowance made in the form -based code
along the west side of Riverside Drive south of Benton Street. Staff recommends adding a
provision to the form -based code to address the unique frontage condition along Highway 6
Staff recommends amending 14 -2G -3A -3b, Building Placement (in the South Gilbert
Subdistrict), by amending paragraph (1) and adding a new sub -paragraph (e), as
follows:
b. Building Placement
(1) Principal buildings shall be placed to the front and corner of lots and aligned along
setbacks in compliance with the following requirements as shown in Figure 2G-4, except
as indicated below:
(sub -paragraphs (a) - (d) remain the same)
(e) In the South Gilbert Subdistrict, for a lot with frontage on both Gilbert Street and
Highway 6, the building facade that faces Highway 6 may be aligned along a pedestrian
way with abutting perpendicular parking spaces aligned along an east -west drive aisle
located between the building and Highway 6. Therefore, the maximum setback along the
Highway 6 frontage may be adjusted accordingly.
Amending 14- 2G -3A -4b.(1), Primary Street, Pedestrian Street, and designated Ralston Creek
Frontage Setback (E) and Screening, by amending sub -paragraph (a), as follows:
(a) Surface Parking, Loading, and Service Areas: 30' min. from primary street building
facade and located behind fully -enclosed, occupied building space, except as
allowed in paragraph 2(b), below.
Planning and Zoning Commission
January 19, 2017—Formal Meeting
Page 9 of 11
Amending 1 2G -3A -4b.(2), Parking, Loading, and Service Areas (in the South Gilbert
Subdistrict), by adding a new subparagraph (b), as follows:
(b) In the South Gilbert Subdistrict for a corner lot with frontage on both Gilbert Street
and Highway 6, one double loaded aisle of surface parking is permitted within the
private frontage area along the Highway 6 frontage. Surface parking must be
setback a minimum of 10' from the Highway 6 right-of-way and screened to the S2
• , standard. Said surface parking must be setback 10' min. from the Gilbert Street right-
of-way and 3' min. from the primary street building facade on Gilbert Street and
screened to the S2 standard.
(subsequent subparagraphs, currently (b) - (c), are re -lettered accordingly)
Martin asked what the language was prior because it seems like the area is already following
these guidelines. Howard stated that with the new form -based code no parking is allowed
between the buildings and the street so that is why this amendment is now necessary.
Dyer asked if there would be entryways on the Highway 6 side to the storefronts. Howard
confirmed there would be, as well as parking on that side.
Freerks opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, Freerks closed the public hearing
Hensch moved to approve the amendments to the standards for the South Gilbert
Subdistrict of Riverfront Crossings in City Code Section 14 -2G -3A to address building
and parking placement for properties that front on Highway 6 as specifically outlined in
the staff report.
Martin seconded the motion.
Hensch stated he liked this proposal. Signs agreed.
Freerks noted the importance of maintaining sufficient green space as these types of projects
move forward. Howard noted that due to the repurposing of the Brewery building (rather than
demolish and a new building being built) meant there was less room on the property to the
south to meet the original Riverfront Crossings plan. In other words, efficient use of the
remainder of the Pleasant Valley site would mean that the building would be oriented with the
longer building fagade facing Highway 6. Given that it would be difficult for businesses to have
front doors facing Highway 6 without a typical urban street frontage, some alternative means of
creating a street frontage is necessary. Street trees and parking area screening would be
required and the property owner is also contemplating green infrastructure along this frontage
which will create more green space.
Dyer noted that makes two of the buildings then in this area noncompliant to the form -based
code and the Riverfront Crossings Plan. Howard agreed, but the amendments proposed for
this corner are intended to make the new building compliant with an alternative standard to
make the best of a challenging situation. Freerks noted that along with new buildings the City
encourages reuse of existing buildings as well.
A vote was taken and the motion carried 7-0.
Planning and Zoning Commission
January 19, 2017—Formal Meeting
Page 10 of 11
CONSIDERATION OF MEETING MINUTES: DECEMBER 15. 2016
Hensch moved to approve the meeting minutes of December 15, 2016.
Signs seconded the motion.
A vote was taken and the motion passed 7-0.
PLANNING AND ZONING INFORMATION:
Miklo distributed a survey from the Human Rights Commission.
ADJOURNMENT:
Parsons moved to adjourn.
Martin seconded.
A vote was taken and motion carried 7-0.
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Prepared by: Karen Howard, Associate Planner, 410 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 14 -2G -3A TO ADDRESS BUILDING
AND PARKING PLACEMENT STANDARDS FOR PROPERTY AT THE CORNER OF SOUTH
GILBERT STREET AND HIGHWAY 6.
WHEREAS, the building and parking placement standards in the Riverfront Crossings
South Gilbert Zone require buildings to be located close t9� public sidewalks along street
frontages and parking to be located behind buildings to foster/a pedestrian -oriented, mixed-use
neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, U.S. Highway 6 forms the southern boundary of the Riverfront Crossings South
Gilbert Subdistrict; and
WHEREAS, U.S. Highway 6, due to higher traffic speeds and highway design will never be
an urban street with on -street parking to activate con1mercial storefronts, so a different
standard for Nilding and parking placement may be /warranted to create attractive and
successful com rcial storefronts along this highway be
or;
WHEREAS, on operties with Highway 6 frontage in he Riverfront Crossings South Gilbert
District, allowing build) s to be aligned along a minim 10' pedestrian way with one aisle of
parking located between 's pedestrian way and Highw y 6, will substitute for on -street parking
and allow a more attractive s refront facade to be visi le along this frontage; and
WHEREAS, the Planning d Zoning Commi ion has reviewed the proposed zoning
amendments and recommends ap oval.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORD ED BY T E CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA:
SECTION I. The Code of Ordinances o h City of Iowa City, Iowa is hereby amended as
follows:
A. Amend Section 14 -2G -3A -3b, Buildin Pla ment (in the South Gilbert Subdistrict), by
amending paragraph (1) as noted b ow, an dding a new sub -paragraph (e), as
follows:
(1) Principal buildings shall be laced to the front d corner of lots and arighed along
setbacks in compliance with th following requiremen as shown in Figure 2G-4, except
as indicated below:
(sub -paragraphs (a) — ) remain the same)
(e) In the South Gilbe Subdistrict, for a lot with frontage o both Gilbert Street and
Highway 6, the buil ing facade that faces Highway 6 ma be aligned along a
minimum 10' wide pedestrian way with abutting perpendicu r parking spaces
aligned along an a st-west drive aisle located between the building and Highway 6.
Therefore, them ximum setback along the Highway 6 frontage may be adjusted
accordingly.
(subsequent sub -paragraphs, currently (e) — (h), are re -lettered accordingly)
B. Delete sub -paragraph 14-2G-3A-4b.(1)(a), and substitute in lieu thereof:
(a) Surface Parking, Loading, and Service Areas: 30' min. from primary street building
facade and located behind fully -enclosed, occupied building space, except as allowed in
paragraph 2(b), below.
Ordinance No.
Page 2
C. Amend paragraph 14 -2G -3A -4b.(2), Parking, Loading and Service Areas, by adding a new
subparagraph (b), as follows:
(b) In the South Gilbert Subdistrict, for a corner lot with frontage on both Gilbert Street and
Highway 6, one double -loaded aisle of surface parking is permitted within the private
frontage area along the Highway 6 frontage. Surface parking must be setback a minimum
of 10' from the Highway 6 right-of-way and screened to the S2 standard. Said surface
parking m st be setback 10' min. from the Gilbert Street right-of-way and 3' min. from the
primary strut building fagade on Gilbert Street and screened to the S2 standard.
(subsequent subVaragraphs, currently (b) — (c), are re -lettered accordingly)
SECTION II. REPEALER. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions
of this Ordinance are herebepe
SECTION III. SEVERABI T
adjudged to be invalid or unto
Ordinance as a whole or any
unconstitutional.
SECTION IV. EFFECTIVE D
approval and publication.
Passed and approved this
MAYOR
ATTEST
If ank section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be
utioI, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the
act- n, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or
This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage,
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2017.
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Code Amendment Items
Discussion of amendments to the standards for the South
Gilbert subdistrict of Riverfront Crossings in City Code Section
14 -2G -3A to address building and parking placement for
properties that front on Highway 6
Building and Parking Placement in
South Gilbert Subdistrict
Developer of the former Pleasant Valley Nursery site has
requested that we consider allowing one aisle of parking
between a proposed new mixed-use building and Highway 6.
The new building will have storefront frontage aligned close to
Gilbert Street with access from the public sidewalk to the
main lobby for upper floor residential units.
To use the site most efficiently, the developer would like to
have another longer storefront facade that would be oriented
toward Highway 6.
Building and Parking Placement in
South Gilbert Subdistrict
1301 at The Crossings
1: Building 1 - East Elevation Gilson DeWn Team lz-zble
Building and Parking Placement in
South Gilbert Subdistrict
Building and Parking Placement in
South Gilbert Subdistrict
1301 at The Crossings
3: Building 1 - South Elevation Carton Design Team 12-23-10
Building and Parking Placement in
South Gilbert Subdistrict
Discussion of Solutions:
Since Highway 6 will never be an urban street with on -street parking
to activate commercial storefronts, it makes sense to allow one aisle
of parking between the building and the Highway 6 right-of-way.
This aisle
would serve as a substitute for on
-street
parking and allow
the more
attractive storefront facade to be
visible
along this
frontage.
This solution would be similar to the allowance made in the form -
based code along the west side of Riverside Drive south of Benton
Street.
Building and Parking Placement in
South Gilbert Subdistrict
Recommendation:
To address the aforementioned issue, staff recommends amending
the building and parking placement standards for a lot with frontage
on both Gilbert Street and Highway 6 in the South Gilbert
Subdistrict, to allow one double -sided aisle of surface parking
between the building and the Highway 6 right-of-way.
The parking and drive will need to be setback a minimum of 10 feet
from the Highway 6 and Gilbert Street right-of-way and screened to
the S2 standards.
The specific code language is outlined in the staff memo.
Staff recommends approval. The Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended approval by a vote of 7-0.
S1P_'
RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO
CONSIDER THE PROPOSED
CONVEYANCE TO ELLIS AVENUE,
L.L.C. OF A PORTION OF VACATED
ALLEY RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN
320 AND 332 ELLIS AVENUE AND
SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON
SAID PROPOSAL FOR FEBRUARY 21,
2017.
TO ALL TAXPAYERS OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA, AND TO OTHER INTERESTED
PERSONS:
Public notice is hereby given that the City Council
of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, will conduct a public
hearing on its intention to convey a portion of the
vacated alleyway between Ellis Avenue and
Ridgeland Avenue to Ellis Avenue, L.L.C. at 7:00
p.m. on the 21ST day of February, 2017, said
meeting to be held in the Emma J. Harvat Hall in
the City Hall, 410 E. Washington Street in said
city, or if said meeting is cancelled, at the next
meeting of the City Council thereafter as posted
by the City Clerk.
Said resolution is now on file in the office of the
City Clerk in the City Hall in Iowa City, Iowa, and
may be inspected by any interested persons.
Any interested persons may appear at said
meeting of the City Council for the purpose of
making objections to and comments concerning
the proposed conveyance.
This notice is given by order of the City Council
of the City of Iowa City, Iowa and as provided by
law.
JULIE VOPARIL, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
I
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will
be held by the City Council of Iowa City, Iowa AT
7:00 p.m. on the 21sT day of February, 2017, in
Emma J. Harvat Hall, 410 E. Washington Street,
Iowa City, Iowa, or if said meeting is cancelled,
at the next meeting of the City Council thereafter
as posted by the City Clerk; at which hearing the
City Council will consider the conveyance by Quit
Claim Deed of East 3d Street west of Gilbert
Street.
Copies of the proposed resolution are on file for
public examination in the office of the City Clerk,
City Hall, Iowa City, Iowa. Persons wishing to
make their views known for Council consideration
are encouraged to appear at the above-
mentioned time and place.
JULIE VOPARIL, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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Prepared by: Susan Dulek, Assistant City Attorney, 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 356-5030
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE EXECUTION, F A QUIT CLAIM DEED OF THE
VACATED PORTION OF EAST 3RD STREET/ EST OF GILBERT STREET.
WHEREAS, in conjunction with the pending sale of 1301 S. Gilbert Street, the buyer and seller
have requested that the City issue a Quit Claim [geed for the portion of East 3b Street that was
vacated in the late 1880's by the then owners of the property; and
WHEREAS, following the public h ring on,fhe proposed conveyance, the City Council finds
that the conveyance is in the public i erest. /
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLV BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA, that:
1. Upon the direction of the City ttom y, the Mayor and the City Clerk are authorized to
execute a quit claim deed rel asing t City's interest, if any, in the portion of East 3°'
Street west of Gilbert Street, we City, I wa.
2. The City Attorney is hereb authorized to deliver said quit claim deed and to carry out any
actions necessary to con mmate the conveyance required by law.
It was moved by and seconded bX the Resolution be
adopted, and upon roll call here were:
Passed and approved this day of 2017.
MAYOR
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ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
Approved by -
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City Attorney's Office
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON A
RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO CONSIDER THE
PROPOSED CONVEYANCE OF A STORM
SEWER EASEMENT ACROSS IOWA CITY
MUNICIPAL AIRPORT PROPERTY (OUTLOT A,
WESTPORT PLAZA— PART 2), AND SETTING
A PUBLIC HEARING ON SAID PROPOSED
CONVEYANCE FOR FEBRUARY 7, 2017.
TO ALL TAXPAYERS OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA, AND TO OTHER INTERESTED
PERSONS:
Public notice is hereby given that the City Council
of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, will conduct a public
hearing on its intention to convey a storm sewer
easement to MXTE, LLC at 7:00 p.m. on the 7t'
day of February, 2017, said meeting to be held in
the Emma J. Harvat Hall in the City Hall, 410 E.
Washington Street in said city, or if said meeting
is cancelled, at the next meeting of the City
Council thereafter as posted by the City Clerk.
Said resolution and easement agreement are
now on file in the office of the City Clerk in the City
Hall in Iowa City, Iowa, and may be inspected by
any interested persons.
Any interested persons may appear at said
meeting of the City Council for the purpose of
making objections to and comments concerning
the proposed sale of said storm sewer easement.
This notice is given by order of the City Council of
the City of Iowa City, Iowa and as provided by law.
JULIE VOPARIL, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND
ESTIMATED COST FOR THE CURB RAMP
2017 PROJECT IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA
TO ALL TAXPAYERS OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA, AND TO OTHER INTERESTED
PERSONS:
Public notice is hereby given that the City Council
of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, will conduct a public
hearing on plans, specifications, form of contract
and estimated cost for the construction of the
Curb Ramp 2017 Project in said city at 7:00 p.m.
on the 21 st day of February, 2017, said meeting to
be held in the Emma J. Harvat Hall in the City
Hall, 410 E. Washington Street in said city, or if
said meeting is cancelled, at the next meeting of
the City Council thereafter as posted by the City
Clerk.
Said plans, specifications, form of contract and
estimated cost are now on file in the office of the
City Clerk in the City Hall in Iowa City, Iowa, and
may be inspected by any interested persons.
Any interested persons may appear at said
meeting of the City Council for the purpose of
making objections to and comments concerning
said plans, specifications, contract or the cost of
making said improvement.
This notice is given by order of the City Council
of the City of Iowa City, Iowa and as provided by
law.
JULIE VOPARIL, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
'r1 CITY OF IOWA CIT
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OR
February 21, 2017
Resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the construction of the Curb Ramp 2017 Project, establishing amount of bid
security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to publish notice to bidders,
and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
Prepared By: Dave Panos - Senior Civil Engineer
Reviewed By: Jason Havel - City Engineer, Ron Knoche - Public Works Director
Geoff Fruin - City Manager
Fiscal Impact: The estimated cost for this project is $125,956 and will be funded with GO
Bonds available in the Curb Ramps -ADA Fund #S3822 and the Pavement
Rehabilitation Fund #S3824.
Recommendations: Staff: Approval
Commission: N/A
Attachments: Resolution
Executive Summary:
The Curb Ramp 2017 Project will include work at the following locations:
■ Teg Drive / Hafor Drive
■ Teg Drive / Bike Trail
■ Teg Drive / Graslon Drive
■ Teg Drive / Kathlin Drive
■ Park Road / Magowan Avenue
■ Rochester Avenue / Regina School crossing at 2221 Rochester Avenue
■ Alpine Drive / Alpine Court
• Alpine Drive / Juniper Drive
• Amhurst Street / Lake Forest Avenue
■ Norwood Circle / Ferndale Drive
Background /Analysis:
This annual project provides pedestrian accessibility improvements at various locations within
the City by installing ADA compliant curb ramps on pedestrian routes. Work will include either
removal of full curb and replacement with curb ramps or replacement of existing non-compliant
curb ramps. The repair locations are chosen based on prioritization, including consideration of
recommendations / complaints from residents.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND
ESTIMATED COST FOR THE
IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE & EAST BOUND
BURLINGTON STREET BRIDGE OVER THE
IOWA RIVER SCOUR REPAIR & MITIGATION
PROJECT IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA
TO ALL TAXPAYERS OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA, AND TO OTHER INTERESTED
PERSONS:
Public notice is hereby given that the City Council
of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, will conduct a public
hearing on plans, specifications, form of contract
and estimated cost for the construction of the
Iowa Avenue Bridge & East Bound Burlington
Street Bridge Over the Iowa River Scour Repair &
Mitigation Project in said city at 7:00 p.m. on the
21" day of February, 2017, said meeting to be
held in the Emma J. Harvat Hall in the City Hall,
410 E. Washington Street in said city, or if said
meeting is cancelled, at the next meeting of the
City Council thereafter as posted by the City Clerk.
Said plans, specifications, form of contract and
estimated cost are now on file in the office of the
City Clerk in the City Hall in Iowa City, Iowa, and
may be inspected by any interested persons.
Any interested persons may appear at said
meeting of the City Council for the purpose of
making objections to and comments concerning
said plans, specifications, contract or the cost of
making said improvement.
This notice is given by order of the City Council
of the City of Iowa City, Iowa and as provided by
law.
JULIE VOPARIL, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
CITY OF IOWA CIT
COUNCIL ACTION REPOR
February 21, 2017
Resolution approving plans, specifications, form of agreement, and estimate of
cost for the construction of the Iowa Avenue Bridge & East Bound Burlington
Street Bridge over the Iowa River Scour Repair & Mitigation Project, establishing
amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to post notice
to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
Prepared By: Scott Sovers, Senior Civil Engineer
Reviewed By: Jason Havel — City Engineer, Ron Knoche — Public Works Director,
Geoff Fruin — City Manager
Fiscal Impact: The total estimated construction cost for this project is $252,000 and will
be funded with road use tax proceeds available in the Annual Bridge
Maintenance & Repair account #S3910.
Recommendations: Staff: Approval
Commission: N/A
Attachments: Resolution
Executive Summary:
The project involves scour damage repair to the piers of the Iowa Avenue Bridge and the
Eastbound Burlington Street Bridge over the Iowa River.
Background / Analysis:
During the underwater inspections that were performed in August 2012 (Eastbound Burlington
Street bridge) and October 2014 (Iowa Avenue bridge), scour around the upstream side of the
existing piers was identified. In order to protect the integrity of the bridge foundations, and
mitigate future scour, it was recommended by the design Consultant to install erosion control
measures around the existing pier foundations.
Erosion control measures that are typically used in these types of applications are either stone
revetment or fabric formed concrete revetment. Fabric formed concrete revetment consists of
specially woven, double layer synthetic forms that are filled (in the field) with fine aggregate
concrete grout. Both of the options will provide an acceptable engineered solution to not only
repair, but also mitigate future erosion.
Because the two erosion control measures outlined above are very different when considering
installation methods/required equipment, the stone revetment will be the base bid, with the
fabric formed concrete revetment as a bid alternate. This will ensure that the City obtains the
most cost effective price for comparable engineered solutions.
Additionally, during the underwater inspection, some minor concrete spalling on the piers for
both bridges was identified. A bid alternate to repair these areas was also included.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND
ESTIMATED COST FOR THE FRAUENHOLTZ-
MILLER PARK PROJECT 2016 IN THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY, IOWA
TO ALL TAXPAYERS OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA, AND TO OTHER INTERESTED
PERSONS:
Public notice is hereby given that the City Council
of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, will conduct a public
hearing on plans, specifications, form of contract
and estimated cost for the construction of the
Frauenholtz-Miller Park Project 2016 in said city
at 7:00 p.m. on the 21st day of February, 2017,
said meeting to be held in the Emma J. Harvat
Hall in the City Hall, 410 E. Washington Street in
said city, or if said meeting is cancelled, at the
next meeting of the City Council thereafter as
posted by the City Clerk.
Said plans, specifications, form of contract and
estimated cost are now on file in the office of the
City Clerk in the City Hall in Iowa City, Iowa, and
may be inspected by any interested persons.
Any interested persons may appear at said
meeting of the City Council for the purpose of
making objections to and comments concerning
said plans, specifications, contract or the cost of
making said improvement.
This notice is given by order of the City Council
of the City of Iowa City, Iowa and as provided by
law.
JULIE VOPARIL, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
CITY OF IOWA CIT
COUNCIL ACTION REPOR =16
February 21, 2017
Resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the construction of the Frauenholtz-Miller Park Construction Project 2016,
establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk
to publish notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
Prepared By:
Juli Seydell Johnson, Director of Parks and Recreation
Reviewed By:
Jason Havel - City Engineer, Geoff Fruin - City Manager
Fiscal Impact:
The estimated cost for this project is $196,120 and will be funded with
$41,069.51 from the NE3 Open Space Fees and $155,050.49 from GO
Bonds.
Recommendations:
Staff: Approval
Commission: N/A
Attachments:
Resolution
Executive Summary:
Frauenholtz-Miller Park Construction Project 2016 is designed as a neighborhood park. It
includes a playground, drinking fountain, one small shelter, walking paths and landscaping. The
northern portion of the park will continue to be an open play field.
Background / Analysis:
The City acquired approximately three acres of land at 4329 St. Patrick's Drive for a park in
2007. Shive-Hattery was hired in June 2016 to complete park design and construction
documents. A design process, including a public meeting was completed during the summer of
2016 with a positive review from the Parks Commission on October 12, 2016.
This project was previously bid on December 27, 2016. The bid letting resulted in receiving four
bids ranging in price from $276,041 to $394,477. All bids received exceeded the project budget
and the bids for the first letting were rejected.
Following rejection of bids from the first letting, the plans were revised to help reduce costs and
bring the project back into a range that met our budget. To achieve this, the design Consultant
removed site items, and re-evaluated item pricing. The revised project plans include removal of
one park shelter and 2 earth berms, and reduction in the number of bike racks, trash cans and,
benches. The revised set also includes removal of coloring and stamping of the concrete
sidewalk through the park. The concrete sidewalk shown on the site plan will be included as
standard concrete, with an alternate price bid for colored and stamped concrete.
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