HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-01-16 Public hearingNOTICE 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 16th day of January, 2018, 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:
An ordinance conditionally rezoning
approximately .5 acres of property from
Intensive Commercial (CIA) zone to
Riverfront Crossings -Central Crossings
(RFC -CX) zone located at 703, 705, and
709 S. Dubuque Street.
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.
Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk
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To: Planning and Zoning Commission
Item: REZ17-00018
703, 705, and 709 S. Dubuque Street
GENERAL INFORMATION:
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STAFF REPORT
Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern
Date: December 21, 2017
Applicant: WhistlerApts., LLC
2249 Pinehurst Drive
Middleton, WI
608-235-0122
mikefishbadger@gmail.com
Contact: Glen Meisner
1917 S. Gilbert Street
Iowa City, IA 52240
319-351-8282
g.meisner@mmsconsultants.net
Property Owner:
Requested Action:
Purpose:
Location:
Size:
Existing Land Use and Zoning:
Surrounding Land Use and Zoning:
Comprehensive Plan:
Neighborhood Open Space District:
File Date:
45 Day Limitation Period:
Dorothe J. Connell
5175 Rapid Creek Road NE
Iowa City, IA 52240
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Rezone from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) to
Riverfront Crossings -Central Crossings (RFC -CX)
To allow for the development of a multi -family
residential building
703, 705, and 709 S. Dubuque Street
0.52 acres
Commercial and Residential, CI -1
North:
Depot, CC -2
South:
Parking, P-1
East:
Commercial, CC -2 and CIA
West:
Parking, P-1
Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan
C7—Near Southside
November 16, 2017
December 31, 2017
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The applicant, Whistler Apts., LLC, is requesting rezoning of 0.52 acres located at 703, 705,
and 709 S. Dubuque Street from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) to Riverfront Crossings—
Central Crossings (RFC -CX) to allow for the development of 55 units of multifamily housing.
These properties are located just south of the Iowa Interstate Railway. Currently, these
properties include a commercial building, which houses a heating and plumbing business,
its unpaved parking lot, and a two-family conversion residential building.
The subject properties are located within the Central Crossings Subdistrict of Riverfront
Crossings. Since the property is located in the Riverfront Crossings District, it is eligible for
Riverfront Crossings zoning as specified in the regulating plan in Article 14-2G, Riverfront
Crossings District Form -based Development Standards.
The applicant has indicated that they have used the "Good Neighbor Policy" and held a
Good Neighbor Meeting on November 30, 2017. A summary report of this meeting is
attached.
ANALYSIS:
Current zoning: The Intensive Commercial (CI -1) zone is intended to provide areas for sales
and service functions whose operations are characterized by outdoor display and storage of
merchandise, repair and sales of large equipment or motor vehicles, outdoor commercial
amusement and recreation activities, or operations conducted in buildings that are not
completely enclosed. Due to the potential for noise, dust, and odors from uses allowed in
this zone, residential uses are not allowed in this zone. However, the subject property
includes one non -conforming residential building.
Proposed zoning: The Riverfront Crossings Central Crossings Subdistrict is intended for
moderate intensity mixed use development in buildings with entries opening onto
pedestrian friendly streets and sidewalks. This zone is intended to provide a variety of types
of housing, along with a mix of retail uses. This zone allows most of the uses permitted in
the Central Business Support (CB -5) Zone, such as eating establishments, office uses, and
retail and service uses, along with residential uses in a variety of building types, including
apartment buildings, townhouses, and mixed-use buildings. The maximum building height
in this zone is four stories, with an upper story setback of 10 feet required along street
frontages above the third story.
The applicant intends to build a four-story apartment building that contains 28 one -bedroom
units, 21 two-bedroom units, and 6 three-bedroom units (concept plan attached). The
applicant has indicated that 69 parking spaces will be provided below grade, which exceeds
the required 67.5 parking spaces. Access will be provided from a recessed entrance on the
Dubuque Street frontage, a primary street. The RFC -CX zones requires that parking be
accessed from alleys, rear lanes, or secondary streets. However, if this type of access is not
feasible, access to a primary street may be granted by the Form Based Code Committee. Any
request for a curb cut on an arterial street will be reviewed according to the provisions in
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section 14-5C-6. Because Dubuque Street is the primary street for this development, the
planned access from Dubuque Street will be subject to this review. However, Dubuque Street
is the only option for access to this site, as the property abuts the Iowa Interstate Railway to
the north and there is no rear alley.
Comprehensive Plan: Rezoning from CI -1 to RFC -CX is consistent with the Downtown and
Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. The subject property is located between the Iowa
Interstate Railway line and the CRANDIC rail line. The Central Crossings District portion of
the master plan indicated that this area would become a Station Plaza, in anticipation of a
regional Amtrak station along the Iowa -Interstate Railway and local light rail on the
CRANDIC rail line. However, due to changes in federal and state direction, Amtrak
passenger rail through Iowa City is unlikely and light rail on the CRANDIC line is not
planned for the near future. Because of these changes, the Station Plaza will not be
developed as described in the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. However, the City still
plans to maintain some open space at this location. The City has maintained ownership of
a 10' vacated right of way located directly behind the subject property. This area, combined
with the 10' rear setback of the subject property and the setback of any redevelopment on
the adjacent University parking lot, will become at least a 30' wide landscaped courtyard
that will provide pedestrian access to the building from the west.
Although development plans for this specific area have changed, this rezoning complies
with the general character of the Central Crossings Subdistrict. The development of a four-
story, 55 -unit apartment building contributes to the high-density, pedestrian friendly
character that the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan intends for the Central
Crossings Subdistrict.
Compatibility with neighborhood: Currently, the neighborhood surrounding the subject
property includes a mix of commercial and multi -family residential properties, along with
surface parking. The development of the proposed apartment building would not be
incompatible with current uses. As the Central Crossings Subdistrict continues to
redevelop, the development on the subject property will be consistent with the mixed-use,
pedestrian friendly character of the area.
The subject property abuts the Iowa Interstate Railroad, which could present noise
concerns for the residents of the proposed building. To mitigate this noise, the applicant
has agreed to use materials such as masonry construction and laminate windows to help
minimize the impact of railroad noise on the interior of the building. Additionally, the site
plan includes a fence along the north side of the building, which will be supplemented with
landscaping to provide screening.
Traffic implications: The streets are already in place for this block, which will provide for
adequate traffic circulation. However, during the Good Neighbor meeting, neighboring
businesses expressed concern thatthe parking provided may be inadequate forthe number
of residents. The applicant intends to provide 69 parking stalls for 55 apartments/88
bedrooms. The proposed 69 parking stall exceeds the minimum requirement for parking in
this zone. In the RFC -CX zone, 0.75 spaces are required for each efficiency or one -bedroom
apartment, 1.5 spaces are required for each two-bedroom apartment, and 2.5 spaces are
required for each three-bedroom apartment. With 28 one -bedroom units, 21 two-bedroom
units, and 6 three-bedroom units, a total of 67.5 parking spaces would be required for the
proposed building.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of REZ17-00018, a proposal to rezone approximately 0.52 acres
of property located at 703, 705, and 709 S. Dubuque Street from Commercial Intensive (CI -1)
zone to Riverfront Crossings—Central Crossings Subdistrict (RFC -CX).
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Location Map
2. Aerial Photograph
3. Good Neighbor Meeting Summary
4. Concept Plan
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Project Name: Rezoning - Whistler Apartments Project Location: 703, 705, & 70g S. Dubuque St
Meeting Date and Tlme: November 30, 2017 at 6:30
Meeting Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center, Room B
Names of Applicant Representatives attending: Randy Bruce & mike Fisher
Glen Mehmer & Gina Landau
Names of City Staff Representatives attending: Bob Mikb
Number of Neighbors Attending: 4 Sign -In Attached? Yes X No
General Comments received regarding project (attach additional sheets if necessary)
Neighbors commented on the attractiveness of the building.
There was a general question about the University parking lot to the west (will not be disturbed
forthis project)
General question on timeline of the project - when to break ground.
Concerns expressed regarding project (attach additional sheets If necessary) -
Nelghbors expressed concem about providing enough perking. One of the representatives answered
saying they would provide 67 stalls for 55 apartmenrW86 bedrooms. This Is a higher parking
ratio then their other project on Iowa Ave., which Is not full.
The existing retalning wall will most Ilkely have to go, so there was concern about water running
and pooling. Stonnwater will be addressed as the project moves along.
General concern abed lack of groan apace as wet.
WIII there be any changes made to the proposal based on this Input? If so, describe:
Changes would most fkkey occur as a result of stormwater reports, which might Include the use of
permeable pavers, holding tanks under pavement or other stormwater management practices.
Staff Representative Comments
Bob Mikb addressed the question about city approval process and timeline. P & Z meeting
data will not be Deo. 7th, as entldpated in the GNM letter, but will be Dec. 21st and Condl probably on
Jan.16th.
MINUTES PRELIMINARY
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
DECEMBER 21, 2017 — 7:00 PM — FORMAL MEETING
E M M A J. HARVAT HALL, CITY HALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Carolyn Dyer, Ann Freerks, Mike Hensch, Max Parsons, Mark
Signs, Jodie Theobald
MEMBERS ABSENT: Phoebe Martin
STAFF PRESENT: Sylvia Bochner, Sara Hektoen, Bob Miklo,
OTHERS PRESENT: Karl Madsen, Glen Meisner, Kevin Burrow, Sam Ray, Joe
Murphy, Curt Moore, Paul Ellis, Mark Nelson
RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL:
By a vote of 5-1 (Signs dissenting) the Commission recommended approval of REZ17-00018, a
proposal to rezone approximately 0.52 acres of property located at 703, 705, and 709 S.
Dubuque Street from Commercial Intensive (CI -1) zone to Riverfront Crossings -Central
Crossings Subdistrict (RFC -CX) subject to landscaping and fencing be provided between the
building and the railroad and additional rooftop open space.
CALL TO ORDER:
Freerks called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA:
None.
REZONING ITEM (REZ17-00018):
Discussion of an application submitted by Whistler Apts., LLC, for a rezoning of approximately
.52 acres from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) zone to Riverfront Crossings- Central Crossings
(RFC -CX) zone located at 703, 705, and 709 S. Dubuque Street.
Bochner presented the staff report beginning by noting where the property is located. The
current zoning of Intensive Commercial is intended to provide areas for sales and service
functions whose operations are characterized by outdoor display and storage of merchandise,
repair and sales of large equipment or motor vehicles, outdoor commercial amusement and
recreation activities, or operations conducted in buildings that are not completely enclosed. Due
to the potential for noise, dust, and odors from uses allowed in this zone, residential uses are not
allowed in this zone. However, the subject property includes one non -conforming residential
building.
The applicant is proposing to rezone this property to the Riverfront Crossings Central Crossings
Subdistrict which is intended for moderate intensity mixed use development in buildings with
entries opening onto pedestrian friendly streets and sidewalks. This zone is intended to provide
a variety of types of housing, along with a mix of retail uses. This zone allows most of the uses
permitted in the Central Business Support (CB -5) Zone, such as eating establishments, office
uses, and retail and service uses, along with residential uses in a variety of building types,
Planning and Zoning Commission
December 21, 2017 — Formal Meeting
Page 2 of 9
including apartment buildings, townhouses, and mixed-use buildings. The maximum building
height in this zone is four stories. The applicant intends to build a four-story apartment building
that contains 28 one -bedroom units, 21 two-bedroom units, and 6 three-bedroom units.
Vehicular access will be provided from a recessed entrance on the Dubuque Street
frontage, a primary street. Normally in the Riverfront Crossings Central Crossings zones
parking should be accessed from alleys, rear lanes, or secondary streets. However, if this type of
access is not feasible, access to a primary street may be granted by the Form Based Code
Committee and a request for a curb cut will need to be approved by the City Engineer.
Rezoning from Intensive Commercial to Riverfront Crossings Central Crossings is consistent with
the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. The Central Crossings District portion of
the master plan indicated that this area would become a Station Plaza, in anticipation of a
regional Amtrak station along the Iowa -Interstate Rail Line. However, due to changes in federal
and state direction, Amtrak passenger rail through Iowa City is unlikely anytime soon and light
rail on the CRANDIC line is not planned for the near future. Because of these changes, the
Station Plaza will not be developed as described in the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan.
However, the City still plans to maintain some open space at this location. The City has
maintained ownership of a 10' vacated right of way located directly behind the subject property.
This area, combined with the 10' rear setback of the subject property and the setback of any
redevelopment on the adjacent University parking lot, will become at least a 30' wide landscaped
courtyard that will provide pedestrian access to the building from the west.
Although development plans for this specific area have changed, this rezoning complies with the
general character of the Central Crossings Subdistrict. The development of a four- story, 55 -unit
apartment building contributes to the high-density, pedestrian friendly character that the
Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan intends for the Central Crossings Subdistrict.
In terms of its use, the proposed building will be compatible with the neighbors which are
commercial properties and multi -family housing. The subject property abuts the Iowa Interstate
Railroad, which could present noise concerns for the residents of the proposed building. To
mitigate this noise, the applicant has agreed to use materials such as masonry construction and
laminate windows to help minimize the impact of railroad noise on the interior of the building.
Additionally, the site plan includes a fence along the north side of the building, which will be
supplemented with landscaping to provide screening.
The streets are already in place for this block, which will provide for adequate traffic circulation.
The applicant intends to provide two levels of below grade parking, the proposed 69 parking stall
exceeds the minimum requirement for parking in this zone. Additionally in the Riverfront
Crossings Zones projects with residential uses are required to provide 10 square feet of useable
open space per bedroom, because this proposal has 88 bedrooms they are required to provide
880 square feet of useable open space, indoor activity space can count for up to 50% of the
useable open space. The proposed building includes a 560 square foot patio on the ground floor
and a community indoor activity room which is 320 square feet on the fourth floor. There will
also be a roof terrace that will be shared outdoor space but because the roof terrace is not at
least 20' wide it does not meet the standards to be counted towards the required useable open
space.
Staff recommends approval of REZ17-00018, a proposal to rezone approximately 0.52 acres of
property located at 703, 705, and 709 S. Dubuque Street from Commercial Intensive (CI -1) zone
to Riverfront Crossings -Central Crossings Subdistrict (RFC -CX).
Parsons asked if there were any specific requirements stated for the fencing that will be located
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December 21, 2017 — Formal Meeting
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along the Iowa -Interstate Railroad. Bochner noted the fence is not required, it is just something
the applicant said they would be installing for safety and to mitigate potential noise issues.
Freerks is interested in hearing from the applicant regarding the roof top terrace and perhaps
making it larger to add to the open outdoor space for tenants of the building.
Freerks opened the public hearing.
Karl Madsen (Whistler Apts., LLC) stated the project will be called Breckenridge
Apartments, LLC. Madsen commented about the open space on the rooftop, it will be
similar to what they have at the Whistler Apartments on Iowa Avenue, but it is
premature to know exactly how it will work. At this time they have mapped out the mass
and scale of the building but haven't drilled down the details of the layout of the units,
etc. Madsen noted that on the ground floor open space there would not be any
windows on the adjacent units looking out into the open space so there would not be
privacy issues for those tenants.
Freerks noted that even with no windows facing the ground level outdoor area, noise
could still be an issue for the tenants and having a rooftop terrace would be better.
Madsen said he heard the concern loud and clear.
Glen Meisner (MMS Consultants) discussed the Des Moines Street to the north of the
proposed building, it is not currently used as a vehicular street and the railroad has the
rights to that street. Miklo noted that it is not paved.
Kevin Burrow (Knothe & Bruce Architects) remarked about the open space calculations,
what is shown on the first floor does meet the requirements with the 20 feet and is sited
on both sides of one bedroom apartments with all the windows and orientation to the
north. Given that it will be a courtyard, they may consider doing some clear story
windows to let some light through but not to allow any visual connection. As for
concerns about noise, the wall will be exterior walls and they can add masonry to them
to mitigate any noise. Burrow said they are meeting the requirement of the open space
by also including the fourth story community space, and noted there will be an outdoor
patio off that community space, but the depth of the patio will only be 10 feet, but will be
60 feet in length so it does not meet the minimum 20 foot dimension in both directions.
The minimum is met in the first floor patio and the common room on the top floor.
Freerks acknowledged that they have met the minimum requirements but did ask if the
applicant could consider doing a bit more, maybe not making the terrace 20 feet wide,
but more than 10 feet. Burrow asked if the increased the roof top terrace some, but
could not achieve a full 20 feet, would that be acceptable. Freerks said it would if it is
wider than 10 feet.
Signs asked if there was a patio on both the north and south sides of the building in the
indentations. Burrow replied that on the first floor there is (but only the north one would
be accessible to all tenants of the building).
Hensch noted that the Des Moines Street could become an attractive nuisance if
tenants have access to it and may use if for parking. Hensch suggested the applicant
use landscaping and a fence to block off access to that area.
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Theobald requested they look at fencing for a safety factor, people often cross the
tracks in areas that are not meant to be crossed and it is very dangerous.
Signs asked where the access to the ground level open space comes from. Burrow
noted the one to the north has a public connection with a sidewalk but there is no
access to the patios from the interior of the building.
Signs asked if they had considered doing a rooftop terrace on the very top rood. Burrow
noted that would convert the structure to a five -story structure and they would need stair
and elevator access to the rooftop. The five -story structure would be in violation of the
zoning. Miklo noted that elevator elevatort might be exempt from the height limits and
can look into that if the applicant is interested.
Signs said that a rooftop terrace is preferable. He did not see the ground floor patio on
the north side of the building, surrounded by apartments on three sides, as being very
usable by the tenants of the building. More roof top space would be more usable.
Freerks closed the public hearing.
Hensch moved to recommend approval of REZ17-00018, a proposal to rezone
approximately 0.52 acres of property located at 703, 705, and 709 S. Dubuque Street from
Commercial Intensive (CIA) zone to Riverfront Crossings -Central Crossings Subdistrict
(RFC -CX).
Parsons seconded the motion.
Freerks wanted to add having Staff discuss with the applicant creating a larger open space on
the fourth floor or perhaps a rooftop area.
Hensch added an amendment require blocking access to the Des Moines Street area with
fencing and landscaping to be approved by the staff form based code committee.
Theobald seconded the motion.
Freerks noted that when they created the Riverfront Crossing area idea, there was a lot of talk
about rooftop open areas because of the large footprints of the buildings. I don't want to
overlook the need for usable open space.
Signs added he is concerned about a lack of greenspace and pedestrian walkways as well. He
feels other Riverfront Crossings projects the Commission has seen felt more pedestrian friendly
and this proposal does not. He noted the rendering of the building is very nice, and the Whistler
on Iowa Avenue is very nice, it just feels like a very large building with not much amenity to it.
Hektoen noted that the amendments really aren't conditions of a zoning item. Perhaps this item
should be deferred and the applicant can come back with new renderings after working with
Staff. Freerks said she felt there was a need for more usable roof top space. Miklo suggested
they state a dimension, for example a minimum depth of 15 feet. The could increase the current
roof terrace or but one on the upper roof.
Hensch added an amendment to increase the fourth floor outdoor patio to a minimum 900
square feet, or add the additional outdoor space on the rooftop. Theobald seconded the
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Theobald questioned the possibility of rail service in the future and would this development
cause an issue. Miklo stated that rail service is not likely in the near future, but there would be
40 feet of right-of-way of green space through the middle of the block. He noted that additional
open space and parking to serve any future passenger rail service may be possible on the land
owned by the University on the western part of this block.
Signs asked if there was any interest among the Commission to defer this item to have the
applicant come back with an updated proposal. Overall there was not.
A vote was taken on the motion as amended, it passed 5-1 (Signs dissenting).
REZONING ITEM (REZ17-00017):
Discussion of an application submitted by University Lake Partners II, LLC, for a rezoning of
approximately 53.29 acres from High Density Single Family Residential (RS -12) zone to Planned
Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential (OPD/RS-12) for approximately
50.11 acres and Commercial Office (CO -1) zone for approximately 3.18 acres, located south of
1-80 west of Prairie Du Chien Road.
Miklo noted this property is located directly south of Interstate 80, west of Prairie Du Chien, and
the future extension of Foster Road will go along the southern part of this property. Miklo stated
the Comprehensive Plan for this area calls for Foster Road to be constructed to connect
Dubuque Street to Prairie Du Chien Road. When the City installed a water main a number of
years ago they graded the site for a street and acquired the right-of-way. Miklo noted the
Comprehensive Plan acknowledges the rugged topography of this area, it contains woodlands,
steep and critical slopes, and some protected slopes and wetlands. Therefore the Plan called for
clustering development away from those sensitive areas up towards Foster Road, additionally
clustering development would help to maintain a 300 foot buffer from the interstate and
residential uses. The Plan also called for the opportunity of development of office or institutional
use at Prairie Du Chien, again to not put residential right up against the interstate.
Miklo stated the Commission received a packet that showed the sensitive areas, almost all of the
property is woodlands with wetlands and steep slopes. The proposal shows a clustering of
development away from those areas leaving a large 23 acre portion as an outlot for open space.
Iowa City Parks & Recreation Commission will look at the space to see if they want to have any
of it dedicated to public open space or if it should be maintained by a homeowners association
as private open space. The proposed development has five development lots. Lot 1 would be
zoned Commercial Office (roughly 3 acres), Lot 2 would contain seven dwelling units in a
townhouse fashion that would have access to Foster Road, Lot 3 would contain a 53 -unit senior
housing cooperative, Lot 4 would contain a series of townhouses with thirty some units, and Lot
5 would contain a series of townhouses on the south side of Foster Road. Miklo stated that
overall when you look at the entire property it translates to a density of approximately 2.5 units
per acre. It is noted in the Comprehensive Plan that the current RS -12 Single Family High
Density zoning was perhaps too dense for this rugged area and suggested it be zoned for a
lower density. The proposal achieves the lesser density even through it would still be zoned RS -
12 the overall density would be comparable to what is typically seen in a RS -5 zone.
Parsons asked why it was zoned RS -12 because it feels odd for developers to want to down -
zone an area. Miklo noted it is not a down -zoning, it will retain the RS -12 zoning and where the
Prepared
Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5420
(REZ17-00018)
Ordinance No.
Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately .48 acres of property from Intensive Commercial
(CI -1) to Riverfront Crossings – Central Crossings Subdistrict (RFC -CX) zone located at 703, 705, and
709 S. Dubuque Street (REZ17-00018)
Whereas, the applicant, Breckenridge Apartments, LLC, has requested rezoning of property located at
703, 705, and 709 S. Dubuque Street from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) to iverfront Crossings – Central
Crossings Subdistrict (RFC -CX ); and
Whereas, the subject property located
in the Central Crossings subdi rict of Riverfront Crossings; and
Whereas, the Downtown and R erfront Crossings Master Plan, ani egral part of the Comprehensive
Plan, sets forth goals and objectives f the Central Crossings subdistrict ncluding promoting a high-density,
pedestrian friendly character with a mixtXe of housing types; and
Whereas, the Planning and Zonin Commission has the re ewed the proposed rezoning and
determined that it complies with the Comp hensive Plan provided t at it meets conditions addressing the
need for a fence and landscape buffer adjace to the railroad and th provision of usable open space; and
Whereas, Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) pro ides that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable
conditions on granting a rezoning request, ove nd above exis ng regulations, in order to satisfy public
needs caused by the requested change; and
Whereas, the owner and applicant have agreed at the pr erty shall be developed in accordance with
the terms and conditions of the Conditional Zonin Agree ent attached hereto to ensure appropriate
development in this area of the city.
Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of
Section I Approval. Subject to the Conditional
herein, property described below is hereby reclas
Commercial (CI -1) to Riverfront Crossings – Central
of Iowa City, Iowa:
1g Agreement attached hereto and incorporated
from its current zoning designation of Intensive
ngs Subdistrict (RFC -CX ):
The north half of Lot 1, in Block 17, in that part o Iowa City, Iowa', known as the County Se&Af Johnson
County, according to the recorded plat thereof. cD
and
The south half of Lot 1, and the north 60
known as the County Seat of Johnson Coif
Section II. Zoning Map. The building
of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, to conform
of the ordinance as approved by law.
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is hereby authorized and directed to change the:zoning map
amendment upon the final passage, approval and publication
Section III. Conditional Zoning Agredhient. The mayor is hereby authorized and directed to sign, and the
City Clerk attest, the Conditional Zoni Agreement between the property owner(s) and the City, following
passage and approval of this Ordinangb.
Section IV. Certification And Re r lin . Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is
hereby authorized and directed to c rtify a copy of this ordinance, and record the same in the Office of the
County Recorder, Johnson Count) , Iowa, at the Owner's expense, upon the final passage, approval and
publication of this ordinance, as pr vided by law.
Section V. Repealer. All or finances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this
Ordinance are hereby repealed.
Section VI. Severability. If y section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid
or unconstitutional, such adju cation shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section,
provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional.
Section VII. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and
Publication, as provided by law.
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Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intem, 410 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 356-5240 (REZ17-00018)
Conditional Zoning Agreement
This agreement is made between the City of Iowa City, Iowa, a municipal corporation
(hereinafter "City"), Breckinridge Apartments, LLC (hereinafter "Owner").
Whereas, Owner is the legal title holder of approximately 0.48 acres of property located
at 703, 705, and 709 S. Dubuque Street; and I
Whereas, the Own r has requested the rezoning of said property from Intensive
Commercial (CI -1) to Riverfr t Crossings - Central Crossings Sub lstrict (RFC -CX); and
Whereas, the Planning nd Zoning Commission has de rmined that, with appropriate
conditions regarding buffering t adjacent railroad and use a open space, the requested
zoning is consistent with the Comp hensive Plan; and
Whereas, Iowa Code §414.5 2017) provides that a City of Iowa City may impose
reasonable conditions on granting a r oning request, ov and above existing regulations, in
order to satisfy public needs caused by t e requested cha ge; and
Whereas, the Owner acknowled4qs that
reasonable to ensure the development of IN prop
Plan and the need for buffering the adjacent raltroad
Whereas, the Owner agrees to develop
conditions of a Conditional Zoning Agreement.
Now, therefore, in consideration of the mutual
follows:
Iain conditions and restrictions are
is consistent with the Comprehensive
usable open space; and
property in accordance with the terms and
contained herein, the parties agree as
1. Breckenridge Apartments, LL is the legal title holder of the property legally
described as:
The north half of Lot 1, in B ck 17, in that part f Iowa City, Iowa, klwn as the
County Seat of Johnson Co ty, according to the re ded plat the[Dof.
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The south half of L/land the north 60 feet of Lot 2, al in Blockc�,, in -khat pWof
Iowa City, Iowa kthe County Seat of Johnson ount�arscorring tgte
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2. The Owner ack¢owledges that the City wishes to ensure conformance to the
principles of the Comprehensive Plan and the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings
Master Plan. Further, the parties acknowledge that Iowa Code §414.5 (2017)
provides that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a
rezoning request, over and above the existing regulations, in order to satisfy public
needs caused by the requested change.
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3. In consideration of the City's rezoning the subject property, Owner and Applicant
agree that development of the subject property will conform to all other requirements
of the zoning chapter, as well as the following conditions:
a. The applicant must provide a fence and landscape buffer between the subject property
and the Iowa Interstate Railroad. A fence and landscape plan must be prepared and
approved.
b. 900 square feet of usable open space must be provided on the rooftop to meet the
requirement fpr usable open space.
4. The Owner an Applicant, and City acknowledge at the conditions contained
herein are reaso ble conditions to impose on the and under Iowa Code §414.5
(2017), and that aid conditions satisfy public eeds that are caused by the
requested zoning ch nge.
5. The Owner and Appli nt and City acknowl dge that in the event the subject
property is transferred, old, redeveloped, q subdivided, all redevelopment will
conform with the terms of f4is Conditional Zo g Agreement.
6. The parties acknowledge thahis Conditio I Zoning Agreement shall be deemed to
be a covenant running with the and and th title to the land, and shall remain in full
force and effect as a covenant h title t the land, unless or until released of record
by the City of Iowa City.
The parties further acknowledge that thi greement shall inure to the benefit of and bind
all successors, representatives, and as;91g4 of the parties.
7. The Owner and Applicant a lw
ledge ) that nothing in this Conditional Zoning
Agreement shall be construed o relieve th Owner or Applicant from complying with
all other applicable local, stat , and federal r ulations.
8. The parties agree that thi Conditional Zoning greement shall be incorporated by
reference into the ordin ce rezoning the subje t property, and that upon adoption
and publication of the rdinance, this agreement hall be recorded in the Johnson
County Recorder's O 1 e at the Applicant's expense
Dated this day of
City of Iowa City
Jim Throgmorton,
Attest:
Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT AND ESTIMATED COST
FOR IOWA CITY PUBLIC HOUSING
ROOFING AND SIDING
REPLACEMENT 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 to that the City
Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, will conduct
a public hearing on plans, specifications, form on
contract and estimated cost for the construction
of the Iowa City Public Housing Roofing and
Siding Replacement Project in said City at 7:00
p.m. on the 16t' day of January, 2018, said
meeting to be held in the Emma J. Harvat Hall in
City Hall in said City, or if said meeting is
cancelled, at the next meeting of the City Council
therafter as posted by the City Clerk.
Said plans, specifications, form of contract and
the estimated cost are now on file in the office of
the city clerk in City Hall in Iowa City, Iowa, and
may be inspected by any interested persons.
Any interested person 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.
KELLIE FRLIEFILING, CITY CLERK
NPH -1
CITY OF IOWA Cl-0"'6-"'-^� COUNCIL ACTION REPI
January 2, 2018
Resolution setting a public hearing on January 16, 2018 on plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of
the Iowa City Public Housing Roofing and Siding Replacement Project,
directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and directing the City
Engineer to place said plans on file for public inspection.
Prepared By: Brett Zimmerman - 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 $314,000.00 and will be funded by
CIP Account #Q0001
Recommendations: Staff: Approval
Commission: N/A
Attachments: Resolution
Executive Summary:
This agenda item begins the bidding process for the Iowa City Public Housing Roofing and
Siding Replacement Project. This project includes the removal and replacement of roofing
and siding on 20 Iowa City Public Housing properties located on Aster Avenue, Indigo Court,
Whispering Prairie Avenue, and Whispering Meadow Drive in Iowa City.
Background / Analysis:
In February of 2017, a hailstorm caused significant damage to the siding and roofing of 20
Iowa City Public Housing properties. The estimated cost for repairs is $314,000. Insurance is
expected to reimburse the Iowa City Housing Authority in the amount of $258,000. The
remaining balance of $56,000 will be funded by the Iowa City Housing Authority.
Project Timeline:
Set Public Hearing — January 2, 2018
Hold Public Hearing — January 16, 2018
Bid Letting — February 13, 2018
Award Date — February 20, 2018
Construction Start — March 1, 2018
Final Completion — May 31, 2018