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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-05-15 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 15th day of May, 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: 1. An ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP) zone to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Multifamily (OPD/RM-12) zone located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road. (REZ17- 00015) 2. An ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 3.41 acres from High Density Multifamily Residential (RM - 44) zone to Riverfront Crossings — South Downtown Subdistrict (RFC -SD) zone located at 12 E. Court Street. (REZ18-00014) 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 To: Planning and Zoning Commission Item: REZO-00015 The Grove GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicant: Contact: 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: BACKGROUND INFORMATION: STAFF REPORT Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern Date: March 1, 2018 Cardinal Pointe West, LLC 755 Mormon Trek Blvd Iowa City, IA 52244 319-337-4195 jwaddilove@SouthGateCo.com Brian Vogel Hall & Hall Engineers, Inc 1860 Boyson Road Hiawatha, IA 52233 319-362-9548 bNan@halleng.com Rezone from Interim Development – Research Park (ID -RP) to Low Density Multi -family Residential (RM - 12) To allow the development of 108 multifamily dwelling units in 3 buildings West of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and northeast of Deer Creek Road 7.84 acres Undeveloped, Interim Development—Research Park North: Undeveloped, ID -RP South: Hwy 218 and National Guard, P-2 East: Undeveloped, ID -RP West: Hwy 218 and Rural Residential, RR -1 Conservation Design --Clear Creek Master Plan Clear Creek February 7, 2018 March 24, 2018 The applicant, Cardinal Pointe West, LLC, is requesting approval for the rezoning of 7.84 acres of land from Interim Development—Research PA (IDAP) zone to Low Density Multi -Family Residential (R02) zone to allow for` the development of 108 multi -family residential units in 3 buildings. Because of environmentally sensitive features on the property, administrative approval of a Sensitive Areas Plan is required. This area was annexed into the city between 1969 and 1972. Since 1983, the area has been zoned Interim Development—Research Park (ID -RP) to reflect the possible development of an office park along Highway 218. In May 2002, the City Council signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the Clear Creek Master Plan including a concept that envisioned "conservation -type" development, including office park and residential development in the area surrounding Camp Cardinal Boulevard. Good Neighbor Policy: The applicant has not indicated whether they will use the Good Neighbor Policy. The subject property is surrounded by land that is currently undeveloped and under the ownership of the applicant. ANALYSIS: Current zoning: The area is zoned as Interim Development—Research Park (ID -RP). This zone is intended for areas of managed growth in which agricultural and other nonurban uses of land may continue until the city is able to provide services and urban development can occur.,The interim development zone is the default zoning district to which all undeveloped areas should be classified until city services are provided: Upon provision of city services, the City or fhe property owner may initiate rezoning to zones consistent with the comprehensive plan, as amended. Infrastructure is now in place to allow development. Propos cl zoning: The Low Density Multi -Family (RM -12) zone includes both high density single- family housing and low density multi -family housing to provide a diverse variety of housing options. - Because of this mixture, attention to site and building design is important in this zone to ensure that these housing types are compatible with one another. The applicant has submitted a Sensitive Areas Site Plan that shows 3 multi -family buildings, which contain a total of 108 1- and 2 -bedroom units (36 units per building). Each building has the same dimensions and will likely have similar architectural design. All three buildings will have access from a driveway off Deer Creek Road with parking provided under the building and in the surface lot located between buildings. The zoning ordinance indicates that multifamily buildings should be oriented with at least one fagade facing a public or private street or an interior courtyard. Due to sensitive features on the property and steep slopes on the Camp Cardinal Boulevard frontage, it may be impractical for development on this property to meet this standard. The applicant may apply for a minor modification according to Section 14-2B-6 of the Zoning Code to waive this requirement. Comprehensive Plan: This property is located within the Northwest Planning District, one of two districts for which a detailed plan has not been drafted. IC2030: The Comprehensive Pian Update identifies this area as suitable for "Conservation Design" and refers to the Clear Creek Master Plan. The Clear Creek Master Plan indicates that the areas adjacent to Highway 218 are appropriate for office park or research uses to buffer residential uses from the noise and fumes produced by the highway. The 1997 Comprehensive Plan recognized that with the establishment of the Oakdale Campus north of Interstate 80, the development of addition office and research uses in this area may not be realistic. The plan also recognized the topographical and infrastructural limitations of the area, and therefore, supported clustered developmept that would result in pedestrian friendly neighborhoods with minimal disturbance of the sensitive areas. i Compatibility with neighborhood: While adjacent properties are currently undeveloped, a preliminary plat was recently approved for property north of the subject site, which includes a mix of single-family, duplex, and multi -family lots. This area is separated from the subject area by a stormwater detention pond. The surrounding area also includes other single-family and duplex development as part of the Cardinal Pointe West subdivisions. The proposed multi -family buildings would be separated from the existing residential neighborhood by Camp Cardinal Boulevard. The proximity to Highway 218 poses compatibility issues with residential uses. Iowa City's subdivision regulations address health issues associated with noise and air pollution produced by major roadways by requiring a minimum 300' buffer between Highway 218 and residential development. Because this application is for a rezoning, rather than a subdivision, the regulation does not apply. However, a condition may be attached to the rezoning in order to address the concerns associated with. the proximity to Highway 218. Staff recommends this rezoning be conditioned upon approval of a plan signed by an acoustical engineer prior to issuance of a building permit to ensure that roadway noise is mitigated in the interior of the buildings for any buildings located within 300 feet of the right-of-way of the highway. This plan should include sound mitigating construction techniques, such masonry construction and sound -dampening windows, along with the planting of trees to form a buffer between the highway and buildings. Environmentally Sensitive Areas: The property contains steep and critical slopes and woodlands. The Sensitive Areas Site Plan indicates that the development will disturb 38.1% of steep slopes, 20.9% of critical slopes, and 18.6% of woodland areas. The plan shows development clustered on the northern portion of the lot, to allow for the preservation of slopes and woodlands on the southern portion of the lot. The Sensitive Areas Site Plan includes construction limits that indicate the portion of the lot that may be developed. A landscaping plan shows where trees and shrubs will be planted within the development area, including 5 trees provided in the parking area and 6 street trees provided along Camp Cardinal Boulevard. Traffic implications: Access to the development will be provided via a driveway off Deer Creek Road. Existing road infrastructure, which is improved to City standards up to the driveway, will be sufficient to serve the proposed density of the development. North of the proposed driveway, Deer Creek Road is unimproved and dead ends at River Products quarry property located in Coralville. Developable land to the north will not connect into Deer Creek Road, therefore the extension of right-of-way improvements to the street and extension of sidewalk north of the driveway are not recommended by staff. The site plan shows the provision of 171 parking spaces, which is the minimum requirement based on the proposed number of 1- and 2 -bedroom units. The majority of these spaces will be provided in structured parking provided on the lower level of each building., These spaces will be accessed through rear drives on the two northern buildings and through an entrance on the front of the southern building. No overflow parking is provided on site. Fire: The fire department has indicated that wider drive lanes (26 feet) are required throughout the site in order for fire apparatus to reach the height of the proposed buildings. Summary: Overall, the proposed rezoning of the subject area to Low -Density Multi -family Residential (RM -12) in order to develop 108 units of multifamily housing located in 3 buildings is appropriate, as long as the applicant ensures that the effects of highway noise are mitigated for the interior of these buildings. Although the Clear Creek Master Plan designated this area for office use to buffer nearby residential uses, the Comprehensive Plan states that demand for office space may be limited. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends deferral of this application pending resolution of deficiencies noted below. Upon resolution of these items, staff would recommend approval of REZ17-00015, a rezoning of 7.84 acres of land from Interim Development - Research Park (ID -RP) zone to Low Density Multi- family (RM -12), subject to a condition that sound mitigation is provided through a plan from an [t Upon resolution of these items, staff would recommend approval of REZ17-00015, a rezoning of 7.84 acres of land from Interim Development - Research Park (ID -RP) zone to Low Density Multi- family (RM -12), subject to a condition that sound mitigation is provided through a plan from an acoustical engineer, to be approved prior to issuance of a building permit for any buildings located within 300 feet of the right-of-way of Highway 218. DISCREPENCIES: 1. If the buildings are taller than 30', fire code requires 26' access lanes, with at least one of these access routes between 15' and 30' from each building and positioned parallel to one entire side of the building. 2. All drives must be set back at least 10' away from the buildings. 3. The landscaping plan must show which existing trees will be used to meet the street tree requirements. A legend should be included showing the species of existing and proposed trees. ATTACHMENTS: Location Map 2. Sensitive Approved by: Department of Neighborhood and Development Services ppdadmin\sdWWmume t2 REZ17-00015 The Grove i UTHM AND EMERGENCY IELEPNONE NUMBERS =VMAM.MA vvrmo�mnmua. Dome. n{RVMIYIrt .Art. msAmr.r a..vwmvwrs®umEn IouEwllomw. r ` Lows ONE -Cert avmav P.)�C P.l>8lrY mnaem rw�® m+w.na unm Icmm-vauvsm mss _d M e REZONING AND SENSITIVE AREA SITE PLAN FOR THE GROVE IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA 5!wrcy l[mo — s4 ♦ v w nAxr � ®mom AanAls�sortums msv eev�..... mAnlm mrruxmAmm luu AI0 BAu140J>L: AOW@ mgt LOCATION MAP swc r_� i PROJEC \\ I LOCATION\\ I I \ \ \ I I \\ I I �> �o®rvm NUIPS N N60Y➢�6NVf)O(I]Mybm MTE4 OUNN®1NVE®!� mmM,m11111E OIY691PA m1YBli®ip CfID91BfA1LVLq PLANSSCALE COINECRYWHEN ROTTED ON MW PAPER USE PROJECLLOCAIION •'_y TDNNG APPLICP J ••�®m ORIONSN)NAL SfMTARDSvIRM^�w7- eve OWNER AREA CAILONIIONS E IffAUIREM1fENiS OWNERS A IORM ®C EW.OA PERSON ® o p RE/ANNG LEGAL DESCRWnON e �.o..� MWERMUS ARPASa� \\ l \ t HaUM QNV sunO O3TO21 s `� `\ i nao m 1 \\ \ \q. ^u�asmrxaasaNrewn �SIIVI3O dNVN 13-nVNVd \ \ NOLL33S 1N3Y13AVd OOd IVOIdU 1 \ r o • a+�.®e�9i `•Vq \\�\ `\ m / \\ i � Fes. / I I I \ I r �.�.` CITY OF IOWA CITY MEMORANDUM Date: March 15, 2018 To: Planning and Zoning Commission From: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern Re: REZ17-00015 At the March 1 meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission, Commissioners requested clarification on the language used in the Clear Creek Master Plan regarding appropriate land uses for property located west of Camp Cardinal Road and northeast of Deer Creek Road. The Clear Creek Master Plan states the following: A. Configuration: The concept of the development is to locate nonresidential, i.e. commercial, office and retail, at major intersections and along higher volume traffic routes. The southwest facing slopes adjacent to Highway 218 represent a good location for office park/research type uses and could provide a good image along the "technology corridor" (loosely defined as the corridor along U.S. Highway 218 between Iowa City and Cedar Rapids) and buffer residential uses at the interior of the site. Multi -family residential such as apartments and high-rise condominiums would be used in the transition to single family residential use. The single-family size of lot would increase, transitioning to the existing larger lots along Kennedy Parkway to the east of the site. Commercial conveniences and services for the neighborhood would be provided at the octabout which is further defined later. B. Density: Based on the intrinsic characteristics of the wooded slopes and drainageways that so distinctly define this site, it is to the public benefit to work to preserve these qualities. In order to maintain significant areas that will not be disturbed and yet achieve development densities that will be economically viable, Southgate Development would like to create a "conservation -type" development. This would mean the development would be looked at as a whole, including the sensitive areas. The total units or square footage would be tallied based on that assumption. The density of the actual developed area would be higher but would be supported by larger interconnected open spaces. This would make initial and long-term infrastructure costs affordable and sustainable. This concept will reduce the "urban sprawl' impact of large lot residential development. This particular landscape is suited to denser housing and commercial development combine with large areas of public open space and amenities. This is similar to the downtown and University landscapes. Attached is a concept map from the Clear Creek Master Plan that shows potential land uses for this area. Following the March 1 P&Z Commission meeting, the applicant submitted revised site plans that include the following (attached): 1. Added a note regarding dust control on Deer Creek Road. Owners have an agreement in place with the quarry to provide dust control. 2. Added 3 patios outside each building, which will include grills and picnic tables, as shared outdoor amenities. They indicated that owners may install pergolas over the patios as well. March 9, 2018 Page 2 3. Detailed landscape plans that include plant species and landscaping above and beyond the minimum requirement, including 3 rows of evergreens along the west property line, one row of trees in the ROW (which need City approval prior to installation), site shrubs with species listed, and clearly defined existing woodlands. As noted at the March 1 meeting, the deficiencies listed in the previous staff report have been resolved. Attachments: 1. Clear Creek Master Plan Concept Map 2. Site plans ,'a i¢�•\ �� r ..�. `� .. ,,, ,� � ISI r , J r�+ ..1 . K� Il\J �, \ • . �T 66 4\ - 1a�e wq.w1 Y p rT I / � �/'\ �\�� ,�C 1 ( � � �Ij �,1. 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The applicant has submitted a new site plan and requested that the application be amended from a rezoning from Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP) zone to Low Density Multifamily (RM - 12) zone to also include a Planned Development Overlay to allow an increase in building height. The revised site plan shows an increased setback and landscaping area along the west side of the property to create a better buffer from Deer Creek Road and Highway 218. The minimum setback has increased from 35 feet to 67 feet. To achieve the greater setback the applicant is proposing to add. a fourth residential floor to buildings B and C (the northern buildings) to allow a smaller building footprint. The buildings would also contain a lower floor partially below grade for parking. Building A would remain at 3 stories plus a partial 4t' floor which would contain parking under the building. As a result of the increased set back, buildings A and B would be approximately 230 from the right-of-way of Highway 218. Within the increased setback the landscape plan shows evergreen trees. The revised plan also includes 4 deck structures that would provide outdoor space overlooking the pond that is located to the north of this property. A sidewalk is proposed to provide a pedestrian connection between the buildings and the deck space. The applicant has requested approval of a Planned Development Overlay (OPD) to allow buildings B and C to be increased in height. The standard height limit in the RM -12 zone is 35 feet, or generally 3 stories above grade. Section 14-2B-4 of the zoning code allows for the maximum height to be increased, provided that for each foot of height increase above the height standard, the front, side, and rear setbacks are each increased by an additional 2 feet. With the increased setbacks proposed on this plan, building A may have a maximum height of 64 feet; it is proposed to be approximately 50 feet tall. Building B is allowed a height of 58 feet; it is proposed to be approximately 60 feet tall. Building C is allowed a height of 50 feet; it is proposed to be approximately 60 feet tall. The result is a 2 foot height increase above what is allowed in the RM -12 zone for building B and a 10 foot height increase for building C. Section 14-3A-4 of the zoning code allows consideration of variations in the dimensional requirements including building height in order to facilitate the provision of desired neighborhood amenities or open space; to preserve or protect natural, historic, or cultural features; to achieve compatibility with surrounding development; or to create a distinctive or innovative neighborhood environment for area residents. The maximum building height may be modified or waived, provided the design of the development results in sufficient light and air circulation for each building and adequate, accessible open space for all residents of the development. March 30, 2018 Page 2 The criteria for review of a Planned Development Overlay Plan are: 1. The density and design of the Planned Development will be compatible with and/or complementary to adjacent development in terms of land use, building mass and scale, relative amount of open space, traffic circulation and general layout. 2. The development will not overburden existing streets and utilities. 3. The development will not adversely affect views, light and air, property values and privacy of neighboring properties any more than would a conventional development. 4. The combination of land uses and building types and any variation from the underlying zoning requirements or from City street standards will be in the public interest, in harmony with the purposes of this Title, and with other building regulations of the City. Staff is reviewing the recently submitted OPD plan and hopes to present additional comments at the April 5 meeting. An OPD rezoning requires the submittal of elevation sketches to indicate the design and materials of the buildings. The original application included sketches of 3 story buildings. The applicant has indicated that they are working on revised sketches to show the taller buildings. They anticipate submitting the revised sketches before the April 5 meeting. Attachment: Revised site plan PLANNED DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY REZONING AND SENSITIVE AREA SITE PLAN FOR THE GROVE IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA UTILITY AND EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER5 anmrwx 1 xrx.. �4s��011 ,Exom.xrmm IEwT Rn.mxPn mecauw. y umwxwuxFxvmr arum Uaxo-mslwc IOWA ONE—CALL mw..ln Pm'TIN® P�hwKiw n�hmae�m I®Lm]N 911M1fY L£IT.IN A LOCATION MAP fL/++- Iry[xm PUNT Lrmo NOTE5 nle wmwarn wx�Nvma waumP w rase vxnwxm rave xtcx mavxm ��.� w.rrnxwxcEwnxraunPPawanvnuEwwlPmsxw aTulwam wmuLumxxw¢ noon acxumu wrz. oraam .wua w.u�` mcvw wn: m�we �•�..e.e. 11 wANs scue CORRECTLY WHEN PLOTTED a xN..xP �x..arao xxa�. �i SnfEf INDEx PROJECT LOCATION APPLICANT mmm OWNER���� O. EER5 ATTORNEY COMACT PERSON REZONING LEGAL DESCRIPTION U5E ZONING M DIMENSIONAL 5TANDARDS IRM -12) AUA CN.CU V TIONS PARKING REOUIREMEM5 IMPERVIOUS AREA5 R P.M A. ..o- C �jxx 4� PUYROP'9 PARCEL AM I I= EGRAI CURB MOm510EWN SEMIONu I..R. R P.M A. ..o- rm uraura vm�ms a,mV EGRAI CURB MOm510EWN SEMIONu 1 ` n ROLLED CURB AND GUTTER A6" rm uraura vm�ms EXISTING SLOPES HATCH LEGEND E 5nNG SLOPE CAICUTAnON5 IS3.0 0'I'I I xna 3ansaim I 'ua r MioUD eo 3X WI xvla V3. Nu6NE aM' 0... tl xn W 3wnaolY3a a] ,M Q00 .ice• ` $? • A� �'tC�' S^A'. qtr 0 ry ' �'• t,, 11 r j0 � a A `., l�",I'i a.v i 0 � a. � ex_' R�y+o'? f..•��, � i, n�l!• � a RVA�\,��A, Y _ 111N, 1W. Y o { tl �o om I �_.:.p CITY OF IOWA CITY MEMORANDUM Date: April 19, 2018 To: Planning and Zoning Commission From: Bob Miklo, Senior Planner Re: REZ17-00015 This application was deferred from the April 5 meeting. The applicant is preparing alternative building designs. Two alternative designs are attached. Additional designs will be submitted before the April 19 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. 1 0 El F1 F1 0000 Planning and Zoning Commission March 1, 2018 -Formal Meeting Page 5 of 10 Dyer expressed a concern that the applicant had not presented a plan for relocation or a plan for how he would develop the property. She said it makes it difficult for the Commission to make a decision when there are so many unknowns. Signs indicated that they felt they could make a better recommendation in terms of relocation plan if they had some idea from the developer and the currents residents what the needs were and what the developer felt he could reasonably afford. Commissioners acknowledged that redevelopment was a matter of time and that everyone involved was trying to be fair. Freerks stated that there was a need to know how this new development would fit into the neighborhood and that usually such re -zonings were accompanied by a concept plan of some sort. She understood that the applicant had the best of intentions and was sensitive to the neighborhood but that the Commission had been disappointed by some developments in the past and this would be the first multi -family in this neighborhood so it was important to get it right. Nusser reiterated his willingness to come forward with a plan and requested to defer to March 15. He stated that there were two issues: the redevelopment of the property and the difficult circumstance of relocating the residents and that he wished to address both. Hensch moved to recommend approval of deferring REZ18-00002 until the March 15 meeting. Signs seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 7-0 REZONING ITEM REZ17-00015: Discussion of an application submitted by Cardinal Pointe West, LLC for a rezoning of approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP) to Low Density Multifamily (RM -12) located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road. Bochner stated this property is currently zoned Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP) which is a designation given to undeveloped land when that land does not have the infrastructure necessary for development. At this time infrastructure is in place for this property so it is appropriate to rezone but the Interim Development -Research Park indicates that was a foreseen use. The proposed zoning for this lot is Low Density Multi -Family (RM -12) which allows for both high density single- family housing and low density multi -family housing to provide a diverse variety of housing options. Because of this mixture, attention to site and building design is important in this zone to ensure compatibility. The applicant has submitted a Sensitive Areas Site Plan that shows three multi -family building on this parcel which contain a total of 108 1- and 2 -bedroom units (36 units per building). All three buildings will have access from a driveway off Deer Creek Road with parking provided under the building and in the surface lot located between buildings. Bochner showed images of the current state of the property and then the proposed sensitive areas site plan. The zoning ordinance indicates that multifamily buildings should be oriented with at least one facade facing a public or private street or an interior courtyard. As shown currently this proposal doesn't meet that standard but the applicant indicated they will apply for a minor modification due to sensitive features on the property and steep slopes on the Camp Cardinal Boulevard frontage. Planning and Zoning Commission March 1, 2018—Formal Meeting Page 6 of 10 Bochner stated that with regards to the Comprehensive Plan, this property is located within the Northwest Planning District, one of two districts for which a detailed plan has not been drafted and instead refers to the Clear Creek Master Plan which was adopted in 2002. This Master Plan indicates that the areas adjacent to Highway 218 are appropriate for office park or research uses to buffer residential uses from the noise and fumes produced by the highway. However the 1997 Comprehensive Plan recognized that with the establishment of the Oakdale Campus north of Interstate 80 there might be limited need for additional offices and research uses in this area. The plan also recognized the topographical and infrastructural limitations of the area, and therefore, supported clustered development that would result in pedestrian friendly neighborhoods with minimal disturbance of the sensitive areas. In terms of capability with the neighborhood, the majority of the property surrounding this area is currently undeveloped, there is a subdivision just north of this area that will have a mix of housing types. The proximity to Highway 218 poses compatibility issues with residential uses. Iowa City's subdivision regulations address health issues associated with noise and air pollution produced by major roadways by requiring a minimum 300' buffer between Highway 218 and residential development. Because this application is for a rezoning, rather than a subdivision, the regulation does not apply. However, a condition may be attached to the rezoning in order to address the concerns associated with the proximity to Highway 218. Staff recommends this rezoning be conditioned upon approval of a plan signed by an acoustical engineer prior to issuance of a building permit to ensure that roadway noise is mitigated in the interior of the buildings for any buildings located within 300 feet of the right-of-way of the highway. This plan should include sound mitigating construction techniques, such masonry construction and sound - dampening windows, along with the planting of trees to form a buffer between the highway and buildings. Bochner noted this site has sensitive areas including steep and critical slopes and woodlands. Bochner stated that the Commission had been given revised plans that have come in after the staff report was drafted, so there have been some changes to the amount of sensitive areas that will be disrupted due to the calculations to the sensitive areas. In the new plans, 45.7% of the steep slopes on the property being disturbed, 19.6 % of critical slopes, and 29.5% of woodlands. The Sensitive Areas Site Plan includes construction limits that indicate the portion of the lot that may be developed. A landscaping plan shows where trees and shrubs will be planted within the development area. With regards to traffic implications, existing road infrastructure, which is improved to City standards up to the driveway on Deer Creek Road, will be sufficient to serve the proposed density of the development. North of the proposed driveway, Deer Creek Road is unimproved and dead ends at River Products quarry property located in Coralville. Developable land to the north will not connect into Deer Creek Road, therefore the extension of right-of-way improvements to the street and extension of sidewalk north of the driveway are not recommended by staff. In terms of parking, the site plan shows 171 parking spaces which is the minimum requirement based on the proposed number of units. The majority of these spaces will be provided in structured parking provided on the lower level of each building with the rest in a surface lot between the buildings. Bochner also noted another change in the plans that were distributed to the Commission this evening is that the fire department requires a wider driveway (minimum 26 feet) to accommodate for fire apparatus to reach the height of the proposed buildings, which has been satisfied in the updated plan. Overall, the proposed rezoning of the subject area to Low -Density Planning and Zoning Commission March 1, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 7 of 10 Multi -family Residential (RM -12) is appropriate provided that the applicant ensures that the effects of highway noise are mitigated forthe interior of these buildings. Although the Clear Creek Master Plan designated this area for office use to buffer nearby residential uses, the Comprehensive Plan states that demand for office space may be limited and residential use may be an alternative use. Freerks asked if the Comprehensive Plan does state that residential may be another appropriate use. Bochner said the Plan says "conservation development". Miklo noted Staff can check to see exactly what the Comprehensive Plan states for that area. He knows it clearly states office use is preferred up against the highway but the previous Plan did indicate there is limited demand for such office use. Staff recommends approval of this application with the condition that sound mitigation is provided through a plan approved by an acoustical engineer prior to any building permit being approved. Freerks asked if they are providing any visitor parking. Miklo replied that they are providing the minimum parking required, but in the parking requirements in the zoning code assume that visitor parking is included in the minimums. Parsons asked if there were any planned improvements for Deer Creek Road. Miklo said staff anticipates Deer Creek Road will end at this property and all of the development in that area will be served off Kennedy Parkway. Hensch added the dust from the gravel on Deer Creek Road could be an issue for residents. Miklo said the Commission could add a condition to having to treat the unpaved road to mitigate that issue. Hensch also stated that the landscape plan doesn't list the species of trees to be used, nor anything about shrubbery requirements. Theobald added with the number of trees and shrubs mentioned on the plan there is not enough to mitigate noise and dust issues. Martin asked about the 300 feet buffer, what is the current requirement. Miklo stated that if this were a subdivision there would be a requirement for a 300 foot buffer between any residential building and Highway 218. This is a rezoning of only one parcel so there is not automatically a 300 foot buffer, however the Commission could put a condition on the rezoning although staff is recommending other conditions to mitigate sound issues. Freerks opened the public discussion. Brian Vogel (Hall & Hall Engineers, Inc.) stated that all the buildings will look similar, and in the same color scheme with the brick and colors of the siding. The developer has agreed to use the sound mitigating materials and construction techniques, and will get an acoustical engineer in to do a study before construction and incorporate that into the building plans. Martin asked about the balconies and how the sound will be dealt with on the balconies. Vogel said the sound mitigation is for inside the buildings. Vogel stated that their landscape architect has contacted Julie Tallman at the City. With the detailed plan of materials used in the construction, there would also be a detailed landscaping plan that also needs to be approved by the City. Planning and Zoning Commission March 1, 2018—Formal Meeting Page 8 of 10 Signs said that because this project is so close to the road a more detailed tree and shrubbery plan would improve the livability for the people there and help the Commission agree to this rezoning. Vogel said the existing woodlands that would be preserved would help with dust and mitigation. Freerks is concerned about this proposal and that there won't be any sustainable long-term neighborhood feel here because nobody is going to want to be that close to the interstate. She acknowledges it is a tough piece of property and reflects that is why the Comprehensive Plan laid out what is appropriate in that area. She is not saying residential cannot work, but she does have concerns, there are no amenities outside, and it appears that one is just trying to squeeze as much as they can into an oddly shaped lot with steep slopes and wooded areas right next to an interstate. She does not have problem with multi -family in that area, this proposal just brings her pause. Martin noted they have an opportunity here to help give the community that we live in something that really works and can be sustained over time. Vogel stated that the developer is trying to create affordable housing and that is why they are proposing the density. Martin asked if these will be one and two bedroom units only. Vogel confirmed that is correct. Signs noted he is not as concerned as others, noting this is a difficult parcel and there is no commercial or office that will go there as all surrounding properties are residential. Hensch agreed that this parcel is an island so to make it more inviting there does need to be a courtyard or outside amenities to attract residents to want to live there. He said he like the building design, but would like to see more variety rather than thee identical buildings. Theobald noted her concern is the sound, she lives on that side of town and quite a bit away from the interstate and can hear it at her house all night long, even with windows closed. There needs to be a windbreak line of trees. She would like to see a detailed landscape plan before approval. Martin stressed as this is near an access point to Iowa City the need to maintain the beautification of the area. Signs added he likes the building design, he thought they might want to add a trail connection or overlook at the pond, someplace for the residents to go and enjoy the view. He felt that the pond could be turned into an amenity that the project currently lacks. Dyer added that having a walking trail around the property could be one amenity, adding a playground, and it seems like if the buildings weren't so big they could be away from the 300 foot buffer zone and deal with the sound that way. Dyer also asked if there was a fire department turnaround along the driveway to the north. Miklo said the fire department did look at this and approved the layout. Miklo reiterated the direction the Commission is asking the applicant and staff to review prior to approval. (1) More of a buffer to the interstate; (2) there needs to be some form a amenity, possibility using the pond; (3) dust mitigation; (4) possibility smaller buildings to get them further away from the highway; (5) detailed landscape plan; (6) and possibility different color schemes on each building. Planning and Zoning Commission March 1, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 9 of 10 Freerks noted that to make a quality community addressing these concerns are important. Signs said it is important to establish a precedent so that developers come forward with good plans. Freerks said that Commission used to get more thorough information. She realizes that staff has been limited and is down two staff people. Dyer expressed a concern that some applicants have been submitting limited information about their plans, while others submit comprehensive plans that give the sense of what will be built. The Commission agreed that it would like to see adequate information on the applications they review. Freerks closed the public discussion Parsons moved to defer item REZ17-00015 to the March 15, 2018 meeting Hensch seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 7-0. PLANNING AND ZONING INFORMATION: Dyer and Hensch noted that they would not be at the March 15 meeting. Miklo noted that Martin would be attending the American Planning Association Conference in New Orleans in April. ADJOURNMENT: Theobald moved to adjourn. Parsons seconded. A vote was taken and motion carried 7-0. Planning and Zoning Commission March 12, 2018 — Work Session Page 2 of 6 REZONING ITEM (REZ17-00015): Discussion of an application submitted by Cardinal Pointe West, LLC for a rezoning of approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP) zone to Low Density Multifamily (RM -12) zone for the property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road. Bochner stated that at the last Commission meeting there were questions about the exact language that was used in the plans so she provided in a memo to the Commission an excerpt from the Clear Creek Master Plan that gives specifics on the language used for that area. Bochner also shared the image that indicates the proposed land uses in that area. Bochner stated the City also received some updates to the plan from the applicant, they added a note to the plan regarding the dust control on Deer Creek Road, they said the owners have an agreement in place with the quarry to provide dust control twice per year. Bochner noted that to address the concerns regarding open space, the applicant has added three patios, one outside each building. Freerks asked if those would be concrete patios and Bochner was unsure what the material proposed would be. Freerks would like to have more details on that. Bochner said the applicant plans to include grills and picnic tables as well as possibly pergolas over the patios. Bochner also added the City has received a more detailed landscape plan that shows all of the plant species and landscaping above and beyond the minimum requirement. It also has the three rows of evergreens between the right-of-way and the site. Miklo added that the evergreens will require approval of the City Forrester to have them placed in the right-of-way because anything planted in the City right-of-way they become City plantings for the City to maintain. The City Forrester did point out that given the elevations (this is going uphill) plantings in the right-of-way, even when mature, won't likely be high enough to screen the building or buffer the view from the highway. Miklo feels they will know by the meeting Thursday if the City Forrester is willing to take on these plantings. Theobald noted that one of the species indicated will probably require treatment with fungicide yearly otherwise it will lose the bottom growth and therefore its effectiveness as a screen is negotiable. Bochner stated that the deficiencies listed in the previous staff report have been resolved. Freerks asked if they could not only include the language from the Clear Creek Master Plan but also the Master Plan update from 2013, specifically the language on the buffer for residential property and compatible uses to ensure the long-term livability of neighborhoods, provide sufficient buffers between residential development and land uses and activities such as waste- water treatment plant, Interstate 80 and Highway 218, and the landfill. Freerks feels that is an important piece of information. Dyer asked about the size of the patios. Bochner said the plan does not list dimensions. Miklo calculated at a quick glance they appeared to be approximately 45' by 15'. Parsons feels the patios won't be appreciated by the people who will live with it right outside their windows. Freerks and Signs both indicated it was not what they envisioned when they asked for community space. Signs stated it is just basically an extension of the concrete parking areas. Freerks suggested staff relay to the applicant that will be a concern at the meeting Thursday. Parson added that the Commission had suggested integrating the open space with the lake Planning and Zoning Commission March 12, 2018 —Work Session Page 3 of 6 nearby and that was not taken in consideration. Miklo said the applicant can address the open spaces on Thursday, however they did point out they are adding considerable amount of sidewalk and that sidewalk will get to the lake eventually. Theobald noted that another one of the screening trees will lose its foliage from a fungus in the summer and she also stated there are no suppliers in this area that carry that particular tree. Signs added there seems to be a disconnect between landscape architects and the nursery industry and product availability. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00002): Discussion of an application submitted by Ross Nusserfor a rezoning of approximately 1.89 acres from Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential (OPD/RM- 12) zone to Low Density Multifamily Residential (RM -12) zone for the property located at 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road. Miklo stated the applicant has asked for a deferral until April to have more time to come up with a plan. REZONING ITEMS REZ18-00011, REZ18-00010, REZ18-00012, REZ18-00009, REZ18- 00008. REZ18-00006 & REZ18-00007: These are applications submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Miklo said that six out of seven of these properties were identified by the Historic Preservation Commission. If the Commission recalls, when the Dubuque Street cottages were in a rezoning process the Historic Preservation Commission was criticized for waiting too long to declare them landmarks and therefore they were demolished. Therefore the Historic Preservation Commission has proactively gone out and looked for other properties that might be endangered but also meet the historic preservation guidelines and eligible for the national registry. All of the applications, other than REZ18-00011, were in that identification process noted as being eligible for the national registry and because of their location close to downtown or near a commercial area may be threatened in the future. Historic Preservation Commission plans to come forward with others as well, these were the ones they felt were most critical at this time. In terms of the Planning & Zoning Commission role, the Ordinance is very specific that it is up to the Historic Preservation Commission that they meet historic architecture and criteria, the Planning & Zoning Commission reviews the Comprehensive Plan and how these proposals comply with the Comprehensive Plan. In addition to the main Comprehensive Plan there is a Historic Preservation Plan and several of these properties fall in the Central District Plan which specifically discusses properties that fall into historical preservation. The Zoning Code does provide incentives to preserving all these homes and the Board of Adjustment can waive certain zoning requirements to allow uses that would not otherwise be allowed to preserve these homes. The first one is on Park Road and Lexington Drive in the Manville Heights neighborhood, the building was recently listed on the National Registry of Historical Places, and it was built by a physician associated with the founding of The Children's Hospital at the University of Iowa in the early part of the last century. The owner is seeking the designation of landmark as his concern is he won't own it forever and he wants to make sure this special property is preserved over time. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 3 of 23 and will work with the City Engineer for the specifications, at a minimum it will include the walkway and lighting shown in the concept plan. Freerks opened the public hearing. Kevin Digmann (Hodge Construction) noted that they took the comments from the Commission's last meeting and tried to mirror what was in the book for the route and the sidewalks, make it more friendly, they've added decks to the sides of the building, to bring more area to view the creek and be outside, along the front of the building they added the stepback per the Code. Freerks noted the updated concept plan is much improved and appreciates Digmann and his team working with City Staff in the last couple weeks to accomplish this. Freerks closed the public hearing. Parsons moved to recommend approval of application submitted by Hodge Construction for a rezoning of approximately 1.1 acres from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) zone to Riverfront Crossings — Central Crossings (RFC -CX) zone subject to a Conditional Zoning Agreement addressing the need for the improvement of Ralston Creek and the pedestrian street for the property located at 225 & 225'/] E. Prentiss Street Martin seconded the motion. Freerks noted this is much improved, she asked that the Commission be showed the final approved plan. Parsons added he liked the adjustments and thinks this will be a great addition to the area. Signs agreed, it is a much more pleasant creek side area and he likes the addition of the decks. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ17-00015): Discussion of an application submitted by Cardinal Pointe West, LLC for a rezoning of approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP) zone to Low Density Multifamily (RM -12) zone for the property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road. Bochner stated this item was deferred from the March 1 meeting due to questions about the language for the area that was used in the Clear Creek Master Plan. Freerks interjected that she was asking about the Master Plan in general, not just the Clear Creek Master Plan. Bochner continued noting the Clear Creek Master Plan discusses this area specifically, but she will also discuss the Comprehensive Plan goals of this area. Bochner stated the Clear Creek Master Plan states "The southwest facing slopes adjacent to Highway 218 represent a good Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 4 of 23 location for office park/research type uses and could provide a good image along the "technology corridor" and buffer residential uses at the interior of the site. Multi -family residential such as apartments and high-rise condominiums would be used in the transition to single family residential use." Bochner notes the Clear Creek Master Plan also discusses the density of this area and talks about a conservation -type development that would allow for the preservation for some of the natural features by clustering density. Bochner stated there is a goal in the Comprehensive Plan that talks about buffering residential development from incompatible uses and that goal discusses specifically Highway 218 as one of those uses where it is important to buffer residential uses. Bochner noted that since the March 1 meeting, the applicant has also submitted some changes to the plan. The first is adding a note regarding dust control on Deer Creek Road. Owners have an agreement in place with the quarry to provide dust control. Second, they have added 3 patios outside each building, which will include grills and picnic tables, as shared outdoor amenities. They indicated that owners may install pergolas over the patios as well. Final change is a more detailed landscape plans that include plant species and landscaping above and beyond the minimum requirement, including three rows of evergreens along the west property line, one row of trees in the right-of-way (which need City approval prior to installation), site shrubs with species listed, and clearly defined existing woodlands. Bochner noted that the deficiencies listed in the March 1 meeting have been resolved so Staff is recommending approval. Freerks asked about the rows of evergreens in the right-of-way and if the City Forrester has agreed to allow that. Miklo said he has not heard back from the City Forrester, but if the evergreens are allowed, but if they are allowed the applicant would likely be responsible for maintaining them as the City will not be able to do so. Freerks opened the public hearing. Susan Fornash (Hall & Hall Engineers) came forward to address any questions the Commission has, she believes they have addressed all the previous concerns with the revised site plan. Parsons asked about the pond near the property and if there would be any connection. Fornash said they did add a lot of sidewalks onto the site but with some of the grade changes and wooded areas they were unable to connect the sidewalks or trails to the pond. Freerks shared her disappointment with how the patios appear to have just become extensions of the parking lots and feels the patios won't be utilized and may just be annoyances for the tenants next to them. She notes that everything is so compact in this plan, so they can fit the density into the small area, and also is still concerned that these buildings will be so close to the interstate. The Comprehensive Plan states "to help ensure the long-term livability of neighborhoods, provide sufficient buffers between residential development and land uses and activities such as waste -water treatment plant, Interstate 80 and Highway 218, and the landrill." and she just doesn't see this property being sufficiently buffered. The reason the Plan calls for commercial in this area is for the buffer, she understands that commercial may not be valid in this area and cannot be sustained, but feels the scale of this project makes it so close to the highway and would like to see all the buildings being past the 300 foot buffer. Fornash explained they do need to encroach into the buffer due to the heavily wooded nature of the lot and the desire to preserve as many trees as possible. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 5 of 23 Martin asked about the market research done to decide how many units to build and the design, did they identify who the clientele would be and how that clientele fits into this design. Fornash said the majority of the units are one -bedroom apartments, and the market shows a need for that, as well as the affordability. Jason Walton (Walton Builders) stated the partner that does most of their market research is currently in Florida but he will try to answer the questions. First, they thought it would be a good location given the elementary school close by, the access to the interstate was a draw, and the location is relatively close to the University Hospitals. Walton also noted they will market to Baby Boomers, there are a lot of people that are moving back to this area to be close to the hospital. The original plan was maybe a 30 unit but when they decided to add more single bedroom units the density increased. Freerks asked if they are all single bedroom units. Walton replied they are not all single unit, it is a mix. But they added the single units to accommodate single people because there is a good market for those, especially in this area. Walton noted that after meeting with City Staff originally they felt this density would be appropriate for the area. They feel the area is up and coming, they have other developments down the road that support the need for this area as well, so it seems like it is a good fit. Freerks noted that a concern is the buffering has to be in the City right-of-way, it is that close to the highway and that buffer has not been approved by the City Forrester at this time. Walton noted that in terms of buffering sounds from the interstate they are using special insulation on the exterior and in windows to keep the units quiet. In terms of the tree buffer in the right-of-way that may not even help with the sound as much it is more for a visual buffer. He noted that further down the highway (to the south) there is a development of single-family houses and some multiplex units that have zero buffering. Miklo stated those areas were developed prior to 2008 when the City adopted the subdivision regulations that require a 300 foot buffer for any residential subdivision near a four -lane highway. Miklo added that this application is not a subdivision so it is not automatically subject to that setback unless it is added as a condition on a conditional zoning agreement. Walton acknowledged that living next to a highway or area with high traffic is not ideal due to sound but it is something people do and get used to. He wants the tree buffer more aesthetics to the area, not for sound, as on the east side of the property there are gorgeous oak trees. He added that in their plans they have made some accommodations regarding the critical grades by moving the parking lot back and to preserve as many trees as possible. Freerks asked about those trees and preservation. Miklo said it is a woodland and they are required to preserve a percentage and the applicant meets that requiriement. Walton added that in terms of the patios he agrees that perhaps they aren't in the best locations, and had thought about possibility just putting one large area to the north. He referenced a development in Tiffin he had done where they added a nice park/play area. In this case he would like to do something similar in the northwest corner, provided they can get enough dirt in there (as it drops off considerably), he just can't promise it at this point. Freerks suggested he defer tonight so he can investigate that outdoor area and come back with more decisive plans. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 6 of 23 Signs agreed on the proposed three patios, he doesn't not like that it appears to just be so much concrete in such a small grass area. He had suggested at the last meeting an elevated walkway or deck over that north area to overlook the pond. Fornash asked if that was the only sticking point on the approval (the outdoor area). Freerks would also like to see the buildings outside the buffer zone. Martin added one of her concerns was why even care about patios when the buffer and noise are such a concern. She asked about the market research because if the school nearby was a big factor, what good is a one -bedroom apartment. Therefore she is not fully convinced with what is the point of this development. Martin stated that the buffer is a big deal to her, she knows people that live in the development to the south and they feel they are "stuck" there because no one will want to buy their house because it is right on the highway. Freerks stated the Commission is responsible for ensuring the Comprehensive Plan is met and that they create neighborhoods that are sustainable and that people want to be a part of. Theobald voiced her concern about the landscape plan and plant selections (especially on the buffer) and wants to make sure the City Forrester looks it over and approves. She noted a couple of conifers are susceptible to fungus and will not look very attractive and lose their lower branches. Miklo added that the City Forrester generally does not review the final design plans, so the Commission can make that a condition of approval. Walton commented on the building sizes and trying to make them fit into the 300 foot buffer zone. He stated there was discussion on making the buildings taller (and smaller footprint) but to do so would cause a loss of parking below the building. Miklo said staff had suggested the taller buildings. Walton added the challenge with adding garages is the steep drop-off, they would have enough parking spaces if they shrunk the buildings but not all units would then get covered parking. Walton noted he is open to deferral to the next meeting if the Commission deems that necessary. Freerks closed the public hearing Theobald moved to defer REZ17-00015 the rezoning of approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP) zone to Low Density Multifamily (RM -12) zone for the property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road. Parsons seconded the motion. Signs is having less problem with building locations, buffer and sounds, and feels there has been a significant precedent all along Highway 218 of properties that are closer than the 300 foot buffer and this is likely the last property along Highway 218 that is left to develop. He appreciates that they have conserved a significant part of the sloped areas and natural woodlands. He is totally disturbed by having the concrete patios next to the parking areas and wants to see some type of walkway area out towards the pond area. Signs understands that as a Commission and community the goal is to provide positive living environments and he feels the conservation of the slopes and wooded area will help outweigh some of the other negatives of the area. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 7 of 23 Theobald noted she lives about a mile away from the subject property and can hear the highway traffic all night at her house. She is very concerned about noise buffering and fumes from the highway are putting future residents in an unhealthy environment. Freerks agreed, the 2030 Plan was adopted for a reason and it states that concerns are noise and fume buffers so she cannot just ignore that. A vote was taken and the motion to defer was carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00002): Discussion of an application submitted by Ross Nusserfor a rezoning of approximately 1.89 acres from Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential (OPD/RM- 12) zone to Low Density Multifamily Residential (RM -12) zone for the property located at 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road. Miklo stated the applicant has asked for a deferral until April. Freerks opened the public hearing. Seeing no one, Freerks closed the public hearing. Signs moved to defer item REZ18-00002 an application submitted by Ross Nusserfor a rezoning of approximately 1.89 acres from Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential (OPD/RM-12) zone to Low Density Multifamily Residential (RM - 12) zone for the property located at 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road. Parsons seconded. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00011): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 715 West Park Road as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Miklo began by stating the next seven items are nominations Historic Preservation Overlay zoning to designate properties as historic landmarks. Before the Commission discusses each specific property Miklo made a few comments that pertain to them as a group for the Commission to keep in mind. He will then speak to each property individually as they move through the agenda. As noted the City's Comprehensive Plan is a guide to development of the City. The Commission works with it on a regular basis to help shape the form of new development as the community grows. Additionally the plan also supports conservation of natural areas and neighborhoods. The Comprehensive Plan also includes a Historic Preservation component that calls for the identification of historic buildings and neighborhoods that are important to the City's past. The Historic Preservation Commission does this work by studying buildings and gathering information about their history. Once historic buildings are identified the Plan calls for protecting Planning and Zoning Commission April 2, 2018 — Work Session Page 2 of 6 Freerks asked about the proposal, and the underground parking and the outdoor plaza. Walz said that will likely be patio space. Freerks noted that the best view from that property is the back and perhaps that is where the outdoor plaza should be. Parsons asked if the building was two or three stories. There was an indication that it would be limited to two but some of the pictures show three. Walz said staff has not had a chance to have a conversation with the applicant to clarify, her sense is that the photos they submitted are examples of possible designs. Freerks noted she hopes the applicant has design images to show on Thursday to the Commission. Miklo stated the applicant expressed a concern regarding the expense of drawing up a design plan with the uncertainty of when the rezoning would be approved. Miklo felt the bigger concern for the Commission and Council should be the relocation. Walz added that staff felt if the applicant is unsure of what exactly they wanted to build, if they could at least present footprints of how they would arrange the lot, a concept of how many units they would propose, etc. REZONING ITEM (REZ17-00015): Discussion of an application submitted by Cardinal Pointe West, LLC for a rezoning of approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP) zone to Low Density Multifamily (RM -12) zone for the property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road. Miklo recalled one of the concerns of the Commission at the last meeting were the buffer from the Highway 218 and the applicant has submitted a new plan. When the City rewrote the Subdivision Code in 2008 they did research and looked at HUD and DOT guidelines about residential development near highways and of course the farther you get away, the better, and there is also a decibel level that is considered acceptable through HUD (for financing). So that is when the 300 foot buffer was created, from research as to that being where the noise level begins to drop off. The other concern is the fumes, the closer one lives to the highway the more carcinogens one is exposed to. So those are the rationales for the City's guideline of 300 feet buffer. Hektoen added that this situation is similar to the last one, it is not required by zoning for this situation to have the 300 foot buffer (it is not a subdivision), however again the Commission can the Commission can impose conditions to meet public need imposed by the rezoning. Freerks stated this is exactly a situation where they would apply such a condition as a principle. Miklo clarified that the 300 feet is measured from the right-of-way of Highway 218. He stated that the applicant has submitted a new plan to address the concerns of the Commission. Previously the one building was 35 feet from the property line and approximately 190 feet from Highway 218 and the new plan shows that building 67 feet from the property line and about 230 feet from Highway 218. In moving the building back 30 feet they then were also able to provide a landscaping buffer on their property, not partially in the city right-of-way as previously shown. The City Forrester had voiced a concern regarding being responsible for maintaining trees in that location. Additionally moving the tree buffers 30 feet places them higher on the lot and better Planning and Zoning Commission April 2, 2018 — Work Session Page 3 of 6 able to buffer Miklo stated to achieve the greater setback the applicant basically cut off the ends of the buildings and took that square footage and added it to a fourth floor to two of the buildings, one building will remain only three floors. Miklo added that the Zoning Code allows for the maximum height of the building to be increased because they have increased the front, side and rear setbacks. In this situation, with the increased setbacks proposed on this plan, building A may have a maximum height of 64 feet; it is proposed to be approximately 50 feet tall. Building B is allowed a height of 58 feet; it is proposed to be approximately 60 feet tall. Building C is allowed a height of 50 feet; it is proposed to be approximately 60 feet tall. The result is a 2 foot height increase above what is allowed in the RM -12 zone for building B and a 10 foot height increase for building C. Therefore, the applicant is requesting approval of a Planned Development Overlay (OPD) to allow buildings B and C to be increased in height. Miklo noted the criteria for review of a Planned Development Overlay are listed in the staff memo and noted that staff is still reviewing the recently submitted OPD plan and hopes to present additional comments at the April 5 meeting. Freerks asked if the number of total units remains the same from the old plan to the new. Miklo said there are two additional units added with the additional floor. Miklo noted the other concern of the Commission was the usable open space for residents and the applicant has addressed that by adding four deck structures that would provide outdoor space overlooking the pond that is located to the north of this property. A sidewalk is proposed to provide a pedestrian connection between the buildings and the deck space. Freerks asked about the criteria for the Planned Development Overlay noting that Section 14-3A- 4 of the zoning code allows consideration of variations in the dimensional requirements including building height in order to facilitate the provision of desired neighborhood amenities or open space and if the criteria reviewed addresses that. Miklo said it is a subjective call that the Commission makes to ensure it will be a livable neighborhood. Freerks is concerned because she feels the application is just meeting the minimum standards and wants to make sure the Commission has some leeway to set guidelines the Planned Development Overlay must meet. Miklo noted the only other way to meet the standards is for the applicant to lose parts of the buildings and number of units. Freerks noted that Section 14-3A-4 of the zoning code states: desired neighborhood amenities or open space; to preserve or protect natural, historic, or cultural features; to achieve compatibility with surrounding development; or to create a distinctive or innovative neighborhood environment. Signs asked how many stories were the Village Cooperative building and the building on Camp Cardinal Boulevard. Miklo was unsure, but knew the Village Cooperative building to the north was at least three stories with underground parking. The building is actually in Coralville. Martin reiterated that again these areas (here and also the Prairie Du Chien application) are at entrances to Iowa City and should be maintained and kept at a certain level. She doesn't feel this proposal speaks to her in a way that shows what the community gains from this development, does it fill a need, will it enhance the entrance to Iowa City. Hensch does feel it will fulfill a need, if someone is a commuter to Cedar Rapids, this area is Planning and Zoning Commission April 2, 2018 — Work Session Page 4 of 6 ideal for access to Highway 218. He also noted that when the quarry is abandoned in the future the land will be dedicated to the County and used for recreation so that area will be nice for residents. Hensch agrees it is a very difficult parcel to develop, but he feels it fills a niche for commuters, and it is their obligation to make it as healthful as they can given people will know they are moving in next to Highway 218. The Commissions role is to mitigate sound, health hazards, try to make some amenities for people that live there. He doesn't see this a long-term housing for people, more a year or two until they transition to something else. It can be a pleasant experience for them, there are a lot of trees in the area with a view of the pond, it is just next to a major highway. Freerks noted her concern is that it seems applicants are always just meeting the minimums or asking for exceptions and while there are checks and balances in place for such requests it seems like they are asking and need more accommodations and she doesn't feel this application creates a distinctive and innovative environment or protects a cultural or historical feature as called for OPD zoning waivers. She is concerned they are always setting precedents, if they approve an application for one, what's to say they don't do this for everyone and that is why they have standards and exceptions to the standards, but now they are creating exceptions to the exceptions of the standards. Hensch agrees there isn't any cultural or historical about the area but what they can do is be innovative by how the buildings appear. People will drive by this every day and may say "those are cool buildings" because it will be visible from the highway. The Commission can require a more innovative design due to the location and visibility. Theobald agrees with Freerks and would like to see the applicant needs to bring the proposal up to better standards. Parsons agreed, he would like to see a better building design and something distinctive. Miklo asked the Commission how they felt about the outdoor deck areas, if it was sufficient. Freerks feels it is better, it is still minimal. Martin agreed, it is an effort. Signs would like to see sketches to make sure they are child -safe. Hektoen asked about the setback from Highway 218 and if the Commission felt that and the landscaping buffer was sufficient. Freerks said having the tree buffer on the applicant's property rather than the city right-of-way was a good start. However, the added height may affect the ability to buffer the noise. Hensch suggested that if the Commission approves the added building height, perhaps they can require more mature tree plantings so residents won't have to wait 15 years to get something out of the trees. Martin asked about the fire truck lanes. Miklo said there must be a surface where a fire truck can park to fight a fire and the one building did not meet that requirement so a lane was added. Signs feels that the layout does preserve a lot of the woodland trees and the applicant should be given credit for that. Theobald questions how much of the woodland will be damaged or removed once they get in there and start doing construction. Oaks have very shallow roots and could be damaged by a large truck running over it. She added that construction fences often damage trees, the barrier levels for fences and construction vehicles are often insufficient to Planning and Zoning Commission April 2, 2018 —Work Session Page 5 of 6 protect the trees. Signs proposed the developer looking at making that fire lane from a mesh like concrete substance that would allow grass to grow as well to keep that area green. Miklo said he would check with the Fire Marshall to ask about such options. Adjournment: Martin moved to adjourn. Signs seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 7-0. MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION APRIL 5, 2018-7:00 PM —FORMAL MEETING E M M A J. HARVAT HALL, CITY HALL PRELIMINARY MEMBERS PRESENT: Ann Freerks, Mike Hensch, Phoebe Martin, Max Parsons, Mark Signs, Jodie Theobald MEMBERS ABSENT: Carolyn Dyer, STAFF PRESENT: Sara Hektoen, Bob Miklo, Sarah Walz OTHERS PRESENT: Brian Vogel, Jason Walton, Ross Nusser, Ray Anderson, Laureen Ipsen, Bob Guyer, Marsha Anderson, Nancy Purington, Curt Moore, Sara Barron RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL: By a vote of 6-0 the Commission recommends approval of REZ18-00002 an application submitted by Ross Nusser for a rezoning of approximately 1.89 acres from Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family (OPD/RS-12) zone to Low Density Multifamily (RM -12) zone for the property located at 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road with the following conditions: (1) Relocation assistance minimum of $1000 and nine months to find new housing; (2) two story limit on buildings; (3) design review; (4) outdoor amenities and; (5) Cap on three bedroom units of 30%. By a vote of 6-0 the Commission recommends approval of SUB18-00007 an application submitted by The City of Iowa City for a preliminary plat of Iowa City Industrial Campus, a 173 -acre, 3 -lot industrial subdivision with 3-outlots located at 420th Street, west of Taft Avenue. CALL TO ORDER: Freerks called the meeting to order at 7 00 PM, PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA: None. --j REZONING ITEM (REZ17-00015): Discussion of an application submitted by Cardinal Pointe West, LLC for a rezoning of approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (I DRP) zone to Low Density Multifamily (RM -12) zone for the property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road. Miklo noted the Commission received a revised plan in the packet mailing as well as revised elevation drawings via email. The plan has been modified to increase the setback from Duck Creek Road and Highway 218. The setback was previously 35 feet and it is now 65-67 feet which Planning and Zoning Commission April 5, 2018 Page 2 of 13 makes the closest point from the buildings 230 feet from the edge of the right-of-way of Highway 218. In order to accomplish the greater setback, the applicant has added a floor to each of the two northern buildings. Miklo explained the Zoning Code does allow additional height for greater setback to a point, however this building as proposed would still be 10 feet above what would be allowed by that exception. Therefore the applicant has amended the application to include a Planned Development Overlay, which does allow the City Council, upon the Commission recommendation, to waive dimensional standards including height. Miklo noted the applicant also amended the plan to include four deck areas that are adjacent to the pond on the north side of the property. Larger decks, with the greatest dimension of 40 feet on the two corners and then two smaller decks. Miklo did share with the applicant the Commission concerns regarding more details or amenities for those areas and the applicant then submitted an illustration showing a gazebo-type structure that would be included on the larger decks. Miklo also shared the Commission concerns about the elevation drawings and need to address this development as the first thing one would see when entering Iowa City off Highway 218. Miklo also discussed with the Fire Marshall the possibility of using grass creek or pervious pavers in the areas for fire access only. The Fire Marshall is open to that possibility but would want to see a specific plan showing how it would be engineered to accommodate the load of an emergency vehicle. Miklo also shared with the applicant the idea of prairie plantings in some of the area of the right-of- way. He discussed that with the Public Works Department, and they were receptive of that idea. There was also discussion of the possibility of larger trees at the time of planting being mixed in, not all of them because a smaller tree will grow faster and be healthier for the long term. Finally, as discussed all along, Miklo stated there would be a Conditional Zoning Agreement that would specify use of sound deadening materials (such as laminate windows and masonry construction). Freerks opened the public hearing. Brian Vogel (Hall & Hall Engineers, Inc.) stated that for all the additional requests the Commission asked for during the work session the applicant is willing to make those changes. Freerks said that part of the changes was building design. Vogel said they are willing to make some modifications to the building, they will work with the architect. Perhaps they did not understand the magnitude of design changes the Commission was expecting or requesting. As far as the trees, the applicant is willing to plant larger mature trees, they will do pervious pavers where the fire access locations are, and do the prairie plantings in the right-of-way. Theobald reiterated her concerns from a previous meeting regarding some of the evergreens species that were selected. Vogel replied that the applicant is open to any species that are requested. Freerks noted the Commission is focusing in on this application due to the request for additional height. There is already a waiver and now there is an additional exception of 10 feet of added height beyond the waiver. She added that the new setbacks are further than before, but still not 300 feet from the right-of-way of Highway 218. She noted that a buffer from the highway is in the Comprehensive Plan but not a zoning requirement, however since they are requesting a Planned Development Overlay the 300 foot setback can be required. She feels that this development is trying to push in a density of units into a space not suited for that density. Quoting from the OPD section of the zoning code if waivers are to be granted, there needs to be a facilitation of desired Planning and Zoning Commission April 5, 2018 Page 3 of 13 neighborhood amenities or open space; to preserve or protect natural, historic, or cultural features; to achieve compatibility with surrounding development; or to create a distinctive or innovative neighborhood environment. Those reasons are why the Commission is requesting an improved building design. She noted the problem is when they don't have anything set regarding design standards, they have seen other cases where overtime design gets watered down and developed and built at a lower standard. Freerks is hesitant about this application without seeing any guarantee. Miklo stated that with a Planned Development Overlay a building plan is approved along with the site plan. Miklo said there is a building plan, but Freerks acknowledged that the Commission doesn't have the building plan shows the building design elements the Commission has discussed. Vogel stated the building is designed with high standard materials, expensive stone work and other materials, it will be a nice building. With regards to the height, the three-story building will actually look taller than the four story buildings due to landscape elevations. Vogel noted the owner is willing to work with the City on every request, as they have been doing so. Freerks noted the applicant has not given them everything they asked for, commissioners had requested a better building design and have not seen that. Vogel said there needs to be more specifics on what a "better building design" entails. Theobald noted that this current design looks like every other apartment building in town, they are trying to embrace the "distinctive and innovative' key words from the Code. Martin added that this development is along a major highway and an entrance to Iowa City so they are looking for something that makes a positive statement or impact. Hensch acknowledged that the applicant is trying to do everything the Commission is asking, and he feels they are very close but in exchange for the approval of the height variation there are criteria that need to be met. Yes, the building looks like it will be made with quality materials, but the "distinctive and innovative" design is not being shown. Freerks stated that another option is for the applicant to lower the density of the development, then they wouldn't need the variation on height and the Planned Development Overlay criteria. Vogel noted a frustration because with the first plan there wasn't the added height, but it was requested to try to get further away from Highway 218. Therefore, they have comeback with a design with the added distance, but to do so they also needed to add height. Hektoen stated there has been an articulated public need to negate the sound and pollution effects of being close to the interstate. The Commission has the right, the power, granted by State law to impose conditions that are in addition to the Zoning Code that are intended to meet those public needs. So even though the 300 -foot setback requirement isn't a Zoning Code requirement, it doesn't mean it isn't very important or that there aren't public needs created by putting a building up this close to the interstate. Vogel stated the applicant understands and agrees that the distance and the need to negate issues is important and that is why they agreed to using the higher end, sound deadening, materials. Miklo asked for a clarification on what materials will be used. Planning and Zoning Commission April 5, 2018 Page 4 of 13 Jason Walton (Walton Builders) stated the building is 2x6 constructed with a masonry product, they will also use a blow-in insulation product that will be of greater sound deafening, the windows are spec'd out for sound mitigation, the same windows that were used in the Hodge building on Rohret Road. The stone is a manufactured stone, there is a building in Coralville constructed of the same product. For the interior, it will contain the sound protection between walls and floors and all the fire code items met. On the exterior there is a vinyl siding on the upper floors and some of the area around the windows is a mason panel. Freerks appreciates this is slowly moving along however wants the applicant to understand what they are trying to achieve here. Walton noted that it is hard to see from architectural drawings, he has built hundreds of houses that all turn out spectacular even if the drawings weren't. He personally feels this building is designed nicely and they are trying to keep this development in the affordability range, they have already gone above and beyond what they were originally anticipating, they have added additional stonework, beefed up the landscaping significantly, and need to keep some of the budget for other challenges that may arise. He noted this is a challenging site to work on, and they have internally been going back and forth on what design looks better (flat roof versus pitched), etc. Freerks appreciates that and noted that it is not up to the Commission to design the building, which is not their forte. She stated again if they remove some density to the project, all these issues go away. Martin feels they are close and acknowledged the applicant has done some of the things that the Commission has asked. Walton stated that their interest (the applicants) is the same, it is in their interest to have a very nice building so people will want to live there, and he is just struggling with what the Commission wants specifically. Miklo asked the Commission about the apartment building that was recently built on Rohret Road, also adjacent to Highway 218, if they felt that was distinctive. The Commission agreed it is an attractive building. Walton stated that one of the concepts the applicant had considered, was similar to that, but it was changed to have a hipped roof, trying give the buildings more neighborhood feel. Freerks suggested Walton work with staff and they can help guide them in the right direction. Walton noted he would like to keep this moving forward. Signs asked his fellow commissioners if they are down to the design of the building. He wants to give the applicant the right direction since they have asked at the last three meetings for additional things. Parsons agreed he is fine with everything except the design of the building. Freerks agreed. Theobald asked to see more of the detail on landscaping and species of trees. Miklo asked the applicant if they would agree to defer this until the April 19 meeting and Walton agreed. Freerks closed the public hearing. Hensch moved to defer REZ17-00015 until the April 19 meeting. Martin seconded the motion. Planning and Zoning Commission April 5, 2018 Page 5 of 13 A vote was taken and the motion carried 6-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00002): Discussion of an application submitted by Ross Nusserfor a rezoning of approximately 1.89 acres from Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential (OPD/RM-12) zone to Low Density Multifamily Residential (RM -12) zone for the property located at 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road. Walz noted that before the meeting Staff distributed a letter they received from one of the neighbors regarding this development. She stated that the Commission discussed the rezoning two meetings ago and the Commission had requested a couple of things. First requested was a better sense of what was being proposed and then also a baseline for a relocation plan for current residents. Walz reiterated how they got to this point. The North District Plan, when written, contemplated that the current mobile home park might one day go away and there was a desire expressed in the Comprehensive Plan to maintain a diversity of housing so it contemplated a small apartment building would be appropriate at this location, particularly when Foster Road extension was completed. The Comprehensive Plan talks about the Foster Road extension making possible a greater variety and a greater density within the neighborhood. When the Commission reviewed the Foster Road rezoning it was discussed that the models looked at for transportation would provide some cross -connectivity that might alleviate the traffic south of Foster Road on Prairie Du Chien. Therefore, the applicant has proposed a development with a 24 -unit apartment building in two parts, with most of the parking underground, they have provided a setback from the adjacent single-family property to the south, with an exterior playground area. It was noted in the neighborhood meetings the desire that this property be somewhere that invited longer-term residents, including families. The other issue Walz noted was the proposal for relocation assistance which the applicant will have to speak to. Freerks asked if there were any waivers or special issues with this application. Walz replied that it is not an Overlay Development Plan like the previous application. Freerks asked if the Commission would see this application again, or if the design would just be approved by Staff. Miklo confirmed that was the case unless the Commission conditioned the approval. Freerks opened the public hearing Ross Nusser (250 Holiday Road, Coralville) is the applicant and can discuss the relocation plan. They have not worked out all the specific nor been in contact with the residents since the last meeting, they are willing to commit to $1,000 in relocation benefits to each resident who is in the trailer park. They are also willing to offer a minimum of nine months for relocation after the approval of rezoning. With regards to the design, the plan they are showing tonight is just conceptual as there are still discussions with regards to the other parcel and what the City or neighboring residents might want or desire there, perhaps a driveway that connects to Foster Road. He noted that they are trying to appease so many different people so it is not easy. They did review the North Side District Plan Planning and Zoning Commission April 16, 2018 — Work Session Page 5 of 9 __�> REZONING ITEM (REZ17-00015): Discussion of an application submitted by Cardinal Pointe West, LLC for a rezoning of approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP) zone to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Multifamily (OPD/RM-12) zone for the property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road. Miklo stated the applicant submitted a couple of concept illustrations of what the buildings could look like. They went from the 40 unit buildings with the gable/hip roof to one with flat roofs and modular changes in the building fagade. The applicant is proposing three buildings with three different stone/brick colors for distinction. Theobald asked if the siding is vinyl siding. Miklo is unsure of the material but it is some sort of manufactured masonry product. One of the goals is more sound deadening materials due to the proximity to the highway so the Commission can specify what materials are used. Miklo also stated he confirmed that fire department is open to using pervious pavers or grass creek in the fire lanes if it is engineered to support fire trucks. The applicant is also working on identifying tree species to use in the buffer that aren't susceptible to fungus or disease. He also added there would be some gazebos on the deck areas, the whole area would not be covered but some of the area would. Freerks suggested the top windows of the buildings to be taller perhaps to break up the design. Otherwise she feels this is the right direction. Signs is glad to see each building distinctive with color Miklo stated the applicant should have plans complete for the meeting Thursday but the Commission may still want/need to place some conditions in the conditional zoning agreement that the applicant generally follow the concept plan, the landscaping plan be approved by the City Forrester, and the Fire Marshall and City Engineer approve the design of the fire lanes. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00014): Discussion of an application submitted by 100-500 LLC, for a rezoning of approximately 3.41 acres from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) zone to Riverfront Crossings - South Downtown Subdistrict (RFC -SD) zone located at 12 E. Court Street. Miklo stated this property is currently RM -44 which is high density multi -family, there are approximately 95-100 apartment units in the complex. The complex was built after Urban Renewal and at the time Capital Street was closed to traffic. The Riverfront Crossings Plan calls for reopening Capital Street, and also calls for high density and possibility student housing in this area. This area is identified as appropriate for student housing because it is immediately adjacent to campus and the Code provides a bonus for student housing. A concept plan was included in the Commissioner's packets showing how the street would be reopened, and a maximum foot print of what could be built there, no actual design has been drafted. The building would have stepbacks after a certain level and there would be some usable open rooftop area. Planning and Zoning Commission April 19, 2018 Page 21 of 25 Signs is looking at the footprints of the buildings and doesn't recall these great concerns from the previous meetings when they did the Comprehensive Plan Amendment about the general concept of what would be going in this area. Martin expressed one of the things she sees missing is the transition style of housing, there are townhomes on Mackinaw Drive, then the manufactured houses and then large apartment complexes which with the original plan there were townhouses transitioning into the modular homes then over to multifamily and commercial. Signs also noted that while they are asking for waivers on the lot sizes, there were more homes shown in the original plan than are being shown now. Freerks noted those homes shown in the Comprehensive Plan amendment concept plan weren't possible, they were a fantasy. Signs also stated that the Algonquin Road extension has been part of the plan since day one, the goal of the City has been to find an alternate route out of this area. Freerks agrees with that but also want to see the connection at Flint Drive. Signs concurs. He noted he drove out to that area this evening prior to the meeting and encourages all others on the Commission to do the same. Freerks reiterated the Commission needs a corrected plan to be able to comment and move forward. They need to see traffic studies, stormwater management plans, elevations, building materials, landscaping, lightening, signage, screening, etc. She would like to see a large park area added, and for everyone to be able to keep their sense of community. Martin discussed the possibility of flipping the location of the gas station, she is curious which would have more light and sound pollution, a gas station or a drive-thru restaurant. Signs concurred he would like to see the 23-plex disappear and see more green space and play space for the families that will live there. Parsons added he likes the clustering, he also would like to see more green space and street connectivity. Otherwise there are so many moving parts right now it is hard to really dig into. Hensch stated he is generally fine with the density, with regards to the manufactured housing he is not interested in reducing it from the minimum requirements, it is important for people to have space, and definitely need more green space and play space in that area, and definitely need the interconnectivity of the roads. Parsons asked about Foster Road and if there were calming features on that road. Miklo said on the western area in the Peninsula but not on the eastern portion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 7-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ17-00015): Discussion of an application submitted by Cardinal Pointe West, LLC for a rezoning of approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP) zone to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Multifamily (OPD/RM-12) zone for the property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road. Miklo noted they received updated plans and shared them with the Commission and showed the Planning and Zoning Commission April 19, 2018 Page 22 of 25 images looking at the property from the intersection of Deer Creek Road and Camp Cardinal Boulevard, noting the trees that will be preserved. The southern building would be three stories high, the two northern buildings appear four stories each on the north side and be five stories on the back where the parking structure is due to the slope. Miklo stated the buildings will have flat roofs so technically they are shorter and previous proposals, additionally they will be three different shades of stone. Miklo asked if the Commission also wanted the siding of the buildings to be different colors. Freerks said it would be nice, and others agreed. Miklo said that could be added to the Conditional Zoning Agreement. Next Miklo discussed the revised buffer plan and will recommend that the City Forrester must approve the landscaping plan before installation. Staff is recommending approval of REZ17-00015 with the following conditions: • Sound mitigation provided through a plan from an acoustical engineer to be approved prior to the issuance of a building permit for the two buildings within 300 feet of Highway 218. • To maintain dust control from Deer Creek Road. • Substantial compliance with the site plan, including the decks adjacent to the stormwater pond. • Fire lane only areas would be pervious surface, approved by the Fire Marshall. • City Forrester approval of landscaping. • General conformance with submitted drawings with different color siding for each building. Freerks opened the public hearing. Jason Walton (Walton Builders) addressed the siding colors and said the drawings do not reflect the variations. There are two different siding colors on the side of the buildings with the decks. He noted that the siding material will likely be a real wood or wood -appearance looking. That may be a challenge with the color choices. Freerks said they could just work with staff on that and come up with a good solution. Miklo said they can drop the condition of different color siding. Freerks closed the public hearing. Hensch moved to recommend approval of REZ17-00015 an application submitted by Cardinal Pointe West, LLC for a rezoning of approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP) zone to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Multifamily (OPD/RM-12) zone for the property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road with the following conditions: • Sound mitigation provided through a plan from an acoustical engineer to be approved prior to the issuance of a building permit for the two buildings within 300 feet of Highway 218. • To maintain dust control from Deer Creek Road. • Substantial compliance with the site plan, including the decks adjacent to the stormwater pond. • Fire lane only areas would be pervious surface, approved by the Fire Marshall. • City Forrester approval of landscaping. • General conformance with submitted drawings of building plans. Parsons seconded the motion. Planning and Zoning Commission April 19, 2018 Page 23 of 25 Freerks thanked the applicant for being patient through this process and thinks the end product will be wonderful and a nice area for the residents that will rent easily. Parsons noted it is a challenging piece of property to develop on and he feels the changes that have been made in this process make this application strong. A vote was taken and the motion carried 7-0. REZONING ITEM 1REZ18-000141: Discussion of an application submitted by 100-500 LLC, for a rezoning of approximately 3.41 acres from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) zone to Riverfront Crossings - South Downtown Subdistrict (RFC -SD) zone located at 12 E. Court Street. Due to the late hour of the meeting Miklo did not deliver the whole staff report, it is online for anyone that wants to read it. Staff is recommending approval with the condition that the right-of- way to reopen Capitol Street be dedicated to the City and the applicant build or install the street to the specifications of the City Engineer. The direction of the street at this time is it will be open to traffic and not limited to a pedestrian street. The applicant would install the streetscape improvements as called for in the Riverfront Crossings Plan for Burlington and Court Streets. Additionally the affordable housing requirements Riverfront Crossings must be included in the Conditional Zoning Agreement. Miklo noted the applicant has indicated they will be seeking a bonus for additional stories on the buildings, possibility 15 floors, and the Commission had indicated a desire to see that design so that could be a condition placed on this rezoning. Freerks said she is interested in seeing the design of this project given the large scale and as she feels there needs to be usable indoor and outdoor spaces. Freerks opened the public hearing Rob Decker (HBK Engineering) stated that this application will require a level two design approval so there will be a packet of information supplied to the City and he feels it does make sense to come back before Planning and Zoning. Decker confirmed they will be applying for height credits, they will get a lot of it from the right-of-way transfer. They will work with Public Works on parking options, and also address the pedestrian access required along Burlington Street and their intent is to do a full streetscape in the area. It will all be shown in the design packet submitted. Freerks noted she does want to see Capitol Street open to traffic and not just pedestrians due to all the deliveries that will go to these new buildings and need for vehicle unloading area (not on Burlington Street). Signs noted he is hopeful to see a dynamic design of this project, it is a premier piece of property. Freerks agrees and hopes to see green spaces and areas for activities. Freerks closed the public hearing. Hensch moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00004 a n application submitted by 100- 500 LLC, for a rezoning of approximately 3.41 acres from High Density Multi -Family Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 3196-5240 (REZ17-00015) O m =EC-) s Ordinance No. D� r An ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 7. q acres /wqm Interim Development Research Development Park (FWPfzoqVo Planned Development Overlay/Low Density MultifaAily (PPD/RM- 12) zone located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and eagi of Deer Creek Road. (REZ17-00015) Whereas, the applica�tt, Cardinal Pointe West, LLC, has requested a rezoning of property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard end east of Deer Creek Road from Interim Development Research Development Park (ID -RP) to Planned Dev§(Opment Overlay/Low Density Multifonily (OPD/RM-12); and Whereas, the Comprehen iye Plan indicates that this area i$ appropriate for clustered development to protect environmentally sensitive f tures; and Whereas, the Planning and Xoning Commission determined that it complies with the Oemprehensive Plan need for buffering from Highway 218 an"uilding and site Whereas, Iowa Code §414.5 (2017)\provides that conditions on granting a rezoning request, over and ab needs caused by the requested change; and Whereas, the owner and applicant has agreed that th the terms and conditions of the Conditional Zoning A� development in this area of the city. has the reviewed the proposed rezoning and pro ided that it meets conditions addressing the desi n appropriate for an entry to Iowa City; and the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable o4 existing regulations, in order to satisfy public property shall be developed in accordance with ement attached hereto to ensure appropriate Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I Approval. Subject to the Conditional/Zoning Agreement attached hereto and incorporated herein, property described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of Interim Development Research Development Park (ID -RP f to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Multifamily (OPD/RM-12): PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUART R OF THE SOUTHEAST,QUARTER AND PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTFJEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 19 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST OF THE 5T" PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA AS RECORDED IN BOOK 56, PAGE 40 IN THE OFFICE OF HE JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA RECORDER. SAID PARCEL CONTAINS 7.84 ACRES, SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD. Section II. Zoning Mao. The building official is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publication of the ordinance as approved by law. Section III. Conditional Zoning Agreement. The mayor is hereby authorized and directed to sign, and the City Clerk attest, the Conditional Zoning Agreement between the property owner(s) and the City, following passage and approval of this Ordinance. Section IV. Certification And Recording. Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance, and record the same in the Office of the County Recorder, Johnson County, Iowa, at the Owner's expense, upon the final passage, approval and publication of this ordinance, as provided by law. Section V. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section VI. 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. Ordinance No. Page 2 Section VII. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of 20 MAYOR ATTEST Approves City Attoi ra 0 O n m = a n nn :4n r <r-� rn m zEx D v o Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 356-5240 (REZ17-00015) Conditional Zoning Agreement This agreement is made between the City of Iowa City, Iowa, a municipal corporation (hereinafter "City") and Cardinal Pointe West, LLC (hereinafter "Owner"). Whereas, Owner is the legal title holder of approximately 'x.84 acres of property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road; and Whereas, the Owner has requested the rezoning of said property from Interim Development—Research Development Park (ID -RP) to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Multifamily (OPD/RM-12); and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has determined that, with appropriate conditions regarding sound mitigation for Highway 218, dust control for Deer Creek Road, pervious surfaces for fire lanes, approval of landscaping plan, and substantial compliance with site and building plans, the requested zoning is Consistent with the Comprehensive Plan; and Whereas, Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) provides that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoning request, over and above existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested change; and Whereas, the Owner acknowledges that certain conditions and restrictions are reasonable to ensure the development of the property is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the need for mitigation of highway noise and dust from Deer Creek Road, appropriate landscaping and outdoor open space, pervious s, aces for fire lanes, and complianU with site and building plans; and 1 C:) v� a Whereas, the Owner agrees to develop this property in accordance 1!vyth�thermEMV conditions of a Conditional Zoning Agreement.� — r— �rn m Now, therefore, in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein, thPrkartie3=agr e�s follows: ZE 0 1. Cardinal Pointe West, LLC is the legal title holder of the property legally described as PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER AND PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 19 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST OF THE 5T" PRtNCIPAL MERIDIAN, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA AS RECORDED IN BOOK 56, PAGE 40 IN THE OFFICE OF THE JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA RECORDER. SAID PARCEL CONTAINS 7.84 ACRES, SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD. The Owner acknowledges that the City wishes to ensure conformance to the principles of the Comprehensive 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. ppdedMagtlrW 7-00015M M 3. In consideration of the City's rezoning the subject property, Owner agrees that development of the subject property will conform to all other requirements of the zoning chapter, as well as the following conditions: a. Sound mitigation provided through a plan from an acoustical engineer must be approved prior to the issuance of a building permit for the two build ngs within 300 feet of Highway 21 Ek b. Dust control mus _be maintained for Deer Creek Road. c. Substantial compliance with the site plan, including the decks adjacent to the stormwater pond. d. Fire lane only areas m4st be constructed with a pervious surface, approved by the Fire Marshal. e. City Forrester must appro4e landscaping plan. f. General conformance with submitted drawings of building plans. 4. The Owner and City acknowledgk,that the conditions contained herein are reasonable conditions to impose on the Ian under Iowa Code §414.5 (2017), and that said conditions satisfy public needs that a caused by the requested zoning change. 5. The Owner and City acknowledge th �t - the event/ihe subject property is transferred, sold, redeveloped, or subdivided, all red elopm-M will conform with the terms of this Conditional Zoning Agreement. / The parties acknowledge that this Conditional 'oning Agreement shall be deemed to be a covenant running with the land and with title t ,the land, and shall remain in full force and effect as a covenant with title to the land, unless or until released of record by the City of Iowa City. The parties further acknowledge that this agreement sha,Il inure to the benefit of and bind all successors, representatives, and assigns of the parties, 7. The Owner acknowledges that nothing in this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be construed to relieve the Owner or Applicant from complying with all other applicable local, state, and federal regulations. 8. The parties agree that this Conditional Zoning Agreement shalt. be incorporated by reference into the ordinance rezoning the subject property, and thafwpon adoption and publication of the ordinance, this agreement shall be recorded in the\Johnson County Recorder's Office at the Applicant's expense. \` Dated this day of City of Iowa City Jim Throgmorton, Mayor Attest: ppdsdMegt/ az17-00015=.dm rM N O Qm n D� = � C-) i r - By: <m o� z 0 D O (n Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk Approved by: City Attorney's Office City Of Iowa City Acknowledgement: STATE OF IOWA ) ) ss: JOHNSON COUNTY ) By: This instrument was acknowledged befere me on / 20_ by Jim Throgmorton and Kellie Fruehling as Mayor ari� City Clerk, respectively, of the City of Iowa City. Corporate Acknowledgement: STATE OF IOWA ) ) ss: JOHNSON COUNTY ) Notary Public in and for the State of low. 0 r (Stamp or Seal) v� w a Title (and nk) -<� m -o rn \ � � 0 � o cn This instrument was acknowledged before me on 20_ by as of , Inc. I Notary Public in and for said County and State (Stamp or Seal) Title (and Rank) Cardinal Pointe West, LLC Acknowledgment: State of _ County of ppdadrrVagVrez17-MO15 va.dm This record was acknowledged before me on (Date) by (Name(s) of individual(s) as (type of authority, such as officer or trustee) of (name of party on behalf of whom record was executed). ,- Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa (Stamp or Seal) Title (and Rank) My coil miss n expires: ppdadm/agVrez19-00015 v .dm N O C n �— m a <M m a D o to Rezoning Item REZ17-00015 Discussion of an application submitted by Cardinal Pointe West, LLC for a rezoning of approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (ID -RP) zone to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Multifamily (OPD/RM-12) zone for the property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road. REZ17-00015 The Grove e�. 4 fA Prepared Bv: Sylvia Br hner Date Prepared-. February 2018 S kx L C .'Fx° -.�J.. °� a �r _.k �: [§:, yj � t. 3Y` �`�.'.� -. ��._� � w,--��-_ -_.� ,�N � � .. �. � I Y �i ;�I �. i � y � �^ i � � \�__-� _- r-� � The Grove - Perspectives FUSION ARCH IT EC T S. INC. 04/19/2018 nil II Fill �i ' � �., - •1'�'�I1 0'4'111® _ an '� rn�^^ ;, � � A v The Grove - Perspectives 4 :Ah. FUSION ARCHITECTS. INC. 04/19/2018 05-15-18 6b To: Planning and Zoning Commission Item: REZ18-00014 GENERAL INFORMATION: STAFF REPORT Prepared by: Bob Miklo and Sylvia Bochner Date: April 19, 2018 Applicant: 100-500 LLC PO Box 3047 Iowa City, IA 52244 Contact: Jeff Clark 355 S. Gilbert Street Iowa City, IA 52240 319-631-1867 jeffmc@yahoo.com Requested Action: Purpose: Location: Size: Existing Land Use and Zoning: Surrounding Land Use and Zoning: Comprehensive Plan: Neighborhood Open Space District: File Date: Rezone to Riverfront Crossings - South Downtown Subdistrict To allow for redevelopment of multi -family housing 12 E. Court Street 3.41 acres Multi -family residential, RM -44 North: University building and Public parking ramp (P-1 and P-2) South: Johnson County Courthouse and parking (P-1 and P-2) East: Voxman Music Building and Multi- family residential (P-2 and RFC -SD) West: University building and Multi -family residential (P-2 and RFC -SD) Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan C7 - Near Southside March 22, 2018 45 Day Limitation Period: May 6, 2018 2 BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The applicant, 100-500 LLC, is requesting rezoning from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) to Riverfront Crossings—South Downtown District (RFC -SD) for 3.41 acres of property located at 12 E. Court Street. The property currently contains the Pentecrest Garden apartment complex. The Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan was adopted in 2013 as an element of the City's Comprehensive Plan. One of the goals of the Master Plan was to adopt a form -based zoning code for the Riverfront Crossings District that would facilitate the redevelopment of properties according to the adopted vision. In 2014, a form -based zoning code for Riverfront Crossings was adopted. The subject property is located between Burlington Street and Court Street. As part of the proposed rezoning, the applicant plans to dedicate right-of-way for Capitol Street to reopen this street, which was closed as an urban renewal project. The applicant has indicated that they have chosen not to use the "Good Neighbor Policy". ANALYSIS: Current and Proposed Zoning: The subject area is currently zone High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44), a zone intended for the development of high density, multi -family dwellings and group living quarters. The maximum height in this zone is 35 feet. The current development on the subject property is an apartment complex in four buildings, which contains 96 units. The proposed zone, Riverfront Crossings—South Downtown District, is intended for high intensity mixed use development in buildings with active ground floor uses opening onto pedestrian friendly streetscapes. Buildings in this zone must be designed with facades along public sidewalks with parking and service areas located behind buildings in rear lot and midblock locations. This zone allows a variety of uses, including commercial and multi -family residential uses. The height for buildings in the South Downtown District is 8 stories with the possibility of 7 additional floors if bonus floors are granted for features that provide public benefit or further goals and objectives of the Master Plan. In the Riverfront Crossings zone, projects with residential uses are required to provide 10 square feet of useable open space per bedroom. This open space includes any open air, outdoor space shared by residents of the building, with a minimum width of 20 feet. Indoor activity space can count for up to 50% of the open space requirement. The submitted concept plan does not include information on the number of units or bedrooms in the proposed buildings, but it will need to comply with this open space requirement. The applicant has indicated that the open space will be provided in rooftop areas. The Riverfront Crossings zone requires that residential developments containing more than 10 units must provide affordable housing units equal to or greaterthan 10% of the total units. Alternatives to providing the required affordable housing within the development include payment of a fee to an affordable housing fund, off site affordable housing, or contribution of land. A signed affordable housing agreement will be required prior to City Council approval of the rezoning. F 3 Compliance with Comprehensive Plan: The Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan was adopted in January 2013 as an element of the City's Comprehensive Plan. The form -based zoning code for Riverfront Crossings is intended to help implement that vision and contains standards for building and parking placement, streetscape improvements, building form and design, and landscaping and open space requirements. The Master Plan specifically addresses the superblock bounded by Burlington Street, Court Street, Clinton Street, and Madison Street, in which the subject property is located. The plan calls for the extension of Capitol Street to connect Burlington Street and Court Street. The plan also states that this area is an appropriate site for student housing, due to its proximity to campus and the student recreation center. The Master Plan envisioned this property being combined with others in the area and redevelopment of apartment buildings surrounding internal courtyards. Because properties within this block have already redeveloped, the arrangement of buildings around an internal courtyard is no longer feasible. However, the proposed apartment buildings on either side of the extended Capitol Street complies with the broader goals of the Master Plan to increase connectivity and provide student housing close to campus. Compatibility with neighborhood: The surrounding properties are all zoned either Riverfront Crossings—South Downtown District or Public (P-1 or P-2). Neighboring properties include University facilities, such as the Voxman Music Building, the Johnson County Courthouse, apartment buildings, a gas station, and mixed-use buildings with commercial on the ground floor and apartments above. In staff's view, the proposed high- density multifamily residential use will be compatible with both existing and future land uses in the surrounding neighborhood. Traffic implications: As a condition of the rezoning the applicant has agreed to dedicate right-of-way to construct Capitol Street between Burlington Street and Court Street. This will improve vehicular and pedestrian connectivity in the area and supports a goal of the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. The Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan calls for streetscape enhancements along Burlington Street to make it a safe pedestrian route to and from campus. The plan calls for a 15' sidewalk and a 5' furnishing zone, which should contain pedestrian scale lighting, and landscaping such as trees, tall grasses, bollards and chain to create a buffer between the street and the pedestrian sidewalk. The landscape features should also be designed to discourage midblock pedestrian crossing. Given the increased density and pedestrian activity that will result from this development, staff recommends that installation of these improvements be a condition of the rezoning. Concept Plan: The applicant has submitted a concept' plan and illustrations of buildings that are similar in character to what he would like to construct. It should be noted that these illustrations are not actual designs for this property. The form -based code will require that the upperfloors be stepped back. Development on this propertywill require building design approval by the Staff Design Review Committee and City Council. The applicant has indicated that he will be seeking bonus height for right-of-way dedication. The concept plans shows Capitol Street as a two-lane street with parallel parking on each side. It is anticipated that the street will include turn lanes at the intersection with Burlington Street. There is also the possibility that the street will be designed as a H pedestrian street with limited or no access to vehicles. The design of the street will need to be approved by the City Engineer. The concept plan illustrates a maximum development foot -print, but the applicant has indicated that specific building design has not been created. The buildings will include parking within the buildings. Parking for the western building will be accessible from the alley located on the west side of the building. Parking for the eastern building will be accessible from Capitol Street or possibly Court Street (because the alley to the east is at a higher elevation, it may not be usable to provide access to underground parking). The applicant has indicated that these buildings will include roof top open space for the benefit of the residents. Summary: The proposed rezoning including the reopening of Capital Street complies with the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Plan. A specific plan has not been prepared for the property. If the applicant is to achieve the bonus height being requested a specific plan will need to be approved by City Council. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of REZ18-00014, a proposal to rezone approximately 3.41 acres of property located at 12 East Court Street from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM - 44) to Riverfront Crossings—South Downtown District (RFC -SD) subject to the following conditions: 1. The applicant will dedicate right of way to the City to reopen Capitol Street. 2. The developer will build the Capital Street to specifications approved by the City Engineer. 3. Applicant will install streetscape improvements to enhance, the pedestrian environment on Burlington Street and Court Streets, as discussed in the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. An affordable housing agreement will be required priorto the close of the City Council public hearing on this rezoning. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Location Map 2. 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Parsons noted it is a challenging piece of property to develop on and he feels the changes that have been made in this process make this application strong. A vote was taken and the motion carried 7-0. ---,4 REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00014): Discussion of an application submitted by 100-500 LLC, for a rezoning of approximately 3.41 acres from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) zone to Riverfront Crossings - South Downtown Subdistrict (RFC -SD) zone located at 12 E. Court Street. Due to the late hour of the meeting Miklo did not deliver the whole staff report, it is online for anyone that wants to read it. Staff is recommending approval with the condition that the right-of- way to reopen Capitol Street be dedicated to the City and the applicant build or install the street to the specifications of the City Engineer. The direction of the street at this time is it will be open to traffic and not limited to a pedestrian street. The applicant would install the streetscape improvements as called for in the Riverfront Crossings Plan for Burlington and Court Streets. Additionally the affordable housing requirements Riverfront Crossings must be included in the Conditional Zoning Agreement. Miklo noted the applicant has indicated they will be seeking a bonus for additional stories on the buildings, possibility 15 floors, and the Commission had indicated a desire to see that design so that could be a condition placed on this rezoning. Freerks said she is interested in seeing the design of this project given the large scale and as she feels there needs to be usable indoor and outdoor spaces. Freerks opened the public hearing Rob Decker (HBK Engineering) stated that this application will require a level two design approval so there will be a packet of information supplied to the City and he feels it does make sense to come back before Planning and Zoning. Decker confirmed they will be applying for height credits, they will get a lot of it from the right-of-way transfer. They will work with Public Works on parking options, and also address the pedestrian access required along Burlington Street and their intent is to do a full streetscape in the area. It will all be shown in the design packet submitted. Freerks noted she does want to see Capitol Street open to traffic and not just pedestrians due to all the deliveries that will go to these new buildings and need for vehicle unloading area (not on Burlington Street). Signs noted he is hopeful to see a dynamic design of this project, it is a premier piece of property. Freerks agrees and hopes to see green spaces and areas for activities. Freerks closed the public hearing. Hensch moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00004 a n application submitted by 100- 500 LLC, for a rezoning of approximately 3.41 acres from High Density Multi -Family Planning and Zoning Commission April 19, 2018 Page 24 of 25 Residential (RM -44) zone to Riverfront Crossings - South Downtown Subdistrict (RFC - SD) zone located at 12 E. Court Street including the conditions of: • The applicant will dedicate right of way to the City to reopen Capitol Street. • The developer will build the Capital Street to specifications approved by the City Engineer. • Applicant will install streetscape improvements to enhance the pedestrian environment on Burlington Street and Court Streets, as discussed in the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. • The design plan will come before Planning and Zoning for approval. Parsons seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion carried 7-0. Miklo noted the April 5, 2018 minutes are not in the packet and will be deferred until the next meeting. Hensch moved to approve the meeting minutes of March 12, March 15 & April 2, 2018. Parsons seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 7-0. PLANNING AND ZONING INFORMATION: Miklo reminded the Commission that in a previous meeting they recommended approval of historical landmark status for seven properties, City Council approved five of the properties. With two of the properties the owners objected and therefore the State Code requires six out of seven council members to approve and that did not happen. Miklo asked if the Commission wanted to meet with Council to discuss the votes. Freerks confirmed that yes a meeting should happen. Miklo said one possible time for the meeting would be May 15 at the Council's work session. He said that the Historic Preservation Commission is also being invited, so he will confirm the meeting time once it is established. Adjournment: Hensch moved to adjourn. Parsons seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 7-0. Planning and Zoning Commission April 16, 2018 —Work Session Page 5 of 9 REZONING ITEM (REZ17-00015): Discussion of an application submitted by Cardinal Pointe West, LLC for a rezoning of approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP) zone to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Multifamily (OPD/RM-12) zone for the property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road. Miklo stated the applicant submitted a couple of concept illustrations of what the buildings could look like. They went from the 40 unit buildings with the gable/hip roof to one with flat roofs and modular changes in the building fagade. The applicant is proposing three buildings with three different stone/brick colors for distinction. Theobald asked if the siding is vinyl siding. Miklo is unsure of the material but it is some sort of manufactured masonry product. One of the goals is more sound deadening materials due to the proximity to the highway so the Commission can specify what materials are used. Miklo also stated he confirmed that fire department is open to using pervious pavers or grass creek in the fire lanes if it is engineered to support fire trucks. The applicant is also working on identifying tree species to use in the buffer that aren't susceptible to fungus or disease. He also added there would be some gazebos on the deck areas, the whole area would not be covered but some of the area would. Freerks suggested the top windows of the buildings to be taller perhaps to break up the design. Otherwise she feels this is the right direction. Signs is glad to see each building distinctive with color. Miklo stated the applicant should have plans complete for the meeting Thursday but the Commission may still want/need to place some conditions in the conditional zoning agreement that the applicant generally follow the concept plan, the landscaping plan be approved by the City Forrester, and the Fire Marshall and City Engineer approve the design of the fire lanes. _�> REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00014): Discussion of an application submitted by 100-500 LLC, for a rezoning of approximately 3.41 acres from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) zone to Riverfront Crossings - South Downtown Subdistrict (RFC -SD) zone located at 12 E. Court Street. Miklo stated this property is currently RM -44 which is high density multi -family, there are approximately 95-100 apartment units in the complex. The complex was built after Urban Renewal and at the time Capital Street was closed to traffic. The Riverfront Crossings Plan calls for reopening Capital Street, and also calls for high density and possibility student housing in this area. This area is identified as appropriate for student housing because it is immediately adjacent to campus and the Code provides a bonus for student housing. A concept plan was included in the Commissioner's packets showing how the street would be reopened, and a maximum foot print of what could be built there, no actual design has been drafted. The building would have stepbacks after a certain level and there would be some usable open rooftop area. Planning and Zoning Commission April 16, 2018 — Work Session Page 6 of 9 The applicant originally submitted two designs for the street, a four -lane with parking and a two- lane with parking. Staff is inclined to go with the two-lane with parking and turn lanes at Burlington Street. Staff is recommending conditioning the zoning on the street being built as part of the development. Miklo also pointed out the applicant is hoping to use the bonus provisions of the Code. Riverfront Crossings would allow 8 story buildings in this area with some stepbacks, the bonus provisions would allow up to 15 floors and vacation of the street right-of-way would be part of the bonus provision. To get the bonus provisions the design will require City Council approval, it would not come before the Planning and Zoning Commission, just the City Council. Dyer asked if it has to go before the Council, why can't it come to the Commission first. Miklo said that could be a condition of the zoning if there is a valid reason. He noted the Comprehensive Plan does show what is anticipated here. Freerks commented that the Commission usually sees more from applicants at this point and is concerned the design will only go before City Council. Hensch asked what the goals were for opening up that street, seems like a perfect opportunity to create a pedestrian area. He noted that if this development is high density student population having traffic drive down the middle of it seems unsafe as students will cross mid -block. Freerks countered that she is excited to have the road open to traffic because often when these big buildings are developed there is no place for UPS to pull in or any other service vehicle. Signs noted that in other walkways around town (such as the T. Anne Cleary walkway) service vehicles are parked there all the time. Freerks acknowledged that but said it is different when it is private and deliveries are pizza and other types. Hensch asked if they could just have service lanes established. Additionally he noted there is a significant grade change where Capital Road will go through. Miklo said they will have to bring in quite a bit of fill. Miklo also noted by opening up the road the residents of the building on the west will be able to access the underground parking. Signs noted he is excited to see the street go through but is concerned about the size of the buildings if a 15 story bonus is allowed, and no green space. Freerks noted they are proposing a roof top green space, but wants to make clear that the expectation is more than just a few planters and a couple of chairs. What is needed is something with true green space and an area that could be used year-round. Hensch questioned how much room would be available on the rooftop with all the HVAC units and other mechanical equipment up there. Miklo noted that under the Form -Based Code they cannot build a rectangle that goes all the way up, they will have to have stepbacks and some outdoor open space. One of the conceptual drawings shows and idea of the outdoor space being atop the lower floors where the stepback begins. Freerks said the Commission would like to hear details from the applicant regarding the recreation area. Dyer commented they would like to see actual concepts, not just images of other buildings. Hensch agreed and noted that for a project of this size (hundreds of units collecting rents for 75 years) the applicant should be able to spend the money to have elevation and concept designs Planning and Zoning Commission April 16, 2018 —Work Session Page 7 of 9 drafted Miklo asked Hektoen if the concerns about open space and the streetscape are valid enough reasons to impose a conditional zoning agreement so that the design would have to come back before the Commission. Hektoen acknowledged if the rational is articulated a conditional zoning agreement could be imposed. Freerks asked about the building height being an issue for flight paths for the hospital helicopters. Miklo replied it would have to be approved by Federal Aviation Administration. Adiournment: Hensch moved to adjourn. Signs seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 7-0. �b Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5240 (REZ18-00014) Ordinance No. An ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 3.Q High Density Multifamily Residential (RM -44) zone 70l Crossings—South Downtown Subdistrict (RFC -SD) zcc 12 E. Court Street. (REZ18-00014) =< Whereas, the applicant, 100-500 LLC, has requested a rezoning of from High Density Multifamily Residential (RM -44) to Riverfront Cro (RFC -SD); and Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan indicates that this property is a density multifamily housing that contributes to a pedestrian friendly stref Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has the reg determined that it complies with the Comprehensive Plan provided t need for compliance with the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings M 1 way and construction of Capitol Street; and located rw 0 m lc%s frgr Rtlerfrorrt locatett -v s 0 E. Burt Street �opriate for redevelopment of high cape; and ✓ved the proposed rezoning and it meets conditions addressing the Plan including dedication of right of Whereas, Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) provides that the±perty of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoning request, over and above eregulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested change; and Whereas, the owner and applicant has agreed that the pr, shall be developed in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Conditional Zoning Agrtefnent attached hereto to ensure appropriate development in this area of the city. Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of thb City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I Approval. Subject to the Conditional Zo#iing Agreement attached hereto and incorporated herein, property described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of High Density Multifamily Residential (RM -44) to Riverfront Crossings -mouth Downtown Subdistrict (RFC -SD): ALL OF LOT 5, ALL OF LOT 6, LOT 7 EXC THE NORTH 50 FEET OF THE EAST 25 FEET OF SAID LOT, LOT 8 EXCEPT THE EAST 25 FEE OF SAID LOT, IN BL CK 101, IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA, ACCORDING TO THE RECCIADED PLAT THEREOF. SO INCLUDING THE CAPITOL STREET RIGHT OF WAY BETWEEN BLOCJK 93 AND BLOCK 101 FRO THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF BURLINGTON STREET TO THE WIRTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE F COURT STREET, IN IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA, A CORDING TO THE RECORDEDLAT THEREOF. ALSO INCLUDING LOTS 1, 2, 3, 4 BLOC 3, IOWA CITY, ACCORDING TO E RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. Section It. Zonina Map. The bui ng official is hereby authorized and directed t change the zoning map of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, to991fdorm to this amendment upon the final passage, proval and publication of the ordinance as approved Waw. Section III. Conditional Zoning Agreement. The mayor is hereby authorized and dir ed to sign, and the City Clerk attest, the Conditional Zoning Agreement between the property owners) an the City, following passage and approval of this Ordinance. Section IV. Certification And Recording. Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, he City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance, and record the same in t e Office of the County Recorder, Johnson County, Iowa, at the Owner's expense, upon the final passage, approval and publication of this ordinance, as provided by law. Section V. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section VI. 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. Ordinance No. Page 2 Section VII. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of 20 MAYOR ATTEST: CITY CLERK Approved by City Attorneys Office N O_ C) m C-) r rrn M rn �= v O r Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 356-5240 (REZ18-00014) Conditional Zoning Agreement This agreement is made between the City of Iowa City, Iowa, a municipal corporation (hereinafter "City") and 100-500 LLC (hereinafter "Owner'). Whereas, Owner is the legal title holder of approximate)roperty 1 acres of property located at 12 E. Court Street; and Whereas, the Owner has requested the rezoning of sfrom High Density Multifamily Residential (RM -44) to Riverfront Crossings—Souwntown Subdistrict (RFC - SD); and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has dete mined that, with appropriate conditions regarding compliance with the Downtown and Rive omni nCrossings Master Plan, including dedication of right of way and the construction of pitol Street and streetscape enhancements on Burlington Street, the requested zoning is con istent with the Comprehensive Plan; and Whereas, Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) provides that t ' City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoning request, over and above existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested chan ; and Whereas, the Owner acknowledges that ce in conditions and restrictions are reasonable to ensure the development of the property s consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the need for dedication of right of way d construction of Capim Street and streetscape improvements on Burlington Street ; and o Whereas, the Owner agrees to develop conditions of a Conditional Zoning Agreement. Now, therefore, in consideration of the mutual follows: 1. 100-500 LLC is the legal title holder ALL OF LOT 5, ALL OF LOT 6, FEET OF SAID LOT, LOT 8 E 101, IOWA CITY, JOHNSON PLAT THEREOF. ALSO IN BETWEEN BLOCK 93 AND t BURLINGTON STREET T TI co o = this roperty in accordanc`t��h ter end �� rn r mises contained herein, arV ag6as lJ property legally described �'s �. cn :EPT THE EA,' )UNTY, IOWA,\ IDING THE C, X 101 FROM T NORTH RIGHT IN IOWA CITY, JOHNSO COUNTY, IOWA,. THEREOF. ALSO INCLUDING LOTS 1, 2, 3, TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. E NORTH 50 FEET OF THE EAST 25 25 FEET OF SAID LOT, IN BLOCK ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED ITOL STREET RIGHT OF WAY ik SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF O WAY LINE OF COURT STREET, OR NG TO THE RECORDED PLAT IOWA CITY. ACCORDING 2. The Owner acknowledges 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 ppdadMagYr z18-0 014 p 9 dm 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. 3. In consideration of the City's rezoning the subject property, Owner agrees that development of the subject property will conform to all other requirements of the zoning chapter, as well as the following conditions: a. The owner wil b. The develope c. Applicant will on Burlington Crossings Ma d. The design pl dedicate right of way to the City to will build Capitol Street to specific istall streetscape improvements to Street and Court Street, as discus er Plan. will come before the Planning an 4. The Owner and City conditions to impos conditions satisfy put en Capitol Street. approved by the City Engineer. ance the pedestrian environment in the Downtown and Riverfront Commission for approval. Wedge that the conditidns contained herein are reasonable the land under Iowa ode §414.5 (2017), and that said eds that are caused by he requested zoning change. 5. The Owner and City acknowledge that in the sold, redeveloped, or subdivided, all redevelc Conditional Zoning Agreement. 6. The parties acknowledge that this Condition a covenant running with the land and with t' le and effect as a covenant with title to the I d City of Iowa City. the subject property is transferred, will conform with the terms of this Zoning Agreement shall be deemed to be to the land, and shall remain in full force unless or until released of record by the The parties further acknowledge thaf,this agreement shall inure to the benefit of and bind all successors, representatives, and as gns of the parties. 7. The Owner acknowledges that nothi g in this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be construed to relieve the Owner or p )I ant from complying with all other applicable local, state, and federal regulations. 8. The parties agree that this Conditional Zo ing Agreement shall be incorporated by reference into the ordinance rez6ning the su ect property, and that upon adoption and publication of the ordinance, this agreement s all be recorded in the Johnson County Recorder's Office at the Applicant's expense. Dated this day of City of Iowa City Jim Throgmorton, Mayor Attest: cpdadadagVre i&000014 vee« 2 20_ IN 0 O n m p •1 Sr 1 M � o� = 0 Y O ch Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk By: Approved by: City Of Iowa City Acknoiylg STATE OF IOWA ) ) ss: JOHNSON COUNTY ) This instrument was acknowledge before me on ( 20_ by Jim Throgmorton and Kellie Fruehling as Ma r and City CIj k, respectively, of the City of Iowa City. Corporate Acknowledgement: STATE OF IOWA ) ) ss: JOHNSON COUNTY ) )lic in and for the State of low2rp „n Seal) r Rank) �� rn 0 ox s This instrument was acknowledged / before me on as 100-500 LLC Acknowledgment: State of 20_ by of , Inc. Notary Public in and for said County and State (Stamp or Seal) Title (and Rank) p0sdtl agVrez18-000014¢a do 3 County of This record was acknowledged before me o by (Name(s) was executed). ppdadMagVrez18-0 0014 c a.dm Date) nviauags) as (type of authorit , such as officer or trustee) of _ (name of party n behalf of whom record Notary Public in (Stamp or Seal) Title (and 111 for the State of Iowa expires: O ::F -q2 Kellie Fruehling From: jcaffordablehousing@gmail.com Late Handouts Distributed Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2018 12:32 PM To: Council Cc: Tracey Achenbach; Maryann Dennis; John McKinstry; Mark Signs Subject: Rezoning of Pentacrest Garden apts k (Date) Hi, all. I hope to be at tonight's meeting, but I'm not sure that I'll make it in time for your discussion about this rezoning I understand that there may be some objection to this proposed rezoning. The Affordable Housing Coalition doesn't care to speak for or against the rezoning itself. That said, we do want to encourage you to carefully reflect on the number of affordable housing units and/or funding for affordable housing that will result from a project with this level of density. We appreciate that there are many variables to consider in your decision, and we thank you for your continued pursuit of gains for affordable housing. Take care, Sara Sara Barron I she/her/hers Executive Director Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition www.jcaffordablehousing.org I www.facebook.com/jcaffordablehousing I @jcahcoalition Rezoning Item REZ18-00014 Discussion of an application submitted by100-500 LLC, for a rezoning of approximately 3.41 acres from High Density Multi - Family Residential (RM -44) zone to Riverfront Crossings— South Downtown Subdistrict (RFC -SD) zone located at 12 E. Court Street. ■�.. it ■ �( U 1, t Ali -IRLINCn]N ....,.._,_ fm...._ �■■ ■■ ■■■■■ ■r � Y 06401 illol _ J I i ql a__ = ti■■■K■■t■ ■■■.■ 0.0 il Anfor al zoon of 3.41 pp b100-500LLC4g acres located at ` 12 E Court Street from High DensityMultr•FamilyResidential(RM-44)to`„ Riverfront Crossings - South Downtown ,� l Subdistrict (RFC -SD). .$��� y {e^ View from Court Street Ell a a fYS Mf'�'R'A"!w•@'fib i. I��61 �"EQ 'VM & - PfdE.�1n' 4 PP 9 a i •� "is • r i • i. ► ! � . � ,, T * �' i s w a w + � s ■ w 44,4 cin 7. x'91L .0 41 �* HARRISON ST. 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REWIPEYEMS �� YYO1� I __ onsvnusvrx xuPcor �rcAo - xcvAPw xorEs ®® - wosurko s�cwcErr - euEaRn Nwrwrr w .11 - 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 1st day of May 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 1.89 acres from Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family (OPD/RS-12) zone to Low Density Multifamily (RM -12) zone for the property located at 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road. (REZ18-00002) 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 c ahs �h c� ` ho SYr 05-15-18 6c STAFF REPORT To: Planning and Zoning Commission Prepared by: Sarah Walz, Assistant Planner Item: REZ18-00002 Date: March 1, 2017 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road GENERAL INFORMATION Applicant: Ross Nusser 250 Holiday Road Coralville, IA 52241 319-331-5206 RossNusser@urbanacres.com Property Owner: Hawkeye Trailer Court LLC 3169 Dubuque Street NE Iowa City, IA 52240 suemoore@qwestoffice.net 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: BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Rezone from OPD/RS-12 to RM -12 To allow for the development of multi -family housing 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road 82,328.4 square feet or 1.89 acres Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential (OPD/RS-12), manufactured housing North: Residential, RS -12 and OPD/RS-12 South: Residential, RS -12 East: Residential, RS -5 West: Undeveloped, OPD/RS-12 North District Plan Foster Road January 25, 2018 March 11, 2018 The applicant, Ross Nusser, is requesting a rezoning of a 1.89 -acre property, located at 1705 Prairie du Chien Road, from Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential (OPD/RS-12) to Low Density Multifamily Residential (RM -12). The site is currently occupied by Hawkeye Trailer Court. This small manufactured housing park has occupied the site since the 1960s and is basically unchanged in its layout. Eleven housing units are Provided and 9 units are believed to be occupied. The applicant has indicated that they have used the "Good Neighbor Policy." A neighborhood meeting was held on February 21 at the Iowa City Public Library. Residents of the mobile home park have also been notified of the proposed sale of the property by the owner in a letter sent on February 3. The applicant also contacted in person and held a meeting with residents on February 19. ANALYSIS: Current Zoning: The property is currently zoned OPD/RS12—a zoning designation applied to all manufactured housing developments. The original zoning for the property was Factory -Built Housing Residential (RFBH)—a designation that was discontinued when the City adopted its current zoning code in 2005. At the time of the code update, all RFBH zones were re -designated High Density Single -Family (RS -12) with a Planned Development Overlay (OPD). The underlying zoning for the property allows for single-family, duplex, and/or townhome development. Proposed Zoning: The applicant proposes to rezone the property to Low Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -12) zone. The purpose of the RMA 2 zone is to allow for the development of high density single-family housing and low density multi -family housing. The RM -12 zone is intended to provide a diverse variety of housing options in neighborhoods throughout the city. Careful attention to site and building design is important to ensure that the various housing types in any one location are compatible with one another. Based on the lot area, the property could support up to 30 multi -family units, provided all parking and dimensional standards are met (building heights are limited to 35 ft with additional limits on structures located within 15 feet of a residential zone). Compliance with Comprehensive Plan: The North District Plan addresses the potential for redevelopment in this area at such time as Foster Road is extended to Prairie du Chien: "If Foster Road is extended, it will open up the possibility of new development in this part of the district. The traffic capacity of an extended Foster Road could accommodate development of small apartments, townhouses, and single-family homes in this area.... A mobile home park currently exists just south of the location where Foster Road would connect with Prairie du Chien Road. If this property were ever to be redeveloped it should be reserved for small apartment buildings or similar multi -family housing to maintain a mix of housing in the area." The Comprehensive Plan contemplates infill development and the role it plays in neighborhood reinvestment, including rehabilitating existing structures or encouraging new development of vacant, blighted, or deteriorated property. The plan notes that the development or redevelopment of such sites should add to the diversity of housing options without compromising neighborhood character or over -burdening infrastructure. Integrating diverse housing sizes and types throughout the community increases the opportunity for people to live in the same neighborhood throughout the stages of life. By allowing for a mix of housing types, moderately priced housing can be incorporated into a neighborhood, rather than segregated in one or two areas of the community. In 2017, City Council adopted fifteen affordable housing strategies, including a policy to address tenant displacement, which includes the following: • Council approval of major site plans when 12 or more households will be displaced and there is no accompanying rezoning. • Such applications would require a transition plan to better inform residents and the public (requires a comprehensive plan and a site plan ordinance amendment). The City Council also amended the Comprehensive Plan to address situations in which residents are displaced by new development. The Plan now includes the following goal in its Housing section: "Mitigate the impact of large scale residential redevelopment: Mitigate the impact of redevelopment on occupants of proposed projects involving the remodeling or reconstruction of existing multi -family residential dwellings by fostering communication between property owners and occupants through sufficient notice requirements, and encouraging the developer to create thoughtful transition plans that seek to accommodate the relocation needs of current occupants." In addition, the "Community Vision Statement" in the Plan calls for "fostering communication among owners, redevelopers, and occupants to mitigate the impact of redevelopment of existing residential properties." Council approval of the site plan is not required both because the subject property is being rezoned and the number of residents displaced falls beneath the 12 -unit threshold. The principles of the comprehensive plan regarding displacement may be considered in connection with the rezoning. The applicant has worked proactively to meet the City's goals for displacement. Following notice by the property owner, which was mailed to residents in a letter dated February 3, the applicant has taken the following steps: 1. Contacted each resident personally (one resident was not reached in person but was contacted by phone). 2. A resident meeting was held at the Iowa City Public Library on February 19. • The applicant collected concerns of the residents • The applicant provided a resource list, including contact information for other manufactured housing developments (copy attached). 3. The applicant intends to offer an extended notice of transition, no less than 120 days. 4. The applicant is actively working with City staff to identify relocation funds to assist residents. Compatibility with neighborhood: The surrounding neighborhood is predominantly single- family housing. A recent rezoning and subdivision of 53.29 acres, located directly to the north of the subject property, calls for the construction of the Foster Road extension and allows the development of commercial and residential uses: senior housing located within a multi -family structure and 59 townhome units to be located along the new extension of Foster Road, east of Prairie du Chien Road. Environmentally Sensitive Areas: Steep slopes and groves of trees appear to be present on the western half of the property. Development that encroaches into these areas may require an overlay planned development rezoning. The applicant does not plan to encroach into these areas and so an OPD plan is not required at this time. Traffic implications: Due to the topography, the street network north of Dodge Street has limited connectivity. The extension of Foster Road will provide an alternative east -west street route through the area and provide for better multi -modal connectivity in the northern part of the city. and is considered necessary to allow for increased density for properties in this area. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of REZ18-00002, a proposal to rezone approximately 1.89 acres of 0 property located at 1705 Prairie du Chien Road from Planned Overlay Development High Density Single -Family (OPD-RS12) zone to Low Density Multi -Family (RM -12) zone, subject to a requirement that the applicant provide to the occupants a notice of transition in writing and provide no less than 120 days from the date of rezoning approval by Council. No permits should be issued until such time lapses unless all occupants are off the site before the 120 days. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Location Map 2. Aerial Photograph 3. Housing resource list provided by the applicant to current residents of 1705 Prairie du Chien Road Approved by: Kent Ralston, Acting Director, Department of Neighborhood and Development Services ppdadm in\stfrep\document2 0 0.03 0.06 0.12 Milca I � 1 I REZ18-00002 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road Prollared By: Sylvia Rochner _ D.iirlicpaied lanumy20I8 �— Housing Resources for the Residents of 1705 Prairie du Chien Rd. The Housing Fellowship 1319-358-9212 1 322 E 2nd St, Iowa City, IA 52240 > http://www.housingfellowship.com/ Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity 1319-337-8949 12401 Scott Blvd SE, Iowa City, IA 52240 > https://www.iowavalleyhabitat.org/ City of Iowa City, Sarah Walz 319-356-5239 1 sarah-walz@iowa-city.org *Regency MH Community 1319-351-880814455 Oak Crest Hill Rd SE, Iowa City, IA 52240 *Modem Manor 1319-338-5371 11700 S Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52240 *Lake Ridge Inc. 1319-466-90711702 Bay Ridge Or, Iowa City, IA 52246 Forest View Trailer Ct 1319-338-8180 Hilltop MH Park 1319-338-4272 Breckenridge Estates 1319-449-3871 Knoliwood MH Park 1319-560-7627 Bon Aire MH Lodge 1 319-338-3152 Parkview MH 1319-545-2800 Sunrise Village 1319-354-2954 Western Hills M Estates 1319-545-2662 Thatcher MH Park 1319-351-5735 Golfview MH Park 1319-626-6060 Saddlebrook 1319-354-1961 Clear Creek MH Park 1319-321-2363 Holiday MH Court 1319-626-2112 City of Iowa City MEMORANDUM Date: April 17, 2014 To: Planning and Zoning Commission From: Sarah Walz, Associate Planner RE: REZ18-00002 1705 Prairie du Chien Road The applicant submitted the attached materials related to the proposed RM -12 rezoning for property located at 1705 Prairie du Chien Road. Staff has not had the opportunity to review this concept but will provide comment at the public meeting. No additional information has been submitted regarding a relocation plan. wl�E ENSpN FUtURE V", ell fkO 2 -STORY BUILDING p6 UWS) —�auxo[uxwxoexnmo PxxxI� xex NEUMANN MONSON ARCHITECTS SITE PIAN -1"=50'-0" P001 PRAIRIE DU CNIEN DEVELOPMENT 00.000 04/05118 I row ; All Planning and Zoning Commission March 1, 2018—Formal Meeting Page 2 of 10 Laureen losen (1710 Prairie Du Chien Road) asked about the width of the Foster Road extension. Miklo answered that it would be 36 foot wide and would have two travel lanes with protected bike lanes in each direction and sidewalks on both sides of the street. Freerks closed the public discussion. Hensch made a motion to defer SUB18-00002 to the March 15 meeting. Signs seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 7-0. REZONING ITEM REZ18-00003: Discussion of an application submitted by Hodge Construction for a rezoning of approximately 1.1 acres from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) zone to Riverfront Crossings – Central Crossings (RFC -CX) zone for property located at 225 & 225'/: E. Prentiss Street. Miklo said that the applicant has requested that this item be deferred to the March 15 meeting to allow time to revise the concept plan. Hensch made a motion to defer REZ18-00003 to the March 15 meeting. Signs seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 7-0. REZONING ITEM REZ18-00002: Discussion of an application submitted by Ross Nusser for a rezoning of approximately 1.89 acres from Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential (OPD/RS-12) to Low Density Multifamily Residential (RM -12) located at 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road. Walz began the staff report by showing an aerial of the area and a map showing zoning of the surrounding area. She discussed the current land use and zoning and discussed the proposed RM -12 zoning, which would allow a maximum of 30 units on this property based on lot area. The applicant has not submitted a concept plan for development and it is not known whether this density can be achieved. She mentioned the potential for sensitive areas on the property and indicated the applicant does not intend to develop areas with sensitive features. She noted that the property may contain sensitive areas—slopes and or groves of trees. She discussed the North District Plan, which states that with the development of Foster Road, new development could occur in this area and this property could be redeveloped as multi -family. She then reviewed recent amendments to the Comprehensive Plan to address resident displacement. While the policy does not technically apply to this property because it has fewer than 12 units, the applicant has taken a number of steps to communicate and gather input from the residents, including contacting residents in person, holding a meeting for residents, compiling a list of Planning and Zoning Commission March 1, 2018—Formal Meeting Page 3 of 10 resources, offering no less than 120 days' notice for relocation, and working with the City and other sources to identify funds for relocation to assist residents. Staff recommends approval, subject to a condition that the applicant provides residents with 120 days of notice for relocation. Freerks asked whether there is a concept plan indicating what new development would be on this property. Walz indicated that this had not been submitted and applicant was still deciding how he would develop the property. This had been the topic of discussion at the Good Neighbor meeting where he gathered input from the neighbors. Martin asked whether there were notes from the neighborhood meeting. Walz said that she had attended the meeting for the neighborhood meeting for surrounding residents. Neighbors who attended had been generally supportive though they expressed concern for the residents of the trailer park. She noted that the applicant would be able to speak to the concerns heard at the meeting for residents of the property proposed for rezoning. Freerks asked what could be developed on the property under the current RS -12 zone. Walz responded that in terms of detached single-family homes, the development potential would be limited without encroaching into sensitive areas. Miklo noted that the RS -12 would allow for a small number of townhomes on lots of 3,000 square feet and duplexes on lots of 6,000 square feet. This would require an alley. Freerks opened the public hearing. Ross Nusser (applicant) spoke concerning relocation of the residents of the mobile home park and his frustration that not enough is done to ensure smooth transitions for the residents, some of whom have lived here for 30-40 years. Because of the extension of Foster Road, redevelopment of this property is likely and he is concerned that the residents could be forced to relocate with short notice if the property redevelops without a rezoning. He discussed his meetings with residents of the subject property and the surrounding neighborhood, including a good neighbor meeting. Commissioners asked for minutes from the meeting for trailer park residents, but Ross responded that none were taken. The commission asked for more information on whether they could require financial assistance for relocation of residents. Walz deferred to the City Attorney. Goers indicated that while the trailer park fell beneath the 12 -unit threshold in the comprehensive plan, the spirit of the plan was to ensure that residents of affordable units such as this were accommodated fairly. So long as any assistance was in scale with the impact of the rezoning, it could be attached as a condition. Nusser noted that some of the residents were present. Commission asked him about more specific concept plans for the site. He responded that he was focused on the issue of relocation but agreed to prepare more detailed plans if deferred until the March 151 meeting. Nancy Purington (1706 Prairie Du Chien Road) spoke about her concerns about the traffic on Prairie Du Chien Road. Her property is directly across from the subject property. She reported Planning and Zoning Commission March 1, 2018—Formal Meeting Page 4 of 10 high speeds on Prairie Du Chien and difficulty turning into/out of her driveway. She is concerned that this may get worse when Foster Road is extended and if additional density is added on the subject property. She requested that a traffic study be conducted in this general area with information on traffic counts and speeds. She also expressed her preference that multi -family housing on the subject property not exceed 2 -story because no buildings in the surrounding area are taller than 2 stories. Laureen Ipsen (1710 Prairie Du Chien Road) also spoke about traffic concerns on Prairie Du Chien, especially with the extension of Foster Road. She asked about the possibility of multi- family housing on the redeveloped site having access from Foster Road. She asked if Foster Road will be a wider street than Prairie Du Chien; staff responded that it will be (2 -lanes of traffic with buffered bike lanes). She was concerned about adding density in an area with traffic issues. Curt Vangerpen (Dubuque Street) is one of the owners of the mobile home park. He said that he had not intended to give residents short notice, however, the infrastructure at the trailer park was in need of major improvement. He discussed maintenance issues related to sanitary sewer and water lines which contribute to the need to redevelop the area. He noted that a year ago the City said that the extension of Foster Road was at least seven years away and he believed he would need to make substantial upgrades to water and sewer to keep the park going. When the recent decision came to build Foster Road he realized that it was an opportunity for him to avoid making these substantial repairs. He reported making repairs to the sewer lines in December, but states that these lines are very old and could stop working in the near future, which would displace residents with little notice. He expressed concern about this relocation, but stated that continuing to maintain the mobile home park is not feasible. He noted that there was no place in Iowa City that is more affordable to live than his trailer park, but the necessary improvements would require him to raise rent. Rick Stevenson (853 St. Anne's Drive) also noted the speed and volume of traffic on Prairie du Chien Road and requested any increased density have driveway access onto Foster Road. Mark Tade (1706 Prairie du Chien Road): He noted that he lives several hundred feet from the Interstate but the sound of traffic is quite intense. He said it was not possible to hold a conversation in his back yard during the summer. He said he thought it was important to preserve any trees in the area as they offer some buffer from the noise. Miklo noted that the Foster Road rezoning preserves a large number of wooded area and that the City's subdivision regulations require a 300 -foot buffer from the Interstate for new residential structures. Nusser spoke again and expressed his desire to work with residents but his need for some direction from the Commission. He indicated that the rezoning would allow him to better determine what options he could provide to assist with relocation. Several commissioners expressed the need for more information from the developer, both in terms of the proposed development and a relocation plan. Planning and Zoning Commission March 1, 2018—Formal Meeting Page 5 of 10 Dyer expressed a concern that the applicant had not presented a plan for relocation or a plan for how he would develop the property. She said it makes it difficult for the Commission to make a decision when there are so many unknowns. Signs indicated that they felt they could make a better recommendation in terms of relocation plan if they had some idea from the developer and the currents residents what the needs were and what the developer felt he could reasonably afford. Commissioners acknowledged that redevelopment was a matter of time and that everyone involved was trying to be fair. Freerks stated that there was a need to know how this new development would fit into the neighborhood and that usually such re -zonings were accompanied by a concept plan of some sort. She understood that the applicant had the best of intentions and was sensitive to the neighborhood but that the Commission had been disappointed by some developments in the past and this would be the first multi -family in this neighborhood so it was important to get it right. Nusser reiterated his willingness to come forward with a plan and requested to defer to March 15. He stated that there were two issues: the redevelopment of the property and the difficult circumstance of relocating the residents and that he wished to address both. Hensch moved to recommend approval of deferring REZ18-00002 until the March 15 meeting. Signs seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 7-0. REZONING ITEM REZ17-00015: Discussion of an application submitted by Cardinal Pointe West, LLC for a rezoning of approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP)to Low Density Multifamily (RM -12) located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road. Bochner stated this property is currently zoned Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP) which is a designation given to undeveloped land when that land does not have the infrastructure necessary for development. At this time infrastructure is in place for this property so it is appropriate to rezone but the Interim Development -Research Park indicates that was a foreseen use. The proposed zoning for this lot is Low Density Multi -Family (RM -12) which allows for both high density single- family housing and low density multi -family housing to provide a diverse variety of housing options. Because of this mixture, attention to site and building design is important in this zone to ensure compatibility. The applicant has submitted a Sensitive Areas Site Plan that shows three mufti -family building on this parcel which contain a total of 108 1- and 2 -bedroom units (36 units per building). All three buildings will have access from a driveway off Deer Creek Road with parking provided under the building and in the surface lot located between buildings. Bochner showed images of the current state of the property and then the proposed sensitive areas site plan. The zoning ordinance indicates that multifamily buildings should be oriented with at least one facade facing a public or private street or an interior courtyard. As shown currently this proposal doesn't meet that standard but the applicant indicated they will apply for a minor modification due to sensitive features on the property and steep slopes on the Camp Cardinal Boulevard frontage. MINUTES APPROVED PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A P R I L 2, 2018 - 5:15 PM - WORK SESSION HELLING CONFERENCE ROOM, CITY HALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Carolyn Dyer, Ann Freerks, Mike Hensch, Phoebe Martin, Max Parsons, Mark Signs, Jodie Theobald MEMBERS ABSENT: STAFF PRESENT: Sara Hektoen, Bob Miklo, Sarah Walz OTHERS PRESENT: Freerks called the meeting to order at 5:15 PM. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-000021: Discussion of an application submitted by Ross Nusser for a rezoning of approximately 1.89 acres from Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential (OPD/RM-12) zone to Low Density Multifamily Residential (RMA 2) zone for the property located at 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road. Walz noted the Commission had asked for more information and staff is hopeful that by Thursday's meeting the applicant will have a proposal regarding relocation assistance for current residents. Martin asked If the confusion is because City Council stated that there had to be 12 units displaced to require a relocation plan and there are only 10 in this situation. Hektoen said that is for projects where there is no rezoning, there is a rezoning in this situation and the Commission can impose conditions to meet public need imposed by the rezoning and require relocation or transition plans. Walz noted that this is a unique situation as it is manufactured housing and while a person may own their home, they have no rights to the land. Freerks added that because the home are all older and may not be able to be moved, so this is a special case and not like an apartment structure that is being removed and there are other apartment options. Freerks also asked if the homes were rented, who received the relocation money, the home owner or the renter. Those are the details and questions that need to be decided. Walz said most are long-term occupied, but unsure of how many are owner -occupied or rentals. Freerks added that in the past they have required relocation plans for manufactured housing areas before, such as when HyVee was built on 15' Avenue, so there are plans to follow. Parsons added that these situations are difficult and it takes a while to go through all the steps and make sure the best solution is found. Planning and Zoning Commission April 2, 2018 - Work Session Page 2 of 6 Freerks asked about the proposal, and the underground parking and the outdoor plaza. Walz said that will likely be patio space. Freerks noted that the best view from that property is the back and perhaps that is where the outdoor plaza should be. Parsons asked if the building was two or three stories. There was an indication that it would be limited to two but some of the pictures show three. Walz said staff has not had a chance to have a conversation with the applicant to clarify, her sense is that the photos they submitted are examples of possible designs. Freerks noted she hopes the applicant has design images to show on Thursday to the Commission. Miklo stated the applicant expressed a concern regarding the expense of drawing up a design plan with the uncertainty of when the rezoning would be approved. Miklo felt the bigger concern for the Commission and Council should be the relocation. Walz added that staff felt if the applicant is unsure of what exactly they wanted to build, if they could at least present footprints of how they would arrange the lot, a concept of how many units they would propose, etc. REZONING ITEM (REZ17-00015 Discussion of an application submitted by Cardinal Pointe West, LLC for a rezoning of approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP) zone to Low Density Multifamily (RM -12) zone for the property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road. Miklo recalled one of the concerns of the Commission at the last meeting were the buffer from the Highway 218 and the applicant has submitted a new plan. When the City rewrote the Subdivision Code in 2008 they did research and looked at HUD and DOT guidelines about residential development near highways and of course the farther you get away, the better, and there is also a decibel level that is considered acceptable through HUD (for financing). So that is when the 300 foot buffer was created, from research as to that being where the noise level begins to drop off. The other concern is the fumes, the closer one lives to the highway the more carcinogens one is exposed to. So those are the rationales for the City s guideline of 300 feet buffer. Hektoen added that this situation is similar to the last one, it is not required by zoning for this situation to have the 300 foot buffer (it is not a subdivision), however again the Commission can the Commission can impose conditions to meet public need imposed by the rezoning. Freerks stated this is exactly a situation where they would apply such a condition as a principle. Miklo clarified that the 300 feet is measured from the right-of-way of Highway 218. He stated that the applicant has submitted a new plan to address the concerns of the Commission. Previously the one building was 35 feet from the property line and approximately 190 feet from Highway 218 and the new plan shows that building 67 feet from the property line and about 230 feet from Highway 218. In moving the building back 30 feet they then were also able to provide a landscaping buffer on their property, not partially in the city right-of-way as previously shown. The City Forrester had voiced a concern regarding being responsible for maintaining trees in that location. Additionally moving the tree buffers 30 feet places them higher on the lot and better Planning and Zoning Commission April 5, 2018 Page 5 of 13 A vote was taken and the motion carried 6-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00002): Discussion of an application submitted by Ross Nusserfor a rezoning of approximately 1.89 acres from Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential (OPD/RM-12) zone to Low Density Multifamily Residential (RM -12) zone for the property located at 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road. Walz noted that before the meeting Staff distributed a letter they received from one of the neighbors regarding this development. She stated that the Commission discussed the rezoning two meetings ago and the Commission had requested a couple of things. First requested was a better sense of what was being proposed and then also a baseline for a relocation plan for current residents. Walz reiterated how they got to this point. The North District Plan, when written, contemplated that the current mobile home park might one day go away and there was a desire expressed in the Comprehensive Plan to maintain a diversity of housing so it contemplated a small apartment building would be appropriate at this location, particularly when Foster Road extension was completed. The Comprehensive Plan talks about the Foster Road extension making possible a greater variety and a greater density within the neighborhood. When the Commission reviewed the Foster Road rezoning it was discussed that the models looked at for transportation would provide some cross -connectivity that might alleviate the traffic south of Foster Road on Prairie Du Chien. Therefore, the applicant has proposed a development with a 24 -unit apartment building in two parts, with most of the parking underground, they have provided a setback from the adjacent single-family property to the south, with an exterior playground area. It was noted in the neighborhood meetings the desire that this property be somewhere that invited longer-term residents, including families. The other issue Walz noted was the proposal for relocation assistance which the applicant will have to speak to. Freerks asked if there were any waivers or special issues with this application. Walz replied that it is not an Overlay Development Plan like the previous application. Freerks asked if the Commission would see this application again, or if the design would just be approved by Staff. Miklo confirmed that was the case unless the Commission conditioned the approval. Freerks opened the public hearing Ross Nusser (250 Holiday Road, Coralville) is the applicant and can discuss the relocation plan. They have not worked out all the specific nor been in contact with the residents since the last meeting, they are willing to commit to $1,000 in relocation benefits to each resident who is in the trailer park. They are also willing to offer a minimum of nine months for relocation after the approval of rezoning. With regards to the design, the plan they are showing tonight is just conceptual as there are still discussions with regards to the other parcel and what the City or neighboring residents might want or desire there, perhaps a driveway that connects to Foster Road. He noted that they are trying to appease so many different people so it is not easy. They did review the North Side District Plan Planning and Zoning Commission April 5, 2018 Page 6 of 13 and acknowledged it notes that the area should be reserved for small buildings of multi -family housing to maintain a mix of housing in the area and with the images they are sharing tonight he feels they can achieved that but cannot commit to an exact design at this time. He added they just won't know exactly what will work best until they get through the zoning process. He reiterated that the first priority is the transition of the current residents and the second priority is how a development will mix with the neighborhood. They are currently showing a two-story building, there is the ability to do a three story building within the zoning they are requesting, but they don't feel that would fit within the neighborhood. Nusser stated that the images shown of possible buildings were drawn just for the benefit of the Commission, but they do only want to move forward with the best intentions. Nusser will continue to work with City staff on the best solutions for moving forward and will meet any restrictions imposed upon them. Martin asked why this is a work in progress and not a complete design at this time. Nusser said it is a work in progress because at this time they do not have any title or connection to the area that is City of Iowa City right-of-way. One of the biggest questions from Nancy Purington and some of the other neighbors is the connectivity to Foster Road which cannot happen if they do not have title to the connection area. Freerks commented on the conversation about curves and right-of-way and she noted that if the development connects via Foster Road it will be at a curve there too and therefore doesn't see one option as being better than the other. Nusser noted it is more of an issue that they want to make accommodation for the people who live in the area and the neighbors have indicated their interest is to have the connectivity to Foster Road versus Prairie Du Chien. Nusser personally doesn't have a preference, but this is out of respect to the neighbors. Freerks understands but feels it would be more difficult of a design to connection via Foster Road. Parsons asked if they anticipate the buildings being mostly one and two-bedroom units. Nusser confirmed that is the intention. Freerks asked about the outdoor amenities. Nusser said they are open to including any required outdoor amenities. Hensch added that if the goal is to have long term tenants in this development then having nice outdoor amenities is necessary, such as play areas for families, etc. Nusser agreed. Hensch also noted his concern with traffic and stated with the new Foster Road, it is hard to anticipate what the traffic will be. Freerks stated with one and two-bedroom units it won't be a huge increase in traffic to the area. Signs stated that with some of the input from the last meeting and the letters the Commission has received, it seems that if there is a traffic problem it is not relevant to this particular piece, if people are speeding in the area then that needs to be address separately. Ray Anderson (2155 Prairie Du Chien Road) lives north of this area and has another property on 1 Caroline Court which is on the corner of Prairie Du Chien Road and can't for the life of him see why the City would want to put an apartment complex in that area, it is a big area of single family houses, mostly small ranches with nice yards and feels this will change the whole nature of the property. Anderson states he has lived in the area for 40 years and Prairie Du Chien is a heavily traveled road with lots of traffic from the developments to the north. He is happy that Foster Road is being extended but doesn't feel an apartment complex is going to do anything at all for the residents of the area. Anderson foresees a lot of traffic safety problems with a development of that Planning and Zoning Commission April 5, 2018 Page 7 of 13 size in the area. He added that the sidewalks on that side of Prairie Du Chien stop right there, before the freeway, and it is dangerous seeing people bicycling and walking there and to expand the number of people in this area is not a good idea. Laureen 1psen (1710 Prairie Du Chien Road) said her house is directly across the street from the proposed driveway of this development. She said that the statement that the driveway would either spill out on Foster Road on a curve or Prairie Du Chien on a curve is true but the difference is in the width of the roads. She notices now people trying to make a left turn into the trailer park and cars can really get backed up and feels that will only get worse with the addition of Foster Road traffic coming to Prairie Du Chien. She added that Prairie Du Chien is a narrow road already being shared with bicyclists and Foster Road will be two lanes with added bicycle lanes so if this development entrance was off Foster Road it would be easier for people to get around the cars stopped trying to make a left turn into the development. Ipsen has talked with many residents on Prairie Du Chien and they are already having problems backing out of their driveways onto Prairie Du Chien. In this proposed development she counted 72 parking spaces and that puts a lot of pressure on an already narrow, busy street with bicyclists. Ipsen asked if it would be possible to have the design flipped so the driveway goes to Foster Road and the two story bigger building is closer to Prairie Du Chien. Freerks noted what most people want is for these driveways to be further away from major intersections and the City agrees as it is safer. Ipsen understands but stated it puts a lot of pressure on Prairie Du Chien. Miklo said they could look at a scenario where the buildings and driveway are shifted to Foster Road, but that may not be possible with the topography and staff cannot commit to a driveway onto Foster Road. Signs added he heard a willingness from the developer to do this if possible, but right now it is unknown, a lot depends on how Foster Road is developed. Ipsen asked if the units in the development will be apartments or home -owned condominiums. Miklo stated that the City is not able to control that with zoning. Ipsen added that in talking with several other residents there is a concern with the speeding on Prairie Du Chien, it is a problem. She also asked if it is possible to hold off on the development of this application until it is seen what the traffic patterns will be once Foster Road is complete. Freerks stated that is not a fair request to the developer. Currently there are 12 units on this property (mobile homes) and this development will only be adding 12 more units (total of 24 or so apartments). Signs added that there is some urgency for this development because the current owner has concern regarding their sewer collapsing. Ipsen understands and noted she has also lived in trailer parks and understands the concerns. However, she is wondering if a traffic survey can be done she feels it would be beneficial. Bob Guyer (1529 Prairie Du Chien Road) asked if there are plans for a traffic light at the intersection of Foster Road and Prairie Du Chien. Miklo replied there are no plans for a traffic light at this time. Walz added there has to be a certain amount of traffic before a traffic light is warranted but once it reaches that threshold they would contemplate a light. Guyer said having one would help to slow down the traffic on Prairie Du Chien Road and people on Foster Road will have a difficult time getting onto Prairie Du Chien Road, especially during prime times. Freerks acknowledged that a traffic light will likely be in the works at some point. Guyer asked how much traffic is needed to warrant a light and noted that it took 30 years to get one at the corner of Prairie Du Chien and Dodge Street. Walz stated that the traffic model that was looked at with the Planning and Zoning Commission April 5, 2018 Page 8 of 13 extension of Foster Road showed that some traffic would be taken away from Prairie Du Chien. Guyer stated it is difficult getting out of driveways on Prairie Du Chien, it can be dangerous. He has made many complaints to the Police Department. Walz said they can make a request to put the speed trailer sign up and acknowledged it is an area that probably does experience some speeding because of the transition from rural to urban areas. Guyer reiterated his whole complaint is traffic, he understands people are going to build what they are going to build, and adding to the traffic is a concern. Marsha Anderson (1543 Prairie Du Chien Road) stated the area is already a hazard, there are 100's of bicyclists, pedestrians and children that try to go over the freeway on a path that has no area for pedestrians or bicycles. It is not a safe road and traffic on it should not be increased. There are many types of vehicles on that road, motorcycles, water craft, etc. that all speed and she can hear tires squealing, it is dangerous and they don't want more traffic there. Nancy Purington (1706 Prairie Du Chien Road) thanked the Commission for allowing her to speak and for reading her letter. When listening to the others from the neighborhood this evening she sees that she is not the only one who has observed and experienced traffic issues, so she is not going to talk about that. She is curious if this is the night where they will vote in changing it from RS -12 to RMA 2. Walz explained that the Commission will provide a recommendation to be forwarded to the City Council and the City Council will make the decision. Purington stated that when reading the information in tonight's agenda packet that dealt with the first applicant, the criteria for review of a Planned Development Overlay (which Freerks noted this current application is not a Planned Development Overlay), and this current application still reflects the conceptual premises used to develop neighborhoods. The density and design of an area will be compatible and/or complimentary to adjacent development in terms of land use, building mass and scale, relative amount of open space, traffic circulation and general layout. The development will not overburden existing streets and utilities, the development will not adversely affect views, light and air, property values and privacy of neighboring properties and the combination of land uses and building types and any variation from the underlying zoning requirements will be in the public interest, in harmony with the purposes and with other building regulations of the City. Purington said these things should be thought of with any consideration of change of zoning. Freerks agreed and noted that the Commission must think of a lot of things. Purington then encourages the Commission to not change the zoning of this area, especially since they have not seen what could be done with the way it is zoned now. Even though it is a humble street, it is very consistent in the architecture, there are under five houses that were there at the early part of the 20th century and for the most part post -WWII mid-century modern little bungalows and changing that area to multi -family dwellings, that are two or three stories, are all things that will not create a welcoming entrance to the city. This is also an entrance to the city, there is a very nice development on the county side and it gets more modest as you enter town. This proposed development is a jarring change, it looks very commercial and this is not a commercial street, and it is all single family dwellings. The question that arose at the neighborhood meeting regarding a space for the people that would live in the development as well as for the neighbors to use is not necessary, all the neighbors have their own yard space. Purington reiterated that this is a jarring disruption visually to have multi -family buildings, especially two stories, everything else in the area is single story. There is an opportunity here to keep one long stretch of homes consistent, which seems to be the goal when looking at changes, to keep things compatible. Purington stated that in the first meeting they had with Nusser he did show little duplexes and the neighbors that were there preferred those, these large buildings were not preferred. It doesn't fit with the neighborhood at all, on either side of the interstate. Purington is questioning what development could be done in Planning and Zoning Commission April 5, 2018 Page 9 of 13 this area without changing the zoning and keeping it consistent because that is one pleasant quality of that street. It is a calming area that is single-family oriented. This development will disrupt property values, it will change the feel. Curt Moore (3169 Dubuque Street NE) thanked Signs for addressing that this is two separate issues, this tonight is about rezoning, and the street issue is totally separate. He came before the Commission during the discussions of the Foster Road extension and that there would be a development on the corner with potentially a commercial building and another 100 units down the road, no one came and said anything at that discussion, and he was the only one. He can appreciate the issues the residents of Prairie Du Chien may have, he lives on Dubuque Street and he also cannot back out of his driveway, traffic gets backed up from the interstate to his place and he's a quarter of a mile away, so he understands what road conditions are. Moore reiterated that this is a zoning issue and they are bending over backwards. When Moore was at the first community meeting at the grade school for the Vintage Coops, he probably asked 50% of the questions and there were probably 50 people in the room. Everyone was all for Foster Road extension and one of the issues was what would happen to the trailer court and when could it be gotten rid of. At that meeting it was said that was not the issue of discussion, only to discuss Foster Road. Now it is time to do something about it, it's time to clean it up, time to make Iowa City better and for the Commission to look at the big picture and this application is part of it. Moore added that they are on a time schedule in terms of the sewer and water, it will not last, and they have a solution for the transition of the current residents. Moore also noted that there are other areas around this development that have been rezoned and could have apartment buildings put on them, this is just in the middle of that, but the rest of the area is not always going to be single family homes. Sara Barron (Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition) wanted to express the Coalition's support for the continued push for relocation assistance as the City is allowing these redevelopment projects. There was some question on how that was going to come into play and it was great to hear Mr. Nusser address that tonight with the offer of relocation assistance to all the residents. The Coalition stresses the need to prioritize the impact it has on residents that are living in areas that may very well need to be redeveloped, but to keep thinking about the impact it has on those families. Hensch asked Barron how she viewed the proposed relocation proposal offered this evening. Barron said she could not speak for the residents and cannot offer a specific dollar amount but does think there are some good resources that show costs associated with relocations and if the $1000 proposed will be sufficient. She added that the yearlong period is more generous than what is normally required for relocation projects. Freerks asked what the amount was that the City Council agreed upon for the relocation of residents displaced from Dolphin Pointe. Hektoen thought $500, noting there were a couple different pots of money that were available to those residents. Laureen losen (1710 Prairie Du Chien Road) noted she did get sidetracked with the traffic issues and did want to say before they change the zoning if they could see if there is an option to keep it the same zoning and what would the builders have options to do. Freerks stated that the Commission cannot require that, there is a cost involved in all these things and to ask a developer to show options for things other than what they are requesting would be a burden and something the City does not require. Freerks said someone from the City probably could say how many units could be on this property if the zoning stayed the same. Walz said Planning and Zoning Commission April 5, 2018 Page 10 of 13 townhomes could probably be done with the current zoning, likely a dozen to 18 townhomes, but it would have to be laid out with driveways, etc., to be exact. Miklo added that the Comprehensive Plan specifically shows this area as low density multi -family versus high-density single family. Walz added at the intersection of two major streets it is not unusual to see low density multi -family. The other goal with this particular property was the idea if the trailer court went away to replace it with something that diversified it and gave opportunity for housing that might tend to be more affordable. Ipsen understands what they are saying but still feels the density will change the dynamic of Prairie Du Chien and it may not be as inviting looking depending upon how it is built, it will affect the single family dwellings in the area. She suggests leaving the zoning as is and see what a townhouse concept would look like. Bob Guyer (1529 Prairie Du Chien Road) asked if Planning and Zoning has any input or power as far as relocation benefits to the people. Freerks stated it was something the Commission talked about recently. Hektoen stated the State Code allows the City Council, and Planning and Zoning advises City Council, to impose conditions on an owner of a property that are in addition to the zoning code requirement. The conditions must meet public needs that are identified as a result of the rezoning request. In this case there is a public need because people will be displaced by this zoning and imposing a condition can mitigate the impact on the displaced persons. Guyer acknowledged then that the Commission has input. Freerks confirmed they can make a recommendation to City Council and City Council has already put a stipulation that if there are 12 or more that are being displaced relocation assistance must be included. In this case it is 9 or so, therefore under the required number, however there are other issues in this case such as low income, difficulty in moving the trailers, some are owner -occupied, some are rentals, and there are many concerns. Guyer stated that the $1000 proposed for each family would not go very far toward moving is expensive. Nancy Purington (1706 Prairie Du Chien Road) acknowledged that where Foster Road connects to Prairie Du Chien it will make a corner but surrounding that whole area are single family dwellings. Up the street there is a trailer court that will be reversed back to four single family lots once any change happens and that will be consistent with the neighborhood. When Purington called the City to ask about that several months ago they said it would have to be four single family lots and the dwellings would have to be consistent with the architecture on the street. Purington questions how this area is any different. Freerks reiterated that this area in the Comprehensive Plan was specified for low density multi- family so that is what the applicant is asking for. The Comprehensive Plan was discussed publicly at one time. Walz added when Foster Road is constructed there will be that remnant piece land that is left over that is not developable on its own and therefore this application property becomes the defacto corner lot. In the case of the other trailer court, it is in the middle of a neighborhood, surrounded on all sides. Miklo added that the Zoning Code does not require single family houses to be compatible or in character with the others in the neighborhood. That would only be required if it were in a historic preservation overlay. Purington said is seems strange the City would encourage dissentient in design and not harmony. Regardless the rest of the street is always going to be single family residents and will not change. Foster Road is different, it will be a different type of street, and there is an opportunity to put in a bunch of different things at once. This will disrupt the entrance to the city and the harmony of the Planning and Zoning Commission April 5, 2018 Page 11 of 13 neighborhood. Signs stated he feels Purington is driving on a different Prairie Du Chien then he drives on because as he drives on Prairie Du Chien from Dodge Street north, consistency is not a word that would come to his mind. There is a wide variety of housing styles and lot sizes. Purington disagreed. Parsons asked to seethe map of all the zonings in that area. He noted there is already RS -12 south of the application property. Miklo said the area is RS -12, the City recently approved a planned development to allow multi -family attached units in the RS -12 zone for the Vintage Co-op and adjacent properties. This application would change from RS -12 to RM -12. Freerks closed the public hearing. Hensch moved to approve REZ18-00002 an application submitted by Ross Nusser for a rezoning of approximately 1.89 acres from Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family (OPD/RS-12) zone to Low Density Multifamily (RM -12) zone for the property located at 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road with the following conditions: 1. Relocation assistance minimum of $1000 and nine months to find new housing. 2. Two story height limit on buildings. 3. Design review being required. 4. Outdoor amenities. 5. Cap on three-bedroom units of 30%. Parsons seconded the motion. Hensch noted that the request is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, he is sensitive to traffic issues, but that is a separate issue that needs to be addressed separately. He added he is pleased with the applicant's offer for relocation assistance. Yes $1000 isn't a lot anymore, but it is enough for a rental deposit. With regards to the conditions, Freerks would like to discuss outside amenities and to make sure they are only one or two-bedroom units, no larger. Signs noted that when discussing outside amenities they discussed playground area for children but typically when thinking of one or two-bedroom units you don't think families. Miklo suggested that if a goal is to attract some families to this area, in other areas of the Code there is a restriction to 30% of three-bedroom units, so they may want to provide that flexibility. Signs feels that would add to neighborhood stability and less turnover in leases. The Commission agreed to add a condition of a limit of three-bedroom units to 30%. Freerks noted in the design review stage she likes to see the larger green space areas rather than multiple smaller green spaces hidden amongst parking spaces. Signs understands the neighborhoods passion for their area. He just sees the speeding on the street and traffic as a separate issue, but the neighborhood has every right to be concerned about it. At this point no one really knows what the Foster Road connection will do to the traffic in that area, and the neighborhood will have to be vigilant about that and come to the City with concerns. It just isn't relevant to for this development going from 12 units to potentially 24. He reiterated the public comment about no one being present to comment on the huge multi -family development proposed along Foster Road which may impact the traffic way more than this little piece will. Signs also likes the design of this proposal because it puts the smaller building facing Prairie Du Chien Planning and Zoning Commission April 5, 2018 Page 12 of 13 and puts the big building behind with a frontage on Foster Road and that helps maintain the character of smaller structures along Prairie Du Chien. Freerks agrees and likes the current layout and the distance of the bigger building from Foster Road will help minimize its size. A vote was taken and the motion carried 6-0. SUBDIVISION ITEM 1SUB18-000071: Discussion of an application submitted by The City of Iowa City for a preliminary plat of Iowa City Industrial Campus, a 173 -acre, 3 -lot industrial subdivision with 3-outlots located at 420t' Street, west of Taft Avenue. Miklo stated the annexation and rezoning of this property was approved a number of years ago. A preliminary plat was also approved at that time. However, preliminary plats are valid for two years so the plat has expired and the City is now seeking reapproval of basically the same design with a couple of changes. The original design had the area south of 4201h Street broken into smaller lots and they are now proposing to leave that as one outlot for future development so it would come back before the Commission if it were to be subdivided. The plan also has an outlot that covers the wetland area. There would be three industrial lots for development with access to 420th Street. Freerks opened the public hearing. Seeing no one Freerks closed the public hearing. Signs moved to approve SUB18-00007 an application submitted by The City of Iowa City for a preliminary plat of Iowa City Industrial Campus, a 173 -acre, 3 -lot industrial subdivision with 3-outlots located at 420th Street, west of Taft Avenue. Theobald seconded the motion. Hensch asked if the one outlot was wetlands because of the topography. Miklo believes it is due to the topography but also a drainage way that runs through that area. A vote was taken and the motion carried 6-0. Adjournment: Hensch moved to adjourn. Parsons seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed 6-0. From: Mark Tade, Nancy Purington April 5, 2018 To: City of Iowa City, Planning and Zoning Committee We live at 1706 Prairie du Chien Road across the street from 1705 PdC where new zoning is being reviewed. On our long driveway there are two houses and I am writing to describe long term experiences and observations regarding existing traffic patterns at this location over a 40 year period. As I mentioned at the P&Z meeting March 1, drivers increase speed a few hundred yards before the I-80 overpass as they leave town anticipating higher speed zones in the county. When we slow down to enter our driveway at 1706 Prairie du Chien Road, using turn signals well in advance, the cars behind us often pull up too close to the bumpers of our cars and also pull out to pass us on the left, which means they are in the wrong lane exactly at the 1705 driveway. This behavior increases greatly as spring and summer draws people to the river and lake. Our 1706 driveway is situated at the turning point of the angle of a curve in Prairie du Chien Road veering right and leading to the 1-80 overpass. Northbound cars behind us cannot see if cars are coming toward town, or southbound, due to the location of this curve. Cars arriving in town from the county via the overpass usually are going at least 35 mph as is the speed limit that rules most of PcD in the County, which further impedes the driver's assessment of time and space. The 1-80 overpass bridge rises just high enough to interfere with one's sight of a car entering town from the opposite side of the bridge even if going 25 mph. The angle of this curve, its point of origin, the speeding up of anxious drivers, the passing of cars on a narrow street, incoming cars driving over the speed limit and the inability to see clearly very far ahead occurs simultaneously at this point. And it does not have to be rush hour for this to occur. Cars pass us as we enter our driveway from the South at 1706 with limited ability to assess incoming traffic at least once a day. With more traffic expected to enter/exit PdC from Foster Road, this event will occur with greater stress at his short span of road. If you triple the number of cars entering/exiting 1705 Prairie du Chien Road at the same time all of the above occurs, it presents a more hazardous situation. With the advent of Foster Road traffic patterns have been assessed using 'models'. There is no study or assessment based on current, real, existing traffic patterns at this location. Also, Prairie du Chien Road is narrow and not engineered for bikers. The connecting 1-80 overpass is not designed for biking or pedestrians. Most of the new traffic from 1705 PdC Road will primarily need to get onto Foster Road during rush hours to go to work, the University, 1-80 and downtown for the majority of their treks. Exiting from 1705 onto Prairie du Chien Road, turning north and in a few yards turning left onto Foster Road will back up traffic in a number of ways and create a dangerous cluster of events will form a cluster of anxiety from "all of the above". Changing zoning from RS12 to RM12 does not fit this location in form or function. We would like to see what can be developed on this property without a change in zoning and in keeping with the single family or duplex design which matches all that exists on Prairie du Chien Road. Thank you all for helping to improve the City of Iowa City and our neighborhood. We are looking forward to a development that builds community, is smart in design and provides a welcoming entrance to the City that is harmonious with existing zoning compliance. '67- z-�A,-Let ,w q �,, 5i -7m aoovy(✓! Jj/,rv1sJ �p»VIArA� 'n�i 71'r! '��'ADLtt --o* 0� fwm r/7M >u,,� 'matt l-J� --of •--Lw� %Mosovw I1-Ar"U"? /� -777 rlti �-- cilz) v Li �vb�0`:3 Sarah Walz From: Druid Wolfe <druidw20l3@icloud.com> Sent: Thursday, April 19, 2018 9:28 PM To: Sarah Walz; Kingsley Botchway Subject: Dear Iowa City City Council, Sarah Walz, and whomever it may concern... Dear Iowa City City Council, Sarah Walz, and whomever it may concern. My name is Druid Wolfe, I am an Iowa City resident of over 30 years now. I am a resident of 1705 Prairie du Chien Rd. My address has been lot 6 up until about this time last year. I now live in Lot 5. My first memory of Iowa City is moving into the DVIP shelter when I was starting elementary school. For that and many other reasons I would like to say I have a great appreciation for the people of this city for many reasons, especially giving my Mom, Sister and I a chance. I really do love so much about this city and the ever expanding surrounding atmosphere to this day, which is why I understand the changes you want to make to the plot of land I live on. Ok I guess I'll get to the point of my email. It has been recommended to me that I give City Council a little background on my personal experience in HAWKEYE Trailer Court and how the rezoning will affect me. To start I will say that I think the rezoning ideas are good and justifiable, I just wish I wasn't in the middle of it! I have lived here for about 12 years, in two different mobile homes, lot 6 and now lot 5. 1 got an opportunity to make payments towards a total of $2,500 towards lot 5 and have been living here for about 13 months now with a title. Lot 6 was just getting more and more troublesome so I bought the title to #5, which came along with along with a decent stackable washer/dryer, oven, fridge, etc. It was a good deal! It was owned by a few handy type guys before me. Literally the only thing that this trailer requires for upkeep on the inside is a 750-1000 dollarjob on the bathroom floor, sink, tub, which still work but could use improvements This trailer is still very livable. I wish I knew what I now know about the underground pipes issue, otherwise I thought I had more time here. I am pretty content with the area I live in and the place I have to live in right now, as a single guy I don't need much. I don't want to get back to apartment hopping. I hated that. That is the whole reason an ex GF convinced me to move here, stability, and she knew people here. $175 a month lot rent doesn't hurt either. I will say this though. Our land owners seemed like they could give a SH$? LESS about this place after they acquired control from Pat & Pete. That was a few years ago. It's almost been like we were on our own as far as some things went. I have a cat that likes to go in and out as he pleases, he has his own little door cut in my front door. I love this location and I love Iowa City. I could've moved to San Diego, LA, or FT Lauderdale, FL and been with my Lil Sister, or my Mom, or my Big Bro, or my Lil Nieces. One thing I don't like about Iowa City is cost of living. I'd like to point out to City Council that I've never had rich parents that could pay $800 for me to have an aging one bedroom APT downtown, for example. By that I feel overall cost of living NEEDS IMPROVEMENT or you're not gonna attract the amount of people you think you are. That said, Ross Nusser offering $1000 to help me move, while helpful, isn't going to COMPENSATE for anything in relation to having to move into a ridiculously expensive apartment market. I don't have money for a house. My best options are moving my trailer (most likely to Cedar County, and I don't want to do that, West Branch isn't Iowa City), or Cedar Rapids, but I have a strong disliking for CR. Believe it or not, it costs more than $1000 to move a mobile home let alone get a different mobile home or move into an apartment in Iowa City. I don't qualify for low income assistance, disability, etc. I'm a middle aged guy finally making OK money after working at the same place for 10 years. All I have is me. I fear with these obstacles in housing I have upcoming, I might not be able to make ends meet. This is the second time in my life I have asked government for a helping hand. The 1st time I asked for and was denied a furnace, while watching politicians tell me banks, auto industries, etc were "too big to fail", while I agree with that to a certain extent, isn't this country and its government built by and for "The People" I'm facing a crossroads in my life and I don't know what is going to happen in the next 9-12 months. I'm not asking for help, just reasonable compensation. Come check out my trailer sometime, I guarantee you the monetary value isn't $1000. Thanks for letting me express my thoughts to you all. Druid Wolfe. Sent from my iPhone Sarah Walz From: Ross Nusser <rossnusser@urbanacres.com> Sent: Thursday, April 19, 2018 1:21 PM To: Sarah Walz Cc: Lauren Stelter Subject: Fwd: Rezoning for 1705 prairie du chien rd. Please see below. Thanks, ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Paula Lira <plira771@gmail.com> Date: Thu, Apr 19, 2018 at 1:04 PM Subject: Re: Rezoning for 1705 prairie du chien rd. To: RossNusserCoDurbanacres.com On Sat, Apr 14, 2018, 5:42 PM Paula Lira <plira771@Rmail.com> wrote: Hi,my name is paulita lira owner of lot#4 on 1705 prairie du chien rd. I have bought my Mobile home April 2017 for $3500.00 it was not livable at the time I had to fix it.l spend $4500.00 total to replace floors,water pipes water heater, labor cost I have pictures of before and after I also got recieves that's not including the uhaul expenses I will attach th5e pictures at the end of the letter. May the 1st would be a year I paid $175. Lot rent. rent out here way more that n I'm having a hard time finding a place that accepts dogs I'm sorry but I can't not accept $1000.00 mr. Ross to relocate I have try to get ahold mr.ross and didn't get a call back until one day his secretary call me by accident I we should have meeting with mr. Ross to discuss our deed price cause I believe that's separate from the relocate fee he needs to contact with us .another thing if the the ground is dangerous why put new buildings for other families to be to in a danger zone with bad sewer systems mess up and among other things that's all I have I mind thank you for taking our time to read my concerns x _ Ross Nusser, REALTOR®, ABR, Broker Urban Acres Real Estate 1319-331-5206 x x4x Z x 250 Holiday Road Coralville IA 52241 Licensed to sell real estate in the State of Iowa Kellie Fruehling From: Tracy Hightshoe Sent: Thursday, May 03, 2018 8:08 AM To: Council; Nancy Purington Cc: Kellie Fruehling Subject: 1705 Prairie du Chien Road Attachments: 1705- Opposition to Rezone.pdf Dear Nancy and Mark, Thank you for submitting your concerns about the proposed rezoning. Staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission relied on the Comprehensive Plan, including the North District Plan, to guide their recommendation regarding the rezoning request for 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road. The Comprehensive Plan encourages a diversity of housing to help assure the households of different sizes, incomes and at different stages of their lives can find housing throughout the community. The North District Plan specifically identifies the property at 1705 Prairie Du Chien as appropriate for small apartment buildings. When the plan was drafted with considerable neighborhood input, it was recognized that the existing manufactured housing was in poor condition and that apartments in this area would help to maintain diversity in the neighborhood. To address concerns about neighborhood compatibility the Planning and Zoning Commission added a condition that any apartment buildings on the property be limited to two stories rather than three stories, which are allowed in all other residential zones, including the Low Density Single Family (RS -5) zone. Please contact me with any questions. Thanks, Tracy Tracy Hightshoe NDS Director I City of Iowa City 319-356-5244 410 E Washington St I Iowa City, IA www.icqov.org RAGBRAI Iowa City 000 From: Nancy Puringtonfmailto:nancypuringtonPgmail.coml Sent: Wednesday, April 25, 2018 6:00 PM To: Council <Council@iowa-city.ore> Subject: 1705 Prairie du Chien Road Letter of opposition to rezoning RS12 to RM12 at 1705 Prairie du Chien Road Nancy L. Purington Mark A. Tade 1706 Prairie du Chien Road IC IA 52245 April 25, 2018 TO: City of Iowa City, City Council RE: "NO" to Rezoning RS12 to RM12 at 1705 Prairie du Chien Road AND: THE ROAD TO RECREATION Every landowner and resident on Prairie du Chien Road opposes the rezoning of 1705 Prairie du Chien Road from RS12 to RM12. The P&Z board members behave as if the land owners and residents who are invested in the established neighborhood of Prairie du Chien Road have nothing to say of any consequence regarding this decision. It was treated as it their minds were made up before we got to the podium. In the years that I have been active in civic matters in IC, I have never seen this level coldness of manner performed by our citizen volunteers and paid commissioners. It was unexpected behavior given that most of us have lived here for decades and have valuable observations and concerns regarding change around our sensitive areas and traffic patterns. These sensitive, ecological areas should include sensitivities to the human culture, too. Are we so busy caring for our flora and fauna that we no longer think about the integral aspect of human beings in our existing neighborhoods? We are the good stewards of the sensitive areas around which this neighborhood thrives. Will the City of Iowa City do anything it can to put an apartment building on every corner? Throughout this process I have been told that placing multi -family units on every corner in the City is the goal of Neighborhood & Development Services. Is placing an apartment building on every corner lot a necessary practice to meet the goals of affordable housing? (Response please) How many new multi -family units will be built, or are in planning phases, over the next 18-24-30 months within City of Iowa City? I would like staff response. What will be the ratio of multi family units to individual homes in 36 months? (Staff response, please.) Every corner of Iowa City is becoming saturated with multi -family units. Downtown is brimming and continues to expand multi -family units. River Front and The Project are in the works. How many more multi -family units does the City think we need? The trend now is away from multi -family units and toward small houses/ duplexes/condos with small plots of personal green space for gardening. It is time to invest in this aspect of community development. Stop right now at the corner of Prairie du Chien Road and Foster Road where it meets the 1-80 overpass and let's take a good look and listen to the experience and observations of our long-time neighborhood citizens. Why would the Neighborhood & Development office and the members of Planning & Zoning rush to invade a developed neighborhood of small houses with personal green spaces just to increase density by six units? RS12 at 1705 PdC is zoned perfectly for this preferred new genre of small housing culture enthusiasts. It will be a splendid improvement in planned density. How many single family/condo/duplex units can a developer make with existing RS12 zone at 1705 PdC? (Response please.) How many multi -family units will be gleaned by changing the density? (Response please.) Why would a handful more multi -family units be worth it when we could have almost the same number of single family units with personal green spaces? There is an abundance of new, multi -family units in construction or planning phases at this time, which build upon the increased density created over the past ten years. Most of the residents of Iowa City do not feel that these buildings inspire or build community. Those units meet the need for housing the transient aspect of the Iowa City population. Prairie du Chien Road is an old, two lane road joining the county through a narrow overpass at 1-80 with no lane for bikes or pedestrians. Prairie du Chien Road is the ROAD TO RECREATION for the City of Iowa City. Devonian Fossil Gorge, the Coralville Reservoir, Wood Pecker Trail, Funcrest, boat marinas, the Iowa River, Lake Macbride Field Campus, Raptor Center, sailing clubs, beaches, boat rentals, canoes, kayaks, camping, bird -watching, archery, fishing and picnics can be enjoyed via the Prairie du Chien Road at the narrow, 1-80 overpass. Cars, RVs, trucks, boats & trailers, motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians and runners have a difficult time managing now. Prairie du Chien needs to match the specifications and quality of Foster Road just to meet its current, diverse load. Lands along new Foster Road are recently and expertly zoned IRS 12. Except for 1705 PdC, trailer park, old Prairie du Chien Road is zoned RS5. On February 13, 2018 Ross Nusser, Broker for Urban Acres Real Estate, contacted property owners with a Notice of Good Neighbor Meeting held February 21 st. He presented discussion sheets with photographs of small homes, duplex/condo units and one photo of an apartment building. The neighbors supported small home condo/duplex units and rejected the multi- family concept. This is an established neighborhood of single family small homes and duplexes, the current, popular, desired, housing trend. During this discussion Mr. Nusser stated that these examples were not real. We said that we understood that they were ideas for the discussion. March 1 was the first P&Z meeting. Ross Nusser did not show the photographs that he showed neighbors and was more invested in the displacement of the current occupants. He was directed to bring something to the next P&Z meeting that the commission could see and discuss. Between this meeting and the April 5th meeting the City of Iowa City purchased the home next to 1705 on the north side, which will be the future "corner" of Foster Road and Prairie du Chien Road. April 5, Ross Nusser showed photographs of previously built, multi -family units from other locations. Citizens and neighbors objected unanimously and gave many factual details regarding those objections. P&Z members were dismissive of all citizen input and voted unanimously to change the zoning. We were shocked. Please come out and take a look at what resources exist on the grounds of this disputed area before looking at a map and thinking you are equipped to vote for change. Contact me and I will take you around. Prairie du Chien Road has sensitive areas on both sides. Please take a look at the whole picture before you destroy an established, neighborhood culture that is trending once again: small, single-family/condo/duplex dwellings with personal green space. Project Green will be proud. These are civic goals as well. Kellie Fruehling From: Nancy Purington <nancypurington@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, May 09, 2018 4:58 PM To: Council Subject: 1705 PdC Protest of Rezoning Letter for May 15 Attachments: 1705 Prairie du Chien Road Protest of Rezoning.pdf, Housing Statistics from City Staff.pdf; 3. Good Neighbor Image 2jpg; 4. Good Neighbor Image 3jpg; S. Good Neighbor Image 4jpg; 8. Current Multi -family units images jpg Mark A Tade Nancy Purington 1706 Prairie du Chien Road IC IA May 9, 2018 RE: Rezoning Protest for 1705 Prairie du Chien Road Dear Council Members and City Staff, We thank you for your patience and diligence in helping to bring about understanding and perspective regarding neighborhood changes at 1705 Prairie du Chien Road. We also thank the developer for creating a Good Neighbor Meeting where he shared images of housing concepts for this property and concerns for the relocation of the current occupants. His selections of high- quality architectural styles and materials indicate that his exposure to fine art and design are far above average. These aspects established confidence and excitement for future enhancement of North District area 5 interfacing with area 6 at Prairie du Chien Road, the new Foster Road and the 1-80 overpass. The protest against rezoning at 1705 Prairie du Chien Road may not meet the 20% within 200' radius scheme, as absentee land -owners own much of the unoccupied, surrounding lands. MidAmerican Energy land landowner will not vote as it treats all of it's customers equally. But of all the of owner -occupied neighbors living within the 200' radius do protest rezoning from RS12 to RM12 to facilitate construction of multi -family units, as they do not think multi -family units have any affinity with the neighborhood culture on Prairie du Chien Road or with existing architecture. The 1.89 acres at 1705 PdC Road includes sensitive areas for residents to protect and enjoy. Acres of "sensitive areas" interface with backyards of most homes along Prairie du Chien Road, but are unseen by passers-by. These private green -spaces are an unknown commodity that enriches life on both sides of the road. Although it may appear to be a modest place to live, we long- term property owners understand its intrinsic value and cherish the experience of living on and in sight of acres of green space. Deer, turkey, fox, coyote, a passing mountain lion, falcons, hawks, flocks of songbirds and more occupy and enjoy this area, too, which makes it a challenge for gardening but we all enjoy the process and this type quality of life within the limits of Iowa City. The initial concept images and styles of single family/duplex/condo style homes introduced at the Good Neighbor Meeting indicated compatibility with existing, modest sized, single family/duplex styles, which are again in vogue. The independent housing units in the developers initial sketches showcase large windows to enjoy natural light from many sides and personal green space. In 2001 a desire to increase density in the City of Iowa City introduced "multi- family unit" housing options in many areas of neighborhood development and in the North District Plan future for the trailer park at 1705 Prairie du Chien Road. Between 2001 and 2018 the increase in construction of apartment buildings, aka multi -family units, has increased to the point where the ratio between single family homes and multi -family units/condos may be 1 to 1 within a couple years. Now is a good time to take a close look at the statistics, which I found via the City Assessor and Housing Inspection offices. (See Attached data pages and pages of housing structures shown to neighbors at Good Neighbor Meeting.) Adding the 1249 multi -family units and 272 single family units applied for within the past two years we are at approximately: 15.433 single family homes to 14.411 multi -family units + 119 coop housing. The above math is by hand. Perhaps your staff can interpret this data. Does Iowa City really need a "multi -family" dwelling at this location twenty years later? Although many aspects of the well -considered North District Plan have been implemented successfully since they were conceived, we cannot accept that every idea we had twenty years ago is as relevant now as it was then. This may be one that is not as relevant here, now, as it was then. People across the nation are interested in small, single-family homes with personal green space and access to amenities such as bike and hiking trails. Foster Road is right around the corner now. 1705 Prairie du Chien Road is in a state of decay, for sale and in desperate need of restoration. Zoned RS12 this parcel of 1.89 acres is zoned to suit the current desires of our culture with green space (sensitive area) and modest -sized, single-family/duplex/condo style living. It can be developed to increase density as it is now. AT this time there is only RS zoning for hundreds of acres surrounding this property. Changing the zoning status from RS to RM does not increase the number housing units possible for this land by any great number. It simply changes the style of life in our single-family, single -story neighborhood to include a 2 -story structure full of anonymous renters. We citizens in Iowa City see multi -family unit dwellings under construction all over Iowa City, Coralville, North Liberty, Tiffin, Solon and say to one another, "Who is going to live there?". Most likely none of us will ever know as the non - owner residents are transient. They hold no stake, nor are compelled to be accountable as do invested residents who are the people to create a cultural fabric of responsibility to one another and to this City. Our neighborhood is about to tip as developers have their eye on area 5 of the North District and are investing in these newly available urban acres. Ross Nusser's original ideas show examples of great promise for sculpting shapes that breathe new life into an arena full of natural green space and mature plantings all around. His selected single-family/duplex/condo units showing large windows are great options and directions for the future of 1705 Prairie du Chien Road. Development of our urban acres in Region 5 of the North District Plan is entering a brand new phase in the 21st c. Foster Road planning took decades to settle in terms of location and flow. We neighbors are prepared to welcome the positive changes it may bring to Prairie du Chien Road. Access to bike trails is a long awaited aspect as biking/pedestrian amenities along Prairie du Chien Road are not up to date. We are not prepared to invite the idea of multi -family units, aka apartment buildings as an addition to our way of life. For several decades the same neighbors, whom you are hearing from again, have been monitoring the safety and well being along Prairie du Chien Road and its narrow squeeze through the 1-80 overpass to the County. As property owners and the neighbors in this area we are grateful to have the opportunity to share our insights and knowledge with City staff, commissions and councilors as it pertains to increased traffic, housing density, green space sensitivities and other quality of life concerns. Sincerely, Mark Tade Nancy Purington PS: Please excuse typos. It is close to 5PM on the day of dealing to respond. Thank you. 9:22 am (1 day ago) Tim Hennes <Tim-Hennes@iowa-city.org> to me Hi Nancy, The 10 year average for dwelling units in Iowa City is as follows: Single family dwellings: 136 per year Duplex dwellings: 8 dwelling units per year Multifamily dwellings: 353 dwelling units per year Again, this is a 10 year average so there are years when we have more and years when there is less. For example in 2016 we had 896 dwelling units applied for and in 2017 we had 353. Let me know if you have additional questions. Tim Hennes Senior Building Inspector City of Iowa City 319-356-5122 Tim-hennesr@*owa-city.ora Stats from Mark at City Assessor Office, 05-04-2018, phone call. 2018 tax roll 15,161 single family homes 470 apartment buildings approx 5,640 119 coop housing 7,522 condo from Stan Laverman, Senior Housing Inspector, May 7. email: Approximates '12 multi -family units per existing apartment building' 12 x 470 = 5,640 Adding the 1249 multi -family units and 272 single family units applied for within the past two years we are at approximately: 15,433 single family homes to 14,411 multi -family units + 119 coop housing. The above math is by hand. Perhaps there is a better way your staff can interpret this data. See Rental Property Report below, from Stan Laverman. Printed on : 5/7/2438 Rental Property Report City of Iowa City Slmtlule Typo a MF I t"', l— Tot=1 P.aC^rtly t Page 1 2 Thtal assist PmtY l r c.... 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An ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 1.1 acres of property located at 225 and 225'/: Prentiss Street, from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) to Riverfront Crossings—Central Crossings (RFC -CX). (REZ18-00003) 2. An ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 0.62 acres of land from Community Commercial (CC -2) zone to Riverfront Crossings – West Riverfront (RFC -WR) zone for property located at S. 513 Riverside Drive (REZ17-00005) 3. An ordinance rezoning property located at 715 Park Road from Low Density Single Family Residential (RS -5) to Low Density Single Family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS -5 / OHP) zone. (REZ18-00011) 4. An ordinance rezoning property located at 1029 North Dodge Street from Medium Density Single Family Residential (RS -8) to Medium Density Single Family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS -8 / OHP) zone. (REZ18- 00010) 5. An ordinance rezoning property located at 504 East Bloomington Street from Commercial Office (CO -1) to Commercial Office with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CO -1 / OHP) zone. (REZ18- 00012) 6. An ordinance rezoning property located at 213 Fast Market Street from Central Business Support (CB -5) to Central Business Support with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -5 / OHP) zone. (REZ18-00009) 7. An ordinance rezoning property located at 412 N. Dubuque Street from High Density Multi -family Residential (RM -44) to High Density Multi -family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM -44 / OHP) zone. (REZ18-00006) 8. An ordinance rezoning property located at 319 Fast Bloomington Street from Central ra"n 4 I h Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -2 / OHP) zone. (RFZ18-00008) 9. M ordinance rezoning property located at 410-412 North Clinton Street from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM - 44) to RM -44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM-44/OHP). (RFZ18-00007) 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 r It C(TY OF IOWA CITY 05ga18 ON MEMORANDUM Date: March 8, 2018 To: Planning and Zoning Commission From: Jessica Bristow, Historic Preservation Planner and Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern Re: Designation of 319 East Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00008) Background: In 2015 the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, began a study of Historic Properties that had been identified as possibly eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places but were not yet protected by zoning designations. The house at 319 E. Bloomington Street was identified as one of these key historic properties. The enclosed Iowa Site Inventory Form and Information Sheet provide a discussion of the building's history and architecture. The house was built in 1878-1879 by Conrad and Anna Graf prominent participants in the brewery industry. Historic Preservation Commission Review: The Historic Preservation Commission met December 14, 2017 and conducted a public hearing at which they reviewed and evaluated the historic significance of 319 E. Bloomington Street. The Commission determined that the property meets the requirements for a landmark and voted unanimously to recommend approval of the designation of 319 E. Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. The building is significant as an important example of the Italianate style in Iowa City and for its association with the late 19th -century brewery industry in Iowa City and prominent local citizens. Landmark designation for 319 E Bloomington Street, a property in a Central Business Service (CB -2) zone, will require Historic Preservation Commission approval of any significant changes to the exterior of the building. Landmark status will also make the property eligible for special exceptions (Section 14-213-8 of the zoning code) that allow the Board of Adjustment to waive or modify certain zoning requirements to help support the continued use of historic buildings. Landmark designation will also make it possible for financial incentives such as tax credits and the Iowa City Historic Preservation Fund to be available. Planning and Zoning Commission Review: Landmark Designation is a zoning overlay and therefore requires a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission to the City Council. The Commission's role is to review the proposed designation based on its relation to the Comprehensive Plan and proposed public improvements and plans for renewal of the area involved. There are two specific areas of the Comprehensive Plan that appear to apply to this proposal: 1). the Central District Plan and 2).the Historic Preservation Plan. The subject property is located within the Northside Marketplace, which is a part of the Central District. One of the Central District Plan's goals is to "preserve and promote the unique aspects of the Northside Marketplace" by "protect[ing] historic buildings as an integral part of the Northside Marketplace" (Central District Plan, page 57). The plan specifically mentions 319 E. Bloomington Street as a building within the Northside Marketplace that has historic and architectural significance that contributes to the historic character of the area. The Historic Preservation element of the Comprehensive Plan contains 2 specific goals relating to this proposal. Goal 1: Identify historic resources significant to Iowa City's Past. Under this goal the Commission is charged with continuing to research and evaluate properties and to pursue local landmark designation when appropriate. This proposal of landmark overlay zoning March 8, 2018 Page 2 for the property at 319 E. Bloomington Street is a direct result of the Historic Preservation Commission working toward Goal 1. Goal 10: Adopt strategies to preserve historic neighborhoods which reflect their organic development, historical roles and traditions, modern needs, and economic health and stability. This goal includes discussions of historic areas and neighborhoods in Iowa City, including Historic and Conservation districts. Goal 10 includes an objective that is relevant to the property. Objective 6: Incorporate historic preservation efforts in planning for the Northside Marketplace retail district (intersecting block at Market, Linn, Gilbert and Bloomington streets). This objective encourages emphasizing the significance of the brewery industry in the neighborhood's history and specifically refers to 319 E. Bloomington Street as a significant historic property in this area. Designating 319 E. Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark would contribute to this objective. The landmark designation sought by the Historic Preservation Commission conforms with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan — protecting the historic character of the Northside Marketplace and emphasizing the historic significance of the 191 century brewery industry in this area. In staff's opinion, preservation of 319 E. Bloomington Street would not be in conflict with plans for redevelopment in the area. There are other existing historic properties that have been preserved in this neighborhood including the Union Brewery and Union Bakery both on the Linn Street and Market Street corner. In staffs opinion it also clearly meets the goal of preserving and promoting the unique aspects of the Northside Marketplace of the Central District plan. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of REZ18-00008, an application to designate 319 E. Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Central Business Service (CB -2) to CB -2 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-210HP). Attachments 1. Location Map 2. Information Sheet 3. Iowa Site Inventory Form Approved by: -�� T, ��T Tracy Hightsho , Diredtor Department of Neighborhood and Development Services a 1�1 BLOOMINGTON v� may/ ` •.. �' T 1i i N All 004100 - t a .%,4F An application submitted by the City of Iowa City for rezoning of 9,150 square feet of property located at 319 E. Bloomington Street from Central Business Service (CB -2) zone to CB -2 Historic Landmark (CB-2/OHD). I CITY OF IOWA CITY Conrad and Anna Graf House 313 East Bloomington 319 East Bloomington is a two-story Italianate-style brick house built in 1878-1879. The moderately pitched front gable has elaborate paired brackets, an oval window inset in stone, and returning cornices. The porch extends across the full front and has a flat/ hipped roof, a bracketed frieze, and square columns resting on a brick balustrade, which is likely a modification of the original full-length columns. The three -bay front has the entrance opening with a transom in the right (west) bay. A second entrance on the left may have been converted from an original window. Elaborately carved stone segmental arches with keystones are located above the windows and door. Other window elements include a bay window on the east fagade with a bracketed and dentiled cornice. The front fagade window openings on the first floor have wood panels extending to the floor. The house is associated with Conrad and Anna Graf and the late 19th -century brewing industry in Iowa City. Conrad Graf came to Iowa City from Bavaria in 1874 and was hired by the flourishing Union Brewery at 127-131 N. Linn Street. (Union Brewery was often known as Hotz and Geiger Brewery, for brewery partners Simeon Hotz and Anton Geiger.) In 1875, Conrad Graf married Anna ("Annie') Hotz, a daughter of Simeon Hotz and Barbara (Becker Williams) Hotz. (Another Hotz daughter, Clara, had married Anton Geiger, Hotz's partner.) In 1878 Conrad and Anna Graf built the stately brick Italianate at 319 E. Bloomington, east of the brewery. Conrad Graf eventually became the owner of Union Brewery. The business, through many evolutions, stayed in the family for decades—as did the house until the 1950s. 319 East Bloomington is locally significant as an important example of the Italianate style and for its association with the thriving brewery industry in late 19th -century Iowa City and prominent local citizens. Conrad and Anna Graf House 319 East Bloomington Site Inventory Form State Inventory No. 52.03269 ® New ❑ Supplemental State Historical Society of Iowa ❑ Part of a district with known boundaries (enter inventory no.) (January 2E, 7997) Relationship: ❑ Contributing ❑ Noncontributing ❑ Contributes to a potential district with yet unknown boundaries National Register Status: (any that apply) ❑ Listed ❑ De -listed ❑ NHL ❑ DOE Review & Compliance No. Non -Extant (enter year) 1. Name of Property historic name Comad and Amm GrafHaua other names/site number 2. Location street & number 319 East Bloomington Street city ortown lowsCiri El vicinity, county Johnson Legal Description: (if Rural) Township: Name No. Range No. Section Quarter of Quarter Subdivision one building(s) district site structure object Contributing Noncontributing 1 0 1 0 buildings sites structures objects Tota( resources) Name of related project report or multiple property study (Erder•N(A• If the property is not part or a multiple property examination). Tme HlsrorkeVAmhllecturar Data Base Number (Erder utegorles from OIA0I DOMESTIC(sineledwellinalmidenm 02B COMMERCFl1'RADE/orofcmimal (office) 7. Description Architectural C assirreation (Enter categories from Instructions) Materials (Enter categories horn instructions) 03 LATE VICTORIANIIWiarWe foundation o4 STONE/ walls 03 BRICK/ roof O8 ASPHALT other Narrative Description (® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) Applicable National Register Criteria (Mark'x' N one or more boxes for criteria that may qualify the property for National Register listing) ® Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended A Property is associated with significant events. ® Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended B Property is associated with the lives of significant persons. ® Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended C Property has distinctive architectural characteristics. ❑ Yes ® No ❑ More Research Recommended D Property yields significant information In archaeology or history. r„� Criteria Considerations ❑ A Owned by a religious Institution or used ❑ E A reconstructed building, object, or structure. /or religious purposes. ❑ F A commemorative property. ❑ B Removed from its original location. ❑ G Less than 50 years of age or achieved significance within the past 5o C A birthplace or grave. years. D A cemetery Areas of Significance (Enter categories from Instructions) Significant Dates Construction date 02 ARCEDTECTURE 1872 Other dates 17 INDUSTRY Significant Person (Complete If National Register Criterion B is marked above) Conrad Graf: Cluistian Senner See Architect/Builder Architect unknown Builder BE and other sources used In prepadrg this forth name/title-Marlys A Svcndsen organization Svendsen Tyler. Inc street & number N3834 Deep Lake Road telephone 715/469-3300 city or town Sarong state WL zip code 54870 ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION (submit the following items with the completed form) FOR ALL PROPERTIES 1. Map showing the property's location in a town/city or township 2. Site plan showing position of buildings and structures in the nominated area In relation to adjacent public road(s). 3. Photographs: representative black and white photos. If the photos are taken as part of a survey for which the Society Is to be curator of the negatives or color slides, a photolcatalog sheet needs to be included with the negatives/slides and the following needs to be provided below on this particular inventory site: Roll/sltde sheet # 9616 Frame(slot # 20 Date Taken 4/15/98 Roillslide sheet # Framefslot # Date Taken Rolllslide sheet # Frame/slot # Date Taken ❑ See continuation sheet or attached photo & slide catalog sheet for list of photo roll or slide entries. ❑ Photos/illustrations without negatives are also in this site Inventory file FOR CERTAIN KINDS OF PROPERTIES, INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING AS WELL 1. Famrstead & District (List of structures and buildings, known or estimated year built, and contributing or non-contributing status) 2. Blom: a. A sketch of the freme/truss configuration in the form of drawing atypical middle bent of the barn. b. A photograph of the loft showing the frame configuration along one side. c. A sketch floor plan of the Interior space arrangements along with the barn's exterior dimensions In feet. Iowa Department of Guttural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet Conrad and Anna Graf House Johnson Name of Property County In Iowa 7. Narrative Description Site Number 52-03269 This 2 -story single-family dwelling was built in ca.1880 according to the Tax Assessor's records. The 1879 Sanbom map, the earliest map to depict this section of East Bloomington Street, confirms its pfinence by that date. Property Transfer Records indicate that Conrad Graf bought the property in 1878 and the 1878-79 city directory shows his family residing at this location. The house is similar in design to two other houses built by Anton Geiger a1213 East Market Street and the Joseph Koza House at 618 East Davenport Street. The Graf House is built in the italianate Style with a front -gable roof plan and a combination flatthipped roof porch extending across the full front. The porch has a bracketed frieze and square columns resting on a brick balustrade. A sloping concrete ramp connects to the porch at the west end. The house's cornice line has elaborate paired brackets and the moderate pitched front -gable has returning cornices. An oval window inset in stone is centered beneath the gable peak. The three -bay front has the entrance opening with transom in the left (east) bay. Elaborate carved stone segmental arches with keystones are above the windows and door. Other fenestration elements include a bay window on the east fagade with a bracketed and dentiled cornice. All window sash are 1/1 double-hungs though the originals were probably configured as 2/2. The window openings on the first floor have wood panels extending to the floor?. The house is set on a stone foundation and its walls are constructed of brick probably produced at a local brickwork s. 8. Statement of Significance This house is an important local example of the Italianate Style, its scale and construction type uncommon in Iowa City. Though several changes have been made to the building (possible balustrade replacement and ramp addition), it retains its most important Italianate features. As a result, the house is eligible for the National Register under Criterion C. In addition, the building qualifies for the National Register because of its association with Iowa City's late 19" century brewing industry and the lives of two of its most important brewers, Conrad Graf and his son-in-law, Christian Senner. Conrad Graf came to Iowa City from Bavaria in 1874 and went to work in the brewery industry. The following year he married Annie Hotz, daughter of Simon Hotz, owner of the Union Brewery. Graf became proprietor of the Union Brewery located at 127-131 North Linn Street (National Register listed) and in ca. 1878 had this house built for his new family just a half block to the east. Christian Senner came to Iowa City in 1888 and went to work at the Union Brewery. In 1896, Senner married Conrad Grafs daughter, Anna M. Graf, When the Conrad died a few years later, Christian and Anna moved into the family house at 319 East Bloomington Street though they never owned it. In addition to being an important brewmaster, Senner was active in the German Aid Society in Iowa City. The house eventually passed to Anna's brothers, Otto Graf and William Graf. 9. Major Bibliographic References Aumer, Clarence. History ojJohnson County, Iowa. Cedar Rapids, Iowa: Western Publishing Co., 1912, p. 202. History ojJohnson County, Iowa. Iowa City, Iowa, 1883, p. 832. Keyes, Margaret. Nineteenth Cenlury Home Architecture ojlowa City, Iowa City: University of Iowa Press, 1966, pp. 74-75. Iowa City city directories, 1875-76, 1878-79, 1891-92, 1893-94, 1897-98, 1899-1900. Property Transfer Records, Johnson County Auditor's Office. Tax Assessor's Records, City of Iowa City Assessor. il36-1906, North Side Neighborhood Survey, 1981. Sanborn maps, 1879, 1888, 1892, 1899, 1906, 1912, 1920, 1926, 1933, and 1933 updated to 1970. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 13 of 24 Freerks opened the public hearing. Ginalie Swaim (Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission) noted that this house with its history and architecture showcases the unique character of the Northside Market Place and this house, 213 East Market Street, is specifically mentioned in the Central District Plan as an integral part of the area. It is one of two Italianate houses being discussed this evening that tell the story of this city's late 19 -century brewery industry and its brew masters. Anton Geiger built this Italianate house in 1870 after he built the Union Brewery, also known as the Hotz and Geiger Brewery, as Anton Geiger married Hotz's daughter. Geiger used similar architecture details on his house as he used on the brewery. Paired scrolled brackets with dentils in the frieze band under the roof overhang are some of those features. This house has been owned and cared for by Ann Hughes and the Wesley Foundation since 1945. Freerks closed the public hearing. Signs moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00009, an application to designate 213 East Market Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Central Business Support (CB -5) to CB -5 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-5/OHP). Parsons seconded the motion. Freerks noted there are two specific Comprehensive Plan goals related to this proposal (Goal 1 and Goal 10) and she believes this clearly meets those goals. She added that adding this home (and the next one on the agenda) to the Iowa City Historic Landmark really contributes to the planning goals for this whole area. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00008): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 319 E Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Miklo noted this property is also located in Central Planning District — North Market Place. It is zoned Central Business Service Zone. It is currently use as an office building, in addition to the historic building in the front, there is a modern addition in the back. It was built in the 1870s for Conrad and Ann Graff, who operated the brewery where the Blue Bird Diner is currently located. Like the previous property this property was specifically identified by the residents and business owners who participated in the Northside Market Planning Workshops as a key property to add to the projected properties in the Central Planning District. It possesses the scale and historic character that the community desires to preserve in this mixed use neighborhood. It preservation would be in compliance with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan, those of the Central District Plan as well as the Preservation Plan so staff is recommending approval. Freerks opened the public hearing. Ginalie Swaim (Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission) noted that this home is also related to the brewery history and Conrad Graf was a Bavaria immigrant that worked at the brewery and he married Anna Hotz, the other daughter of Simeon Hotz. They built this house in Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 14 of 24 1878-1879 and compared to the Geiger house this one is a more ornate Italianate style with elaborate frames around window in the peak and the arches over the second story windows. This house is also mentioned in the Central District Plan as an integral part of this area, this house has been well maintained over the decades and commercially used. It really is part of the story of historical brewing in Iowa City. Joy Smith (1317 Rochester) owns this property with her partner David Rust. Smith read prepared remarks regarding this property. We have always considered ourselves supporters of historic preservation. For manyyears we were members of the Friends of Historic Preservation. We have lived in the center of Iowa City since 1984- for 6 years at 523 Church Street, for 25 years at 915 Bloomington Street, and since 2016 at 1317 Rochester. We completely renovated the Bloomington Street home, an effort recognized in 1994 with a Certificate of Special Merit awarded by the IC Historic - Preservation Commission. With the building of our current home in 2016 we took particular care to assure that its design and construction integrated into the existing older homes that surround it. In 1999, we purchased the property at 319 Bloomington, which is now underconsideration for Historic Landmark designation. While we were certainly attracted by the original Italianate structure that anchors the building, we purchased the building as a commercial investment, recognizing that a significant percentage of the rentable commercialspacein the building is within the two non -historic additions. We have strived to maintain this property in a manner consistent with its character and respectful of its architectural features. However, it was never our intent to place the building on the National Register. Frankly, it was a disconcerting to us, as admirers of historic buildings and committed members of the Northside and Goosetown neighborhoods, to find ourselves opposed to an action of the Historic Preservation Commission. But, thatis where we stand. Weare here this evening to ask that you deny the request of the Historic Preservation Commission to designate 319 Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark. Although we are the owners of the building, we did notinvite this designation and we were not asked if we wished the City to proceed in this manner. Rather, we were informed of the Preservation Commission's intent after the decision to seek Historic Landmark designation was made. We understand the proposed designation is legal, but we do not think it is fair. Nor do we think it takes a comprehensive, thoughtful approach to planning for the North Market Square Neighborhood. Let us be clear. We do NOTobject to the zoning overlays that would require us to submit any plans forrepairs and improvements to an additional level of review. While the zoning overlay may incur extra renovation and repair cost for us in some situations, we are willing to bear thatcost. Ourobjection is that, unless the building is completely destroyed by fire or other natural disaster, the designation forbids the demolition of the building in perpetuity. 319 Bloomington is on a blockthatis ripe forredevelopment. Ourpropertyis adjoined to the south and westbytwolarge parkinglots (one of which is owned bythe City). On the eastitadjoins two houses thatare owned by Mercy Hospital. One of those houses is currently unoccupied. While we do not know what Mercy intends for those properties, it is a strong possibility that they will eventually demolish the homes. Developers who wish to purchase our property and put up yet another student apartment complex have approached us repeatedly. We have ignored those overtures. They are not aood for our neighborhood. We suspect that fear of more of this kind of development is one of the concerns that prompted the requests for Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 15 of 24 Historic Landmark designation. Othersin ourneighborhood have previouslyasked the Cityto facilitate a comprehensive planning process forthis very critical block. Such a process would bring together property owners and stakeholders from the neighborhood to envision future development for the entire block that is good for the property owners, residents of the neighborhood and the Cityas a whole. We heartilysupportthis approach. Designating 399 Bloomington as a Historic Landmark is not good planning. It is a shortsighted, fearful response to the unknown. It targets one small piece of property in isolation of any development that may occur around it and seeks to put restrictions on the property in perpetuity. It hamstrings us, as owners of the property, asking us to bear an inordinate amount of risk about how property surrounding us may be redeveloped with little flexibilityabout how we might position ourselves in that process. Because designation as a Historic Landmark is an overlay zone, rather than an historic neighborhood designation, none of the other property owners on this block are asked to bear the same risk. Finally, we are pleased thatyou are considering each proposed designation separately. The properties are not similarly situated and the owners have varying perspectives and interests. The best decision for a particular property is not necessarily correct foranother. Smith also thanked Jim Larew for his remarks because the issues of making a commercial property cash flow are part of what is at question here. This is not a residential house they live in. Freerks closed the public hearing Signs moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00008, an application to designate 319 E. Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Central Business Service (CB -2) to CB -2 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -2101-113). Parsons seconded the motion. Signs admitted he is struggling with this designation on this property (and perhaps a few others) for the very reasons the Smith raised. He applauds the Historic Preservation Commission for getting ahead of these things as opposed to the reactionary problem the City faced with the cottages on South Dubuque Street. His concern, particularly for this home, it that it is an island within a block of non -historic homes and it does potentially limit for property owners, on all sides of that property, what can be done in those area. He struggles with balancing the historic preservation needs and the needs of the greater community and neighborhoods. Signs noted the frustration is it got to this point, to the point where this historic house is surrounded by two parking lots. Signs referenced a property in Coralville where one older home has held out and new development has been created all around it likely leaving that one older home with diminished property value now. Freerks asked if Miklo could talk about the zoning of the properties surrounding this property. Miklo noted the area is zoned CB -2 and to the north a bit it changes to RNS-12. He added that with regards to the two parking lots, the goal is for those to eventually be built upon, but in the Northside Market Place Comprehensive Plan it talks about building at a smaller scale compatible with what is there now and not building large downtown sized buildings. Other new buildings in that area are of smaller nature as well. Miklo noted that Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 16 of 24 in terms of a Form -Based Code for this area the thought is they would codify what is there, and allow two, three or four story buildings (if there is a bonus allowed) for some of the infill. The goal is for a main street character, less density than downtown. Hektoen added that with the home at 319 East Bloomington Street, with the nonconforming additions those can be demolished and redeveloped. Freerks stated there are areas where there are islands of historic preservation throughout, the just voted on recommending one on North Dodge Street, and in this case a good portion of the lot could be developed, money could be made. Miklo noted that the difference of a landmark and a historic district is that a historic district is a whole area, and this whole neighborhood doesn't qualify for a historic district, so the Historic Preservation Commission had to look at individual structures to see what rose to such a special level in terms of architecture and history that is should be preserved as an individual property. There are other properties in this area that are old, more than 50 years old, but they don't rise to the level of character or have the background this property does. Signs stated he also is struggling with another piece of this, because this planning process with the North District is ongoing they know there is interest in coming up with a plan (for some time) for this area, it seems premature to make these designations before that plan is complete. Miklo said the current plan in place specifically identifies these two buildings (213 East Market and 319 East Bloomington) being appropriate for preservation. The goal of the next planning process is to come up with designs that are compatible for other lots in this area. Martin asked if the homeowners (Smith and Rust) contacted either Miklo or Swaim to ask about repercussions for the landmark designation. Miklo stated there was an open house back in October when they invited property owners to explain the process, ramifications, and regulations and after that there was a public hearing at the Historic Preservation Commission level. Freerks noted that living in a conservation area near downtown herself, she understands the burden of rising property taxes and feels perhaps the City could find solutions to help alleviate some of the tax burden for structures that are designated as landmarks so there is some type of give-and-take. People are being asked to maintain their structures and uphold them in the community, which can be more than honorable, so the City should also assist. Signs agreed that would be a great idea. Miklo noted that topic came up on the discussions with the property owners, and there is a provision in the Iowa Code that allows counties to abate property taxes on historic properties. Therefore it is on the Historic Preservation Commission's work program to explore that option with the Council. Martin added that while she is supportive of this, as she wants to see these special properties preserved, her hesitation is designating this particular property at 319 East Bloomington Street without the support of the homeowner. Hektoen noted the Planning & Zoning Commission role as is to review the designations for compliance to the Comprehensive Plan. The homeowner has the right to object to this at the City Council level and could provoke a super majority approval. Freerks noted there are three specific Comprehensive Plan goals related to this proposal (Goal 1, Goal 7 and Goal 10) and she believes this clearly meets those goals and while she respects Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 17 of 24 the homeowner's views, she is in favor of the designation. Signs understands as well the parameters of what the Planning & Zoning Commission is charged to do and therefore will reluctantly vote to approve this. A vote was taken and the motion carried 6-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00006): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 412 N Dubuque Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Miklo sated this property is also located in the Central Planning District. It is zoned High Density Multi Family and currently contains one dwelling. It was built shortly after the Civil War. The Central District Plan encourages the investment in older housing stock and the maintenance of a variety of housing. Designation of 412 N Dubuque Street would help achieve these goals as well as the goal to identify and protect historic properties. Therefore staff finds this in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan and recommends approval. Freerks opened the public hearing. Ginalie Swaim (Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission) noted this is a more modest one-story brick cottage built in the 1860s which is associated with early brick makers and masons. The house is associated with Sylvanus Johnson, purportedly the first brick maker in town, David Boarts, a brick mason and eventually a prominent Iowa City builder. In preservation the small simple house can be as significant as a large elaborate house and this home represents the early brick cottages in Iowa City and there are very few remaining examples so that is why this should be landmarked. Freerks closed the public hearing Parson moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00006 an application to designate the property located at 412 N Dubuque Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) to RM -44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM -44/01-113). Theobald seconded the motion. Freerks noted there are three specific Comprehensive Plan goals related to this proposal (Goal 1, Goal 7 and Goal 10) and she believes this clearly meets those goals. Martin asked if this property becomes a historic landmark would the owners have to change the front door. Miklo said they would not have to change it but if they decided to do so the City would provide direction for a door more suitable. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00007): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 9 of 19 319 East Bloomington Street. Bristow said this property is the Conrad and Anna Graf House. She said that Conrad Graf was also involved with the brewery, and Anna Graf was the daughter of the Hotz who was part of the Geiger-Hotz Brewery. Bristow said that after the original Hotz and Geiger had passed on, Conrad Graf became more fully involved in the brewery. She said that again, one can look at this as a property that is part of the whole brewery area and kind of a suite of buildings. Bristow stated that this is also an Italianate house. She said it has a beautiful oval window in the front gable that has been noted by many authors including Keyes, and Irving Weber. Bristow said the house was built in 1878 to 1879, so about eight to nine years later than the Geiger House. Bristow said the house has beautiful lintels and a beautiful door and also has an asymmetrical facade. She said that the porch has been altered a little bit. Bristow said that one can see that there is a bay on the west side. She added that there is also a small addition that was probably some kind of one-story kitchen addition originally. Bristow said there is a more recent, more modern addition on the back. Bristow said that, like the first property discussed, these additions are very sensitively done. Because of the fact that they are in the back, she said that they are not impacting the street view and the main facade of the house. Bristow said the house is wonderfully preserved and intact and has many of its original details. She showed a map and pointed out the property's proximity to the other landmark properties in the area, including the brewery, the Geiger House, and the bakery. Bristow said that staff finds that this property meets criteria A and B, as stated; as well as criterion C, because it is associated with the whole brewery area and the brewers themselves; and D, because it is associated with Conrad Graf and Anna Hotz, and they were associated with the brewery of Hotz and Geiger. Swaim opened the public hearing. Rust said that he and his wife, Joy Smith, own this property. He read his statement, saying there are a couple of general things they want to talk about and also some more specific questions. Rust read the following statement: We own the property at 319 Bloomington which has been used for commercial purposes since the early 1960's and which we purchased for commercial use in 1999. We have long supported historic preservation in Iowa City. This is demonstrated by our purchase of the building at 319 Bloomington Street, our maintenance of the building for the nearly twenty years we've owned it and by our renovation of the home we occupied for 25 years at 915 Bloomington Street. We have two general comments about the timing and process of this historic landmark proposal. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 10 of 19 We believe it would be wise to delay this process until after the federal and State tax legislation is negotiated and voted on. At the federal level, the House bill eliminates tax credits for improvements to historic landmark buildings. The Senate bill preserves them. It is unknown whether credits will be included in the final bill. The State Legislature is chomping at the bit to pass tax cut legislation. Our local legislators predict this legislation will be a top priority for the majority party in the coming session. No one knows what will be included in this bill. Tax credits are one of the primary incentives for property owners of historic landmark buildings. It seems unfair to ask property owners to support this designation until the immediate future of tax credits is determined. We would also prefer to have our building in the 319 block of Bloomington considered for this designation at the same time that other buildings in the 300 block are considered. City staff and a Commission member have told us that preparatory research is under way to designate the other red brick historic property in the 300 block as an historic landmark. We think all properties on this block should be considered at the same time. We don't necessarily think it is reasonable to place this designation and its attendant restrictions on one property and not another. Now some more specific questions We have reviewed the Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook and have a few questions. Section 2.8 of the Handbook indicates that if the City denies a permit to a property owner, one option available to the owner is to apply for economic hardship status. The handbook includes the following language: The property in question cannot yield a reasonable return if required to comply with the requirements and standards specified in this Article. It is not sufficient to show that the potential return will be reduced as a result of these regulations, but rather it must be demonstrated that the resulting reduction would be near confiscation. What does this statement mean with regard to a commercial building? How is this a reasonable standard for a commercial building that by its very nature should be income producing? Our property has two non -conforming additions. What restrictions would apply to any modifications we wish to make to those additions in the future? Would the modifications to these additions have to meet the standard for historic landmark buildings or would they be considered as non -historic additions and be held to this lesser standard? Next, if a non -conforming alteration has been made to a building prior to its designation as an historic landmark, can the owner be required to return that portion of the building to a conforming standard or situation? Finally, there is parking at the front of our building. At some point the concrete on that parking area will need to be replaced. Would this require approval by the Commission? If so, could the approval be denied because the lot is "in front" of the building? Parking is always a major asset for a commercial property. Bristow said she could answer at least some of the questions, although she might have to research the question about economic hardship, as it is not something she has looked into much. She asked Swaim if that has been a frequent issue, and Swaim said she did not recall a time when that was a consideration. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 11 of 19 Regarding the additions, Bristow said that there is no requirement that an owner change anything that is currently on the property once it becomes a landmark. She said there would not be a requirement, for example, to take the more modern addition in the back and make it look like the house or make any changes to it whatsoever. Bristow said that if the owners wanted to remove that addition and build something else, it would come before the Commission. She said that because it is not historic, there would be some review process that it would go under. Bristow said however, that it could be say, removed, and then rebuilt in a different way. Bristow said that the kind of kitchen addition with the gable is likely historic. She said that removing that would most likely be problematic. Rust asked about the other additions. Bristow said that an application would be required because they are part of the property, but if Rust wanted to remove one of those additions and have it not be there, the Commission would likely approve that kind of thing. She stated that if Rust wanted to remove one of those additions and build something else or a different configuration of addition, staff would work through to get something that would be approved. Rust said that any kind of repairs or that sort of thing he would just do in keeping with that particular part of the structure would then be acceptable. Bristow said that is basically accurate. She said that Rust would put in applications for those, and it would be just making sure that things are done right. Bristow said that because this property has been kept up so well, she doubted that there would be any issues with that. Bristow said that beyond the tax credits, there are zoning incentives. She said there might be a possibility of waiving some parking requirements, depending on use. Bristow said there are waivers that the zoning officials can make if an historic property is protected - if an owner decides to develop the property further. Regarding the parking itself, Bristow said it would be grandfathered in. She stated that there should not be an issue unless the owners would want to say expand parking into the front yard, which could be problematic. Bristow said that if the owners need to redo the concrete or change it to blacktop or those types of things, they would put in an application if the project requires a building permit. She said that otherwise, there would not be an issue. Bristow said she would let the owners know what she finds out about the economic hardship item in the Handbook. Trimble said that about three years ago she and Corcoran did go through all of these landmarks. She said that she wanted to let Rust know that these landmark proposals have been in progress for more than two years. Trimble stated that the fact that this has finally been allowed to come up is unfortunate timing with the tax credits. She said, however, that when this process was initiated, there was no inkling in anyone's mind that tax credits might be going away, since they make more money for the federal treasury than any other form of tax credits. Swaim closed the public hearing HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 12 of 19 Boyd said he appreciates the thoughtfulness of the property owner's comments. He said that these are sometimes not easy decisions, and he always appreciates when people come in having really been thoughtful about what the process is and weighing all kinds of things. Agran mentioned the comment about lumping the property in with other potential properties and asked if, in terms of how one looks at designating properties in the future, designating this property now would not change anything about the argument surrounding future properties. Bristow said she believes that is correct. She said that ultimately this property is being looked at alone and on its own. Bristow said it does have associations with existing buildings in the area, and so that just adds to its significance. She said the other buildings on that block that Rust had mentioned are being researched and are potentially going to come before the Commission in the future, probably individually and not necessarily as a district. Bristow said there is not anything in the works in terms of a formal district right here at this point. She said the discussion is about individual properties. Bristow said these are being looked at as a group of residential brick structures. She said that their uses might not currently be wholly residential, but originally they were built to be residential. Bristow said staff and the Commission are not looking right now at commercial buildings or that kind of thing, just because this group is residential, brick structures. Swaim stated that this is more of a thematic grouping. Boyd said that the Commission is in a place to try to move on these things, since there has been a backlog on trying to move them through as groups. He said that this is not the last of these that the Commission will be looking at. Boyd said the Commission has heard from the development community about providing some proactive clarity about where these things are. He said he thinks the Commission should move on that, and there are other opportunities for people to weigh in. MOTION: Kuenzli moved to grant local landmark designation to the property at 319 East Bloomington Street based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria, a, b, c, and d. Baker seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 8-0 (Clore. DeGraw, and Wagner absent). 504 East Bloominaton Street Bristow stated that this is the George and Helen Hummer house and was built in 1880. She said that it has Italianate details as well as Victorian details. Bristow showed the front gable structure and said that while originally a porch wrapped around both sides of that, now it is divided into separate porticos. She showed the cross gable on the side and said that it is partially bracketed. Bristow said the house really shows elements of the Victorian architecture in the gables, while some of the details show a little bit of the Italianate that is left over in the heavy cornice with its brackets as well. She showed how the cross gable comes out and where the front porch originally did wrap around to both sides. Bristow said this is really a very grand house. Bristow said that Helen Hummer originally owned most of this block. Bristow said that it was unusual for a woman in the 1800s to be kind of a land speculator. She said that Helen Hummer We wish to offer our thoughts about the proposal now before this Commission concern- ing six properties located within the Northside neighborhood. We preface these com- ments affirming our commitment to and the benefit of preserving historic properties. We hope to make three points: The thought and research that went into gathering these properties into one p opos- al is commendable. The properties are consistent and cohesive from an historic per- spective. Given the unfortunate history destroying the Civil War cottages, as only one example, the impulse to gather properties together for proposed protection is a good thing. While grouping the properties is understandable, the Commission will note the properties' very individual character. We opened each link to view the pro- posed properties and were struck by how dissimilar their situations appear. For ex- ample, the 1029 North Dodge Street property (corner of Hilltop Tavern and Prairie du Chien) is one of the first homes seen coming in from the north on Highway 1, an anchor property surrounded by a largely settled array of businesses and homes. By contrast, the property at 319 Bloomington, embedded in the Northside Market Place, exists in a block whose future is much up in the air. This commercial property is like an island set among parking lots (one City -owned), bordered by two older frame houses (one unoccupied) owned by Mercy Hospital, which may well be converted into hospital -related purposes in future. The Commission must approach each of these proposed properties with consideration given to their dissimilarities as well as their historic similarities. 2. The North Marketplace deserves careful attention and planning by the City and the neighborhood, not spot zoning. At several neighborhood discussions, over a year or more, with the City, its consultants and with developers, Northside neighbors have urged a comprehensive planning process for the larger Northside business district, most especially but not exclusively the block in which 319 Bloomington is located. There is such enormous potential waiting to be revealed and tapped on this block. Singling out by an historic designation one prop- erty from the surrounding properties does not advance the goal of thoughtful planning. Even more notable, it leaves the potential for other property owners on the block to build as they will. We need more discussion about how to have development of the historic Northside Marketplace. 3. While historic designation of individual properties without owner consent is legal, it may be unfair. We are familiar with, supported, lived under and, indeed, developed, within the City's commendable framework to designate historic neighborhoods. The proposal before this Commission does not, however, create an area or neighborhood. Under this new con- cept, the Commission must consider that selecting parcels for individualized designa- tion, however their historic appeal, may result in disproportionate burdens on property owners, burdens that are bourn in perpetuity. Large-scale developers seek and are granted TIFs and other incentives to build projects, by definition deemed to be in the public interest. Unlike large scale developers, property owners who complete historic preservation projects get no such financial incentives or relief for their contributions, all the while welcoming City accolades. For these reasons, we request that the Commission: 1. Consider carefully each of the aforesaid properties in the context of its unique situa- tion. As a first step, those properties whose owners agree with no opposition may be approved now. More complicated decisions should be deferred for future discussion and consideration. 2. Recognize the singular nature of the Northside Marketplace area and take steps to advance concepts to drive future development of the area as an historic entity. Respectfully submitted, Linda McGuire and Anne Burnside 610/618Ronalds Street From: Dan Cummins <cummins4dp@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2018 10:50 AM To: PlanningZoning Public Subject: Designation of Historic Homes as Iowa City Landmarks Dear Members of Planning and Zoning Commission, I want to express my support for designating the properties noted below as Iowa City Historic Landmarks. Each of these properties captures a piece of the unique history of Iowa City, both architecturally, and through the stories that they tell. Visitors to Iowa City often comment that these type of properties are what make our town unique and comparable to other bigger cities in the US and in Europe that value historic structures. People that have relocated to our community often note that, unlike others towns, our leaders have had the courage to preserve the past. Please vote to designate these properties as Iowa City Landmarks. • 1029 N. Dodge St • 504 E. Bloomington St • 213 E. Market St • 319 E. Bloomington St. • 412 N. Dubuque St • 410-412 N. Clinton St • 715 West Park Road Thank you, Dan Cummins 12 Bella Vista Place r 05-15-18 ►"�'�p°� CITY OF IOWA CITY 6e '4� MEMORANDUM Date: March 9, 2018 To: Planning and Zoning Commission From: Jessica Bristow, Historic Preservation Planner and Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern Re: Designation of 410-412 North Clinton Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00007) Background: In 2015 the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, began a study of Historic Properties that had been identified as possibly eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places but were not yet protected by zoning designations. The house at 412 North Clinton Street was identified as one of these key historic properties. The enclosed Iowa Site Inventory Form and Information Sheet provide a discussion of the building's history and architecture. The property had the street address of 412 North Clinton Street until the rear addition was built and given the address 410 North Clinton. The entire property is included in the rezoning application and therefore both addresses are given. The two-story brick Italianate- style house at 412 North Clinton Street was built in 1865 and is associated with several prominent figures in Iowa City's history, including Dr. Milton B. Cochrane, a member of the corps of surgeons during the Civil War, and Samuel Sharpless, a director of the Johnson County Savings Bank. The building is currently used as multi -family housing. Historic Preservation Commission Review: The Historic Preservation Commission met December 14, 2017 and conducted a public hearing at which they reviewed and evaluated the historic significance of 410-412 North Clinton Street. The Commission determined that the property meets the requirements for a landmark and voted unanimously to recommend approval of the designation of 410-412 North Clinton Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. The building is significant for its architecture and association with prominent citizens of Iowa City. Landmark designation for 410-412 North Clinton Street, a property in a High Density Multifamily Residential (RM -44) zone, will require Historic Preservation Commission approval of any significant changes to the exterior of the building. Neither the garage nor the rear addition is contemporaneous with the historic house so they may be removed, rebuilt, and remodeled provided the design does not detract from the historic integrity of the building. Landmark status will also make the property eligible for special exceptions (Section 14-213-8 of the zoning code) that allow the Board of Adjustment to waive or modify certain zoning requirements to help support the continued use of historic buildings. Landmark designation will also make it possible for financial incentives such as tax credits and the Iowa City Historic Preservation Fund to be available. Planning and Zoning Commission Review: Landmark Designation is a zoning overlay and therefore requires a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission to the City Council. The Commission's role is to review the proposed designation based on its relation to the Comprehensive Plan and proposed public improvements and plans for renewal of the area involved. There are two specific areas of the Comprehensive Plan that appear to apply to this proposal: 1), the Central District Plan and 2). the Historic Preservation Plan. The subject property is located within Subarea A of the Central District. The Central District Plan discusses challenges this area faces in terms of balancing the needs of different housing types and residents, including many student rentals. The plan encourages the provision of incentives to maintain, improve, and reinvest in older housing stock in the area, which can include incentives tied to historic preservation (Central District Plan pg 14). The designation of 410-412 March 8, 2018 Page 2 North Clinton Street as a historic landmark would contribute to this goal, along with the broader Comprehensive Plan goal of preserving historic resources and reinvesting in older neighborhoods (Central District Plan pg 2). Neighborhoods that are closest to the University benefit from a mixture of housing types including historic resources where a diversity of people can live and work or go to school in the vicinity. The Historic Preservation element of the Comprehensive Plan contains 3 specific goals relating to this proposal. Goal 1: Identify historic resources significant to Iowa City's Past. Under this goal the Commission is charged with continuing to research and evaluate properties and to pursue local landmark designation when appropriate. This proposal of landmark overlay zoning for the property at 410-412 North Clinton Street is a direct result of the Historic Preservation Commission working toward Goal 1. Goal 7: Establish and implement historic preservation objectives for the University of Iowa Campus and surrounding neighborhoods. Objective 7 of this Goal specifically supports efforts to preserve historic neighborhoods adjacent to the University Campus as the Campus expands, including avoiding negative impacts on individual historic resources. Local Landmark designation for 410-412 North Clinton Street promotes this objective by identifying this historic property as an area that is not appropriate for redevelopment. Goal 10: Adopt strategies to preserve historic neighborhoods which reflect their organic development, historical roles and traditions, modern needs, and economic health and stability. In the Dubuque Street Corridor neighborhood, which includes this section of Clinton Street, Objective 2 provides more specific direction. Objective 2: Identify prospective sites for future redevelopment which will not adversely impact historic resources and include properties that are not individually eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Local Landmark designation for 410-412 North Clinton Street promotes this objective. The landmark designation sought by the Historic Preservation Commission conforms with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan — providing incentives to maintain and improve older housing stock, especially near the University Campus and identifying historic resources that are not currently protected by landmark designation. In staff's opinion, preservation of 410-412 North Clinton Street would not be in conflict with plans for redevelopment in the area but would actively promote a diversity of housing stock and the preservation of historic resources. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of REZ18-00007, an application to designate 410-412 North Clinton Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) to RM -44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM-44/OHP). Attachments: 1. Location Map 2. Information Sheet 3. Iowa Site Inventory Form 4. Correspondence \� Approved by: Tracy HightO pe, Dir for DepartmentloVNeighborhoodand Development Services a�\lt 410-412 N. Clinton Street - 0 0.00 ; 0.01 0.02 Mile, • • I Prepm•ed PY: Sylvia Rochner i �. ! _ Dam Prepm'ed: December 2017 LNEL iF. xas+1.�..^tr -p. t tram .IrZ:liSlill!•J'• a+ i 1 :J ' -tits. °tip �. �_ �� _ �i•�'_ _.. . a • r I � � a n 1 • a a 'T • p" r An * r application • • by • Iowa City for rezoning of 12,000 square feet of property located at 410-412 Street from Density Multi -Family• • . • • • • / 1 + Cochrane-Sharpless-Dennis House 410-412 North Clinton 412 North Clinton Street, built in 1865, is a two-story brick Italianate with a low -sloped side gabled roof. Unlike typical Italianate houses where the brackets are part of an elaborate cornice in this house, here the simple cornice is supported on paired brackets. The full -width front porch has paired columns and decorative brackets composed of carved curling tendrils similar to the cornice brackets. The symmetrical fagade includes a classically detailed center entry with narrow sidelights and transom with deeply recessed trim. Floor -to -ceiling 4 -over -6 double -hung windows are symmetrically placed on the first floor. The second -floor windows have heavy stone sills and lintels. The central window is 4 -over -6 like the first -floor windows, and the windows on each side are smaller 4 -over -4. The front fagade also has original shutters. Dr. Milton B. Cochrane settled in Iowa City in 1854. He was a surgeon in the 1st Iowa Cavalry and then promoted to the corps of surgeons of the United States Volunteers during the Civil War. He was a member of the State Historical Society from 1857 until his death in 1898. In 1859-1860 he was a member of the Iowa City School Board. After the war he was appointed the first Superintendent of the Soldiers' Orphans Home at Davenport until he resigned in 1867. In the early 1880s he was appointed surgeon of an Indian Agency in Wisconsin. Samuel Sharpless and his wife, Priscilla (Crain) Sharpless, owned this property from 1867 until at least 1915, when Priscilla died in the house. Sharpless was a director of the Johnson County Savings Bank, supervisor of various farming industries, and a member of the Iowa City Council. In 1917 Edwin E. Dennis and his wife, Anna (Tantlinger) Dennis, bought the house and passed it on to their daughter Gertrude Dennis in 1936. Gertrude taught music, was an active Presbyterian, and served as part of the local Art Circle. She owned the house until 1965. 412 North Clinton is significant for its architecture and association with prominent citizens of Iowa City. _- e. - IOWA SITE INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET Survey ID Number 52-010-D 041 Database ID Number Street Address 410-412 N. Clinton St. City Iowa city County Johnson Legal Description: (If Rural) Township Range Section Quarter of Quarter of Roll / Frame 10 / 7 Looking NE - shows baric kaki ition at rear A', 0 Property Characteristic Form - Residential CFN 239-1402 Survey IDNumber 52-010-D 041 8/25/89 Database ID Number . trcet Address 410-412 N. Clinton St. City Iowa City County Johnson Legal Description: (If Rural) Township Range Section Quarter of Quarter Of Location Integrity: Original Site _ Moved _ Moved to Original Site Endangered? N_ or Y_ If yes, why? Ground Plan: a. Building Shape(s) Ell w/addition b. Width by Depth� in units Architectural Style/Stybstic Influences Key Stylistic Attributes Code late Victorian: Italianate Bracketed eaves,transan & sidelights 42 tall slender windows 412 410 2 4 Materials: Foundation Stone Poured concrete 40 100 Walls Brick Brick 30 30 Roof Metal Asphalt 50 80 Number of Stories i j Roof Shape Gable - very low pitch / Gable 1 1 Builder(s) Unknown Architect(s) Unkmwn gtnal Construction Date _ 1865 Modification/Addition Dates: 9-' unit apartment building added to rear in 199? Note double end chimneys, original exterior shutters arra original porch. Continuation Shat f 1 Significant Interior Components: All original except for baths and kitchen Continuation (;h= .0 1 Surveyor Comments: 412 is very old with Italianate detailings (brackets, long windows, etc.) 410 is apartment building attached to rear of 412. Brick built for M. B. Cochran in 1865 (from real estate appraisement records.) Continuation Shat 11 Sources: Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps: 1888, 1892, 1899, 1906, 1912, 1920, 1926, 1933. Keyes pp 59-60 a information provided by Present owner Beds Further Study/Anomaly [ ] Continuation Shat [ Surveyor mo aski/Erwin/Kugler Date 1995-96 IOWA SITE INVENTORY FORM EVALUATION SHEET ADDRESS: 410-412 North Clinton SURVEY ID # 52-010—DO41 Iowa City, IA REVIEWED BY: Molly Myers Naumann, Consultant DATE: February 1996 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE & ASSOCIATED CONTEXTS: Dubuque/Linn Street Corridor: 1839—c.1946 APPLICABLE NRHP CRITERIA: AB _ C _X_ D _ NRHP ELIGIBILITY: INDIVIDUAL_ YES _XNO _ CONSERVATION DISTRICT: CONTRIBUTING_ _X_ NON—CONTRIBUTING _ This Iwo story brick residence from c.1865 is a good example of Ilalianate residential design. The house is rectangular with a small two story wing to the rear. It features a symmetrical three bay facade, the entry having both transom and sidelights. On the first floor two narrow floor—length windows are paired on each side of the entrance. At the second floor level the windows appear as pairs, but without space between them. Both sills and lintels are of stone. Paired Italianale brackets are located at the cornice. The original end chmneys and exterior shutters are in place. The front porch extends across the entire facade and features slender paired posts, square in shape with chamfered corners. Delicate scroll brackets top each of the porch posts. The pitch of the gable roof is unusually low, one indication of a fairly early dale. Although a multi—unit apartment building has been attached to this house at the rear, the integrity of the original structure remains quite high. It is considered to be individually eligible as a good example of its period and style, and is considered to a be a strong contributing structure in the Clinton Street Conservation District. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE & ASSOCIATED CONTEXTS: Dubuque/Linn Street Corridor: 1839—c.1946 APPLICABLE NRHP CRITERIA: A X BC_ D NRHP ELIGIBILITY: INDIVIDUAL YES _X__ NO _ CONSERVATION DISTRICT: CONTRIBUTING _X_ NON—CONTRIBUTING The Cochrane—Dennis House from c.1865 illustrates the development of the north part of Iowa City in the years following the removal of the state capital to Des Moines. The location of the State University of Iowa here in 1855, and the arrival of the railroad in 1856, ensured the continued growth of the former seat of state government. The Cochrane—Dennis House and the Dey House across the street at 507 North Clinton appear to be the last remaining examples of early residential design in this neighborhood. Both are good examples of the Italianate style and both have been well maintained. They demonstrate the use of mass—produced building materials that became available with the arrival of the railroad. The university was housed in the Old Capitol and two other buildings located on what is know known as the Pentacrest. The area to the north was a logical location for both faculty and students to live. Clinton Street appears to have always been the western edge of the so—called North Side Neighborhood, and even from the earliest days may have been considered to be separate. The Cochrane—Dennis House is considered to be individually eligible and is also a solid contributing structure in the proposed conservation district. PREPARED BY: Molly Myers Naumann, Consultant PHONE: (515) 682-2743 ADDRESS: 167 W. Alta Vista, Ottumwa, IA 52501 DATE: February 1986 AFFILIATION: Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission ADDRESS: 401 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240 PHONE: (319) 356-5243 Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 18 of 25 REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00007): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 410-412 N Clinton Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Miklo stated this property is also located in the Central Planning District and is also zoned High Density Multi -Family Residential. It is currently used for multi -family dwelling units, the property also includes a non -historic addition in the back as well as a garage. Miklo explained that in a situation like this where there are non -historic elements of the property, the Historic Preservation Guidelines provide a lot of flexibility on how those are treated. They can be removed or replaced. If replaced the goal would be any replacement to be compatible in design with the historic structure. The Central District Plan encourages the investment in older housing stock as well as the maintenance of a variety of housing and this particular building is a good example of that, it has multiple dwellings in the building and contributes to the variety of housing in the neighborhood. Designation of 410-412 North Clinton Street would help achieve that goal as well as the more general goal of identifying and preserving historic properties. Freerks opened the public hearing. Ginalie Swaim (Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission) noted this is one of the oldest brick houses discussed tonight in the Italianate style, it dates back to 1865 and has considerable historic integrity with the windows, doors and brackets in the porch. The second - floor windows have heavy stone sills and lintels and original shutters. Additionally this home is historic due to its association with prominent citizens, the first owner was Dr. Milton B. Cochrane, he served on the school board and went on to serve as a Civil War surgeon and then became the first Superintendent of the Soldiers' Orphans Home at Davenport. The next owners were Samuel Sharpless and his wife, Priscilla (Crain) Sharpless. Samuel Sharpless was a director of the Johnson County Savings Bank, supervisor of various farming industries, and a member of the Iowa City Council. Later the home was owned by the Dennis family, specifically Gertrude Dennis who was locally involved in arts and music. Swaim noted it is remarkable that a house dating back to the 1860s is still housing Iowa City residents all these years later. Miklo added that after some research there are fewer than two dozen buildings surviving from the Civil War in Iowa City. Christopher Jones (Attorney, Neuzil, Sanderson & Sigafoose) is representing owner of the property, Robert Crane, and wanted to state that he is not aware by law that the Planning & Zoning Commission is only to look at the Comprehensive Plan as that limits them to how they can vote only following the staff recommendation. That would appear as only a rubber stamp and he encourages them to think beyond what the staff recommends. He notes this property is particularly unique in that it is zoned as high-density residential property. Mr. Crane is opposing this landmark designation for various reasons. Mr. Crane is a licensed real estate broker and appraiser with over 40 years of appraisal experience and believes the negative impact on his valuation will be significant and extreme. The purposes of historic preservation in Iowa City include stabilizing and improving property values and strengthening the economy of the city. The significant decrease in value is an unfair burden for Mr. Crane to bear without compensation from the City. Rather than preserving and improving Mr. Crane's property value, this designation will lower his value and may reduce the values of adjoining properties. This property differs from other single-family homes in residential neighborhoods because it has Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 19 of 25 significantly higher income potential than most other residential properties due to the high- density zoning in this location. Consequently, the restrictions from the historic landmark zoning will significantly reduce the property's value and burden Mr. Crane far more than other property owners who own older homes in Iowa City. Additionally this property has been significantly altered. The 1965 addition changed the character of this property so that a majority of the construction on the property is clearly not historic. This apartment building is nine units attached to the older home, although it is not connected inside and they do not share any common space. Mr. Crane has owned this property since 1981 and has been renting it out, to mostly low-income individuals, currently there are nine units of housing in the rooming house that rent for $450.00 per month per room. The one -bedroom apartments in the 1965 addition are self-sufficient units and each rent for $560.00 per month. The rent for Mr. Crane's one -bedroom apartments are approximately 30% less than the $822 month average rent in Iowa City. Most of the tenants on this property are not students. Mr. Crane has been helping Iowa City meet the objective of providing affordable housing since buying the property in 1981 in a neighborhood that has a convenient location near the downtown business district that has good access to public transportation. The historic landmark zoning regulations will impose additional burdens and costs on operating this property that will be passed to tenants, many of whom have very low incomes. These additional costs that will be passed to the tenants make the City's objective of having affordable housing more difficult to achieve. Robert Crane (410-412 N. Clinton Street) stated he's owned this property since 1981 and has run it as a rooming house which has not been easy and is more difficult than apartments. He has kept it as a rooming house in favor of the lower income people, many of the people that live there are on assistance or help of some sort, and he works with that in his rents. He is very concerned about this restoration stamp being placed on the home and any repairs and updates will have to be kept at the 1865 style of the home will be very expensive. If that is to happen, the gross expenses will go up, the income will go down, and so the result will need to be higher rents. He is very concerned about the net income picture, he is also concerned about the diminishment of value. He is an appraiser, he started work in November 1964, and a diminishment in value means a loss in value. He has proof, one buyer that has been interested in the property for some number of years but has now said "if it gets a restoration stamp on it I am not interested". Crane questions what the Commission thinks it will cost him if this goes forward. He also notes that more importantly this is not a good fit, when the nine unit apartment was added in 1965 that destroyed the historic image of this building and it does not belong in a historic register. It is just not a good fit. He would appreciate the Commission's consideration to have this not move forward. Swaim countered that there is no restoration stamp, and that is not even a term they use in determining these landmarks. If Mr. Crane was going to do improvements to his property that required a building permit after the landmark status then the permit would have to go before the Historic Preservation Commission. If the improvements were on the 1965 addition the Historic Preservation Commission would not require that the addition look like it was part of the 1865 home. In terms of non -historic components on a historic building, the Historic Preservation Commission is generally quite flexible in allowing renovations. This house has maintained its 19 -century elements and would ask that those be retained, and kept in good repair, but they would not ask him to do anything. The procedure to get a design review is quite straightforward and streamlined, often approved by staff. In terms of the addition destroying the historical integrity of the house, from the back it does look strange, but it was put on without destroying the original integrity of the house. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 20 of 25 Miklo added that the City does not require someone to proactively restore a building, they will provide some incentives, but not demand that a building be restored. He also noted that one of the goals of the Central District Plan, is preservation of affordable housing stock and this house is unique with fairly small rooming units and one -bedroom units. If this house was to be removed and new construction was to be placed here, rent per bedroom would probably be considerably more. Signs noted that it is a pretty deep lot, could an owner demolish the modern addition and build anything new on the back half of the property. Miklo said that could be a possibility, the design of it would be reviewed by the Historic Preservation Commission to show it is compatible. Jones addressed the concerns about being directed to restore the building and pointed to section 7.2 of the Historic Preservation handbook does make it very clear that the Historic Preservation Commission may file a petition with the City Building Office to require an investigation into any applicable building or structural problems due to neglect or deterioration. Therefore the Historic Preservation Commission can initiate proceedings to require repairs. The handbook goes on to say "failure to comply with the stated action may result in penalties and/or legal action" so to say the landmark designation does not require any additional repairs is false, because it does allow the Historic Preservation Commission to initiate proceedings it wouldn't otherwise be authorized to initiate. He understands any property not meeting Building Codes could cause City initiation, but with the addition of the landmark designation the Historic Preservation Commission can initiate proceedings it wouldn't otherwise be able. Miklo confirmed that what Jones stated was true, but it was also the same standards the Building Official apply during a routine rental inspection. Freerks asked if the Historic Preservation Commission had ever initiated a case such as that. Miklo would have to check records, he could not recall. He added as a rental property it is required to be maintained. Jones is strongly urging the Planning & Zoning Commission to reject this proposal, but if they do approve his client would like to pursue separating the back portion of the property perhaps with a survey and new legal description and have the zoning overlay end at the end of the older home. Hektoen noted that at the time of a redevelopment it could be addressed. Miklo added that the advantages to the property owner for having the whole property under the historic overlay zone is the allowance of developmental rights and other exceptions that come with a landmark designation overlay. Signs agreed and noted he was inquiring about that earlier to see if it was possible to demolish the addition part and perhaps redevelop it for more income possibilities. Signs asked if this item could be deferred so options could be researched for these people. He also stated that in the future when historical buildings are discussed they should have photos of the buildings from all angles. Freerks closed the public hearing. Signs moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00007, an application to designate 410- 412 North Clinton Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) to RM44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM- 44/OHP). Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 21 of 25 Martin seconded the motion. Signs noted he is more inclined to approve this as he learns there are options for the property owner that could be economically viable. Freerks agreed it was good to have the conversation about options as well as the benefits for the historical designation. She reiterated that no one wants to push undue burden on a homeowner and also would like the City to look into a way for some tax relief on these types of properties. Theobald said that she first noticed the historic and attractive qualities of this building several years ago and is glad to see that the City is being proactive regarding its preservation. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. DEVELOPMENT ITEM (SUB18-00002): Discussion of an application submitted by University Lake Partners, II for preliminary plat of Forest Hills Estates, a 53.29 -acre 5 -lot subdivision with 4 residential lots and 1 commercial office lot located south of Interstate 80 west of Prairie Du Chien Road. Miklo noted that the Commission recommended approval of rezoning this area a few weeks ago, this action would be to create the five lots that were shown in the Planned Development Overlay Plan. Lot one is for the commercial office, lot two for seven townhouses, lot three for the senior housing, lot four for townhouses, and lot five for townhouses. Outlot A would be permanent open space and preservation of the woodlands and Outlot B will be dedicated to the City and become part of the right-of-way for Foster Road. Miklo stated this item was deferred at the last meeting because the stormwater management had not been approved by the City Engineer but since that meeting revised plans have been submitted, reviewed and approved by the City Engineer. Therefore staff is now recommending approval. Freerks opened the public hearing. Rob Decker (Project Manager) came forward and noted they did some minor edits to the plans when working with City Engineer by revising the stormwater design and some of the elements shown on it, they adjusted a few property borders and erosion control items. Freerks closed the public hearing. Signs moved to approve SUB18-00002 an application submitted by University Lake Partners, II for preliminary plat of Forest Hills Estates, a 53.29 -acre 5 -lot subdivision with 4 residential lots and 1 commercial office lot located south of Interstate 80 west of Prairie Du Chien Road. Martin seconded the motion. Freerks said the Commission has seen this in the past and it looks good. Martin asked if the outlot on Prairie Du Chien was contiguous to the rest of the lots. Miklo agreed and said a warranty deed would be issued for that outlot. MINUTES PRELIMINARY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION EMMA J. HARVAT HALL DECEMBER 14, 2017 MEMBERS PRESENT: Thomas Agran, Esther Baker, Kevin Boyd, Zach Builta, G. T. Karr, Cecile Kuenzli, Pam Michaud, Ginalie Swaim MEMBERS ABSENT: Gosia Clore, Sharon DeGraw, Frank Wagner STAFF PRESENT: Jessica Bristow OTHERS PRESENT: Anna Blaedel, Kate Corcoran, Jim Larew, David Rust, Jay Sigafoose, Alicia Trimble RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (become effective only after separate Council action) CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Swaim called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANYTHING NOT ON THE AGENDA: There was none. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Discussions for landmark designations of the following properties: Bristow said that seven different potential landmark properties will be discussed. She stated that, for six of them at least, this began as a process in which the Commission was interested in being proactive instead of reactive and looking at what properties are historic that are not currently located within historic districts or conservation districts or are not currently local landmarks. Bristow said that the site inventory forms and historic surveys that have been done for many properties in town were reviewed. She said there was then a kind of reconnaissance survey to look at the properties individually. Bristow said the result was a list of properties that staff and a subcommittee of the Commission then performed further research on. Bristow said that recently, the list was then pinpointed down to six properties that are all brick, residential structures in town that are representative of the history of brick structures that we have in Iowa City. She stated that each property will have its own separate public hearing, and then anyone who would like to speak will have the opportunity. Bristow said that the properties will need to meet certain criteria. She said that the criteria for local landmark designation in Iowa City are based on the National Register criteria. Bristow said that National Register criteria are probably more stringent than the local criteria. She said that, for instance, National Register criteria frequently involve interiors in a way that local landmarks do not. Bristow said that all six of these properties meet criteria A and B. She said that criterion A is: significant to American and/or Iowa City history, architecture, archaeology, and culture. Bristow HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 2 of 19 said that what is involved with most of these properties is architecture and culture. She said these properties have a specific style and history, and they speak to that. Bristow said that criterion B is: possessing an integrity of location, design, setting, materials, and workmanship. She said that all of these properties are in their original locations, and they all have the hallmarks of the style that they were built in. Bristow said that any additions or changes do not tend to be something that disturbs that architectural character. Bristow added that each property also needs to meet one of the other criteria. She said that criterion C is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of our history. Bristow said that criterion D is associated with the lives of persons significant in our past. She said that criterion E embodies the distinctive characteristics of a time period or method of construction or represents the work of a master or possesses high artistic values or represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction. Bristow said that criterion F is: has yielded or may likely yield information important in pre -history or history. Bristow said that none of these properties meets criterion F. She said that is one of the criteria that is a little more difficult, locally, to achieve. Bristow said that, by local land -marking, the hope is to preserve the historic character of each of these properties. She said that there are incentives available for the homeowners along with that, primarily tax incentives. Bristow said that if the property is income-producing, there are both state and federal tax credits, and if the property is not income-producing, there are state tax credits available. She said that the City is going to work toward a tax -abatement program that would be through the County that the State has put forward as something that the counties are required to have available. Bristow stated that there are sometimes grants available. She said there is professional assistance for work that needs to be done. Bristow said there also some zoning incentives available if improvements are made to the property. Bristow showed a map produced in 2015 that shows where some of the surveys have been done. She said that some of the local landmarks have been added. Bristow showed the hatched area where a recent survey was completed and said that the boundaries are a little different than shown on the map. Bristow showed where the properties being discussed are starred on the map, specifically the six brick structures, with the North Dodge Street property being off the map. She added that the seventh property is actually a National Register property for which the owner would like to have a local landmark designation. 410 North Clinton Street Bristow said that this property is the Cochrane-Sharpless-Dennis House. She said it was built in 1865. Bristow said the property of most interest is the front structure, an Italianate house numbered 412. She said that the apartment addition on the back is numbered 410. Bristow said that the entire property would be the local landmark designation, but the historic 412 is what this is really about. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 3 of 19 Bristow said this is an example of Italianate architecture. She said there are large windows on the first floor that go all the way to the porch floor. Bristow said similarly there is a larger central window over the main door. Bristow said that the roofline, as one can see from the side, is a very low gable. She said it has Italianate-style brackets that would typically be found on a really wide cornice but on this house are not. Bristow said they are just paired brackets, which makes this a little bit more unique. She said this house appears to have most of its original shutters. Bristow said this house is also associated with Cochrane, who was the original person who built the house and was involved with the Civil War. She said that the Sharpless family owned the house after Cochrane, and Mr. Sharpless was the director of the Johnson County Savings Bank and was also on the Iowa City City Council. Bristow said that the final owner who is listed here is Edwin Dennis. Bristow said that Dennis and his wife, Anna Tantzlinger, bought the house and left it to their daughter, Gertrude Dennis, who is known in town as part of a local arts circle, taught music, and was an active Presbyterian. Bristow said that Gertrude Dennis owned the house until 1965. Bristow said staff finds that not only does this house meet criteria A and B because of its examples of an Italianate structure, but it also meets criterion D because of its association with the Cochranes and the Sharplesses, who were integral people in early Iowa City history. She said that the fact that it really embodies this Italianate type of structure meets criterion E. Bristow showed an overall image of the site. She said that one of the things staff really likes about this is the fact that the addition is attached in a way that would be found acceptable now, if the property was a local landmark and this addition was put on. Bristow said the addition is attached in the back, it does not encroach upon the street view of the property, it's done in a brick material, and it is really sensitively done because of that. Swaim opened the public hearing for discussion on this property. Sigafoose said he represents the property owner, Robert Crane. Sigafoose said that Crane strongly opposes this designation. He said they do not concede that any of the criteria are satisfied in order to declare this an historic landmark; however, he said they have not had enough time to prepare. Sigafoose said that Crane has not had an opportunity to consult with an architect or with any advisors with knowledge in historic preservation. Sigafoose said they were not prepared to engage in or make any kind of statement or presentation regarding that criteria. Sigafoose said he wanted to discuss the economic impact on this piece of property. Sigafoose said that Crane is a certified real estate appraiser and has been in the appraisal business for about 45 years. Sigafoose said that Crane has been a real estate agent since 1965, a broker since 1970, manages properties for other individuals, and is an investor in rental properties. Sigafoose said the property owner is therefore an expert. He said it is fair enough to view his opinion as perhaps being biased, as the property owner. Sigafoose said that nonetheless, Crane does have some expertise and was able to provide Sigafoose information that he feels is dependable and relevant. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 4 of 19 Sigafoose said it is their feeling that this designation would have an extreme effect on the value of this property, probably much more extreme than any other properties on the agenda. He said that if one looks at each as a unique piece of property, it is the unique characteristics of this property that make this designation so critical to its standard. Sigafoose said that first of all, this property is zoned RM -44, high-density, multi -family residential, about as dense as one will see in Iowa City. He stated that its location is excellent from a standpoint of use - its highest and best use being high-density residential. Sigafoose said it is a large piece of property at 12,000 square feet. He said that if this property were parceled with the neighboring property, it would make a large, developable piece of property. Sigafoose said that due to the fact that this is not a single-family residence, this designation will have an immense impact on its value. He stated that a single-family residence or smaller piece of property, even if designated as an historic landmark, chances are its highest and best use is already being utilized. Sigafoose said that is not true for this piece of property. Sigafoose said he was not comfortable at this point giving specifics about the reduction in value, but Crane assures him that the reduction in value is a seven -figure number. Based on that, Sigafoose said that they therefore believe this designation would constitute a regulatory taking of the property, also known as inverse condemnation. Sigafoose said that if the State wants to build an interstate through one's farm or a street through one's back yard, the State has to pay for it if it is going to take one's property. He said that typically zoning, which this is a type of, does not constitute a taking. Sigafoose said however, that the law provides that when a zoning ordinance or other government limitation on a property is so severe that it crosses a certain line, that becomes a taking. He said that in that event, the property owner must be compensated. Sigafoose said that it will be Crane's position throughout these proceedings in front of the Historic Preservation Commission, on to the Planning and Zoning Commission, the City Council, and at the District Court level if necessary to be appealed, and then on, that this constitutes a regulatory taking. Sigafoose said that if the City wants to designate this as an historic landmark, it should probably buy it from him at fair market value or otherwise compensate him for it. Sigafoose asked Commission members to put themselves in Crane's shoes and look at this from his perspective. Sigafoose said he realizes it is the Commission's perspective to preserve history. He said we would all agree that preserving history is a noble cause and something that we should do, but he said he feels that we have to look at each property individually. Sigafoose said that when it comes to placing oneself in Crane's shoes, this is going to be a very, very expensive experience for him. He asked the Commission to consider that and balance the public's need for historic preservation against the personal property rights of Robert Crane. Sigafoose asked the Commission to look at this property based on its unique characteristics: its location, its size, its values, its highest and best use. He said that if Commission members step back and look at that, he is hoping they will reach the conclusion not to pass this on to the Planning and Zoning Commission with a recommendation for designation as an historic landmark. Sigafoose said that at the least, he would ask that this decision be postponed giving him an opportunity to do a little more research and make a more prepared proposal as to their position. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 5 of 19 Swaim stated that the process of landmark or district designations begins with the Historic Preservation Commission. She said the decision is based on whether the property meets criteria. Swaim said that if the Commission votes yes on a property, then that property goes on to the Planning and Zoning Commission, which looks at it in terms of zoning, because a designation is a zoning overlay. She said there would also be a public hearing for each property at that point. Swaim said that if the Planning and Zoning Commission gives a yes recommendation, then it goes to the City Council, and there are opportunities for public input at that point as well. Corcoran said she served on the Historic Preservation Commission and was a member of the subcommittee whose members investigated properties a few years ago that the subcommittee members thought could be appropriate for possible designation as Iowa City landmarks. She said she was not speaking on behalf of this property in particular but for all of them that the Commission has decided to examine. Corcoran said she believes that all of these properties meet the Iowa City landmark ordinance criteria, because they are architecturally significant and they are associated with prominent citizens of Iowa City or with the development and growth of Iowa City. She thanked the Commission, as an Iowa City resident, for taking this up. Swaim closed the public hearing. Builta said that there are a lot of reasons, as outlined earlier, that perhaps this shouldn't be considered a landmark, for different personal reasons. He said however, that if one is just going off of the fact that the properties have to meet at least one of the criteria, none of the Commission members would disagree that it doesn't at least meet one of them. Bristow said the properties have to meet criteria A and B and one of the other criteria. Karr asked what the downside is of tabling this and letting the owner prepare his case, since he has a financial stake in this. Agran said that every decision that the Commission makes at its meetings has a financial consequence for the parties involved. He said that based just on what was said earlier, they don't disagree that it does indeed meet these criteria so that he does not really see an advantage to that act of tabling this. Agran said that if the issues are greater than those criteria in this meeting, he sees no reason that this should be tabled, based on what the scope of the Commission's purpose is. Bristow said the Commission's scope would be to look at whether or not this meets the criteria, and that would be it. She added that the Planning and Zoning Commission will look at the zoning and whether it meets the Comprehensive Plan and other zoning code issues, and then the City Council will look at this in more detail than that. Bristow said she did not think there would necessarily be a reason to table this at this point. Swaim said she believes that this would not go to the Planning and Zoning Commission before January but would perhaps be heard there mid-January or later. She said that seems to be an adequate time to put an argument together. Sigafoose asked if he could respond, even though the public hearing was over. He said that for whatever it is worth, what Agran said is not what he said. Sigafoose said that when Agran said they don't disagree, they do disagree. Sigafoose said that perhaps he did not say it clearly, but he does disagree that this meets the criteria. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 6 of 19 Builta said it doesn't matter who agrees or disagrees, it is up to the Commission to determine if these properties meet the requirements. Boyd said he views this as one step in a multi -step process. He said that this is on the Commission's agenda, and the Commission is asked to do this. Boyd said that the Planning and Zoning Commission will talk about its issues, and ultimately the City Council will have to consider all of the things when it makes its decision. He said that the Commission's job is to weigh this particular decision, and he believes he certainly has enough information to make that decision. MOTION: Agran moved to approve the designation of 410/412 North Clinton Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, d, and e. Boyd seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 8-0 (Clore, DeGraw. and Waaner absent). 412 North Dubuoue Street Bristow said this property is historically known as the Sylvanus Johnson House. She said that Sylvanus Johnson was a famous brick maker and the first brick maker in the City. Bristow said that Johnson owned the property originally. Bristow stated that through research, staff believes the house was actually built by the next owner, David Boarts. She said that Boarts' wife, Mary Kimball, was the daughter of George Kimball, who was also a prominent Iowa City resident. Bristow said that David and Mary Boarts owned this house from the time it was built in about 1866 until about 1889. She added that as a brick mason, David Boarts not only built this house but also built Calvin Hall. Bristow said that this house is an example of a hall and parlor -type house. She said that it is also one of the few small brick cottages left in town. Bristow said that on the south side, the house has a projecting bay of brick. She said that all of the windows have a lintel of standing brick. Bristow said there is also on the back a small, one- story addition. She said that in the kind of L created by the additions, there was an open porch at one time that has been enclosed since then. Bristow said that most of the additions have been in place since about 1911, except for the enclosed, kind of clapboard structure that one can see on the back. She said that might have been put in between 1920 and 1933; it is an extension of the porch enclosure. Bristow said this is a very well-maintained and intact version of the small hall and parlor type of house. She said that is why staff feels this not only meets criteria A and B but also D, for being associated with Sylvanus Johnson, who owned the property, and then David Boarts, who was the brick mason who built it and Calvin Hall. Swaim opened the public hearing. Swaim closed the public hearing. Swaim said this house has always caught her attention on Dubuque Street. She stated that the other brick houses are rather grand compared to this one, but the little is just important as the big. Swaim said it has its own kind of story to tell. She said the fact that Boarts was a brick mason contributes to the story of all of the other brick houses as well. PROTEST OPS R EZON` E'q G TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL IOWA CITY, IOWA ' CITY IYO OFIOWd CITY We, the undersigned, being the owners of property included in the proposed zoning change, or the owners of property which is located within two hundred feet of the exterior boundaries of the property for which the zoning change is proposed, do hereby protest the rezoning of the following property: qIO A10 -EH CI— MTcm 5TA6P T— This protest is signed and acknowledged with the intention that such rezoning shall not become effective except by the _favorable vote of at least three-fourths of all the members of the council, allk in accordance with Section 414.5 of the Code of Iowa. Property Property By: By: SLC INDIVIDUAL PROPERTY OWNER(S): STATE OF IOWA ) JOHNSON COUNTY) ss: This instrument was acknowledged before me on a«a individual property owner(s)). Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SIGNING FOR PROPERTY OWNER(S): STATE OF IOWA ) JOHNSON COUNTY) ss: M 0 _ (Date) by (name(s) of This instrument was acknowledged before me on WI AP LF ( � 5� a -DI j (Date) by ROt 61f;r G. 64KO, (name(s) of person(s)) as 0 WIA4i,( (type of authority, such as officer, trustee) of a SS CHPISTOPHER per 756 42 tAuM 1 spat {^ * 1t C006'ss1 15S 4 F,7 NSFpTEM11 12, ron owner) . Notary Public in aLfd for the Orig: Subd Folder 02/2013 Cc: CA — PCD - Council - Media File RALPH L. NEUZR., (1930-2011) DALE SANDERSON JAY W. SIGAFOOSE AssocIATE: CHRISTOPHER A. JONES March 7, 2018 NEUZIL, SANDERSON & SIGAFOOSE, P. C. ATTORNEYS AT LAW 119 WRIGHT STREET PO Box 1607 IOWA CITY, IOWA 52244-1607 Iowa City Planning and Zoning Commission 410 East Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa 52240 TELEPHONE: IOWA CITY: (319) 337-3167 OxFoRD: (319) 828-4175 FAx: (319) 356.6153 RE: March 15, 2018 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Historic Preservation Landmark Designation for 410-412 N. Clinton Street Dear Members of the Planning and Zoning Commission: I am writing to you on behalf of Robert Crane, the owner of the property located at 410- 412 North Clinton Street in Iowa City which the Historic Preservation Commission has recommended to be designated as a historic landmark. This property is located across the street from the University of Iowa's Currier Residence Hall and is zoned RM -44 (High Density Multi - Residential). This property is not a single-family residence. Since purchasing the property in approximately 1981, Mr. Crane has rented the property and currently provides affordable, non- student housing only blocks away from Iowa City's downtown business district. The older home that faces the street is a rooming -style house with nine bedrooms that share bathrooms and kitchens. Attached to the rear of this older home is an apartment building that was constructed in 1965 with nine one -bedroom self-sufficient apartments. From the outside, these structures appear to be a single building. Each apartment has an external entryway. This letter is to urge you to reject the Historic Preservation Commission's recommendation for the following reasons and recommend that the City Council reject this proposal. 1. The historic landmark designation will have an extreme and negative impact on the value ojMr. Crane's property that is disproportionately greater than most residential properties designated as a historical landmark due to the location and zoning ojthis property. The high-density zoning designation and unique location just steps from residence halls and classrooms of the University of Iowa and downtown employers distinguish this property from most historic landmarks. This property differs from other single-family homes in residential neighborhoods because it has significantly higher income potential than most other residential properties due to the high-density zoning in this location. Consequently, the restrictions from the historic landmark zoning will significantly reduce the property's value and burden Mr. Crane far more than other property owners who own older homes in Iowa City. The purposes of historic preservation in Iowa City include stabilizing and improving property values and strengthening the economy of the city.' Mr. Crane is a licensed real estate broker and appraiser with over 40 years of appraisal experience and believes the negative impact on his valuation will be significant and extreme. The significant decrease in value is an unfair burden for Mr. Crane to bear without compensation from the City. Rather than preserving and improving Mr. Crane's property value, this designation will lower his value and may reduce the values of adjoining properties. Z The historic integrity of this property was compromised long ago by the additional apartment building attached to the home. The building with the largest footprint on this lot is a three-story apartment building that sits aside and behind the brick house. This apartment building is attached to the older home, although it is not connected inside and they do not share any common space. This brick apartment building is believed to have been constructed in 1965 and shares none of the common architectural features of the house. The apartment building has no historical value. The 1965 addition changed the character of this property so that a majority of the construction on the property is clearly not historic. Imposing the historic landmark designation on the entire property will impose a zoning regime on a structure to which the landmark designation was not intended to apply and which clearly does not meet the statutory requirements for a historic property. Photos showing the apartment are attached to this letter. 3. The additional burdens imposed by the historic landmark zoning regime should not be applied to the apartment structure or to the unattached garage. There are three structures on Mr. Crane's Clinton Street property: the home, the apartment structure attached to the home, and a detached garage on the east (rear) side of the lot. The Historic Preservation Committee has recommended designating the entire lot as a historic landmark, which would impose the historic preservation zoning requirements on all structures on the property, even though at least two of the three structures, including the largest structure on the property, clearly fail to meet the requirements of a historic structure. The historic preservation zoning regime includes a requirement to obtain a historic review to make changes to or make certain repairs to the exterior of all parts of the property. Designating the entire property as a historic landmark will mean that the garage and apartment building will also be designated as historic landmarks and that Mr. Crane will be required to apply for a regulated permit and seek a historic review before he can make any changes or make certain repairs to the exterior of the building. The historic review process will impose significant logistical burdens on Mr. Crane that will increase the time and cost of repairs to building that are clearly not historic. 4. The historic landmark designation will increase the cost of operating this property and discourages the City's goal ofpromoting private affordable housing. One of Iowa City's greatest current challenges is the rising cost of housing. The City has identified affordable housing as a significant policy goal and objective.Z Mr. Crane has used this 1 Page 1, Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook, Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook, adopted September 7, 2010. Z Page 7, City of Iowa City, 2017-2017 Strategic Plan Summary, available at http://www. wwwg.iowa- city. org/weblink/0%doc/1767642/StrategicPlanSummary-12-2017-1. pdf property to provide affordable housing to many low-income residents in a good location since he purchased the property in 1981. Currently there are nine units of housing in the rooming house that rent for $450.00/month per room. The one -bedroom apartments in the 1965 addition are self- sufficient units and each rent for $560.00 per month. The rent for Mr. Crane's one -bedroom apartments are approximately 30% less than the $822/month average rent in Iowa City.; The rooming house with shared facilities in the older home provides an alternative housing option with even lower rents. Most of the tenants on this property are not students. Mr. Crane has been helping Iowa City meet the objective of providing affordable housing since buying the property in 1981 in a neighborhood that has a convenient location near the downtown business district that has good access to public transportation. The historic landmark zoning regulations will impose additional burdens and costs on operating this property that will be passed to tenants, many of whom have very low incomes. These additional costs that will be passed to the tenants make the City's objective of having affordable housing more difficult to achieve. Mr. Crane is 78 years old and suffers from several health conditions, but he continues to actively manage the property. He is not a large corporate landlord. It is his hope that the commission will review this matter from his perspective and chose to recommend to the City Council to not designate this property as a historic landmark. Sincerely, /s/ Christopher A. Jones Attorney at Law 'Cedar Rapids Gazette, May 1, 2016, Iowa City has higher shore of renters paying 30% or more of income to housing than other metros, available at: http://www.thegazette.com/subject/news/business/iowa-city-has-higher- share-of-renters-paying-30-percent-or-more-of-Income-to-housing-than-other-metros-20160501 (the Gazette reports that Cook Appraisal determined the average cost of an apartment within one mile of the Pentacrest to be $822). � gg 1 / "� 5 ;„�S �l1`�}' t � v ; ] l� i . i ?•m 5� �R.`� ke .i ,iil y 2 Real QEgtate (TOU 0011:0 • C.R.B. Certified Residential Broker • G.R.I. Graduate ReeRors Institute • A.R.A. Accredited Rural Appraiser • M.S.A. Master SeniorAppralser January 2018 Dear Planning and Zoning Committee Member: Sales • Residential - Appraisals - Farre Management - Fenn Sales - My name is Robert Crane and I own 410-412 N. Clinton Street, which has a lot of 12,000 square feet with three buildings on it. The Historic Preservation Commission has chosen this site to designate as a historic property. This nomination will come before your committee either March 1 or March 15, 2018. My wife and I purchased this property in 1981. My wife purchased the first half and two years later I purchased the second half. Since we purchased 412 N. Clinton it has been operating as a rooming house, which was its prior use. The 410 building is attached to the 412 building and contains nine one—bedroom apartments. And, behind the buildings there is a garage and parking lot. I am strongly opposed to having the historic preservation designation and have several concern's about this type of designation. These include: 1. This property clearly sins in a rental income neighborhood and has been used as a rental income producing property for decades. The 412 house was converted into a rooming house and the attached apartment building was all done prior to my purchase of the .property. I purchased it as an income—producing property, as an investmqnt. 2. The immediate and drastic diminution of value (drop in value). 3. Diminishing the net income due to the requirements of such status. 4. The costly repairs demanded by the historic commission will reduce cash flow from the project, for anybody. An owner would not have a say as to how to handle repairs to the property. 5. My emphasis is, and always has been, to offer affordable housing to those who need it to survive in a respectable fashion and hdme life setting. If historic designation is placed on this property then the costs to maintain the property escalate, which in turn will drastically increase rents. Please consider the value of what I do here. Iowa City, Iowa 52240 (319) 354-4100 fax (319) 358-2134 Planning Page 2 January & Zoning 6. The historic beauty of 412 was destroyed when the 410 apartment building was attached to the rear of the 412 building in the 1960s. Thus. I feel these buildings do not qualify for such a designation. This is not a good fit. 7. I have had active inquiries from possible buyers of the property and was in discussions when somebody at the Cedar Rapids Gazette called about a rumor that the property was being sold. Why be concerned with a historic preservation designation when one knows that in the long—term the University of Iowa. who is backed%by the Board of Regents and State of Iowa, will ultimately be the owner of the property due to its location. 8. I am 78 years old and worked a long time, have cancer, a heart condition, and Type•II diabetes and I do not want to relish or tolerate the rest of my years in conflict with the demands on a property that I own. This action violates ones rights in owning rea estate and may venture further than that inhttp://www.practicalfarmers.org/ Constitutional Law. I am happy to answer any questions you may have. Sincerely, Robert C. Crane Owner, Crane on Clinton LLC From: Kevin Boyd <kevinmboyd@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2018 9:16 AM To: PlanningZoningPublic Subject: Iowa City Historic Landmarks Commissioners, I'm writing to urge your support to designate all the properties as local landmarks. I grew up in Iowa City and moved back 3 years ago. Iowa City has always been home to me. The distance has allowed me to more greatly appreciate the value our shared history and the buildings, big and small, that tell part of the story of who we are as a community. Not every building contributes to our shared story, but these structures certainly do. I hope you recognize their value as part of our comprehensive plan. I do want to comment specifically about 410-412 N Clinton St, the oldest property. This property is already used, in a historically sensitive way, at a higher density than the single family home it once was. The apartment addition addition to the back was added in a way that was very sensitive to the original property and stands as a model to preserve and adapt as it is today. I wish I could be at the meeting to share my comments directly, but I am out of town on business. Thank you, Kevin Boyd 622 N Van Buren St. Iowa City, IA From: Dan Cummins <cummins4dp@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2018 10;50 AM To: PlanningZoningPublic Subject: Designation of Historic Homes as Iowa City Landmarks Dear Members of Planning and Zoning Commission, I want to express my support for designating the properties noted below as Iowa City Historic Landmarks. Each of these properties captures a piece of the unique history of Iowa City, both architecturally, and through the stories that they tell. Visitors to Iowa City often comment that these type of properties are what make our town unique and comparable to other bigger cities in the US and in Europe that value historic structures. People that have relocated to our community often note that, unlike others towns, our leaders have had the courage to preserve the past. Please vote to designate these properties as Iowa City Landmarks. • 1029 N. Dodge St • 504 E. Bloomington St • 213 E. Market St • 319 E. Bloomington St. • 412 N. Dubuque St • 410-412 N. Clinton St • 715 West Park Road Thank you, Dan Cummins 12 Bella Vista Place HOLLAND, MICHAEL, RAIBER & SITTIG PLC C. Joseph Holland ihollandQicialaw com Robert Michael rmichaelOicialaw.com HAND DELIVERED City of Iowa City c/o City Clerk 410 E. Washington Street Iowa City, IA 52240 Dear Clerk: Attorneys at Law 123 North Linn Street, Suite 300 Iowa City, Iowa 52245 319-354-0331 www.iciala=ers.com May 1, 2018 RE: 410 - 412 North Clinton Street Crystal Raiber craiber@icialaw.com Erek Sittig esittiocialaw com I represent 160-965 LLC, MMA LLC, and Big Ten Real Estate LLC, all who use the address of 414 E. Market Street, Iowa City, IA 52245. These entities are now the owners of the property at 410 - 412 North Clinton Street. Please see a copy of the recorded warranty deed included with this letter. Enclosed please find the original executed Protests of Rezoning executed by the three owners of the property. Please copy me with any correspondence sent to my clients. If you need anything further, please let me know. Thank you. Sincerely, Robert S. Micha 1 RSM:dml Enc. N 0 m v N GJ r grn7�, r V 7 WARRANTY DEED (CORPORATE/BUSINESS ENTITY GRANTOR) THE IOWA STATE BAR ASSOCIATION Oficial Fonn No. 335 Recorder's Cover Sheet IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIINIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII Doc ID: 027016120002 Type: GEN Kind: WARRANTY DEED Recorded: 05/01/2016 at 12:31:14 PM Fee Amt: $1,936.20 Pape 1 of 2 Revenue Tax: $1,919.20 Johnson County Iowa Kim Painter County Recorder BK5779 PG167-168 Preparer Information: (Name, address and phone number) Jay W. Sigafoose, 119 Wright Street, PO Box 1607, Iowa City, [A 52244, (319) 337-3167 Taxpayer Information: (Name and complete address) Big Ten Real Estate LLC, 414 East Market Street, Iowa City, IA 52245 Return Document To: (Name and complete address) Robert Michael, 122 North Linn Street, Suite 300, Iowa City, [A 52245 Grantors: Crane on Clinton, L.L.C. Grantees: MMA LLC Big Ten Real Estate LLC 160-965 LLC Legal description: Document or instrument number of previously recorded documents: O The Iowa Sul. Bar Asso.uli.n 2018 IOWAD000 N O_ �Ae m A n � I it � -v M m 3;;0 N p ca WARRANTY DEED (CORPORATE/BUSINESS ENTITY GRANTOR) For the consideration of One ($1 00) Dollar(s) and other valuable consideration, Crane on Clinton, L.L.C. „,,, l [l tltl cum an organized and existing under the laws of Iowa does hereby Convey to MMA LLC, an undivided 6.67/o interest Ria TP„ RA.i R�t..+e r r n __ the following described real estate in Johnson The N 1/2 of Lots 5 and 6 in Block 75 in Ioowa. Subject to County, waCity, Icasements, agreements, covenants, zoning, and restrictions of record. N The grantor hereby covenants with grantees, and successors in interest, that it h(Vs the real estate by title in fee simple; that it has good and lawful authority to sell and convey the real estate; that the real estate is free and clear of all liens and encumbrances, except as may be above stated; and it covenants to Warrant and Defend the real estate against the lawful claims of all persons, except as may he ahnve etntarl e M 0 Words and phrases herein, including acknowledgment hereof, shall be construed as in the singular or plural number, according to the context. Dated on r, 36 Zt)/S Crane on Clinton L.L.C. a(n) limited liability company �1 By By Robert C. Crane, Manager STATE OF IOWA 'COUNTY OF JOHNSON This record was acknowledged before me on r,/ v, zv/$ by Robert C. Crane of Crane on O The Iowa State Iowa Docs© 2018 No. Warranty Decd - Co rporation/0usiness Entity Grantor Revised April 2016 PROTEST OF REZONING r � TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL IOWA CITY, IOWA CITY OFIOii'd CITY' We, the undersigned, being the owners of property included in the proposed zoning change, or the owners of property which is located within two hundred feet of the exterior boundaries of the property for which the zoning change is proposed, do hereby protest the rezoning of the following property: 410-412 North Clinton Street This protest is signed and acknowledged with the intention that such rezoning shall not become effective except by the favorable vote of at least three-fourths of all the members of the council, all in accordance with Section 414.5 of the Code of Iowa. Property Address: Prol By: By: 410.412 North Clinton Street MIVIDUAL PROPERTY OWNER(S): STATE OF IOWA ) JOHNSON COUNTY) ss: This instrument was acknowledged before me on _ and individual property dwner(s)). Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa , UTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SIGNING FOR PROPERTY OWNER(S): STATE OF IOWA ) JOHNSON COUNTY) ss: (Date) by (name(s) of 1 his instrument was acknowledged before the on _ S �— (Date) by James Clark and Loretta Clark (name(s) of person(s)) as Managers (type of authority, such as officer, trustee) of _160-965 LLC (name of property owner) . JOSHUA L. WHETSTINE Commission Number 710850 �' My Commission Expires tow► ------ Notary Pu is an for the Sta Iowa • prig. Subd Folder CA PCD - Council -Media File N � _O C c � t 013 C-) �n �r' M a M t� IV � Ca PROTEST OF REZONING /��\ TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL IOWA CITY, IOWA CITYOF101V CITY We, the undersigned, being the owners of property included in the proposed zoning change, or the owners of property which is located within two hundred feet of the exterior boundaries of the property for which the zoning change is proposed, do hereby protest the rezoning of the following property: 410-412 North Clinton Street his protest is signed and acknowledged with the intention that such rezoning shall not become effective except by the ✓orable vote of at least three-fourths of all the members of the council, all in accordance with Section 414.5 of the .;de of Iowa. roperty Address: 410-412 North Clinton Street roperty Owner(s):_ MMA LLC ;y. rred Cru r !, VIDUALPROPERTYOWNER(S): STATE OF IOWA ) ')I INSON COUNTY) ss: `Phis instrument was acknowledged before me on _ and individual propertyowner(s)). Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa 1 ITtIORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SIGNING FOR PROPERTY OWNER(S): TATE OF IOWA ) 'IINSON COUNTY) ss: _ (Date) by (name(s) of 1! is instrument was acknowledged before me on— 5+ �— _ (Date) by Jarred Cruger „u, ) of person(s)) as Manager (type of authority, such as offioeD trustee) of _ MNIA LLC (name of property owner) . o m ��W+t JOSHUA L. WHETSTINE ��' Commis slon Number 7L 0 My Commission Exp row► c7—( t o Notary Pub 'c nd folqbc State f�Iowa <rr— rn -0 D �1 3 z` IU W c.ri S . d Polder 02/2013 PCD - Council - Media File PRO'T'EST OF REZONIIdG TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL r IOWA CITY, IOWA CITY OF101it CITYI We, the undersigned, being the owners of property included in the proposed zoning change, or the owners of property which is located within two hundred feet of the exterior boundaries of the property for which the zoning change is proposed, do hereby protest the rezoning of the following property: 410-412 North Clinton Street his protest is signed and acknowledged with the intention that such rezoning shall not become effective except by the :vorable vote of at least three-fourths of all the members of the council, all in accordance with Section 414.5 of the ode of Iowa. 'Operly Address: 410-412 North Clinton Street uperty Owner(s): Big Ten Real Estate LLC Jeff Clark -� Bryan Clark INDIVIDUAL PROPERTY OWNER(S): STATE OF IOWA ) .101-1NSON COUNTY) ss: This instrument was acknowledged before me on _ and individual property owner(s)). Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa i 1TIIORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SIGNING FOR PROPERTY OWNER(S): STATE OF IOWA ) " IHNSON COUNTY) ss: _ (Date) by (name(s) of us instrrunent was acknowledged before me on _ 1— (Date) by Jeff Clark and Bryan Clark une(s) of person(s)) as Managers (type of authority, such as officer, trustee) of Big Ten Real Estate LLC (name of property owner) . N O JOSHUA L.N mber 1 m o Commission Number pines O My CommisgIo_n� Expires T -.t'! p rows _��15.�4.�_—_ Notary Pu is in and for he State o wa ,�ubd Folder 1 PCU- Council - Media File _<r <m -° ''-0 02/2013 I NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AMENDMENT OF FY2017-2018 CITY BUDGET Fcnn 653.C1 The City Council of lmxacny In JOHNSON County, Iowa Wil meet at 410 E Washington St, City Hall at 7:00 pm on 51151018 pour) (Date) ,for the purpose of amending the current budget of the city for the fiscal year ending June 30. 2018 (year) by changing estimates of revenue and expenditure appropriations in the following programs for the reasons given. Additional detail is available at Na city dark's office showing revenues and expenditures by fund type and by activity. Explanation of increases or decreases in revenue estimates, appropriations, or available cash: Amendments Include revenue for a recelpt for'Afiordable Housing Fee In Lou of; addidonal capital projects, donations and expenditures for Animal Center expansion, and the purchase of Nro compactors for the Landfill. Amendments also Include adjustments for the two Forestry positions hired, as well as for the five large Police Grants the City has received. Corresponding adjustments were made to the Contingency for adjustments to the General Fund. Additional detail Is on file and available from the Iowa City Finance Department. There will be no Increase In tax levies to be paid In the current fiscal year named above. Any Increase In expenditures set out above will be met from the increased non -properly, tax revenues and cash balances not budgeted or considered in this current budget. This will provide for a balanced budget. Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk City ClerkFinance, Officer Total Budget as certified or lest emended Current Amendment Total Budget after Current Amendment Revenues 8 Other Financirw Sources Taxes Levied on Property 1 777777 56,458.399 ::........:::::0 56.458.399 Less: Uncollected Property Taxes -Levy Year 2 0 0 0 Net Current Property Taxes 3 56,458,399 0 56,458,399 Oellnquem Property Taxes 4 0 0 0 TIF Revenues 5 2,454,719 0 2,454,719 Olher City Texas 6 2,777,889 0 2,777,889 tenses B Permits 7 1,867,190 0 1,867,190 Use o Money and Property 8 2,340,393 0 2,340,393 Intergovernmental 9 35,316,650 96,500 35,413,150 Charges for Services 10 46,011,372 445,500 46,456,872 Special Assessments 11 1,000 0 1,000 Miscellaneous 12 4,464,043 373,100 4,837,143 t er Financing Sources 13 18,432,722 265,000 18,697,722 Than ars In 14 50,225,065 330,000 50,555,065 Total Revenues and Other Sources Expenditures B Other Financing Usea Public Safety 16 24,465,070 -"739,63024,604,900 * Public Works 17 10,081,484 52,132 10.133,616 Heath and Social Services 18 300,000 0 300,000 Culture and Recreation 19 14,433,380 -5,768 14,427,612 Community and Economic Development 20 10,780,774 0 10,780,774 General Government 21 9,832,565 -60,364 9,772,201 Debt Service 22 13,564,492 0 13,564,492 Capital Projects 23 77.077,677 485,000 77,562.677 g e overnmen vies pen urea 24 160.535.�z smess I ype I itntermses o v Activities & bu.m. xpenintures rens ems Out 27 Tota Expendituresl7ransfers Out 28 --2-96—,8T8 9-62 1,361,412 298,200,374 Excess Revenues 8 Other Sources Over — (Under)Eyenditures/Transfers Out for Fiscal Year 29 T777777 -76,489,520 7777777 148,688-76,340,832 777777 777777777 77 Beginning Fund Balance July t 30 211373,048 0 211373,048 Ending Fund Balance June 30 31 134,883,528 148,688 135,032,216 Explanation of increases or decreases in revenue estimates, appropriations, or available cash: Amendments Include revenue for a recelpt for'Afiordable Housing Fee In Lou of; addidonal capital projects, donations and expenditures for Animal Center expansion, and the purchase of Nro compactors for the Landfill. Amendments also Include adjustments for the two Forestry positions hired, as well as for the five large Police Grants the City has received. Corresponding adjustments were made to the Contingency for adjustments to the General Fund. Additional detail Is on file and available from the Iowa City Finance Department. There will be no Increase In tax levies to be paid In the current fiscal year named above. Any Increase In expenditures set out above will be met from the increased non -properly, tax revenues and cash balances not budgeted or considered in this current budget. This will provide for a balanced budget. Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk City ClerkFinance, Officer r 1 CITY OF IOWA T CIo �s-, a 1-� COUNCIL ACTION REP6 May 15, 2018 Resolution to Amend the FY2018 Operating Budget Prepared By: Jacklyn Budding, Budget & Compliance Officer Reviewed By: Dennis Bockenstedt, Finance Director; Ashley Monroe, Assistant City Manager Fiscal Impact: FY2018 budget revisions funded through new revenues or available fund balance Recommendations: Staff: Approval Commission: N/A Attachments: Resolution to Amend FY2018 Budget and related schedules Executive Summary: The Finance Department requests the City Council conduct a public hearing for consideration of amending the fiscal year 2018 annual budget on May 15, 2018. This is the third budget amendment for fiscal year 2018. Background / Analysis: Budget amendments are submitted to the Finance Department and reviewed for approval by the Finance Director and City Manager. A formal recommendation for a budget amendment is then prepared for City Council approval. The State of Iowa allows cities to amend the annual operating budget for supplemental appropriation authority. These changes may include new or revised revenue and expenditure projections, transfers between funds, and capital improvement plan changes. Increased expenditures must utilize available fund balance or additional revenue sources, as the State does not allow amendments to increase property taxes. According to the City's financial policies, amendments to operating budgets will be made only in the following situations: • emergency situations • transfer from contingency • expenditures with offsetting revenues or fund balance • carry-over of prior year budget authority for expenses that had not been paid as of the end of the fiscal near. CITY OF IOWA CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT This proposed budget amendment increases overall revenues and transfers -in by $1,510,100, as shown on Line 15 of the attached notice (see Revenues & Other Financing Sources, lines 1- 15). The majority of the revenues being amended are for Charges for Services, Miscellaneous revenues, and Transfers In. Charges for Services (line 10) are being amended by $445,500 primarily for the receipt of an 'Affordable Housing Fee in Lieu of and additional Water Meter sales. Miscellaneous revenues (line 12) are being amended by $373,100 primarily due to the receipt of Police funding for Data Driven Justice and budgeted donations for the Animal Center expansion study and project. Lastly, Transfers In (line 14) are being amended by $330,000 primarily due to the transfer for the Van Buren Water Main/Storm Sewer project. The section entitled Expenditures & Other Financial Uses (lines 16-28) provides for an increase in appropriations of $1,361,412. The majority of the increase in appropriations is related to governmental capital improvement projects that have been added (line 23) and total $485,000. The next largest increase in appropriations is for the Business Type/Enterprise program (line 25) and totals $420,582. The increase in this program primarily reflects the Public Housing Roof and Siding replacement due to storm damage. These expenditures will be offset by Insurance Recoveries. The third largest program amendment is for Transfers Out (line 27). This program is being increased by $330,000 and is primarily made up of the transfer out for the Van Buren Water Main/Storm Sewer project. The last significant amendment is for the Public Safety program (line 16) and totals $139,830. This primarily reflects the new expenditures created by the receipt of two new Police Grants. The net budgeted result to fund balances is an increase of $148,688 (line 29). The City Budget Amendment and Certification Resolution for the third budget amendment of fiscal year 2018 is attached to this memo along with a detailed list of the individual amendments. Budget Amendment Details __ --- _ _ 1 _ _ _ — -- -- _ Y4442-2018-AnimalSew Van Buren water main/storm sewer Van Buren water main/storm sewer _ _ Van Buren water main/storm sewer _ _ _ _ Van Buren water main/storm sewer _ Van Buren water main/storm sewer _ Public Housing CIP for storm damage _ _ Public Housing CIP for storm damage _ Contribution to rail study - 77770900 32710910�— _490040 393290 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ $ 200,000.00 27 $ (200,000.00) 14 73730130 490040 $ _ 85,000.00 27 $ (85,000.00) 14 $ 285,000.00 23 $ 265,000.00 25 _ 32710_910 _ 393210 _ 32710910 _ 79490310 79490310 473010 _ 473010 _ 392600 432060 474320 _479999 _474420 474420 5 (265,000.00) 13 $7,500.00 17 10710200 Robert A. Lee fitness equipment Contingency _ 10520200 10310710 $ 52,864.00 19 $ (60,364.00) 21 _ Harrison Street parking -police storage 71810145 $ 15,000.00 25 _ Landfill compactor _ Compactor -grant funding _ _ Compactor - grant Compactor -grant funding_ Airport—strategic plan _ Senior Center Other_ Op Equip Water Meters Water Meters Affordable_ Housing fee in lieu of _ _ Forestry new positions Forestry new positions_ Foresnew positions try Forestry new positions _ Forestry temp staff _ Ree Office Staff- position remov_e_d__ DOJ -DVP grant _ DOJ -DVP grant DOJ -DVP grant _ _ _ DOJ -DVP grant 60J - DVP grant _ _ _ _ _ _ DOJ -DVP grant DOJ -DVP grant _ _ DOJ - DVP grant _ _ DOJ -DVP grant DOl -DVP grant _ DOJ-DVP grant DDJ police grant (Schwindt) _ DDJ police grant (Schwindt) _ DDJ police grant (Schwindt) _ _ DDJ police grant (Schwindt) 75750121 $ 13,02_8.00 25 $ (21,000.00) 9 75750122 75750122 334900 474420 _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ $ 21,000.00 25 76850110432080 _ $_ 7,550.00 25 $_(38,000.00) 19 _ 10570100 73730140 474420_ 474330 $ 60,500.00 25 73730110_ 351100 $_ (41,140.00) 10 $ (404,360.00) 30 $ 40,000.00 17 25490190 10530300 341500 411000 10530300 421100 $ 14,000.00 17 $ 3,060.00 17 $ 3,572.00 17 _ 10530300 10530300 422100_ 423100 _ 10530_300 _ 413000 _ _ $_(40,000.0_0) 17 10520100 411000 334900 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 034 $ (20,632.00) 19 10410359 _ $ (75,500.00) 9 10410359 411000 _ $ 27,500.00 16 10410359 421100 421200 5 5,400.00 _16 $ 200.00 16 10410359 10410359 421300 _ 422100 423250 _ $ _ _ 100.00_ _ _ 16 10410359 10410359 $ 7,500.00 16 $ 9,750.00 I 16 _ 10410359 436030 10410359 436050 $ _ 3,500.00 _ 16 $ 15,500.00 16 436060 _10410359 10410359 10410310 _ 436080 362200034 $ 5,550.00 16 $ (173,100.00) 12 $ 37,180.00 _16 $ 8,550.00 16 10410310 _ 411000 421 001 034 10410310 10410310 42 0021 034 421300 _ 034 _ 034 034 _ _ $ 150.00 _ _ 16 $ 16 DDJ police grant (Schwindt) _ _ _ _ DDJ police grant (Schwindt) 10410330 10410310 422100 _ _100.00 $ _ 550.00 16 $_ 9,550.00 16 _ _ DDJ police grant (Schwindt) _ DDJ police grant (Schwindt) DDJ police grant (Schwindt) _ _ DDJ police grant (Schwindt) DDI police grant (Schwindt) _ DDI police grant (Schwindt) _ DDJ police grant (Schwindt) _ _ _ Rec Center Design _ Rec Center Design _ _ _ _ Animal Center expansion study Animal Center expansion study 104_10310 423250 10410310 10410310 436030034 436050034 $ _ _ 2,5_00.00 16 $ 1,000.00 16 10410310 _ 436060 034 _ 034 _ 0_34 034 _ _ $ 3,500.00 16 $ 300.00 _ _ 16 $ _ 800.00 16 $ 150.00 _ _ 16 $ 45,000.00 10410310 10410310 10410310 _ 436070 436080 454020 10310710 490040, 315209003 13940 362100 432040 362100 _27 $ (45,000.00) _ 14 $ (20,000.00)i 12 $ 20,000.00 23 31410940 31410940 _ Animal_center expansion study _ Animal Center expansion study _ _ County Ag rent payments SCADA support 31410940 _ _ $ (180,000.00) 12 472010 $ 180,000.00 23 _31410940 22710331_ 449090 $ 24,000.00 _ 17 72720122 444080 _ _� Intergovernmental $ (96,500) 9 Charges for Services $ (445,500) _ 10 Miscellaneous $ (373,100) 12 Other Financing Sources $ (265,000) 13 Transfers In $ (330,000) 14 _ _ Public Safety $ 139,830 16 Public Works $ _ 17 _ _ _ Health &Social Services _52,132 - 18 Culture & Recreation 5 _ _ (5,768) Community & Economic Development $ - 20 _ _ General Government _ _ Debt Service $ - 22 Capital Projects $ _ 485,000 _ 23 Business-Type/Enterprise _ $ _ 420,582 25 Transfers Out $ 3.3.0,000 27 _ _ Internal Service (not budgeted) $ x $ (148,688) - Internal Service (not budgeted) $ Excess Revenues & Other Financing Sources under Expenditures/Transfers Out $ (148,688) 29 018 BUD( NDMENT of Iowa City Finance Departme