G. Public Hearing - Colton Lee Communities Growth Policy AmdPlanning Department
201 1" Avenue East
CITY OF Kalispell, MT 59901
KALISPELL phone: 940
Fax: (406) 6) 758-773-7739
www.kalispell.com/plannine
REPORT TO: Doug Russell, City Manager
FROM: PJ Sorensen, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: KGPA-20-01 — Colton Lee Communities — Growth Policy Amendment
Public Hearing
MEETING DATE: June 15, 2020
BACKGROUND: A request has been submitted by Colton Lee Communities, LLC for a growth
policy amendment, annexation and initial zoning for a 3.27-acre parcel of land. The requests are
being made in order to allow for the development of a multi -family residential project. The subject
property is located at 216 Hutton Ranch Road to the east of Hilton Homewood Suites, and can be
more particularly described as Tract 1 of COS 21115 in the North '/2 of Sec 31, T29N, R21 W, P.M.,
M., Flathead County, Montana.
The proposed growth policy amendment would change the land use designation on the Kalispell
Growth Policy Future Land Use Map from "Urban Residential" to "Commercial." The applicants are
also requesting annexation of the property with an initial zoning designation of B-2, which is an
appropriate zoning designation for the Commercial land use category.
The Kalispell City Council, at their meeting on June 1, 2020, approved Resolution 5973, which set a
public hearing date of June 15, 2020, in accordance with 7-15-4214 and 7-15-4215, M.C.A. At the
public hearing, Council will take public comment on the proposed amendment. At the July 1
meeting, the Council will consider the growth policy amendment, annexation, and initial zoning.
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Kalispell City Council hold a public hearing
and take public comment on the proposed growth policy amendment, KGPA-20-01.
FISCAL EFFECTS: There are no anticipated fiscal impacts at this time.
ALTERNATIVES: Deny the request.
ATTACHMENTS: May 12, 2020, Kalispell Planning Board Minutes
Staff Report
Application Materials & Maps
c: Aimee Brunckhorst, Kalispell City Clerk
KALISPELL CITY PLANNING BOARD & ZONING COMMISSION
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
May 12, 2020
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL
The regular meeting of the Kalispell City Planning Board and
CALL
Zoning Commission was called to order at 6:00 p.m. Board
members present were Chad Graham, Kurt Vomfell, Rory Young,
Doug Kauffman, Ronalee Skees, George Giavasis and Joshua
Borgardt. PJ Sorensen represented the Kalispell Planning
Department.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Vomfell moved and Kauffman seconded a motion to approve the
minutes of the March 10, 2020 meeting of the Kalispell City
Planning Board and Zoning Commission.
VOTE BY ACCLAMATION
The motion passed unanimously on a vote of acclamation.
HEAR THE PUBLIC
None.
KA-19-02 — VANDER ARK
File #KA-19-02 — A request from Matthew Vander Ark to annex a
ANNEXATION
2.39-acre parcel into the city and zone the land R-3 (Residential)
upon annexation. The subject property is currently within the
county and zoned county SAG-10. The property is developed
with a single-family residence and accessory structure. Water and
sanitary sewer service are in the vicinity of the property and upon
annexation extensions can be constructed to serve the property.
The property is located at 155 Three Mile Drive.
STAFF REPORT
PJ Sorensen representing the Kalispell Planning Department
reviewed Staff Report # KA-19-02.
Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Planning Board and
Zoning Commission adopt Staff Report #KA-19-02 as findings of
fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the property
be annexed and the zoning for the entire property be city R-3
(Residential).
BOARD DISCUSSION
Young asked that since this annexation would create an island
between the city utilities and the parcels behind the subject
property would the applicant be required to run the utilities to the
very back property line for future connections? Sorensen advised
that the applicant has not entered the design phase yet and that will
be determined once designs are submitted.
PUBLIC HEARING
None.
MOTION
Kauffman moved and Vomfell seconded a motion that the
Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission adopt Staff
Report #KA-19-02 as findings of fact and recommend to the
Kalispell City Planning Board
Minutes of the meeting of May 12, 2020
Pagel
Kalispell City Council that the property be annexed and the zoning
for the entire property be city R-3 (Residential).
BOARD DISCUSSION
None.
ROLL CALL
Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
BOARD MEMBER SEATED
Rory Young recused himself from #KA-20-01 & #KGPA-20-01
because he is a representative for the applicant.
KA-20-01 & KGPA-20-01
File #KA-20-01 and #KGPA-20-01 — A request from Colton Lee
COLTON LEE COMMUNITIES
Communities, LLC, to annex a 3.27-acre parcel into the city with
an initial zoning designation of B-2 (General Business) upon
annexation. The subject property is currently within the county
and zoned county SAG-10. It is undeveloped at this time, although
city services are available. The request also includes a growth
policy amendment for the property. It is currently designated as
Urban Residential and the proposed amendment would change the
designation to Commercial_ The property is located at 216 Hutton
Ranch Road.
STAFF REPORT
PJ Sorensen representing the Kalispell Planning Department
reviewed Staff Report #KA-20-01 and #KGPA-20-01.
Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Planning Board and
Zoning Commission adopt staff report #KGPA-20-01 and
recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the Kalispell Growth
Policy Future Land Use Map be amended from Urban Residential
to Commercial on the entire property.
Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Planning Board and
Zoning Commission adopt Staff Report #KA-20-01 as findings of
fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the subject
property be annexed and zoned B-2 (General Business) upon
annexation.
BOARD DISCUSSION
Graham asked for clarification on the undeveloped property
between the subject property and Stillwater River. Sorensen
clarified that the intent of this entry in the staff report was to show
that on the other side of the river there is some single family and
office use development near the subject property.
PUBLIC HEARING
None
MOTION — KGPA-20-01
Vomfell moved and Kauffman seconded a motion that the
Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission adopt Staff
Reports #KGPA-20-01 and recommend to the Kalispell City
Council that the Kalispell Growth Policy Future Land Use Map be
amended from Urban Residential to Commercial on the entire
Kalispell City Planning Board
Minutes of the meeting of May 12, 2020
Page 12
property.
BOARD DISCUSSION
None.
ROLL CALL
Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
MOTION — KA-20-01
Kauffman moved and Vomfell seconded a motion that the
Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission adopt Staff
Report #KA-20-01 as findings of fact and recommend to the
Kalispell City Council that the subject property be annexed and
zoned B-2 (General Business) upon annexation.
BOARD DISCUSSION
None.
ROLL CALL
Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
BOARD MEMBER RE -SEATED
Young re -seated
KA-20-02 — BEHE
File #KA-20-02 — A request from Connie Behe to annex an
ANNEXATION
approximately 0.5-acre parcel into the city with an initial zoning
designation of R-2 (Residential) upon annexation. The subject
property is currently within the county and zoned county R-2. The
property is developed with a single-family residence. The
annexation request is due to an existing septic field for the
residence which is failing. City sanitary sewer service is adjacent
to the property as the Westside Interceptor sanitary sewer line was
recently installed within the Two -Mile Drive right-of-way. The
property is located at 1100 Two Mile Drive.
STAFF REPORT
PJ Sorensen representing the Kalispell Planning Department
reviewed Staff Report # KA-20-02.
Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Planning Board and
Zoning Commission adopt Staff Report #KA-20-02 as findings of
fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the property
be annexed and the zoning for the entire property be city R-2
(Residential).
BOARD DISCUSSION
None.
PUBLIC HEARING
Sorensen read the email from Sara Ebert (attached).
MOTION - ORIGINAL
Vomfell moved and Giavasis seconded a motion that the Kalispell
City Planning Board and Zoning Commission adopt staff report
#KA-20-02 as findings of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City
Council that the property be annexed and the zoning for the entire
property be city R-2 (Residential).
Kalispell City Planning Board
Minutes of the meeting of May 12, 2020
Page13
BOARD DISCUSSION
None.
ROLL CALL
Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
OLD BUSINESS
Nygren updated the board on the status of the Kalispell Trail.
NEW BUSINESS
Nygren updated the board on June agenda and introduced new
Planner II, Rachel Ezell.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:31pm.
NEXT MEETING
The next meeting of the Kalispell Planning Board will be on
Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. and is in the Kalispell City
Council Chambers, 201 1st Ave East.
Chad Graham
President
APPROVED as submitted/amended:
Kari Hernandez
Recording Secretary
Kalispell City Planning Board
Minutes of the meeting of May 12, 2020
Page 14
RESOLUTION NO. KGPA-20-01
AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF KALISPELL GROWTH POLICY PLAN -IT 2035
A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING ADOPTION OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE
KALISPELL CITY GROWTH POLICY PLAN -IT 2035 ADOPTED DULY 3, 2017, TO BE
KNOWN AS THE COLTON LEE COMMUNITIES MAP AMENDMENT
WHEREAS, the current Kalispell Growth Policy Plan -It 2035 was adopted by the Kalispell City
Council on July 3, 2017, with Resolution No. 5821A; and
WHEREAS, since that time, there have been significant changes of circumstances impacting the
property. Originally, the boundary line in the growth policy followed existing property lines when
the Land Use Map was established. That map pre -dated the extension of Hutton Ranch Road as a
looped connection to Reserve Drive and the Bypass. At that time, the subject 3.27 acre property
was part of the larger property to the east, but was split from the larger tract with the construction
of the road extension; and
WHEREAS, the changes occurring in this immediate neighborhood coupled with the changes and
improvements to the transportation system which will allow convenient access to this site create a
changed and improved environment for Commercial on the entire property. The infrastructure
projects in the area were not in place when the growth policy and accompanying map were
adopted. The extension infrastructure projects in this neighborhood support the requested
amendment; and
WHEREAS, Colton Lee Communities, LLC, has requested the proposed map amendments with
the consent of Flathead Valley Community College, the owner of the property; and
WHEREAS, Colton Lee Communities, LLC is requesting the subject property have the land use
designation changed from Urban Residential to Commercial Use to better accommodate urban
development in proximity to the new infrastructure improvements; and
WHEREAS, the plan amendment is consistent with surrounding development and the goals and
policies of the City of Kalispell Growth Policy Plan -It 2035; and
WHEREAS, the Kalispell City Planning Board held a public hearing on May 12, 2020, at 6:00 PM
in the Kalispell Council Chambers after due notice to the public. No public comments were
received and the Planning Board evaluated the proposed plan amendment in accordance with the
goals and policies of the Kalispell City Growth Policy Plan -It 2035; and
WHEREAS, the City of Kalispell PIanning Board did adopt staff report KGPA-20-01 as findings
of fact; and
WHEREAS, the adoption of this resolution would effectively amend the Kalispell Growth Policy
Plan -It 2035 Map to reflect 3.27 acres of the subject property being changed from Urban
Residential to the Commercial land use category; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Kalispell City Planning Board recommends to
the Kalispell City Council, Exhibit A — Colton Lee Cominunities Growth Policy Future Land Use
Map Amendment, be adopted as an amendment to the Kalispell Growth Policy Plan -It 2035.
May 12, 2020
COLTON LEE COMMUNITIES
REQUEST FOR GROWTH POLICY AMENDMENT
STAFF REPORT #KGPA-20-01
ANNEXATION AND INITIAL ZONING OF B-2 UPON ANNEXATION
STAFF REPORT #KA-20-01
KALISPELL PLANNING DEPARTMENT
May 6, 2019
This is a report for the Kalispell City Planning Board and the Kalispell City Council regarding a
request from Colton Lee Communities, LLC for a growth policy amendment, annexation, and initial
zoning of B-2 (General Business) for a 3.27 acre parcel of land. A public hearing has been scheduled
before the Planning Board for May 12, 2020, beginning at 6:00 PM in the Kalispell City Council
Chambers. The Planning Board will forward a recommendation to the Kalispell City Council for final
action.
A. Petitioner: Colton Lee Communities, LLC
940 Emmert Ave, Suite 200
Belmont, CA 94002
B. Background Information: A request has been submitted by Colton Lee Communities, LLC
for a growth policy amendment, annexation, and initial zoning of B-2 on 3.27 acres of land.
The property is currently owned by Flathead Valley Community College. The growth policy
amendment is necessary to designate the property as B-2 upon annexation. The subject property
is currently within the county and zoned county SAG-10. It is undeveloped at this time,
although city services are available. There are presently no specific development proposals, but
it is anticipated that it will develop as multi -family residential with a commercial component. It
is currently designated in the Growth Policy as Urban Residential and the proposed amendment
would change the designation to Commercial.
C. Location and Legal Description of Property: The subject property is generally located near
Hutton Ranch Plaza to the east of Hilton Homewood Suites at the northwestern portion of the
roundabout on Hutton Ranch Road. The property address is 216 Hutton Ranch Road and can be
described as Tract 1 of COS 21115 in the North '/z of Sec 31, T29N, R21W, P.M., M., Flathead
County, Montana.
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D. Existing Zoning: The subject property is currently zoned county SAG-10, which, under the
Flathead County zoning regulations, is a "district to provide and preserve agricultural functions,
and to provide a buffer between urban and unlimited agricultural uses, encouraging separation
of such uses in areas where potential conflict of uses will be minimized, and to provide areas of
estate -type residential development."
E. Proposed Zoning: The proposed zoning for the property upon annexation is B-2 (General
Business), which is a "district which provides for a variety of sales and service establishments
to serve both the residents of the area and the travelling public. This district depends on the
proximity to major streets and arterials and should be located in business corridors or in islands.
This zoning district would typically be found in areas designated as commercial and urban
mixed use on the Kalispell Growth Policy Future Land Use map."
F. Existing Land Use: The subject property is currently undeveloped on generally flat land
adjacent to a major retail development.
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I. General Land Use Character: The subject property sits at the edge of Hutton Ranch, one of
the larger retail centers in the valley. It is next to Hilton Homewood Suites and the movie
theatres as well as being across the street from Wal-Mart. At the same time, this property is
part of an extensive amount of undeveloped land owned by Flathead Valley Community
College on the other side of Hutton Ranch Road. The undeveloped property runs to the
Stillwater River with a mix of primarily residential uses and some offices on the east side of the
river. The college is selling this portion of the property to the applicant.
J. Utilities and Public Services:
City Water
Sewer: City of Kalispell upon annexation
Water:
City of Kalispell upon annexation
Refuse:
Private contractor
Electricity:
Flathead Electric Cooperative
Gas:
NorthWestern Energy
Telephone:
CenturyTel
Schools:
School District 95, Edgerton Elementary
Fire:
City of Kalispell upon annexation
Police:
City of Kalispell upon annexation
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Residential. The proposed
designation is Commercial. The
current city limits line follows the
boundary between the existing
Commercial and Urban Residential
designations. The boundary line in
the growth policy followed existing
property lines when established and
pre -dated the extension of Hutton
Ranch Road as a looped connection
to Reserve Drive and the Bypass.
At that time, the subject 3.27 acre
property was part of the larger
property to the east, but was split
from the larger tract with the
construction of the road extension.
I. EVALUATION OF THE GROWTH POLICY AMENDMENT
The evaluation and review of growth policy amendments follows the public interest criteria. The
Growth Policy Plan -It 2035 is used to provide a general and comprehensive outline of community
goals and expectations about where and how the subject property should develop. The following
criteria for evaluation are as follows:
• Changes in circumstances that warrant the amendment;
• Growth Management;
• Land Use: Housing/Business and Industry;
• Natural Environment;
• Community and Recreation Facilities;
• Transportation; and
• Public infrastructure and services.
The Growth Policy Future Land Use Map depicts the subject property as Urban Residential. The
applicant is requesting a growth policy amendment for the portion of the property that is Urban
Residential be changed to Commercial.
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Urban Residential is defined as residential neighborhoods developed at densities not to exceed 12
dwellings per acre on an overall site basis. An integrated development plan within a suburban
neighborhood could include single family down to 2,500 square feet, duplexes and triplexes,
townhomes and limited mixed uses.
Commercial is anticipated along major arterials to provide areas for commercial uses that require
space for outdoor display of merchandise as well as general retail, offices, restaurants, and other
uses consistent with general business zoning districts, including multi -family. The expansion of
additional commercial districts along arterials is anticipated to occur at such time as the
development or redevelopment of existing commercial districts have significantly developed to
avoid the creation of new commercial district and leapfrog development. Expansion of commercial
areas should be contingent upon the provision of public services and adequate infrastructure with
consideration given to anticipated impacts on the neighborhoods, streets and the natural
environment.
The proposed plan amendment will be considered in the context of the current Kalispell Growth
Policy Plan -It 2035, as well as current and future development trends for the area.
A. Has there been a change of circumstances under which the proposed plan amendment
is being made that warrants its consideration?
The Kalispell Growth Policy is a useful tool in providing guidance to the community, developers,
decision makers and staff when anticipating growth trends and expansion of the city limits.
However, although there have been recent upgrades in the text of the Kalispell Growth Policy, there
has not been a significant recent review of the Kalispell Growth Policy Future Land Use Map in this
area. The Growth Policy provides that updates should be considered when there are significant
changes such as changes in public infrastructure and services.
Originally, the boundary line in the growth policy followed existing property lines when the Land
Use Map was established. That map pre -dated the extension of Hutton Ranch Road as a looped
connection to Reserve Drive and the Bypass. At that time, the subject 3.27 acre property was part
of the larger property to the east, but was split from the larger tract with the construction of the road
extension.
The changes occurring in this immediate neighborhood coupled with the changes and improvements
to the transportation system which will allow convenient access to this site create a changed and
improved environment for Commercial on the entire property. The infrastructure projects in the area
were not in place when the growth policy and accompanying map were adopted. The extension
infrastructure projects in this neighborhood support the requested amendment.
B. Does the proposed plan amendment further the overall goals and objectives of the
growth policy when considering the specific elements of the plan?
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Growth Management: Two primary mechanisms for managing growth in the City of Kalispell are
(1) to rely on redevelopment and infill within the current City limits; and (2) annexation of outlying
areas. A goal of the growth policy is to provide a comprehensive, effective growth management
plan that provides for all the needs of the community, is adaptable to changing trends and is attuned
to the overall public welfare.
The changes to the Kalispell Growth Policy Future Land Use Map from Urban Residential to
Commercial can be supported by the following goals and policies contained in the Kalispell Growth
Policy Plan -it 2035:
Chapter 1, The Economy, Goal 2 states, "monitor the growth trends within the valley in
order to be in tune with the changing economy. "
The valley is growing and the subject property is located in an ideal location for infill
growth. The existing land use designation of Urban Residential does not encourage the
highest and best use of the property, as it does not take full advantage of the existing
infrastructure and would provide for only low -intensity residential which would be a
conflicting land use with the existing developments adjacent the property.
Chapter 3, Community Growth and Design, Goal 2 states, "to encourage housing types that
provide housing for all income sectors and income levels within the community. "
Commercial zoning districts provide for a variety of housing options in addition to the more
expected business uses. The proposed land use change to Commercial allows for a greater
diversity of housing options than under the current designation.
Chapter 4 — Business and Industry, Goal 3, states, "Provide adequate areas within the
community for commercial and industrial development that meets the needs of present and
future businesses in terms of cost, type, design and location. "
The proposed land use amendment would allow for potential development as multifamily or
a variety of other commercial uses. The subject property is adjacent to Hutton Ranch Road,
with ready access to Highway 93 and the Bypass. It is immediately adjacent to a major
retail center and would utilize the same public infrastructure serving the existing
development, with adequate streets and utilities available for commercial development.
Chapter 4 — Housing, Goal 1 of the Kalispell Growth Policy states, "Provide an adequate
supply and mix of housing that meets the needs of present and future residents in terms of
cost, type, design and location. "
The requested land use change of Commercial provides a potential mix of housing types to
meet the needs of present and future residents. Likely, the land use will result in the
construction of more multi -family housing.
The Commercial land use designation would be an extension of the existing Commercial
designation within the city limits to the north, west and south. The existing Urban Residential
designation covers property located outside the city limits on property currently owned by FVCC.
Land Use: The subject property related to the requested growth policy amendment is currently
undeveloped. Future development of the property at a higher intensity than the current designation
is logical and a natural extension of the existing development in the area. General goals and polices
of the growth policy encourage the orderly development in the growth policy area with space for
future expansion while ensuring compatibility of adjacent land use. The requested growth policy
amendment would change the existing Urban Residential land use categories to allow for
commercial uses, including multi -family residential. This land use designation change is a
reasonable request due to how the neighboring properties have developed and completion of
infrastructure projects. Those projects include the construction of the Hutton Ranch Road extension
as a connection to the north end of the bypass and the extension of city water and sewer to the
property. The infrastructure improvements have dramatically changed the conditions in the area
and its development potential.
Business and Industry: Chapter 4 — Business and Industry Goal 1 states, "encourage the
development and growth ofprosperous commercial and industrial districts, each with a viable mix
of business, suitable infrastructure, and coordinated development pattern that reduces business
costs and increases business opportunities. "
Without the growth policy amendment, zoning for the property would limit uses to primarily single-
family or low -density multi -family developments. As land immediately adjacent to an existing
high -density commercial area and bounded on the east by an arterial, the existing designation does
not provide for a coordinated development pattern. A change to a commercial designation allows
for more compatible development.
Natural Environment: The natural environment is an important part of what makes a
neighborhood or community an appealing place to live, which may be jeopardized as growth
occurs. Various key sectors of the area's economy depend on and impact the natural environment.
In this case, the proposed land use change would not have an effect as the subject property is within
an urban area, surrounded by existing development and an arterial. There are no apparent
environmental impacts or site hazards. However, it is possible that the proposed change will allow
for infill development, further reducing the demand for development on the fringes of the city.
Community and Recreational Facilities: Community recreational facilities will not be affected by
the proposed land use change. Any development that happens on the site will be reviewed at the
time a building permit or other specific development proposal is submitted, and the appropriate
recreational amenity standards will be placed on a development at that time, if applicable.
Transportation: Chapter 8 on Transportation includes a policy to "coordinate land use and
transportation so higher -intensity development is located in well -established areas near arterial and
collector streets." The subject property is located adjacent to a major retail center and an arterial
street. It is appropriate for the property to develop with a higher -intensity use than would currently be
allowed under the existing Urban Residential designation.
Infrastructure and Public Services: Infrastructure and the provisions of public services are among
the highest priority issues for service providers in the growth policy area. Adequate provision of
services for new development in both the rural and urban areas are important considerations when
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considering planning for future land uses. Chapter 9, Public Infrastructure Services, contains the
following goals and policies which support the requested map amendment.
Sewer:
Goals: "Make public sewer available to areas that are in close proximity to services as
directed by the extension ofservices plan. "
Sewer service is located south of the property within Hutton Ranch Road. Future development
of the site would include extending services to the property and extending the main the entire
length of the property as the property develops.
"Ensure the wastewater treatment plant and sewer collection system has adequate capacity to
accommodate future development. "
The wastewater treatment plant has adequate capacity for this development.
Policies: "New sewer mains should be designed and constructed to accommodate future
expansion of the sewer system. "
Any development of the site will include requirements that the property is developed in
accordance with the City of Kalispell Construction Guidelines and extension of services plan.
Prior to construction the development will be reviewed by Public Works determining
compliance with those requirements.
Water:
Goals: "Consider future needs with the replacement or installation of mains. "
Future development of the site will be reviewed for compliance with the city's extension of
services plan. There is an existing water main at the south end of the property in Hutton
Ranch Road.
"Provide adequate pressure and flows to meet firefighting and user needs."
Any development of the site will include requirements that the property is developed in
accordance with the City of Kalispell Construction Guidelines and facilities plans, which
accounts for pressure and fire flows to meet firefighting needs. Prior to construction the
development will be reviewed by Public Works and Fire Department determining compliance
with those requirements.
Policies: "Water lines and utility easements should be extended to the farthest extent of new
developments to facilitate orderly growth to adjacent lands in the future. "
Future development of the site will be reviewed for compliance with the city's extension of
services plan.
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Storm Water Management:
Goals: "Ensure adequate storm water management facilities for all incorporated urban
areas.
Any development of the site will include requirements that the property is developed in
accordance with the City of Kalispell Construction Guidelines, which accounts for storm
water facilities. Prior to construction the development will be reviewed by Public Works
determining compliance with those requirements.
Policies: "The quantity and rate of runoff from a developed piece of property should not
exceed that which would occur had the property remained undeveloped."
Public Works regulations require that all the runoff from the development be maintained on -
site. Prior to construction, development of the site will be reviewed by Public Works
determining compliance with those requirements.
Police Protection:
Recommendations: "As the community grows, ensure that the law enforcement agencies have
adequate staffing and resources."
The Police Department has been notified of the land use change and will not have any level of
service issues if the property were to develop at the more intensive uses provided for with the
Commercial land use category.
Polices: "Adequately staff law enforcement agencies."
As stated above, the police department has been notified of the proposed amendment and does
not see any level of service issues if the property were to develop.
Fire and Ambulance Services:
Goals: "Adequately staff and operate fare companies to be able to handle demand and provide
effective fare and EMS response and mitigation."
The Fire Department has been notified of the amendment and will not have any level of
service issues if the property were to develop at the more intensive uses provided for with the
Commercial land use category
Policies: "All new construction, occupancy remodeling and/or change of documented
occupancy use shall be required to comply with adopted fare, electrical and building codes. "
Future development of the site will be required to comply with the Uniform Fire Code and
International Fire Code.
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IL ANNEXATION EVALUATION
1. Compliance with the growth polices
Two primary means for managing growth in the City of Kalispell are redevelopment/infill
within the current city limits and annexation of outlying areas. A goal of the growth policy is
to provide a comprehensive, effective growth management plan that provides for all the
needs of the community, is adaptable to changing trends and is attuned to the overall public
welfare. Chapter 9, Public Infrastructure and Services, includes a goal to "make public
water and sewer available to areas that are in close proximity to services," and annexation
allows for such extensions to happen.
In addition, the city council adopted an annexation policy in 2011, with a corresponding
map, as an addendum to the city's growth policy document. The purpose of the annexation
policy is to give the Planning Board, the Council, and the development community direction
when property owners outside of the city limits are requesting annexation. The property
proposed for annexation is adjacent to the city limits and falls inside the city's direct
annexation boundary.
2. Municipal Services:
Municipal water and sewer mains are located within Hutton Ranch Road bordering the
property on the south and can be readily extended by the applicant to serve the site. The site
is currently protected by the West Valley Kalispell Rural Fire District and the Flathead
County Sheriff's office. The applicant has submitted a Notice of Withdrawal from Rural
Fire District. At the time of annexation, the property will be served by the Kalispell Fire
Department. The site lies approximately 2500 feet from fire station 62 and is readily
serviceable by the city fire, police and ambulance services, all of which now respond to the
adjacent neighborhoods within the City of Kalispell.
Given the level of existing services available to and in place, annexation of the property will
not overburden the municipal services in place.
3. Distance from current city limits:
The subject property is immediately adjacent to the existing city limits line along its western
and northern property lines. It is a logical extension of the existing city limits.
4. Cost of services:
Once annexed to the city, full city services will be made available to the property owner. Any
necessary infrastructure associated with this development will be required to be constructed in
accordance with the City of Kalispell's Design and Construction Standards and any other
development policies, regulations or ordinances that may apply.
The cost to serve the land proposed for annexation is shown in the attached cost of service
analysis — Initial Annexation. The analysis is only an estimate based on a variety of
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assumptions. The analysis does not take into consideration changes in methods of
assessment and estimated costs associated with services. The information can only be used
as a general estimate of the anticipated cost of services and revenue.
The property is currently undeveloped. The total cost of services is estimated to be $0 per
year. Based on the city's taxation and assessment policies, the property will generate
approximately $2,383 per year in total annual revenue to the city ($1,133 in taxes and
$1,249 in assessments). Based on this analysis, the annexation will be net gain to the city of
$2,383.
II. INITIAL ZONING AND ZONE CHANGE EVALUATION BASED ON
STATUTORY CRITERIA
The statutory basis for reviewing a change in zoning is set forth by 76-2-303, M.C.A. Findings
of fact for the zone change request are discussed relative to the itemized criteria described by
76-2-304, M.C.A. and Section 27.29.020, Kalispell Zoning Ordinance. The site is currently
zoned county SAG-10. The applicants are requesting city B-2.
The Kalispell Zoning Regulations state that the intent of the B-2 zoning district is to "provide
for a variety of sales and service establishments to serve both the residents of the area and the
travelling public. This district depends on the proximity to major streets and arterials and
should be located in business corridors or in islands. This zoning district would typically be
found in areas designated as commercial and urban mixed use on the Kalispell Growth Policy
Future Land Use map."
1. Does the requested zone comply with the growth polio
The Kalispell Growth Policy Future Land Use Map currently designates the subject property
as Urban Residential. However, the applicant has included an application to amend the
growth policy designation to commercial. As mentioned above, the B-2 Zoning District
would typically be found in areas designated as Commercial on the Kalispell Growth Policy
Future Land Use Map.
2. Will the requested zone have an effect on motorized and non -motorized transportation
systems?
Upon annexation, there will be no change in use on the property and no impact on
transportation. When the property redevelops, traffic impacts would be reviewed as part of a
subdivision or conditional use permit. It is adjacent to Hutton Ranch Road with a likely access
off of the existing roundabout next to the southeastern portion of the property.
3. Will the requested zone secure safety from fire, panic, and other dangers?
Adequate access and public facilities are available to the site in the case of an emergency.
There are no features related to the property which would compromise the safety of the public.
All municipal services including police and fire protection, water and sewer service are
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currently available to the area.
4. Will the requested zone promote the public health, safe . and general welfare?
As with safety from fire and other dangers, the general health, safety, and welfare of the
public will be promoted through general city regulations designed to regulate allowable uses
when the property is developed. In this case, the requested zoning classification of B-2 will
promote the health and general welfare by restricting land uses to those that would be
compatible with the adjoining properties and those in the vicinity.
Will the requested zone provide for adequate light and air?
Setback, height, and lot coverage standards for development occurring on this site are
established in the Kalispell Zoning Ordinance to ensure adequate light and air is provided.
6. Will the requested zone facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewerage,
schools, parks, and other public requirements?
All public services and facilities are available to the property. Specific details for provision of
services will be addressed when the property develops.
7. Will the requested zone promote compatible urban growth?
The requested city B-2 Zoning District is similar zoning as the surrounding city properties and
is consistent with the type of growth projected for this area in the Growth Policy. This zoning
district maintains and is compatible with the established land use pattern in this area.
Does the reauested zone live consideration to the character of the district and its barticular
suitabili . for particular uses?
The proposed B-2 Zoning District is consistent with the adjacent commercial development of
the area. It also gives due consideration of the suitability of this property for the allowed uses
in the zoning district, such as proximity of city services. Specific aspects of any future
development on the property will be reviewed at the time of development consistent with
regulations then in effect.
9. Will the proposed zone conserve the value of buildings?
Value of the buildings in the area will be conserved because the B-2 Zoning District will
promote compatible and like uses on this property as are found on other properties in the area.
Future development in the area will be reviewed for compliance with the dimensional
standards and design review criteria to ensure its appropriateness for the area and
compatibility with the surrounding neighborhoods.
10. Will the requested zone encourage the most appropriate use of the land throughout the
municipality?
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Urban scale development should be encouraged in areas where services and facilities are
available. In this case, sanitary sewer and water are located within the public right-of-way
adjacent to the property. The proposed zoning is consistent with the proposed growth policy
future land use designation and is compatible with current zoning in the immediate area.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission adopt staff
report #KGPA-20-01 and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the Kalispell Growth Policy
Future Land Use Map be amended from Urban Residential to Commercial on the entire property.
It is recommended that the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission adopt Staff Report
#KA-20-01 as findings of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the subject property
be annexed and zoned B-2 (General Business) upon annexation.
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cr'rx OF Kalispell, MT 59901
ALISPELL Phone: (406) 940
Fax: (406) 758-7738-7739
www.kalispell.com/planning
PETITION FOR ANNEXATION AND INITIAL ZONING
NAME OF APPLICANT: COLTON LEE COMMUNITIES LLC
MAIL ADDRESS: 1014 SOUTH WESTLAKE BLVD, SUITE 14
CITY/STATE/ZIP: WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA, 91361
INTEREST iN PROPERTY: PURCHASER / DEVELOPER
Other Parties of Interest to be Notified:
PHONE: (805) 496 4112
PARTIES OF INTEREST: JACKOLA ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE
MAIL ADDRESS: 2250 HWY 93 S
CITY/STATE/Z1P: KALISPELL, MT, 59901 PHONE: 406 755 3208
INTEREST IN PROPERTY: TECHNICAL ADVISER
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING:
Address of the property: 216 HUTTON RANCH RD, KALISPELL, MT, 59901
Legal Description: TRACT 1 ON COS 21115
(Lot and Block of Subdivision; Tract #)
N 1/2 OF SEC.31, T.29N., R.21W., P.M., M.
(Section, Township, Range) (Attach metes and bounds as Exhibit A)
Land in project (ac): 3.27 Ac
Current estimated market value $800,000
at 100% build out $8,000,000
at 50% build out $4,000,000
Is there a Rural Fire Department RSID or Bond on this property Yes_ No
If yes remaining balance is $
The present zoning of the above property is: COUNTY - UNZONED
The proposed zoning of the above property is: B-2
State the changed or changing conditions that make the proposed amendment necessary:
Incorporation into the City would allow for development of this lot in a use similar to the
adjoining existing City B-2 business zone.
The signing of this application signifies that the foregoing information is true and accurate based upon the
best information available and further grants approval for Kalispell Planning staff to be present on the
prope r routine inspection during the annexation process.
04/06/2020
(Applicant) (Date)
APPLICATION PROCESS
APPLICABLE TO ALL ANNEXATION AND INITIAL ZONING APPLICATIONS
1. Pre -Application Meeting:
A discussion with the planning director or designated member of staff must precede
filing of this application. Among topics to be discussed are: the application
procedure, compatibility and compliance with the Growth Policy, and compatibility of
the proposed zoning with surrounding zoning classifications.
2. Completed application form.
3. Completed Petition to Annex and Notice of Withdrawal from Rural Fire District
form, including an Exhibit A, legal description of the property.
4. Application fee based on the schedule below and made payable to the City of
Kalispell.
Fee Schedule:
Annexation (includes initial zoning) $250 + 3Ac *$20
$250 plus $20/acre = $310.00
5. A bona fide legal description of the property from a recent survey, title report or
deed which accurately describes the property to be annexed.
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Return to:
Aimee Brunckhorst
Kalispell City Clerk
P.O. Box 1997
Kalispell, MT 59903
PETITION TO ANNEX
AND
NOTICE OF WITHDRAWAL FROM RURAL FIRE DISTRICT
The undersigned hereinafter referred to as Petitioner(s) respectfully petition the City Council of
the City of Kalispell for annexation of the real property described below into the City of
Kalispell.
The Petitioner(s) requesting City of Kalispell annexation of the property described herein and
further described in Exhibit A hereby mutually agree with the City of Kalispell that immediately
upon annexation of the land all City of Kalispell municipal services will be provided to the
property described herein on substantially the same basis and in the same manner as such services
are provided or made available to other properties within the rest of the municipality.
Petitioner(s) hereby state that there is no need to prepare a Municipal Annexation Service Plan for
this annexation pursuant to Section 7-2-4610, M.C.A. since the parties are in agreement as to the
provision of municipal services to the property requested to be annexed.
The Petitioner(s) further herein express an intent to have the property as herein described
withdrawn from the WEST VALLEY Rural hire District under the provisions of Section
7-33-2127, Montana Code Annotated; and that incorporated into this Petition to Annex is the
Notice requirement pursuant to said Section; and that upon proper adoption of an ordinance or
resolution of annexation by the City Council of the City of Kalispell, the property shall be
detracted from said district.
In the event the property is not immediately annexed, the Petitioner(s) further agree(s) that this
covenant shall run to, with, and be binding upon the title of the said real property, and shall be
binding upon our heirs, assigns, successors in interest, purchasers, and any and all subsequent
holders or owners of the above described property.
This City hereby agrees to allow Petitioner(s) to connect and receive the utilities from the City of
Kalispell.
This City hereby agrees to allow Petitioner(s) to connect and receive all available utilities from
the City of Kalispell excluding solid waste services. MCA 7-2-4736 prohibits the city from
providing solid waste services to this property for a minimum of S years from date of annexation.
04/06/2020
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Petitioner/Owner
Date
NOTE: You must attach an Exhibit A that provides a bona fide legal description of
the property to be annexed.
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