H1. Ord. 1850 Snowline Lane PUDKALisPEii.
Development Services Department
201 1st Avenue East
Kalispell, MT 59901
Phone: (406) 758-7940
Fax: (406) 758-7739
www.kalispell.com/plannine
REPORT TO: Doug Russell, City Manager
FROM: PJ Sorensen, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: KPUD-20-02 — Snowline Lane Planned Unit Development
MEETING DATE: November 2, 2020
BACKGROUND: Hammerquist and Casalegno, LLC has submitted a request for a Commercial
Planned Unit Development ("PUD") overlay on two lots containing approximately 2.6 acres of land.
The lots are currently vacant and zoned B-5 (Industrial -Business). The intent would be to use the
rear parcel for a construction laydown (storage) yard and later develop the front parcel. The property
has a PUD placeholder designation, which means that, with limited exceptions, any use or
development of the property requires a full PUD submittal.
The property is located at 145 and 151 Snowline Lane and can be described as Lots 4 and 5 of Lost
Creek Subdivision, according to the map or plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Clerk
and Recorder of Flathead County, Montana, excepting therefrom that portion of Lot 5 deeded to
MDOT in Bargain and Sale Deed, recorded July 12, 1999, as Doc. No. 1999-193-08510, record of
Flathead County, Montana.
The Kalispell Planning Board held a duly noticed public hearing on October 13, 2020, to consider the
request. Staff presented staff report KPUD-20-02 providing details of the proposal and evaluation.
Staff recommended that the Planning Board adopt the staff report as findings of fact and recommend
to the Council that the request be granted subject to 16 listed conditions.
No public comments were received. The public hearing was closed, and a motion was presented to
adopt staff report KPUD-20-02 as findings of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that
the Planned Unit Development be approved subject to the 16 conditions. A motion to amend
condition number 9 was made and seconded to change the condition to read "... The SID would only
be created, if necessary, in a situation where the City needs to install water main, sewer main, or road
improvements in Snowline Lane to serve any development to the east of Lot 4." The motion to
amend passed unanimously. Board discussion concluded that the request was appropriate, and the
main motion was approved on a unanimous vote.
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Kalispell City Council approve the first reading
of Ordinance 1850, an Ordinance to amend section 27.02.010, official zoning map, City of Kalispell
zoning ordinance 1677, by applying a Commercial PUD Zoning Overlay subject to 16 conditions on
approximately 2.6 acres of certain real property currently zoned B-5 (Industrial -Business) with a
PUD placeholder, and which can be described as Lots 4 and 5 of Lost Creek Subdivision, according
to the map or plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Flathead
County, Montana, excepting therefrom that portion of Lot 5 deeded to MDOT in Bargain and Sale
Deed, recorded July 12, 1999, as Doc. No. 1999-193-08510, record of Flathead County, Montana, in
accordance with the Kalispell Growth Policy Plan- It 2035 and provide an effective date.
FISCAL EFFECTS: There are no anticipated fiscal impacts at this time.
ALTERNATIVES: Deny the request.
ATTACHMENTS: Ordinance 1850
October 13, 2020, Kalispell Planning Board Minutes
Staff Report
Application Materials & Maps
Aimee Brunckhorst, Kalispell City Clerk
Retum to:
Kalispell City Clerk
PO Box 1997
Kalispell, MT 59903
ORDINANCE NO. 1850
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 27.02.010, OFFICIAL ZONING MAP, CITY OF
KALISPELL ZONING ORDINANCE, (ORDINANCE NO. 1677), BY ATTACHING A
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY ON CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY
CURRENTLY ZONED B-5 (INDUSTRIALBUSINESS), MORE PARTICULARLY
DESCRIBED AS LOTS 4 AND 5 OF LOST CREEK SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE
MAP OR PLAT THEREOF ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE
CLERK AND RECORDER OF FLATHEAD COUNTY, MONTANA, EXCEPTING
THEREFROM THAT PORTION OF LOT 5 DEEDED TO MDOT IN BARGAIN AND SALE
DEED, RECORDED JULY 12, 1999, AS DOC. NO. 1999-193-08510, RECORD OF
FLATHEAD COUNTY, MONTANA, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE KALISPELL
GROWTH POLICY PLAN -IT 2035, AND TO PROVIDE AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Hammerquist and Casalegno, LLC petitioned the City of Kalispell that a Planned
Unit Development overlay be attached to the current B-5 zoning classification on the
above described tract of land; and
WHEREAS, the property is located at 145 and 151 Snowline Lane; and
WHEREAS, the petition of Hammerquist and Casalegno, LLC was the subject of a report
compiled by the Kalispell Planning Department, Staff Report #KPUD-20-02, in
which the Kalispell Planning Department evaluated the petition and recommended
that a Planned Unit Development overlay be attached to the property as described
above, pursuant to Kalispell City Code 27.29.020; and
WHEREAS, the Kalispell City Planning Board held a Public Hearing on the matter on October 13,
2020, and recommended that a Planned Unit Development overlay be attached to the
current City B-5 zoning, pursuant to Kalispell City Code 27.29.030; and
WHEREAS, after considering all the evidence submitted on the proposal to attach a Planned Unit
Development overlay to the described B-5 zoning, the City Council finds such
zoning to be consistent with the Kalispell Growth Policy Plan -It 2035 and adopts,
based upon the criterion set forth in Section 76-3-608, M.C.A., and State, Etc. v.
Board of County Commissioners, Etc. 590 P2d 602, the findings of fact of KPD as
set forth in Staff Report No. #KPUD-20-02.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KALISPELL, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Section 27.02.010, of the Official Zoning Map of the Kalispell Zoning
Ordinance, (Ordinance No. 1677) is hereby amended by designating the
property described above as B-5, Industrial/Business, with a Planned Unit
Development overlay.
SECTION 2. The Planned Unit Development proposed by Hammerquist and Casalegno,
LLC upon the real property described above is hereby approved, subject to
the following conditions:
The Planned Unit Development for Snowline Lane includes the following deviation from the
Zoning Regulations:
(a) Allowed Uses: Kalispell Zoning Ordinance Sec 27.15.030(2), (9), and (13) —
Casinos, pre-release centers and private jail facilities, and telecommunication
towers/cellular communication towers (including radio, TV, internet, phone and
cable providers) are specifically excluded as allowable uses within the PUD.
Accessory casinos, as provided for in the zoning ordinance, would be allowed.
2. The development of the site shall be in substantial compliance with the application
submitted, the site plan, materials and other specifications as well as any additional
conditions associated with the project as approved by the city council.
3. A development agreement shall be drafted by the Kalispell City Attorney between the City
of Kalispell and the developer outlining and formalizing the terms, conditions and provisions
of approval. The final plan as approved, together with the conditions and restrictions
imposed, shall constitute the Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning for the site that shall
be completed and signed by the city and owner prior to the issuance of a building permit.
4. A view -obscuring fence enclosing the laydown yard shall be installed by the developer. The
fence shall be reviewed and approved by the City of Kalispell Architectural Review
Committee.
5. The developer shall submit to the Kalispell Public Works Department for review and
approval a storm water report and an engineered drainage plan that meets the requirements of
the current city standards for design and construction. The planned stormwater facility shall
be located in an approved utility lot.
6. Prior to development, the developer shall submit a waiver of the right to protest creation of a
stormwater maintenance district. This district shall only be activated in the event that the
property owner(s) default on the maintenance of the approved stormwater facilities. The
taxes levied within the maintenance district shall be determined by the Public Works
Department with approvals by the Kalispell City Council.
7. The developer shall submit to the Kalispell Public Works Department prior to construction
an erosion/sediment control plan for review and approval.
8. Improvements of Snowline Lane to city collector standards and extension of water and sewer
mains are required. The road upgrade and utilities shall extend to the eastern side of the
property (Lot 4) from the highway. Under the phasing plan, the proposed laydown yard on
Lot 4 could develop without the full improvements; a water main extension will be necessary
to the extent required for fire protection. In conjunction with any development of Lot 5 or
any other use of Lot 4, the road upgrade and utility extensions shall be required.
9. A waiver of protest to creation of a Special Improvement District ("SID") for the Snowline
Lane improvements and utility extensions are a condition of approval prior to
commencement of any use on either lot, including the laydown yard. The SID would only be
created, if necessary, in a situation where the City needs to install water main, sewer main, or
road improvements in Snowline Lane to serve any development to the east of Lot 4.
10. Any required additional right-of-way necessary for street improvements shall be dedicated to
the City of Kalispell. Additionally, the existing fee interest in the right-of-way for Snowline
Lane shall be dedicated to the City of Kalispell.
11. In order to align improvements with Ashley Meadows Road across Highway 93, part of the
design of the Snowline Lane upgrade may need to include a dedication at the southwest
corner of Lot 5 if required by the City of Kalispell. It is anticipated the dedication would
only involve an area otherwise part of a landscape buffer required by entrance corridor
standards. The dedication, if necessary, would be in conjunction with the improvements of
Snowline Lane pursuant to the phasing plan.
12. At the time of development of Lot 5 along the highway, appropriate right-of-way
improvements, including, but not necessarily limited to, a bike path and landscaping, would
be required along with landscape buffering/improvements on the property to meet entrance
corridor standards.
13. The developer shall submit water and sanitary sewer plans, applicable specifications, and
design reports to the Kalispell Public Works Department and the Montana Department of
Environmental Quality for concurrent review, with approval of both required prior to
construction of the mains at the time the extensions are to be completed.
14. The Kalispell Fire Department shall review and approve access, placement of fire hydrants
and fire flows prior to any development. Any required improvements for fire protection
shall be installed pursuant to Fire Department requirements.
15. All utilities shall be installed underground.
16. All areas disturbed during development shall be re -vegetated with a weed -free mix
immediately after development.
SECTION 3. The balance of Section 27.02.010, Official Zoning Map, City of Kalispell
Zoning Ordinance not amended hereby shall remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 4. This Ordinance shall take effect from and after 30 days of its passage by the
City Council.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND SIGNED BY THE MAYOR OF
THE CITY OF KALISPELL, MONTANA, THIS 16TH DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2020.
ATTEST:
Aimee Brunckhorst, CMC
City Clerk
Mark Johnson
Mayor
KALISPELL CITY PLANNING BOARD & ZONING COMMISSION
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
October 13, 2020
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL
The regular meeting of the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning
CALL
Commission was called to order at 6:00 p.m. Board members present
were Chad Graham, Doug Kauffman, Kurt Vomfell, Rory Young,
George Giavasis and Joshua Borgardt. Ronalee Skees was absent. PJ
Sorensen represented the Kalispell Planning Department.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Vomfell moved and Kauffman seconded a motion to approve the
minutes of the September 9, 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
BOARD MEMBER SEATED
Young recused himself from Snowline Lane, he is a representative for
the applicant.
KPUD-20-02 — SNOWLINE LANE
A request from Hammerquist and Caselegno, LLC for a Commercial
Planned Unit Development ("PUD") overlay on two lots containing
approximately 2.6 acres of land located at 145 and 151 Snowline Lane.
The lots are currently vacant and zoned B-5 (Industrial -Business). The
intent would be to use the rear parcel for a construction laydown yard
and later develop the front parcel.
STAFF REPORT
PJ Sorensen representing the Kalispell Planning Department reviewed
Staff Report #KPUD-20-02.
Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning
Commission adopt Staff Report #KPUD-20-02 as findings of fact and
recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the PUD for Snowline Lane
be approved subject to the conditions listed in the staff report.
BOARD DISCUSSION
Board discussed concerns about not requiring the developer to extend
utilities and road improvements to the east side of the property.
PUBLIC HEARING
None
MOTION (ORIGINAL)
Vomfell moved and Borgardt seconded a motion that the Kalispell City
Planning Board and Zoning Commission adopt Staff Report #KPUD-20-
02 as findings of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that
the PUD for Snowline Lane be approved subject to the conditions listed in
the staff report.
BOARD DISCUSSION
None
MOTION (AMEND COND. #9)
Vomfell moved to amend condition #9 to read "... water main, sewer
main, or road improvements in Snowline Lane to serve any development
to the east of Lot 4", Giavasis seconded.
BOARD DISCUSSION
None
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ROLL CALL (AMEND COND. #9)
Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
ROLL CALL (ORIGINAL)
Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
BOARD MEMBER SEATED
Young re -seated after the vote.
KPP-20-03 — MEADOWS EDGE
A request from Meadows Edge, LLC, for preliminary plat approval for
PHASES 2 & 5
Meadows Edge Phases 2 and 5. Both phases are part of the Meadows
Edge Planned Unit Development ("PUD"). Phase 2 includes 37
residential lots, open space, and streets on a total of 10.2 acres zoned R-3
(Residential) with the PUD overlay. Phase 5 consists of one mixed use
commercial lot on 3.25 acres zoned B-1 (Neighborhood Business) with
the PUD overlay.
STAFF REPORT
PJ Sorensen representing the Kalispell Planning Department reviewed
Staff Report #KPP-20-03.
Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning
Commission adopt Staff Report #KPP-20-03 as findings of fact and
recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the preliminary plat for
Meadows Edge Phases 2 and 5 be approved subject to the conditions listed
in the staff report.
BOARD DISCUSSION
Giavasis, Kauffman and Young asked questions of staff regarding
stormwater and greenspace.
PUBLIC HEARING
None
MOTION
Kauffman moved and Giavasis seconded a motion that the Kalispell City
Planning Board and Zoning Commission adopt Staff Report #KPP-20-03
as findings of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the
preliminary plat for Meadows Edge Phases 2 and 5 be approved subject to
the conditions listed in the staff report.
BOARD DISCUSSION
None
ROLL CALL
Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
KZTA-20-01— FLATHEAD
A request from the Flathead Warming Center for a zoning text
WARMING CENTER
amendment to allow homeless shelters as a conditionally permitted use
in the B-1 (Neighborhood Business) zone.
STAFF REPORT
PJ Sorensen representing the Kalispell Planning Department reviewed
Staff Report #KZTA-20-01.
Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning
Commission adopt Staff Report #KZTA-20-01 as findings of fact and
recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the proposed amendment be
adopted as provided herein.
BOARD DISCUSSION
Giavasis and Graham asked questions of staff regarding public comment
and why the owners chose this location.
PUBLIC HEARING
Carmine Mowbray — property owner at 771 N. Meridian — opposed to
text amendment - concerned with increased crime, feels there are other
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locations that already permit homeless shelters that are more suitable.
Gene Dziza — 4400 Foothill Rd, Bigfork — in support of amendement.
Tonya Atlee — 140 Greenbriar Dr. — opposed - works at hair salon next
to proposed location and does not feel this is an appropriate location,
worried about her safety and the safety of her clients.
Robin Lyon — 2035 Mission Trail — owner of Copper Mountain Coffee —
opposed — biggest concern is the safety of the children who frequently
walk in the area to and from school, etc. Concerned for the safety of her
employees. Does not feel it is an appropriate location.
Gina Benesh — 67 Overlook Ridge — owns a commercial building at
2141 Hwy 2, is in favor of text amendment. Feels it will make the
neighborhood safer because it will provide a place for the people who
need it to stay rather than looking for places like her dumpster behind
her building.
Sharman Cochrane — 234 Buttercup Loop — manages property at 771 N
Meridian — opposed — feel it is not an appropriate location for a
homeless shelter. Is concerned about where people will go if they get
turned away from the shelter and when they have to leave during the
day.
Dusty Dziza — 4400 Foothill Rd, Bigfork — in support of text
amendment. Feels it will make the neighborhood safer because it will
help keep them off the streets.
Susan Sharp — 2859 Whitefish Stage — In support of text amendment.
Luke Heffernan — 185 Hidden Waters Lane — In support of text
amendment.
Natasha Ostrem —10 Bruyer Way — I support of text amendment.
MOTION
Giavasis moved and Young seconded a motion that the Kalispell City
Planning Board and Zoning Commission adopt Staff Report #KZTA-20-
01 as findings of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that
the proposed amendment be adopted as provided herein.
BOARD DISCUSSION
Board discussed and asked questions of staff for clarification on some of
the uses in the B-2 zone. They also commented that they are in favor
because they feel we need to reduce our barriers and that it is an
appropriate location.
ROLL CALL
Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
KCU-20-05 — FLATHEAD
A request from the Flathead Warming Center for a conditional use
WARMING CENTER
permit for a homeless shelter to be located at 889 North Meridian. The
property is zoned B-1 (Neighborhood Business). The facility would be
located within an existing building on the property and have a new
fenced courtyard. It is intended to operate primarily in colder months
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from October through April with approximately 40 guests per night.
STAFF REPORT
PJ Sorensen representing the Kalispell Planning Department reviewed
Staff Report #KCU-20-05.
Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning
Commission adopt Staff Report #KCU-20-05 as findings of fact and
recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the conditional use permit
be approved subject to the conditions listed in the staff report.
BOARD DISCUSSION
Vomfell asked staff how quickly they could be up and running once all
approvals are met. Sorensen responded it would be mid -December
before building permits could be issued.
PUBLIC HEARING
Cassidy Kipp — 214 Main St — representing Community Action
Partnership — they are in support of the conditional use permit, feels it
will better help them to help people utilizing the homeless shelter and
help get them back on their feet.
Sarah Winfrey — 312 1st Ave E. — crisis response coordinator helping law
enforcement around the valley — in support of the conditional use permit.
Steve Snipstead — 98 Northern Lights Blvd — in support of the
conditional use permit. Read an email from Mike McFarland, staff
member with the warming center, to the board members. He could not
be present due to COVID-19. McFarland is in support of the conditional
use permit.
Jeff Hawkins — 1329 Creekside Court — volunteer for the warming center
— is in support of the conditional use permit. Feels there is a huge need
for this warming center.
Tonya Horn — 110 Stillwater River Trail, Whitefish — Executive Director
and co-founder of the Flathead Warming Center — expressed her wish to
gain the trust of the neighbors and ensure them that she knows what she
is doing. She asked the board to base their decision on fact and not fear.
Jane Emmert — 246 Cougar Trail, Whitefish — director of a non-profit
organization called Assist, affiliated with the Kalispell Regional Medical
Center. Is in support of the conditional use permit.
Randy Johnson — 184 Fairway Blvd — he and his wife Sara are
volunteers for the warming center. They are in support of the conditional
use permit.
Gene Dziza — 4400 Foothill Rd, Bigfork — is in support of the
conditional use permit.
Skie & Vanessa Palmer — 428 Sharon Rd. — 11 years old — Skie and his
mom Vanessa volunteer for the warming center. They are in support the
conditional use permit.
Rick Heitz — 619 Liberty St #C — worked in homeless ministries in Las
Vegas, NV — in support of the conditional use permit.
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Luke Heffernan — 185 Hidden Water Lane — chairman and co-founder of
the Flathead Warming Center — addressed neighborhood concerns,
reassured them that safety is their priority and will do everything they
can to address all issues. Also provided a brief explanation of how the
center works and some of the rules. Is in support of the conditional use
permit.
Gina Benesh — 67 Overlook Ridge — volunteer for the warming center. Is
in support of the conditional use permit.
Carmine Mowbray — 771 N Meridian — feels this is not a good location
for a homeless shelter. Is opposed to the conditional use permit.
MOTION
Vomfell moved and Graham seconded a motion that the Kalispell City
Planning Board and Zoning Commission adopt Staff Report #KCU-20-05
as findings of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the
conditional use permit be approved subject to the conditions listed in the
staff report.
BOARD DISCUSSION
Board expressed their support of the location and the need the valley has
for a homeless shelter.
ROLL CALL
Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
OLD BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
Nygren gave update on various planning projects.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at approximately 8:33pm.
Chad Graham
President
APPROVED as submitted/amended:
Kari Barnhart
Recording Secretary
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SNOWLINE LANE PUD
REQUEST FOR PLANNED UNIT DEVELOMENT
STAFF REPORT #KPUD-20-02
KALISPELL PLANNING DEPARTMENT
OCTOBER 7, 2020
A report to the Kalispell City Planning Board and the Kalispell City Council regarding a request
from Hammerquist and Casalegno, LLC for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) on 2.6-acres. A
public hearing has been scheduled before the Planning Board for October 13, 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.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Hammerquist and Casalegno, LLC has submitted a request for a Commercial Planned Unit
Development ("PUD") overlay on two lots containing approximately 2.6 acres of land located at
145 and 151 Snowline Lane. The lots are currently vacant and zoned B-5 (Industrial -Business).
The intent would be to use the rear parcel for a construction laydown (storage) yard and later
develop the front parcel. The property has a PUD placeholder designation, which means that,
with limited exceptions, any use or development of the property requires a full PUD submittal.
A: Applicant: Hammerquist & Casalegno, LLC
1417 First Avenue East
Kalispell, MT 59901
Technical Assistance: Jackola Engineering
2250 Hwy 93 S
Kalispell, MT 59901
B: Location: The property is located at 145 and 151 Snowline Lane and can be described as
Lots 4 and 5 of Lost Creek Subdivision, according to the map or plat thereof on file and
of record in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Flathead County, Montana, excepting
therefrom that portion of Lot 5 deeded to MDOT in Bargain and Sale Deed, recorded July
12, 1999, as Doc. No. 1999-193-08510, record of Flathead County, Montana.
C: Existing Land Use and Zoning: The subject property is currently vacant. It is zoned B-
5 (Industrial -Business) with a PUD overlay. The PUD has a placeholder designation,
which means that there was not a PUD plan originally submitted and that any
development or use of the property (other than some narrow exceptions) requires a full
PUD submittal. The B-5 is intended to primarily "accommodate a variety of business,
warehouse, and light -industrial uses and incorporating these uses into an integrated
design for compatibility. Compatibility issues may be addressed through development of
an industrial -commercial park development or through a planned unit development
(PUD) overlay zoning district. Such uses would typically not create objectionable
characteristics (such as dirt, noise, glare, heat, odor, smoke, etc.) which extend beyond lot
lines. This district should be located near major arterials or rail services."
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zoning. Current uses include large -tract residential, an animal clinic, a reception hall, and
various light -industrial uses. The Flathead County Zoning Regulations state that this
district is intended "to provide areas for light industrial uses and service uses that
typically do not create objectionable by-products (such as dirt, noise, glare, heat, odors,
smoke, etc.), which extend beyond the lot lines. It is also intended that the encroachment
of nonindustrial or non -specified commercial uses within the district be prevented other
than those listed herein. This district is intended for industrial areas which are located
along state and federal highways and contain greater levels of performance and
mitigation utilizing increased setbacks, landscape buffering, access control and signage
restriction for the purpose of protecting the County's major travel ways from unnecessary
encroachments, limiting access points to encourage improved traffic flows and to
preserve scenic corridors and entrance ways to major communities."
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J: Availability of Public Services and Extension of Services: City water and sewer mains
are present within the highway right-of-way adjoining the subject property. Extensions of
the mains within Snowline Lane will be required to serve the properties. The installation of
the mains is anticipated to be phased in as development occurs. A phasing plan is
discussed later in this report.
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Sewer:
City of Kalispell
Water:
City of Kalispell
Refuse:
Evergreen Disposal
Electricity:
Flathead Electric Cooperative
Gas:
NorthWestern Energy
Telephone:
CenturyTel
Schools:
School District 929 (Somers), Flathead High School
Fire:
City of Kalispell
Police:
City of Kalispell
I. EVALUATION OF THE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL
The intent of a PUD district is to serve as an overlay zoning district. The district shall function in
concert with one or more of the underlying zones to provide a comprehensive, integrated
development plan which will serve to modify the underlying zone and, where appropriate,
subdivision standards with the intent of providing flexibility of architectural design and density
as well as providing the option to mix land uses and densities while preserving and enhancing the
integrity and environmental values of an area.
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The Snowline Lane PUD would be approximately 2.6-acres, currently consisting of 2 lots. The
PUD will be a commercial PUD and function in concert with the B-5 underlying zone. The rear
lot would initially be used as a construction laydown yard. There are no other plans at this point
for development of either lot, but any future development would need to be consistent with the
underlying B-5 zoning and the conditions of this PUD.
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Sections 27.19.020(4) of the zoning regulations provide that the planning board shall review the
PUD application and plan based on the following criteria:
A. The compliance of the proposed PUD with the city growth policy and, in particular,
density and use policies of the plan.
The proposed development is located within the Urban Mixed Use land use category. The
underlying B-5 zoning district fits within that designation. In the B-5, minimum lot area is 7000
square feet and minimum lot width is 70 feet. Both lots are well in excess of the minimums.
Furthermore, no uses are proposed that are not allowed in the B-5 zone.
The Kalispell Growth Policy Plan -It 2035 also includes the following policies:
Chapter 4 Business and Industry (Urban Mixed -Use areas, 4d) - Within these corridor
areas, provide for higher -intensity, mixed -use areas roughly two blocks on both sides of
urban highways. As distance from the highway increases, create a gradual transition into
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the residential neighborhoods by encouraging multi -family, office and other compatible
uses as a transition tool with sensitivity to compatible design.
Chapter 4 Business and Industry (Urban Mixed -Use areas, 4f) - Allow a compatible mix
of higher -intensity uses including office as well as some commercial and light industrial;
medium and high density residential and public facilities.
B. The extent to which the PUD departs from the underlying zoning and the reasons
why such departures are or are not deemed to be in the public interest, and the
mitigating conditions that the PUD provides to address the deviations.
The only departures from the underlying zoning would be restricting certain uses. Casinos
(accessory casinos would be allowed), pre-release centers/private jail facilities, and
telecommunication/cellular towers would not be uses allowed under the PUD. Given the specific
characteristics of the property, such as the proximity to existing residential areas, including the
uses within the PUD would not provide adequate safeguards because conditional use permits are
not required within PUDs.
C. The extent to which the PUD departs from the subdivision regulations (if
subdivision is anticipated) and the public works standards for design and
construction applicable to the subject property, the reasons why such departures
are deemed to be in the public interest, and the mitigating conditions that the PUD
provides to address the deviations;
There is not a subdivision as part of the proposal, so there are no departures from the subdivision
regulations. If there were a subdivision, improvements of Snowline Lane to city collector
standards and extension of water and sewer mains would be required. The road upgrade and
utilities would need to extend to the eastern side of the property (Lot 4) from the highway.
Typically, those improvements would also be required for projects going through building permit
and site review.
Given that the property is already subdivided and the initial use of a contractor's laydown yard
(i.e. a storage yard) would have limited impact with no public access and no employees on site,
requiring the entirety of the upgrades up -front would seem disproportionate. Therefore, it is
appropriate to allow a phasing plan. Under the phasing plan, the proposed laydown yard on Lot
4 could develop without the full improvements; a water main extension will be necessary to the
extent required for fire protection. In conjunction with any development of Lot 5 or any other
use of Lot 4, the road upgrade and utility extensions would be required. A waiver of protest to
creation of a Special Improvement District ("SID") for those improvements should be a
condition of approval. The SID would only be created, if necessary, in a situation where the City
needs to install improvements in Snowline Lane.
Also, at the time of development of Lot 5 along the highway, appropriate right-of-way
improvements, such as a bike path, would be required along with landscape
buffering/improvements on the property to meet entrance corridor standards.
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D. The overall internal integrity of the PUD including the appropriate use of internal
design elements, the use of buffers between different land uses, the use of transitions
between uses of greater and lesser intensity, the use of enhanced design features to
provide connectedness for both vehicle and pedestrian traffic throughout the PUD
and the use of innovative and traditional design to foster more livable
neighborhoods;
The overall layout of the development utilizes two existing lots accessing off of Snowline Lane.
The design plans for a common stormwater facility to be located in a utility lot that will be
created for that purpose. The plan calls for buffering between the laydown yard and the
surrounding uses by enclosing the entire perimeter with a view -obscuring fence. While there are
no internal streets or connections, the eventual development of the property would include street
upgrades which would provide sidewalks along the frontage of the property.
E. The nature and extent of the common open space in the planned development
project, the reliability of the proposals for maintenance and conservation of the
common open space and the adequacy or inadequacy of the amount and function of
the open space in terms of the land use, densities and dwelling types proposed in the
plan;
There is no common open space, although there is a common stormwater facility/utility lot
planned that would be designed to meet city regulations. A maintenance agreement would need
to be provided for, along with a waiver of protest of the creation of a stormwater SID, which
would only be created in the event of a failure to properly manage the stormwater on -site.
Additionally, while there is no parkland requirement because it is a commercial project, as well
as the fact that there is no subdivision occurring with the project, entrance corridor standards will
require a 40 foot landscape buffer on Lot 5 along the highway when the property develops.
F. The manner in which said plan does or does not make adequate provision for public
services, provide adequate control over vehicular traffic and further the amenities
of light or air, recreation and visual enjoyment;
Public service facilities and infrastructure are adequate for the development of this site. Any new
improvements to the property such as storm water retention and water/sewer connections would be
installed in accordance with city policies and standards at the developers' expense.
Water: Water service to the development will be provided by the City of Kalispell and will tie
into the existing main in Highway 93 with an extension to the eastern edge of Lot 4 per the
phasing plan. The water main extension will b-- reviewed and approved by the Kalispell Public
Works Department. There is adequate capacity within the city's water system to accommodate
these lots.
Sewer: Sewer service to the subdivision will be provided by the City of Kalispell. The applicant
will extend sewer service from the main in Highway 93 to the eastern edge of Lot 4 per the
phasing plan. The sewer main extension will be reviewed and approved by the Kalispell Public
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Works Department. There is adequate capacity within the city's sewer system to accommodate
this subdivision.
Solid Waste: Solid waste collection would be provided by Evergreen Disposal.
Access and Roads: The property is at the corner of Snowline Lane and Highway 93 South.
Access for the lots would be off of Snowline Lane. There is a potential right -out only access
onto the highway for the front lot that will be reviewed when that lot develops. The Montana
Department of Transportation submitted a comment that any change in use would require their
review and approval. There are also city regulations which would require City review and
approval as well. The availability of the access will need to be determined at a later date.
There are no new roads or extensions required, although development of the lots would require
upgrades to the existing Snowline Lane. The upgrades would be to city collector standards,
extending to the eastern side of Lot 4, and would be installed per the phasing plan.
Also, in order to align improvements with Ashley Meadows Road across the highway, part of the
design may need to include a dedication at the southwest corner of Lot 5. It is anticipated the
dedication would only involve an area otherwise part of a landscape buffer required by entrance
corridor standards. The dedication, if necessary, would be in conjunction with the improvements
of Snowline Lane at a later date.
Control over vehicular traffic: No improvements are necessary initially as the construction
laydown yard would have minimal traffic. Any future development would require road
improvements per the phasing plan and, if required by traffic counts associated with a proposed
use, a Traffic Impact Study.
Storm Water: Any improvements to Snowline Lane will need to account for storm drainage. Stoml
water runoff from the site shall be managed and constructed per the City of Kalispell Standards for
Design and Construction and storm water management program. Final design will be approved by
Kalispell Public Works Department prior to development. Additionally, prior to development, the
developer will need to submit a construction storm water management plan to the Public Works
Department. This plan will need to show how storm water will be treated and where it will be
directed during construction activities.
Schools: The property is within the boundaries of School District 929 (Somers) and Flathead
High School. It is not anticipated that there would be any students or impact to the schools as a
result of the proposed use as commercial property.
Police: Police services will be provided by the Kalispell Police Department. The department can
adequately provide service to this subdivision.
Fire Protection: Fire protection services will be provided by the Kalispell Fire Department. The
department can adequately provide service to this development. Prior to development and as part
of site review, fire protection, including fire flow and hydrant location, will be reviewed. A
water main extension within Snowline Lane will likely be necessary as part of the laydown yard
use in order to provide a hydrant in an acceptable location. Fire station 61 is located
approximately 3.3 miles away, providing good response time.
G. The relationship, beneficial or adverse, of the planned development project upon the
neighborhood in which it is proposed to be established;
The subject property is at the corner of Snowline Lane and Highway 93 South. It was previously
annexed into the city, but is surrounded by county property zoned I-1H. The highway frontage
in this area contains a mix of uses, including light -industrial, an animal clinic, and a reception
hall. The existing city B-5 zoning is generally consistent with neighboring properties with
highway frontage. Buffering between the east end of the property and the residential area behind
it would be appropriate and the plans provide for a view -obscuring fence to enclose the laydown
yard on Lot 4. The fencing would serve to buffer the use from the adjoining properties.
H. In the case of a plan which proposes development over a period of years, the
sufficiency of the terms and conditions proposed to protect and maintain the
integrity of the plan which finding shall be made only after consultation with the
city attorney;
Required improvements upgrading Snowline Lane to city collector standards and extending city
water and sewer mains are part of a phasing plan that is a condition of approval for the PUD.
Part of the requirements of the PUD is that the developer would enter into an agreement with the
City of Kalispell to adequately ensure that the overall integrity of the development and the
installation of required infrastructure are accomplished as proposed. A recommended condition
of approval for the PUD would require this agreement be in place prior to development.
L Conformity with all applicable provisions of this chapter.
Section 27.19.030 of the zoning ordinance allows for a commercial PUD district to be created
with a minimum size of at least two developable acres in commercial zones, including the B-5.
In this particular case, the property had already received a PUD placeholder designation when it
was annexed in 2008. The placeholder designation requires a full PUD application and review
process prior to development, which is why the applicant submitted for a PUD.
No other specific deviations from the Kalispell Zoning Ordinance or Subdivision Regulations
can be identified based upon the information submitted with the application other than those
addressed in this report.
RECOlV NMNDATION
Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission adopt Staff
Report #KPUD-20-02 as findings of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the
PUD for Snowline Lane be approved subject to the conditions listed below:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
1. The Planned Unit Development for Snowline Lane includes the following deviation from
the Zoning Regulations:
(a) Allowed Uses: Kalispell Zoning Ordinance Sec 27.15.030(2), (9), and (13) —
Casinos, pre-release centers and private jail facilities, and telecommunication
towers/cellular communication towers (including radio, TV, internet, phone and
cable providers) are specifically excluded as allowable uses within the PUD.
Accessory casinos, as provided for in the zoning ordinance, would be allowed.
2. The development of the site shall be in substantial compliance with the application
submitted, the site plan, materials and other specifications as well as any additional
conditions associated with the project as approved by the city council.
3. A development agreement shall be drafted by the Kalispell City Attorney between the
City of Kalispell and the developer outlining and formalizing the terms, conditions and
provisions of approval. The final plan as approved, together with the conditions and
restrictions imposed, shall constitute the Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning for the
site that shall be completed and signed by the city and owner prior to the issuance of a
building permit.
4. A view -obscuring fence enclosing the laydown yard shall be installed by the developer.
The fence shall be reviewed and approved by the City of Kalispell Architectural Review
Committee.
5. The developer shall submit to the Kalispell Public Works Department for review and
approval a storm water report and an engineered drainage plan that meets the
requirements of the current city standards for design and construction. The planned
stormwater facility shall be located in an approved utility lot.
6. Prior to development, the developer shall submit a waiver of the right to protest creation
of a stormwater maintenance district. This district shall only be activated in the event that
the property owner(s) default on the maintenance of the approved stormwater facilities.
The taxes levied within the maintenance district shall be determined by the Public Works
Department with approvals by the Kalispell City Council.
7. The developer shall submit to the Kalispell Public Works Department prior to
construction an erosion/sediment control plan for review and approval.
8. Improvements of Snowline Lane to city collector standards and extension of water and
sewer mains are required. The road upgrade and utilities shall extend to the eastern side
of the property (Lot 4) from the highway. Under the phasing plan, the proposed laydown
yard on Lot 4 could develop without the full improvements; a water main extension will
be necessary to the extent required for fire protection. In conjunction with any
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development of Lot 5 or any other use of Lot 4, the road upgrade and utility extensions
shall be required.
9. A waiver of protest to creation of a Special Improvement District ("SID") for the
Snowline Lane improvements and utility extensions are a condition of approval prior to
commencement of any use on either lot, including the laydown yard. The SID would
only be created, if necessary, in a situation where the City needs to install improvements
in Snowline Lane.
10. Any required additional right-of-way necessary for street improvements shall be
dedicated to the City of Kalispell. Additionally, the existing fee interest in the right-of-
way for Snowline Lane shall be dedicated to the City of Kalispell.
II. In order to align improvements with Ashley Meadows Road across Highway 93, part of
the design of the Snowline Lane upgrade may need to include a dedication at the
southwest corner of Lot 5 if required by the City of Kalispell. It is anticipated the
dedication would only involve an area otherwise part of a landscape buffer required by
entrance corridor standards. The dedication, if necessary, would be in conjunction with
the improvements of Snowline Lane pursuant to the phasing plan.
12. At the time of development of Lot 5 along the highway, appropriate right-of-way
improvements, including, but not necessarily limited to, a bike path and landscaping,
would be required along with landscape buffering/improvements on the property to meet
entrance corridor standards.
13. The developer shall submit water and sanitary sewer plans, applicable specifications, and
design reports to the Kalispell Public Works Department and the Montana Department of
Environmental Quality for concurrent review, with approval of both required prior to
construction of the mains at the time the extensions are to be completed.
14. The Kalispell Fire Department shall review and approve access, placement of fire
hydrants and fire flows prior to any development. Any required improvements for fire
protection shall be installed pursuant to Fire Department requirements.
15. All utilities shall be installed underground.
16. All areas disturbed during development shall be re -vegetated with a weed -free mix
immediately after development.
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AMENDED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
SNOWLINE LAND PUD (IPUD-20-02)
The Planned Unit Development for Snowline Lane includes the following deviation from
the Zoning Regulations:
(a) Allowed Uses: Kalispell Zoning Ordinance Sec 27.15.030(2), (9), and (13) —
Casinos, pre-release centers and private jail facilities, and telecommunication
towers/cellular communication towers (including radio, TV, internet, phone and
cable providers) are specifically excluded as allowable uses within the PUD.
Accessory casinos, as provided for in the zoning ordinance, would be allowed.
2. The development of the site shall be in substantial compliance with the application
submitted, the site plan, materials and other specifications as well as any additional
conditions associated with the project as approved by the city council.
3. A development agreement shall be drafted by the Kalispell City Attorney between the City
of Kalispell and the developer outlining and formalizing the terms, conditions and
provisions of approval. The final plan as approved, together with the conditions and
restrictions imposed, shall constitute the Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning for the
site that shall be completed and signed by the city and owner prior to the issuance of a
building permit.
4. A view -obscuring fence enclosing the laydown yard shall be installed by the developer.
The fence shall be reviewed and approved by the City of Kalispell Architectural Review
Committee.
5. The developer shall submit to the Kalispell Public Works Department for review and
approval a storm water report and an engineered drainage plan that meets the requirements
of the current city standards for design and construction. The planned stormwater facility
shall be located in an approved utility lot.
6. Prior to development, the developer shall submit a waiver of the right to protest creation
of a stormwater maintenance district. This district shall only be activated in the event that
the property owner(s) default on the maintenance of the approved stormwater facilities.
The taxes levied within the maintenance district shall be determined by the Public Works
Department with approvals by the Kalispell City Council.
7. The developer shall submit to the Kalispell Public Works Department prior to construction
an erosion/sediment control plan for review and approval.
8. Improvements of Snowline Lane to city collector standards and extension of water and
sewer mains are required. The road upgrade and utilities shall extend to the eastern side of
the property (Lot 4) from the highway. Under the phasing plan, the proposed laydown yard
on Lot 4 could develop without the full improvements; a water main extension will be
necessary to the extent required for fire protection. In conjunction with any development
of Lot 5 or any other use of Lot 4, the road upgrade and utility extensions shall be required.
9. A waiver of protest to creation of a Special Improvement District ("SID") for the Snowline
Lane improvements and utility extensions are a condition of approval prior to
commencement of any use on either lot, including the laydown yard. The SID would only
be created, if necessary, in a situation where the City needs to install water main, sewer
main, or road improvements in Snowline Lane to serve any development to the east of Lot
4.
10. Any required additional right-of-way necessary for street improvements shall be dedicated
to the City of Kalispell. Additionally, the existing fee interest in the right-of-way for
Snowline Lane shall be dedicated to the City of Kalispell.
11. In order to align improvements with Ashley Meadows Road across Highway 93, part of
the design of the Snowline Lane upgrade may need to include a dedication at the southwest
corner of Lot 5 if required by the City of Kalispell. It is anticipated the dedication would
only involve an area otherwise part of a landscape buffer required by entrance corridor
standards. The dedication, if necessary, would be in conjunction with the improvements
of Snowline Lane pursuant to the phasing plan.
12. At the time of development of Lot 5 along the highway, appropriate right-of-way
improvements, including, but not necessarily limited to, a bike path and landscaping, would
be required along with landscape buffering/improvements on the property to meet entrance
corridor standards.
13. The developer shall submit water and sanitary sewer plans, applicable specifications, and
design reports to the Kalispell Public Works Department and the Montana Department of
Environmental Quality for concurrent review, with approval of both required prior to
construction of the mains at the time the extensions are to be completed.
14. The Kalispell Fire Department shall review and approve access, placement of fire hydrants
and fire flows prior to any development. Any required improvements for fire protection
shall be installed pursuant to Fire Department requirements.
15. All utilities shall be installed underground.
16. All areas disturbed during development shall be re -vegetated with a weed -free mix
immediately after development.
Planning Department
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PROJECT NAME Hammerquist Casalegno construction laydown yard
1. NAME OF APPLICANT: Hammerquist Casalegno, LLC
2. MAIL ADDRESS: 1417 First Avenue East,
3. CITY/STATE/ZIP: Kalispell, MT 59901 PHONE: 406-257-6856
NAME AND ADDRESS OF OWNER IF DIFFERENT THAN APPLICANT:
4. NAME: Finntana. LLC
5. MAIL ADDRESS: 345 Sunny Dene Lane
6. CITY/STATE/ZIP: Kalispell, MT 59901 PHONE: 406-471-8685
7. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: Thor Jackola P.E. - Jackola Engineering & Architecture, PC
8. MAIL ADDRESS: 2250 US Highway 93 South
9. CITY/STATE/ZIP: Kalispell, MT 59901 PHONE: 406-755-3208
If there are others who should be notified during the review process, please list those.
Check One:
X Initial PUD proposal
Amendment to an existing PUD
A. Property Address: 145 & 151 Snowline Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901
B. Total Area of Property: 2.558 gross acres, 2.26 net acres
C. Legal description including section, township & range:
In the NW1/4 of 5.33. T.28.N. R.21.W. P.M.. M.. Flathead Countv Lots 5 and 4 of Lost Creek
Subdivision
D. The present zoning of the above property is: B-5 / PUD
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Planning Department
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E. Please provide the following information in a narrative format with supporting drawings or other
format as needed:
a. An overall description of the goals and objectives for the development of the project.
Lot 4 (151 Snowline Lane) will be constructed as a secure construction laydown yard, Lot 5 (145
Snowline Lane) will be graded, seeded and maintained as a grass area for a future e-5
development.
b. In cases where the development will be executed in increments, a schedule showing the time
within phase will be completed.
The construction yard for Lot 4 (151 Snowline Lane) would like to be constructed as soon as
possible, there is no current plan nor is there any schedule for improvements beyond grading,
seeding and maintenance of lot 5 (145 Snowline Lane).
c. The extent to which the plan departs from zoning and subdivision regulations including but
not limited to density, setbacks and use, and the reasons why such departures are or are not deemed to
be in the public interest;
No deviations to B-5 foreseen.
d. The nature and extent of the common open space in the project and the provisions for
maintenance and conservation of the common open space; and the adequacy of the amount and
function of the open space in terms of the land use, densities and dwelling types proposed in the plan;
Gentle swales and set back to Lot 4's screen/security fencing off snowline lone's north ROW
easement will allow most of the current trees to remain as a buffer and screen public views into
the construction yard from the south.
Nearly % of an acre (-60' X 150') will be dedicated to an openly graded and shallow grass swale
area between the Lot 5 and Lot 4. This area will be grass/mowed and double as a storm water
retention area for both lots 4 & 5 and will be maintained as part of the landscape area.
The western boundary of Lot 5 (along U.S. 93 S) will have the view corridor set -back (-30') and is
planned to be graded and grassed with swale for ROW drainage to the south.
e. The manner in which services will be provided such as water, sewer, storm water
management, schools, roads, traffic management, pedestrian access, recreational facilities and other
applicable services and utilities.
Sewer, water and storm utilities are available adjacent to the project in the U.S. 93 ROW.
Flathead electric and NW Energy gas services are available at the site.
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Planning Department
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James Freyholtz from (MDT Kalispell Area Traffic Engineer) confirmed that the right -turn only will
be allowed to remain for Lot 5 onto U.S. 93 S northbound at the current approach location.
A new approach off Snowline Lane at the east property line to Lot 4 (151 Snowline Lane)
mitigates construction of structures in front of the east neighbor's residence and improves the
site line for westbound traffic on Snowline Lane for vehicles entering/exiting the construction
yard.
Additionally, Snowline Lane's connectivity to Rocky Cliff, Demersville Road, Lower Valley Road
and ultimately the traffic light at U.S. 93 at 4-corners allows additional options for safe
ingress/egress to primary highways and arterial streets/roads from the development.
There are no pedestrian or recreational provisions planned, nor are there any of these types of
provisions that can be extended from neighboring properties. Note that the current bike -path
traverses north -south of along the west (opposite side) of U.S. 93 and does not cross under U.S.
93 to the east side until well south of Snowline lane.
f. The relationship, beneficial or adverse, of the planned development project upon the
neighborhood in which it is proposed to be established
Development perfectly suited for the City of Kalispell's e-5 underlying zoning designation.
g. How the plan provides reasonable consideration to the character of the neighborhood and
the peculiar suitability of the property for the proposed use.
Compatible with underlying City of Kalispell e-5 zoning designation, see also attached
development plan and responses above.
h. Where there are more intensive uses or incompatible uses planned within the project or on
the project boundaries, how with the impacts of those uses be mitigated.
No intensive or incompatible uses planned.
i. How the development plan will further the goals, policies and objectives of the Kalispell
Growth Policy.
This development fits the City's "Highway 93 South Corridor Area Plan" within Kalispell Growth
policy for contribution to local commercial and industrial economic growth and aligns with the
policies developed for this Plan.
j. Include site plans, drawings and schematics with supporting narratives where needed that
includes the following information:
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Planning Department
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See attached
(1). Total acreage and present zoning classifications;
(2). Zoning classification of all adjoining properties;
(3). Density in dwelling units per gross acre;
(4). Location, size height and number of stories for buildings and uses proposed for buildings;
(5). Layout and dimensions of streets, parking areas, pedestrian walkways and surfacing;
(6). Vehicle, emergency and pedestrian access, traffic circulation and control;
(7). Location, size, height, color and materials of signs;
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Planning Department
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(8). Location and height of fencing and/or screening;
(9). Location and type of landscaping;
(10). Location and type of open space and common areas;
(11). Proposed maintenance of common areas and open space;
(12). Property boundary locations and setback lines
(13). Special design standards, materials and / or colors;
(14). Proposed schedule of completions and phasing of the development, if applicable;
(15). Covenants, conditions and restrictions;
(16). Any other information that may be deemed relevant and appropriate to allow for adequate review.
If the PUD involves the division of land for the purpose of conveyance, a preliminary plat shall be
prepared in accordance with the requirements of the subdivision regulations.
Please note that the approved final plan, together with the conditions and restrictions imposed, shall
constitute the zoning for the district. No building permit shall be issued for any structure within the
district unless such structure conforms to the provisions of the approved plan.
The signing of this application signifies that the aforementioned information is true and correct and
grants approval for Kalispell Planning staff to be present on the property for routine monitoring and
inspection during review process.
N,-O,a,f,
(Applicant Signature) (Date)
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