Staff Report/Spring Creek Park Ph 2 & 3 Preliminary PlatKALisPEii.
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REPORT TO: Doug Russell, City Manager
FROM: PJ Sorensen, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: KPP-23-01 — Spring Creek Park Phases 2 & 3 Preliminary Plat
MEETING DATE: March 6, 2023
BACKGROUND: GKM Associates, LLC, has submitted a request for preliminary plat approval for
Spring Creek Park Phases 2 and 3, a major subdivision on approximately 49.6 acres located to the
southeast of the intersection of Three Mile Drive and West Springcreek Road. The subdivision
would contain 22 lots (18 attached single-family lots, three multi -family lots, and one commercial
lot) as well as streets, parks and open space. It is anticipated that the multi -family lots would contain
up to 464 dwelling units. The development proposal is consistent with a Planned Unit Development
("PUD") overlay approved by the Kalispell City Council on March 21, 2022 (Ordinance 1873),
which provided for a total of 642 residential units (464 multi -family, 65 detached single-family
dwellings, and 113 townhome/rowhouse dwellings), along with 2 commercial lots.
The property can be described as Tract 1 of Certificate of Survey No. 20588, a tract of land, situated,
lying and being in the Northwest Quarter of Section 11, Township 28 North, Range 22 West, P.M.M.,
Flathead County, Montana, excepting therefrom the subdivision plat of Spring Creek Park Phase IA, on
file and of record in Flathead County, Montana, located in the northwest one quarter of Section 11,
Township 28 North, Range 22 West, Principal Meridian, Montana, City of Kalispell, County of
Flathead, Montana.
The Kalispell Planning Board held a duly noticed public hearing on February 14, 2023, to consider
the request. Staff presented staff report KPP-23-01 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 35 listed conditions.
Other than from the applicant, no public comments were received at the public hearing, although two
written public comments were submitted. The public comment generally focused on traffic. The
public hearing was closed and a motion was presented to adopt staff report KPP-23-01 as findings of
fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the preliminary plat be approved subject to the
35 conditions. Board discussion concluded that the request was appropriate, and the motion was
approved on a unanimous vote.
RECOMMENDATION:
PRELIMINARY PLAT: It is recommended that the Kalispell City Council approve Resolution
6121, a resolution approving a request from GKM Associates, LLC, for approval of the preliminary
plat for Spring Creek Park Phases 2 & 3 (KPP-23-01), a major subdivision preliminary plat
consisting of approximately 49.6 acres with 35 conditions of approval, which can be described as
Tract 1 of Certificate of Survey No. 20588, a tract of land, situated, lying and being in the Northwest
Quarter of Section 11, Township 28 North, Range 22 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana,
excepting therefrom the subdivision plat of Spring Creek Park Phase IA, on file and of record in
Flathead County, Montana, located in the northwest one quarter of Section 11, Township 28 North,
Range 22 West, Principal Meridian, Montana, City of Kalispell, County of Flathead, Montana.
FISCAL EFFECTS: There are no anticipated fiscal impacts at this time.
ALTERNATIVES: Deny the request.
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution 6121
February 14, 2023, Kalispell Planning Board Minutes
Staff Report
Maps
Application Materials Linked Here
Public Comment
Aimee Brunckhorst, Kalispell City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 6121
A RESOLUTION CONDITIONALLY APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF
PHASES 2 AND 3 OF SPRING CREEK PARK, DESCRIBED AS TRACT 1 OF
CERTIFICATE OF SURVEY NO.20588, A TRACT OF LAND, SITUATED, LYING AND
BEING IN THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 28 NORTH,
RANGE 22 WEST, P.M.M., FLATHEAD COUNTY, MONTANA.
WHEREAS, GKM Associates, LLC, the owner of the certain real property described above, has
petitioned for approval of Phases 2 and 3 of the Subdivision Plat of said property;
and
WHEREAS, the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on
February 14, 2023 on the proposal and reviewed Subdivision Report #KPP-23-01
issued by the Kalispell Planning Department; and
WHEREAS, the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission has recommended
approval of the Preliminary Plat of Phases 2 and 3 of Spring Creek Park, subject to
certain conditions and recommendations; and
WHEREAS, the city council of the City of Kalispell at its regular council meeting of March 6,
2023, reviewed the Kalispell Planning Department Report #KPP-23-01, reviewed the
recommendations of the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission, and
found from the Preliminary Plat, and evidence, that the subdivision is in the public
interest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KALISPELL, MONTANA AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That the Findings of Fact contained in Kalispell Planning Department Report
#KPP-23-01 are hereby adopted as the Findings of Fact of the city council.
SECTION 2. That the application of GKM Associates, LLC for approval of the
Preliminary Plat of Phases 2 and 3 of Spring Creek Park, Kalispell, Flathead
County, Montana is hereby approved subject to the following conditions:
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 preliminary plat as approved by the city council.
2. The preliminary plat approval shall be valid for a period of three years from the date of
approval.
3. The storm water ponds shall be designed in a way that they become a visual interest to the
development. Chain link fencing surrounding the retention pond as the dominant fixture shall
not be allowed without mitigation. The developer shall work closely with the Parks
Department and Public Works to develop a design that is both visually appealing and meets
the required safety guidelines. It is intended that when the project is developed the ponds will
act as features, particularly along the roadways, rather than a private maintenance utility
facility.
4. 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. Any open storm water facilities
should have an elevated aesthetic design to be reviewed and approved by the city
Architectural Review Committee. Prior to final plat, a certification shall be submitted to the
public works department stating that the drainage plan for the subdivision has been installed
as designed and approved.
5. The developer shall submit to the Kalispell Public Works Department prior to construction
an erosion/sediment control plan for review and approval and a copy of all documents
submitted to Montana Department of Environmental Quality for the General Permit for
Storm Water Discharge Associated with Construction Activities.
6. 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.
7. New infrastructure required to serve the subdivision shall be designed and constructed in
accordance with the City of Kalispell's Standards for Design and Construction. All design
work shall be reviewed and approved in writing by the Kalispell Public Works Department
prior to construction. This infrastructure shall include but not be limited to streets, street
lighting, street signage, curb, gutter, boulevard and sidewalks.
8. Water and sewer main extensions shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the
City of Kalispell's Standards for Design and Construction and in compliance with the city's
facilities update and extensions of services plans. The water and sewer main extension plans
shall be reviewed and approved by the Kalispell Public Works Department. Prior to final
plat, a certification shall be submitted to the Public Works Department stating that the water
and sewer mains have been built and tested as designed and approved.
9. Per city standards, the water mains shall be extended within the adjacent frontages to the far
property line. The main in West Springcreek shall be extended with Phase 2. The main may
need to be upsized, and the city would participate in the upsize cost.
10. Any water rights associated with the property shall be transferred to the City of Kalispell.
The water rights shall be allocated proportionally for each phase of the development prior to
final plat.
11. The full length of the sewer main within West Springcreek shall be installed in conjunction
with Phase 2. Due to topography, a full extension to the south property line will likely not be
required, but will be subject to review and approval by the Public Works Department.
12. The developer shall submit the street designs to the Kalispell Public Works Department for
review and approval prior to construction. Street designs shall meet the city standards for
design and construction.
13. Three Mile and West Springcreek shall be upgraded for the length of the frontage to a minor
arterial standard. Improvements may include, but would not necessarily be limited to,
widening travel lanes, bike/pedestrian paths, landscape boulevard, streetlights, and
curb/gutter. Dedication of additional right-of-way will be required for improvements for the
adjoining roadways, as well as for the roundabout at the intersection of Three Mile Drive and
West Springcreek. Improvements for both Three Mile and West Springcreek shall be
installed with Phase 2.
14. Internal streets would include streets built to local/collector design standards pursuant to the
Standards for Design and Construction including, but not limited to, sidewalks, landscape
boulevard, streetlights, and curb/gutter. At the west end of Triple Creek Drive, there shall be
a hammerhead turnaround or other approved alternated design to accommodate snow
plowing and emergency access.
15. A turning movement distribution shall be provided if a compact roundabout internal to Phase
2 is to be built. lfjustified, adequate right-of-way shall be dedicated to provide a single lane,
compact roundabout with a minimum 80-foot diameter.
16. Alleys included within the plat shall be maintained as private alleys with public utility
easements. Any lot located on the collector with an alley shall access only from the alley.
17. Pursuant to Sec 28.3.25 of the subdivision regulations, the final plat shall include a note
stating that "The owners hereby waive the right to protest the creation of an SID for the
purpose of financing improvements to area roads which specifically benefit this
subdivision."
18. Prior to final plat, all mitigation recommended as part of the approved traffic impact study
relative to the given phase shall be completed. All improvements shall be reviewed and
approved by the Public Works Department. Per the city Standards for Design and
Construction, the development shall maintain or improve the existing level of service for the
affected roadways rather than simply maintaining an acceptable level of service.
Improvements necessary to maintain the existing level of service will be required.
19. Based on the Traffic Impact Study ("TIS") and city review of the TIS, there are several areas
which require mitigation.
(a) Intersection of Three Mile Drive and West Springcreek: A roundabout shall be
installed with Phase 2 at the intersection. The roundabout will require dedication of
additional right-of-way. The specific design of the roundabout is subject to MDT
review and approval, as well as review and approval by the Kalispell Public Works
Department.
(b) Intersection of the internal collector road and Three Mile Drive: The intersection
shall include a northbound right turn lane.
(c) Intersection of Camp Crook Avenue and Three Mile Drive: Northbound left-hand
turns shall be restricted. This improvement, which is also a condition of Phase 1,
shall be installed prior to the final plat of Phase 2
(d) Intersection of Heaven's Peak and Three Mile Drive: The developer shall provide a
14-hour intersection turning movement study and install a signalized intersection at
Three Mile Drive and Heaven's Peak Drive when warrants are met per Manual on
Uniform Traffic Control Devices and MDT.
(e) Intersection of Stillwater Road and Three Mile Drive: The developer shall provide a
14-hour intersection turning movement study to determine if a signal is warranted.
When warranted, staff recommends a regional SID to construct the signal.
20. The recommendations in the Geotech report shall be followed.
21. Basements are not allowed within the development unless appropriately designed with
waterproofing and other design elements required by the Kalispell Building Department. All
building sites within the development shall be subj ect to additional review if required by the
Kalispell Building Department including, but not necessarily limited to, site specific
geotechnical investigation.
22. Under Section 28.3.06 of the subdivision regulations, the development shall maintain a
minimum 100-foot setback from wetlands to any proposed lot boundaries. Under Section
28.3.07, the development shall limit uses within the 50-foot setback from the stream.
23. Prior to final plat, a letter from the Kalispell Public Works Department shall be submitted
stating that all new infrastructure has been accepted by the City of Kalispell, any private
infrastructure has been constructed per city standards, and a proper bond has been accepted
for unfinished work.
24. All existing and proposed easements shall be indicated on the face of the final plat. Utility
easements for city water and sewer shall be provided to allow for the logical extension of
utilities from this subdivision to adjoining properties. A letter from the Kalispell Public Works
Department shall be obtained stating that the required easements are being shown on the final
plat.
25. The following statement shall appear on the final plat: "The undersigned hereby grants unto
each and every person, firm or corporation, whether public or private, providing or offering to
provide telephone, telegraph, electric power, gas, cable television, water or sewer service to the
public, the right to the joint use of an easement for the construction, maintenance, repair, and
removal of their lines and other facilities, in, over, under, and across each area designated on
this plat as "Utility Easement" to have and to hold forever."
Developer's Signature
26. Prior to filing the final plat, a letter from the US Postal Service shall be included stating the
Service has reviewed and approved of the design and location of the mail delivery site. The
mail delivery site shall be installed or bonded for prior to final plat. In addition, the mail
delivery site and improvements shall also be included in the preliminary and final
engineering plans to be reviewed by the Public Works Department. The mail delivery site
shall not impact a sidewalk or proposed boulevard area.
27. A homeowner's association (HOA) shall be formed and established to provide for the
maintenance of the common areas, including, but not necessarily limited to, roads, parks and
open space. Maintenance of any private roads and alleys shall include both short term and
long-term maintenance including, but not necessarily limited to, snow plowing, landscaping,
sidewalks, street repairs, overlays, and rebuilds of the street.
28. A letter from the Kalispell Fire Department approving the access, placement of the fire
hydrants and fire flows within the subdivision shall be submitted prior to final plat.
29. A letter shall be obtained from the Parks and Recreation Director approving a landscape plan
for the placement of trees and landscaping materials within the landscape boulevards of the
streets serving the subdivision, common area, and adjoining rights -of -way. The approved
landscape plan shall be implemented or a cash -in -lieu payment for installation of the street
trees and groundcover be provided to the Kalispell Parks and Recreation Department.
30. A park plan shall be created and approved by the Parks and Recreation Director prior to final
plat of Phase 2.
31. A note shall be placed on the final plat indicating a waiver of the right to protest creation of a
park maintenance district. This district shall only be activated in the event that the property
owners' association defaults on their park and open space amenity conditions. The
assessments levied within the maintenance district shall be determined by the Parks and
Recreation Department with approvals by the Kalispell City Council.
32. A note shall be placed on the final plat indicating 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
assessments levied within the maintenance district shall be determined by the Public Works
Department with approvals by the Kalispell City Council.
33. A minimum of two-thirds of the necessary infrastructure for the subdivision shall be
completed prior to final plat submittal.
34. All utilities shall be installed underground and in locations that are approved by the Kalispell
Public Works Department in accordance with the Kalispell Standards for Design and
Construction.
35. All areas disturbed during development shall be re -vegetated with a weed -free mix
immediately after development.
SECTION 3. Upon proper review and filing of the Final Plat of said subdivision in the
office of the Flathead County Clerk and Recorder, said premises shall be a
subdivision of the City of Kalispell.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND SIGNED BY THE MAYOR OF
THE CITY OF KALISPELL THIS 6TH DAY OF MARCH, 2023.
ATTEST:
Aimee Brunckhorst, CMC
City Clerk
Mark Johnson
Mayor
KALISPELL CITY PLANNING BOARD & ZONING COMMISSION
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
February 14, 2023
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 (chair), Pip Burke, Kevin Aurich, Doug Kauffman, Rory
Young, Kurt Vomfell, and Joshua Borgardt. PJ Sorensen and Jarod
Nygren represented the Kalispell Planning Department. Keith Haskins
representing the Kalispell Public Works Department.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Vomfell moved and Borgardt seconded a motion to approve the minutes
of the January 10, 2023, 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-22-09, KPUD-22-05, KPP-22-08
A request from Timberwolf Ridge, LLC, for annexation, initial zoning of
TIMBERWOLF RIDGE
RA-1 (Residential Apartment) with a Residential Planned Unit
Development ("PUD") overlay, and major preliminary plat on
approximately 20.1 acres of land. The development, called Timberwolf
Ridge, would contain up to 400 multi -family dwelling units in six (6)
buildings on six (6) lots along with parking, recreational amenities, and
open space. The property is located at 605 Stillwater Road at the
intersection of Stillwater Road and Timberwolf Parkway and can be
described as Parcel A of Certificate of Survey Number 16743, situated,
lying and being in the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of the
Northwest Quarter and the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter
of the Southwest Quarter of Section 36, Township 29 North, Range 22
West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana.
STAFF REPORT
PJ Sorensen representing the Kalispell Planning Department reviewed
Staff Report #KA-22-09, KPUD-22-05, & KPP-22-08.
Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning
Commission adopt Staff Report #KA-22-09, KPUD-22-05, & KPP-22-08
as findings of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the
property be annexed and the zoning for the property be RA-1 (Residential
Apartment), with a PUD overlay, the preliminary plat be approved, and
that the preliminary plat be approved.
BOARD DISCUSSION
Graham requested to see the presentation from the applicant that shows
how they arrived with their design. David Koel from Cushing Terrell gave
the presentation.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
MOTION — KA-22-09
Vomfell moved and Kauffman seconded that the Kalispell Planning
Board adopt staff report #KA-22-09 as findings of fact and recommend to
the Kalispell City Council that the property be annexed and the zoning for
the property be RA-1 (Residential Apartment), with a PUD overlay.
BOARD DISCUSSION
None.
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ROLL CALL
Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
MOTION — KPUD-22-05
Kauffman moved and Vomfell seconded that the Kalispell City Planning
Board and Zoning Commission adopt Staff Report #KPUD-22-05 as
findings of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the
Timberwolf Ridge PUD be approved subject to the conditions listed in the
staff report.
BOARD DISCUSSION
Young felt that the condition for the stormwater ponds being a visual
interest is very subjective. Sorensen advised that detailed plans are
typically not provided at this stage and that this verbiage has been used
for PUDs in previous years. Nygren stated that it is difficult to design them
without a full engineered design due to many variables. They do have
some good templates that guide developers but there are plans to do some
updates.
ROLL CALL
Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
MOTION — KPP-22-08
Vomfell moved and Young seconded that the Kalispell City Planning
Board and Zoning Commission adopt staff report #KPP-22-08 as findings
of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the preliminary
plat for Timberwolf Ridge be approved subject to the conditions listed in
the staff report.
BOARD DISCUSSION
None.
ROLL CALL
Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
KPP-23-01— SPRING CREEK
A request from GKM Associates, LLC, for preliminary plat approval for
PARK PHASES 2 & 3
Spring Creek Park Phases 2 and 3, a major subdivision on approximately
49.6 acres located to the southeast of the intersection of Three Mile Drive
and West Springcreek Road. The subdivision would contain 22 lots (18
attached single-family lots, three multi -family lots, and one commercial
lot) as well as streets, parks and open space. It is anticipated that the multi-
family lots would contain up to 464 dwelling units. The development
proposal is consistent with a Planned Unit Development overlay approved
by the Kalispell City Council on March 21, 2022 (Ordinance 1873). The
property can be described as Tract 1 of Certificate of Survey No. 20588,
a tract of land, situated, lying and being in the Northwest Quarter of
Section 11, Township 28 North, Range 22 West, P.M.M., Flathead
County, Montana, excepting therefrom the subdivision plat of Spring
Creek Park Phase IA, on file and of record in Flathead County, Montana,
located in the northwest one quarter of Section 11, Township 28 North,
Range 22 West, Principal Meridian, Montana, City of Kalispell, County
of Flathead, Montana.
STAFF REPORT
PJ Sorensen representing the Kalispell Planning Department reviewed
Staff Report #KPP-23-01.
Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning
Commission adopt staff report #KPP-23-01 as findings of fact and
recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the preliminary plat for
Spring Creek Park Phases 2 and 3 be approved subject to the conditions
in the staff report.
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BOARD DISCUSSION
Young asked staff if Phase 3 could be platted before Phase 1. Sorensen
and Nygren advised that it could be but the improvements would be done
based on the associated PUD. Graham asked staff if there is something to
trigger improvements. Sorensen advised that MDT bases warranted
improvements on actual traffic volumes and the uniform traffic manual.
MDT requires studies done before and would likely require the developer
to put some funds into escrow or bond for it to cover the cost of the
required improvements. Once warrants are in, they would install them.
Graham confirmed with staff that part of the Phase 2 & 3 improvements
would be going in as part of the PUD. Graham also stated that this project
was previously approved and is not a new project. Sorensen added that all
5 traffic mitigation conditions were part of the 2022 PUD approval; there
is no additional density and there is the same number of lots.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mike Brodie, representing the developer, advised the Board that they
conducted a warrant study for Phase 1 and a traffic signal is not currently
warranted, but after they conducted a sensitivity analysis, a signal would
be warranted after Phase 2. They are working with MDT on roundabout.
MOTION — KPP-23-01
Vomfell motioned and Burke seconded that the Kalispell City Planning
Board and Zoning Commission adopt staff report #KPP-23-01 as findings
of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the preliminary
plat for Spring Creek Park Phases 2 and 3 be approved subject to the
conditions listed in the staff report.
BOARD DISCUSSION
None.
ROLL CALL
Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
KA-23-01— FOUR MILE WELL
A request from the City of Kalispell for annexation and initial zoning of
SITE
R-2 (Residential) of a property located at 850 Four Mile Drive. The
property is intended to be used as a well site which would be part of the
city water system infrastructure. The property can be described as a tract
of land located in the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of
Section 2, Township 28 North, Range 22 West, P.M.M., Flathead County,
Montana, and further described as Tract 1 of Certificate of Survey No.
12112, containing 1.52 acres, more or less, as filed in the office of the
Clerk and Recorder of Flathead County, Montana, on February 24', 1995,
as Document No. 9505515180.
STAFF REPORT
PJ Sorensen representing the Kalispell Planning Department reviewed
Staff Report #KA-23-01.
Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning
Commission adopt Staff Report #KA-23-01 as findings of fact and
recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the property be annexed and
the zoning for the property be city R-2 (Residential).
BOARD DISCUSSION
Young asked if there is additional R-2 zoning outside of the subject
property. Sorensen advised that the suburban residential designation
generally supports R-1, R-2, R-3, and R-4. The property immediately
adjacent to the east is currently city zoned for R-2. Vomfell asked how the
city determines if there is adequate water supply. Sorensen advised that
the facilities, transportation, water, and stormwater plans are all
incorporated in the growth policy. Haskins advised that prior to approving
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a new development, Public Works reviews firm capacity and storage tank
capacity and the demand that a new development would require and that
they are adding new development into the models for facility plans.
Young confirmed with staff that the city must follow DEQ and the State
of Montana requirements. Nygren advised that they allocate density to
certain areas within the urban growth boundaries and that they are
planning out to 75 to 100 years of growth. Developers pay the impact fees
that are used for the construction of the well sites and water storage.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
MOTION — KA-23-01
Kauffman motioned and Vomfell seconded that the Kalispell City
Planning Board and Zoning Commission adopt Staff Report #KA-23-01 as
findings of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the
property be annexed and the zoning for the property be city R-2
(Residential).
BOARD DISCUSSION
None.
ROLL CALL
Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
OLD BUSINESS
Nygren advised that the city was awarded a planning grant to make Main
Street more pedestrian friendly. The planning process will take 2-3 years
and will require working with the County, MDT, and USDOT, .
NEW BUSINESS
Sorensen updated the board on the upcoming March 14, 2023 Planning
Board Meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:58 pm.
Chad Graham
President
APPROVED as submitted/amended:
Kirstin Robinson
Recording Secretary
Kalispell City Planning Board
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SPRING CREEK PARK PHASES 2 & 3
MAJOR SUBDIVISION - STAFF REPORT #KPP-23-01
KALISPELL PLANNING DEPARTMENT
FEBRUARY 8, 2023
A report to the Kalispell City Planning Board and the Kalispell City Council regarding a request
from GKM Associates, LLC, for major preliminary plat for Phases 2 and 3 of the development
on approximately 49.6 acres. A public hearing has been scheduled before the Planning Board for
February 14, 2023, 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
This report regards a request from GKM Associates, LLC, for preliminary plat approval for
Spring Creek Park Phases 2 and 3, a major subdivision on approximately 49.6 acres located to
the southeast of the intersection of Three Mile Drive and West Springcreek Road. The
subdivision would contain 22 lots (18 attached single-family lots, three multi -family lots, and
one commercial lot) as well as streets, parks and open space. It is anticipated that the multi-
family lots would contain up to 464 dwelling units. The development proposal is consistent with
a Planned Unit Development ("PUD") overlay approved by the Kalispell City Council on March
21, 2022 (Ordinance 1873), which provided for a total of 642 residential units (464 multi -family,
65 detached single-family dwellings, and 113 townhome/rowhouse dwellings), along with 2
commercial lots.
A: Applicant: GKM Associates, LLC
208 1st Ave E
Kalispell, MT 59901
B: Location: The property can be described as Tract 1 of Certificate of Survey No. 20588, a
tract of land, situated, lying and being in the Northwest Quarter of Section 11, Township 28
North, Range 22 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana, excepting therefrom the
subdivision plat of Spring Creek Park Phase IA, on file and of record in Flathead County,
Montana, located in the northwest one quarter of Section 11, Township 28 North, Range 22
West, Principal Meridian, Montana, City of Kalispell, County of Flathead, Montana.
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(Residential) and B-1 (Neighborhood
Business), all with a PUD overlay
approved in 2022.
The RA-1 zone is "a
residential district intended to
provide for urban areas for multi-
family use and compatible non-
residential uses of medium land use
intensity. It should be served with all
public utilities and be in close
proximity to municipal services,
parks, or shopping districts. This
zoning district would typically be
found in areas designated as urban
residential or high density residential
on the Kalispell Growth Policy
Future Land Use Map."
The R-3 zone is a "district
intended to provide lot areas for urban residential development. This district should have
good thoroughfare access, and be in proximity to community and neighborhood facilities,
i.e., schools, parks, shopping areas, etc. Development within this district must be served
by all public utilities. This zoning district would typically be found in areas designated as
suburban residential or urban residential on the Kalispell Growth Policy Future Land Use
Map."
The B-1 zone is "business district intended to provide certain commercial and
professional office uses where such uses are compatible with the adjacent residential
areas. This district would typically serve as a buffer between residential areas and other
commercial districts. Development scale and pedestrian orientation are important
elements of this district. This district is also intended to provide goods and services at a
neighborhood level. The district is not intended for those businesses that require the
outdoor display, sale and/or storage of merchandise, outdoor services or operations to
accommodate large-scale commercial operations. This zoning district would typically be
found in areas designated as neighborhood commercial or urban mixed use on the
Kalispell Growth Policy Future Land Use Map."
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D. Size: The subject property is approximately 49.6 acres.
E: Adjacent Zoning: North: R-3/PUD; R-2/PUD; B-1/PUD
East: R-3
South: County AG-80
West: County SAG-10
F: Adjacent Land Uses: North: Single-family residential
East: Single-family residential
South: Vacant
West: Large tract single family residential; undeveloped
G: General Land Use Character: The subject property is located between Three Mile
Drive and Two Mile Drive to the east of West Springcreek Road. It is in a transitional
area between urban residential development and single-family homes in existing county
subdivisions and tract land. The general area has included significant residential growth
over the past 20 years, as well as the addition of the bypass to the east that includes an
interchange with Three Mile Drive.
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Policy: The Kalispell Growth Policy
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subject property as Neighborhood
Commercial, High Density Residential,
and Suburban Residential. The City of
Kalispell Growth Policy Plan -It 2035,
Chapter 4A on Housing, encourages a
variety of residential development that
provides housing for all sectors and
income levels within the community.
Chapter 4B on Business and Industry
provides for neighborhood commercial
areas designed to address the daily
needs of the immediate neighborhood.
City services including sewer, water
and streets are in the vicinity and
available to the subject property.
The property also falls within the
Kalispell West Neighborhood Plan,
which was adopted in 2009. The plan
anticipates this portion of the plan area
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to be developed to accommodate growth in the short -to -medium term from the plan's
adoption (within 15-20 years), and the area was also included within the annexation
boundary established in the growth policy (the subject property was annexed in 2018). It
was anticipated that development would utilize the existing and proposed road arterial
system and allow for neighborhood shopping centers.
L• Availability of Public Services and Extension of Services: Water and sewer services are
available to the property. Water service is located within Three Mile Drive and extends
through the property. The Westside Interceptor was extended through Phase 1 of the PUD
providing access to sewer service.
Sewer:
City of Kalispell
Water:
City of Kalispell
Refuse:
City of Kalispell
Electricity:
Flathead Electric Cooperative
Gas:
NorthWestern Energy
Telephone:
CenturyTel
Schools:
School District 91 (West Valley)/Glacier High School
Fire:
City of Kalispell
Police:
City of Kalispell
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OVERALL PUD LAYOUT
The Spring Creek Park PUD was approved approved by the Kalispell City Council on March 21,
2022 (Ordinance 1873), which provided for a total of 642 residential units (464 multi -family, 65
detached single-family dwellings, and 113 townhome/rowhouse dwellings), along with a
commercial area. The Phase 1 preliminary plat was also approved at that time and consisted of the
southeastern area of the overall development, containing single-family attached and detached
homes. The northwestern portion with the multi -family dwellings, commercial area, and 18
attached single-family/townhome units, are Phases 2 and 3 of the development.
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REVIEW AND FINDINGS OF FACT FOR THE MAJOR PRELINHNARY PLAT
A. Effects on Health and Safety:
Fire: The property would be considered to be at low risk of fire because any building
constructed within the subdivision would be built in accordance with the International
Fire Code and have access which meets city standards. The area to be built upon does not
have steep slopes or woody fuels. Hydrants will be required to be placed in compliance
with the requirements of the fire code and approved by the Fire Chief.
Access: The access to Phases 2 and 3 will primarily be from Three Mile Drive and West
Springcreek. As part of Phase 1, there would also be two extensions of existing streets in
Spring Creek Estates (Battle Ridge Drive and Pine Draw Avenue) allowing for
interconnectivity and access to the north in addition to a connection to Two Mile Drive.
There is also a connection from Phase 2 into Spring Creek Estates via Westland Drive.
Access and roads are discussed in more detail in part D below relative to effects on local
services.
Geology: The overall site is generally flat without any major topographical or geological
features limiting development. A Geotech report was prepared in 2017 by Alpine
Geotechnical covering the overall project area. The report found groundwater varying
from about 5 feet deep in the southeastern corner to about 10.5 feet in other areas. The
presence of groundwater at those depths "will likely impact installation of underground
utilities," and consideration should be given to design and timing of underground utility
improvements.
Also, "given the documented groundwater levels, basements are not advised for the
planned residential structures in the proposed development." Furthermore, the study
found that "in general, the subgrade materials on the site are not considered to be high -
quality fill materials with which to construct building pads," and that the report
"recommends that individual investigations be performed on each lot and
recommendations be developed based on the specific foundation loading and subgrade
conditions at each building site." Additionally, the report contains recommendations
which should be followed relative to geotechnical considerations, earthwork, and
pavements. Appropriate measures should be provided for utility construction in high
groundwater, which may include pipe ballast, trench plugs and structural buoyancy
calculations for manholes.
With those conditions noted in the Geotech report, basements should not be allowed
within the development unless appropriately designed with waterproofing and other
design elements required by the Kalispell Building Department. All building sites within
the development should be subject to additional review if required by the Kalispell
Building Department including, but not necessarily limited to, site specific geotechnical
investigation.
B. Effects on Wildlife and Wildlife Habitat:
There is a creek and associated wetlands along the southwestern side of the property
which would provide some aquatic and riparian habitat. There does not appear to be any
significant wildlife impacts. The Resources and Analysis Section of the Kalispell
Growth Policy includes information from the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and
Parks relating to deer, elk and moose habitat. As with the majority of the Kalispell area
outside of the core downtown, the maps show a whitetail deer density of 5 to 30 per
square mile, but no significant elk or moose habitat. The creek and wetlands would be
protected with a 100-foot required setback to any property lines from the wetlands, and a
50-foot setback from the creek that allows only limited uses. Prior to construction, the
developer will need to submit an erosion/sediment control plan for review and approval
which will help protect the habitat during construction.
C. Effects on the Natural Environment:
Surface and groundwater: The subdivision will be served by public water and sewer
thereby minimizing any potential impacts to groundwater. Per the Geotech report, the
static groundwater is generally from 5 to 10.5 feet below the surface. Potential impacts
to the development are addressed in the section relating to geology above.
Drainage: Roadways will be paved and curb/gutter will channel runoff to designed low
points, where storm water will be collected and routed to storm water ponds. Any open
storm water facilities should have an elevated aesthetic design to be reviewed and
approved by the Parks and Public Works Departments. Storm 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 the
Kalispell Public Works Department prior to development.
A condition of approval requires that a property owners' association be created for the
maintenance of the common area which would include the common area drainage
easements. As part of the storm easement areas, the association will be required to mow
the area to reduce fire hazard and reduce spread of noxious weeds. In order to help
ensure the continued maintenance of the storm water facilities, a note shall be placed on
the final plat indicating 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
assessments levied within the maintenance district shall be determined by the Public
Works Department with approvals by the Kalispell City Council.
Lastly, the developer is required to submit to the Kalispell Public Works Department an
erosion/sediment control plan for review and approval. These plans provide for managing
storm water on the site and include stabilizing the construction site through an approved
revegetation plan after site grading is completed.
Wetland and Watercourse Setbacks: Under Section 28.3.06 of the subdivision
regulations, a minimum 100-foot setback is required from wetlands to any proposed lot
boundaries. Under Section 28.3.07, a minimum 50-foot setback from the intermittent
stream which allows only limited uses. Based on a 2017 RESPEC Wetland Identification
and Delineation Report, the required setbacks would be met.
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D. Effects on Local Services:
Water: Water to the subdivision will be provided by the City of Kalispell. The developer
will tie into an existing water main extension that runs through the subject property and
extend the main throughout the development. The water system for the subdivision will
be reviewed and approved by the Kalispell Public Works Department as part of the
development of the subdivision under the Standards for Design and Construction. Per city
standards, mains shall be extended within the adjacent frontages to the far property line,
with the main in West Springcreek extended with Phase 2. The main may need to be
upsized in accordance with the water facility plan, and the city would participate in the
upsize cost. There is adequate capacity within the city's water system to accommodate
this subdivision. Proportionate water rights shall be dedicated to the City of Kalispell per
Section 28.3.08 of the subdivision regulations.
Sewer: Sewer to the subdivision will be provided by the City of Kalispell. The
developer will tie into the existing Westside Interceptor that goes through Phase 1 and
extend sewer mains throughout the development. The sewer system for the subdivision
will be reviewed and approved by the Kalispell Public Works Department as part of the
development of the subdivision under the Standards for Design and Construction. As
with the water mains, city standards would require that the sewer mains be extended to
the far property line within the adjacent frontage. There is an existing main along the full
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frontage of Three Mile Drive. There will be a main installed within West Springcreek
with Phase 2, but due to togopgraphy, an extension to the south property line will likely
not be required. There is adequate capacity within the city's sewer system to
accommodate this subdivision.
Access and Roads: The overall development has frontage on three exterior roads: Two
Mile Drive, Three Mile Drive, and West Springcreek There is one access onto each
road. Additionally, there are several connections with Spring Creek Estates to the east of
Phase 2 and north of Phase 1 of the development. Those future connections were
established as part of the subdivision approval for that subdivision to allow a connection
to this property when it develops.
Each of those adjoining roads will need to be upgraded to a level as specified in the
Transportation Plan and the Standards for Design and Construction. Two Mile would be
to a major collector standard and both Three Mile and West Springcreek would be to a
minor arterial standard. Improvements may include, but would not necessarily be limited
to, widening travel lanes, pedestrian paths, landscape boulevard, streetlights, and
curb/gutter. Dedication of additional right-of-way will be required for the improvements,
as well as for the roundabout at the intersection of Three Mile Drive and West
Springcreek. Improvements for Two Mile are required to be installed with Phase 1 and
improvements for both Three Mile and West Springcreek should be installed with Phase
2.
Internal streets would include streets built to local/collector design standards pursuant to
the Standards for Design and Construction including, but not limited to, sidewalks,
landscape boulevard, streetlights, and curb/gutter. The collector would begin at Three
Mile and extend through the northern part of Phase 1 and connect with Two Mile. The
applicant shows a roundabout in Phase 2 at the internal intersection near the apartments
and commercial areas. It appears that a compact roundabout could be warranted from a
safety perspective. A turning movement distribution should be provided if a compact
roundabout is to be built. If justified, adequate right-of-way should be dedicated to
provide a single lane, compact roundabout with a minimum 80-foot diameter. Provisions
of the design should accommodate road maintenance services and pedestrian safety. As a
note, at the west end of Triple Creek Drive, there needs to be a hammerhead turnaround
or other approved measures to accommodate snow plowing and emergency access.
Alleys will be private with public utility easements. Under Sec 28.3.15, the townhomes
cannot have access onto the street due to their width and the access shall only be from the
alley. Also, the subdivision regulations (Sec 28.3.25) require that the final plat include a
note stating that "The owners hereby waive the right to protest the creation of an SID for
the purpose of financing improvements to area roads which specifically benefit this
subdivision."
WGM Group prepared a traffic impact study ("TIS") in December 2021. Based on
comments from Public Works, WGM also completed an updated traffic analysis
submitted in February 2022. An additional update was completed in November 2022 to
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address new information related to the Three Mile Drive/West Springcreek intersection.
The traffic impact study analyzed the full buildout of the proposed development. The
traffic study was prepared using standard techniques to forecast traffic volumes and
operations at the approaches and nearby intersections. Under the city Standards for
Design and Construction, the development shall maintain or improve the existing level of
service for the affected roadways rather than simply maintaining an acceptable level of
service. Based on the TIS and city review of the TIS, there are several areas which
require mitigation.
(a) Intersection of Three Mile Drive and West Springcreek There are projected to be
some minor drops in service with a full build -out of the development that would at
this time appear to justify the construction of a roundabout at the intersection. The
intersection involves a state highway, and the Montana Department of Transportation
("MDT") would be involved with the design and timing of improvements to the
intersection. Right-of-way at the northwest corner of Phase 3 has been allocated as
part of the plat to accommodate the roundabout.
(b) Intersection of the internal collector road and Three Mile Drive: When the collector
road is constructed, it should include a northbound right turn lane.
(c) Intersection of Camp Crook Avenue and Three Mile Drive: Northbound left-hand
turns should be restricted. As this road connects with Phase 1, this improvement was
required to be installed with the first phase unless otherwise determined by Public
Works. Since Phase 2 also connects with that intersection, the improvement is also
necessary prior to final plat of Phase 2.
(d) Intersection of Heaven's Peak and Three Mile Drive: The traffic analysis indicates
that there is a drop in level of service at this intersection. Mitigation would likely
involve installing a traffic signal. However, as a state highway, MDT regulations
dictate the timing and design of the improvements and require a warrant study after
the development is constructed showing actual traffic volumes. The developer will
need to provide a 14-hour intersection turning movement study and install a
signalized intersection at Three Mile Drive and Heaven's Peak Drive when warrants
are met per Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and MDT.
(e) Intersection of Stillwater Road and Three Mile Drive: This intersection is already
failing and this project is going to negatively impact that intersection. As with the
intersection of Heaven's Peak and Three Mile, a 14-hour intersection turning
movement study should be conducted to determine if a signal is warranted. When
warranted, staff recommends a regional SID to construct the signal.
The traffic analysis took into account Two Mile Drive, including recent developments
along the road. The analysis showed that there was not a decrease in service and no
capacity improvements are required to accommodate this development.
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Schools: The property is within the boundaries of School District 91 (West Valley) and
Glacier High School. On average, it would be anticipated that there would be about 241
students (K-12) from Phases 2 and 3 of the neighborhood at full build -out. Section 76-3-
608(l) of the Montana Code Annotated states that the governing body may not deny
approval of a proposed subdivision based solely on the subdivision's impacts on
educational services.
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.
Additionally, the road network to the subdivision provides adequate access for fire
protection. As part of subdivision review and site review for the multi -family/
neighborhood commercial area, fire protection, including fire flow and hydrant location,
will be reviewed. Fire station 62 is located approximately 2.2 miles away providing good
response time.
Parks and Recreation: Subdivision regulations require a minimum of 0.03 acres of
parkland per dwelling unit for single-family lots, or 0.54 acres for the 18 single-
family/townhome lots (or the equivalent value in land with improvements). The parks
may include amenities that will be determined during the course of the detailed
subdivision design review in conjunction with the Parks Department. With multi -family
developments, the zoning ordinance requires recreational amenities equal to 500 square
feet of land or the equivalent value in amenities that will need to be provided in
conjunction with the development of any multi -family project. The proposal includes
covenants and a management plan providing for maintenance of the shared facilities.
It is imperative that these areas be well maintained for the visual aspects of the project
and the functionality of the parks, open space, and storm drainage areas. Therefore, staff
recommends that a note shall be placed on the final plat indicating a waiver of the right to
protest creation of a park maintenance district. This district shall only be activated in the
event that the property owners' association defaults on their park and open space amenity
conditions. The taxes levied within the maintenance district shall be determined by the
Parks and Recreation Department with approvals by the Kalispell City Council.
Solid Waste: Solid waste collection can be provided throughout the subdivision by the
City of Kalispell. Specific designs of the garbage enclosures and collection areas for the
multi-family/commercial area will be reviewed in conjunction with the building permit
and site review process for the buildings. There is sufficient capacity within the landfill
to accommodate this additional solid waste generated from this subdivision.
Medical Services: Ambulance service is available from the fire department and ALERT
helicopter service. Kalispell Regional Medical Center is approximately 2.0 miles from
the site.
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E. Effects on Agriculture and agricultural water user facilities:
The site has been traditionally used for agricultural uses. According to the Kalispell
Growth Policy Resources and Analysis Section, "Important Farmlands" map, the
property includes some areas designated as prime farmland if irrigated.
Current policies in the Kalispell Growth Policy Plan -It 2035, Chapter 5, Land Use:
Natural Environment, state the following:
Policy Encourage urban growth only on agriculture lands entirely within the city's
annexation policy boundary.
The subject property is entirely within the annexation policy boundary and was
previously annexed as part of the prior proposed development. By allowing higher
density development within the city's growth policy area, it can reasonably be expected
that more farmland could be conserved because the availability of residential and
commercial lots within the Kalispell Growth Policy boundary, limiting sprawl/leapfrog
development.
F. Relation to the Kalispell Growth Policy:
The Kalispell Growth Policy Future Land Use Map designates the subject property as
Neighborhood Commercial, High Density Residential, and Suburban Residential. The
City of Kalispell Growth Policy Plan -It 2035, Chapter 4A on Housing, encourages a
variety of residential development that provides housing for all sectors and income levels
within the community. Chapter 4B on Business and Industry provides for neighborhood
commercial areas designed to address the daily needs of the immediate neighborhood.
City services including sewer, water and streets are in the vicinity and available to the
subject property.
The property also falls within the Kalispell West Neighborhood Plan, which was adopted
in 2009. The plan anticipates this portion of the plan area to be developed to
accommodate growth in the short -to -medium term from the plan's adoption (within 15-
20 years), and the area was also included within the annexation boundary established in
the growth policy (the subject property was annexed in 2018). It was anticipated that
development would utilize the existing and proposed road arterial system and allow for
neighborhood shopping centers.
G. Compliance with Zoning:
The request is in compliance with the B-1, RA-1, and R-3 zoning regulations with the
PUD overlay applicable to the development.
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H. Compliance with the Kalispell Subdivision Regulations:
This request complies with provisions of the Kalispell Subdivision Regulations and PUD
overlay applicable to the development. One of the PUD subdivision deviations
applicable to these phases relates to block length. Generally, block lengths should not
exceed 600 feet. The PUD allowed the development to exceed the block length provided
that it is in substantial compliance with the PUD plan as well as other PUD conditions.
This plat meets those requirements and would be in compliance.
RECOlV NMNDATION
Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission adopt staff
report #KPP-23-01 as findings of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the
preliminary plat for Spring Creek Park Phases 2 and 3 be approved subject to the conditions
listed below:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
1. 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 preliminary plat as approved by the city council.
2. The preliminary plat approval shall be valid for a period of three years from the date of
approval.
3. The storm water ponds shall be designed in a way that they become a visual interest to
the development. Chain link fencing surrounding the retention pond as the dominant
fixture shall not be allowed without mitigation. The developer shall work closely with the
Parks Department and Public Works to develop a design that is both visually appealing
and meets the required safety guidelines. It is intended that when the project is developed
the ponds will act as features, particularly along the roadways, rather than a private
maintenance utility facility.
4. 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. Any open storm
water facilities should have an elevated aesthetic design to be reviewed and approved by
the city Architectural Review Committee. Prior to final plat, a certification shall be
submitted to the public works department stating that the drainage plan for the
subdivision has been installed as designed and approved.
5. The developer shall submit to the Kalispell Public Works Department prior to
construction an erosion/sediment control plan for review and approval and a copy of all
documents submitted to Montana Department of Environmental Quality for the General
Permit for Storm Water Discharge Associated with Construction Activities.
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6. 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.
7. New infrastructure required to serve the subdivision shall be designed and constructed in
accordance with the City of Kalispell's Standards for Design and Construction. All
design work shall be reviewed and approved in writing by the Kalispell Public Works
Department prior to construction. This infrastructure shall include but not be limited to
streets, street lighting, street signage, curb, gutter, boulevard and sidewalks.
8. Water and sewer main extensions shall be designed and constructed in accordance with
the City of Kalispell's Standards for Design and Construction and in compliance with the
city's facilities update and extensions of services plans. The water and sewer main
extension plans shall be reviewed and approved by the Kalispell Public Works
Department. Prior to final plat, a certification shall be submitted to the Public Works
Department stating that the water and sewer mains have been built and tested as designed
and approved.
9. Per city standards, the water mains shall be extended within the adjacent frontages to the
far property line. The main in West Springcreek shall be extended with Phase 2. The
main may need to be upsized, and the city would participate in the upsize cost.
10. Any water rights associated with the property shall be transferred to the City of Kalispell.
The water rights shall be allocated proportionally for each phase of the development prior
to final plat.
II. The full length of the sewer main within West Springcreek shall be installed in
conjunction with Phase 2. Due to topography, a full extension to the south property line
will likely not be required, but will be subject to review and approval by the Public
Works Department.
12. The developer shall submit the street designs to the Kalispell Public Works Department
for review and approval prior to construction. Street designs shall meet the city standards
for design and construction.
13. Three Mile and West Springcreek shall be upgraded for the length of the frontage to a
minor arterial standard. Improvements may include, but would not necessarily be limited
to, widening travel lanes, bike/pedestrian paths, landscape boulevard, streetlights, and
curb/gutter. Dedication of additional right-of-way will be required for improvements for
the adjoining roadways, as well as for the roundabout at the intersection of Three Mile
Drive and West Springcreek Improvements for both Three Mile and West Springcreek
shall be installed with Phase 2.
14. Internal streets would include streets built to local/collector design standards pursuant to
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the Standards for Design and Construction including, but not limited to, sidewalks,
landscape boulevard, streetlights, and curb/gutter. At the west end of Triple Creek Drive,
there shall be a hammerhead turnaround or other approved alternated design to
accommodate snow plowing and emergency access.
15. A turning movement distribution shall be provided if a compact roundabout internal to
Phase 2 is to be built. If justified, adequate right-of-way shall be dedicated to provide a
single lane, compact roundabout with a minimum 80-foot diameter.
16. Alleys included within the plat shall be maintained as private alleys with public utility
easements. Any lot located on the collector with an alley shall access only from the alley.
17. Pursuant to Sec 28.3.25 of the subdivision regulations, the final plat shall include a note
stating that "The owners hereby waive the right to protest the creation of an SID for the
purpose of financing improvements to area roads which specifically benefit this
subdivision."
18. Prior to final plat, all mitigation recommended as part of the approved traffic impact
study relative to the given phase shall be completed. All improvements shall be reviewed
and approved by the Public Works Department. Per the city Standards for Design and
Construction, the development shall maintain or improve the existing level of service for
the affected roadways rather than simply maintaining an acceptable level of service.
Improvements necessary to maintain the existing level of service will be required.
19. Based on the Traffic Impact Study ("TIS") and city review of the TIS, there are several
areas which require mitigation.
(a) Intersection of Three Mile Drive and West Springcreek: A roundabout
shall be installed with Phase 2 at the intersection. The roundabout will
require dedication of additional right-of-way. The specific design of the
roundabout is subject to MDT review and approval, as well as review and
approval by the Kalispell Public Works Department.
(b) Intersection of the internal collector road and Three Mile Drive: The
intersection shall include a northbound right turn lane.
(c) Intersection of Camp Crook Avenue and Three Mile Drive: Northbound
left-hand turns shall be restricted. This improvement, which is also a
condition of Phase 1, shall be installed prior to the final plat of Phase 2
(d) Intersection of Heaven's Peak and Three Mile Drive: The developer shall
provide a 14-hour intersection turning movement study and install a
signalized intersection at Three Mile Drive and Heaven's Peak Drive
when warrants are met per Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
and MDT.
(e) Intersection of Stillwater Road and Three Mile Drive: The developer shall
provide a 14-hour intersection turning movement study to determine if a
signal is warranted. When warranted, staff recommends a regional SID to
construct the signal.
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20. The recommendations in the Geotech report shall be followed.
21. Basements are not allowed within the development unless appropriately designed with
waterproofing and other design elements required by the Kalispell Building Department.
All building sites within the development shall be subject to additional review if required
by the Kalispell Building Department including, but not necessarily limited to, site
specific geotechnical investigation.
22. Under Section 28.3.06 of the subdivision regulations, the development shall maintain a
minimum 100-foot setback from wetlands to any proposed lot boundaries. Under Section
28.3.07, the development shall limit uses within the 50-foot setback from the stream.
23. Prior to final plat, a letter from the Kalispell Public Works Department shall be submitted
stating that all new infrastructure has been accepted by the City of Kalispell, any private
infrastructure has been constructed per city standards, and a proper bond has been
accepted for unfinished work.
24. All existing and proposed easements shall be indicated on the face of the final plat. Utility
easements for city water and sewer shall be provided to allow for the logical extension of
utilities from this subdivision to adjoining properties. A letter from the Kalispell Public
Works Department shall be obtained stating that the required easements are being shown on
the final plat.
25. The following statement shall appear on the final plat: "The undersigned hereby grants unto
each and every person, firm or corporation, whether public or private, providing or offering
to provide telephone, telegraph, electric power, gas, cable television, water or sewer service
to the public, the right to the joint use of an easement for the construction, maintenance,
repair, and removal of their lines and other facilities, in, over, under, and across each area
designated on this plat as "Utility Easement" to have and to hold forever."
Developer's Signature
26. Prior to filing the final plat, a letter from the US Postal Service shall be included stating
the Service has reviewed and approved of the design and location of the mail delivery
site. The mail delivery site shall be installed or bonded for prior to final plat. In addition,
the mail delivery site and improvements shall also be included in the preliminary and
final engineering plans to be reviewed by the Public Works Department. The mail
delivery site shall not impact a sidewalk or proposed boulevard area.
27. A homeowner's association (HOA) shall be formed and established to provide for the
maintenance of the common areas, including, but not necessarily limited to, roads, parks
and open space. Maintenance of any private roads and alleys shall include both short
term and long-term maintenance including, but not necessarily limited to, snow plowing,
landscaping, sidewalks, street repairs, overlays, and rebuilds of the street.
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28. A letter from the Kalispell Fire Department approving the access, placement of the fire
hydrants and fire flows within the subdivision shall be submitted prior to final plat.
29. A letter shall be obtained from the Parks and Recreation Director approving a landscape
plan for the placement of trees and landscaping materials within the landscape boulevards
of the streets serving the subdivision, common area, and adjoining rights -of -way. The
approved landscape plan shall be implemented or a cash -in -lieu payment for installation
of the street trees and groundcover be provided to the Kalispell Parks and Recreation
Department.
30. A park plan shall be created and approved by the Parks and Recreation Director prior to
final plat of Phase 2.
31. A note shall be placed on the final plat indicating a waiver of the right to protest creation
of a park maintenance district. This district shall only be activated in the event that the
property owners' association defaults on their park and open space amenity conditions.
The assessments levied within the maintenance district shall be determined by the Parks
and Recreation Department with approvals by the Kalispell City Council.
32. A note shall be placed on the final plat indicating 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 assessments levied within the maintenance district shall be determined by the Public
Works Department with approvals by the Kalispell City Council.
33. A minimum of two-thirds of the necessary infrastructure for the subdivision shall be
completed prior to final plat submittal.
34. All utilities shall be installed underground and in locations that are approved by the
Kalispell Public Works Department in accordance with the Kalispell Standards for
Design and Construction.
35. All areas disturbed during development shall be re -vegetated with a weed -free mix
immediately after development.
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CITY OF Kalispell Zoning
KALISPELL Spring Creek Park Phase 2
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RA-1 Residential Apartment w/PUD
Data Sources:
Montana Cadastral,
Flathead County GIs.
City of Kalispell GIs,
Austin Bachurski - 01/17/2023
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R-3/PUD
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Residential
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Basemap:
Esri Community Maps, ArcGIS.com
CITY OF Kalispell Growth Policy
KALISPELL Spring Creek Park Phase 2
® Subject Parcel
Neighborhhod Commercial
High Density Residential
Suburban Residential Suburban
Residential
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Data Sources:
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Montana Cadastral, N 0 137.5275 550 825
Flathead County GIs. Feet
City of Kalispell GIs, Basemap:
Austin Bachurski - 01/17/2023 Esri Community Maps, ArcGIS.Com
From: iudyshoe(&a.com
To: Kirstin Robinson
Subject: EXTERNAL Spring Ck Phase 2
Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2023 2:36:52 PM
Dear Planning Board Members,
I have continued concerns for the development of the land on the South side of Three Mile
Drive East of Spring Ck Road. Since the last proposed development on this land, the state,
county nor city have done anything to improve the infrastructure of the roads, especially to
Three Mile, to handle the additional traffic a subdivision of this size would put on a two lane
road.
We have heard talk for years about the development of an intersection to be built on Three
Mile and Spring Creek Rd to assist in a better flow of traffic. That has not been started nor
surveyed as best I can see. The additional traffic for construction will all be on Three Mile.
Then after construction vehicles clear out, we will have additional residential vehicles. The
way the letter states, the subdivision will have 18 single family homes, equally a minimum of
36 cars. The multi -family lots will contain 464 units each for a minimum of 1392 cars IF only
one car is for each unit. The lifestyle and rents for the area would most likely mean a
minimum of 2 cars per unit. This brings to a total of 4200 cars per day. That doesn't include
the additional traffic from the two developments North of Mountain Vista Estates on Farm to
Market Road or along West Valley Road.
Let's widen Three Mile to assist with traffic and bicycle/pedestrian users, fix the corner at
Farm to Market and Three Mile Dr, and pave Four Mile drive for residents in these new
subdivisions to have a choice than just driving Three Mile to access anything East of this area.
Respectfully,
Judy Schumacher
154 Jackson Peak Dr.
From: Wendy Wilson
To: Kirstin Robinson; Kalispell Meetings Public Comment
Subject: EXTERNAL Development on Three Mile
Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2023 11:45:45 AM
Planning board,
I want to express my great concern about approving any more housing developments that will significantly add
traffic to Three Mile Drive. It is not designed for the amount of traffic that is using it already. I live on Blue Crest
Drive and have to tum left onto Three Mile to get to work. It is scary! I have to hope for a break in the constant
string of cars heading to Kalispell. Now that there is increased construction there is mo traffic heading out of town
as well. So finding a way out becomes very difficult!! When I finally get an opening I have to gun it and hope that I
don't slide off the road and down a steep embankment on the other side. So before approving more development
something needs to be done to address the impact on Three Mile for the safety of all the residents that have to use it.
Can you address what that plan will be?
Thanks,
Wendy Wilson
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