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02-13-24 - SignedKALISPELL CITY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING February 13, 2024 CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL The regular meeting of the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission CALL was called to order at 6:00 p.m. Board members present were Rory Young, Pip Burke, Doug Kauffman, and Joshua Borgardt. Chad Graham, Kevin Aurich, and Tim Stocklin were absent. Jarod Nygren, PJ Sorensen, Kari Barnhart, and Kirstin Robinson represented the Kalispell Planning Department. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Burke moved and Young seconded a motion to approve the minutes of the January 9, 2024, 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. DEPOT PARK BUILDING The City of Kalispell intends to apply for a Montana Historic Preservation Grant MONTANA HISTORIC (MHPG) in the amount of $286,338, The purpose of the grant request is to enhance PRESERVATION GRANT the historic landmark's exterior. The project involves installing a new roof, gutters, PUBLIC HEARING and exterior paint. STAFF REPORT Jarod Nygren representing the Kalispell Planning Department reviewed the Depot Park Building Montana Historic Preservation Grant. The completion of these improvements will transform the landmark into a welcoming space for both the community and visitors. This initiative is poised to have a positive economic impact, attracting more people to our area and providing a boost to local businesses. Mr. Nygren noted the proposed project is expected that the proposed project is exempt under Montana ARM 8.2.304(5). BOARD DISCUSSION None. PUBLIC COMMENT None, KA-24-01 WOODLAND PARK A request from TTC Investments, LLC, Scoreboard Sports Bar, LLC, and Mitch APARTMENTS ANNEXATION Tormohlen for annexation and initial zoning of B-1 (Neighborhood Business) for property located at 520 Lenwood Lane and along the east property line of 51, 55, and 75 Woodland Park Drive. The property totals approximately 17,400 square feet. It consists of a recently abandoned alley right-of-way and a lot used as parking for the Scoreboard Bar. STAFF REPORT PJ Sorensen representing the Kalispell Planning Department reviewed Staff Report #KA-24-01. Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Planning Commission adopt Staff Report #KA-24-01 as findings of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the property be annexed and the zoning for the property be city B-1 (Neighborhood Business). BOARD DISCUSSION None. Kalispell City Planning Commission Minutes of the meeting of February 13, 2024 Page I PUBLIC COMMENT Cheryl Kusch — 546 Lenwood — Has concerns about traffic, water, ownership, and would like to know if she would be notified if apartments were to be developed on the site. Donald Seaman — 33 E Nicklaus — Owns the adjacent lot and would like to know of there will be another meeting for the development. He has concerns about the existing parking lot and how developing it would affect his property. Dean Kusch — 546 Lenwood - Agrees with Mr. Seaman and has concerns about snow storage. Kathy Bradley 538 Lenwood Has concerns with future development. MOTION -- KA-24-04 Young moved and Burke seconded that the Kalispell City Planning Commission adopt Staff Report NKA-24-01 as findings of fact and recommend to the Kalispell City Council that the property be annexed and the zoning for the property be city B-1 (Neighborhood Business). BOARD DISCUSSION Young clarified with Staff that if apartments were to be developed on the site that a Conditional Use Permit would not be required and there would not be public notice due to new legislation. Sorensen stated that if the existing bar were to be expanded, there would be public notice since it's a conditionally permitted use. He also advised any development on the site would require the City's standard review process. Sorensen confirmed that the owner of the property is TfC Investments, LLC. Nygren advised that any proposed development would be on city water; not private water and that the developer may be required to conduct traffic impact studies which may lead to mitigation steps. Nygren stated that B-1 zone is the lowest density zone and that residential to commercial buffers are included in City standards. ROLL CALL Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PLAN As part of the transition of the City's land use procedures under the new Montana Land Use Planning Act {Senate Bill 382}, the City will create and adopt a Public Participation Plan that describes how community members and stakeholders will be involved in the process of adopting, amending, and updating the growth policy/land use plan as well as land use regulations. The Plan is intended to raise awareness, provide a roadmap for the public to outline a clear and accessible public process, ensure input is sought, and be considered by a broad range of participants. The Commission will hold a formal public hearing and forward a recommendation regarding the adoption of the Plan to the City Council for its consideration. STAFF REPORT PJ Sorensen representing the Kalispell Planning Department reviewed the Public Participation Plan. Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Planning Commission forward a recommendation regarding the adoption of the Plan to the City Council for its consideration. BOARD DISCUSSION The Commission and Staff discussed having a timeline for the Plan. PUBLIC COMMENT None. Kalispell City Planning Commission Minutes of the meeting of February 13, 2024 Page 12 MOTION -- PUBLIC Burke moved and Young seconded that the Kalispell City Planning Commission PARTICIPATION PLAN recommend that the City Council adopt the Plan. BOARD DISCUSSION Nygren advised the Commission that he is applying for a state grant application that would assist in notifying the public of the new process. ROLL CALL Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote. OLD BUSINESS Sorensen updated the commission on the January 9, 2024 agenda items and advised that staff attended a local government legislative committee in Helena to discuss the status of Senate Bill 382. NEW BUSINESS Sorensen advised the commission that there will not be a March 12, 2024 Planning Commission Meeting. Nygren advised that the PRO Housing Grant awards should be coming soon. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:48PM. WORK SESSION Transitioned into work session on the Montana Department of Commerce Training Session. APPROVED as submitted/amended: 40 R I -unli 411-� Kirstin Robinson Recording Secretary Kalispell City Planning Commission Minutes of the meeting of February 13, 2024 Page13