Staff Report/PUD Amendments and Preliminary PlatCity of Kalispell
Planning & Building Department
201 1" Ave East, Kalispell, Montana 59901
Planning Telephone: (406) 758-7940
Building Telephone: (406) 758-7730
Fax: (406) 758-7739
Website: www.kalispeU.com
REPORT TO: Kalispell Mayor and City Council
FROM: Sean Conrad, Senior Planner
James H. Patrick, City Manager
SUBJECT: Kalispell National Investment Company request for amendments
to the Spring Prairie Planned Unit Development and preliminary
plat approval for the first phase of the Bloomstone subdivision
MEETING DATE: April 21, 2008
BACKGROUND: The Kalispell City Planning Board met on April 8, 2008 and held a
public hearing to consider a request from the Kalispell National Investment Company
to amend the existing R-4/PUD zoning on an 85.2 acre property and develop the
property as a residential subdivision called Bloomstone. The overall project will be
developed in 5 phases providing a total of 569 dwelling units. The developer is also
requesting preliminary plat approval for phases lA and 1B of the project. Phase IA
consists of 8-8 plex apartment units, 74 single family residential lots, and 10
townhouse lots. Phase 1B consists of 37 single family residential lots. The residential
lots will range in size from 2,400 square feet (townhouse lot) to 8,000 square feet.
The 85.2 acre site can be legally described as parcel 3 of Certificate of Survey 17217
located in the SW 1/4 of Section 36, Township 29 North, Range 22 West. The property
is located immediately west of the Kids Sports complex on the north side of Four Mile
Drive, approximately 1/2 mile west of the intersection of Four Mile Drive and Highway
93 North.
Sean Conrad of the Kalispell Planning Department presented staff reports #KPUD-07-
7 and KPP-07-14 evaluating the proposed project. Staff recommended the planning
board recommend approving a majority of the requested amendments to the existing
Planned Unit Development and the preliminary plat for the first phase of the
subdivision subject to the conditions listed in the staff report.
During the public hearing portion of the meeting the developer and his consultant
team spoke in favor of the proposed project. Two members of the public also spoke on
the project. Their concerns were the interactions between the project and Kids Sports
complex, acquiring adjacent lands for park development and possibly increasing the
open space and park areas within the subdivision.
After the public hearing was closed the planning board discussed the proposed
project. Two main concerns brought up during the planning boards discussion were
grading along Four Mile Drive and limiting alley access onto Treeline Road.
As part of the overall project the developer intends to lower the southern portion of the
project site. This would in -turn require Four Mile Drive to be lowered approximately
12 feet. The planning board was concerned with the property owner south of Four
Mile Drive from gaining reasonable access to Four Mile Drive when the road is lowered
in conjunction with the Bloomstone project. Therefore, the planning board
recommended amending condition number 7 of the PUD regarding the grading of the
site and added that "the subdivision and roadway grading presented shall be designed
and constructed in a manner that would allow future connection to the properties
south of Four Mile Drive be feasible." This amendment passed on a vote of 3 to 2.
The second issue discussed by the planning board was limiting traffic access onto an
alley serving 22 townhouse lots in phase 1B. The alley is proposed to have an
entrance/exit onto Treeline Road between Waterleaf Lane in phase 1B and Nightshade
Drive in phase 2. Treeline Road will be designed to function as a collector roadway
and, therefore, the number of access points onto Treeline Road, whether a street or an
alley, should be limited. The Public Works Department had recommended that the
alley serving the townhouse lots in phase 1B include removable bollards at the alley's
intersection with Treeline Road to prohibit daily traffic movements from entering or
exiting at this location. By using the removable bollards the alley could still be used
by emergency vehicles if necessary.
Before the planning board hearing the developer requested changing the language in
the condition to remove the requirement for bollards and instead allow him to come up
with a landscaping and curbing plan that would accomplish the same access
restrictions as the bollards. The developer requested this because he felt that bollards
would not aesthetically tie into the surrounding neighborhood he is creating.
During the planning board discussion on the issue some members of the board had
concerns with blocking the alley off for strictly emergency vehicles. Concerns were
also raised about garbage collection and snow storage. However, a majority of the
planning board members agreed with the Public Works Department's recommendation
about restricting access from the alley onto Treeline Road. A motion to remove
recommended condition number 35 failed on a vote of 4 to 1.
After discussing the proposed project the planning board unanimously recommended
approval of both the planned unit development and preliminary plat requests subject
to staff's conditions as amended.
The council held a work session on the proposed project after its regular meeting of
April 7, 2008. During the work session staff provided a brief presentation on the
project and answered council member's questions. Those questions were generally
directed towards parkland, street locations, and types of units proposed within the
development. The developer also provided a detailed presentation to the council. After
the developers presentation there were no additional questions for the developer.
RECOMMENDATION: A motion to approve the resolution to amend the existing
Planned Unit Development zoning on the property with 25 conditions as recommended
by the planning board and approve the preliminary plat request subject to the 25
conditions as recommended by the planning board would be in order.
FISCAL EFFECTS: Positive impacts once fully developed.
ALTERNATIVES: As suggested by the City Council.
Respectfully s9bipitted,
Sean Conrad ames H. Patrick
Senior Planner City Manager
Report compiled April 15, 2008
Attachments: Transmittal letter
Exhibit A (conditions)
Staff report #KPUD-07-7 and KPP-07-14
Minutes 3 / 11 / 08 planning board meeting
c: Theresa White, Kalispell City Clerk
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Kalispell approved the Spring Prairie Planned Unit
Development Agreement on Section 36 on December 3, 2001, and
WHEREAS, the Spring Prairie Planned Unit Development Agreement was amended on December
15, 2003 and on September 19, 2005, and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the City of Kalispell that the Spring Prairie Planned Unit
Development Agreement be amended as set forth below.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KALISPELL, MONTANA AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. That the Spring Prairie Planned Unit Development shall be, upon execution
by the landowner, amended as provided for in said agreement under Section
5, Amendment or Modification of Agreement as follows:
The Planned Unit Development for Bloomstone allows the following deviations from the
Kalispell Subdivision Regulations and the Kalispell Zoning Ordinance:
A. Kalispell Zoning Ordinance, Section 27.07.040 (1) (Minimum lot area)
Allows the minimum lot area to be reduced from 6,000 square feet to 4,290 square feet for
single-family lots.
B. Kalispell Zoning Ordinance, Section 27.07.040 (2) (Minimum lot width)
Allows the minimum lot width to be reduced from 50 feet to 40 feet for single-family lots.
C. Kalispell Zoning Ordinance, Section 27.07.040 (3) (Minimum building setbacks)
Allows zero side yard setbacks for the Z-lots.
D. Kalispell Zoning Ordinance, Section 27.07.040 (3) (Front setback encroachment)
Allows the front setback reduced to 10 feet. Such reduction shall only apply to the single
family residential houses. The multi -family buildings would need to meet the 15-foot
setback provided for in the R-4 zoning district. All garages shall be a minimum of 20 feet
from the front property line except for garages on the Z-lots that are parallel to the
adjacent street. These garage may be within 10 feet of the front property boundary.
E. Kalispell Zoning Ordinance, Section 27.07.040 (3) (Rear setback encroachment)
Allows a 5 foot setback on the Z-lots where the lot size is less than 5,000 square feet.
Garages may be constructed within 5 feet of the rear property boundary only if the garage
doors do not face the alley. If garage doors are facing the alley then a minimum of 10 feet
from the property line to the eave of the garage shall be required.
F. Kalispell Zoning Ordinance, Section 27.07.040 (5) (Permitted lot coverage)
Allows an increase to 54% lot coverage on the 6,000 square foot lots and only restricts lot
coverage on the Z-lots as to construction within the required setbacks.
G. Kalispell Zoning Ordinance, Section 27.24.050 (6) (Subdivision identification signs)
Allows an increase in the number and size of subdivision identification signs within the
project. The text and associated graphics for the two primary entry monument signs shall
be a maximum of 35 square feet, 3 1/2 feet tall and 10 feet long. The secondary monument
signs shall have text and associated graphics no larger than 11/z feet tall and 5 feet long for
a total of 71/2 square feet. The signs shall not exceed 6 feet in height and shall be located
outside of site visibility triangles of the adjacent intersections.
H. Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section 3.09 (Streets and Roads — Design Standards)
Allows curb bulbs to be used at the intersection of local streets.
I. Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section 3.09 (G) (Streets and Roads — Design
Standards)
Allows the north/south street in phase 3, shown as Juneberry Street on the conceptual site
plan, to terminate in a private roadway.
J. Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section 3.06 (I) (Through lots)
Allows 8 through lots in phase 2, designated lots 1-8 as shown on the conceptual site plan.
Refer to condition 2.H for fence height.
2. The development of the 85.2 acre site shall substantially comply with the following maps and
elevations submitted as part of the Planned Unit Development application:
A. Conceptual Site Plan, Exhibit A-1
B. Data Table, Exhibit A-2
Note: Off-street parking requirements shall meet the Kalispell Zoning Ordinance
minimum requirements.
C. Conceptual Phasing Plan, Exhibit D
D. Single Family, Z-lot and Apartment Building elevations
E. Lot Typicals, Exhibits E-1, E-2, E-3, F-1, and F-2
Note: Building setbacks and lot coverage subject to approved PUD conditions. If a lot is
located between a street and alley garages shall be located off of the alley.
F. Conceptual Open Space and Landscape Plan, Exhibit H
G. Pedestrian path detail between Bloomstone and Kids Sports complex
H. Conceptual Fencing Plan, Exhibit I
Note: Fencing along Treeline Road shall be a maximum of 31/2 feet and fencing on the
north and south sides of phase 3 shall be removed.
I. Conceptual Lighting Plan, Exhibit J-1
Note: All lighting must comply with Kalispell Zoning Ordinance
J. Conceptual Entry and Fencing Themes, Exhibits T-1, T-2, T-3, T-4, T-5
K. Conceptual Trail Plan and Detail, Exhibits P-1 and P-2
Note: Trail width shall be determined by the Parks and Recreation Department and trail
construction shall meet city standards.
L. Typical Street Details, Exhibits G-1, G-2, L-1, L-2, and L-3
Note: All roads shall be designed to meet the city's minimum roadway widths except as
permitted through this PUD. Monument signs shall be located outside of the right-of-
way.
Development of the site shall adhere to the Bloomstone conceptual site plan.
Note: The implementation of the conditions may result in the loss of dwelling units.
4. Upon submitting a preliminary plat application for phases 4 and 5 the developer shall provide
further details for the future club house in phase 4 and community center in phase 5. The
details shall include at a minimum the size, elevations, and floor plan of the buildings.
5. Prior to issuance of a building permit for the multifamily units in phases 1, 4 and 5 of the
Bloomstone project, the developer shall provide the city with a trail connection plan for
review and approval. The plan shall illustrate how trails and sidewalks within the
development will connect with existing or future trails or sidewalks.
6. Prior to final plat approval of phase 2 Treeline Road shall be extended to Four Mile Drive.
That portion of Treeline Road from the south boundary of phase 2, south to Four Mile Drive,
shall be improved to provide an all weather access for emergency vehicles to travel on the
roadway.
7. Upon submitting a preliminary plat application for phase 2 the developer shall provide the
city with a detailed grading plan and identify those areas that will need a retaining wall over
3 feet for phases 2, 3, 4 and 5 including both the north and south sides of Four Mile Drive.
These walls shall be subject to review by the city's site review committee for aesthetic
purposes. Recommendations for aesthetic treatment of the retaining walls shall be forwarded
on to the planning board and city council for consideration.
Note: The subdivision and roadway grading presented shall be designed and constructed in a
manner that would allow future connection to the properties south of Four Mile Drive be
feasible.
The internal streets proposed for the condominium project in phase 5 shall be required to
include sidewalks on both sides unless a deviation from the city's street standards is
requested. Garages for the condominium units shall be required to be a minimum of 20 feet
from the sidewalk or edge of curb to discourage vehicles encroaching on the sidewalk or
street.
9. The 11.3 acres immediately north of Bloomstone shall be shown as R-4/PUD zoned property
under the ownership of the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) on
all future preliminary and final plans unless instructed otherwise by the DNRC or City of
Kalispell.
10. The power, phone, natural gas and cable television lines shall be located within the alley
right-of-way. Where an alley is not adjacent to the lot the power, phone, natural gas and
cable television lines shall be located within a separate 5-foot easement outside of the road
right-of-way easement.
11. Staking by a licensed surveyor for each lot under 6,000 square feet shall be in place prior to
and during construction of homes on the lots to assure setbacks are being met. Staking for
building foundations shall be offset from the foundation to assure stakes are in place during
and after excavation of the building pad.
12. Condominium or apartment association shall be created for the maintenance of the areas
immediately surrounding the multi -family buildings in phase 1A, 4 and 5.
13. The developer shall provide the Parks and Recreation Department with a park improvement
plan for the two tot lots in phase 1 A, health and fitness trail, and one acre park in phase 4. At
a minimum the park improvement plans shall include trails connecting with adjoining trails
or sidewalks, turf, irrigation, and landscaping within the parks and a Ramada for the tot lot in
phase IA. The developer shall provide other park amenities including but not limited to
security lighting, children's play equipment, benches, trash receptacles, and drinking
fountains, where appropriate. The plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Parks and
Recreation Department in conjunction with the Police Department for the security lighting.
14. Prior to the final plat of phase IA the developer shall provide the city with a cash in lieu
payment of 5.55 acres of land less the area of parkland for phase IA. At the time the city is
prepared to acquire the 11.3 acres of land immediately north of the Bloomstone subdivision,
the remaining 10.52 acres of land shall be provided as a letter of credit for the city to draw
upon. The cash in lieu payment and letter of credit value shall be based on the unimproved fair
market value of the land devoted to lots.
Note: At the time the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation land is acquired
the remaining letter of credit funds shall be drawn upon to complete park improvements per
the schedule approved in the park master plan referenced in condition 15.
15. Prior to preliminary approval of phase 2 the Parks and Recreation Department in cooperation
with the developer shall develop a park master plan for the 11.3 acre land immediately north
of Bloomstone currently owned by the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation.
The plan shall be implemented by the developer in a phasing schedule approved by the city
council with input from the Parks and Recreation Department and planning board.
Note: Development of the 11.3 acre land does not include the construction of a community
center, swimming pool or any other facility not agreed upon in the park master plan.
16. Specifications for the bike/pedestrian trail construction shall meet current city standards with
the width of the trail determined by the Parks and Recreation Department.
17. A park maintenance district shall be formed in accordance with section 7-12-4001 MCA
incorporating all the lots within the Bloomstone subdivision. The taxes levied within the
maintenance district shall be determined by the Parks and Recreation Department with
approvals by the Kalispell City Council. Such a district shall become effective upon
recording the final plat of phases 1-5 of the Bloomstone subdivision.
18. In the event the Homeowners Association fails to maintain its properties, the park
maintenance district program may be initiated by the city to provide maintenance for some or
all of the public or private improvements.
19. The developer shall provide the Parks and Recreation Department a landscaping and
irrigation plan for the common areas within the project site. The approved planting and
irrigation plan shall be installed prior to final plat approval of the respective phase or
appropriate bonding provided.
20. A 3 1/2-foot tall vinyl fence shall be installed by the developer abutting the rear property
boundary of lots 40-46, 59-65, and 99-105 of phase 1A, lots 81A and 80 of phase IB, and
lots 28A and lots 1-8 of phase 2. All fencing shall be installed prior to final plat approval of
the pertinent phase.
21. A note shall be placed on the final plat for phases IA, 1B and 2 prohibiting the property
owners of lots 40-46, 59-65, and 99-105 of phase IA, lots 8 1 A and 80 of phase 1B, and lots
28A and lots 1-8 of phase 2 from installing any additional rear yard fencing.
22. A note shall be placed on the final plat of each phase including alleys stating that the alleys
shall be privately maintained.
23. That a minimum of two-thirds of the necessary infrastructure for this subdivision shall be
completed prior to final plat submittal for each phase. The minimum of two-thirds of the
necessary infrastructure shall include the extension of water and sewer mains to the site and
the necessary upgrades to the existing sewer lines to transport effluent back to the city
sewage treatment plant.
24. The first phase, phase IA, shall be filed within three years of approval of the effective date of
the preliminary plat of phase IA. Each successive phase shall be filed within two years of
final plat approval of the previous phase. In all events, each phase shall be freestanding in
terms of public infrastructure, services, parks and open space. The city council may grant
one year extensions for each phase of the project. A request for a one year extension must be
made a minimum of 60 days prior to the expiration date of the phase.
25. That a development agreement 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.
SECTION H. This Ordinance shall take effect from and after 30 days of its passage by the
City Council.
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Pamela B. Kennedy
Mayor
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Theresa White
City Clerk
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WHEREAS, Kalispell National Investment Company, owners of the certain real property
described above, have petitioned for approval of the Subdivision Plat of said
property, and
WHEREAS, the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on
April 8, 2008, on the proposal and reviewed Subdivision Report #KPP-07-14 issued
by the Kalispell Planning Department, and
WHEREAS, the Kalispell City Planning Board and Zoning Commission has recommended
approval of the Preliminary Plat of Bloomstone Subdivision, subject to certain
conditions and recommendations, and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Kalispell at its regular Council Meeting of April 21,
2008, reviewed the Kalispell Planning Department Report #KPP-07-14, 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 I. That the Findings of Fact contained in Kalispell Planning Department Report
#KPP-07-14 are hereby adopted as the Findings of Fact of the City Council.
SECTION II. That the application of Kalispell National Investment Company for approval
of the Preliminary Plat of Bloomstone Subdivision, Kalispell, Flathead
County, Montana is hereby approved subject to the following conditions:
General Conditions:
1. All conditions set forth in the Spring Prairie Planned Unit Development Agreement shall be
followed.
2. That 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. (Kalispell
Subdivision Regulations, Appendix C — Final Plat)
3. Street lighting shall be located within the subdivision and shall be shielded so that it does not
intrude unnecessarily onto adjoining properties. (Kalispell Subdivision Regulations Section
3.09(L)).
Prior to final plat:
4. A geotechnical report shall be provided to the Public Works Department and Building
Department for review concerning ground water levels and to address the appropriateness of
crawl spaces and basements. (Findings of Fact Section C)
5. 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 and Montana
Public Works Standards with minor deviations as permitted in the PUD; the design shall be
certified in writing by a professional engineer licensed in the State of Montana. 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. (Kalispell Design and
Construction Standards)
6. Water and sewer main extensions shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the
City of Kalispell's Standards for Design and Construction and Montana Public Works
Standards. 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. (Kalispell Design and Construction Standards)
Note: The water line extension from Reserve Loop shall be looped with the water line
within Four Mile Drive. Location and sizing of the water line extension shall be reviewed
and approved by the Public Works Department.
7. The developer shall submit to the Kalispell Public Works Department for review and
approval a storm water drainage report and an engineered drainage plan that meets the
requirements of the current City standards for design and construction. 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. (Kalispell Design and
Construction Standards)
Note: An off -site downstream analysis shall accompany the drainage report. This analysis
will need to identify if the new volume release from the development will impact the
downstream adjacent properties, conveyance channels, and water bodies. This downstream
analysis will need to look at the 2, 10, and 100 year flows.
8. The developer shall submit to the Kalispell Public Works Department prior to construction, a
city storm water management 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. (Kalispell Design and
Construction Standards)
9. Where any public infrastructure has not been completed and accepted by the City of Kalispell
a subdivision improvement agreement and a proper bond for unfinished work as provided for
in appendix E of the Kalispell Subdivision Regulations shall be provided to address the
unfinished work. (Kalispell Design and Construction Standards)
10. A 60-foot road and utility right-of-way shall be extended from Paintbrush Court and
Mariposa Court in phase I to the north property boundary of the subdivision. (Findings of
Fact Section D)
11. A combination of landscaping and curbing shall be placed at the intersection of the alley
serving the townhouse lots in phase I and Treeline Road to prevent non emergency vehicle
traffic from entering the alley from Treeline Road. The location and type of landscaping and
curbing shall be reviewed and approved by the Public Works Department and Fire
Department. (Findings of Fact Section D)
12. The following note shall be placed on the final plat: "Property owner(s) shall waive their
right to protest the creation of a special improvement district for road upgrades in the area to
City standards which are impacted by this subdivision." (Findings of Fact Section D)
13. A noise study shall be completed prior to the final plat approval of phase IA. The noise
study shall show how a noise level of 60 dBA at the property boundary for the Z-lots (lots 9-
18) and lot 107 can be achieved. The proposed mitigation measures contained in the noise
study shall be reviewed and approved by the city staff and implemented prior to the final plat
of phase IA. (Findings of Fact Section A)
Note: This condition may result in the loss of one or more of the proposed multi -family
buildings or require submission to the city for an amended PUD site plan.
14. A letter from the Montana Department of Transportation shall be provided stating that the
bypass right-of-way shown on the final plat is adequate for the construction of the future
highway bypass. (Findings of Fact Section D)
Note: The location of the highway bypass right-of-way may affect the western boundary line
of the proposed subdivision, which may in turn affect the number of proposed lots or
condominium units.
15. The developer shall obtain permission to construct and maintain the earth berm located
within the future right-of-way area on the west side of phase IA. The earth berm shall be
constructed to accommodate a future bike trail and connections to adjoining streets or trails
within phase IA. (Findings of Fact Section D)
16. A temporary turn around meeting International Fire Code standards shall be installed at the
southern terminus of Foxglove Drive. (Findings of Fact Section A)
17. The following requirements shall be met per the Kalispell Fire Department and so certified in
writing by the Fire Department: (Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section 3.20).
a. Water mains designed to provide required fire flows shall be installed per City
specifications at approved locations. Fire flows shall be in accordance with International
Fire Code, Appendix B.
b. Fire hydrants shall be provided per City specifications at locations approved by this
department, prior to combustible construction.
c. Fire Department access shall be provided in accordance with International Fire Code
Chapter 5.
d. Street naming shall be approved by the Fire Department.
e. Addressing shall comply with the International Fire Code and Kalispell Fire Department
Standard Operating Guidelines.
f. Required fire flows shall be verified and approved by the Kalispell Fire Department prior
to combustible construction.
18. A letter shall be obtained from the Parks and Recreation Department approving a landscape
plan for the placement of trees and landscaping materials within the landscape boulevards of
the streets serving the subdivision. The approved landscape plan shall be implemented or a
cash in lieu payment for installation of the street trees and groundcover provided to the
Kalispell Parks and Recreation Department. (Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section
3.11).
Note: Rocks in the landscape boulevard are prohibited.
19. The approved parks improvement plan for the two tot lots and health and fitness trail (if
applicable), open space landscaping and irrigation plan, and bike/pedestrian plan shall be
completed prior to the final plat or bonded for. (Findings of Fact Section D)
Note: The health and fitness trail shall be located with an open space area approximately 20
feet wide.
20. The roads within the subdivision shall be named and signed in accordance with the policies
of the Kalispell Public Works Department and the Uniform Traffic Control Devices Manual
and be subject to review and approval of the Kalispell Fire Department. A letter shall be
obtained from the Kalispell Public Works Department stating the naming and addressing on
the final plat have been reviewed and approved. (Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section
3.09)
21. 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. (Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section 3.18)
22. 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 designed in accordance with section 3.22 of the Kalispell
Subdivision Regulations and installed or bonded for prior to final plat. In addition, the mail
delivery site and improvements shall 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. (Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section
3.22)
23. 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
(Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section 3.18(E))
24. The developer shall obtain the necessary permits from the Bonneville Power Authority
(BPA) for construction of the stormwater detention pond and parking lot as shown on the
conceptual PUD site plan. (Project proposal)
On going conditions:
25. All utilities shall be installed underground. (Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section
3.17)
26. All areas disturbed during development shall be re -vegetated with a weed -free mix
immediately after development.
SECTION III. 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.
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Pamela B. Kennedy
Mayor
ATTEST:
Theresa White
City Clerk
City of Kalispell
Planning & Building Department
201 1"Ave East, Kalispell, Montana 59901
Planning Telephone: (406) 758-7940
Building Telephone: (406) 758-7730
Fax: (406) 758-7739
Website: www.kalispell.com
April 15, 2008
James H. Patrick, City Manager
City of Kalispell
P.O. Box 1997
Kalispell, MT 59903
Re: Kalispell National Investment Company request for amendments to the Spring
Prairie Planned Unit Development and preliminary plat approval for the first
phase of the Bloomstone subdivision
Dear Jim:
The Kalispell City Planning Board met on April 8, 2008 and held a public hearing to
consider a request from the Kalispell National Investment Company to amend the
existing R-4/PUD zoning on an 85.2 acre property and develop the property as a
residential subdivision called Bloomstone. The overall project will be developed in 5
phases providing a total of 569 dwelling units. The developer is also requesting
preliminary plat approval for phases IA and 1B of the project. Phase IA consists of 8-
8 plex apartment units, 74 single family residential lots, and 10 townhouse lots.
Phase 113 consists of 37 single family residential lots. The residential lots will range in
size from 2,400 square feet (townhouse lot) to 8,000 square feet.
The 85.2 acre site can be legally described as parcel 3 of Certificate of Survey 17217
located in the SW 1/4 of Section 36, Township 29 North, Range 22 West. The property
is located immediately west of the Kids Sports complex on the north side of Four Mile
Drive, approximately 1/2 mile west of the intersection of Four Mile Drive and Highway
93 North.
Sean Conrad of the Kalispell Planning Department presented staff reports #KPUD-07-
7 and KPP-07-14 evaluating the proposed project. Staff recommended the planning
board recommend approving a majority of the requested amendments to the existing
Planned Unit Development and the preliminary plat for the first phase of the
subdivision subject to the conditions listed in the staff report.
During the public hearing portion of the meeting the developer and his consultant
team spoke in favor of the proposed project. Two members of the public also spoke on
the project. Their concerns were the interactions between the project and Kids Sports
complex, acquiring adjacent lands for park development and possibly increasing the
open space and park areas within the subdivision.
After the public hearing was closed the planning board discussed the proposed
project. Two main concerns brought up during the planning boards discussion were
grading along Four Mile Drive and limiting alley access onto Treeline Road.
As part of the overall project the developer intends to lower the southern portion of the
project site. This would in -turn require Four Mile Drive to be lowered approximately
12 feet. The planning board was concerned with the property owner south of Four
Mile Drive gaining reasonable access to Four Mile Drive when the road is lowered in
conjunction with the Bloomstone project. Therefore, the planning board
recommended amending condition number 7 of the PUD regarding the grading of the
site and added that "the subdivision and roadway grading presented shall be designed
and constructed in a manner that would allow future connection to the properties
south of Four Mile Drive be feasible." This amendment passed on a vote of 3 to 2.
The second issue discussed by the planning board was limiting traffic access onto an
alley serving 22 townhouse lots in phase 1B. The alley is proposed to have an
entrance/exit onto Treeline Road between Waterleaf Lane in phase 1B and Nightshade
Drive in phase 2. Treeline Road will be designed to function as a collector roadway
and, therefore, the number of access points onto Treeline Road, whether a street or an
alley, should be limited. The Public Works Department had recommended that the
alley serving the townhouse lots in phase 1B include removable bollards at the alley's
intersection with Treeline Road to prohibit daily traffic movements from entering or
exiting at this location. By using the removable bollards the alley could still be used
by emergency vehicles if necessary.
Before the planning board hearing the developer requested changing the language in
the condition to remove the requirement for bollards and instead allow him to come up
with a landscaping and curbing plan that would accomplish the same access
restrictions as the bollards. The developer requested this because he felt that bollards
would not aesthetically tie into the surrounding neighborhood he is creating.
During the planning board discussion on the issue some members of the board had
concerns with blocking the alley off for strictly emergency vehicles. Concerns were
also raised about garbage collection and snow storage. However a majority of the
planning board members agreed with the Public Works Department's recommendation
about restricting access from the alley onto Treeline Road. A motion to remove
recommended condition number 35 failed on a vote of 4 to 1.
After discussing the proposed project the planning board unanimously recommended
approval of both the planned unit development and preliminary plat requests subject
to staff's conditions as amended.
Please schedule this matter for the April 21, 2008 regular city council meeting. You
may contact this board or Sean Conrad at the Kalispell Planning Department if you
have any questions regarding this matter.
Sincerely,
Kalispell City Planning Board
Bryan H. Schutt
President
Attachments: Staff report #KPUD-07-7 and KPP-07-14
Minutes of the 3 / 11 / 08 planning board meeting
c w/ Att: Theresa White, Kalispell City Clerk
c w/o Att: Kalispell National Investment Company
124 Swan Ridge Court
Kalispell, MT 59901
Morrison-Maierle, Inc.
1228 Whitefish Stage Road
Kalispell, MT 59901
EXHIBIT A
CONDITIONS OF • FOR THE BLOOMSTONEi AND
PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR PHASE 1
RECOMMENDED BY THE KALISPELL PLANNING BOARD
MARCH 11, • •
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PUD Conditions
1. The Planned Unit Development for Bloomstone allows the following deviations
from the Kalispell Subdivision Regulations and the Kalispell Zoning Ordinance:
A. Kalispell Zoning Ordinance, Section 27.07.040 (1) (Minimum lot area)
Allows the minimum lot area to be reduced from 6,000 square feet to 4,290
square feet for single-family lots.
B. Kalispell Zoning Ordinance, Section 27.07.040 (2) (Minimum lot width)
Allows the minimum lot width to be reduced from 50 feet to 40 feet for single-
family lots.
C. Kalispell Zoning Ordinance, Section 27.07.040 (3) (Minimum building
setbacks)
Allows zero side yard setbacks for the Z-lots.
D. Kalispell Zoning Ordinance, Section 27.07.040 (3) (Front setback
encroachment)
Allows the front setback reduced to 10 feet. Such reduction shall only apply
to the single family residential houses. The multi -family buildings would
need to meet the 15-foot setback provided for in the R-4 zoning district. All
garages shall be a minimum of 20 feet from the front property line except for
garages on the Z-lots that are parallel to the adjacent street. These garage
may be within 10 feet of the front property boundary.
E. Kalispell Zoning Ordinance, Section 27.07.040 (3) (Rear setback
encroachment)
Allows a 5 foot setback on the Z-lots where the lot size is less than 5,000
square feet. Garages may be constructed within 5 feet of the rear property
boundary only if the garage doors do not face the alley. If garage doors are
facing the alley then a minimum of 10 feet from the property line to the eave
of the garage shall be required.
F. Kalispell Zoning Ordinance, Section 27.07.040 (5) (Permitted lot coverage)
Allows an increase to 54% lot coverage on the 6,000 square foot lots and only
restricts lot coverage on the Z-lots as to construction within the required
setbacks.
G. Kalispell Zoning Ordinance, Section 27.24.050 (6) (Subdivision identification
signs)
Allows an increase in the number and size of subdivision identification signs
within the project. The text and associated graphics for the two primary
entry monument signs shall be a maximum of 35 square feet, 3 1/2 feet tall
and 10 feet long. The secondary monument signs shall have text and
associated graphics no larger than 1 1/2 feet tall and 5 feet long for a total of 7
1/2 square feet. The signs shall not exceed 6 feet in height and shall be
located outside of site visibility triangles of the adjacent intersections.
H. Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section 3.09 (Streets and Roads - Design
Standards)
Allows curb bulbs to be used at the intersection of local streets.
I. Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section 3.09 (G) (Streets and Roads -
Design Standards)
Allows the north/south street in phase 3, shown as Juneberry Street on the
conceptual site plan, to terminate in a private roadway.
J. Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section 3.06 (I) (Through lots)
Allows 8 through lots in phase 2, designated lots 1-8 as shown on the
conceptual site plan. Refer to condition 2. H for fence height.
2. The development of the 85.2 acre site shall substantially comply with the
following maps and elevations submitted as part of the Planned Unit
Development application:
A. Conceptual Site Plan, Exhibit A-1
B. Data Table, Exhibit A-2
Note: Off-street parking requirements shall meet the Kalispell Zoning
Ordinance minimum requirements.
C. Conceptual Phasing Plan, Exhibit D
D. Single Family, Z-lot and Apartment Building elevations
E. Lot Typicals, Exhibits E-1, E-2, E-3, F-1, and F-2
Note: Building setbacks and lot coverage subject to approved PUD
conditions. If a lot is located between a street and alley garages shall be
located off of the alley.
F. Conceptual Open Space and Landscape Plan, Exhibit H
G. Pedestrian path detail between Bloomstone and Kids Sports complex
H. Conceptual Fencing Plan, Exhibit I
Note: Fencing along Treeline Road shall be a maximum of 3 1/2 feet and
fencing on the north and south sides of phase 3 shall be removed.
I. Conceptual Lighting Plan, Exhibit J-1
Note: All lighting must comply with Kalispell Zoning Ordinance
J. Conceptual Entry and Fencing Themes, Exhibits T-1, T-2, T-3, T-4, T-5
K. Conceptual Trail Plan and Detail, Exhibits P-1 and P-2
Note: Trail width shall be determined by the Parks and Recreation
Department and trail construction shall meet city standards.
L. Typical Street Details, Exhibits G-1, G-2, L-1, L-2, and L-3
Note: All roads shall be designed to meet the city's minimum roadway
widths except as permitted through this PUD. Monument signs shall be
located outside of the right-of-way.
3. Development of the site shall adhere to the Bloomstone conceptual site plan.
Note: The implementation of the conditions may result in the loss of dwelling
units.
4. Upon submitting a preliminary plat application for phases 4 and 5 the developer shall
provide further details for the future club house in phase 4 and community center in
phase 5. The details shall include at a minimum the size, elevations, and floor plan of
the buildings.
5. Prior to issuance of a building permit for the multifamily units in phases 1, 4
and 5 of the Bloomstone project, the developer shall provide the city with a trail
connection plan for review and approval. The plan shall illustrate how trails and
sidewalks within the development will connect with existing or future trails or
sidewalks.
6. Prior to final plat approval of phase 2 Treeline Road shall be extended to Four
Mile Drive. That portion of Treeline Road from the south boundary of phase 2,
south to Four Mile Drive, shall be improved to provide an all weather access for
emergency vehicles to travel on the roadway.
7. Upon submitting a preliminary plat application for phase 2 the developer shall provide
the city with a detailed grading plan and identify those areas that will need a retaining
wall over 3 feet for phases 2, 3, 4 and 5 including both the north and south sides of
Four Mile Drive. These walls shall be subject to review by the city's site review
committee for aesthetic purposes. Recommendations for aesthetic treatment of the
retaining walls shall be forwarded on to the planning board and city council for
consideration.
Note: The subdivision and roadway grading presented shall be designed and
constructed in a manner that would allow future connection to the properties south of
Four Mile Drive be feasible.
8. The internal streets proposed for the condominium project in phase 5 shall be
required to include sidewalks on both sides unless a deviation from the city's street
standards is requested. Garages for the condominium units shall be required to be a
minimum of 20 feet from the sidewalk or edge of curb to discourage vehicles
encroaching on the sidewalk or street.
9. The 11.3 acres immediately north of Bloomstone shall be shown as R-4 / PUD zoned
property under the ownership of the Department of Natural Resources and
Conservation (DNRC) on all future preliminary and final plans unless instructed
otherwise by the DNRC or City of Kalispell.
10. The power, phone, natural gas and cable television lines shall be located within
the alley right-of-way. Where an alley is not adjacent to the lot the power,
phone, natural gas and cable television lines shall be located within a separate
5-foot easement outside of the road right-of-way easement.
11. Staking by a licensed surveyor for each lot under 6,000 square feet shall be in
place prior to and during construction of homes on the lots to assure setbacks
are being met. Staking for building foundations shall be offset from the
foundation to assure stakes are in place during and after excavation of the
building pad.
12. Condominium or apartment association shall be created for the maintenance of
the areas immediately surrounding the multi -family buildings in phase IA, 4
and 5.
13. The developer shall provide the Parks and Recreation Department with a park
improvement plan for the two tot lots in phase IA, health and fitness trail, and
one acre park in phase 4. At a minimum the park improvement plans shall
include trails connecting with adjoining trails or sidewalks, turf, irrigation, and
landscaping within the parks and a Ramada for the tot lot in phase IA. The
developer shall provide other park amenities including but not limited to
security lighting, children's play equipment, benches, trash receptacles, and
drinking fountains, where appropriate. The plan shall be reviewed and
approved by the Parks and Recreation Department in conjunction with the
Police Department for the security lighting.
14. Prior to the final plat of phase IA the developer shall provide the city with a
cash in lieu payment of 5.55 acres of land less the area of parkland for phase
IA. At the time the city is prepared to acquire the 11.3 acres of land
immediately north of the Bloomstone subdivision, the remaining 10.52 acres of
land shall be provided as a letter of credit for the city to draw upon. The cash in
lieu payment and letter of credit value shall be based on the unimproved fair
market value of the land devoted to lots.
Note: At the time the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation land
is acquired the remaining letter of credit funds shall be drawn upon to complete
park improvements per the schedule approved in the park master plan
referenced in condition 15.
15. Prior to preliminary approval of phase 2 the Parks and Recreation Department
in cooperation with the developer shall develop a park master plan for the 11.3
acre land immediately north of Bloomstone currently owned by the Department
of Natural Resources and Conservation. The plan shall be implemented by the
developer in a phasing schedule approved by the city council with input from
the Parks and Recreation Department and planning board.
Note: Development of the 11.3 acre land does not include the construction of a
community center, swimming pool or any other facility not agreed upon in the
park master plan.
16. Specifications for the bike/pedestrian trail construction shall meet current city
standards with the width of the trail determined by the Parks and Recreation
Department.
17. A park maintenance district shall be formed in accordance with section 7-12-
4001 MCA incorporating all the lots within the Bloomstone subdivision. The
taxes levied within the maintenance district shall be determined by the Parks
and Recreation Department with approvals by the Kalispell City Council. Such
a district shall become effective upon recording the final plat of phases 1-5 of
the Bloomstone subdivision.
18. In the event the Homeowners Association fails to maintain its properties, the
park maintenance district program may be initiated by the city to provide
maintenance for some or all of the public or private improvements.
19. The developer shall provide the Parks and Recreation Department a
landscaping and irrigation plan for the common areas within the project site.
The approved planting and irrigation plan shall be installed prior to final plat
approval of the respective phase or appropriate bonding provided.
20. A 3 1/2-foot tall vinyl fence shall be installed by the developer abutting the rear
property boundary of lots 40-46, 59-65, and 99-105 of phase IA, lots 81A and
80 of phase 113, and lots 28A and lots 1-8 of phase 2. All fencing shall be
installed prior to final plat approval of the pertinent phase.
21. A note shall be placed on the final plat for phases 1 A, 1 B and 2 prohibiting the
property owners of lots 40-46, 59-65, and 99-105 of phase 1A, lots 81A and 80
of phase 1B, and lots 28A and lots 1-8 of phase 2 from installing any additional
rear yard fencing.
22. A note shall be placed on the final plat of each phase including alleys stating
that the alleys shall be privately maintained.
23. That a minimum of two-thirds of the necessary infrastructure for this
subdivision shall be completed prior to final plat submittal for each phase. The
minimum of two-thirds of the necessary infrastructure shall include the
extension of water and sewer mains to the site and the necessary upgrades to
the existing sewer lines to transport effluent back to the city sewage treatment
plant.
24. The first phase, phase IA, shall be filed within three years of approval of the
effective date of the preliminary plat of phase IA. Each successive phase shall
be filed within two years of final plat approval of the previous phase. In all
events, each phase shall be freestanding in terms of public infrastructure,
services, parks and open space. The city council may grant one year extensions
for each phase of the project. A request for a one year extension must be made
a minimum of 60 days prior to the expiration date of the phase.
25. That a development agreement 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.
Bloomstone Phase 1A and 1B Subdivision Conditions
General Conditions:
26. That 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. (Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Appendix C - Final Plat)
27. Street lighting shall be located within the subdivision and shall be shielded so
that it does not intrude unnecessarily onto adjoining properties. (Kalispell
Subdivision Regulations Section 3.09(L)).
Prior to final plat:
28. A geotechnical report shall be provided to the Public Works Department and
Building Department for review concerning ground water levels and to address
the appropriateness of crawl spaces and basements. (Findings of Fact Section
C)
29. 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 and Montana Public Works Standards with minor deviations as
permitted in the PUD; the design shall be certified in writing by a professional
engineer licensed in the State of Montana. 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. (Kalispell
Design and Construction Standards)
30. Water and sewer main extensions shall be designed and constructed in
accordance with the City of Kalispell's Standards for Design and Construction
and Montana Public Works Standards. 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. (Kalispell Design and Construction
Standards)
Note: The water line extension from Reserve Loop shall be looped with the
water line within Four Mile Drive. Location and sizing of the water line
extension shall be reviewed and approved by the Public Works Department.
31. The developer shall submit to the Kalispell Public Works Department for review
and approval a storm water drainage report and an engineered drainage plan
that meets the requirements of the current City standards for design and
construction. 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. (Kalispell Design and Construction
Standards)
Note: An off -site downstream analysis shall accompany the drainage report.
This analysis will need to identify if the new volume release from the
development will impact the downstream adjacent properties, conveyance
channels, and water bodies. This downstream analysis will need to look at the
2, 10, and 100 year flows.
32. The developer shall submit to the Kalispell Public Works Department prior to
construction, a city storm water management 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. (Kalispell Design and Construction Standards)
33. Where any public infrastructure has not been completed and accepted by the
City of Kalispell a subdivision improvement agreement and a proper bond for
unfinished work as provided for in appendix E of the Kalispell Subdivision
Regulations shall be provided to address the unfinished work. (Kalispell Design
and Construction Standards)
34. A 60-foot road and utility right-of-way shall be extended from Paintbrush Court
and Mariposa Court in phase IA to the north property boundary of the
subdivision. (Findings of Fact Section D)
35. A combination of landscaping and curbing shall be placed at the intersection of the
alley serving the townhouse lots in phase 1B and Treeline Road to prevent non
emergency vehicle traffic from entering the alley from Treeline Road. The location and
type of landscaping and curbing shall be reviewed and approved by the Public Works
Department and Fire Department. (Findings of Fact Section D)
36. The following note shall be placed on the final plat: "Property owner(s) shall waive their
right to protest the creation of a special improvement district for road upgrades in the
area to City standards which are impacted by this subdivision." (Findings of Fact
Section D)
37. A noise study shall be completed prior to the final plat approval of phase IA.
The noise study shall show how a noise level of 60 dBA at the property
boundary for the Z-lots (lots 9-18) and lot 107 can be achieved. The proposed
mitigation measures contained in the noise study shall be reviewed and
approved by the city staff and implemented prior to the final plat of phase IA.
(Findings of Fact Section A)
Note: This condition may result in the loss of one or more of the proposed
multi -family buildings or require submission to the city for an amended PUD
site plan.
38. A letter from the Montana Department of Transportation shall be provided
stating that the bypass right-of-way shown on the final plat is adequate for the
construction of the future highway bypass. (Findings of Fact Section D)
Note: The location of the highway bypass right-of-way may affect the western
boundary line of the proposed subdivision, which may in turn affect the
number of proposed lots or condominium units.
39. The developer shall obtain permission to construct and maintain the earth
berm located within the future right-of-way area on the west side of phase IA.
The earth berm shall be constructed to accommodate a future bike trail and
connections to adjoining streets or trails within phase IA. (Findings of Fact
Section D)
40. A temporary turn around meeting International Fire Code standards shall be
installed at the southern terminus of Foxglove Drive. (Findings of Fact Section
A)
41. The following requirements shall be met per the Kalispell Fire Department and
so certified in writing by the Fire Department: (Kalispell Subdivision
Regulations, Section 3.20).
a. Water mains designed to provide required fire flows shall be installed per
City specifications at approved locations. Fire flows shall be in accordance
with International Fire Code, Appendix B.
b. Fire hydrants shall be provided per City specifications at locations approved
by this department, prior to combustible construction.
c. Fire Department access shall be provided in accordance with International
Fire Code Chapter 5.
d. Street naming shall be approved by the Fire Department.
e. Addressing shall comply with the International Fire Code and Kalispell Fire
Department Standard Operating Guidelines.
f. Required fire flows shall be verified and approved by the Kalispell Fire
Department prior to combustible construction.
42. A letter shall be obtained from the Parks and Recreation Department approving
a landscape plan for the placement of trees and landscaping materials within
the landscape boulevards of the streets serving the subdivision. The approved
landscape plan shall be implemented or a cash in lieu payment for installation
of the street trees and groundcover provided to the Kalispell Parks and
Recreation Department. (Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section 3.11).
Note: Rocks in the landscape boulevard are prohibited.
43. The approved parks improvement plan for the two tot lots and health and
fitness trail (if applicable), open space landscaping and irrigation plan, and
bike/pedestrian plan shall be completed prior to the final plat or bonded for.
(Findings of Fact Section D)
Note: The health and fitness trail shall be located with an open space area
approximately 20 feet wide.
44. The roads within the subdivision shall be named and signed in accordance with
the policies of the Kalispell Public Works Department and the Uniform Traffic
Control Devices Manual and be subject to review and approval of the Kalispell
Fire Department. A letter shall be obtained from the Kalispell Public Works
Department stating the naming and addressing on the final plat have been
reviewed and approved. (Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section 3.09)
45. 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. (Kalispell Subdivision
Regulations, Section 3.18)
46. 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 designed in accordance with
section 3.22 of the Kalispell Subdivision Regulations and installed or bonded for
prior to final plat. In addition, the mail delivery site and improvements shall 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. (Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section 3.22)
47. 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
(Kalispell Subdivision Regulations, Section 3.18(E))
48. The developer shall obtain the necessary permits from the Bonneville Power
Authority (BPA) for construction of the stormwater detention pond and parking
lot as shown on the conceptual PUD site plan. (Project proposal)
On going conditions:
49. All utilities shall be installed underground. (Kalispell Subdivision Regulations,
Section 3.17)
50. All areas disturbed during development shall be re -vegetated with a weed -free
mix immediately after development.