3. Courtyard Apartments SubdivisionTHE COURTYARD SUBDIVISION
SUBDIVISION REPORT #KSR 95-03
FLATHEAD REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
MAY 17, 1995
This is a request by the City of Kalispell for preliminary plat approval of a two (2) lot
subdivision located approximately 600 feet south of 18th Street West on the west side of
Airport Road. This is a minor subdivision which is forwarded directly to the City Council for
review and final action.
APPLICANT
Owner: City of Kalispell
312 1st Avenue East
Kalispell, MT 59901
Technical Assistance: Smith Surveying
1131 South Main
Kalispell, MT 59901
TECHNICAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Location:
The proposed subdivision is located on the west side of Airport Road approximately 600
feet south of 18th Street West. Subject property is described as Assessors Tract 1G in the
NE4 of Section 19, Township 28 North, Range 21 West, P.M.M., Flathead, Montana. The site
contains approximately 2.25 acres with a total of 350 foot of frontage on Airport Road.
Existing Land Use/Zoning:
The subject property currently is occupied by 4 apartment buildings and zoned RA-1. Lot
1 contains approximately 1.11 acres and has 294 foot of frontage; Lot 2 contains
approximately 1.14 acres and has 56 foot of frontage on Airport Road..
Adjoining Land Use and Zoning:
The property to the north contains apartments and is also zoned City RA-1. Properties to
the south and west are zoned County R-1 and are vacant with Ashley Creek running through
them. The property to the east, across Airport Road, is zoned 1-1 (Light industrial) and
contains the Kalispell Airport.
Covenants:
None were submitted.
REVIEW AND COMMENTS
This preliminary plat is reviewed as a minor subdivision in accordance with the Kalispell
Subdivision Regulations.
EFFECTS ON PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY:
The effects and/or impacts of creating two (2) multi -family lots is expected to be minimal
relative to public health and safety since they have existing development on them. This
subdivision is within the jurisdiction of the Kalispell police and fire departments.
Emergency medical support is located nearby at Kalispell Regional Hospital. The property
does not exhibit any significant natural hazards. The terrain is fiat and the part of the
property that is developed is not within a designated floodplain. Access is available via
Airport Road and is adequate to serve the site. However, since this property is currently
fully developed, the creation of this property line could Impact access and parking due to
trespass conflicts. A cross access and parking agreement should be created.
EFFECTS ON WILDLIFE AND WILDLIFE HABITAT:
The site is within the city limits of Kalispell and in a state of transition with little residual
wildlife. The property is zoned for multi -family development and has been developed as
such.
EFFECTS ON THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT:
The property exhibits no unique natural features. The lots are flat and have no unusual or
significant plant communities associated with them. These lots have already been
committed to development by previous approvals. There will be no additional impact on
the natural environment.
EFFECTS ON LOCAL SERVICES:
Schools: Because of the existing development, no impact is expected.
Parks and Recreation: Impacts will be minimal. This project is exempt from parkland
dedication or in -lieu fee.
Fire Protection: The subdivision will be served by the Kalispell Fire Department.
Police Protection: The Kalispell Police Department can adequately serve the
additional development.
Roads: The site is served by Airport Road, a City street. The street is
fully developed.
water, Sewer, and The subdivision is served by existing utilities with adequate
other Utilities: capacity. Since this property is currently developed and
utilities installed, easements should be created to serve each
lot with the appropriate utility
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Public Health Services: Existing medical facilities in Kalispell will be able to
accommodate the medical needs and emergencies of the
residents of this subdivision.
EFFECTS ON AGRICULTURE:
The proposed subdivision is located within the confines of the developed area of Kalispell
and will have no impacts on agricultural activities.
DISCUSSION
The property is served by all necessary public facilities and utilities. It is appropriately
zoned and each proposed lot has adequate building area for the zone. The existing
buildings meet all the setbacks from the property lines. With appropriate utility easements
and a cross access and parking agreement no conflicts should arise. This proposal is
considered to be in conformance with the type of development permitted by the zone.
RECOMMENDATION
it is recommended that the preliminary plat of The Courtyard Subdivision be approved
subject to the following conditions:
1. Create cross access and parking agreements.
2. Create easements for and obtain approval from the respective utility companies.
3. Obtain approval from the City's Public Works Department for sewer and water
connections/easements.
4. This preliminary plat is valid for one (1) year from the date of approval; an extension
may be granted for an additional year.
6. The plat shall be approved by the Department of Health and Environmental Sciences.
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