H1. Peterson Acre Preliminary Plat RequestPLANNING FOR THE FUTURE
REPORT TO: Doug Russell, City Manager D1-
FROM: Jarod Nygren, Senior Planner
Planning Department
201 I't Avenue East
Kalispell, MT 59901
Phone: (406) 758-7940
Fax: (406) 758-7739
www.kalispell.com/planning
SUBJECT: KPP-18-08 — Peterson Acre Preliminary Plat Request
MEETING DATE: June 18, 2018
BACKGROUND: A request from Jeremy Peterson for a minor subdivision of a 1.01-acre tract into
four residential lots and a shared common area at the intersection of Sylvan Drive and College
Avenue. The requested subdivision is reviewed as a minor subdivision because the tract of land being
subdivided is an original tract of record and the first subdivision proposes 5 or fewer lots. Minor
subdivisions do not require a public hearing or Planning Board approval and are forwarded directly to
Council for consideration. The property is located within the R-3 Zoning District, which provides for
single-family residential development. The application was reviewed in accordance with Section
28.2.07 and 28.7.01 of the Kalispell Subdivision Regulations.
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Kalispell City Council approve a request from
Jeremy Peterson for minor subdivision Preliminary Plat KPP-18-08, a minor subdivision preliminary
plat with twenty (20) conditions of approval.
FISCAL EFFECTS: Approval of the request will allow the applicant to proceed with development
of the site, which in turn will have positive fiscal impact.
ALTERNATIVES: Deny the request.
ATTACHMENTS: Staff Report
Application Materials & Maps
c: Aimee Brunckhorst, Kalispell City Clerk
PETERSON ACRE PRELIMINARY PLAT
REQUEST FOR MINOR SUBDIVISION APPROVAL
STAFF REPORT #KPP-18-08
KALISPELL CITY COUNCIL
JUNE 18, 2018
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: A request from Jeremy Peterson for a minor
subdivision of a 1.01-acre tract into four residential lots. The requested
subdivision is a minor subdivision because the tract of land being subdivided is
an original tract of record and this is the first split from that original tract,
creating five (5) or fewer lots. Minor subdivisions do not require a public hearing
or Planning Board approval and are forwarded directly to Council for
consideration. The 1.01-acre parcel will allow for a small infill project that will
complement the neighborhood. The applicant's goal is to subdivide the 1.01-acre
property into four single family lots. There is currently a single-family home and
appurtenant facilities located on the property. The property is located within the
R-3 Zoning District, which provides for single-family residential development. The
application will be reviewed in accordance with Section 28.2.07 of the Kalispell
Subdivision Regulations.
A preliminary plat creating 4 lots was previously submitted to the city council on
May 7, 2018 for this property. At that time the applicant requested variances
from Chapter 28.3 (waiving curb, gutter and sidewalks) and 28.4 (waiving the
width to length ratio of the Kalispell Subdivision thus allowing slightly longer lots
than would normally be approved). Both variance requests were denied and
accordingly, the preliminary plat failed. This proposal also contained a request for
a zone change to RA-1. The Planning Board amended the request suggesting R-4
Two Family Residential. The City council ultimately denied the zone change
request as well. The applicant is now submitting a request to create 4 single
family lots along with a common area. No variances are being requested.
A. Petitioner and Owners: Jeremy Peterson
P.O. Box 8271
Kalispell, MT 59901
Technical Assistance: Sands Surveying
2 Village Loop
Kalispell, MT 59901
B. Location and Legal Description of Property: The property is located at
435 College Avenue and can be legally described as Parcel B of Certificate of
Survey 2652 and Tract 1 of Certificate of Survey 3235 in Section 17,
Township 28N, Range 21W, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana.
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C. Size: Land in lots -
.709 acres
Common area -
.254 acres
Land in streets -
.047 acres
TOTAL AREA -
1.01 acres
D. Existing Land Use and Zoning: Proposed lots 2-4 are vacant. Proposed
lot 1 contains a small single family house and outbuildings. The subject
property is currently zoned R-3 (Residential). The Kalispell Zoning
Regulations state that the intent of the R-3 zoning district is "to provide
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."
E. Adjacent Land Uses:
North: Single-family residences, townhouses, condos, Mobile Home Park
East: Single-family residence
South: Vacant land
West: Single-family home and City Park
F. Adjacent Zoning:
North: RA-1
East: R-3
South: R-3
West: R-3
G. General Land Use Character: The character of the neighborhood is
residential/mixed density. There are two unit townhomes, four unit
condominiums, a 30-unit manufactured home park and single-family
homes all in the immediate vicinity. The higher density developments are to
the north of the subject property and the single-family residences are
primarily to the southeast along Sylvan Drive. The subject property is
located at the transition point between the two development patterns.
H. Utilities and Public Services:
Sewer:
City sewer
Water:
City water
Refuse:
City collection services
Electricity:
Flathead Electric Cooperative
Telephone:
CenturyLink
Schools:
Kalispell School District #5 - Hedges Elementary
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Fire: Kalispell Fire Department
Police: Kalispell Police Department
1. REVIEW AND FINDINGS OF FACT FOR THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF
SOUTHSIDE ESTATES - PHASE 2 SUBDIVISION
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 Fire Code and have access which meets city standards. The
property 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.
Flooding: Flood Insurance Rate Map, panel number 30029C 1810J shows
the entire subdivision to be outside of the 100-year floodplain.
Access: Access is provided by College Avenue, an improved local street that
is not constructed to city standards. College Avenue connects to Sylvan
Drive to the east and Conrad Drive to the north, which provides further
access into the neighboring transportation network, including the
downtown. The proposed subdivision would require that the entire frontage
along this subdivision will be widened with curb and sidewalks. This will
help channel and focus the intersection of College Avenue with Sylvan
Drive.
B. Effects on Wildlife and Wildlife Habitat: There are no known big game
wintering ranges, migration routes, nesting areas, wetlands, or important
habitat for rare or endangered species per the Kalispell Growth Policy
environmental considerations maps. The property is not considered suitable
habitat for other significant wildlife since the subject property is within an
urban area.
C. Effects on the Natural Environment:
The subject property exists in an established residential area of Kalispell.
The site is level and is not in or near a designated 100-year floodplain per
Flood Insurance Rate Map Number 30029C 1810J, nor is it subject to slope
failure, subsidence, or severe erosion. The subdivision will be served by
City of Kalispell water and sewer minimizing impacts to groundwater.
Impacts to the natural environment are not expected to occur as a result of
this minor subdivision.
D. Effects on Local Services:
Water: Water service to the subdivision would be provided by the City of
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Kalispell from an existing water main located within College Avenue that
the developer would extend services south into the subdivision. The water
system for the subdivision will be reviewed and approved by the Kalispell
Public Works Department and Kalispell Fire Department as part of the
development of the subdivision. There is adequate capacity within the city's
water system to accommodate this development.
Sewer: Sewer service will be provided by the City of Kalispell with an
extension of an existing sanitary sewer main located within College Avenue
that the developer would extend services south into the subdivision. 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 prior to final plat approval. There is adequate capacity within
the city's sewer system to accommodate this development.
Roads: The subdivisions main entrance will be off of College Avenue, which
abuts the property on its northern property line. College Avenue only has a
40 feet right-of-way, while minimum standards for a local street is 60 foot
R/W. Accordingly, staff has added a condition that an additional 10 feet of
future road right-of-way be dedicated to the city along the subdivision
frontage so that there would be adequate room to install the necessary
improvements. Lastly, College Avenue will be constructed to city standards
and would include curb, gutter, sidewalks and landscaped boulevards
along the property frontage of the subdivision.
Schools: This site is within the boundaries of School District #5. Minimal
impacts to the district may be anticipated from the proposed subdivision.
Based on city averages, typically 2 school age children (K-12) would reside
in the subdivision. Section 76-3-608(1) 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.
Parks: The developer is proposing a .254 acre common area along the entire
rear of the subdivision. The developer is doing this both to comply with the
.03 acre per lot park land dedication and to allow the creation of lots that
comply with the 3:1 maximum length to width ratio.
Police Protection: The property is served by the Kalispell Police Department.
It is not anticipated that this subdivision will significantly impact the
service provided by the Police Department.
Fire Protection: Fire protection services will be provided by the Kalispell Fire
Department. The site is within 3/4 mile of a fire station. The subdivision will
be required to comply with the International Fire Code.
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Refuse Disposal: Solid waste disposal will be provided by the City of
Kalispell. No significant increased impacts are anticipated as a result of the
proposed subdivision.
Medical Services: Ambulance service is available from the fire department
and ALERT helicopter service. Kalispell Regional Medical Center is
approximately 2.5 miles from the site.
E. Effects on Agriculture and agricultural water user facilities: The subject
property is in an urbanized area located within city limits, and adjacent to
city water and sewer. Although the property is designated prime farmland,
there will be no impact to agriculture facilities in this case, as the property
has not been used for agriculture and is surrounded by development to the
north, south, east and west. No impact to water user facilities are
anticipated since the property will be served by a public water system.
F. Relation to the Kalispell Growth Policy: The Kalispell Growth Policy
Future Land Use Map designates this area as Urban Residential
development, which anticipates a mix of primarily single-family and duplex
dwellings with a density of 3-12 dwelling units per acre. The density at four
units per acre and single family nature of the proposed subdivision is in
compliance with the existing neighborhood pattern and the growth policy.
G. Compliance with Zoning: The property is located within the R-3 Zoning
District. The Kalispell Zoning Ordinance describes the intent of this
districts as:
The R-3 Zoning District "provides 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 subdivision as proposed complies with this.
H. Compliance with the Kalispell Subdivision Regulations: This
subdivision request complies with provisions of the Kalispell Subdivision
Regulations. No variances are requested or needed.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Kalispell City Council adopt staff report KPP-18-08 as
findings of fact and approve the Peterson preliminary plat, subject to the
conditions listed below:
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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 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. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. The developer shall submit the street design to the Kalispell Public Works
Department for review and approval prior to construction.
7. That part of College Avenue adjacent to the subdivision shall be upgraded to
an urban standard in accordance with the City of Kalispell Construction and
Design Standards the length of the property. Upgrades include curb and
gutter, sidewalk street trees and boulevard.
8. A 10' road reserve shall be dedicated to the City of Kalispell along College
Avenue the entire length of the subdivision.
9. The lot length shall be a maximum of 150 feet.
10. A letter from the Kalispell Public Works Department shall be submitted
stating that all new infrastructure has been accepted by the City of
Kalispell or a proper bond has been accepted for unfinished work.
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11. 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.
12. 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
13. 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.
14. A letter shall be obtained from the Kalispell 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. 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.
15. A homeowner's association (HOA) shall be formed and established for the
common area prior to final plat.
16. A minimum of two-thirds of the necessary infrastructure for the subdivision
shall be completed prior to final plat submittal.
17. All utilities shall be installed underground.
18. All areas disturbed during development shall be re -vegetated with a weed -
free mix immediately after development.
19. Basements are prohibited within the subdivision due to high groundwater.
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20. Foundation drains and emergency sump pumps shall be installed at all
residences that contain a crawl space.
Planning Department
201 Ist Avenue East
Kalispell, MT 59901
Phone: (406) 758-7940
Fax: (406) 758-7739
www. kalispell. com / planning
MINOR SUBDIVISION PRELIMINARY PLAT APPLICATION
FEE SCHEDULE: FEE ATTACHED: $1,100.00
Minor Subdivision ... (5 or fewer lots) $400 + $125/lot
Mobile Home Parks & Campgrounds $400 + $125 / space
(5 or fewer spaces - land is not subdivided)
Amended Preliminary Plat
Amendment to Conditions Only $400 base fee
Re -configured Proposed Lots Base fee plus $40/lot
Add Additional Lots or Sublots Base fee plus $125/lot
Subdivision Variance $100 (per variance)
Commercial Subdivisions $1000 + $125 / lot
SUBDIVISION NAME: Peterson Acre
OWNER (S) OF RECORD:
Name Jeremy and Jeanette Peterson Phone (406)890-0331
Mailing Address P.O. Box 8271
City Kalispell State MT Zip 59901
TECHNICAL/PROFESSIONAL PARTICIPANTS (Surveyor/Designer/Engineer, etc.):
Name & Address Sands Surveying, Inc, Attn: Eric H. Mulcah
2 Village Loop
Kalispell, MT 59901
Name & Address Territorial Landworks Inc Attn: Nathan Lucke
2858 US 93 S
Kalispell, MT 59901
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY:
City/County: City of Kalispell
Street Address 435 College Ave
Assessor's Tract No.(s) 2EA Lot No(s)
1/4 Sec NE4NW4 Section 17 Township 28N Range 21W
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF SUBDIVISION:
Number of Lots or Rental Spaces 4 Total Acreage in Subdivision 1.010 ac
Total Acreage in Lots 0.709 Minimum Size of Lots or Spaces 0.173 ac
Total Acreage in Streets or Roads 0.047 ac Maximum Size of Lots or Spaces 0.190
Total Acreage in Parks, Open Spaces and/or Common Areas 0.254
PROPOSED USE(S) AND NUMBER OF ASSOCIATED LOTS/ SPACES:
Single Family 4 Townhouse Mobile Home Park
Duplex
Commercial
Condominium
Apartment
Industrial
Multi -Family
Recreational Vehicle Park
Planned Unit Development
Other
APPLICABLE ZONING DESIGNATION & DISTRICT R-3
ESTIMATE OF MARKET VALUE BEFORE IMPROVEMENTS $75,000.00
IMPROVEMENTS TO BE PROVIDED:
Roads:Gravel Paved X Curb Gutter Sidewalks Alleys _Other -
Water System: Individual Multiple User - Neighborhood Public X Other
Sewer System: Individual Multiple User Neighborhood Public X Other
Other Utilities: Cable TV X Telephone X ElectricX Gas X Other
Solid Waste: Home Pick Up X Central Storage Contract Hauler Owner Haul
Mail Delivery: Central X Individual School District: Kalispell
Fire Protection: Hydrants X Tanker Recharge _ Fire District: Kalispell
Drainage System: On -Site
PROPOSED EROSION/ SEDIMENTATION CONTROL: As Needed
VARIANCES: ARE ANY VARIANCES REQUESTED? No (yes/no) If yes,
please complete the information below:
SECTION/ REGULATION OF REGULATIONS CREATING HARDSHIP: N/A
EXPLAIN THE HARDSHIP THAT WOULD BE CREATED WITH STRICT COMPLIANCE
OF REGULATIONS:
PROPOSED ALTERNATIVE(S) TO STRICT COMPLIANCES WITH ABOVE
REGULATIONS:
PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN THE SPACES PROVIDED
BELOW:
Will the granting of the variance be detrimental to the public health, safety or
general welfare or injurious to other adjoining properties)
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2. Will the variance cause a substantial increase in public costs?
3. Will the variance affect, in any manner, the provisions of any adopted zoning
regulations or Master Plan?
4. Are there special circumstances related to the physical characteristics of the
site (topography, shape, etc.) that create the hardship?
5. What other conditions are unique to this property that create the need for a
variance?
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APPLICATION CONTENTS:
The subdivider shall submit a complete application addressing items below to the
Kalispell Planning Department at least thirty five (35) calendar days prior to the date
of the Kalispell City Council meeting at which it will be considered, unless other
arrangements have been made with the planning staff.
Submittals shall include:
1. Preliminary plat application.
2. 5 copies of the preliminary plat.
3. Electronic copy of the plat.
4. One reproducible set of supplemental information. (See Appendix A of
Subdivision Regulations for the city where the subdivision is proposed.)
5. One reduced copy of the preliminary plat not to exceed I I" x 17" in size.
6. A bona fide legal description of the subject property and a map showing
the location and boundaries of the property.
7. Application fee
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury and the laws of the State of Montana that the
information submitted herein, on all other submitted forms, documents, plans or any
other information submitted as a part of this application, to be true, complete, and
accurate to the best of my knowledge. Should any information or representation
submitted in connection with this application be untrue, I understand that any
approval based thereon may be rescinded, and other appropriate action taken. The
signing of this application signifies approval for the Kalispell Planning staff to be
present on the property for routine monitoring and inspection during the approval
and development process.
(Applicant) (Date)
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