HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-03/20/2017COUNCIL WORK SESSION
March 20, 2017
4:10 p.m.
Harold E. Getty Council Chambers
Members present: Morrissey, Powers, Lind, Amos, Schmitt, and Welper.
Absent: Jacobs
Moved by Schmitt seconded by Amos that the Agenda, as proposed, be approved.
Objective: Zoning Ordinance Amendment - Multiple Changes.
Aric Schroeder, City Planner, provided an overview of the proposed Zoning Ordinance
Amendment changes.
Mr. Lind questioned the definition of a slat.
Aric Schroeder explained slats and the reason for excluding them in the ordinance changes.
Objective: Amendment to the Code of Ordinances, adding a new Chapter 7, Parking in
Residential Areas, of Title 6, Motor Vehicles and Traffic.
Aric Schroeder provided an overview of the proposed ordinance. He noted that the ordinance
was previously proposed and voted down by council. This ordinance is essentially the same but
has grandfathering provisions for existing gravel and hard surface parking areas.
Mr. Welper questioned if Code Enforcement has been consulted regarding the changes.
Aric Schroeder explained that Code Enforcement preferred that gravel and hard surface areas are
not grandfathered in, as it would be difficult for them to enforce.
Mr. Lind questioned if illegal parking would be grandfathered.
Aric Schroeder explained that only the gravel and hard surface parking spaces would be
grandfathered in.
Mr. Lind questioned if this would allow someone to park a recreational vehicle for three days
each week.
Aric Schroeder explained that they would be open to further discussion and the premise of the
provision is to not allow permanent or semi-permanent parking of recreational vehicles in front
yards.
Mr. Lind questioned the definition of front yard as being both street frontages for corner lots.
Aric Schroeder explained that the zoning ordinance calls out narrow dimension street frontage
for front yard and depending on the facing of the yard determines the front yard, which would
impact parking.
Mr. Lind questioned if the city currently has a parking ordinance.
Aric Schroeder explained that a stand-alone residential parking ordinance is not currently in
force but parking requirements are listed in the zoning ordinance. The zoning ordinance does not
have restrictions on parking on grass and recreational vehicles.
Mr. Lind questioned if Ms. Jolly's driveway would be grandfathered into the ordinance.
Aric Schroeder explained that only that portion of Ms. Jolly's private property would be
grandfathered in. Any right-of-way is regulated under a separate ordinance.
Mr. Schmitt requested clarification on the definition of front yard.
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Aric Schroeder explained that the ordinance limits the surface type and size a driveway can be in
a front yard, from right of way to the house.
Mr. Schmitt commented that many RV owners rent storage from Fall to Spring. However from
Spring to Fall they want to park their RV's on their property so they can easily access their RV
during the regular camping season.
Aric Schroeder explained that it is difficult to write an ordinance that addresses all situations or
the value or look of a camper. He commented that they are open to suggestions and that it is
beneficial to have allowances for parking a camper in the front yard for five days then moving it
for two, but it also potentially puts the camper in place longer than is aesthetically pleasing.
Mr. Schmitt questioned if it is still illegal to live in a camper.
Aric Schroeder confirmed.
Aric Schroeder questioned if the ordinance applies to boats as well.
Aric Schroeder confirmed.
Mr. Schmitt questioned if this has to do with parking of vehicles on non -solid surfaces that
would be EPA oriented.
Aric Schroeder explained how the two issues are related.
Mr. Schmitt questioned if this would apply to auto dealers.
Aric Schroeder explained that the ordinance is only for residential parking.
Mr. Morrissey questioned instances when residents lay down gravel and park recreational
vehicles.
Aric Schroeder explained instances where this is addressed in the proposed ordinance.
Mr. Lind asked for clarification between cars and recreational vehicles.
Mr. Morrissey questioned if the ordinance addresses a resident laying down gravel on their
property for the purpose of parking.
Aric Schroeder explained the restrictions on the placement of and products used for the parking
surface.
Mr. Powers questioned instances where residents are working on hobby cars.
Aric Schroeder explained the provision for temporary parking.
Mr. Schmitt commented that he believes the public should have some time to review for a few
weeks.
With no further business before the Council, it was moved by Schmitt seconded by Powers that
the meeting be adjourned at 4:47 p.m. Ayes: Six. Motion carried.
Kelley Fel 1
City Clerk