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TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Planning Commission
DATE: April 21, 2016
SUBJECT:
An Ordinance Granting Revisions to the Special Use Permit for a Parking Lot expansion on the Property located at 941-951 and 971-981 Old Indian Trail (Aurora Properties, LLC - 16-00248 / AU16/1-14.200-Su/PD/R/Fpn - ES - Ward 6)
PURPOSE:
The petitioner is requesting a revision to the existing Special Use permit to expand the parking lot for the apartment complex to accommodate 22 additional spaces.
BACKGROUND:
The Indian Meadows apartment complex was constructed in 1972. The property was granted R-5(S) zoning with a Special Use Planned Development approved on November 24, 1970 with Ordinance Number O1970-4148. It consists of two apartment buildings with 57 total units. To the west, south and east are single family homes, and to the north across Indian Trail Road are duplexes. There are currently approximately 81 parking spaces on the site. The petitioner wishes to add 22 parking spaces on the west end of the property, making 103 spaces. In addition, curb and gutter will be installed along the frontage of Old Indian Trail.
DISCUSSION:
Staff has reviewed the Special Use / Planned Development Revision petition and have determined that it meets the applicable codes and ordinances. The petitioner indicates that several of the units have 2 vehicles, and adding the parking lot will help reduce congestion on the neighboring streets. In addition, the improvements to Old Indian Trail will keep cars from parking or driving onto the parkway.
POLICIES AND GUIDELINES :
11.1(3) To encourage new development contiguous to existing development
14.1(4) To encourage quality site design throughout the City.
14.1(5) To provide for the visual enhancement of the City through attractive landscaping, quality signage and diverse building design and arrangement.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
The Planning Commission would recommend APPROVAL of the Special Use ...
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