Agenda - Planning Commission - 09/05/2019

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Planning Intern Mohler replied that screening could be defined as trees, identifying mature pine trees on the property that would screen the barn addition from Traprock. He noted that the structure would be more visible from the Variolite side of the property. He noted that additional screening could be a consideration from the Commission and is not a recommendation made by staff. City Planner McGuire Brigl stated that staff is not concerned with the additional access and believe that it would be a good additional because of the wear on the grass in that area. She stated that this property would be allowed two driveways. She stated that one comment was received from a neighbor that expressed concern with the second driveway but noted that perhaps that is where additional screening could be appropriate. Community Development Director Gladhill replied that all cases that come before the Planning Commission are reviewed by a development group of staff which includes engineering. He noted that no additional concerns were expressed by engineering. Commissioner Anderson stated that it appears that there will be some excavation of the site on which the building will be constructed. He asked how far down that excavation would occur and if there would be concern with water levels. James Couch, the applicant, replied that he will be excavating about eight feet to the floor and nine feet to the bottom of the footings. Commissioner VanScoy asked if that would account for drainage, or whether there would be concern for the accessory building to have drainage problems. Mr. Couch replied that there would be 14.3 feet from the existing ground level to the road, therefore the land slopes away from the building. Commissioner VanScoy asked the height of the building. Mr. Couch stated that according to the regulations for accessory buildings and garages, on a property of his size he would be allowed two stories, which would be 20 feet plus roof. He stated that at the previous meeting there was a perception that was not accurate. He stated that as designed the average height would be 22 feet. Commissioner VanScoy asked the proposed finish of the building. He stated that he drove by the property and was impressed with the quality of the buildings on his property. Mr. Couch replied that the brick he has used in the past is no longer available and therefore is looking at cement fiber board or stamped cement, which would look as similar to the existing buildings as possible. Commissioner Woestehoff asked how the applicant would feel about adding additional tress on the Variolite side of the property. Planning Commission/ August 1, 2019 Page 8 of 11