Agenda - Planning Commission - 07/28/2022

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Commissioner Gengler stated that she would be interested in talking about lighting and would like to see more information on nonconformities. She agreed that the topics on the list are all good. Commissioner Anderson agreed and liked the suggestion of tackling one or two topics at a time. Planning Manager Larson welcomed any additional comments the Commission may think of between meetings that they would like to discuss. He noted that the list were some ideas from staff. He noted that there would also be proposed reorganization to make the Code more user friendly, such as consolidating all permit application information into one area. Commissioner Anderson stated that he would be interested in what could be done to ensure Highway 10 does not turn into a corridor of signage. Chairperson Bauer commented that this is an excellent idea and Planning Manager Larson has an impressive background with a lot of experience that will be helpful in this process. He thanked Planning Manager Larson for taking on this task and suggested he develop the plan for tackling this issue. He agreed with the approach of using 30 minutes or so of each meeting to review one or two topics. He suggested reviewing issues that have had multiple variances to determine if a change to the Code would be appropriate. Planning Manager Larson commented that they would also be doing a public engagement survey to gather input. Commissioner VanScoy referenced the subdistricts of the COR and asked if there could be clarification on the zoning for the section of the COR west of Armstrong. City Administrator Hagen stated that part of this is following the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan to ensure the zoning and guidance match throughout the community. Commissioner VanScoy did not believe the City has been consistent in applying the COR framework towards applications and would like to see that addressed. Planning Manager Larson stated that if the Commission were interested in gaining input on other topics or entities, such as the purpose of the LRRWMO, perhaps presentations could be provided on those things as well. Chairperson Bauer recognized that there are other agencies that have approval authority over certain issues, such as water management in the case of the LRRWMO. He stated that the Commission then places contingencies, but those issues are dealt with by the other entity and therefore perhaps it would make sense to better understand those review processes. Planning Manager Larson thanked the Commission for their input and noted that they will begin to bring topics forward but recognized that this process will take a while to complete. Commissioner Anderson suggested that staff begin with an issue that causes time delays for staff. Planning Commission/ June 23, 2022 Page 18 of 19