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Agenda 10/01/2009 çcITvoFl7 ■ ■ Spokane Valley Planning Commission Agenda n ne 1X17 Crn �� in Council Chambers, r 1707 E. Sprague Ave. Valle y Oct 1, 2009 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. I. CALL TO ORDER II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. ROLL CALL IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: VI. PUBLIC COMMENT: On any subject that is not on the agenda VII. COMMISSION REPORTS VIII. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT IX. COMMISSION BUSINESS OLD BUSINESS: NONE NEW BUSINESS: STUDY SESSION, CODE AMENDMENT -MIKE BASINGER X. FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER XI. ADJOURNMENT COMMISSIONERS CITY STAFF JOHN G. CARROLL, CHAIR KATHY MCCLUNG, CD DIRECTOR CRAIG EGGLESTON GREG MCCORMICK, PLANNING MGR, AICP JOE MANN SCOTT KUHTA, SR. LONG RANGE PLANNER, AICP MARCIA SANDS, VICE CHAIR MIKE BASINGER, SENIOR PLANNER, AICP ART SHARPE CARY DRISKELL, DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY TOM TOWEY DEANNA GRIFFITH, ADMIN WWW.SPOKANE VALLEY.CRG CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY Request for Planning Commission Review Meeting Date: October 1, 2009 Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ❑ new business ❑ public hearing ® information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation FILE NUMBER: CTA-05-09 AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Study Session—Amendment to SVMC DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: A proposed text amendment to the Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) providing density incentives for developments that include an affordable housing component in the Multifamily Medium Density Residential District (MF-1) and the Multifamily High Density Residential District (MF-2) zones. GOVERNING LEGISLATION: SVMC 19.30.040 development regulation text amendments PREVIOUS ACTION TAKEN: None BACKGROUND: In 2006, the City of Spokane Valley adopted their first Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan includes several policies and goals regarding affordable housing. Policy HP-1.3 of the Comprehensive Plan calls for development regulations and incentives that encourage greater diversity of housing types, costs, and designs that may include bonus incentives, clustering, and transfer development rights. The intent of the proposed text amendment is to develop regulations that promote affordable housing in the MF-1 and MF-2 zoning classifications by allowing density bonuses in exchange for the inclusion of affordable housing units within the development. Staff is currently working with Northeast Washington Housing Solutions, and the applicant's representatives to develop a regulation that provides density incentives to encourage affordable housing and criteria to ensure the project is well designed and has additional amenities that contribute to the quality of life for the residents. APPROVAL CRITERIA: Section 17.80.150(6) of the Spokane Valley Municipal Code provides approval criteria for text amendments to the Spokane Valley Municipal Code. The criterion stipulates that the proposed amendment(s) must be consistent with the applicable provisions of the Comprehensive Plan and bear a substantial relation to the public health, safety, welfare, and protection of the environment. RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission hold a Public Hearing for the proposed text amendment. STAFF CONTACT: Mike Basinger, AICP, Senior Planner ATTACHMENTS: Exhibit 1: Application Materials 1 of 1 Department of Community Development jVat , Planning Division Multi-family Residential Density Bonuses For the purpose of housing affordability October I,2009 CTA-05-09 Department of Community Development Spokane { j\a le),4000.; Planning Division Background Questions • What is housing affordability? • What is the need for affordable housing? • How much affordable housing does Spokane Valley have? • How was the existing density determined? October I,2009 CT;\-OS-O0 1 Department of Community Development 9 Planning Division Policy Questions • What does the community need to support additional density for affordable housing? • Is the additional density enough or should the developer be required to add additional amenities like design elements and open space? October I,2009 CTA-05-09 /� Department of Community Development jMilk.el' Planning Division CTA-05-09 Amendment to the SVMC October 1, 2009 Mike Basinger,Senior Planner October I,2009 CTA-05-09 2 Department of Community Development Planning Division Purchasing a home in Spokane County $250,000 SC Median Family(4)Income$60,200 250 x200,000 i 200 SC 158 a I 63%of income $150,000 • 150 o I m x v $100,000 *100 D i $50,000 i 50 75Y increase 2001 ' 2009 $0 I It . , k : i i . t 1 ~ 0 Quarter Median Home Price,Spokane County • Affordability Index,Spokane County • Affordability Index,Washington State Source'Community Indicators • Department of Community Development s1 v tnc j�alk Planning Division Renting in Spokane County 75.0% T,• 50.0% .011111111111111111111.11"...-4111 T 25.0% 0.0% 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Year • United States 50%of the renters in SC spend 30%or more on rent • Washington State • Spokane County October I,2009 CTA-05-0') Source:Community Indicators 3 sookan� Department of Community Development j�all Planning Division Affordable Housing Policy Framework • GMA — Requires a housing element in Comp Plan 0 — Encourage variety of housing options 0 — Allow smaller lots 0 — Provide density bonuses for affordable housing — Encourage infill development Q — Allow for MU development Q • CWPP consistent w/ GMA October I,2009 CTA-05-09 sp6kan Department of Community Development jl�. Planning Division COSV Comp Plan HP-1.3 Establish development regulations and incentives for greater diversity of housing types, costs and designs, that may include bonus incentives, clustering, and transfer of development rights October I,2009 CTA-05-09 4 , " Department of Community Development �- j�` Planning Division Applicability J i — - 4 1111 ± ,\`JJ --- � F tk— Zones CMU MU MF-1 MF-2 October I,2009 CTA-05-09 SPol nen Department of Community Development Planning Division Density Calculations % of Median Income Bonus Density (MF-2) $60,200 40% ($24,080) 40% (30.8 units/acre) $11 an hour 5 affordable units 50% ($30,100) 30% (28.6 units/acre) $14.50 an hour 60% ($36,120) 20% (26.4 units/acre) $17 an hour October I,2009 CTA-05-09 5 Sookar� Department of Community Development Planning Division Wages per Sector 'GVii Manufacturing 20 au __�—.. --- Government Health Care Retail Clerks • ro CO• !:CU • r •+n.Y/ainngton SM. 4.30,Car•and So[13125tIV,II4..Sr oaane 041444 • 14r an.C31.and SCC,S 4::nnno•.•5asvyran CII. • Re'vITne•.Spot as.•Cetarta • R en ITT.W.Naannylon SOU Ma.uta[lurny Speaane Coonr, IJrnvn[twn5.Na:Mf pian Stye • Gavernnex Spaa:ne Curr[ October I,2009 CTA-05-09 Department of Community Development Planning Division Additional Density Increase in Exchange for Amenities • Benches and fountain—additional 5% • Playground apparatus—additional 10% • Sport Court—additional 10% • Indoor Recreational Facility—additional 20% • Other amenities approved by Director—not to exceed 10% Note: overall density shall not exceed 60% • MF -2 development — 22 units with 60% increase=35.2 units October I,2009 CTA-05-09 6 Department of Community Development demo SiljCl Planning Division Design Criteria Make use of site characteristics — Trees, creeks, riparian zones, etc. • Emphasize natural topography • Requires design continuity • Promotes a safe environment • Emphasizes pedestrian paths October 1,2009 CTA-05-09 Spoli" a/�� Department of Community Development jvammirar lk Planning Division Questions? October 1,2009 C A-nS-cry 7 D LT HUME Land Use Planning Services 9101 N. MT. VIEW LANE Spokane, WA 99218 509-435-3108 (V) 509-467-0229 (F) 07-22-09 Mike Basinger, Senior Planner Community Development Department, Planning Division E. 11707 Sprague Avenue Suite 106 Spokane Valley, WA 99206 Ref Proposed text amendment to Chapter 19 Spokane Valley Municipal Code Dear Mike: Pursuant to the Growth Management Act ("GMA") the City of Spokane Valley ("the City") as part of its Comprehensive Land Use Plan ("Comprehensive Plan") adopted Chapter 5 relating to the housing. Chapter 5 of the Comprehensive Plan analyzed the existing housing needs of the City, and as required by the GMA, discussed the need for and, the criteria for affordable housing within the City itself. Section 5.2.3 discussed in detail, the issue of housing affordability and, the issue of realistically achieving those goals. With respect to the low density residential zones, the City chose to implement the requirement for affordable housing by permitting Accessory Dwelling Units ("ADU") to exist in the lower density residential zones. SVMC 19.40.100A(a)(1-5) states that ADUs are a means to achieve affordable housing which, among other things do protect neighborhood stability, property values, and single family appearance of neighborhoods by adhering to certain performance standards and conditions. All ADUs are required to preserve the character of existing development as stated in SVMC 19.40.030-060. What the City does not provide, however, is for affordable housing to exist in either new and/or existing multi family zones, i.e., medium density CM-1") or high density ("M-2") within the City. Accordingly, this proposed text amendment will only address density incentives within either the M-1 or the M-2 zone, in order to encourage the construction of affordable housing in those areas. It is the intent of the amendment, to provide for affordable housing by allowing the development of bonus densities in either the M-1 or M-2 zones for housing which is designed to meet the standards for affordable housing pursuant to the City Comprehensive Plan. It is not the intent of the text amendment to add another layer of monitoring to the City, but rather it is the intent that the development of affordable housing can take place where various Federal and/or State housing assistance programs are in place to develop a suitable housing stock for low to moderate income families. Accordingly, we ask the City to consider the attached amendments to the Spokane City of the Valley Zoning Code which allows for an increase from density through the "bonus density"vehicle in the M-1 and M-2 zones.0Re ._ ully Submitted, e 1741( t-e..._______-----/ 0wight� Hu -, agent Land Use Planning Services Enclosure: Application Fee Text Amendment and application form SEPA Checklist PART II — CODE AMENDMENT REQUEST Please either type or write the requested code amendment (s) below. For all code amendment proposals please underline proposed new language and strikey proposed revisions or deletions. Please use additional sheets of paper if necessary.) SEE ATTACHED Rev 04/08 2 CITY OF SPOKANE 1LLEY r Staff Use Only) 1Vui1[I' CommDgpDepartment ‘, 0117 Current Planninunityev Divisionelopent DATE SUBMITTED: 1-11:1)[O° RECEIVED BY: ML-- 11707 East Sprague Avenue, Suite 106 Spokane Valley, WA 99206 FILE NO./NAME: C_ 4 OS—O� Tel: (509) 921-1000 OR CO 2."7—; Fax: (509) 921-1008 (�plannino©sookanevallev.orq CURRENT PLANNING FEE: ENGINEERING FEE: CODE AMENDMENT APPLICATION E-: .aS. Fr—R\fI I PART I —APPLICATION TYPE 3 afj (Check One) SPOKANE VAI [=y DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT X Zoning Code Amendment 0 Subdivision Code Amendment 0 Other (List Code): PART II —APPLICATION INFORMATION APPLICANT: DWIGHT J HUME MAILING ADDRESS: 9101 N MT. VIEW LANE CITY: SPOKANE STATE: WA ZIP: _ 99218 PHONE: (HOME) (WORK) (CELL) 509-435-3108 SECTION (S) OF CODE TO BE AMENDED(GIVE CODE CITATIONS): 19.40.070, 080,AND ADD A NEW SECTION 19.40.1 15 AFFORDABLE HOUSING, AMEND TABLE 19.40-1 (HEIGHT IN M-1 AND M-2 ZONES AND ADD A NEW TABLE 19.40-1A SUMMARY OF REQUESTED CODE AMENDMENT(S): Change the density within the M-1 and M-2 Zones by a maximum of 50% with additional bonus units for on site amenities. REASON (S) FOR REQUESTED CODE AMENDMENTS: TO IMPLEMENT THE MANDATES OF CHAPTER 5 HOUSING OF THE ADOPTED GMA PLAN GOALS AND POLICIES CONCERNING PROVIISONS FOR HOUSING OF LOW-INCOME FAMILIES AND PERSONS OF SPECIAL NEEDS. Rev 04/08 1 PART III APPLICANT SIGNATURE I, 2i-J/ q icif— Alum �- , (print name) SWEAR OR AFFIRM THAT THE ABOVE RESPONSES ARE MADE TRUTHFULLY AND TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE. ill° Ae ....,. Z4,,,...Oge.- 7-...2-3- , ,, / (Sign e) (Date) NOTARY (For Part 1111 above) STATE OF WASHINGTON ) ss: COUNTY OF SPOKANE ) 2 SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me this f J day of ,.(j.i\\I , 20(9 I l NOTARY SEAL __ , rQ\AD.,_ c ) NOTAR) 'S ATURE i Notary ublic in and for the State of Washington v.. il:1;411 eR 14;i Residing at: -=:%sx '� i "biz:I %, (--,-----100\I-NcU10„ti r,:.,��Q;\,, \ �1 r- . 7..7. . ,, ,_ 0'04 t1 My appointment expires: 9 Y 1 �� .. t;,,`N,,1.,.,.,,,,-' ''.'C``'. `moi 1ti L., 0 ,4r .n'' '.-N`` t‘,\,„,\1111 •ri, 0 rrj_ s0 - y� .- i .;. .a. C, a \� w Rev 04/08 3 SPOKANE VALLEY ZONING CODE AMENDMENT RE: AFFORDABLE HOUSING Chapter 19.40 shall be modified as follows: 19.40.070 MF-i —Medium Density Multifamily Residential district. The Medium Density Multifamily Residential (MF-1) designation represents an opportunity to provide a range of housing types to accommodate anticipated residential growth. The increase in population, decline in average family size, and increased cost of single-family homes have created increased demand for new housing types. Multifamily residential zones with densities not to exceed 12 unit per acre * - should be used as transitional zoning between higher intensity land uses such as commercial and office to lower density single-family neighborhoods. Additionally,medium density residential areas should be located near services and high capacity transit facilities or transit routes. (Ord.07-015 § 4, 2007).* The density may be increased to 18 units per acre if said additional units are provided as affordable housing units pursuant to 19.40.115 below. Additional bonus density may be added for site plan improvements pursuant to Table 1-A Chapter 19.40.080 shall be modified as follows: 19.40.080 MF-2—High Density Multifamily Residential district. The High Density Multifamily Residential (MF-2) designation represents an opportunity to provide a range of housing types to accommodate anticipated residential growth with densities not to exceed 22 units per acre*. Multifamily residential zones should be used as transitional zoning between higher intensity land uses, such as commercial and office, to medium and lower density single-family neighborhoods. High density residential areas should be located near services and high capacity transit facilities or transit routes. (Ord. 07-015 § 4, 2007).* The density may be increased to 33 units per acre if said additional units are provided as affordable housing units pursuant to 19.40.115 below. A new section is added to Chapter 19.40: 19.40.115 Affordable Housing Units: 19.40.115 A, Purpose: Affordable Housing Units (AHU's) are permitted as ADU's in the low density single-family zones pursuant to SVMC 19.40.100 and within the M-1 and M-2 zones pursuant to SVMC 19.40.070-080 by utilizing the provisions of bonus densities. This enables the City to implement some of the applicable goals and policies of the adopted comprehensive plan Chapter 5 Housing as it pertains to the need for affordable housing stock within the city limits. AHU's are intended for families whose income is at or below 80%of medium income for the City of Spokane Valley. B. General provisions related to optional AHD's. 1) Rounding of Fractions in AHU calculations. In calculating the number of dwelling units that are permitted to be constructed, fractions of one-half or greater shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number. 2) Siting of AHD's. The AHU's constructed under the provisions of this chapter shall be included within the parcel of land for which the density bonus is granted. Segregation of affordable housing units from market rate housing units shall be avoided wherever practical. 3)Duration of Affordability: Prior to the issuance of a building permit for any portion of the project,the owner of the affected parcel(s) shall deliver to the City a duly executed covenant running with the land, in a form approved by the City Attorney identifying the units and/or parcels and acknowledging their obligation under this section so long as the project remains in an eligible Low Income Housing Program. 4) Construction of affordable units. When dwelling units subject to this chapter will be constructed in phases, or over a period of 12 months, a proportional amount of affordable housing units must be completed at or prior to the completion of the related market rate dwellings, or as approved by the director. 5) Phased Development. If a project is to be phased,the proportion of affordable housing units to be completed with each phase, shall be determined as part of the phasing plan approved by the director. 6)For purposes of this section the term"Low Income Housing Program" shall mean any housing project which is funded or managed in whole or in part by any Federal or State housing program designed to meet the needs of low income families. C. Review Process. A pre-application conference will be required for any land use application that includes a proposal for affordable housing bonus density. Change Table 19.40-1 Maximum Building Height in the M-1 and M-2 zones from 40 & 50 ft. to 50 and 60 ft. respectively. Not to exceed 10% of original bonus density Add Table 1A Affordable Housing Design Bonus On/At Site Pedestrian Transit Pick-up Station 5 units On site playground areas 2 units/1000 contiguous sf 3 and 4 bedroom affordable housing units 2 unit/10 Other site performance conditions per staff input X units. Deanna Griffith From: Margaret Mortz [mmortz@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, October 06, 2009 2:49 PM To: Deanna Griffith RECEIVED Cc: Mortz Subject: Re: SV Planning Commission Meeting 10-8-09 Follow Up Flag: Follow up OCT - 2009 Flag Status: Flagged SPOKANE VALL Y. DEPARTMENT F COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT To the Planning Commission: Please do not prohibit manufactured accessory dwellings. You would block the appropriate use of the HUD ECHO program. Appropriately designed portable manufactured housing should be considered a valid accessory dwelling. A blanket prohibition would prevent a valid method for providing in-home elder care and affordable housing for disabled people. HUD has a program called Elder Cottage Housing Opportunities (ECHO) "Elder Cottage Housing Opportunities (ECHO) are a specific model of accessory housing. A typical ECHO unit is a small manufactured home or cottage located on the property of a single family home that is owned by the older adult's children. " http://cpfoa-sta<ue.musk.usm.maine.edu/resources/le clthree.aspx'?sectionGUID=813488a4-d43c-41?4-bd2d- 45e73abl7c5c HUD HOME funds can be used for ECHO housing. " 92.258 Elder cottage housing opportunity (ECHO) units. (a) General. HOME funds may be used for the initial purchase and initial placement costs of elder cottage housing opportunity (ECHO) units that meet the requirements of this section, and that are small, free-standing, barrier-free, energy-efficient, removable, and designed to be installed adjacent to existing single-family dwellings." http://ecfr.gpoaccess.gov/cgi/t/te xt/text- idx?c=ecfr&sid=ae9e 1 b2353bc7a6eb3Ocbd40179718c7&rgn=div6&view=text&node=24:1.1.1.1.42.6&idno=2 4 AARP endorses the ECHO Cottages hap://w ww.aarp.org/fami lv/housing/arti cies/stave]oser.ht ml "ECHO is an ideal answer for many families. It allows older adults to get the support they need while all can stay independent in their own homes. It gives everyone the privacy they may desire. And the bonus? Because the ECHO unit is temporary, it can be removed when it is no longer needed. I propose that the commission does not prohibit manufactured accessory dwelling, but instead put in a statement that manufactured portable accessory dwellings should meet the standards of the HUD ECHO program. If you desire, I can provide more references and/or prepare a white paper. In the meantime, please do not block the ECHO program. 1 Sincerely, Margaret Mortz 3420 S. Ridgeview Dr. Spokane Valley WA 99026 mmortza L!mail.com On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 1:55 PM, Deanna Griffith<dgriffithispokanevallev.org>wrote: You may send me your comments and 1 \v i 11 make sure they are submitted as part of the record. dg From: Margaret Mortz[mailto:mmortzumai .com] Sent: Tuesday, October 06,2009 1:55 PM To: Deanna Griffith Subject: Re: SV Planning Commission Meeting 10-8-09 May I comment by email, or do I have to attend the meeting? Margaret On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 1:53 PM, Deanna Griffith <dgriffith@spokanevalley.org> wrote: The City of Spokane Valley Planning Commission will be holding its regular meeting on this Thursday 10-8- 09. On the agenda for this week's meeting are two public hearings and a request for recommendation. The first public hearing is regarding a batch of code amendments regarding title 19, Chapter 19.40.010 — State that cargo shipping containers and similar enclosures are not a permitted accessory structure in any residential zone. Chapter 19.20.06 - State that additions to nonconforming structures must meet current zoning setbacks. Chapter 19.40.100 — Remove language to clarify the size limits of Accessory Dwelling Units; add that a manufactured home cannot be an Accessory Dwelling Unit. Chapter 19.40.140 - State that a Home Occupation permit is required for any business person or entity engaging in a for-profit enterprise in a residence. Add and clarify examples of not allowed businesses including adding "small engine repair" to the list of definitions. Chapter 19.50— .050(G)2 Add the requirement that buildings must meet applicable building code requirements; .060(C)3 Active recreation areas are Community Development Director determined. Chapter 19.120 - Add Self Storage/mini storage to permitted uses in both the I-1 and I-2 zones. Planner Tavis Schmidt is taking the lead on these amendments, tschmicii a..spokanevalley.org 2 The second public hearing is regarding an amendment for A privately initiated text amendment to the SVMC providing density incentives for developments that include an affordable housing component in the Multifamily Medium Density Residential District(MF-1) and the Multifamily High Density Residential District(MF-2), Corridor Mixed Use (CMU), Mixed Use(MU), Mixed Use Avenue(MUA), City Center(CC)and Community Boulevard (CB) district zones. Mike Basinger is the lead on this project mbasinger4spokanevallev.org Thirdly staff is asking the Planning Commission to review and recommend to Council the proposed Public Participation Plan for the Shoreline Master Program update. If you have specific questions please contact lead planner Lori Barlow at Ibarlowiui.spokanevallev.or�g I am working to get these documents posted to the web as fast as I can, however if you are in need of anything in particular, please do not hesitate to let me know right away and I will email to you the documents you are looking for. • Sincerely, Deanna cr tfi Admin Assist, Community Development City of Spokane Valley 11707 E. Sprague Ave. Suite 106 Spokane Valley, WA 99206 509-688-0050, direct 509-921-1008, fax duiffith u,spokanevalley.org 3 Tavis Schmidt From: Mary Pollard [marjam17216@msn.com] Sent: Tuesday, October 06, 2009 11:35 PM To: Tavis Schmidt Subject: accessory structures not permitting manufactured homes. Public Comment on proposed changes. I would like to comment that manufactured homes should be a permitted accessory building because they provide affordable housing. Also, families with disabled family members would be able to provide housing more easily without the full expense of building, plans, etc. We need to ensure we are not making rules that create housing obstacles in a difficult economic time. Sincerely, Mary and James Pollard RECEIVED OCT - 8 2009 4POKANE VALLEY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 1