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October 24, 1988
PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT:
Robert Badger, Chairman
Linda Martinez, Vice Chairman
Elmira Forner
Greg Greenstreet
Carol Stoner
Gabriella Uhlar-Heffner
Raymond Ward
PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT:
Anne Biteman, absent
Albert Haylor, excused
PLANNING STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
James P. Harris, Planning Director
Fred Satterstrom, Planning Manager
Carol Proud, Planner
Lois Ricketts, Recording Secretary � ;, �
APPROVAL OF PLANNING C=Ig"ON
MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 26. 1988
Commissioner Martinez MOVED that the minutes of' th September 26,
1988 Planning Commission meeting be approve& ,, , presented.
Commissioner Stoner SECONDED the motion. Motion carried.
Mr. Harris suggested that the November workshop, be changed to a
continuation of Central Business District Plan Axons�ents (Downtown
Kent) .
AMENDMENT TO SUBDIVISION CQ]a
Carol Proud .r
presented the proposed new section to
s Subdivision
Code regarding lot line adjustments which are currely exempt from
the provisions of the Subdivision Code. The ?1,44ning Director
currently approves or denies lot line adjustmentj( on Planning
Department policy rather than specific code requir ants. In order
to clarify lot line adjustments and to facilitate the review
process, the staff proposed the following ame }ents to the
Subdivision Code.
The words "providing for the modification of lot lines;" has been
added to the beginning paragraph.
A -code of the City of Kent, Washington providing for the. . .
variation and exception thereto in hardship Oases; providing
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for the modification of lot lines; . . .
Under Section 1.2 PURPOSE the words "or adjusting lot lines" has
been added. The section now reads:
The purpose of this code is to provide rules, regulations,
requirements, and standards, for subdividing land or adjusting
lot lines in the City of Kent. . .
Under Section 1.3 SCOPE "and to the modification of lot lines
between adjoining parcels" had been added. The paragraph would
read:
This code shall apply to the division of land for sale or
lease into two (2) or more parcels and to the modification of
lot lines between adjoining parcels.
Under SECTION 1.4 DEFINITIONS the following definition of lot line
adjustment has been added as Number 19:
LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT: A lot sine adjustment is the adjusting
of common property line(s) or boundaries between adjacent
lots, tracts, or parcels for the purpose of rectifying a
disputed property line location, freeing such a boundary from
any differences or discrepancies or accommodating a minor
transfer of land. The resulting adjustment shall not create
any additional lots, tracts or parcels and all reconfigured
lots, tracts or parcels skull contain sufficient area and
dimension to meet minimum requirements for zoning and building
purposes.
Under Number 27 Piggybagk or AccUmulative Short Subdivision the
words "application submittal" has been added. The last sentence
would read:
Ownership for purposes of this section shall mean ownership
as established at the application submittal date of the
initial short subdivision approval.
Under SECTION 1.5 STAM BMABLI GISLATION AS IT AFYUBS TO THIS
CODE add the words "adjusting lot lines." The paragraph would
read:
This code is in conformance Vith Chapter 58.17 of the Revised
Code of the State of Washington regulating platting,
subdivision, adjusting lot lines, and the dedication of land.
Under SECTION 1.8 EXCEPTIONS Num'! r 3 has been removed because the
provisions of the Subdivision Cod6 will apply if the changes are
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accepted.
The following four-step procedure for processing a lot line
adjustment application has been added:
Section r Subdivision - overview
of procedures
3) Lot Line Adjustment The general procedures for
processing applications for a lot line adjustment are as
follows:
a) The completed application is filed with the Planning
Department;
b) The application is reviewed by the Planning
Department staff;
c) The adjustment is either approved,' modified, or
denied by the Director and/or designee;
d) The approved lot line adjustment is recorded by the
applicant at King County Department of Assessments.
The following major additions proposed by staff clarify existing
policy.
Section 2.4 DETAILED PROCEDURES FOR LOT LINg ANUSTMENTS
Section 2.4.1 PurrRose
The purpose of a lot line adjustment is to accommodate
a minor transfer of, land between adjacent ,legally created
lots, to rectify a disputed property line location or to
clarify exempt parcel status (per RCW 58*17.040 (6) ) .
Section 2.4.2 PrinciRl2g of Acceptability
Lot line adjustments shall be consistent with the
following principles of acceptability:
1) Adjust lot lines including the elimination of a
common lot line in order to correct, property line
or setback encroachments;
2) Create better lot design, or improvo access;
3) Conform to applicable zoning, subdivision and other
code requirements pertaining to lot , sign, building
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location, and development standards;
4) Avoid creation of an additional lot parcel and
tract;
5) Lots created` or` ombined for tax purposes do not
constitute a legal lot of record.
Section 2.4 .3 Application ES-cruirements
1) Lot line adjustment applications shall be submitted
on forms supplied by the Planning Department and shall
include the following:
a) Four (4) copies of a legible map, drawn to
scale on a minimum 8 1/2" x 11" sheet of paper
showing when applicable:
(1) Existing lot lines
(2) Proposed new lot lines and distance it has
been mewed
(3) Adjacent streets
(4) Type, location and dimensions of existing
and/or proposed easements
(5) Existing structures and distance to
property lines
(6) Total ware footage of revised lots
(7) Ground, floor square footage of all
structures
(8) Location of on-site parking, landscaping,
and other significant site features
affected by the change
(9) Indicate north
(10) Identify parcels as Lot A. Lot B, etc.
b) The signature of all property owners having interest
in the lot lime adjustment, indicating approval of
the proposal;
c) A title report dbbumenting the ownership and title
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of all interested parties of ,;�hw; property and
listing all ,gpcumbrances;
d) A copy of the existing legal descrtion for both
parcels; '
e) A metes and bounds description oi,,t�� proposed new
lots if other than a platted lot. "
Section 2.4.4 Administrative R2yiew �
1) The Planning Department will review .'a approve this
proposed lot line adjustment within I -Ji 1.10) working
days of receiving a completed application.
2) Action: The Planning Director may, s. rove, approve
with modifications, or deny the applic '4*ion for a lot
line adjustment
a) Approval: If approved all f r ,,� (4) lot line
adjustment maps shall be stamp *approved" and
signed and dated by the Planning hector. The
applicant shall be notified in,,,, Ling of the
decision. Additional copies of :` the approval
notification and map shall be distributed to the
King County Assessor's Office and .the City of
Kent Property Management Departm&ht.,
b) Approval with„ Modifications) : If mod;ification(s)
are deemed necessary by the Planning"�#ector, they
may be added to the original lot liriedjustment map
or a revised ,pap may be required., ° �,T�g applicant
will be notified of any such modJti ion action.
If a modification of the oriajft lot line
adjustment map, legal description' , or other
information is necessary, the proj,*cted approval
date may be ,,extended.
c) Denial: If denied, the lot line', a 'ustment shall
be marked "Denied" and the applf&, ht shall be
notified in writing of the decision, stating the
reasons therefore.
2.4 .5 Final Recording ','
A lot line adjustment does not becoz6 '4ffoctive until
it is recorded with the King County,,, s spr I s Of fice.
It is the responsibility of the applidazjt''#o record the
approved map and new legal descriptions. A copy of the
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recorded documents -yball be submitted to the Planning
Department by the 'applicant.
The recording of `8L lot line adjustment does not
constitute a transfer of title. Separate deeds to this
effect must be recorded with the Assessor's Office and
are not subject to 'these provisions.
Under SECTION 2.2 DETAILF]2 EMCEDURES FOR , SHORT SUBDIVISIONS
Section 2 .2.2 Principles of Accggtability staff suggests that the
words "which comply with all previsions of the City of Kent Zoning
Code" be added and "with respect ,to zoning and" be eliminated. The
paragraph would read:
1) Create legal building sites which comply with all
provisions of the'City of Kent Zoning Code and health
regulations.
Section 2.2.4 Preliminary MAD R Jew staff suggests "one (1) week"
be changed to "ten (10) days." °;',The sentence would read:
The staff shall review ttiis map within ten (10) days and
inform applicant of any ob*ious concerns and recommendations
for revisions. . .
Discussion followed regarding oe transfer of title for lot line
adjustments.
Commissioner Stoner MOVED that,', he Planning Commission recommend
for adoption the Lot Line Adjustment additions to the Subdivision
Code and the two measures for the short plat portion of the code
which has been recommended by 'the Planning staff. Commissioner
Martinez SECONDED the motion. g6tion carried unanimously.
DOWNTOWN KENT PLAN (Central Bug1pess District Continued
Mr. Satterstrom referred to thA" six goals which were approved at
the last public hearing and felt that two meetings in November
would be helpful toward completing the Central Business District
Plan Update.
Harold Vaughn, 203 Madison Avehue, has a licensed photography
business at this location but is not allowed adequate signage. He
urged the Commission to zone the area for commercial/office/multi-
use purposes rather than for multifamily dwellings.
Chairman Badger admitted his lamer dated October 24, 1988 to the
record.
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Len McCaughan, 623 Titus, recently purchased a hom* in the area.
The Comprehensive Plan shows the area as commercial Mven though the
zoning is Multifamily. He expressed concern about^!,the Mixed Use
Office Multifamily designation which he felt is ,,v y , indefinite.
Commission Martinez MOVED that the Commission g4ppt the Chamber
Committee's Overall Goal and 'Goals 1-3 as followai
OVERALL GOAL: Provide for safe, efficient and identifiable
access to,and movement within tho planning area
by planned routes for pedestriaA and vehicular
traffic, recognizing the necess*ty, of relating
circulation to land-use and i associated
activities.
GOAL 1: Provide for safe and ef4ct t vehicular
traffic end other modes of''1#a�iportatlon to
and with, n the planning area;. ;}
GOAL 2: Provide for safe, effa#::� pedestrian
movements into and within tfae, 044ning area.
GOAL 3: Establish and maintain a c1psO coordination
between all state, regional,, sty, city and
private planning and constr�,n�Activities.
Commission Ward SECONDED the rAotion. Commissioned' Fgi=i r expressed
concern about implementing Goal 3. Motion carriead '* nimously.
Commissioner Greenstreet expressed concern about senior housing.
Commissioner Forner conveyed concern about the,, quality and
attractiveness of housing and environmental amenities in Kent.
Discussion followed.
Commissioner Forner MOVED that the Commission accept the Chamber's
Housing Goals and Policies 'Overall Goal substituting the word
"attractive" for the word" quality." Commissioner, S*oher, SECONDED
the motion which would state;
OVERALL GOAL: Acknowledge the importance ofi, creating and
maintaining sound, viablqk,I, , attractive,
residential neighborhoods withiq aa�d around the
planning area.
Motion carried unanimously.
Commissioner Stoner MOVED that the Planning Commission, adopt Goals
1, 2 and 3 as written by the Chamber Committee. Commissioner
Martinez SECONDED the motion.
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GOAL 1: Encourage a redevelopment and retention of
residential` area in and around the planning
area.
GOAL 2: Encourage a -high quality living environment
for residntial areas in and around the
planning area.
GOAL 3: Encourage p provision of housing units for
individualst ' and families of varied income
levels.
Motion carried unanimously.
The Overall Goal of the'Economic Goals and Policies was discussed.
Concern was communicated regarding the historical style of
buildings versus ' contemporary urban form of buildings.
Commissioner Martinez MOVED to table the discussion of the Economic
Goals and Policies until the next hearing. Commissioner Forner
SECONDED the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Commissioner Martinez MOVED to 'gontinue the hearing of the Downtown
Kent Plan to Monday, Novembet,'' 21, 1988. Commissioner Forner
SECONDED the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Chairman Badger adjourned the meting at 9:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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