Columbus, Georgia

PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING

March 17, 2004



A meeting of the Planning Advisory Commission was held Wednesday, March 17,

2004 in the Council Chambers on the Plaza Level of the Government Center.



Commissioners Present: Chairperson Brad Dodds, Vice Chairperson Berry

Henderson, Shep Mullin, Derrick Shields, Sharon Jamison, Michael Corradino,

Karl Douglass and Bob Crane.



Staff Members: Will Johnson, Zoning Administrator, and Tina Trant, Recorder.



Commissioners Absent: Rick McKnight



Others Present: Donna Cadena, Jack Cadena, Chris Meacham, Terrence Gumbert,

Don Bowles, Wanda Chappell, Edith West, Paul Steinwachs, Barbara Herndon, Mary

Humber, Gayle Humphries, Ron Hamlett, Rob McKenna, Ed Sprouse, Becca Hardin,

Ralph Kingery, Will White, Sid Dykes, Anthony Okeke, Paul Johnston, Larry

McCraine, Leah Cadoura, and Ed Adams.





I. CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Dodds called the meeting to order at 10:09 a.m.

Chairperson Dodds explained the rezoning process to the audience. Chairperson

Dodds stated that Alternate Mullin would be voting in place of Commissioner

McKnight.



II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The March 3, 2004 minutes were approved unanimously,

after changes were made. Commissioner Douglass made a motion to approve the

minutes. Commissioner Mullin seconded.



III. TABLED CASES:



1. ZC0402-5: A request to rezone the property located at 3924 & 3940 Reese

Road. The current zoning is R-1A (Low Density Residential) District. The

proposed zoning is R-2 (Low Density Residential) District. The property is to

be used as residential.



Don Bowles, Inc. Applicant



Chairperson Dodds stated that Alternate Crane would be voting in place of

Commissioner Corradino, who asked to abstain from this case.



Mr. Will Johnson read the Staff Report for this case. This case is consistent

with the future land-use map of the Comprehensive Plan (P. D. 7), which shows

Low Density Residential for this area. It is consistent with Residential

Policy Statement #3. It is compatible with existing land uses. The property

does not lie within a studied floodplain and floodway area. The developer will

need an approved drainage plan prior to issuance of a Site Development Permit.

It is served by all city services. It is not expected to have a negative

impact on the transportation network. It must meet the codes and regulations

of the Columbus Consolidated Government for residential usage. This development

(including 17 R-3B lots on Anglin Road approved last year) could average about

15 children of various ages. Elementary age students would attend Gentian

Elementary, which has 445 students (capacity is 500). Middle school age

students would attend Fort Middle, which has 569 students (capacity is 600).

High school age students would attend Hardaway High, which has 1,269 students

(capacity is 1,300). No buffer would be required. It is not in the Fort

Benning notification zone. Forty-one (41) property owners within 300? were

notified. The Planning Division did receive one comment in support of this

case. There are two conditions needed: 1) joint-use driveways shall be

required as determined by the City Traffic Engineer and 2) private property

turn-arounds shall be required as determined by the City Traffic Engineer so

that traffic can exit forward onto a public street where necessary.



Don Bowles, the applicant, came to the podium. He stated that the homes on

this property were built in the 1920s or 1930s. They will be torn down and he

plans to build 6 homes on this property. Since the last PAC Meeting, one of

these houses has been condemned. He has spoken to the neighbors and they have

no objections. The houses will be 1500 to 1600 sq. ft. with a two-car

garage, retailing around $140,000.



Chairperson Dodds asked for discussion and a motion. Vice-Chairperson

Henderson made a motion to conditionally approve this case based on the facts

that it is consistent with the future land use map of the Comprehensive Plan,

it is compatible with policy statements of the Comprehensive Plan, and it is

served by all city services. The recommended conditions are: 1) joint-use

driveways shall be required as determined by the City Traffic Engineer, and 2)

private property turn-arounds shall be required as determined by the City

Traffic Engineer so that traffic can exit forward onto a public street where

necessary. Commissioner Crane seconded. The motion was approved unanimously.



2. ZC0111-8: - A request to amend zoning conditions at the north side of Macon

Road (Miller Tract), approximately 3,950 feet west of Midland Road due to

changed circumstances, including, but not limited to, the transfer of certain

greenspace property from the Applicant to the City of Columbus.



Development Authority of Columbus, Inc., Applicant



Chairperson Dodds stated that Commissioner Corradino would vote for Alternate

Crane.



Mr. Will Johnson read the Staff Report for this case. This is a tabled case

that is coming back before the Commission. The southeastern portion of the

Miller Tract was rezoned in 2000. This portion of the property was

conditionally rezoned from A-1 (Agricultural) District to M-1 (Light

Manufacturing) District in Ordinance 00-36. The applicant has petitioned to

remove the buffer requirements of Condition #1, which pertain to the zoning

line that divides the property and which pertain to the western boundary that

abuts the M-2 zoning district. The applicant also requests to remove

Conditions #2 and #3, provided that a minimum of two means of ingress and

egress to-and-from Macon Road are provided. The applicant has proposed to

replace Conditions #1, #2, and #3 in its entirety and replace them. This

request will not have a negative impact on flooding / storm water run-off.

Traffic Engineering recommends that only two access points be allowed and that

all subdivided lots must be served internally with no direct access to Macon

Road (frontage road may be required). The conditions provided by the applicant

are: 1) a 200 foot buffer shall be provided adjacent to all property lines

except: (a) the southern property line adjacent to Macon Road, (b) the

Northwest property line contiguous to the property to the Northwest of the

subject property presently owned by the Applicant, and (c) along any property

line contiguous to other property presently zoned Manufacturing. Said Buffer

shall be 200 feet wide on the west side of the existing Lake on the Property,

2) two access points shall be permitted on Macon Road for the industrial park,

3) list of eliminated M-1 uses. This condition was originally listed as

?reserved? but the applicant has turned in a list of uses they have scratched

from the M-1 allowed uses.



Rob McKenna, representing the applicant, came to the podium. Since the initial

rezoning, the northwestern portion of the Miller Tract has been proposed as

part of the industrial park; certain restriction from 2000 would impact the

overall development. Chairperson Dodds read the uses that were scratched from

the M-1 uses. After a discussion about buffer zones, Chairperson Dodds asked if

anyone from the audience wanted to come forward to speak.



Ron Hamlett, 8080 Old Pope Road, came to the podium. He stated that he

appreciates the Development Authority working with the residents in the area.

He wanted to make sure the 200? buffer along the residential property line

remains contiguous. Mr. Johnson assured the residents in the area the 200?

buffer would be contiguous.



Terry Gumbert, Rambling Trail, came to the podium. He stated he appreciates

the Development Authority working with the community. He stated also that he

realizes that this project will be a major asset to the community.



Chairperson Dodds asked for any further discussion and a motion. Commissioner

Corradino made a motion to approve this case. It is consistent with the

original approved plan with amended conditions: 1) A 200 foot buffer shall be

provided adjacent to all property lines except: (a) the southern property line

adjacent to Macon Road, (b) the Northwest property line contiguous to the

property to the Northwest of the subject property presently owned by the

Applicant, and (c) along any property line contiguous to other property

presently zoned Manufacturing, said buffer shall be two hundred feet wide on

the west side of the existing lake on the property, 2) two access points shall

be permitted on Macon Road for the industrial park, and 3) list of eliminated

M-1 uses. Commissioner Henderson seconded. It was approved unanimously.





3. ZC0111-9: A request to rezone the property located on the west side of Old

Pope

Road bordering the eastern boundary of Garrett Creek Subdivision. The current

zoning is A-1 (Agricultural). The proposed zoning is M-1 (Light Manufacturing)

District. The property is to be used for an Industrial Park.



Development Authority of Columbus, Inc., Applicant



Mr. Will Johnson read the Staff Report for this case. This case is not

consistent with the future land-use map of the Comprehensive Plan (P. D. 4),

which shows Low Density Residential for this area. Policy statements are not

addressed. It is compatible with existing land uses. The property does not

lie within a studied floodplain and floodway area. The Developer will need an

approved drainage plan prior to issuance of a Site Development Permit. It is

served by all city services. It is not expected to have a negative impact on

the transportation network. It must meet the codes and regulations of the

Columbus Consolidated Government for commercial usage. All subdivided lots /

interior traffic circulation shall be served internally. There will be no

school impact. The proposed development shall meet a Category D buffer

requirement along all R-1A and A-1 property lines. The applicant has requested

a 200 foot wide undisturbed natural buffer. It does not fall within the Fort

Benning notification zone. Twenty-nine (29) property owners within 300 feet

were notified of the rezoning request. The Planning Division received comments

supporting and opposing this request during the 2001 process. There was one

recent comment opposing this request. Conditions are needed: 1) all lighting

shall be directed internally using deflector shields, 2) screening for trash

dumpsters / compactors, air conditioners, refrigeration units, and heat pumps

shall be required for all development on the property, 3) access to the

property shall come from Highway 80 only, 4) a deceleration lane shall be

required as determined by the City Traffic Engineer, 5) no access shall be

permitted to Midland Road, 6) a 200 feet wide undisturbed, natural buffer shall

be required along all property lines bordered by the R-1A and A-1 zoning

districts, and 7) certain M-1 uses listed on the attachment shall be

prohibited. The northern portion of this area was sold to the Columbus

Consolidated Government and deeded as greenspace. The greenspace property is

78 acres (+ / -). Also 30 acres between Rambling Trail and Old Pope Road was

included for rezoning in the original application filed in November 2001. It

is not part of this rezoning.



Rob McKenna, representing the applicant, came to the podium. He is the

representative for Development Authority of Columbus, Inc. Mr. McKenna stated

that he appreciates the community working with them on this project. The plan

is to put in a Corporate Ridge type industrial park. They will provide a 200?

buffer along the residential property lines.



Chris Meacham, representing Willis Plantation, Garrett Creek Subdivision, and

David Erickson, came to the podium in opposition. His objection is that it

does not meet the Comprehensive Plan. He also stated that this case should be

tabled until Mr. Erickson?s case could be heard. Mr. Meacham also stated that

he is opposed to conducting the PAC hearing for noncompliance with the zoning

procedures law as set forth in O.C.G.A ? 36-66-1 et.seq. He states that all

the people that will be affected by this rezoning were not notified (Mr.

Johnson read the letter that Chris Meacham sent to the Planning Division

Office).



Mr. Johnson stated that we send letters to citizens within 300 feet of the

property even though 200 feet is the policy.



Mr. Meacham stated there were no rezoning signs put up.

Mr. McKenna said the signs have been up since 2001.



Chairperson Dodds stated that the notices given to property owners within 300

feet were proper, the rezoning signs have been in place since 2001, and the

case would not be tabled because of the alleged deficiency in notice.



Donna Brown, 7935 Westlake Drive, came to the podium. She is a resident of

Garrett Creek. She was watching the PAC Meeting live on CCGTV and rushed down

to the meeting to be able to speak. She states the homeowners were not

notified. She was notified on Monday. One day is not enough time to prepare.



Commissioner Shields asked Ms. Brown how she was notified. She states that Mr.

Erickson told her on Monday. Mr. Erickson received his letter Thursday. He

notified Donna Brown and they got a meeting together for Monday night with the

Garrett Creek Homeowners Association.



Leah Cadoura, a new Garrett Creek resident, came to the podium to speak in

opposition. She has lived in the area for 3 months and did not realize this

rezoning case was pending.



Chairperson Dodds asked for discussion and a motion. Commissioner Corradino

made a motion to conditionally approve this case based on the fact that

although it is not consistent with the future land-use map of the Comprehensive

Plan, it is compatible with existing land uses and is not expected to have a

negative impact on the transportation network. The recommended conditions are:

1) All lighting shall be directed internally using deflector shields, 2)

screening for trash dumpsters / compactors, air conditioners, refrigeration

units, and heat pumps shall be required for all development on the property, 3)

access to the property shall come from Highway 80 only, 4) a deceleration lane

shall be required as determined by the City Traffic Engineer, 5) no access

shall be permitted to Midland Road, 6) a 200 foot wide undisturbed, natural

buffer shall be required along all property lines bordered by the R-1A and A-1

zoning districts, 7) the M-1 uses listed on the attachment shall be

prohibited. Commissioner Jamison seconded the motion. It was approved

unanimously.





4. ZC0302-12: ? A request to amend zoning conditions at Veterans Parkway and

Adams Farm Drive to allow a curb cut for a restaurant. The current zoning is

C-3 (General Commercial) District.



Adams Properties, Applicant





Mr. Will Johnson read the Staff Report for this case. The property in question

was rezoned with conditions (Ordinance 00-33) on April 4, 2000. The current

request is to amend Condition #1 of Ordinance 00-33, which states: only one

curb-cut on Veterans Parkway shall be permitted. This condition only permits

the current access at Commercial Drive and Veterans Parkway. At the time of

the original rezoning, Columbus Park Crossing did not exist, therefore a second

curb-cut would have impeded the traffic flow. Now that the intersection of

Adams Farm Drive and Veterans Parkway has been improved and signalized, it is

logical to grant another access to the aforementioned properties. The number

of commercial businesses that could exist on the Adams? properties could

congest the existing access. The Georgia DOT has already approved a new

curb-cut at the intersection of Veterans Parkway and Adams Farm Drive. This

curb-cut will create a new four-way intersection at the development.



Rob McKenna, representing Adams Properties, Inc., came to the podium. They

want to add a curb cut to build a restaurant. At the time of the initial

rezoning, Adams Farm Drive was laid out differently and there was no signal.



Chairperson Dodds asked for discussion and a motion. Commissioner Shields made

a motion to approve this request. Commissioner Henderson seconded. It was

approved unanimously.





4. ZC0402-7: ? A request to rezone the property located at 5070 Warm Springs

Road. The current zoning is R-1A (Low Density Residential) District. The

proposed zoning is A-O (Apartment / Office). The property is to be used for

offices.



Ralph Kingrey, Applicant







Chairperson Dodds stated that Alternate Crane would vote for Commissioner

Corradino.



Mr. Will Johnson read the Staff Report for this case. This case is not

consistent with the future land-use map of the Comp Plan (P. D. 3), which shows

Low Density Residential for this area. Policy statements are not addressed.

It is compatible with existing land uses. The property does not lie within a

studied floodplain and floodway area. The developer will need an approved

drainage plan prior to issuance of a Site Development Permit. It is served by

all city services. It is not expected to have a negative impact on the

transportation network. It must meet the codes and regulations of the Columbus

Consolidated Government for commercial usage. There will be no school impact.

A buffer requirement is necessary. The proposed development must have a

Category C buffer requirement along all property lines. It is not within the

Fort Benning notification zone. Fifty-six (56) property owners within 300 feet

were notified of the rezoning request. The Planning Division did not receive

any comments concerning this rezoning request. Conditions are needed: 1) all

lighting shall be directed internally using deflector shields, 2) screening for

trash dumpsters / compactors, air conditioners, refrigeration units, and heat

pumps shall be required for all development on the property, 3) driveway access

shall be determined by the City Traffic Engineer, and 4) a deceleration lane

shall be required as determined by the City Traffic Engineer.



Ralph Kingrey, applicant, came to the podium. He is not the owner but has a

contract on the property. There was a house on this property in the 1960s.

He stated that he wants to redevelop this lot to build offices. He wants to

build a 5000 sq. ft. building for R & B Service Company. Mr. Kingrey wants to

build a privacy fence, install other trees.



Chairperson Dodds asked for discussion and a motion. Commissioner Shields made

a motion to conditionally approve this case based on the facts that although it

is not consistent with the future land use map of the Comprehensive Plan, it is

compatible with existing land uses and it is served by all city services. The

recommended conditions are: 1) all lighting shall be directed internally using

deflector shields, 2) screening for trash dumpsters / compactors, air

conditioners, refrigeration units, and heat pumps shall be required for all

development on the property, 3) driveway access shall be determined by the City

Traffic Engineer, and 4) a deceleration lane shall be required as determined by

the City Traffic Engineer. Commissioner Jamison seconded the motion. It was

approved four (Mullin, Douglass, Jamison, & Shields) to two (Henderson &

Crane).





5. ZC0402-8: ? A request to rezone the property located at 8544 Whitesville

Road. The current zoning is A-1 (Agricultural) District. The proposed zoning

is A-1 (Agricultural) District, R-1 (Low Density Residential) District and R-1A

(Low Density Residential) District. The property is to be used for single

family residential.



Whitesville Road, Inc., Applicant



Mr. Will Johnson read the Staff Report for this case. This case is consistent

with the future land-use map of the Comprehensive Plan (P. D. 2), which shows

Low Density Residential for this area. It is consistent with Residential

Development Policy Statements #3. It is compatible with existing land uses.

The property does not lie within a studied floodplain and floodway area. The

developer will need an approved drainage plan prior to issuance of a Site

Development Permit. It is served by all city services. It is not expected to

have a negative impact on the transportation network. This property was

included in a traffic study in December 2003. It included the Whitesville

Road-Williams Road- Double Churches area. It must meet the codes and

regulations of the Columbus Consolidated Government for residential and

commercial usage. A driveway along Whitesville Road shall not be allowed if

adequate sight distance cannot be achieved: the guardrail and vertical curve

will limit sight distance. Centerline deflection angles cannot be more than

five (five) degrees. The immediate goal for this area is to signalize the

Whitesville Road-Williams Road intersection. This development could average

about 150 children of various ages. Elementary age students would attend Double

Churches Road Elementary, which has 829 students (capacity 625). Middle school

age students would attend Double Churches Middle School, which has 820 students

(capacity: 625). High school age students would attend Northside, which has

1,067 students (capacity 1,300). No buffer requirement is necessary. It is

not within the Fort Benning notification zone. Twelve (12) property owners

within 300 feet were notified of the rezoning request. The Planning Division

received several comments concerning this rezoning request. One comment was in

opposition, the others were concerned what would be happening. One condition

is needed: only one curb-cut shall be permitted to Whitesville Road from the

properties zoned R-1 and R-1A zoning districts.



Will White, representing the applicants, came to the podium. Edith West, a

Heiferhorn resident, stated that she had to leave early. Mr. White stated to

Chairperson Dodds that he would be glad to defer to Mrs. West.



Mrs. West stated that she had two points to make. One is greenspace

preservation, and the other is the infrastructure. She is also concerned about

the buffer. She would like a rural-feeling to be maintained. She is also

concerned about the number of houses that would be built. She would like for

157 to be the maximum number of houses built.



Mr. White returned to the podium to make his presentation. He stated that they

own approximately 164 acres on Whitesville Road. They have come up with a plan

that they feel is a good plan for the neighborhood. They have listened and

have incorporated some ideas into their plan. There will be four developments

on this property. The development will be R-1A, R-1, and A-1 with 157 houses.

The 50? buffer along Whitesville Road will be deeded to the Homeowners

Association. They agree not to go over 157 houses.



Wanda Chappell, 8940 Heiferhorn Court, came to the podium. She was concerned

about how many driveways would be on Whitesville Road.



Paul Steinwachs, Heiferhorn, came to the podium. He stated that although it is

an excellent plan, he is opposed because of the number of houses and traffic.



Chairperson Dodds asked for discussion and a motion. Vice-Chairperson

Henderson made a motion to conditionally approve this case based on the fact

that it is consistent with the future land use map of the Comprehensive Plan,

it is consistent with policy statements of the Comprehensive Plan, it is

compatible with existing land uses, and it is served by all city services. The

recommended conditions are: 1) the overall housing development would be limited

to 157 lots, 2) a 50? undisturbed buffer shall be required along Whitesville

Road, and 3) only one curb- cut shall be permitted on Whitesville Road.

Commissioner Jamison seconded the motion. It was approved unanimously.





6. ZC0402-9: - A request to rezone the property located at 2429 Martha?s Loop.

The current zoning is R-1A (Low Density Residential) District. The proposed

zoning is R-4 (High Density Residential) District. The property is to be used

for a clubhouse and fitness area for adjacent apartment complex.



Anthony Okeke, Applicant





Mr. Will Johnson read the Staff Report for this case. This case is not

consistent with the future land-use map of the Comprehensive Plan (P. D. 7),

which shows Low Density Residential for this area. It is consistent with

Residential Development Policy Statements #2 and #3. It is compatible with

existing land uses. The property does not lie within a studied floodplain and

floodway area. The developer will need an approved drainage plan prior to

issuance of a Site Development Permit. It is served by all city services. It

is not expected to have a negative impact on the transportation network, even

though the Level Of Service will remain at D for Macon Road. It must meet the

codes and regulations of the Columbus Consolidated Government for residential

and commercial usage. This development could average about 4 children of

various ages. Elementary age students would attend Edgewood Elementary, which

has 460 students (capacity 425). Middle school age students would attend Fort

Middle School, which has 569 students (capacity: 600). High school age

students would attend Hardaway, which has 1,269 students (capacity 1,300). The

proposed development must have a Category B buffer requirement along the

southeastern property line. It is not within the Fort Benning notification

zone. Eleven (11) property owners within 300 feet were notified of the rezoning

request. The Planning Division received one comment opposing this rezoning

request. Conditions needed: 1) all lighting shall be directed internally using

deflector shields, 2) screening for trash dumpsters / compactors, air

conditioners, refrigeration units, and heat pumps shall be required for all

development on the property, 3) driveway access shall be determined by the City

Traffic Engineer, and 4) no external trash dumpsters/ compactors shall be

permitted within 30 feet of the southeastern property line.



Mr. Anthony Okeke, the applicant, came to the podium. He stated that he wants

to build a fitness center and clubhouse for the residents of the apartment

complex. In the future he may build another apartment unit.



Jack Cadena, 2458 Martha?s Loop, came to the podium to speak in opposition. He

is opposed to the rezoning because of the additional traffic and drainage

problems.



Gayle Humphries, 2226 Martha?s Loop, came to the podium to speak in

opposition. She stated that her house flooded with raw sewage in May 2003.

The Water Works stated to her that it was because the drainage system cannot

handle all the development in the area in the last few years including

apartments and Walgreens. She is also opposed because of the traffic on the

street.



Barbara Herndon, 2212 Martha?s Loop, came to the podium to speak in

opposition.



Roy Reese, a property owner in the area, came to the podium to speak in support

of this rezoning. It would be a natural enhancement of the property.



Chairperson Dodds asked for discussion and a motion. Commissioner Jamison made

a motion to conditionally approve this case based on the facts that it is

compatible with existing land uses and it is served by all city services. The

recommended conditions are: 1) all lighting shall be directed internally using

deflector shields, 2) screening for trash dumpsters / compactors, air

conditioners, refrigeration units, and heat pumps shall be required for all

development on the property, 3) driveway access shall be determined by the City

Traffic Engineer, 4) no external trash dumpsters / compactors shall be

permitted within 30 feet of the southeastern property line, 5) only the Fitness

Center shall be built. Vice-Chairperson Henderson seconded. It was approved

unanimously.







7. ZC0402-10: ? A request to rezone the property located at 1401 32nd Street.

The current zoning is R-2 (Low Density Residential) District. The proposed

zoning is R-3A (Medium Density Residential) District. The property is to be

used as a duplex.



Paul Alexander Johnston III, Applicant



Mr. Will Johnson read the Staff Report for this case. This case is consistent

with the future land-use map of the Comprehensive Plan (P. D. 8), which shows

Medium Density Residential for this area. Policy Statements are not

addressed. It is compatible with existing land uses. The property does not

lie within a studied floodplain and floodway area. The developer will need an

approved drainage plan prior to issuance of a Site Development Permit. It is

served by all city services. It is not expected to have a negative impact on

the transportation network. The site shall meet the codes and regulations of

the Columbus Consolidated Government for residential usage. This development

could average about 3 children of various ages. Elementary age students would

attend Johnson Elementary, which has 507 students (capacity 400). Middle school

age students would attend Richards Middle School, which has 694 students

(capacity: 575). High school age students would attend Jordan High, which has

861 students (capacity 1,200). The proposed development must have a Category B

buffer requirement along the southeastern property line. It is not within the

Fort Benning notification zone. Forty-nine (49) property owners within 300 feet

were notified of the rezoning request. The Planning Division received one call

opposing this request. One condition is needed: the property shall be used as

single family residential or as a duplex only.



Paul Johnston, the applicant, came to the podium. This property is being used

as a duplex now, but is not zoned properly. He plans to bring electrical

system up to date. This area is made up of many single and multi-family

dwellings.



Chairperson Dodds asked for discussion and a motion. Commissioner Mullin made

a motion to conditionally approve this rezoning based on the fact that it is

consistent with the future land use map of the Comprehensive Plan and it is

served by all city services. The recommended condition is: the property shall

be used as single family residential or as a duplex only. Commissioner Shields

seconded. It was approved unanimously.





8. ZC0402-11: - A request to rezone the property located at 2812 and 2814 3rd

Avenue. The current zoning is R-4 (High Density Residential) District. The

proposed zoning is C-3 (General Commercial) District. The property is to be

used as an office.



Larry McCraine, Applicant



Mr. Will Johnson read the Staff Report for this case. This case is not

consistent with the future land-use map of the Comprehensive Plan (P. D. 5),

which shows Medium Density Residential for this area. Policy Statements are

not addressed. It is compatible with existing land uses. The property does

not lie within a studied floodplain and floodway area. The developer will need

an approved drainage plan prior to issuance of a Site Development Permit. It

is served by all city services. It is not expected to have a negative impact

on the transportation network. The site shall meet the codes and regulations

of the Columbus Consolidated Government for commercial usage. There is no

school impact. The proposed development must have a Category C buffer

requirement along all property lines. It is not within the Fort Benning

notification zone. Thirty-two (32) property owners within 300 feet were

notified of the rezoning request. The Planning Division did not receive any

calls concerning this request. Conditions are needed: 1) all lighting shall be

directed internally using deflector shields, 2) screening for trash dumpsters /

compactors, air conditioners, refrigeration units, and heat pumps shall be

required for all development on the property, and 3) driveway access shall be

determined by the City Traffic Engineer.



Larry McCraine, applicant, came to the podium. He is the owner of Alabama

Georgia Vending Services. He wants to move his office to this property.



Chairperson Dodds asked for a motion and discussion. Commissioner Shields made

a motion to conditionally approve this rezoning case based on the facts that it

is served by all city services and it is compatible with existing land uses.

The recommended conditions are: 1) all lighting shall be directed internally

using deflector shields, 2) screening for trash dumpsters / compactors, air

conditioners, refrigeration units, and heat pumps shall be required for all

development on the property, 3) driveway access shall be determined by the City

Traffic Engineer. Commissioner Mullin seconded the motion. It was approved

unanimously





V. NEW BUSINESS

Commissioners Mullin and Crane will be full time members effective March 31,

2004. There will two new members replacing them. Joe Alexander will replace

Commissioner Crane as an alternate and Charlene Lebleu will replace

Commissioner Mullin as an alternate.



VI. OLD BUSINESS

None.



VII. ADJOURNMENT

The meeting was adjourned at 2:15.





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Bradford Dodds, Chairperson Will Johnson, Zoning Administrator