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Staff Report
ZC0305-1

Applicant
Columbus Cardiology Associates, P.C.
Owner
Calvary Assembly of God
Location
2744 Warm Springs Road
Acreage
0.82 acre
Current Zoning Classification
R-1A (Low Density Residential)
Proposed Zoning Classification
A-O (Apartment-Office)
Council District
PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Planning Advisory Commission recommends conditional approval based upon the

fact that although it is not consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, it is

compatible with existing land-uses, and it will not have a negative impact on

the transportation network. The recommended conditions are: 1) all lighting

shall be directed internally using deflector shields, 2) no external trash

dumpsters / compactors shall be permitted along the property lines bordered by

the R-1A zoning district, 3) any external trash dumpsters / compactors shall be

visually obstructed by a structure that is aesthetically similar to the

proposed development, and 4) screening for air conditioners, refrigeration

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

PLANNING DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATION
Conditional approval based on the fact that it is compatible with existing

land-uses. The recommended conditions are the same as those recommended by the

Planning Advisory Commission.
Fort Benning's Recommendation
DRI Recommendation
General Land use
Property is located in Planning District 8

Land Use Designation: Low Density Residential
Environmental Impacts
The property does not lie within a floodway and floodplain area. The developer

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

permit, if a permit is required.
City Services
Property is served by all city services.
Traffic Impact
The proposed project is not expected to have a negative impact on the

transportation network. The current traffic count is 22,043 trips per day and

will increase to 22,172 trips per day. The Level Of Service will remain at C

(27,900 trips per day) for Warm Springs Road.
Surrounding Zoning
North ? C-2 (Neighborhood Shopping)

South ? R-1A (Low Density Residential)

East ? R-1A (Low Density Residential)

West ? A-O (Apartment-Office)
Reasonableness of Request
The proposed zoning classification is

compatible

with existing land-uses.
School Impact
Buffer Requirements
Attitude of Property Owners
Eighteen (18) property owners within 300 feet were notified of the rezoning

request. The Planning Division did not receive any comments concerning this

rezoning request.
Additional Information
None.
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