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1886 - Ordinance - Amending Ordinance 1634 Amending Comp Plan Text and MapNOTICE OF CITY OF PORT ORCHARD ORDINANCE The following is a summary of an Ordinance approved by the Port Orchard City Council at their regular Council meeting meld January 13, 2003. ORDINANCE NO. 1886 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY PORT ORCHARD, WASHINGTON, AMENDING CITY OF PORT ORCHARD COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ORDINANCE NO. 1634; BY AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TEXT AND MAP THAT WILL PROVIDE FOR A NEW LAND USE CATEGORY OF "GREENBELT". (CA-13-02) Copies of Ordinance No. 1886 are available for review at the office of the City Clerk of the City of Port Orchard. Upon written request a statement of the full text of the Ordinance will be mailed to any interested person without charge. Thirty days after publication, copies of Ordinance No. 1886 will be provided at a nominal charge. of Port Orchard City j Michelle Merlino Deputy Clerk Publish: Port Orchard Independent January 22, 2003 Kitsaplep,als(a_.soundpublishin.iz.com ORDINANCE NO. 1886 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT ORCHARD AMENDING CITY OF PORT ORCHARD COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ORDINANCE NO. 1634; BY AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TEXT AND MAP THAT WILL PROVIDE FOR A NEW LAND USE CATEGORY OF "GREENBELT". (CA-13-02) WHEREAS, the City Council adopted the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Port Orchard by Ordinance No. 1648, pursuant to the Washington State Growth Management Act (RCW 36.70A); and WHEREAS, State Law RCW 36.70A.130 dictates that cities shall at least every five years take action to review and, if needed, revise its Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, RCW 36.70A.160 requires cities to prepare a comprehensive land use plan that will identify open space corridors within and between urban growth areas and, will include lands useful for recreation, wildlife habitat, trails, and connection of critical areas; and, WHEREAS, the City has recognized select areas of the City as "Greenbelt" to provide further protection of the unique open space areas found within the City, as reflected on the City's 1977 and 1998 Zoning Maps; and, WHEREAS, the City of Port Orchard has initiated the preparation of an amendment to the City's Comprehensive Plan Land Use Text and Map proposing a new land use category of "Greenbelt", which has been prepared by staff, reflected in Comprehensive Plan Amendment Application CA-13-02; and, WHEREAS, the proposed Greenbelt Land Use Category Text includes mapping objectives and criteria to provide consistency in mapping; and, WHEREAS, adequate public notice has been given utilizing several public informational mediums, including the "Citizen Update", advertisements, and legal notices. The public has been provided the opportunity to give comment at two open house sessions held on August 7 and 15, 2002; as well as opportunity before the Port Orchard Planning Commission on August 19, 2002, September 16, 2002, October 4 and 30, 2002, and November 4, 2002. The Planning Commission held a Special Study Session to tour the City in consideration of CA-13-02, and the other proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments for 2002; and, WHEREAS, the City of Port Orchard Planning Commission has transmitted to the Council of the City of Port Orchard their findings and conclusions as stated in Planning Commission Resolution No. 332- 02, recommending Comprehensive Plan Amendment CA-13-02, which proposes to amend the Comprehensive Plan Map, be denied for the reasons stated therein; and, WHEREAS, city staff provided the City Council an overview of the proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments on November 12, 2002, and a Public Hearing was held before the City Council on December 9, 2002 and the Decision Hearing regarding all the annual 2002 proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments was held before the City Council on December 23, 2002; and WHEREAS, the City of Port Orchard seeks to be in compliance with the goals, policies, and procedures of the Growth Management Act; and WHEREAS, The Growth Management Act (RCW 36.70A.040(3)) legislatively mandated a statewide consistency doctrine by stating that development regulations must be consistent with adopted comprehensive plans; and Ordinance No. 1886 Page 2 of 2 WHEREAS, the,City Council finds that Comprehensive Plan Text and Map Amendment CA- 13-02, protects the character of the City's remaining open space areas that add to the preservation of the significant streams and associated fish and wildlife habitat that is important to the heritage of the City. Further, that Comprehensive Plan Text and Map Amendment CA-13-02 is found to be consistent with the intent of State GMA goals (RCW 36.70A), city goalstpolicies of the community, and adopted Comprehensive Plan, now, therefore, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT ORCHARD, WASHINGTON, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. That the City Council does hereby approve the revisions to the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Text, as presented in CA-13-02, amending the Land Use Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan and providing for a new land use category of "Greenbelt'. Attachment " 1" SECTION 2. That the City Council does hereby approve the amendment to the City's Comprehensive Plan Map, providing for a new land use designation of "Greenbelt", as depicted in Attachment `2'. SECTION 3. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is declared unconstitutional or invalid for any reason, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. SECTION 4. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect five (5) days after posting and publication as required by law. A summary of this Ordinance may be published in lieu of the entire Ordinance, as authorized by State law. PASSED by the City Council of the City of Port Orchard, signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk in authentication of such passage this 131" day of January 2003. LESLIE J. WEATHERILL, MAYOR ATTEST: at icia Parks, City Clerk APPROVED AS ORM- Sponsored by: City orney n Clauson, Councilman Ordinance No. 1886 Attachment 1 Land Use Designations These designations provide for the General Plan of the City and have been developed as a result of extensive public participation and planning goals. They attempt to balance the need to expand the City with increases in densities inside the City upon larger vacant parcels. Wherever possible, it is expected that density increases will be mitigated by providing open spaces. Critical areas will be preserved as open space and associated with parks, sensitive areas and buffers as new development occurs throughout the City. Commercial areas shall be designated near existing commercial and industrial areas with existing access to arterial streets. Improved landscaping and development design to promote buffering and consistent architectural styles near important community sites are desired to maintain the City's character. These designations are more specifically applied as set forth in detailed study area plans for the City. The Land Use Plan has seven land use categories as follows: (1) Greenbelt. A density of .5 dwelling units per acre is allowed within the Greenbelt Designation. The purpose of the Greenbelt designation is to further the community's interest in protecting the character of the City's remaining open space areas that add to the preservation of the significant streams and associated fish and wildlife habitat that is important to the heritage of the city. Generally, the "Greenbelt" designation will be assigned to those properties that are recognized for their importance to the city for conservation, wildlife habitat, open space, parks, recreational areas, trails, greenways, and similar urban separators on lands that are suitable for this purpose. This designation is also appropriate for lands acquired or proposed to be acquired or set -aside for public park and recreation use by the Comprehensive Plan, and for other semi -publicly or privately owned lands that are dedicated, reserved or otherwise set -aside for greenbelt purposes, including those of a commercial orientation that should be reserved for long-term protection. Designated areas are intended to recognize the natural areas of the City that are unique in character, that contain extensive critical areas such as streams, wetlands, and or, steep slopes that are constraints to development. Single-family development may occur in these areas, yet will be controlled through setting a low density and appropriate development standards to minimize impacts upon the natural environment. This designation is intended to allow only those accessory and complementary nonresidential uses that are compatible with single-family low impact development, such as bed and breakfast lodging, neighborhood parks, agricultural crop sales and stables. Conservation efforts to further protect these areas should be pursued through effective stewardship and management of open space lands, particularly through the formation of public -private partnerships, and incentives. The following mapping criteria will be utilized in a generalized manner to identify properties that should be considered for being designated as "Greenbelt". The decision to include a portion of a property or the entire property is based upon consideration of all of the following criteria. Lands within the city that will directly further the protection and preservation of significant fish and wildlife habitat that includes: Blackjack Creek Ross Creek Port Orchard Creek Olney Creek/ Shoreline of Ross Point The stream buffer as regulated by the City's CAO. 0- 0 • Lands designated as "Conservancy" or "Natural" by the City's Shoreline Master Program • Lands that are adjacent to these stream/shoreline segments that are known wetland, steep slopes, unstable slopes, or significant habitat. Generally, slopes adjacent to these streams greater than 30% to top of slope will be included. • Lands that are adjacent to these areas that are dedicated open space areas, conservation easements, or park lands. • Recognized "Parkways" or wooded corridors, such as Port Orchard Boulevard. (2) Low Density Residential a density of 4.5 dwelling units per acre is allowed within the Low Density Residential Designation; or up to six (figure potential through density bonus provisions) dwelling units per acre may be allowed within a Planned Residential Development (PRD), or Planned Unit Development (PUD). The purpose of the Low Density Residential designation is to stabilize and preserve existing single family neighborhoods in a mix of predominately single family detached housing types, including zero lot line and village housing arrangements with a variety of densities and sizes in locations appropriate for urban densities. Single-family attached dwellings may be allowed within Planned Residential Developments, and Planned Unit Developments. This designation is intended to allow only those accessory and complementary nonresidential uses that are compatible with single-family residential communities. Traditional neighborhood uses such as schools, parks and churches may be allowed through Conditional Use Permit approval. Areas designated Low Density Residential shall have adequate water, sewer and drainage services and should have at least four of the following characteristics: (a) Existing residential low density area; (b) Street service mainly by local access streets; (c) Existing buffers surrounding the designation, including park or sensitive areas; (d) Existing or potential for parks or open space by design; (e) Major arterials define the edge of the area; (f) Area includes an existing or potential public recreational area; (g) Area is adjacent to a public services facility; (h) Ability to identify potential areas for open space in new development areas. (3) Medium Density Residential Allows for a density of 8 dwelling units per net usable acre. Permitted residential development includes duplexes, single family attached (town -homes), and small lot single family detached residences. Single-family attached housing such as town -homes or duplexes will be reviewed under provisions for Planned Residential Developments (PRD) and/or use of Planned Unit Development (PUD) provisions for their ability to require careful design, provide needed pedestrian access ways, and preserve identified important community characteristics including view corridors, shorelines, and wetland areas. Based upon the degree, to which the above criteria are met, zoning may be increase up to 12 dwelling units per net usable acre. This designation is intended to allow only those accessory and complementary nonresidential uses that are compatible with single-family residential communities. Traditional neighborhood uses such as schools, parks and churches may be allowed through a Conditional Use permit approval. Areas designated Medium Density Residential shall have adequate water, sewer, and drainage services and should meet at least four of the following characteristics: (a) Existing residential medium density areas; (b) Street service mainly by local access streets; (c) Existing buffers surrounding the designation, including park or sensitive areas; (d) Existing or potential for parks or open space by design; (e) Major arterials define the edge of the area; (f) Area includes an existing or potential public recreation area; (g) Area is adjacent to a public services facility; (h) Ability to identify potential areas for open space in new development areas. Designated areas are intended to recognize the small lot development patterns existing across much of the city, allowing infill and redevelopment through strict design guidelines. These areas are intended to be pedestrian -oriented within the designated boundary, with convenient access to convenience commercial, neighborhood parks, public transit, and passenger ferry service. Design guidelines should be developed to help ensure that new higher density development is compatible with existing lower density development. Design guidelines should also ensure that the area is pedestrian- friendiy, with sidewalks and streetscaping. Mixed -use office/residential development may be allowed through Rezone/Planned Unit Development (PUD) approval to implement city planning efforts. (4) High Density Residential Allows for up to 20 dwelling units per net useable acre. Single-family attached, and Multi -family dwellings will be reviewed under provisions for Planned Residential Developments (PRD) and use of Planned Unit Development (PUD) provisions for their ability to require careful design, provide needed pedestrian access ways, and preserve identified important community characteristics including view corridors, shorelines, and wetland areas. This designation allows single- family attached/detached, duplex, and multi -family dwellings; as well as traditional neighborhood uses such as parks, schools, and churches. This designation encourages higher densities within the City where a range of public services are conveniently nearby or planned. This type of development is intended to support and facilitate public transit and to promote pedestrian and non -motorized transportation and promote affordable housing. Areas designated High Density Residential shall have adequate water, sewer and drainage services and should have at least four of the following characteristics: (a) Existing high density residential area; (b) Street service mainly by collector or arterial roads; (c) Existing buffers surrounding the designation include park or sensitive areas; (d) Existing or potential for parks or open space by design; (e) Major arterials define an edge of the area; (f) Area includes an existing or potential public recreational area; (g) Area is adjacent to a public services facility; (h) Ability to identify potential areas for open space in new development areas. These areas are intended to be pedestrian -oriented within the designated boundary, with convenient access to convenience commercial, neighborhood parks, public transit, and passenger ferry service. Design guidelines should be developed to help ensure that new higher density development is compatible with existing lower density development. Design guidelines should also ensure that the area is pedestrian - friendly, with sidewalks and streetscaping. Mixed -use offrcetresidential development may be allowed through Planned Unit Development (PUD) approval to implement city planning efforts. (5) Public and Community Spaces Public spaces, public and private schools, churches, hospitals, parks, outdoor recreation use, government and cultural or educational institutions. This designation recognizes important public lands and uses. Parks may be designated where one or more of the following criteria are met: (a) Land includes environmentally sensitive areas such as identified wetlands, steep slopes over 15%, flood plains, and fish and wildlife areas listed within the City of Port Orchard's Critical Areas Ordinance; (b) Public land; (c) Land donated for public recreational use and accepted by the City. (6) Commercial (a) Central Business District. The economic center of the City provides centralized retail, professional office facilities, tourist, and related services. Future architectural designs should take advantage of and enhance the City's waterfront character. It is intended to be a compact, pedestrian oriented shopping and employment district, which provides a variety of urban and social activities. The City center should be safe, attractive and convenient. Uses in this district should meet high standards for design and appearance for such uses as retail, restaurant, offices, and financial institutions. Dwellings may be stacked on upper floors at densities as designated within the Zoning Ordinance. Areas designated for Central Business District Commercial should be reasonably associated with the center of the City and have adequate water, sewer and drainage services and should have at least three of the following characteristics: 0) Existing legal commercial use; p) Existing commercial uses with access to a major arterial through use of a collector street; (ii) Demonstrated need for commercial service of type proposed; (iv) Area suitable for development with adequate buffers through appropriate design. (b) Convenience Center Convenience retail and service facilities are located near major arterial interchanges and along the City's transportation corridors including grocery and drug stores, restaurants, service stations and specialty shops such as bakeries, liquor stores, laundromats, barber and beauty shops, medical and dental clinics. Areas designated Convenience Commercial should have adequate water, sewer and drainage services and should have at least three of the following characteristics: (i) Existing legal commercial use; (ii) Existing commercial uses with access to a major arterial through use of a collector street; (iii) Demonstrated need for commercial service of type proposed; (iv) Existing natural buffer between other designations; (v) Area suitable for development with adequate buffers through appropriate design. (7) Industrial/Manufacturing Commercial storage, shipping and processing operations, appliance storage and repair, bulk goods storage, upholstery and furniture refinishing shops, laboratories, wholesale and warehousing, light manufacturing, contractor storage and fabricating yards. Areas designated industrial/manufacturing should have adequate water, sewer, and fire services as well as drainage control and should have at least three of the following characteristics: (a) Existing legal industriallmanufacturing use areas; (b) Direct access to major arterial, or collector street; (c) Resource location (i.e. gravel pit); (d) Include facilities for public and industrial employees for rest and recreation; (e) Ability to identify existing buffer or to create adequate buffers through appropriate design between designations.