Agenda Item - 2022-11-28 - Number 07.1.2 - Staff Presentation LU 22-0038LU 22-0038: 2022 Annual Code
Amendments (Ord. 2909)
PLANNING &
BUILDING SERVICES
DEPARTMENT
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
SSchedulee –Inn process
PCWS #1 PCWS #2 PC Hearing PC Findings CC Hearing CC Findings
Amendments Aug. 8,
2022
Sept. 26,
2022
Nov. 28,
2022
Dec. 12,
2022
Jan. 17,
2023
tbd
Concepts Draft Code Hearings >>>>
LU 22-0038 PAGE 1 OF 6
Maintenance Amendments
•Attachment 2: Table of proposed amendments w/ commentary.
•17 amendments proposed.
•Update, restore, and clarify existing use, zone, overlay, development,
variance, procedural, and definitional standards in LOC Chapter 50
Community Development Code.
•Amendments are in compliance with Comprehensive Plan goals &
policies.
•Discussion/Questions?
Policy Amendment #1
(LOC 50.06.001.5.g.i(2)
•Provide flexibility for structure location in PF and PNA zones.
•PCWS #2: PC requested additional analysis on whether a different
locational requirement or a range would be a better option.
•Given the range and lack of clear pattern, staff recommends an exception
if applicant shows a conflict with operational needs.
•Questions?
ANALYSIS OF PAST PF & PNA DEVELOPMENT
CURRENT CODE 30 FEET
RANGE W/ 7 MAJOR VARIANCES MIN: 60 FEET / MAX: 315 FEET
AVERAGE ~120 FEET
AVERAGE + 10% (PC SUGGESTION)~132 FEET
LU 22-0038 PAGE 2 OF 6
Policy Amendment #2
(LOC 50.03.004.2.a.iv)
•Setback exception for noise-producing accessory units (a/c, heat
pumps, generators, etc.) when underlying zone setbacks are less.
•If the zone has < 5-foot side and/or < 10-foot rear setback, units may
use those setbacks instead of standard.
•Primarily impacts R-W zone, but some planned development
subdivisions as well.
•Questions?
Policy Amendment #3
(LOC 50.04.003-2 & LOC 50.04.003.b)
•Update code to ensure staff can implement
3-foot separation of patio from property
lines.
•Remove unnecessary “waiver” language.
•Codify staff’s long-standing practice of
allowing patios in the Oswego Lake setback,
similar to decks.
•Questions?
LU 22-0038 PAGE 3 OF 6
Policy Amendment #4
(LOC 50.05: Overlays & Design Districts)
•Allow engineered and composite wood as exterior cladding in LGVC
Overlay and WLG Design District.
•Ensure consistent language where product is already allowed.
•PCWS #2: PC requested additional research on pros/cons of product.
•Online research and outreach to local development community.
•Consensus: product has vastly improved in quality and should be allowed.
•Off-gassing/chemical irritants depend on product and installation.
•Longevity, durability, pest/fire resistance greater than wood; both depend
on quality of installation and ongoing maintenance.
•Cost is less.
•Sustainability comparison: harvesting/milling of “real wood” vs. industrial
manufacturing of “fake”, both can be harmful; transportation costs
similar; disposal impacts may be higher, but product lasts longer.
•Questions?
LU 22-0038 PAGE 4 OF 6
Policy Amendment #5
(LOC 50.03.004.1.b.vi(1)(d) & LOC 50.08.002.2.q)
•Clarify Accessory Dwelling Unit use-specific code w/ regards to
prohibition on major and design variances.
•Allow several more minor variances to zone dimensional regulations.
•Questions?
Policy Amendment #6
(LOC 50.05.012.8.a)
•Allow flexibility with regards to Uplands Overlay driveway limitation.
•Second access point on frontage would be allowed if consolidation is
shown to not be “practicable” with a minor partition.
•Circular driveways still not allowed.
•Questions?
ex.
garagee
LU 22-0038 PAGE 5 OF 6
Recommend approval of Ord.
2909 to City Council, as
amendments are consistent
with Comprehensive Plan goals
& policies.
Final questions?
LU 22-0038 PAGE 6 OF 6