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03/30/2022 Agenda with Supporting Material
CARSON CITY CONSOLIDATED MUNICIPALITY
NOTICE OF MEETING OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION
Day: Wednesday
Date: March 30, 2022
Time: Beginning at 5:00 pm
Location: Community Center, Robert 'Bob' Crowell Board Room
851 East William Street
Carson City, Nevada
AGENDA
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
Members of the public who wish only to view the meeting may watch the livestream of the Planning Commission and meetings at www.carson.org/granicus and by clicking on “In progress” next to the meeting date, or by tuning in to cable channel 191. Livestream of the meeting is provided solely as a courtesy and convenience to the public. Carson City does not give any assurance or guarantee that the livestream or cable channel access will be reliable. Although all reasonable efforts will be made to provide livestream, unanticipated technical difficulties beyond the control of City staff may delay, interrupt or render unavailable continuous livestream capability.
The public may provide public comment in advance of a meeting by written submission to the following email address: planning@carson.org or via mail to the Planning Division at 108 E. Proctor St., Carson City, NV 89701. For inclusion or reference in the minutes of the meeting, your public comment must include your full name and be received by the Planning Division not later than 3:00 p.m. the day before the meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call and Determination of a Quorum
The public is invited at this time to comment on and discuss any topic that is relevant to, or within the authority of the Planning Commission, including any matter that is not specifically included on the agenda as an action item.
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Public Comment
Members of the public are invited to address the Commission at this time and comment on any matter that is relevant to or within the authority of the Planning Commission, including any matter that is not specifically included on the agenda as an action item. In order for members of the public to participate in the Planning Commission’s consideration of an agenda item, the public is strongly encouraged to provide public comment related to a specific agenda item when called for by the Chair or Vice-Chair during the item itself.
5. For Possible Action: Approval of the Minutes - February 23, 2022
6. Meeting Items
6.A LU-2022-0062 For Possible Action: Discussion and possible action regarding a request for a special use permit to allow for the relocation and upgrade of the existing automated weather observation system equipment and tower at the Carson City Airport, on property zoned Public Regional (“PR”), located at 3420 College Parkway, APN 005-011-05. (Heather Ferris, hferris@carson.org)
Summary: The Carson City Airport is proposing the relocation and upgrade of the existing automated weather observation system (“AWOS”) equipment and tower from the western portion of the subject parcel to the eastern portion of the parcel. Per Carson City Municipal Code (“CCMC”) 18.04.185, a use may only be established in the PR zoning district subject to a special use permit. The Planning Commission is authorized to approve a special use permit.
6.B LU-2022-0066 For Possible Action: Discussion and possible action regarding a request for a special use permit to allow for the construction of a metal carport at the Carson City Dispatch Center, on property zoned Public Community (“PC”), located at 4649 Snyder Avenue, APN 009-166-01. (Heather Ferris, hferris@carson.org)
Summary: The Carson City Public Works Department is proposing the construction of a metal carport at the Carson City Dispatch Center to provide shelter for the mobile command center currently parked at this location. Per Carson City Municipal Code (“CCMC”) 18.04.180, a use may only be established in the PC zoning district subject to a special use permit. The Planning Commission is authorized to approve a special use permit.
6.C LU-2022-0091 For Possible Action: Discussion and possible action regarding a request to amend a special use permit (SUP-19-125) to modify the approved elevations for a 51- unit condominium development on property zoned Multi-Family Apartment, located on the northeast corner of East Roland Street and Oak Street, APNs 009-197-04, -05, & -06. (Heather Ferris, hferris@carson.org)
Summary: On August 28, 2019, the Planning Commission approved a special use permit (SUP-19-125) to construct a 51-unit condominium development. Additionally, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the condominium map (TSM-19-126) which was later approved by the Board of Supervisors. The applicant has made changes to the approved elevations, requiring the Planning Commission’s review and approval. The Planning Commission is authorized to approve an amendment to a special use permit.
6.D LU-2022-0061 For Possible Action: Discussion and possible action regarding a request for a special use permit for a fence located within the front setback area which exceeds the allowable fence height on property zoned Single Family - 1 Acre (“SF1A”) and is located at 3809 Ponderosa Drive, APN 009-137-07. (Heather Manzo, hmanzo@carson.org) Late Material 03.30.2022
Summary: Per Carson City Development Standards (“CCDS”) 1.13.5.a a sight obscuring fence may not exceed three feet in height when it is located in the front building setback. The applicant has constructed a fence that is a combination of open view and solid fencing/wall totaling 6 feet in height. Per CCDS 1.13.7, fences within setbacks may be permitted in excess of ordinance requirements by approval of a special use permit. The Planning Commission is authorized to approve a special use permit.
6.E LU-2022-0013 For Possible Action: Discussion and possible action regarding a request for a special use permit to retain an existing billboard on property zoned General Commercial (“GC”) located at 3400 Hwy 50 East, APN 008-302-04. (Heather Manzo, hmanzo@carson.org)
Summary: The applicant is requesting to retain the existing billboard in its present location. No changes are proposed for the billboard. Per Carson City Development Standards section 4.8.3(2), a special use permit issued for a billboard automatically expires five years from the date of issuance. The previous special use permit was approved on October 28, 2015. The property on which the billboard is located changed ownership in November 2019, and the current owner has made application for a special use permit to retain the billboard. The Planning Commission is authorized to approve a special use permit.
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Appeal of a Commission item: An appeal must be submitted to the Planning Division within 10 days of the Commission’s action. To be part of the administrative record regarding an appeal of an item on the agenda, you must present your comments at the podium or have previously sent correspondence to the Planning Division regarding an item on this agenda. For information regarding an appeal of a Commission decision, please contact Hope Sullivan, Community Development Director, at 775-887-2180, via e-mail at hsullivan@carson.org, or via fax at 775-887-2278.
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7. Staff Reports (non-action items)
- Director's report to the Commission. (Hope Sullivan)
- Future agenda items.
- Commissioner reports/comments.
8. Public Comment
The public is invited at this time to comment on and discuss any topic that is relevant to, or within the authority of the Planning Commission including any matter that is not specifically included on the agenda as an action item.
9. For Possible Action: Adjournment
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**PUBLIC COMMENT LIMITATIONS - The Planning Commission will provide at least two public comment periods prior to adjournment in compliance with the minimum requirements of the Open Meeting Law. In addition, it is the Planning Commission’s aspirational goal to also provide for item-specific public comment. In order for members of the public to participate in the Planning Commission’s consideration of an agenda item, the public is strongly encouraged to comment on an agenda item when called for by the Chair or Vice-Chair during the item itself. No action may be taken on a matter raised under public comment unless the item has been specifically included on the agenda as an item upon which action may be taken. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per speaker to facilitate the efficient conduct of a meeting and to provide reasonable opportunity for comment from all members of the public who wish to speak. Testimony from a person who is directly involved with an item, such as City staff, an applicant or a party to an administrative hearing or appeal, is not considered public comment and is not subject to the three-minute time limitation.
Please note: Any person who wishes to have their complete testimony included in the permanent record of this meeting should provide a written or electronic copy to the Chair or Vice-Chair in addition to any other written material. Minutes of the meeting are produced in a summary format and are not verbatim.
For Further Information
Agenda Management Notice - Items on the agenda may be taken out of order; the public body may combine two or more agenda items for consideration; and the public body may remove an item from the agenda or delay discussion relating to an item on the agenda at any time.
Titles of agenda items are intended to identify specific matters. If you would like more information about an agenda item listed above, please contact the staff member listed at the end of the particular item in which you are interested at 775-887-2180. Contact planning@carson.org if you would like copies of supporting materials for an agenda item.
Notice to persons with disabilities: Members of the public who are disabled and require special assistance or accommodations at the meeting are requested to notify the Planning Division in writing at 108 E. Proctor St., Carson City, Nevada 89701, or call 775-887-2180, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting.
This agenda and supporting materials for the meeting are available in the Planning Division office located at 108 E. Proctor Street, Carson City or at www.carson.org/agendas.
This agenda has been posted at the following locations:
City Hall, 201 North Carson Street
Community Development Department, 108 E. Proctor Street
Carson City Website - https://carson.org/agendas
State Website - https://notice.nv.gov
NOTICE OF MEETING OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION
Day: Wednesday
Date: March 30, 2022
Time: Beginning at 5:00 pm
Location: Community Center, Robert 'Bob' Crowell Board Room
851 East William Street
Carson City, Nevada
AGENDA
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
Members of the public who wish only to view the meeting may watch the livestream of the Planning Commission and meetings at www.carson.org/granicus and by clicking on “In progress” next to the meeting date, or by tuning in to cable channel 191. Livestream of the meeting is provided solely as a courtesy and convenience to the public. Carson City does not give any assurance or guarantee that the livestream or cable channel access will be reliable. Although all reasonable efforts will be made to provide livestream, unanticipated technical difficulties beyond the control of City staff may delay, interrupt or render unavailable continuous livestream capability.
The public may provide public comment in advance of a meeting by written submission to the following email address: planning@carson.org or via mail to the Planning Division at 108 E. Proctor St., Carson City, NV 89701. For inclusion or reference in the minutes of the meeting, your public comment must include your full name and be received by the Planning Division not later than 3:00 p.m. the day before the meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call and Determination of a Quorum
The public is invited at this time to comment on and discuss any topic that is relevant to, or within the authority of the Planning Commission, including any matter that is not specifically included on the agenda as an action item.
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Public Comment
Members of the public are invited to address the Commission at this time and comment on any matter that is relevant to or within the authority of the Planning Commission, including any matter that is not specifically included on the agenda as an action item. In order for members of the public to participate in the Planning Commission’s consideration of an agenda item, the public is strongly encouraged to provide public comment related to a specific agenda item when called for by the Chair or Vice-Chair during the item itself.
5. For Possible Action: Approval of the Minutes - February 23, 2022
6. Meeting Items
6.A LU-2022-0062 For Possible Action: Discussion and possible action regarding a request for a special use permit to allow for the relocation and upgrade of the existing automated weather observation system equipment and tower at the Carson City Airport, on property zoned Public Regional (“PR”), located at 3420 College Parkway, APN 005-011-05. (Heather Ferris, hferris@carson.org)
Summary: The Carson City Airport is proposing the relocation and upgrade of the existing automated weather observation system (“AWOS”) equipment and tower from the western portion of the subject parcel to the eastern portion of the parcel. Per Carson City Municipal Code (“CCMC”) 18.04.185, a use may only be established in the PR zoning district subject to a special use permit. The Planning Commission is authorized to approve a special use permit.
6.B LU-2022-0066 For Possible Action: Discussion and possible action regarding a request for a special use permit to allow for the construction of a metal carport at the Carson City Dispatch Center, on property zoned Public Community (“PC”), located at 4649 Snyder Avenue, APN 009-166-01. (Heather Ferris, hferris@carson.org)
Summary: The Carson City Public Works Department is proposing the construction of a metal carport at the Carson City Dispatch Center to provide shelter for the mobile command center currently parked at this location. Per Carson City Municipal Code (“CCMC”) 18.04.180, a use may only be established in the PC zoning district subject to a special use permit. The Planning Commission is authorized to approve a special use permit.
6.C LU-2022-0091 For Possible Action: Discussion and possible action regarding a request to amend a special use permit (SUP-19-125) to modify the approved elevations for a 51- unit condominium development on property zoned Multi-Family Apartment, located on the northeast corner of East Roland Street and Oak Street, APNs 009-197-04, -05, & -06. (Heather Ferris, hferris@carson.org)
Summary: On August 28, 2019, the Planning Commission approved a special use permit (SUP-19-125) to construct a 51-unit condominium development. Additionally, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the condominium map (TSM-19-126) which was later approved by the Board of Supervisors. The applicant has made changes to the approved elevations, requiring the Planning Commission’s review and approval. The Planning Commission is authorized to approve an amendment to a special use permit.
6.D LU-2022-0061 For Possible Action: Discussion and possible action regarding a request for a special use permit for a fence located within the front setback area which exceeds the allowable fence height on property zoned Single Family - 1 Acre (“SF1A”) and is located at 3809 Ponderosa Drive, APN 009-137-07. (Heather Manzo, hmanzo@carson.org) Late Material 03.30.2022
Summary: Per Carson City Development Standards (“CCDS”) 1.13.5.a a sight obscuring fence may not exceed three feet in height when it is located in the front building setback. The applicant has constructed a fence that is a combination of open view and solid fencing/wall totaling 6 feet in height. Per CCDS 1.13.7, fences within setbacks may be permitted in excess of ordinance requirements by approval of a special use permit. The Planning Commission is authorized to approve a special use permit.
6.E LU-2022-0013 For Possible Action: Discussion and possible action regarding a request for a special use permit to retain an existing billboard on property zoned General Commercial (“GC”) located at 3400 Hwy 50 East, APN 008-302-04. (Heather Manzo, hmanzo@carson.org)
Summary: The applicant is requesting to retain the existing billboard in its present location. No changes are proposed for the billboard. Per Carson City Development Standards section 4.8.3(2), a special use permit issued for a billboard automatically expires five years from the date of issuance. The previous special use permit was approved on October 28, 2015. The property on which the billboard is located changed ownership in November 2019, and the current owner has made application for a special use permit to retain the billboard. The Planning Commission is authorized to approve a special use permit.
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Appeal of a Commission item: An appeal must be submitted to the Planning Division within 10 days of the Commission’s action. To be part of the administrative record regarding an appeal of an item on the agenda, you must present your comments at the podium or have previously sent correspondence to the Planning Division regarding an item on this agenda. For information regarding an appeal of a Commission decision, please contact Hope Sullivan, Community Development Director, at 775-887-2180, via e-mail at hsullivan@carson.org, or via fax at 775-887-2278.
__________________________________________________________________________________
7. Staff Reports (non-action items)
- Director's report to the Commission. (Hope Sullivan)
- Future agenda items.
- Commissioner reports/comments.
8. Public Comment
The public is invited at this time to comment on and discuss any topic that is relevant to, or within the authority of the Planning Commission including any matter that is not specifically included on the agenda as an action item.
9. For Possible Action: Adjournment
__________________________________________________________________________________
**PUBLIC COMMENT LIMITATIONS - The Planning Commission will provide at least two public comment periods prior to adjournment in compliance with the minimum requirements of the Open Meeting Law. In addition, it is the Planning Commission’s aspirational goal to also provide for item-specific public comment. In order for members of the public to participate in the Planning Commission’s consideration of an agenda item, the public is strongly encouraged to comment on an agenda item when called for by the Chair or Vice-Chair during the item itself. No action may be taken on a matter raised under public comment unless the item has been specifically included on the agenda as an item upon which action may be taken. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per speaker to facilitate the efficient conduct of a meeting and to provide reasonable opportunity for comment from all members of the public who wish to speak. Testimony from a person who is directly involved with an item, such as City staff, an applicant or a party to an administrative hearing or appeal, is not considered public comment and is not subject to the three-minute time limitation.
Please note: Any person who wishes to have their complete testimony included in the permanent record of this meeting should provide a written or electronic copy to the Chair or Vice-Chair in addition to any other written material. Minutes of the meeting are produced in a summary format and are not verbatim.
For Further Information
Agenda Management Notice - Items on the agenda may be taken out of order; the public body may combine two or more agenda items for consideration; and the public body may remove an item from the agenda or delay discussion relating to an item on the agenda at any time.
Titles of agenda items are intended to identify specific matters. If you would like more information about an agenda item listed above, please contact the staff member listed at the end of the particular item in which you are interested at 775-887-2180. Contact planning@carson.org if you would like copies of supporting materials for an agenda item.
Notice to persons with disabilities: Members of the public who are disabled and require special assistance or accommodations at the meeting are requested to notify the Planning Division in writing at 108 E. Proctor St., Carson City, Nevada 89701, or call 775-887-2180, at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting.
This agenda and supporting materials for the meeting are available in the Planning Division office located at 108 E. Proctor Street, Carson City or at www.carson.org/agendas.
This agenda has been posted at the following locations:
City Hall, 201 North Carson Street
Community Development Department, 108 E. Proctor Street
Carson City Website - https://carson.org/agendas
State Website - https://notice.nv.gov