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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-0424 HOSPITAL FINDINGSBEFORE THE ASHLAND CITY COUNCIL JACKSON COUNTY, OREGON APRIL 19, 1990 IN THE MATTER OF PLANNING ACTION #90-028, REQUEST FOR A ) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND SITE REVIEW TO ALLOW FOR THE ) CONSTRUCTION OF FOUR 2700 SQ. FT OFFICE BUILDINGS, ) LOCATED NEAR THE CORNER OF CHATELAINE AND CHESTNUT ) STREETS, AT ASHLAND COMMUNITY HOSPITAL. ) APPLICANT: ASHLAND COMMUNITY HOSPITAL ) FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS AND ORDERS RECITALS: 1) Tax lot 2100 of 391E 5DB is located at the corner of Catalina and Chestnut Streets and is zoned R-2; Multi Family Residential. 2) The applicant is requesting approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow for the construction of four 2700 square foot office buildings. Site improvements are outlined on the site plan on file at the Department of Community Development. 3) The criteria for approval of a Conditional Use Permit are found in Chapter 18,104 and are as follows: A. The proposal is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan. B. The location, size, design and operating characteristics of the proposed development are such that the development will be reasonably compatible with and have minimal impact on the livability and appropriate development of abutting properties and the surrounding neighborhood. c. In determining the above, consideration shall be given to the following: 1) Harmony in scale, bulk, coverage and density. 2) The availability and capacity of public facilities and utilities. 3) The generation of traffic and the capacity of surrounding streets. 4) Public safety and protection. 5) Architectural and aesthetic compatibility with the surrounding area. Further, the criteria for approval of a Site Review are found in Chapter 18.72 and are as follows: A. All applicable City ordinances have been met and will be met by the proposed development. B. All requirements of the Site Review chapter have been met. C. The site design complies with the guidelines adopted by the City Council for implementation of this chapter. 4) The City Council, following proper public notice, held a Public Hearing on February 15, 1990, at which time testimony was received and exhibits were presented. The City Council approved the application subject to conditions pertaining to the appropriate development of the site. Now, therefore, The City Council of the City of Ashland finds, concludes and recommends as follows: SECTION 1. EXHIBITS For the purposes of reference to these Findings, the attached index of exhibits, data, and testimony will be used. Staff Exhibits lettered with an "S" Proponent's Exhibits, lettered with a "P" Opponent's Exhibits, lettered with an "O" Hearing Minutes, Notices, Miscellaneous Exhibits lettered with an IIMI! SECTION 2. CONCLUSORY FINDINGS 2.1 The City Council finds that it has received all information necessary to make a decision based on the Staff Report, public hearing testimony and the exhibits received. 2.2 The City Council finds that the request to allow for the construction of four 2700 square foot office buildings meets all relevant criteria outlined in the Conditional Use Chapter 18.104 and Site Design and Use Standards Chapter 18.72. The City Council finds the proposal to be in conformance with the Ashland Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan Map designates this property to be used for future expansion of public facilities. At the time of adoption of the Plan Map, the hospital was existing and the surrounding land was deemed most appropriate for the expansion of hospital services. The Council believes the use of this property for medical offices is in keeping with the intent of the Comprehensive Plan designation. The Council finds that the construction of medical office space will have a minimal impact on surrounding properties. Parking concerns have been mitigated through the design of a centralized parking area between the buildings. The hospital is surrounded by fully improved City streets with adequate capacity to serve the proposed use. Total traffic generation by the completed offices is expected to be 364 vehicle trips per day. The Council believes this may be reduced, however, by the proximity to the hospital and other offices, and the opportunities for combining visits and trips. The Council believes that the site plan is in compliance with Ashland's Site Design and Use Guidelines. The open layout and modest size of the buildings is in keeping with the residential character of the neighborhood. The primary orientation of the buildings is towards the street, while parking will be accommodated to the side and rear of the structures. Pedestrian access from the street to each building will be provided. SECTION 3. DECISION 3.1 Based on the record of the Public Hearing on this matter, the City Council concludes that the proposal to allow for the construction of four 2700 square foot office buildings is supported by evidence contained in the whole record. Therefore, based on our overall conclusions, and upon the proposal being subject to each of the following conditions, we approve Planning Action #90-028. Further, if any one or more of the conditions below are found to be invalid, for any whatsoever, then Planning Action #90-028 is denied. The following are the conditions and they are attached to the approval: 1) That a redesigned landscaping plan be submitted for review by the Tree Commission and approval by the Staff Advisor prior to the issuance of building permits. Such plan to be a more readable scale and include specific information on size, site, and number of plant materials. 2) That all landscaping, including street trees, be installed prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for any structure 3) That all parking and access be paved and striped prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for any structure. 4) That sidewalks be provided along Catalina and Chestnut Streets as indicated on the site plan prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the structure. 5) That the applicant work with the Energy Conservation Division on designing the offices with assistance from the Energy Smart Design Program. 6) That the hydrant requirements of the Ashland Fire Department be met. 7) That all requirements of the Electric Department be met. 8) That all signage comply with the Ashland Sign Code for conditional uses within a residential district and that all appropriate permits be obtained. 9) That a drainage plan for the site be submitted at the time of building permit applications for review by Public Works. 10) That bike parking be provided in convenient proximity to the office buildings. 11) That a recycling area be provided for each building. Dated this day of April 1990. /,.,. Nan Frankl in, Recorder Catherine Golden, Mayor