Planning Commission Subdivision Public Hearing

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Urban County Planning Commission convened on September 11, 2014, at 1:30 PM in the Council Chambers of the Urban County Government Building at 200 East Main Street in Lexington, Kentucky, with Mike Owens presiding as the meeting officer. The commission addressed nine agenda items during the session, all of which were approved, demonstrating a productive meeting focused on various development and subdivision matters throughout the county. The agenda included a diverse range of projects, from commercial enterprises like Local Enterprises, Inc. and Little Beginners Child Development Center to residential developments such as Masterson Hills, Brookhaven Subdivision, and Kirklevington Hills Apartments. The commission conducted four motions and votes during the proceedings, with all items receiving approval. No public comments were recorded during this meeting, suggesting either limited public attendance or no citizen input on the matters under consideration.

Attendance

The following members were present at the September 11, 2014 meeting:

• Mike Owens
• Mike Cravens
• Karen Mundy
• Carolyn Plumlee
• Joseph Smith
• Will Berkley
• Carolyn Richardson
• David Drake
• Patrick Brewer

Two members were absent from the meeting:

• Frank Penn
• Bill Wilson

No members arrived late to the meeting. A total of nine members were in attendance.

Votes and Decisions

The meeting included four formal votes, all of which passed unanimously with all seven members present voting in favor.

Minutes Approval Mike Cravens motioned to approve the minutes of the August 14, 2014 meeting, with Carolyn Plumlee providing the second. The motion passed unanimously 7-0, with votes from Mike Owens, Mike Cravens, Karen Mundy, Carolyn Plumlee, Joseph Smith, Will Berkley, and Carolyn Richardson.

PLAN 2014-58F Postponement Carolyn Plumlee motioned to postpone DALLAS PLAZA, UNIT 1, BLOCK A, LOT 1 (PATCHEN PLACE SUBDIVISION, UNIT 1) (AMD), seconded by Karen Mundy. The postponement was approved unanimously 7-0, with the same seven members voting in favor.

PLAN 2014-49F Postponement Karen Mundy motioned to postpone PINEHURST SUBDIVISION, LOT 33 (AMD), with Carolyn Plumlee seconding the motion. This postponement also passed unanimously 7-0, with all seven members supporting the decision.

Consent Agenda Approval Carolyn Plumlee motioned to approve all items listed on the Consent Agenda, seconded by Karen Mundy. The motion carried unanimously 7-0, with votes from Mike Owens, Mike Cravens, Karen Mundy, Carolyn Plumlee, Joseph Smith, Will Berkley, and Carolyn Richardson.

All votes demonstrated complete consensus among the seven-member body, with no dissenting votes, abstentions, or conditions attached to any of the approved motions. The meeting proceeded efficiently through both administrative matters and planning-related postponements without controversy.

LOCAL ENTERPRISES, INC

The commission reviewed Plan 2014-61P for Local Enterprises, Inc, which involved approval of a preliminary subdivision plan located at 4595 Tates Creek Road.

The agenda item was presented as a discussion item requiring commission action on the proposed subdivision development. The plan underwent review as part of the standard preliminary subdivision approval process.

Following discussion, the commission approved the preliminary subdivision plan for Local Enterprises, Inc. The approval allows the project to proceed to the next phase of the development process.

*Note: Specific details of the discussion, including key speakers and any concerns raised, were not available in the provided meeting materials.*

SHARKEY PROPERTY, UNIT 2-C, SECTION 1 & UNIT 3, SECTION 4 (AMD)

The commission considered Plan 2014-59F, an amendment to the Sharkey Property development affecting Unit 2-C, Section 1 and Unit 3, Section 4. The proposed amendment sought to revise the location of sidewalk infrastructure and establish a 5-foot sidewalk easement on the property.

The amendment addressed modifications to the previously approved development plan, specifically focusing on pedestrian infrastructure improvements. The revision involved relocating existing sidewalk placement and creating a dedicated 5-foot easement to accommodate the sidewalk installation.

No specific speakers were identified in the available records for this agenda item, and no transcript timestamps were provided for the discussion. The nature of the debate, specific concerns raised by commissioners, or detailed presentation materials were not documented in the meeting materials.

The commission ultimately approved the amendment, allowing the developer to proceed with the revised sidewalk location and the establishment of the 5-foot sidewalk easement as requested. This approval enables the Sharkey Property development to move forward with the modified pedestrian infrastructure plan for the specified units and sections.

The amendment represents a relatively routine adjustment to development plans, focusing on public infrastructure elements that support pedestrian access and safety within the development. The approval of Plan 2014-59F allows the project to continue with the updated sidewalk configuration.

LITTLE BEGINNERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER (FRANCIS SAID PROPERTY)

The board reviewed and approved Plan 2014-60F for the Little Beginners Child Development Center final subdivision plan. The project involves property owned by Francis Said and is located at 474 Stone Road.

The agenda item focused on the approval of the final subdivision plan for the child development center facility. This represents the final stage of the subdivision approval process, following preliminary plan approval and addressing any conditions that may have been established during earlier review phases.

The board voted to approve the final subdivision plan for the Little Beginners Child Development Center project. No specific concerns or extended debate were noted in the available meeting materials for this agenda item.

The approval allows the subdivision to move forward to the construction and development phase, enabling the establishment of the child development center at the Stone Road location.

MAHAN PROPERTY, UNIT 2-B

The commission considered Plan 2013-83F for the reapproval of the Mahan Property, Unit 2-B development located at 2980 Man o' War Boulevard.

This agenda item involved the reapproval of a previously considered development plan for the Mahan Property. The specific details of the discussion, including any presentations made by staff or the applicant, concerns raised by commissioners, or public comments, were not captured in the available meeting records.

The commission ultimately approved Plan 2013-83F for the Mahan Property, Unit 2-B reapproval.

*Note: Specific transcript timestamps and detailed discussion points are not available for this agenda item.*

BROOKHAVEN SUBDIVISION, UNIT 1-F, BLOCK A, LOT 1 (AMD)

The board considered Plan 2014-68F, an amendment to the Brookhaven Subdivision, Unit 1-F, Block A, Lot 1. The proposal sought approval to subdivide one existing lot into two separate lots.

The amendment was presented as a straightforward subdivision request that would create two buildable lots from the current single parcel. No specific details about the lot dimensions, proposed uses, or development plans were recorded in the available materials.

No speakers were identified as participating in the discussion of this agenda item, and no concerns or objections were noted during the proceedings. The amendment appears to have proceeded without significant debate or controversy.

The board approved the subdivision amendment, allowing the property owner to move forward with dividing the single lot into two separate parcels within the Brookhaven Subdivision development.

*Note: Specific transcript timestamps are not available for this agenda item.*

MASTERSON HILLS, UNIT 1-C

The meeting addressed Plan 2013-98F for Masterson Hills, Unit 1-C, a development project located at 3000 Spurr Road. The primary matter under consideration was the approval of a one-year extension for this development unit.

The agenda item was presented as a discussion item requiring council action. The extension request pertained to extending the timeline for the Masterson Hills, Unit 1-C development, which had previously received approval but required additional time to complete the project requirements.

No specific speakers were identified in the available records for this agenda item, and no transcript timestamps were provided to reference particular portions of the discussion. The deliberation appears to have proceeded without significant debate or extended discussion based on the available documentation.

The council ultimately approved the one-year extension request for Masterson Hills, Unit 1-C. This approval allows the development project at 3000 Spurr Road to proceed with an extended timeline, providing the developers additional time to meet their obligations and complete the necessary work for this unit of the larger Masterson Hills development.

The approval of this extension indicates the council found the request reasonable and in compliance with municipal development standards and procedures. Such extensions are typically granted when developers can demonstrate legitimate reasons for delays and continued progress toward project completion.

MAN O' WAR DEVELOPMENT, UNIT 2A, LOTS A-20 & A-21 (AMD)

The board considered agenda item DP 2014-71, an amendment to the Man O' War Development for Unit 2A, specifically addressing Lots A-20 and A-21. The proposed amendment sought approval to reconfigure the buildable area, parking arrangements, and circulation patterns within the development.

The amendment represented modifications to the previously approved development plan, focusing on optimizing the layout and functionality of the designated lots. The changes involved adjustments to where structures could be built on the property, as well as revisions to how vehicles would access and park within the development area.

No specific speakers were identified in the available records for this agenda item, and no transcript timestamp was provided for the discussion period. The nature and extent of any debate or concerns raised during the consideration of this amendment were not documented in the extracted materials.

Following the board's review and discussion of the proposed changes to the Man O' War Development, the amendment was approved. This approval allows the developer to proceed with the reconfigured buildable areas and the revised parking and circulation plan for Lots A-20 and A-21 in Unit 2A of the development.

The approval of DP 2014-71 represents the board's acceptance of the proposed modifications to the original development plan, enabling the project to move forward with the updated configuration that addresses buildable space allocation and traffic flow considerations within the specified lots.

KIRKLEVINGTON HILLS APARTMENTS – SOUTH (AMD)

The commission reviewed agenda item DP 2014-78, an amendment to the Kirklevington Hills Apartments – South development plan. The proposed amendment sought approval to revise the building location and add 4 additional apartments to the existing project.

The amendment represented modifications to the previously approved development, with the primary changes being a relocation of building placement on the site and an expansion of the residential units from the original plan. The addition of 4 apartments would increase the overall density of the Kirklevington Hills Apartments – South development.

No specific concerns or extended debate were documented regarding this amendment. The proposal appeared to be a straightforward modification to accommodate the revised building positioning and unit count increase.

The commission approved the amendment, allowing the developer to proceed with the revised building location and the additional 4 apartments as requested in DP 2014-78.

BROOKHAVEN SUBDIVISION (AMD #10)

The commission considered agenda item DP 2013-19, an amendment to the Brookhaven Subdivision development plan. The proposed amendment sought approval to add building square footage and revise the parking arrangements for the project.

The amendment represents the tenth modification (AMD #10) to the original Brookhaven Subdivision development plan, indicating ongoing adjustments to the project specifications since its initial approval.

The specific details of the building square footage increase and parking revisions were not detailed in the available meeting materials. The amendment was presented to the commission for their review and consideration as part of the standard development plan modification process.

Following discussion, the commission approved the amendment, allowing the requested changes to building square footage and parking to proceed as part of the Brookhaven Subdivision development.

The approval of DP 2013-19 AMD #10 enables the developer to move forward with the modified building and parking specifications for the Brookhaven Subdivision project.