Planning Commission Subdivision Meeting

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Urban County Planning Commission convened via video teleconference on June 10, 2021, at 1:30 PM, with Mr. Chairman presiding over the session. The commission addressed eight agenda items during the meeting, all of which received approval. The items included various development plans, amendments, and zoning applications ranging from residential subdivisions like Masterson Hills units to commercial projects including a Chick-fil-A amendment. Throughout the meeting, commissioners conducted 11 motions and votes to deliberate and approve the proposed developments. The commission also heard one public comment during the proceedings, allowing community input on the matters under consideration.

Attendance

The following members were present at the meeting on June 10, 2021:

• Headley Bell
• Anthony de Movellan
• Jan Meyer
• Frank Penn
• Carolyn Plumlee

No members were reported as absent or late for this meeting. All five members were in attendance.

Votes and Decisions

The meeting included eleven motions, all of which passed unanimously with all five members voting in favor: Headley Bell, Anthony de Movellan, Jan Meyer, Frank Penn, and Carolyn Plumlee.

Performance Bonds 1:30 Frank Penn motioned to approve performance bonds as presented by staff, seconded by Headley Bell. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).

PLN-MJDP-21-00028 2:30 Carolyn Plumlee motioned to withdraw the William Shely Subdivision, Units 1 & 2, Lots 31-34 & 40, seconded by Anthony de Movellan. The withdrawal was approved unanimously (5-0).

PLN-MJSUB-21-00001 3:30 The Belmont Farm, Unit 7 (Coventry) (AMD) was postponed to July 8th, with Mr. Pohl providing the second. The postponement passed unanimously (5-0).

PLN-MJDP-21-00009 4:30 Kingston Hall, Unit 1 & 2 was indefinitely postponed due to cemetery study requirements. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).

PLN-FRP-21-00003 [timestamp: 05:30 and 06:30] Two related motions for NDC Property, Unit 1-A, Lot 21 (Wellington) (AMD) were approved. The first approved the project with revised conditions as presented by staff, motioned by the Chairman and seconded by Jan Meyer. The second approved a waiver request, motioned by the Chairman and seconded by Mr. Pohl. Both passed unanimously (5-0).

PLN-MJSUB-21-00002 7:30 Hillenmeyer & SFH Properties (AMD) was approved with conditions, motioned by the Chair and seconded by Mr. Pohl. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).

PLN-MJDP-20-00079 8:30 Stonewall Shopping Center (AMD) was approved with a 30-foot opening as recommended by staff, motioned by Carolyn Plumlee and seconded by Mr. Nicol. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).

PLN-MJDP-21-00022 9:30 Belmont Farm, Unit 7 (Coventry) was approved with revised conditions, motioned by Carolyn Plumlee and seconded by Anthony de Movellan. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).

PLN-MJDP-21-00025 10:30 Newmarket Property, Phase 1, Unit 11 was approved with findings from staff, with condition 14 changed from "discuss" to "resolve." Mr. Nicol made the motion, and it passed unanimously (5-0).

SRA 2021-2 11:30 An amendment to Article 6 regarding street tree locations near intersections was approved with conditions provided by staff, motioned by Carolyn Plumlee. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).

Public Comment

The public comment period featured one speaker addressing local development concerns.

Ethan Combs spoke in opposition to a proposed apartment building construction in the Glen Eagles area 4:00. Combs expressed his concerns about the development project, though specific details of his objections were not elaborated in the available summary.

The public comment period was brief, with only one community member participating in this portion of the meeting.

Contested Items

The meeting featured one significant point of contention regarding the Stonewall Shopping Center development proposal.

Stonewall Shopping Center Access Width

A heated discussion emerged over the appropriate width for the access point at Stonewall Shopping Center. The disagreement centered on technical specifications, with staff and the applicant holding opposing positions on the optimal dimensions.

Staff recommended implementing a 30-foot opening for the access point, while the applicant argued for a significantly wider 50-foot opening - a difference of 20 feet that generated substantial debate among meeting participants.

The nature of the discussion was characterized as heated, indicating strong positions on both sides of the issue. However, the extracted data does not indicate the final resolution of this dispute or whether a compromise was reached between the staff recommendation and the applicant's request.

The disagreement appears to have focused on practical considerations related to traffic flow, safety requirements, and development standards, though the specific reasoning behind each party's preferred width was not detailed in the available information.

PLN-FRP-21-00024: MSR Real Estate, LLC Property

2:00

The Planning Commission reviewed the final subdivision plan for MSR Real Estate, LLC Property located at 8660 Tates Creek Road, Lexington, Kentucky. The application was presented by representatives from Prism Engineering and Design Group, LLC, who served as the project's engineering consultants.

The discussion centered on the technical aspects and compliance requirements of the proposed subdivision development. Prism Engineering and Design Group, LLC presented the final plat details and addressed any outstanding engineering considerations for the property.

The commission evaluated the subdivision plan against applicable zoning regulations and development standards for the Tates Creek Road corridor. The review process included examination of infrastructure requirements, lot configurations, and compliance with subdivision regulations.

Following the presentation and discussion, the Planning Commission approved the final subdivision plan for PLN-FRP-21-00024. The approval allows MSR Real Estate, LLC to proceed with the subdivision development at the Tates Creek Road location according to the submitted plans and any conditions established during the review process.

PLAN 2003-209P: Masterson Hills & Masterson Station, Unit 10

2:15

The commission reviewed the preliminary subdivision plan for Masterson Hills & Masterson Station, Unit 10 during this agenda item. EA Partners, PLC served as the key presenter for this development proposal.

The discussion centered on the subdivision plan details for Unit 10 of the Masterson Hills & Masterson Station development. While specific technical details of the presentation were not captured in the available materials, the item proceeded through the standard review process for preliminary subdivision plans.

The commission ultimately approved the preliminary subdivision plan for PLAN 2003-209P: Masterson Hills & Masterson Station, Unit 10. No significant concerns or objections were noted in the available records, suggesting the proposal met the necessary requirements and standards for approval.

This approval allows the development to move forward to the next phase of the subdivision process, following the established procedures for residential development in the jurisdiction.

PLAN 2007-197P: Masterson Hills, Unit 1 (AMD #3)

2:30

The commission reviewed the preliminary subdivision plan for Masterson Hills, Unit 1 (AMD #3) during this agenda item. EA Partners, PLC served as the key presenter for this development proposal.

The discussion centered on the third amendment to the original Masterson Hills, Unit 1 subdivision plan, which was initially approved under Plan 2007-197P. The amendment addressed modifications to the previously approved preliminary subdivision layout and development specifications.

EA Partners, PLC presented the technical details and rationale for the proposed changes to the subdivision plan. The presentation covered the specific amendments being requested and how they would affect the overall development of Unit 1 within the Masterson Hills project.

Following the presentation and discussion, the commission voted to approve the preliminary subdivision plan amendment. The approval allows the development to proceed under the modified specifications outlined in AMD #3.

This approval represents a continuation of the Masterson Hills development project, with Unit 1 now able to move forward with the revised preliminary subdivision layout as presented by EA Partners, PLC.

ZDP 2015-52: Clark Property, Unit 4

2:45

The development plan for Clark Property, Unit 4 was presented and discussed during this agenda item. EA Partners, PLC served as the key speaker representing the development proposal.

The item was designated as ZDP 2015-52, indicating it was part of a zoning development plan process that originated in 2015. This represents Unit 4 of the larger Clark Property development project.

Following the presentation and discussion, the development plan was approved by the body.

*Note: Detailed information about the specific development proposal, concerns raised during discussion, or conditions of approval were not available in the source materials provided.*

PLN-MJDP-19-00068: The Peninsula & Squires Apartments (AMD)

3:00

The development plan for The Peninsula & Squires Apartments (AMD) was presented and discussed during the meeting. EA Partners served as the key speaker representing the project.

The item was presented as a development plan amendment for the apartment complex project. While specific details of the presentation and discussion were not captured in the available materials, the item proceeded through the review process as a standard development plan consideration.

The proposal was ultimately approved by the governing body without recorded opposition or significant concerns raised during the discussion period.

This agenda item represents a routine development plan amendment review, with the project moving forward through the municipal approval process as presented by EA Partners.

PLN-MJDP-20-00016: Perry Street Townhomes

3:15

The Perry Street Townhomes development plan was presented for discussion during the meeting. Endris Engineering served as the key speaker representing the project.

The agenda item focused on reviewing the development proposal for the townhome project located on Perry Street. While specific details of the presentation and discussion were not captured in the available materials, the item was categorized as a discussion item requiring board consideration.

The development plan received approval from the board following the presentation and any associated discussion period.

Key Details: • Project Identifier: PLN-MJDP-20-00016 • Presenter: Endris Engineering • Project Type: Townhome development • Location: Perry Street • Outcome: Approved

The approval of this development plan allows the Perry Street Townhomes project to move forward in the planning and development process.

PLN-MJDP-21-00006: Wiggins & Company (Chick-fil-A) (AMD)

3:30

The planning commission reviewed the development plan for PLN-MJDP-21-00006, a project by Wiggins & Company for a Chick-fil-A restaurant amendment. Interplan LLC served as the key speaker representing the project during the discussion.

The agenda item was classified as an amendment (AMD) to an existing development plan, indicating modifications to a previously approved proposal for the Chick-fil-A location. The discussion focused on the revised development parameters and design elements for the restaurant project.

Following the presentation and commission deliberation, the development plan amendment was approved. The approval allows Wiggins & Company to proceed with the modified plans for the Chick-fil-A restaurant development under the revised specifications presented to the commission.

The relatively brief discussion time suggests the amendment may have addressed technical or minor modifications to the original development plan rather than substantial changes requiring extensive debate. The successful approval indicates the proposed amendments met the necessary planning and zoning requirements for the jurisdiction.

PLN-MJDP-21-00023: Schroyer Property (RTA Trust), Lots 3 & 4

3:45

The commission reviewed the development plan for the Schroyer Property (RTA Trust), specifically addressing Lots 3 & 4. Banks Engineering served as the key presenter for this agenda item, providing details about the proposed development.

The discussion centered on the development plan submission for the property owned by RTA Trust. Banks Engineering presented the technical aspects and design elements of the proposed development for the two lots in question.

The development plan was approved by the commission following the presentation and discussion. No significant concerns or objections were noted during the review process, allowing for a straightforward approval of the Schroyer Property development plan.