Planning Commission Zoning Items

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Urban County Planning Commission convened on February 22, 2024, at 1:30 PM in the Council Chamber on the 2nd Floor of the LFUCG Government Center at 200 East Main Street in Lexington, Kentucky, with Larry Forester presiding. The commission addressed three agenda items during the session, including informational updates on postponements and withdrawals, and two zoning map amendment applications. Both zoning amendment requests—one from UCD Midland, LLC and another from Pizza Pios, LLC—were approved by the commission. The meeting involved seven recorded motions and votes, with no public comments presented during the proceedings.

Attendance

The following members were present at the February 22, 2024 meeting:

• Larry Forester
• Zach Davis
• William Wilson
• Johnathon Davis
• Janice Meyer
• Judy Worth
• Ivy Barksdale

The following members were absent:

• Bruce Nicol
• Robin Michler
• Mike Owens
• Graham Pohl

No members arrived late to the meeting.

Seven members were present and four members were absent from the February 22, 2024 meeting.

Votes and Decisions

The commission took action on seven items during the February 22, 2024 meeting, with three postponements and four approvals. All votes were unanimous.

Postponements:

• PLN-MAR-24-00002: Motion by Zach Davis, seconded by Judy Worth, to postpone the Anthony Humphress zoning map amendment and variance request to the March 28, 2024 public hearing. Passed unanimously 6-0. 0:00

• PLN-MJDP-23-00076: Motion by William Wilson, seconded by Johnathon Davis, to postpone the Shriners Hospital/Masonic Temple Association of Lexington development plan to the March 14, 2024 public hearing. Passed unanimously 7-0. 0:00

• PLN-ZOTA-23-00004: Motion by Janice Meyer, seconded by Ivy Barksdale, to postpone the amendment to Article 8-1, Outdoor Recreation in the Agricultural Rural (A-R) Zone to the March 28, 2024 public hearing. Passed unanimously 7-0. 0:00

Approvals:

• PLN-MAR-23-00022: Motion by William Wilson, seconded by Johnathon Davis, to approve the UCD Midland, LLC zoning map amendment subject to approval and certification of PLN-MJDP-24-00005. Passed unanimously 7-0. 0:00

• PLN-MJDP-24-00005: Motion by William Wilson, seconded by Ivy Barksdale, to approve the Arthur E. Abshire Property development plan with revised conditions recommended by Staff. Passed unanimously 7-0. 0:00

• PLN-MAR-24-00001: Motion by Zach Davis, seconded by Judy Worth, to approve the Pizza Pios, LLC zoning map amendment subject to approval and certification of PLN-MJDP-23-00082. Passed unanimously 7-0. 0:00

• PLN-MJDP-23-00082: Motion by Zach Davis, seconded by Johnathon Davis, to approve the Warfield Bell Subdivision development plan with revised conditions recommended by Staff, removing conditions #5, 7, 8, and 12. Passed unanimously 7-0. 0:00

All voting members present participated in each vote: Larry Forester, Zach Davis, William Wilson, Johnathon Davis, Janice Meyer, Judy Worth, and Ivy Barksdale.

Postponements and Withdrawals

0:00 The meeting opened with consideration of requests for postponement and withdrawal of various zoning map amendments and development plans. This agenda item served as an informational discussion to address scheduling changes for pending applications before the board.

Key speakers during this portion included Dick Murphy, Matt Carter, and Daniel Crum, who presented the requests and provided context for the scheduling adjustments needed for various development proposals.

The discussion focused on procedural matters related to applicants seeking to postpone their hearings or withdraw their applications entirely. These requests typically arise when developers need additional time to address technical issues, respond to community concerns, or make revisions to their proposals before proceeding with the formal review process.

No specific concerns were raised during this discussion, as the item was primarily administrative in nature. The speakers outlined which cases would be affected by the postponements and withdrawals, ensuring that board members and the public were aware of any changes to the meeting schedule and upcoming agenda items.

The outcome was informational, with the board acknowledging the requests and updating their calendar accordingly. This procedural item helps maintain an organized review process by allowing applicants the flexibility to properly prepare their cases while keeping the board informed of any scheduling changes that may affect future meetings.

UCD Midland, LLC Zoning Map Amendment

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The city council considered a petition from UCD Midland, LLC for a zoning map amendment to rezone property located at 610 Winchester Road. The request sought to change the zoning designation from Light Industrial (I-1) to Downtown Frame Business (B-2A).

Key speakers during the discussion included Daniel Crum, Tom Martin, and Chris Clendenen, who presented information and participated in the deliberation of this zoning change request.

The petition was ultimately approved by the council, allowing the property at 610 Winchester Road to be rezoned from its current Light Industrial classification to the Downtown Frame Business designation. This zoning change will permit different types of commercial and business activities on the property that align with the B-2A zoning requirements.

The approval of this zoning map amendment represents a shift from industrial use to business-oriented development for this Winchester Road location, reflecting potential changes in the area's development patterns and economic focus.

Pizza Pios, LLC Zoning Map Amendment

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The council considered a petition from Pizza Pios, LLC for a zoning map amendment to change the classification of property located at 469 and 471 Jefferson Street from Light Industrial (I-1) zone to Neighborhood Business (B-1) zone.

Key speakers during the discussion included Daniel Crum, Tom Martin, and Brady Barlow, though specific details of their presentations and comments were not captured in the available materials.

The zoning change would allow the property to transition from industrial use to neighborhood business use, which typically permits retail establishments, restaurants, and other commercial activities that serve the local community. The B-1 Neighborhood Business zone generally has less intensive commercial uses compared to other business districts and is designed to be compatible with nearby residential areas.

The council approved the zoning map amendment petition, allowing Pizza Pios, LLC to proceed with their planned use of the Jefferson Street properties under the new B-1 zoning classification.

*Note: Limited transcript details were available for this agenda item. The timestamp and speaker information may not reflect the complete discussion that occurred during the meeting.*