Planning 2019-02-28 Item 3 - Adoption of 1/24/19 Minutes

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Page 4 of 5 January 24, 2019 BAR Minutes PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION PLAT: Staff said preliminary plat approvals are granted by the BAR for subdivisions of more than 10 lots or unit lots. The project initially received preliminary approval in 2008. The applicant is applying for new approval of a revised Phase II. The criteria address compliance with the City's Comprehensive Plan, appropriate infrastructure for the development, easements proposed for shared utility areas, lot design, compliance with subdivision and zoning regulations, maintenance, common infrastructure, recreation spaces and compliance with state law. Staff is recommending approval with 26 conditions as listed in the January 14, 2019 staff report. Mike Overbeck, applicant and developer, was present to answer questions. He said there were some minor changes to the recreation area. He talked about the challenges, many revisions and Jaimie Reavis' hard work. He said it has been a very trying project, but he had gotten lots of positive feedback regarding the project. Mr. Overbeck responded to questions and concerns from the Commissioners Mr. Overbeck said some of the comments from the community were appalling. When asked about the number of conditions for approval for the preliminary plat he said he is not alarmed. Commissioner Watters inquired about the raised planters in the recreation space and suggested starter plants be put in the planters. The applicant said he could suggest it to the HOA that the planter be kept aesthetically pleasing. Commissioner Strander asked if the original homeowners had input in the plot design. Staff said a Notice of Application (NOA) and hearing was done in October and again in December. There have also been conversations with the homeowners and meetings with the HOA regarding the project. Staff said no publiccomments were received in response to the most recent NOA sent out in December. There was no public testimony. The public hearing was closed, DELIBERATION: Commissioner Hansen said he appreciated the amount of effort, time and years the applicant has spent to bring townhomes to Tukwila. He said itis not perfect but there is a lot to like about it, and he is supportive of keeping the project secure through fencing. He also said there were enough conditions that the project will be well monitored. Commissioner Mann said if this project is successful maybe there will be successive projects along the Tukwila Blvd. She also thanked staff and everyone else who have put patience and time into the project. Commissioner Martinez said our region is suffering from affordable housing and townhomes are helpful to young families starting out. He said staff done an excellent job on the presentation both last year and this year. Commissioner Stark said she feels very confident this will be a nice addition to Tukwila. 6