November 24, 2003 Agenda
November 24,
2003 Minutes
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Town of Emerald Isle
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TOWN OF EMERALD ISLE
Chairperson Anne Erikson called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. Members present were Anne Erikson, Pat Patteson, Pam Minnick, Frank Erwin, Ed Dowling, Jim Craig, and Joe Quigley. Also present were Planning Director, Kevin Reed and Secretary Carol Angus.
The minutes were approved with one typographical error to correct “B-2” to “R-2” on page four. The motion to approve with above correction was made by Pat Patteson, second by Pam Minnick with unanimous approval in favor of the motion.
Report from Planning Director – Mr. Kevin Reed gave the members a brief summary of the Town Board of Commissioners meeting of December 9. He also updated the members on the Land Use Plan Update process and informed them that the next Steering Committee meeting would be on December 10. There were no questions for Mr. Reed regarding the Building Inspections monthly report for October. He noted for the members that, for the month, there was in excess of $6,000,000 in permit values and they collected more than $35,000 in permit fees.
Consider a request by Bell Cove LLC to rezone approximately 5.02 acres located north of Coast Guard Road and west of Highway 58 (Emerald Drive) from B-3 (Business) to RMF (Residential Multi-Family). This property is located north of Coast Guard Road and west of Highway 58. For a rezoning request it is policy for the Planning Board to consider and discuss the application and make a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners at its next meeting.
Mr. Dowling had a number of valid points that should be addressed if and when a rezoning would be approved for this area and the subsequent plan for development is submitted for review. The property is located in a highly traveled and visible area that will require diligent review by staff and board members. Mr. Reed had submitted a map of the area to be rezoned along with the required application.
This rezoning request will be considered and be on the agenda for recommendation at the December planning board meeting.
Consider a request by William R. Campbell for the subdivision of approximately 4.03 acres located on the west side of Janell Lane in order to create nine (9) lots. The residential subdivision is located east of the Boardwalk RV Park and west of the Daisywood Subdivision. This is coming before the Board as a preliminary and final plat. There is no infrastructure required to serve the lots since all will have access to existing Town streets. Mr. Reed advised that the town’s engineer, Greg Meshaw, had reviewed the stormwater plan for the subdivision and found it to be consistent with the Town’s ordinances. Mr. Reed also noted that as each lot is developed that an approved stormwater plan for each residence will have to be approved prior to the issuance of any building permits. He further noted that the Fire Chief, Police Chief and Public Works Director had all reviewed and approved the proposed subdivision.
Ed Dowling made the motion to recommend preliminary and final plat approval of the Sea Watch Subdivision to the Board of Commissioners. The motion was seconded by Pam Minnick and passed unanimously (6 to 0 with 1 abstention).
Discussion on the regulations governing the construction of piers. After a brief discussion of this matter, the Board agreed that prior to taken any action they need some input from the Board of Commissioners on how they would like the Planning Board to proceed. A motion to table this item pending direction from the Town Board was made by Pat Patteson. The motion was seconded by Pam Minnick and passed unanimously (7 to 0).
COMMENTS:
Commissioner Marks asked Mr. Reed about the egress from the proposed site in the previous rezoning issue. Mr. Reed advised that entry for portion of the property that will remain zoned commercial will be from Coast Guard Road from Hwy 58 by a right turn only. The portion of the property proposed for RMF zoning will be via an access road to be constructed opposite the entrance to Pebble Beach Condominiums, which is at the western most side of the property.
Ms. Minnick asked if the Town could request and obtain traffic lighting. Mr. Reed advised that the Town could request from NCDOT changes or additions in lighting along State maintained roadways.
Pat Patteson commended Mr. Reed on the great job he is doing as the new Planning Director.
Motion to adjourn was made by Pam Minnick. The motion was seconded by Ed Dowling and passed unanimously (7 to 0).
Respectfully submitted:
Carol Angus, Secretary |