REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
1075 Pomeroy Avenue Four Units Development Project
Report
BACKGROUND
The applicant is requesting a rezoning from Low-Density Multiple Dwelling (R3-18D) to Planned Development (PD), and a Tentative Parcel Map to subdivide the property into four parcels to allow the development of four town houses on a 12,400 square foot property at 1075 Pomeroy Avenue.
The proposal was considered at a noticed public hearing by the City Council on November 21, 2017. Thirteen members of the public spoke in opposition to the project, expressing concerns regarding the proposed Planned Development, property management, parking, density, and historical/architectural compatibility with the adjacent Pomeroy Green and Pomeroy West residential complexes. A letter (Attachment 15) prepared by Mineweaser and Associates, was presented to Council requesting that the Council recognize the potential impact the project may have on the historical character of the adjacent Pomeroy Green and Pomeroy West townhouses. Following public testimony, the City Council concluded that four detached residential units was an appropriate use for the site and referred the project to the Historical and Landmarks Commission (HLC) for input on the project architecture.
The City's recently adopted Historic Preservation Ordinance establishes a procedure for review by the HLC for projects that are designated as historic or within proximity of a designated property. The Ordinance also establishes that in order for a property to be designated the property owner or their authorized representative must consent to the designation. The subject property does not meet the requirements for referral to the HLC and the referral was conducted in addition to the normal requirements for public hearing per Council direction and only in order to provide an opportunity for additional community input on the project design.
DISCUSSION
The project was considered by the HLC at a noticed public me...
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