Attachment D - PC Summary - Z-57-23-7.pdf
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REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION January 4, 2024 ITEM NO: 10 DISTRICT NO.: 7 SUBJECT: Application #: Z-57-23-7 Location: Approximately 520 feet south of the southwest corner of Central Avenue and Tamarisk Avenue From: R-5 SPVTABDO and C-3 SPVTABDO To: WU Code T5:2 SPVTABDO Acreage: 2.66 Proposal: Automobile parts and supplies retail Applicant: Ed Bull, Burch & Cracchiolo, P.A. Owner: AutoZone Parts Inc. (c/o Michael Caylor) Representative: Ed Bull, Burch & Cracchiolo, P.A. ACTIONS: Staff Recommendation: Approval, subject to stipulations. Village Planning Committee (VPC) Recommendation: South Mountain 12/12/2023 Approval, per the staff recommendation, with an additional stipulation. Vote: 11-0. Planning Commission Recommendation: Approval, per the South Mountain Village Planning Committee recommendation. Motion Discussion: No Motion details: Commissioner Jaramillo made a MOTION to approve Z-57-23-7, per the South Mountain Village Planning Committee recommendation. Maker: Jaramillo Second: Vice-Chairperson Busching Vote: 7-0 Absent: Mangum Opposition Present: No Findings: 1. The proposed Walkable Urban Code Transect 5:2 District is consistent with Transit Oriented Strategic Policy Framework, the South Central Transit Oriented Community Plan, and with the character of the surrounding area. 2. The proposal will support pedestrian and bicycle mobility by providing shade standards and bicycle standards consistent with the TOD Strategic Policy Framework and other policy plans. 3. As stipulated, the proposal provides bicycle parking that is consistent with the Comprehensive Bicycle Master Plan and the Complete Streets Guiding Principles. ATTACHMENT D Stipulations: 1. Where pedestrian walkways cross a vehicular path, the pathway shall be constructed of decorative pavers, stamped, or colored concrete, or other pavement treatments that visually contrasts parking and drive aisle surfaces, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 2. A minimum of one pedestrian pathway shall be provided to connect the building entrance and public sidewalk using the most direct route for pedestrians and shall be shaded by a structure, minimum 2-inch caliper trees, or a combination thereof, to achieve 75% shade as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 3. A minimum of two green infrastructure (GI) techniques for stormwater management shall be implemented per the Greater Phoenix Metro Green Infrastructure and Low Impact Development Details for Alternative Stormwater Management, as approved, or modified by the Planning and Development Department. 4. A minimum five-foot-wide landscape setback shall be provided along the west side of the site and shall be planted to the following standards, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. a. Minimum 2-inch caliper single-trunk, large canopy, drought-tolerant shade trees planted 20 feet on center or equivalent groupings. b. Native cacti or similar plants to achieve a minimum of 75% live coverage. Where fire lane conflicts exist, the developer shall work with the Planning and Development Department on an alternative design solution. 5. A minimum four-foot-wide landscape setback shall be provided on the north portion of the site and shall be planted with native cacti or similar plants, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 6. Site lighting shall be provided at building entrances/exits, parking areas, and refuse areas, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 7. A minimum of 10% of the required parking spaces shall be EV installed. 8. A minimum of two of the required bicycle parking spaces shall include standard electrical receptacles for electric bicycle charging capabilities, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 9. A publicly accessible bicycle repair station (“fix it station”) shall be provided and maintained on site near a primary site entrance. The bicycle repair station (“fix it station”) shall be provided in an area of high visibility and separated from vehicular maneuvering areas, where applicable. The repair station shall include, but not be limited to: a. Standard repair tools affixed to the station; b. A tire gauge and pump affixed to the base of the station or the ground; c. A bicycle repair stand which allows pedals and wheels to spin freely while making adjustments to the bike. 10. Bicycle parking spaces shall be shaded by a structure, landscaping, or a combination thereof to provide a minimum of 75% shade, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 11. All uncovered surface parking lot areas shall be landscaped with drought tolerant shade trees with one tree provided for every eight vehicular parking spaces, as approved by Planning and Development Department. 12. The existing northernmost access point on Central Avenue shall be removed, if the site is completely redeveloped in the future, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 13. A minimum of 55 feet of right-of-way shall be dedicated for the west half of Central Avenue, adjacent to the development. 14. A minimum 10-foot-wide landscape strip located between the back of curb and sidewalk and minimum 6-foot-wide sidewalk shall be constructed, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 15. All existing electrical utilities within the public right-of-way shall be undergrounded, adjacent to the development. The developer shall coordinate with the affected utility companies for their review and permitting. 16. All streets within and adjacent to the development shall be constructed with paving, curb, gutter, sidewalk, curb ramps, streetlights, median islands, landscaping, and other incidentals, as per plans approved by the Planning and Development Department. All improvements shall comply with all ADA accessibility standards. 17. If determined necessary by the Phoenix Archaeology Office, the applicant shall conduct Phase I data testing and submit an archaeological survey report of the development area for review and approval by the City Archaeologist prior to clearing and grubbing, landscape salvage, and/or grading approval. 18. If Phase I data testing is required, and if, upon review of the results from the Phase I data testing, the City Archaeologist, in consultation with a qualified archaeologist, determines such data recovery excavations are necessary, the applicant shall conduct Phase II archaeological data recovery excavations. 19. In the event archaeological materials are encountered during construction, the developer shall immediately cease all ground-disturbing activities within a 33-foot radius of the discovery, notify the City Archaeologist, and allow time for the Archaeology Office to properly assess the materials. 20. Prior to preliminary site plan approval, the landowner shall execute a Proposition 207 waiver of claims form. The waiver shall be recorded with the Maricopa County Recorder's Office and delivered to the City to be included in the rezoning application file for record. 21. THERE SHALL BE NO FENCING ALONG THE SOUTH PERIMETER OF THE PROPERTY, AS APPROVED BE THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. This publication can be made available in alternate format upon request. Please contact Teleia Galaviz at 602-291-2559, teleia.galaviz@phoenix.gov TTY: Use 7-1-1.