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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-08-06 Municipal Planning Commission (Regular) Minutes County of Newell MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING August 6, 2015 The regular Municipal Planning Commission Meeting of the County of Newell was held in the County Office at Brooks, AB on Thursday, August 6, 2015 commencing at 10:00 a.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: M. Douglass, Councillor A.M. Philipsen, Councillor, Vice M.P.C. Chair B. de Jong, Councillor L. Juss, Councillor G. Simpson, Councillor& M.P.C. Chair C. Amulung, Councillor E. Unruh, Councillor W. Hammergren, Councillor K. Christman, Councillor T. Fyfe, Councillor ABSENT: STAFF: K. Stephenson, CAO L. Johnson, Director of Corporate Services D. Horvath, County Planner A. Wickert, Manager of Planning & Development S. Simpson, Development Clerk P. Elliott, Administrative Assistant, Planning OTHERS IN S. Stanway, Brooks Bulletin ATTENDANCE: S. Stroud, Applicant M. Harbicht, Director of Municipal Services G. Tiffin, Manager of Engineering Services 1. CALL TO ORDER The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. 2. EXCUSED FROM MEETING All members were present. 3. MINUTES 3.1 July 23, 2015 Meeting Minutes P-71/15 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR M. DOUGLASS that the minutes of the July 23, 2015 Municipal Planning Commission meeting be adopted as presented. MOTION CARRIED 4. CALL FOR POST AGENDA ITEMS The Chairman called for post agenda items. 5. ADOPTION OF AGENDA P-72/15 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR A.M. Philipsen that the agenda be adopted as presented. MOTION CARRIED 6. DEVELOPMENT REPORT a) Permitted Use Report -July 1 - 31, 2015 The Development Clerk provided background information on the Development Report. Councillor G. Simpson asked that since S. Shroud's permit was included on the permitted use list, did that mean that the permit had been approved. The Development Clerk responded that even though the permit was a permitted use, the shared access issue required approval from MPC. P-73/15 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR E. UNRUH that the Development Report be adopted as presented. MOTION CARRIED 7. DEVELOPMENT PERMITS a) DP 2015088 - Lot 15, Block 1, Plan 0815573, SE 31-20-14 W4M, Construction of a detached garage. The Development Clerk provided background information on the proposed permit. The applicant explained to MPC that according to an agreement that was registered on the titles, his property is listed as the primary user of the easement and the adjacent landowner to the south has secondary usage. Councillor A.M. Philipsen asked the applicant how difficult it would be to move the access so that it was entirely on his property. The applicant replied that it could be done, but added that a power pole would need to be moved and the access would cover up a portion of his septic field. Councillor B. de Jong asked the Planning & Development department to clarify why the easement would not be allowed, since both neighbours agreed to the arrangement. The County Planner responded that anytime additional development is being requested, the easement will need to be revisited. The question for MPC is that, even though the easement is legal, is it the best access solution for the properties? The County Planner informed MPC that the permit application was brought to MPC so that they could consider the following matters in making their decision about access: • the parcel to the south has liability due to people crossing the property, • everyone must be treated the same, and • MPC has the ability to place conditions on the permit approval. Councillor C. Amulung made a motion to approve Option 1 from the development report. / P-74/15 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR C. AMULUNG that the Municipal Planning Commission APPROVE Development Permit 2015088, for the construction of a 2400 ft2 (223 m2) detached garage, subject to the conditions outlined below. This permit is being granted only to provide approval for the construction of a 2400 ft2 (223 m2) detached garage, on lands legally described as Lot 15, Block 1, Plan 0815573, SE 31-20-14 W4M. Any additional development shall require prior approval of a separate permit application. The proposed development complying with: 1. The provisions pertaining to the Acreage Residential District and all relevant schedules, as outlined in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw#1755-12. 2. All Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, regulations, codes and standards. 3. All Alberta Building Codes and Safety Codes, where applicable. Reasons for Approval The Municipal Planning Commission has approved DP 2015088 for the following reasons: a) The proposed development complies with the Municipal Development Plan; except the access by easement. b) The Development Authority is satisfied that the proposed development is suitable for the purpose for which it is intended under the Acreage Residential District (Schedule 2) and Standards of Development (Schedule 4) as specified in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw#1755-12. Conditions of Development 1. That this development is located as shown on the site plan provided with this application and submitted July 28, 2015. Any changes to that plan shall require the written approval from the Development Officer. 2. That the property is not used for conducting a business or commercial operation without first obtaining the required permits. 3. That the following setbacks are maintained for this development: Front (east): 100 ft (30.5 m) Side (north & south): 25 ft (7.6 m) Rear (west): 25 ft (7.6m) 4. That the developer must start construction before August 20, 2016. In the event that this date cannot be met, the developer must apply for an extension and may be required to apply for a new permit. MOTION CARRIED LEFT THE MEETING G.Tiffin and S. Shroud left at 10:30 a.m. 8. POST AGENDA ITEMS There were no post agenda items. 9. IN CAMERA There were no in camera items. 10. INFORMATION ITEMS a) Review Land Use Bylaw 1755-12: Review of Part 3 Bylaw 1844-15 The County Planner provided background information on Bylaw 1844-15, amendments to Administration Section and Schedule 6 Telecom Protocol. The County Planner reviewed the proposed changes to the Land Use Bylaw that would come into effect under Bylaw 1844-15. MPC was given the opportunity to ask questions about the proposed changes. The County Planner provided clarification for MPC members about the changes that were being recommended by the Land Use Bylaw committee. LEFT THE MEETING S. Simpson left at 11:02 a.m. RETURNED TO MEETING S. Simpson returned at 11:04 a.m. 10.2 EID Tower- SW 3-20-17 W4M The Manager of Planning & Development informed MPC that the Eastern Irrigation District has advertised in the local papers and will be holding an Open House for the proposed tower at SW 3-20-17 W4M on August 21, 2015. After that, they will submit a report and request for concurrence by the County. 11. QUESTION PERIOD 12. ADJOURN Being that the agenda matters have been concluded the meeting adjourned at 11:14 a.m. Signed by the Chairman and Director of Corporate Services this /0 Day of s6P7x4 6 e/2 , 2015. 1,‘I/ Chair r"-- o....ra I. Director of or•• :to Services