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Home My WebLink About2011-07-21 Municipal Planning Commission (Regular) Minutes COUNTY OF NEWELL NO 4 MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING July 21, 2011 The regular Municipal Planning Commission Meeting of the County of Newell No. 4 was held in the County Office at Brooks, AB on Thursday, July 21, 2011 commencing at 10:03 a.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: M. Douglass, Councillor C. Amulung, Councillor M. Nesbitt, Councillor L. Juss, Councillor A. Eastman, Councillor B. de Jong, Councillor J. Bulger, Councillor A.M. Philipsen, Councillor & M.P.C. Chair I. Schroeder, Councillor R. Andrews, Councillor STAFF: K. Stephenson, CAO L. Johnson, Assistant Administrator D. Horvath, Planner - ORRSC A. Wickert, Development Control Officer S. Simpson, Administrative Assistant OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE: S. Stanway, Brooks Bulletin Chris Thom, Ratepayer D. Lester, Development Control Clerk M. Gietz, Economic Development Coordinator M. Fitzgerald, The one M. Harbicht, Superintendent of Public Works 1. CALL TO ORDER The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:03 a.m. 2. EXCUSED FROM MEETING All members were present. 3. MINUTES a) July 7, 2011 c i P- 59/11 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR A. EASTMAN that the minutes of the July 7, 2011 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 -60/11 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR M. NESBITT that the agenda be adopted as presented. MOTION CARRIED 9. OTHER BUSINESS a) DELEGATION Funeral Home Chris Thom introduced himself and explained that he has been looking at property in the City of Brooks and County of Newell for an appropriate place to start a funeral home. Mr. Thom has not applied for a permit but wanted to explain what he would like and answer any questions the M.P.C. may have regarding a funeral home in the County of Newell. He has a parcel in mind near the Horticultural Centre. He explained that funeral homes are regulated by the Provincial Government and when questioned about disposing of fluid he responded that there is no legislation for how fluid is disposed however there would be no harmful chemicals such as formaldehyde flushed, therefore will not affect the environment. The County Planner pointed out that the land in question is zoned Urban Fringe and that funeral homes are not listed as a use in the County bylaw. She also noted that there is no direct access to the parcel via a public road, the only access is a private road going through the Horticultural Centre and that the applicant would require an easement agreement with the Medicine Hat College and Horticultural Centre. The County Planner explained that the site is not serviced with sanitary sewer or water. Mr. Thom responded that the parcel is 24 acres with a long drive with a double septic field and commercial boiler with room for expansion. The M.P.C. had concerns about the maintenance of the driveway. Mr. Thom replied that currently the owners utilize a commercial snow removal company and that would continue. The County Planner reiterated that zoning and access issues would have to be addressed in the event that an application is submitted. Mr. Thom thanked M.P.C. for the opportunity to meet and discuss this proposed development. Left the meeting 10:30 Chris Thom, Ratepayer Jul 21 2011 Municipal y Planning Commission Page 2 6. SUBDIVISIONS +' a) #201.1 -0 -105 - NE 21 -18 -14 -W4M, Division 5 George Redelback c/o Karen Redelback (Owner) / (Applicant) To subdivide an approximate 4.72 ha (12 acre) parcel from a portion of the NE 21- 18 -14, which is proposed to be consolidated with an adjacent quarter section SE 21 -18 -W4M. The County Planner provided background information on the proposed subdivision. It was noted that the application was presented to the I.M.D.P. and there were no concerns. The County Planner explained that it was a reconfiguration and there may be a need for a 20 metre road access easement to service the consolidated parcel. P -61/11 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR B. DE.ONG that the Municipal Planning Commission APPROVE subdivision #2011 -0 -105, subject to the following conditions: 1. That all outstanding property taxes shall be paid to the County of Newell. 2. That the subdivided portion of NE 21 -18 -14 -W4M be consolidated with the adjacent quarter section SE 21 -18 -W4M in a manner such that the resulting Certificate of Title could not be subdivided without the approval of the Subdivision Authority MOTION CARRIED 7. HOME OCCUPATION PERMITS a) HO 259 - SE 6 -15 -13 -W4M, Plan 821 1670, Block 1, Lot 18, Division 1 Clare Ferguson (Owner) / (Applicant) Excavating Operation The Manager of Planning and Development provided background information on the proposed development permit. P -62/11 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR C. AMULUNG that the Municipal Planning Commission APPROVE Home Occupation Permit #259 for an excavating operation subject to the following conditions: This permanent permit is being granted only for the excavating operation on lands legally described as Lot 18, Block 1, Plan 821 1670, SE 6 -15 -13 W4M. Any additional development shall require prior approval of a separate permit application. The proposed development complying with: a) The provisions pertaining to the Hamlet Residential District and all relevant schedules, as outlined in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw #1626 -07. b) All Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, regulations, codes and standards. c) All Alberta Building Codes and Safety Codes, where applicable. July 21, 2011 Municipal Planning Commission Page 3 d) It is responsibility of the developer to obtain all permits from an accredited inspection agency. The Municipal Planning Commission has approved HO 259 for the following reasons: 1. The proposed development complies with the Municipal Development Plan. 2. The Development Authority is satisfied that the proposed development is suitable for the purpose for which it is intended under the Hamlet Residential District (Schedule 2), Standards of Development (Schedule 4) and Home Occupation and Agricultural Support Services (Schedule 13), as specified in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw #1626 -07. 3. No objections have been received from adjacent landowners or referral agencies with respect to the proposed development. Subject to the following conditions e) That this development is located as shown on the site plan approved in this application and submitted June 6, 2011. Any changes to that plan shall require the written approval from the Development Officer. f) That there are no more than 2 resident employees and no non- resident employees involved in the operation of this business. g) That there is no advertising or display of produce being permitted on the property except for one indirectly illuminated sign of 1 m2 placed flat against the building or fence. MOTION CARRIED 8. DEVELOPMENT PERMITS a) Permit #3528 - SW 20 -15 -15 W4M, Division 4 Johan Thiessen (Owner) / (Applicant) Dwelling with attached garage; variance to front yard setback The Manager of Planning and Development provided background information on the proposed development permit. It was noted that the EID is currently working in the ditch so will arrange with applicant on where to put the road approach. P -63/11 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR R. ANDREWS that the Municipal Planning Commission APPROVE Development Permit #3528 for a dwelling with attached garage and variance to the front yard setback subject to the following conditions: This permit is being granted only for the installation of a 3152 ft (292.8 m single detached dwelling with attached 2 -car garage, and with a variance to the front yard setback, on lands legally described as SW 20- 15-15 W4M. Any additional development shall require prior approval of a separate permit application. The proposed development complying with: a) The provisions pertaining to the Hamlet Residential District and all relevant schedules, as outlined in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw #1626 -07. b) All Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, regulations, codes and standards. July 21, 2011 Municipal Planning Commission Page 4 kj\1\ c) All Alberta Building Codes and Safety Codes, where applicable. d) It is responsibility of the developer to obtain all permits from an accredited inspection agency. The Municipal Planning Commission has approved DP #3528 for the following reasons: 1. The proposed development complies with both the Municipal Development Plan. 2. The Development Authority is satisfied that the proposed development is suitable for the purpose for which it is intended under the Agricultural District (Schedule 2), and Standards of Development (Schedule 4) as specified in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw #1626-07. 3. No objections have been received from adjacent landowners or referral agencies with respect to the proposed development. Subject to the following conditions e) That this development is located as shown on the site plan approved in this application and submitted June 15, 2011. Any changes to that plan shall require the written approval of the Development Officer. f) That the following setbacks on all sides are maintained for this development: Front (from RR 15 -5): 75 ft (23 m) Side (north and south) 10 ft (3 m) g) That the property is not used for conducting a business or commercial operation without first obtaining the required permits. h) The developer must start construction before July 30, 2012 and be completed by July 30, 2013. In the event that either of these dates cannot be met, the developer may be required to apply for a new permit. MOTION CARRIED 9. OTHER BUSINESS - Continued b) Transmission Tower — NW 8 -21 -13 W4M The Manager of Planning and Development provided background information on the Transmission Tower. She explained that there was a request for a Development Permit in May for a Telecommunications tower in Division 3. After checking requirements from Industry Canada, they have already circulated to adjacent landowners. It was also noted by the Manager of Planning and Development that they are exempt for a Development Permit from the County but that they have requested a letter of concurrence. M.P.C. responded that the Manager of Planning and Development should write the letter of concurrence and to include that they must ensure that all landowner concerns are dealt with. P -64/11 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR M. DOUGLASS that the Municipal Planning Commission supports the letter of concurrence with the above stated condition. MOTION CARRIED c July 21, 2011 Municipal Planning Commission Page 5 10. POST AGENDA 11. IN CAMERA ITEMS There were no in camera items. 12. OUESTION PERIOD None 13. ADJOURN Being that the agenda matters have been concluded the meeting adjourned at 10:50 a.m. Signed by the Chairman and Assistant Administrator this Day of ( , 2011. • • .1. CHAI: i ASST. ADr 1INI TOR 'err✓ July 21, 2011 Municipal Planning Commission . Page 6