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TYPE H TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION
STAFF REPORT & DECISION N
vrolect Name: Mountamvaie Apartments, LLL,
37 -Lot (44 Unit) Subdivision
Project Proposal: Subdivide three (3) existing
tracts of land into 37 residential lots
Case Number: 811-19-000075-TYP2
Project Location: Near the intersection of 32' `
Street and Jasper Road and Kintzley Avenue
Map 18-02-06-24, TLs 3600, 3701, & 3900
Zoning: Low Density Residential (LDR)
Comprehensive Plan Designation: LDR
Pre -Submittal Meeting Date: Feb. 5, 2019
Application Submitted Date: March 25, 2019
Decision Issued Date: May 17, 2019
Recommendation: Approved with Conditions
Appeal Deadline Date: lune 3, 2019
Natural Features: N/A
Density: Approximately 6.9 Units per acre
Associated Applications: 811 -19 -000020 -PRE (Pre -Submittal); ANX15-00004 (Annexation)
CITY OF SPRINGFIELD DEVELOPMENT REVIEW TEAM
POSITION
REVIEWOF
NAME
PHONE
Project Manager
Planning
Drew Larson
541-736-1003
Transportation Planning
Transportation
Michael Liebler
541-736-1034
Public Works Engineer
Utilities
Clayton McEachern
541-736-1036
Deputy Fire Marshal
Fire and Life Safety
Eric Phillips -Meadow
541-736-1036
Building Official
Building
David Bowlsby
541-726-3661
APPLICANTS DEVELOPMENT REVIEW TEAM
Applicant/Owner
Applicant Representative
Engineer
Surveyor
Mountainvale
Metro Planning, Inc.
A & 0 Engineering
EGR & Associates, Inc.
Apartments, LLC
Jed Truett
Scott Morris
Ryan Erickson
525 Harlow Road
846 A Street
370 Q Street, STE 200
2535 B Prairie Road
Springield, OR 97477
Springfield, OR 97477
Springfield, OR 97477
Eugene, OR 97402
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DECISION: The standards of the Springfield Development Code (SDC) applicable to each criterion of Subdivision
Approval are listed herein and are satisfied by the submitted plans and notes unless specifically noted with
findings and conditions necessary for compliance. PUBLIC AND PRIVATE IMPROVEMENTS, AS WELL AS THE
FINAL PLAT, MUST CONFORM TO THE SUBMITTED PLANS AS CONDITIONED HEREIN. This is a limited land use
decision made according to City code and state statutes. Unless appealed, the decision is final. Please read this
document carefully.
OTHER USES AUTHORIZED BY THE DECISION: None. Future development will be in accordance with the
provisions of the SDC, filed easements and agreements, and all applicable local, state and federal regulations.
REVIEW PROCESS: This application is reviewed under Type 11 procedures listed in SDC 5.1-130 and the tentative
plan criteria of approval, SDC 5.12-125. This application was accepted as complete on January 16, 2019. This
decision is issued on the 50 day of the 120 days mandated by the state.
SITE INFORMATION: The subject property is located just east of the intersection of Jasper Road and South 32ntl
Street and adjacent to Kintzley Avenue. The property is zoned Low Density Residential in accordance with the
Metro Plan. The site is currently vacant with multiple trees over 5-inches at DBH. The property was annexed in
2015 along with an Annexation Development Agreement. Jasper Road is fully improved and City of Springfield
maintained. Kintzley Avenue is a Lane County Local Access Road with approximately 20 feet of paving and
stormwater swales.
PROCEDURAL FINDING: Applications for Limited Land Use Decisions require the notification of property
owners/occupants within 300 feet of the subject property allowing for a 14-day comment period on the
application (SDC 5.1-130 and 5.2-115). The applicant and parties submitting written comments during the
notice period have appeal rights and are mailed a copy of this decision for consideration.
PROCEDURAL FINDING: In accordance with SDC 5.1-130 and 5.2-115, notice was sent to property
owners/occupants within 300 feet of the subject site on April 1, 2019.
COMMENT 1: Joyce M. Fitzgerald, 1009 Kintzley Avenue. "In regards to the pending application for Section 5.12-
100 (5.12-125) 1 am a property owner at 1009 Kintzley Ave. Springfield, OR. I want to protest the usage of
Kintzley Ave. as an access to this development unless any and all road improvements of Kintzley Ave. are paid
for by the developer and not the property owners."
STAFF REPONSE: Kintzley Avenue is a Lane County Local Access Road which the City of Springfield does not have
jurisdiction or ownership. The applicants are required to extend public utility mains under Kintzley Avenue as
part of this development which will require the Kintzley to be repaved a minimum of 20 feet wide from Jasper
Road to the south end of the project. In addition, the applicants are required to construct half street
improvements, e.g. curb, gutter, and sidewalk, adjacent to the development's frontage. Future improvements
and a funding mechanism will be determined by Lane County.
COMMENT 2: Steve Hollis, 1050 Kintzley Avenue. "This project will impact the local environment and an already
deteriorating Kintzley Avenue, a street that has been ignored for the 10 plus years I have lived here. I am not
commenting on how the local planning department wishes to allocate the local resources. I feel that vastly
increased usage of Kintzley Avenue should be acknowledged, if not addressed.
What I wish to bring to your attention is in regards to my well which is my only water source. I am not on City
sewer or water and never have been. The terrain on the other side of my [property] being churned up is going to
degrade my well water and could possibly interrupt whatever aquifer feeds it. My purpose in commenting on
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this is to make it part of some sort of public record. Since I am on Social Security, I cannot simply order up a
hook-up to City services.
STAFF REPONSE: Kintzley Avenue is a Lane County Local Access Road which the City of Springfield does not have
jurisdiction or ownership. The applicants are required to extend public utility mains under Kintzley Avenue as
part of this development which will require the Kintzley to be repaved a minimum of 20 feet wide form Jasper
Road to the south end of the project. In addition, the applicants are required to construct half street
improvements, e.g. curb, gutter, and sidewalk, adjacent to the development's frontage. Future improvements
and a funding mechanism will be determined by Lane County.
Typical residential subdivision construction, including utility work, does not exceed 4' in depth which is well
above the ground water table for the area. As reviewed, approved, and constructed there will be no impact to
ground water as a result of this development.
COMMENT 3: Michael Lang, 3295 Pinyon Street. "I object to this proposal for a number of reasons which I will
detail below.
1. A significant portion of the proposed areas for subdivision and development is a wetland area which is
not Permissible for residential or commercial development. While the Mill Race creek is in fact to the
west of the area proposed, there is significant deflation and low -laying areas within the proposed areas
(-10 of more feet below mean horizontal elevation compared to the surrounding area) with groves of
numerous and various species of trees. This low area accumulates significant amount of ground water
that pools when it rain, and remains extremely moist year-round.
a. This low area provide habitat for wild animals including a family of deer which live in that
specific area.
b. The wet and moist nature of these plots, in an area with an already high water table would be
prone to flooding and be problematic for homeowners —causing foundation degradation, and
accumulation of mold and mildew.
2. This is one of only a few remaining green, natural, undeveloped places within the City boundary. To
eliminate the current sparsely populated residential buffer zone, by developing this site immediately
bordering the Mill Race Trailhead park would be visually adverse —not only for nearby home owners,
but also for recreation.
3. Traffic and congestion along Jasper Road would be greatly exacerbated if this is to be developed, causing
significant risk to pedestrian traffic —specifically children walking to and from Agnes Steward Middle
School and Douglas Gardens Elementary School. The increased risk to life and safety far outweigh the
benefits.
Again, I object to subdivision of this site, and the subsequent development proposed."
STAFF REPONSE: The area is not identified within the wetland/riparian resource boundary and the geotechnical
report did not identify soils that indicate wetlands are within the site. The stormwater is proposed to be
managed and treated on-site prior to discharge to the Jasper Slough.
The subject property is within the Urban Growth Boundary which is defined as "a site-specific line that separates
urban or urbanizable land from rural land and which appears on the Metro Plan Diagram." This area was
anticipated by the community for residential urban growth once utilities were available and the land annexed.
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Per the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual the proposed subdivision will
generate approximately 328 daily trips which is under the 1,000 trip threshold requiring a Traffic Impact Study.
Existing facilities along Jasper Road are designed to accommodate the proposed traffic generation.
COMMENT 4: Linda Tucker, 3311 Pinyon Street. "What devastating news that 37 structures are to be build
adjacent to the Mill Race Path. This area is currently a beautiful, tranquil, quiet area enjoyed by walkers, bikers,
bird watchers and outdoor people. The abundant wildlife includes deer, coyote, fox, snowy egrets, ducks, geese,
and much more. Now we will be'treated' to 37 houses, 100 plus residents, additional 75 plus vehicles, a year of
more of dust machines, and construction chaos. What impact will be on schools?
Soon Springfield is going to have the traffic congestion, sprawl, and incessant noise of Eugene that I moved here
to escape."
STAFF REPONSE: The subject property is within the Urban Growth Boundary which is defined as "a site-specific
line that separates urban or urbanizable land from rural land and which appears on the Metro Plan Diagram."
This area was anticipated by the community for residential urban growth once utilities were available and the
land annexed. Adjacent park facilities were designed to serve residents and adjacent areas to the south remain
outside City Limits.
COMMENT 5: Lorie Waggoner, 1140 Kintzley Avenue. "Willamalane has agreed to let the treated stromwater
run off into the Jasper Slough? Not good. The traffic impact study wasn't done or a wetlands study. This area is
within blocks of schools. This is at the corner of 32ntl and Jasper; the traffic impact would be over what that
corner can handle and is located between two schools. Is just wrong. That is not what I would consider low
residential. Also, there was no sign posted as was required."
STAFF REPONSE: Per the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual the proposed
subdivision will generate approximately 328 daily trips which is under the 1,000 trip threshold requiring a Traffic
Impact Study. Stormwater is required to be pretreated prior to any discharge.
The City provided the sign to the applicant, as required by the regulations, at the time of submittal. Signs, when
posted sometimes do not survive weather, vandalism or wind.
CRITERIA OF TENTATIVE PIAN APPROVAL:
SDC 5.12-125 states that the Director shall approve or approve with conditions a Tentative Plan application upon
determining that criteria A through I of this Section have been satisfied. If conditions cannot be attached to
satisfy the criteria, the Director shall deny the application.
A. The request conforms to the provisions of this Code pertaining to lot/parcel size and dimensions.
1. In accordance with SDC 3.2-215, lots on east -west streets shall have a minimum lot size of 4,500 sq. ft.
with at least 45 feet of street frontage; lots on north -south streets shall have a minimum lot size of
5,000 sq. ft. with at least 60 feet of frontage.
2. In accordance with SDC 3.2-215, panhandle -style lots shall have a minimum lot size of 4,500 sq. ft. in the
pan portion of the lot. Access to panhandle lots shall be provided by legal frontage on a public street or
an irrevocable access easement in accordance with SDC 3.2-220. B.
3. All proposed lots are shown to meet minimum lot size and street frontage dimensions.
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Conclusion: This proposal satisfies Criterion A.
B. The zoning is consistent with the Metro Plan diagram and/or applicable Refinement Plan diagram, Plan
District map, and Conceptual Development Plan.
4. The subject property is zoned and designated Low Density Residential (LDR) in accordance with the
Springfield Zoning Map and the Metro Plan. The applicant is not proposing to change the zoning or plan
designation.
Conclusion: This proposal satisfies Criterion B.
C. Capacity requirements of public improvements, including but not limited to, water and electricity; sanitary
sewer and stormwater management facilities; and streets and traffic safety controls shall not be exceeded
and the public improvements shall be available to serve the site at the time of development, unless
otherwise provided for by this Code and other applicable regulations. The Public Works Director or a utility
provider shall determine capacity issues.
General
5. For all public improvements, the applicant shall retain a private professional civil engineer to design the
subdivision improvements in conformance with City codes, this decision, and the current Engineering
Design Standards and Procedures Manual (EDSPM). The private civil engineer also shall be required to
provide construction inspection services. Permits are required for the installation of all public and
private utilities.
6. The Development & Public Works Directors representatives have reviewed the proposed subdivision
plan. City staff's review comments have been incorporated in findings and conditions contained herein.
7. Criterion C contains sub-elements and applicable code standards. The tentative subdivision application
as submitted complies with the code standards listed under each sub-element unless otherwise noted
with specific findings and conclusions. The sub-elements and code standards of Criterion C include but
are not limited to:
Public improvements in accordance with SDC 4.2-100 and 4.3-100
• Public and Private Streets (SDC 4.2-105-4.2-145)
• Sanitary Sewer Improvements (SDC 4.3-105)
• Stormwater Management (SDC 4.3-110-4.3-115)
• Utilities (SDC 4.3-120-4.3-130)
• Water Service and Fire Protection (SDC 4.3-130)
• Public and Private Easements (SDC 4.3-140)
Public and Private Streets
8. Section 4.2-105.6.2 of the Springfield Development Code requires that whenever a proposed land
division or development will increase traffic on the City street system and that development has any
unimproved street frontage abutting a fully improved street, that street frontage shall be fully improved
to City specifications.
9. Jasper Road is fully improved. The new intersecting street will be designed and constructed to City
standards which will include reconstruction of portions of Jasper Road.
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10. Kintzley Avenue is a Lane County Local Access Road currently paved to approximately 2d in width. The
applicant is required to extend public utility mains through the right of way and reconstruct Kintzley
Ave. with stormwater and minimum of 2d of paving. In addition, adjacent to the development will be
required to construct half street improvements to meet City of Springfield Standards.
Conditions of Approval:
1. Prior to approval of the Final Plat, the applicant will design and construct full street improvements
along both Jasper Road and Kintzley Avenue using the City of Springfield's Public Improvement Permit
Process, subject to review and approval of Public Works.
Sanitary Sewer Improvements
11. Section 4.3-105.A of the SDC requires that sanitary sewers shall be installed to serve each new
development and to connect developments to existing mains. Additionally, installation of sanitary
sewers shall provide sufficient access for maintenance activities.
12. Section 4.3-105.0 of the SDC requires that proposed sewer systems shall include design consideration of
additional development within the area as projected by the Metro Plan.
13. Section 2.02.1 of the City's Engineering Design Standards and Procedures Manual (EDSPM) states that
when land outside a new development will logically direct flow to sanitary sewers in the new
development, the sewers shall be public sewers and shall normally extend to one or more of the
property boundaries.
14. The applicant has shown extension of public utility mains but has not shown the required extension of
public wastewater lines with service laterals to serve all lots within the development. The proposed
system will connect to the existing public sewer at the intersection of Kintzley and Jasper as required by
the annexation agreement that has adequate capacity for the proposed development.
15. The City's EDSPM states in Section 2.02.8 that sewers shall be located in the right-of-way at street
centerline or within 5 feet of centerline of the street. Sewers in easements shall only be allowed after
all reasonable attempts to place the mains in the rights-of-way have been exhausted.
Condition of Approval:
2. Prior to approval of the Final Plat, the applicant shall construct the required public sanitary sewer
system using the City of Springfield Public Improvement Process, including repaving Kintzley Avenue
to a minimum of 20' after the utility mains are installed, subject to review and approval of Public
Works.
Stormwater Management & Quality
16. Section 4.3-110.134.3-110.13 of the SDC requires that the Approval Authority shall grant development
approval only where adequate public and/or private stormwater management systems provisions have
been made as determined by the Public Works Director, consistent with the Engineering Design
Standards and Procedures Manual (EDSPM).
17. Section 4.3-110.0 of the SDC states that a stormwater management system shall accommodate
potential run-off from its entire upstream drainage area, whether inside or outside of the development.
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18. Section 4.3-110.D of the SDC requires that run-off from a development shall be directed to an approved
sto"water management system with sufficient capacity to accept the discharge.
19. Section 4.3-110.E of the SDC requires new developments to employ drainage management practices,
which minimize the amount and rate of surface water run-off into receiving streams, and which
promote water quality.
20. To comply with Sections 4.3-110.D & E, stormwater runoff from the site will be directed into a
stormwater quality manhole and treatment swale prior to discharge into the public system. The public
system is a water quality limited waterway, The Jasper Slough.
21. Under Federal regulation of the Clean Water Act (CWA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), and National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (N PD ES), the City of Springfield has obtained a Municipal
Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit. A provision of this permit requires the City demonstrate
efforts to reduce the pollution in urban stormwater to the Maximum Extent Practicable (MEP).
22. Federal and Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (OD EQ) rules require the City's MS4 plan
address six "Minimum Control Measures." Minimum Control Measure 5, "Post -Construction
Stormwater Management for New Development and Redevelopment;' applies to the proposed
development.
23. Minimum Control Measure 5 requires the City of Springfield to develop, implement and enforce a
program to ensure the reduction of pollutants in stormwater runoff to the MEP. The City must also
develop and implement strategies that include a combination of structural or non-structural Best
Management Practices (BMPs) appropriate for the community.
24. Minimum Control Measure 5 requires the City of Springfield use an ordinance or other regulatory
mechanism to address post construction runoff from new and re -development projects to the extent
allowable under State law. Regulatory mechanisms used by the City include the Springfield
Development Code (SDC), the City's Engineering Design Standards and Procedures Manual (EDSPM) and
the Stormwater Facilities Master Plan (SFMP).
25. Section 3.02 of the City's EDSPM states the Public Works Department will accept, as interim design
standards for stormwater quality, water quality facilities designed pursuant to the policies and
procedures of the City of Springfield's EDSPM and the City of Eugene Stormwater Management Manual.
26. Section 3.02.5 & .6 of the City's EDSPM states all public and private development and redevelopment
projects shall employ a system of one or more post -developed BMPs that in combination are designed
to achieve at least a 70 percent reduction in the total suspended solids in the runoff generated by that
development. Section 3.03.4.E of the manual requires a minimum of 50 percent of the non -building
rooftop impervious area on a site shall be treated for stormwater quality improvement using vegetative
methods and 100% of the area shall be pre-treated.
27. To meet the requirements of the City's MS4 permit, the Springfield Development Code, and the City's
EDSPM, the applicant has proposed a treatment pond and stormwater quality manhole.
28. To comply with Sections 4.3-110.D & E, stormwater runoff from the site will be directed into detention
ponds and a water quality manhole prior to discharge into the public system. The public system will be
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the Jasper Slough that is adjacent to the site. Thejasper Slough is listed as a Water quality Limited
Waterway and a significant Wetland.
29. The existing public stormwater system, to which the applicant proposes as the receiving water is a
significant wetland and any discharge into a wetland must be fully treated prior to discharge.
30. The water quality manhole listed for stormwater treatment is not on the Washington TAPE list to
provide full treatment equivalent to vegetative treatment that would be suitable for direct overland
discharge to wetland and water quality limited waterway.
31. The vegetation proposed for use in the detention ponds will serve as the primary pollutant removal
mechanism for the stormwater runoff. Satisfactory pollutant removal will occur only when the
vegetation has been fully established.
Conditions of Approval:
3. Prior to approval of the Final Plat, the applicant will design and construct all stormwater, including
areas required for access, using the City of Springfield's Public Improvement Permit Process, subject to
review and approval of Public Works.
4. Prior to Final Plat Approval, the applicant shall dedicate any tract area to be developed as part of the
stormwater system, including sufficient area for maintenance access, to the City of Springfield to be
recorded concurrent with the plat, subject to review and approval of Public Works.
S. Prior to approval of the Final Plat, the applicant shall provide a storm drain facility that achieves
sufficient vegetative treatment for direct overland discharge to a wetland and a water quality limited
waterway, subject to review and approval of Public Works.
6. Prior to approval of the Final Plat and part of the Public Improvement Permit, the applicant shall
submit a vegetation plan for the detention ponds and any other vegetated treatment area that meets
the requirements of the City's interim design standards as required in Section 3.02 of the EDSPM,
subject to review and approval of Public Works. The City of Eugene stormwater management manual
may be referenced for design.
7. Prior to approval of the Final Plat and part of the Public Improvement Permit to ensure a fully
functioning water quality system that meet objectives of the city's MS4 permit, the applicant will
maintain the vegetation in the stormwater treatment areas for the 2 year warranty period after
acceptance of the PIP.
Utilities
32. Section 4.3-120.13 of the SDC requires each developer to make arrangements with the utility provider to
provide utility lines and facilities to serve the development area. Springfield Utility Board (SUB) is the
provider of electrical service to the subdivision area.
33. In accordance with SDC 4.3-120.13, the applicant is responsible for utility system design and construction
costs for the proposed development. All utility lines serving the development site shall be placed
underground in accordance with SDC 4.3-125.
34. Section 4.3-140.A of the SDC requires applicants proposing developments make arrangements with the
City and each utility provider for the dedication of utility easements necessary to fully service the
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development or land beyond the development area. The minimum width for public utility easements
adjacent to street rights of ways shall be 7 feet. The minimum width for all other public utility
easements shall be 7 feet. The Public Works Director may require a larger easement to allow for
adequate maintenance.
35. The applicant will be using a stormwater discharge and emergency vehicle access that utilizes portions
of Willamalane property.
Condition of Approval:
8. Prior to approval of the Final Plat, the applicant shall dedicate a public drainage easement over the
intervening property owned by Willamalane with sufficient access for maintenance activities, subject
to review and approval of Public Works and Willamalane Park and Recreation District.
9. Prior to approval of the Public Improvement Permit and acceptance of the Final Plat, the applicant
shall provide access and maintenance easement documents from Willamalane to allow the City of
Springfield's staff access for maintenance and inspection, subject to review and approval of Public
Works.
Water Service and Fire Protection
36. Section 4.3-130.A of the SDC requires each development area to be provided with a water system
having sufficiently sized mains and lesser lines to furnish adequate supply to the development and
sufficient access for maintenance. SUB Water coordinates the design of the water system within
Springfield city limits. All new water system facilities and modifications required to serve the proposed
subdivision area must be constructed in accordance with SUB Water standards.
37. The proposed emergency vehicle access connecting streets 1 and 2, through Willamalane property, is
required to be 20 feet in width; be constructed to support an 80,000 pound fire apparatus; and must
have inside / outside turning radii of 30'/ Sd respectively.
38. Private vehicle access across the emergency access road shall be limited to emergency service and
maintenance vehicles. Bollards or a gate shall be installed to limit non -emergency vehicle access to the
proposed road, then a Knox Padlock or an automatic gate with a "click -to -enter" system must be
installed for fire apparatus access.
39. Per Springfield Fire Code, section C105, fire hydrants shall be spaced along streets such that the
maximum distance to a hydrant is 250 feet. The maximum distance to a hydrant on dead end roads
(Streets 1 & 2) is 200 feet. The proposed plan does not meet these requirements.
Conditions of Approval:
10. Prior to approval of the Public Improvement Permit and acceptance of the Final Plat, the applicant
shall construct the 20' wide emergency fire apparatus access road, capable of supporting an 80,000
pound load with proper inside / outside turning radii, across Willamalane property, subject to review
and approval of Public Works and the Fire Marshal's Office.
11. Prior to approval of the Public Improvement Permit and acceptance of the Final Plat, the applicant
shall install bollards or a gate to limit non -emergency vehicle access to the road and provide either a
Knox Padlock or a "click -to -enter' system, subject to review and approval of Public Works and the Fire
Marshal's Office.
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12. Prior to approval of the Public Improvement Permit and acceptance of the Final Plat, the applicant
shall reconfigure the fire hydrant locations to meet the minimum protection standards, subject to
review and approval of Public Works and the Fire Marshars Office.
Public and Private Easements
40. Section 4.3-140.A of the SDC requires applicants proposing developments to make arrangements with
the City and each utility provider for the dedication of utility easements necessary to fully service the
development or land beyond the development area. The minimum width for Public Utility Easements
(PUEs) adjacent to street rights-of-way shall be 7 feet. The minimum width for all other PUEs shall be 7
feet unless the Development & Public Works Director requires a larger easement to allow for adequate
ma intena nce.
Condition of Approval:
13. Prior to Final Plat approval, the applicant shall coordinate with each utility company and the City of
Springfield to ensure the proper placement and language of each proposed or required easement,
subject to review and approval of Public Works, City Surveyor, and the Springfield Utility Board.
Conclusion: As conditioned herein, this proposal satisfies Criterion C.
D. The proposed development shall comply with all applicable public and private design and construction
standards contained in this Code and other applicable regulations.
41. Criterion D contains two elements with sub -elements and applicable Code standards. The tentative
subdivision application as submitted complies with the code standards listed under each sub -element
unless otherwise noted with specific findings and conclusions. The elements, sub -elements and Code
standards of Criterion D include but are not limited to:
D.1 Conformance with standards of SDC 3.2-200 (Residential Zoning), SDC 4.1-100 (Infrastructure
Standards), SDC 4.4-100 (Landscaping, Screening and Fence Standards), SDC 4.6-100 (Vehicle Parking, Loading
and Bicycle Parking Standards), and SDC 5.17-100 (Site Plan Review)
• Parcel Coverage and Setbacks (SDC 3.2-215)
• Height Standards (SDC 3.2-215)
• Landscaping Standards (SDC 4.4-105)
• Screening (SDC 4.4-110)
• Fence Standards (SDC 4.4-115)
• On -Site Lighting Standards (SDC 4.5-100)
• Vehicle Parking Standards (SDC 4.6-100)
Parcel Coverage and Setbacks
42. The proposed subdivision area is zoned standard Low Density Residential (LDR). The LDR District provide
for dwelling unit densities of 6-14 units per acre. The land division must meet the minimum density
standards of 6 dwelling units per acre.
43. The applicant proposes to create 37 lots, 7 of which will be corner duplex lots, for an approximate
density of 8 dwelling units per acre after removal of the right of way dedication. If each lot only contains
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a single family dwelling then the approximate density per acre will be 6.9 still meeting the minimum
density requirement.
44. In accordance with SDC 3.2-215, the maximum parcel coverage is 45% in all residential districts. Parcel
coverage will be confirmed at the time of building permit.
Height Standards
45. In accordance with SDC 3.2-215 and 3.2-225, the maximum building height in the LDR district is 30 feet
and the MDR District is 35 feet except where modified by solar access standards.
Landscaping Standards
46. In accordance with SDC 3.2-215 footnote (5), all residential building setbacks shall be landscaped unless
the setback area is use for a garage or carport driveway.
47. In accordance with SDC 4.4-100, site landscaping consists of trees, shrubs, groundcover plants and turf,
or a combination thereof. Site landscaping does not consist of only gravel or bark mulch ground cover,
unless the latter is used as a growing medium for planted trees and shrubs. Site landscaping will be
reviewed at the time of building permit.
Screening
48. In accordance with SDC 4.4-110.B, screening maybe used to provide visual separation between adjacent
properties, but it is not required for single family or duplex residential development in the LDR Districts.
Fence Standards
49. The Springfield Development Code regulates the height and style of fencing in residential districts.
However, there is no specific requirement for fencing of residential lots in the LDR Districts.
On-Site Lighting Standards
50. It is not expected that any outdoor lighting will be required within the subdivision area at this time.
Vehicle Parking Standards
51. In accordance with SDC 4.6-100, a minimum of two off-street parking spaces are required for each
residential dwelling unit.
Conclusion: This proposal satisfies Criterion D.1.
D.2 Overlay Districts and Applicable Refinement Plan Requirements
52. Development Review staff has reviewed the application in regard to the Drinking Water Protection
Overlay District and Refinement Plan requirements. The subject site is located within the 1 & 5 Year
Time of Travel Zone for the Willamette Wellhead.
53. Agency Comment was provided by the Drinking Water Source Protection Coordinator, Amy Chinitz,
stating that residential subdivision are not required to apply for a Drinking Water Protection; however
she urged best practices for all on-site construction.
Conclusion: This proposal satisfies Criterion D.2.
E. Physical features, including, but not limited to: steep slopes with unstable soil or geologic conditions; areas
with susceptibility to flooding; significant clusters of trees and shrubs; watercourses shown on the Water
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Quality Limited Watercourse Map and their associated riparian areas; wetlands; rock outcroppings; open
spaces; and areas of historic and/or archaeological significance, as may be specified in Section 3.3-900 or
ORS 97.740-760, 358.905-955 and 390.235-240, shall be protected as specified in this Code or in State or
Federal law.
54. The site moderately flat and level with multiple trees that exceed r at DBH on-site. A Tree Felling
Permit shall be required prior to the felling of more than 5 trees 5 -inch dbh (diameter at breast height)
or larger within a period of 12 consecutive months from a lot/parcel of private property under common
ownership consisting of 10,000 square feet or more of total area.
55. The Metro Area General Plan, Water Quality Limited Watercourse Map, State Designated Wetlands
Map, Hydric Soils Map, Wellhead Protection Zone Map, FEMA Map and the list of Historic Landmark
sites have been consulted and there are no natural features needing to be protected or preserved on
this site. If any artifacts are found during construction, there are state laws that could apply; ORS
97.740, ORS 358.905, ORS 390.235. If human remains are discovered during construction, it is a Class
"C" felony to proceed under ORS 97.740.
Condition of Approval:
14. Prior to construction or any site development work, the applicant shall obtain a Tree Felling Permit to
remove all necessary trees on-site for development, subject to review and approval of Development
Services.
Conclusion: As conditioned herein, this proposal satisfies Criterion E.
F. Parking areas and ingress -egress points have been designed to: facilitate vehicular traffic, bicycle and
pedestrian safety to avoid congestion; provide connectivity within the development area and to adjacent
residential areas, transit stops, neighborhood activity centers, and commercial, industrial and public areas;
minimize driveways on arterial and collector streets as specified in this Code or other applicable regulations
and comply with the ODOT access management standards for State highways.
Transportation System Impacts
56. SDC 4.2-105.A.4 sets the threshold for requiring a Traffic Impact Study (TIS) at 100 peak hour or 1,000
average daily trips (ADT) as determined by rates from the most recent edition of the Institute of Traffic
Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual. The proposed subdivision is predicted to generate
approximately 328 average daily trips which does not trigger the requirement for a traffic study and
should have no adverse traffic impacts to the surrounding street system.
Site Access and Circulation
57. Installation of driveways on a street increases the number of traffic conflict points. A greater number of
conflict points increases the probability of traffic crashes. In accordance with SDC 4.2-120.C, driveways
shall be designed to allow safe and efficient vehicular ingress and egress as specified in Tables 4.2-2
through 4.2-5, the City's EDSPM and Standard Construction Specifications.
Conclusion: This proposal satisfies Criterion F.
G. Development of any remainder of the property under the same ownership can be accomplished as specified
in this Code.
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58. There is no other property under the same ownership that can be further developed in this area.
Therefore, this criterion does not apply.
Conclusion: This proposal satisfies Criterion G.
H. Adjacent land can be developed or is provided access that will allow its development as specified in this
Code.
59. Adjacent lands are currently developed and this proposed subdivision will not impede any future
redevelopment.
Conclusion: This proposal satisfies Criterion H.
I. Where the Subdivision of property that is outside of the city limits but within the City's urbanizable area and
no concurrent annexation application is submitted, the standards specified below shall also apply.
60. The property involved in this proposal is inside the City limits. Therefore, this criterion does not apply.
Conclusion: This proposal satisfies Criterion I.
FINAL CONCLUSION: The tentative subdivsion plan, as submitted and conditioned, complies with Criteria A -I of
SDC 5.12-125. Portions of the proposal approved as submitted may not be substantively changed during
platting without an approved modification application in accordance with SDC 5.12-145.
What needs to be done: The applicant will have up to two years from the date of this letter to meet the
applicable conditions of approval or Development Code standards and to submit a Final Subdivision Plan. Please
refer to SDC 5.12-135&5.12-140 for more information. THE PUBLIC AND PRIVATE IMPROVEMENTS AND THE
FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAN MUST BE INSUBSTANTIAL CONFORMITY WITH THE TENTATIVE PLANS AND THE
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL.
The Final Subdivision Plan is required to go through a pre -submittal process. After the Final Plat application is
complete, it must be submitted to the Springfield Development & Public Works Department. A separate
application and fees will be required. Upon signature by the City Surveyor and the Planning Department, the
Final Subdivision Plan maybe submitted to Lane County Surveyor for signatures prior to recording.
SUMMARY OF CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. Prior to approval of the Final Plat, the applicant will design and construct full street improvements
along both Jasper Road and Kintzley Avenue using the City of Springfield's Public Improvement Permit
Process, subject to review and approval of Public Works.
2. Prior to approval of the Final Plat, the applicant shall construct the required public sanitary sewer
system using the City of Springfield Public Improvement Process, including repaving Kintzley Avenue
to a minimum of 20' after the utility mains are installed, subject to review and approval of Public
Works.
3. Prior to approval of the Final Plat, the applicant will design and construct all stormwater, including
areas required for access, using the City of Springfield's Public Improvement Permit Process, subject to
review and approval of Public Works.
4. Prior to Final Plat Approval, the applicant shall dedicate any tract area to be developed as part of the
stormwater system, including sufficient area for maintenance access, to the City of Springfield to be
recorded concurrent with the plat, subject to review and approval of Public Works.
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S. Prior to approval of the Final Plat, the applicant shall provide a storm drain facility that achieves
sufficient vegetative treatment for direct overland discharge to a wetland and a water quality limited
waterway, subject to review and approval of Public Works.
6. Prior to approval of the Final Plat and part of the Public Improvement Permit, the applicant shall
submit a vegetation plan for the detention ponds and any other vegetated treatment area that meets
the requirements of the City's interim design standards as required in Section 3.02 of the EDSPM,
subject to review and approval of Public Works. The City of Eugene stormwater management manual
may be referenced for design.
7. Prior to approval of the Final Plat and part of the Public Improvement Permit to ensure a fully
functioning water quality system that meet objectives of the city's MS4 permit, the applicant will
maintain the vegetation in the stormwater treatment areas for the 2 year warranty period after
acceptance of the PIP.
8. Prior to approval of the Final Plat, the applicant shall dedicate a public drainage easement over the
intervening property owned by Willamalane with sufficient access for maintenance activities, subject
to review and approval of Public Works and Willamalane Park and Recreation District.
9. Prior to approval of the Public Improvement Permit and acceptance of the Final Plat, the applicant
shall provide access and maintenance easement documents from Willamalane to allow the City of
Springfield's staff access for maintenance and inspection, subject to review and approval of Public
Works.
10. Prior to approval of the Public Improvement Permit and acceptance of the Final Plat, the applicant
shall construct the 20' wide emergency fire apparatus access road, capable of supporting an 80,000
pound load with proper inside / outside turning radii, across Willamalane property, subject to review
and approval of Public Works and the Fire Marshal's Office.
11. Prior to approval of the Public Improvement Permit and acceptance of the Final Plat, the applicant
shall install bollards or a gate to limit non -emergency vehicle access to the road and provide either a
Knox Padlock or a "click -to -enter" system, subject to review and approval of Public Works and the Fire
Marshal's Office.
12. Prior to approval of the Public Improvement Permit and acceptance of the Final Plat, the applicant
shall reconfigure the fire hydrant locations to meet the minimum protection standards, subject to
review and approval of Public Works and the Fire Marshal's Office.
13. Prior to Final Plat approval, the applicant shall coordinate with each utility company and the City of
Springfield to ensure the proper placement and language of each proposed or required easement,
subject to review and approval of Public Works, City Surveyor, and the Springfield Utility Board.
14. Prior to construction or any site development work, the applicant shall obtain a Tree Felling Permit to
remove all necessary trees on-site for development, subject to review and approval of Development
Services.
Additional Information: The application, all documents, and evidence relied upon by the applicant, and the
applicable criteria of approval are available for free inspection and copies are available for a fee at the
Development & Public Works Department, 225 Fifth Street, Springfield, Oregon.
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Appeal: This Type 11 Tentative Subdivision decision is considered a decision of the Director and as such maybe
appealed to the Planning Commission. The appeal may be filed with the Development & Public Works
Department by an affected party. The appeal must be in accordance with SDC 5.3-100, Appeals. An Appeals
application must be submitted to the City with a fee of $250.00. The fee will be returned to the appellant if the
Planning Commission approves the appeal application.
In accordance with SDC 5.3-115 which provides for a 15 -day appeal period and Oregon Rules of Civil Procedures,
Rule 10(c) for service of notice by mail, the appeal period for this decision expires at 5:00 p.m. on lune 3, 2019.
Questions: Please call Drew Larson in the Planning Division of the Development & Public Works Department at
(541) 736-1003 or email alarson@springfield-or.gov if you have any questions regarding this process.
Prepared By:
Andrew Larson
Development Planner
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