The property, containing less than an acre on the southeast corner of M-7 Highway and Truman Road has been zoned C-1 since at least June 1980. Just south of this site is a long-closed gasoline station, which probably relates to why the zoning of this being zoned commercial. Mr. Parker is in the process of combining this property with his larger tract to the east which contains his personal home. To consolidate the lots, it is necessary that all involved properties have consistent zoning. The site is essentially a ravine with some forestation and heavy brush.
The Proposal’s Consistency with Independence for All, Strategic Plan:
There are no policies in this plan to address this type of issue, but this rezoning would help to preserve the agricultural/large lot residential character of the area.
Comprehensive Plan Guiding Land Use Principles for the Current Designation:
The City Comprehensive Plan recommends Residential Neighborhood uses for this site.
Historic and Archeological Sites:
There are no apparent historic/archeological issues with this property.
Public Utilities:
Water and electrical services are available to the property; all property in this area must utilize septic systems.
Recommendations and decisions on rezoning applications must be based on consideration of all the following criteria:
1. Conformance of the requested zoning with the Comprehensive Plan.
The Comprehensive Plan envisions Residential Neighborhood uses for this site.
2. Conformance of the requested zoning with any adopted neighborhood or sub-area plans in which the property is located or abuts.
There are no neighborhood or sub-area plans for this area.
3. The compatibility of the proposed zoning with the zoning and use of nearby property, including any overlay zoning.
With the exception of the industrial zoning for the Lake City ammunition plant, the proposed R-A zoning is the predominate zoning in this area, with agricultural uses and large lot homes being the character of the neighborhood.
4. The compatibility of the proposed zoning and allowed uses with the character of the neighborhood.
This proposed R-A zoning with its primary permitted uses of single-family homes and agriculture, is quite compatible with the character of the neighborhood.
5. The suitability of the subject property for the uses to which it has been restricted under the existing zoning regulations.
Considering its location along a lightly traveled State highway, and the site’s rough terrain, it has little potential commercial use.
6. The length of time the subject property has remained vacant as zoned.
From the information available, the property has been vacant for over 40 years.
7. The extent to which approving the rezoning will detrimentally affect nearby properties.
The rezoning will have no detrimental effect on area properties.
8. The gain, if any, to the public health, safety, and welfare due to denial of the application, as compared to the hardship imposed upon the landowner, if any, as a result of denial of the application.
If the rezoning is denied it, would have a negative financial effect on the owner as she would not be able to consolidate the property.
Draft Planning Commission Minutes:
"Case #21-100-05 – Rezoning – 1801 S. M-7 Highway
Staff Presentation
Stuart Borders presented the case. Mr. Borders presented the Commission with a vicinity map, noting the area and surrounding zoning. He presented the Commission with an aerial map indicating the project area and explained the surrounding land uses.
In response to Commissioner Preston’s question, Mr. Borders stated staff is not aware of any past commercial use on the property. Mr. Parker stated he is not aware of any past commercial use on the property.
Applicant Comments
Don Parker, 25711 E. Truman Rd, stated they’re going to split the property and build a home for their daughter.
Public Comments
No public comments.
Motion
Commissioner Preston made a motion to approve Case #21-100-05 – Rezoning – 1801 S. M-7 Highway. Commissioner Ferguson seconded the motion. The motion passed with seven affirmative votes."