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CITY OF TIGARD
OREGON
FILE NO: ZONE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT (ZOA) 97-0005
FILE TITLE: DESIGN EVALUATION TEAM CODE AMENDMENTS
APPLICANT: City Initiated OWNER: Various
REQUEST: Request to add code language to the Tigard Triangle design standards that
provides a process for review of adjustments by a Design Evaluation Team.
LOCATION: Generally, south of Highway 99W, west of 1-5, and north of Highway 217.
APPLICABLE Statewide Planning Goals 1, 2; Tigard Comprehensive Plan Policies 1.1.1a.,
REVIEW CRITERIA: 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 8.1.2, Community Development Code Chapters 18.30
and adopted design standards for the Tigard Triangle.
ZONE: Commercial General (CG) and Mixed Use Employment (MUE)
CIT: East CIT FACILITATOR: List Available Upon Request
PHONE NUMBER: (503)
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STAFF DECISION
X PLANNING COMMISSION DATE OF HEARING: 11/17/97 TIME: 7:30
HEARINGS OFFICER DATE OF HEARING: TIME: 7:00
X CITY COUNCIL DATE OF HEARING: 12/9/97 TIME: 7:30
RELATIVE COMPONENTS AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING IN THE PLANNING DIVISION
VICINITY MAP LANDSCAPING PLAN NARRATIVE X
ARCHITECTURAL PLAN SITE PLAN OTHER
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I, Jerree L. Gaynor, being first duly sworn/affirm, on oath depose and say:
That I am a Senior Administrative Specialist for The City of Tigard, Oregon, and
X That I mailed a NOTICE OFADOPTION FOR:
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Tigard Planning Commission
Tigard Hearings Officer
X Tigard City Council
A copy of the ADOPTED AMENDMENT, _ZOA 97-0005, a copy of which is attached, was mailed to the
Department of Land Conservation and Development, on the 11th day of December , 1997, postage
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NOTICE OF ADOPTION
This form must be mailed to DLCD not later than 5 working days after adoption
ORS 197.615 and OAR Chapter 660,Division 18
See reverse side for submittal requirements
Jurisdiction City of Tigard Local File# ZOA 97-0005
Date of Adoption December 9. 1997 Date Mailed December 10. 1997
Date the Proposed Notice was mailed to DLCD October 22. 1997
Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment
Land Use Regulation Amendment Zoning Map Amendment
X New Land Use Regulation
Summarize the adopted amendment. Do not use technical terms. Do not write "See Attached."
Amend the Tigard Triangle design standards to create a Design Evaluation Team and to create
an adjustment process to allow alternative proposals to the adopted design standards.
Describe how the adopted amendment differs from the proposed amendment. If it is the same,
write "Same." If you did not give notice of the proposed amendment, write "N/A."
Same
Plan Map Change From n/a to n/a
Zone Map Change From n/a to n/a
Location: Generally south of 99W: west of 1-5: north of Hwy 217 Acres Involved: Approx. 340
Specify Density: Previous Density n/a New Density n/a
Applicable Goals: 1. 2 Was an Exception adopted? __ Yes X No
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X Yes __ No: __ The Statewide Planning Goals do not apply
__ Emergency Circumstances Required Expedited Review
Affected State or Federal Agencies, Local Governments or Special Districts: ODOT. Metro
Local Contact: Nadine Smith Phone: 503-639-4171
Address: City of Tigard. 13125 SW Hall Blvd.. Tigard. OR 97223
SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
ORS 197.615 and OAR Chapter 660,Division 18
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Department of Land Conservation and Development
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and supplementary information.
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Notice of Adoption is sent to DLCD.
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ORDINANCE NO. 97-13
AN ORDINANCE ADDING A DESIGN EVALUATION TEAM TO PROVIDE REVIEW FOR
ADJUSTMENTS TO THE DESIGN STANDARDS WITHIN THE TIGARD TRIANGLE AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, the applicant City of Tigard has requested approval of legislative Text Amendments within
the area known as the Tigard Triangle. Specifically, the request provides a process to allow review by a
Design Evaluation Team of requests for adjustment to the design standards within the Tigard Triangle.
WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a public hearing specifically on the zoning amendments on the
Design Evaluation Team process at its meeting of December 9, 1997.
NOW,THEREFORE,THE CITY OF TIGARD ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The proposed amendments are consistent with all relevant criteria based upon the facts,
findings and conclusions noted in the attached final order(Exhibit A);
SECTION 2: The specific text amendments attached to this Ordinance are hereby adopted and
approved by the City Council.
SECTION 3: The City Council declares that an emergency exists because development requests have
been on hold throughout a lengthy process as development standards have been
developed. The property owners in the area have been awaiting the availability of this
process.
PASSED: By U 0 an•Irrnatcrote of all Council members present after being read by number and
title only,this q'- ' day of , 1997.
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APPROVED: By Tigard City Council this -7- day o Do Cciw-i12en-- , 1997.
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FINAL ORDER
TIGARD TRIANGLE DESIGN EVALUATION TEAM PROCESS
A FINAL ORDER INCLUDING FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS WITH REGARD TO AN
APPLICATION FOR AMENDMENT TO THE DEVELOPMENT CODE TO ADOPT DESIGN
EVALUATION TEAM PROCESS FOR AN AREA KNOWN AS THE "TIGARD TRIANGLE".
A. FACTS
1. General Information
CASE: FILE NAME: DESIGN EVALUATION TEAM -TIGARD TRIANGLE
Zoning Ordinance Amendment: ZOA 97-0005
REQUEST: Request to add code language to the Tigard Triangle design standards
that provides a process for review of adjustments by a Design Evaluation
Team.
APPLICANT: City of Tigard
13125 SW Hall Boulevard
Tigard, OR 97223
OWNERS: Various
LOCATION: Generally, east of Highway 217, west of Interstate 5, and south of State
Highway 99 West.
2. Vicinity
The affected parcels are within the area known as the Tigard Triangle. The area is
generally bordered by Interstate 5 to the east, Highway 217 to the west and Highway 99W
to the north.
3. Background Information
On March 11, 1997, City Council approved design standards for the Tigard Triangle that
incorporate specific requirements for development within the Triangle. After several
meetings with Council it was determined that City Council wanted to retain the standards
and good design in the Triangle, but wished to allow flexibility on how this was achieved.
To add flexibility to the standards while assuring good design, staff was directed by City
Council to create a new process that provides an optional adjustment procedure that
includes a new Design Evaluation Team. On November 17, 1997,the Planning
Commission held a public hearing on the proposal and recommended approval. City
Council held a public hearing on the proposal and approved it on December 9, 1997.
4. Site Information and Proposal Description
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The site is approximately 340 acres in size. The proposed land use action includes
amendments to the Development Code to include an optional adjustment process using a
Design Evaluation Team for the Tigard Triangle.
B. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS
The relevant criteria in this case are Statewide Goals 1, 2,. Comprehensive Plan Policies 1.1.1a,
2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 8.1.2, and Community Development Code Chapter 18.30 and adopted design
standards for the Tigard Triangle.
STATEWIDE GOALS
1. Citizen Involvement: Goal 1 requires a citizen involvement program that ensures
the opportunity for citizens to be involved in the planning process. Tigard
Comprehensive Plan Policy 2.1.1 and Tigard Community Development Code Chapter 18
provide for citizen participation and notice. Notice of the Planning Commission and City
Council hearings and opportunity for response was advertised in the local newspaper and
request for comments were sent to all CITs and Department of Land Conservation and
Development. The proposals were subject to a public hearing before the city council
which included citizen testimony. That testimony was considered in reaching a final
decision. This goal is satisfied.
2. Land Use Planning: Goal 2 requires that land use plans must be the basis for
specific implementation measures and that those measures must be consistent
with and adequate to carry out the plans. Adoption of implementation measures is
provided for under Goal 2 and ORS 197. The proposed ordinance requirements fine-tune
existing adopted and acknowledged ordinance requirements.
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COMPLIANCE WITH COMPREHENSIVE PLAN POLICIES
3. 1.1.1a. -This policy requires that legislative changes are consistent with statewide
planning goals and the regional development plan. The findings above address statewide
goals. Metro was sent a request for comments and had earlier commented in a letter that
they recommended approval. This policy is satisfied.
4. 2.1.1 -This policy requires an ongoing citizen involvement process. A request for
comments was sent to the East Citizen Involvement Team and was legally advertised.
This policy is satisfied.
5. 2.1.2-This policy requires the opportunity for citizen involvement on planning efforts
through the CIT process. The CIT notification process has been followed for this zoning
ordinance amendment request. This policy is satisfied.
6. 2.1.3-This policy requires that information on issues be available. The staff report and
findings, and proposed ordinance have been available for review since November 5,
1997. This policy is satisfied.
7. 8.1.2-This policy requires that the City coordinate with other local, state and federal
jurisdictions. The City has requested comments from all appropriate agencies. Metro has
sent a letter of support. No other agencies have commented in writing on the specific
proposals. This policy is satisfied.
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COMPLIANCE WITH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE SECTIONS:
Design Standards: The proposal to modify the standards to allow flexibility under specific
circumstances will continue to meet the goals and intent for development of the Triangle in
that it provides flexibility while still requiring excellent design treatment within the
Triangle. The public process would remain much the same as exists today in that the
applicant is still required to hold a neighborhood meeting and the City will still hold a
public hearing on the proposal.
Procedure for Decision Making: Legislative: Chapter 18.30 establishes procedures for
consideration of legislative changes to the provisions of the Comprehensive Plan,
implementing ordinances and maps. Section 18.30.120 lists the factors upon which the
Planning Commission and City Council shall base their decisions.
8. The statewide planning goals and guidelines adopted under Oregon Revised
Statutes Chapter 197. The applicable goals are addressed in these findings
9. Any federal or state statutes or guidelines found applicable. No other federal or
state standards or guidelines are applicable to this application
10. Applicable plans and guidelines adopted by the Metropolitan Service District.
Metro has stated by letter that the proposed adjustment process is appropriate.
11. The applicable comprehensive plan policies and map. These standards are
addressed under"Compliance with Comprehensive Plan Policies."
12. The applicable provisions of the implementing ordinances. Having followed the
appropriate procedures and addressed the criteria necessary for legislative amendments
to the development code, the proposed design standards are consistent with the
requirements of implementing ordinances.
C. DECISION
The City Council APPROVES the amendments to ZOA 97-0005.
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18.620.090 Design Evaluation
A. Purpose. It is recognized that the above design standards are to assist in upgrading
and providing consistency to development within the Tigard Triangle. It is
recognized that different designs may be used to meet the intent of the standards
and purpose statements of the Tigard Triangle Design Standards. With this in mind,
applicants for development in the Tigard Triangle may choose to submit proposed
projects which demonstrate compliance with the design standards or to request
adjustments from the Triangle design standards and submit design plans for review
and recommendation by a City Design Evaluation Team. This option allows
applicants to propose alternative designs to the Tigard Triangle Design Standards
that are consistent with the purpose of the standards. When a structure which has
nonconforming elements is partially or totally damaged by fire or other causes
beyond the control of the owner, the structure may be rebuilt using the same
structure footprint without receiving an adjustment from design standards.
B. Design Evaluation Team (DET). Evaluation of the adjustment to allow an alternative
design is made by a three person professional design team contracted by the City
for professional design review. The DET shall consist of design professionals with
experience in architecture, landscape architecture and civil engineering. This team
is charged with balancing the purpose statements, goals and standards of the
Tigard Triangle Design process with the alternative proposal submitted by the
applicants. The DET shall accept design proposals that vary from any of the
Triangle Design Standards. This process is to be applied only to the Tigard Triangle
Design Standards. Applicants must comply with all other development code
standards according to the regular development review requirements of Title 18 of
the City code. The DET will prepare a report outlining conditions and
recommendations in response to the applicant's proposal(s) for submission to the
Planning Commission within 30 days of meeting on the proposal.
C. Approval Criteria
For guidance in evaluating the purpose of the design standards, the DET shall refer
to Planning Director's Interpretation that provides purpose statements for the
Tigard Triangle design standards.
All adjustments to allow an alternative design are subject to the following criteria:
1. Granting the adjustment will continue to meet the purpose of the standard(s) to
be modified in an acceptable alternative manner; and
2. The proposal will not significantly detract from the livability or appearance of an
area and the proposal will be consistent with the desired character of the area; and
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3. If more than one adjustment is being requested, the cumulative effect of the
adjustments as well as each individual adjustment results in a project which is still
consistent with the overall purpose, goals and standards of the zone; and
4. Granting the adjustment is the minimum necessary to allow the proposed use of
the site; and any impacts resulting from the adjustment are mitigated to the extent
practical.
D. Review Process. The following steps must be followed by applicants to gain Design
Evaluation Review:
1. Applicants choosing the Design Evaluation process must submit a Design
Evaluation and Adjustment request according to a list of requirements provided by
the Director;
2. Members of the Design Evaluation Team are available to meet with applicants
as part of the preapplication process, however, applicants shall pay for the entire
cost of the review of the Design Evaluation Team. A deposit of $1,000 shall be paid
upon application. The applicant will be billed for any additional cost. The DET
report shall not be issued until all costs are paid. No request for design evaluation
review using the alternative design will be accepted until all costs are paid in full;
3. The applicant will receive a review date for a DET work session which shall be
within 30 days of Step 2 above. No public notification is required although the
review session is open to the public. The review is designed to allow the applicant
to present and explain design intent and adjustment proposals to the Design
Evaluation Team. This is not intended to be a public hearing and no public
testimony will be taken.
4. Upon completion of the DET review and payment of all costs, the DET will
forward a report and recommendations to the Director and the applicant within 30
days of meeting on the proposal. At the request of the applicant, this time period
may be extended.
5. The applicant may proceed to schedule and hold a pre-application neighborhood
meeting with the adjacent property owners at any time during this process according
to the provision provided by the Director at the Development Review pre-application
conference required by Chapter 18.32.040. It is recommended that the
development design to be reviewed at the pre-application neighborhood meeting
include the recommendations of the DET;
6. Upon completion of the neighborhood meeting requirements and receipt of the
DET report, applicants may proceed to file the appropriate development application
according to the provisions of Title 18 of the Municipal Code. Said application shall
include the recommendations of the DET.
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7. Review of a DET recommended plan and/or conditions shall be made part of the
staff report prepared by the Planning Director and shall be made available at a
public hearing before the Planning Commission according to the provisions of 18.32;
8. The Planning Commission may approve, approve with conditions or deny the
development application considering the DET recommendation and evaluating the
development and the design plan to ensure consistency with the Tigard Triangle
Design Standards. Approval of the Planning Commission must also be based on
compliance of the development plan with all other development code requirements
governing the application.
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CITY OF TIGARD
Washington County, Oregon
NOTICE OF FINAL ORDER - BY CITY COUNCIL
Concerning Case Number(s): ZOA 97-0005 DESIGN EVALUATION TEAM CODE AMENDMENTS
APPLICANT: City Initiated OWNERS: Various
REQUEST: Request to add code language to the Tigard Triangle design standards that provides a
process for review of adjustments by a Design Evaluation Team. LOCATION: Generally, south of
Highway 99W, west of 1-5, and north of Highway 217. APPLICABLE REVIEW CRITERIA: Statewide
Planning Goals 1, 2; Tigard Comprehensive Plan Policies 1.1.1a., 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 8.1.2, Community
Development Code Chapters 18.30 and adopted design standards for the Tigard Triangle. ZONE:
Commercial General (CG) and Mixed Use Employment (MUE)
Action: jRc. Approval as requested ❑ Approval with conditions ❑ Denial
Notice: Notice was published in the newspaper, posted at City Hall and mailed to:
❑ The applicant and owner(s) ❑ Owners of record within the required distance
The affected Citizen Involvement Team Facilitator ® Affected governmental agencies
Final Decision: THE DECISION WAS SIGNED ON lJ-) 7Cern be/t_ q , 1997, AND
BECOMES EFFECTIVE ON CwY\b-ui q , 1997.
The adopted findings of fact, decision and statement of conditions can be obtained from the City of
Tigard Planning Department, Tigard City Hall, 13125 SW Hall Boulevard, Tigard, Oregon 97223.
A.review of this decision may be obtained by filing a notice of intent with the Oregon Land Use Board of
Appeals (LUBA) according to their procedures.
QUESTIONS: If you have any questions, please call the Tigard City Recorder at (503) 639-4171.
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•CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON •
ORDINANCE NO. 97-13
AN ORDINANCE ADDING A DESIGN EVALUATION TEAM TO PROVIDE REVIEW FOR
ADJUSTMENTS TO THE DESIGN STANDARDS WITHIN THE TIGARD TRIANGLE AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, the applicant City of Tigard has requested approval of legislative Text Amendments within
the area known as the Tigard Triangle. Specifically, the request provides a process to allow review by a
Design Evaluation Team of requests for adjustment to the design standards within the Tigard Triangle.
WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a public hearing specifically on the zoning amendments on the
Design Evaluation Team process at its meeting of December 9, 1997.
NOW,THEREFORE,THE CITY OF TIGARD ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The proposed amendments are consistent with all relevant criteria based upon the facts,
findings and conclusions noted in the attached final order(Exhibit A);
SECTION 2: The specific text amendments attached to this Ordinance are hereby adopted and
approved by the City Council.
SECTION 3: The City Council declares that an emergency exists because development requests have
been on hold throughout a lengthy process as development standards have been
developed. The property owners in the area have been awaiting the availability of this
process.
PASSED: By U(1an inCtiSiote of all Council members present after being read by number and
title only,this g'. 1 day of , 1997.
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Catherine Wheatley, City Recoridkr
APPROVED: By Tigard City Council this -7 day o DO Ce rthe/t--' , 1997.
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FINAL ORDER
TIGARD TRIANGLE DESIGN EVALUATION TEAM PROCESS
A FINAL ORDER INCLUDING FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS WITH REGARD TO AN
APPLICATION FOR AMENDMENT TO THE DEVELOPMENT CODE TO ADOPT DESIGN
EVALUATION TEAM PROCESS FOR AN AREA KNOWN AS THE"TIGARD TRIANGLE".
A. FACTS
1. General Information
CASE: FILE NAME: DESIGN EVALUATION TEAM-TIGARD TRIANGLE
Zoning Ordinance Amendment: ZOA 97-0005
REQUEST: Request to add code language to the Tigard Triangle design standards
that provides a process for review of adjustments by a Design Evaluation
Team.
APPLICANT: City of Tigard
13125 SW Hall Boulevard
Tigard, OR 97223
OWNERS: Various
LOCATION: Generally, east of Highway 217,west of Interstate 5, and south of State
Highway 99 West.
2. Vicinity
The affected parcels are within the area known as the Tigard Triangle. The area is
generally bordered by Interstate 5 to the east, Highway 217 to the west and Highway 99W
to the north.
3. Background Information
On March 11, 1997, City Council approved design standards for the Tigard Triangle that
incorporate specific requirements for development within the Triangle. After several
meetings with Council it was determined that City Council wanted to retain the standards
and good design in the Triangle, but wished to allow flexibility on how this was achieved.
To add flexibility to the standards while uring good-design, staff was directed by City
Council to create a new process that provides an optional adjustment procedure that
includes a new Design Evaluation Team. On November 17, 1997,the Planning
Commission held a public hearing on the proposal and recommended approval. City
Council held a public hearing on the proposal and approved it on December 9, 1997.
4. Site Information and Proposal Description
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The site is approximately 340 acres in size. The proposed land use action includes
amendments to the Development Code to include an optional adjustment process using a
Design Evaluation Team for the Tigard Triangle.
B. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS
The relevant criteria in this case are Statewide Goals 1, 2,. Comprehensive Plan Policies 1.1.1a,
2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 8.1.2, and Community Development Code Chapter 18.30 and adopted design
standards for the Tigard Triangle.
STATEWIDE GOALS
1. Citizen Involvement: Goal 1 requires a citizen involvement program that ensures
the opportunity for citizens to be involved in the planning process. Tigard
Comprehensive Plan Policy 2.1.1 and Tigard Community Development Code Chapter 18
provide for citizen participation and notice. Notice of the Planning Commission and City
Council hearings and opportunity for response was advertised in the local newspaper and
request for comments were sent to all CITs and Department of Land Conservation and
Development. The proposals were subject to a public hearing before the city council
which included citizen testimony. That testimony was considered in reaching a final
decision. This goal is satisfied.
2. Land Use Planning: Goal 2 requires that land use plans must be the basis for
specific implementation measures and that those measures must be consistent
with and adequate to carry out the plans. Adoption of implementation measures is
provided for under Goal 2 and ORS 197. The proposed ordinance requirements fine-tune
existing adopted and acknowledged ordinance requirements.
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3. 1.1.1a. -This policy requires that legislative changes are consistent with statewide
planning goals and the regional development plan. The findings above address statewide
goals. Metro was sent a request for comments and had earlier commented in a letter that
they recommended approval. This policy is satisfied.
4. 2.1.1 -This policy requires an ongoing citizen involvement process. A request for
comments was sent to the East Citizen Involvement Team and was legally advertised.
This policy is satisfied.
5. 2.1.2-This policy requires the opportunity for citizen involvement on planning efforts
through the CIT process. The CIT notification process has been followed for this zoning
ordinance amendment request. This policy is satisfied.
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6. 2.1.3-This policy requires that information on issues be available. The staff report and
findings, and proposed ordinance have been available for review since November 5,
1997. This policy is satisfied.
7. 8.1.2-This policy requires that the City coordinate with other local, state and federal
jurisdictions. The City has requested comments from all appropriate agencies. Metro has
sent a letter of support. No other agencies have commented in writing on the specific
proposals. This policy is satisfied.
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Design Standards; The proposal to modify the standards to allow flexibility under specific
circumstances will continue to meet the goals and intent for development of the Triangle in
that it provides flexibility while still requiring excellent design treatment within the
Triangle. The public process would remain much the same as exists today in that the
applicant is still required to hold a neighborhood meeting and the City will still hold a
public hearing on the proposal.
Procedure for Decision Making: Legislative Chapter 18.30 establishes procedures for
consideration of legislative changes to the provisions of the Comprehensive Plan,
implementing ordinances and maps. Section 18.30.120 lists the factors upon which the
Planning Commission and City Council shall base their decisions.
8. The statewide planning goals and guidelines adopted under Oregon Revised
Statutes Chapter 197. The applicable goals are addressed in these findings
9. Any federal or state statutes or guidelines found applicable. No other federal or
state standards or guidelines are applicable to this application
10. Applicable plans and guidelines adopted by the Metropolitan Service District.
Metro has stated by letter that the proposed adjustment process is appropriate.
11. The applicable comprehensive plan policies and map. These standards are
addressed under"Compliance with Comprehensive Plan Policies."
12. The applicable provisions of the implementing ordinances. Having followed the
appropriate procedures and addressed the criteria necessary for legislative amendments
to the development code, the proposed design standards are consistent with the
requirements of implementing ordinances.
C. DECISION
The City Council APPROVES the amendments to ZOA 97-0005.
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A. Purpose. It is recognized that the above design standards are to assist in upgrading
and providing consistency to development within the Tigard Triangle. It is
recognized that different designs may be used to meet the intent of the standards
and purpose statements of the Tigard Triangle Design Standards. With this in mind,
applicants for development in the Tigard Triangle may choose to submit proposed
projects which demonstrate compliance with the design standards or to request
adjustments from the Triangle design standards and submit design plans for review
and recommendation by a City Design Evaluation Team. This option allows
applicants to propose alternative designs to the Tigard Triangle Design Standards
that are consistent with the purpose of the standards. When a structure which has
nonconforming elements is partially or totally damaged by fire or other causes
beyond the control of the owner, the structure may be rebuilt using the same
structure footprint without receiving an adjustment from design standards.
B. Design Evaluation Team (DET). Evaluation of the adjustment to allow an alternative
design is made by a three person professional design team contracted by the City
for professional design review. The DET shall consist of design professionals with
experience in architecture, landscape architecture and civil engineering. This team
is charged with balancing the purpose statements, goals and standards of the
Tigard Triangle Design process with the alternative proposal submitted by the
applicants. The DET shall accept design proposals that vary from any of the
Triangle Design Standards. This process is to be applied only to the Tigard Triangle
Design Standards. Applicants must comply with all other development code
standards according to the regular development review requirements of Title 18 of
the City code. The DET will prepare a report outlining conditions and
recommendations in response to the applicant's proposal(s) for submission to the
Planning Commission within 30 days of meeting on the proposal.
C. Approval Criteria
For guidance in evaluating the purpose of the design standards, the DET shall refer
to Planning Director's Interpretation that provides purpose statements for the
Tigard Triangle design standards.
All adjustments to allow an alternative design are subject to the following criteria:
1. Granting the adjustment will continue to meet the purpose of the standard(s) to
be modified in an acceptable alternative manner; and
2. The proposal will not significantly detract from the livability or appearance of an
area and the proposal will be consistent with the desired character of the area; and
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3. If more than one adjustment is being requested, the cumulative effect of the
adjustments as well as each individual adjustment results in a project which is still
consistent with the overall purpose, goals and standards of the zone; and
4. Granting the adjustment is the minimum necessary to allow the proposed use of
the site; and any impacts resulting from the adjustment are mitigated to the extent
practical.
D. Review Process. The following steps must be followed by applicants to gain Design
Evaluation Review:
1. Applicants choosing the Design Evaluation process must submit a Design
Evaluation and Adjustment request according to a list of requirements provided by
the Director;
2. Members of the Design Evaluation Team are available to meet with applicants
as part of the preapplication process, however, applicants shall pay for the entire
cost of the review of the Design Evaluation Team. A deposit of $1,000 shall be paid
upon application. The applicant will be billed for any additional cost. The DET
report shall not be issued until all costs are paid. No request for design evaluation
review using the alternative design will be accepted until all costs are paid in full;
3. The applicant will receive a review date for a DET work session which shall be
within 30 days of Step 2 above. No public notification is required although the
review session is open to the public. The review is designed to allow the applicant
to present and explain design intent and adjustment proposals to the Design
Evaluation Team. This is not intended to be a public hearing and no public
testimony will be taken.
4. Upon completion of the DET review and payment of all costs, the DET will
forward a report and recommendations to the Director and the applicant within 30
days of meeting on the proposal. At the request of the applicant, this time period
may be extended.
5. The applicant may proceed to schedule and hold a pre-application neighborhood
meeting with the adjacent property owners at any time during this process according
to the provision provided by the Director at the Development Review pre-application
conference required by Chapter 18.32.040. It is recommended that the
development design to be reviewed at the pre-application neighborhood meeting
include the recommendations of the DET;
6. Upon completion of the neighborhood meeting requirements and receipt of the
DET report, applicants may proceed to file the appropriate development application
according to the provisions of Title 18 of the Municipal Code. Said application shall
include the recommendations of the DET.
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7. Review of a DET recommended plan and/or conditions shall be made part of the
staff report prepared by the Planning Director and shall be made available at a
public hearing before the Planning Commission according to the provisions of 18.32;
8. The Planning Commission may approve, approve with conditions or deny the
development application considering the DET recommendation and evaluating the
development and the design plan to ensure consistency with the Tigard Triangle
Design Standards. Approval of the Planning Commission must also be based on
compliance of the development plan with all other development code requirements
governing the application.
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Meeting of
TIGARD CITY COUNCIL Ftr:' 0
MEETING MINUTES - DECEMBER 9, 1997
• STUDY SESSION
> Meeting was called to order at 6:34 p.m. by Council President Paul Hunt
> Council Present: Council President Paul Hunt, Councilors Brian Moore, Bob Rohlf, and Ken
Scheckla. Mayor Nicoli arrived during the Executive Session.
> Staff Present: City Manager Bill Monahan; Community Development Director Jim
Hendryx; Asst. to the City Manager Liz Newton; and City Recorder
Catherine Wheatley.
> Executive Session: The Tigard City Council went into Executive Session at 6:34 p.m. under the
provisions of ORS 192.660 (1) (d), (e), & (h)to discuss labor relations, real
property transactions, current and pending litigation issues.
> Executive Session adjourned at 7:26 p.m.
> Mayor Nicoli reconvened the study session.
> Agenda Review
Bill Monahan, City Manager, reported that staff received correspondence from Commissioner
Linda Peters at Washington County in response to Mayor Nicoli's letter suggesting that the
County purchase the Tiffany Court property as a County housing project. Commissioner Peters
informed the Council that Community Partners for Affordable Housing has asked the County to
partner with them to acquire this property. Commissioner Peters suggested that Tigard work
with the Community Partners on this project and leave the County out of it.
Mr. Monahan suggested telling the County that, while they agreed that Community Partners
should be part of the project, the City was suggesting that the County purchase the property.
The Council discussed what action to take. Mayor Nicoli pointed out that with the possibility of
Federal agents seizing the property, they might be able to negotiate a fair price with the current
owner. He suggested talking with Commissioner Roy Rogers regarding this situation. Mr.
Monahan said that staff would find out what the status of the Federal action was, and draft a
response letter for Council review.
> Mayor Nicoli recessed the meeting at 7:35 p.m.
1. BUSINESS MEETING
• Call to Order- City Council & Local Contract Review Board
Mayor Nicoli called the business meeting to order at 7:39 p.m.
Girl Scout Troop #989 led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Nicoli and the Council
presented the troop members with City of Tigard pins.
• Council Communications/Liaison Reports
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> Councilor Moore wished his wife"Happy Birthday" and thanked her for her support.
> Councilor Hunt reported that the meeting with City of Tualatin representatives, City of
Tigard representatives, and the new owners of the Willamette& Pacific Railroad went very
well. He said that the owners were cooperative and willing to work with the cities to
achieve their mutual goal of removing one of the lines. In addition,they were amenable to
allowing use of the former railroad bridge as a pedestrian crossing to connect Cook Park
with the Tualatin Park across the Tualatin River.
> Councilor Rohlf thanked the staff and citizens involved in the tree lighting. He commented
that it caused him to reflect on how much fun it was to be part of a smaller community.
• Call to Council and Staff for Non-Agenda Items: None.
2. SPECIAL RECOGNITION-POLICE EMPLOYEE COMMENDATIONS
Ron Goodpaster,Police Chief, explained the procedures by which officers were commended,
the second highest recognition in the department. He read the commendation given to
Sergeant deSully, Officers Featherston, Heaukulani, LaFranchise, Newman, Ranum,
Detectives Boothby and Fischer for their work in solving a string of robberies in the Tigard
area. He read the commendation given to Sergeant Hal Merrill for his work in resolving a
potential suicide situation. The Mayor and the Council thanked the police officers for their
excellent work.
> Mayor Nicoli recessed the meeting at 7:46 p.m.
> Mayor Nicoli reconvened the meeting at 7:58 p.m.
3. VISITOR'S AGENDA
Kenneth Waymire,9005 SW Waverly Drive, spoke to the City maintaining street lights on
private streets in subdivisions. Mr. Monahan mentioned that Council directed staff to return
with a recommendation on the issue of private streets. He said that the staff interpretation in
these situations was that those getting the benefit of the private street also had the
responsibilities that went with it. Council has stated that they would not accept private streets
unless they were brought up to Code. He explained that on private streets staff had no ability to
control where and how many street lights were put in.
The Council agreed to discuss the issue of private streets at the January 21 workshop. Jim
Hendryx, Community Development Director, stated that he wanted to review the record and
the regulations prior to responding to Council questions.
Councilor Moore asked if Mr. Waymire had contacted the homeowners regarding this issue.
Mr. Waymire said no, he wanted to try to resolve the issue this way first.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilor Hunt requested to pull Item 4.5.
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Motion by Councilor Rohlf, seconded by Councilor Hunt, to adopt Consent Agenda items
4.1 to 4.4, 4.6, and 4.7
Motion was approved by unanimous voice vote of Council present. (Mayor Nicoli, Councilors
Hunt, Moore, Rohlf and Scheckla voted "yes.")
4.1 Receive& File: Tentative Agenda
4.2 Approve CIS Urban Services Area Insurance Pool Membership with CIS -
Resolution No. 97-50 (Self-Insurance Pool) and Resolution No. 97- 51 (Liability
Risk-Sharing Pool)
4.3 Approve Washington County Intergovernmental Agreement— 1997-98 Waste
Reduction Work Plan -Resolution No. 97-52
4.4 Approve City Attorney Contract
4.5 Approve Budget Adjustment#9 -Building Security- Resolution No. 97- (pulled for
separate consideration.)
4.6 Authorize City Manager to Sign Documents on Behalf of the City of Tigard and
Proceed With and Finalize Process for the Hickox Dedication/Donation of
Greenway Land
4.7 Local Contract Review Board: Award Contract for Tigard Police Department
Addition and Remodel to Woodburn Construction Company
• Consent Agenda -Items Removed for Separate Discussion
4.5 Approve Budget Adjustment#9 -Building Security- Resolution No. 97-
Councilor Hunt stated that, after reflection, he has decided to change his vote in favor of
installing a security system to not installing a security system at this time. He mentioned the
public facilities review currently underway and spoke to waiting until that committee made its
recommendations. He argued against spending $80,000 on a security system for buildings
whose current internal configuration and use could change based on the committee's
recommendations. He said that he supported installing a security system but believed that
they should wait until the facility space issue was settled.
Councilor Rohlf concurred that this matter was better put at a different time in the cycle.
Councilor Moore commented that he thought they had directed staff to look at further
expansion of the system. Mr. Monahan explained that this resolution was for the budget
authorization needed to get serious bid attention from vendors. It was a housekeeping
measure to get the City into position to go to bid.
Councilor Moore spoke in support of installing the system at this time, citing the City's
responsibility to protect its employees. He commented that the system components could be
reused in other locations.
Councilor Rohlf said that, while he was not against installing a security system, statistics
showed that people needed to be protected from relatives and friends more than they did from
the public. He noted that there was no indication of a problem, and supported waiting until the
facilities improvements were made.
Councilor Scheckla spoke to allowing the Budget Committee to review this request. He
mentioned that he has not heard employees say they were in dire need of a security system.
He commented that this system would protect only those who worked in these buildings and
did not cover those who worked offsite on streets, etc.
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Mr. Monahan explained that the City took safety measures already for employees who worked
offsite. He noted that it appeared that Councilors Hunt and Scheckla both wanted to hold off
on this decision but for different reasons. He pointed out that the security system was not only
for employee protection but for facility and property protection also.
Mayor Nicoli asked if they had to appropriate the money in the budget before going out to bid.
Mr. Monahan said that they were not required to do so but staff had felt actually having the
money available would present a more serious intention on the City's part to potential bidders.
The Council agreed by consensus to continue this resolution to a future work session for
further discussion.
5. SW NORTH DAKOTA UPDATE
Gus Duenas, City Engineer, reviewed the history of the SW North Dakota traffic control
project. He reported that staff bid out the project on October 19 per Council direction. Berning
Construction submitted the low bid of$18,118 for the traffic revisions(which was under the
estimated $25,000). This did not include the two speed humps which would be done in-house.
He-said that they were holding the contract in abeyance until they received direction from the
Council to proceed.
Councilor Rohlf asked about installing a barricade instead of a diverter for the six month trial
period. Mr. Duenas said that the extruded curb was actually easier to install than a barricade and
could be easily removed or more permanently installed.
Councilor Hunt reiterated his objections to the traffic diverter, as it contradicted the City's stated
intent to provide for greater connectivity in its streets. He said that with a diverter they could
not know if the other traffic control measures by themselves would cut down traffic because the
diverter by itself would reduce traffic.
Councilor Scheckla concurred with Councilor Hunt. He commented that people all over the
City would want these diverters which would constrict traffic movements.
Motion by Councilor Moore, seconded by Councilor Rohlf, to direct to proceed with the
construction of traffic-control revisions to SW North Dakota Street.
Motion was approved by majority voice vote of Council present. (Mayor Nicoli, Councilors
Moore, and Rohlf voted "yes." Councilors Hunt and Scheckla voted "no.")
6. PUBLIC HEARING - SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET
To discuss a proposed supplemental budget for 1997/98. The first notice of the
supplemental budget hearing published in the Tigard Times on Thursday,November 20,
1997.
a. Mayor Nicoli opened the public hearing.
b. Declarations or Challenges: None
c. Staff Report:
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Wayne Lowry,Finance Director, explained that this supplementary budget provided the
authorization to make the settlement payment for the Dolan case and to allow the City
Manager to order that the payment be made. He recommended approval.
d. Public Testimony: None
e. Council Questions: None
f. Mayor Nicoli closed the public hearing
g. Council Deliberation: Resolution No. 97-53
Motion by Councilor Scheckla, seconded by Councilor Hunt, to adopt Resolution No. 97-
53.
The City Recorder read the number and title of the resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 97-53, A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET
FOR THE 1997-98 FISCAL YEAR.
Motion was approved by unanimous voice vote of Council present. (Mayor Nicoli,
Councilors Hunt, Moore, Rohlf and Scheckla voted "yes.")
7. PUBLIC HEARING (LEGISLATIVE) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT
(CPA) 97-0001/ZONE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT (ZOA) 97-0004 QUASI-JUDICIAL
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP AMENDMENT REVIEW CRITERIA
REQUEST: Proposal to amend the adopted comprehensive plan text and zoning
ordinance criteria for quasi-judicial plan map amendment. LOCATION: Citywide
APPLICABLE REVIEW CRITERIA: Statewide Planning Goals 1,2, and 12; Tigard
Comprehensive Plan Policies 1.1.1.a., 2.1.1,2.1.2,2.1.3,8.1.2 ZONE: n/a
a. Mayor Nicoli opened the public hearing.
b. Declarations or Challenges: None
c. Staff Report
Laurie Nicholson,Associate Planner, reviewed briefly the history of the plan amendment.
She explained that the staff has added language to clarify what"changes" could justify a
plan amendment. The current criteria was a change was allowed if it was consistent with
applicable plan policy, if there was a change in physical circumstances, or the applicant
could demonstrate that a mistake had been made in the original land use definition.
Ms. Nicholson said that the new language added"if there was a change in adopted City of
Tigard land use or transportation policy or in regional land use or transportation planning
policy or the applicant can demonstrate that the proposed change can meet a community
need." In addition, the proposed change could have no significant negative impacts on
planned or existing public infrastructure. She recommended approval.
Councilor Scheckla asked if this was discussed at the CIT meetings. Mr. Monahan and Ms.
Newton reviewed the CIT notification process. Ms.Newton explained that the CITs did not
choose to place this item on their agendas for further discussion.
d. Public Testimony: None
e. Council Questions: None
f. Mayor Nicoli closed the public hearing
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g. Council Consideration
Motion by Councilor Hunt, seconded by Councilor Moore,to direct staff to initiate the
legislative change.
Motion was approved by majority voice vote of Council present. (Mayor Nicoli, Councilors
Hunt, and Moore voted "yes." Councilors Rohif and Scheckla voted"no.")
8. PUBLIC HEARING (LEGISLATIVE) ZONE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT (ZOA) 97-
0005 DESIGN EVALUATION TEAM CODE AMENDMENTS
REQUEST: Request to add code language to the Tigard Triangle design standards that
provides a process for review of adjustments by a Design Evaluation Team LOCATION:
Generally, south of Highway 99W,west of I-5, and north of Highway 217 APPLICABLE
REVIEW CRITERIA: Statewide Planning Goals 1,2; Tigard Comprehensive Plan
Policies 1.1.1.a.,2.1.1,2.1.2,2.1.3, 8.1.2 ZONE: Commercial General (CG) and Mixed
Use Employment(MUE)
a. Mayor Nicoli opened the public hearing.
b. Declarations or Challenges: None
c. Staff Report
Mr. Hendryx briefly reviewed the history of this item. He mentioned that staff has worked
diligently with property owners and interests in the Triangle to develop the proposal before
the Council.
Nadine Smith, Senior Planner, referenced the earlier workshop in which she reviewed this
item in detail for the Council. She said that the process would provide a peer review for
projects requesting an adjustment to the design standards of the Triangle. The Design
Evaluation Team would be comprised of professionals who were architects, landscape
architects, or civil engineers.
Ms. Smith noted the comparison of the existing system with the proposed system as depicted
in Figure 1. She mentioned that they worked with the property owners and the City
Attorney to arrive at the specific language. She said that the Planning Commission
recommended approval with minor changes, and that the City Attorney made some minor
changes following the Planning Commission review.
d. Public Testimony
Michael Robinson supported the Planning Commission recommendation. He noted how
well staff worked with all interested parties.
e. Staff Recommendation: Ms. Smith recommended approval.
f. Council Questions:
Councilor Hunt raised the issue of who appointed the Design Evaluation Team members.
He disagreed with leaving it to the mayor, pointing out that they might not always have a
mayor with Mayor Nicoli's expertise in this area. Mayor Nicoli agreed. He suggested using
the same process they used for Board appointments. Mr. Monahan suggested a three
member team made up of the mayor, a city councilor, and a staff person to make a
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recommendation to Council. Councilor Hunt suggested approving the request with the
provision that staff return next week with a proposal on how to appoint the team members.
Councilor Scheckla asked how a citizen could propose adjustments outside the Design
Evaluation Team process. He asked what happened if the Planning Commission overruled
part of the Team's recommendation. Ms. Smith explained that the recommendation went
before the Planning Commission in a public hearing format. The Planning Commission's
decision could be appealed like any other land use situation.
g. Mayor Nicoli closed the public hearing
h. Council Deliberation: Ordinance No. 97-13
Motion by Councilor Hunt, seconded by Councilor Rohlf, for the adoption of Ordinance No.
97-13 with the provision that staff bring back a recommendation on the process for
appointing members.
The City Recorder read the number and title of the ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. 97-13, AN ORDINANCE ADDING A DESIGN EVALUATION TEAM
TO PROVIDE REVIEW FOR ADJUSTMENTS TO THE DESIGN STANDARDS WITHIN
THE TIGARD TRIANGLE AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Motion was approved by unanimous roll call vote of Council present. (Mayor Nicoli,
Councilors Hunt, Moore, Rohlf and Scheckla voted "yes.")
9. NON AGENDA ITEMS: None.
> Mayor Nicoli adjourned the business meeting at 8:50 p.m.
10. EXECUTIVE SESSION: The Tigard City Council went into Executive Session at 9:00 p.m.
under the provisions of ORS 192.660 (1) (d), (3), & (h) to discuss labor relations, real property
transactions, current and pending litigation issues.
11. ADJOURNMENT: 10:30 p.m.
Attes Catherine City Recorder
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CITY OF TIGARD PLANNING COMMISSION
Regular Meeting Minutes
November 17, 1997
1. CALL TO ORDER
President Wilson called the meeting-to order at 7:30 p.m. The meeting was held in
the Tigard Civic Center, Town Hall, at 13125 SW Hall Blvd.
2. ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: President Wilson; Commissioners Anderson, DeFrang
Griffith, Holland, and Neff
Commissioners Absent: Commissioners Collson, Scolar, and Padgett
Staff Present: Dick Bewersdorff, Planning Manager; Nadine Smith, Planning
Supervisor; Brian Rager, Development Review Engineer;
Jerree Gaynor, Planning Commission Secretary
3. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMUNICATIONS
Dick Bewersdorff updated the Commission on filling the upcoming vacancies.
4. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES
Commissioner DeFrang moved and Commissioner Griffith seconded a motion to
approve the October 20, 1997, meeting minutes as submitted. A voice vote was
taken and the motion passed by majority vote. Commissioners Holland and
Commissioner Neff abstained.
5. PUBLIC HEARING
5.1 SUBDIVISION (SUB) 97-0005/PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (PDR) 97-
0004NARIANCE (VAR) 97-0008/ZONE CHANGE (ZON) 97-0003/LOT LINE
ADJUSTMENT (MIS) 97-0010/SENSITIVE LANDS REVIEW (SLR) 97-
0004NARIANCE (VAR) 97-0012 OLSON HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION
CONTINUED FROM OCTOBER 20. 1997
PROPOSAL: 1. Subdivision preliminary plat approval to divide an approximately
3.32 acre parcel into 14 lots ranging between 5,656 square feet to 9,360 square
feet; 2. Planned Development Review to allow lot sizes less than the minimum
7,500 square feet required by the zone; 3. Zone Change to record a Planned
Development Overlay Zone on the Zoning Map; 4. Variance request to allow a 480
and 420-foot cul-de-sac, whereas, the maximum allowed by Code is 400 feet; 5.
Variance request to allow a maximum street grade of 17.5%, whereas, the maximum
allowed by Code is 15%; 6. Sensitive Lands Review to allow fill within drainage
ways; and 7. Lot Line Adjustment request to adjust two (2) parcels of
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approximately 89,527 and 25,573 square feet into two (2) parcels of approximately
89,342 and 25,758 square feet. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: Low
Density Residential; 1-5 Dwelling Units Per Acre. ZONING DESIGNATION:
Residential, 4.5 Units Per Acre; 'R-4.5. LOCATION: The site is located west of
SW 118th Avenue, east of SW 121st Avenue, on the south side of SW Gaarde
Street, and east of the Arlington Ridge Subdivision. WCTM 2S110BA, Tax Lot
02100; 2S110BB, Tax Lots 00300 and 00400. APPLICABLE REVIEW
CRITERIA: Community Development Code Chapters 18.50, 18.80, 18.84, 18.88,
18.92, 18.100, 18.102, 18.106, 18.108, 18.134, 18.150, 18.160, 18.162 and
18.164; and Comprehensive Plan Policies 3.1.1 and 3.2.4.
President Wilson asked for declarations of conflicts of interest, bias, ex parte
contacts, or site visits. Commissioner Holland declared that he met the developer
once when he attended neighborhood meetings regarding a subdivision built behind
his property by the developer's father but it would not affect his decision.
Commissioner DeFrang declared a site visit.
STAFF REPORT
Planning Manager Dick Bewersdorff presented the staff report on behalf of the
City. He mentioned that during the continuance the applicants revised their plan in
order to provide private streets and to not fill in the drainage ditch. He
recommended approval with conditions.
Development Review Engineer Brian Rager, explained that the public streets
originally proposed by the applicant did not meet the criteria that grading for public
streets would not exceed 15% for more than 250 feet. However, forcing the grading
to 15% significantly impacted the adjacent properties by creating an eight foot cut for
the majority of the site with an eight foot retaining wall. Private streets allowed the
applicant more flexibility in the vertical alignment. He noted that specific language
• would appear on the final plat stating clearly that the streets were privately owned
and maintained by the property owners in the subdivision.
Mr. Rager said that the applicant also needed a variance to the fire code standard
which allowed a maximum of a 15% grade for only 200 feet. The fire code allowed a
variance, provided additional fire fighting measures were added to the development,
in this case a sprinkler system in all houses.
Mr. Rager said that the revised sanitary sewer plan adequately addressed staffs
concerns with access to the sewer lines by re-routing the lines up 117th Place. The
private streets would have a blanket public access and utility easement to allow
access to the public sewer lines. He mentioned the sewer line located in a backyard
to which the City would have access via the downstream manhole. Staff imposed a
condition of approval requiring a 10 foot wide driveway to that manhole to allow
access by trucks.
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• Mr. Rager reviewed the changes in the storm drainage plan. The applicant would
leave the drainage ditch open but make improvements to insure that it could handle
the increased flow: Because the streets were now private, the City has reclassed
the storm drainage and water quality facilities as private also Specific language
would be included on the final plat to indicate that these facilities were privately
maintained.
APPLICANT'S PRESENTATION
Dave Deharrport, Four Construction, 14985 SW Ruby Street, Beaverton, 97007,
- explained that he had requested the continuance in order to resolve several issues
raised by the conditions of approval which impacted adjacent property owners. He
reviewed the changes they made to address the concerns, as explained by Mr.
Rager. He mentioned that maintaining the 17% cut made a more attractive street
and saved several trees on the east side of the project. He pointed out that the
project connected to Gaarde Street by a 40 foot wide stem lot.
Mr. Deharrport reviewed several items in the current staff report for which he wanted
clarification. He asked that they be allowed to build the entrance on SW 119th and
SW Gaarde Road to meet the Washington County Commercial driveway approach
rather than to the City's private roadway standard (Condition 6). He explained how
Condition 6 and Condition 5 (a requirement to dedicate an additional 17 feet of right-
of-way along SW Gaarde Road) worked to encroach on adjacent property. He
explained how the Washington County approach would allow construction of the
entrance without encroaching on adjacent property owners' land.
Mr. Deharrport asked that they be allowed to build a sidewalk only on the west side
of 119th, as opposed to meeting the city standard of sidewalks on both sides of the
street (Condition 9). He referenced their cross-sections that showed only one
sidewalk. He suggested modifying the condition to read "per cross-sections
indicated on preliminary plans or per the applicant's proposed plans."
Mr. Deharrport asked to add on to the end of Condition 18 the phrase "or that Tract
B complies with the Uniform Fire Code", similar to Condition 12.
Mr. Deharrport asked for clarification on Condition 22, to provide sanitary sewer
laterals to the adjacent undeveloped property. He pointed out that Tax Lots 2200
and 2300 were under the same ownership, and that Tax Lot 2000 had sewer access
from Gaarde Street. He asked to modify the condition to specify providing a lateral
to Tax Lot 2300 only.
Mr. Deharrport asked what the sentence in Condition 23b meant: "the access shall
be physically separate from the private driveway to Lot 13." He expressed concern
for the impact to Lot 13, noting that to get access to Lot 13, they had to cross the
right-of-way. He proposed either deleting this sentence or adding a second
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sentence to read "access to Lot 13 shall be allowed through the maintenance
access road."
President Wilson asked how Mr. Deharrport proposed preventing parking on that
driveway. Mr. Deharrport said that they would differentiate between the driveway and
the accessway through different types of paving material.
Commissioner DeFrang asked about street widths. Mr. Deharrport referenced pages
2 and 5 of the construction drawings, noting that Tract B was 20 feet wide while the
main access (Tract D) would be widened from 12 feet to 22 feet.
Mr. Deharrport mentioned the concern of the property owners to the east of Lots 13
and 14 regarding surface runoff from this project onto their properties and possible
underground springs. He explained the piping system they would use to handle the
surface runoff and any underground springs. He noted the concerns of residents to
the west (in Arlington Ridge) regarding lot sizes. The lots ranged in size from 5600
square feet to 9360 square feet. He proposed building homes in the $200,000 to
$300,000 price range. He said that they went through the PUD process in order to
make the most efficient use of this land that had steep grades.
Commissioner Holland asked if there were any guarantees that the residents would
not eventually ask the City to take over the private streets. Mr. Deharrport said that
there were not any guarantees but there would be a homeowners association formed
to maintain the streets and documentation on the plat stating that these were private
streets.
President Wilson asked for staff clarification on Mr. Deharrport's points. Mr. Rager
said that it was not the staffs intent to require the developer to encroach on his
neighbors' property with the driveway. He said that he did not have a problem with
modifying the language in Condition 6 to allow more flexibility but he did not want to
commit to meeting the County standards rather than the City standards. He explained
that Condition 9, requiring sidewalks, etc., to city standards, was a standard condition
placed on all subdivisions. He said that they could tweak the language to clarify that
while the applicant was to provide the stated items for a private street, there were
certain things that did not have to meet public standards.
Mr. Rager said that Condition 12 and Condition 18 were not redundant, they did
address separate issues. He said that the additional language suggested by Mr.
Deharrport (that Tract B would comply with the Uniform Fire Code) was acceptable to
staff. He disagreed with Mr. Deharrport's suggestion on Condition 22 (requiring a
lateral only to Tax Lot 2300). He pointed out that even if Tax Lots 2200 and 2300
were owned by the same person, they could develop separately and needed sewer
laterals. He concurred that Tax Lot 2000 had sewer access from Gaarde Road. Mr.
Deharrport clarified that Tax Lot 2200 already had city sewer.
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Mr. Rager said that staffs concern with Condition 23b (the manhole accessway) was
cars parking on the driveway. They needed unencumbered access and felt that an
accessway physically separated from the driveway would help insure that. He
suggested splitting the accessway along the property line of Lots 12 and 13 to give
sufficient room for driveways on both lots. Mr. Deharrport said that he preferred to
inconvenience only one property owner with the necessary access easements. He
reiterated using different pavement materials to distinguish between the two uses.
In response to several questions from Commissioner Holland, Mr. Rager said that
maintenance accessed the manhole once a year to clean it, using the heavy cleaning
truck. Maintenance access roads had to meet higher standards than private
driveways. It was unlikely that maintenance would have to access this sanitary sewer
manhole in an emergency situation. Mr. Deharrport pointed out that maintenance
problems rarely occurred in sewers on slopes. Mr. Rager said that if they
compromised on this condition, he suggested allowing some compromise to the flag
pole portion of Lot 13 but separating the driveways out as soon as the driveway
crossed the right-of-way.
PUBLIC TESTIMONY - IN FAVOR
There was none.
PUBLIC TESTIMONY - IN OPPOSITION
> Bruce Tilley, 14210 SW 121st Avenue, stated the concerns of the Arlington Ridge
neighbors regarding lot size (under 6000 square feet), the drainage way on the west •
side of the property, and whether or not sensitive land issues were involved.
> Bob Norin, 11900 SW Gaarde Street, submitted a letter(Exhibit A) detailing his
concerns. He explained that he owned Lots 2200 and 2300. He confirmed that Lot
2200 was connected to sewer. He expressed concern about changing the public
streets to private streets. He pointed out that Tract D already accessed two homes.
He questioned whether Tract D was adequate to serve this development (even
widened to 22 feet) given the potential for a total of 30 houses accessing Gaarde
Street from this road at some point in the future. He asked why Tract C was 24 feet
wide, serving 9 units, while Tract D was only 22 feet wide, serving 16 units.
Mr. Norin expressed concern with the sight distances from Tract E turning on to
Gaarde Street. He questioned Conditions 12 and 18, asking how a fire truck would
turn around on the streets. He asked if the CC&Rs would apply to existing property
owners (Conditions 13 and 14). The existing lots were Tax Lots 400, 500, 2200, and
2300. Mr. Rager confirmed that the CC&Rs would not apply to the existing lots
because they were not part of the subdivision. The existing property owners would
not have to contribute to the maintenance of the private streets.
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Mr. Norin asked to change the 15 feet frontage access granted to his Lot 2300 to the
standard 25 feet (Condition 16). He asked if the existing lots would become another
"island" when the subdivision annexed into the City (Condition 24). He questioned
why street trees were planted only on 119th.and Drive C and not on Drives A & B
(Condition 37a). He concurred with the intersection concerns raised regarding
Condition 37b. He mentioned that the tree in Condition 37d sat on the property line
between his property and Mr. Deharrport's. He asked whether or not it would be
removed.
Mr. Norin questioned installing a cul-de-sac in an area where the future development
showed 30 lots when the cul-de-sac standard limited cul-de-sacs to providing
access to no more than 20 units. He mentioned that the creek on the west side of
the property flowed year round. He said that his main concerns were shortchanging
the area by adding a small street with difficulties in accessing Gaarde Street.
President Wilson pointed out that the 22 foot wide street would be expanded to 28
feet wide once Tax Lot 2000 developed. Mr. Norin reiterated his concern that this
plan created a problem for future development by not building the access street to
city standards initially.
APPLICANT'S REBUTTAL
Mr. Deharrport mentioned that the creek whose channel they would improve with a
rock lining was located solely on their property, and did not extend on the west
edge of Arlington Heights. He reviewed how this development helped the potential
development of Mr. Norin's property through the provision of sewer and water. He
concurred that the 22 foot road would be widened upon development of the other
properties. He explained that they went with private streets because it was
essentially recommended by staff. He confirmed that the CC&Rs would apply only
to the subdivision.
Mr. Deharrport referenced a study done by Washington County which found that
with minor improvements, the sight distance on Gaarde would be adequate. He
reiterated that they were complying with the Uniform Fire Code, and would provide
either a hammerhead or a turn around or a deadend street that met the Code's
criteria.
Commissioner Neff commented that Oregon law on the maintenance of easements
might allow Mr. Deharrport to require Mr. Norin or a homeowners association to
contribute to the maintenance of the easement. Although they were not part of the
CC&Rs, they did share the easement with the subdivision. He asked if Mr.
Deharrport would waive his right to do so until such time as Mr. Norin developed his
property. Mr. Deharrport said that they would make a statement on the plat to do
so. Commissioner Neff said that he thought it would be fair to require a contribution
by the owners once Mr. Norin developed his property.
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Commissioner Griffith asked about the street trees not planted on Drives A & B. Mr.
Bewersdorff stated that the staff report was in error and that street trees were
required on all the streets.
President Wilson asked staff to address Mr. Norin's concern about access to Lot
2300. Would granting only 15 feet access potentially render the site undevelopable
if Mr. Norin chose to sell off the site? Mr. Bewersdorff said that the access
requirements only applied to a subdivision of the land. It could be developed as a
nonconforming lot with a single family home. Mr. Deharrport pointed out that his
subdivision gave access to Tax Lot 2300 which currently had no access at all.
PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED
Commissioner Griffith raised the issue of sight distance on Gaarde. Commissioner
DeFrang said she visited the site to clarify that issue. She reported that she had
no difficulty seeing in both directions. Mr. Rager referenced the Washington
County report (page 34) which stated that there would be adequate sight distance
with removal of the existing bank and vegetation. Staff put a condition on the
project requiring certification that adequate sight distance has been met.
The Commission discussed the issues on the conditions raised by the applicant
Mr. Rager suggested modifying Condition 6 to read "or a modification to the
standard as approved by the City Engineer." President Wilson added "which does
not encroach on neighboring properties."
The Commission agreed to modify Condition 9 by deleting the last sentence, and
changing the language to "concrete sidewalk." They agreed to add "or comply
with the Uniform Fire Code" to Condition 18. For Condition 22, the applicant would
provide sanitary sewer laterals to Tax Lots 2300 and 400 (2S110BA and 2S110BB
- Washington County)
The Commission discussed the compromise on Condition 23b extensively. They
agreed with Mr. Rager's suggestion to rewrite the sentence as "the access,
beginning from the north portion of the flag pole of Lot 13, shall be physically
separate from the driveway to Lot 13."
Mr. Rager suggested adding wording to Conditions 16 and 17 to indicate that Tax
Lots 2200 and 2300 would not be obligated to own or maintain any portion of the
private street until such time as development of these tax lots occurred.
Commissioner Neff suggested that the developer formally waive his right to
enforce the obligation. The Commission discussed what wording should be used.
They agreed to add to Condition 16 the sentence "The developer shall
affirmatively waive his right to enforce the easement maintenance laws created by
Oregon statute until such time as Tax Lots 2200 and 2300 develop", and an
identical sentence to Condition 17 substituting Tax Lots 100, 400, 500 •
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(Washington County 2S110CB) and Tax Lots 2000, 2200, and 2300 (Washington
County 2S110BA) for Tax Lots 2200 and 2300.
Commissioner Griffith raised the issue of the tree located directly on the property
line. Mr. Rager said that whoever owned the majority of the tree was responsible
for caregiving and removal. Jay Harris, Harris McMonagle Engineering, stated
that the pine tree would suffer significant root damage during development. He
suggested that an arborist review the plans but doubted that they could move
anything sufficiently far away to minimize damage to the trees. President Wilson
said that he was inclined not to put a condition on this. He commented that if it
was damaged, then the develop might as well cut it down. If there was an issue of
property rights, then the developer should leave the tree standing unless he
worked something out with the neighboring property owner.
Commissioner Holland moved and Commissioner Anderson seconded to
approve SUB 97-0005/PDR 97-0004NAR 97-0008/ZON 97-0003/MIS 97-
0010/SLR 97-0004NAR 97-0012 with the changes as discussed by the
Commission. A voice vote was taken and the motion passed by unanimous
vote.
President Wilson recessed the meeting for a break.
President Wilson reconvened the meeting.
The Commission took Item 5.3 out of order.
5.3 APPEAL OF TRI-COUNTY DIRECTOR'S INTERPRETATION
CONTINUED FROM SEPTEMBER 22. 1997
Commissioner Holland moved and Commissioner Griffith seconded to continue the
appeal of the Tri-Count Director's interpretation to January 5, 1998. A voice vote
was taken and the motion passed by a unanimous vote.
5.2 ZONE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT (ZOA) 97-0005 DESIGN EVALUATION
TEAM CODE AMENDMENTS
REQUEST: Request to add code language to the Tigard Triangle design
standards that provides a process for review of adjustments by a Design
Evaluation Team. LOCATION: Generally, south of Highway 99W, west of 1-5,
and north of Highway 217. APPLICABLE REVIEW CRITERIA: Statewide
Planning Goals 1, 2; Tigard Comprehensive Plan Policies 1.1.1a., 2.1.1, 2.1.2,
2.1.3, 8.1.2, Community Development Code Chapters 18.30 and adopted design
standards for the Tigard Triangle. ZONE: Commercial General (CG) and Mixed
Use Employment (MUE)
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STAFF REPORT
Planning Supervisor Nadine Smith presented the staff report on behalf of the City.
She reviewed the Design Evaluation Team .(DET) process that would allow for an
alternative to complying with the design standards as written. She explained that
the DET, composed of three design,professionals, would act as a peer group to
review adjustments to the Tigard Triangle standards. This was a means of providing
flexibility in the design standards while at the same time maintaining a high standard
of design value.
Ms. Smith directed the Commission to the illustration in the staff report (pages 2 and
3) showing the existing design review process in comparison with the DET process.
In the DET process, the DET would be available for the pre-app conference. At that
time the applicant would decide whether or not to go through the DET process in lieu
of meeting the design standards. An applicant could meet with the neighborhood
prior to the DET meeting if he so wished.
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Ms. Smith explained that while the public could attend the meeting between the DET
and the applicant, it was not a public hearing and no public testimony would be
allowed. She said that following this meeting, the DET would write up their
recommendation for inclusion in the staff report done for the Planning Commission.
The Planning Commission could accept, modify or deny the recommendation. The
Commission had the final decision making capability.
Ms. Smith explained that the purpose statements for each of the design standards
currently under development by staff still needed refinement. Staff proposed to
refine the statements using the Planning Director's interpretation process.
Commissioner Griffith raised the issue of the DET members. Ms. Smith said that
while staff suggested an architect, a landscape architect and a civil engineer serve
on the Team, they meant people with experience in those fields, rather than limiting
Team members to registered professionals. She said that the Team members
would be on a City Council approved contract.
President Wilson expressed concern that the language was silent on how the DET
worked within itself. He questioned how they would settle differences of opinion or
how long they had to make their recommendation. Ms. Smith said that the DET
evaluation was limited to evaluating the adjustment to a particular design standard,
they were not reviewing the entire project. She stated that the Team would present
a written report on how they felt (as professionals) that the adjustment met the intent
of the original design standards. Staff felt that as design professionals, the Team
members would understand the parameters within which they had to work and
would work out an appropriate process.
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President Wilson commented that he thought that it was reasonable to expect a
design professional to react more quickly than within 30 days. Ms. Smith pointed
out the difficulties with coordinating the schedules of three design professionals to
set up a meeting. She said that she doubted that there would:be sufficient use of
this alternative process to justify asking the Team members to be available at a
particular time every week. Planning Director Dick Bewersdorff concurred.
PUBLIC TESTIMONY - IN FAVOR
> Michael Robinson, Stoel Rives, 900 SW Fifth #2300, Portland, representing
Eagle Hardware, stated that in general his client supported the staff proposal but
they did have some minor concerns. He expressed his appreciation for the staffs
willingness to listen to their concerns. Mr. Robinson noted that while Section C-3(c)
stated that the Team had 30 days to make their decision following their meeting with
the applicant, there was no requirement on how quickly that meeting with the
applicant had to occur. He asked that once staff judged the design adjustment
application complete, the meeting be held within 14 days.
Mr. Robinson expressed concern that the language in Section C-8 implied that the
Planning Commission's review of an application would include the DET
recommendation with the Code criteria as a focus for evaluation instead of focusing
solely on the Code criteria. He suggested deleting the wording relating to the DET
recommendation to clarify that it was not a criteria for approval.
Mr. Robinson asked that there be a clearly defined opportunity for the Council to
hear these applications, rather than making the Commission the final decision
making authority. He said that he did not think an appeal to City Council would run
afoul of the 120 day rule because so much of the work occurred prior to the start of
the 120 day clock. He explained that he thought that the Council should be included
in the process because, despite staffs best efforts to use clear and objective
standards, the purpose statements would have ambiguous phrases that needed
interpretation. He said that under Oregon law, the Land Use Board of Appeals
(LUBA) granted deference to interpretations by City Councils but little to none to
those coming from Planning Commissions.
> Steven Hill, Miller Nash, 111 SW Fifth Ave., #3400, Portland, representing
Waremart, Inc. and Tigard-Tualatin School District, provided copies of a letter
detailing his clients' concerns with the DET process. He concurred with Mr.
Robinson's comments that the staff worked hard to provide flexibility. He said that
while they generally disagreed with some of these standards applying to the
Commercial-General zone in the Triangle, they did appreciate staffs attempts to
provide flexibility to modify the standards. He reviewed their concerns with the staff
proposal.
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Mr. Hill noted that the Cub Foods store in the Triangle was a nonconforming use.
He said that Waremart was concerned that, in the event of rebuilding from a
catastrophic loss, they would be subject to full conformance with the standards,
something that they did not want to do. He pointed out the apparent exemption
provided by staff in the last paragraph of the purpose statement but requested that
this language be set off separately from the purpose statement and make reference
to the Code sections containing the application provisions for non-conforming
situations.
Mr. Hill stated their position that the DET recommendation was a permit under state
law and therefore subject to the 120 day rule. He compared it to a variance request.
He said that his client's concern with this matter would be reduced if there were
some specific timelines included in the process to move it along quickly. He
supported the 14 day timeframe suggested by Mr. Robinson.
Mr. Hill expressed concern that the language of the second approval criteria listed in
Exhibit A was unclear. He asked what"significantly detract from livability or
appearance" or"consistent with desired character" meant. He asked that either the
Commission or the Council clarify the intent of that particular criteria.
Mr. Hill stated that his clients did not believe that the purpose statements should be
adopted through the Planning Director's interpretation process. He argued that the
defined limits of the Director's authority did not extend to adopting purpose
statements that would in fact be criteria by which the DET would review a proposal.
He spoke to adopting these purpose statements through the City's legislative
decision making process (Chapter 18.30). He held that the purpose statements
were the basic underlying issues in the process, providing direction to applicants as.
to what they needed to do to have some opportunity for success. He cited an
example on page 4 (building setback standard), in which he questioned how anyone
would know what determined whether or not someone met the statement.
Commissioner Griffith noted (in regard to the non-conforming issue) that in one letter,
the correspondent spoke to using language similar to the City of Portland. Mr. Hill
said that staff did use language similar to Portland's. He stated that he was not
commenting on the language or its presentation in the proposal, rather they wanted
the language to be set in as a separate provision with reference back to the Code
Chapter on non-conforming situations.
> Gordon Martin, 12265 SW 72nd Avenue, said that while he supported the DET
process, he thought that it needed further refinement along the lines suggested by
Mr. Hill. He agreed that they needed to include some criteria or standards to serve
as a benchmark for the DET. He recounted a situation in another city in which the
recommendation of their equivalent of a DET to allow modification to the standards
was approved by the Planning Commission and City Council but then appealed to
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LUBA on the grounds that the DET had no authority to allow modification to the
standards. The City lost the appeal and they had to write a standard giving the DET
the authority to deviate from the standard. He reiterated the need to have some
criteria for the DET to justify deviating from the standard in order to hold up their
decisions if they were appealed to LUBA.
Mr. Martin referenced his letter in the record. He spoke to having certified architects,
civil engineers, and landscape architects on the DET, not simply people with
experience in these fields. He contended that registered professionals dealt with
these problems on a daily basis in their businesses and had the expertise necessary
to understand the problems and to explain them adequately to the planners
PUBLIC TESTIMONY - IN OPPOSITION
> Darlene Wozniak, 14200 SW Fern, stated that she had served on the Task Force.
She expressed her disappointment that some of the understandings that the Task
Force had regarding the original design standards did not come out in the final
document. She spoke to working with the original design standards to clarify
wording and include flexibility, rather than developing another process with other
people's opinions on what the standards meant. She cited an example of the
confusion in the meaning of the standards in her understanding that the 300 foot
walkthrough in a building was a fire exit, not a permanent open access. She
contended that they have seen enough of the potential problems now to do the fine-
tuning the Council had expected when they adopted the standards that would allow
flexibility while still maintaining quality standards. She mentioned that the Task
Force had liked the design of Sequoia Parkway.
President Wilson asked when the change between the Task Force's understanding
and the language in the document took place. Ms. Wozniak said that she missed the
last two meetings of the Task Force. She commented that in the future she would not
depend on the design professionals to raise issues but would speak up regarding her
concerns. She mentioned the impact that a $3000 fee for the DET would have on
small businesses.
PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED
President Wilson closed the public hearing.
Commissioner DeFrang asked for staff comment on Ms. Wozniak's comments on
working out the problems that have arisen within the original design standards rather
than creating a new process. Ms. Smith said that staff has tried many times to
develop a consistent interpretation on how to use the design standards. She
explained that the intent of the DET process was to provide a flexible treatment of the
standards. She pointed out the Council's stated desire not to open up the design
standards again. The Council wanted flexibility in the standards, and to allow review
by a design professional to interpret the standards so that an application would meet
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the intent of what was proposed for the Triangle as a whole. Ms. Smith pointed out
the timeframe within which the original design standards were developed was such
that missing one meeting meant missing significant discussion.: She mentioned that
other jurisdictions have now adopted similar design standards .
Ms. Smith stated that she worked with the City Attorney in creating the DET proposal.
She stated that Ms. Beery felt that the document was very defensible, and that
purpose statements could be adopted through the Planning Director's interpretation
process. She said that the adjustment recommendation was not a permit and not
subject to the 120 day rule. Mr..Bewersdorff said that staff would not recommend this
process at all if it fell under the 120 day rule. He stated that if the standards were
written in detail, then no basis existed for the process.
Commissioner Holland concurred with the concerns raised about timeliness in
scheduling a meeting with the DET. Ms. Smith reiterated her concerns with
scheduling three professionals together within 14 days. Mr. Bewersdorff pointed out
that staff tried to get applications through as quickly as possible now. They needed
flexibility to schedule the professionals. He requested leaving the timeframe open
ended with the understanding that staff would work the process as quickly as they
could.
Commissioner Anderson noted Mr. Robinson's comments regarding Section C-8. Ms.
Smith said that staff did not object to wording that clarified the intent that the
Commission consider the DET evaluation.
President Wilson asked about the purpose statements. Ms. Smith clarified that the
purpose statements were not intended as criteria, they were intended as guiding
language. She explained that the language, such as cited by Mr. Hill in the building
setback standard, was typical design language understood by the design
professionals but not necessarily understood by attorneys. She said that they have
been working with Lloyd Lindley, an original author of the design standards, in writing
these purpose statements.
President Wilson said that as a design professional himself, he thought that they
made decisions based more on intuition. He commented that to the extent that staff
could clarify items to make them less arbitrary, writing these purpose statements was
a valuable exercise. He did not support sending the statements to the Commission or
Council for adoption.
The Commission discussed whether the professionals serving on the DET should be
registered or simply have experience in the fields. Commissioner Holland did not
support restricting Team members to registered professionals. President Wilson
pointed out that certification was intended to insure that the professionals were
minimally competent in their fields. He supported using registered professionals.
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Commissioner Neff expressed concern regarding the 120 day rule. He asked if the
City's position was that they did not have a complete application until the DET process
was concluded. He asked for Mr. Hill's comments.-Mr. Hill reiterated his comparison
with a variance, contending that under state law applicants had the right to have all
decisions for an application made in one decision subject to the 120 day rule. He said
that they interpreted the adjustment decision as a permit (per state statute definition).
He argued that once the staff decided that an application was complete to go the
DET, then the 120 day rule,applied. He said that he did not understand staffs
reasoning on this process being outside the 120 day rule. He pointed out that the big
issue was getting a timely process.
The Commission discussed the issue, noting concerns with dragging the process on
and with making a decision too quickly. They discussed the possibility of asking
developers to waive the 120 day rule if they went through the DET process (similar to
the Portland process). Ms. Smith explained that staff did not consider the application
complete when submitted to the DET. The information received back from the DET
itself became part of the application.
The Commission discussed alternative language for Section C8. Commissioner Neff
suggested changing it from the original language to "considering the DET
recommendations and evaluating the development and the design plan to insure
consistency with the Tigard Triangle design standards." The Commission agreed by
consensus to the modified language.
Commissioner Griffith returned to the discussion on how to have a timely process
while allowing staff sufficient time to work with the professionals. President Wilson
suggested setting a time limit of 30 days within which the meeting with the DET had to
occur. The DET still had 30 days following that meeting to make their written
recommendation. Ms. Smith noted that the time limits would be written into the
contract. Commissioner Griffith noted that a 60 day delay when nothing happened
cost developers a lot of money in the interest they paid. President Wilson said that he
thought such a delay would be rare. _
The Commission noted the request to separate the nonconforming language. Mr.
Bewersdorff said that he would prefer to put the language in where it was relevant
only to the Triangle. The Code sections on non-conforming situations applied to the
entire city.
The Commission discussed whether or not the adjustment decision should be
appealable to the Council. Ms. Smith confirmed that the issue was reviewed by the
City Attorney. She said that she understood that in the present Code rewrite the City
was trying to move towards having appeals end at the Planning Commission. She
said that the Council has indicated that they thought that it would be better to have the
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Commission in the design review role, as that was their area of expertise. The
Commission concurred.
Commissioner Neff said that he still had a concern about the 120 day rule. He
concurred with Mr. Hill that the language as written implied that the application was
complete upon submittal to the DET. Ms. Smith said that she would work with the City
Attorney and Mr. Hill to change the language to make the DET process not part of the
120 day rule and to add the 30 days plus 30 days requirement for the DET to set up a
meeting and make a recommendation.
Ms. Smith said that she understood the intent of the Commissioners and would send
them copies of the revised language before it went to City Council. Staff would
incorporate any comments that the Commission had on the revised language in the
report to Council.
Commissioner Holland moved and Commissioner DeFrang seconded to
approve ZOA 97-0005 Design Evaluation Team Code Amendments with the
changes as discussed and to direct staff to rewrite Section d-3 to reflect
concerns with making sure that the DET met in a timely fashion and concerns.--
with the 120 day rule. A voice vote was taken and the motion passed ,
unanimously.
6. OTHER BUSINESS: None
7. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:45 p.m.
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TIGARD PLANNING COMMISSION community DCVCloyment
NOVEMBER 17, 1997 - 7:30 PM Shayine A Better Community
TIGARD CIVIC CENTER - TOWN HALL
• 13125 SW HALL BOULEVARD
TIGARD, OREGON 97223
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL •
3. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMUNICATIONS
4. APPROVE MINUTES
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
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5.1 SUBDIVISION (SUB) 97-0005/PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (PDR) 97-0004NARIANCE
(VAR) 97-0008/ZONE CHANGE (ZON) 97-0003/LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT (MIS) 97-
0010/SENSITIVE LANDS REVIE (SLR) 97-0004NARIANCE (VAR) 97-0012 OLSON
HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION CONTINUED FROM OCTOBER 20. 1997
PROPOSAL: 1. Subdivision preliminary plat approval to divide an approximately 3.32 acre
parcel into 14 lots ranging between 5,656 square feet to 9,360 square feet; 2. Planned
Development Review to allow lot sizes less than the minimum 7,500 square feet required by the
zone; 3. Zone Change to record a Planned Development Overlay Zone on the Zoning Map; 4.
Variance request to allow a 480 and 420-foot cul-de-sac, whereas, the maximum allowed by
Code is 400 feet; 5. Variance request to allow a maximum street grade of 17.5%, whereas, the
maximum allowed by Code is 15%; 6. Sensitive Lands Review to allow fill within drainageways;
and 7. Lot Line Adjustment request to adjust two (2) parcels of approximately 89,527 and
25,573 square feet into two (2) parcels of approximately 89,342 and 25,758 square feet.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: Low Density Residential; 1-5 Dwelling Units Per
Acre. ZONING DESIGNATION: Residential, 4.5 Units Per Acre; R-4.5. LOCATION: The
site is located west of SW 118th Avenue, east of SW 121st Avenue, on the south side of SW
Gaarde Street, and east of the Arlington Ridge Subdivision. WCTM 2S110BA, Tax Lot 02100;
2S110BB, Tax Lots 00300 and 00400. APPLICABLE REVIEW CRITERIA: Community
Development Code Chapters 18.50, 18.80, 18.84, 18.88, 18.92, 18.100, 18.102, 18.106,
18.108, 18.134, 18.150, 18.160, 18.162 and 18.164; and Comprehensive Plan Policies 3.1.1
and 3.2.4.
5.2 ZONE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT (ZOA) 97-0005 DESIGN EVALUATION TEAM CODE
AMENDMENTS
REQUEST: Request to add code language to the Tigard Triangle design standards that
provides a process for review of adjustments by a Design Evaluation Team. LOCATION:
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Generally, south of Highway 99W, west of 1-5, and north of Highway 217. APPLICABLE
REVIEW CRITERIA: Statewide Planning Goals 1, 2; Tigard Comprehensive Plan Policies
1.1.1a., 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 8.1.2, Community Development Code Chapters 18.30 and adopted
design standards for the Tigard Triangle. ZONE: Commercial General (CG) and Mixed Use
Employment (MUE)
5.3 APPEAL OF TRI-COUNTY DIRECTOR'S INTERPRETATION
CONTINUED FROM SEPTEMBER 22. 1997
6. OTHER BUSINESS
7 ADJOURNMENT
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Agenda Item: S. 2
Hearing Date:November 17, 1997 Time: ,7:30 PM
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STAFF REPORT CITY OF TIGARD
TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION
FOR THE CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
I. APPLICATION SUMMARY
CASE: FILE NAME: Design Evaluation Team
Zone Ordinance Amendment ZOA 97-0005
PROPOSAL: . Request to add code language to the Tigard Triangle design
standards that provides a process for review of adjustments by a
Design Evaluation Team.
APPLICANT: City of Tigard OWNER: N/A
13125 SW Hall Boulevard
Tigard, Oregon 97223
ZONING
DESIGNATION: Commercial General (CG), Mixed Use Employment (MUE)
LOCATION: Generally, south of Highway 99W, west of 1-5, and north of Highway
217.
APPLICABLE
REVIEW
CRITERIA: Statewide Planning Goals 1, 2; Tigard Comprehensive Plan Policies
1.1.1 a., 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 8.1.2, Community Development Code
Chapters 18.30 and adopted design standards for the Tigard
Triangle.
II. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the proposed ordinance amendments
according to the findings found in Section III of this report.
III. BACKGROUND INFORMATION
On March 11, 1997, City Council approved design standards for the Tigard Triangle that
incorporate specific requirements for development within the Triangle. After several
meetings with Council and a workshop with design professionals from around the region,
Staff Report City of Tigard/ZOA 97-0003 Page 1
it was determined that CI Council wanted to retain the stand's and ood design i
g g in the .
Triangle, but wished to allow flexibility on how this was achieved. To_add flexibility to the , Y
standards while assuring good design, staff was directed by City Council to create a new
process that provides an optional adjustment procedure that includes a new Design
Evaluation Team.
The Design Evaluation Team (DET) is intended to provide an early peer review in the
process when an applicant chooses to request an adjustment from the design standards
for the Triangle. An applicant could meet with the DET the prior to making official
application to the City for site development review to request an evaluation of any
requested adjustment to the Triangle design standards. The DET would be a three
person technical review committee made up of design professionals in the fields of
architecture, landscape architecture and civil engineering. Their charge would be to
evaluate a request for adjustment to the design standards to determine whether a request
meets the purposes of the design standards and meets the specific criteria for granting
an adjustment.
The recommendations of the DET would be included with the application submitted for
site development and incorporated into the staff report submitted for Planning
Commission review on a particular project. The Planning Commission would consider the
recommendations of the DET as part of review of the project, and either accept the
• recommendations of the DET or modify them as they see fit. It should be noted that this
procedure is the option of the applicant rather than meeting the design standards and it
would be the responsibility of the applicant to pay all fees associated with the DET review.
A comparison of the existing process and proposed DET process is shown in Figure 1.
The DET process shows the applicant submitting for DET review prior to holding a
neighborhood meeting. It should be noted that at the applicants discretion, the
neighborhood meeting could be held prior to meeting with the DET. This would allow
applicant's to receive neighborhood comment prior to approaching the DET.
IV. APPLICABLE REVIEW CRITERIA AND FINDINGS
LCDC Goals:
Goal 1 - Citizen Involvement Notice of the hearings and opportunity for response was
advertised in the local newspaper and request for comments were sent to all CITs, DLCD,
and all other impacted agencies.
Goal 2 - Land Use Planning. Adoption of implementation measures is provided for
under Goal 2 and ORS 197. The proposed ordinance requirements fine-tune existing
adopted and acknowledged ordinance requirements.
Comprehensive Plan Policies:
Staff Report City of Tigard/ZOA 97-0003 Page 2
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COMPARISON :.
Existing Development Review Process in Triangle
with Proposed Design Evaluation Option
PURPOSE:
The purpose of the Development Review Process is to ensure that Development Code Standards
and public facility requirements are addressed by each development plan. This is the same for any
application within the City.
A Design Evaluation process is being proposed as an option to strictly meeting the Design Review
Standards of the Tigard Triangle for Triangle properties only.
Design Evaluation Alternative
Existing Process:
Pre-Application
Pre-application Conference
1 Applicant decides to submit
Neighborhood Meeting application to Design Evaluation
l Team (DET) in lieu of meeting
Development Application Triangle Design Standards
Submitted
.j► Applicant submits design to DET
Development Application l
Reviewed including Triangle DET. makes recommendation in
Design Standards writing
Notice of Decision made by Applicant holds Neighborhood
Director or by Planning Meeting
Commission if Planned 4
Development Development Application
submitted with DET report
Project reviewed by Planning
Commission at Public Hearing
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Planning Commission makes
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1.1.1 a. - This policy requires that legislative changes are consistent with statewide
planning goals - and the regional- development plan. -. -The findings above address - --
statewide goals. Metro was sent a request for comments and had earlier commented in a
letter (attached) that they recommended the use of skinny streets to meet connectivity
standards and could accept the use of private streets -to meet those standards under
certain circumstances.
2.1.1 - This policy requires an ongoing citizen involvement process. A request for
comments was sent to the East Citizen Involvement Team and was legally advertised.
2.1.2 - This policy requires the opportunity for citizen involvement on planning efforts
through the CIT process. The CIT notification process has been followed for this zoning
ordinance amendment request.
2.1.3 - This policy requires that information on issues be available. The staff report and
findings, and proposed ordinance have been available for review since November 5,
1997.
8.1.2 - This policy requires that the City coordinate with other local, state and federal
jurisdictions. The City has requested comments from all appropriate agencies. Metro has
sent a letter of support (see attached) No other agencies have commented in writing on
the specific proposals as of this writing.
Community Development Code:
Chapter 18.30 -This code section establishes the procedures for legislative amendments
to the Community Development Code.
Tigard Triangle Design Standards
The provisions of the Tigard Triangle Design Standards have not yet been codified into
the Development Code. The first two paragraphs of the introductory comments to the
provisions express the intent of the design standards. They are as follows:
"Design standards for public street improvements and for new development and
renovation projects have been prepared for the Tigard Triangle. These design
standards address several important guiding principals adopted for the Tigard
Triangle, including creating a high-quality mixed use employment area, providing a
convenient pedestrian and bikeway system within the Triangle, and utilizing
streetscape to create a high quality image for the area.
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All new developments, including remodeling and renovation projects resulting in non
single family residential uses, are expected to contribute to the character and quality
of the area. In addition to meeting the design standards described below and other
development standards required by the Development and Building Codes,
developments will be required to dedicate and improve public streets, connect to
public facilities such as sanitary sewer,water and storm drainage, and participate in
funding future transportation and public improvements projects necessary within the
Tigard Triangle."
Staff Report City of Tigard2OA 97-0003 Page 3
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The proposal to modify the standards to allow flexibility under specific circumstances will
continue--to meet-the goals and intent for the development of-the -Triangle;- in -that it
provides flexibility while still requiring excellent design treatment within the Triangle. The
public process would remain much the same as exists today in that the applicant is still
required to hold a neighborhood meeting and the City will still hold a public hearing on the
proposal.
The specific code language to be added after the existing Design Standards are indicated
in attached Exhibit A. •
V. OTHER STAFF COMMENTS
The City of Tigard Engineering, Planning, and Public Works have reviewed this proposal
and offer no comments specific to the proposal.
VI. AGENCY COMMENTS
As of the writing of this report, staff has received comment from METRO which is
attached.
11/6/97
PREPARED BY: Nadine Smith DATE
Planning Supervisor
Staff Report City of Tigard/ZOA 97-0003 Page 4
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18.620.090 Design Evaluation
A. Purpose. It is recognized that the above design standards are to assist in upgrading
and providing consistency to development within the Tigard Triangle. It is
recognized that different designs may be used to meet the intent of the standards
and purpose statements of the Tigard Triangle Design Standards. With this in mind,
applicants for development in the Tigard Triangle may choose to submit proposed
projects which demonstrate compliance with the design standards or to request
adjustments from the Triangle design standards and submit design plans for review
and recommendation by a City Design Evaluation Team. This option allows
applicants to propose alternative designs to the Tigard Triangle Design Standards
that are consistent with the purpose of the standards. When a structure which has
nonconforming elements is partially or totally damaged by fire or other causes
beyond the control of the owner, the structure may be rebuilt using the same
structure footprint without receiving an adjustment from design standards.
B. Design Evaluation Team (DET). Evaluation of the adjustment to allow an alternative
design is made by a three person professional design team contracted by the City
for professional design review. The DET shall consist of design professionals with
experience in architecture, landscape architecture and a civil engineering. This
team is charged with balancing the purpose statements, goals and standards of the
Tigard Triangle Design process with the alternative proposal submitted by the
applicants. The DET shall accept design proposals that vary from any of the
Triangle Design Standards. This process is to be applied only to the Tigard Triangle
Design Standards. Applicants must comply with all other development code
standards according to the regular development review requirements of Title 18 of
the City code. The DET will prepare a report outlining conditions and
recommendations in response to the applicant's proposal(s) for submission to the
Planning Commission within 30 days of meeting on the proposal.
C. Approval Criteria
For guidance in evaluating the purpose of the design standards, the DET shall refer
to Planning Director's Interpretation that provides purpose statements for the
Tigard Triangle design standards.
All adjustments to allow an alternative design are subject to the following criteria:
1. Granting the adjustment will continue to meet the purpose of the standard(s) to
be modified in an acceptable alternative manner, and
2. The proposal will not significantly detract from the livability or appearance of an
area and the proposal will be consistent with the desired character of the area; and
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3. If more than one adjustment is being requested, the cumulative effect of the
adjustments as well as each individual adjustment results in a project which is still
consistent with the overall purpose, goals and standards of the zone; and
4. Granting the adjustment is the minimum necessary to allow the proposed use of
the site; and any impacts resulting from the adjustment are mitigated to the extent
practical.
C. Review Process. The following steps must be followed by applicants to gain Design
Evaluation Review:
1. Applicants choosing the Design Evaluation process must submit a Design
Evaluation and Adjustment Application according to a list of requirements provided
by the Director;
2. Members of the Design Evaluation Team are available to meet with applicants
as part of the preapplication process, however, applicants shall pay for the entire
cost of the review of the Design Evaluation Team. A deposit of$1,000 shall be paid
upon application. The applicant will be billed for any additional cost. The DET
report shall not be issued until all costs are paid. No development application using
the alternative design will be accepted until all costs are paid in full;
3. Upon acceptance of a complete design evaluation adjustment application and
deposit, the applicant will receive a review date for a DET work session. No public
notification is required although the review session is open to the public. The
review is designed to allow the applicant to present and explain design intent and
adjustment proposals to the Design Evaluation Team. This is not intended to be a
public hearing and no public testimony will be taken.
4. Upon completion of the DET review and payment of all costs, the DET will
forward a report and recommendations to the Director and the applicant within 30
days of meeting on the proposal. At the request of the applicant, this time period
may be extended.
5. The applicant may proceed to schedule and hold a pre-application neighborhood
meeting with the adjacent property owners at any time during this process according
to the provision provided by the Director at the Development Review pre-application
conference required by Chapter 18.32.040. It is recommended that the
development design to be reviewed at the pre-application neighborhood meeting
include the recommendations of the DET;
6. Upon completion of the neighborhood meeting requirements and receipt of the
DET report, applicants may proceed to file the appropriate development application
according to the provisions of Title 18 of the Municipal Code. Said application shall
include the recommendations of the DET.
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7. Review of a DET recommended plan and/or conditions shall be made part of the
staff report prepared by the Planning Director and shall be made available at a
public hearing before the Planning Commission according to the provisions of 18.32;
8. The Planning Commission may approve, approve with conditions or deny the
development application considering the evaluation of the development and
design plan's consistency with the DET recommendations and the Tigard Triangle
Design Standards. Approval of the Planning Commission must also be based on
compliance of the development plan with all other development code requirements
governing the application.
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October 30, 1997
Ms. Nadine Smith
Planning Division
City of Tigard
13121 S.W. Hall Boulevard
Tigard, OR 97223
Dear Ms. Smith:
Re: Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA) 97-0005 Design Evaluation Team Code Amendments
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this proposed amendment to the City's Zoning
Ordinance. Having been included in the City's committee drafting the Tigard Triangle Plan and
the Design Standards, we certainly appreciate the hard work the City has done and the
complexity of the trade-offs that were made in this planning process.
The proposed Design Evaluation Team is a good planning tool for the City to meet its design goals
and standards for the Triangle while providing an adjustment process for those instances where
the Code did not anticipate obstacles. The Design Evaluation Team could function as a pro-active
tool for the City to resolve conflicts arising from the design standards.
If the City finds this a successful tool, it could be used in other mixed use areas of the City,
specifically, the town center and the regional center.
If you have any questions, please contact Mary Weber at 797-1735.
Sincerely,
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Growth Management Services Director
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Tigard, Oregon 97223
Subject: Design Evaluation Team Code Provision Draft for Tigard Triangle
Dear Ms. Smith:
We represent Waremart, Inc., which owns and operates the CUB Foods store
located on Dartmouth Avenue in the Tigard Triangle. We testified at the September 16,
1997, City Council meeting regarding the proposal to adopt a design evaluation process for
development within the Tigard Triangle that cannot meet strict compliance with the new
Tigard Triangle street and design standards.
At that meeting, we encouraged the Mayor and City Council to recognize the
unique impact that the new street and design standards have on the existing commercial
development within the Triangle, including the CUB Foods facility. We noted that upon
adoption of the new standards, the existing commercial developments within the Triangle
became nonconforming developments under Tigard's code. We addressed the need for
special recognition of these-unique interests in any future process adopted by the Council.
It was my understanding, based upon these discussions, that the Mayor and
City Council expected the staff to include in the design evaluation process provisions
responding to the nonconforming development issue created when the new standards were
adopted earlier this year. Unfortunately, the proposal dated October 3, 1997, not only does
not reflect the unique issues relating to the existing commercial development within the
Triangle, but fails to put forth any provisions to accommodate such nonconforming
development in the event of partial or total damage to the structure by fire or other causes
beyond the control of the owner.
In order to respond to the concerns of Waremart and the other existing
commercial developments within the Triangle, we had proposed in our letter dated
August 26, 1997, adopting special rules for nonconforming structures which are substantially
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destroyed by casualty. We pointed out that there was precedent in the Metro area for a
provision that allows the pre-existing development to redevelop, utilizing the same site plan
(regarding building footprint and profile) that was used at the time of the initial development.
The City of Portland, in its nonconforming situations section of its code (chapter 33.285),
adopted the following language:
"E. Loss of nonconforming development status. * * *
"2. Destruction. When a structure which has nonconforming elements
is removed or intentionally destroyed, replacement structures and other
nonconforming development must comply with the development standards of
the base zone. When a structure which has nonconforming elements is
partially or totally damaged by fire or other causes beyond the control of the
owner, the structure may be rebuilt using the same structure footprint. An
adjustment is required to allow the replacement structure to be more out of
compliance with the development standards than the previous structure."
We recommend adoption of a similar standard in Tigard's Municipal Code, at least with
regard to the commercial development that is subject to the new Tigard Triangle design
standards.
Waremart has other concerns regarding the process and the proposed purpose
statements identified in your memorandum dated October 3, 1997. We are unable, however,
to detail our concerns and provide suggestions for modification of the process and purpose
statements by October 15, 1997. Therefore, we intend to submit additional written materials
a week or so prior to the Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 17, 1997,
so that Staff, the Commission, and other stakeholders will have an opportunity to review our
comments prior to the hearing.
Very truly yours,
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Ms. Nadine Smith
City of Tigard Community
Development Department
13125 SW Hall Boulevard
Tigard, OR 97223
Re: Design Evaluation Team Code Provision Draft
Dear Nadine:
Shown below are additional comments on the draft Design Evaluation Team Code
amendment that you faxed to me on October 20. I have two remaining issues, both related to
provisions in Section (C), "Review Process". Also, please provide me with any written
comments or notes of phone conversations that you have from others, including but not limited
to, Lloyd Lindley, Metro, DLCD and ODOT.
1. Subsection (C)(3).
This subsection provides:
"Upon acceptance of a complete application and deposit, the
applicant will receive a review date for DET work session."
Who will determine what constitutes a complete application at the pre-application stage?
Further, how will it be possible to prepare a complete application at the pre-application stage,
which is prior to formal submittal to the City, and which may result in changes to the
application?
My client is concerned that this requirement will have several bad results. First, it will
mean that the application may be revised two or three times, adding significant costs to the
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application process. Secondly, a wrangle over completeness will add extra time to this process.
Finally, this process ought to focus on good decision, not the technicalities of completeness.
I think that a better alternative would be the following language:
"Upon acceptance of a draft application and deposit, the applicant
will receive a review date for DET work session. The work
session shall be scheduled within 14 days of the application and •
deposit."
Another acceptable alternative regarding completeness would be to require a complete
application concerning the design evaluation elements only, but not a complete application for
all approval criteria at this stage.
2. Section (CUM.
This section provides that the Planning Commission must evaluate the development's
and design plan's consistency with the DET recommendations and the Tigard Triangle Design
Standards. As we pointed out to you in our last meeting, the DET recommendations are a staff
report. There is no requirement in either the Tigard Community Development Code or state
law requiring an application to be consistent with a staff recommendation. ORS 227.173(1)
provides that a decision on a permit is based on standards and criteria in the Code. A staff
report is only the staffs view of the criteria, not a criterion itself. An acceptable revision is to
delete the words "with the DET recommendations and ***" from this subsection.
I would like to receive a copy of the staff report which is due on November 10 for the
Planning Commission hearing on November 17. Also, please let me know how your meetings
with Metro, ODOT and DLCD have gone.
Very truly yours,
N1LL. i c
Michael C. Robinson
MCR:lxh
cc: Mr. Pete Gallina (via facsimile)
Mr. Mark Weisman (via facsimile)
Mr. John Hallstrom (via facsimile)
Mr. Tom Sconzo (via facsimile)
Mr. Steve Hill (via facsimile)
Mr. Rece Bly (via facsimile)
Ms. Pamela J. Beery (via facsimile)
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Mayor and City Council
City of Tigard
13125 S.W. Hall Boulevard •
Tigard, OR. 97223
RE: Development Evaluation Team for the Tigard Triangle
Dear Mr. Mayor and City Council: •
After considering the Staff's proposal for a Development Evaluation Team (DET) to
review developments in the Triangle that do not meet the Triangle Design Standards as
specifically interpreted by the staff, I have the following concerns:
1. If the DET is to be made up of city staff and consultants there is no reason to believe
that the design standards will be interpreted any differently than they have been in the
last six months. The staff is trained to interpret the standards and codes exactly as
written. The fact that Eagle Hardware and Tri-County Center cannot meet, under any
circumstances, certain critical design standards under staff's interpretation itt evidence
that flexibility and original intent arc not being considered.
Furthermore, when future generations of city staff members and consultants are
reviewing projects as part of the DET process, they will not have the benefit of
current discussions, or the knowledge and understanding of the problems we are
• currently facing with the design standards. Under these circumstances, the design
standards will become increasingly impossible to meet.
2. It'there is to be a DET to evaluate projects, then flexibility criteria must be
established which grants the DET the authority to interpret the standards with
flexibility and to consider intent. Adoption of the following five points of flexibility
and clarification will allow proposed and future developments to come closer to
meeting the design standards.
A. Topography and Environmental Flexibility. These universal flexibility
criteria were priginaily.represented...and intended to be applied to all the design
standards. Topography and environmental flexibility was to allow exemptions from
the design standards where topography, harriers such as railroads or freeways, or
environmental constraints such as major streams and rivers, prevent the projects
from meeting the standards.
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Mayor and City Council
September 23. 1997 •
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B. Building setback. The 0-10 foot building setback is for Major and Minor
Arterials only.
C. Street circulation. Under the Performance Option the "point of local origin"
for.vehicles is at the street, and at the entrance door for pedestrians. The straight
line distance is treasured from the point of local origin to the collector or greater
facility by a straight line ignoring strueaurcc.
D. Building facade. The 300 foot building facade limitation between or through
the buildings is for emergency exit only as originally represented_
E. Existing Development Conformance. All new development is subject to the
design standards and DET review, however, existing improvements on approved
developments arc not subject to the design standards. New development is defined
as buildings or improvements placed on undeveloped ground, or radical redesign of
existing developments.
3. Considering the property owners to be the only constant throughout the years of
planning for development in the Triangle, it is only logical to have the DET made up •
entirely of property owners who were task force members. All task force members
have a vested interest in the Triangle and have the most to gain if the intent of the
design standards are implemented. Furthermore, the task force members are the most
knowledgeable concerning implementation and Intent of the standards. Most
importantly, the task force members have demonstrated continuing long term interest
in seeing to it that the design standards are properly and equitably implemented.
•
Sincerely,
Gordon S. Martin
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Nadine Smith
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I am a Task Force member representing Don Pollock because
• of his absence from the area.
I feel the Task Force should be DET (Development Evaluation
Team) due to the following reasons :
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(2) Most have vested interest in the area and want to
see a plan that works.
(3) Seems that the group is most knowledgable.
Thank you, f
Geral C. (Jerry) Cach
CASH'S RLTY INC.
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Mr. Nick Wilson, Chair
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13125 SW Hall Boulevard
Tigard OR 97223
Re: ZOA 97-0005, Design Evaluation Amendments
Dear Mr. Wilson:
This law firm represents Eagle Hardware & Garden, Inc. As you know. Eagle is
very interested in building a store on the Phil Lewis school site. We have worked with staff
on the proposed Design Evaluation Team language. Eagle supports the Design Evaluation
Team concept. However, Eagle has three issues that have not been resolved with staff:
• The Design Evaluation Team meeting should occur quickly.
• The Planning Commission is not required to defer to the staff report.
• Appeal to the City Council is needed.
1. A Speedy Process Should be Assured.
Proposed Section C(3) provides that upon acceptance of a complete design evaluation
adjustment application and deposit, the City will provide the applicant with a review date for
a Design Evaluation Team work session. Eagle suggested that the City require that that
meeting be within 14 days of submittal of a complete application.
The Design Evaluation Team process is entirely outside of the 120-day period in
ORS 227.178(1). Thus, delays in completing this process are not counted against the 120
days in which the City of Tigard has to make a final decision. The-process would be
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improved if both the City and the applicant understand:that the Design Evaluation Team
meeting must occur within a short time frame. Without this assurance, this process can be a
long process, even before the applicant is able to submit a formal application to the City.
Also, the applicant is paying entirely for the Design Evaluation Team process. If the
applicant is expected to pay all of the City's costs, the process should move quickly and
should be responsive to the applicant's schedule.
2. e Ala _ in' Commission is . . ; - • 'K-1 • refer o the S .ff Re.ort.
Proposed Section C(8) requires that the Planning Commission consider the
application's consistency with the Design Evaluation Team recommendations. As I pointed
out to Ms. Nadine Smith in my October 29, 1997 letter, the only approval criteria for a
permit or limited land use application are those found in the Tigard Community Development
Code ("TCDC"). The Design Evaluation Team recommendation, while important, is simply
another staff report. The Planning Commission's action cannot be required to be consistent
with a staff recommendation. If that were the case, then the Design Evaluation Team (which
is merely staff) is actually in a position of dictating to the Planning Commission how the
application should be treated. Further, nowhere else in the TCDC is there a requirement that
an application be consistent with a staff report.
3. Appeal to the City Council is Needed.
Finally, proposed Section C(8) makes the Planning Commission the final decision
maker at the City of Tigard. Because the adjustment•process is likely to involve the
interpretation of ambiguous phrases, the City Council should make the final decision. Only
the City Council's interpretation of the adjustment language is entitled to deference under
ORS 197.829(1). Gage v. City of Portland, 319 Or 308, P2d (1994).
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Eagle supports the Planning Commission's adoption of the design evaluation
amendments with the changes above.
Very truly yours,
L..
Michael C. Robinson
MCR:ipc
cc: Mr. Pete Gallina (via facsimile)
Mr. Tom Sconzo (via facsimile)
Mr. John Hallstrom (via facsimile)
Mr. Mark Weisman (via facsimile)
Mr. Rece Bly (via facsimile)
Mr. Steve Hill (via facsimile)
Mr. Scott Madsen (via facsimile)
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Mr. Pete Gallina
Eagle Hardware & Garden, Inc.
981 Powell Avenue SW
Renton, WA 98055
Re: Tigard Store No. 425
Dear Pete:
Please find enclosed a staff report for the Planning Commission hearing scheduled for
November 17, 1997 at 7:30 p.m. in Tigard. The staff report includes the final proposed
version of the design evaluation process. Section C(3) reflects our amendment requiring
acceptance of a complete design evaluation adjustment application only and not an entire
complete application.
Section C(8) still contains two troubling aspects. First, the language still appears to
make the Design Evaluation Team recommendations a criterion for approval. Secondly, the
process ends with the Planning Commission, meaning that interpretations will not receive the
same deference under Oregon law that an interpretation by the City Council would.
PDX IA-100783.1 21097-0006
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Also find enclosed a letter that I have sent to the Planning Commission regarding
these issues. If you have any questions after reviewing the staff report, please call me.
Very truly yours,
Mua.da e - 0,1 ''',.,4.---
Michael C. Robinson
MCR:ipc
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(w/encls.) Mr. John Hallstrom (via facsimile)
(w/encls.) Mr. Torn Sconzo (via facsimile)
(w/encls.) Mr. Steve Hill (via facsimile)
(w/encls.) Mr. Rece Bly (via facsimile)
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each named person(s) at the address(s) shown on the attached list(s), marked Exhibit "B", on the
day of n/a , 1997; said PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE as hereto attached, was posted on an
appropriate bulletin board on the 27th day of October and deposited in the United States Mail on the
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BEFORE THE CITY OF TIGARD
PLANNING COMMISSION ON MONDAY, November 17, 1997, AT 7:30 P.M. AND BEFORE THE TIGARD
CITY COUNCIL, ON TUESDAY, December 9, 1997, AT 7:30 P.M. HEARINGS ARE CONDUCTED IN THE
TOWN HALL AT TIGARD CIVIC CENTER, LOCATED AT 13125 SW HALL BOULEVARD, TIGARD,
OREGON. THESE HEARINGS ARE FOR THE PURPOSE OF RECEIVING TESTIMONY FROM THE PUBLIC
ON THE FOLLOWING APPLICATION:
ZONE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT (ZOA) 97-0005 DESIGN EVALUATION TEAM CODE
AMENDMENTS
REQUEST: Request to add code language to the Tigard Triangle design standards that provides a
process for review of adjustments by a Design Evaluation Team. LOCATION: Generally, south of
Highway 99W, west of 1-5, and north of Highway 217. APPLICABLE REVIEW CRITERIA: Statewide
Planning Goals 1, 2; Tigard Comprehensive Plan Policies 1.1.1a., 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 8.1.2, Community
Development Code Chapters 18.30 and adopted design standards for the Tigard Triangle. ZONE:
Commercial General (CG) and Mixed Use Employment (MUE)
THE PUBLIC HEARINGS ON THIS MATTER WILL BE CONDUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RULES
OF CHAPTER 18.32 OF THE TIGARD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE, RULES OF PROCEDURE
ADOPTED BY THE TIGARD CITY COUNCIL AVAILABLE AT CITY HALL, OR RULES OF PROCEDURE SET
FORTH IN CHAPTER 18.30 OF THE TIGARD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE.
ASSISTIVE LISTENING DEVICES ARE AVAILABLE FOR PERSONS WITH IMPAIRED HEARING. THE CITY
WILL ALSO ENDEAVOR TO ARRANGE FOR QUALIFIED SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS AND
QUALIFIED BILINGUAL INTERPRETERS UPON REQUEST. PLEASE CALL (503) 639-4171, EXT. 323
(VOICE) OR (503) 684-2772 (TDD - TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEVICES FOR THE DEAF), NO LESS THAN
ONE (1) WEEK PRIOR TO THE HEARINGS TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS.
ANYONE WISHING TO PRESENT WRITTEN TESTIMONY ON THIS PROPOSED ACTION MAY DO SO IN
WRITING PRIOR TO, OR AT, THE PUBLIC HEARINGS. ORAL TESTIMONY MAY BE PRESENTED AT THE
PUBLIC HEARINGS. AT THE PUBLIC HEARINGS, THE HEARING BODY WILL RECEIVE A STAFF REPORT
PRESENTATION FROM THE CITY PLANNER; OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING; AND INVITE BOTH ORAL AND
WRITTEN TESTIMONY. THE HEARING BODY MAY CONTINUE THE PUBLIC HEARING TO ANOTHER
MEETING TO OBTAIN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, OR CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING AND TAKE ACTION
ON THE APPLICATION. IF A PERSON SUBMITS EVIDENCE IN SUPPORT TO THE APPLICATION AFTER
October 27. 1997, ANY PARTY IS ENTITLED TO REQUEST A CONTINUANCE OF THE HEARING. IF THERE
IS NO CONTINUANCE GRANTED AT THE HEARING, ANY PARTICIPANT IN THE HEARING MAY REQUEST
THAT THE RECORD REMAIN OPEN FOR AT LEAST SEVEN (7) DAYS AFTER THE HEARING. A REQUEST
THAT THE RECORD REMAIN OPEN CAN BE MADE ONLY AT THE FIRST EVIDENTIARY HEARING [ORS
197.763(6)].
INCLUDED IN THIS NOTICE IS A LIST OF APPROVAL CRITERIA APPLICABLE TO THE REQUEST FROM
THE TIGARD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE AND THE TIGARD COMPREHENSIVE PLAN.
APPROVAL OR DISAPPROVAL* THE REQUEST BY THE HEARIODY WILL BE BASED UPON
THESE CRITERIA AND THES RITERIA ONLY. AT THE HEA �S IT IS IMPORTANT THAT
COMMENTS RELATING TO THE REQUEST PERTAIN SPECIFICALLY TO THE APPLICABLE CRITERIA
LISTED.
FAILURE TO RAISE AN ISSUE IN PERSON OR BY LETTER AT SOME POINT PRIOR TO THE CLOSE OF
THE HEARING ON THE REQUEST OR FAILURE TO PROVIDE STATEMENTS OR EVIDENCE SUFFICIENT
TO AFFORD THE DECISIONMAKER AN OPPORTUNITY TO RESPOND TO THE ISSUE PRIOR TO THE
CLOSE OF THE HEARING ON THE REQUEST, PRECLUDES AN APPEAL TO THE LAND USE BOARD OF
APPEALS BASED ON THAT ISSUE.
ALL DOCUMENTS AND APPLICABLE CRITERIA IN THE ABOVE-NOTED FILE ARE AVAILABLE FOR
INSPECTION AT NO COST OR COPIES CAN BE OBTAINED FOR TWENTY-FIVE CENTS PER PAGE, OR
THE CURRENT RATE CHARGED FOR COPIES AT THE TIME OF THE REQUEST. AT LEAST SEVEN DAYS
PRIOR TO THE HEARING, A COPY OF THE STAFF REPORT WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT
NO COST, OR A COPY CAN BE OBTAINED FOR TWENTY-FIVE CENTS PER PAGE, OR THE CURRENT
RATE CHARGED FOR COPIES AT THE TIME OF THE REQUEST.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT THE STAFF PLANNER, Nadine Smith. AT (503) 639-
4171, TIGARD CITY HALL, 13125 SW HALL BOULEVARD, TIGARD, OREGON.
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REQUEST FOR COMMENTS
CITY OF TIGARD
OREGON
TO: Per Attached List DATE: October 22. 1997
FROM: Tigard Planning Division STAFF CONTACT: Nadine Smith
Phone: (503) 639-4171 Fax: (503) 684-7297
RE: ZONE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT (ZOA) 97-0005 DESIGN EVALUATION TEAM CODE
AMENDMENTS •
REQUEST: Request to add code language to the Tigard Triangle design standards that
provides a process for review of adjustments by a Design Evaluation Team. LOCATION:
Generally, south of Highway 99W, west of 1-5, and north of Highway 217. APPLICABLE
REVIEW CRITERIA: Statewide Planning Goals 1, 2; Tigard Comprehensive Plan Policies
1.1.1a., 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 8.1.2, Community Development Code Chapters 18.30 and adopted
design standards for the Tigard Triangle. ZONE: Commercial General (CG) and Mixed Use
Employment (MUE)
Attached is the draft narrative for your review. From information supplied by various departments and
agencies and from other information available to our staff, a report and recommendation will be
prepared and a decision will be rendered on the proposal in the near future. If you wish to comment on
this application, WE NEED YOUR COMMENTS BACK BY: November 3, 1997. You may use the
space provided below or attach a separate letter to return your comments. If you are unable to
respond by the above date, please phone the staff contact noted above with your comments and
confirm your comments in writing as soon as possible. If you have any questions, contact the Tigard
Planning Division, 13125 SW Hall Boulevard, Tigard, OR 97223.
PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING ITEMS THAT APPLY:
We have reviewed the proposal and have no objections to it.
Please contact of our office.
Please refer to the enclosed letter.
Written comments provided below:
(Please provide the following information)
Name of Person Commenting:
Phone Number:
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QUEST FOR COMMENTS
NOTI ■ ION LIST FOR LAND USE&DEVELOPMENT APPLICA S
Lr1W) (s ( ' CI IZE,N INVOLVEMENT TEAMS ca Placed for review in Library CIT Book
CITY DEPARTMENTS
_BLDG.DEPT./David Scott.8.,.o.,,office _POLICE DEPT./Kelley Jennings.C,Yn.Ravenna%orfl[. _OPERATIONS/John Roy,Rwp.Wh...g.
_CITY ADMIN./Cathy Wheatley,DRYRxaw. _ENG.DEPT./Brian Roger.Development Renew Emblem _COM.DEV.DEPT./D.S.T.'S
_ADV.PLNG./Nadine Smith, ek,nn.w M«wo. WATER DEPT./Michael Miller,op..6 .Mp./oo.olldb 6b.Rp.
SPECIAL DISTRICTS
_FIRE MARSHALL _UNIFIED SEWERAGE AGENCY _TUALATIN VALLEY WATER DIST.
Gene Birchell SWM Program/Lee Walker PO Box 745
Wa.County Fire District 155 N.First Street Beaverton,OR 97075
(pick-up box) Hillsboro,OR 97124
• AFFECTED JURISDICTIONS
WA.CO.DEPT.OF LAND USE&TRANSP. ETRO AREA BOUNDARY COMMISSION _METRO-GREENSPACES
150 N.First Avenue 800 NE Oregon St.#16,Suite 540 Mel Huie (CPA's/ZOA's)
Hillsboro,OR 97124 Portland.OR 97232-2109 600 NE Grand Avenue
Portland,OR 97232-2736
_Brent Curtis(CPA's) V STATE HIGHWAY DIVISION + /
_Jim Tice(IGA'S) Sam Hunaidi V_METRO
_Mike Borreson(Engineer) PO Box 25412 Mary Weber
_Scott King(CPA's) Portland.OR 97225-0412 600 NE Grand Avenue
_Tom Harry(Current Planning App's) Portland.OR 97232-2736
_Lynn Bailey(Current Planning App's) OREGON DLCD(CPA's/ZOA's)
1 175 Court Street,N.E. Y ODOT/REGION 1
CITY OF BEAVERTON Salem,OR 97310-0590 Transportation Planning
Larry Conrad.Senior Planner 123 N.W.Flanders
PO Box 4755 _CITY OF PORTLAND Portland,OR 97209-4037
1 120 SW 5th
_CITY OF BEAVERTON Portland.OR 97204 _ODOT/REGION 1,DISTRICT 2-A
Mike Matteucci,Neighborhood Coordinator Bob Schmidt/Engineering Coord.
PO Box 4755 _CITY OF DURHAM 2131 SW Scholls/PO Box 25412
Beaverton,OR 97076 Planning Director Portland,OR 97225
Beaverton,OR 97076 City Manager
PO Box 23483 _CITY OF LAKE OSWEGO
_CITY OF TUALATIN Tigard.OR 97281-3483 City Manager
PO Box 369 PO Box 369
Tualatin.OR 97062 _<POTHER% Lake Oswego.OR 97034
_CITY OF KING CITY
City Manager
15300 SW 1 16th
King City,OR 97224
SPECIAL AGENCIES
_GENERAL TELEPHONE ELECTRIC _PORTLAND GENERAL ELECTRIC _COLUMBIA CABLE CO.
Paul Koft,Engineering Brian Moore Craig Eyestone
PO Box 23416 14655 SW Old Scholls Ferry Rd. 14200 SW Brigadoon Court
Tigard,OR 97281-3416 Beaverton.OR 97007 Beaverton.OR 97005
_NW NATURAL GAS CO. phone cswtm•:«r _METRO AREA COMMUNICATIONS _TRI-MET TRANSIT DEVELOPMENT
Scott Palmer FOX(933)72I-2502 Jason Hewitt Kim Knox.Project Planner
220 NW Second Avenue Twin Oaks Technology Center 710 NE Holladay Street
Portland,OR 97209-3991 1815 NW 169th Place S-6020 Portland,OR 97232
Beaverton.OR 97006-4886
_ICI CABLEVISION OF OREGON _US WEST COMMUNICATIONS _SOUTHERN PACIFIC TRANS.CO.
Linda Peterson Pete Nelson Clifford C.Cabe,Const.Engineer
3500 SW Bond Street 421 SW Oak Street 5424 SE McLoughlin
Portland.OR 97201 Portland,OR 97204 Portland.OR 97202
_BONNEVILLE POWER ADMINISTRATION _BURLINGTON NORTHERN RAILROAD
PO Box 3621 Attn: Administrative Offices _
Routing TTRC-Attn: Renae Ferrero 1313 W. 11th Street
Portland.OR 97208-3621 Vancouver,WA 98660-3000
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_AERONAUTICS DIVISION(ODOT) _DIVISION OF STATE LANDS —US POSTAL SERVICE
_COMMERCE DEPT.-M.H.PARK _FISH&WILDLIFE Randy Hammock.Growth Cord.
_PUC _DOGAMI Cedar Mill Station
_DEPT.OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY _U.S.ARMY CORPS.OF ENGINEERS Portland.OR 97229-9998
_OTHER R��nM,nasrc,.vrtcnpric.m.i August 23.19061
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AFFIDAVIT OF MAILING
STATE OF OREGON )
County of Washington ) ss.
City of Tigard )
I, Jerree L. Gaynor, being first duly sworn/affirm, on oath depose and say:
That I am a Senior Administrative Specialist for The City of Tigard,, Oregon, and
X That I mailed a NOTICE OF PROPOSED AMENDMENT FOR:
X City of Tigard Planning Director
Tigard Planning Commission
Tigard Hearings Officer
Tigard City Council
A copy of the PROPOSED AMENDMENT, Zoi q7-000s , a copy of which is attached, was
mailed to the Department of Land Conservation and Development, on theme n d day of O -, ,
1997, postage prepaid.
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Pre•=red Notice -
v itor
Subscribed and sworn/affirmed before me on the day of 9
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NOTARY PUBLI' •F OREGO
L,. OFFICIAL SEAL
s.s DIANE M JELDERKS My Commissio expires: I^ 7 ,., NOTARY PUBLIC-OREGON
� COMMISSION NO.046142
MISSION EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 07,1999
NOTIC1F PROPOSED AMIDMENT
This form must be received by DLCD at least 45 days prior to the final hearing
ORS 197.610 and OAR Chapter 660,Division 18
See reverse side for submittal requirements
Jurisdiction City of Tigard
Date of Final Hearing December 9, 1997 Local File # ZOA 97-0005
Has this proposal been previously submitted to DLCD? ___Yes X No Date
Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment
Land Use Regulation Amendment Zoning Map Amendment
X New Land Use Regulation
Briefly summarize the proposal. Do not use technical terms. Do not write "See Attached."
Request to amend Tigard Triangle design standards to create a Design Evaluation Team and
to create an adjustment process to allow alternative proposals to the adopted design
standards.
Plan Map Change From n/a to n/a
Zone Map Change From n/a to n/a
Location: Generally south of 99W: west of 1-5: north of Hwy 217 Acres Involved: Approx. 340
Specified change in Density: Current Density n/a Proposed Density n/a
Applicable Goals: 1. 2 Is an Exception proposed? Yes X No
Affected State or Federal Agencies, Local Governments or Special Districts: ODOT. Metro
Local Contact: Nadine Smith Phone: 639-4171. ext. 388
Address: City of Tigard. 13125 SW Hall Blvd.. Tigard. OR 97223
DLCD File# _ Date Rec'd _ #Days Notice _
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REQUIREMENTS
ORS 197.610 and OAR Chapter 660,Division 18
1. Send this Form and Three(3) Copies of the Proposed Amendment to:
Department of Land Conservation and Development
1175 Court Street, N.E.
Salem, Oregon 97310-0590
2. Unless exempt by ORS 197.610 (2), proposed amendments must be received at the Salem
DLCD office at least 45 days before thefinal hearing on the proposal.
3. Submittal of proposed amendments shall include the text of the amendment and any other
information the local government believes is necessary to advise DLCD of the proposal. "Text"
means the specific language being added to or deleted from the acknowledged plan or land use
regulations. A general description of the proposal is not adequate.
4. Submittal of proposed "map" amendments must include a map of the affected area showing
existing and proposed plan and zone designations. The map should be on 8 1/2 by 11 inch
paper. A legal description,tax account number, address or general description is not adequate.
5. Submittal of proposed amendments which involve a goal exception must include the proposed
language of the exception.
If you need more copies of this form, copy it on green paper or call the DLCD office at 503-373-
0050.
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DRAFT
18.620.090 Design Evaluation
A. Purpose. It is recognized that the above design standards are to assist in upgrading
and providing consistency to development within the Tigard Triangle. It is
recognized that different designs may be used to meet the intent of the standards
and purpose statements of the Tigard Triangle Design Standards. With this in mind,
applicants for development in the Tigard Triangle may choose to submit design plan
for review and recommendation by a City Design Evaluation Team to request
adjustments from the Triangle design standards. This option allows applicants to
propose alternative designs to the Tigard Triangle Design Standards that are
consistent with the purpose of the standards.
B. Design Evaluation Team (DET). Evaluation of the adjustment to allow an alternative
design is made by a three person professional design team contracted by the City
for professional design review. The DET shall consist of an architect, a landscape
architect and a civil engineer. This team is charged with balancing the purpose
statements, goals and standards of the Tigard Triangle Design process with the
alternative proposal submitted by the applicants. The DET shall accept design
proposals that vary from any of the Triangle Design Standards. This process is to
be applied only to the Tigard Triangle Design Standards. Applicants must comply
with all other development code standards according to the regular development
review requirements of Title 18 of the City code. The DET will prepare a report
outlining conditions and recommendations in response to the applicant's proposal(s)
for submission to the Planning Commission within 30 days of meeting on the
proposal.
C. Approval Criteria
For guidance in evaluating the purpose of the design standards, the DET shall refer
to Planning Director's Interpretation that provides purpose statements for the
Tigard Triangle design standards.
All adjustments to allow an alternative design are subject to the following criteria:
1. Granting the adjustment will continue to meet the purpose of the standard(s) to
be modified in an acceptable alternative manner; and
2. The proposal will not significantly detract from the livability or appearance of an
area and the proposal will be consistent with the desired character of the area; and
3. If more than one adjustment is being requested, the cumulative effect of the
adjustments as well as each individual adjustment results in a project which is still
consistent with the overall purpose, goals and standards of the zone; and
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4. Granting the adjustment is the minimum necessary to allow the proposed use of
the site; and any impacts resulting from the adjustment are mitigated to the extent
practical.
C. Review Process. The following steps must be followed by applicants to gain Design
Evaluation Review:
1. Applicants choosing the Design Evaluation process must submit a Design
Evaluation and Adjustment Application according to a list of requirements provided
by the Director;
2. Members of the Design Evaluation Team are available to meet with applicants
as part of the preapplication process, however, applicants shall pay for the entire
cost of the review of the Design Evaluation Team. A deposit of $ shall be
paid upon application. The applicant will be billed for any additional cost. The DET
report shall not be issued until all costs are paid. No development application using
the alternative design will be accepted until all costs are paid in full;
3. Upon acceptance of a complete application and deposit, the applicant will
receive a review date for DET work session. No public notification is required
although the review session is open to the public. The review is designed to allow
the applicant to present and explain design intent and adjustment proposals to the
Design Evaluation Team. This is not intended to be a public hearing and no public
testimony will be taken.
4. Upon completion of the DET review and payment of all costs, the DET will
forward a report and recommendations to the Director and the applicant within 30
days of the review session. At the request of the applicant, this time period may be
extended
5. The applicant may proceed to schedule and hold a pre-application neighborhood
meeting with the adjacent property owners at any time during this process according
to the provision provided by the Director at the Development Review pre-application
conference required by Chapter 18.32.040. It is recommended that the
development design to be reviewed at the pre-application neighborhood meeting
shall include the recommendations of the DET;
6. Upon completion of the neighborhood meeting requirements and receipt of the
DET report, applicants may proceed to file the appropriate development application
according to the provisions of Title 18 of the Municipal Code. Said application shall
include the recommendations of the DET.
7. Review of a DET recommended plan and/or conditions shall be made part of the
staff report prepared by the Planning Director and shall be made available at a
public hearing before the Planning Commission according to the provisions of 18.32;
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8. The Planning Commission may approve, approve with conditions or deny the
development application considering the evaluation of the development and
design plan's consistency with the DET recommendations and the Tigard Triangle
Design Standards. Approval of the Planning Commission must also be based on
compliance of the development plan with all other development code requirements
governing the application.
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