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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
December 15, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:33 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.
Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mr. Don Barber, Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz and Mayor Scott Carmichael. Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield and Mrs. Nikki Bufalino absences were excused.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of October 20, 2008. (Passed 5 in favor 0 against)
Public Discussion: None
Reports of Officers and Committees:
• Tennessee Public Acts, 2008 (from MTAS)
• Current projects
Old Business:
1. Action on a variance of the Subdivision Regulations – Cool Springs Planned Residential Development, Lots 8 & 9.
A motion was made and properly seconded to deny the requested variance of the Subdivision Regulations for Cool Springs Planned Residential Development, Lots 8 & 9. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against)
New Business:
1. Action on Special Area Transportation Study.
A motion was made and properly seconded to adopt a resolution to approve the City of Lakeland Special Area Transportation Study, dated July 2008. (Copy on file)
Motion passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against.
2. Discussion and possible action on amending the Subdivision Regulations – Article II, Section L. 2.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
3. Discussion on 2009 Planning Department Work Plan.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
4. Action on appointment of MPC Liaison to EDC.
Mr. Don Barber was appointed the MPC Liaison for the EDC by unanimous consent.
5. Action on selecting date for January meeting.
A motion was made and properly seconded to select January 20, 2009 as the date for the meeting. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against)
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:20 PM. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor, 0 against)
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
MPC November Meeting Summary
This is a summary of the action taken.
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
November 17, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:35 PM by Mayor Scott Carmichael.
Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mr. Don Barber, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino and Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz. Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield and Chairman Susan Mitchell absences were excused.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of October 20, 2008. (Passed 4 in favor 0 against 1 abstention)
Public Discussion:
Public comments were heard from the audience and at the time of the agenda item. (For more detailed information see a copy of the regular minutes)
Reports of Officers and Committees: None
Old Business: None
New Business: Please note: The order of business was changed by unanimous consensus.
2. Action on a Recommendation to the BOC for approval of Secondary Detailed Development Plan – Meadows of Lakeland.
A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners approval of the Secondary Detailed Development Plan, subject to the following conditions:
1. Substantial compliance with the Preliminary Development Plan, approved on 7/5/07.
2. Substantial compliance with the SDDP, dated 11/10/08.
3. Prior to consideration at BOC of the SDDP approval, rationale shall be provided to indicate why the proposed limitations are necessary to prohibit certain tree plantings in the front yards of Lot Types B and c, or revisions as needed to allow medium and large trees in front yards shall be made to the SDDP documents.
4. The area in or along the right-of-way of Old Brownsville Road, including the 50’ CE buffer, shall allow for the future installation of a public trail or alternative system, and payment in lieu for sidewalks shall be utilized, if such facility is later added by the City.
Motion passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against.
3. Action on a Recommendation to the BOC for approval of Secondary Detailed Development Plan – Esquestria PRD, Phases 1 & 2.
A motion was made and properly seconded to amend condition # 6 of the previously approved recommendation to the Board of Commissioners to read “ The Developer shall provide a dry laid 2” force main from the northern most manhole located in Lakeland Trace to a point located at roughly the mid point of the park site along Lakeland Trace”.
Motion passed, 3 in favor 2 against.
4. Action on a variance of the Subdivision Regulations – Cool Springs Planned Residential Development, Lots 8 & 9.
A motion was made and properly seconded to postpone this item to the next called meeting.
Motion passed, 4 in favor 1 against.
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1. Discussion on Special Area Transportation Study.
Presentation and discussion by Kimbley Horn and Associates, on action was taken.
5. Discussion on Street Trees, Landscaping, and Utility Conflicts.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 9:10 PM. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor, 0 against)
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
November 17, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:35 PM by Mayor Scott Carmichael.
Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mr. Don Barber, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino and Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz. Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield and Chairman Susan Mitchell absences were excused.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of October 20, 2008. (Passed 4 in favor 0 against 1 abstention)
Public Discussion:
Public comments were heard from the audience and at the time of the agenda item. (For more detailed information see a copy of the regular minutes)
Reports of Officers and Committees: None
Old Business: None
New Business: Please note: The order of business was changed by unanimous consensus.
2. Action on a Recommendation to the BOC for approval of Secondary Detailed Development Plan – Meadows of Lakeland.
A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners approval of the Secondary Detailed Development Plan, subject to the following conditions:
1. Substantial compliance with the Preliminary Development Plan, approved on 7/5/07.
2. Substantial compliance with the SDDP, dated 11/10/08.
3. Prior to consideration at BOC of the SDDP approval, rationale shall be provided to indicate why the proposed limitations are necessary to prohibit certain tree plantings in the front yards of Lot Types B and c, or revisions as needed to allow medium and large trees in front yards shall be made to the SDDP documents.
4. The area in or along the right-of-way of Old Brownsville Road, including the 50’ CE buffer, shall allow for the future installation of a public trail or alternative system, and payment in lieu for sidewalks shall be utilized, if such facility is later added by the City.
Motion passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against.
3. Action on a Recommendation to the BOC for approval of Secondary Detailed Development Plan – Esquestria PRD, Phases 1 & 2.
A motion was made and properly seconded to amend condition # 6 of the previously approved recommendation to the Board of Commissioners to read “ The Developer shall provide a dry laid 2” force main from the northern most manhole located in Lakeland Trace to a point located at roughly the mid point of the park site along Lakeland Trace”.
Motion passed, 3 in favor 2 against.
4. Action on a variance of the Subdivision Regulations – Cool Springs Planned Residential Development, Lots 8 & 9.
A motion was made and properly seconded to postpone this item to the next called meeting.
Motion passed, 4 in favor 1 against.
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1. Discussion on Special Area Transportation Study.
Presentation and discussion by Kimbley Horn and Associates, on action was taken.
5. Discussion on Street Trees, Landscaping, and Utility Conflicts.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 9:10 PM. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor, 0 against)
MPC October Meeting Summary
This is a summary of the action taken.
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
October 20, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:30 PM by Vice-Chairman Kathleen Brasfield.
Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mr. Don Barber, Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz and Chairman Susan Mitchell (via phone). Mrs. Nikki Bufalino and Mayor Scott Carmichael absences were excused.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of September 15, 2008. (Passed 4 in favor 0 against and 1 abstention)
Public Discussion: Public comments were heard from the audience and at the time of the agenda item. (For more detailed information see a copy of the regular minutes)
Reports of Officers and Committees: None
Old Business: None
New Business:
1. Action on a Recommendation to the BOC for approval of Secondary Detailed Development Plan - Meadows of Lakeland.
A motion was made and properly seconded to postpone this item at the request of the applicant.
Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
2. Action on a Recommendation to the BOC for approval of Preliminary Development Plan – Lakeland Commons.
A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners denial of Lakeland Commons Preliminary Development Plan.
Motion passed, 4 in favor and 1 against.
For the record: Reasons stated for the recommendation of denial are as follows:
1. The City Major Road Plan Update is in progress, and could impact the development.
2. Farr Associates new land development regulations and zoning recommendations are in progress, and may offer differing recommendations for this area.
3. The information for the Garner Lake Dam Beach Area was not fully detailed or sufficient.
4. Concerns of not being able to fill current businesses and developments.
5. Existing approvals or zoned lands are not yet developed, and their development could be impacted by this project.
6. There was little analysis in the traffic study for peak hour traffic.
7. No disposition has been arrived at with MLGW regarding the burial of overhead electrical lines.
3. Discussion and possible action on EDC Resolution – New land Development.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 9:05 PM. (Passed unanimously, 4 in favor, 0 against one member not included –excused at 8:45 PM)
For more details or an official copy of the minutes please contact
Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
October 20, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:30 PM by Vice-Chairman Kathleen Brasfield.
Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mr. Don Barber, Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz and Chairman Susan Mitchell (via phone). Mrs. Nikki Bufalino and Mayor Scott Carmichael absences were excused.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of September 15, 2008. (Passed 4 in favor 0 against and 1 abstention)
Public Discussion: Public comments were heard from the audience and at the time of the agenda item. (For more detailed information see a copy of the regular minutes)
Reports of Officers and Committees: None
Old Business: None
New Business:
1. Action on a Recommendation to the BOC for approval of Secondary Detailed Development Plan - Meadows of Lakeland.
A motion was made and properly seconded to postpone this item at the request of the applicant.
Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
2. Action on a Recommendation to the BOC for approval of Preliminary Development Plan – Lakeland Commons.
A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners denial of Lakeland Commons Preliminary Development Plan.
Motion passed, 4 in favor and 1 against.
For the record: Reasons stated for the recommendation of denial are as follows:
1. The City Major Road Plan Update is in progress, and could impact the development.
2. Farr Associates new land development regulations and zoning recommendations are in progress, and may offer differing recommendations for this area.
3. The information for the Garner Lake Dam Beach Area was not fully detailed or sufficient.
4. Concerns of not being able to fill current businesses and developments.
5. Existing approvals or zoned lands are not yet developed, and their development could be impacted by this project.
6. There was little analysis in the traffic study for peak hour traffic.
7. No disposition has been arrived at with MLGW regarding the burial of overhead electrical lines.
3. Discussion and possible action on EDC Resolution – New land Development.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 9:05 PM. (Passed unanimously, 4 in favor, 0 against one member not included –excused at 8:45 PM)
MPC September Meeting Summary
This is a summary of the action taken.
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
September 15, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:30 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.
Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mr. Don Barber, Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino and Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz. Mayor Scott Carmichael absence was excused.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of August 18, 2008. (Passed 6 in favor 0 against)
Public Discussion: None
Reports of Officers and Committees: None
Old Business: None
New Business:
1. Discussion on Land Development Regulations – new documents released, Zoning Districts, land Uses, and Building Types.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
2. Discussion on new State legislation, passed in May and June 2008.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
3. Discussion on street trees and underground electric lines.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
4. Discussion and possible action on MPC participation on the Land Development Regulations Advisory Committee.
Mr. Don Barber was appointed to participate on the Land Development Regulation Advisory Committee by unanimous consent.
5. Discussion and possible action on MPC, BOA training requirement, 2008 opportunities.
It was agreed upon by unanimous consent to have training on November 18, 2008.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:59 PM. (Passed unanimously, 6 in favor, 0 against)
For more details or an official copy of the minutes please contact
Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
September 15, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:30 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.
Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mr. Don Barber, Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino and Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz. Mayor Scott Carmichael absence was excused.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of August 18, 2008. (Passed 6 in favor 0 against)
Public Discussion: None
Reports of Officers and Committees: None
Old Business: None
New Business:
1. Discussion on Land Development Regulations – new documents released, Zoning Districts, land Uses, and Building Types.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
2. Discussion on new State legislation, passed in May and June 2008.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
3. Discussion on street trees and underground electric lines.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
4. Discussion and possible action on MPC participation on the Land Development Regulations Advisory Committee.
Mr. Don Barber was appointed to participate on the Land Development Regulation Advisory Committee by unanimous consent.
5. Discussion and possible action on MPC, BOA training requirement, 2008 opportunities.
It was agreed upon by unanimous consent to have training on November 18, 2008.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:59 PM. (Passed unanimously, 6 in favor, 0 against)
MPC August Meeting Summary
This is a summary of the action taken.
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
August 18, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:30 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.
Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mr. Don Barber, Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino, Mayor Scott Carmichael and Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz..
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of July 21, 2008. (Passed 7 in favor 0 against
Public Discussion:
Public comments were heard from the audience and at the time of the agenda item. (For more detailed information see a copy of the regular minutes)
Reports of Officers and Committees: None
Old Business: None
New Business:
1. Action on a Recommendation to the BOC for approval of Preliminary Development Plan – Lakeland Commons Planned Mixed Use Development.
A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners approval of the Preliminary Development Plan for Lakeland Commons with conditions as outlined in the staff report. (See Attachment on file)
Motion failed, 2 in favor 5 against.
A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners denial of the Preliminary Development Plan for Lakeland Commons.
Motion passed, 5 in favor 2 against.
2. Action on a Recommendation to the BOC for approval of Secondary Detailed Development Plan – Equestria PRD, Phases 1 &2.
A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners approval of the Secondary Development Plan for Equestria, subject to the following conditions:
1. Substantial compliance with the Preliminary Development Plan, approved by BOC on 10-04-07, and the Secondary Detailed Development Plan, Phases 1 & 2 including all items listed under “Plan Reviewed” in this staff report.
2. Adjust the bioswale details to indicate tree removals and adjust the tree density calculations accordingly.
3. Correct the Maintenance & Funding Plan as follows:
a. Clearly spell out that a conservation easement is a facility managed separately from the other open spaces.
b. Clearly spell out who will maintain fences within the COS.
c. Clarify that separate Natural Resources Management Plans will be developed for conservation easement 1, conservation easement 2, and common open spaces that are to be managed for natural resource values.
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d. Correct the reference to the Natural Resources Plan applying only to “wooded areas.”
e. Clarify the assumptions used to calculate the cost figures.
f. Clarify what improvements the City will maintain within the conservation easement, i.e. bioswale.
g. Correct revised COS lettering.
4. Phase 2 shall return for SDDP approval at such time MLGW preliminary designs can be incorporated for reaching the site, and internal to the subdivision.
5. Provisions for placement of sewer at the public park shall be provided.
6. Make the miscellaneous revisions in the Attached Addendum 1. (See attachment on file)
Motion passed unanimously, 7 in favor 0 against.
3. Action on Appointment of Member to the New Canada Road Stakeholder Committee.
Mrs. Dianne Baldi was appointed as a member of the New Canada Road Stakeholder Committee.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 9:38 PM. (Passed unanimously, 7 in favor, 0 against)
For more details or an official copy of the minutes please contact
Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
August 18, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:30 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.
Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mr. Don Barber, Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino, Mayor Scott Carmichael and Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz..
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of July 21, 2008. (Passed 7 in favor 0 against
Public Discussion:
Public comments were heard from the audience and at the time of the agenda item. (For more detailed information see a copy of the regular minutes)
Reports of Officers and Committees: None
Old Business: None
New Business:
1. Action on a Recommendation to the BOC for approval of Preliminary Development Plan – Lakeland Commons Planned Mixed Use Development.
A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners approval of the Preliminary Development Plan for Lakeland Commons with conditions as outlined in the staff report. (See Attachment on file)
Motion failed, 2 in favor 5 against.
A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners denial of the Preliminary Development Plan for Lakeland Commons.
Motion passed, 5 in favor 2 against.
2. Action on a Recommendation to the BOC for approval of Secondary Detailed Development Plan – Equestria PRD, Phases 1 &2.
A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners approval of the Secondary Development Plan for Equestria, subject to the following conditions:
1. Substantial compliance with the Preliminary Development Plan, approved by BOC on 10-04-07, and the Secondary Detailed Development Plan, Phases 1 & 2 including all items listed under “Plan Reviewed” in this staff report.
2. Adjust the bioswale details to indicate tree removals and adjust the tree density calculations accordingly.
3. Correct the Maintenance & Funding Plan as follows:
a. Clearly spell out that a conservation easement is a facility managed separately from the other open spaces.
b. Clearly spell out who will maintain fences within the COS.
c. Clarify that separate Natural Resources Management Plans will be developed for conservation easement 1, conservation easement 2, and common open spaces that are to be managed for natural resource values.
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d. Correct the reference to the Natural Resources Plan applying only to “wooded areas.”
e. Clarify the assumptions used to calculate the cost figures.
f. Clarify what improvements the City will maintain within the conservation easement, i.e. bioswale.
g. Correct revised COS lettering.
4. Phase 2 shall return for SDDP approval at such time MLGW preliminary designs can be incorporated for reaching the site, and internal to the subdivision.
5. Provisions for placement of sewer at the public park shall be provided.
6. Make the miscellaneous revisions in the Attached Addendum 1. (See attachment on file)
Motion passed unanimously, 7 in favor 0 against.
3. Action on Appointment of Member to the New Canada Road Stakeholder Committee.
Mrs. Dianne Baldi was appointed as a member of the New Canada Road Stakeholder Committee.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 9:38 PM. (Passed unanimously, 7 in favor, 0 against)
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
MPC July Meeting Summary
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Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
July 21, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:30 PM by Mayor Scott Carmichael.
Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mr. Don Barber, and Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz. Chairman Susan Mitchell was present at 7:07 PM. Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield and Mrs. Nikki Bufalino absences were excused.
Please note: The order of business was changed by unanimous consensus.
New Business:
1. Action on approval of Final Site Plan – Canada Woods Commercial.
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the Final Site Plan for Canada Woods Commercial with the following conditions:
1. The applicant shall install a six-foot tall wooden fence with brick columns, consistent with the City’s Fence Ordinance, along the west and north property lines adjacent to existing single-family homes. This fence shall replace the existing fence. The owner of the Canada Woods Commercial property shall maintain the new fence and remove the current fence.
2. The attached soils amendment plan shall be approved as part of the Final Site Plan. Details of the topsoil mixture described on the soil amendment plan shall be provided as part of the construction plans.
3. Payment-in-lieu of street tree planting along Canada Road shall be accepted and detailed in the development contract.
4. Street trees shall be planted behind the sidewalk along Saskatoon Drive. Details shall be provided as part of the construction plans.
5. 12 inch disking and tilling with compost shall be added to the entire 50 feet landscape buffer in addition to the planting details shown in Exhibit A. (See copy on file)
Motion passed unanimously, 4 in favor 0 against.
2. Action on approval of Construction Plans – Herons Ridge Planned Residential Development, Section C & D.
A motion was made and properly seconded to postpone this item to the next called meeting.
Motion passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against. (Chairman Mitchell present at 7:07 PM included in vote)
Public Discussion:
Public comments were heard from the audience and at the time of the agenda item. (For more detailed information see a copy of the regular minutes)
Mr. Dale Lawrence of 4897 Chambers Chapel Road requested the board to consider a special called meeting for Kensington Manor.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of June 16, 2008. (Passed 4 in favor 0 against 1 abstention)
Reports of Officers and Committees: None
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Old Business:
1. Action on a Resolution to Adopt the Natural Resources Assessment. (Amendment to Comprehensive Plan)
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the resolution to adopt the Natural Resources Assessment as an amendment to the City of Lakeland Comprehensive Plan.
Motion passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:45 PM. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor, 0 against)
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
July 21, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:30 PM by Mayor Scott Carmichael.
Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mr. Don Barber, and Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz. Chairman Susan Mitchell was present at 7:07 PM. Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield and Mrs. Nikki Bufalino absences were excused.
Please note: The order of business was changed by unanimous consensus.
New Business:
1. Action on approval of Final Site Plan – Canada Woods Commercial.
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the Final Site Plan for Canada Woods Commercial with the following conditions:
1. The applicant shall install a six-foot tall wooden fence with brick columns, consistent with the City’s Fence Ordinance, along the west and north property lines adjacent to existing single-family homes. This fence shall replace the existing fence. The owner of the Canada Woods Commercial property shall maintain the new fence and remove the current fence.
2. The attached soils amendment plan shall be approved as part of the Final Site Plan. Details of the topsoil mixture described on the soil amendment plan shall be provided as part of the construction plans.
3. Payment-in-lieu of street tree planting along Canada Road shall be accepted and detailed in the development contract.
4. Street trees shall be planted behind the sidewalk along Saskatoon Drive. Details shall be provided as part of the construction plans.
5. 12 inch disking and tilling with compost shall be added to the entire 50 feet landscape buffer in addition to the planting details shown in Exhibit A. (See copy on file)
Motion passed unanimously, 4 in favor 0 against.
2. Action on approval of Construction Plans – Herons Ridge Planned Residential Development, Section C & D.
A motion was made and properly seconded to postpone this item to the next called meeting.
Motion passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against. (Chairman Mitchell present at 7:07 PM included in vote)
Public Discussion:
Public comments were heard from the audience and at the time of the agenda item. (For more detailed information see a copy of the regular minutes)
Mr. Dale Lawrence of 4897 Chambers Chapel Road requested the board to consider a special called meeting for Kensington Manor.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of June 16, 2008. (Passed 4 in favor 0 against 1 abstention)
Reports of Officers and Committees: None
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Old Business:
1. Action on a Resolution to Adopt the Natural Resources Assessment. (Amendment to Comprehensive Plan)
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the resolution to adopt the Natural Resources Assessment as an amendment to the City of Lakeland Comprehensive Plan.
Motion passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:45 PM. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor, 0 against)
Thursday, June 26, 2008
MPC June Meeting Summary
This is a summary of the action taken.
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
June 16, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:30 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.
Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mr. Don Barber, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino and Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz (via phone). Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield and Mayor Scott Carmichael absences were excused.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Special meeting minutes of April 15, 2008 as amended. (Passed 4 in favor 0 against 1 abstention)
Regular meeting minutes of May 19, 2008. (Passed 4 in favor 0 against 1 abstention)
Public Discussion:
Public comments were heard from the audience and at the time of the agenda item. (For more detailed information see a copy of the regular minutes)
Reports of Officers and Committees: None
Old Business: None
New Business:
1. Action on approval of Construction Plans – Evergreen Planned Residential Development, Ph. 1.
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the construction drawings for Evergreen Planned Residential Development, Phase 1 subject to the following conditions:
1. The applicant shall increase the tree protection fencing to provide adequate protection from construction encroachment to retention trees.
2. The applicant shall clearly depict the location of retaining walls on the Tree Management Plan Sheets.
3. The applicant shall add a note to the Streamside Management Buffer Plan noting that the stream buffer shall be reforested per the “Reforestation Plan” prepared by Jeff Cooper and as approved by the Secondary Detailed Development Plan.
4. The applicant shall provide Streamside Management Buffer Signage that is complaint with the Design Review Committee’s approved sign standards.
5. The applicant shall consult with the Parks Director to establish grading within the future parkland that will provide some level of topographic relief and shaping without impairing stormwater drainage.
6. Pg C-4.2
Spec a larger manhole ring and cover for the manhole accesses on each manhole. Each siphon shall be fitted with a stop log with groves to hold the log in place. The stop logs shall be made of redwood or Douglas fir. The stop logs shall be 2 x 12 inches in height minimum so as to direct flow to either siphon. Bottom barrel section of manhole should be 9’ min. Provide hydraulic calculations for the inverted siphon. Concrete encasing not shown on elbows at manholes. Remove and replace existing SMH. SMH 15 & SMH 20. Lower to 4’ above finish grade. Use watertight manhole rim and cover Neenah R1915-J2 Type P or approved equal. Make manhole flat-top. Center manhole rim and cover on flat-top.
7. Pg C-8.1 or C-4.2
Add detail of manhole with flat top.
8. The grading and drainage plan shall be modified to reflect the approved Secondary Detailed Development Plan.
Motion passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against.
2. Action on a Resolution to Adopt the Natural Resources Assessment. (Amendment to Comprehensive Plan)
A motion was made and properly seconded to postpone this item definitely to the next regular meeting.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 PM. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor, 0 against)
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
June 16, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:30 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.
Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mr. Don Barber, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino and Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz (via phone). Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield and Mayor Scott Carmichael absences were excused.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Special meeting minutes of April 15, 2008 as amended. (Passed 4 in favor 0 against 1 abstention)
Regular meeting minutes of May 19, 2008. (Passed 4 in favor 0 against 1 abstention)
Public Discussion:
Public comments were heard from the audience and at the time of the agenda item. (For more detailed information see a copy of the regular minutes)
Reports of Officers and Committees: None
Old Business: None
New Business:
1. Action on approval of Construction Plans – Evergreen Planned Residential Development, Ph. 1.
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the construction drawings for Evergreen Planned Residential Development, Phase 1 subject to the following conditions:
1. The applicant shall increase the tree protection fencing to provide adequate protection from construction encroachment to retention trees.
2. The applicant shall clearly depict the location of retaining walls on the Tree Management Plan Sheets.
3. The applicant shall add a note to the Streamside Management Buffer Plan noting that the stream buffer shall be reforested per the “Reforestation Plan” prepared by Jeff Cooper and as approved by the Secondary Detailed Development Plan.
4. The applicant shall provide Streamside Management Buffer Signage that is complaint with the Design Review Committee’s approved sign standards.
5. The applicant shall consult with the Parks Director to establish grading within the future parkland that will provide some level of topographic relief and shaping without impairing stormwater drainage.
6. Pg C-4.2
Spec a larger manhole ring and cover for the manhole accesses on each manhole. Each siphon shall be fitted with a stop log with groves to hold the log in place. The stop logs shall be made of redwood or Douglas fir. The stop logs shall be 2 x 12 inches in height minimum so as to direct flow to either siphon. Bottom barrel section of manhole should be 9’ min. Provide hydraulic calculations for the inverted siphon. Concrete encasing not shown on elbows at manholes. Remove and replace existing SMH. SMH 15 & SMH 20. Lower to 4’ above finish grade. Use watertight manhole rim and cover Neenah R1915-J2 Type P or approved equal. Make manhole flat-top. Center manhole rim and cover on flat-top.
7. Pg C-8.1 or C-4.2
Add detail of manhole with flat top.
8. The grading and drainage plan shall be modified to reflect the approved Secondary Detailed Development Plan.
Motion passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against.
2. Action on a Resolution to Adopt the Natural Resources Assessment. (Amendment to Comprehensive Plan)
A motion was made and properly seconded to postpone this item definitely to the next regular meeting.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 PM. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor, 0 against)
Friday, April 25, 2008
MPC April Meeting Summary
This is a summary of the action taken.
For more details or an official copy of the minutes please contact
Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
April 21, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:31 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.
Other members present were Mr. Don Barber, Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino and Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz. Mrs. Dianne Baldi and Mayor Scott Carmichael absences were excused.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of March 17, 2008 (Passed 5 in favor 0 against)
Public Discussion:
Public comments were heard from the audience and at this time. (For more detailed information see a copy of the regular minutes)
Reports of Officers and Committees:
None
Old Business:
1. Action on a recommendation to the BOC for a Secondary Detailed Development Plan – Herons Ridge Planned Development, Section C & D.
A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners approval of the Herons Ridge Secondary Detailed Development Plan Sections C and D with the following conditions:
1. The proposed entrance features shall be reduced to six feet in height with extensions (such as columns) allowed up to 8 feet in height.
2. Street trees shall be added along Nesting Heron Drive adjacent to CE1. A note may be added to specify that the City will be responsible for maintenance of these trees.
3. The language provided on page 14 of Appendix B subheading 1, sentences four and five that reads “At a minimum, each lot shall meet the requirements of the Lakeland Tree Management Ordinance. Appropriate construction procedures should be followed to protect and preserve desirable trees, shrubs, and other landscaping which may exist on the construction site or on adjacent or nearby sites” shall be moved to subheading 2 – Tree Protection During Home Construction.
4. The applicant shall submit a wetlands management/maintenance plan with the Final Development Plan.
5. The language provided on page 14 of Appendix B subheading 2 that references rear and side shall be changed to front and side.
6. Page numbers shall be added to the plan set to replace “XX of XX” references.
7. The applicant shall provide the assumptions used to calculate the management cost estimate for the conservation easement located in Section D.
8. The applicant shall correct the “Notes to Herons Ridge Budget: to correctly correlate to the budget footnotes.
9. The detailed street tree table provided on the Street Tree Plan shall be corrected to show one tree each on lots 229 and 261 as shown on the street tree plan.
10. A note shall be added to the landscape plan to specify the installation and maintenance responsibility of the entrance landscaping proposed on private lots (nos. 229 and 261) east of Lakeland Trace along Blue Heron Drive.
11. Herons Ridge, Sections A & B shall be a separate subdivision from Sections C & D.
Motion passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against.
2. Action on approval of Construction Plans – Arcadia Planned Residential Development, Phase 1.
A motion was made and properly seconded to postpone this item definitely to the next scheduled meeting. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against)
New Business:
1. Action on approval of the location for a Civil Defense Siren located near 10637 Monroe Road.
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the location of the Civil Defense Siren as recommended by staff. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against)
2. Action per MPC Special Meeting of 4/15/08, Land Development Regulations.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:35 PM. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor, 0 against)
For more details or an official copy of the minutes please contact
Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
April 21, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:31 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.
Other members present were Mr. Don Barber, Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino and Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz. Mrs. Dianne Baldi and Mayor Scott Carmichael absences were excused.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of March 17, 2008 (Passed 5 in favor 0 against)
Public Discussion:
Public comments were heard from the audience and at this time. (For more detailed information see a copy of the regular minutes)
Reports of Officers and Committees:
None
Old Business:
1. Action on a recommendation to the BOC for a Secondary Detailed Development Plan – Herons Ridge Planned Development, Section C & D.
A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners approval of the Herons Ridge Secondary Detailed Development Plan Sections C and D with the following conditions:
1. The proposed entrance features shall be reduced to six feet in height with extensions (such as columns) allowed up to 8 feet in height.
2. Street trees shall be added along Nesting Heron Drive adjacent to CE1. A note may be added to specify that the City will be responsible for maintenance of these trees.
3. The language provided on page 14 of Appendix B subheading 1, sentences four and five that reads “At a minimum, each lot shall meet the requirements of the Lakeland Tree Management Ordinance. Appropriate construction procedures should be followed to protect and preserve desirable trees, shrubs, and other landscaping which may exist on the construction site or on adjacent or nearby sites” shall be moved to subheading 2 – Tree Protection During Home Construction.
4. The applicant shall submit a wetlands management/maintenance plan with the Final Development Plan.
5. The language provided on page 14 of Appendix B subheading 2 that references rear and side shall be changed to front and side.
6. Page numbers shall be added to the plan set to replace “XX of XX” references.
7. The applicant shall provide the assumptions used to calculate the management cost estimate for the conservation easement located in Section D.
8. The applicant shall correct the “Notes to Herons Ridge Budget: to correctly correlate to the budget footnotes.
9. The detailed street tree table provided on the Street Tree Plan shall be corrected to show one tree each on lots 229 and 261 as shown on the street tree plan.
10. A note shall be added to the landscape plan to specify the installation and maintenance responsibility of the entrance landscaping proposed on private lots (nos. 229 and 261) east of Lakeland Trace along Blue Heron Drive.
11. Herons Ridge, Sections A & B shall be a separate subdivision from Sections C & D.
Motion passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against.
2. Action on approval of Construction Plans – Arcadia Planned Residential Development, Phase 1.
A motion was made and properly seconded to postpone this item definitely to the next scheduled meeting. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against)
New Business:
1. Action on approval of the location for a Civil Defense Siren located near 10637 Monroe Road.
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the location of the Civil Defense Siren as recommended by staff. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor 0 against)
2. Action per MPC Special Meeting of 4/15/08, Land Development Regulations.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:35 PM. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor, 0 against)
Thursday, April 24, 2008
MPC April Special Meeting Summary
This is a summary of the action taken.
For more details or an official copy of the minutes please contact
Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Special Meeting
April 15, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:40 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.
Other members present were, Mr. Don Barber, Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino, and Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz. Mrs. Dianne Baldi and Mayor Scott Carmichael absences were excused.
• Discussion: New Land Development Regulations.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 9:04 PM. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor, 0 against)
For more details or an official copy of the minutes please contact
Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717
Municipal Planning Commission
Special Meeting
April 15, 2008, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN
The meeting was called to order, at 6:40 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.
Other members present were, Mr. Don Barber, Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino, and Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz. Mrs. Dianne Baldi and Mayor Scott Carmichael absences were excused.
• Discussion: New Land Development Regulations.
Discussion only, no action was taken.
Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 9:04 PM. (Passed unanimously, 5 in favor, 0 against)
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