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~ e 'i 4 (,'\ 3 t 'tl.. --~ - - ------ - - - - -- - - + -- 12/8/69 I ,. .u I Councilwoman Hayward agreed that this was a good suggestion, and suggested that perhaps Parks D~partment might find citizens interested in establishing a film society. I Mayor Anderson said he had been contacted by several people who expressed concern. He I thought Mr. Mohr's suggestion was very good, and requested that he bring a letter to the Council for consideration. Councilman Williams thought the point was well taken. Mrs. Hayward moved seconded by Mr. McDonald to file Items 1,2 & 3 of the Committee Report. Motion carried. I 4. Laurel Hill Area Petition - Eugene Planning Commission granted site approval for a 92 I unit apartment development on property' long zoned commercial. Manager .read a petition I ! signed by 293 residents of the Laurel Hill area requesting postponement of all construction, i other than single family, until residents of the neighborhood and the Planning Commission develop a comprehensive growth plan for the neighborhood. A memo was distributed which had been prepared by the Planning Director and City Attorney I explaining development permitted under theZoning Ordinance, and the probability of e postponement of other conditional uses, as requested by the citizens group. The Planning Director described this as an area of long narrow lots, not suitable for modern needs. He explained that the Conditional Use procedure was used to exchange density, and th?t the appeal time had expired before residents filed an objection. Mayor Anderson asked that discussion be confined to the q~estion of whether or not to I proceed with a public hearing, rather than trying to resolve problems at this point. The City Attorney commented that, under the City Zoning Ordinance, the legal time limit for an appeal had expired. If the Council wished a public hearing, it would have to be on some other basis. In answer to Mr. Louis Durchanek, Planning Director said notification and appeal period are the same for Planned Unit Development or Conditional Use Permit. Mr. Durchanek could not see why conditional use was required under zoning regulations. Planning Director explained by using conditional use permit, RG density and commercial service were obtained on RA zoned property. These are transferred to the Planned Unit Develop- ment, since that procedure is more stringent. There was further discussion of appeal procedures and notification required. Mr. Jim Bartell, chairman of the Committee, said the petition made it clear that they wished to have a hearing., Mrs. Hayward suggested setting a time for discussion at a committee meeting. City Manager felt an evening meeting would be a more convenient time for petitioners. r Mr. George McGinnis said the main consideration was that a public meeting be held where I I they can establish a framework of discussion .at which these points may be handled. I Councilman Mohr asked if it was understood, that a public hearing could be held about development of the entire area, but in the judgment of city administration there was no way to prevent the start of construction on the development already granted approval. counci~woman Beal suggested ,a joint Council-Planning Commission meeting. Mr. McGinnis said/t is could be incorporated 'into the overall framework, this would be fine. , , Mr. Bartell 'said the committee 'was not concerned necessarily about the 92 unit d'evelopment, I but that the total character and complexion of the area were not changed. He agreed a - joint meeting might be desirable. Mayor Anderson suggested that this matter be heard at the meeting of December 8. Citizens of Laurel Hill agreed that this would be convenient. I, Mrs. Hayward moved seconded by Mr. McDonald to hold a public hearing Monday, December 8, I 1969 at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers regarding development of Laurel Hill area. I In answer to Mrs. Beal's suggestion that the motion be amended 'to include the Planning Com- mission, Mayor Anderson said it was not necessary to invite them - they are always 'welcome. Vote taken on motion, and motion carried. Mr. Louis Durchanek, 1760 Sylvan, said he was a member of Laurel Hill Citizens Committee and explained tha t , in the absence of Mr. Bartell, he would act as chairman. The committee was requesting that a plan be decided upon and adhered to for the Laurel Hill neighborhood. He said members of the committee I have not accepted the proposed Planned Unit Development for their neighborhood as an accomplished fact, and hope it will become evident this plan is inappropriate for the Laurel Hill neighborhood. I Mr. Sid Armstrong, 2640 McMillan Street, asked that the Council impose a complete moratorium on buiJd- ing in the Laurel Hill area. He asked for clarification of Planning Commission procedure, and cited the General Plan for 1990 as setting aside this area for low density building. He felt this was a unique valley, and wanted to keep it that way. - I Mr. Durchanek spoke on community attitudes a.nd property rights. He felt more emphasis should be placed on rights of citizens by'the Zoning Ordiiiartce; He said they d'id not particula'rly wish to stop ~ _' o. f 12/8/69 - 2 ~ ;.