CITY OF REDMOND ORDINANCE NO

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1 CITY OF REDMOND ORDINANCE NO AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE REDMOND CITY DEVELOPMENT CODE ARTICLE I CHAPTER 8, SECTION , ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STANDARDS FOR SINGLE FAMILY DWELLINGS AND DUPLEXES; AMENDING CHAPTER TO ADD ASSISTED LIVING AS A CONDITIONAL USE TO THE R-4 AND R-5 ZONES, AMENDING CHAPTER TO CORRECT CHAPTER TITLES FOR COMMERCIAL USES; CLARIFY ACRONYMS FOR ZONING TABLES; AND, DELETE OBSOLETE STANDARDS FOR SCHOOLS IN CHAPTER WHEREAS, the City of Redmond has adopted zoning and planning regulations in accordance with Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 227 that regulate and control the development of land within the City; and WHEREAS, the City of Redmond City Council has an adopted set of goals that include: Enhance the quality of life in the City through the adoption of programs, policies and standards that balance growth while maintaining the city s unique character; Improve land use processes; Promote quality development; Continue to incorporate the Great Neighborhood Principles in both new development and infill development ; and WHEREAS, the City of Redmond Comprehensive Plan is the product of hundreds of citizens from the public and private sector who participated in the Redmond Vision 2020 planning process; and WHEREAS, the City of Redmond Comprehensive Plan 2020 Addendum contains 94 visioning statements, including statements on improving urban form and community design; and WHEREAS, the City of Redmond set the action steps necessary to implement the Goals and Policies in the Comprehensive Plan related to the established vision and improve efficiency; and WHEREAS, the Redmond Urban Area Planning Commission held a public hearing on May 4, 2015, and, after reviewing the record and gathering public testimony, has recommended that the Redmond City Council adopt the Development Code Amendments as set forth in Exhibit A; and WHEREAS, the Redmond City Council held a public hearing on May 19, 2015, to consider the recommendation of the Redmond Urban Area Planning Commission, review the existing record and gather additional evidence and public testimony; and WHEREAS, the City Council has received the Planning Commission s recommendation and, after receiving additional evidence and testimony, determined that the requested Development Code amendments would contribute to the Redmond Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies for livability, economic vitality, and improved customer services; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the findings for the adoption of the Amendments to Section (Architectural Design Standards), (Assisted Living as a conditional use), (Commercial Chapter Titles), and (Delete Obsolete Standards for Schools) have fully addressed the City s Comprehensive Plan, the applicable state law, the Statewide Planning

2 Goals and the City s standards and criteria for an amendment to the Redmond Development Code; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the attached code amendments are necessary to further these interests. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY OF REDMOND ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS: SECTION ONE: The City of Redmond hereby amends the Redmond City Development Code, Amendments to Section (Architectural Design Standards), (Assisted Living as a conditional use), (Commercial Chapter Titles), and (Delete Obsolete Standards for Schools). The amendments and adopted text are attached hereto as Exhibit A. SECTION TWO: In support of the Development Code text amendments in Section One, the City of Redmond hereby adopts the findings, which are attached hereto as Exhibit B which were prepared by City staff and demonstrate compliance with the Redmond Development Code, Section Criteria for Amendments, the City s Comprehensive Plan, and the applicable Statewide Planning Goals. SECTION THREE: SEVERABILITY. The provisions of this Ordinance are severable. The invalidity of any section, clause, sentence, or provision of this Ordinance shall not affect the validity of any other part of this Ordinance, which can be given without such invalid part, or parts. PASSED by the City Council and APPROVED by the Mayor this 19 th day of May, George Endicott, Mayor ATTEST: Kelly Morse, City Recorder Page 2 of 20

3 Exhibit A: Article I, Zoning Standards Development Code Amendments Note: Proposed Development Code Amendment Architectural Design Standards City of Redmond Development Code, Chapter 8, Article I; Sections (new code highlighted in red text and removed text shown in strikethrough) Architectural Design Standards for Single Family Dwellings and Duplexes 1. Purpose. The purpose of the Architectural Design Standards for Single Family Dwellings and Duplexes is to promote and sustain: A. High quality development throughout a variety of housing choices; B. A diversity of individual styles that incorporate positive design characteristics throughout the City; and, C. Excellence in architectural design that: 1. Enhances the visual environment and character of the community; 2. Preserves and protects property values, as well as public and private infrastructure investment; 3. Conveys a sense of balance, integrity and character among all neighborhoods throughout the City; and, 4. Elevates the attractiveness and quality of life in Redmond. 2. Intent. The intent of the Architectural Design Standards for Single Family Dwellings and Duplexes is to: A. Maintain flexibility for a variety of architectural style to be developed throughout the City; B. Establish a basis for architectural character for each dwelling, regardless of architectural style; C. Continue to allow innovations in design that recognize emerging technologies such as solar and wind power, telecommunications, and environmentally conscious construction methods; D. Provide an integral relationship between the quality of the dwelling and the quality of the public and private infrastructure of the neighborhood; and, E. Promote quality design characteristics that will enhance the long-term desirability of the dwelling, neighborhood and community as an attractive place to live. 3. Procedure. New single family dwellings and duplexes shall be reviewed for conformance with the requirements listed in this Section, subject to the procedures outlined below: A. Track 1. Conformance with Section (5), below. An application demonstrating conformance with Section (5) shall be submitted to and reviewed by the Community Development Director or designee. Conformance with the objective standards included in Section (5) shall be shown on the architectural plans submitted with the building permit application and administered as part of the plan review process. These applications are reviewed administratively by City of Redmond Planning Staff. B. Track 2. As an alternative to the procedure for Review as a Development Action as listed in Section (3)(A) above (in cases where the proposed design does not, or the applicant chooses not to comply with the requirements of Section (5)), an application may be submitted to the Community Development Director which demonstrates conformance with the Purpose and Intent of this Page 3 of 20

4 Section as listed in Sections (1) and (2), above. The individual provision of subsections (1) and (2) shall serve as discretionary review criteria, and shall be addressed by the applicant in writing and shown on the architectural plans submitted with the application. These applications are reviewed administratively by City of Redmond Planning Staff, unless the Community Development Director determines that a public hearing is necessary, in which case the application will be reviewed to the Hearings Body. The Community Development Director may also approve other architectural designs or design elements not listed in this section, approve exceptions or uniquely identifiable house styles provided they comply with the intent of this section. C. Design Review for Manufactured and Mobile Homes not within approved mobile home parks: Some manufactured homes and mobile homes may not be able to fully comply with the requirements above. In those cases the following features are required. 1. At least one covered porch; 2. Changes in wall siding material on 3 sides; 3. Band courses on 3 sides; and, 4. One additional tree. These applications are reviewed administratively by City of Redmond Planning Staff, unless the Community Development Director determines that a public hearing is necessary, in which case the application will be reviewed to the Hearings Body. 4. Application and Approval Process. The applications for either a Track 1 or Track 2 review as specified in Sections (3)(A) and (B) above, shall be submitted prior to or in conjunction with an application for a building permit. Building permits will not be issued until the design review action is completed and approved by the City. The application shall be submitted on a form prescribed by the City with an accompanying fee. 5. Architectural Design Standards. Although specific architectural styles (i.e. craftsman, colonial, tudor) are not mandated, single family dwelling and duplex design shall conform with the following standards: A. Screening of Mechanical Equipment and Trash Storage Areas. All exterior ground mounted mechanical equipment areas shall be entirely screened from view on all sides at the ground/eye level line of sight by either utilizing a sight obscuring fence or wall, with such fences or walls being maintained in perpetuity or sight obscuring landscaping at least three (3) feet in height at installation. Solar power, wind power, satellite dish or other equipment necessitating placement on walls or roofs for normal operation are exempt from this provision, excluding all HVAC equipment. B. Building Design. 1. Architectural Design. In order Tto discourage the appearance of the same, similar or tract-type housing, the following is required: The same, similar, or tract home designs must be separated by a separation by at least two (2) lots on either side, and directly across the street of the home and not be directly across the street from one another. This is required for single family dwellings and duplexes with the same or very similar design when viewed from the street frontages. The same or very similar designs are those which consist merely of mirror image elevations, or exterior elevations of the same basic design which utilize different colors, materials or ornamentation. This also includes similar elevations not substantially modified by use of altered rooflines, projections, garage doors, orientation, or glazing materials. The Community Development Page 4 of 20

5 Page 5 of 20 Director or designee shall be allowed to interpret what constitutes the same or very similar designs. 2. Roof Design. Most architectural styles utilize a related set of roof elements that compliment and help establish the overall style and character of a dwelling. Because the roof is a primary feature and key component of a dwelling that contributes greatly to the overall architectural style and character of the dwelling, A minimum of three (3) roof design elements shall be used on all four elevations of the structures. Roof Design Elements include: a. Pitched or sloping roof; b. Variations in roof orientation; c. Variations in roof pitch, height of roof planes or roof orientation; d. Dormer, such as hipped, gabled, shed, or eyebrow dormer or similar design e. Eave of at least 12 inches; and, f. Overhand of at least 6 inches using fascia, or with bargeboard or vergeboard; and fixed to the gable end to hide the truss tails, rafter ends or roof timbers. g. Gable end elements (window, decorative vent door, decorated verge boards, trusses, false beams, corbels, brackets, or other decorative elements in gable ends) 3. Wall Design. Most architectural styles utilize a related set of façade features, details and finishes that define the overall character of a dwelling. The most attractive designs work within the established style and incorporate an appropriate mix of multiple façade elements to achieve a base degree of style recognition. Because an appropriate number and A mix of wall elements is fundamental to achieving and establishing style and character., a minimum of four (4) wall design elements shall be used on the side and rear elevations of the structure, and five (5) elements on the front elevation. Multiple siding treatments are highly encouraged. Wall Design Elements include: In addition to the elements in a-e below: a minimum of five (5) façade elements shall be used on the front elevation and three (3) wall design elements shall be used on the sides that front onto public spaces and rear elevations of the structure. Multiple siding treatments are highly encouraged; the sole use of T-111 on all sides is not allowed. a. Recessed entry; b. Covered porch at least 36 square feet, with a minimum 4 foot depth c. Balconies enclosed by railing or parapet; d. Vertical offsets, at least two, either projecting or recessed at least 6 inched deep and a minimum of 4 feet long; e. Horizontal offsets, at least two, either projecting or recessed at least 5 inches deep; f. Column or pilaster, either complete or engaged; g. Engaged tower, with the design being square, rectangular, circular or polygonal in form; h. Bay window, box window, or box bay that projects at least 6 inched outward from the wall plane; i. Window trim or surround (casing) at least 3.5 inches wide that completely surrounds the window; j. Windows with grids, multi-paned sashes, or that are of elliptical, round, arched, semi-circular or similar design;

6 k. Shutters, as a matched pair for windows, either fixed or movable; \ l. Variation in wall cladding, wall surface pattern or decorative materials; m. Decorative garage doors, with or without windows, including patterning relief at least 5/8 deep over the door surface; n. Band course, band molding, belly band, belt course or similar horizontal element that entire length of the façade of relatively slight projection; o. Exterior chimney of brick, stone, composite, masonry or other similar materials; and, a. 40% fenestration of the first story front façade and 10% fenestration on the public facing sides and rear facades to include a variety of windows, doors, louvers, vents, and curtain walls. b. Window trim or surround (casing) at least 3.5 inches wide that completely surrounds the window; c. Band course, band molding, bellyband, belt course or similar horizontal element that runs the entire width of the front façade of relatively slight projection; and at the break of the second floor (if one exists) and at the line made by the lower roofline at the gable end except when single wall panel systems are used; d. Variation in wall siding, wall surface pattern or decorative materials if an area above the highest band course exists, it must contain a different siding material than the area below the band on walls that front onto public spaces; e. Recessed or covered front entry at least 20 square feet, with a minimum 4 foot depth measured from the front door. If columns are used they must be decorative and no less than 6 x 6. Plain support columns are not allowed. f. Box window, shelf and/or under-window planter box unit that is designed to accommodate live plants, watering/drainage and projects at least 6 inches outward from the wall plane; g. Windows with multi-paned sashes, operable sashes, or windows that are elliptical, round, arched, bay, semi-circular or similar design; h. Shutters, as a matched pair for windows, either decorative, fixed or movable; i. Balconies or decks of at least 2 foot depth and 5 feet in width, accessed by a door and enclosed by railing or parapet; j. Decorative garage doors, with or without windows, including patterning relief over the door surface; k. Vertical offsets, at least two, either projecting or recessed at least 6 inches deep and a minimum of 4 feet long; l. Horizontal offsets, at least two, either projecting or recessed at least 6 inches deep; m. A minimum of two columns or pilasters, complete or engaged; engaged tower, with the design being square, rectangular, circular or polygonal in form; n. Exterior wall (or portion) and/or chimney of brick, stone, Page 6 of 20

7 composite, masonry or other similar materials; o. Enclosed soffits; p. 1 ½ caliper tree in front landscape area, in addition to required street trees; q. 1 ½ caliper tree in rear or side landscape area; r. Covered entry feature over secondary doors, separate from eave; s. Covered rear patio or porch, separate from eave; t. Eave greater than 12 inches in depth, including extended soffit details; u. Where gable ends are proposed, at least three (3) gable end elements such as windows, decorative vent cover, decorated verge boards, trusses, false beams, corbels, brackets, molding, rake, fascia, cornice return treatments, or other decorative elements in gable ends shall be used; and, v. Other elements as approved by the Community Development Director. Note: Proposed Development Code Amendment Assisted Living added as a Conditional Use to the R-4 and R-5 Residential Zones City of Redmond Development Code, Chapter 8, Article I; Sections (new code highlighted in red text and removed text shown in strikethrough) Table A, Residential Zones, Uses Permitted. The following uses are allowed outright or conditionally in each of the Residential zones as follows: LAND USE: ZONE: Residential Uses: R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 R-5 Accessory Building: RESTRICTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Detached; includes O O O O O Sheds, shops, garages greenhouse, workshops No kitchen; uses main houses' C C C O O Guest House sewer & water Accessory Dwelling Uses main houses' sewer & C C C O O Unit water; has kitchen Accessory Use O O O O O Includes Home Occupations See Multi-Family Complex / Dwelling Apartments Bed and Breakfast C C C C C Boarding or Rooming House C Cluster Development C C *Cottages only in R-2 zone / C* C C C Cottage Development limited to single story Condominium State regulated Duplex C* C** O O *Duplexes not allowed on R-2 lots unless they were platted Page 7 of 20

8 Duplex Lot O O O Manufactured Home Manufactured Home Park C C C Manufactured Home Subdivision O O O Multi Family Complex (5 + units) C O Multi Family Dwelling (3 & 4 plex) C O Nursing,and Convalescent, and Assisted Living C C Facility Planned Unit Development C C Residential Care Facility C O Residential Care Home O O O O O Single Family Dwelling O O O O O Townhouse C O prior to Nov. 9, Lots created before this date desiring duplexes are subject to conditional use review and approval and shall be on lots of 10,000+ s.f. **Duplexes in the R-3 zone are permitted on corner lots of 10,000 s.f. or more / with conditional use approval. See Single Family Dwelling Subject to compliance w/ applicable ORS More than 15 people Defined in and regulated by ORS Defined in and regulated by ORS Page 8 of 20

9 Note: Proposed Development Code Amendment Clarified Chapter Titles for Commercial Uses City of Redmond Development Code, Chapter 8, Article I; Sections (new code highlighted in red text and removed text shown in strikethrough). COMMERCIAL USE AND INDUSTRIAL USE ZONES Strip-Service Commercial C-1 Zone Central Business District Commercial (CBD) C-2 Zone Special-Service Commercial C-3 Zone Limited Service Commercial C-4 Zone Limited Service Commercial C-4A Zone: Except as provided in and , the standards and criteria for development in the C-4A Zone shall apply to development in the C-4A Zone Tourist Commercial C-5 Zone Downtown Design Overlay Zone Light Industrial M-1 Zone Heavy Industrial M-2 Zone Table C, Uses Permitted. The following uses are allowed outright or conditionally in each of the Commercial and Industrial zones as follows: Residential: C-1 C-2 C-3 C-4 C-4A C-5 M-1 M-2 DOD MUN MUE Restrictions and Requirements Apartments See Multi family dwellings and complexes Assisted Living Facility C C C C C Bed and Breakfast C C C C C Boarding House C C C C C C Caretaker / Watchman C C C C O Must live on site Condominium Homeless Shelter O C O Manufactured Home Park C C Multi Family Complex C O C C O Multi Family Dwelling C O C C O Planned Unit Development Res. Use above ground floor O O O State regulated Res. Use on ground floor <25% O O O Not in front of bldg, or as non-watchman Residential care facility C C C C Only permitted where MFR s are allowed Residential care home O Only permitted where SFR s are allowed Single Family and Duplex O* O* *Only permitted for those uses pre-dating the adoption of the C- 2 Zone Amendments and Downtown Overlay District on August 12, 2008 Resumption of a residential use C C C C Only as previously established residential use Eating and Drinking C-1 C-2 C-3 C-4 C-4A C-5 M-1 M-2 DOD MUN MUE Bakery (retail / sit down) O O O O O* C O O O Bar, Lounge, Tavern, O O C O O* C O O O Nightclub, Restrictions and Requirements Page 9 of 20

10 Café, Restaurant (sit-down), Diner, Brew Pub O O O O O* O O O O Deli s are listed under retail uses Café, Restaurant, Espresso (Drive-through) O O O O O* O O O O Deli s are listed under retail uses Entertainment C-1 C-2 C-3 C-4 C-4A C-5 M-1 M-2 DOD MUN MUE Restrictions and Requirements Amusement Park C C Arena for Indoor Sport Events O C C C C Larger than indoor commercial recreational use Driving Range O O Golf Course O Indoor Commercial O O O O C C O Recreation Miniature Golf, Pitch & Putt O O Note: Proposed Development Code Amendment Clarified Acronyms for Zoning Tables City of Redmond Development Code, Chapter 8, Article I; Sections , ,8.0220, and (new code highlighted in red text and removed text shown in strikethrough). O means Permitted Outright C means Permitted Conditionally These clarifications will be placed above the use charts throughout the Development Code. Note: Proposed Development Code Amendment Chapter Delete obsolete standards for schools. City of Redmond Development Code, Chapter 8, Article I; Section (new code highlighted in red text and removed text shown in strikethrough). 16. Nursery Schools: A. Nnursery schools shall provide and maintain at least 100 square feet of outdoor play area per child. A sight obscuring fence at least four feet but not more than six feet high shall separate the play area from the abutting lots. B. elementary schools should provide a basic site area of five acres plus one additional acre for each 200 pupils of predicted ultimate enrollment. C. secondary schools should provide a basic site area of 10 acres plus one additional acre for each 100 pupils of predicted ultimate enrollment. D. there shall be access to all buildings for emergency vehicles. Page 10 of 20

11 Exhibit B: (Development Code Amendments) Amendments to the Redmond Development Code Chapter 8, Article I, Section , Architectural Design Standards; Amending Chapter to Add Assisted Living as a conditional use to the R-4 and R- 5 zones, amending Chapter to correct chapter titles for Commercial Uses; clarify acronyms for zoning tables; and, delete obsolete standards for schools in Chapter FINDINGS FOR DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENTS TO AMEND CHAPTER 8, ARTICLE I AMENDMENTS TO THE REDMOND CITY DEVELOPMENT CODE CHAPTER 8, ARTICLE I, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE REDMOND CITY DEVELOPMENT CODE ARTICLE I CHAPTER 8, SECTION , ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STANDARDS FOR SINGLE FAMILY DWELLINGS AND DUPLEXES; AMENDING CHAPTER TO ADD ASSISTED LIVING AS A CONDITIONAL USE TO THE R-4 AND R-5 ZONES, AMENDING CHAPTER TO CORRECT CHAPTER TITLES FOR COMMERCIAL USES; CLARIFY ACRONYMS FOR ZONING TABLES; AND, DELETE OBSOLETE STANDARDS FOR SCHOOLS IN CHAPTER Prepared by Deborah McMahon, Principal Planner City of Redmond May 19, 2015 Page 11 of 20

12 FINDINGS OF THE REDMOND CITY COUNCIL REGARDING CITY FILE NO TA, AMENDMENTS TO THE REDMOND CITY DEVELOPMENT CODE CHAPTER 8, ARTICLE I, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE REDMOND CITY DEVELOPMENT CODE ARTICLE I CHAPTER 8, SECTION , ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STANDARDS FOR SINGLE FAMILY DWELLINGS AND DUPLEXES; AMENDING CHAPTER TO ADD ASSISTED LIVING AS A CONDITIONAL USE TO THE R-4 AND R-5 ZONES, AMENDING CHAPTER TO CORRECT CHAPTER TITLES FOR COMMERCIAL USES; CLARIFY ACRONYMS FOR ZONING TABLES; AND, DELETE OBSOLETE STANDARDS FOR SCHOOLS IN CHAPTER \ AN AMENDMENT TO THE TEXT OF THE REDMOND DEVELOPMENT CODE TO REVISE THE STANDARDS FOR VARIOUS SECTIONS OF ARTICLE I FILE NO TA REQUEST: LEGISLATIVE AMENDMENTS TO THE REDMOND CITY DEVELOPMENT CODE CHAPTER 8, ARTICLE I, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE REDMOND CITY DEVELOPMENT CODE ARTICLE I CHAPTER 8, SECTION , ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STANDARDS FOR SINGLE FAMILY DWELLINGS AND DUPLEXES; AMENDING CHAPTER TO ADD ASSISTED LIVING AS A CONDITIONAL USE TO THE R-4 AND R-5 ZONES, AMENDING CHAPTER TO CORRECT CHAPTER TITLES FOR COMMERCIAL USES; CLARIFY ACRONYMS FOR ZONING TABLES; AND, DELETE OBSOLETE STANDARDS FOR SCHOOLS IN CHAPTER APPLICANT: City of Redmond, 716 SW Evergreen Avenue, P O Box 726 Redmond, OR STAFF: HEARINGS BODY: DATE & TIME: LOCATION: Deborah McMahon, Principal Planner Redmond City Council Redmond Urban Area Planning Commission May 4, 2015, 6:30 pm, Redmond Urban Area Planning Commission May 19, 2015, 7:00 pm, Redmond City Council City Council Chambers, 777 Deschutes Avenue, Redmond, Oregon Page 12 of 20

13 I. APPLICABLE CODE SECTIONS AND CRITERIA: The following are the applicable code sections from Chapter 8 of the Redmond Development Code that are applicable to this proposed code amendment: Article I, Zoning Standards, Amendments to the Redmond Development Code Chapter 8, Article I, Section , Architectural Design Standards; Amending Chapter to Add Assisted Living as a conditional use to the R-4 and R-5 zones, amending Chapter to correct chapter titles for Commercial Uses; clarify acronyms for zoning tables; and, delete obsolete standards for schools in Chapter The following are provisions from the Redmond Urban Area Comprehensive Plan that are applicable to this proposed code amendment: Chapter 1 Citizen Involvement Chapter 2 - Land Use Planning Chapter 9 Economic Development The following are other criteria that are applicable to this proposed code amendment: Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) ORS , , Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR), LCDC, Division 15, Statewide Planning Goals and Guidelines OAR (as applicable) The following criteria are not applicable to the proposed code amendment: Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR), LCDC, Division 12, Statewide Planning Goals and Guidelines OAR (specifically OAR ) is not applicable because the proposal does not include any changes to the allowable uses that would affect the number of trips or functional classifications of roads/streets in Redmond. The proposal is limited to clarifying the code enforcement procedures. II. BACKGROUND & HISTORY: The proposed text amendments update several sections of the code related to architectural design review and other minor clarifications to enable better administration of the code. The current development code contains a variety of restrictions meant to improve residential development. Staff believes the current code language needs to be strengthened to address Council concerns and to improve overall efficiency in administering the code. The proposed Development Code Text Amendments were initiated legislatively by the City of Redmond thus, the City is the applicant. The rationale for the adoption of the proposed text Page 13 of 20

14 amendments is consistent with the Oregon Land Use Goals, the City of Redmond Comprehensive Plan, and the Redmond City Council goals. III. PROPOSAL: The request is for a Legislative Amendment to the Redmond Development Code, Articles I, to revise/add standards related to residential design review. In addition, various sections of the Redmond Development Code need to be updated to reflect new information and ease of use. IV. EXHIBITS: The following exhibits make up the record in this matter: 1. Proposed Findings and Conclusions included herein. 2. The existing and proposed text of: Article I, Redmond Development Code. 3. Notice to Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) 4. Notice of Planning Commission Public Hearing Bulletin - Published May 9, 2015 (file). 5. Notice of City Council Public Hearing Bulletin- Published April 26, 2015 (file). 6. Planning Commission Work Session/Public Hearing Staff Reports. 7. Public testimony received. V. SUMMARY: 1. The request is for an amendment to the text of the City of Redmond Development Code to Article I, Zoning Standards, Amendments to the Redmond Development Code Chapter 8, Article I, Section , Architectural Design Standards; Amending Chapter to Add Assisted Living as a conditional use to the R-4 and R-5 zones, amending Chapter to correct chapter titles for Commercial Uses; clarify acronyms for zoning tables; and, delete obsolete standards for schools in Chapter The findings, the text for the enforcement standards, and supporting materials, all demonstrate that the proposed Development Code amendments are consistent with the Statewide Planning Goals, the Redmond Comprehensive Plan, the City Council Goals and other policies adopted by the City. 3. The four criteria set forth in RDC Section (Criteria for Amendments) are addressed herein/below, as well as all applicable state laws and requirements. VI. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS: A. REDMOND DEVELOPMENT CODE (RDC), Chapter 8, Sections through (Amendments) sets forth the procedure and standards for an amendment to the text of the Code or to the adopted Comprehensive Plan or Zoning map. Specifically, Section Criteria for Amendments, sets forth the four (4) criteria that must be met: Page 14 of 20

15 1. In conformity with all applicable State statutes; Finding: The State statutes that directly apply to this application include: 1. ORS , Local Government Notice of Amendment or New Regulation 2. ORS , Compliance with Goals Required 3. ORS , Conduct of Local Quasi-Judicial Land Use Hearings; Notice Requirements. The applicable City of Redmond Code standards (sections to , Amendment Procedures and Notice Requirements), and (sections through , Legislative Procedures), were developed in compliance with the applicable State Statutes listed above regarding noticing and public hearings. Applicability of the Statewide Planning Goals is addressed in greater detail below those findings, incorporated by reference herein, show compliance with the applicable Statutes listed above. With regard to the Statutory noticing requirements referenced above, notice of the proposed amendment has been provided to DLCD and advertised in the local newspaper (public notice) as required by City Code and State Statute. With regard to the Statutory public hearing requirements referenced above, this proposal is legislative and not necessarily quasi-judicial in nature. However, for lack of specific statutory requirements governing such legislative actions, Sections through of the Redmond Development Code, which implement the quasi-judicial statutory requirements in similar fashion have been met. Subsequently, the Planning Commission and City Council s public hearing and review processes meet the statutory requirements for the purpose of the review. Notwithstanding the Statutory requirements addressed herein, the Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) also implement the Statutes. The applicable Rules are addressed in the ensuing review. Conclusion: Based on the findings addressing Code amendment criterion 1, the proposed Development Code text amendments conforms to applicable State statutes. Page 15 of 20

16 2. In conformity with the State-wide planning goals whenever they are determined to be applicable: Goal 1- Oregon s Statewide Planning Goals: Citizen Involvement. To develop a citizen involvement program that insures the opportunity for citizens to be involved in all phases of the planning process. Finding: The Urban Area Planning Commission serves as the City s formal citizen advisory committee to fulfill Goal 1 and is made up of Redmond area residents. The City conducted public meetings (Planning Commission work sessions and a public hearing) over the past few months regarding the proposal. Public notices and agendas for Planning Commission meetings where the proposed amendments were discussed were provided. All documents were available for the public review. Further, public notice advertising the public hearing was published in the Bend Bulletin. The City continually provided extensive public review and involvement opportunities during public work sessions and public hearings both at the Planning Commission level and City Council level as deemed necessary by such bodies. Conclusion: Based on these actions, Oregon Planning Goal 1 for Citizen Involvement has been met. Goal 2- Oregon s Statewide Planning Goals: Land Use Planning. To establish a land use planning process and policy framework as a basis for all decisions and actions related to use of land and to assure an adequate factual base for such decisions and actions. Finding: Through the course of review, the staff, the Redmond Urban Area Planning Commission and the Redmond City Council has received input from other City staff and residents of the community. The City Council has determined that enough factual and policy basis exists to support the proposed Code amendments. The proposed amendments will better implement policies of the Comprehensive Plan and will provide clearer regulations for the City staff to administer. Conclusion: Based on these findings, the proposed amendments meet Goal 2. Page 16 of 20

17 3. In conformity with the Redmond Comprehensive Plan, land use requirements and policies: Chapter 1 Redmond Comprehensive Plan: Citizen Involvement. To develop a citizen involvement program that insures the opportunity for citizens to be involved in all phases of the planning process. Finding: The Urban Area Planning Commission serves as the City s formal citizen advisory committee (as required by State Administrative Rule) and is made up of Redmond area residents. The Planning Commission is formally recognized through City Code and was appointed by the City Council. Thus, the Planning Commission is the appropriate public review and recommendation body to the City to meet this Comprehensive Plan policy. The City, through the Planning Commission, has conducted initial public meetings, and a public hearing over the past few months regarding the proposed amendments. Public notices and agendas for Planning Commission meetings where the proposed amendments were discussed were provided. All documents were available for the public review. Further, a notice of the public hearing was published in a local newspaper, either the Redmond Spokesman or Bend Bulletin. The City has continually provided extensive public review and involvement opportunities during public work sessions and public hearings both at the Planning Commission and City Council levels as deemed necessary by such bodies. The proposed amendments serve the following Policies of Chapter 1 of the Redmond Comprehensive Plan. 1. The City shall establish a citizen involvement program to provide for widespread citizen involvement. 2. The citizen involvement program shall involve a cross-section of affected citizens in all phases of the planning process. 3. The City shall assign the Redmond Urban Area Planning Commission as its officially recognized committee for citizen involvement (CCI). 4. The City shall establish mechanisms to assure two-way communications between citizens and elected and appointed officials. 5. The City shall provide the opportunity for citizens to be involved in all phases of the planning process. 6. The City shall assure that technical information is available to citizens in an understandable form. 7. The City shall assure that recommendations resulting from the citizen involvement program shall be retained and made available for public assessment. Citizens who have participated in this program shall receive a response from policy-makers. Page 17 of 20

18 8. The City shall allocate adequate human, financial and informational resources for the citizen involvement program. Chapter 2 Redmond Comprehensive Plan: Land Use Planning. To establish a land use planning process and policy framework as a basis for all decisions and actions related to use of land and to assure an adequate factual base for such decisions and actions. Finding: The Planning Commission, City Council, and staff have provided opportunities for and have received public input throughout the review process. Based on this input, the City Council finds that the proposed amendments are necessary to implement Chapters 1 and 2 of the City of Redmond s Comprehensive Plan, specifically, and other Chapters. The City Council has determined that enough factual and policy basis exists to support the proposed Code amendments. The proposed amendments will better implement policies of the Comprehensive Plan and will provide clearer regulations for the City staff to administer. The proposed amendments serve the following Policies of Chapter 2 of the Redmond Comprehensive Plan. 2. The plan shall be the basis for specific implementation measures. These measures shall be consistent with and adequate to carry out the plans. Each plan and related implementation measure shall be coordinated with the plans of affected governments. 3. All land use plans and implementation ordinances shall be adopted by the governing body after public hearing and shall be reviewed and, as needed, revised on a periodic cycle to take into account changing public policies and circumstances, in accord with a schedule set forth in the plan. 4. Opportunities shall be provided for review and comment by citizens and affected governmental units during preparation, review and revisions of plans and implementing ordinances 5. To provide a sound basis for orderly and efficient urbanization by establishing proper relationships between residential, commercial, industrial, public and open land uses, and transportation uses. Chapter 9 Economic Development To provide adequate opportunities throughout the state for a variety of economic activities vital to the health, welfare, and prosperity of Oregon's citizens. Finding: The Planning Commission, City Council, and staff have provided opportunities for and have received public input throughout the review Page 18 of 20

19 process. Based on this input, the City Council finds that the proposed amendments are necessary to implement Chapters 1 and 2 of the City of Redmond s Comprehensive Plan, specifically, and other Chapters. The City Council has determined that enough factual and policy basis exists to support the proposed Code amendments. The proposed amendments will better implement policies of the Comprehensive Plan and will provide clearer regulations for the City staff to administer Comprehensive Plan Addendum The Redmond Urban Area Comprehensive Plan is the product of hundreds of citizens from the private and public sector who participated in the Redmond Vision 2020 planning process. An advisory committee, the Vision 2020 committee, representing a broad cross section of the community, was appointed by the Redmond City Council and the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners to undertake a major update of the 1979 adopted Redmond Urban Area Comprehensive Plan. This was due to several factors, including rapid population growth, an expanding and changing local economy, and changes to state law requirements for housing and transportation planning. The Vision 2020 Committee met from March 1996 to February During this time it identified the major trends affecting Redmond, crafted a statement of community values, established a vision of Redmond in the year 2020, and drafted goals and policies for the Comprehensive Plan. Over 4,000 person hours were generously contributed by committee members and additional hours were donated by Planning Commissioners, City Councilors, and numerous individuals who provided information and collaborated with the Committee to make this project successful. The proposed amendments serve the following vision statements and policies of the 2020 Comprehensive Plan Addendum. CREATE A COMMUNITY VISION In the process of visioning Redmond in the year 2020 a list of 94 vision statements were developed. These ideas originated in a community-wide vision workshop in 1996 and were then reviewed and refined by the Redmond City Council, the Redmond Urban Area Planning Commission and the Vision 2020 Committee. 4. That there is a change of circumstances or further studies justifying the amendment or mistake in the original zoning. Page 19 of 20

20 Finding: This proposal in and of itself does not include a change of zoning to any particular property or area within the City. Rather, it involves evaluation of current regulations and the commensurate amendment of existing sign standards all of which contribute to the overall character and livability of the community. There are several code changes necessary to make the standards easier to implement and provide consistency with the vision described in the Plan and its addendum. This ensures that Redmond adapts it codes when new information becomes available. Conclusion: Based on the findings addressing Code amendment criterion 4, the proposed Development Code text amendment is supported by the need to update text and adopt needed changes to the Redmond Development Code. Page 20 of 20