City of Tacoma Planning Commission

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1 City of Tacoma Planning Commission Sean Gaffney, Chair Scott Winship, Vice-Chair Chris Beale Donald Erickson Benjamin Fields Tina Lee Alexandria Teague Erle Thompson Stephen Wamback HANDOUTS and PRESENTATIONS Included in this packet are materials presented at the Planning Commission s meeting on December 18, 2013: 1. Point Ruston Field Trip Agenda and Site Map (Handout; for Field Trip Item) 2. Point Ruston Mixed-Use Center (Annual Amendment Application # ) (PowerPoint; for Discussion Item D-1) 3. Point Ruston Mixed-Use Center Affordable Housing and Transit (Handout; for Discussion Item D-1) 4. Urban Forestry Landscaping Code Update (Annual Amendment Application # ) (PowerPoint; for Discussion Item D-2) 5. Temporary Homeless Camps Permit Process (PowerPoint; for Discussion Item D-3) 6. Planning Commission Year in Review 2013 (PowerPoint; for Communication Item) The City of Tacoma does not discriminate on the basis of disability in any of its programs, activities, or services. To request this information in an alternative format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Planning and Development Services Department at (253) (voice) or (253) (TTY). 747 Market Street, Room 345 Tacoma, WA (253) FAX (253)

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6 2014 ANNUAL AMENDMENTS: POINT RUSTON MIXED-USE CENTER Application # December 18, 2013

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8 Proposed Point Ruston MUC

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10 MUC policy consistency MUCs Vision To achieve concentrated centers of development with appropriate multimodal transportation facilities, services and linkages that promote a balanced pattern of growth and development, reduce sprawl, foster economies in the provision of public utilities and services, and yield energy savings.

11 MUC policy consistency The MUCs Vision emphasizes: Building on community assets and character Increased mix of uses Higher density housing for different needs and ages Creating quality urban neighborhoods Frequent and convenient transit with good roads Community gathering space and public spaces Safe, comfortable, interesting walking and biking environment Efficient use of land

12 MUC policy consistency 4 types of Centers: Downtown Center Urban Centers Community Centers most consistent Neighborhood Centers

13 MUC policy consistency MUC principles for development: Mix of Uses and density near transit and services; shopping and services near home and work Housing Choices types, mix of incomes, ownership Transportation choices walkable; bikeable; transit; TDM strategies; reduced car dependence Quality of Life and Active Living public spaces; neighborhood identity; pedestrian-oriented streets; greenery; buffers and transitions Thriving Economy increase investment; priority for incentives; employment; business climate; opportunities to live near work

14 Shoreline Permit/FSEIS Issued in 2008

15 Point Ruston Grand Plaza

16 Scope of development Proposed MUC (City of Tacoma): 29 acres (of acres total site) 775 residential units (studios to townhouses; rental and ownership) 94,500 sf commercial/retail space acres public park, recreation areas, open space, view corridors, and public access including streets = net acres / 42 du s per acre MUC Community Centers target: du s per acre Public art, street furniture, sidewalks, water access

17 Consistency with MUC policies Land Use: Builds on assets and character Efficient use/reuse of land Appropriate densities Mix of uses Master planned per Community Centers policy Part of larger concentration

18 Consistency with MUC policies Transportation: Walkable streets Connected to active transportation network Reduce car dependency Ongoing discussion Transit Service not currently available Barrier removed (tunnel) Stops provided Ongoing discussion

19 Consistency with MUC policies Quality of Life: Waterfront access and views Public art Street furniture Pedestrian streets Parks, gathering spaces, open space Unique and attractive neighborhood

20 Consistency with MUC policies Economic Development: New commercial and office node Attractive on regional scale Supports Ruston and Pt Defiance development Housing: Shopping near home and work Mix of housing types Affordability Per applicants, challenging to provide at affordable levels (80% AMI) Ongoing discussions

21 What is affordable? Family Size Median Income Median Income 80% Monthly Rental Allowance 30% of Income* 1 $49,200 $39,350 $984 2 $56,200 $44,950 $1,124 3 $63,200 $50,550 $1,264 4 $70,200 $56,150 $1,404 5 $75,900 $60,650 $1,516 6 $81,500 $65,150 $1,629 7 $87,100 $69,650 $1,741 8 $92,700 $74,150 $1,854

22 What would MUC designation mean? Recognition as MUC Prioritize growth Increase residential densities Economic development/employment Public investment, services, infrastructure Multifamily Tax Exemption Program Accelerate buildout Lower cost of development Public and private benefits Part of ongoing growth vision discussions

23 Summary & next steps Proposed Point Ruston MUC designation is consistent with the majority of MUC policies Remaining issues: Affordability Transit / multi-modal Applicant to provide further information Commission direction requested Additional issues or questions? Authorization to release for public comment?

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27 1 Planning Commission December 18, 2013 URBAN FORESTRY LANDSCAPING CODE UPDATES

28 2 Small, Medium, Large Trees Crown width (canopy) and/or height (at maturity): Small feet Medium feet Large 41 feet or greater

29 3 Small, Medium, Large Sliding Scale Street Trees (most zones): Current Requirement: 3 trees /100 linear feet Proposal: 4 Small / 100 ft 3 Medium / 100 ft 2 Large / 100 ft Parking Lot Interior Trees: Current Requirement: 1 tree per 1000 square feet Proposal: 1 Small / 700 sf 1 Medium / 1000 sf 1 Large / 1400 sf

30 4 Example CURRENT: 47 trees PROPOSED: trees

31 5 Example CURRENT: 10 trees 6 street trees 4 parking lot trees PROPOSED: 6 14 trees 4-8 street trees 3-6 parking lot trees

32 6 Self-managed agencies Urban Forest Policy Element: Encourage public agencies to adopt goals Urban Forestry Plan and program Provide additional flexibility Code provision: Public agencies with Urban Forestry Plans Plant up to 50% of required number of trees elsewhere Additional distribution flexibility No land use canopy goals (at this time) Name changed from Landscaping Master Plans

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34 8 Incentives/Bonuses Desired features Larger trees Tree retention Bonuses Sliding scale RETAIN EXISTING CODE Evergreen conifers Additional credit (e.g., count as 1.2) Additional soil volume Greater than 50% evergreens/ additional soil volume LID approaches Self-managed agency plan Distribution flexibility TBD Up to 50% may be planted elsewhere Distribution flexibility

35 9 Next steps Continue & broaden consultation Outreach to date Metro Parks Port of Tacoma Public Works Code Enforcement Road test proposed code Requesting Commission direction Draft code on for January 22 nd meeting

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37 CITY OF TACOMA TEMPORARY HOMELESS CAMP PERMIT PROCESS Proposed Amendments to TMC and Temporary Uses John W. Harrington, Jr. Principal Planner Planning and Development Services Dept. Planning Commission Meeting December 18, 2013

38 Background 2010 state law authorizes religious organizations to host temporary homeless camps (RCW ) - May locate on church owned or controlled property Cities may impose conditions that protect the public health and safety - A number of camp characteristics and operating standards may be determined by the city 2

39 What s New Map orientation/review of Tent City 4 Site visit to Tent City 3 Map orientation/stats on Tent City 3 Map analysis of church properties with open turf areas over 7,500 sf within ½ mile of transit stops Revised draft recommendation 3

40 Tent City 4 Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church - Sammamish Sammamish Commons Homeless Camp Sammamish Library Montessori School Preschool-8 th grade Skyline HS Elevated SFDs 4

41 Tent City 4 Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church - Sammamish Support area Resident tents 5

42 Tent City 4 Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church - Sammamish Operated by SHARE/WHEEL 14,000 sf living area 4,000 sf support area 78 residents-one and two person tents One shower with two hygiene stations Washer and dryer Adjacent SFD neighborhood Adjacent primary school, library and nearby community center and high school 6

43 Tent City 4 Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church - Sammamish Tent spacing, perimeter fence Boardwalk 7

44 Mobile shower/laundry facility/latrines 8

45 Other Support Facilities Food service/pantry No kitchen operations Microwave meals and hot beverages Food eaten in community/rec tent No food in sleeping tents 9

46 Tent City 3 Bryn Mawr United Methodist Church Homeless Camp SFD Neighborhoods surround site Bryn Mawr Elementary 10

47 Tent City 3 King County (Renton) Bryn Mawr United Methodist Church Operated by SHARE/WHEEL 14,000 sf camp area at this site Adjacent SFD neighborhood Need 12,000-16,000 sf Approx 4,000 sf support area 94 residents-group/single tents One shower 32/day 110 x 130 $5200/ month operating cost - Electric and water - porta-potties/dumpster - business cell phone - bus passes 4 sites planned in advance Service credits (litter/camp upkeep) 90 day period good to not burn out churches 11

48 Tent City 3 King County (Renton) Entry/Security Station Shower/hygiene trailer Tight lined to church sewer line 12

49 Tent City 3 King County (Renton) Bicycles/Common Tents Fabric site obscuring fence material 13

50 Tent City 3 King County (Renton) High occ tents (12) 40% Single/double occ tents 60% Donations Tent 14

51 Tent City 3 King County (Renton) Food/beverage tent microwave/refrigerator/ beverage containers Video Tent 15

52 Tent City 3 King County (Renton) Hand washing station Porta-potties 16

53 Tent City 3 King County (Renton) Living areas 17

54 Tent City 3 King County (Renton) SFD close proximity no reported conflict 18

55 Tent City 3 King County (Renton) Electrical service added by the church/converter box 19

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57 Revised Staff Recommendations Notification distance: 400 ft CPTED review of site plan; staff recommendations Perimeter setback: 10 feet from property line Max camp occupancy: 100 or two 50- resident sites Min camp area: 7,500 sf for first 50 residents*; for residents 7,500 sf plus 150 sf for each person over 50 21

58 Revised Staff Recommendations Max time: 93 days or 123 days for hard surface or non-residential sites Fencing: any durable sight-obscuring material Warrant or background checks: required; no sex offenders but other residents allowed at the discretion of the camp Min time to return to site or neighborhood: 2 years from previous camp start date; 18 months for hard surface or non-residential sites 22

59 Revised Staff Recommendations Max distance to transit stop: ½ mile Shower facilities: one shower per 33 residents (round up to nearest whole number) Shelter/tent separation: one foot on sides and rear of shelter, with 10 feet for group shelters Solid Waste Removal: recycling added for pickup requirement Parking: 2 spaces for every 25 residents (round up to nearest whole number) 23

60 Next Steps 2014 Jan 22: Planning Commission Public Hearing Feb 5: Planning Commission Review Feb 19: Planning Commission recommendation Feb-Apr: City Council consideration 24

61 Planning Commission Year in Review 2013 City of Tacoma Planning and Development Services Planning Commission Meeting December 18, 2013 (Communication Item)

62 2013 Accomplishments Planning Commission Top 10 Stories of 2013 ~ not in particular order of importance ~ 2

63 Review of Projects Recreational Marijuana Interim Regulations Temporary Homeless Camps Permit Process Tacoma Waterfront Design Guidelines Open Space Current Use Assessment Prairie Line Trail Update Schuster Corridor Multi-Use Trail Mixed-Use Centers Zoning Code Update Development and Permitting Activity Reports 3

64 Review of Information GROW Tacoma Planning Work Program for Citizen Committees, Boards, and Commissions Review 4

65 Community Involvement Conversation RE: Tacoma (September, October and November 2013) Puget Sound Equity Summit (November 2013) Development Strategy Recommendations for MLK Corridor (Urban Land Institute Presentation, March 7, 2013) Various project meetings 5

66 Education Regional Short Course on Local Planning (February 20, 2013) Planning Commissioners Journal / PlannersWeb.com 6

67 Transportation Transportation Commission Transportation Master Plan Six-Year Comprehensive Transportation Program Tacoma LINK Expansion community meetings Sound Transit Long-Range Plan Update Scoping Meeting (November 18, 2013) 7

68 2013 Annual Amendment Drive-Through Regulations Platting and Subdivision Regulations Sign Regulations Countywide Planning Policies Land Use Designations Transportation Element Adoption and Amendment Procedures Regulatory Code Cleanup 8

69 2014 Annual Amendment Point Ruston Mixed-Use Center Point Defiance Park Development Reg. Agreement Policy Container Port Element Affordable Housing Policy and Code Amendments Urban Forestry Landscaping Code Update Open Space Habitat and Recreation Element Sustainability Code Amendment Mixed-Use Centers Code Review Minor Plan and Code Amendments 9

70 2015 Update Scope of Work Visioning Process Individual Meetings with Commissioners 10

71 Subarea Plans South Downtown Subarea Plan and EIS Hilltop Subarea Plan and EIS North Downtown Subarea Plan and EIS 11

72 And, now on the Planning Commission s Top 10 Stories of 2013 is 12

73 Membership Changes District No. 1 District No. 2 District No. 3 District No. 4 District No. 5 Development Community Environmental Community Public Transportation Position Change in 2013 Architecture, Historic Preservation, and/or Urban Design February July November July July 13

74 Commissioners, Thank You! Planning Services Division Brian Boudet, Manager Ian Munce Stephen Atkinson Elliott Barnett Cheri Gibbons Reuben McKnight Lihuang Wung 14