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Unified Development Ordinance Advisory Committee Packet 2021 06-18-21 - revised UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE AGENDA Friday, June 18, 2021 6:00 PM Yorkville City Hall Conference Room 800 Game Farm Road Meeting Called to Order: 6:00 p.m. Roll Call: Establishment of Quorum Previous meeting minutes: April 21, 2020 Citizen’s Comments: 1. Reintroduction to the Project & New Process Timeline 2. City Staff Overview of Materials 3. Consultant Houseal Lavigne Review of Materials 4. Committee Comments and Questions 5. Project Schedule, Next Steps, and Future Meeting Dates 6. Adjournment United City of Yorkville 800 Game Farm Road Yorkville, Illinois 60560 Telephone: 630-553-4350 www.yorkville.il.us REVISED 06-10-21 @ 4:30 PM Meeting day corrected to Friday, June 18, 2021 UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE AGENDA Tuesday, June 18, 2021 6:00 PM Yorkville City Hall Conference Room 800 Game Farm Road Meeting Called to Order: 6:00 p.m. Roll Call: Establishment of Quorum Previous meeting minutes: April 21, 2020 Citizen’s Comments: 1. Reintroduction to the Project & New Process Timeline 2. City Staff Overview of Materials 3. Consultant Houseal Lavigne Review of Materials 4. Committee Comments and Questions 5. Project Schedule, Next Steps, and Future Meeting Dates 6. Adjournment United City of Yorkville 800 Game Farm Road Yorkville, Illinois 60560 Telephone: 630-553-4350 www.yorkville.il.us Page 1 of 2 DRAFT UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING Tuesday, April 21, 2020 7:00pm Council Chambers 800 Game Farm Road, Yorkville, Il The meeting was called to order at 7:00pm by Chairman Chris Funkhouser and a quorum was established. Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, this meeting was held with most of the committee members attending remotely. Introductions Roll Call The following answered present from their remote locations: Chris Funkhouser, Chairman/Alderman Daniel Transier, Alderman David Schultz, Engineer-HR Green Mike Torrence, BKFD Deborah Horaz, PZC Committee Jeff Olson, PZC Chairman Reagan Goins, Attorney Absent: Billie McCue, Developer Others Present: Krysti Barksdale-Noble, Community Development Director Jason Engberg, Senior Planner Nick Davis, Hauseal Lavigne/remote attendance Jackie Wells, Hauseal Lavigne/remote attendance Mr. Davis thanked everyone for attending and briefly outlined the material to be covered at this meeting including the Zoning District Standards memorandum and Chapter 3 Review of Zoning District Standards. Previous Meeting Minutes June 13, 2019 and November 14, 2019 The minutes for November 14, 2019 were approved on a motion by Mr. Torrence and second by Ms. Horaz with voice vote approval. The June 13, 2019 minutes were approved on a motion by Mr. Torrence and second by Ms. Goins with a voice vote approval. Page 2 of 2 Citizens Comments None 1. Consultant Houseal Lavigne Review of Materials a. Zoning District Standards Memorandum Ms. Wells began the discussion for the proposed changes to the city zoning district, zoning map and permitted uses outlined in the memo. The consultants proposed the 16 zoning districts be reduced to 12. They also recommended underlying zoning be established for each PUD, which would still be governed by their PUD ordinances. It was also recommended to combine one small neighborhood of the R1 district with the R2 district. Ms. Wells reviewed the B1, B2, proposed B3, M1 and M2 districts with a proposal to combine M1 and M2. A new district, PI, was suggested for Public and Institutional. b. & c. Chapter 3: Zoning District Standards (redline and clean) Questions on the draft of the code were entertained. Chairman Funkhouser inquired about the proposed townhomes in the Kendall Marketplace. He asked if this development was consistent with other townhomes in regards to single family homes on the north side of the property and townhomes on the south side. There was a brief discussion. Ms. Wells continued and said zoning districts were established and legalese was eliminated. No major revisions were made to maps and she reviewed the revisions made to each section. She recommended density language be eliminated. Some manufacturing districts were combined and some standards eliminated. There was some discussion of R1 and R2 regarding not all minimum requirements being met. The minimum density in R2 at 10,000 sq. ft. is about 4 dwelling units per acre. In R3 there is a minimum size of 18,000 sq. ft. for each duplex unit or 9,000 sq. ft. per dwelling unit. Ms. Wells said the density number will be eliminated and lot size would be used. Chairman Funkhouser said he wants to maintain the flexibility with the multi-family housing. The consultants will work with staff on this issue. Committee Comments and Questions Ms. Noble commented on lot size and a possible reduction of the square feet to 8,000-10,000 for R2. She asked if that would be presented to the committee later. Mr. Olson said he would be interested in such a discussion especially when Mr. McCue is present. A suggestion was also made to possibly create a new district between R2 and R3. This will be discussed more at a later time. Mr. Olson asked if the different 'use' categories will be linked to definitions. It was noted the definitions will be included in one chapter of the ordinance. Ms. Noble said it would be helpful to have a visual for lots vs. units in regards to density. Project Schedule and Next Steps Mr. Davis said the next steps are to work with staff on adjustments, revisions for Blackberry Shore Lane and insure the densities for multi-family housing are flexible. Staff also highlighted definitions that need extra work. Any additional comments or questions can be sent to Mr. Engberg. The consultants will be working on general development and drafts of design standards. Adjournment: There was no further business and the meeting adjourned at 7:46pm. Transcribed from digital recording, Minutes respectfully submitted by Marlys Young, Minute Taker SUMMARY: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Yorkville’s Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) project was put on a one-year pause from May 2020 to May 2021. Prior to the project’s hiatus, the UDO Advisory Committee met three previous times to discuss the project and review materials from the City’s consultant Houseal Lavigne. The materials included a project overview, diagnostic memo on the City’s current code, and a review of Chapter 3 revisions. The comments and insights given at these meetings help in forming a code that is fit for Yorkville. This meeting is to reconnect with the Advisory Committee and seek feedback on any of the previous materials. Houseal Lavigne is working on the next steps of the project but due to the large gap in the timeline, staff felt it best to reconvene and review the previous materials. The pandemic has changed how some parts of development are viewed and where it may be going into the future. This meeting will help guide the consultant if there needs to be any changes to previous materials. DISCUSSION TOPICS: The previous meeting was held on April 21, 2020 and it was at the beginning of the City’s usage of remote meetings. While the materials were covered at that meeting, the atmosphere for discussion was not ideal. Therefore, staff is recommending that the advisory committee consider the following topics in preparation for the June 18, 2021 meeting: • Residential Lot Size – at a previous meeting, it was recommended that the City reduce the lot size for the R-2 District from 12,000 square feet to 10,000 square feet. This helps reduce non- conforming lots and incentivizes more outright permitted development. To improve housing types and affordability within the City, should this be reduced to 8,000 square feet or should a new district be created to accommodate smaller lots? • Houseal Lavigne have proposed combining some zoning districts including the M-1 and M-2 districts, OS-1 and OS-2 districts, and creating a Public Institutional district. Do you believe that this will make our code more streamlined and efficient? Do you have any reservations about combining any districts? • In Table 3-9 “Maximum Density” has been removed from the table to improve the possibility for more outright permitted development. Do you believe the bulk regulations in the table and other parts of the code mitigate any negative effects of more potential density? • There are several uses being removed and categorized under broader terms (i.e. retail, services) as well as new uses being added (data center). Do you agree with the changes and are there any new uses that should be added to the table? Memorandum To: Unified Development Ordinance Advisory Committee From: Jason Engberg, Senior Planner CC: Bart Olson, City Administrator Krysti J. Barksdale-Noble, Community Development Director Date: June 7, 2021 Subject: Unified Development Ordinance – Project Resumption ATTACHMENTS: 1. HL Non-Conformities Analysis 2. HL Zoning Districts Standards Memo 3. Chapter 3 – Zoning District Standards (redline and clean) 4. Updated Project Schedule Date: January 17, 2020 SENT VIA EMAIL To: Krysti Barksdale-Noble, Community Development Director Jason Engberg, Senior Planner United City of Yorkville, IL From: Nik Davis, AICP Jackie Wells, AICP Re: Nonconformities Analysis Results and Recommendations This memorandum is delivered in support of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) project for the United City of Yorkville. It presents the results of the nonconformities analysis performed in support of the development of UDO Chapter 3: Zoning District Standards. A nonconformities analysis compares the minimum lot area and lot width requirements established in a zoning code with existing development within those districts. The analysis provides insight on how regulations can be right-sized to minimize nonconforming lots, easing the burden on residents as they look to reinvest in their property and on staff and elected/appointed officials as they review and consider variance requests. In Yorkville, the nonconformities analysis was performed for all the single-family detached parcels in the R1 and R2 Districts. The parcels that were not included in the analysis are detailed on the attached “Noncontributing Parcels” map. A nonconformities analysis was not conducted on the City’s R2d, R3, or R4 Districts due to the varying dimensional requirements for the different types of housing that are permitted in those areas. United City of Yorkville Unified Development Ordinance Houseal Lavigne 1/17/20 Nonconformities Analysis Review and Recommendations Memo Page 2 R1 District The R1 District is Yorkville’s lowest density single-family detached zoning district with a minimum lot area requirement of 18,000 square feet and minimum lot width requirement of 100 feet. The nonconformities analysis revealed that 220 of the 264 total lots, or 83 percent, are less than the minimum lot area requirement and therefore nonconforming; and 174 lots, or 72 percent, are less than the minimum lot width requirements and therefore nonconforming. To understand what minimums would be most appropriate for the district, alternative minimums were tested. The results of that test are included in the tables below and illustrated in the attached maps. Alternative Lot Area Minimum Number of Nonconforming Parcels Percent of Nonconforming Parcels 16,000 square feet 198 75% 14,000 square feet 160 61% 12,000 square feet 56 22% 11,000 square feet 32 12% Alternative Lot Width Minimum Number of Nonconforming Parcels Percent of Nonconforming Parcels 90 feet 174 66% 80 feet 92 35% 70 feet 57 22% The analysis revealed that a more appropriate lot area minimum is 12,000 or 11,000 square feet and that a more fitting lot width minimum is 70 feet. The analysis also revealed that there is a neighborhood near Hiding Spot Park that is comprised of lots that are significantly smaller than the other lots in the R1 district. To eliminate the nonconformities related to these parcels, it is recommended that the City rezone them to the R2 District. To better understand whether 12,000 square feet or 11,000 square feet is the more suitable lot area minimum, both alternatives were tested to see if they create any new opportunities for subdivision. New opportunities for subdivision include those lots that are two times greater than the alternative lot area and lot width minimums but are less than two times greater than the existing lot area and lot width minimums. This analysis revealed that only three new opportunities for subdivision would be created by the 12,000 and 11,000 square foot lot area minimums and 70-foot lot width minimum. Based on this analysis, it is recommended that Yorkville revise the lot area minimum for the R1 District to 12,000 square feet. A 12,000 square foot lot area minimum will eliminate 61 percent of the existing lot area nonconformities and establish a standard for any new development in the district that is more typical and easier to develop than an 11,000 square foot lot area. Additionally, it is recommended that Yorkville revise its lot width minimum for the R1 District to 70 feet. United City of Yorkville Unified Development Ordinance Houseal Lavigne 1/17/20 Nonconformities Analysis Review and Recommendations Memo Page 3 R2 District The R2 District is Yorkville’s highest density single-family detached zoning district with a minimum lot area requirement of 12,000 square feet and minimum lot width requirement of 80 feet. The nonconformities analysis revealed that 1,994 of the 6,358 total lots, or 31 percent, are less than the minimum lot width requirement and therefore nonconforming; and 2,651 lots, or 42 percent, are less than the minimum lot area requirements and therefore nonconforming. To understand what minimums would be most appropriate for the district, alternative minimums were tested. The results of that test are included in the tables below and illustrated in the attached maps. Alternative Lot Area Minimum Number of Nonconforming Parcels Percent of Nonconforming Parcels 10,000 square feet 796 13% 8,000 square feet 442 7% Alternative Lot Width Minimum Number of Nonconforming Parcels Percent of Nonconforming Parcels 70 feet 1,469 23% 60 feet 1,042 17% The analysis revealed that a more appropriate lot area minimum is 10,000 square feet since it will eliminate 18 percent of the existing nonconformities and only allow for development that is in keeping with the character of the community. The analysis also revealed that a more fitting lot width minimum is either 70 feet or 60 feet. To better understand whether 70 feet or 60 feet is the more suitable lot width minimum, both alternatives were tested to see if they created any new opportunities for subdivision. New opportunities for subdivision include those lots that are two times greater than the alternative lot area and lot width minimums but are less than two times greater than the existing lot area and lot width minimums. This analysis revealed that the 10,000 square foot lot area minimum and 70-foot lot width minimum would create only six new opportunities for subdivision while the same lot area minimum and 60-foot lot width minimum would create 23. Based on this analysis, it is recommended that Yorkville revise the lot area minimum for the R2 District to 10,000 square feet and revise its lot width minimum to 70 feet. Date: March 24, 2020 SENT VIA EMAIL To: Krysti Barksdale-Noble, Community Development Director Jason Engberg, Senior Planner United City of Yorkville, IL From: Nik Davis, AICP Jackie Wells, AICP Re: Draft Zoning District Standards The purpose of this memorandum is to provide an update on the status of the United City of Yorkville’s Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) project. Included is a narrative description of the revisions which have been proposed to Chapter Three – Zoning District Standards and the Zoning Map. Proposed Revisions to Chapter Three – Zoning District Standards Based on previous discussions with staff and the Steering Committee, the recommendations included in the Diagnostic Memo, and the nonconformities analysis, it is recommended that the City’s sixteen zoning districts be reduced to twelve. It is proposed that the E-1 Estate Residential, B-4 Service Business District, O Office District, M-2 General Manufacturing District, and OS-2 Active Recreation District be eliminated since they are underutilized or can be accommodated by other zoning districts. Further detail on how parcels included in a district proposed to be eliminated will be rezoned is included below in the Proposed Revisions to the Zoning Map section. It is proposed that the City repurpose its B-2 Retail Commerce Business District for a Mixed-Use District. The properties currently designated as B-2 are nearly indistinguishable from properties designated as B-1 or B-3, making it redundant and unnecessary. Transitioning the B-2 District to accommodate mixed-use development will help to align the UDO with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan. It is also proposed that the City establish the PI Public Institutional District to better accommodate institutional and civic uses throughout the community. United City of Yorkville Unified Development Ordinance Houseal Lavigne 3/24/2020 Draft Zoning District Standards Support Memo Page 2 The Bulk and Dimensional Standards Table, found in Section 3-9, has been updated to reflect the changes to the lot area and lot width requirements of the R-1 and R-2 Districts as proposed in the January 17, 2020 Nonconformities Analysis Results and Recommendations Memo and as discussed with City staff. Further, it is recommended that the City eliminate the Transitional Yard requirement from the Bulk and Dimensional Standards table and instead regulate this area in the landscaping requirements section of the upcoming Chapter 5: Development Standards. The Permitted and Special Uses Table, found in Section 3-10, has been updated to include new uses such as accessory dwelling units (Dwelling, Secondary) and Adult Use Cannabis related uses. The former is listed as a special use in all residential zoning districts and the latter as a special use in the B- 3 and M Districts. Proposed Revisions to the Zoning Map To support the proposed revisions to the City’s zoning districts, the following zoning map revisions are recommended. A diagram illustrating the proposed revisions is included at the end of this section. Proposed R-1 District As shown on the attached “Proposed R-1 District” map, it is recommended that the R-1 Single-Unit Suburban Residence District include the majority of the existing R-1 designated parcels as well as select E-1 and PUD parcels that have been designated by the City as suburban residential in its Future Land Use Map or designated as estate / conservation residential in the Future Land Use Map and are in proximity to other R-1 designated parcels. Proposed R-2 District As shown on the attached “Proposed R-2 District” map, it is recommended that the R-2 Single-Unit Traditional Residence District include the majority of existing R-2 designated parcels as well as select E-1 and PUD parcels that have been designated by the City as traditional residential in its Future Land Use Map or designated as estate / conservation residential in the Future Land Use Map and are in proximity to other R-2 designated parcels. Additionally it is recommended that the R-1 District designated neighborhood near Hiding Spot Park that is comprised of lots that are significantly smaller than the other lots in the R-1 district be rezoned to the R-2 District to minimize nonconformities in the area. Proposed B-1 District As shown on the attached “Proposed B-1 District” map, it is recommended that the B-1 Local Business District include the majority of existing B-1 designated parcels as well as select B-2 and O District designated parcels that are located in close proximity of residential neighborhoods and are of a scale and intensity most appropriate for neighborhood oriented businesses. United City of Yorkville Unified Development Ordinance Houseal Lavigne 3/24/2020 Draft Zoning District Standards Support Memo Page 3 Proposed B-2 District As shown on the attached “Proposed B-2 District” map, it is recommended that the B-2 Mixed Use District include those parcels that comprise the Downtown Yorkville overlay district as well as the PUD District designated parcel identified in the Future Land Use Map for transit oriented development. Proposed B-3 District As shown on the attached “Proposed B-3 District” map, it is recommended that the B-3 General Business District include the majority of existing B-3 designated parcels as well as select B-2 and PUD District designated parcels that are located along major roadways and are of a scale and intensity most appropriate for regional serving retail uses. Proposed M District As shown on the attached “Proposed M District” map, it is recommended that the M Manufacturing District include existing M-1 designated parcels all M-2 District designated parcels and the PUD District designated parcels that are identified in the Future Land Use map for general industrial uses. Proposed OS District As shown on the attached “Proposed OS District” map, it is recommended that the OS Open Space District include all OS-1 District, OS-2 District, and Forest Preserve designated parcels. Additionally, it is recommended that the PUD District designated parcels that are identified in the Future Land Use map for parks and open space be included in the OS District. Proposed PI District As shown in the attached “Proposed PSP District” map, it is recommended that the PI Public Institutional District include parcels identified in the Future Land Use map for institutional use as well as the parcels associated with the Rush Copley Hospital. United City of Yorkville Unified Development Ordinance Houseal Lavigne 3/24/2020 Draft Zoning District Standards Support Memo Page 4 Bridge StRoute 71 Corneils Rd Sc h o olh o useRdRoute47E Veter a n s P k w y Route 30 Proposed Zoning Designation A-1 Agricultural District OS Open Space District R-1 Single-Unit Suburban Residence District R-2 Single-Unit Traditional Residence District R-2D Duplex, Two-Unit Attached Residence District R-3 Multi-Unit Attached Residence District R-4 General Multi-Unit District B-1 Local Business District B-2 Mixed Use District B-3 General Business District M Manufacturing District PI Public Institutional District Proposed Zoning Map United City of Yorkville Number of Parcels Proposed to be Rezoned R-1: 57 R-2: 78 B-1: 17 B-2: 80 B-3: 106 M: 9 PSP: 42 OS: 31 Total: 420 (4.43%) Fox River Bridge StRoute 71 Corneils Rd Sc h o olh o useRdRoute47 E Veter a n s P k w y Route 30 Existing Zoning Designation E-1 Estate Residence District R-1 Single-Family Detached Suburban Residence District Planned Unit Development District Proposed R-1 District Parcels shown in colors shown in the legend comprise those proposed to be included in the R-1 District. Bridge StRoute 71 Corneils Rd Sc h o olh o useRdRoute47 E Veter a n s P k w y Route 30 Existing Zoning Designation E-1 Estate Residence District R-1 Single-Family Suburban Residence District R-2 Single-Family Traditional Residence District Planned Unit Development District Proposed R-2 District Parcels shown in colors shown in the legend comprise those proposed to be included in the R-2 District. Bridge StRoute 71 Corneils Rd Sc h o olh o useRdRoute47 E Veter a n s P k w y Route 30 Existing Zoning Designation B-1 Local Business District B-2 Retail Commercial District O Office District Proposed B-1 District Parcels shown in colors shown in the legend comprise those proposed to be included in the B-1 District. Bridge StRoute 71 Corneils Rd Sc h o olh o useRdRoute47 E Veter a n s P k w y Route 30 Existing Zoning Designation OS-1 Passive Open Space District OS-2 Active Open Space District R-2 Single-Family Traditional Residence District R-3 Multifamily Attached Residence District R-4 General Multifamily Residence District B-1 Local Business District B-2 Retail Commerce Business District B-3 General Business District M-1 Limited Manufacturing District Planned Unit Development District Proposed B-2 District Parcels shown in colors shown in the legend comprise those proposed to be included in the B-2 District. Bridge StRoute 71 Corneils Rd Sc h o olh o useRdRoute47 E Veter a n s P k w y Route 30 Existing Zoning Designation B-2 Retail Commerce Business District B-3 General Business District Planned Unit Development District Proposed B-3 District Parcels shown in colors shown in the legend comprise those proposed to be included in the B-3 District. Bridge StRoute 71 Corneils Rd Sc h o olh o useRdRoute47 E Veter a n s P k w y Route 30 Existing Zoning Designation M-1 Limited Manufacturing District M-2 General Manufacturing District Planned Unit Development District Proposed M District Parcels shown in colors shown in the legend comprise those proposed to be included in the M District. Bridge StRoute 71 Corneils Rd Sc h o olh o useRdRoute47 E Veter a n s P k w y Route 30 Existing Zoning Designation A-1 Agricultural District B-1 Local Business District M-1 Limited Manufacturing District O Office District Planned Unit Development District R-1 Single-Family Detached Suburban Residence District R-2 Single-Family Traditional Residence District R-3 Multi-Family Attached Residence District Proposed PI District Parcels shown in colors shown in the legend comprise those proposed to be included in the PI District. Bridge StRoute 71 Corneils Rd Sc h o olh o useRdRoute47 E Veter a n s P k w y Route 30 Existing Zoning Designation OS-1 Passive Open Space District OS-2 Active Open Space District Forest Preserve Planned Unit Development District Proposed OS District Parcels shown in colors shown in the legend comprise those proposed to be included in the OS District. Commented [JW1]: Commented [JW2]: 2019 Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov 2019 Dec 2020 Jan Feb Mar 2021 Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 2022 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug 1 Step 1: Project Initiation and Outreach ADOPTION PERIOD 1A Project Initiation – Staff Meeting & Review of Preliminarily Issues 1B Plan Commission Workshop 1C Residential Areas Zoning Workshop 1D Commercial and Industrial Areas Zoning Workshop 1E Subdivision Ordinance Focus Group 1F Project Website (optional) 1G map.social (Online Map-Based Engagement Platform)(optional) 2 Step 2: Technical Analysis & Best Practices 2A Assessment of Existing Land Use Regulations 2B “Best Practices” Research and Assessment 2C Form-based Code Applicability Analysis 2D City Staff Working Session 2E PC Meeting 3 Step 3: Draft District Standards and Concepts 3A Draft Residential and Agricultural District Standards 3B Draft Commercial and Industrial District Standards 3C Special District Standards (OS, PUD, Downtown Overlay) 3D Proposed Zoning Districts Map 3E Staff Review Meeting 3F PC Meeting 4 Step 4: General Development Standards 4A Preliminary Amendments for Parking, Landscaping, Development Standards 4B Staff Review Meeting 5 Step 5: Draft Subdivision Design/Improvements 5A Review of Subdivision Code for Compatibility and Best Practices 5B Draft Modified Subdivision Design/Improvement Regulations 5C Staff Review Meeting 5D PC Meeting 6 Step 6: Administrative & Procedural Standards 6A Draft Administrative, Applications, Approval, and Procedures 6B Staff Review Meeting 6C PC Meeting 7 Step 7: Draft & Final UDO 7A Draft UDO Ordinance 7B Staff Review and Meeting 7C PC Meeting 7D Revised UDO & Final Legal Review 7E Public Hearing 7F City Board Presentation and Adoption 8 Step 8: Web-based “Smart Code” Integration 8A enCodePlus Software Integration UDO PROJECT SCHEDULE Unified City of Yorkville UDO | Houseal Lavigne | Updated February 2021 Unified City of Yorkville requested project be put on hold Feb 26, 2020 Project restarted June 2021 Denotes meetings to be conducted by Project Team.Denotes events to be held by the Project Team.Denotes products to be delivered by the Project