The Zoning Board of Adjustment met at a scheduled meeting on Thursday, May 15th, 2014 at 2:30 p.m. in the Municipal Court Chambers at City Hall, Shawnee, Oklahoma, Pottawatomie County, pursuant to notice duly posted as prescribed by law. Justin Erickson, Planning Director for the City of Shawnee, presented the staff reports. Staff reports are available upon request.
AGENDA ITEM NO. 1: Roll Call
Upon roll call the following members were present:
Toby Blaylock, Tom Bierd, Joe Freeman and Jim Cooper
A quorum was declared present.
NOTE: Mat Thomas was absent.
AGENDA ITEM NO. 2: Approval of the April 17th, 2014 Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting minutes.
Toby Blaylock made a motion, seconded by Joe Freeman to approve the minutes from the April 17th, 2014 meeting.
AGENDA ITEM NO. 3: Case #Z012-14 – 194 Shawnee Mall Drive,
Shawnee, OK
A public hearing for consideration of the following requested variances:
1. To allow the creation of a lot that does not front on a dedicated public street, as required by Section 604.4 of the Shawnee Zoning Code.
Applicant: Eric J. Abeln for Heights Venture Architects
Chairman Bierd opened for public hearing and asked for the staff report. Justin Erickson presented the staff report and discussed the requested variances in consideration for the applicant.
Mr. Erickson informed the Board that the development would utilize part of the Wal-Mart parking lot. He explained the development would front on a private street although not a public street. He noted that this is not uncommon for this type of situation with a large commercial complex. Mr. Erickson noted that the property met the variance criteria and the development would be of interest to the greater public and asked the Board if they had any questions in regards to the request. Joe Freeman spoke and mentioned he had a couple questions for the applicant. Chairman Tom Bierd asked the applicant, Eric J. Abeln if he was available for questions. Mr. Abeln came forward and introduced himself. Mr. Freeman asked what the extent of the lease with Wal-Mart would entail along with the number of years. Eric Abeln explained that the proposed development would include a lease to purchase contract and it included an access easement to guarantee access. Mr. Freeman had no further questions.
Tom Bierd asked if anyone had any further questions. He asked for a motion. Commissioner Freeman made a motion to approve as described by staff, seconded by Commissioner Blaylock.
AGENDA ITEM NO 5: NEW BUSINESS/PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Justin Erickson reported this meeting was Mr. Blaylock’s last term with the Board. Chairman Bierd was on his second term and the Mayor will be making a decision for the replacement. Mr. Erickson went on to introduce the new staff members for the Planning Department.
AGENDA ITEM NO 6: ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Bierd asked for a motion, Jim Cooper made a motion, seconded by Toby Blaylock to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned.
Thereupon, this shall be a legal decision of the Zoning Board of Adjustment by the authority and power vested by Ordinance.
Chairman/Vice-Chairman
Cheyenne Lincoln
Zoning Board of Adjustment Secretary
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