Garrettsville Planning Commission Minutes
August 2 2007
Public Hearing
The
scheduled Public Hearing was called to order at 7:00 pm with Mayor
The purpose of this
hearing is to consider the following requests:
A formal request for
a Conditional Use Permit was considered for an application by T-Mobile
Communications to co-locate an antenna on the cell tower to be previously
placed on Village property located at
A request for a Conditional Use Permit for the
The
proposed sign may be illuminated on one side, and is 5ft. x 8ft. display on a
42 inch base. This is contrary to
Garrettsville Ordinance 1191.01 (Table) for Public or Semi-Public Use Directory
or Activity Sign, where the maximum height is 5t ft; area is 36 sq. ft. 1191.02
(e) states: Signs for Nonconforming
Businesses, illumination is prohibited.
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission Meeting was called to order by Mayor
Don Harvey,
After the Pledge of Allegiance, Mr. Moser requested a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting; there was no discussion. The minutes of the July 2, 2007, were approved when Jeff Kaiser motioned to approved the minutes and
Don Harvey seconded the motion.
Vote: Ayes – Unanimous
Mr. Aaron Galayde was in attendance to request a Change in
Use for the building located at
Jeff Kaiser motioned and Don Harvey seconded the motion; however, concerns were voiced regarding several issues.
Ms. Jackie Rinearson from the audience questioned any security measures Mr. Galayde intends to implement. Mr. Galayde assured the attendees than any storage regulations which must be followed will be met.
A vote was called, contingent upon the security measures; compliance with Federal guidelines as well as the Fire Chief’s compliances in place, a vote was then taken.
Vote: Ayes – Unanimous
Discussion of the recent Mylar of the property at
Vote: Ayes – Unanimous
Ms. Jackie Rinearson was in attendance to request information to conduct a farmers market, each weekend, at the library village park parking lot from August 18 thru to September 27, 2007. This is contrary to village ordinance 729.02 which prohibits flea markets, open air markets, or auction facility within the Municipality. After discussion, Mrs. Rinearson was advised to bring the matter to the Village Council meeting of August 8, 2007.
Mr. Ron Gainer, the representative for T-Mobile
Communications was not present; however, a discussion commenced to consider the
application by T-Mobile to co-locate an antenna on the cell tower previously
placed on Village property at
Vote: Ayes – Unanimous
Mr. Neil Wallace, the representative for the
The display portion of the proposed sign is 5 ft. x 8 ft., or 40 sq. ft., on a 42 inch base with the capability of being illuminated on one side. This is contrary to the Garrettsville Ordinance 1191.01 (Table) for Public or Semi-Public Use Directory or Activity Sign, where the maximum height is 5 ft.; maximum area is 36 sq. ft. Ordinance 1191.02 (e) also states: Signs for Nonconforming Businesses, illumination is prohibited.
After a discussion of the three variables, excessive height, size, and illumination, a motion was called for the approval of a sign to be placed at the location; contingent upon the ruling of Garrettsville’s Board of Zoning Appeals for the three nonconformances. Jerry Kehoe motioned and Don Harvey Seconded the motion.
Vote: Ayes – Unanimous
A motion was also requested for a waiver of fees for the above sign. Don Harvey motioned and Jerry Kehoe seconded the motion.
Vote: Ayes – Unanimous
The discussion of outdoor boilers throughout the village was
tabled until the next meeting to enable an opportunity to obtain more
information. Mr. Manlove will obtain a
copy of
A discussion regarding the regulation of structures throughout the Village relative to The Ohio Revised Code commenced. The right of the Village to establish ordinances for the regulation, enforcement through injunctions, and priority through the courts were highlighted. A responsible officer in charge of enforcement, with respect to any past complaints would be needed as the village progresses, such as a housing or building officer vs. a safety officer was discussed. Issues such as health and safety maintenance were also highlighted.
Mayor Moser acknowledged, with respect to The Ohio Revised Code, the Village has the right to establish ordinances for the regulation of buildings with respect to complaints etc.; enforcement must be in place. Money and time would be the large inhibiting factor. Commercial vs. residential properties may be addressed, with commercial and multifamily properties addressed first; then residential. The difficulty of enforcement was recognized; however, the right to create the ordinances along with the enforcement was agreed.
The conversation of Mr. Manlove with the Neighborhood Development Services, instrumental in the construction of the Boardwalk, was discussed as having $80,000. to $90,000. in funds from the Ohio Department of Development for Village wide development, with 0% interest. It was agreed that consideration would be in order to create a proposal for financial assistance to village property owners using the above funds for structural improvements, and the enforcement of possible ordinances in place for the regulation of the maintenance of structures throughout the Village.
Information was distributed by the Zoning Inspector, supplied by Arcadis, regarding their review of the storm water report, site improvement plans, water and sanitary sewer improvements for the Garrettsville Sports Complex.
The lack of a submitted site plan and Change in Use
application was recognized from Mr. Rob Warren with regards to his new fencing
business at
Councilperson, Karen Clyde, from the audience, stated the number of Design Review Board members should be adjusted from 7 to 5 members in view of the two current vacancies. Mr. Moser stated the Board now has Mrs. Connie Knop as a welcomed candidate, and a valuable contributor. Mr. Moser stated if Council were to vote to reduce the Design Review Board membership from 7 to 5 members, he prefer 6 members maintained to include Mrs. Knop until the time one member resigns, and then maintain the 5 members.
A call for adjournment was placed. Don Harvey motioned for an adjournment and Jerry Kehoe seconded the motion.
Vote: Ayes – Unanimous