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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes November 14, 2024 Page 2 of 4 Staff Presentation: Cline -Gibson introduced the presentation for the minor subdivision modification. She explained why a PUD was not needed for this application, and spoke about the location and surroundings of the proposed location. The property was in the Miners Field neighborhood, in the R-M zoning district, and within the Old Town Overlay. She also explained the proposed lot sizes and dimensions, and all the requested modifications from the Louisville Municipal Code (LMC). Staff found that the application met all requirements of the LMC, and was consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and Highway 42 Framework Plan. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommended approval of Resolution 12, Series 2024 with no conditions. Commissioner Questions of Staff. Choi asked about the length of Park Street as was shown on the zoning map. Cline -Gibson said that this was likely from an outdated map. Moline asked to clarify whether the alleyway adjacent to lot 3 had been vacated. Cline -Gibson clarified that this was the only part of Park Street that had been vacated. Mihaly asked if there were concerns about emergency vehicle access. Cline -Gibson said that the fire district had reviewed the plan and had not raised any concerns. Hunt asked what the address of the new units would be. Cline -Gibson said that this would be determined during the permitting process. Choi asked if there were any height restrictions for this lot. Cline -Gibson said that a 27 foot height limit for primary structures would apply as the lot was within the Old Town Overlay District. Choi asked if this height limit played into the conceptual imagery requested by staff. Cline -Gibson said that the focus of staff was on lot coverage and setbacks, but that the development would have to comply with height limit. Applicant Presentation: Michael Reis, resident, was part of the ownership group. He explained why Park Street had been vacated historically, and said they anticipated the units having Park Street addresses. He explained the history of the existing house and of the lot, and noted the lack of redevelopment and private development in the neighborhood. Eric Hartronft, resident, architect, agreed with Reis' desire to build additional smaller, affordable housing units for the City. He suggested that the existing zoning code was no longer fit for purpose, and added that he hoped to set a precedents for a better zoning code in the future. He also said that if the subdivision were not approved, their alternative was to build a condo or apartment building.