City Council Minutes 2005 06 20 SP

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City Council/Planning Commission Special Meeting Minutes June 20, 2005 Page 6 of 9 Mayor Sisk stated there is an opportunity to develop a work/live in community. The Planning Commission has recommended residential development in the North area of Louisville. Council member Van Pelt voiced her confusion with the destination venue and residential development in the north area of Louisville. She asked how the mixed-use component would be implemented. Chairperson Lipton stated the mixed use component could be implemented by Special Review Use or approval of a general development plan and rezoning. He stated it would be on a case-by-case basis. Planning Director Wood explained that Chapter One outlines the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan, and has a perception of accuracy. He noted the citizens of Louisville wanted some certainty on the land uses, therefore specific numbers were discussed, but specific numbers would not be included in the plan. One of the driving principles of the document was to establish a balance of land uses that are fiscally responsible to the City of Louisville. He emphasized the Comprehensive Plan is strictly an advisory document. Mayor Sisk opened the public hearing. Mayor Sisk addressed Area - 7, the Intersection of McCaslin Blvd. and South Boulder Road. He stated his understanding that the area west of McCaslin was to remain open space, with low density development to the east. He noted one of the properties is encumbered and questioned whether the City would be at risk to bailout a developer. Chairperson Lipton stated the area to the west would have 2 building sites, and the east side would have 14-15. The homes would be of medium density. Council member Van Pelt recused herself from all discussions relative to Area 7. With respect to Area - 7, Commissioner Deborski commented that with any developments there are risks. He did not favor bailing out any developments or developers. Council member Brown stated there is an opportunity for residential development at the intersection of South Boulder Road and McCaslin Boulevard for medium density homes and stressed the need for senior housing. Planning Director Wood explained the area is proposed for Urban Estate, which has land use flexibility. Commissioner Deborski stated there was discussion relative to patio homes at that intersection, but there are some egress issues for a medium density development, and therefore, the Urban Estate zoning was discussed.