Title
Rawles Open Space Neighborhood Master Plan
(Legislative Matter)
Body
From:
Peter Wysocki, Planning and Development Director, Planning and Development Department
Summary:
CPC MP 14-00059
This is a request for approval of a land use master plan prepared by a neighborhood group. The boundaries of the Rawles Open Space Neighborhood Master Plan include both sides of Mesa Road, south of 19th Street and north of Terrace Road. The area consists of approximately 73 acres and includes 33 parcels, with two parcels designated as open space. This is one of only three master plans prepared by a neighborhood group; the others being the North End and the Boulder Park neighborhood master plans, both approved in the early 1990's.
Previous Council Action:
In February, 2013 the City Council authorized the neighborhood group to submit a master plan for their neighborhood. This item came before the Council as a result of an appeal by the neighborhood of the Planning Commission's denial in January, 2013 of the neighborhood's request for authorization for the submittal of a master plan.
Background:
The master plan provides a historical perspective of the development of the area and its current characteristics. Two significant recommendations in the proposed plan are applicable for future development:
1. The land use shall remain single-family residential at a density of 0 to 1 dwelling unit per acre. This designation is consistent with the existing R/HS (Estate Single-Family Residential with Hillside Overlay) zone.
2. The existing rural character of Mesa Road shall be maintained while recognizing its designation and function as a minor arterial.
Financial Implications:
Not applicable
Board/Commission Recommendation:
At their January, 2015 meeting the Planning Commission recommended approval of the master plan by a vote of 7-1 subject to three revisions to the master plan. The neighborhood group has submitted a revised master ...
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