{"id":1036,"date":"2021-10-06T20:24:17","date_gmt":"2021-10-06T20:24:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/?p=1036"},"modified":"2021-10-06T20:24:17","modified_gmt":"2021-10-06T20:24:17","slug":"development-services-monthly-report-september-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/2021\/10\/06\/development-services-monthly-report-september-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Development Services \u2013 Monthly Report \u2013 September 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>3<sup>rd<\/sup> Quarter Report 2021 \u2013 available lots in subdivisions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Platted-and-Tentative-Lots-List-9_30_21-updated-on-October-5-2021.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"718\" src=\"http:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Platted-and-Tentative-Lots-List-9_30_21-updated-on-October-5-2021-1024x718.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1037\" srcset=\"https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Platted-and-Tentative-Lots-List-9_30_21-updated-on-October-5-2021-1024x718.png 1024w, https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Platted-and-Tentative-Lots-List-9_30_21-updated-on-October-5-2021-300x210.png 300w, https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Platted-and-Tentative-Lots-List-9_30_21-updated-on-October-5-2021-768x539.png 768w, https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Platted-and-Tentative-Lots-List-9_30_21-updated-on-October-5-2021-428x300.png 428w, https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Platted-and-Tentative-Lots-List-9_30_21-updated-on-October-5-2021.png 1092w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Attached is an\u00a0updated\u00a0platted\u00a0and tentative\u00a0platted\u00a0lots\u00a0list through September 30, 2021. We issued 15 single family homes between July and September.\u00a0Jewelberry Meadows (20\u00a0lots) and Jewelberry Ridge (9\u00a0lots) are both installing\u00a0utilities and street improvements. With the approval of Cedar Creek Heights (89\u00a0lots) and Ten Eyck Rim (9\u00a0lots) we will see additional subdivision construction for those two subdivisions in the near future.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning staff is currently reviewing the subdivisions known as Deer Meadows (formerly Bull Run Terrace), Sandy Woods Phase II, and The Bornstedt Views.&nbsp;You will receive the next&nbsp;update&nbsp;in January 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Planning Department items:<\/strong><s><\/s><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Pad Townhomes (21-046 DR):&nbsp; This application for a 10-unit townhouse development on Meinig Avenue has now been deemed complete.&nbsp; This Type III application will be heard at the November 22<sup>nd<\/sup> PC meeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bornstedt Views&nbsp;Subdivision (21-021 SUB\/TREE):&nbsp; Staff review is complete for the application for this 42 lot subdivision between Bornstedt Rd and Averill Parkway south of Cascadia Village. &nbsp;The Planning Commission has scheduled this project to be heard at their regular meeting on October 25<sup>th<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>39480 Kimberly tree removal (21-054 TREE):&nbsp; This request to remove trees at a residence on Kimberly Street has been deemed incomplete.&nbsp; Staff is currently waiting on additional materials from applicant.Wells Fargo lighting upgrades (21-007 DR):&nbsp; This project has been approved with conditions.&nbsp; Final order was issued on September 22<sup>nd<\/sup>.Deer Meadows Subdivision (21-014 SUB\/TREE): &nbsp;On September 27, 2021 the PC held a public hearing on the Deer Meadows Subdivision application, and decided to create an open record period prior to deliberating on the subdivision request at a special meeting scheduled for November 8<sup>th<\/sup>.&nbsp; The first open record period will close on Monday, October 11 at 4 pm. During this period, anyone can submit additional written information for the PC to consider. The second open record period will close on Monday, October 18<sup>th<\/sup> at 4 pm. &nbsp;During the second open record period, parties may only submit information that rebuts or responds to information that was submitted during the first open record period. The third open record period will close on Monday, October 25 at 4 pm. This period is reserved solely for the applicant to submit their final written argument.<br><s><br><\/s>Sandy Woods Phase 2 (21-037 SUB\/VAR\/TREE):&nbsp; This application for a 43 lot subdivision south of Kelso Road is currently under review.&nbsp; This project will be reviewed by the Planning Commission in November.<s><br><br><\/s>Rogue Fabrication design review (21-039 DR):&nbsp; This project is currently on hold at the applicant\u2019s request (not yet ready to proceed).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>City of Sandy Comprehensive Plan Update:&nbsp; Staff is still negotiating the budget and scope of work with 3J and anticipating a kickoff meeting in October, after which work will begin on an existing conditions assessment. &nbsp;This will be the jumping off point for determining the direction of the comp plan. &nbsp;Staff will also be working with 3J to finalize our public engagement strategy to ensure ongoing engagement throughout the life of the project. &nbsp;The consultant team will introduce themselves at the October 4th Planning Commission meeting.<s><\/s><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>OTSD tree removal (21-042 TREE):&nbsp; This request by the Oregon Trail School District to remove trees at Cedar Ridge Middle School has been deemed incomplete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>Kelly\u2019s Kudos:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I want to thank Shelley Denison for her hard work on applying for two grants related to the Comprehensive Plan. &nbsp;The two grants are the Transportation Growth Management (TGM) grant, which is authorized by ODOT and DLCD, and the DLCD Technical Assistance grant. &nbsp;The most recent TGM grant was awarded to the City of Sandy for the Transportation System Plan (TSP) work that is currently underway. &nbsp;The most recent DLCD Technical Assistance grant was awarded to Sandy in the 1990s. &nbsp;Shelley asked for $50,000 in grant funding for each grant. We have been advised by DLCD that there is not much likelihood in being awarded both grants, but we were encouraged to apply for both. &nbsp;Great work Shelley!<br><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Sandlandia-food-carts.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"881\" height=\"572\" src=\"http:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Sandlandia-food-carts.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1039\" srcset=\"https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Sandlandia-food-carts.jpg 881w, https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Sandlandia-food-carts-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Sandlandia-food-carts-768x499.jpg 768w, https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Sandlandia-food-carts-462x300.jpg 462w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 881px) 100vw, 881px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Sandlandia covered structure<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Internal projects<\/strong><\/em><strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Permanent Outdoor Covered Structures grant program:\u00a0 This program was given a status review at the June Ec Dev Committee meeting \u2013 here is the status of the program as of the beginning of July 2021:<br><ul><li>Ria\u2019s\/SFR \u2013 Construction is complete!<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Le Happy \u2013 Construction is complete!<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Sandlandia \u2013 Construction is complete!<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Boring Brewing \u2013 Construction is complete!\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>No Place Saloon \u2013 Construction is in process.<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Tollgate Inn \u2013 This project is proving more difficult than we thought \u2013 one of the specifications that the applicant prefers for this structure (opaque roof) is only available through patio cover specialists, who are <strong>extremely<\/strong> busy right now. \u00a0We may have to re-evaluate this project and go for a more traditional design with electric lighting.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Red-Shed-Public-House.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"http:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Red-Shed-Public-House.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1040\" srcset=\"https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Red-Shed-Public-House.jpg 960w, https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Red-Shed-Public-House-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Red-Shed-Public-House-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/Red-Shed-Public-House-500x281.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Red Shed covered structure<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Covered Structures Round 2:\u00a0 Staff awaits the opening of the application period for the second round of this project on October 11<sup>th<\/sup>.\u00a0 There have been advertisements for this program placed on the City website\u2019s news feed and the City\u2019s official Facebook page.\u00a0 A targeted letter was sent (via USPS to 12 businesses, hand delivered to 3) to qualifying business owners on October 5<sup>th<\/sup> explaining the application process.<\/li><li>Special Service Contract Program (SSCP):\u00a0 Applications were reviewed and approved by a Council subcommittee on September 29<sup>th<\/sup>.\u00a0 2021-2023 will be the last biennial grant period for the SSCP grant \u2013 Council requested to change this program to an annual grant period at their meeting on September 20th.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><s><br><\/s><\/strong><strong>Economic Development items:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><u><br>Econ Devl &#8211; Commercial Properties (vacancies, new businesses, etc.)<\/u><\/em>:<s><br><\/s><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><u>Econ Devl \u2013 Internal Projects<\/u><\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Tenant Improvement project \u2013 Red Shed Public House:\u00a0 This project to install a commercial kitchen hood and fire suppression system is now complete.<\/li><li>Les Schwab:\u00a0 This project is finally underway.\u00a0 Contractors are currently prepping to add the stone wrapping to the base of the building.\u00a0 Stay tuned<\/li><li>Fa\u00e7ade project &#8211; Fun Time RV fencing:\u00a0 Contractors are still pushing dirt on this project.\u00a0 Fence construction will likely be one of the last elements of this project to be constructed, so stay tuned.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/20211006_123338.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"764\" src=\"http:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/20211006_123338-1024x764.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1038\" srcset=\"https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/20211006_123338-1024x764.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/20211006_123338-300x224.jpg 300w, https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/20211006_123338-768x573.jpg 768w, https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/20211006_123338-1536x1146.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/20211006_123338-2048x1528.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/reports.cityofsandy.com\/planning\/files\/2021\/10\/20211006_123338-402x300.jpg 402w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Les Schwab refresh: Project #20-016 FAC <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Downtown maintenance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>AF Downtown Maintenance:&nbsp;<ul><li>Neal Hatley is back: &nbsp;AntFarm\u2019s old Outdoor Programs Manager is back in Sandy and getting AntFarm\u2019s outdoor work crews back on a proper schedule.&nbsp; City staff is very happy about this \u2013 Mr. Hatley is quite good at what he does and has a great relationship with many City departments.<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>4<sup>th<\/sup> and final tranche of downtown maintenance projects is now complete.&nbsp; This work included:&nbsp; planter strip on the N side of the Shell Station (dig out, weed matting, fill with bark dust); weeding at the corner of Pioneer and Scales (old abandoned La Bamba building) and the planter strip full of weeds outside of Barlow Trail Vet Clinic (dig out down 2\u201d, fill with red pumice to match adjacent strips)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Flower baskets:&nbsp; Baskets were removed by our contractor on 10\/1.&nbsp; The baskets did exceptionally well this season for a number of reasons: Our basket contractor really outdid herself this year, AntFarm has found a solid staffer to do the watering, fertilizer and petunia worm insecticide were applied properly, and it was a hot summer to boot.&nbsp; [We got hit by the petunia worm late this year, which is why most of the baskets were without flowers at the end, and will adjust our insecticide application accordingly.]&nbsp; The next couple of weeks will see planters refreshed with winter plantings and lights installed on the street trees downtown in preparation for the holiday season.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em><s><u><br><\/u><\/s><\/em><em><u>Econ Devl \u2013 Economic Development Committee<\/u><\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There was no meeting of the EDAB in September.&nbsp; The next scheduled meeting is on October 6<sup>th<\/sup>, and will feature Community Attributes, Inc giving a presentation about the economic development strategic plans they conducted for the communities of McMinnville and Astoria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><u>Econ Devl \u2013 Conferences\/training<\/u><\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On September 17<sup>th<\/sup>, Emily Meharg and I went to Astoria to take part in an OEDA-sponsored walking tour of the urban renewal district and current projects in their downtown.&nbsp; The creation of a civic space honoring the long history of Asian-Americans in that community, the rehabilitation of a historic downtown theater in partnership with the non-profit owner, and a discussion about the use of urban renewal funds to help Ft. George Brewery purchase and rehab the property and buildings that they currently occupy in downtown Astoria.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>3rd Quarter Report 2021 \u2013 available lots in subdivisions Attached is an\u00a0updated\u00a0platted\u00a0and tentative\u00a0platted\u00a0lots\u00a0list through September 30, 2021. We issued 15 single family homes between July and September.\u00a0Jewelberry Meadows (20\u00a0lots) and Jewelberry Ridge (9\u00a0lots) are both installing\u00a0utilities and street improvements. 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