January 2018
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT 2017 ANNUAL REPORT
Adopted in March 2017, the Comprehensive Plan provides a roadmap for the future of the City.
Hutchinson is an appealing and unique community with a robust economy; attractive housing; safe and beautiful neighborhoods; and active, healthy and educated residents working toward the common goal of Hutchinson as “The Jewel of the Plains”.
Planning & Zoning Key accomplishments for 2017 include:
Housing & Neighborhoods Top accomplishments in 2017 were:
Historic Preservation Primary accomplishments historic preservation were:
Completion of the 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan Adoption of an A-I Zoning District to support development of the Airport
• Installed sign toppers in the SW Bricktown Neighborhood • Launched two Housing Programs for Feature Neighborhoods
• Completion of the 2016 Historic Preservation Action Plan • Installed the Historic Preservation Cost Calculator tool
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See the full report on pages 3-5.
2017 Annual Report
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January 2018
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY During 2017, the Planning & Development Department continued to make progress on City Council priorities, as well as on several strategies identified in the Comprehensive Plan, including: Fully implemented CitizenServe software allowing for citizens to apply for Planning & Development permits online and pay with their credit card Completed the 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan, which was adopted by City Council in March 2017 Launched the Historic Preservation Cost Comparison tool Launched two pilot Housing Programs for the City’s feature neighborhoods and the Houston Whiteside Historic District Completed implementation of the 2016 Historic Preservation Action Plan Began an Infill Implementation Plan to incorporate the recommendations of the Infill Study into the City’s regulations (June 2018 anticipated completion) Amended the City’s Zoning Regulations to include an A-I (Airport Industrial Mixed Use) Zoning District to allow for development of the Airport Installed Sign Toppers in the SW Bricktown Neighborhood
2018 WORK PLAN Adopt new sign regulations for compliance with federal rulings and beautification of the Community (adopted January 16, 2018) Adopt an Infill Residential Zoning District (R-6) (FS.1.7.a.2.) and associated infill regulations (S.2.1.b.1.) Prepare a new Housing Assessment Tool, in anticipation of a 2019 CDBG application Revise the City’s Zoning Regulations to reduce the number or uses and streamline the development process (S.1.7.a.1 & S.1.7.a.2) Prepare a new Historic Preservation Action Plan (S.1.1.a.1) Work with Reno County to establish extraterritorial or shared jurisdiction (S.1.7.b.1.) First Impression Survey (S.2.3.a.1.) Conduct educational seminars for Downtown historic property owners (S.1.2.a.3.) Modify landscaping regulations (S.1.4.c.4. & S.1.7.a.4.) Map City Neighborhood boundaries (S.2.1.c.1.)
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Planning and Zoning Development activity has slowed over the course of the past two years. A summary of the number of applications processed and other projects related to Planning and Zoning is included below.
Project Name and Report CitizenServe Implementation
In November 2017, the Planning & Development Department went live with all CitizenServe modules. Now, residents can apply for planning permits (including fence and sign permits) from the comfort of their homes using a credit or debit card. Beginning January 1, 2018, all planning case and permit files are digital.
Miscellaneous Reviews
The graph at right provides a summary of miscellaneous planning & development activity for 2017.
The following Planning applications were processed during 2017: Conditional Use Permits
Planning Cases
1. Car Wash, 2601 N Main St 2. Miniature Golf Off-Site Parking, 0 N Lorraine 3. Mall Billboard Sign, 0 E 17th Ave 4. Ideatek Billboard Sign, 1330 E 17th Ave 5. Salthawk Athletic Field Lighting, 712 E 23rd Ave 6. Don Michael Field Lighting, 810 E 13th Ave
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Project Name and Report Site Plans 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Paved Parking Lot, 2808 N Main St Hutch Rentals, 1509 N Lorraine St 4 Seasons Truck Wash Parking Area, 1701 E Blanchard Ave Superior Boiler Works Paved Parking Lot, 3524 E 4th Ave Disability Supports Clayworks, 2319 N Waldron St Dairie King, 1524 E 4th Ave Red Barn Reflections, 2801 Dillon Ave Laundromat, 1320 N Lorraine St Paved Parking Lot, 2020 N Waldron St Hobart-Detter Maintenance Bldg & Locker Rooms, 0 Emerson Loop 11. Hutchinson Strip Center, PH 2, 1441 E 30th Ave 12. The Links, 0 W Sherman Ave
Special Use Permits 1.
Replace Electronic Message Center Sign, 1300 N Plum St
Planning Cases (continued) Subdivisions 1. 2. 3.
Commerce Gardens Addition Mattison Addition Prairie Dunes II
Variances 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
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Queen Parking Variance, 1723 E 4th Ave Davis Parking Variance, 2808 N Main St Davis Setback Variance, 2808 N Main St Beals Setback Variance, 2600 Nevada St Richman Driveway & Parking Surfacing Variance, 2801 Dillon Ave Engelland Setback Variance, 0 Pama Lou Ave Manske Landscape Variance, 0 W Sherman Ave USD #308 Illumination Variance, 712 E 23rd Ave
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Rezones
Zoning Amendments (Rezones)
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1328 W 12th St 1100 N Airport Rd 1701 E Blanchard Ave 910 Coronado Dr 1125 N Main St 0 W Sherman Ave
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Housing The Housing Commission had multiple in-depth discussions in preparation for a 2018 work plan. Two pilot projects, as well as ongoing program implementation, rounded out the work of this Division for 2017.
Program Name and Report Infill Development Implementation Plan
Staff began work on the Infill Development Implementation Plan following adoption of the Comprehensive Plan. This is anticipated for completion in June of 2018.
Land Bank
The Hutchinson Land Bank acquired 2 new lots in 2017 and sold 3 lots. A new home is under construction at 00000 E 8th Ave, which represents the first privatelyfunded project on a former Land Bank property.
Phase 2 of the Townhomes at Santa Fe Place is complete. The City’s match for this project was $54,500.
Moderate Income Housing Grant
Residential Infill Program
Brush Up Hutch! Paint Program
Zero applications were received in 2017, resulting in a fee waiver of $0.
Brush Up Hutch! Paint program applications for 2017 were lower than the previous year. As we move into a new feature neighborhood, we expect this number to increase.
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The Down Payment Match Incentive program had some strong numbers for its initial year, with four property owners purchasing homes in the College Grove Neighborhood, resulting in $7,965.96 in expenditures.
Down Payment Match Incentive
Neighborhood Revitalization Plan
Changes were made to the program requirements in 2016. For 2017, four residential permits and nine commercial permits were approved.
Rental Registration and Inspection Program
In 2017, 5,583 rental units were registered as part of the City’s Rental Registration and Inspection Program, which resulted in collection of $112,006 in fees to fund the program.
Repair Grant (Stallman)
The Repair Grant is awarded to the City by the Stallman Foundation to assist in making repairs to houses that are eligible for Brush Up Hutch! Paint Program funds. For 2017, $1100 in Repair funds were spent by Interfaith Housing Services, who assists the City with grant implementation.
The Zero Interest Rehabilitation Loan program had a healthy first year, with nine property owners using the funds for a variety of projects. The program will continue into 2018, with a balance of $17,467.36 remaining.
Zero Interest Rehabilitation Loan
Emergency Solutions
The Emergency Solutions Grant is a pass-through grant program where the City serves as the grant administrator on behalf of the State. The Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Center (SADVC) is the sole local recipient of grant funds. The 2016 grant period concluded in July 2017. Of the awarded $40,568, $40,176.55 was expended, resulting in $943.33 in administration fees for the City.
Housing Education
In 2017, the City received a Hutchinson Community Foundation (HCF) grant for housing education seminars. Four seminars were held throughout the year, with attendance ranging from 3 to 38 residents.
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Historic Preservation In 2017, the Department completed the 2016 Historic Preservation Action Plan. In addition, historic preservation consulting services were provided to residents wishing to renovate their historic homes. A cost-comparison calculator was developed and implemented and has assisted with preservation planning.
Program Name and Report
Education
Two historic preservation educational efforts were made in 2017. The first was a seminar on selecting an historic preservation contractor. This was not well-attended. The second occurred on Halloween, where the Department distributed promotional materials to trickor-treaters.
Historic Preservation Fund Grant (Cost Calculator)
The Cost Calculator was completed in Spring 2017 and is on the City’s website as a downloadable Excel file. The tool has been used by staff and residents to assist with preservation cost estimates.
Historic Preservation Fund Grant (Consulting Services)
The Department contracted with Mr. William Morris (Morris Associates) to perform consultation services. During 2017, a total of seven consultations were performed. The Department has included consultation services in its 2018 budget request and intends to do so in the future.
2016 Historic Preservation Action Plan
The 2016 Action Plan implementation was completed in 2017. Work has begun on a new plan, which is expected to be completed this Spring.
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Twenty-eight historic reviews were conducted during 2017, which is double the number performed in 2016. Fifteen of the historic reviews performed involved properties located in the Houston Whiteside District, which represents 54% of the total reviews. A majority of the reviews (25) were performed by Staff, with 3 reviews triggering Landmarks Commission approval. The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) did not conduct any reviews in 2017. There were no appealed cases during 2017. A full listing follows:
Historic Reviews
Property 546 E 1st Ave 546 E 1st Ave
District Houston Whiteside Houston Whiteside
546 E 1st Ave
Houston Whiteside
635 E 1st Ave
Houston Whiteside
207 S Main St 501 E Sherman Ave 501 E Sherman Ave 706 E Avenue A 510 E 1st Ave 15 S Cleveland St 717 E 1st Ave 119 N Main St 544 E Sherman Ave 535 E Avenue A 218 E 12th Ave 100 W 20th Ave 502 E 1st Ave 122 N Main St 117 N Main St 100 W 20th Ave 206 W 1st Ave 12 Hyde Park Dr 545 E Avenue A 607 E Avenue A 527 E 1st Ave 201 S Main St 723 E 1st Ave
Downtown Core South Houston Whiteside Houston Whiteside Houston Whiteside Houston Whiteside Houston Whiteside Houston Whiteside Downtown Core North Houston Whiteside Houston Whiteside Individually Listed Individually Listed Houston Whiteside Downtown Core South Downtown Core North Individually Listed Individually Listed Individually Listed Houston Whiteside Houston Whiteside Houston Whiteside Downtown Core South Houston Whiteside
619 E Sherman St
Houston Whiteside
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Reviewing Entity Staff Staff Landmarks Commission Landmarks Commission Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Landmarks Commission
Project Reroof House HVAC Siding and Window Replacement, Interior Remodel New Addition Fire Escape Addition Fence Deck Wood Siding Replacement Kitchen and Bathroom Remodel Bathroom Remodel Porch Floor Replacement Reroof Building Porch Repair New Small Shed Wood Siding Replacement New Swimming Pool New Front Porch ADA Ramp New Wall Sign New Wall Sign New Pool Fence County Courthouse Reroof Reroof House Reroof House New Small Shed Porch Fascia and Soffit Repair Interior Remodel Garage Siding Replacement Window Replacement
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Neighborhoods Work on the Healthy Neighborhoods Initiative continued in 2017, with active work done in the College Grove and SW Bricktown neighborhoods. For 2018, the initiative will move to two new areas: Farmington (where interviews have already commenced) and another neighborhood which has not yet been selected.
Program Name and Report
Sign Toppers
Sign toppers were installed in the SW Bricktown neighborhood in February of 2017.
In August 2017, artist Jocelyn Woodson began work on a mural that will help to identify the SW Bricktown neighborhood. The mural, which is located on the Avenue A underpass of the Woody Seat Freeway, will be completed this spring.
Mural (SW Bricktown)
Crosswalk & Sidewalk Painting (College Grove)
In partnership with Hutch Rec, the Department sponsored crosswalk and sidewalk painting in the College Grove neighborhood. The crosswalks were painted by neighborhood residents, while the sidewalks were painted by local students.
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