Town of Paradise Valley
Action Report
TO: Chair and Planning Commission
FROM: Eva Cutro, Community Development Director
Paul Michaud, Senior Planner
George Burton, Planner
DATE: April 17, 2018
CONTACT:
Staff Contact
George Burton, 480-348-3525
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AGENDA TITLE:
Title
Finisterre Subdivision Wall (MI-18-02) - Work Study Session
6440 N 61st Place (Assessor’s Parcel Number 169-39-125)
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Background
BACKGROUND:
Request:
The applicant, Finisterre Home Owner’s Association (HOA), is requesting to raise the height of the existing subdivision wall on nine properties.
History/Background:
The Finisterre subdivision and subdivision wall were approved in 1977. The subdivision wall is located at the property line of the perimeter lots and was originally approved with a varying wall height of 4’6” tall to 6’ tall.
In conjunction with the Lincoln Drive Sidewalk Project in 2005, the Town allowed Finisterre to raise the height of the subdivision wall adjoining Lincoln Drive (from 6’ tall to 8’ tall with a 2’ berm on the bottom of the fence). However, only three of the west property adjoining Lincoln Drive decided to raise the height of their portion of the subdivision wall.
General Plan:
The modified wall height is compliant with Sections LU 2.1.3.7 and CC&H 3.1.1.2 of the General Plan. Section LU 2.1.3.7 states that “Where walls and fences are used/necessary, the Town shall require use and effective upkeep of attractive wall and fence materials and finishes (e.g., stone, masonry, wrought iron, vegetation) and wall designs (meandering, see-through).” The modified wall will have a stucco and paint finish and the existing landscaping will be maintained.
Also, Section CC&H 3.1.1.2 states that established neighborhoods shall be protected and that “The Town shall encourage new development and redevelopment, both private and public, to respect and respond to those existing physical characteristics, buildings, streetscapes, open spaces, and urban form that contribute to the overall character and livability of the neighborhood.” The increase wall height provides additional privacy and security while maintaining the aesthetics of the existing subdivision wall.
Facts/Discussion
The rear yard wall height on Lots 86 - 93 will be raised from 4’6” tall to 6’ tall for Lots 86 - 93 (eight properties adjoining Lincoln Drive). Also, the rear yard wall height on Lot 83 from 4’8” tall to a height of 5’7” tall (adjoining Invergordon Road). The increased wall height will provide additional security and privacy for the affected lots and will be consistent with the height of the subdivision wall located west of the Lincoln Drive entrance.
The affected fence walls are located at the property line and the additional block used to raise the height will have a stucco and paint finish to match the existing wall. No new landscaping or landscape lighting is associated with this improvement; however, any landscaping or landscape lighting damaged during construction will be replaced.
ENFORCEMENT:
There are no current zoning violations associated with the subject property.
Next Steps
This application is scheduled for public meeting review on May 1st. The Commission will make a recommendation and forward the application to the Town Council for review.
ATTACHMENTS:
Application
Vicinity & Aerial
Narrative
Plans
C: - Applicant: David Pulatie
- Case File: MI-18-02