The Lordstown Planning Commission Met in Regular Session on April 12, 2004 at 6:30 P

The Lordstown Planning Commission met in regular session on April 9, 2012 at 6:50 P.M. at the Lordstown Administration Building. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Tim Rech, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Roll call was taken.

In attendance: Tim Rech, Chairperson Michael Sullivan, Council Member Tony Schofer

Jess Enyeart for Paul Dutton, Village Solicitor Dave Harrison, Planning & Zoning Administrator Denise L. Dugan, Assistant Planning & Zoning Administrator

Also present: Dale Grimm, Lordstown Street Commissioner John Christopher Carter, 5976 Tod Avenue, Lordstown (entered meeting after 7 P.M.)

EXCUSE THOSE ABSENT: Michael Sullivan made a motion to excuse Pamela Owens and Arno Hill. Tony Schofer seconded the motion. All ayes, zero nays. Motion carried.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Michael Sullivan made a motion to approve the agenda. Tony Schofer seconded the motion. All ayes, zero nays. Motion carried.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF January 17, 2012: Michael Sullivan made a motion to approve the minutes of January 17, 2012 as submitted. Tony Schofer seconded the motion. All ayes, zero nays. Motion carried.

PLANNING AND ZONING ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT: Dave Harrison reported on several Lordstown properties.

1. Martin Milner, who had the Site Plan Review for 6850 Tod Avenue on January 17, 2012, has not started anything at that location. Dave Harrison called Mr. Milner today and Mr. Milner said he is not sure if he is going to go ahead with this location.

2. Edward Rovnak, who purchased 5787 Tod Avenue, has stated that he wants to locate his used restaurant equipment business here but has not started to relocate. Dave Harrison said he is unsure if Mr. Rovnak has not started because business is too good and he is too busy or if business is not good and he cannot afford to relocate now.

Michael Sullivan asked if the parking lot is being leased to Asplundh Tree Expert Company because he sees many of their trucks there. Mr. Harrison said not that he is aware of. This is the tree service that is working with Ohio Edison.

3. Truck Trenz, 8447 Tod Avenue, may have a new tenant soon. Dave Harrison has informed the current owner, Pam Yeager, that a Site Plan Review will be necessary.

4. Double D’s Used Cars, formerly Burkett Auto, 8537 Tod Avenue, may have a new tenant soon. Mr. Harrison has informed the current owner, Claude D. Clay, that a Site Plan Review will be necessary.

5. 1500 Salt Springs Road may have a new tenant soon. Connie Massaro who owns the building has been informed that a Site Plan Review will be necessary before a new business may open.

SOLICITOR’S REPORT: None.

CORRESPONDENCE: None. OLD BUSINESS: None.

NEW BUSINESS: 1. Site Plan Review for John Carter, 5976 Tod Avenue, Lordstown, Ohio. The Planning Commission followed this form that follows Section 1116.03 of The Planning & Zoning Code: The Village of Lordstown Site Plan Review NAME: John Carter ADDRESS: 5976 Tod Avenue, Lordstown, Ohio 44481 Date of Planning Commission Meeting: April 9, 2012 1. Existing Zoning of the property: B-2 Highway Business 2. The floor plan of intended building for specific use: 40’ x 62’ Shop 3. Location and dimension of all off-street parking and loading areas including the number of spaces: 14 Spaces, 60’ x 80’, North side of building 4. Location, size, height and orientation of all signs, both existing and proposed: Front of property, North of drive, 4’ x 4’ current sign and 4’ x 6’ proposed sign 5. Location of all streets project is fronting on: State Route 45 (Tod Avenue). 6. Other information required by the Planning Commission: Previously had a heating and cooling business at this location and now wishes to add a custom car repair shop. No Site Plan Review for previous business, but did receive a Zoning Permit for a sign to advertise the heating and cooling business. Zoning Permit issued by previous Planning & Zoning Administrator Ron Barnhart.

Dave Harrison said John Christopher Carter rents his home and property from William Holton. Mr. Carter has operated a heating and cooling business from this property since he applied for a Zoning Permit for a commercial sign on March 11, 2010. Mr. Harrison said the former Planning & Zoning Administrator did not conduct a Site Plan Review at that time.

John Christopher Carter would like to expand his business to include custom car repair as well as his heating and cooling business. Mr. Carter would also like to add both businesses to a new sign. Dave Harrison said the property is zoned B-2 and Mr. Carter’s businesses do comply with zoning. There is ample parking. Letters of support were received from Fire Chief Travis Eastham, Police Chief Brent Milhoan and Street Commissioner Dale Grimm.

Dave Harrison said he spoke to the property owner, William Holton, and Mr. Holton is fully aware of Mr. Carter’s business intent and has Mr. Holton’s full support. Dave Harrison said he feels that Mr. Carter’s business is and will be positive for the community.

Dave Harrison said he received a phone call from one of the abutting property owners who had been informed of the Site Plan Review asking if this new business will be loud. John Christopher Carter said he has worked on his personal car without complaints and the new business will not add any more noise than that.

Tony Schofer made a motion to approve the Site Plan Review as submitted. Michael Sullivan seconded the motion. Roll call vote was taken: Tim Rech: yes; Tony Schofer: yes; Michael Sullivan: yes. Three ayes, zero nays. Motion carried.

NEW BUSINESS: 2. Request for Extension of Performance Bond by Randy Durig for Oakview Villas. Randy Durig did not attend the meeting so this item was only discussed to request that Dave Harrison investigate how to trigger the bond.

NEW BUSINESS: 3. Suggested Changes to Planning & Zoning Code. Dave Harrison recommended several changes to the current Planning & Zoning Code.

 CHAPTER 1177 STREET OPENINGS/CURB CUT PERMIT – Dave Harrison said that since this section was first inserted the costs of roadway repairs have increased tremendously and the four lane roadways were not considered.

 Section 1177.03 FEES AND BONDING SCHEDULE Street Opening Permit Fee $10.00 Curb-Cut Permit Fee $10.00

Bonding Requirements 0-1 lane 1-2 lanes 2-3 lanes 3-4 lanes Sanitary $2,000.00 $4,000.00 $6,000.00 $8,000.00 Storm $1,000.00 $2,000.00 $3,000.00 $4,000.00 Water $1,000.00 $2,000.00 $3,000.00 $4,000.00 Gas $ 800.00 $1,600.00 $2,400.00 $3,200.00 Other $ 800.00 $1,600.00 $2,400.00 $3,200.00

Residential Commercial Curb-cut $500.00 $1,000.00

 Section 1177.02(a) “Street Openings/Curb Cut Permits” add language at the end of the current paragraph: Any deviations from the Standard Drawings and Designs must be preapproved by the Street Commissioner or Village Engineer.

 Section 1177.02 APPLICATION STANDARDS add paragraph (e): Bond may be in the form of a performance surety bond or a cash bond. A cash bond that is deposited with the Village Clerk will be returned to the applicant once the Street Commissioner or Village Engineer has determined the “Street Openings/Curb Cut” has been finished according to Section 1177.02(a) “Standard Drawings and Design”.

 CELL PHONE AND COMMUNICATIONS TOWERS – Dave Harrison said we currently have no language for fees to charge communications companies for the construction of new towers or the reinstallation of antennas on existing towers. Mr. Harrison said our past practice has not been extremely consistent. A chart was provided showing that past fees have ranged from $24.00 to $1,000.00.

 Section 1125.05 FEES add sub-section 1125.05(a)(5): Communication Towers A. Construction of new tower, $900.00 and B. Replacement of equipment on existing tower, $450.00.

 Dave Harrison suggested a separate section that contains all of our fees. Even if it is repetitive, it would be convenient to see all fees in one section. Mr. Harrison said it will be easier for anyone looking online to see all the fees that are charged. Exact language would need to be provided by Solicitor Paul Dutton.

 Section 1102.9 FEES(A)(1) Application Fee Minor Subdivision pursuant to Section 1103.01(a) $10.00 Division Dave Harrison said this fee was not charged under the previous Planning & Zoning Administrator. Mr. Harrison said he has continued with the policy of not charging for minor subdivisions since the time involved is minimal. Mr. Harrison said he believes this should just be a service the Village offers to the residents free of charge. However, because of the time involved in approval of a major subdivision, Mr. Harrison believes those fees should remain.

 Dave Harrison also presented information on establishing a policy for Massage Parlors. One suggestion is to regulate massage establishments and the other suggestion is to prohibit massage parlors/establishments. After discussion Planning Commission decided to have legislation prepared to prohibit massage parlors/establishments. Exact language would need to be provided by Solicitor Paul Dutton.

 Dave Harrison recommended that a section be added to describe the exact process to petition for a Zone Change. Exact language would need to be provided by Solicitor Paul Dutton.

Michael Sullivan made a motion to approve all of the recommendations presented by Dave Harrison. Tony Schofer seconded the motion. Roll call vote was taken: Tony Schofer: yes; Michael Sullivan: yes; Tim Rech: yes. Three ayes, zero nays. Motion carried.

Dave Harrison and Dale Grimm said they have sample legislation to collaborate with Trumbull County Engineers to protect roadways from any future gas well construction. Mr. Harrison said he is not sure if this legislation will have to go through Planning Commission. Mr. Grimm said he has referred the legislation to Solicitor Paul Dutton for review.

PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.

MEMBER COMMENTS: Tim Rech will not be available for the May 14, 2012 Planning Commission meeting.

ADJOURNMENT: Tony Schofer made a motion that the meeting be adjourned. Michael Sullivan seconded the motion. All ayes, zero nays. Meeting adjourned.

Submitted by: Approved by:

Denise L. Dugan Tim Rech Assistant Planning & Zoning Administrator Chairperson