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BILL GILLESPIE, JR.
MAYOR
J. SCOTT STEPHENS, AICPDIRECTOR
CITY OF PRATTVILLE PLANNING COMMISSIONAGENDA December 15, 2022 3:00 p.m.
Call to Order:
Roll Call:
Mayor Gillespie, Councilman Chambers, Chairman Gardner, Vice-Chairman Daniel, Deputy Fire Marshal Allen, Mrs. Carpenter, Mr. Hayden, Mr. King, and Mr. Mullins.
Minutes:
November 17, 2022
Committee Reports:
Old Business:
None
New Business:
1.Zoning Amendment: B-2 (General Business) to R-3 (Single-Family Residential)Location: SW corner of S Chestnut Street and W Third Street Petitioner: First Presbyterian Church
Public Hearing
District 1
2.Master Plan: Highland FarmsLocation: East of Highland Ridge SubdivisionPetitioner: Flowers & White Engineering, LLC
District 5
Bylaws Review:
Election of Officers:
Miscellaneous:
Adjournment:
Approved 1/19/2023
Prattville Planning Commission December 15, 2022 Minutes Page 1 of 2
CITY OF PRATTVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES December 15, 2022 Call to order: Chairman Reuben Gardner called the regular meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. Roll Call: Ms. Morgan called the roll. Members present were Mayor Bill Gillespie, Councilman John Chambers, Chairman Reuben Gardner, Vice-Chairman Ken Daniel, Deputy Fire Marshal Craig Allen, Mr. Robert King, and Mr. Mugs Mullins. Mrs. Paula Carpenter and Mr. Seth Hayden were absent. (Quorum present) Staff present: Mr. Scott Stephens, City Planner; Mr. Tommie Williams, Planner, and Ms. Alisa Morgan, Secretary. Minutes: Mr. Daniel moved to approve the minutes of the November 17, 2022 regular meeting. Mr. Daniel
seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Committee Reports:
Old Business: None
New Business: 1. Zoning Amendment: B-2 (General Business) to R-3 (Single-Family Residential) Location: SW corner of S Chestnut Street and W Third Street Petitioner: First Presbyterian Church Mr. Williams introduced the zoning request to rezone property from B-2 to R-3 for property located at the southwest corner of S. Chestnut Street and W. Third Street. The 0.68 acres consists of three parcels and they are located in the Downtown Overlay District, which is geared more toward business and institutional uses. He stated that the proposed rezoning is appropriate and staff recommends that the parcels are removed from the Downtown Overlay District if the rezoning is approved.
Chairman Gardner opened the floor for public comments. There being none, the public hearing was closed.
Zack Barker, petitioner’s representative, was present for the hearing.
After no further questions or discussion, the vote was called. Mr. Mullins introduced a resolution recommending the rezoning of property at SW corner of S Chestnut Street and W Third Street from B-2 to R-3 with removal from the Downtown Overlay District and moved for its approval. The motion to approve passed unanimously. 2. Master Plan: Highland Farms Location: East of Highland Ridge Subdivision Petitioner: Flowers & White Engineering, LLC Mr. Williams introduced the master plan of Highland Farms Subdivision located east of Highland Ridge Subdivision. The property was initially introduced in September for a rezoning to R-3 which was
approved by City Council. He stated that the plan proposes 315 residential lots to be constructed in four phases. A stub out to the north has been provided as recommended by staff and a 50’ ROW to the east connects Old Farm Lane.
Approved 1/19/2023
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Kenneth White of Flowers & White Engineering, petitioner’s representative, along with Chloe Kelly of
TerraCore Development Services, presented the master plan of the Highland Farms Subdivision. She stated that the main entrance into the subdivision will be from the Old Farm Lane with a 50’ ROW connection and will be developed during Phase 1. The Wee Love It Drive connection will be developed
at Phase 4 and the Exchange Road connection will be developed at Phase 1 also. Ms. Kelly stated that if the Wee Love It Drive connection is undesirable, they are willing to provide an emergency entrance only gate at that access point. Mayor Gillespie asked about maintenance of the ponds, possible traffic calming devices at the Wee Love It Drive access and whether an emergency gate is possible, and what would be provided in the proposed amenity lot. Mr. White and Ms. Kelley addressed the questions stating that the ponds will be serviced by the HOA of the subdivision and they can provide dedicated parcels for access to the ponds if needed. They stated that if the emergency gate is not feasible, traffic signs and speed bumps could be a workable option. The amenity lot could possibly have a pool, covered cabana, chairs, and grills.
Mayor Gillespie moved to hold the request until further details be provided on the traffic calming devices to be used, if a lockable gate is feasible, and a better idea on what will be provided in the amenity lot. Councilman Chambers seconded the motion. The motion failed by majority vote as recorded: Favor:
Mayor Gillespie and Councilman Chambers. Oppose: Mr. Daniel, Mr. Mullins, FM Allen, Mr. King and Chairman Gardner.
Although this agenda item does not require public comments, Chairman Gardner opened the floor to allow public comments. Comments were received from Craig Simpler, 622 Castlebrook Drive and Jon Lee Finnegan, 211 Deer Trace. After the board’s discussion, the vote was called. Mr. Daniel introduced a resolution approving the master plan of Highland Farms contingent that traffic calming details for Phase 4 (Wee Love It Drive connection) will be submitted at the preliminary plat Phase 1 and the amenity lot will be complete prior to final plat approval of Phase 2 and moved for its approval. Mr. Mullins seconded the motion. The vote was called and the motion to approve passed unanimously. Bylaws Review: The Bylaws were presented and reviewed by the Commission. Election of Officers:
Mr. Daniel moved to nominate Mr. Reuben Gardner as Chairman. Mr. King seconded the motion. There were no other nominations for Chairman. The motion passed unanimously.
Councilman Chambers moved to nominate Mr. Ken Daniel as Vice-Chairman. Mayor Gillespie seconded the motion. There were no other nominations for Vice-Chairman. The motion passed unanimously. Miscellaneous: Adjourn: There being no other business, the meeting was adjourned at 4:27 p.m. Respectfully submitted,
Alisa Morgan, Secretary Prattville Planning Commission
Zoning Map Amendment for Chestnut and 3rd St
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Planning Commission
Staff Report
Zoning Map Amendment
ZONING MAP
AMENDMENT
REQUEST:
Proposed Zoning Map Amendment from B-2 (General-Business) to R-3
(Single-Family Residential)
MEETING DATE: December 15, 2022
A. BACKGROUND:
Applicant/Representative: Zack Barker
Owner: First Presbyterian Church of Prattville
Property Location: Southwest corner of S Chestnut Street and 3rd Street
Property Identification: Autauga County 1903084015001000; 1903084015002001;
1903084015002002
Property Size: 0.68 Acres (three parcels)
Future Land Use Map (FLUM)
Designation: Mixed-Use Commercial
Current Zoning District: B-2 (General-Business) & Downtown Overlay District
Proposed Zoning District R-3 (Single-Family Residential)
Existing Land Use: Vacant with outbuilding on one of the parcels
B. DEVELOPMENT STATUS & HISTORY:
Previous Requests:
May not be exhaustive None Known
Zoning Map Amendment for Chestnut and 3rd St
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C. SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING:
D. EVALUATION/COMMENTS:
Proposed Use: The applicant is requesting to rezone 0.68 +/- acres (three parcels) located west of First
Presbyterian Church of Prattville. The proposed rezoning is a single-family residential R-3
and the parcels are currently vacant with an outbuilding present on the center parcel.
Street Connectivity: Street Connectivity consists of 3rd Street and Chestnut Street
Water/Sewer: Water and Sewer is available
E. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:
The subject site has a Future Land Use Map (FLUM) designation of Mixed-Use Commercial.
On April 15, 2021, the Planning Commission adopted an updated Prattville Comprehensive Plan. The Future Land
Use Plan and Map in Land Use + Transportation section (pg. 40) of the document shows the subject parcel is in the
Mixed-Use Commercial zone and surrounded by General Business to the South, West, and East. Single-Family
Residential is located to the north. The proposed Zoning Map Amendment to R-3 Single-Family meets the general
fabric of the area.
PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION
The applicant is requesting to rezone three parcels from B-2 (General-Business) to R-3 (Single-Family Residential).
The parcels are located directly west of First Presbyterian Church of Prattville. The three parcels are approximately
0.68 acres and are primarily vacant with an outbuilding located on the center parcel. B-2 (General-Business) zoning
is located to the south, east, and west and the land uses consist of single-family, place of assembly, and general-
business. The FLUM map shows the subject parcels are in the Mixed-Use Commercial zones. Considering the
location and context of these parcels, and the surrounding land use, staff feels that rezoning to a single-family
residential zone is appropriate. This rezoning should also include a removal from the Downtown Overlay District.
This overlay district is primarily for business and institutional uses.
Reviewed by: Tommie Williams, Planner
Recommendation: Approval. (Zoning Map Amendment requires final approval from the City
Council with a recommendation from the Planning Commission.)
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SUBDIVISION NAME: Highland Farms Master Plan
MEETING DATE: December 15, 2022
A. BACKGROUND:
Applicant/Representative: Flowers & White Engineering, LLC,
Owner: Carolyn Peddy Bryan, et al
Property Location: East of Highland Ridge Subdivision
Property Identification:
Autauga County: 19011220010010000,
19011210010010000, 19011210010010010
Elmore County: 26030700010130000, 26030700010130010,
26030700010120000, 26030700010110000,
Property Size: 115.62 acres
Future Land Use Map (FLUM)
Designation: Low-Density Residential & Medium Density
Current Zoning District: R-3 (Single Family)
Existing Land Use: Vacant/Undeveloped
B. DEVELOPMENT STATUS & HISTORY:
Previous Requests:
May not be exhaustive
9/15/2022 Zoning Amendment: F.A.R, R-2, & B-2 R-3 (approved by City
Council on 12/6/2022)
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C. SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING:
D. COMMENTS:
Street Connectivity: The proposal connects to Wee Lovett Drive and the Exchange North. There is a proposed stub
out located to the north and a proposed drive to Old Farm Ln.
Water/Sewer: Public water and sewer is available in the area
E. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:
The subject site has a Future Land Use Map (FLUM) designation of Commercial
On April 15, 2021, the Planning Commission adopted an updated Prattville Comprehensive Plan. The Future Land
Use Plan and Map in Land Use + Transportation section (pg. 40) of the document shows the subject parcel is
primarily Low Density & Medium Density Residential and surrounded by Medium Density Residential to the north,
south, east, and west.
PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
The applicant is submitting a master plan that will subdivide 115.62 acres of property zoned R-3 (Single-Family
Residential) located east of Highland Ridge Subdivision into 315 residential lots. The typical lot shown on the
plan will comply with the underlying zoning. The county line lies within this development and the applicant has
ensured that enough land is established on either side to conform to the lot requirements listed in the
Subdivision Regulations. The applicant has added a stub out to the north and the street connection to Old Farm
Lane has been increased to 50 feet. The proposed connection to the Exchange N goes to a signalized
intersection on Cobbs Ford Rd.
A Master Plan is a conceptual plan showing the entire development site and all component stages or phases, and
expresses the overall development concept for the site at build-out (Subdivision Regulations § 3.3).
Reviewed by: Tommie Williams, Planner
Recommendation: Approve
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Prattville Planning Commission
Rules for Transaction of Business (Bylaws)
As adopted September 19, 2019
1. Powers, Duties, and Composition
The powers, duties, and composition of the Prattville Planning Commission (hereafter referred to as “the
Commission”) shall be as specified in Title 11, Chapter 52 of the Code of Alabama 1975, as amended,
and those powers and duties delegated to the Planning Commission by the City Council of the City of
Prattville, Alabama.
2. Officers and Their Duties
a. The officers of the Commission shall consist of a Chairman, a Vice-Chairman, and a Secretary.
b. The Commission shall elect its Chairman and Vice-Chairman from among the appointed
members. The term of offices of the Chairman and Vice-Chairman shall be one year, with
eligibility for reelection. Officer elections shall be held during the regularly scheduled
December meeting of each year, and the new officers will begin their office at the next scheduled
meeting after their election. If elections are unable to be held during the regularly scheduled
December meeting, then they shall be held at the next available meeting.
c. In the event the Chairman resigns or is no longer able to continue the office for any reason, then
the Vice-Chairman shall fill the unexpired term of the office of Chairman and the Commission
shall elect a new Vice-Chairman for the remainder of the unexpired term of Vice-Chairman.
d. The Chairman shall preside at all meetings and hearings of the Commission and shall decide all
points of order or procedure and perform any duties required by law, ordinance, these rules, or
the Commission. The Chairman shall have the authority to appoint and charge any committees as
necessary. The Vice-Chairman shall preside in the absence of the Chairman. In the event that
neither the Chairman nor Vice-Chairman is present or is unable to act, an Acting Chairman shall
be chosen from among the members present for that meeting.
e. The Secretary of the Commission shall be the director of the Planning and Development
Department, or a staff member as designated by the director. The Secretary shall keep the
minutes and records of the Commission, prepare the agenda of meetings with the Chairman,
provide and arrange notice of meetings, attend to correspondence of the Commission, and to
other duties as are normally carried out by a Secretary.
3. Meetings
a. Regular meetings shall be held on the third Thursday of each month at 3:00pm. The meetings
shall be held at Prattville City Hall in the council chambers. Additional meetings may be
scheduled by the Commission as needed. If meetings need to be rescheduled for holidays or
other events, the new date and time shall be duly posted.
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b. Not fewer than five members shall be a quorum for the conduct of official business. The
adoption of the master plan or of any such part or amendment or extension or addition shall be
by resolution of the Commission carried by the affirmative votes of not less than six members
(§11-52-10).
c. The Commission shall follow the rules contained in the current edition of Robert’s Rules of
Order in cases they are applicable and not inconsistent with these rules, or other applicable rules,
regulations, or laws.
d. The order of business at regular meetings should generally follow the order stated below, but
may be changed at the discretion of the Chairman:
i. Call to order
ii. Roll call and establishment of a quorum
iii. Approval of minutes of previous meeting(s)
iv. Committee reports
v. Old business
vi. New business, including any public hearing required with each agenda item.
vii. Other and miscellaneous business
viii. Adjournment
e. Presentation of items should generally follow the order stated below, but may be changed at the
discretion of the Chairman:
i. The Chairman calls for the next agenda item
ii. The Planning Director or designee provides a summary of the request
iii. The applicant or petitioner presents his or her request and provides information in support
of the application, and answers any questions from the Commission
iv. The Planning Director or designee provides a staff report and answers any questions from
the Commission
v. If a public hearing is needed, the Chairman will ask for anyone present who would like to
provide input regarding the request
vi. The Commission members may discuss details and issued raised, and may ask questions
of the applicant, city staff, or other parties
vii. The Chairman will call for a motion to be read and a second, and the Chairman may ask
if further discussion is needed
viii. The vote will be called, and the Chairman announces the result
f. Meeting Decorum
i. Speakers shall observe the commonly accepted rules of courtesy, decorum, dignity, and
good taste. All comments, questions, or remarks shall be addressed to the Chairman or
the Commission as a body and not to members of the audience or the petitioner.
Interested parties or their representatives may address the Commission by written
communications, a copy of which shall be provided to the Secretary either before or
during the meeting.
ii. Those wishing to speak for or against the petition may have no longer than three minutes
to speak, provided that the Chairman has the discretion to grant additional time to a
speaker who is presenting pertinent material or whose presentation is incomplete after the
expiration of time. Speakers may be interrupted by any member of the Commission for
clarification or additional information, and those interruptions will not count against the
speaker’s time. At the discretion of the Chairman, a speaker may address the
Commission a second time, but only after all others have been given an opportunity to
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speak. The Chairman may also grant additional time to an individual representing a
homeowners’ association or other large group.
iii. The Chairman reserves the right to require an individual wishing to speak on behalf of
another person, group, or entity to provide written authorization from the person, group,
or entity being represented.
g. All meetings of the Commission shall be open to the public.
h. Notice of meetings and public hearings shall be performed as specified in Title 11, Chapter 52 of
the Code of Alabama 1975, as amended, and/or as required by the Alabama Open Meetings Act.
The Secretary may employ supplemental notification procedures (yard signs, electronic
notification, etc) to ensure that interested parties are aware of pending cases, but the failure of
any such supplemental notification procedures shall not invalidate any lawful action or decision
of the Commission.
4. Conflicts of Interest and Member Conduct
a. In the case a Commission member has a direct personal interest, pecuniary interest, or other
conflict, the member shall recuse himself or herself from discussion on the case and abstain from
voting on the case.
b. Commission members are advised to not discuss pending cases with members of the public
outside of the public meeting, and if attempted ex parte contact persists, the member should
disclose such contact at the Commission meeting. Members may gather relevant information
regarding an agenda item, including making site visits (§11-52-6), if such information will aid in
making an informed, objective decision. Any written material received by members shall be
given to the Secretary for incorporation into the files.
c. Commission members shall avoid all improper conduct and the appearance of impropriety
including showing bias for or against a petitioner, individual, or group, and the criticizing the
vote or comments of any member of the Commission.
5. Amending and Review of Rules
a. Amendments to these rules shall require the affirmative vote of six members of the Commission.
b. The Commission shall review these rules annually at the same meeting as officer elections.