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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-OR-25 Ordinance Update to Article 4 of the UDO (Overlay Districts) STATE OF INDIANA BEFORE THE JEFFERSONVILLE COMMON COUNCIL ORDINANCE 2025-OR- OS AN ORDINANCE FOR AN UPDATE TO ARTICLE 4 OF THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE AS IT RELATES TO ZONING OVERLAY DISTRICTS Whereas, The Jeffersonville Department of Planning and Zoning filed an application before the Jeffersonville Plan Commission for an update to Article 4 of the Unified Development Ordinance as it relates to Zoning Overlay Districts and, Whereas,on May 27, 2025,the Jeffersonville Plan Commission held a public hearing on the application and at the conclusion of the hearing the Jeffersonville Plan Commission voted by a majority vote of its entire membership and have a Favorable recommendation on the updates to forward to the Jeffersonville Common Council; and, Whereas,this matter is now before the Common Council at its regular meeting after certification of the updates pursuant to the provisions of I.C. 36-7-4-608(f)(1); and, Whereas,this Common Council has timely posted notice of its intent to consider the Update to Article 4 of the Unified Development Ordinance as it relates to Zoning Overlay Districts at the regular meeting scheduled for June 2,2025; and, Whereas, all interested persons having been given an opportunity to appear before this Common Council and be heard regarding this matter as required by law. Now, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville, Indiana, that the Jeffersonville Unified Development Ordinance (2021-OR-36) is hereby amended to Update Article 4 as it relates to Zoning Overlay Districts. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its adoption. SO ORDAINED this 2nd day of June, 2025. Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville, Indiana V TED FOR VOTED AGAINST: Ofrtit/ FM , resident ATTE T: ���f S Lis Gill City Clerk Prepared by: Les Merkley Corporate Counsel STATE OF INDIANA BEFORE THE JEFFERSONVILLE PLAN COMMISSION IN THE APPLICATION OF Jeffersonville Department of Planning & Zoning TO AMEND THE JEFFERSONVILLE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE CERTIFICATION OF FAVORABLE/UNFAVORABLE/NO RECOMMENDATION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE Whereas, the Jeffersonville Department of Planning & Zoning filed a petition before the Jeffersonville Plan Commission to amend the City of Jeffersonville Unified Development Ordinance (2021-OR-36), approving updates to Article 4 as recommended in the staff report (a copy of which is attached as Exhibit "A"); and, Whereas, after proper notice by publication, the Jeffersonville Plan Commission held a public hearing on the petition on May 27,2025 and, Whereas, at the conclusion of the hearing the Jeffersonville Plan Commission voted by a majority vote of its entire membership to forward their recommendation on the proposed amendment to the Jeffersonville Common Council, IT IS THEREFORE CERTIFIED that on May 27, 2025 , the Jeffersonville Plan Conn 1ss�e�(c�cle one): avorably Recommends / Unfavorably Recommends/ Provides NO Recommendation that the Jeff nville Common Council enact by ordinance the proposed Jeffersonville Uni ie�Ic.-De lev opment Ordinance amendment as requested in the petition of Jeffersonville Department of Planning & Zoning. So certified this 27th day of May 2025 . c _. . 70. - 1( ' Chairman CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE DEPARTMENT OF LAW Les Merkley,Corporation Counsel/Director of Legal Affairs 0?Y p ur A. 812-285-6493 office W ty N 812-285-6403 fax f� www.cityofjeff.net V %FRSON4� Jeffersonville City Hall 500 Quartermaster Court Jeffersonville,Indiana 47130 BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA IN THE APPLICATION OF THE JEFFERSONVILLE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND ZONING FOR AN UPDATE TO ARTICLE 4 OF THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE AS IT RELATES TO ZONING OVERLAY DISTRICTS NOTICE OF HEARING ON APPLICATION OF THE JEFFERSONVILLE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND ZONING FOR AN UPDATE TO ARTICLE 4 OF THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE AS IT RELATES TO ZONING OVERLAY DISTRICTS Notice is hereby given that the Jeffersonville Department of Planning and Zoning filed an application before the Jeffersonville Plan Commission for an update to Article 4 of the Unified Development Ordinance as it relates to Zoning Overlay Districts. A public hearing will be held on June 2, 2025 at 6:00 pm in the City Council Chambers, 1st floor, City Hall, 500 Quartermaster Court, Room 101, Jeffersonville, Indiana at which time and place all interested persons will be heard in reference to the matters set out in said updates. ___.,9.94Adj.?C' Les Merkley Corporation Counsel Jeffersonville City Hall 500 Quartermaster Court Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (812) 285-6423 Planning Commission G— `* Staff Report ti* May 27, 2025 1,4 C 604 LU _ W Request: st: ZO-25-04 Re uest: Update to Article 4 as it relates to Zoning Overlay Districts 0i(� "' J Petitioner: City of Jeffersonville, Planning & Zoning T� ' Y Department Request Updates to Article 4 as it relates to Zoning Overlay Districts. Case Summary Recently, the Jeffersonville Federal Center(Census Bureau site) has been listed as an asset for "accelerated disposition" by the federal government. Sale and reuse/redevelopment of all or part of the nearly 70-acre site could have significant impacts on the local community. In order to get in front of this pending sale, the planning department would like to take steps to ensure high-quality reuse and redevelopment through the creation of a new overlay district (the Quartermaster/Census Overlay District)to outline permitted and unpermitted uses as well as an expansion of the Downtown Overlay District to encourage better standards of design. In order to facilitate these changes, we are also amending the boundaries of the 10th St. Overlay District, so that it will not conflict with the new Quartermaster/Census overlay. Required Action Make a motion to forward the ordinance revision to the Jeffersonville City Council with one of the following options: Favorable Recommendation, Unfavorable recommendation, or No Recommendation. Recommended motion "I make a motion to forward the ordinance update request (ZO-25-04) to the Jeffersonville City Council with [insert recommendation]as presented to the Plan Commission on May 27, 2025. Attachments 1. Ordinance Updates ZO-25-04 Page 1 of 1 Article Four Overlay Districts Article Four Overlay Districts 4.1 Overlay Districts-General A. The intent of these regulations is to provide additional requirements for new development and redevelopment in unique areas of the City of Jeffersonville. B. The subsections of this Article denote the special intents, effect upon uses,and development standards for parcels within each unique overlay district. C. All applicants located within overlay districts are highly encouraged to submit a conceptual site plan to the Planning Staff for an informal conference to discuss the existing conditions of the site and the proposed development thereof,prior to application. D. Schedule 1 lists all overlay districts in the City of Jeffersonville. Schedule 1: Jeffersonville Overla Districts 4.2 Commercial Corridor Overlay District(CCOD) 4.3 Downtown Design Overlay District(DDOD) 4.4 Downtown Residential Overlay District(DROD) 4.5 Jeffersonville Historic District 4.6 Quartermaster/Census Overlay District(QCOD) 4:6 4.7 Tenth St.Traditional Marketplace Overlay District(TSOD) 4 4.8 Utica Pike Overlay District(UPOD) 4 4.9 Wellhead Protection Overlay District(WPOD) 4-2 Jeffersonville Unified Development Ordinance 4.3 Downtown Design Overlay District A. District Intent The Downtown Design Overlay District(DDOD)is intended to guide the design of development and redevelopment projects in the Downtown Area. It aims to ensure quality design which enhances the historic character and general walkability of Downtown Jeffersonville. B. District Boundaries 1. In general,the DDOD consists of properties bounded by 1-65, 12th Street, B&O Railroad,Main Street, 10th Street, ,and the Ohio River. 2. Exhibit B shows the general location of the DDOD. 3. The actual boundaries for the DDOD are shown on the Official Zoning Map.The overlay district is marked with a hatch pattern as designated on the Official Zoning Map's legend. Exhibit B: General Map of the DDOD Oak Park J.N,r...r.li. Pant Pig Pk. a Downtown Design Overlay =Jeffersonville City Limit Of Luke.. lOccO,Palk C. Process 1. Except as listed below,all proposed developments in the DDOD require development plan review as defined in Article 10.The following do not require development plan review: • Construction of any new single-family residential home, • Renovations/Additions to any existing single-family residence,or any historic home converted to multi-family use. • Construction of any residential or commercial accessory structures • Renovations to any existing building where the only exterior work is primarily restorative in nature(i.e. cleaning/repairing an existing facade,replacing windows,replacing signage,etc.) 2. In addition to those materials required for development plan review in Article 10,the applicant shall provide an illustrated drawing or materials board for all exterior finishes. 3. In order to receive development plan approval the applicant must satisfy all of the Development Standards of the Base Zone District except as modified elsewhere in Article 4 and meet the design criteria listed in sections E and F of this Article. Article 4:Overlay Districts 4-3 D. Effect on Uses 1. This Overlay has no effect on the Permitted or Special Exception Uses as described in the Base Zone District. 2. Modifications to Development Standards and additional design standards noted in this district shall not apply to the following: • New or existing single-family homes • Accessory structures under 150 square feet in area • Accessory structures over 150 square feet in area that do not directly front a public street • Historic homes converted into multi-family use,or • Any other exclusively residential structure with four or fewer dwelling units. E. Modifications to District Development Standards(Article 3) 1. Setbacks: a. All zone districts other than CD may take advantage of the front,side and rear setback standards set forth in the CN zoning district. b. Canopies or awnings may extend over any street-front property line a distance of 4 feet.The bottom of said awnings must be a minimum of 8 feet above the sidewalk. c. The maximum front setback shall be 15 feet for all commercial and multi-family uses. 2. Building Height: For any mixed-use commercial/residential development or multi-family residential project within the district(not zoned CD),the maximum height may be increased to 40 feet. 3. Lot Coverage: In all zone districts other than CD,maximum lot coverages for all primary and accessory structures and impervious may be increased to 85%. 4. Minimum Floor Area per residential unit: where multi-family residential units are allowed,the minimum floor area per unit may be reduced to an average of 500 square feet with 300 square feet the absolute minimum. F. Modifications to Development Standards(Article 7) 1. Fences and Walls: a. Screen walls and fences shall be constructed out of high quality materials such as brick,native stone,precast concrete,custom-designed and finished wood panels,aluminum,steel/wrought iron,etc.The use of chain-link,open wire,razor wire,barbed wire,corrugated metal,bright colored plastic,unfinished concrete block(CMU)or prefabricated wood fences is not permitted. b. Where a new wall would create a continuous surface greater than 20 feet in length,it shall be softened visually with pilasters,a change in materials,and a change in plane greater than one foot and/or with trees,shrubs or vine plantings. 2. Lighting_All lighting must be designed to create a unified and consistent lighting package for the development.Lighting structures in parking areas may not exceed 20 feet in height.All lighting shall be full cutoff or fully shielded fixtures and be consistent with the architectural style of the primary building. 3. Loading Standards:No loading docks or trash collection bins may be placed on or along the street frontage of any building. 4. Parking: a. Location: Parking lots shall not be located in front of any building in the district nor at any street corner.All parking lots shall be located to the side or rear of the structure.As with any development,off—street parking spaces shall not fully or partially be within a public right-of- way or utility easement. b. Quantity: i. Non-residential developments not in the CD or CN zone districts may reduce minimum parking requirements in the base zone district by 33%. ii. Multi-family residential developments may reduce parking standards as follows:Parking 4-4 Jeffersonville Unified Development Ordinance requirements shall be reduced to 1.33 paved off-street parking spaces per dwelling unit.In addition,at least one visitor space must be provided for every 8 units. 5. Outdoor Storage:No un-screened outdoor storage is permitted. G. Additional Design Standards 1. Exterior materials: a. All exterior materials shall be rated and certified for exterior usage and shall be fully compliant with all applicable building and fire codes,regulations and ordinances. PVC piping,plastics, pressboard,cardboard,or veneers or panels for interior applications are not permitted on any building elevation b. The following materials are prohibited as exterior finishes throughout the district: unfinished wood,plywood,other pressed wood products,corrugated sheet metal,and vinyl siding. c. Concrete block shall not be permitted on any street-facing elevation;if used on the side or rear of a building,it must be split-faced,ground-faced,or some other colored and textured surface. d. Glass block shall not be used at street level on any front or side elevation. e. Fiber cement siding is permitted,however,fiber cement panels are only permitted on the upper levels of the building(i.e. 2nd floor or above). 2. Facades: a. Front elevation i. Front elevations may be comprised of any combination of approved materials provided that a minimum of 50%of the front elevation is composed of mortared masonry. ii. Front elevations shall take cues from adjacent historical buildings and have a visual base/middle/cap design. iii. All columns,pilasters,and pillars on the front elevation shall be clad in stone,brick,or ornamental iron. iv. The front entrance shall be defined by one or more of the following features: canopy, arcade,portico,stoop,building recess,awning,or other architectural details such as tile work,art-glass,sculpture,and moldings which are integrated into the building's design. v. Parapet walls shall be constructed with the same materials as the front façade(decorative cornices excepted)and shall return a minimum of 4 feet at the corner. vi. Blank,windowless walls in excess of 750 square feet are prohibited when facing a public street unless required by the Indiana Building Code. In instances where a blank wall exceeds 750 square feet,it shall be articulated with textures,patterns and/or changes in materials. vii. Garage and overhead doors are permitted on the fronts of buildings so long as they are glazed and part of a commercial storefront or eating establishment. Such doors shall not be used for loading. b. Side elevations i. Where side elevations are set back more than 5 feet from the property line and are intended to remain visible,they shall be fully clad in materials that comprise the front elevation. Said elevations shall not be left blank and must contain windows and or be otherwise articulated with textures,patterns and/or changes in materials. ii. Common walls and side elevations closer than 5 feet from the property line that are not generally visible shall be constructed in any manner that complies with all applicable 4 building codes. c. Rear elevations i. Rear elevations may be clad in any materials other than those prohibited throughout the district. Article 4:Overlay Districts 4-5 d. Balconies,if included,shall be incorporated into the façade of the structure and shall be constructed of,or clad in metal—including all railings. e. hi order to promote consistency at the pedestrian level,the height of the first floor(floor to ceiling)shall match those of adjoining historic buildings to the greatest extent possible.Taking cues from adjacent buildings for window sill and header heights,cornice lines,awnings,and other decorative features is also highly encouraged. 3. Roofs: In order to remain consistent with other downtown buildings,the use of pitched roofs should be limited to architectural details such as corner features,canopies,decorative window awnings,etc. unless they are visually hidden behind decorative parapets. Exceptions may be made for commercial conversions of existing residential properties and the expansion thereof. 4. Traffic Management:The design and location of proposed street access points shall minimize congestion and loss of on-street parking. 5. Pedestrian Access:The design of the proposed development must provide adequate pedestrian connections within the development.This includes installation of 5 feet minimum width sidewalks along all adjacent streets. Sidewalks shall be designed to be contiguous with adjacent sidewalks on the same block face. If no sidewalks exist on the block,the location/configuration of the new sidewalk shall be at the discretion of the Planning Director and City Engineer. 6. Mechanical Equipment: All major mechanical equipment must be screened by vegetation,fencing, wall or a building feature(i.e.a parapet wall).Minor mechanical equipment such as utility meters and electrical panels shall be located on the back or side of any building and not located on any street face. 4-6 Jeffersonville Unified Development Ordinance 4.6 Tenth Street Overlay District(TSOD) A. District Intent The Tenth Street Overlay District(TSOD)is intended to guide both new development and redevelopment activities along Tenth Street between SpFitig Main St. and Trailer Court.The TSOD aims to: • Support and implement the vision of the Tenth Street Strategic Investment Plan and the Comprehensive Plan • Encourage development of a more pedestrian-friendly business community on Tenth Street. • Promote commercial uses that are compatible with existing adjacent residential neighborhoods. The Plan Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals should strive to support only those uses that enrich the vibrancy and pedestrian experience along the corridor.Plan-C h ld tri "rking B. Boundaries 1. In general,the TSOD consists of properties along Tenth Street from wing Main St.to Trailer Ct. 2. Exhibit E shows the general location of the TSOD. 3. The actual boundaries for the TSOD are shown on the Official Zoning Map.The TSOD is marked with a hatch pattern as designated on the Official Zoning Map's legend. Exhibit E: General Map of the TSOD itFFERSOHVRLE HIGH SCHOOL <W`/ Oak Park warHEH FARM Jeffel so i . PERRIH FAMILY PARK ARRIE v UIeERS q. LAPAAN CLARK EMORI. HOSPITAL -10th St.Traditional Marketplace Overlay =Jeffersonville City Limit Ia EV eAHOMA C A1 QWlby,. PMN SOCE.PARKdIRUIna �',1L t "-_.:" J C. Effect on Uses 1. All uses listed in the Base Zone District are permitted within the TSOD with the exception of those uses listed in Schedule 1 below. 4 2. No use listed in Schedule 1 below shall be permitted as a special exception. 4 Article 4:Overlay Districts 4-7 Schedule 1: List of prohibited uses in the TSOD Commercial Uses: Auto Sales/Services • auto accessory installation • auto impound facility • auto body repair shop • auto repair,major • auto repair,minor • auto parts sales • auto rental • auto sales: limited or no services • auto sales: with showroom and/or full services • auto wash • automobile/truck/bus storage(open air)—no sales • boat sales and services • commercial truck sales • filling/gas station(as accessory use) • motor bus station • recreational vehicle sales and services • salvage yard • small engine repair • truck stop/filling station Commercial Uses: Retail 6(Alcohol/Tobacco Sales) • Alcohol Retail Store • Smoking Retail Store D. Modification to District Development Standards(Article 3) 1. The TSOD does not modify any of the District Development Standards set forth in the Base Zone District. E. Modifications to Other Development Standards 1. The TSOD does not modify any other Development Standards specified for the Base Zone District. F. Ap • • 4-8 Jeffersonville Unified Development Ordinance 4.6 Quartermaster/Census Overlay District(QCOD) A. District Intent The Quartermaster/Census Overlay District (QCOD)is intended to guide both new development and redevelopment activities in and around Quartermaster Station and the Census Bureau site.The QCOD aims to: • Promote commercial uses that are compatible with existing adjacent residential neighborhoods by limiting new automotive uses and other incompatible uses in this area. • Provide additional flexibility to encourage investment and redevelopment in the area. • Encourage unique redevelopment of the Census Bureau site if the Census vacates the area. B. Boundaries 1. In general,the QCOD consists of properties bounded by Spring Street,E. 12th Street,B&O Railroad,Main Street,and properties along E. 10th Street. 2. Exhibit F shows the general location of the QCOD. 3. The actual boundaries for the QCOD are shown on the Official Zoning Map.The QCOD is marked with a hatch pattern as designated on the Official Zoning Map's legend. Exhibit F: General Map of the QCOD Oak Park WAMIMINK Jilt.rsonvill. NM MM. GAMIER ifrfr .aY ck._ ., u rr OM Quartermaster/Census Overlay o)effersonville City Umit Sevnt Et.TE•1 Gtlmn Gar Halt USGS 5l5CaS lx.r5..0.14,r G5 W 1 1\ G nwmr wnm GmniN NOAq hKS COP LetMV<wW1M• N N+ G5 Jr Co ..hty .Ns n. C. Effect on Uses 1. All uses listed in the Base Zone District are permitted within the QCOD with the exception of those uses listed in Schedule 1 below. 2. No use listed in Schedule 1 below shall be permitted as a special exception. 3. In addition to uses permitted in the Base Zone District,all uses listed in Schedule 2 below are permitted within the QCOD. Article 4:Overlay Districts 4-9 Schedule 1: List of prohibited uses in the QCOD Commercial Uses: Auto Sales/Services • auto accessory installation • auto impound facility • auto body repair shop • auto repair,major • auto repair,minor • auto parts sales • auto rental • auto sales: limited or no services • auto sales: with showroom and/or full services • auto wash • automobile/truck/bus storage(open air)—no sales • boat sales and services • commercial truck sales • filling/gas station(as accessory use) • motor bus station • recreational vehicle sales and services • salvage yard • small engine repair • truck stop/filling station Commercial Uses: Retail 6(Alcohol/Tobacco Sales) • Alcohol Retail Store • Smoking Retail Store Schedule 2: List of additional permitted uses in the QCOD Residential Uses • Assisted Living Facility • Dwelling: Duplex • Dwelling: Multi-Family—3-4 units • Dwelling: Multi-Family—5-6 units • Dwelling: Multi-Family—7-12 units • Dwelling: Multi-Family—greater than 12 units Commercial Uses: • All Permitted Uses in the CN (Commercial—Neighborhood)Zone District D. Modification to District Development Standards(Article 3) 1. The QCOD does not modify any of the District Development Standards set forth in the Base Zone District. E. Modifications to Other Development Standards 1. The QCOD does not modify any other Development Standards specified for the Base Zone District. 4-10 Jeffersonville Unified Development Ordinance