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Home My WebLink AboutPackets - Council Packets (1893)Town Council Meeting Regular Session September 18, 2024 Town Council Meeting Announcements Upcoming meetings Meetings are subject to change. Check the Town website for meeting status. Stormwater Utility Commission September 19 at 4:00 p.m. Hopi Conference Room Board of Adjustment September 24 at 3:00 p.m. Council Chambers Neighborhood Meeting –OVCN Proposed Expansion September 26 at 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers Planning and Zoning Commission October 1 at 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers Town Council Regular Session October 2 at 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers 4 OV’s Path Forward HELP BUILD OV’S VISION: TAKE THE WORDSMITH CHALLENGE Available on OVPathForward.com until Sept. 30 Upcoming Meetings or Events Thursday, September 19 4:30PM Stone Canyon HOA Meeting Wednesday, September 25 4PM – 6PM Rosati’s Pizza Friday, September 20 4:30PM – 7PM Wilson K-8 Thursday, September 26 5PM – 7PM Naranja Park (near the skate park) Saturday, September 21 10AM – 12PM Tohono Chul/OV’s Children’s Museum Saturday, September 28 5PM – 8PM Bark in the Park Tuesday, September 24 9AM – 12PM Starbucks on Oracle and 1st Town Council Meeting Regular Session September 18, 2024 7 Spotlight on Youth – Addison Branski Town Council Meeting Regular Session September 18, 2024 Improvements to Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve and Maintenance Building Maintenance Yard Conservation Easement – maintenance yard uses must support the operation, maintenance or recreational use of the property Maintenance Building Approximately 6,000 Square Feet 6 Garage Bays Minor Office Space Currently Empty Due to Unstable Roof Small Shed Maintenance Yard Continued 2 Multi-Vehicle/Equipment Carports Used For: Large Vehicle/Utility Trailer Large Mower/Utility Trailer Pull Behind Boom Sprayer Kubota Tractor 2 Kubota Side-by-Side Vehicles Pull Behind Sprayer with Generator Tow Behind Blower Two Landscape Tailers Toro 3500 Deck Mower Brightview Landscaping John Deere Side-by-Side Small Trailer 4 Holding Bays for Rock/Dirt/Sand Maintenance Building Roof Repair $210,000 included in FY 2024/25 Budget Council to determine purpose and use of facility prior to usage of funds If repaired, staff would utilize the building for equipment on previous slide, as well as: Pull Behind Sprayers Tank Sprayers Gas Powered Tools Hand Tools Work Bench to Service Tools T-Posts or Fencing Seed Work Area Proposals Received Standing Seam Metal Roof $183,600 + Underlayment Repairs Concrete Tiles $168,800 + Underlayment Repairs Demolition $123,000 Both Roof Options are Acceptable New Roof Instrumental in Maintaining Town Equipment Recommendation: Standing Seam Metal Roof Lower Maintenance Longer Lasting Presentation to Town Council September 18, 2024 Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve Agenda •Scope of Work •Project Challenges & Opportunities •Discussion Highlights from Stakeholder Meetings •Restoration Area Concept Plan •Desert Garden Area Concept Plan •Next Steps Scope of Work Existing conditions review Stakeholder & council engagement Grant application assistance Concept development Construction documents Construction cost estimates Bidding & contractor selection Project Challenges & Opportunities •Budget - $2M total •Existing conditions •Methodology for restoration •Irrigation strategies Desert Restoration Examples The Waterman Project2017 2018 20222019 Canoa RanchPre-Design Conditions Post-Construction Post-Construction Post-Construction (1 year) Discussion Highlights •Be mindful of impacts to adjacent residences •Irrigation for entire site is unfeasible •Expectations need to be managed and communicated to residents •Consider existing wildlife in the Preserve when generating restoration strategies •Well-preserved habitat on the margins is a benefit (‘Islands of Fertility’) Discussion Highlights •Nearly impossible to completely eradicate Bermuda grass •Consider a variety of soil treatments; removal of topsoil NOT recommended •Take advantage of ‘people-power’ for invasive species removal •Identify small areas that are most likely to be successful for restoration approach •Start work from the outside and work IN – focus on the edges Restoration Concept Plan Desert Garden Area Concept Plan Schedule Questions & Direction regarding Maintenance Building Roof and Concept Plan Town Council Meeting Regular Session September 18, 2024 Public Hearing: Proposed Town Code Amendment to Allow Small Animal Husbandry and Livestock on Residential Properties Town Council September 18, 2024 32 Purpose Proposed code amendment aims to: Ensure compliance with changes to State law. Expand allowances for keeping small animals and livestock. Assure compatibility with neighbors. Review proposed amendments and PZC recommendation. Tonight’s item is for discussion and possible approval. Present Zoning Code changes to Town Council – Public Hearing September 18, 2024 Present Zoning Code changes Planning and Zoning Commission – Public Hearing August 13, 2024 Staff finalized drafting proposed code amendments Governor Hobbs signs House Bill 2325 Backyard Fowl into State law on May 21, 2024 Town Council feedback Study Session on November 1, 2023 Planning and Zoning Commission feedback Study Session on October 3, 2023 Staff research and identification of key topics and best practices Planning and Zoning Commission initiated code amendment project May 4, 2023 We are here 33 Existing Zoning Code Standards to Keep Small Animals and Livestock Zoning District Farms and Ranches (Permitted Use) Farm or Ranch Use Min. Property Size (sq. feet) Permitted Animal Types (Farm and Ranch Uses Only) Livestock Limits Small Animals Limits R1-300 C 144,000 (3.3 Acres)CUP CUP R1-144 P 144,000 (3.3 Acres)1 Livestock per 30,000 sq feet.Unlimited R1-72 C 144,000 (3.3 Acres)CUP CUP R1-43 C 144,000 (3.3 Acres)CUP CUP R1-36 C 144,000 (3.3 Acres)CUP CUP R1-20 C 144,000 (3.3 Acres)CUP CUP R1-10 C 144,000 (3.3 Acres)CUP CUP R1-7 C 144,000 (3.3 Acres)CUP CUP P – Permitted Use; C- Conditional Use; CUP – Limits established via conditional use permit conditions. Livestock: Horses, cows, and similar size animals Small Animal: Poultry, rabbits, and similar sized animals. Existing Zoning Code 34 Keys to Drafting Code Amendments: 1.Research Findings Reviewed existing code, Planned Area Development standards, and HOA regulations. Examined standards from 15 peer jurisdictions. Conducted interviews with S. Arizona municipalities. 2.Study Session Feedback Lot size minimums and setback requirements. Approved animal types and limits. Enforcement and nuisance concerns. 3.State Law HB2325 Preempts the Town from restricting residents from keeping up to six chickens. Properties must be detached single-family. Lots must be one-half acre or less. Allowances are only chickens. Least Restrictive Most Restrictive Minium Lot Area (Sq. Feet) Oro Valley - AZ (Current)144,000 Mesa - AZ 35,000* Oro Valley - AZ (Proposed)20,000 Sahuarita - AZ 8,000 Gilbert - AZ 6,000 Pima County - AZ 6,000 Placer County - CA 5,000 Marana - AZ 1,000 Tucson - AZ 1,000 Minimum Lot Size by Jurisdiction *Keeping of livestock on a parcel less than 35,000 square feet permitted by Hearing Officer or Zoning Administrator. Minimum Lot Size by Jurisdiction for Keeping Small Animals* and Livestock Minimum Lot Size Required (Sq. Feet) Oro Valley (Existing Code)144,000 Mesa 35,000 Oro Valley (Proposed Pre-State Law Changes)**20,000 Sahuarita 8,000 Gilbert 6,000 Pima County 6,000 Placer County, CA 5,000 Marana 1,000 Tucson 1,000 *Small animals include chickens, ducks, geese, rabbits, and similar sized animals. **New State law allows up to six chickens on one-half (21,780 sf.) acre or less. 35 Proposed Code Amendments 1.Expand allowances by zoning districts for: Small Animal Husbandry (non -commercial) Livestock (non-commercial) 2.Limit number of small animals and livestock based on property size and animal type. 3.Establish new code requirements to ensure compatibility and mitigate nuisances. Image Source: The Kansas City Star Image Source: OurOneAcreFarm.com – J. Pesaturo Image Source: Online Image Source: Online 36 Proposed Code Amendment #1: Zoning Districts Separate agriculture uses for “Small Animal Husbandry” and “Livestock.” Allowances based on zoning districts and specific to animal type Small animal vs livestock. Properties in purple are required by State law. Proposed Amendments Permitted Uses – Agricultural Uses Zoning Districts Specific Use Category: R1- 300 R1- 144 R1- 72 R1- 43 R1- 36 R1- 20 R1- 10 R1- 7 SDH- 6 R-S R-6 Commercial Stables C C C Farms and Ranches C P C C C C C C Selling of Products Raised on the Premises P Small Animal Husbandry (Non-Commercial) A A A A A A A A A A A Livestock (Non-Commercial) A A A A A A P – Permitted Use; A – Ancillary; C- Conditional Use; CUP – Limits established via conditional use permit conditions. Required by State law for chickens only. 37 Proposed Amendment #2: Property Size and Animal Types Limits are based on animal type and lot size. Establishes limits not defined by Zoning Code. Addresses State law requirements for chickens. Multiple animal type permitted on larger lots. Proposed limits incorporated feedback from the PZC and TC Bee boxes and pot-bellied pigs moved to larger lot minimums. PZC recommended conditional approval Enable a maximum of 4 miniature goats on properties 36,000 sq feet to 143,999 sq feet. Goats measuring less than 23” in height and typically Pygmy and Nigerian Dwarf breeds. 38 Proposed Amendment #3: Property Standards & Requirements Property Standards and Requirements Enclosure location is based on animal size: Small animal husbandry restricted to the rear yard. Livestock are allowed in the front, side, or rear yard. Enclosure setback standards: Small animal husbandry: main building standards. For properties one-half acre or less, chicken enclosures must be at least 20’ from neighbors. •Setback reductions for chicken enclosures must be approved and limited the longest distance feasible. Livestock: detached accessory buildings. Requirements for nuisance prevention: Male fowl, including roosters, are prohibited. Feed must be stored in insect and rodent-proof containers. Enclosures must be maintained, and manure picked up at least twice a week. Zoning Code Standards and Requirements State Law Provisions Chicken Only (21,780 sf. and less) OV Proposed Amendments Small Ag. Animals (21,780 sf. or more) OV Proposed Amendments Livestock (36,000 sf. or more) Small animals and livestock are prohibited from running at large. Yes Yes Yes A fence or structure is required to contain small animals and livestock. Yes Yes Yes Enclosures areas are limited in size. Yes - 200 sf. max. area; 8 ft. max. height Yes - Per Existing Zoning District Standards Yes - Per Existing Zoning District Standards Enclosures are limited in height. Yes - 200 sf. max. area; 8 ft. max. height Yes - Per Existing Zoning District Standards Yes - Per Existing Zoning District Standards 39 Impacts to Oro Valley Applicability of proposed amendment: Many properties under 20,000 sq feet are located within Homeowner’s Association (HOA) communities. HOA regulations commonly prohibit residents from keeping small animals and livestock. State law applies to municipal regulations and does not preempt HOAs from adopting restrictions. Regulation and enforcement: Minimal impact to Town staff time and resources is anticipated. Zoning staff Oro Valley Police Department Pima County Animal Control 40 Planning and Zoning Commission Recommendation Public Hearing was held on August 13. Commission recommended conditional approval, subject to revising the livestock allowances: “…to enable a maximum of four miniature goats, excluding males, on properties 36,000 square feet to 143,999 square feet.” This condition has been incorporated into the proposed code amendment. “Miniature goats are defined as goat breeds such as "Pygmy" and "Nigerian Dwarf" measuring no more than twenty-three (23) inches in height at the shoulder at normal stance.” Left: Saanen doe, full size goat ~ 35” in height. Right: Nigerian Dwarf doe, miniature goat ~ 22” in height. Image Source: Online 41 Summary & Recommendation Proposed code amendments aim to: Ensure the Town is compliant with recent changes to State law. Expand allowances by zoning districts for: •Small Animal Husbandry (non-commercial) •Livestock (non-commercial) Limit number of small animals and livestock based on property size and animal type. Establish new code requirements to ensure compatibility and mitigate nuisances. PZC recommended conditional approval, subject to: “Revising livestock allowances to enable a maximum of four miniature goats on properties 36,000 sq feet to 139,999 sq feet.” Town Council Meeting Regular Session September 18, 2024