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12192005 December 19, 2005 December 19, 2005 - The regular scheduled meeting of Mayor and Council was held at Smyrna City Hall. The meeting was called to order by presiding officer Mayor A. Max Bacon at 7:30 o'clock p.m. All council members were present. Also present were City Administrator Wayne Wright, City Clerk Susan Hiott, City Attorney Scott Cochran, Assistant Fire Chief Sam Wehunt, Public Works Director Scott Stokes, Police Chief Stan Hook, Library Director Michael Seigler, Parks and Recreation Director Steve Ciaccio, Keep Smyrna Beautiful Director Ann Kirk, Human Resources Director Chris Corey, City Engineer Ken Hildebrandt, Community Development Director Chris Miller, Community Relations Director Jennifer Bennett, Finance Director David Boyd and representatives of the press. Invocation was given by Reverend Barbara Hatchell from First United Methodist Church, followed by the pledge to the flag. AGENDA CHANGES: Mayor Bacon stated that agenda item 4 C (Public Hearing - Rezoning Request Z05-033 - GC to RAD Conditional- 5.55 Acre Tract - Camp Highland Road - Traton of Georgia, LLC) will be tabled until the January 17, 2006 council meeting. Mayor Bacon stated two items will be added to the consent agenda. * MOTlON: Council Member Scoggins made a motion to suspend the rules for addition of items to the consent agenda. The motion was seconded by Council Member Wood. Motion was approved 7 - O. - *MOTlON: Council Member Scoggins made a motion to add items E (Authorize acquisition of property at 2925 Atlanta Road at appraised value) and F (Approval of name for newly acquired property on Spring Road near Anderson Circle) to the consent agenda. The motion was seconded by Council Member Smith. Motion was approved 7 - o. MAYOR'S REPORT: Mayor Bacon recognized Principal Ford and student members of the Belmont Hills Elementary School Choir. The Choir performed a selection of holiday favorites for those present. Mayor Bacon recognized Mr. Mike Terry and Mrs. Lillie Wood representing the Taylor-Brawner House Foundation (TBH), and commended them for the efforts TBH has made to raise funds and awareness for the preservation ofthe historic Taylor House. Mayor Bacon recognized Mr. Pat Terry, and thanked him for his contributions to the TBH effort. Mayor Bacon read a Proclamation in Recognition of Songwriter Pat Terry to those present, and presented the Proclamation and the National Community Service Medallion to Mr. Terry. Mr. Terry thanked Mayor Bacon, and stated being associated with TBH has been a privilege. Presentation of FY 2005 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report - Mr. Wright stated the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) is a report on the state of the City's finances, and that every year the services of an independent auditing concern are engaged to conduct this task. Council Member Wood recognized Ms. Galvis and Mr. McGrath from Moore and Cubbage, LLC (MC) and Mr. Boyd, and Ms. Galvis provided details of the December 19, 2005 2 CAFR to those present. Council Member Scoggins asked Ms. Galvis if she is of the opinion that the City conforms to generally accepted financial management principles, and Ms. Galvis answered in the affirmative. Ms. Galvis provided examples to those present of various financial control standards the City is in compliance with. Council Member Wood provided details to those present concerning the City's bond rating. Council Member Lnenicka asked Ms. Galvis if the City staff was cooperative during the audit and CAFR process, and Ms. Galvis answered in the affirmative. Council Member Wood stated the City's Finance Department has received the Government Finance Officers Association Award for excellence in financial reporting for the past fourteen years. Mayor Bacon stated copies ofthe CAFR are available for inspection by the public at City Hall. Council Member Lnenicka asked Ms. Galvis if the City's finances are in good general order, and Ms. Galvis answered in the affirmative. - MOTION: Council Member Wood made a motion to accept the FY 2005 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report as presented. The motion was seconded by Council Member Lnenicka. Motion was approved 7 - O. LAND ISSUES/ZONINGS/ANNEXATIONS: (A) Public Hearing - Rezoning Request Z05-016 - R-15 to RAD Conditional- 1.98 Acre Tract - 1102 Bank Street - Pritchard Properties, LLC Mr. Wright stated the applicant proposes to build eight single-family at a density of 4.04 units per acre on the subject tract. Mr. Wright stated the Planning and Zoning Board (PZB) voted to recommend approval of this proposal. Mr. Wright stated it is believed that a previous dispute between the property title holder and the applicant has been resolved. Mr. Wright stated staff recommends approval of this rezoning request subject to a number of conditions. - Mayor Bacon stated this is a public hearing and asked for public comment, and the oath was administered to at least one person by Mr. Cochran. At Council Member Scoggins' request, Mr. Pritchard provided details to those present concerning the plans of Pritchard Properties, LLC (PPL) for the subject property. Mr. Pritchard stated at least four of the proposed structures will have design features intended to appeal to mature occupants. Mr. Pritchard stated PPL is in agreement with the standard and special stipulations formulated by staff for this proposed development. Council Member Scoggins asked Mr. Pritchard what the selling prices of the houses will be, and Mr. Pritchard stated the selling prices ofthe houses will start at around $500,000 each. Mayor Bacon recognized Mr. Joe Bland, residing at 1130 Bank Street, and Mr. Bland asked Council Member Scoggins if the zoning condition information he submitted for consideration has been reviewed, and Council Member Scoggins answered in the affirmative. Mr. Bland read his letter dated December 5, 2005 pertaining to stipulations of the rezoning request under consideration to those present. (Clerk's Note: A copy of this letter is appended hereto as Exhibit A) Mr. Pritchard stated the City's arborist is of the view that cryptomeria trees may not be the best choice for the landscape buffer, and that some suitable alternative may be substituted. Council Member McNabb asked Mr. Pritchard ifhe accepts a requirement to remove the large oak tree and its residual stump near Mr. Bland's property as a special stipulation of rezoning, and Mr. Pritchard answered in the affirmative. Council Member Lnenicka asked Mr. Bland ifhe is in -- December 19,2005 3 favor of approval of this rezoning subject to his requested conditions, and Mr. Bland answered in the affirmative. - MOTION: Council Member Scoggins made a motion to approve Rezoning Request Z05-016 from R-15 to RAD Conditional for a 1.98 acre tract at 1102 Bank Street for Pritchard Properties, LLC subject to standard and special conditions formulated by staff and those requested by Mr. Bland with the provision staff work with the applicant on the buffer tree species adjacent to Mr. Bland's property. The motion was seconded by Council Member Pritchett. (Clerk's Note: A copy of the stipulations is appended hereto as Exhibit B) Motion was approved 7 - O. (B) Public Hearing - Rezoning Request Z05-032 - R-15 and GC to RAD Conditional- 7.65 Acre Tract - Oak Drive - Southeast Real Estate Acquisitions, LLC Mr. Wright stated the original redevelopment plan for the subject property entailed construction of91 townhouses at a density of 11.89 units per acre. Mr. Wright stated the PZB recommended approval of the rezoning for 62 units at a density 8.12 units per acre. Mr. Wright stated staff recommends approval of the rezoning for 71 units at a density of9.28 units per acre subject to a number of conditions. Mayor Bacon stated this is a public hearing and asked for public comment. There was none. - Council Member Wood recognized Mr. Levinson, representing Southeast Real Estate Acquisitions, LLC (SRA), and at Council Member Wood's request, Mr. Levinson provided details to those present concerning SRA's plans for the subject property. Mayor Bacon asked Mr. Levinson if SRA would consider a stipulation restricting parking of cars on the streets of the proposed development. Mr. Levinson provided details to those present concerning guest parking spaces included in the development plan. Mr. Levinson stated there will be a mandatory homeowners association (HOA) for the development, and that the HOA covenants may be able to address parking concerns. Council Member Lnenicka asked Mr. Levinson why he believes SRA is unable to obtain a sewer connection for this project. Mr. Rhino explained that exploration of every possible means of obtaining a sewer connection for the project has been unproductive. Mr. Hildebrandt stated the topography of the subject tract limits the options for sewer service, and that it appears that a pumping station may be the only solution. Council Member Lnenicka asked what back-up measures to the pumping station would be required. Mr. Hildebrandt stated the pumping station could include alarm measures which would notify a responsible entity of any potential problems. Council Member Smith asked if an overflow tank could be built into the pumping station to contain possible spills. Mr. Hildebrandt stated some safety measures are required for pumping stations. Mr. Cochran stated there is a proposed document which states the pumping station is a privately maintained facility for which the HOA is responsible. Mr. Cochran stated this documentation will demonstrate that the City is not responsible for the pumping station. Council Member Wood stated that special condition 17 will read as follows: The private pump station shall be controlled and maintained by the Homeowners Association. There shall be a clear indication on the subdivision plat and a provision of the restrictive covenants specifying the private nature of the pump station. - Council Member Lnenicka asked if the City will be protected if the HOA covenants expire under Georgia law, and Mr. Cochran answered in the affirmative. Mr. Cochran stated the plat filed in December 19,2005 4 the court will not expire. Mr. Cochran stated information on the plat will be included with the closing documents for every unit. Mr. Cochran stated the restrictive HOA covenants and plat information will notify the home owners of the zoning stipulations concerning the private pump station. Council Member Lnenicka asked if additional language should be added to the stipulations concerning the design and installation of the pumping station, and Mr. Miller stated that such information could be included. - MOTION: Council Member Wood made a motion to table Rezoning Request Z05-032 from R-15 and GC to RAD Conditional for a 7.65 acre tract near Oak Drive for Southeast Real Estate Acquisitions, LLC until the January 3, 2006 council meeting. The motion was seconded by Council Member Smith. Motion to table the measure was approved 7 - O. (C) Public Hearing - Rezoning Request Z05-033 - GC to RAD Conditional- 5.55 Acre Tract - Camp Highland Road - Traton of Georgia, LLC Mayor Bacon stated this is a public hearing and asked for public comment. There was none. MOTION: Council Member Wood made a motion to table Rezoning Request Z05-033 from GC to RAD Conditional for a 5.55 acre tract at Camp Highland Road for Traton of Georgia, LLC until the January 17,2006 council meeting. The motion was seconded by Council Member Lnenicka. Motion to table the measure was approved 7 - O. PRIVILEGE LICENSE: (A) Public Hearing - Privilege License Request - Alcoholic Beverage, Retail Pouring (Beer & Wine) - Las Lomas, Inc. - 3120 South Cobb Drive - Cecilia Balderas Flores, Agent Applicant - Mr. Wright stated that inquiry conducted by the City police department disclosed no information which would issuance ofthe requested license. Mayor Bacon stated this is a public hearing and asked for public comment. There was none. Council Member McNabb asked Ms. Flores if she has read the City's alcoholic beverage ordinance and if she understands it, and Ms. Flores answered in the affirmative. Council Member McNabb advised Ms. Flores that local law enforcement authorities periodically conduct undercover inquiries at businesses which sell alcoholic beverages to gage the compliance of these business operators with alcoholic beverage sales regulations. Council Member McNabb asked Mr. Cochran if distance requirements for licensing this establishment have been met, and Mr. Cochran answered in the affirmative. Council Member McNabb expressed concerns about traffic conditions at the subject location and the establishment's proximity to a church. MOTION: Council Member McNabb made a motion to approve the privilege license request for alcoholic beverage sales for retail pouring of beer and wine for Las Lomas, Inc. at 3120 South Cobb Drive for Cecilia Balderas Flores as agent. The motion was seconded by Council Member Scoggins. Motion to table the measure was approved 7 - o. - December 19, 2005 5 FORMAL BUSINESS: (A) Appointment of Planning and Zoning Board Members - 1. Mayor's Appointment Mayor Bacon stated he wishes to reappoint Mr. Mike Terry to the post of chairman ofthe PZB. MOTION: Council Member Scoggins made a motion to reappoint Mr. Mike Terry as chairman of the Planning and Zoning Board for a two-year term to expire December 31, 2007. The motion was seconded by Council Member Wood. Motion was approved 7 - O. 2. Ward 2 Appointment MOTION: Council Member Newcomb made a motion to reappoint Ms. Andrea Blustein to another term as Ward 2 representative to the Planning and Zoning Board for a two-year term to expire December 31, 2007. The motion was seconded by Council Member Pritchett. Motion was approved 7 - O. 3. Ward 5 Appointment MOTION: Council Member Smith made a motion to reappoint Mr. Randy Rink to another term as Ward 5 representative to the Planning and Zoning Board for a two-year term to expire December 31, 2007. The motion was seconded by Council Member Wood. Motion was approved 7 - O. ... 4. Ward 6 Appointment MOTION: Council Member Lnenicka made a motion to reappoint Mr. Don Mitchell to another term as Ward 6 representative to the Planning and Zoning Board for a two-year term to expire December 31,2007. The motion was seconded by Council Member Wood. Motion was approved 7 - O. (B) Approval of Parks and Recreation Commission Members 1. Mayor's Appointment Mayor Bacon stated he wishes to appoint Mr. Brad Hawkins as his representative to the Parks and Recreation Commission. MOTION: Council Member Lnenicka made a motion to appoint Mr. Brad Hawkins to a term as the Mayor's representative to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a two-year term to expire December 31, 2007. The motion was seconded by Council Member Wood. Motion was approved 7 - O. 2. Ward 4 Appointment - MOTION: Council Member Mcnabb made a motion to reappoint Ms. Paula Weeks to another term as the Ward 4 representative to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a two-year term to expire December 31, 2007. The motion was seconded by Council Member Wood. Motion was approved 7 - O. December 19.2005 6 3. Ward 5 Appointment MOTION: Council Member Smith made a motion to reappoint Mr. Dale LaValley to another term as the Ward 5 representative to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a two-year term to expire December 31, 2007. The motion was seconded by Council Member Wood. Motion was approved 7 - O. - (C) Appointment of Keep Smyrna Beautiful Members 1. Ward 2 Appointment MOTION: Council Member Newcomb made a motion to reappoint Ms. Dale Holmes to another term as the Ward 2 representative to the Keep Smyrna Beautiful Commission for a two-year term to expire December 31, 2007. The motion was seconded by Council Member Pritchett. Motion was approved 7 - O. 2. Ward 3 Appointment MOTION: Council Member Scoggins made a motion to reappoint Ms. Sandi Sands to another term as the Ward 3 representative to the Keep Smyrna Beautiful Commission for a two-year term to expire December 31, 2007. The motion was seconded by Council Member Pritchett. Motion was approved 7 - O. COMMERCIAL BUILDING PERMITS: (A) 4,426 sJ. Bank Building - 4425 South Cobb Drive - C43 Construction Company - MOTION: Council Member Lnenicka made a motion to approve a commercial building permit for a 4,426 s.f. bank building at 4425 South Cobb Drive for C43 Construction Company for Flagstar Bank. The motion was seconded by Council Member Wood. Motion was approved 7 -0. CONSENT AGENDA: (A) Approval of December 5, 2005 minutes (B) Approval ofthe Shift Differential for Police Officers Staff recommends creating a shift pay differential for police officers working nightshifts, detectives working evening shifts, and a premium for motorcycle officers and field training officers. The annual cost for this proposal is approximately $75,000; implementation is recommended December 18, 2005. (C) Authorize acquisition of property at 2975 Atlanta Road at appraised value (D) Authorize City of Smyrna to enter into an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Sandy Springs for library services and authorize Mayor to sign and execute all necessary documents *(E) Authorize acquisition of property at 2925 Atlanta Road at appraised value - December 19,2005 7 *(F) Approval of name for newly acquired property on Spring Road near Anderson Circle The subject property is to be named for Phagan Durham. - MOTION: Council Member Wood made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion was seconded by Council Member Scoggins. Motion was approved 7 - O. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Council Member Pritchett recognized Mr. Stokes, and Mr. Stokes provided details to those present concerning recent Public Works Department projects. At Council Member Lnenicka's request, Mr. Stokes provided details to those present concerning the holiday sanitation service schedule. Council Member Pritchett recognized Mr. Hildebrandt, and Mr. Hildebrandt provided details to those present concerning planned projects in the City to be funded through the Special Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST). Council Member Pritchett recognized Ms. Kirk, and Ms. Kirk provided details to those present regarding the upcoming Christmas tree recycling program. Ms. Kirk provided details to those present concerning the holiday schedule for the Recycling Center. Ms. Kirk thanked the KSB commission members for their service to the community. Council Member Pritchett wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Council Member Newcomb recognized Mr. Miller, and Mr. Miller had no report. Council Member Newcomb wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. - Council Member Scoggins wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Council Member Scoggins recognized Ms. Hiott, and Ms. Hiott provided details to those present concerning recent court services operations. Ms. Hiott stated an amnesty program is presently in effect for persons who have failed to appear in court in response to a summons, and that this program has been an effective means of resolving a large number of pending cases. Council Member McNabb wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a safe New Year. Council Member McNabb reminded everyone to be mindful of those who are serving abroad in the U.S. armed services during this holiday season. Council Member McNabb recognized Mr. Seigler, and Mr. Seigler provided details to those present concerning current library programs and the upcoming holiday schedule for the City Library. Council Member McNabb recognized Mr. Ciaccio, and Mr. Ciaccio provided details to those present regarding planned recreational activities and other City events, as well as the upcoming holiday schedule for the Parks and Recreation Department. Council Member McNabb recognized Ms. Bennett, and Ms. Bennett provided details to those present concerning a new feature on the City website dedicated to local schools. Ms. Bennett stated a link will also be available on the website for information on school bus routes and schedules and other information regarding school districts. .. December 19.2005 8 Council Member Smith recognized Mr. Corey, and Mr. Corey referred interested persons to the City website for information concerning positions for which the City is currently recruiting. Mr. Corey stated vouchers for flu shots from Emory Adventist Hospital are available for City employees. Mr. Corey provided details to those present regarding the City Christmas banquet - scheduled this week. Council Member Smith thanked the staff members for their service to the City, and wished everyone a Merry Christmas. Council Member Lnenicka recognized Assistant Fire Chief Sam Wehunt, and Assistant Fire Chief Wehunt provided details to those present concerning the new Fire Station 3 facility and the recent Shop with a Firefighter activities for the benefit of local children. Council Member Lnenicka recognized Chief Hook, and Chief Hook provided details and statistics to those present concerning recent City police operations. Chief Hook thanked the present officials for approving the differential pay for City police personnel. Council Member Lnenicka reminded those present that commemorative pavers at the Veterans Memorial are still available for subscription. Council Member Lnenicka thanked Mr. Bill Driscoll at J. W. Kickerz for the recent Rockfor Tots benefit event held at his establishment in conjunction with the U.S. Marines. Council Member Lnenicka wished his mother a happy birthday. Council Member Lnenicka stated there will be a variance hearing at the January 3 council meeting concerning a proposed redevelopment of the Deville Apartments property into townhouses. Council Member Lnenicka stated this proposal could be beneficial for the community. - Council Member Lnenicka wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Council Member Wood recognized Mr. Boyd, and Mr. Boyd commented favorably about the Finance Department personnel and other City staff members. Council Member Wood wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Mr. Wright wished everyone a Merry Christmas. CITIZENS INPUT: There was none. Mayor Bacon wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Mayor Bacon thanked Pat Terry once again for his assistance to the Taylor-Brawner House Foundation. ADJOURNMENT: With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10: 10 p.m. -- December 19,2005 - ~ A. MAX BACON, MAYOR \ -, 0 i}"/ I I 0-- - ./ // / >%v'\J ..y/~)( JIMMY D. SMITH, W ARD~ , // - 'Ik~ CHARLES PETE WOOD, WARD 7 - 9 ~Q6~ J .~~J~ RON NEWCOMB, WARD 2 MIC ~ . . ", ,-- i.....______. WADE S. LNENICKA, ARD 6 1/2005 TUB ~: OS FAX 404515223C December 19, 2005 Exhibit A December 5, 2005 - To: Councilman Bill Scoggins Re: Stipulations - 1102 Bank Street This is the request of Joseph Bland, 1130 Bank Street, for stipulations in reference to rezoning of 1102 Bank Street, Case 205-016. 1. Wrought iron and brick column fence along front (Bank Street) of property and at least ?O' along East side of property (Joseph Bland side). 2. The remaining Joseph Bland property to be fenced with 5 foot high, black chain link fence, with top and bottom support ralls. This fence to be similar to accompanying photo. - 3. Joseph Bland will continue same fencing to the comer of his East-side property line in the rear, at Joseph Bland's expense. 4. Also, an evergreen landscape buffer consisting of 8 to 10 foot Cryptomeria trees installed in a staggered manner on 5 foot centers along case Z05-016 chain link fence line East-side (Bland side). 5. The large oak tee dividing the proposed rezoned property and Bland property to be removed at the developer's expense including grinding of the remaining stump. .~. _... J....-.~..;.-:-~;; 0::.~~-! ~ .... ...... ~ "'~'c.. .., .411/I .-...... . ._'. .."'" :...:;....:...::::~,..'..:,.. .. - ~C~l/OCl tL December 19, 2005 10 - Exhibit B Rezoning Request Z05-0 16 - R-15 to RAD Conditional - 1.98 Acre Tract - 1102 Bank Street - Pritchard Properties, LLC Zoning Stipulations Standard Conditions (Requirement #2,8, and 17 from Section 1201 ofthe Zoning Code is not applicable) 1. The composition of the homes in a residential subdivision shall include a mixture of elements including; but not limited to: brick, stone, shake, hardy plank and stucco. No elevation shall be comprised of 100% hardy plank siding. The residences whose lots abut external roadways shall not be permitted to utilize hardy plank for any elevation facing these roads. 2. There shall be protective covenants with a mandatory homeowners association on all lots. These protective covenants shall be supplied to the City prior to the issuance of a building permit. 3. The developer shall provide at least 200 square feet of common space per lot. This common space shall be developed with improvements for the residential subdivision such as: gazebos, fountains, recreational/playground equipment or walking trails. The common space shall be controlled and maintained by the Homeowners Association - 4. The detention pond shall be placed and screened appropriately to be unobtrusive to homes inside and outside the development. The storm water detention plan shall be designed to create at least a 10% reduction in a 100-year storm event. The City Engineer shall approve all plans. 5. All utilities within the development shall be underground. 6. The developer shall be responsible for any traffic improvements (including additional right-of-way dedications) deemed necessary by either the City or the County during construction plan review. Sidewalks shall be provided by the developer inside the subdivision and outside the subdivision adjacent to any public right-of-way consistent with City's requirements for the extent of the development. A grass buffer with a minimum width of 2' shall be provided between the back of curb and sidewalk. The grass buffer may be waived if it is deemed unnecessary by the City Engineer. 7. A strip of brick pavers or stamped concrete shall be installed on the street at the subdivision entrance for a minimum distance of 20 feet. 8. The development of any streets (including private) shall conform to the City's standards for public right-of-ways. 9. No debris may be buried on any lot or common area. - December 19.2005 11 10. The developer will install decorative streetlights within the development, subject to approval by the City Engineer. Utilization of low intensity, environmental type lighting, the illumination of which shall be confined within the perimeter of the subject property through the use of "full-cutoff lighting". - 11. The developer will comply with the City's current tree ordinance (unless noted elsewhere). All required tree protection measures shall be adhered to by the developer during construction. 12. All landscape plans must be prepared, stamped, and signed by a Georgia Registered Landscape Architect for any common areas or entrances. 13. All yards and common areas are to be sodded, and landscaped. Irrigate as appropriate. 14. All single-family and/or duplex residential lots shall provide the following at the time of certificate of occupancy: either four 3" caliper trees or three 4" caliper trees. The following species of trees may be used: Nuttall Oak, Swamp Chestnut Oak, Allee Elm, and Village Green Zelkova. Other species may be used if approved by the City. Special Conditions 15. The development shall maintain the following setbacks: Bank Street - 20' Proposed Road - 10' from the back of sidewalk Interior Side - 10' Interior Rear - 15' Exterior (Development's east, south, & west property lines) - 15' - 16. Driveway - 22' minimum length from building face to edge of sidewalk. Each unit shall have a two-car garage. 17. The right-of-way along Bank Street shall be increased to 50 feet to match other residential road right-of-ways. Therefore a dedication of 5 feet is required. 18. The proposed private road right-of-way shall be 50 feet to match other residential road right-of-ways. The pavement radius for the cul-de-sac shall be 40 feet, per the request of the Fire Marshall. 19. A minimum pavement radius of 40' shall be provided for fire truck turnaround. 20. Homes on Lot 1 and 8 shall employ architectural features on the side elevations facing Bank Street so that they mirror the front elevations. 21. No outside storage shall be permitted, with the exception of firewood and lawn furnishings, or as otherwise prohibited in the protective covenants. 22. Each home shall provide a step-less entry and have doorways with a minimum clear width of32". -