Title
Approval of an Ordinance Vacating an Alley Right-of-Way Located in Block 4 of Church’s Subdivision
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Approve on second reading an ordinance to vacate the east-west alley in Block 4 of Church’s Subdivision, and require payment to the City of one-half the appraised value.
Report
Issue:
Whether the City Council should vacate an east-west alley in Block 4 of Church’s Subdivision.
Staff Contact:
Ladd F. Cluff, PLS, City Surveyor, Public Works Engineering, 360.753.8389
Presenter(s):
Ladd F. Cluff, PLS, City Surveyor, Public Works.
Background and Analysis:
Background and analysis did not change from first to second reading.
The majority of property owners in Block 4, Church’s Subdivision, petitioned the City to vacate a twenty (20) foot wide alley right-of-way. On June 20, 2017 Council adopted a resolution to set the date of July 25, 2017 for a Public Hearing to hear public comment regarding the request.
Matthew Solomon (property owner) proposes to develop a portion of Block 4 with two residential homes. The proposed alley vacation allows for the combination of properties separated by the unopened alley.
City and franchise utility staff reviewed and commented on the petition using criteria outlined in Olympia Municipal Code Section 12.16.100. The City does not have current or future plans for the use of this unopened alley. Franchise utilities responded and had no comments.
Staff recommends approving the vacation with the condition that the City be paid one-half of the appraised value.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
The public hearing will provide an opportunity for Council to hear comments from the community regarding the requested vacation.
Options:
Option 1: Move to approve on second reading an ordinance to vacate the east-west alley in Block 4 of Church’s Subdivision, and require payment to the City of one-half the appraised value. This option allows the vacation to occur. Both public and private ownership needs are met.
Option 2: Do not approve on second reading an ordinance to vacate the east-west alley in Block 4 of Church’s Subdivision, and require payment to the City of one-half the appraised value.
Option 3: Reject the vacation request. This option leaves the alley right-of-way as is. Redevelopment of the site may require revision.
Financial Impact:
None
Attachments:
Ordinance
Petition with Exhibits
Vicinity Map
Presentation Exhibits