Planning Commission Meeting Minutes

T a n e y C o u n t y P l a n n in g C o m m is s io n
P. O. Box 383 * Forsyth, Missouri 65653
Phone: 417 546-7225 / 7226 • Fax:417546-6861
website: www. tcmeycounty.org

MINUTES
TANEY COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
PUBLIC HEARING
MONDAY, APRIL 10, 2017, 6:00 P.M.
COUNTY COMMISSION HEARING ROOM
TANEY COUNTY COURTHOUSE

Call to Order:
Chairman Steve Adams called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. A quorum was
established with eight members present. They were: Steve Adams, Dave Stewart, Doug
Faubion, Rick Caudill, Randy Haes, Howard Kitchen, Randy Fogle, and George Cramer.
Staff present: Scott Starrett and Bonita Kissee-Soutee.

Mr. Starrett read a statement outlining the procedures for the meeting and
presented the exhibits.

Public Hearings:
133 N. Tuscany Drive Vacation Rental: a request by Jonathan George to operate
a nightly rental from an existing single-family dwelling at Branson Creek Development.
Mr. George presented at packet of information and discussed the contract he signed
when he purchased the property, showing in his opinion nightly rental was allowed at
this site. Mr. Starrett read the staff report and presented maps and pictures of the site.
Sondra Strange discussed the covenants and pointed out that they do not allow nightly
rentals. Further discussion followed. Wes Hoffman who lives at Branson Creek moved to
the property in 2014. He stated he didn't know when he bought the property that
nightly rentals were allowed. He doesn't feel the properties are designed for nightly
rentals, and he also discussed parking. Ed Fisher who also lives in the neighborhood
pointed out the advantages of full time residency. Gordon Glass another property owner
spoke in opposition to the request, stating that parking is a problem, poor
management, covenants, and incompatibility. Mr. Faubion asked if there was an active
HOA. Mr. Glass stated that it was not active. Mr. Cramer asked if a permanent resident
was doing the same things as a nightly renter did, what would the property owners do
about it. Mr. Glass stated that they could call the sheriff or the HOA. Mr. Caudill asked if
the problems were being addressed would the property owners feel better about the
nightly rentals. Mr. Glass stated that they wouldn't. Neil Murphy read a prepared
statement addressing his opposition to the request. Mr. Faubion stated that the
property owners should mistrust the people who sold them their property. Mr. George
addressed the questions brought forth by the property owners and Commission. After
discussion the public hearing was closed. This project will proceed to final vote next
week.
 360 Lone Pine Nightly Rental: a request by Leta Young to operate nightly rental
from an existing single-family dwelling. Mr. Starrett read the staff report and presented
maps and pictures of the site. Ms. Young was present. Mr. Caudill asked if there were
any other nightly rentals in the neighborhood. Mr. Starrett stated that there was one
other one approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Young asked if the approval could
be transferred to a new owner. The Planning Commission stated that special use
permits couldn't be transferred. Discussion followed. Mr. Faubion clarified that Ms.
Young is acting as the agent for the new owners. John West representing the other
property owners read a statement opposing the use of nightly rental. Some of his
concerns were; narrowness of the roads, slope, parking, and compatibility. Ms. Young
addressed the concerns. After discussion the public hearing was closed. This project will
proceed to final vote next week.

Western Taney County Fire Protection District: a request to construct a duplex
for two families with living quarters for three fire fighters and a fire station on property
located at 300 Windmill Road. Mr. Starrett read the staff report and presented maps
and pictures of the site. Jim Single was present to represent the fire district. Mr.
Stewart asked if there would be full time firefighters present. Mr. Single stated that they
would be part time. Discussion followed. Mr. Kitchen discussed location and stated that
the fire district does a great job and this is greatly needed in this area. After discussion
the public hearing was closed. This request will proceed to final vote next week.

Reece Nightly Rental: a request to operate a nightly rental business on property
located at the Corner of Majestic and Lenhart Roads. The applicant would build a five
bedroom single family home if approved. Mr. Starrett read the staff report and
presented maps and pictures of the site. The applicant was not present. Two people
signed up to speak. Janna Hilt who lives in the neighborhood spoke in favor of the
request. Marc Rys who also lives in the neighborhood spoke against the request
because of the added traffic, and parking, and noise. Mr. Fogle stated that the water
district name has changed. Dave Stewart made a motion to table until next month.
Seconded by Randy Haes. This project will be heard next month.

Essential Therapeutic Massage: a request to operate a massage therapy business
from an existing garage on property located off Beeler Road. Mr. Starrett read the staff
report and presented maps and pictures of the site. Mr. and Mrs. Judd were present.
Mr. Kitchen asked about signage. Mrs. Judd stated she didn't need a sign because her
business is word of mouth. There might be a small sign by the door, so customers
would know where to go. With no other discussion this project will proceed to final vote
next week.

Deer Crossing Nightly Rental: a request to operate a nightly rental business on
property located off Jones Road. Mr. Starrett read the staff report and presented
pictures, additional information from the applicant and maps of the site. Valerie Budd
was present to represent the project. Mr. Kitchen asked Mr. Starrett why this wouldn't
be a Division III Permit instead of a special use permit. Mr. Starrett answered that each
approval stands on its own. Mr. Stewart discussed building on lot lines. Ms. Budd stated
that one structure would be built on two lots. The availability of water was discussed.
Mr. Caudill discussed the property seeming like a resort. Mr. Haes asked if there w as
another road besides Seiler would be accessed. There is another option for access.
Plans are to save as many trees as possible. With no other discussion this project will
proceed to final vote next week.

Old and New Business:
Echo Hollow Estates; a request by Audrey Anderson for an extension on an
approval given in 2015 to develop a 24 lot subdivision to be used as nightly rental
located south of State Highway 165 and immediately west of Cedar Glade Road. Mrs.
Anderson and her son were present. Mr. Starrett clarified the request and presented
the history of the project. Mr. Caudill discussed availability of water pressure. Mr.
Anderson stated that an engineer was consulted regarding water for the project and
had DNR approval. After discussion a motion was made to extend the project for two
years by Mr. Cramer. Seconded by Mr. Kitchen. The vote to approve was unanimous.

Mr. Stewart welcomed Mr. Starrett as the new Administrator.

Discussion followed regarding the emails from the Branson Creek residents.

Mr. Cramer stated that something should be done to facilitate changing owners
after a special use permit has been given. Discussion followed.

Mr. Adams asked if we have anything from the County Commission regarding the
new Code. Mr. Starrett has a meeting with them next week.

Mr. Caudill was concerned about approving some nightly rentals in a certain area
and not approving one. Discussion followed.

Adjournment:
With no other business on the agenda for April 10, 2017 the meeting adjourned
at 8 :3 4 p.m.
TANEY T a n e y C o u n t y P l a n n in g C o m m is s io n
E O. Box 383 ° Forsyth, Missouri 65653
Phone: 417 546-7225 / 7226 • Fax:417546-6861
COUNTY website: www. tcmcycounty. arg

MINUTES
TANEY COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, APRIL 17, 2017, 6:00 P.M.
COUNTY COMMISSION HEARING ROOM
TANEY COUNTY COURTHOUSE

Call to Order:
Chairman Steve Adams called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. A quorum was
established with nine Planning Commissioners present. They were; Steve Adams, Dave
Stewart, Rick Caudill, Doug Faubion, George Cramer, Randy Fogle, Howard Kitchen,
Brad Lawrence, and Randy Haes. Staff present: Scott Starrett and Bonita Kissee-Soutee.

Mr. Starrett read a statement outlining the procedures for the meeting and
presented the exhibits.

Review and Action:
Minutes, March 2017; With no additions or corrections a motion was made by
Mr. Flaes to approve the minutes as written. Seconded by Mr. Cramer. The vote to
approve the minutes was unanimous.

Final Votes:
133 N. Tuscany Dr. Vacation Rental; request by Jonathan George to operate a
nightly rental business on property at Branson Creek Development. Mr. Starrett clarified
the request and presented the map of the property. Mr. Starrett read the staff
recommendations. Mr. George was present. Mr. Cramer asked how long it had been
rented, and if there had ever been any problems. With no further discussion a motion
was made by Mr. Lawrence to approve based upon the decision of record. Seconded by
Mr. Haes. The vote to approve was seven in favor and two against. Mr. Fogle and Mr.
Kitchen voted no. The request was approved.

360 Lone Pine Nightly Rental; request by Jackie C. Hughes to operate a nightly
rental from an existing single family dwelling located at Lot 20 Block 1 of Skyline
Subdivision. Mr. Starrett read the staff recommendations. The representative Leta
Young was present. Mr. Haes suggested adding to the decision of record the letter from
fire department. Mr. Caudill asked who would be the owners of the property. The

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representative stated it would be Mr. & Mrs. Hughes. Mr. Cramer discussed the
banisters, and that it would be a fire safety issue. Other discussion included the owners
not being present. With no other discussion a motion was made by Mr. Caudill to
approve with the addition in the decision of record. Seconded by Mr. Lawrence. T h e
vote to approve was five in favor and four against.

Western Taney County Fire Protection District Station 12; request to construct a
fire station with living quarters for two families and three individuals with the station
center between the two living quarters with a duplex for the two families and a training
room off Windmill Road. Mr. Starrett clarified the request and presented the map o f the
property. Mr. Single was present to represent the fire department. Mr. Starrett read the
staff recommendations. With no discussion a motion was made by Mr. Cramer to
approve based upon the decision of record. Seconded by Mr. Haes. The vote to approve
was unanimous.

Reece Nightly Rental; request by Robert Woolston to construct a single family
dwelling for a vacation home with the option of using it as a nightly rental at the corner
of Majestic and Lenhart Roads. This request was postponed.

Essential Therapeutic Massage; request by Steven Judd to operate a therapeutic
massage business from a detached building located at 830 Beeler Road. Mr. Starrett
clarified the request and presented the map of the site. Mr. Starrett read the staff
recommendation. With no discussion a motion was made by Mr. Lawrence based upon
the decision of record. Seconded by Mr. Fogle. The vote to approve was unanimous.

Deer Crossing Nightly Rental; request by Branson Turkey Crossing to construct 6
log cabins to be used as a nightly rental business located off Jones Road. Mr. Starrett
clarified the request and presented the map of the property. Mr. Starrett read the staff
recommendations. Mr. Stewart clarified the number of people to sleep. With no other
discussion a motion was made by Mr. Haes to approve based upon the decision of
record. Seconded by Mr. Fogle. The motion to approve was unanimous.

Concepts:
180 Legends Circle Nightly Rental; a request by Adam Donyes to operate a
nightly rental business on property located at Branson Creek Development. Mr. Donyes
explained his request. Mr. Starrett presented location maps and pictures of the site.
Discussion followed regarding use of the amenities, age of structure, closing date, how
many swimming pools in the neighborhood, number of bedrooms, how many parking
spaces required, and limiting occupancy according to parking spaces. Mr. Starrett
discussed the history of this site. Other discussion included adding parking spaces. This
request will proceed to public hearing next month.

Shabbychic & Junktique; a request by Donna Tanka to operate a flea market on
property located at 22068 US Hwy. 160. Ms. Tanka was present. Mr. Starrett presented

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location maps and pictures of the site. Mr. Caudill clarified the request and discussed
site distance. Mr. Cramer asked about signage. There will be a sign on premise. With no
other discussion this project will proceed to public hearing next month.

The M Nightly Rental; a request by Jerilyn Munshi to operate a nightly rental
business on property located at 955 Emory Creek Blvd. Ms. Munshi was present. Mr.
Starrett presented location maps and pictures of the site. The applicant doesn't plan to
put up a sign. With no other discussion this request will proceed to public hearing next
month.

136 Monte Cristo Dr.; a request by Timothy Watson to operate a nightly rental
from property located at Branson Creek Development. Mr. Marc Mauzey was present to
represent the applicant. Mr. Starrett presented location maps and pictures of the site.
With no discussion this request will proceed to public hearing next month.

110 N. Tuscany; a request by Timothy Watson to operate a nightly rental from
property located at Branson Creek Development. Mr. Marc Mauzey represented Mr.
Watson. Mr. Starrett presented location maps and pictures of the site. Mr. Lawrence
asked if these two locations have been renting out. Mr. Mauzey stated that they have
for the past year. With no other discussion this request will proceed to public hearing
next month.

Bristol Road Vacation Rental Home; a request by Rachel Dunlap to operate a
nightly rental business from property located at 417 Bristol Road. Ms. Dunlap was
present. Mr. Starrett presented location maps and pictures of the site. Discussion
followed regarding the well, the adjacent chicken house, and wastewater disposal. With
no other discussion this request will proceed to public hearing next month.

226 Stoney Pointe Dr. Nightly Rental; a request by Gary Billingsley to operate a
nightly rental business from property located at Branson Creek Development. Mr.
Billingsley was present. Mr. Starrett presented location maps and pictures of the site.
Mr. Caudill asked how many units the applicant owned at that location. He stated he
owned only one. With no other discussion this project will proceed to public hearing
next month.

Lee's Secret Garden; a request by Dean & Janice Donat to operate a nightly
rental from property located at 392 Blackwell Ferry Road. Mr. Donat was present. Mr.
Starrett presented location maps and pictures of the site. Discussion followed regarding
compatibility. With no other discussion this project will proceed to public hearing next
month.

Old and New Business:
Mr. Starrett clarified the date of mailing the postage invoices, and reported on
issuance of the C of C's. Mr. Fogle asked if the Health Department were notified on the

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nightly rentals. Mr. Starrett explained they do only if they rent separate rooms in the
home to separate renters with individual contracts for each room. Mr. Cramer discussed
what the fire department checks on the properties. Further discussion followed
regarding nightly rentals.

Adjournment:
With no other business on the agenda for April 17, 2017 the meeting adjourned
at 7:05 p.m.

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