Humberto Medelez has submitted an application to annex 0.50 acres of land located at 315 E Theater Lane.  The property lies within the urban portion of the urban growth boundary and is adjacent to city limits on the west and south sides. The applicant wishes to annex the property to allow connection to city services. 

The property is described as 4N2802BC Tax Lot 1900.  The property has a comprehensive plan map designation of (M) Medium Density Residential which corresponds to an (R-3) Multiple Family Residential Zoning designation. The property is surrounded by single-family residential uses, with an apartment complex nearby.  The general neighborhood character is of low density residential development with commercial uses to the west along Highway 395.

E Theater Lane adjacent to this site is a city street improved with paving only.  As a condition of approval for annexation, staff recommends that the applicant sign a street improvement agreement agreeing to participate in future improvements to E Theater Lane, including the installation of curb, gutter, and sidewalk, in the event a local improvement district is formed for this street.

150.05 of the Hermiston Code of Ordinances provides the requirements for annexations. The requirements for annexation are as follows:

1. The proposal is in conformance with all applicable state annexation requirements.
2. The property is contained within the urban portion of the urban growth boundary as identified on the comprehensive plan.
3. The proposed zoning is consistent with the underlying comprehensive plan designation.
4. Findings of fact are developed in support or denial of the annexation.
5. All city services can be readily extended and the property owner is willing to bear costs associated with sewer, water and roads. 

The city council may choose to 

• Approve the annexation
• Deny the annexation

Motion to approve findings of fact

Motion to impose conditions of approval

Motion to adopt Ordinance 2312