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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Resolution 2020-029 C ITY OF P LYMOUTH R ESOLUTION N O. 2020-029 R ESOLUTION A PPROVING S ITE P LAN A MENDMENT, C ONDITIONAL U SE P ERMIT A MENDMENT AND V ARIANCES FOR P ROPERTY LOCATED AT 3940 C OUNTY R OAD 101 (2019094) WHEREAS, Xcel Energy has requested approval of a site plan amendment, conditional use permit amendment and variances to allow expansion of the existing substation and related site improvements in order to provide for the electrical needs of the surrounding area for the property presently legally described as follows: The north 380 feet of the East 320 feet of the Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SW 1/4 of NE 1/4) of Section 18, Township 118, Range 22, Hennepin County, Minnesota AND That part of the North 50 feet of the Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SW 1/4 of NE 1/4 of SE 1/4) of Section 18, Township 118, Range 22, Hennepin County, Minnesota, lying west of the East 320 feet of Said SW 1/4 of NE ¼ of SE 1/4. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed said request at a duly called public hearing and recommends approval. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA, that it should and does approve the request by Xcel Energy for a site plan amendment, conditional use permit amendment and variances for expansion of the existing substation and related site improvements, subject to the following conditions: 1. A site plan amendment is approved to allow an approximately 85-foot by 250-foot expansion of the transformer area of the existing substation, enclosed by a ten-foot high chain-link fence, and related site improvements, in accordance with the plans received by the city on October 2, 2018, and October 24, 2018, except as amended by this resolution. 2. A conditional use permit amendment is approved to allow: 1) the expansion of an existing substation; 2) the expansion of the enclosed area along the existing non-conforming setback to the south property line (currently 37 feet where 75 feet is required); and 3) the expansion of the equipment within the enclosed area along the existing non-conforming setback to the east property line (currently 55 feet where 75 feet is required) with the finding that the proposal complies with all applicable conditional use permit standards. 3. Variances are approved to allow: 1) the substation to be enclosed by a 10-foot high fence where up to 8 feet is allowed under the conditional use permit; and 2) the expansion of the Resolution 2020-029 File 2019094 Page 2 enclosed area to within 50 feet of the west property line where 75 feet is required for a 10- foot fence. The variances are approved with the finding that the variance standards are met. 4. The project is exempt from City of Plymouth building and electrical permitting requirements. 5. A separate grading permit is required prior to the commencement of the project. 6. Prior to issuance of a grading permit, the applicant shall fulfill the requirements, submit the required information, and revise the plans as indicated below, consistent with the applicable city code, zoning ordinance, and engineering guidelines: a. Obtain city approval of final construction plans, including any stormwater requirements. b. Obtain any necessary Bassett Creek Watershed permits. c. Provide an updated landscaping plan showing the addition of four overstory trees. d. Provide a refundable financial guarantee deposit for the planting of the required trees. e. Complete any required Wetland Conservation Act process. f. Revise the plans as follows: i. In the stormwater report include all disturbed area. ii. Identify existing hydrant locations on the utility plan and work with the fire inspector on additional hydrant locations if needed. Access to hydrants shall not be obstructed at any time and not be located within the fenced enclosure. iii. Identify the square footage of the electrical equipment enclosure and the switchgear building and identify any necessary fire protection systems in each building. iv. Identify the secured gate opening procedure. v. Identify the watermain location and size. vi. Provide approved turnarounds at dead ends as required. 7. An address/street name sign is required in an approved location at or near the entrance from County Road 101. 8. Fire lane signage shall be provided in locations as approved and field identified by the fire inspector. 9. Fire Department access into the enclosed fenced area shall not be obstructed at any time. 10. Any new proposed exterior lighting fixtures shall meet current zoning ordinance standards pursuant to section 21105.06. 11. Standard Conditions: a. Silt fence shall be installed prior to any construction on the site. b. Retaining walls over four feet require issuance of a building permit and a minimum 42- inch fence installed on top. c. Any signage shall receive separate sign permits and comply with section 21155 of the zoning ordinance. Resolution 2020-029 File 2019094 Page 3 d. Any subsequent phases or expansions are subject to required reviews and approvals per ordinance provisions. e. The site plan amendment, conditional use permit amendment and variances shall expire one year after the date of approval, unless the property owner or applicant has started the project, or unless the applicant, with the consent of the property owner, has received prior approval from the city to extend the expiration date for up to one additional year, as regulated under sections 21045.09, 21015.07 and 21030.06, respectively, of the zoning ordinance. APPROVED by the City Council on this January 14, 2020. STATE OF MINNESOTA) COUNTY OF HENNEPIN) SS The undersigned, being the duly qualified and appointed City Clerk of the City of Plymouth, Minnesota, certifies that I compared the foregoing resolution adopted at a meeting of the Plymouth City Council on January 14, 2020, with the original thereof on file in my office, and the same is a correct transcription thereof. WITNESS my hand officially as such City Clerk and the Corporate seal of the City this ________day of ______________________, ______. __________________________________ City Clerk