HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Minutes 02-02-2005Approved Minutes
City of Plymouth
Planning Commission Meeting
February 2, 2005
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair Peggy Larson, Commissioners Frank Weir, James
Holmes, Sarah Anderson, E.J. Clyman, and Kathleen Murdock
MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioner Nancy Franke -Wilson
STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Director Anne Hurlburt, Senior Planner
Shawn Drill, Planner Josh Doty, and Office Support Specialist Ranelle Gifford
1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M.
2. OATH OF OFFICE
Community Development Director Hurlburt administered the Oath of Office to
Commissioners E. J. Clyman and Kathleen Murdock.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. PUBLIC FORUM
5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION by Commissioner Weir, seconded by Commissioner Holmes, recommending
approval of the February 2, 2005 Planning Commission Agenda. Vote. 6 Ayes.
MOTION approved.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
A. APPROVAL OF THE JANUARY 19, 2005, PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES
MOTION by Commissioner Weir, seconded by Commissioner Holmes, recommending
approval of the January 19, 2005 Planning Commission Minutes. Vote. 6 Ayes.
MOTION approved.
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7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. MARVEL, LLC D/B/A PUMP IT UP PARTIES (2004150)
Chair Larson introduced the request by Marvel, LLC D/B/A Pump it up Parties for a
conditional use permit to allow indoor commercial recreation in the I-1 (light industrial)
Zoning District located at 3500 Holly Lane North.
Planner Doty gave an overview of the January 24, 2005 staff report.
Chair Larson asked what the hours of operation would be.
Planner Doty said the hours of operation would be from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. with most
events occurring in the evenings and on weekends.
Chair Larson introduced the applicant Tom Finn, 4130 Terraceview Lane North.
Mr. Finn said he read the staff report and agrees with the conditions.
Commissioner Anderson said the report states there would be between 20 and 25 children
at one time, however it also says there could be two parties at one time. She asked if that
would mean approximately 20 children between the two parties or a total of approximately
50. Mr. Finn said it would be separate parties with a total of approximately 50 kids.
Commissioner Anderson asked about the number of staff. Mr. Finn said there are 2 staff at
all times in the arena. He said there could be as many as 6 to 7 staff throughout the facility.
Mr. Finn said the facility is geared towards elementary age kids.
Chair Larson asked if this type of facility is governed by any State regulations in regards to
the ratio of children to adults. Director Hurlburt answered no. Commissioner Anderson
asked if there is an increase in the use in the summer months. Mr. Finn said the summer
tends to be slower because of family vacations and other activities. He said they would
expect heavier use during the school year.
Chair Larson opened and closed the public hearing as no one was present to speak on the
item.
Commissioner Anderson asked if there would be adequate parking spaces to accommodate
the staff and patrons. Planner Doty said that because most of the hours of operation would
be outside of normal business hours, the parking would be sufficient. He said the Zoning
Ordinance doesn't have a specific category for this type of business so there aren't specific
parking guidelines. Planning Manager Senness said it would mostly consist of drop-offs
and pick-ups. She said with this type of facility, there tends to be a lot of kids who carpool.
Director Hurlburt asked if there would be space inside for parents to wait. Mr. Finn said if
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parents stay, they typically wait in the arena area which has more than adequate space.
Commissioner Anderson asked if the children are allowed outside the building. Mr. Finn
said no, and that no one is allowed in that isn't with a party.
MOTION by Commissioner Weir, seconded by Commissioner Holmes, to approve the
request by Marvel, LLC D/B/A Pump it up Parties for a conditional use permit to allow
indoor commercial recreation in the I-1 (light industrial) Zoning District located at 3500
Holly Lane North. Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously.
B. WAGNER SPRAY TECH CORP. (2004153)
Chair Larson introduced the request by Wagner Spray Tech Corp. for a conditional use
permit amendment to allow outdoor storage of trailers and an 8 -foot fence for property
located at 1770 Fernbrook Lane North.
Planner Doty gave an overview of the January 24, 2005 staff report.
Commissioner Clyman asked where the gates are located on the proposed fence. Planner
Doty said there would be a 35 -foot gate at each of the drive aisle locations. Commissioner
Anderson asked if the fence in 1991 was required by the City. Planner Doty said through
the public meeting process, it was required as a condition. Commissioner Murdock asked
if the amended conditional use permit would bring the applicant into compliance. Planner
Doty answered affirmatively. Commissioner Murdock asked if the applicant foresees a
need for additional trailers or space in the future. Planner Doty said they would have to
come back with another conditional use permit amendment request if that were the case.
Chair Larson asked how many trailers were allowed with the original conditional use
permit. Planner Doty said the original conditional use permit was for 12 trailers.
Commissioner Anderson asked how compliance is handled. Planner Doty said it is
handled on a complaint basis.
Chair Larson introduced Dan John, Wagner Spray Tech Corp.
Commissioner Anderson said she is concerned that there was no response to the first notice
from the City advising the applicant that a conditional use permit was required. She asked
the applicant what measures they would be taking to ensure that they meet the requirements
of the conditional use permit. Mr. John apologized for not responding to the first notice,
however stated he responded to the second notice and applied for the conditional use
permit amendment. He said he wants to be in good standing with the City and within the
community.
Commissioner Clyman asked about the other properties owned by Wagner Spray Tech and
if storage is moved between the sites. Mr. John said Wagner Spray Tech is increasing the
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distribution at the 1770 Fernbrook site. He said some product is moved between other
facilities but the main facility is at 1770 Fernbrook Lane.
Commissioner Holmes asked if they foresee going beyond 35 trailers in their 5 year plan.
Mr. John said 35 trailers is the projected number for their 5 year plan. Commissioner
Holmes asked about the paint product and distribution. Mr. John said they build and paint
equipment, however they do not manufacture paint at the facility.
Chair Larson asked what the need is for that many trailers to be stored on the property. Mr.
John said components and products are delivered to the site by semi trailers. He said once
they are unloaded, the trailers are parked until someone picks them up which could be a
few days. He said their operation is incoming and outgoing freight. Chair Larson asked if
additional warehouse space would accommodate their storage needs. Mr. John said even
with additional warehouse space, the trailers would still be stored outside so they could
eventually be picked up. Commissioner Holmes said the trailers are not utilized for
storage, they are waiting to be unloaded or picked up.
Chair Larson opened and closed the public hearing, as no one was present to speak on the
item.
MOTION by Commissioner Weir, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to approve the
request by Wagner Spray Tech Corp. for a conditional use permit amendment to allow
outdoor storage of trailers and an 8 -foot fence for property located at 1770 Fernbrook Lane
North. Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously.
C. CITY OF PLYMOUTH (2004151)
Chair Larson introduced the request by the City of Plymouth to consider Zoning
amendments to allow religious institutions in industrial districts. (Continued from the
January 19, 2005 Planning Commission Meeting)
Senior Planner Drill gave an overview of the January 25, 2005 staff report. He addressed
the concerns that were raised at the January 19, 2005 Planning Commission Meeting.
Commissioner Anderson asked if Evergreen Church sued the City and won, how would
that affect the direction the City takes regarding to religious institutions. Director Hurlburt
said that would depend on the particulars of the lawsuit on an individual case basis. Chair
Larson said the City Attorney's opinion on the matter was that the Zoning Ordinance is in
compliance with the current law. Director Hurlburt said that is based on case law today
and could change.
Commissioner Clyman asked if the pink areas on the sexually -oriented business map were
opportunity areas and the yellow areas were a buffer around the opportunity area. He asked
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how these areas are affected by sexually oriented businesses. Senior Planner Drill
answered affirmatively. Director Hurlburt said a church alone would not have a setback
requirement from a sexually oriented business. She said the church would have to include
a use, such as a school, which would then have a setback requirement. Commissioner
Clyman asked if there wasn't any space for lease available in the opportunity area if the
City would be obligated to find another location. Senior Planner Drill answered no and
said the majority of the districts already allow churches. He said it is not the City's
responsibility to find an appropriate location for any business. Commissioner Clyman
asked if there are any I-1 zoning districts that fall outside the opportunity areas. Senior
Planner Drill replied affirmatively, noting that any I-1 land located within 250 feet of a
residential use or 500 feet of a school is not in the opportunity area. Director Hurlburt said
the yellow buffer areas on the map could be I-1 or I-2 zoning.
Commissioner Clyman asked if a church wants to operate a business like a food shelf or
indoor recreation center, as a single use, if that would be allowed in the industrial zoning
district. Senior Planner Drill said a church could operate any use allowed by the Zoning
Ordinance.
Commissioner Clyman asked if the City had looked at the option of only allowing religious
institutions within I-1 zoning districts with some type of restrictions, and not allowing
them in I-2 and I-3 zoning districts. Senior Planner drill said no, however that could be a
recommendation by the Commission.
Commissioner Murdock said because we are currently in compliance we don't necessarily
have to make any changes to the ordinance. She asked what direction staff would like the
Commissioners to take. Senior Planner Drill said this is a legislative Policy decision, and
staff is looking to the Commission for direction on how to proceed and how to address the
possible concerns that may arise. He said the ordinance was drafted in a way that, if
adopted, would address the concerns identified at this time. He said the recommendation
from the Planning Commissioner's will be Staff's recommendation to the City Council.
Chair Larson closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Holmes said his position is that the industrial base is paramount in the
growth and development of the City. He said the Zoning Ordinance says you can't operate
a church in an industrial zoning district. He said he does not support excluding the
opportunity to create new jobs, but feels there are plenty of opportunities for churches in
other locations. Commissioner Weir said he is not in favor of churches in industrial zoning
districts. Commissioner Clyman said the I-1 district is an appropriate area and would like
to see the language reflect that. He said having open space is vital to the community . He
said limiting the use to the 1-1 zoning district is the most appropriate measure.
Commissioner Anderson said there is ample opportunity for churches to find other
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locations other than industrial zoned locations. She said she would like to keep the Zoning
Ordinance the way it is. Chair Larson concurred with Commissioner Anderson.
MOTION by Commissioner Weir, seconded by Commissioner Holmes, to take no action
on the request by the City of Plymouth to consider allowing religious institutions in the
industrial zoning districts. Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously.
Commissioner Clyman voted nay.
Commissioner Clyman said he agrees with the value of industrial areas, however said if
there is space available in the I-1 Zoning district, then he feels a religious institution should
be able to utilize that space.
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. ACCEPT THE PLANNING COMMISSION 2004 ANNUAL REPORT AND
2005 ANNUAL WORK PLAN
Director Hurlburt said the annual report summarizes the work of the Commission
and related development activity for the past year. The draft 2005 Work Plan
describes the issues and activities to be undertaken and outlines how it supports the
City Council's goals and objectives.
MOTION by Commissioner Weir, seconded by Commissioner Holmes, to forward
the Planning Commission 2004 Annual Report and 2005 Annual Work Plan, as
presented, to the City Council. Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION approved.
B. ELECTION OF PLANNING COMMISSION CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
FOR 2005
MOTION by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Anderson,
nominating Peggy Larson as Chair, and Frank Weir as Vice Chair. Vote. 6 Ayes.
MOTION approved.
C. APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING COMMISSIONER TO SERVE AS
LIAISON TO THE PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Commissioner Weir was appointed to serve as the Liaison to the Park and
Recreation Advisory Committee.
9. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION by Chair Larson, with no objections, to adjourn the meeting at 8:21 p.m.