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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Minutes 09-04-2002Approved Minutes City of Plymouth Planning Commission Meeting September 4, 2002 MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Karl Neset, Commissioners Kendall Griffith, Frank Weir and James Holmes MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioners David Gaither, Peggy Larson and Jason Rohloff STAFF PRESENT: Planning Manager Barbara Senness, Planner Rebecca Stoen, Associate Planner Josh Doty, and Office Support Specialist Ranelle Gifford 1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. PUBLIC FORUM 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner Weir stated he is a member of Peace Lutheran Church however does not stand to make any monetary gain by their request and therefore will vote on the item. The Commission approved the September 4, 2002 Agenda. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The vote on the August 21, 2002 Planning Commission Minutes was tabled to the September 18, 2002 Planning Commission meeting. 6. CONSENT AGENDA 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. SMSQ ARCHITECTS (2002099) Chairman Neset introduced the request by SMSQ Architects for a site plan amendment and conditional use permit amendment for an addition to include new worship space, restrooms and offices; interim use permit for reduction of 13 parking spaces; and a conditional use permit to Approved Planning Commission Minutes September 4, 2002 Page 2 allow a 54 -foot 3 -inch bell tower with cross for Peace Lutheran Church located at 3695 County Road 101. Planner Stoen gave an overview of the August 27, 2002 staff report. Commissioner Holmes asked if the bell tower had functional bells, and if sound issues had been addressed. Chairman Neset introduced the applicant, Mr. Gary Johnson of SMSQ Architects. Mr. Johnson stated they have read the report and are in agreement with the conditions. Mr. Johnson stated the tower at some point would have functional bells. Chairman Neset introduced Reverend Andris Sedlins of Peace Lutheran Church. Mr. Sedlins stated he would be delighted if they can contribute some productive development to the City and add to the value of the community. He stated they have had a verbal agreement with the Greenwood Elementary school to share parking and will pursue a written agreement. Chairman Neset introduced Eric Madson, co-chair of the Building Committee representing Peace Lutheran Church. Mr. Madson stated he agrees with the staff report and findings. Chairman Neset opened and closed the public hearing, as no one was present to speak on the item. MOTION by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Griffith, to approve a site plan amendment and conditional use permit amendment for an addition to include new worship space, restrooms and offices; interim use permit for reduction of 13 parking spaces; and a conditional use permit to allow a 54 -foot 3 -inch bell tower with cross for Peace Lutheran Church located at 3695 County Road 101. Vote. 4 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. B. THE BAINEY GROUP (2002100) Chairman Neset introduced the request by The Bainey Group for a conditional use permit to increase the percentage of office area from 54 percent to 65 percent for property located at 14700 -28th Avenue North. Associate Planner Doty gave an overview of the August 23, 2002 staff report. Chairman Neset introduced the applicant, Brad Bainey, 2800 Campus Drive. Approved Planning Commission Minutes September 4, 2002 Page 3 Mr. Bainey stated he is president of the Bainey Group, a construction company located in Plymouth. He stated they have outgrown their existing space and found the proposed site at 14700 -28th Avenue North suited their needs. He stated they would own and occupy the building and maintain the existing tenants. Chairman Neset opened and closed the public hearing, as no one was present to speak on the item. MOTION by Commissioner Weir, seconded by Commissioner Griffith, to approve the request by The Bainey Group for a conditional use permit to increase the percentage of office area from 54 percent to 65 percent for property located at 14700 -28th Avenue North. Vote. 4 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. C. ZERWAS ENTERPRISES, INC. (2002106) Chairman Neset introduced the request by Zerwas Enterprises, Inc. for a conditional use permit to allow an automobile touch-up paint business in the C-5 District (Commercial Industrial District) and variance to allow a zero -foot setback from parking to the lot line where 20 feet is required for property located at 9625 - 36th Avenue North. Planner Stoen gave an overview of the August 27, 2002 staff report. Commissioner Griffith asked if the loading dock and retaining walls were constructed without approval and if so, if there is any recourse. Planner Stoen stated the loading docks were installed without approval by the City. She stated the original site plan submitted identified 22 parking spaces. She stated the changes were made under previous owners without any record of approval. Chairman Neset introduced the applicant Dan Adelstein, 6971 Washington Avenue, Edina, MN. Mr. Adelstein stated he is in agreement with the staff report. Chairman Neset opened and closed the public hearing, as no one was present to speak on the item. MOTION by Commissioner Griffith, seconded by Commissioner Weir, to approve the request by Zerwas Enterprises, Inc. for a conditional use permit to allow an automobile touch-up paint business in the C-5 District (Commercial Industrial District) and variance to allow a zero -foot setback from parking to the lot line where 20 feet is required for property located at 9625 - 36th Avenue North. Vote. 4 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. Approved Planning Commission Minutes September 4, 2002 Page 4 8. NEW BUSINESS 9. ADJOURNMENT MOTION by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Weir, to adjourn. Vote. 4 Ayes. MOTION approved. The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.