HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Minutes 11-04-1997CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
NOVEMBER 4, 1997
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Michael Stulberg, Commissioners Allen Ribbe,
Kim Koehnen, John Stoebner, and Roger Berkowitz
MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioners Bob Stein and Jeff Thompson
STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Director Anne Hurlburt, Planning
Supervisor Barb Senness, Planners Shawn Drill and Kendra
Lindahl, City Engineer Dan Faulkner and Clerical
Supervisor Denise Hutt
1. CALL TO ORDER:
2. PUBLIC FORUM:
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Commissioner Koehnen requested that a correction be made to Paragraph One of Page
239. The sentence should read, "....but this isn't the case....". MOTION by
Commissioner Koehnen, seconded by Commissioner Stoebner to approve the October 28,
1997 Planning Commission Minutes as amended. Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved
unanimously.
5. CONSENT AGENDA: No Items.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. LAURENT BUILDERS, INC. (97133)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Laurent Builders, Inc. for a Preliminary Plat
for Silverthorne 4th Addition to allow creation of 90 single family lots on the 60.04 -acre
site located south of the Soo Line Railway, east of Vicksburg Lane, and west of
Fernbrook Lane.
Planner Drill gave an overview of the October 29, 1997 staff report.
Commissioner Berkowitz asked why staff is requiring a five-foot sidewalk instead of an
asphalt trail. Planner Drill explained that the City Council amended the Subdivision
Regulations in 1995 enabling requirement of a sidewalk along major roads. Director
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Hurlburt stated that there will be an asphalt trail on the south side of Schmidt Lake Road.
Commissioner Berkowitz questioned the extent of the trail. Engineer Faulkner replied
that the trail will run from Fernbrook Lane to Vicksburg Lane.
Commissioner Ribbe asked what the radius is of the cul-de-sacs, and if the radius is
changed by the narrowed streets. Engineer Faulkner responded that the required radius at
the end of a cul-de-sac is 41 feet. Director Hurlburt further responded that the radius of
the cul-de-sac head does not change when narrower streets are constructed.
Commissioner Koehnen asked if there is anything else the Commission should be aware
of, knowing that there will be a power line running through the development. Planner
Drill replied that another site constraint was a large ravine related to the creek.
Commissioner Berkowitz questioned if the intent of Condition #5 of the resolution was to
run the sidewalk along the entire length of the plat or only to the west line of Outlot C,
and if not, was there a reason not to extend it to the east side of Outlot C. Planner Drill
replied that the sidewalk would be constructed to the west line of Outlot C, where it could
tie into Minnesota Lane to the south. Planner Drill also stated that there are extreme
grade issues east of Outlot C which may preclude installation of a sidewalk in that area.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Gary Laurent, the applicant. Mr. Laurent stated his
concurrence with the staff report and conditions listed in the resolution.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to
speak on the issue.
MOTION by Commissioner Koehnen, seconded by Commissioner Berkowitz
recommending approval of a Preliminary Plat for Laurent Builders, Inc. for Silverthorne
4th
Addition located south of the Soo Line Railway, west of Fernbrook lane, and east of
Vicksburg Lane. Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously.
B. M.A. MORTENSON COMPANY (97142)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by M.A. Mortenson Company for a Variance
for directional signage at the Wayzata Senior High School located at 4955 Peony Lane
North.
Planner Lindahl gave an overview of the October 28, 1997 staff report.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mike Swanson, the petitioner. Mr. Swanson stated he
concurred with the staff report.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to
speak on the issue.
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MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Stoebner recommending
approval of a Variance request for M.A. Mortenson Company for directional signage at
Wayzata Senior High School and Elm Creek Playfields located at 4955 Peony Lane North.
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously.
C. JANCO, INC. (97162)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Janco, Inc. for a Preliminary Plat for French
Ridge Park Third Addition located on Xenium Court North. This is a replat to move the
proposed townhomes slightly south away from the car dealership to the north, therby
allowing construction of a slightly larger berm between the rear of the townhomes and the
dealership.
Planner Lindahl gave an overview of the October 30, 1997 staff report.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Jake Enebak, the petitioner. Mr. Enebak stated he
concurred with the staff report.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to
speak on the issue.
MOTION by Berkowitz, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe recommending approval of a
Preliminary Plat for Janco, Inc. for French Ridge Park Third Addition north of Xenium
Court North and south of Rockford Road. Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved
unanimously.
7. OLD BUSINESS:
A. BILL CAVANAUGH (97126)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Bill Cavanaugh for a Site Plan for a 6,400
square foot commercial building and setback Variances at the northeast quadrant of
Fernbrook Lane and 27th Avenue North.
Planner Lindahl gave an overview of the October 31, 1997 staff report.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Bill Cavanaugh, the petitioner.
Mr. Cavanuagh stated the meeting with staff proved to be very helpful. He stated that he
concurred with the staff report and the conditions listed in the resolution. Mr. Cavanuagh
said that he would prefer to move the trash enclosure inside the building rather than to
have to stripe two parking spaces for "No Parking".
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MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Stoebner to remove the
item from the table. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously.
MOTION by Commissioner Koehnen, seconded by Commissioner Stoebner to
recommend denial of the Site Plan and Variances for Bill Cavanaugh for property located
at 2715 Fernbrook Lane North. Roll Call Vote. 0 Ayes. MOTION failed on a 0-5 Vote.
Chairman Stulberg, Commissioners Stoebner, Koehnen, Berkowitz and Ribbe voted
Nay.)
MOTION by Commissioner Koehnen, seconded by Commissioner Stoebner
recommending approval of a Site Plan and Variances for Bill Cavanugh for property
located at 2715 Fernbrook Lane North. Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved
unanimously.
Chairman Stulberg called a recess at 8:44 p.m. and reconvened the meeting in the
Medicine Lake Room at 9:00 p.m.
8. NEW BUSINESS:
A. CITY OF PLYMOUTH
Director Hurlburt introduced David Licht from Northwest Associated Consultants. the
firm that will be helping the City prepare the update to the Plymouth Comprehensive Plan.
Mr. Licht indicated that the purpose of this meeting was to get input from the
commissioners on issues that they see for Northwest Plymouth as well as the City as a
whole. He further stated that his firm is in the process of interviewing Council members,
other City commissions, staff, school district representatives and representatives from
adjoining communities with developable land remaining to get their input as well. They
hope to better identify what needs to be addressed in the plan through the course of these
meetings. Once they have completed the meetings, they will be preparing a summary
report.
Commissioners raised concerns about the need for affordable housing in the City, the
desire to keep some "estate" areas as a life style choice and the importance of involving all
stakeholders to make sure we get the best plan we can.
Mr. Licht stated that he would be available before the next Planning Commission meeting
on November 25 to take additional comments from commissioners.
MOTION by Commissioner Berkowitz, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe to adjourn.
Vote. 5 ayes. The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 p.m.