HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Minutes 01-19-1977PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF PLYMOUTHj MINNESOTA
January 19, 1977
A ,regQlar meeting of the Plymouth Planning Commission was celled to order
by Chairman Davenport at 7:30 p.m. an the Council Chambers of the Public
Works Building, 14900.23rd Avewie North,
MEMBERS PRESENT; Chairman Davenport,, Commissioners Erickson; Hagen,
Schneider, Stewart and Threinen
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT. Charles Dillerud and (Cate Tlarx
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A-710 Carlson Companies 2nd Addition A-710 Preliminary Plat and Rezoning
Chairman Davenport stepped down for discussion on this item
Staff presented petitioner"s request for preliminary plat and rezoning of
Carlson Companies 2nd Addition located at the northeast quadrant of Xenium
Lane and County Road No. 15. Of major concern was the relationship of the
proposed project to the Land. Use Guide Plan and the adjacent single family
residential properties to thesouth and east~ Staff recommended approval of
the project subject to conditions as listed in the Staff report of January
14, 1977,
Commissioner Threinen questioned the disposition of Outlots C through H. He
pointed out that the final use of the outlots should be stated and of record
to _avoid any misconceptions in the future, Commissioner Threinen stressed
that the burden of transition for this ar4a and the residential area to the
east should be entirely upon the developer.
Commissicner Erickson stated that he felt there was a difference in the inten-
sity of use of the proposal compared with the guiding of the property. He
stated he felt the proposed use was much greater in intensi-;y due to the land
c¢verage involved and the amou-t of traffic that would be introduced.
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Acting Chairman Hagen questioned whether the 'lots prk..posed for single family, development,. particularly lots 9 through 16, would not be better used as open
space buffer and transition areas.
Commissioner Erickson suggested that perhaps a "U" shaped road through the
industrial section of the plat would provide for better and safer circulation
of traffic and emergency vehicles.
Mr. Thomas Humphrey, 545 Pineview'Lane, owner of she property, stated that over
The past several years he had tried to interest multiple residential developers
in the property wi,,h no success. Upon approaching Carlson Companies, the present.
proposal resulted and was now under consideration,
Mr. Dick Knutson, petitioner's engineer, responded; to several of the Commissioners'
coanents. With respect to the south outlots, Mr. Knutson stated that it was the
intent of the petitioner that these be handled in one of two ways::: a) option
would be given to adjoining owners of acquiring these pieces of ground and the
petitioner would pick up any assessments for" the property for County Road No. 15;
or b) the property could be dedicated as green space in conjunction with the
street right-of-way for County Road No. 15.
With respect to the westerly most -residential lots proposed, Mr. Knutson stated
that plans for these lots included landscaping at the westerly property line 1
including berms and ponding.
With respect to Lots 14, 15 and 15, Mr. Knutson stated that adjustments could be
made to these lots Co make them more desirable in terms of the buffering provided.
Acting Chairman Hagen opened the public hearing to members of the audience.
Mr.,Barry McLaughlin, 520 Wedgewood Lane, presented slides of the area which
depicted the height of the residential neighborhood as it overlooked the pro-
posed development and the present tree line separating the neighborhood from
the proposed development. Mr. McLaughlin stater' that he did not feel the present
tree line would be sufficient buffer from the ;proposed development.
Mr. 1'hurmond Slack, 525 Wedgewood Lane, stated that he would prefer the develop
mentof the- area as proposed rather than any multiple residential development.
He also expressed concern that the present tree lie would be insufficient as a
buffer for the residents to the south..
Mr. Dave Tessman, 530 Wedgewood Lane, stated that he, too, would prefer the
development of the area as proposed rather than any multiple residentialdevelop-
ment., He also expressed concern that the present tree line would be inadequate
as a buffer for the residential area to the south.
Mr. Arlan Ashbaugh, 705 Sycamore Lane,stated that he felt such a development
would be unattractive and would devalue his property.
Mrs. Margaret Dick, 550 Wedgewood Lane, stated that she presently had no trees
bufferi)iq her residence from the proposal area. She would be in favor of plant-
ings along the rear property line to buffer her from the industrial development.
Acting Chairman Hagen closed the public hearing at 9:20 p.m.
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MOTION was made by Commissioner Stewart supported by Commis;,,ioner Erickson that
the Planning Commission take action on this item at this meeting.
MOTION CARRIED (5-0-0) (All in favor) MOTION CARRIED
MOTION was made by Commissioner Threinen supported by Commissioner Stewart that
the Planning Commission make the following recommendation to the City Council;
That the request of Carlson Companies for rezoning from R-0 (Open.
Residential) to R-1 (Single Family Residential) and I-1 (Planned
Industrial) and Preliminary Plat approval of Carlson Com anies
2nd Addition be approved subject to the following conditions;
1. Compliance with provisions of the City -Engineer's memorandua
regarding this project dated January 11, 1977 so far as it
applies to the changes to the plat resulting from this approval
action.
2. Incorporation of Outlot A into lots 3, 4 and 5 to be maintained
as green space and landscaped on subsequent plans.
3. Extension of the green space designated Outlot 8 along Lot 8,
deleting Lots ° through 15, eliminating the housing on the
west side of Teakwood Lane as proposed, to allow for enlarging
Lot 8 and for parking to be mo>ed further to the north for Lot 8.
Teakwood Lane would remain and would, be part of the buffer zone
between Lot 8 of the industrial portion and the lots of the
residential portior, of the proposed plat,
4. Exten<>ive, mature evergreen plantings along Outlots C through H
with this area to either be designated as street right -of --way
or deeded to the adjacent property owners. Further, that no
access or development be allowed in this space along 8th Avenue
North/County Road No. 15,. And further, should the property be
deeded to the property owners to the south, no lot division of
their landbe allowed.
Coia,iissiover Threinen stated that his reasons for the conditions as stated
all related to Goal A, Ob=jective 3, Criteria 5 of the City's Goals Objectives
and Criteria which states that the residential areas of the City be protected
from the encroachment of industrial development and that the burden of such
a transition be upon the, developer.
MOTION TO AMEND was made by Commissioner Schneider supported by Commissioner
Stewart to add the following conditions: ,#5) Redesign of Lots 16 through 22
to reflect exact lot line coordination with Lots l through 5, Block 3 and
Outlot A of Gleaiiloch Second Addition; and V6) Construction of homes on Lots
16 through 22 _prior to site plan approval on Lot 8
MOTIOV TO AMEND fAILED (2-3-0) (Commissioners Erickson, Stewart and
Threinen against) MOTION TO AMEND FAILED
The Commissioners against stated that they felt it would be more appropriate
for Loi: 8 to be built prior to the construction of the homes so there would be
no doubt to prospective buyers as to what they would be living with.
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MOTION TO AMEND was made by Commissioner Er,,ckson supported 'by Commissioner
Threinen to add a condition 15 to read: "Tie developer is requested to review
the proposal in terms of lessening the inter:sity of the ,project as would be
related to the intensity of a, multiple residential proposal and to review
potential traffic circulation problems resulting from the industrial proposal
as opposed to multiple residential. Such cooparisons would be building height,
traffic generated, lot coverage, etc,
MOTION TO AMEND CARRIED (5-0-0) (All in favor) MOTION TO AMEND CARRIED
MOTION TO DEFER was made, by Commissioner Threnen supported by Commissioner
Erickson- until such time as developer could incorporate- the changes as suggested
in the recommendation motion to the Council on a single print for Planning
Commission review.
MOTION TO DEFER CARRIED (5-0-0) (All in favor) MOTION TO DEFER CARRIED
Acting Chairman Hagen declareda recess at 9:40 p.m. Chairman Davenport returned
to the table and reconvened the meeting at 9.45 p.m.
A-711 Commercial Bualding Maintenance A-711 Site Plan
Staff presented petitioner's request for a site plan approval of a warehouse/
office structure to be located at the northwest corner of Water Tower Circle
and County Road No.. 6 to be 9,905 sq. ft. A recommendation for approval was
proposed subject to the conditions as listed in the Staff report of ,January 13,
1977.
MOTION was made by Commissioner Erickson supported by Commissioner Threinn that
the Planning Commission: make the following recommendation to the City Council:
That tine request of Commercial Building Maintenance Co. for site plan
approval of a 9,905 sq. ft. office/warehouse structure to be located
at the northwest corner of Water Tower Circle and County Rd. ;No. C
be approved subject to the following conditions:
1, Compliance with provisions of the City Engineer's memorandum of
January 11, 1977 regarding this project.
2, No outside storage of supplies., equipment, waste or waste containers.
3. All site areas disturbed by construction shall be seeded or sodded'.
4., Payment of Park Dedication fees--in-lieu of $1,085 (2.17 acres X
500/acre) to the City prior to building permit issuance,
5. Provision of performance security equalling 150% of the cost of
site improvements and termed for 18 months, to be provided the
City prior to building permit. issuance.
MOTION CARRIED {SQ -1} (Commissioner Stewart abstained) MOTION CARRIED
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A-385 Standard Oil A--385 Site Plan Amendment
Staff presented petitioner's request for a site plan amendment to add a third
bay to the station located at the northeast corner of South Shore Drive and
Highway #55. A recommendation for approval was proposed, subaect to the
conditions as listed in the Staff report of January 14, 1977.
Commissioner Schneider pointed out that no parking spaces were delineated for
the site. According to the 'Zoning Ordinance, eight would be needed. He stated
he felt this was important for an operation such as petitioner proposed.
Commissioner Schneider added that he felt more landscape treatment should be
incorporated into the site.
MOTION was made by Commissioner Stewart supported by Commissioner Threinen that
the Planning Commission make the following recommendation to the City Council.-
That
ouncil:
That the request of Standard Oil Co.. fora site plan amendment to _acid
a third bay to the station located at the northeast corner of South
Shore Drive and Highway #55 be approved subject to the following
conditions;
1 Introduction of a 15 ft. green space and boulevard trees on 20 ft.
centers, where feasible, around the site perimeter. Detailed plans
for this work shall be submitted to and approved by the Director
of Planning and Community Development prior to building permit
issuance,
2. Provision of a one-year bond guaranteeing said landscape improve-
ments to 150% of the cost estimate of said improvements to be
provided the City prior to building permit issuance,
MOTION TO DEFER was made by Comrr,issioner Schneider supported by Chairman
Davenport until such time as petitioner would introduce a 15 ft. green space
and ,boulevard 'trees on 20 ft. centers where feasible around the site perimeter,
and eight parking spaces be delineated on the site. Said plan to again come
before the Planning Commission for review.
MOTION FAILED (3-3-0) (Commissioners Erickson, Stewart and Threinen against)
MOTION FAILED
The Commissioners against stated that they felt the Staff could review the plan
for such landscaping treatment prior to Wd1 ding permit issuance, rather than
having the plan come back to the Planning Commission,
MOTION TO AMEND was made by Commissioner Erickson supported by Commissioner
Threinen that the fallowing be added as part of Condition #1of the motion:
Also, eight parking spaces be delineated for automobile storage on the site.
MOTION TO AMEND CARRIED (6-0-0) (All in favor) MOTION TO AMEND CARRIED
The Commission then voted on the main motion as amended.
MOTION CARRIED (6-0-0) (All i'n favor) MOTION CARRIED
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REPORTS OF,OFFi ERS BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
Water Reservoir
Engineer Goldberg was presenttoreport on the progress of the landscape
treatment to be used for Southwest Reservoir #4 located at the northwest corder
of Xanthus Lane and County Road No. 6. Staff and the surrounding residents had
chosen and met with a landscape architect whose plans were found to be acceptable.
Engineer Goldb?rg explained the treatment to be used for the reservoir itself
and for the srounding property as -buffer. The final landscape plan for 'he
reservoir would be before the Commission for final review at its first 'meeting
in February
Board of Zoning Adjustments
Commissioner Stewart stated that at the January 11, 1977 Board of Zoning Adjust-
ments reefing the Crawford,Merz Company had requested a variance of 17 ft. from
the required 50 ft, for a front „yard setback to construct its building .at the
southwest corner .of County Road No.. 18 and 10th Avenue North. Commissioner Stewart
had exercised the Planning Commission member's right of referring an item to the
Planning Commission for review prior to Board of Zoning Adjustments action.
The Comfm scion reviewed the Crawford -Merz petition.
MOTION was made by Commissioner Threinen supported by Commiss-uner Schneider that
the Planning Commission make the following recommendation to the Board of Zoning
Adjustments;
That the request of the Crawford -Merz Company for a 17 ft. variance for
front yard setback for construction of its building proposed at the
southwest corner of County Road No. 18 and 10th Avenue North be denied
based upon the following;
Petitioner's request does not meet any of the criterion of Section
19, Subdivision 2, ;Paragraph 3 specifically items 2, 3 and 4
regarding findings necessary for granting,of such a variance.
MOTION CARRIED (6-0-0) (All in favor) MOTION CARRIED
It was the consensus of the Commission that Staff should prepare any request
for variance involving a site plan for Planning Commission review. The
Commissioners felt it was important for them to see such variances as they would
affect the entire site plan, prior to Board of Zoning Adjustments action on the
proposal
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MOTION was made by Commissioner Hagen supported by Commissioner Schneider that
the minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of January 12 1977 be approved
as written.
MOTION CARRIED (4-0-2) (Commissioners Stewart and T lreinen abstained)
MOTION CARRIED
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140TION TO ADJOURN was made by Commissioner Threinen supported by
Stewart.
CommissionerCommissioner.
Chairman Davenport adjourned the meeting at 11:35 p.m,
APPROVED BY PLANNING COMMISSION February 2, 1977
David J. Davenport, Chairman
Plymouth Planning Commission
Charles E. Di 1 l.erud, Secretary