HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Minutes 03-21-1979PLANNING COMMISSION,
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
MARCH 21, 1979
A regular.meeting of the Plymouth Planning Commission was called to order by Chairman
David. Davenport at. 7-35 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 3400 Plymouth, Blvd.
14EMBERS PRESENT., Chairman Davenport, Commissioners Schneider, Vasillou and Eagleton
MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioners Threinen, Barron and Wire
STAFF PRES01, Director of Planning, Blair Treme!-e
PUBLIC HEARING
79011 - Jack Gassner Variance
Staff reviewed the report dated March 16, 1979 regarling the proposal for a variance from
the subdivision ordinance to permit a 2 -parcel lot division at 18225 County Road 24, wherein
each parcel would be deficient as to width and as to area,
Chairman Davenport opened the Public Hearing and recognized Mrs. Mary Weinzierl, 18820
County Road 24 who represented the petitioner; she explained that the petitioner was out
of town and not able to attend the meeting, She stated that the petitioner had acquired
the property in the fall of 1978 and was aware of the problematical character of the soil
and topography as well as the pending deferred special assessments which have been accruing
since City Council action in 1,969 allowing for the deferred assessments. She stated the
petitioner's position was the costs of developing the property, including substanti , C-:
sz-11 correction and grading as well as the special assessments, could be better borne: if
two parcels each with a single family home were allowed.
Chairman Davenport confirmed that the special assessments had been deferred at the request
of the then property owner, He inquired of Mrs. Weinzierl what the alleged hardship was
in the context of the variance criteria listed in the subdivision, ordinance.
Mrs. Weinzierl responded that the condition of the land and the amount of the special
assessments rendered development of the parcel with one dwelling virtually prohibitive
given the limitations of the real estate market for this area- She suggested that the
prevailing real estate market values in the area better related to 2 single family
dwellings on the property,
Chairman Davenn-ort, requested Staff to re -3d the ordinance criteria for a variance.
Commissioner Vasiliou commented that it appeared the ;-imary grounds for the variance
were economic and noted that the lots to the east and west were comparable it, size and
contained single family dwellings.
Mr. Robert Richel$ 1V05 County Road 24 stated his property is immediately to the east of
the subject property and that he had lived there for 25 years. He stated his concern was
with the amount of fill and corrective grading which woult be necessary and the effect
such work would have on the drainage of the area. He stated he did not feel the property
values in the area would be enhanced by 2 single family dwellings rather than one; and he
stated that the conditions of the lz..nd had been known by the former owner as well as the,
present owner.
Mrs. Weinzierl commented tbat the former owner had offered the property to neighboring
residents who had not been interested in purchasing the land. She stated that the peti-
tioner believed 2 new single family dwellings on the property would enhance the area.
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Chairman 0avenport closed the public hearing
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Vosiliou, to take action on
the petition at this meeting.
MOTION CARRIED (4-0-0) All in favor
Following further discussion there was a MOTION by Commissioner Vasiliou, seconded by
Commissioner Schneider, to make the following recommendation to the City Council::
That the request by Mr: lock Cassner for a variance as 1 o lot w;dth and area in
the matter of a proposed lot division of property at 18225 County Road 24 be
denied for the ')ollowing reasc,ns
1, The criteria for granting variances from the subdivision ordinance, per
Section 500.41 of the City Code hav-s not bees-, met.
2. The negative impact of the variances upoi] the comparable parcels neigh-
boring would be greater than the alleged and primarily economic hardship
of the petitioner who knew of the conditions of the land and the
deferred special.assessments prior to purchase,
MOTION CARRIED 0-0--0) All in favor
Commissioner Schneider stated that should the City Council find basis for granting the
variance and the subsequent lot division, detailed soil correction, grading and drainage
plans should be required.
79012 i Plymouth Industrial Associates/Ryan Construction Co. Preliminary Plat/Plan
Staff introduced the item reviewing xhe report of March 16, 1979 regarding the proposed
subdivision into five (5) industrial lots of the approximately 40 acres in the northwest
quadrant of 49th Avenue North and Nathan Lane. Staff also commented on the March 20, 1971
Engineer's Memorandum, Item #6 regarding the recommended extension of51st Avenue North
from the east to the west boundary of the property, rather than the proposed cul-de-sac.
Commissioner Schneider voiced concern with 51st Avenue North continuing through 'the
property into an area guided LA -2 with eventual intersection with Zachary ,Lane on the
west. lie stated that this would =invite undue truck traffic from the industrial area
through a residential neighborhv-od. Staff noted that with the present49thAvenue/51st
Avenue design trucks could also -proceed westbound from this area although not as readily
as if 51st Avenue were directly connected through the subject property,
Chairman Davenport opened the Public Hearing and recognized Mr. Rich Sathre of McCombs -
Knutson Associates who repre4ented the petitioner. He displayed graphics of the proposed
development and explained that the land to the West of this property was very constrained
with respect to topography and wetlands, and stated that the proposed cul-de-sac design
for 51st Avenue was -made in consideration of reducing the traffic generation to the west.
He suggested that perhaps 49th Avenue/51st Avenue could be terminated in a cul-de-sac
from the gest, but not connected to 51st Avenue as it extended into this property from
Nathan Lane.
Mr.. Sathre discussed the various marsh areas in the development and the compensating or
mitigating actions which were being proposed to balance the enviro%mental impact the
development would have on the area. He stated that some of these measures had been
reviewed by the Department of Natural Resources which had tentatively endorsed the sections..
Staff noted that a ;mandatory Environmental Assessment was required for this development,
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and that the petitioner had prepared an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW)l which
would soon be submitted to the appropriate State agencies.
Chairman Davenport inquired about the proposed extension of railroad trackage into the
site from the mainline tracks on the north edge of the property, Mr. Sathre responded
that be did not feel the extension of tracks into the site would be detrimental to the
area on the west and, suggested that during site plan review for the individual propertie
the City could require special buffering and screening.,
Wes Clemens, 5615 Evergreen Lane -representing Northwestern Bell who owns the property
across the street to the east stated they had been aware the land was zoned I-1 and had
anticipated eventual development. He stated concerns regarding extension of 51st Avenue
North through the project and endorsed the concept as proposed. He also stated that
the aesthetics of the site and buildings should be of comparable quality to the North-
western Bell site.
Duane Ofetrich, 1912 Timberline Spur representing Meadow Corporation developers of the
Nathan Trails RPUD south of 49th Avenue North stated three concerns.,
1, The proposed railroad trackage extension southerly toward 49th Avenue on
the east side of proposed Lot 5;
2, The need for substantial screening and berming of parking areas as they
abut residential areas;
3. Concern with the major entrance onto 49th Avenue North and whether truck,
traffic could not be diverted northerly to 51st Avenue they) to Nathar,
Lane then to 49th.
He stated that an industrial development of the magnitude proposed especially with the
railroad trackage, could have a detrimental effect on the quality housing to bedevelopedinthearea.
Chairman Davenport inquired of the petitioner who comprises Plymouth Industr"al Associates.
Mr. Sathre stated it involved individuals of the Ryan Construction Company, Chairman
Davenport recognized Mr. John Gabrielson of Coldwell Banker Co. realtors and inquired as
to the nature of the proposed uses. Mr. Gabrielson, stated it was expected whatever uses
would be permitted by the ordinance in the I-1 district would be developed, and the
character of the development would be similar to that in the Minneapolis Industrial Park
area..
Further discussion ensued regarding the proposed railroad trackage design and fir, Sathre
noted that no trackage was proposed for Lot 1, that the corridor shown on the south side
of Building 5 and the corridor shown on the west side of building 2 were fire lanes and
not railroad trackage.
Chairman Davenport said the proposed building coverage appeared to be substantial.
Mr, Sathre responded that the maximum 35% ground coverage had been shown to indicate
possible development. Chairman Davenport remarked that site amenities in the form of
landscaping and green areas seem to be sparse considering the density of development on
the Northwestern Bell site, Commissioner Schneider stated that it was the responsibility
of the developer to provide buffering and transition to neighboring areas.
John Sullivan representing Ryan Construction Company stated that the petitioner intended
to promote a quality development and that at this time the petitioner wished to retain
the option of maximizing the use of the site to include possible 35% ground coverage.
Mr. Sullivan also remarked that, per Staff's suggestion, it appeared that the United Hard-
ware property could be incorporated into the final plat of the Ryan Business Center: he I
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stated the specifics would be proposed at the time of final plat,
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Vasiliou, to take action on
the petition at this meeting.
MOTION CARRIED (4-0-0) All in favor
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Vasiliou, to make the following
recommendation to the City Council:
That, the request by .Plymouth Industrial Associates/Ryan Construction Company for
preliminary plat/plan approval of 5 Industrial lots in the northwest quadrant of
49th Avenue North and Nathan Lane be approved subject to the following conditions;
I. Compliance with the Engineer's memorandum, except with respect to Item #6:
51st Avenue North is to be designed as indicated on submitted plan.
2. Completion of the required Environmental Assessment review process.
3. Internal railroad trackage shall be limited to the north side of Lot 2
the east side of Lots 3 and 5, and to the west side of Lot 4.
4, The setbacks along the west and south boundaries of the plat shall be 75 -feet.
5, Landscape plans for those portions of the plat on the west and south sides
shall indicate substantial berming and buffering as a means of providing
effective transition and screening.
6. The final plat shall include the United Hardware property to the south-
east of this plat.
In further discussion Commissioner Schneider stated that with respect to Lot 2, he would
prefer to see the existing ponding retained as much as possible; recognizing that it
would require a shift in the building location from that presented.
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Vasiliou, to amend the main
motion with the addition of a seventh condition;
7. The staff report for the final plat shall include a summarization of the
physical constraints analysis with respect to this site.
in further discussion Chairman Davenport stated concern with the possible height of the
industrial buildings especially on Lots 2, 3 and 5.' He recognized that the petitioner
was representing the maximum ground coverage and that the actual buildings proposed
would probably vary in mass, but height was of particular concern since it would affect
the visual .esthetics in the entire area.
MOTION by Chairman Davenport, seconded by Commissioner Vasiliou, to amend the main
motion by adding an eighth conditions
8. Tae building heights on Lots 2, 3 and 5 shall be limited to 36 -Meet
or 3 stories whichever is laser.
Chairman Davenport called for a vote on each of the amendments.
MOTIONS CARRIED (4-0-0) All in favor
Chairman Davenport called for a vote on the main motion as twice amended.
MOTION CARRIED (4-0-0) All in favor
Further discussion ensued with respect to the land west of the subject site north of
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49th Avenue North and south of the railroad tracks which is guided LA -2 but which was
zoned some years ago as I-1. Commissioners stated concern that the LA -2 guiding shouldberetaineduntilitisclearlydemonstratedthatotherguidingwouldbemoreappro-
priate; in that content, the zoning should not be I-1.
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Vasiliou, to direct Staff_
to research the status of the ownership of the property west of the previous plattingnorthof49thAvenueNorthandsouthoftherailroadtrack, and to schedule a public
hearing for purposes of rezoning tha land from I-1 to R-0.
MOTION CARRIED (4-0-0) All in favor
The meeting recessed at 9:10 p,m.. and resumed at 9:20 pm.
A-552 - George A. Jackson Associates Revised Final Plat
Staff reviewed the report of March 16, 1979 regarding petitioners' request to plat 9
industrial lots at the northeast corner of 28th Avenue )4orth and Vicksburg Lane rather
than the 11 Tots approved under Council Resolution 76-723,
Chairman Davenport recognized Mr. Dennis Schauer who represented the petitioner, and the
Commission reiterated its' concerns that the landscaping and buffering along Vicksburg
Lane and along 28th Avenue North should be substantial in consideration of the adjacent
residential developments.. 'Mr. Soiaauer* stated the petitioner was aware of the City's
concern.
MOTION by Commissioner Vasiliou, seconded by Commissioner Schneider., to make the followinn
recommendation to the City Council:.
That the revised final pkat proposed by George A. Jackson Associates for Vicksburg
Industrial Park at the northeast corner of 28th Avenue North and Vicksburg lane
consisting of 9 4ndustria" lots be approved subject to the following conditions:
1. Compliance with the City Engineer's memorandum for this project.
2. Appropriate measures to implement construction of the proposed new Medina Road
and Ranchview Lane as approved by the City Engineer:
3. Review and approval of the property abstract by the City Attorney shall be
confirmed in writing.
4. All dead and diseased trees shall be removed from the site at the sole
expense of the developer,
5. Private curb cut access for proposed `ots 1 and 2, Block 1 shall' be
exclusively to Medina Road and to 28th Avenue North respectively.
6. Site plans will be developed with a 75 -foot buffer and substantial
landscaped green strip along 28th Avenue North and along Vicksburg Lane.
MOTION CARRIED 4-0-0) All in favor
A-718 - Robert Middlemist Final Plat
Staff reviewed the roport of March 16, 1979,regarding petitioner's request for Final
Plat approval of 12 single family lots on Outl of A of the Robeitt Middlemist 3rd Addition
in the southeast quadrant of Zachary Lane and County Road 9.
Chairman Davenport recognized the petitioner who was asked why this plat was designated
the 4th Addition, when the 5th Addition had been approved last year for property to the
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east. Petitioner responded that his Engineer had designated the plat names and that this
plat was next to the 3rd Addition which could be only partially platted in 1977 due to
the non-availability of City sewer.
Ken Jensen, 910E Ximines Lane stated he had nothing further to add.
MOTION by Commissioner Vasiliou, seconded by Commissioner Schneider, to make the following
recommendation to the City Council
That the Final Plat for Robert Middlemist 4th Addition consisting of 12 single
family 'lots in the :southeast corner of Zachary Lane and County .Road 9 be approved
subject to the following conditions;
1 Compliance with the City Engineer's memorandum for this project.
2. Payment of park dedication fees -in -lieu sof dedication in the amount
of $3,300..00 ($275 x 12 lots)
3. Provision in the development contract for proper erosion control
during construction in accordance with City erosion control policy.
r. Lot width variances are acknowledged for Lots 10, 1.1 and 12.
5. All dead and diseased trees on the property shall be removed and
hauled away at owners expense.
MOTION CARRIED . .0-0-0) All in favor
7901.6 - Gregory Riaa e Variance & Concept Plan
Staff reviewed the report of March 16, 1979 regarding petitioner's proposal to develop
an approximate 5 acre site on County Road 18 north of the Soo Line Railroad tracks with
a If development. Staff explained that the site was not served by utilities
which were in the 5 -year Capital Improvement Plan for installation in 1980. Petitioner
is seeking a variance from Council Policy Resolution #75-664 which prohibits development
in such areas. Staff explained the petitioner had also submitted a concept plan for
development of the site in support of the variance request and for purposes of solicit;ng
Commission direction in the preparation of final site plans shouldthe variance request
be approved.
Chairman Davenport recognized Mr. Riggle who suggested that the Commission could review
the proposal :as a 2 -bedroom dwelling with approximately 800 garage units. He discussed
his letter of January 9, 1979 speaking to the Council policy criteria for a variance,
and explained that the proposed use was not intense, had no employees ocher than the
resident caretaker and generated low traffic_„
Petitioner also stated that sewer and water needs for the apartment could be provided
on-site until City utilities were available; and that the owner would be willing to post
a bond insuring that Utility connections would be made when municipal services were
available.
As to fire protection Mr. Riggle suggested that the city was prepared to handle fire
emergencies in existing areas of the City that did not have utilities and that the peti-
V over was prepared to divide the proposed buildings with fire walls at a greater
frequency than that required under the Uniform Building Code. He also stated that fire
extinguishers would be provided on the outside of the building every 150 -feet, and he
indicated that "dry" fire hydrants would be installed in anticipation of City water being
available in 1980.
He suggested that there was no dan0er to the general public, that there was no occupancy
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on the situ other than in the 24edroom dwelling unit, and that the proposed use should
not place any undue burden upon the City for lack of publicutilities,
Discussion ensued regarding a March 20, 1979 memorandum from the Police Department relative
to the existing mini -warehouse use further south on County Road 1.8. The report indicated
the experience with respect to burglaries and vandalism on the site.
Mr. Riggle suggested that the petitioner's company had an effective approach to ,providing
security including enclosure of the site with security fencing and use of a`check--in/
check-out procedure for users. He stated that there would be hours of operation and the
facility would not be open at night. He also commented that the facility would never be
unattended.
Staff stated that the proposal represented premature development in the area especially
in consideration of the 1980 scheduled installation of utilities; it was noted that in
the case of the Bass Lake Plaza Addition to the northwest, the Council had directed that
no further development nccur in that area, other than the earlier approved car dealer.,
ships, until utilities were available, Commissioners responded that the proposed use;
appeared to be unique from other types of commercial or industrit,l uses in that extremely
low demand existed for sewer and water, and that a variance in this regard would not
extablish an undesirable precedent.
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioners Fasiliou, to make the following
recommendation to the City Council:
That the request of Gregory Riggle representing Allstate U -Lok Storage for a variance
from Council Policy Resolution W75-664 regulating urban development in areas without
util ties be approved in consideration of the following.
1 Petitioner has established that the proposed use would not cause an
adverse, impact upon the natural environment.
2. Petitioner has demonstrated that divergence from the policy would not
cause an unreasonable burden upon the City providing services and utilities;
through the provision of additional fire wall protection in the buildings
and the provision for external fire extinguishers.
3. The proposed use is of extremely low intensity and has no human occupancy
other than in the 2 -bedroom caretaker apartment,
MOTIONCARRIED (4-0-0) All in favor
Chairman Davenport stated that the Commission should give direction`, to the petitioner
regarding the submitted site layout which at this time represents a concept plan and
would be subject to further review should the City Council approve the recommended
variance. ^hairman Davenport state' a primary concern with the possible future uses of
the site and buildings should the specific proposed use not be successful.
Mr. Riqgle commented that he understood the concern but that he could only speculate as
to possible future uses should the petitioner's operation cease. He stated that the
buildings were constructed so that internal partitions could be 'Moved and that it was
likely buildings would have to be eliminated so that the site could provide the necessary
parking as required by the ordinance and needs of other types of industrial uses.
Chairman` Davenport stated he was concerned with future owners being aware of the need to
comply with applicable ordinance requirements and Mr. Riggle stated he was prepared to
assure the City that in the case of any future proposed use other than mini -warehouses,
the petitioner would comply with applicable standards Discussion ensued as to possi-
bility of applying a covenant on the title of the property to assure that future owners
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would be aware that uses other than the mini warehouse activity would Y4quire compliance
with ordinance requirements for the new use. Mr. Riggle stated he had no objection to a
properly drawn legal cover-rit, assuring that the title to the property contain notice asdiscussed.
Chairman Davenport stated that a major concern for this type of development would be with
the landscaping and discussion ensued regarding the proposed treatment. Mr. Riggle stated
that another facility being developed in Burnsville had raised similar concerns and that
the petitioner was willing to provide substantial landscape treatment for purposes of
buffering and transition.
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Vasiliou, to j'aake the following
recommendation to the City Council:
That the concept site plan submitted by Gregory Riggle on behalf of Allstate U -Lok
Storage for a mini -warehouse use on County Road 18 north of the Soo Line Railroad
tracks be approved subject to the following conditions:
1. That appropriate deed restrictions as approved by the City Attorney be drawn
and filed to ensure that the specific use and approved site plan is tied to
the property; providing notice to any future owner that other uses would
require approval by the City and compliance with applicable City ordinances.
2. The detailed landscape plans be submitted and include the following:
a. Groups of four trees (2 deciduous and 2 non -deciduous) be provided
every 50 -feet along the north and south boundaries.
b. Enhancement of the front boundary with shrubbery and trees,
c. That the area in the northwest corner may be landscaped •jf the
parking spaces are not required for the proposed use.
3. The total building coverage shall not exceed the ordinance maximum of 351.
4. The petitioner shall provide a written explanation of management policy and
security measures to include the presence of caretaker on the site at all
times; effective site lighting; the provision for check-in and check-out
procedures; and the provision for security fencing.
5. Posting of a surety bond guaranteeing connection to City utilities when
they become available,
6. The required site improvement financial guarantee shall be termed for
24 months.
7. Compliance with ordinance requirements for a Conditional Use Permit for
the on-site caretaker residence.
Chairman Davenport directed Staff to include the Police Department memorandum regarding
the existing mini -warehouse facility in the Staff report to the City Council.
MOTION CARRIED (4-0-0) All in favor
79009__- Trinity Associates Preliminary Plat
Staff reviewed the March 16, 1979 report and the February 21, 1.979 Commission Minutes
which deferred action on the preliminary plat request for "Trinity Ponds" west of Niagara
Lane on the north side of County Road 15,
Staff explained the petitioner has revised the design and now proposes 7 single family
lots with a 7 -foot right-of-way dedication on County Road 15; no variances are proposed.
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Chairman Davenport recognized Mr. Gionfriddo who represented the :oetitioner and a brio
discussio-, ensued.
Harold [lay, 410 Niagara Lane North who explained he representedgp himself and air. Wells
Wilbor, 15225 Coun;y Road 15, stated he had no objections to the proposal.
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Vasiliou, to make the followingrecommendationtotheCityCouncil;
That the request of Trinity Bks res for a 7 single family lot subdivision
west of Niagara Lane on the...., Ide of County Road 15 be approved subject
to the following conditions<
1. Compliance with the City Engineer's memorandum for this project.
2. Dedication of 7-feet of right-of-way adjacent to County Road 15.
S. Payment of park dedication fees-in-lieu of dedication in accordance
with established City policy at the time of final platting,
4. Final plat shall indicate the minimum approved ground floor elevation
for each lot and the proposed ground floor elevation for each lot in
accordance with City policy.
MOTION CARRIED (4-0-0) All in favor
Approval of Minutes
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, Seconded by Commissioner Vasiliou, to approve the
minutes of the March 7, 1979 meeting as submitted.
MOTION CARRIED (2-0-2) Chairman Davenport - Abstain
Commissioner Eagleton-Abstain
Other Business
In other business Chairman Davenport noted the scheduled Elm Creek Conservation dinner on
April 11 1979 and requested Staff to make reservations for those Commissioners who would
be interested in attending.
In other business Staff explained that the owners of the "Rembrandt Property" at the
northwest quadrant of 1-494 and County Road 9 had recently submitted a concept plan
development of that area which is currently guided IP (Planned Industrial). Staff
explained that the owner had been informed of the Commission's review of that area in
light of the known physical constraints, and of the Commission's recommendat: that the
area be reguided to CL (Commercial Limited Business). Staff commented that "he owner was
amenable to that recommendation and had indicated a desire for any further input by theCommis--Yon since .t was the intent to submit a development plan and plat for the area
this spy°i,ig,
Chairman Davenport polled the Commissioner's and established that it was the Comission's
intent to conduct a hearing, which could be in conjunction with a rezoning and preliminary
plat hearing, to establish the guiding of the area as CL rather than IP.
Chairman .Davenport adjourned the meeting at 11:10 p.m.
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APPROVED BY PLANNING COMMISSION
David J. Davenport, Chairman
Blair Tremere, Secretary
Plmouth Planning Commission
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Date 3/20/79
To: Acting Chief Solberg, Planning Director Tremere
From: Det/Sgt Rogers
Subject; Incident and property loss survey,: Minnesota Mini-Stora^e,
1015 North Co ;#18, Plymouth, Minnesota.,
On 3/15/79 1 received a request from Mr. Tremere -4o conduct an incident survey and
property loss evaluation on the burglary incidents .at the above location. The
information was to be used in conjunction with a planning study on a proposed site
for a similar operation within the City of Plymouth. Based on the file research of
precinct .number thirty-six, the following is a listing of the numbers of incidents,
property value lost, and the year in which the incidents occurred.
1977: eight cases $7690.90 ,
1978: seventeen cases $42460.70
1979: four cases to 3/20/79) $8040.00
2 yrs mos 29 cases,lel.60 worth of property loss.
It should be noted that there was a tremendous property loss reported in 1978. Thiscan .be attributed to one incident -in which over $32.,000.00 worth of property was takenatonetime. The major contributing factors for these ticidents are of course ine.dequate
secutiy measures taken on the part of the victims themselves, and partial3y, I feel, on
the part of the business..
Currently there are lighting fixtures around the facility in Plymouth coupled with a
chain link fence,.. However, the 90te to the facility is open all evening long, and
although the area is checked at various times on various days by the Mgr for the facility, I would recommend stronger security precautions be taken at this or any future sita ofasimilarnatureinPlymouth
For example I feel, that it should be necessary, ire view of the amounts and types of
expensive property contained in the facilities, that a special 24 hr. guard be placed
and the entrance to check in and out, the personnel using the facility, Also a uniform
heavy industrial lack system should be utilized that W-Oild be nearly tamper proof and
rented to the customer Dy the facility management. These extra measure4 coupled with
those already existing would decrease the burglary rate very effectively. As the City
grows this type of theft no doubt will increase if the victims do not take the respons-
ibility upon themselves to :correct the matter.
Submi, ed by,
wre E. Rogers
Inve igations Div.