HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Minutes 04-04-1979PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
APRIL 4, 1979
A regular meeting of the Plymouth Planning Commission was called to o;,der by Chairman
David Davenport at 7,35 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard.
MEM39RS PkESENT Chairman Davenport, Commissioners Threinen, Wire, Eaglt- tona Schneider,
Vasiliou and Barron
MEMBERS ABSENT: None y
STAFF PRESENT:: Blair Tremere, Mary Ray
79018 - Tim Igo/rhe Housing Broup RPUD Concept Plan; RPUD C.U.P.
Preliminary Plan, Preliminary
Plat, Rezoning
Staff reviewed the March 30, 1979 report: the initial RPUD concept, phase which included
a Public Information Hearing; and the second RPUD phase consisting of C.U.P< Preliminary
Plan and Plat, and Rezciring for which the required Public Hearing had been scheduled.
Staff explained the pe =tioner proposed a 140 unit quadraminium development on the 25,3
acre Outlot G in the ,ori.; east corner of the Plym, alt,, tolls Additi.,1. Staff indicated
that the petitioner's Concept Plan report describ,:.r, a, transitional density on the north
side of eche site which was the opposite of that directed by the 'City Council in Resolution
79-122; the Council specified that the dcnsi ty oil the north portion next to County Road 9
should be LA -2 density, and the report describes an LA -3 density.
Chairman Davenport recognized Mr. Dickman. Knutson of McCombs -KnutsonMcCombs-Knutson Associatesciates repre-
senting the petitioner who presented a ora hic which h ghl gi,.Qd 5 buildiiga on the north
side; Mr. Knutson explained that,this area represented an LA -Z transitional density as
directed by the Council across from the LA -1 to the north, while the other buildings were
across from Outl of C which was guided LA -4, Mr. Knutson stated that the Concept. Pian
booklet was incorrect in its description of the guiding and transitional density.
Commissioner Threinen inquired about the setback distance of the proposed patio decks from
the street right--of-way and Mr. Knutson explained that with the design of the fireplace
the edge of the decks would: extend 6 -feet into the required side yard which was permitted:
by the Zoning Ordinance. Commissioners stated this should be clarified on the Final Plans,
Commission,Nr Threinen inquired about the impact of the flood plain upon the development
and noted Staff's remarks that this site is 1 vexed in part by the General Flood' Plain
District; thus it is subject to the Conditional V e requirements of Section 6 of the
Zoning Ordinance., Mr. Knutson responded that the remarks in the Concept Plan booklet were
intended to explain that no buildings were proposed within the Flood Plain District, and
that the petitioner realized that a portion of the site was covered and thus the procedure
set forth in the Zoning Ordinance would be followed.
Attilio Demarco, a member of The Housing Group, explained graphics of the proposed quad..
raminium building. Extensive discussion ensued as to the view of the buildings from out-
side the development, especially from the north. Mr. Knutson, stated that there would be
a 6• -foot berm along County Road 9 and Commissioner Schneider suggested that a cross-
sectional elevation be submitted with the final plans so this view could be better evaluated.
Discussion ensued regarding the proposed price range of the units and fallowing a question
by Commissioner Vasiliou there was discussion of the petitioner's development experience,.
Mr. DeMarco stated that the members of the investment management group had a general
experience in the commercial and single family development business.
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Commissioner Threinea inquired about proposed access from the development to the adjacent
trail system, and Mr. Knutson responded that specific access corridors would be indicted
on the final plan.
Charman Davenport opened the Informational Hearing and noted that none of the notified
neighboring property owners were present, He then closed the Informational Hearing.
MOTION by Commissioner Barron, seconded by Commissioner Vasliou, to take action on this
matter at this meeting.
MOTION CARRIED (7-0-0) All in favor
Chairman Davenport stated that a technical tariance was involved in that the site is less
than 40 acres; he stated that the petitioner spoke to that subject in.the concept plan
report. .staff explained that the City Council had directed under Resolution #78.533 that
all of the residential outlots in the Plymouth Hells Addition be treated as RPUU's.
MOTION by Commission Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Barfon, to acknowledge a variance
for the Creekside PUD of 25.3 acres
MOTION CARRIED (7-0-0) All in favor
MOTION by Commissioner Threinen, seconded by Commissioner Wire, to make the following
recommendation to the City Councils
That the RPUD Concept Plan for Creekside consisting of 140 quadraminium units on the
25.3 acre Outlot G of Plymouth Hills Addition be approved subject to the following
conditions:
I. The *ypit,a: building location plate shall be corrected as to minimum setback
from property line and a cross-sectional view of the: proposed units from
County Road 9 shall be suumitted with the final plans.
2. Compliance with the provisions of Section 6 of the Zoning Ordinance
relative to Flood Pl ai a Development'
3. Provision for substantial buffering and screening along County Road 9,
4. Provisions for pedestrian linkages with the Plymouth Creek trail corridor..
5. The development grading, drainage and ponding shall be consistent with the
guidelines set forth in the related area Environmental Assessment Worksheet
prepared for Plymouth Hills Addition.
6. Satisfaction of park dedication requirements in accordance with City polio,
per Council Resolution X78-661) at the time of final platting.
C;'.ITTON CARRIED (7-0-0) All in favor
Chairman Davenport opened thy, Public Hearing for the Preliminary Plat and Rezoning and
noted that none of the notifiod property owners were present. He closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION by Commissioner Threinen, seconded by "'Ommissioner Vasiliou, to make the following
recommendation to the City Council -
That the Conditional Use Permit, Prp iminary Plan, Preliminary Plat and Rezoning
for RPUD 79-1, Creekside, consisting of 140 quadraminium units on the 25..3 acre
Outlot G Plymouth Hills Addition be approved subject to the following conditions:
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I. Final plans shall include graphics showing the extension of traffic
corridors to the east.
2. Compliance Ath the Engineer's memorandum for this project.
3. Compliance with the conditions set fortis in the concept plan approval.
MOTION CARRIED (7-0-0) All in favor
A-571 -VoTp Construction Co, Preliminary Plat
Staff reviewed the March 30, 1979 report and discussed the background which included a
1976 effort to plat the property by another petitioner.
Extensive discussion ensued regarding drainage design since, unlike -the 1975 plat layout,
and in accordance with current City 'policy, the large ponding, area is to be incorporated
into the proposed lo -116's.
Chairman Davenport recognized Mr. Don Anderson who represented the petitioner and who
explained the drainage design and the area elevations.
Chairman Davenport stated concern about the proposed building coverage and suggested that
the petitioner submit a revised General Development Plan indicating th", proposed structur-is
to :scale.
Cormissioner Threinen stated concern as to the potential parking layoL, .the site
which would access onto Niagara Lane.
Chairman Davenport opened the Public Hearing and noted that none of the notified property
owners were present to speak on the matter; he closed the Public Hearing.
Mr. Anderson requosted that the Staff recommendations as to limited number of curb cuts
on various sit -as be modified at this time to refer to limited access; the exact number
of curb cuts to be determined at the time of Site Plan approval.
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissimer Wire, to take action on this
petition at this meeting,
MOTION CARRIED (7-0-0)
1.
All in favor
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded.byCommissioner Vasiliou, to make the
following recommendation to the Pity Council:
That the Preliminary Plat submitted by Volp Construction Company for Playhouse
Industrial Park 2nd Addition, consisting of 6 industrial lots at the southeast
corner of Ranchview Lane and State 'Highway 55 be approved subject to the
following conditions-,
1. Compliance with the City Engineer's memorandum for this project.
2,, Provision of all storm drainage and utility easements prior to filing
of Nnal Plat,
3. Access to Ranchview Lane shall be limited to proposed Lot 1, the access
for ihich shall be located as far as possible to the south of the inter-
section of State Highway 55 and Ranchview Lane; proposed Lots 2 and 6
shallaccess from the proposed cul-de-sac, access to proposed Lot 4 from
Niagara Lane shall be 111nited and located as far south as possible from
the inteysection of Niagara Lane and State Highway 55.
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4. Street name designation of the proposed cul-de-sac shall be per street
naming policy (aiigned with 30th Avenue North),
MOTION CARRIED (7-0-0) All in favor
The Commisston recessed at 8:50 pm. and resumed at 9:00 p.m.
A-730 - Roger Hokanson Site Plan
Staff reviewed the March 30, 1579 report and stated the Commission should be specific in
the nature of tha use approved since the petition contained an implied-variarce as to
parking from stated ordinance standards. Commissioners Vasiliou and Schneider explained
personal experiences with other area racquetball courts and the available pa)1king which
g9nerally was not aaequate.
Chairman Davenport recognized the petitioner and Mr. Jim Loken who referred to other
operations they had in the Twin Cities area, and who stated the proposed 98 stalls were
vtore tKr.n adequate for the proposed use.,
Commissioner Vasiliou inquired about the possible future installation of a swimming pool
or other amenities which could. intensify the use. She referred to the statement submitted
by tbq petitioner explaining the nature of the proposed racquetball facility. Mr. Hokanson
stateJ that further amenities would be subject to approval by the club membership;
Mr. Loken suggested that the specific parking needs could be evaluated at site plan
approval time if the building were to be expanded.
Commissioner Threinen was concerned with the lack of sign plans; the petitioner commented
that final plans for signs would be submitted for Commission approval but they were not
available at this time.
Further extensive discussion ensued regarding the potential of the site on the north side
to support additional parking if it were needed. ,'ommissioner Barron stated that, since
the petitioner indicated th- tennis courts outside were "future" in nature subject to
later" detenuina,tion 4y the club membership, the courts should be eliminated from this
approval.
MOTION by Cow.issicner Barron, seconded by Commissioner Threinen, to make the following
recommendation to the City Council;
That the site plan for a 15,364 square foot racquetball facility on a 2,45 acre site
on the east side of Fernbrook Lane at 28th.Place North be approved subject to the
following conditions. -
1. Compliance with the City Engineer's memorandum for this project,
2. Year around clear maintenance of the fire lanes, the design of which shall be
according to City standards.
3. Maximum curb cut width onto Fernbrook Lane of 24 -feet.
4. Compliance with the Special Use Permit standards of the ordinance as
approved under Resolution #78-760.
5, Payment of park dedication fees -in -lieu of dedication in accordance with
current City policy at the time of development.
6. Term of the ordinance required site improvement financial guarantee shall
be for 18 months.
7, The use of the facility shall not be substantially modified without City
approval in consideration of compliance with approved parking and ordinance
standards,
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Detailed sign plans shall be submitted to the Commission for approval
prior to the issuance of sign permits.
9. Elimination of the 4 deck tennis courts at this time subject to later
site plan approval
Further discussion ensued and Mr. Loken stated that the petitioner would prefer to have
approval of one or two of the tennis courts at this gime.
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Eagleton, to amend the main
motion by amending the language of Condition #g as follows
Man approval at this time includes a maximum of 2 deck tennis courts
to be preferabl,,y located at the east end of the building,
In further discussion Commissioner Barron stated that he did not agree with that recommen-
dation in that parking setback and driving ;ane setbacks could not be met if some of the
land on the north side of the building were needed for parking,
Following further discos -'on Mr. Loken requested that the approval be as originally stated,
not including any deck tennis courts, at this time,
Commisiuner Schneider with Commissioner Eagleton's concurrence withdrew the amendment
in its entireiy.
MOTION by C'oranissioner Schneider, seconded by Chairman Davenport, to amend the main motion
by the addition of a 10th condition:
10. The landscape plan shall include 5 additional trees, 6 -foot high evergreens,
in the green strip adajcent to l:ernhrook Lane,
MOTION CARRIED 6--1--0) Commissioner Vasiliou Opposed'
Chairajan Davenport called for a vote on the main motion as once amended,
MOTION CARRIED (C-1-Ol Commissioner Vasi'iou Opposed
on the grounds that the planning of the site was not as complete as possible with respect
to parking and total use,
A-745 Larry Laukka Associates RPUD 7E-3 Final Plat/Plan & CUP
WesL Ridge Estates and West Ridge Estates 2nd Addition _
Staff reviewed the March 30: 1979 report and explained that the Commission's action should
be made in t' ke stages: approval of the final plat and plans for each of, the proposed
subdivis*- a. West Ridge Lstates and blest Ridge Estates 2nd. Addition; and thirdly, approval
of Condi. .,a1 Use Permits for proposed real estate sales offices and parking. Staff also
referred. to Resolution #78-757 approving the Conditional Use Permit/Rezoning/Preliminary
Plat for the RP;9D.
Staff connnented that petitioner had submitted a possible site plan for the condominiums
in the southwest corner of the project on Outlot C and that white specific site plan
approval would be required when the developer proposes the actual construction, this layout
would be approved with the action on West Ridge Estates.
Chairman Davenport recognized Mr. Fran Hagen of Westwood Planning and Engineering who
represented the petitioner and who explained the modifications to West Ridge Estates Ist
Addition from the original concept plan.
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Chairman Davenport also recognized the petitioner and a brief discussion ensued regarding
the proposed common driveways for the quadraminium units, as well as the required land-
scaping and b0tering along the east boundary.
Mr. Hagen reviewed the architectural drawings for the quadraminium units and discussed
the staging of that portion of the development. He also stated that 2 outlots, D and H,
contained the new County Road 9 right-of-way which would be conveyed to the City.
MOTION: by Connissioner Vasiliou, seconded by Commissioner Baron, to make the following
reconiendation to the City Council.;
That the final plan and plat tar West Ridge Estates, RPUD 78-3, consisting of 44 quad-
raminium units plus 5 outlots be approved subject to the following conditions:
1.. Compliance with the City E,igineer's memorandum for this project.
payment of park dedication fa `F 1., -Il i eu of dedication for 44 dwelling
units according to current C 2 pol vy prior to filing of final plat.
3. Compliance with the provisions r1`<Yction 9 of the Zoning Ordinance
with respect to RPUD operating and maintenance- requirements for common
facilities, and wit(i resp.,ct to provision of covenants and restrictions
as approved by the City Attorney, to include the requirement that if
the City is required to provide maintenance for common areas, streets
and utilities the cost of such: maintenance will be assessed against the
homeowners association.
44 Naming of indicated streets in accordant+ with adopted street nair•ing scheme.
5. Dedication of rights-of-way and utility and drainage easements as approved
by the City Enqineer including assessments, r, be in the initial development
contract.
6. A detailed graphic of the approved final General Development Flan for
RPUD 78-3 shall be displayed on the premises in the 'modal homes or
sales offices for the benefit of prospective buyers.
7w Term of required site improvement financial guarantee shall be for
a minimum 18 months,
8. Compliance with Council Pol;cy Resolution #79-80 regarding minimum
floor elevations for new structure -" in subdivisions adjacent to or
containing open storm water drain«;.
g. The distance between quadraminium geraoes where garages face one
another shall be minimum 66-fejt.
10., Common driveways to the quadraminium units are approved as indicated
on the final plans.
MOTION by Commissioner Barron, seconded by Commissioner Wire, to amend the -main motion
by the addi tion. of an eleventh condition:.
11 Deeds to Outlot D and Outlot H consisting of the new County Road
right-of-way shall be conveyed to the City prior to filing.
MOTION CARRIED (7-0-0) All in favor
Chairman Davenport called for a vote on the main motion as amended.
MOTIONCARRIED (7}-0-0)' All in favor
Extensive discussion ensued regarding the final plan and plat for ,eat Ridge Estates
2nd Addition., expecially with regard to the petitioner's request for tertain setback '
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considerations. Reference was made to the November 1, 1978 Planning Commission Minutes
where petitioner was directed to document those cases where variations from requirements
of Resolution #78-757 specifying minimum yard setbacks would be required.
Staff commented that the issue represented a variation from the approved resolution,
rather than formal variances from the Zoning Ordinance, since this was a Planned Unit
Development. Staff rAque5ted adoption of clear uniform standards so that such questions
wouldnot arise at the time of building permit issuance.
Mr. Hagen stated a 30 -foot front yard was requested can certain lots where filling was tc
occur in order to minimize site impact. He states a 20- or 30 -foot front yard setback oil
certain corner lots was requested to allow more flexibility of house placement since
driveways ara restricted on those lots per the preliminary play, esz lution. He stated
a 5 -foot garage setback is requested on certain cul-de-sac lots&e to the geometry of
pie shaped lots; and that a 3 -foot driveway setback is requested to ease driveway place-
ment in cul-de-sacs,
MOTION by Commission Barron, seconded by Commissioner (tire, to, make the following
recommendation to the City Council;
That the final plat of West R)uge Estates kind Addition containing 42 single family
lots. on Outlots E and F of fest Ridge Estates, north: of new County Road 9, pr000sed
by Larry Laukka Associates as part of RPUD 78-3 be approved subject to the
following conditionsr
1 Compliance with the City Engineer's memorandum for this subdivision.
2. Payment ofpark dedication fees -in -lieu for 42 single family dwellirigs in ti
an amount determined according to current park dedication polic) prior to
filing of final plat.
3; Naming of: indicated streets in cwordance with the adopted street naming scheme..
4. Dedication of rigt.ts-of-way in utility and drainage easements as approved
by the City Engineer, including assessments, to be in the initial Development
Contract.
S. The following singl; family dwelling "ots shall have access restricted
to the adjacent streets and cul-de-sacs other than 44th Avenue Borth:
Block 1, Lots 3 and 8; Block 3, .Lots a and 21.
Building permits for the single family detached homes shall include a
garage site layout within approved setback standards whether it is to
be constructed initially or later.
7. Single family dwelling front yard setoacks shall be 30 -feet; the minimum
side yard setback shall be 10 -feet, except. that Lots 3 and 8, Block 1 amy
have a minimum 20 -foot minimum side yard setback on one of the from yards;
the minimum sL,Mack to driveway shall be 10 -feet except in the case of
cul-de-sac lots, wh.e-e the edge of driveway may diminish from the garage
setback to not less than 3 -feet fro? 'e side property line at the front
property `tine,
8. A graphic showing the approved General Development Plan for RPUD 78-3
shall be on display in all model homes and sales offices on thy: premises
for the benefit of prospective purchasers.
9,. Compliance with City Council Policy Resolution 79-•80 regarding minimum
floor elevations for new structures in subdivisions adjacent to or
containing open storm water drainage.
MOTION CARRIED (g -2-Q} Comm4isizloner Schneider Opp9sed'
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on the ground, that the 20 -foot side yard setback on Lots 3 ,arid e Block 1 could result
in the lack of a uniform yard setback along Kirkwood .ane.
The Commission then considered the request for Conditional Use Permits for model display
homes and sales offices for both the Ist Addition quadraminium development and the 2nd
Addition single family home development. Staff e;-Nplained concern with the proposed
parking between the model quadraminium and exist„i;ng County Road 9, suggesting that the
parking should be further removed from the highway,
Mr. Laukka responded that the proposed parking for the gvadram nium units was so located
because the two units facing the hinhway were the models and the topography and access
to the build ng presented constraints. Mr.. Laukka and Mr. Hagen showed on the Site Plan
that the proposed parking should not present problems with respect to sight distance.
There was also discussion regarding the restoration of the proposed temporary parking
upon the termination of the use of the models homt-s and sales offices.
MOTION by Commissioner Vasiliou, seconded by Commissioner Barron, to make the following
recommendation to the City Council:
That the request of Larry Laukka Associates for a Conditional Use Permit to have
a temporary real estate tract office and model home on the w4st side of test Ridge
Estates 2nd Addition be approved subject to the following conditions;
1. That the driving and parking araas be as indicated on ap,,roved plans
providing for a paved area consistent with ordinance requir,-ments to
assure adequate ingress and egress from the area,
2. A financial guarantee shall be sub litted per ordinance requiremets
to assure the total resto,ativn of the temporary parking area with
sodding, and the term of the guarantee shall be for the duration of
the mode -is and sales offices.
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Threinen, to amend the main
motion by modifying the second condition.
The term of the financial quarantee shall cover the period of one year beyond the
sale of the model homes and shall assure the removal .f sub -soil, the installation
of new soil, and the installation of sod.
MOTION CARRIED (7-0-0) All in flavor
MOTION, by Ccmmissioner l'hreineny seconded by C0111m4ssioner Schneider, to amend the main
motion with the addition of a third condition;
3. Detailei sign plans shall :,e submitted for approval by the Planning
Commission prior to the issuance of sign permits.
MOTION CARRIED (7-0-0) All in favor
Chairman Davenport called for a vote on the ma o motion twice amended.
MOTION CARRIED (7-0-0) All in favor
MOTION by Commissioner Barron, seconded by Commissioner Vasiliou, to approve the Condi-
tional Use Permit for Larry Laukka Associates for temporary real estate sales office
and model homes in the Idlest Ridge Estates quadraminium development per approved plans.
subject to the following conditions:
1. Driving and parking areas shall be as shown on aoproved plans and shall be
pzved and designed in accordance with ordinance standards to assure adequate
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ingress and egress,
2. The site performance financialguarantee for the quadraminium development
shall include restoration of the temporary parking area.
3. Detailed sign plans shall be submitted for approval by the Planning
Commission prior to the issuance of sign permits.
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Davenport, to amend the main
motion with the addition of a fourth condition:
4> That the parking area shown shall be deleted and relocated to either the
north or east side of the model buildine in consideration of safety and
sight distance.
MOTION FAILED (2.5_0) 'Commissioner Schneider in Favor
Chairman Davenport called for a vote on the main motion as amended.
MOTION CARRIED (5--,)0) Commissioner Schneider Opposed
on the .basis of concerns for traffic safety and sight distance.
79013 - Carbon Properties Site Plan
Staff reviewed the report of March 30, 1979 regarding the proposed 26 mini -warehouse
building on a 7.24 acre site in the Minneapolis Industrial Park east of Xenium Lane and
south of Highway 55,
Commissioner Wire stated :he felt the proposed development was inappropriate for the site
49, and for the industrial park because the use did not constitute the standard warehouse or
industrial building character of the area and the zoning district. Staff stated that the
Zoning Ordinance provides for "storage" in this zoning di: ict but that otherwise, the
proposed use is markedly different from the standard industrial warehouse use.
Staff explained' a basic concern was with th -,awure ,: the operation: there is no clear
provision for or assurance of periodic ins. ` on h, ty bui1dino or fire inspectors of
the occupanices, as there is in the case of„c commercial and industrial
occupancies throughout the City. He states and State codes require access at
reasonable times for inspection personnel, af.this proposal and comparable ones
reviewed by the Commission recently have not au, uately spoken to that requirement.
Commissioner Threinen stated that toe proposed trash disposal building does not appear
to provide adequate or realistic access to all possible users of the development.
Chairman Davenport recognized Mr.. John Sebold of the Carlson Companies who explained
that Carlson Corpanies would be part owner of the proposed development.. Fie stated that
the owner had an interest in this specialized development and had sought outside assistance
and partnership with 'parties who had developed other similar uses throughout the country.
He introduced Mr. Allen Westphal and Mr. C.J. Hedlund and extensive discussion ensued.
Mr. Sebold stated he recognized Commissioner Wire's concerns with the aesthetics of the
projeck and he felt that proposed plans took that into account with the design of the
buildings and the berminq along Highway 55. He reviewed the exterior finish of the
proposed buildings and' the landscape treatment noting that none of the garage doors face
outward from the site.
Mr. Sebold stated concerns with the Staff recommendation that the access to the site
from Xenium Lane should be a public street dedicated across the existing GO -foot private
easement. He explained that a private road had been proposed and was desired for three
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reasons. privacy was desired and a control point could be established near Xenium Lane
discouraging the public from entering the actual site; a private roadway would not require
maintenance by the City, and, no public need or overriding benefit was evident with respect
to this site or adjacent uses which all have leoal access from other streets.
Staff discussed the basis for recommending a public street noting the approximate 700 -foot
length of the private easement between the site and Xenium Lane,
Mr. Hedlund and Mr. Westphal d'scussed the management of the operation and explained the
partnership resat' o ishi p with f.arl son Companies.,
Commissioners Threinen and Schieider inquired about the separaLion of various buildings
and whether any buildings had openings at the ends. Mr. Westphal responded that there was
an approximate 10 -foot separation between the buildings and that all buildings had door
openings at the end except for Buildings 1-4, 26, and Building 19 at the north end. He
stated these doors were for 5 ft. x 5 ft. spaces intended for small storage users such
a apartment dwallers
In further discussion Mr. Westphal stated that the average daily traffic count was
approximately 17 cars and that approximately 1.,000 storage units were contained vithin
the buildings. Regarding security, he stated that the layout of the site is such that
buildings ring the site and that fencing is proposed between those perimeter buildings-,
the fencing would have gates which could be open for purposes of removio!4 snow from the site.
Mr, Hedlund stated that experience with other similar developments indicated a low
incidence of break-ins and vandalism. Staff inquired whether City inspection personnel
could gain reasonable access to the build°;ngs to verify the types of occupancies; Mr. West-
phal responded in the negative. Chairman Davenport noted that the draft lease did not
seem to speak to the landlord hay.og eccess tc the various storage spaces and Mr. Westphal,
responderl that that was correct although the landlord's right of e cess was implied
especially when inappropriate act vitt' was suspected.
Mr. Sebold noted that many industrialpark owners had indicated an interest in the use of
this site for accessory storaae.
Chairman Davenport inquired as to rental rates and Mr. Hedlund responded that the largest
space, 10 ft. x 30 ft. was $75/month, and the smallest space, 5 ft. x 5 ft. was $16/month.
Mr. Westphal stated that flood lighting would be provi the buildings and he .also
described the exterior finish.
Chairma:, Davenport recognized Mr. Robert Wilson, 13011 Highway 55 whose residence is
adjacent to the site. Mr. Wilson sited drainage problems in the area which had continued
over the years and which he claimed the City had indicated would be eventually resolved.
Ne .stated that while he had no specific objection to the propos,2d use he felt that the
drainage problems in the area should be resolved at this time.
Staff noted that the yard; setbacks for Buildings 19 and 20 un the sough end, and for
Buildings 4 and 26 on the west side, were 15 -feet versus the ordinance required minimum
of 25 -feet; and that there was no apparent basis for this variance considering the high
ground coverage ratio and minimum landscaping. Staff also stated that the Fire Chief
had indicated concern about proper turning 'radiuses for the City fire equipment, and
had suggested a 50- coot turning radius around buildings. Staff stated that modifications
should be required to assure that amount of space.
MOTION by Commissioner Vasiliou, seconded by Commissioner Barron, to make the following
recommendation to the City Council:
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That the Site Plan and Conditional U5e Permit reauest submit -ted by Carlson
Properties for a mini -warehouse development and caretaker residence on the 7.24
acre site east of Xenium Lane and southerly of Highway 55 be approved subject
to the following conditions:
1. Compliance -,ith the City Engineer's memorandum for this project with
particular attention directed to resolving existing stormdrainaae
problems in the area,.
2. Access to the site from Xenium Lane shall be by puhlic street to be
dedicated across, the existing 60 -foot private easement; appropriate
cul-de-sac design approved by the City Engineer shall be installed
on the property.
3. Payment of park dedication fees -in -lieu of dedication shall be based
upon verified acroacie according to current City park eadication policy
at the time of development.
4. Approved landscaping, drainage, road access, and security fencing
provisions shall be accomplished during the forst phase of development.
5. Term of required site 'Improvement financial -Guarantee shall be for 24 months.
6. Appropriate deed restrictions as approved by the City Attornev shall be
drawn argil filed to insure 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.
7. Fire lane design including aisle width for purposes of emergency vehicle
maneuvering, as well as hydrant locations, shall be approved by tho Fire
Chief prior to building permit -issuance.
MOTION by Con-nissioner Barron, seconded by Commissioner Vasiliou, to amend the main
motion with the addition of -n eighth condition:
8. That a 10 -foot side yard setback variance be allowed for Buildings 19, 20,
26 and 4, in that the entire site layout would be affected to the extent
that some building area would be eliminated if the ordinance minimum
standard *.-e applied.
MOTION FAILED Commissioner Barron in Favor
Commissioner Wire Abstained
MOTION by Commissioner Sch)ieider, seconded by Commissioner Vastliou, to amend condition
4 of the main motion., site landscaping shall be enhanced between Buildings 1 and 19
with the addition of 2 green vsh `t.,oees and,6 evergreen trees 6 -foot high to increase the
buffering, and the beri-ning at the south end of the site shall be extended approximately
200 -feet westerly adjacent to Building 19,
MOTION CARRIED 6-0-1) Commissioner Wire Abstained
Commissioner Barron iii atOred as to the 24 month terip of the financial guarantee and asked
for further clar'ficati,,,,n reqardinq the public versus private road. Staff responded that
the 24 month term was suaces-Ited because of the length of the ruadway from Xenium Lane and
concern about maintenanc;:, and emergency vehicle access to all the properties in the area.
MOTION by Coni.issioner Barron, seconded by Commissioner Schneider, to amend the ma -*n motion
by the deletion of the second condition, to permit private road access as indicated on
the plan.
MOTION CARRIED (6-0-1) Commissioner Wire Abstained
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MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Barron, to amend the ma,ii
motion with the addition of an eighth condition:
8. A security guard and surveillance shall be provided on the site at all times;
fencing shall be provided betty'' -e:: buildings to provide a continuous secure
perimeter is explained, and effective security lighting shall be provided
throughout I. -he entire development.
MOTION CARRIED (6-0-1) Commissioner Wire A5stained
Chairman Dav^nport called fog* on the main motion as amended three times.
MOTION CARRIED (5-2-0) Commissioner Wire Opposed
on the basis of previously stated concerns that the use was not appropriate for this
site or for the planned industrial park as presented; Commissioner Threinen Opposed
on the basis of the development is not consistent with the purposes and intent of the
Zoninq Ordinance as stated in Section, 1-' the use is more service oriented rather than
industrial orien'led; safety problems areevident with this type of use andwith the
proposed use in particular with respect to fire safe;., and access; the proposed ground
coverage is excessive for this -,ite in relatioii to otner d-velopments in the industrial
park; and the petitioner has rwl- provided adequate assurances with respect to inspection
requirements of the variety of private occupancies in the building.
79015 - Robert Wernick for I ink Supply Co. S4 Plan
Staff reviewed the March 30, 1979 report regarding the proposed 95,000 squar2 foot
warehouse office facility at the southeast corner of Xenium Lane and 15th Avenue North.
Staff explained this site consists of existing platt-ed industrial lots plus additional
land being acquired from the railroad right-of-way on the south for a combined site total
of i.45 ac s,, Staff reviewed the City Engineer's memorandum regarding storm cirainage
concerns i. ,e area.
Chairman Davenport, recognized Mr. John Sebold of Carlson Companies, who introduced
Mr. Robert Werni\.k, owner, and Mr. Randy Engel, the architect.
Mr. Engel reviewed the site layout and Mr. Wernick discussed the nature of the operation.
Coim.issiones Eagleton iiiqulred as to the number of employees and Mr. Wernick responded
that ,%are were approximately 1215 emplo yes at the present time, although 45 of those did
not work at 0,e main office but Vather were installers on customer sites. Mr. Wernick
stated that growth was antic,'tpated as well as possible future expansion of the building.
Mr. 14ernick and Mr. Engel reviewed a model of the site and noted the submi'Ated "proof -of-,
parking plan" that indicated the capacity of the s-te for manufacturing ratio parking
requirements.
Commissioner S,:hneider commented on the site landscaping and the view of the loading area,
and he suggested that additional terming could be provided along the 15th Avenue right-
of-way.
MOTION by Commissioner Threnen,, seconded by Commissioner Barron, to make the followina
recommendation to the City Council -
That the Site Plan and Lot Consolidation submitted by Robert Werrick for Pink Supply
Company mor a 95,234 square foot watehouse office facility iP"Iuding showroom at the
southeast corner of Xenium Lane and 15th Avenue North be approved subject to the
following conditions-.
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I. Compliance with the City Enoineer's memorandum for this project.:
2. Payment c" park dedication fees -in -lieu of dedication based upon the
verifled acreage and according to the current City park dedication
policy .%t tho tiria of development.
3. Term of ordnance veyjired financial guarantee for site improvement
Shall be 18 plonths.
4. Detailed sign plans shall be submitteO for approval by the Commission
prior to the issuance ,of sign permits.
5 No building permits shall be issued until an approved lot consolidation
has been filed with Hennepin Countvj variance is granted to consolidate
unplatted land from railroad right-of-way with platted parcels.
6. Easements for roadways, utiliti:ets, and drainage shall be submitted
prior to issuance of building permit,
MOTION CARRIED (7-0-0) All in favor
Rproval of Minutes
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Vasiliou, to approve the
minutes of the March 21, 1979 meeting as SLIb Pitted,
MOTION CARK D (4-0-:3) Commissioners Threi nen,
Barron & Wire Abstained
In Other Business, Chairman Davenport designated Commissioner Schneider to work with
Staff in the development of preliminary recommendations regarding a landscape criteria
policy and ordinance amendments,
In Other Business, Staff rev p- ed the status of the Comprehensive Planning Update and
explained that a completion schedule was being prepared for review by the Commission and
Council.
Chairman Davenport adjourned the meeting at 12:35 am.
APPROVED BY PLANNING COMMISSION
David J Davenport, Chairman
Plymouth Planning Commission
Blair Tremere, Secretary