HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Minutes 08-08-1979Planning Commission Meeting of August 8, 1979
Present. Commissioners Vasiliou, Threinen, Wire, Eagleton and Larson
Absent; Chairman Schneider and Commissioner Barron (Both arrived later..)
Staff Present. Planning .Director Blair Tremere and Development Coordinator Mary Ray
Vice Chairman Vasiliou called the meeting to order Kt 7:30 p.m. in the City Center
lower level due to a power outage.
B. W. & Leo Harris (79035) Rezoning and Preliminary Plat
Staff reviewed the report dated August 3, 1979 regarding property in the northeast
quadrant of Harbor lane and Fernbrook lane, Staff explained that on June 13, 1979
the Commission had recommended denial of a rezoning request because a preliminary
plat had not been submitted. Staff explained that it would be appropriate for the
Commission to reconsider that recommendation, which had not been forwarded to Council,
since the petitioner has now submitted a consolidated rezoning and preliminary plat
petition.
Vice Chairman Vasiliou opened the public hearing and recognized Mr. lavingne,
3225 Fernbrook Lane, who staked concerns with the wooded area and the environmental
impact of the proposed development. He stated that the woods benefitted tl!e immed-
iate area and the City and contained wildlife and served as a buffer from the
freeway.
Mr. Dick Knutson, representing the petitioner, staved measures would be taken as
the area developed to preserve the existing vegetation as much as -possible; he
stated that while it was anticipated the north -south street would go through the
area, no mass grading was anticipated.
Mr. Frank Harris stated the petitioner was environmentally conscious and intended
to protect as many trees as possible.
Vice Chairman Vasiliou closed the public hearing.
MOTION by Commissioner Threinen, secondedby Commissioner Wire, to take action on
the petition at -this meeting.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0-0 All: in favor
Discussion ensued regarding the proposed plat and the Commission's review of the
rezoning proposal at the June 13, 1979 meeting.
MOTION by Commissioner Threinen, seconded by Commissioner Wire, to reconsider the
June 13, 1979' Commission action regarding the rezoning.
MOTION CAnRIEU 4-0-1 Commi ss l over Larson abstained
MOTION by Commissioner Threinen, seconded by Commissioner Wire, to make the following
recommendation oto the City Council
The request by B W. and leo f!,arris for rezoning to 8-1, for preliminary plat
approval of _fire commercial lots, and for general development plan approval
for property in the northeast quadrant of Harbor Lane and Fernbrook lane be
approved subject to the following conditions;
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l Compliance with City Engineer's memorandum for this project;
2. Rezoning to be effective with the filing of final plat;
3. Dedication of proposed street rights-of-way before filing final plat.
4. Conveyance of utility and drainage easements as approved by the City
Engineer, and conveyance of 10 foot trail easement along Fernbrook
Lane and along proposed 34th Avenue North,
5. There shall be no private drive access to Fernbrook lane, a major
thoroughfare;
6. Development other than that indicated on the general development plan
dated July, 1979 shall be subject to approval of proposed amendme;t
to the general development plan prior to any such alternate site
development.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0-0 All in favor
William Jones (79054) Rezoning and Lot Consolidation
Staff reviewed 'the report of August 3, 1979 and discussion ensued regarding Item 3
of the City Engineer's memorandum dated August 7, 1979.regarding additional easement
for the right-of-way of Goldenrod Lane cul-de-sac. -Several Commissioners stated that
it appeared a cul-de-sac was in place in this area and staff responded that the re-
quirement was for the appropriate easement across the subject property.
Vice Chairman Vasilicu opened 'the public hearing and recognized the petitioner
who stated he had. nothing furthe<~ to add.
Vice Chairman Vasil iou closed the public Bearing.
MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Commissioner Eagleton, to act on this
t)etition at this meeting.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0-0 All in favor
MOTION by Comm s!soner Threinen, seconded by Commissioner Wire, to make the following
recommendation 'to the City Council
That the request of William Tones for rezoning to Rl-A and lot consolidation
at the northeast quadrant of Hemlock Lane and Bass Lace Road be approved subject
to the following conditions.
1. Access to the lot is to be gained from Goldenrod Lane;
2, Compliance with the City Engineer's memorandum;
3 Dedication of the area of land in the northeast corner of the lot
that would be large enough to continue the cul-ode-sac configuration
as approved by the City Engineer
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4. Location of the proposed structure shall be in accordance with the
Zoning Ordinance standards;
5. Zoning from R-0 to Rl'-A shall be effective with filing of the lot
consolidation,
Commissioner Threinen stated that staff should check the situation regarding the
closed cul-de-sac versus existing conditions,
MOTION CARR i
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Staff explained the purpcse of general development plan review versus conditional
use permit -review when specific site plans are submitted. He stated the Commission
should reserve final judgment on any possible conditional uses until the final plat.
has been approved and specific site plans are submitted. Staff asked the petitioner
If there were any questions regarding the relationship of a general development plan
approval and specific site plan approval which might or might not include conditional
use perrit approval. Staff noted alrro that the indicated corporate headquarters was
also conditional use in the industrial zone.
Mr. Scherer stated concern; with the Engineer's recommendation for an east -west street
from County Road 18 to Nathan Lane;; staff responded that this was in keeping with
City policy to provide through access especially in larger areas such as this which
Were undergoing initial development.
Vice Chairman Vasiliou opened the public hearing and recognized Mr. John Hopkins,
5309 Woodale Avenue South, who stated he owned property to the west since 1970;
he indicated that there was a general shortage in this area of indusilrial land
along the railroad track,. He stated he supported the petition.
There being no further comments, Vice Chairman Vasiliou closedthe public hearing.
MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Commissioner Eagleton, to act on this
petition this evening.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0-0 All in favor
Chairman Schneider arrived and assumed the chair.
MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Commissioner Threinen, to make the following
recommendation to the City Couna1;
That the request by Scherer Bros. Lumber Company for rezoning to 1-1, for
preliminary plat approval for four industrial lots, and for general development
plan approval for property north of -the Soo Line Railroad track and west of
County Road 18 be approved subject to the following conditions:
I. Compliance with the City Engineer's memorandum for this project
2. A 30 -foot wide easement for trail purposes shall be provided along the
westerly border of proposed Lot 1, Block 2;
3. The v-equired Environmental Assessment Worksheet process shall be com-
pleted prior to final platting,,
4. Prior to final platting, petitioner shall have developed, in conjunction
with the City Enrineer, a traffic circulat7on needs analysi s for the area
to the west and north of the project, with particular attention to pos)ible
east -west street needs,
5., Approval of the general development plan does not include approval of
specific conditional use permits for suggested uses requiring such permits
in the I-1 district, including outside storage and corporate headquarters,
consideration of the specific uses in granting of conditional use permits
shall be a function of specific site plan review;
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6. Approval of the general development plan shall he subject to the -Finding
during site plan approval process that specific sites are capable of sup-
porting proposed uses with respect to parking and yard area requirements;
7. Zoning shall be effective with approval of the final p'
Further discusssion ensued and Commissioner Threinen staged that the following items
should be noted as information for Council review;
I. That the retail aspects of the proposed lumber business at a 5-7 percent
level should be viewed as an accessory use to the manufacturing and dis-
tribution activities•,
2. The petitioner should carefully addr during site plan preparation
the buffering of adjacent residenci y-guided ares, and the screening
of outside storage•,,
3. The matter of an east -west street from County 'Road 18 should be subject
to further analysis of the area traffic needs.
MOTION by Commissioner Threinen, seconded by Commissioner Wire, to amend Item 1
of the main motion by deleting Item 5 of the Engineer's memo; with the provision
that further review by the City and the petitioner should occur especially accounting
for the nature of possible future adjacent development.:
MOTION CARRIED 5--0-0 All in favor
Chairman Schnei'',r raised questions regarding the use of the west area (proposed
Block 2); Mr. 0i.41 Knutson stated that development of that area would be compatible
with the topography and the residenti-ally-guided area to the west. Mr. Knutson
stated that at this time it was anticipated the west area would be platted as an
outlet pending future development=
Chairman Schneider called for a vote on the main motion, as once amended.
MOTION! CARRIED 5-041 All in favor
The Coi-mnission meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.,, and with the return of electrical
sower, resumed at 8:55 p.m, in the City Center Council Chambers;
Harlan and HP.itt Peterson (79055} RPUD Concept Plan
Staff reviewed the August 3, 1975 report for the LA4 guided a,,°ea consisting of
82.9 acres at the southeast corner of Zachary Lane and County toad 10. Staff
vindicated that infermwtion supplied by the petitioner indicates two different
figures for the ar!lount of ponding and wetlands; and this is significant since
in recent RPUD concept plan approvals, the City Council has directed that the
density calculation be exclusive of ponding and wetland areas.Staff';' stated
that the Commission should recommend a specific density or a basis for calculating
density..
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Commissioner Barron arrived.
Chairman Schneider stated concerns that the concept plan should review street access
from the east since the Council had given direction that area circulation should be
a concern with any new development.
Commissioner Aire stated that in formulating the density calculation, the Commission
could review the bonus point assignments found in Section 9 of the Zoning Ordinance.
He stated that he felt only one point rather than four, as suggested by staff, wtas
assignable for project size if the wetland area were excluded.
Chairman Sctmneider opened the public informational hearing and recognized Mr. John
Uban, representing the petitioner, t`t' e and Mr. Harlan Peterson and Mr. Dave Peterson. e n r
Mr. Uban stated the;oetitioner would prefer to have the density calculated on a
grass basis; he stated that if the specific wetland areas were to be excluded,
that area would be something less than indicated since the concept pian showed
proposed wetland's rather than specifically that area at or under the established
high mater mark.
He requested the Commission to look at the project as a whole, and to consider
granting th> owner "compensation" for wetland areas which were effectively put
to the public good; he stated it was essential. ;:o RPUD development that "proper
incentives" be presented to the developer.
Mr. Uban presented graphics and e).plained the development concept, he stated that
it was the peti'ioner"s intent to i,elocate trees from the east side to the west
mire of the project. he indicated that the project would be staged and that
Phase l would consist of 90 units, which was less than the established utility
capacity for the property at the preser.. time.
Staff presented slides of the area and discussion ensued about existing and
proposed vegetation; existing and proposed grading; and the type of units proposed.
Comrmraissioaer Threinen recalled that the northwest corner of the site had been
filled with poor material at the time of the County Road 18 excavation; this was
confirmed by Chairman Schneider. Commissioner Threinen also discussed traffic
and stated that the property could not be developed as an island and that cir-
culation must be taken into account. Mr. Uban noted that an easement for roadway
purposes had been provided at the southeast: corner of the property in consideration
of the location of existing trees and the existing topography. He stated the plan
could be adjusted further to provide access to the east.
Commissioner Threinen inquired as to the statements in the concept proposal about
sewer eapacity* staff indicated that a City engineering repo% had been prepared
as to capacity of the sewer and water for this area, andthis 'information uetermined
the number of units which could be served pending -further installation of utilitie,.
Commissioner Barron stated' concern with the variety of housing types, and Mr. Uban
explained that the bulk of the units were quadraminums, and the rest were town-
houses and duplexes. Mr. Uban stated that the approximate price range would start
in the mid -x,50,000 and the size of the basic unit would be approximately 1,100 4o
1,200 square feet.
Commissioner Wire stated concern with the "fourth phase" in the northeast corner
of time pvoject which appeared to overlap into other land. He stated the project
should show full development within its own boundaries although the type of land
uses adjacent, as well as access, were important considerations.
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Commissioner Eagleton inquired whether the site would: be cortside)ed developable
if only 50 percent of it were free of severe physical constraiots as, indicated
by the ponding areas and the northwest corner which" was filled with peat.
Mr. Uban stated that the petitioner would need more precise data, especially
soils information, and that it might he nec.assary to relocate units,
Mr. David Peterson explained that they, had purchased the land approximately
fifteen years ago; and in response to a question by Commissioner Threinen
acknowledged that they had been aware of the peat in k."e northwest corner.
Concerns were voicedregarding the proposed building set)acks especially at
the south end, from the railroad right-of-way. Chairmao Schneider requested
the petitioner to further explain and justify the Planned Unit Development
request based on the oruinance 61teria including the provision for open space.
Mr. Uban comented as to the intended preservation of trees, the use of the
natural terrain, and the use of the wetland and ponding areas for drainag<
as well as for aesthetic purposes.
Commissioner Wire stated that, in his judgment, the fourth attribute regarding
recreation facilities was not apparent with this development.
Mr. George Meister, 5415 Zachary Lane, commented as to the terrain and stated
concern with preserving terrain, features near the proposed entrance at 53rd
Avenue. Fr; Uban 'responded that petitic::::r was aware of the terrain features
and had designed the entrance to be compatible with 7t.. Mr. Meister also stated
concerns regarding water 4rainage of the area and suggested that it could be very
problematical for area residents if it were not engineered properly.
Mr. John Hopkins, 5509 Woodal e Avenue South, stated be owned the adu acen : 'land
and concurred with the need for future access to the east.
Shirley Zachman 5235 Arrowood.t.ane, stated concerns retarding area traffic
congestion eTpecially at the intersection of County Roads 9 and 10 with Zachary Lanae.
She also stated concerns about the setbacks of the proposed buildings and the price
range of the houses in the development.
Chairm Schneider closed the public bearir:g.
MOTION by Commissioner Barron, ;seconded by Commissioner Wire., to act on -this
petition at this imeeting
MOTION CARRIED 7-0-0 All in favor
Further discussion ensued regarding the ordinance density criteria and the
standards for evaluating ,a proposed RPUD.
MOT:ON by Coninissto .er Barron, seconded by Commissioner Threinen, to matte 'the following
recutmendation 'to the City Council:
That the request by Harlan and t•lewitt Peterson for concept :plan approval, oy"
Harrison Hills" RPUD at the southeast corner of Zachary Lane kind County Road 10
be approved subject to the following conditions
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I. Completionof the Environmental Assessment Worksheet process;
2. Compliance with the City Engineer's memorandum and staging of
development in accordance with utility availability as approved
y the City Engineer;
3. Approval is based upon er!Tsting LA -2 guiding of the entire property
no reguiding of any portion is approved)-
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pproved;
4a Substantial buffering through the use of topography and plantings
will be provided along the southwest and north perimeters of the
roperty}
S. Approved den,4ty for this project shall be exclusive of the tletland
area as verif',ed by the City Engineir and in consideration of the
assigned density bonus points as follows per Section 9 of the Zoning
Ordinance: two points for project size, im r)ints for affirmative design
efforts toward the pryservation and enhancement of desirable natural
site characteristics, for a total of four points with a grass densityperacreof .3.8 units per acre.
MOTION by Commissioner Threinen, seconded by Commissioner Vasiliou, to amend Item 5
of the main motion by striking two bonus points for affirmative design for a total
of two bonus points and a gross density of 3.4 units per acre
Commissioner Threinen stated the reason for the amendment a,sas that Vie proposed
plan reflected only minimal efforts to preserve and enhance the desirz:ble natural
site characteristics. Commissioner Barron stated he felt tie petitioner had shown
such efforts given the nature of the constraints on the property.
MOTION CARRIED 6-1-0 Commissioner Barron opposed'
Commissioner Wire stated concerns with the status of the northeast area of the project
that did not completely rep,-esent development of the area as part of the overall RPUD..
MOTION by Commissioner Threinnn, seconded by Commissioner Wire, to amend the main
motion by the addition of a sixth condition. the northeast area of the project shall'
he fully integrated with the Planned Unit development by design, providing for full
access,
MOTION CARRIED 7-0-0 All in favor
fMOTIONby Commissioner Wire, seconded by Commissioner Schneiotr, to amemad the f0Lrth
condition of the main motion to require the berming, landscaping and setbacks along
the south perimeter provide a buffer from the railroad, right--of-way.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0-0 All in favor
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Wire, to amend: the main
motion by adding a seventh condition,: an area road needs analysis shall be accom-
plished in conjunction with the City Engineer especially directed to providing
access to the east in a continuous pattern with adjacent area residential land
and to amend the main motion with the addition of an eighth condition, petitioner
shall consider the soil conditions in the northwest corner of the site due to
filling operation.
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IMOTION CARRIED 7-0-0 All in favor
MOTION by Commissicner Threinen, seconded by Commissioner Wire, to amend the main
motion with the addition of a ninth condition, the proposed intersection with Zachary
Lane should be moved further south to the maximum distance possible as verified by
the City Engineer.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0-0 All in favor
MOTION by Corti 15siover Schneider, seconded by Conmissiover Threinert, to amend the
main motiott, with the addition of a tenth condition., preliminary plat surv y of the
property shall include a survey of existing major stands of trees and shall be used
to evaluate the proposed relocation of trees from one portion of the site to another.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0-0 All in favor
MOTION by Commissioner Vasiliou, seconded by Commissioner Barron, to defer this item
to permit the petitioner an opportunity to reevaluate the proposed concept plan in
light of the Commission's concerns and in light of the soil conditions and constraints
on the property.
MOTION FAILED 5-2-0 Commissioners Vasil iou
and Eagleto-n in favor
Chairman Schneider called for a vote on the main motion, as amended six times.
MOTION CARRIED 5-2-0 Commissioners VasilioQ
and Eagleton opposed
on the basis that the !,Ian is not adequate as evidenced by the substantial discussion
and input by the Pla, lig Commission with respect to detail analysis that should be
accomplished by petitioner.
Loren Schiebe (A-786) Final Plat and Rezoning
Staff reviewed the report of August 3, 1979 involving property east of Forestview
Lane and south of State Highway 55 service road. Staff explained that on March 6,
1978 the Coviicil approved, under Resolution No. 78-108, preliminary plat and rezoning
of one of the proposed lots, and that since that time the petitioner has disposed
of that land west of Forestview Lane resulting in six commercial lots.
Staff suggested that at the time of filing of ficial plat, the entire plat should be
rezoned to B-1 which is consistent with the guiding for that area.
Staff indicated that neighboring property owners had notified of this hearing
because of the changes.
Chairman Schneider recognized Loren Schiebe who submitted a petition for variou:;
public improvements; Chairman Schnelder directed staff to refer the petition to
the City Engineer.
Mr. Schiebe stated objection to Item 3 in the Engineer's report regarding a
provision for a cul-de-sac at the south end of Forestview Lane. Mr. Schiebe
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stated that he did not feel that the entire cul-de-sac should be taken from their,
property since other property benefitted,
Chairman Schneider recognized Mr, Harvey Schiebe who expressed similar concerns.
Mr. Harold Albrecht commented that if the cul-de-sac is all on the Schiebe property,
Shedd -Brown, owners of the property to the south,, would not have a full 150 foot
frontage.
Dean Matthews, presidont of Shedd -Brown, stated that he neither supported nor
opposed the proposed plat.
Pete Barber, representing Kbneywell, Inc., stated that he neither supported nor
opposed the proposal but wished to be kept informed as to the status of the proposed
street.
Staff suggested that an adjustment of lot Tines between proposed Lots 5 and 6 and
Lots 4 and 5 to the west would allow proposed Lot 4 to be widened to be within
refinance minimum lot -frontage requireitients.
MOTION' by Commissioner Vasil lou, seconded by Commissioner Threinen, to make the
following r%orimendation to the City Council:
That the oequest by Loren Schiebe for final plat approval of Schiebe's Business
Center and rezoning of six commercial lots east of Forestview Lane and south of
fliyhway 55 service road be approved subject to the following conditions-.
I. Compliance with the Engineer's memorandum for this project;
2. Lots 1 and 6 shall access from proposed 9th Avenue North,,
3. The area adjacent to Lot 6 designated as Outlot A shall be, designated
Forestview Lane and platted as street right-of-way;
4. Substantial landscaping consisting of berming and vegetation shall be
provided along the east boundary of the plat at the time of development;
5. The lot -lines between Lots 5 and 6 and Lots 4 and 5 shall be adjusted
westerly so to widen the street frontage of proposed Lot 4 within
minimum ordinance lot frontage requirements;
6. Rezoning of the Schiebe's Business Park to B-1 shall take effect with
filing of final plat.
MOTION by Commissioner Threinen, seconded by Commissioner Wire, to amend Item 1
of the main motion relative to Item 3 of the Engineer's memorandum: the cul-ae-sac
street should be on the properties served.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0-0 All in favor
Chairman Schneider called for a vote on the main, motion.
MOTION CARRIED r -O -O All in favor
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Master Asphalt Company 790571 Conditional Use Site Plan Approval
Staff reviewed the August S, 1979 report regarding the I-1 zoned site at 1050 Nathan
Lane North where petitioner proposes office -warehouse use with outside storage.
Staff explained that the site was .92 acre in area and that there were a number of
deficiencies on the subritt-d plan with respect to yard setbacks and lack of paving
in the outside storage area. Discussion ensued relative to the provisions of the
Engineer's memorandum and staff noted that extending utilities to the site would be
an extensive undertaking physically and financially.
Chairman; Schneider recognized Mr. Jeff taster who stated his partner, Mr. Gerberding
was unable to attend the meeting but had handled the matter up to that point.
Referen4e was made to petitioner's July 18, 1979 letter acid Mr. Master acknowledged
that there were a number of ordinance deficiencies on the plan.
Mr. easter stated that the petitioner would eliminate one of the curb cuts onto
Nathan Lane; extend the screened fencing along the front of the buildings; relocate
south parking to the north line at the rear of the building; would provide additional
landscaping in the front yard, and would generally bring the plan into conformance
with the ordinance,
Mr.. Master stated a variance would be preferred on the rear (east) lot line to allow
ten feet setback; the petitioner would prefer not to pave the rear outside storage
area because of the nature of the turning movements the heavy trucks would make
thereby damaging the asphalt surface.
Chairman Schneider asked Mr. Master whether he was seeking to defer consideration
of the item and the response was affirmative.
Chairman Schneider noted that a public hearing had been scheduled and recognized
Ms. Jean Johnson, 1020 Nathan Lane, and Ms. Merna Salmon, 9818 10th Avenue North.
They stated appreciation for receiving notice because they were concerned about
the type of development occurring in the area, they stated they had no objection
to the proposed use provided that it was within the ordinance standards and was
scrF }ned'.
Chairman Schneider closed the public hearing.
Chairman Schneider inquired as to the type of equipment which would be stured
Mr. Masters respondedthat the equipment would include; six single -axle dump
truck...- one paver; one small grader; one skid loader; four rollers; and four
trailers for the rollers. He stated there would also typically be four pick-up
trucks which would be taken hone by the employees.
Mr. Masti rs explained that there would be no storage of bituminous material'
on the site.
MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Commissioner Barron, to defer further
consideration of this item with the petitioner's consent to allow revision of
the plans so that all 1-1 zone ordinance requirements are met especially with
respect to parking and setbacks.
MOTION CARRIE0 7.0-0 All in favor
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WRC Investment Compan, (Hol iday Inn) (79061) Conditional Use Site Plan
Staff reviewed the August 3, 1979 report regarding a proposed 120 sleeping room
Holiday Inn within a 74,817 square foot building on 7 acres in the southeast portion
of the proposed Plymouth Freeway Center Ond Addition north of Harbor Lane and east
of proposed Empire Lane. Staff indicated that the Commission should carefully review
the provision for large vehicle parking since experience in the City to date indicated
freeway uses without such parking had numerous problems with automobile parking stalls
being taken by large vehicles and with off-site parking. Staff also suggested
several 'revisions to the landscape plan including either additional berming or
more substantial plantings on the west side and an increase in the minimum size
04" deciduous and evergreen trees.
Chairman Schneider announced that a public hearing had been scheduled and fie
recognized Mr. Don Olson of WRC li,,vestment Company. Mr. Olson stated that the
site design as presented was carefully thought out and that it was believed the
large vehicle narking on the north edge of the site would be satisfactory since
the use is not oriented toward truck operators.
Mr. Olson stated he concurred with staff's recominenda-tions 'relative to landscaping
and sizes of trees; he noted the berming around the building at various locations
and stated he did not see a problem with additional landscaping on the west side.
Mr. Olson explained the provision for trash disposal facilities on the east side
of the building; staff read the ordinance requirements for such facilities stating
that they raust be enclosed and covered utilizing materials compatible with the main
structure. Mr, Olson stated some concern with that requirement and the Commissioners
suggested that a trash disposal area could be covered and yet have an opening below
the roofline for purposes of ventilation. Staff confirmed that "Wumerous commercial
establishments in the City with proper trash enclosures are able to operate them
effectivel11v.
Chairman Schneider asked Mr. Olson to comment as to the proposed signs and Vr-
Olson indica-11-ed that the sign proposed for the south elevation would be as shown
but that permission was sought to have an additional sign above the entrance
using a small Holiday Inn logo. He stated he did not have a specific rendering
of that at this time-, Chairman Schneider suggested that deta,'led sign plass be
submitted prior to the issuance of sign permits.
Further discussion ensued relative to hours of operation and traffic generation.
MOTION by Commissioner Barron, seconded by Commissioner Threinen, to make the
following recommendation to the City Council;
That the request by WRC Investment Company for a conditional use permit and
site plan approval for a 120 sleeping unit Holiday Inn, eating facilities,
and entertainment facilities north of Harbor Lane and east of proposed Empire
Lane 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 of dedication based upon the
verified At-i-nnnn r-nncic+nnf with N+v DAY4, naMrAfinn Policy in offorf
a at the time of issuance of permits;
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3. Any future expansion shall be subject to site plan review procedures
and shall take into account specifically the parking capacity of the site;
4. Oversize vehicle parking spaces shall be designated and use thereof shall
be rigidly enforced;
S. Detailed sign plan shall be submitted for Commission review and approval
prior to the issuance of sign permits;
5. f=ire hydrant and fire lane locations and design shall be in accordance
with recommendatiorc of the Fire: Chief and the provisions of the City Code
and policies;
7. Drainage and curbing plans shall be in accordance with City policy and
approved by the; City Engineer,
8. Required site performance financial guarantee shall be termed for 24 months;
9. Deciduous trees shall be a minimum 2-1/2 inch diameter; evergreen trees
shall be a minimum 6 feet in height
10. Trash disposal area shall be enclosed and covered as per ordinance
requirements
MOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Barron to amend the main
motion with the audition of an eleventh condition; add a ;luster of trees consisting
of Amur maple trees and seedless ash trees midway on the west side of the site north
of an existing such cluster.
MOTION CARRIED,, 7-0-0 All in favor
Chairman Schneider called for a vote on the vain motion
MOTION CARRIED 7-0-0 All in favor
Aperoval of Minutes
NOTION by Commissioner Schneider, seconded by Commissioner Vasiliou to approve
the minutes of the July ?6, 1979 meeting with the correction of the item regarding
the Fun and Games Amusement Center to assure consistency with the stated recommenda-
tion and the correct requirement as reflected -in the Council resolution.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0-0 Commissioners Threinen
and Larson abstained
Staff reminded the Commissioners of the special meeting scheduled for August 15, 1970.
Chairman adjourned the meeting at 1:05 a.m.