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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Minutes 09-26-1984CITY OF PLYMIM, PLA*ING COMMISSION MIRldTIES SEPTEMBER 26j.. 1964 The regular meeting of the Plymouth Planning Commission was called to order at 8W HUMS r T Chairwoman Vasill,ou, Commissioners x Stulburgo ' Pl fka, Wire$ and Magnus arrived at 00 P.M.) MEMBERSABSENT: Commissioners Pauba and $telgerwald STAW PWS" -. Community Development Coordinator Sara McConn Community Development Director Blair Tremere Assistant Planner Al. Cottingham Assistant City Engineer John Sweeney Public Yorks Director Fred Moore MIKES MOTION ' by Commissioner Plufka, seoonded by Commissioner Wire, to recommend _; approval of the September 121 Minutes as submitted. Vote.. 3 Ayes. Commissioner Stulberg abstained. PUBLIC HEARINGS Chairwoman Vasiliou introduced the request submitted by the P wlfi lt 1H COVENANT Ply outh Covenant Church, for expansion of their facility CHURCH - SITE PLAN located northeast of Vicksburg Lane and Rockford Road. She CONDITIONAL USE requested a review of the'September 19, 19$4 ztaff report., PMMIT AMMMENT AND VA . CE (80051) Director Tremere ; summarized the proposal for the approximate 5,180 sq. ft.. addition. He 'noted that the plan complies with the Ordinance setback, parking, landscaping, screening, and 'trash facility requirements. Chairwoman Vasiliou confirmed that a day care facility is not proposed at.this time, and that in the future. should this fa iiity be desired, a Conditional Use Permit Amendment would be required. Director Tremere confirmed that a Separ- ate Permit related to a day care facility would be needed.: Chairwoman Vaslll.ou recognized Mr. Don Mannstedt, and Cary Thompson, who stated they had no questions. Commissioner Plufka requested the petitioner's response ' to the recommendation that the proposed additional access to Vicksburg #-ane be eliminated. P . nning Commission Minutes September 26, 1984 Pyr. Thompson, 15400 County Road 47, stated that the church sees a need for the ,additional access In the 'future, but that the access is net needed at this time-, therefore, they do not disagree with tte recommendation. Commissioner Pl.uf ,a confirmed that no implied approval for such an access is given at, this time for future consideration. Staff confirmed that no issue is, taken with Mrs Thompson's comments regarding the potential future needs, Chairwoman Vasillou closed the Public Nearing. MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner RECOMMENDATION. A Wire to recommend approval of the Site Plan, Conditional. Use Permit Amendment and Variance for Plymouth Covenant Church,, subject to those conditions statedin the dx aft Resolution., OTE.. 4 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE -,NOTION CARRIED CWtwomaft Vasiliou introduced the p tition submitted by IVY PARK DF-VELOPNENT Mr. Kurt Laugh ngho se, Ivy Park Development Corporation, RPUD CONCEPT I Pim AND for an RPUD Concept Plan and Variances. A review' of the a 573 Page 231 Planning Commissl.00 i4inutes September Z61 1954 4, u9hINt L 9 0 S eApl.aXn d that in easement is proposed to maintain driveway access to the most northeasterly residence in Skyline Hills Unit 1. The request for a variance from. the 40 acre minimum size requirement for a Planned Unit Development was discussed, and Mr. Laughinghouse noted that, if the proposed project is next to an approved PUD, the size requirements can ,be waved. He' stated that he spoke to people who "wrot-1 the Zoning Ordinance", and recalled that a "deduction of bonus paints should not be spade in the density calculation when a variance has been granted for the size -of the project". fie stated his intent is not to develop the property at 1.6 units per ,acre, but to request a Planned Unit Development in order to accommodate the size variances needed an the lot design* With respect to the private open space areas required with a PUD, he stated that ,If the project were .larger in .size, he would agree there would be private open space needs. Also, access to the lowlands through trails Mould be created over time by general use. He`requested that the requireme'nt for open space be waived based on the Intent of the development, and consideration that this development would ,ause a greater impact on the City's systems. A conservation easement is proposed to prohibit the construction of structures, docks, and the like) within the lower are sa He .stated that he was familiar with this type of easement through work in other communities. d L,aughinghouse commented that the plan preserved the natural: loon area as it is now. He reiterated that he could reauest variances from the conventional platting requirements, rather than proceeding with the plann d Unit Developments or coined request consideration of'rezoning ,to the R -1B Zoning Districts' Commi.ssi.oner, P ufka inquired if the alignment of Valley Forge Lane was dictated by the City, lir. La+ghinghouse stated he proposed the alignment ;without guidance from the City, and that if a differeat locatloi was preferred, he would accommodate such a location* Assistant City Engineer Sweeney stated that theCity did not dictate tho location of Valley Forgo bane within the subject property, but, that the location is determined mainly by the physical constraints of the property. Commissioner Stul.berq Inquired If, the petitioner wanted to deer or withdraw the current app.li cation, In or -der to cc,.- sider an alternative development approach. Chairwoman Vasi.liou closed the Public Hearing,. Page 236 l«antling Cott 1. isejR on Minutes September 2, 13$4 it was cl arifl.-d that Mr, Laughinghouse could not request the Commission to defer the Pl,annpd Unit Development proposal in order to redesign and resubmit the project as conventional pleat. If the Concept. Plan were deferred, it should be on the basis of direction by the Commission for redesign of the current proposal.. Commissioner Plufka and. Chairwoman Vasi1iou stated their support to the Motion as proposed.' VOTE* 5 lees. MOTION carried. VOTE - 140TTON CARRIED Chairwoman vasiliou introduced the request submitted by RICHARD DEWSEY Richard Dempsey for Preliminary Plat and Vag.Zances for "Glen PREUMINARY PLATAND, Echo Ponds 2nd Addition". Reading of the September 17, V184 VAR . ES (84066) staff report was waived. Mr. Dempsey was recognized and stated he did not have questions.. " 5 h Avenue lVLFh. inquired aV4.. theLeRoyZeller, 12905 15th proposed water extension .layout.: Assistant City ngineer Sweeney stat that the rrr terwouil be extended on Ir Avenue North beyond Rosewood tune to service the existing residences. The city Council. is scheduled to order the pre li,m,inary engineering report at their First meeting in Octob- ctob- er`forerforthis public project. Chairwoman Vasiliou noted that prior to a Public Hearing on the public improvement project, property towner notices would be sent. Keith Andersen, 128035 14th Avenue North questioned the proposed lot size, and recommended' that the minimum lot size be maintained at 18,500 sq. ft. Mr. Dempsey responded that the priposed lot sizes were consistent with the residential development to the south of Glen Echo Ponds* and requested that this be viewed as an extension to that development. Chai,rw man Vasi li ou summarized the area density caz ul ti,ons. rank Burger, 12817 '15th Avenue North, confirmed that the water would be extended beyond Rosewood lane. Chairwoman Vasi.liou closed the Public Hearing,. Planning Commission Minutes September 26, 1984 MOTION by Commissioner Magnus, seconded by Commissioner Wire RECOMMENDATION C to recommend approval of the prel.4minary plat and variances for Glen Echo Ponds 2nd Addition., subject to,the conditions stated ,' n the draft Resolution. VOTE. 5 Ayes. MOTION VOTEK - NOTION CMRIEI carried. The Planning Commission recessed from 10:05 to 10:15, P.M. RISS NEW BUSINESS Chairwoman Vasil.i.ou introduced the request submitted by HAGMAN. CONSTRUCTION, Hagman Construction Company for Lot Consolidation and Site COWANY - LOT Plan. Reading of the September 17, 1,984 staff report was CONSOLIDATION AND waived, SITE PLAN (84072) Mr. Xm Hagman, petitioner was recognized and stated he had no`questions# MOTION by Commissioner S ulberg, seconded by Tommi sioner MCOMMMATION N P.lufka to recommend approval ` of the Let +Censolldat-ion and Site Plan subject to those conditions stated in the draft Resolution, VOTEMON. r 1 e . MOTION CARRIED Chai v )mar, Vasiliou introduced the request submitted by John JOHN KAREN LABELLE and Derr LaBelle for Lot Consolidation, Lot Division, and LOT CfASOLIDATION, Variancos, for property located at 2815 Dunkirk Lane.. LOT DIVISION AND VAR- Readin q ilio September 17$ 1984 staff report was waived. IAkS U84) PSL'. Darrel Swenson, Attorney for the petitioner,' stated he was av)ilable for questions, r and called attention to the suggestion of the staff report that the request calls for i Lot Consolidation. Director Tremere explained that,; on the one hand., the land has to be consolidated in order to re -divide the property; on the other hand, if the Lot Consolidation and Division are not approved as requested, the two lots should be consolidated into one parcel. The original platapproval for two lots assumed the hous,- would be removed, and would not remain, over the lot lPne, as it has, to date. Commissioner Pl.ufka requested ;an explanation of the driveway status*. Pyr. Swenson explained that the driveway to Dunkirk Lane has been removed, and re -directed to Everest Lane Commissioner Plufka confirmed that If the second lot is sold for development, the new drive would be directed, to Everest Lane. Page 240 A191k 11 Pl. nnin *Com rtsss on Minutes September 26f 1984 Mr. Brlsbin asked what would have to e submitted as a vararce to the City development expansion of an existing business. Commissioner Plu ka referred to the Ordinance provisions 'regarding; the Pon -conforming land uses, Director Tremere further explained that the Capital, Improvements Program (CP) anticipates tare Pike Lake Interceptor _ in T-1186, however, it may still not be,installed at: that time. Also* reference was grade to the variance standards of the 'Ordinance, as well as the Policy Resolution No, 5-664. Steve Poindexter, 33 Soo 6th St., stated he represents the property owner of "Areas A-5, A-4, ,art A-1311, fir. Poiikdexter explained that he concurred with Mr. Robbins. His cEen 's property Is fully developed, and there are no plans for expansion. He stated he understood that Tennant Company was defining their Lplans, and suggested that they may be close to development. He requested that the Planning Comm ission defer action on the zoning reconciliation, to ' determine if the location, ani? cost of the Pike Lake Interceptor .are known. He explal that he based his request on the status of the Tennant Companydevelopment, and Council approval of the CII. He commented that he felt it was in the best I n -I er ,st to table action on this item for further discussion, until. the Tennant Company plans are reviewed. Chairwoman Vasiliou questioned Mr. S romme's letter (qtr.. Stromme is with the same firm as Mr. Poindexter, and has previously addressed this matter for the same client.) with respect to the Metropolitan Council and sewer availability. Director Tremere explained that the State law requires that the zoning classification of land be consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan and Ordinance. Commissioner P.lu€ka confirmed that, the properties under dis- cussion arcs within the Metropolitan Urban Service Area MASA), Director Tremere stated they were also not within the Staged Growth Area. Commissioner Stulberg inquired if the Tennant Company has submitted plans or a formal development application to the C'ty. Director Tremere responded in the negative, and he plained that, to staff I s knowledge, Tennant Company does not intend to submit any development plans until. August, 1985. It was explained, that in consideration of the schedule for the Tennant: Company$ the CIP identifies the construction of the Pike Lake' interceptor for 1986, Public Works Director Fred Moore concurred. Page 242.1 planning Commission Minutes September 261 1? SUBSTITUTE MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by SUBSTITUTE MOTION Commissioner Magnus to recommend that staff prepare language within 3G days to amend the Zoning Ordinance, to create < a Zoning Designation of I -1a, or equivalent language, which Ill represent developed land not serviced with uti-Ittles in "Area All VOTE on the SUBSTITUTE MOTION. 2 Ayes, Commissioners Wire, VOTE - SUBSTITUTE P .ufkat, and Chairwoman Vaslliou May. MOTION failed. NOTION - FAILED MOTION TO AMEND by Commissioner Fire, to recommend that the Cray Council hold the reconciliation in abeyance until September, 1985. MOTION failed for lack of second. VOTE on the MAIM MOTION, as -stated, and as elarified to VOTE - MAIN; NOTIONdeferuntil, September, `L985. 4 Ayes. Commissioner Stu berg 140Th CARRIED Nay. MOTION carried. Director Tremere stated concern that this reconciliation was directed by the City Council last year, and that the deferral, without direction to resolve the problem, would leave the Item open for an extensive period. The City is the petitioner, and some action should be recommended to the Council, including leaving the toning "as is", Chairwoman Vas.liou stated her conversations with Councilmember Crain did not lead her to believe the Counexi lade this a ;priority iltemtor was anxious to have .it referred to them. LITS BUSINESS Director of Public Works Fred Hoore submitted o City CM OF PLYMOUTH. application for Planning Commission consideration to divide LOT DIVISION property by metes and bounds description,, in order for the VARIANCE (Ll fl) City to obtain necessary right-of-way in the northwest corner of County Road and 1-494. MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner NOTION Pl fka to recommend approval: of the Lot b vision and Variance for the City of Plymouth. VOTE. 5 Ayes, MOTION CARRIED. VOTE- TI Ni CARRIED The meeting adjournedat 11:59 P.M.