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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Minutes 11-20-1985CITY OF PLWIOUTH PLANNING *1ISSIO UTE NOVEMBER 20 1955 The regular tleetinq of the Plymouth Planning Commission was called to order at 7:30 P.M. 14ESPS i S NT: Chairman Steigerwald, Commissioners Stulber t , aj . .end j}tf rjATnuba. NEWXRS ABSENT* Commissioner Wire-, STAFF PRESENT- Community Development Coordinator Sara McConn City Engineer Sherm, Ccldber CommunityDevelopment, race Wneman CONSENT AGENDA AND MINUTES MOTION by Commissioner pauba, seconded by Commissioner HINUT S. OF NOVEMBER Stulberq to recommend approval of the November 6, 1955 6t 1985 Minutes as submitted. VOTE 5 Ayes. Commissioner pl,ufka abstained. OTTON VOTE NOTION CARRIE carried. PUBLIC HEARINGS Chairman Steigerwald introduced the request by Joe Stamm for JOE , FINAL PLAT Hamm Berg Addition" and requested an overview of the Nov- CONDITIONAL USE ember 71 1185 staff < report by Coordxaiator McConn. Chairman IT, SITE PLAN Ste ger ald inquired about the Outlots.. Coordinator McConn ANOVARIANCE (55102) stated she was not aware whether contact has been made with any of the adjoining property owners and there is no v r fli cation that an exchange will occur. Chairman Steiger ald Introduced Mr. Joe Hamm., Mr. Hamm i stated he had ,contacted the developer of "Woodlands" and they stated they were .coming to this meeting t(7 talk about the feasibility, of an exchange of the outlotse He stated he was aware of the recommendation for Cutlet E Woodlands, but was not awware of Cutlot A until he received the staff report. Chairman tei er ald opened the Public Hearing* Sandy Ritter, 120 1st Ave, stated he is a representative for the Woodlands development. He was not prepared'to say that an exchange of outlets would be., fear, b,le as he had not had the opportunity to look into the situation until recently. He stated that can the surface it is logical and he doesn't. see any major concerns, however, he does have a concern re garding the setbacks to 45th Avenue North. Page 242 annin Commis lon Minutes November 20, 198 Or. Ritter stated that he Would like, to know the transition of the single family dwellings from the 4-plexes, on the south. He stated he recognizes the density is appropriate with this gdldin , but would like to be assured that berm ng and landscaping Will: be accomplished to sifted the impact from the single family residential nei hborsl and, that the interface these to paroel isa discussion point Chairman S-Lelgerwalld inquired about the variances to the north; Coordinator MeConn explained the proposed setback to the public street of- 35 ft. vs. 50 ft. lir* Ritter pointed out the areas of transition that would be of most concern Coordinator McConn explained the measures for transition as proposed. Chairman Stei erwal.d sated he could see the concern for the lotsto the north Mr. Ritter stated he does not object to the four-ple build- it,r s.. Comiss o er P.luflka r`Iated ' the configuration; of the buildings is important at_ there should he buffering 'between these developments. Ir. Sari Goldstein, 4150 Trt,-n on lane, inquired If the, pro prised development abuts his property. Coordinator MoCo-n explained the location of the development and advised Mr. Coldstein the property he is oancerned about is an un- developed area which Was once owned by Orrin. Thompson Company. Chairman Steigerwald closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Pl f a ; inquired about the berming on the north side of the building mating' that In looking at the topo- graphy, opo - 4gaphyperhapstermingwillnotleeffective. He ,inquired if the buildi,n is on -gide to 45til Avenue. Mr.. Hamm answered affirmatively, and explained that he couldn't explain the details but that bermang will be done in front of the buildings. MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded oy Commissioner HOT10N TO APPROVE Pluf a to recommend approval ,for the Final Plat, Conditional Use Pe mit., Site Plan, and Variance for "Hamm- BergAddition" subject to the conditions as stated in the Novmber 7,, 1985 staff report. Commissioner Pauba stated he is concerned about the number of variances, that he does not oppose the project but would like to see this development combined with the land to the east. Commissioner Stulberq stated he understands Commis- sioner Pauba's concern. However, it appears that develop- ment of this remnant parcel is dependent upon the variances as requested; and, the development does. tie in with the area Commissioner Pauba agreed the parcel is 'difficult to work with. Page 263 Manning Commission Minutes November 20, 1985 Chair man ei erwaldstated that an allowance should be iv n for the oundary areas to provide more room Internally for the development.. He stated this takes care, of the practical concerns such as snow storage areas. rmi. sio er fel. fka agreed that the number of variances Is high, but be- cause of the topography and additional nermi:ngt the requests aro reasoaahlc. He stated concern with the selection of Summit Ash as a planti.nq noting this is a light, airy tree which may not afford adequate screening. Coordinator McConn stated: that with other app-, - oat -ions the City Council and Planning Commission have considered reduo- tion of yard areas and have required additional Landscaping to mitigate this situation. comm:%ssionor p ufka stated that the Ash would not provide a year round scrkeening and he would like to see conifers along 45th Avenue# He stated it is not necessary to have ars impervious screen,. but this would break-up the sight lines between the single family arid multi. -family units. MOTION to AMEND b Commissioner auoa, seconded by omm s NOTION TOAW D si:oner ' lufka to require` additional landscaping in lieu of the variances Nein reque sted- and,, that stiff make reram- i,.endat ion regarding the type and size of uonifer . Chairman Stie1qerwald seed. the "key" for one sheet shows the symbol for 411 Maples, however, they do not appear on the landscape plan. He inquired where they would be located,. Mr. * Hamm stated that when this pian was submitted it was not acceptable to staff and he submitted a revised plan.Co- ordinator RoConn confirmed that the first pla did not meet the Landscape Policy requirements and was revised. She stated there were no conifer plantings provided and the Policy requires a certain number of conifer and deciduous trees« Commissioner Stulberg stated that even'6 ft. Evergreens may not be to diminish the v Dual impact because of the hi ffer on ce In elevation o f the 'cats to the north. omni s-- aloner Plufka stated he is not looking for tonal screening but would .like to see a plan that will break up the vis€.al impact. Coordinator MMC nn explained the preliminary grad - Ing plans and the elevations.` f r,011 Call Vote f.n Amendment. 3 dyes. Commissioners VOTE - iii. VOTE alu,lber9 Mellen,, Chairman Stel erwald Nay. Tie irate. AWNDMEt4T FAIL Motion fails. Commissioner Stulbery stated that as,there will be plantings around` the buildings to soften the corners, direction could be given to staff regarding the final ,landscape plan for additional shrubbery and under -story plantings. Ella` Z64 Planning Commission Minutes November ZO, 1985 l rl Ritter stated that the landscaping is Important and he would like the Commission to stipulate additional plantings and he will support the staff`s recommendations. MOTION Amend by Commissioner Stulberg., seconded by Com- NOTION TO AMEND alssioner P'l.ufka that completes landscape drawings to be re viewed f staff prior to be sunmissitan to tt 1 Council,, which will _locate additional plantings around the buildings on the north side. Roll Call VOTE AMENDMENT. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.. VOTE014 AMENDMENT ION CARRIED Roll Call VOTE on MAIN MOTION as ONCE AMENDED. 6 Ayes VOTE ON MAIN MOTION MOTION carried. NOTION CARRIED Chairman Steigerwal.0 introt., ed the request by Hich4el MICHAEL ANDERSON Anderson for "Andersonts Pheasant Trail". He req- steel, an PRELPONARY PLAT of he Noveifiber 1 1985 staff report y oordi ndtor ORL4Gx*+ ITTONAL gc*# y/ jfetrrvie USE PErT AND VARIANCE (85101) Chairman Stelgerwald Introduced Tom Loucks* Team Loucks Associates, representing ,,the petitioner,. fir. Loucks stated they will comply with the landscaping requirements and that Lot , Block 31 will be adjusted to meet the minimum stand- arms as directed by staff. Chairman Steigerwald opened they Public Hear nq. David Peterson,, 524£ Cottonwood lane, stated he has no objections to this development but is hopeful they will be as careful in developing this land, such a's the maintenance of existing gees:, as was acne with the Harrison Halls project. Brad Phipps, 5309 Umanes bane, stated he lives adjacent to the proposed development and he echoes the concern: on re- taining the trees, especially 'those that exist as a separ- ation between this development and Harrison Hills. He in- quired about the transition to the single family residential area. fir. Loucks stated their plan axes into the Harrison Hills development and he pointed aut the existing vegetation that will be retained where they will supplement with additional landscaping. He stated they propose to move existing over story trees:' to other areas of the development where practical. Hr. Phipps stared there has been clot of construction occur- ring In this area which has been on-going for many years. He stated the roadways have been damaged ,and construction debris as prevalent.. He also inquired, whether berming, such as pro=vided from Harrison Hills to the railroad track, will be provided with this development. Page Pt 3nninc Commission Minutes November 198 PhyllisHanson, LaAdseape Ardhite t state=d that Colo -ado Ptue Spruce and American Linden provide a dense screen and will be placed adjacent to, the railroad track, They are proposTAQ construction of the units with the side yards to the raitroad tracks and only those units alt, th,, end of the devel.o r .ant 'will be impacted. Mr. Phipps reiterated the dam qe to roadways by heavy con- struction equipment and he inquired how the City controls the maintenance of reads during construction. City Engineer Goldberg explained that the developer is banded for the oon- truction of streets* and,, that financial guarantees are provided for site work and erosion control which includes street 'clears -Ing He agreed that there are some roads which Nve e repaired artd have now resettled, and need additional work. Coordinator McGonn explained that development and cdnstroction within Harrison Hills began prior to the City's establishing the Erosion Control Policy. Mr Phipps inquired when the repair work an(A or street cleaning would be called for by the City. Coordinator h cGonn _expl' ;ned that this is done when ever it is needed, that the City has a cash deposit From the developer so the City can contract to have the work done.` City Engineer Goldberg stated the City requires the developer to have a Ask contract 'with a street sweeping company. Mr. Phipps inquir- ed about roadways that are used by the construction vehicles but are not around or within a new development. City Engineer Goldberg a suied that all areas showing construe - tion debris on the roadways would be ` cleaned. her. Phipps stated it is his opinion that the Ordinance is in dguate, He, inquired about the outlots, In this development. Mr. Loucks explained the out lot that is proposed because sever is not available; anal the out -Jot designated for common open space for the residents of the development.' Mr. Phipps .reiterated his concern about the length of time, ItI has, taken to complete construction in this ,area. He n- quireid if the City would designate a time -frame An which construction is to be completed. Chairman Steiger ald ex- plained there is no City Ordinance that calls for a time- frame for construction. Coordinator MeConn explained that Development Contracts and Financial Cuaran ees for develop - tent; cons ructiony and,, site improvements. provide that all work will be completed. However, a time frame for build -rout is not established. Mr. Phipps < stated there should be an Ordinance to protect adjacent homeowners., 0 twissioner Pluf a stated he has found that the financial guarantees and contracts posted with the City have provided a marked improvement in the 0 clean-up of constriction debris and timely completion of site improvements and he has noted this in his own neighborhood, Page 266 Planning Coznissioin Minutes vembe" 20, 1955 Coordinator McCona suggested that fir* Phipps (1all the M offices with any future problems and concerns. She also explained the Site Per'`ormance Guarantee provisions now in effect. Robert Keiser) 10750 53rd Avenue, stated tie lives directly the development and i ;er red with the setbacks; and, that proposed53rd Avenue North id1l Impact his and ether residents' driveways. He is also concerned that traffic coming from the proposed development will impact themr homes because of headlight glare. Mr. Keiser stated the drawings are inaccurate with respect to the loea- tion of the existing driveways. Coordinator McConn res pended that., a review of the original Harrison Hills plans will be necessary to check the ;location of the existing dt iveways and determine if they were constructed as approved. 1r. David Peterson stated these drives are _temporary because at the time of development he was unable to contact ;the owner of the property now proposed for development to dis- cuss the extension of 53rd Avenue. Coordinator MoConn responded. to Mr. Keiser#s concern about headlight gilare and 'advised there are no plans for addition- al .landscapinn for the Harrison ells development. Chairman S eigerwald stated that impacts from the extension of 53rd Avenue North will be considered by staff and tile develop 1r. Keiser inquired about the 'dansxlty for this development and If the development of multi. -family' buildings will affect the property valu6s, of the, singe family residences. Mr. 1 oueks stated that the density is higher in Harrison Hills than ghat is proposed for this development. Coc,,rdinator McConn explained the density for the proposed development is within the LA- (low medium density resi- dential) Guide Flan designation, Mr, Loucks, explained the futurx development plans and the constraints on further d vel. pmen#t of ,this area. it-jr. Keiser stated his concern „hat the density for thi development is misleading. Coordinator UoConn explained that the Ordinance allows 26 townhouse units and this pro- posal cabs for 24 townhouse units. Chairman Stoi,gerwald stated the development plan is, consistent with development n the surrounding ar*ear.. Mr., Keiser inquired about the prices.for;these homes, Chairman Stelgerwald explained that the developer is not required to guarantee the prices of the homes to be constru,.ted. 3r. Loucks stated the proposed style of the homes wit fit into the surrounding neighborhoods. Page 20 Planning Commission Minutes NovemberC-# 1985 Chairman 8teigerwald chased the Public Hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded Commissioner NOTION TO APPROVE 1a nus to recommend approval for the Preliminary xllat, Re- oning, Conditional Use Permit, and Variance for Anderso is Pheasant Trail, subject to the conditions as statedin the November 61 1985 staff report. Roll Call VCT . 6 Ayes. MOTION carried. DVOTE - MOTION CARRIED Chairman Steigerwald stated the Minutes shall reflect the concerns conveyed by Nr. "eiser and the residents of Harrison Hills In the arca of 53rd Avenue North, regarding the buffering and landsca inq* and, , the ; l ooa' a.on of the existing driveways. Chairman Stelgerwald introduced the request. by Hew -Lynn,, HEW-LYwnj INC. Inc., for wand Use Guide plan Amendment* He requested an LW OSEGUIDE PLAN overview of the November 6t 1985 staff report ray Coordinator AMEMDWNT (85118.) Macocin. Coordinator MConn explained the number of owners for -prop- or prop. ertieserties, in this quadrant and the City's suggestion for a co- hesive development of this area. Chairman 8teigerwal,d introduced Mike Calr, Carr & Associ- ates, representing ti c, petitioner. lam. Carr clan c ped she property area and guiding desrgnatrons.. Ch3rrman 8teigerwald opened the Public Hearing. tulle Berthiaume, 16650 141s Avenue North, inquired if this developmt nt will be single family residential. Mr. Lair stated the quiding reclassification request is for CA -3 high medium density residential) which will accommodate twin homes and 4-plexesl and, these housing types will be proposed with their development plans. Hr. 8erthxaume sated his concern about residential, dwellings along the freeway.. ear. Lair stated this is a valid concern, however this property is at least a quarter mile from 1-494. Chaim n Ste4gerwald e loses Jie '"'ublic Hearing.. Comm ssrc 4 r 8tulberg confirmed there will be no access From this property to County Road 9. MOTION bre Commissioner pl.ufka3 seconded by Commissioner NOTION TO APPROVE 8tulberg to recommend approval for the Land Use Guide Plan Amendment for Hew -Lynn, Inc.,. subject to the condition as star,:d 1..i he November d., 1985 staff report. Roll Call VOTE. 6 Ay -as. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTI +1 CRIED