HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Minutes 02-10-1993CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
FEBRUARY 10,1993
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chaigmsn Mike Stulberg, Commissioners Scott Syverson,
Barb Stimson, and Mike Wigley.
MEMBERS ABSENT. Commissioners Dentis tylia and Ed Albro,
STAFF PRESENT: Director Chuck Dillerod, Associate Planner John Xe—.ho,
and Planning Secretary Jackie Watson.
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Motion by Commissioner Stimson, seconded by Commissioner Wigley to approve the
January 27, 1993 Planning Commission Minutes.
Vote. 4Ayes. Motion Carded.
TERRY AND DIANA PEDERSE " (43003)
Chairm an Stulberg introduced the request by Terry and Diana Pedersen for an
Amended PUD Plan and Conditional Use Permit to allow a fence to exceed the
ordinance maximum height in the front yard at 12605 -52nd Avenue North,
Associate Planner John Kelm reviewed the January 20, 1993 staff report.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Terry and Diana Pedersen.
Mr. Pedersen stated that some information regarding their request was not discussed in
the January 20,1993 staff report. He said that in 1986 he called the City and was told
that his plans to build a 6 foot fence would not be in violation of the ordinance. He
said they constructed the fence in good faith. He said he had talked to former
Community Development Director Blair Tremere after they were noted that their
fence was in violation of he Zoning Ordinance. He said that Mr, 'Tremere stated that
everything was taken care of and they could leave the fence as constructed.
Mr. Pedei;en stated that when they were secetdly again notified of the fence violation
they were surprised because they thought the ;fence was not a problem, He said they
immediately contacted the City and submitted the necessary application for time
amendment. He said that they had received incorrect information from the City, but
they wanted to be responsible citizens and would work with staff on this issue.
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Commissioner Wigley asked the Pedersen's if the fence had added to their enjoyment
of the property.
Mr. Pedersen responded that it had.
Chairman Stulberg asked if in 1986 when they had discussed the fence with the City,
they felt they had done the right thing by discussing the fence prior to construction.
Mr. Pedersen stated that they would have gone through the application process priorlos
construction had they known the fence would be in violation of he ordinance.
Chairman Stulberg opened the Public Fearing.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Kevin Erickson of 5125 O"ew lane.
Mr. Ericksonstated that he owns the property immediately south of the Pedersen
home. He said that the fence does not obstruct traffic or cause any problems for their
home;
Chairman Stulberg closed tate Public Bearing
Chairman Stulberg asked if staff had any problem regarding obstruction of sight
distance when they reviewed this application.
Associate Planner Keho responded that they did not.
Director Dillemd stated that this home is situated on a lot which actually has two front
Yards because of the location of the two streets on two sides of the property.
MOTION by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Commissioner Syverson to
recommend approval of the request by Terry and Diana Pedersen for an Amended PUD
Plan and Conditional Use Permit to allow a fence to exceed the ordinance maximum
height in the front yard at 12605 -52nd Avenue North, subject to all condiQons listed in
the January 20, 1993 staff report.
Roll Call Vote. 4 Ayes. Motion carried unanimously,
HAZELDEN PIONEER HOUSE (93006)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Hazeiden Pioneer Hpuse for a Conditional
Use Permit to add ouipatient treatment at 11505 -36th Avenue North.
Associated Planner Xeho reviewed the January 21, 1993 staff report,
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Chairman Stulberg introduced W. Mike Schiks, representing the petitioner.
Mr. Schiks stated that be had met with the neighbors to discuss this request He said
he was in agreement with the staff report.
Commissioner Wigley asked, if the facility was currently at full capacity.
W. Schiks responded that they were not up to full capacity. He said this request for
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outpatient services will allow them to serve this public need.
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Director Wenrd stated that staff reviewed the traffic issue, and he said that the traffic h
of 16 outpatients would not be noticeable in the heavy "background" traffic of 36th
Avenue North.
Chairman Stulberg opened the ]Public Hearing: s
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Damien McEurath of 3610 Evergreen lane.
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W. McEurath staled he supports the request bylazelden Pioneer House. He said he
is also speaking for some of his neighbors. He said they aftended the open house held
to inform the neighbors, imd, they were all very impressed with t' a facility. Mr.
McEurath stated that he 4 -Wes next door to Hazelden, and saidthey ;ire an excellent
neighbor. He said he does not see any traffic problems resulting from the outpatient
services. Mr. MCEurath stated that the (..ity of Plymouth should be proud to have such
a facility located here.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Tim Raabe of 11390 -36th Place. i
Mr. Raabe stated that he lives across the street from Hazelden and is in favor of the
request. He said that the Nazelden PioncerHouse has been a good neighbor.
Chairman Stplberg closed the Public Hearing.
M IXON'by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Commissjoner Stimson to
lecommend approval of the request by Hazelden Pioneer House fora Conditional Use
Permit Amendment to add outpatient treatment at 11505 -36th Avenue, subject to all
conditions listed in the January 21, 1993 staff report.
Roll Call Vote, 4 Ayes. Motion carried unanimously.
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TIMOTHY AND PATRICIA O'BR>EN (93007)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Timothy and Patricia O'Brienfor and
Amended PUD Plan and Conditional Use Permit for an addition at 4615 Trenton
Circle.
Chairman Stulberg waived the review of the January 21, 1993 staff report.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Tim O'Brien.
Mr. O'Brien stated that be was in agreement with the January 21, 1993 staff report.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the Public Hearing as there was no one present to
speak on the request.
Motion by Commissioner Syverson, seconded by Commissioner Stimson to recommend
approval of the request by Timothy and Patricia O'Brien for an Amended PUD Plan
and Conditional Use Permit for a house addition at 4615 Trenton Circle, subject to all
conditions listed in the January ,21,1993 staff report.
Roll Call Vote. 4 Ayes. Motion carried unanimously,
Director Dillerud told.the Commissioners that staff has been meeting with the
Minnetonka City staff and representatives from Wal -Matt to discuss a proposal that will
soon be submitted to both cities for a Wal-Mart and Sam's Club. He said that a joint
Public hearing is anticipated with the Commissions of both cities to discuss the
proposal.
Director Diilemd polled the Commissioner as to their preference for a joint meeting on
either Wednesday, March 31 or Thursday, April 1.
The Commissioners consensus was that the joint meeting with Plymouth and
Minnetonka Planning Commissions be held on Wednesday, March 31st, at 6:30, at
Minnetonka' City Hall.
The meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
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