HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Minutes 06-16-1993CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMLSSION MINUTES
JUNE 16, 1993
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Mike Stulberg, Commissioners Ed Albro, Scott
Syverson, Barb Stimson (arrived at 7:05 p.m.), and Julie
Witt.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioners Dennis Zylla and Mille Wigley.
STAFF PRESENT: Acting Director Joe Ryan, City Engineer Dan Faulkner,
Associate Planner John Keho, and Planning Secretary
Jackie Watson.
MIIVUTES:
MOTION by Commissioner Albro, seconded by Commissioner Syverson„ to approve
the June 9, 1993 Planning Commission minutes.
Vote. 4 Ayes. Motion carried.
FREEMAN'S, INC. (93042)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Freeman's, Inc. for a Land Use Guide
Plan Amendment to reguide approximately,19 acres from CL to LA -4 located southeast
of Nathan Lane and Highway 55 west of Highway 169.
Associate Planner Keho reviewed the June 7, 1993 staff report.
Chairman Stulberg asked Associate Planner Keho to explain the guiding of surrounding
property pear the site;
Associate Planner Keho explained the guiding of property surrounding the site.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Craig Freeman, the petitioner,
Mr. Freeman stated that this site would be used for the development of housing for
seniors, which would not impact the school district. He said they also own the
commercial site to the south. Mr. Freeman said he met with a neighbor to explain this
proposal and its impact on the neighborhood,
Chairman Stulberg asked for an explanation regarding setbacks for the property to the
north.
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Mr. Freeman distributed a handout which explained the existing setbacks, and the
proposed setbacks for this proposal. He said City staff assisted him with this handout.
Associate Planner Keho explained the Flood Plain areas on the site.
City Engineer Faulkner concurred in the explanation of the setback explanation.
Mr. Freeman stated that this site has a lot of constraints with Flood Plain areas
providing very little buildable area. He said that a very large office building would suit
the site, but the demand for this type is development is nonexistent at this time. He
said this his future plan are for an apartment complex for citizens over 55 years of age.
Chairman Stulberg opened the Public Hearing
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. JimTouve, of 9815 Olson Highway.
Mr. Touve stated he owns the commercial property to the north of this site. He
discussed tls; proposed 75 foot setback discussed by Mr. Freeman. He said he thought
that future development might be able to extend into this 75 foot setback area if it can
meet all the wetland regulations. He said that years ago this area was to be a part of
the "Gateway to Plymouth". He said this future development could reduce the value of
his property. He said he wanted to know how the new wetland regulations affect this
site.
Associate Planner Keho stated that wetland regulations affect this site regardless of the
type of development done on the site. He discussed other regulations which affect all
property.
Mr. Touve said he is concerned for his property in light of the new wetland regulations
which come into affect in 1994. He said he would-be concerned if this site were
developed as apartments for younger people with children who may cause damage tohispropertyatthenorth.
Chairman Stulberg stated that there is no guarantee as to the type of development on
the site, that this proposal is just for the land use change. He said the type of
development on the site will be proposed at the Site Plan stage.
Chairman Stulberg closed the Public Hearing,
Commissioner Albro stated that if an apartment complex is proposed for the site he
stressed that adequate parking will be a concern of his.
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MOTION by Commissioner Albro, seconded by Commissioner Stimson to recommend
approval of the request by Freeman's, Inc. for a land Use Guide Plan Amendment to
reguide approximately 19 acres from CL to LA -4, located southeast of Nathan Lane
and highway 55, west of Highway 169, subject to all conditions listed in the June 7,
1993 staff report.
MOTION to Amend by Chairman Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner Albro to add a
condition stating that if a variance is requested for a 25 foot setback for the property ry
north of this site that it be supported by any current or future owners of the Freeman n
property regardless of when it is developed.
Roll Call Vote on Motion to Amend. 5 Ayes. Motion carried,
Chairman Stulberg said that the amendment would be subject to legal review. If the J
Amendment could not be legally added then it would not need to be in the resolution.
Roll Call Vote on Main Motion. 5 Ayes. Motion carried on a unanimous vote..
JAM M 10REC (93043)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by James Kmiec for an Amended PUD Plan
and Conditional Use Permit for a 6 foot side yard setback fora deck at 5605 Teakwood
Lane.
Chairman Stulberg waived the review of the May 17, 1993 staff report.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mrs; Sue Kmiec, the petitioner. i
Ms. Kmiec stated that she was unaware at the time they purchased their home that she ,I
wouldneed this requested setback to construct a deck.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the Public Hearing as there was no one present to
speak on the issue.
MOTION by Commissioner Albro, seconded by Commissioner Syverson, to
recommend approval of the requ list by James Kmiec for an Amended PUD Plan and
Conditional Use Permit for a 6 foot side yard setback for a deck at 5605 Teakwood
Lane, subject to all conditions' listed in the May 17, 1993 staff report,
Commissioner Witt stated that she would like to see this practice of reducing setbacks
for homeowners after the PUD has established reduced setbacks be closely looked at so
that this does not happen on a continuous basis.
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Chairman Stulberg stated that new PUD developments have conditions in the
resolutions that address setbacks for 3 -season porches or decks if it is appropriate to the
PUD.
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. Motion carried on a unanimous vote.
Commissioner Stimson stated she would like to see something done to assist
prospective homeowners on what stipulations exist on their property as far as setbacks
and other building restriction.
JERRE RICE (93044)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Jerre Rice for an Amended PUD Plan and
Conditional Use Permit for a reduced front yard setback for a new home at 6030 -
Cheshire Lane.
Chairman Stulberg waived the review of the May 19, 1993 staff report.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Ms. Lee Glover, representing the petitioner.
Ms. Glover stated that the Rice's had checked with the City regarding the setbacks for
this site and were told the setbacks were 25 feet. They found out later that this
information was erroneous and the setback was 50 feet.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the Public Hearing as no one was present to
speak on the issue.
Commissioner Stimson said that there are several other lots in this development that are
unbuildable because of the 50 foot setback. She said the impact from this reduced
setback would be minimal because of the topography of the lot.
MOTION by Commissioner Stimson, seconded by Commissioner Albro, to recommend
approval of the request by Jerre Rice for an Amended PUD Plan and Conditional Use
Permit for a reduced front yard setback for a new home at 6030 Cheshire Lane, subject
to all conditions fisted in the May 19, 1993 staff report,
Motion to Amend by Commissioner Stimson, seconded by Chairman Stulberg to state
in the conditions of this approval that this approval is specific to this lot because of the
shape and topography of the lot.
Roll Call Vote on Motion to Amend. 5 Ayes. Motion carried on an unanimous Vote,.
Roll Call Vote on Main Motion as once amended. 5 Ayes. Motion carried on an
unanimous vote.
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OPUS CORPORATION (93045)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by OPUS Corporation for an Amended PUD
Preliminary Plan/Plat, and Final Plan/Plat forBass Creek Business Park located at
northeast comer of County Road 10 and Nathan Lane.
Chairman Stulberg waived the review the June 10, 1993 staff report.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Ms. Michelle Foster, representing the petitioner.
Ms. Poster discussed the masons for the request and stated she was in agreement with
the June 10, 1993 staff report.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the PublicHearing as there was no one present to
speak on the issue.
Chairman Stulberg asked if a notice was sent to the City of Maple Grove..
Associate Planner Keho replied that a notice was sent.
MOTION by Chairman Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner Stimson, to recommend
approval of the request by OPUS Corporation for an Amended PUD Preliminary
Plan/Plat, and Final Phm/Plat for Bass Creek Business Park located at the northeast
comer of CountyRoad 10 and Nathan Lane, subject to all conditions listed in the June
10, 1993 staff report:
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. Motion carried on an unanimous vote.
DANIEL. HJERMSTAD (93047)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Daniel Hjermstad for an Amended PUD
Plan and Conditional Use Permit for a reduced setback for a deck at 5086 Arrowhead
Lane,
Associate Planner Kahn indicated that the deck may encroach 6 feet into the front yard
so that the applicant is requesting a 4 foot additional encroachment. The resolution,
accurately states the request is for a 40 foot setback to Zachary Lane,
Chairman Stulberg introduced the petitioner Mr. Daniel Hjermstad.
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Aft. Rjermstad stated that he has requested the 4 foot variance due to the shape, ilope
and moisture in the back yard and his desire to keep the dock up Off the ground.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the Public Hearing as there was no one present tospeakontheissue.
MOTION by Commissioner Stimslltt, seconded by Commissioner Syverson, to
recommend approval of the request by Daniel Hiermstad for an Amended PUD Plan
and Conditional Use Permit for a reduced setback for a deck at 5086 Arrowhead Lane,
subject to all conditions listed in the June 7, 1993 staff report.
City Engineer Faulkner stated that there is an additional 35 feet of existing right -of -
away along Zachary lane beyond the HJermstad property, which is setback another 50feeL
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. Motion carried on an unanimous vote.
Chairman Stulberg called a recess at 8:20 p.m.; the meeting reconvened at 8:25 p.m.
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 284 (WAYZATA) (90112)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Independent School District 284 '
Wayzata) for the extension and renewal of the existing Conditional Use Permit for one
temporary classroom building at Greenwood Elementary School through June 30, 1996at3635StateHighway101.
Associate Planner Kebo said that the petitioner telephoned and said he could not attend
the meeting, and that he would prefer the multi -y , ear approval, I
MOTION by Commissioner Stimson, seconded by Commissioner Syverson to
recommend approval of the request by Independent School District 284 (Wayzata) for
the extension and renewal of the existing Conditional Use Permit for one temporaryclassroombuildingatGreenwoodElementarySchoolthroughJune30, 1996 at 3635
State Highway 101, subject to all conditions listed in the June 7, 1993 staff report; and
changing the staff report expiration of this permit to read 1996,
Commissioner Albro asked Commissioner Stimson why she recommend extending theConditionalUsePermituptotheYear1996.
Commissioner Stimson stated she felt that it was a waste of time to renew this
Conditional Use Permit each year, She said that if the present school bond issue does
not pass, the school district will need to use these temporary classrooms until a decisionismadeastowhattheywilldotohandleincreasingenrollment.
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Vote. 4 Ayes. Commissioner Witt opposed.
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 284 (WAYZATA) (90113)
Independent School District 284 (Wayzata) for the extension and renewal of the
existing Conditional Use Permit for one temporary classroom building at Birchview i
Elementary School through June 30, 1996 at 425 Ranchview lane.
Chairman Stulberg waived the review of the June 7, 1993 staff report.
MOTION by Commissioner Stimson, seconded by Commissioner Albro, to recommend
approval of the request by .Independent School District 284 (Wayzata) for the j!
extension and renewal of the existing Conditional Use Permit for one temporary G
classroom building at Birchview Elementary School through June 30, 1996 at 425
Ranchview Lane, subject to all conditions fisted in the June 7, 1993 staff report; and
changing the staff report expiration of this permit to mad 1996. q
Commissioner Witt stated that she felt this renewal of the Conditional Use Permit was
allowing special irules for the school district as this was previously approved as a
temporaryuse. She said that by making the Conditional Use Permit renewable in one
year would require the school district to work with the City in solving the space needs
of the school district:
Vote. 4 Ayes, Commissioner Witt opposed:
Meeting adjourned. at 8:35 p.m.