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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Minutes 07-28-1993w CITY' OF PLYMOUTH PLANNING COMMLSSION MINUTES JULY 29, 1993 MMMERS PRESENT: Chairman Mike Stolberg, Commissioners Barb Stimson, Julie Witt, Mike Wigley, and Dennis 7..ylla. MEMBERS ABSENT, Commissioners Scott Syverson and Ed Albin: STAFF PRESENT: Acting Director Joe Ryan, City Engineer Dan Faulkner, a! Associate Planner John Keho, and Planning Secretary r Jackie Watson. y, MINUTES: t MOTION by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Commissioner Witt to approve the July )4, 1993 Planning Commission Minutes. N Vote. 4 Eyes. Motion Carried. QUANTUM DEVELOPMENT (93064) Chairman StolMrg introduced the inquest by Quantum Development for a Conditional j Use Permit for Wayzata Public School use of the gymnasium and equipment storage at f the Beacon Heights School at 1232S.Staid Highway 55. j Chairman Stolbe introduced Mr. Clint Carlson grePrg representing the petitioner. 1 Mr. Carlson introduced Dr. Jim Brandle of ISD 284. Mr. Brandle stated that the school district has had an increased demand for school sports facilities, especially for succer. Chairman Stulberg opened the Public Hearing; 4 Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr, Al Mjomd, of 12:00 -12th Avenue North. i Mr. Mjorud stated that he was in favor of ibis zequest with a condition that the fire hazard of a pile of tires being stored on the site be removed. He said there have beensomefiresonthesite. Mr. Carlson stated that these tires have been a'nuisance since they occupied the building. He said there had been mart, fires inside the building while it was unoccupied. He said the tires had been used for playground equipment, and it is their intent to dispose of the tires. He said it is difficult to get rid of these large tires, but o Planning CommissionMeeting July28, 1993 Page 128 that they would fence them in until they can find a way to dispose of them. He said there are 1l big tires. Chairman Stulberg closed the Public Hearing. MOTION by CommissionerZylla, seconded by Commissioner Wigiey to recgmmend approval of the request by Quantum Development for a Conditional Use Permit for Wayzata Public School use of the gymnasium and equipment storage at the Beacon Heights School at 12325 State Highway 55, amending Condition 3 stating that the tires be removed from the site before the Conditional Use Permit is issued. MOTION to Amend by Chairman Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner Stimson to amend Condition 3 stating that the tires must be removed before the request goes to the Council for approval. Mr. Carlson requested that the removal of the tires be required prior to school district occupancy of the site. Roll Call Vote on Amend. 5 Ayes. Motion carried. Roll Call Vote on Main Motion without the amending clause. S Ayes. Motion carried on an uns aimous vote. Commissioner Wigley commended the petitioner on the outstanding job they are doing at this site. He said that their ability to work with the neighbors has resulted in no opposition to this request. MID ANIMCA'OIT UENMENT COMPANY (93066) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Mid America Entertainment Co. for an Amended PUD Preliminary Plan, PUD Final Site Plan and Lot Division for a Blockbuster Vid, Store at 4175 Viewed Lane. Associate Planner Keho reviewed the July 21, 1993 staff report. He said he had not found any requests in City fides for parcels below the 1;acre standard in Mixed Planned Unit Developments. Commissioner Zylla asked if Condition 10 be clarified as to rear yard setback. Associate Planner Kelio stated that the 10 feet was a typo and will be corrected to read 13 feet as stated in the narrtitive'of the staff report. Commissioner Witt asked if the land behind the Texaco Station could be developed.. Planning. Commission Meeting July28, 1993 Page 129 Associate Planner Keho replied that this was State Highway Department property and cannot be developed. Chairman Stulberg introduced W. Vince Driessen, representing 1lhe petitioner. M. Driessen presented a.letter from Target acknowledging their awareness of the lost parking spaces on their site which will result from this request. Mr. Driessen introduced Mr.. Chuck Habiger, also representing the petitioner Mr. Habinger stated that to bring this parcel up to 1 acre would only increase the driveway surface around the building. He said Target does not want to sell any additional land to the petitioner, plus there is an economic issue if more land were needed to be purcbased. He said that there could be some design issues related to the engineer's memo, but they would be worked out with the Cit r Mr. Habiger introduced Mr. Peter Hilger, representing the petitioner. Mr. Hilger described the exterior design of the store, which will be similar to the Target store. Commissioner Wigley asked fora discussion of drive access to the store. Mr. Habinger described the drive pattern. Commissioner Wigley stated that layout and access seemed awkward, Mr. Habiger stated they worked with staff on the layout and access for the site. He said the building will only be 20 feet high, and would generate possibly 15 cars per hour. Mr. Driessen stated that peak hours will generate more traffic. He said there will be 43 parking spaces on the site. City Engineer Paulimer stated a traffic study was not done for this specific use. He stated that the proposed access could create a problem for traffic in the Target parking lot. Commissioner Wigley stated that it seemed that an additional street was being created within the parking lot, W. Driessen stated staff did not feel a traffic study Was needed; Commissioner Witt asked if stop lights would eventually be installed in the Rockford Road Shopping Center. Planning Comwnission Meeting July 28, 1993 Page 130 City Engineer Faulkner replied that this would be up to owners. Mr. Iiabiger stated that the traffic does not warrant stop lights at this time. Mr. Driessen stated they would be willing to install yield or stop signs if the traffic warrants it. Chairman Stolberg Opened and closed the Public Hearing as there was no one present to speak on the issue. Commissioner Wigley asked if the petitioner had considered blocking a parking aisle to force trafticto Aisle 3, and the installation of some stop signs. He stated that shopping for videos is a quick in and out process compared to other types of shopping. Mr. Driessen replied that they had not considered using a parking aisle fora drive aisle. Chairman Stulberg stated that he did not sw a difference in a shopping experience between shopping at Target or shopping for a rental videotape. Commissioner Stimson stated that we should not require stop signs if they are not needed. Mr. Driessen stated that. they would let staff determine if stop signs were needed. MOTION by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Commissioner Stimson, to recommend approval of the inquest by Mid America Entertainment Co. for an Amended PUD Preliminary Plan, PUD Final Site Plan and Lot Division for a Blockbuster Video Store at 4175 Vinewood Lane, subject to all conditions fisted in the July 21, 1993 staff report. MOTION to Amend by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Commissioner Zyfia to amend Condition 11 to Wow the 0.866 acre size lot, as requested by the petitioner. Roll Call Vote on Motion to Amend. 5 Ayes. Motion carried. MOTION to Amend by Wigley to add a condition stating that subject to staff's review Aisles 1 and 2 be blocked and stop signs be installed at the entrance and at the 3rd aisle. Motion died for lack of a second. Commissioner Witt asked. how this site could be monitored to see if stop signs were - needed. Planning Commission Meeting July 28, 1993 Page 131 Chairman Stulberg stated that thought the two stores would correct the drive pattem on the site if they receive complaints from their customers. Commissioner Zylla stated that a stop sign be placed off the north aisle, and suggested a right tum in lane only. MOTION by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Commissioner Witt to table this request until a design for better ingress was proposed. Roll Call Vote. 2 ayes, Commissioners Zylla„Stimson and Chairman Stulberg voted Nay. Motion failed. Commissioner Zylla asked staff if a right tum only lane would be appropriate. Both City Engineer Faulkner and Associate Planner Keho stated that this would create a pretty tight tum. i MOTION to Amend by CommissionerZylia, seconded by Commissioner Stimson to recommend that staff do an analysis for a right tum in only lane to see if it would work geometrically; and if this is possible, amend the Site Plan for the entrance only, with the agreement by the developer and staff. Roll Call Vote on Motion to Amend. 5 Ayes. Motion carried. MOTION by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Commissioner Witt to recommend that the petitioner and staff analyze an exit to the north and look at installing a stop sign and blocking off an aisle for workability. Roll Call Vote. 2 Ayes, Commissioners Zylla, and Stimson and Chairman Stulbetg voted Nay. Motion failed. Roll Call Vote on Main Motion as twice amended. 4 Ayes, Commissioner Witt voted' Nay. Motion carried on a 4-1 vote. - m Planning Commission Meeting July 28, .993 Page 132 DALHSTROM'COMPANIES (93069) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Dahlstrom Companies for a Thoroughfare Guide Plan Amendmentto remove the minor collector designation from 43rd Avenue North to Berkshire Lane located northeast of the intersection of County Road 9 and Fembrook Lane. Associate Planner Keho reviewed the July 20, 1993 staff report. Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Terry Dahlstrom, the petitioner. 141x. Dahlstrom introduced Mr. Steve Johnston, their Engineer from Loucks and Associates. Mr. Johnston discussed future development in this area that will hinge on this current application as related to the steep slopes and the wetlands that would be impacted if the street was connected as a minor thoroughfare. He also descritvd how a development would be designed if the street were connected. The traffic study slated that only 5 % of the traffic would be diverted if the connection were made. Commissioner Zylla asked what the total acreage the future proposal would be. Mr. Johnston replied that there are 27 acres for development. Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Rod Krass, an Attorney representing the petitioner. Mr. Kmss stated that if the minor collector street was built through the site there would be some loss: in the property value of some lots, plus the increased costs related to constructing the minor collector, which is a significant economic issue. He said that the timing for approval of this item and the future development request is important to the developer because there are several land owners involved in this development. He commented on a lawsuit involving adjacent property owners. Mr. Krass stated that the City's decision to move the intersection to 43rd Avenue North and Fembrook Lane several years ago is what has impacted this future development and the request for the removal of the minor collector. Chairman Stulberg opened the public Bearings Chairman Stulberg entered two letters of opposition into the record; one from Kevin Begin and one from Randy Nord. Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr, Ron Weber, of 4340 Harbor Lane. Planning Commission Meeting July 28, 1993 Page 133 Mr. Weber gated he favors the removal of the minor collector because his home faces the Ord Avenue North intersection. Chairman Stulberg introduced W. Fred Steller, of 14505 -43rd Avenue North. Mr.'Stelter, stated he -is the KingsviewHeights HOA President. He stated that the. Homeowners major concern is the intersection of Fernbmok Lane and County Road 9. He said they wanted to know what impact the impact would be on this intersection N the minor collector were removed. Chaim= Stulberg introduced Mr. Karl Keller, of Roseville. Mr. Keller stated that he owns 12 acres in this furore -proposed development. He said a PUD would not ivork on his site, and that this future plan of Dahlstrom's is thf, first good plan for his land as combined with the other sites. Chairman Stulboag introduced Mry Grant Heim. Mr. Heino stated he lives in Kingsview Heights and is concerned with making a left hand tum onto ktngsview lane. He asked Mr. "Dahlstrom to visit with the homeowners and'expLvn his plan. He asked if the 1988 traffic study was done to incorporate the Pembrook Townhomes development. City Engineer Faulkner stated that when a tradfie study is done it incorporates all future development in tie area. Mr. Heino asked if Fembrook Lane would be the only egress from this development. Chairman Stulberg introduced Kevin Begin, of 4300 Pembmok Lane. Mr. Begin stated he was in favor of the retention of the minor collector. He stated that he is doing an audition his site because there had been statements made that part of his ; land is contaminated. He said the elimination of the minor collector would restrict some development in the arra, and easy access for police and tire. He presented a petition of approximately. 100 homeownt r asking that this request be denied, that the minor collector was a necessity. He;saiid that the 1988 traffic atudy was outdates). He discussed the lawsuit currently in the courts and the property which would be landlocked without the minor collector. He said he would be. willing to grant an easement to the landlocked property. He asked if the City would be eligible for State funds for the County Road 9 intersection. He asked if this proposal would qualify as a hardship. Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. 1lewey Peterson, of 11085 -56th Avenue North. ikr. Peterson stated be is in favor of the Dahlstrom inquest, Planning Commission Meeting July 28, 1993. Page 134 Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Lonny Thimjon, of 4275 Ithaca Iane. Mr. Thirajon stated he had signed the Begin petition, but now after listening to the discussion, he wants his name removed. He said he is in favor of the Dahlstrom proposal and feels the DaWstrom plan will preserve the property values in the area and will compliment the Yingsview Heights Addition. Chairman Stulberg closed the Public Hearing. Associate Planner Keho responded to questions raised during the Public Hearing stating thatthe only egress from the site would be onto Fembrook Lane, and that there could be two egress points. He said that emergency vehicle maneuvering on We site would be studied at the Preliminary Plat stage. City Engineer Faulkner stated no State funds are used for maintenance of roads; and no State funds will be lost if this minor collector is eliminated. He said that staff will have to do some redesignation of roads, but he cannot relate any hardship to this request. Commissioner Wigley asked if there were any plans to improve the Fembrook Lane and County Road 9 intersection. City Engineer'Faulkner stated that this intersection scheduled on the 1995 CIP for County, but is currently under County discussion and may be done earlier than 1995. He said they are aware of the problems and they will be taken care of in the future. Chairman Stulberg recognized Mr. Heino'a second time. Mr. Hemo asked where a second exit onto Fembrook Lane would be. Associate Planner Keho stated that a second "-.t could be south of the Northwestern Bell site, but it would only be about 260 feet from County Road 9. Commissioner Wigley asked staff to review the approval for the Fembrook Townhomes to see what type of exterior finish was approved. He said he thought an exterior of wood and brick was the approved finish. Associate Planner Keho stated that the City still holds a performance bond for the development and he will check it out. Commissioner Wigley asked if there could be a street connection from Berkshire Lane to the future proposed cut de sac. Mr. Johnston responded that he does not: want aBerkshire Lane connection, that he prefers to beep the industrial traffic from the east away from the proposed residential development. 0 Planning Commission Meeting July28, 1993 Page 135 Commissioner Zylla asked if this request is approved, should it be conditioned on the future proposal for the development of this site. MOTION by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by Commissioner Stimson to approval of the request by Dahlstrom Company Dahlstrom Companies for a Thoroughfare Guide Plan Amendment to remove the minor collector designation from 43rd Avenue North to Berkshire lane locatednortheast of the intersection of County Road 9 and Fembrook Lane; and, to tie the approval of this request not only to the approval by the Metropolitan Council, but also to condition the approval on the approval and filing of the Final Plat with Hennepin County by Dahlstrom Companies {; s for this site. h MOTION to Amend by Commissioner1Vigley, seconded by Commissioner Stimson to strike the condition stating that unless the Final Plat is approved and filed with Hennepin County, the approval of the deletion of the minor collector becomes null and y r void. Roll Call Vote on Motion to Amend. 3 Ayes, Commissioner Zylla and Chairman Stulberg voted Nay. Motion carried on a 3-2 vote. Commissioner Wigley stated that his main concern is that the developer give the City a nice development and that improvements are done, to the County Road 9 and Fembrook lane intersection. Roll Call Vote on the Main Motion as once amender.. 3, Ayes, Commissioner Witt and Chairman Stulberg voted Nay. Chairman Stulberg and Commissioner Witt stated that thea reason for voting nay was not that they opposed the request but that they wanted th. approval tied to the Final Plat approval and filing of the Final Plat with Hennepin County. Chairman Stulberg called a recess at 9:20 p.m., the meeting reconvened at 9:2.1 P.M. PARKVIEW RIDGE TOWNHOME ASSOCIATION (93070) Chaimfan Stulberg introduced the request the Parkview Ridge Townbome Association fora RPUD Preliminary Plan Amendment and Conditional Use Permit for Parkview Ridge 2nd Addition located' northwest of 38th Avenue North at Minnesota lane. Associate Planner Keho reviewed the July 16, 1993 staff report. ' Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Doug Hallen, of 3815 Minnesota Iane, representing the Parkview Ridge Townhome homeowners. 0 Planning Commission Meeting July 28,1993 Page 136. Air. Wien stated that the Parkview Ridge TownhomeAssociation homeowners are not interested in the basketball court or the insurance costs involved to cover this type of Wen space. Chairman Stulberg opened the Public Hearing. Chairman Stulberg introduced Jeff Gray, of 1482539th Avenue North. Mr. Grey stated that he was in favor of the basketball court being retained. r Mr. Hallen stated that Mr. Gray does not live in the Parkview Ridge Townhome development. Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Mark Basco, of 14835 -39th Avenue North. Mr. Basco stated that he was in favor of the basketball court being retained although he does not live in the Parkview Ridge Townhome development. He said that the City needs to have more basketball courts for residents to use. Chairman Stulberg introduced Ms. Alice Shea, of 3801 Minnesota Lane. Ms. Shea stated that the homeowners in Parkvie'A dge Townhome development are not in favor of maintaining and insuring a basketball court for non-residents to use. Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Jon Gowan, of 3933 Niagara Lane. Mr. Gown stated he is a resident of t:v Parkview Ridge Townhome development. He stated that there are trails to the City park in this area and that the City should install a - basketball court in the park for residents of adjoining properties. Chairman Stulberg closed the Public Hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Commissioner Stimson to recommend approval of the request by the Parkview Ridge Townhome Association for a RPUD Preliminary Plan Amendment and Conditional Use Permit for Parkview Ridge 2nd Addition, located northwest of 38th Avenue North at Minnesota Lane, subject to all conditions listed in the July 16,1993staff report. Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. Motion carried on an unanimous vote. 3 PlanningComnd on Meeting July 28,1993 Page 137 SKYLINE DESIGN, INC. (93071) Chairman Stulberg introduced the requestby Skyline Design, Inc. for an Amended Planned Unit Development and Conditional Use Permit fora 3 -season porch in Cimarron Ponds at 1040 Yuma lane. Chairman Stulberg waived the review of the July 16, 1993 staff report. Cbairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Bill Splett, representing the petitioner. Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the Public Hearing as there was no one present to speak on the issue. MOTION by Commissioner Stimson, seconded by Commissioa r Wigley to recommend approval of the request by Skyline Design, Inc. foram Amended Planned Unit Development and Conditional Use Permit for a 3 -season porch in Cimarron Ponds at 1040 Yuma lane, subject to all conditions listed in the July 16,A993 staff report. Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. Motion carried on an unanimous vote. SINCLAIR, MARKETING OF MINNESOTA (93073) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by SinclairMmketing of Minnesota for a Conditional Use Permit for a gasoline service station and propane gas dispensing at, 9605 -36th Avenue North. Chairman Stulberg waived the review of the July 16, 1993 staff report Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. John Labatt, representing the petitioner. Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the Public hearing as there was no one present to speak on the issue. MOTION by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Commissioner Stimson to recommend approval of the inquest by Sinclair Marketing of Minnesota fora Conditional Use Permit fora gasoline service station and propane gas dispensing at 9605 -36th Avenue North, subject to all conditions listed in the July 16, 1993 staff art Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. Motion carried on an unanimous vote The meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m. Q)