HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Minutes 11-28-1995CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
November 28,1995
MEMBERS PRESENT. Chairman Mike Stulberg, Commissioners Virginia Black,
Linda Qja, Christian Preus, Saundra Spigner (arrived at
7:10 p.m.), and Barb Stimson
MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioner Allen Ribbe
STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Director Anne Hurlbuct,
Planning Supervisor Barbara Senness, Senior Planner
John Keho, and Planner Shawn Drill
1. Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m.
2. Public Forum: None.
3. Approval of Agenda: Approved unanimously.
4. Aporoval4f Minutesi
MOTION by Commissioner Preus, seconded by CommissionerlQja, to approve the
minutes of the October 11,'1995, Planning Commission without modification.
VOTE. 5 Ayes. MOTION CARRIED,
MOTION by Commissioner Black, seconded by Commissioner Preus, to approve
the minutes of the October 25, 1995, Planning Commission without modification,
VOTE. 4 Ayes, MOTION CARRIED. (Commissioner Oja abstained)
5, NEW BUSINESS:
A. Reschedule December 27 Plannin4
The Planning Commission instructed staff to reschedule the December 27,
1995 Planning Commission meeting to December 20, 1995,
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5. OLD BUSINESS
A. City of Plymouth (95100) - Workshop on Proposed Zoning Ordinance
Amendments
Planning Supervisor Senness presented the proposed zoning ordinance
amendments for the Administrative Sections. She noted that the proposed
revisions include elimination of the Board of Zoning Appeals (BOZA), and
that the City Council would fill that function.
Community Development Director Hurlburt stated that, due to the minor
variance process that was initiated a feet years ago, the case load for the
BOZA is down substantially. This was one of the primary reasons for
considering whether the City Council should take on this role in the future.
She also stated that having the Planning Commission conduct the public
hearings would help the staff to manage the processing of applications.
Planning Supervisor Senness introduced Mr.. David Licht,, President of
Northwest Associated Consultants, head consultant on this project, Mr.
Licht noted that one of the goals of the new Zoning Ordinance was to
consolidate as much as possible, and to reduce the amount of duplication and
incompatibility.
r Mr. Licht reviewed the proposed revisions to the Administrative Sections,
withthe following discussion:
21000,10 --Uses Not Provided for within 'Zoning Districts. This is an all
new section, and one which is critical for the Ordinance.
21005 -- Definitions Section, Not completed yet, this will be very extensive,
21010 -- Amendments Section. Some changes here to clarify that the
Council has the option to hold a public hearing,, if deemed necessary. Also,
new text to outlining referral of items back to the Planning Commission. It
was noted that zoning text and map amendments are the only action that will
require a super -majority vote.
21015 _- Conditional Use Permits. Same ,general format as current
provisions. Daycare facilities dropped from 1;320 to 500 feet for mailed
notice requirement.
New general performance criteria added to provide a more consistent
evaluation procedure, therefore, more equal treatment to applicants.
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The proposed provisions relating to revocation of CUP's was discussed is
detail. Mrs Licht noted that revocation would require a public hearing.
Findings would be required to demonstrate violation of the terms.
21020 — Interim Uses. This is an all new section to allow uses (such as
excavation) to be allowed for a specific time period. This section would
allow property owners to maintain viability of their land on an interim basis.
This has been an effective tool when uses are proposed that are acceptable
for the short tern, but not acceptable over the long term.
21025 -- Administrative Permits. This section is somewhat unique to
Plymouth and has worked exceptionally well to expedite requests while
maintaining a high degree of standards, The proposed language provides a
system of check and balances. Senior Planner Keho provided an explanation
of instances when an administrative permit may be issued, including special
events, grand openings, and sidewalk sales,
21030 -- Variances. Mr. Licht noted that the major change is that the City
Council would act as the Board of Zoning Adjustments and Appeals, He
noted that the proposal continues to allow the Zoning Administrator to
approve minor variances,
Persons aggrieved by the decision of the Board would have the right to seek
the review of a decision through the proper court system.
21035 -- Appeals. This is now its own section. It provides a means to
appeal the question of interpretation of the Zoning Ordinance.
21040 --Environmental Review. This is an all new section, It has already
been reviewed by the Environmental Quality Board (EQB). This is a
positive addition to the Ordinance that will signal the process to applicants.
Chairman Stulberg asked :staff to present a workshop on Environmental
Assessment Worksheets (EAW's) and Environment Impact Statements
EIS's) sometime in the future, if there is a slowdown in new applications.
21045 -- Site Plan Review. The sketch plan section is new. Review of
sketch plans is advisory only, The Zoning Administrator would continue to
have ability to approve minor projects..
A critical part of this section is the provision relating to Site Improvement
Performance Agreements (SIPA's), Newer ordinance requirements such as
Wetlands, water quality ponds, and reforestation have been added into the
list of items that are covered by the financial guarantee. Reduction and
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release ofSIPA's would be administrative; which be a great improvement to
the existing condition.
Planning Supervisor Senness stated that the draft for the City Center section
will be the next review item. Staff will also begin looking at where the new
commercial and industrial zoning districts may work throughout the City,
In ,response to questions raised by Chairman Stulberg, Community
Development Director Hurlburt stated that the Zoning Revisions would be
presented to the City Council at an informational meeting prior to the Public
Hearing.
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7. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION by Commissioner Spigner, seconded by Commissioner Stimpson to
adjourn.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Stulberg declared the meeting, adjourned at 9:15 p,m.