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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10E - Shepherd's Path PUD Amendment MEETING DATE: AGENDA #: PREPARED BY: AGENDA ITEM: DISCUSSION: APRIL 7,2008 10 E DANETTE WALTHERS-MOORE, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & NATURAL RESOURCES DIRECTOR CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR SHEPHERD'S PATH Introduction Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church has applied for approval of an amendment to the Planned Unit Development (PUD) known as Shepherd's Path on the property located north of CSAH 42, south of North Berens Road, and in the vicinity of McKenna Road and Shepherds Path. As each phase of the Shepherd's Path campus applies for Final PUD approval, the City Council will have the opportunity to review the specific elements (architectural materials, parking, traffic, signage, etc.) of that phase. However, the application before the City Council at this time is specifically related to an amendment request that would allow for a larger YMCA facility than was previously approved. All other aspects of the YMCA facility beyond that of the amendment request will be brought before the City Council for consideration at the time of Final PUD submittal. Historv On December 5, 2005, the City Council adopted Resolution #05-192 approving the Preliminary PUD for the approximately 80 acre Shepherd's Path mixed use development. Since that time, the first phase of the development has been constructed and includes the following: Town Center: The 30,000 sq. ft. two (2) story building containing the following: . Chapel. A 50-seat chapel. . Community Room. Space adjoining the chapel and offering an additional space up to 100 people. . Library and Resource Room. . Convenience Center. The market area provides a limited grocery area, pharmacy, banking, and other general convenience options for campus consumers. . Beauty/Barber Shop. . Lounge. . Fitness Center. A fitness center offering equipment and services specializing in the medical needs of seniors. . Technology Center. A space containing computers and support services. . Cafe. www.cityofpriorlake.com r:\council\2008 agenda reports\04 07 08\sh~~~~s~~t~~~,:~~OO / Fax 952.447.4245 Residential Units/Parkina: . A four (4) level building containing underground parking, assisted living, and memory care. . A four (4) level building containing underground parking and independent living units. Safe Haven Youth Center: . Office/Activity Space. To provide support services, counseling, life skills training, and recreational options. . Residential Living. Space for (5) efficiency apartments and a lounge area. The efficiency apartment units are targeted to at-risk individuals ranging in age from 15-21. The apartments have supportive services provided. The Shepherd's Path PUD allows for a 40,000 square foot YMCA structure that is one and a half stories in height and with a ground floor area of 26,667 square feet. On February 11, 2008, Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church submitted an application requesting to amend the PUD plan to allow the following: . A two story in height YMCA structure (with a third story walk-out elevation on the south side of the building). . A ground floor area of 29,000 square feet. . An overall structure square footage of 50,000 square feet. . The possibility of allowing a future expansion of an additional 12,000 square feet (6,000 square feet on two stories). ISSUES: As was previously stated, the various elements (signage, traffic, parking, architecture, materials, etc) of the PUD will be considered at the time of Final PUD submittal. However, at this time, it would appear appropriate to consider those specific elements that could be impacted by the request: Ground Floor Area: If approved, the amendment would allow for an additional 2,333 square feet of building ground floor area. It should be noted that any additional impervious areas granted through this amendment will need to be equally deducted from future development phases that take place within this speCific watershed area, due to the PUD's specific storm water infrastructure sizing. While the initial PUD plan did detail the square footages, it did not specify a site survey reflecting a specific setback from McKenna Road. However, if approved, the initial YMCA structure would maintain a 100 foot setback from McKenna Road. Ultimately, if the full future expansion as proposed is constructed, the setback from McKenna Road would be approximately 35 feet. Total Floor Area: After fully evaluating the needs and layout of the facility, it was determined that additional square footage was necessary to have the building function as desired. If approved, the amendment would allow for an r:\council\2008 agenda reports\04 07 08\shepherd's path-ymca.doc 2 increased initial square footage of 10,000 square feet (total of 50,000 square feet in the initial construction). In addition, the YMCA has noted that in order to fully meet their programming needs, a future 12,000 square foot expansion may be necessary. If the amendment is approved, the future expansion area will need to submit for a future Final PUD in order to proceed with development. At that time, the applicant will need to show how parking and traffic needs are fully met. Heiaht: The PUD plan approved the YMCA facility as one and a half stories in height. The amendment request is for a two story structure (on the main entrance side) with an additional walkout level on the south side of the building. The maximum height of the structure would be 36 feet (south side). In addition, there are mechanical units proposed for the top of the building that will be concealed by parapet walls and will likely add a limited amount of height to the center and southern rooftop areas of the structure. The YMCA structure will not exceed the current height of the existing adjacent church. Parkina: The increased square footage of the YMCA structure will generate additional parking needs. Specifically, it could be most problematic at times when peak volumes are created by the church or YMCA (during worship service times and/or on Wednesday evenings with youth programming). The YMCA is proposed to be open during the Sunday worship times, thus vehicles will likely have to utilize parking across McKenna Road at the Safe Haven facility. This means that pedestrians must cross McKenna Road to access the YMCA or the Shepherds Path Church during these peak times. The data submitted by the applicant shows that 725 spaces are needed on Sunday morning peak times (YMCA 120 spaces, Church 400 spaces, Safe Haven 12 spaces, Senior Housing 193 spaces). There will be 697 parking spaces (including current spaces and the additional 25 future spaces adjacent to the daycare entrance-west side of the YMCA structure). This means that during worship services the site will likely need additional parking. Wednesday nights also appear to be a time when parking will be at a premium. Ultimately, on those evenings the YMCA could be at capacity and the parking needs could reach 751 spaces (needed: YMCA 296 spaces, Church 250 spaces, Safe Haven 12 spaces, Senior Housing 193 spaces). In response to Staffs concerns, the applicant has expressed a willingness to do the following: . Provide 100 proof-of-parking spaces on the campus property located west of McKenna Road to serve as an overflow parking area. The applicant will install the parking spaces if the parking counts warrant it. . Provide a crossing guard at McKenna and North Berens Road at peak traffic volume times when overflow parking on the west side of McKenna is utilized. . Once the YMCA facility becomes operational it will not have operating hours during Sunday morning worship service times for the first 30 days. This will provide time for traffic and parking volumes to be monitored, and if warranted, provide adequate time for the proof of parking to be installed. In addition to the users of the campus, parking is also utilized on the site for a r:\council\2008 agenda reports\04 07 08\shepherd's path-ymca.doc 3 City Park and Ride (50-60 spaces typically). This service is offered during weekdays (non-peak hours). The City and Shepherd's Path will monitor future parking needs at the site during the weekday times and if necessary, look to relocation options. Traffic: The previous EAW traffic study that was conducted in 2005 was updated as a part of this amendment application (attached). The traffic study notes that at build-out of the YMCA facility (including the 12,000 square foot expansion that is proposed to take place as a part of a later phase), there are some necessary baseline improvements that will be needed to operate the intersections at acceptable levels of service, which include the following: . Installation of a traffic signal at the intersection of CSAH 42 and McKenna Road. . Construction of a % intersection at CSAH 42 and McKenna Road, to allow a right-in/right-out only and left-in for westbound vehicles. . Installation of a northbound left-lane to provide dual left-turn lanes at the intersection of CSAH 42 and CSAH 21. Staff anticipates that with the completion of the YMCA and utilization of the facility approaching full traffic generation, it will likely be a minimum of two years. If warranted, at that time the City can complete the traffic signal installation in conjunction with the CR 21 improvements. It is the intention of the City to monitor the situation with the County and to make the improvements at the appropriate time. Trail: The alignment of the City trail on the south side of the proposed YMCA facility along the City park property is proposed to be modified. The applicant has provided a plan that will continue to meet the needs of the trail system. The City Council must review the proposed amendment to the PUD plan and determine whether the amendment is consistent with the purpose of a PUD. The Planning Commission found the proposal consistent with the purpose of a PUD, and recommended approval subject to the following conditions: 1. Any additional impervious square footage areas granted through this amendment must be equally deducted from future development phases that take place within the specific watershed area of the YMCA facility. 2. The applicant shall provide 100 proof-of-parking spaces on the campus property located west of McKenna Road to serve as an overflow parking area. The applicant will be responsible for the installation of the bituminous parking area if the parking counts warrant it. If warranted, any future development on the west side of McKenna must incorporate parking to adequately meet the needs of the YMCA facility at build-out. 3. The applicant shall provide a crossing guard at McKenna and North Berens Road at peak traffic volume times when overflow parking on the west side of McKenna is utilized (including Sunday mornings, before and after worship services, and Wednesday evenings as needed). 4. Once the YMCA facility becomes operational, it shall refrain for 30 days from opening during Sunday mornings while conflicting peak traffic r:\council\2008 agenda reports\04 07 08\shepherd's path-ymca. doc 4 times are in progress (worship services). 5. The approved amendment shall not imply approval of any architectural elements, materials, signage, the splash pad concept, or any PUD thematic elements shown on the elevations or plans submitted as a part of the amendment application. FINANCIAL IMPACT: Approval of this final plat will allow construction of new dwelling units, which will contribute to the City's tax base. ALTERNATIVES: The City Council has the following alternatives: 1. Adopt the resolution with conditions approving the amended PUD Plan for Shepherd's Path. 2. Deny the resolution approving the Amended PUD. 3. Defer this item and provide staff with specific direction. Staff recommends Alternative #1. RECOMMENDED 1. A motio and second to adopt a resolution approving the amendment to MOTION: (1 /Jthe PU Plan for Shepherd's Path subject to the listed conditions. Reviewed by: ; ~ Frank BOYIU anager r:\council\2008 agenda reports\04 07 08\shepherd's path-ymca.doc 5 dO x PR~ ~ ~ U i:'\ ~ 4646 Dakota Street S.E. Prior Lake, MN 55372-1714 RESOLUTION OS-xx A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PLAN KNOWN AS SHEPHERD'S PATH Motion By: Second By: WHEREAS, Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church has submitted an application for an amendment to the Planned Unit Development known as Shepherd's Path; and WHEREAS, The Prior Lake Planning Commission considered the proposed amendment to the PUD Plan on March 24, 2008; and WHEREAS, The Planning Commission found the amendment to the PUD Plan to be in consistent with the purpose of a PUD and in substantial compliance with the approved preliminary plan and recommended approval of the PUD Plan; and WHEREAS, The Prior Lake City Council considered the proposed PUD Plan on April 7, 2008; and WHEREAS, The City Council finds the PUD Plan in substantial compliance with the approved Preliminary PUD Plan; and WHEREAS, The City Council finds the PUD Plan is compatible with the stated purposes and intent of the Section 1106 Planned Unit Developments of the Zoning Ordinance. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA as follows: 1. The Recitals set forth above are incorporated herein. 2. The amended Planned Unit Development Plan is hereby approved subject to the following conditions: . Any additional impervious square footage areas granted through this amendment must be equally deducted from future development phases that take place within the specific watershed area of the YMCA facility. . The applicant shall provide 100 proof-of-parking spaces on the campus property located west of McKenna Road to serve as an overflow parking area. The applicant will be responsible for the installation of the bituminous parking area if the parking counts warrant it. If warranted, any future development on the west side of McKenna must incorporate parking to adequately meet the needs of the YMCA facility at build-out. . The applicant shall provide a crossing guard at McKenna and North Berens Road at peak traffic volume times when overflow parking on the west side of McKenna is utilized (including Sunday mornings, before and after worship services, and Wednesday evenings as needed). . Once the YMCA facility becomes operational, it shall refrain for 30 days from opening during Sunday mornings while conflicting peak traffic times are in progress (worship services). R\Council\2008 Agenda Reports\04 07 08\Shepherd's P~.I~;i~~~tlAAIaq{~.com Phone 952.447.9800 / Fax 952.447.4245 . The approved amendment shall not imply approval of any architectural elements, materials, signage, the splash pad concept, or any PUD thematic elements shown on the elevations or plans submitted as a part of the amendment application. PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 7TH DAY OF APRIL, 2008. YES NO Haugen Hedberv Erickson LeMair Millar Haugen Hedberv Erickson LeMalr Millar Frank Boyles, City Manager R:\Council\2008 Agenda Reports\04 07 08\Shepherd's Path pud_resolution.DOC