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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989 July Planning Commission MinutesJULY 20, 1989 7:30 P.M. CALL TO OF 7:30 P.M. REVIEW MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MP.E1M 7:35 P.M. HEARING VARIANCE RATHL = MDRRIs 8 :00 P.M. HEARING VARIANCE BILL McDONALD 8:30 P.M. BY —LAW DISCUSICN STAFF Indicates a Public Hearing All times stated on the Planning Commission Agenda, with the exception of Public Hearings, are approximate and may start a few minutes later than scheduled. 4629 Dakota St. S.E., Prior Lake Minnesota 55372 I Ph. (612) 4474230 1 Fax (612) 4474245 1� I_ PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JULY 20, 1989 The July 20, 1989, Prior Lake Planning Commission Meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Chairman Wells. Present were Commissioners Arnold, Kedrowski, Loftus, Roseth, Wells, and Director of Planning, Horst Graser. ITEM I - REVIEW MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING MOTION BY LOFTUS, SECOND BY ARNOLD, TO APPROVE MINUTES AS WRITTEN. Vote taken signified ayes. MOTION CARRIED. Mr-. Graser announced that Mr. Unmacht will be addressing the commissioners on several topics after the agenda items are completed. ITEM II - KATHLEEN MORRIS - SIDE YAR FRONT YARD AND COVERAGE RATIO VARIANCE Don Rassmussen, contractor, represented Ms. Morris, stated that the applicant would like to convert the existing garage to living space and add a double garage, thus solving a water problem. Mr. Graser presented information as per memo of July 20, 1989. The lots in the area are extremely small, most have required variances. Staff recommends denying the variance due to the fact that County Road 21 is a designated collector street and the right -of -way may be needed for future road improvements. The variance would not be consistent with policies of the Comprehensive Plan pertaining to collector streets. Mr. Rassmussen offered alternatives of a detached garage or building a second story on the existing house. Chairman Wells read a letter from Brad Larson of Scott County Highway Department dated July 18, 1989, recommending denial of the variance as the construction would be too close to the road. Comments from the Commissioners were on an excessive coverage ratio, alternate design for construction, and solution to water problem. MOTION BY ROSETH, SECOND BY LOFTUS, TO CONTINUE THIS VARIANCE REQUEST TO ALLOW THE APPLICANT TIME TO SUBMIT AN ALTERNATE DESIGN ON AUGUST 3, 1989, AT 8:00 P.M. Vote taken signified ayes. MOTION CARRIED. ITEM III BILL McDONALD - FRONT YARD VARIANCE Mr. McDonald, 5500 Woodcrest Drive, Edina, MN, owner of the 4629 Dakota St. S.E.. Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372 I Ph. (612) 447 -4230 I Fax (612) 4474245 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING JULY" 20, 1989 PAGE 2 property located at 4377 Quincy St., is requesting a 5 foot front yard variance in order to construct a single family home. A variance request was denied two years ago for this same property, since then the City has changed the setback regulations and the applicant felt the location is buildable. Mr. Graser presented the information as per memo of July 20, 1989. A brief history of the denied variance was given and the amendment change that has expanded the building envelope. A letter from Brad Larson of the Scott County Highway Department, dated July 18, 1989, was read into the record stating they had no objection to the variance as no future construction on County 21 is planned and that no access from this property onto CSAH 21 will be allowed. Ralph and Elizabeth Vetter, 15954 Sunfish Trail S.E., and Patricia and Thomas Malay, 4397 Quincy St., voiced their objections to the variance application stating the same problems exist as did in 1987, unsafe road conditions, status of property on north side of road. A letter signed by the neighbors was presented to be read into the record. Chairman Wells read into the record the letter addressed to Mayor Andren and City Planners stating the objections to the variance signed by the following: Thomas & Patricia Malay, 4392 Quincy St.; Mr. & Mrs. Robert Mante, 15930 Sunfish Trail S.E.; Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Vetter, 15946 Sunfish Trail S.E.; Mr. & Mrs. Al Winterberger, 15956 Sunfish Bay. Comments from the Commissioners were; area is a focal point of the city, applicant has right to build on lot, the whole Tract A should be considered in the application, and a hardship was not shown. Mr. McDonald told the Commissioners that he did not have plans for the remainder of Tract A at the present time and would like this issue voted on tonight. MOTION BY LOFTUS, SECOND BY ROSETH, TO DENY THE REQUEST FOR A 5 FOOT FRONT YARD VARIANCE FOR 4377 QUINCY STREET, REASON BEING THAT THE APPLICANT HAS NOT SHOWN A HARDSHIP GIVEN THE TOTAL SIZE OF LAND AVAILABLE IN THE TRACT. Vote taken signified ayes by Commissioners Loftus, Roseth and Wells. Nays by Commissioners Arnold and Kedrowski. MOTION CARRIED. A 5 minute recess was called at 9:40 p.m. Meeting called to order at 9:45 p.m. :-i A @NING COMMISSION MEETING JULY 20, 1989 PAGE ITEM I - STAFF BY -LAW DISCUSSION Mr. Graser requested as Mr. Unmacht is addressing the Commission this evening, that the discussion be continued to the next meeting when Ms. Garross could be present. MOTION BY ARNOLD, SECOND BY ROSETH, TO CONTINUE THE BY -LAW DISCUSSION AS THE LAST AGENDA 7T 1 7M, ON THE AUGUST 3, 1989, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. Vote taken signified ayes. MOTION CARRIED. Mr. Unmacht, City Manager, updated the Planning Commission on the Council's action. The REP was adopted and a consultanting firm is being considered. The second item was pertaining to a selection from the Commissioners to serve on the Lake Review Committee and would like a name by the next meeting. Mr. Unmacht also presented a suggestion from the Council to have a workshop with the Planning Commissioners. Dates and issues are open. MOTION BY ROSETH, SECOND BY ARNOLD, TO ADJOURN. MOTION WITHDRAWN. Nominations for Chairperson opened. MOTION BY LOFTUS, SECOND BY ARNOLD, TO NOMINATE TOM KEDROWSKI FOR CHAIRPERSON. MOTION BY LOFTUS, SECOND BY ARNOLD, TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS. Vote taken signified ayes. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION BY KEDROWSKI, SECOND BY LOFTUS, TO NOMINATE ARNOLD FOR VICE - CHAIRPERSON. MOTION BY LOFTUS, SECOND BY ROSETH, TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS. Vote taken signified ayes. MOTION CARRIED. Thank you and a round of applause was given to Mary Ellen Wells commending her on completion of her term as chairperson. MOTION BY ROSETH, SECOND BY ARNOLD_ TO ADJOURN MEETING. Vote taken signified ayes. MOTION CARRIED. Meeting adjourned at 10:15 P.M. Tapes of meeting available at City Hall. Horst Graser Rita M. Schewe Director of Planning Recording Secretary n J L A i REGU PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA JULY 6, 1989 7:30 P.M. CALL TO ORDER 7:30 P.M. REVIEW MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING * 7:35 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING ZONING MAP AMENDMENTS STAFF 8:00 P.M. HEARING LAKESHORE VARIANCE JOHN MOCARTHY 8:30 P.M. HEARING SIDEYARD VARIANCE MRS.C.E.MICKLEY 8:45 P.M. HEARING SIDEYARD VARIANCE DONALD HALLORAN 9:15 P.M. HEARING SETBACK, SUBDIVISION S SEPTIC CODE VARIANCE RICK SWENSON 9:30 P.M. GENERAL LAKE REVIEW COMMITTEE 6 DISCUSSION INDUSTRIAL PARR STUDY DAVE UNMACHT DISCUSSION PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING PROCURES STAFF * Indicates a Public Hearing All times stated on the Planning Comoission Agenda, with the exception of Public Hearings, are approximate and may start a few minutes later than scheduIed. 4629 Dakota St. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372 / Ph. (612) 4474230 W Fax (612) 4474245 PANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JULY 6. 1989 The July 6, 1989 Prior Lake Planning Commission Meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Chairman Wells. Present were Oommissioners Kedrowski, Arnold, Wells, Loftus, Assistant Deb Garross, and Planning Intern Gary Schmitz. Commissioner Roseth arrived at 8:15 p.m. ITEM I - REVIEW MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING MOTION BY KEDROWSKI, SECOND BY ARNOLD, TO APPROVE THE MINUTES AS ;,RITTEN. Vote taken signified ayes. MOTION CARRIED. Ms. Garross reported that the DNR had no additional comments to the Zoning Amendment Section 4.2. Pat Lynch, DNR Area Hydrologist, will accept an invitition to meet with the Planning Commissioners at a future date. ITEM II - PUBLIC HEARING - ZONING MAP AMENDMENT Public Hearing called to order at 7:35, public was not in attendance. Purpose of hearing is to add natural environmental lake #70 -77, stream and corresponding shore land district to the zoning map to correct an error that occurred in 1987. Mr. Jeffers, who is the property owner, has no objections to the amendment. MOTION BY KEDROWSKI, SECOND BY ARNOLD, TO RECOMMEND THAT THE ZONING MAP BE AMENDED TO REFLECT THE ADDITION OF THE LAKE, UNNAMED TRIBUTARY AND SHORE LAND DISTRICT. Vote taken signified ayes. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION BY KEDROWSKI, SECOND BY ARNOLD, TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING;. Vote taken signified ayes. MOTION CARRIED. Deb Garross presented the draft on Planning Commission meeting procedures. The Commissioners discussed meeting guidelines and suggested that a policy be written concerning absenteeism, and that a new definition be written for voting abstentions. Discussion closed at 8:00 p.m. to be continued at a later time. 4629 Dakota St. S.E. Prior Lake Minnesota 55372 / Ph. (612) 4474230 / Fax (612) 4474245 15A_NNTNG COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES JULY 6, 1999 PAGE 2 .., I ?I - .JOHN MCCARTHY - LAKESHORE VARIANCE i4c Carthy, 15130 Martinson Island Road, stated that they would dike to add a sunperch to their residence and need a 35' Lakeshore variance. Gary Schmitz presented information as per memo of July 6, 1989. tali from Sue Oldenberg, 4480 Lord's St. N.E., stating she had no objections to the variance, was read into the record. In addition, a letter from the DNR stating they were opposed to the variance and recommended an alternative was also read into the record. Staff had no objections to the variance since it would not be out of character in the neighborhood and the proposed construction would be built with setback consistent with the adjacent home. Comments from the Commissioners concerned design of structure, past variances granted to homes in the area, and variance is in line with other properties. MOTION BY KEDROWSKI, SECOND BY ARNOLD, TO RECOMMEND THE 35 FOOT LAKESHORE VARIANCE BE GRANTED, REASONS BEING THAT IT IS NOT OUT OF CHARACTER WITH THE EXISTING NEIGHBORHOOD. Vote taken signified ayes by Wells, Kedrowski, Arnold and Loftus. Commissioner Roseth abstained as he had just arrived. MOTION CARRIED. Meeting adjourned until 8:30 p.m. at which time the next agenda item was scheduled. Meeting called back to order at 8:30 p.m. by Chairman Wells. ITEM IV - MRS. C.E. MICKLEY SIDEYARD VARIANCE Jace Mickley, son of Mrs. C.E. Mickley, 14476 Shady Beach, stated that his Mother would like to build a 19X24 foot attached garage and is requesting a 5 foot east sideyard variance. Deb Garross presented information as per memo dated July 6, 1989. Staff recommendation is to approve the variance with conditions as stated in the memo. Don Price, 14480 Shady Beach Trail, adjacent pproperty owner on the east side, opposed the variance application. Mr. Price presented pictures showing the remodeling done on his property and felt that having a garage built close to his property would decrease the value of his home and distort his view from the bedroom window. F PLANNTNG COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES JULY 6, 1989 PAGE 3 .cm Price, 13750 - 65th Place, Maple Grove, son of Don Price, feels that there are other options available for building the garage. Mr. Price is in sympathy with the applicant in her request but felt the building could be downsized as not to restrict the view, airflow, value, sunlight, freedom of movement, sitelines, value of property and could be a fire hazard. Jace Mickley stated the reason the garage is being built is so his Mother would not have to walk outside to her vehicle and the size is needed in the event someone has to live with her if she is unable to be alone. Any other option is too costly for his Mother. Mr. Mickley stated that alternate locations had been explored for a garage, however, the existing home design does not allow for an attached garage in any othe_ location. Comments from the Commissioners were that a two car garage is not unreasonable, conditions outlined would have to be met, and were other design alternatives considered. Variance is not out of character with other homes in the immediate neighborhood. MOTION BY ARNOLD, SECOND BY KEDROWSKI, APPROVE 5 FOOT EAST SIDE YARD VARIANCE FOR LOT 6, SHADY BEACH 2ND ADDITION, AND THE TWO CONDITIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE INCLUDED ARE AS FOLLOWS: 1. THE GARAGE ADDITION BE CONSTRUCTED WITH A CONSISTENT SETBACK FROM THE 904 AS THE EXISTING HOME. 2. THE EXISTING TIN SHED LOCATED ADJACENT TO THE DRIVEWAY BE REMOVED ALONG WITH THE TIRES AND DEBRIS STORED IMMEDIATELY OUTSIDE OF THE STRUCTURE. RATIONALE BEING THAT VARIANCE IS CONSISTENT WITH THE PAST VARIANCES AND IS NOT DETRIMENTAL TO THE HEALTH AND WELFARE OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD. vote taken signified ayes by Kedrowski, Arnold, Wells and Roseth. Nay by Loftus, reason being that a 5 foot variance is too close to the living space of the adjoining property to the east and a better alternative design may exist. ITEM V - DONALD HALLORAN - SIDEYARD VARIANCE Donald Halloran, 17403 Sunset Trail, stated he wanted a 20X20 detached garage and needed a 5' west side yard variance for the site he had chosen. Mr. Halloran presented a letter from his neighbors in support of his variance request. Deb Garross presented report as per memo of July 6, 1989. Staff recommendation is to deny the variance as there are alternate locations available on site for a detached garage without variances and this property was recently platted and built under current zoning standards. In addition, t he site chosen is located within a utility easement. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES JJLY 6, 1989 PAGE 4 Mr. Halloran felt this was the only site possible to build. Chairman Wells read letter from Mr. Donald Halloran, 17403 Sunset Trail, Prior Lake, MN 5572, dated July 5, 1939, listing names of neighbors agreeing to the variance; Mike Muelken, 17395 Sunset Trail S W, Prior Lake, MN 55372 Linda Grassini, 17387 Sunset Trail, Prior Lake, MN 55372 Nancy Brick, 17419 Sunset Trail, Prior Lake, MN 55372 Judy Eide, 3013 Fairview Road, Prior Lake, MN 55372 Mark Hurt, 3019 Fairview Road, Prior Lake, MN 55372 Dan King, 17414 Sunset Trail, Prior Lake, MN 55372 Comments from the Commissioners were on location of garage, easement requirements, responsibility to adhere to codes, owner is responsible to know property. MOTION BY KEDROWSKI, SECOND BY ROSETH, TO DENY THE 5 FOOT WEST SIDEYARD VARIANCE, REASON BEING THAT LAND WAS PLATTED IN 1983 AND NO HARDSHIP HAD BEEN DEMONSTRATED AND THE PROPOSED CONSTRUCITON SITE ENuROACHES ON THE DRAINAGE EASEMENT. Vote taken signified ayes. MOTION CARRIED. ITEM VI -RICK SWENSON- SETBACK, SUBDIVISION 6 SEPTIC CODE VARIANCE Rick Swenson, 1941 Normandale Road, Prior Lake, MN, stated his proposal is to build a 12,000 sq. ft. office /warehouse building at 16940 Welcome Ave. in the Industrial Park and he is requesting a variance from the county road setback requirement, waive subdivision requirements and a variance on septic code standards. Deb Garross presented the report as per memo of July 6, 1989. Variance has been changed from 50' to 29' from the county road. Staff recommends tabling the application until site plane septic study and building plans are completed. At this time the Planning Commission was asked to consider the concept plan and give direction to the applicant. Comments from the Commissioners were in favor of concept, City should take action to help develop the Industrial Park, clarification on usage, coverage ratio, and the consensus was that a plan could be worked out. MOTION BY KEDROWSKI, SECOND BY ARNOLD, TO TABLE THE APPLICATION AND BE PRESENTED AT THE NEXT AVAILABLE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AFTER THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION HAS BEEN SUBMITTED AND ACCEPTED BY STAFF: 1. PARKING LOT PLAN DELINEATING THE NUMBER AND DESIGNATION OF PARKING STALLS, TRAFFIC CIRCULATION, AND LOADING AREAS. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES JULY 6, 1969 PAGE 5 SITE PLAN INDICATING EXTERIOR STORAGE AREAS, LOCATION OF TRASH CONTAINERS, WELL LOCATION, SEPTIC SYSTEM AND ALTERNATE DRAIN FIELD LOCATION. IN ADDITION, THE APPLICANT SHOULD INDICATE THE METHOD BY WHICH THE DRAIN FIELD AREA WILL BE PROTECTED. (FOR EXAMPLE A FENCED AREA OR GREEN LANDSCAPED AREA SHOULD BE MAINTAINED TO PREVENT STORAGE ON OR TRAFFIC CIRCULATION OVER THE PROPOSED AND FUTURE DRAIN FIELD AREAS). PROPOSED BUILDING PLAN AND FLOOR PLAN INDICATING STRUCTURAL MATERIALS, EXTERIOR MATERIALS, LOCATION OF MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT, DIMENSIONS OF ALL STRUCTURES, DESIGN, DESCRIPTION OF EACH USE, THE PERCENTAGE OF BUILDING SQUARE FOOTAGE THAT IS TO BE DESIGNATED FOR OFFICE, WAREHOUSE, STORAGE, ETC... AND THE NUMBER OF POTENTIAL PERSONS EMPLOYED OR OCCUPYING THE SITE. PERC TEST AND ANY SUPPORTING TECHNICAL DATA REQUIRED BY THE BUILDING OFFICIAL. vote taken signified ayes. MOTION CARRIED. A three minute recess was called at 9:57 p.m. Chairman Wells asked to be excused and turned the gavel over to Commissioner Kedrowski for the remainder of the meeting. Meeting called to order at 10:00 p.m. by commissioner Kedrowski. Dave Unmacht, City Manager, addressed the Commission on several items. Congratulations were extended to Commissioners Arnold, Roseth and Loftus on being reappointed to the Planning Commission for two years. Mr. Unmacht asked for a volunteer from the Commissioners to serve on the Lake Review Study Committee. The CommitteOS responsibilities were outlined briefly to the Commissioners and Mr. Unmacht would like the name of the volunteer by August 3. The second item Mr. Unmacht presented to the Planning Commission was the Industrial Park situation. The atmosphere has changed from residential to industrial planning. Several possiblities are being pursued. Professional consultants are being considered to conduct an industrial location study for the City of Prior Lake. The clarification on the duties of the Economic Development committee was given to the Commissioners. Suggestion was made that the Planning Cc anissioners be placed on the EDC mailing list. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES JULY 6, 1989 PAGE 6 MOTION BY KEDROWSKI, SECOND BY LOFTUS, TO TABLE THE DISCUSSION ON PLANNING COMMISSJON MEETING PROCEDURES UNTIL NEXT MEETING. Vote taken signified ayes. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION BY ARNOLD, SECOND BY ROSETH, TO ADJOURN MEETING. vote taken signified ayes. MOTION CARRIED. Meeting adjourned at 11:10 P.M. Tapes of meeting available at City Hall. Deb Garross Rita M. Schewe Assistant City Planner Recording Secretary