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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986 May Planning Commission MinutesPLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MAY 15, 1986 7 :30 P.M. CALL TO ORDER 7:30 P.M. REVIEW MINUTW OF PREVIOUS MWTING 7:35 P.M. GREG MOPISQKE SUBDIVISION (OONP.) 8:45 P.M. ROLLAND GRC HOLZ VARIANCE 9:00 P.M. EUGENE CLEVELAND VARIAIXE 9:15 P.M. JOHN ANDERBCH VARIANCE 9:30 P.M. PUMP AND HUM SERVICE VARIANCE 9:45 P.M. JORN MCGIN IIS VARIANCE 10 :00 P.M. JULIE VALne VARIANCE 10:15 P.M. (612) 447. 4230 4629 DAKOTA STREET S.E. P.O. BOX 86S PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 5Wn PLANNING COMMISSION MINLnT:S MAY 15, 1986 The May 15, 1986 Prior Lake Planning CammiSSion meeting was called to order by Chairman Larson at 7:35 P.M. Present were Commissioners Roseth, Arnold, Loftus, City Planner Graser and City Planning Intern Deb Garross. Commissioner Wells arrived at 8:10 P.M. M7r1ON BY ARNOLD TO APPROVE THE MAY 1, 1986 MIWIESS AS PRFSMIED, SECONDED BY ROSE7H. UPON A VOTE MUM, THE MOTION WAS DULY PASSED. Item II, Raspberry Ridge Preliminary Plat Continuation request for approval was called to order. Greg Kopischke, Planner and Bob Walsh, Realtor, were present to answer questions. Greg Kopischke commented that an Archaeologist was contacted regarding the Indian Mounds; they removed access through the wetland and reduced the lots; provided a trail through the neighborhood area to the wetland; talked to the Watershed District; and they are working with the City Engineer on utilities and the relocation of Lord's Street. City Planner Graser commented per memo dated May 13, 1986. He also presented a letter Exhibit • A" from Dr-e Dornacker. At this time audience input was called for. John Roberts, Manitou Road, had concern over the Indian Mounds, safety regarding Lord's Street relocation and the wildlife corridor on the wetlanda. Bob Cavill, 14909 Manitou Road, commented on the traffic on County Road 21 and access onto it from Lord's Street, would like to see larger lots in the subdivision, would like to see the ponding area rat filled in and natural area saved. Bob Ericson, 15111 Manitou Road, would like to see Lord's Street remain as is. Walter Jobst, 15110 Martinson Island Road, would like to see Lord's Street remain as is and not became a collector street. He also was concerned that in an emergency situation such as a fire, 1 collector street may not be an adequate evacuation route for the entire area. a (912) 447.4230 4629 DAKOTA STREET S.E. P.O. SOX 359 PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 56372 Pete Janes, 15021 Manitou Road, asked how often stubs were set. Be would like Lord's Street to remain as is. He was also concerned about access to the area for fire and rescue services. bbert Tufte, 14937 Manitou Road, commented that there is a need for two roads due to increased development and traffic that will occur in the area. He also commented that the pond retains water year round and therefore it should not be filled. He commented that the wetland should be preserved for wildlife and asked for an explanation of Outlot A. Ellen ®no, 15271 Fairbanks Trail, had concern over increase of traffic on Lord's Street and was concerned with the safety of children going to the park. Bob Cavill, 14909 Manitou Road, commented that the revere slope of the lots 15, 16, & 17 Block 5 with single access was poor planning. He also commiented that emergencies could be a problem due to increased traffic on one road. Bryan Johnson, 14917 Manitou Road, felt parking on Lord's Street to access the park could be a problem on a 32' wide road. Maureen Jandorf, 15079 Manitou Road, would like to see Lord's Street remain with another access if necessary, parking and increase of traffic from surrounding areas to the park would be a safety hazard. Kitty Jobst, 15110 Martinson Island, would like to see Lord's Street up graded, blacktopped or paved and also questioned whether the proposed access between the two hills would be safe. John McCarthy, 15130 Martinson Islan9, consented an the speed limit of County Road 21 and he felt that warnings should be posted along that route. The Planning Commissioners had concerns over the access points, speed limit on County Road 21, buffer zone, pordirg area, natural wetlands and wildlife, square footage of homes, lots, value of homes, park area safety, and site lines. MOTION BY LARSON TO R]W1M$D TO THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF RASPBERRY RIDGE PRELIMINARY PLAT CONTINGENT UPON THE FOLLUAIRG: 1. THAT THE ALTERNATE STREET PLAN BE INCORPORATED INM THE PLANS FOR THE PRELIMINARY PLAT. 2. RESTRICTIONS BE PLACED ON THE USE OF 198 PONDS IN THE FORM OF AN EASEMENT ADJACENT TO LOTS 25, 26, 14 THROUGH 18, AND 3 THRMO 5. 3. THAT THE PARR BE ACCEPTED AS INDICATED ON THE PLANS 4. THE WATERSHED AND COUNTY PMIE1 THE PLAN AND COMMENT. 5. THAT RASPBERRY RIDGE C014PLY WT19 PRIOR LAKE UTILITIES STALDARDS. 6. COMPLETION OF THE ARCHAEOLOGICAL REVIEW REGARDING THE INDIAN MOUNDS. 7. OFF STREET PARKING BE PROVIDED, IF POSSIBLE, FOR THE PLAY FIELD. 8. OFF STREET VEHICLE PARKING AND ADDITIONAL ACCESS TO THE NORTHERN PARR BE INVESTIGATED BY THE PARK DIRECTOR AND STAFF TO DETERMINE IF A NEED FOR PARKING AND ACCESS EXISTS. SECONDED BY ARNOLD. UPON A VOTE TAKEN, THE NOTION WAS DULY PASSED. NOTION BY ARNOLD TO CLOSE THE RASPBERRY RIDGE SUBDIVISION PRELIMINARY PLAT PUBLIC HEARING, SECONDED BY ROSETH. UPON A VOTE TAKEN, THE MOTION WAS DULY PASSED. At this time a 5 minute recess was called. The meeting resumed at 10:05 P.M. Item III, Rolland Gronholz request for 40 foot lakeshore variance to construct a 12 X 12 foot deck and a 12 X 36 foot ground level patio. Mr. Gronholz was present to answer questions. MOTION BY LOFTS TO APPROVE A 40 FOOT LAKESHORE VARIANCE TO CONSTRUCT A 6 X 12 FOOT SECOND FLCOR DECK AND A 12 X 36 FOOT GROUND LEVEL PATIO. THE VARIANCE REQUEST IS JUSTIFIED DUE TO THE SHAPE ADD CONFIGURATION OF THE HOME AND THE EXISTENCE OF A PATIO DOOR. SECONDED BY AROD. UPON A VOTE TALI, 4 AVE, 1 DAY (LARSON), THE MOTION CARRIED. Item IV, Eugene Cleveland request for a 5 foot side yard variance for 16045 Northwood Road N.W. Mr. Cleveland was present to answer questions. Mr. Cleveland conoented that he needed a side yard variance but was unaware until called by Planning Intern Deb Garross that he needed a lakeshore variance. City Planning Intern Deb Garross casmented per maw dated May 13, 1986. Also stating that Mr. Cleveland was unaware of a need for a lakeshore variance until she called him. Also Ms. Garross presented a letter Exhibit •A• from Mildred Jacobson who had no objection to the variance request. Attorney Mike Quail presented a letter from Mrs. Sullivan abutting property owner opposed to the variance request. MOTION BY ARNOLD TO CONTINUE THE VARIANCE RMUEST BY EUGENE CLEVELAND FOR 16045 NORTHWOOD ROAD NW TO JUNE 5, 1986 AT 8:30 P.M. THE PURPOSE OF THE CONTINCATION IS TO GIVE THE APPLICANT TIME TO CONFER WITH STAFF, SECONDED BY LOFTUS. UPON A VOTE TAKEN, THE MOTION WAS DULY PASSED. Item V, John Anderson request for 4 foot side yard variance to construct an addition to the east side of an existing garage at 16551 Franklin Trail. Mr. Anderson commented that he needed a garage for winter storage of cars. City Planner Graser camnented per memo dated May 15, 1986. He also commented that abutting property owner on Lot 6 had a drainage problem and regrading must comely to existing drainage pattern. Lonna Tiedt, Lot 6 owner, commented that the previous regrading caused a drainage problem and she in turn had to haul in dirt to correct the situation. MOTION BY LARSON TO APPROVE TEL REQUEST FOR A 4 FOOT SIDE YARD VARIAMC'CE To CONSTRUCT AN ADDITION TO THE EAST SIDE OF AN EXISTING GARAGE FOR LOT 5 BLACK 1 PRIOR SOUTH, 16551 FRANKLIN TRAIL S.E. THIS IS AN ACCEPTABLE SITUATION SINCE A LADE SEPARATION EXISTS BETWEEN THE HOMES AND THE REQUESTED DEVIATION IS SMALL. THE VARIANCE IS CONTINGENT UPON STAFF APPROVAL OF THE REGRADING PATTERN. SECONDED BY WELLS. UPON A VOTE TAKEN, 4 AYE, 1 ABSUTENTICN (ARNOLD), THE MOTION CARRIED. Item VI, Amp and Meter Service, request for a 6' front yard variance from Commerce Avenue to construct a canopy for a self serve gas station for PDQ. No one was present to represent the applicant. MOTION BY ARNOLD TO CONTINUE THIS ITEM TO JUNE 5, 1986 AT 8:45 P.M., SECONDED BY ROSEM. UPON A VOTE TAKEN, THE MOTION WAS DULY PASSED. Item VII, John McGinnis request for a 5 foot north side yard variance for a garage and 1.75 foot north side yard variance for a home on Lot 1 Block 1 F=van Acres, 14744 Cove Avenue. Mr. McGinnis commented that due to the angle of the home and the existence of some large trees, a variance was needed in order for him to construct his garage. City Planner Graser commented per mend dated May 15, 1986. Be also amended the 1.75 foot north side yard variance to be 3 feet upon calculation. The Planning Commissioners were concerned with this variance request because it appeared that the situation was a hardship of the property owner and not the ordinance. MOTION BY AIMD TO APPROVE A 3 FOOT NORTH SIDE YARD VARIANCE FOR THE HCHE BUT DENY THE 5 FOOT NORTH SIME YARD VARIANCE FOR THE GARAGE. THE VARIANCE pOR THE HOME IS JUSTIFIED BECAUSE OF THE ORIENTATION OF THE BONE ON AATA(ENT LOTS, HOWEVER THERE IS NO JUSTIFICATION FOR THE GARAGE VARIANCE. SHOO DED BY ROSBZH. UPON A VOTE TAKEN, THE MOTION WAS DULY PASSED. Item VIII, Julie Valine request for a 4 foot side yard variance to construct a walkway alongside her hone for 15268 Fish Point Hoed. Julie Valine and George Kazika, contractor, were present to answer questions. Ms. Valine commenteC, on the request and presented a letter Exhibit w e from Alvin Miller, abutting property owner, in favor of the variance request. MOTION BY ARSXX.D TO APPROVE A 4 FOOT SIDE YARD VARIANCE 4U CONSTRUCT A WALKWAY ALONGSIDE THE HOME AT 15268 FISH POINT ROAD SINCE IT IS NOT DETRIMENTAL TO THE PROPERTY VALUES AND GENERAL. HEALTH AND WELFARE OF THE OOMKONTTY, SECONDED BY LOFTUS. UPON A VOTE TAKEN, THE MOTION WAS DULY PASSED. Item IX, John Noel request for a 5 foot side yard variance to construct a 12 X 16 foot deck and screened porch to the northwest side of his home at 15347 Breezy Point Road. City Planning Intern Deb Garross commented per memo dated May 13, 1986. Also stating that Mr. Noel did not know he needed a lakeshore variance until she called him. Ms. Garross also presented a letter, Exhibit "A ", from Inez Stevens abutting property owner opposed to the variance request. The Planning Commission had several comments and concerns over this variance request being so close to the lake and abutting property owners. MOTION BY ARNMD TO APPROVE A 5 FOOT SIDE YARD VARIANCE AND A LAPSE VARIANCE FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A SCREEN PCRCH. HOWEVER, NO PCRTIGN OF THE NW STRUCTURE MAY EXTEND CLOSER TO THE LAKE THAN THE EXISTING HOME. THE GRANT33G OP THIS VARIANCE WOULD NOT BE DETRIMENTAL TO THE AREA NOR THE GENERAL HEALTH OR WELFARE OF THE COMMUNITY. SECONDED BY WELLS. UPON A VOTE TRAM, 3 AYE (ARNOLD, WELLS, ROSETTE), 2 NAYS (LUMS, LARSON), THE PMON CARRIED. MOTION BY MM TO ADJOURN TRE MAY 15, 1986 PRIOR LAW PtAM00; COMMISSION MEETING, SBOOLDED BY BURETS. UPON A VOTE TAM, THE NMM WAS DULY PASSED. THE METING ADJOURNED AT 11:52 P.M. PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MAY 1, 1986 7:30 P.M. 7:30 P.M. 7:35 P.M. 9:00 P.M. 9:30 P.M. 10:00 P.M. 10:15 P.M. FIR (QJLl�G ;k?Jii];J4 [! tt4t; �"1� c��? I• • • 1 LY' M (612)117.1230 4629 DAKOTA STREET S.E. P.O. BOX 359 PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 56372 I ft PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MAY 1, 1986 The May 1, 1986 Prior Lake Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Vice Chairman Loftus at 7:30 P.M. Present were Commissioners Wells, Roseth, City Planner Graser and City Planning Intern Deb Garross. Commissioner Arnold arrived at 8:15 P.M. and Chairman Larson arrived at 8:20 P.M. MOTION BY WELLS TO APPROVE THE APRIL 17, 1986 MINUTES AS PRESENTED AND REVIRIIED, SEDONDED BY ROSfi9H. UPON A VOTE TAKEN, THE MOTION WAS DULY PASSED. At this time vice chairman Loftus adjourned the Planning Commission meeting. City Manager, Michael McGuire called the Economic Development Committee and Planning Commission joint meeting to order to discuss the "Downtown Development Plan". Assistant City Manager /Econauic Development Committee Director, Dave Unmacht presented for discussion elements of the plan including downtown land use, traffic circulation and public improvements. Mr. Unmacht also discussed the meetings that had taken place prior to the joint meeting of the Planning Commission and Economic Development Committee. At 8:45 P.M. City Manager Michael McGuire closed the joint P.C. and E.D.C. meeting. MOTION BY ROSEIH DIRECTING STAFF TO PRESENT TO COUNCIL THE DOWNTOWN LAND USE, TRAFFIC CIRCULATION, PUBLIC IMPROYMG!NT5 AND GENERAL DOWNTOWN DVAMaI'4ENT CONCEPT PLAN, SECONDED BY ARNMD. T8?ON A VOTE TAKEN, 4 AYE, 1 ABST'ENT'ION (LARSON - MISSED THE PRESENTATION), THE VOTE CARRIED. Item II, Northco Development Inc. request for Conditional Use and Variance for Lot 5 Block 1 Blobm's 1st Addition. Larry Gensmer and Brad Rothnem, developers were present to answer questions. Brad Rothnem commented on the request for a 3 unit development to be located on a parcel zoned for R-2 Residential use. Mr. Rothnem expressed that the proposed development met with the required setbacks and was compatible with the surrounding area. The developer also commented on the ciean up effort that will be applied to the site. City Planner Graser commented per memo dated 5/1/86. Fred Oakley, 4052 Grainwood Trail, commented that he would like to see the property value exceed $120,000.00 dollars for the development. He also submitted comments regarding the density of the development. Ben Baer, 15795 Eagle Creek Ave., commented on the traffic, density, clean up, curbing, drainage and street petitioned for public maintenance. (872) 447.4230 4629 DAKOTA STREET S.E. P.O. BOX 359 PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 The Planning Commission camrented on the clean up of the lot, property value, and the possibility of changing the street to a public facility. MOTION BY ARNOLD TO APPROVE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND VARIANCE FOR LOP 5 BLOa 1 BLOHM'S 1ST ADDITION CONTINGENT UPON: 1. THE PROMPT CLEAN UP OF THE CONSTRUCTION SITE AND ADJACENT CONSTRUCTION AREA. 2. THAT THE OVERALL APPEARANCE OF THE BUILDING IS CONSISTENT WITH THE VALUE AND APPEARANCE OF THE TWO EXISTING BUILDINGS. 3. THAT THE SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EACH OF THE 3 UNITS NOT DEVIATE MORE THAN 20% SMALLER FROM THE EXISTING TWIN HOMES IN BLOAM'S ADDITION. 4. THAT THE EXTERIOR OF THE BUILDINGS BE CONSISTENT WITH THE EXISTING TWIN HOMES IN BLOHM'S ADDITION. 5. THAT EACH UNIT HAVE A 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE. 6. TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE BOTH THE SITE AND BUILDING PLANS MOST BE REVIEWED BY STAFF FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE SUBMIT= SITE PLAN AND CONTINGENCIES. SECONDED BY ROSEIH. UPON A VOTE TAKEN, THE MOTION WAS DULY PASSED. Item N, Lakeshore Restrictions discussion presented by Staff. City Planner Graser co mented on several concerns including: 1. Restriction of back lot access. 2. Regulation of speed on Prior Lake. 3. The increase of commercial ventures on Prior Lake. 4. Horse power limitations for Prior Lake. 5. Regulation of the number of docks allowed per lot on PRNAR Lake. 6. Easements of lots and dedicated lot usage. 7. Regulation of the numiber of back lot boats allowed (1 -10 now). 8. Preservation of the lake. 9. Safety on the lake. 10. Lakeshore damage fee from developers. NOTION BY ARNOD TO DIRECT STAFF TO SCILB = A R" LIC HEARING TO DISCUSS THE CONCERNS OF PRIOR IAKE, SECONDED BY LARSON. U !i A VOTE MUM, THE )MON WAS DULY PASSED. At this time a 3 minute recess was called. The meeting resumed at 10:00 P.M. Item V, CGT Properties request for Rezoning continued from April 17, 1986 meeting. Ted and Greg Schweich, developers, were present to answer questions. Ted Schweich commented on the Rezoning and the proposal to develop a cul de sac with 4 lots. City Planning Intern, Deb Garross reviewed the rezoning per memo dated April 14, 1986. At this time audience input was called for. Andre Franklin, 4294 Pleasant Street, presented slides of the Conservation District showing an overall view of the topography, type of neighborhood, wildlife habitat and water bodies existing in the area. Paul Reinboldt, 16430 Duluth Avenue, 27 year resident of the area, expressed concern over increased pollution and decline of fish life associated with the creek. Be also expressed that he did not want the wetland destroyed by construction such as the multiple units. Bill Bond, 16399 Franklin Trail, commented that he had received notice the day of the hearing. Be felt that a buffer zone should exist between the homes and the wetland and did not feel that elevation was a justifiable rational to to rezone a conservation area. John Sullivan, 16636 Anna Trail, had no objection to the rezoning but he was concerned that the continued development of these areas could set a precedent that would be difficult to stop in the future. Ted Schweich, developer, commented that the Metro ewer line runs through the property. Since the property was assessed, the developer contends that the parcel is buildable. Be also clarified that he is proposing 4 single family homes not multiple family units. Phoebe Clemens, 16350 Albany Ave., a 40 year resident commented that there have been many changes over the years that have led to the destruction of natural beauty, wildlife habitat, flowers, etc... Glenn Mueller, 16672 Creekside Circle, commented that the wetland should be preserved for the wildlife. Be felt that construction in this area would be a poor idea. Kathy Sorenson, 16535 Albany Ave., ccownted that they moved to the area because of the natural characteristics associated with the wetlands. She also expressed concern regarding the traffic flow on Albany Avenue. Julie Sullivan, 16636 Anna Trail, commented that the construction of of multiple family hones in the area had taken away from the natural beauty of the site and should develolnent continue, the area would be destroyed and she and her family would no to ger be able to enjoy it. Ted Schweich, developer, clarified that the multi- family units the audience had been referring to consisted of the Priorwood Development located on Five Hawks Avenue. Paul Reinboldt, 16430 IXluth Avenue, cam anted that the destruction of a natural habitat caused by the construction of a dam might be a questionable practice. John Sullivan, 16636 Anna Trail, questioned whether it would be possible to construct a road and yet maintain the wetlands. He also inquired about the directional flow of the creek. Shawn Reinboldt Busse commented that she lived next to the wetland and would hate to see it destroyed by allowing homes to be built along it's edge. Mrs. Gabriel Franklin, 4294 Pleasant Street, was alarmed at the destruction of natural wildlife in the wetland area and would like to see it preserved so that it does not became another Bloomington, Richfield or Minneapolis. Andrew Franklin, 4294 Pleasant Street, presented a petition signed by the area residents and commented that the number of signatures had increased by 1008 since the previous hearing. The Planning Commissioners had concern over the area to be rezoned with regard to size of area to be rezoned, buffer zone between building and wetland, a dam for overflow, drainage, and pollution of the lake. MOTICNN BY LOFTUS TO DENY THE RBQUEST 10 REUM TBE 3.5 ACRE C -1 OMMWMCK PARCEL LOCATED EAST OF THE INMMMCK OF ALBANY AVENUE AND CAM STREET FOR R-1 RE4IMMAL USE. SECONDED BY ROOM. UPCH A VOTE TMM, THE ND1'ICN WAS DULY PASSED. MOTION BY RUMM TO CLOSE mo PUBLIC BLUM To RE MM THS 3.5 ACM C 1 OONI6BR{1ATION PARCEL LOCATE) EAST OF THE MTffiRSOMM011 Q' ATSANY AVENUE AND GATES STREET FOR R-1 RESSIDEHrM USE. SBODNU® BY WE.tS. UPON A {TOTE MM, TEE MOTION WAS DULY PASSE). Item VI, COP Properties request for Preliminary Plat approval of Lakeside Estates 5th Addition. Ted and Greg Schweich were present. N3 ACTION WAS TAKEN ON THE ITEM DUE TO THE PREVIOUS MOTION TO DLP_' THE REZONING REQUEST FOR THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. MOTION BY ARNOLD TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL OF LAKESIDE ESTATES 57H ADDITION, SECONDED BY LOFTUS. UPON A VOTE TAKEN, THE MOTION WAS DULY PMSED. M7PION 13Y LOPTUS TO AWOURN 243E MAY 1, 1986 PRIOR LAKE PLANMLNG COMMISSION MEETING, SEC@DFD BY ARNOLD. UPON A VUTE TAN, THE MOTION WAS DULY PASSED. THE MEETING ADAJOURN D AT 11:45 P.M.