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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984 January Planning Commission MinutesCITY OF PRIOR LAKE PLANNING COMMISSION - AGENDA - January 19, 1984 7:30 P.M. 7:35 P.M. 8:30 P.M. 8:45 P.M. Call to order N. ERICKSON /D. MORLOCK DAN METZGER TOM HERDT WINDSONG P.U.D. FINAL PLAT REVIEW VARIANCE CONT. CONDITIONAL USE (612) 447.4230 4629 lOAKOTA STREET S.E. P.O. BOX 359 PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PLANNING COMMISSION - MINUTES - January 19, 1984 The January 19, 1984 meeting of the Prior Lake Planning Commission was called to order by Chairman Arnold at 7:30 P.M. Present were Commissioners Roseth, Felix, Larson, Loftus and City Planner Graser. The minutes of the previous meeting were reviewed. Motion by Larson to approve the minutes as presented, seconded by Loftus. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Item I, Norm Erickson & Dean Morlock- Windsong P.U.D. Final Plat Review. Mr. Erickson, Mr. Morlock, Roger Hauge, partner and Greg Kopischke, Consulting Engineer were persent to answer questions. Mr. Kopischke commented on the 9 Items /contingencies set by Council and addressed at this review. He felt there would be no problem in complying with the contingencies. City Planner Graser commented per Memorandum date January 11, 1984. The Planning Commissioners had comments on compliance of the construction for homes, dollar value, covenants, park dedication, drainage comments from the Watershed District and PCA and Soil Conservation Service, road surfacing, Calmut intersection, erosion control and association fees and their control. Motion by Larson to approve the Final P.U.D. for Windsong with the following: 1. All vehicular driving surfaces shall be either blacktopped or of concrete construction. 2. All paddock areas shall be dustproofed by whatever means necessary as required by the City Zoning Officer. This may include additional plantings to prevent wind erosion. 3. All horses kept in the barn shall be owned at least in part by a resident in the development. 4. The paddock areas shall be used mainly for exercise and showing of animals for potential sale. 5. No horses shall be fed or groomed outside the barn. Drinking water may be provided. 6. There shall be no other shelters of any kind for horses on the entire Windsong development other than the barn as shown on the final plans. (612) 447.4230 4629 DAKOTA STREET S.E. P.O. BOX 359 PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 7. The paddock areas must be groomed as deemed necessary by the Zoning Officer to keep them manure free, and to produce a good visual impression. 8. The horse density of the paddock areas must be limited to maintain a grass cover. 9. Weeds shall be sprayed, cut, - r emoved from all fence lines, the paddock and landscaped areas. 10. The death of any shrub, or tree which is part of the land- scaping plan for the equestrian area shall be replaced in the growing season of death. 11. 'Phe barn, its accessory building and fencing for the paddock ,:teas shall be maintained in good condition; any broken parts all be immediately replaced, and painted or stained once eery five years or as required by the Zoning Officer. 12. fsere shall be no outside storage of manure or any other parts, pieces, items, feed, tools or equipment which is used for the equestrian operation. 13. All lights from the equestrian operation shall be directed internally. 14. All noise resulting from the equestrian operation which is deemed objectionable as determined by the Zoning Officer shall be muffled or controlled. 15. Any malodorous gas resulting from the equestrian operation as determined by the Zoning Officer shall be remedied by whatever means necessary. 16. The requirements of both the Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Soil and Water Conservation District be implemented prior to placing any horses on the site. 17. The requirements of the City Engineer be incorporated into the plans and specification for utility construction. 18. The barn and its smaller accessory facility shall not be con- structed until 50% of the lots in the subdivision have been sold. 19. Alternative uses of the barn and its accessory building may be those uses which are permitted and conditional in the R -1 District. 20. The Park Dedication be land or cash as set by Staff. 21. The maximum number of horses boarded in the barn shall be 96. seconded by Felix. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. At this time a 3 minute recess was called. The meeting reconvened at 8:51 P.M. Item II, Dan Metzger, variance continuation. Mr. & Mrs. Metzger were present to answer questions. City Planner Graser commented that the applicant was to submit a building envelope for hoth lots as requested at the last Planning Commission meeting. Mr. Metzger stated that a neighborhood meeting took place and it was agreed that the Poquette's would buy the west 10' of Lot 21 and the Hall's would buy the east 30' of Lot 20, therefore making the Metzger Lot 53 ft. wide. From the newly created Lot Mr. Metzger is requesting a 5' side yard variance. The house having a 105' :Lakeshore setback. Mr. Hall stated that with the new W.timely purchase of the lot he would like to see a tax moratorium for his 30 feet. City Planner Graser stated that Mr. Hall should contact the County. Also, there is no objection to the proposed variance and the lot split can be expedited by process of Resolution 78 -21. Motion by Larson to grant a 5' east side variance for the proposed 53' Metzger lot in Eastwood provided that the parties complete the process in Resolution 78 -21 and staff approval is granted to that replatting and the home is constructed and located on the lot in conformance with the drawings submitted, seconded by Felix. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Item III, North American Communications Systems, Inc. Conditional Use and Variance. Mr. Tom Herdt representative was present to answer questions. Mr. Herdt commented that the proposed property site will be purchased contingent upon Planning Commission approval. The site will have a 12 X 20' wood building, two 15' satellite dishes and a 125' tower all enclosed with a security fence, the entrances over an easement on Highway 13. This use will keep the natural state of the property without much disturbance in construction. City Planner Graser commented per memorandum dated January 16, 1984. Mr. Graser commented that Charles Tooker, City Consulting Planner, felt the site needed additional plantings of 15 -20 pine trees to the south and east and sumac along the school property line. At this time input was given from the audience. Douglas St. Aubin, 5401 Centennial St., had concerns over the effect this facility would have on the natural environment of the site and T.V. reception. Mr. Herdt stated that the only part fenced in would be the anchor points, building and dishes and there hasn't been much of a problem with reception to T.V.'s in other areas with cable. Manny Russo stated that all the people in the neighborhood were not con- tacted. I live across from the cemetery my neighbor called and asked me if I got something in the mail. That's why there is only a small turnout. As a resident of the community we have the right as any other in the community. It was turned down by group of people on the hill and it was turned dowel by the school board, I'm not speaking as a school board member but I am one. Lawrence Wild and others built our homes where there is country. When there is a lot of kids their curosity is aroused. About a year ago a young student climbed over a fence and got electrocuted. Kids will climb anything if it looks tempting. We are slowly being surrounded by businesses. The tower is only so high but we don't like it. It won't stop any encroachment in the area. There are no guarantees. Most towers like this are put out in the country farther. Jim Simon, 5366 Centennial St., stated that he would rather have a tower then other commercial, and /or 11. or 12 condo's next door. How long would the tower stay in this location was a question he had but was very much in favor of the tower. Mr. Herdt stated he really couldn't put a time on it but probably 15 to 25 years. The Planning Commissioners had concerns over security, fencing, light- ing, red light on top, access, fee ownership or title, lightning and future use. Sig Hogan, who has been in the tower construction business for about 30 years now, stated that he does not know of any problems with lightn- ing but soil is a very important factor. Motion by Roseth to approve the Conditional Use Permit and a 90' height variance for North American Communications Systems, Inc. because the facility will act as a good transition between the commercial and residential areas adjacent to it and will not be detrimental to the general health and welfare of the community and approved upon the following contingencies: 1. Staff's recommendation regarding tree planting and landscaping be met. 2. The natural surroundings be left undisturbed. 3. There is proper security lighting near the building and on top of the antenna. 4. All the anchors be fenced in. 5. The land not be subdivided while under the ownership of North American Communications Systems, Inc. seconded by Larson. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Discussion followed concerning the retreat of the City Staff and Council. The Planning Commissioners requested City Planner Graser write a Memo to the City Council requesting attendance of the Planning Commissioners if any topic was pertinent to the Planning Commissioners. Motion by Roseth to adjourn the January 19, 1984 Planning Commission meeting seconded by Larson. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. The meeting adjourned at 10:25 P.M. CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PLANNING COMMISSION - AGENDA - January 5, 1984 7:30 P.M. 7:35 P.M. 8:00 P.M. Call to order DAN METZGER JOHN FITZGERALD VARIANCE(Cont.) P.U.D. STATUS REVIEW (612) 447.4230 4629 DAKOTA STREET S.E. P.O. BOX 359 PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PLANNING CO ?tMISSION - AGENDA REPORT - January 5, 1984 DAN METZGER - VARIANCE CONTINUATION: This item is a continuation of two weeks ago. Staff has made copies of proposal and topos which are attached. Mr. Metzger contacted staff and informed them that a survey was being prepared and a compromised house location. The survey was not complete at the time of this mailing and will be presented by Mr. Metzger at the meeting on January 5, 1984. JOHN FITZGERALD - P.U.D. STATUS REVIEW: Mr. Fitzgerald received preliminary P.U.D.. approval by the Planning Commission on December 16, 1982. The ordinance requires the Planning Commission to review each P.U.D. once a year for progress and report to the City Council. The 2.5 acre P.U.D. includes one three story 18 unit condo building. To date the project has not been started. The primary reason for the review is to ensure compliance to the conditions of the P.U.D. and to determine if conditions and land development patterns in the area have adversely affected the P.U.D.. Staff will make a pre- sentation on this matter. (612) 447.4230 4629 DAKOTA STREET S.E. P.O. BOX 369 PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PLANNING COMMISSION - MINUTES - January 5, 1984 The January 5, 1984 meeting of the Prior Lake Planning Commission was called to order by Chairman Arnold at 7:30 P.M. Present were Commissioners Loftus, Larson, Roseth, Felix and City Planner Craser. The minutes of the previous meeting were reviewed. Motion by Roseth to approve the minutes as presented, seconded by Felix. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Item I, Dan Metzger variance continuation. Mr. & Mrs. Metzger were present to answer questions. City Planner Graser reviewed and brought everyone up to date. Mr. Metzger stated the reason for his variance is "hardship ". The value of property in today's market is too high for one home to be built on two lots and the proposed house is back 95' from the 904 elevation which is in ordinance. Skip Reebie, representative for the contractor, stated that percentage wise Mr. Metzger can't go any higher to qualify for a loan, therefore, one house on two lots is unreasonable. Frank Muelken, Attorney for the Poquette's, (wAo are abutting property owners) stated that they are requesting a variance denial unless the proposed house is repositioned. Judy Hall abutting property owner stated that the proposed house would obstruct their view and is requesting repositioning the house, also the lift station in, this area was set up to service 6 homes but there are 5 now and it is constantly ringing. What will happen if 2 more homes are proposed for the two lots? Karen Algren, Poquette's daughter, stated that the area is the most beautiful on the lake,therefore, both lots should have one house to be consistent with the area and the lift station is a problem. Discussion followed regarding the "Grandfather Clause" and "Substandard Lots ". (612) 447.4230 4629 DAKOTA STREET S.E. P.O. BOX 359 PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 The Planniur, Commissioners had several concerns: 1. Hardship for applicant. 2. Changes on new survey. 3. Lift Station. 4. Area terrain. 5. Location of house & lot affecting Lot 21. 6. Blocked views. 7. Harmoniously development with the area. Motion by Roseth to approve the 4.75 foot side yard variance from the east and west property lines for Lot 20 Eastwood due to the extremely long lot. Motion died for lack of second. Discussion followed with the Planning Commissioners. Motion by Larson to deny the 4.75 foot side yard variance from the east and west property lines for Lot 20 Eastwood since no sufficient hardship was shown by the applicant, seconded by Felix. Upon a vote taken, Larson & Felix voted aye, Roseth & Arnold voted naye, Loftus abstention. Motion did not carry. Discussion followed with the Planning Commissioners. Motion by Roseth to continue the variance application for Dan Metzger to January 19, 1984 at 8:30 P.M., to allow the property owner to bring in a building envelope for Lots 20 and 21, seconded by Felix. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Item II, John Fitzgerald, P.U.D. Status Review for property adjacent to County Road 21 the Wagon Bridge and Quincy Street. Mr. Fitzgerald was present to answer questions. City Planner Graser commented that the only changes done have been minor, which were recommended by Staff. Staff recommends continuation of this P.U.D. for another year. Mr. Fitzgerald reviewed and commented on the P.U.D. stating that due to the economy work will not start until later this year or next, therefore a continuation is requested. Motion by Rosetb to reaffirm and approve a continuation for John Fitzgerald's P.U.D. abutting County Road 21, the Wagon Bridge and Quincy Street for one year, seconded by Felix. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Motion by Loftus to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting, seconded by Felix. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. The meeting adjourned at 9:11 P.M.