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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1981 June Planning Commission MinutesCITY OF PRIOR LAKE NOTICE OF A MEETING OF THE PRIOR LAKE PLANNING COMMISSION Thursday, June 18, 1981 7:30 P.M. Council Chambers AGENDA 7:30 Call to order 7:35 Fred Schweich Rezoning 8:15 Wes Green Harbor W 8:45 Ed Birdsong Rezoning 9:30 Mike Gair Rezoning 10:00 James Harris Variance (612) 447. 4230 4629 DAKOTA STREET S.E. P.O. SOX 359 PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 W CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PRIOR LAKE PLANNING COMMISSION - MINUTES - .JUNE. 18th, 1981 The June 18, 1981 meeting of the Prior Lake Planning Commission was called to order at 7:30 PM by Chairman Fitzgerald. Present at the meeting were Commissioners Wilker, Arnold, Fitzgerald, Foster, City Planner Graser and Councilman Bissonett. Commissioner Roseth was absent. The minutes of the previous meeting were reviewed. Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold to approve the minutes as written, seconded by Commissioner Wilker. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. At this time Councilman Bissonett excused himself from participation in the hearing as he is directly involved. 'tem I, a Public Hearing for a rezoning request by Fred Schweich was called to order at 7:35 PM.. r. & Mrs. Schweich, their Attorney Mr. Moriarty and Mike Felix of Progress Design Service were present at the meeting to answer questions. City Planner Graser made a presentation to the Commission as per his memorandum dated June 18, 1981. Mr. Graser noted that the request is for the rezoning of a parcel of land containing 4.4 acres from R -1 to R -2, medium density. The buildable area consists of about 1.6 acres as a large portion of the parcel is encompassed by a drainage area or wet area which is not suitable for development. He noted that the single family development would be restricted to four lots, two lots on Green Heights Trail and two on Spring Avenue. The density under R -2 zoning is nine or ten units depending on the amount of credit given for low land. City Planner Graser stated that it was Staff's feeling that there is a surplus of R -1 zoned property in Prior Lake and the demand for higher density and attached housing is ever increas- ing, however, sensitivity to existing development must be shown, therefore, it was Staff's recommendation to deny this request in the best interest of the City. At this time Mr. Moriarty, attorney for the applicants commented on the request. Comments were also made by Mike Felix, the consulting developer. Input from the audience members was called for by Chairman Fitzgerald. Chairman Fitzgerald read two letters received by the Planning Commission with regard to this hearing. One letter was from Norm Erickson, Award /Edina Realty in favor of the rezoning, the other letter was from residents of the neighborhood, Mr. & Mrs. Randy Mcl4illiams and Mr. & Mrs. Bradley Lein stating they were opposed to the rezoning of this property. Other input was given by Mr. Tom Sylvester of Roanoke Street, he stated he would be opposed to this rezoning he also read a pe- _ee ¢¢tion received from neighbors who were also opposed to this request. Those people were . & Mrs. Robert Reimers, Nathan and Sara Anderson, Mr. & Mrs. Ed Lueders and Edna Maxwell. This petition was made part of the record. Mr. Gary Pitschka of Roanoke Street was opposed (612) 447 -4230 4629 DAKOTA STREET S.E. PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 Planning Commission, Minutes Page two this request. Others stating they were opposed were: Dick Busse, Bill Richards, Robert FN rreussler, Joan Bradley, ail of the Green Heights neighborhood. Their main concerns were more people in the area and traffic increasing in the area. Mrs. Betty Scherer stated she would be in favor of the rezoning. The Planning Commissioners discussed this item. Commissioner Foster stated it was his feelings that consideration should be given to the developer as well as the home owners in the area; Commissioner Arnold felt that at this time he would have to be inclined to go along with the feelings of the home owners in the neighborhood, Commissioner Wilker questioned the number of units possible with R -1 or R -2 zoning. Chairman Fitzgerald questioned whether this lot had been addressed with regard to the overall Prior Lake drainage Plan. The Planning Commissioners questioned whether the developer would be willing to submit some type of plans showing exactly what type of homes would be going on the parcel, they felt that this would be benefical to the neighbors as well as the Planning Commission and the developer. Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold to table this public hearing to July 16, 1981 at 7:35` -: P.M., seconded by Commissioner Foster. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Item II, a continuation of a Public Hearing on Harbor West was called to order by Chairman Fitzgerald. Mr. Wes Green and Mr. James Hill were present at the meeting to answer questions.' City Planner Graser commented on this request. He noted that the Public Hearing is for Pre - liminary approval of this plat. Mr. Graser stated that in reviewing the road access from the plat onto County Road 42 with Mr. Green, Mr. Hill and the City Engineer, Larry Anderson it -ss found to be in the best interest for the current development and future road purposes A i serve the property to the west. Mr. Graser also noted that the drainage problem had been resolved between himself and City Engineer Anderson. City Engineer Anderson has requested that street_ sections be supplied by Mr. Hill. These have been submitted. Mr. Graser also addressed the sewer location. Mr. James Hill commented on this request. He commented on the location of the sewer being A to the back of the lots rather than in the street. City Planner Graser commented on Park Dedication for this parcel. He noted that a portion of this development has paid park dedication in the original Harbor P.U.D. However, a portion of this development would have to pay park dedication, this will be determined by the City Park Director, Bill Mangan. The Planning Commissioners discussed this item. Commissioner Wilker stated that he could see no reason not to approve the request. Commissioners Arnold and Foster found no problem with this request either. Chairman Fitzgerald questioned whether one of the lots would be used for back lot access for the west property. Chairman Fitzgerald called for a motion to grant preliminary approval of Harbor West Subdivisions subject to the following: 1) Arrival at a mutual park dedication fee payable by the developer to the City of Prior Lake; 2) the lots will be used strickly for individual one family ownership with no lake access for other lots being permitted, seconded by Commissioner Foster. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold to adjourn the public hearing for Harbor West, seconded Commissioner Foster. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Item III, a Public Hearing for rezoning by Ed Birdsong was called to order by Chairman Fitzgeral4 Mr. Birdsong was present at the meeting. Planning Commission Minutes page three City Planner Graser made a presentation to the Commission as per his memorandum dated June 18, 1981. Mr. Graser noted that the request was for the rezoning of a parcel of land immediately northeast of Park Avenue and Cates Street from R -1 to R -2. Staff made a recommendation for approval of this request. Mr. Birdsong commented on this request. He noted that he has no plans for building this year but his plans are for constructing town homes on this property. Input from the audience members was taken at this time. Those people commenting were as follows: Mr. Tom Sylvester of Roanoke Street, Mr. Pruessler of Park Avenue and Mr. Wilson of Park Avenue their concerns were traffic and the added number of people in the area. The Planning Commissioners discussed this item. Commissioner's Wilker and Arnold felt that this area should remain at single family R -1 zoning. Chairman Fitzgerald questioned future road access. He felt that this was zoned R -1 for the'specific reason of being sensitive to the neighborhood and to be able to run the higher density off of Cates Street. He felt that this R -1 zoning should remain. Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold to deny the rezoning request from R -1 to R -2, seconded by Commissioner Wilkey. Upon a vote taken the motion was passed with Commissioner Foster voting ney. Motion was made Commissioner Arnold to adjourn the public hearing for rezoning, seconded by Commissioner Foster. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. C l em IV, a rezoning request by Willow Lane Properties was called to order. Present at the meeting were Mr. Tom Steffan of Willow Lane Properties and Mike Gair, the consultant for Willow Lane Properties. City Planner Graser made a presentation to the Commissioners regarding this item. He noted that staff received a petition from Willow Lane Properties to rezone 64 acres of land pre- sently zoned R -1 to a combination of B -1, B -2, B -3 and R -3..as per his memorandum dated June 18, , 1981. Staff recommended to eliminate the commercial zoning from this proposal and would recom mend an R -3 zoning for this portion of the land. Staff also noted tnat if the R -3 zoning is granted, the planning commission must then hold the necessary public hearings to amend the comprehensive plan for the requested site. At this time Chairman Fitzgerald asked that the drawings submitted be marked as Exhibits A -D, Mr. Gair commented on this request. He commented on the different sections of the parcel and the requested zoning. Chairman Fitzgerald questioned whether there should be any business in this subdivision. Mr. Graser stated that if this were to be handled under a P.U.D. format, staff would be willing to consider a certain amount of commercial development. He also stated that it might Le possible under conventional zoning, a business area coiild be incorporated in the development. Input was taken from the audience members at this time. Those commenting were Marge Jorgenson of the Spring Lake area; qtr. Fritz Hannaman of Green Heights Trail questioned whether there � uld be access onto Per =?ling Street. Mr. Gair stated that there would be no direct access ; f of Pershing although reyfus Avenue will connect with Pershing Street in the future. Mr. Tom Sylvester of Roanoke treet commented. Planning Commission Minutes Page four The Planning Commissioners discussed this item, their main concerns were whether a greater density residential use would be appropriate for the 45 acre parcel; they questioned whether the ponding area should be considered in the 45 acres to arrive at a density. The planning commissioner's felt that a greater density zoning would be appropriate for this parcel. They also discussed commercial use for this property. They discussed road access from Highway 13, there would be one access from Five Hawks Avenue and one additional access. The chair called for a motion to approve the rezoning request for Prior View on the following basis: t:.at we have a residential parcel as per exhibit "C" which would constitute approx- imately 35 acres to contain a maximum of 450 units zoned under R -3 density; with a buffer of B -1 zoning along the southeasterly side running to a B -3 strip along Highway 13 to the full length of Highway 13 which would be a strip approximately 250' for B -3 zoning buffering back to the B -1 and R -3; the B -3 zone will be approximately 1300' running southwesterly from Five Hawks Avenue with approximately 300' of B -1 running to the adjacent property edge moved by Commissioner Foster, seconded by Commissioner Arnold. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold to adjourn the public hearing, seconded by Commissioner Wilker. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Item V, a variance continuation by James Harris was called to order by Chairman Fitzgerald. Mr. Harris was present at the meeting to answer questions. Mr. Harris read a letter to the Planning Commission regarding this variance request. The letter stated that Mr. Harris is requesting a 3.6' set back from the north property line 8.0' set back from the south. The letter went on to state that if the Planning Commissio MW would not grant this requested variance the house could be reduced in width by another 1!6" without abandoning the design this alternative would suggest side set back of 8.0' on the south and 5.0' on the north. 4r. Warras, the adjoining property owner to the south commented on this request. He questioned . the elevation for building on this lot and whether or not fill would have to be added on this lot. Mr. Harris stated that he would need to add about one and a half feet of fill to bring this lot to the 910 elevation for the existing floor level, more fill would have to be added to the rear of the lot. Mr. Warras questioned drainage from the lot if this fill is added. The Planning Commissioner's discussed this item. It was the feelings of the Planning Commis -' sioner's that the revised proposal for a 5.0' setback from the north property line and a 8.0' set back from the south property line would be in line with precedence that has been set in the neighborhood. Motion was made by Chairman Fitzgerald to grant a 2' side yard variance from the south property,. line and a 5' side ,yard set back on the north side of Lot 2, Kneafsey's Cove for James D. Harris in conjunction with a set of building plans marked Exhibit A; a proper drainage plan being established between Lots 2 8 3 as per approval by City Engineer and Staff, seconded by Commissioner Wilker. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting, seconj: by Commissioner Wilker. Upon a 'Vote taken, the motion was duly passed and the meeting was adjourn- ed at 11:35 F.M. VRIOR fAKE PLANNING COMMISSION -AGENDA- June 4th. 1981 7:30 P.M. CALL TO ORDER 7:35 P. M. WES GREEN Public Hearing - Preliminary Plat_ EASTWOOD 8:15 P.M. WES GREEN Public Hearing - Preliminary Plat HARBOR WEST 8:40 P.M. DAVID RISCHMILLER Variance 8:50 P.M. KENNETH BLUEDORN Variance 9:00 P.M. LUIS TERCERO Variance 9:10 P.M, NATHAN ANDERSON Variance 9:20 P.M. JAMES D. HARRIS Variance (612) 447.4230 4629 DAKOTA STREET S.E. P.O. BOX 359 PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 65372 V , l PRIOR LAKE PLANNING COMMISSION - MINUTES- JUNE 4, 1981 The June 4, 1981 meeting of the Prior Lake Planning Commission was called to order by Chairman Fitzgerald at 7:30 P.M. Present at the meeting were Commissioners Foster, Fitzgerald, Wilker, Roseth and Consulting Planner Charles Tooker. Councilman Bissonett and Commissioner Arnold were absent. The Minutes of the May 21st, 1981 meeting of the Prior Lake Planning Commission were reviewed. Motion was made by Commissioner Roseth to approve the minutes as written, seconded by Commissioner Foster. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Item I, the Public Hearing for Eastwood Preliminary Plat was called to order by Chairman Fitzgerald. Mr. James Hill and Mr. Wes Green were present at the meeting to answer questions Mr. Tooker gave a presentation to the Planning Commission as per Staff's memorandum date.' June 4, 1981. He noted that the request entails the division of Tract 0 $ P RLS #1 into four lots. Staff's recommendation was for preliminary approval contingent upon the following 1) Erosion control must be implemented immediately upon disturbance of existing ground cover 2) Park dedication be paid as established by Park Director Bill Mangan; 3) The 15' utility easement be enlarged to 20' for Tract A$B; and 4) Grading plan be provided and approved by staff. At this time Mr. Hill commented on this request, he noted that there would be no problem enlarging the 15' utility easement to 20' with regards to setbacks and lot size. He noted that each individual lot would have its own grading plan as per placement of the home on the lot-with protection for the adjacent lots with regard to erosion. Input was taken from the audience members. Those commenting were Ed Feiker of Pixie Point Circle, his concern was drainage from the lots on to the street and into the lake. Mr. Dan Duoos of Pixie Point Circle commented on the Eastwood Beach Association. The Planning Commissioners discussed this item. Commissioner Roseth questioned whether the existing garage on Pixie Point Circle would remain. Mr. Green stated that it would. They felt that if the recommendation made by staff was met, they could see no problems with the plat. Motion was made by Commissioner Foster to approve the Preliminary Plat of Eastwood contingent upon 1) Erosion control be implemented immediately upon disturbance of the existing ground cover; 2) Park dedication be paid as established by the nark director; 3) the 15' utility easement be enlarged to 20' for Tracts A$B;g A grading plans be provided -& approved 'V* staff at a time that is mutually agreeable to the developer as well as staff showing proper drainage for new and existing homes, seconded by Commissioner Wilker. (612) 447.4230 4629 DAKOTA STREET S.E. P.O. BOX 359 PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 Page two Planning Commission Minutes. Chairman Fitzgerald felt that the motion should address the easement across Tract E for cooperative use amoung the neighbors. Amended by Commissioner Foster, seconded by Commissioner Roseth. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed as amended. Motion was made Commissioner Roseth to adjourn the public hearing on Eastwood, seconded by Commissioner Wilker. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Chairman Fitzgerald called for an eight minute recess. The Planning Commission meeting was reconvened at S:1S P.M. Item II, a Public Hearing on Harbor West was called to order by Chairman Fitzgerald. Present at the meeting were Mr. James Hill and Mr. Wes Green. Mr. Tooker commented on this request for preliminary plat approval as per staff's memorandum dated June 4,1981. Mr. Tooker noted that the proposed plat calls for the platting of four single family lots. Lots 1 -3 meet the requirements for size and width. Lot 4 is in the flood plain and would require large amounts of fill, also the 75' lakeshore set back could not be met on this lot and would require a 35' variance. He noted that the temporary cul- de -sac should be eliminated and provisions made for through traffic. Staff felt that the area to the west should be addressed as to potential development in terms of traffic circu- lation and utilities. Staff also recommended that storm water management be addressed. Mr. James Hill commented on this request. He addressed staff's concerns stating that an individual drainage and grading plan would be submitted with each lot. He stated that the property to the west does have access against a public road with sewer and water along Conroy Street. He also noted that a swimming pool and tennis courts would be built with membership available to the homeowners for use. He noted that an easement along the north line of Lot 1 in the slope easement of the highway for the potential future pedestrian. pathway. He stated that the storm water management plan will accompany the petition for sanitary sewer, water and drainage for the site and will be worked out with the City Engineer, He also addressed Lot 4 as to drainage and fill. Input was taken from the audience. Mr. Mike Ryan of 6442 Conroy Street commented on this request. He stated his concern about drainage and elevations on Lot 4. He also questioned what the development of the property to the west would be. The Planning Commissioners discussed this request. They questioned utility service to the plat and the land to the west. There were also questions regarding the fill needed on lot 4 and drainage from the lot. Chairman Fitzgerald stated that he would like to see a more detailed overall plan of the area. He was also concerned about the access onto County Road 42. It was his feeling that this item should be tabled. At this time Mr. James Hill commented. He stated that at this time the developer was not in a position to submit an overall plan with regards to the property to the west. It is unknown what will be developed on the land. Commissioner Wilker stated that he felt it should not be necessary for the developer to have to submit a complete plat on the adjoining property. He felt that at this time the drain• age of lot 4 should be addressed. V A motion was made by Commissioner Roseth to table this request to June 18, 1981 at 8:15 P.M. in order to receive the City Engineer's recommendations with regard to the location of the road and comments on the outcome of his conversation with the County Engineer as to access from County Road 42 and utilities, seconded by Commissioner Foster. Upon a vote taken, the motion was passed. Commissioner Wilker noted ney. Page three Planning Commission minutes. Item III, a variance continuation by David Rischmiller was called to order. Mr. & Mrs. Rischmiller were present at the meeting. Mr. Tooker commented on this request. He stated that Mr. Rischmiller is requesting a side yard variance of 3'. This variance was continued to allow Mr. Rischmiller to submit a plan for a garage stall addition rather than a lean to as originally requested by Mr. Rischmiller as per the recommendation of the Planning Commission. Mr. Rischmiller stated that the addition exterior would be the same as the existing home. Motion was made by Commissioner Fo,.cer to approve the request for a 3' side yard variance for an addition to the existing garage keeping the construction the same as the existing garage and that this addition be built in conformance with the submitted drawing which has been marked Exhibit A, seconded by Commissioner Wilker. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Item IV, a variance request by Kenneth Bluedorn was called to order. Mr. 4 Mrs. Bluedorn were present at the meeting to answer questions. Mr. Tooker commented on this request. He noted that the applicant is requesting to build an enclosed porch on the lake side of their home. The variance is determined by averaging the set backs of the adjacent structures then subtracting the required set back. The variance required would be 26'. Staff recommendation was to approve the request. Mr. F, Mrs. Bluedorn made no comments but stated that they would answer questions from the Commissioners. The Planning Commissioners discussed this item. They could see no problem with the request. Chairman Fitzgerald requested that the drawing submitted be marked Exhibit A. Motion was made by Commissioner Foster to approve the variance request as per the attached Exhibit A, seconded by Commissioner Roseth. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed, { { Item V, a variance request by Luis Tercero was called to order. Mr. Tercero was present at the meeting to answer questions. Mr. Tooker made a presentation regarding this request. He noted that the application is to consider a S' side yard variance for Lots 3$4, Costello's Addition. The applicant is pro- posing to add a 20' x 22' addition to the rear of the existing garage. Staff recommended approval of the request since the building orientation is garage to garage with adjacent lot The extension of the existing garage would not be detrimental to adjacent property values.'':': Mr. Tercero did not comment on this request but stated that he would answer questions. The Planning Commissioners discussed this item. They found no problems with the request. Chairman Fitzgerald requested that the drawing submitted be marked as Exhibit A. Motion was made by Commissioner Foster to approve the variance as requested in accordance with the attached Exhibit A, seconded by Commissioner Roseth. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Ot Page four Planning Commission Minutes Item VI, a variance request by Nathan Anderson was called to order. Mr. g Mrs. Anderson were present at the meeting to answer questions. Mr. Tooker made a presentation to the Commission. He noted that the request is for a 3' side yard variance for Lot 3, Spring Brook Park. The applicant is proposing to build an addition onto the existing home. Staff made a recommendation to approve the request since it would not be detrimental to the general health and welfare of the public. Mr. Anderson did not comment on this request but stated he would answer questions from the Planning Commissioners. The Planning Commissioners commented on this request. They questioned whether this addition would be in accordance with the existing exterior of the home. Mr. Anderson stated that they will be residing the entire home. Commissioner Roseth questioned the roof line. Mr. Anderson stated that they would be peaking the flat roof. The Commissioners found no problem . with this request. Chairman Fitzgerald requested that the drawing submitted be marked as Exhibit A. Motion was made by Commissioner Roseth to approve the 3' side yard variance for Lot 3, Spring Brook Park as per Exhibit A and as stated by the applicant, the entire building will be resided and uniform, seconded by Commissioner Foster. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. l Item VII, a variance request by Mr. James Harris was called to order by Chairman Fitzgerald. Mr. Fitzgerald read a letter for the record that was received by Mr. Graser from Mr. $ Mrs. Kenneth Warras. The letter stated that they were opposed to the variance request. Mr. Tooker made a presentation to the Commission. He stated that the request is for a 4' side yard variance from the north property line and a 4.5' side yard variance from the south property line for Lot 2, Kneafsey's Cove. There is an existing home on the lot but it is scheduled to be moved to another portion of the City. The applicant is proposing to construct a new single family home. Staff recommendation was to deny the request since no hardship exists nor is the property unique. Staff recommended a 2' variance from the north property line due to precedence established in earlier cases. Mr. Harris commented on this request and answered questions from the Planning Commissioners, Mr. Harris stated that he would be willing to shift the house to the north two feet away fro the Warras residence. The Planning Commissioners discussed this item. Commissioner Foster asked Mr. Tooker what the variance precedence of the neighborhood has been. He stated that there have been two foot variances granted in the past. At this time Mr. Warras commented on this request as per the letter he wrote to the Planning Commission. Commissioner Wilker asked Mr. Harris if it would be to his advantage to place the home away from Mr. Warras as to gather more sun light being that it does have solor collectors. Commissioner Roseth stated that he is opposed to granting a large variance on either side, he felt that the variance should be the minimum as set by precedence in the neighborhood. Chairman Fitzgerald suggested tabling this request to allow the applicant time to submit a new plan for placement on the lot. Page Five Planning Commission Minutes Motion was made by Commissioner Wilker to table this request to June 18, 1981 at 10:00 P.M. seconded by Commissioner Foster. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed. Motion was made by Commissioner Roseth to adjourn the Prior Lake Planning Commission meeting seconded by Commissioner Wilker. Upon a vote taken, the motion was duly passed and the meeting was adjourned at 10:06 P.M. ,10