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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1978 March Planning Commission MinutesCITY OF PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 PRIOR LIKE PLANNING COMMISSION March 16, 1978 AGENDA: 1. 7:30 PM J.C. Kohlrusch - Rezoning Request a . b. 2. 7:45 PM Mary Eggum - Public Hearing a. b. 3. 8:15 PM Ron Schmidt - Public Hearing b. 4. Elect Vice Chairman a. b. THE CENTER OF LAKE COUNTRY CITY OF PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 PRIOR LAKE PLANNING COMMISSION March 16, 1978 Agenda Report 1. 7:30 PM J.C. Kohlrusch - Rezoning Request The applicant is requesting a zoning change from I -1 to A -1 for a portion of the E 'z of the SW ', of Section 21, Township 115, Range 22. It would be ideal if the applicant could wait until the Comprehensive plan is completed. But the owner has requested a hearing as soon as possible. Recommend to hold a public hearing to amend the zoning map April 20th at 7:45 PM. 2. 7:45 PM Mary Eggum - Public Hearing - Subdivision The Eggum parcel is a difficult piece to develop because of its limited access points and severe topography. There were several options considered by the developer and staff with the attached proposal having staff preference. Although there are some conditions that have tobemet in order for this plat to gain preliminary plat approval from staff. 1. Grade - The proposed grade for one portion of the road (from small cul -de -sac to bottom of hill) is 9.6% which is extremely steep for residential areas. In this case people living on the two cul -de -sacs could not get a run at the hill. Staff has proposed the extension of the road through lot 14 then intersecting with Oak Ridge Circle. The developer seems agreeable but Al Steiner wants a substantial sum for the right of way. Staff will not approve the 9.6% slope. An alternative would be to cut the top of the hill which would mean eliminating many stands of trees. 2. Sight Distance in front of lot 18 and 19 is poor. Staff requests one driveway to service both lots. 3. Lot 6 is only 78' in width. 4. Ponding and storm sewer distribution system is not mentioned. 5. Street names are not included. 6. There is no water report as to the feasibility of connecting to an existing sewer and water system. 7. Square footage of the lots are not included. In order fot staff to render a professional opinion additional information is requested. Recommend tabling this item. THE CENTER OF LAKE COUNTRY 3. 8:15 PM Ron Schmidt - Public Hearing Subdivision. The subdivision consists of four lots all meeting the minimun lot size requirement. All lots meet the minimum 80' width at the 25` setback. All adjacent streets are paved with services and utilites installed. Existing stubs are - S & W to lot 1; two sewer stubs to lot 2; neither sewer or water to lot 3 or 4. Before final plat approval is given the installation costs and who is to pay for them must be determined. Recommend preliminary approval. k CITY OF PRIOR LAKE, IVINNESOTA 5537:2 PRIOR LAKE PLANNING CON? iION March 16, 1978 The meeting of the Mardi 16, 1978 Prior Lake Planning Commission was called to order at 7 :30 PM by Chairman Thorkelson. Members present were Commissioners Houts, Speiker, .Johnson and Ci Planner Graser. The minutes of the March 2, 1978 Planning Commission were changed to read (4th paragraph - stipulations on Rollie Thieli: property) stipulation n2: The sewer and water hook ups be private with 20' easement in front of the townhomes. Motion was made to approve the mii 'es as amended by Speiker seconded by Hunts and upon a vote taken motion duly passed. The resignation of Burl Houts was accepted by Chairman Thorkelson. First item on the agenda was a rezoning request for Mr. J.C. Kohlrusch. The applicant is requesting a zoning change from I -- to A -1 for a portion of the E 'z of the SW % of Section 21, Township 115 Range 22. The owner has requested a public hearing as soon as possible. Motion was made by Speiker to hold a public hearing to amend the zoning map on April 20, 1976 at 7:45 PM seconded by Johnson and upon a vote taken motion duly passed. Second item on the agenda was a public hearing for Mr_ Mary Eggum. Graser gave a brief description of the parcel involved. The meeting was then opened to the public. Mrs. Bluedorn asked he,. many homes would be built in the area. The developer replied 26. Mr. Ike Rygalo asked exactly what the hearing was for. Mr. Graser gave an explanation of the subdivision pro- ceedings. Mrs. Bluedorn raised a question on the topography of Highway 13 and people having direct access to it. Mr. Rygalo also commented on how hard= it.i9; to get onto Highway 13 at this particular spot. Mr. Eggum stated that he had not checked with the highway department as of yet. Mr. Rygalo asked what would happen to the large natural ponding area. Planner Graser stated that the pond would remain in its natural state. Mr. Rygalo stated that in the summer the ponding area smells quite bad and he would hate to see any more storm sewer going in there. Mr. William Nelson asked if that pond could have an overflow pipe. Planner Graser stated that an overflow could be put in. Mr. Nelson also stated that if the road proposed toward Oakridge Court goes in people will use it more than Fairlawn Shores Trail and the road toward Oakridge Court was not made to handle heavy traffic. Planner Graser stated that these people in Oakridge Court will not be assessed any additional money for the improvements made in Mr. Eggums subdivision. Mr. Nelson also asked if the watermains were of adequate size to handle the existing homes plus two more subdivisions. Mr. Graser stated that he was not able to answer THE CENTER OF LAAE COUNTRY that question. Mr. Rygalo asked if the duplex would be rental property. Mr. Graser replied yes, it ::ould be. Mr. Rygalo stated that he would be opposed to a duplex. Mr. Eggum stat.1 that one solution would be to take the storm water and put it into a _�.ib area and there would be no additional water runoff. Mr. Eggum also, stated that he has been working on this for about six months and wocid like to get going on it and he realizes it is a problem property. Mr. Graser � ted that if the road does not go through to Oakridge Court the hill and trees would have to be cut down and staff would not go along with that. There also is a problem with the grade. Mr. Eggum stated that the road is only about 200 feet long which anyone should be able to make up if they have a good start. Motion was made by }louts to table the public hearing until some of these problems can be resolved, seconded by Johnson and upon a vote taken, motion duly passed. The public hearing was scheduled to be continued on April 6, at 8:30 PM. Mr. Eggum asked the Planning Commission if they agreed with the concept of his subdivision. Mr. Johnson stated that the Planning Commission should not be the one to decide where the water should go. Speiker stated that conceptually, he was in favor of the developers plans but can see that there are problems that have to be worked out. It was Mated that Mr. Ron Swanson would take care of the feasibility of the water system in regard to connection to the present water system. Also, square footage of the lots should be included. The public hearing was closed at 8:45 PM. Next item was a public hearing for Mr. Ron Schmidt. Mr. Schmidt is proposing to subdivide a parcel of land on lot 2, Block 1, Hannen's 1st Addition. City Planner Graser gave a brief description of the parcel involved stating that the park dedication fee would be waived because of previous platting. Motion was made by Houts to grant preliminary approval of the plat as submitted seconded by Johnson and upon a vote taken motion duly passed. Motion was made by Houts to nominate Jim Speiker as vice chairman of the Planning Commission. Motion was seconded by Johnson and upon a vote taken ;notion duly passed. Motion was made by Houts to close the nominations seconded by Johnson and upon a vote taken motion duly passed. A vote was taken and all voted in favor of the nomination. Planner Graser then discussed the public hearing for the Comprehensive Plan. The public hearing will be sometime in May. Mr. Tooker and Planner Graser will have additional information for the Planning Commission before the meeting in May. v Speiker motioned to adjourn the meeting seconded by Johnson upon a vote eaken the meeting was adjourned at 10:00. AGENDA: A. 7:30 PM Nickelson - Request Public Hearing 1. B. 7:45 PM Ron Swanson - Public Hearing - Rollie Thieling 1. C. 8:00 PM Karen Kalal - Conditional Use Permit 1. D. 8:15 PM Discussion - Norbert Traxler on Twin Isles 1. E. 8:30 PM Scottland - Rezoning Request 1. F. 8:45 PM Leonard Tupa - Conditional Use Permit 1. THE CENTER OF LAKE COUNTRY CITY CK PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 1 F. \D REPOH'I 1. 7:30 PM - Public i ring Request The Nit !son's had their discussion meeting February 17, at whi- time the road dedication issue was raised. Staff has we ed with the Nickelson's and are confident this issue an be resolved. Recommend to hold a public hearing April :th at 7:45 PM. 2. 7:45 PM - Ron -.a anson - Public Nearing Ron Swanson is representing Rollie Thieling for a replat to develop townhomes. This parcel was previously rezoned to R -2 and a conditional use permit granted in September of 1977. The proposed plat is similar to the specifications listed in the conditional use permit and therefore in compliance. The proposal is a common one in townhouse developments. That is, it shows the exact location of the units with the remainder of the property belonging to an association comprised of the seven lot owners. The development meets the lot and yard set- back requirements of the zoning ordinance. Since the association covenants are extremely important from a City maintenance and installation standpoint, the following items should be clearly spelled out in the covenants. 1. The road easements must be to a public road. 2. The sewer system must remain private but with the following stipulations: a. The City have the right to flush the fire hydrant at the end of the line. b. The City have the right to turn individual water lin off. c. All repairs to utilities must be made to City specification. d. The covenants must be on file prior to obtaining hardshell. 3. 8:00 PM - Karen Kala1 - Conditional Use Permit The Kalal residence on Watersedge Trail NE is a 50' Lakeshore lot. The home is situated the long way on the lot with a two car detached garage. The apartment would be in the walkout basement of the home with the owner residing upstairs. Past actions show the Planning Commission looking favorably on owner occupied rentals. Including the two garage stalls a tot: of four parking spaces are provided. Recommend approval of permit on the following conditions: 1. The owner of the home reside in the home. 2. Sufficient off street parking be provided for the tenants. 3. Recommendations of the fire marshall be complied with. THE CENTER OF LAKE COUNTRY The social environment of the neighborhood is such that the proposed use would not be detrimental to that environment nor the property values of the neighborhood. Staff feels not every neighborhood is appropriate for owner occupied rental units. The test of compatability is staff's consistent application and evaluation of social and environmental forces in the neighborhood. 4. 8:15 PM Discussion on Twin Isles Staff has been receiving building permit inquiries for this island in Prior Lake. The island is zoned R -1 but the safe- guards not being adequate under that zone. Staff recommends an amendment to the zoning ordinance covering the development of islands. Staff suggests a moratorium on development until the subject can be studied and guidelines adopted. Discussion topics sewer, water, on land parking and municipal services. S. 8:30 PM Scottland - Rezoning Request Scottland is requesting a zoning change from R -1 to R -2 for Brooksville Hills 5th. Recommend to hold a special planning commission meeting March 23rd at 7:30 PM to consider this request. 6. 8:45 PM Leona Tupa - Conditional Use The applicant is requesting permission to rent the walkout portion of his one story rambler. The subject parcel is approximr.tely .75 acre and contiguous to Prior Lake. The owner has provided six off street parking spaces with two being reserved for the apartment. The homes in the neighborhood are a combination of old and modern living units mostly situated contiguous to the lake. 'Phe area is served by sewer and water with the access toad being paved. Due to self- interest in this permit the writer of this agenda report will decline on any further comments and recommendation. CITY OF PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 PR[OR LAKE PLANNING ADVISORY COtiMISSION March 2, 1978 The March 2, 1978 Prior Lake Planning Advisory Commission was called to order at 7:30 PM by Chairman Thorkelson. Members present were Commissioners bouts, Cavill, Speiker, .Johnson, Councilman Busse and City Planner Graser. The minutes of the February 16, 1978 Planning Commission were motioned for approval by Cavill seconded by Johnson and upon a vote taken, motion duly passed. First item on the agenda was a public hearin ^, request For the Nickelson property. The Nickelson's had thei - _ discussion meeting February 17, at which time the road dedication issue was raised. Staff has worked with the Nickelson's and feels confident this issue can be resolved. Motion was made by bouts to hold a public hearing on April 6th at 7:45 PM seconded by Johnson, upon a vote taken, motion carried. Second item on the agenda was a public hearing for the Rollie Thieling property known as Grainwood West. Planner Graser gave a brief description of the proposed plans. It was also discussed that a 20' easement should be obtained for sewer all along the front of the townhomes. Motion was made by Cavill to approve the replat with the following stipulations: 1. The road easements must be to a public road. 2. The sewer system must remain private but with the following stipulations: a. The City have the right to flush the fire hydrant at the end of the line. b. The City have the right to turn individual water lines off. U. All repairs to utilities must be made, to City specification. 3. The covenants must be on file prior to obtaining hardshell. Motion was seconded by Speiker and upon a vote taken, motion carried. Third item on the agenda was a conditional use permit for Karen Kalal. After a brief presentation by Planner Graser, who stated that he had conferred with the neighbors and had only one objection, motion was made by Cavill to deny the request because of the proximity of the neighboring homes, seconded by Speiker and upon a vote taken, motion duly passed. Next item on the agenda was a discussion with Norbert Traxler about Twin Isles. The island is zoned R -1 but safeguards are not adequate under that zone. Mr. Traxler stated that he has six lots and would like to start building a year round home. Dr. Abrahms discussed an alter- native way to dispose of waste in regard to septic systems. After much discussion, Mr. Graser stated that about a month of staff time would be required to examine the different aspects for this plan and that a dis- cussion would be warranted at this time. THE CENTER OF LAKE COUNTRY Motion was made by Houts to hold a public hearing on Brooksville Hills 5th rezoning from R -1 to R -2 on April 6, 1978 at 8:15 PM seconded by Cavill and upon a vote taken motion duly passed. Last item on the agenda was a conditional use permit for Mr. Leonard Tupa. The applicant is proposing to rent out the walkout portion of his one story rambler. The owner has provided six off street parking spaces. Motion was made by Houts to grant the conditional use permit because of the proximity of the neighbors seconded by Speiker and upon a vote taken motion carried. Motion was made by Cavill to adjourn the meeting seconded by Johnson and - upon a vote taken, the meeting was adjourned at 10:00 PM.