HomeMy WebLinkAbout1978 May Planning Commission MinutesCITY OFF p MINNESOTA
PRIOR LAKE, MINNES ®TA
55372
1. 7:4S PM Public Hearing - Larry Genzmore
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2. 8:00 PM Ron Fraboni - Sign Ordinance Discussion
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b.
3. 8:15 PM H.D. Pearson - Variance
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b.
4. 8:30 PM Dengerud Construction - Variance
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b.
5. 8:45 PM Wayne Laurence - Variance
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b.
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AGENDA REPORT
1. 7:30 PM Discussion - With Planner Tooker
2. 7:4S PM Public hearing - Larry Genzmore. At the time this
agenda went out the applicant had not submitted a
preliminary subdivision plan. Since this is a routine
division of a small parcel all information will be
presented at the meeting.
3. 8:00 PM Ron Fraboni - Sign Ordinance Discussion.
4. 8:15 PM Hub Pearson - Variance. Enclosed please find
analysis and recommendation.
S. 8:30 PM Dengerud Construction- Variance. Enclosed please
find supporting material.
6. 8:45 PM Wayne Laurence - Variance. Enclosed please find
supporting information.
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CITY OF p� p
PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA
55372
PRIOR LAKE PLANNING COMMISSION
May 18, 1978
The meeting of the May 18, 1978 Prior Lake Planning Commission was
called to order by Chairman Thorkelson at 7:30 PM. Members present were
Commissioners Fitzgerald, Cavill, Speiker and Councilman Busse.
The minutes of the May 4, 1978 Prior Lake Planning Commission meeting
were motioned for approval by Cavill, seconded by Speiker and upon a
vote taken, motion duly passed.
The public hearing for the Larry Gensmore public hearing was called
to order at 7:45 PM. Chairman Thorkelson gave a brief description of
the parcel involved. Motion was made by Speiker for preliminary
approval of the subdivision seconded by Cavill and upon a vote taken
motion carried.
Next item was the rescheduling of the Almac subdivision. Because the
notice was not published in the paper in time, motion was made by Speiker
to cancel the rezoning for June 15, 1978 at 7:45 PM seconded by Cavill and
upon a vote taken motion passed. Motion was made by Cavill to schedule the
public hearing for July 6, 1978 at 7:45 seconded by Fitzgerald and upon
a vote taken, motion carried. Motion was made by Cavill to cancel the
subdivison hearing on June 15, 1978 at 7:45 seconded by Fitzgerald and upon
a vote taken motion carried. Motion to reschedule the public hearing
for July 6, 1978 at 8:30 PM for the subdivison hearing was made by Cavill
seconded by Speiker and upon a vote taken motion carried.
Next item on the agenda was a variance request for Mr. Hub Pearson. Mr.
Pearson is proposing to construct a 34 x 45' year round home with an
attached garage requiring a 4' variance from the side property line. The
applicant's lot is located on lot 20, Eastwood. Motion was made by Cavill
to approve the variance as requested, because it appears to be the best
use for the lot, seconded by Speiker and upon a vote taken motion carried.
Next item was a discussion on the sign ordinance with Mr. Ron Fraboni .
Chairman Thorkelson gave an explanation of why the ordinance had been
drawn up in the first place. Mr. Fraboni asked to have some sort of
variance to be able to utilize an existing sign on Highway 13. Mr. Fraboni
wanted to use the sign as a temporary sign and modify the sign until the
owner would need the sign again. The Commission denied Mr. Fraboni the use
of the existing sign because the sign owner was notified that it was in
violation o` the ordinance and was instructed to remove it at an earlier
date. Motion was made by Cavill to have staff enforce the sign ordinance
and notify offenders, seconded by Fitzgerald and upon a vote taken, motion
carried.
Next item was a variance request for Dengerud Construction. The request is
for a 6' front yard variance for lot 7 and the west 25' of lot 8, Block 30
Spring Lake Townsite. The applicant is proposing to construct an L- shaped
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rambler requiring a 6' front yard variance. After some discussion,
Speiker made a motion to deny the variance because there really is no
hardship involved seconded by Cavill and upon a vote taken motion
carried.
Next item was a variance request for Mr. Rayne Lawrence. Because
there was no one to represent Mr. Lawrence, motion was made by Speiker
to table the variance request until June 1, 1978 at 8:00 PM seconded by
Cavill and upon a vote taken motion carried.
Motion was made by Fitzgerald to adjourn, seconded by Cavill and upon
a vote taken, the meeting adjourned at 9:1S PM.
CITY OF
PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA
55372
PRIOR LAKE PI,ANNTNG COMMISSION
?lay 4, 1978
AGENDA:
1. 7:30 PM Subdisivion Discussion - Len Grassini
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2. 7:45 PM Public Hearing - Lawrence Schweich S
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3. 8:45 PM Discussion - Ron Swanson
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4. 9:15 PM Variance - Tom Mueller
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CITY OF
PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA
55372
PRIOR LAKE PLANNING COMMISSION
May 4, 1978
The meeting of the May 4, 19 , Prior Lake Planning Commission was
called to order at 7:30 PM by Chairman Thorkelson. Members present
were Commissioners Speiker, Cavill, .Johnson, City Planner Graser and
Councilman Busse.
The minutes of the April 20 1978 Prior Lake Planning Commission were
motioned for approval by Cavill seconded by Speiker and upon a vote
taken approved as published.
First item on the agenda was a subdivision discussion for Len Grassini.
Planner Graser gave a brief description of the parcel which is located
on Highway 13 and County Road 81. The City is currently installing
sewer and water in this area and with the coordination of stubs and
accepted development pattern an important matter. Questions were raised
on the feasibility of fronting lots 1 through 17 immediately onto County
Road 81. After some discussion on the different aspects of streets
running through the parcel, Chairman Thorkelson asked that Mr. Grassini
and staff work out alternative development patterns.
Next item on the agenda was a public hearing for Lawrence Schweich. The
subdivision hearing was called to order at 7:50 PM by Chairman Thorkelson.
Planner Graser gave a description of the parcel involved describing the
location, sewer and water availability and park plan. Mr. Graser also
pointed out that staff recommended paving 150th Street when Fairlawn
Shores Trail is paved. The existing sewer and water will be of a capacity
to handle the new subdivision. The hearing was then opened to the public.
Mr. Robert Holler asked where the drainage for the storm sewer is going.
He also wanted to know if the subdivision would have lake access.
Mr. Graser explained the drainage would follow the path it always has
and that the subdivision would not have lake access.
Harry Nystrom asked where the access to the park would be.
Mr. Graser explained that there would be two accesses, one would be in
the form of a 30' easement on the east side of the park and the other
would come from Fish Point Road.
Harry Nystrom asked about lake rights for the subdivision and was told by
Chairman Thorkelson that the subdivision plans showed no lake access
therefore there would be none.
John Titus asked what the plans for the park would be.
Bill Mangan, Park Director, explained that it would be mainly a large,
open area. The level area would be utilized as a ballfield and skating
rink. The intent for the west access would be a green belt, with a possible
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walkway and /or bicycle path
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Mr. Robel asked what the lot sizes would be and what value of homes
would go in.
Mr. Schweich explained that the would be 85 to 94 foot lots and the
homes on Fish Point Road would mostly be tuckunder.
Mrs. Don Voight asked how far back from the street the home would be
built.
Mr. Schweich stated that the ordinance is 25 feet but on that corner,
which is a blind corner they would probably consider more, probably
about 40 feet. He also stated that they would be built into the hill
and as far back from the road as possible to try and eliminate any
drainage problem. This way there would also be less on street parking.
Mr. Harry Nystrom stated that he thought the developer and City staff
had done a good job on this parcel and he would like to compliment
everyone that worked on the plan.
Robert Holler asked if the storm sewer were big enough to handle
the capacity of a new development.
Horst Graser stated that there would be a sewer pipe of approximately -.
40 or 48 ".
Mr. Schweich stated that he had dedicated land to the city for a storm
sewer in the past and they should not have any problem with this.
Mr. Bill Mangan, Park Director, th•;;n explained that with grading that
will be done after and during construction, the park dedication is acceptable.
Mr. Nystrom asked if there would be a curfew in the park and Mr. Mangan
explained that there was a 10:00 curfew and no a4eheHo } ie- beverages were
allowed in the park. xtoxi tt"
Mr. Schweich stated that there was a problem in that area now with
motorbikes but possibly if a chain was put across the entrance to the
park this would eliminate the problem.
Mr. Robert Holler asked if the storm sewer were of a capacity to handle the
new subdivision.
Mr. Graser stated that he was not prepared to answer this question. This
would have to be done in studies after the preliminary plan is approved.
Mr. Bill Mangan, Parks Director, expalined that with grading during and
after construction, the park dedication is acceptable contingent on lots
12 and 19 being eliminated.
Commissioner Johnson asked if an easement would be needed through lot 3.`° -%
Graser stated that a small, rambler type home could be built with no
variances.
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Chairman Thorkelson asked if there would be any covenants in the
subdivision.
Mr. Schweich stated no, he does not believe in them.
There was some discussion on lots 1 and 2 and if the street were allowed
to continue there would not be enough room to have 2 lots back to back.
Mr. Graser stated that the street could not go all the way through -
there is not enough room. There would have to be a cul de sac.
Mr. Schweich stated that they are going to try to bring sewer and water
to these lots and these two lots would be the last to be built on.
Staff would agree to this if lots 1 and 2 are not developed until water
is available in the road and that the City not be responsible for the
maintenance of said easement.
Mr. Robel wanted some assurance that when the construction began, he
would not have problems with runoff in his yard, which happened in the
last sewer and water project.
Mr. Graser stated that each builder is required to post a $100.00 bond
on his building permit and if there is any problem the builder will
forfeit this bond and the city will charge him to alleviate any problem
which exceeds the $100.00 bond.
Motion was made by Cavill to approve the subdivision as presented,
seconded by Speiker.
City Manager McGuire then asked if lots 12 and 19 were included in the
park dedication.
Mr. Schweich stated that he would square off the point on Lot 19 so that
it would not go into the park.
Harry Nystrom then asked how large the parking lot would be.
Mr. Bill Mangan replied that it would hold about 10 cars.
Upon a vote taken motion carried and the public hearing was closed.
Next item on the agenda was a discussion with Ron Swanson and Gary
Eastland on Brooksville Hills 6th Addition. (The remaining portion of
Brooksville Hills 4th). Collector road on left is Franklin Trail.
Preliminary concept approval was given about 3 years ago for the whole
area. There are six duplex lots that would either have to be rezoned
or given conditionals use permits. The ponding area would be the
developers sole responsibility. The middle duplex lot on Franklin Trail
would have to have a hammerhead driveway. Motion was made by Speiker to
hold a public hearing for the rezoning from R -1 to R -3 on June 15, 1978
at 7:45 PM seconded by Johnson and upon a vote taken motion duly passed.
Motion was then made by Speiker to hold a subdivision hearing at 8:00 PM
on June 15, 1978 seconded by Johnson and upon a vote taken, motion carried.
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next item on the agenda was a variance application for Mr. Tom Mueller.
The variance request_ is for an 11 foot iakeshore variance and a .6 foot
side yard variance for both sides of the parcel which is lot 12 and the
north 'i of lot 11. Mr. Mueller stated that this is the 2nd house
that he has tried to put on this lot. After some discussion on the
type of house that is going on the lot, Speiker stated that there is
no hardship involved and made a motion to deny the request for the
variance seconded by Cavill and upon a vote taken motion carried.
Motion was made by Speiker to adjourn, seconded by Johnson, and upon
a vote taken the meeting adjourned at 9:30 PM.