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Prior Lake, MN 55372-1714
REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
MONDAY, MARCH 22, 2004
Fire Station - City Council Chambers
6:30 p.m.
1. Call Meeting to Order:
2. Roll Call:
3. Approval of Minutes:
4. Consent Agenda:
5. Public Hearings:
A. Case #04-37 An amendment to the City of Prior Lake Zoning Map on
approximately 5 acres of land located on the south side of CSAH 21, ~ block
north of Colorado Street, directly west of Duluth Avenue and east of West
Avenue, from R-3 (Medium Density Residential) to C-3(Town Center).
6. Old Business:
A. Case #04-09 & 10 Wensmann Homes is requesting a Final PUD Plan and a
Final Plat consisting of 18.66 acres to be subdivided into lots for 124 townhouse
units, common open space and parkland. This property is located on the east side
of CSAH 83 and west of Wilds Drive.
B. Case #04-21 An amendment to Section 1107.2200 of the Zoning Ordinance to
add materials to architectural materials standards.
7. New Business:
A. Presentation of Capital Improvement Program 2005-2009.
8. Announcements and Correspondence:
9. Adjournment:
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PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
MONDAY, MARCH 22, 2004
1. Call to Order:
Commissioner Lemke called the March 22, 2004, Planning Commission meeting to order
at 6:35 p.m. Those present were Commissioners Lemke, Perez and Ringstad, Planning
Coordinator Jane Kansier, Planner Cynthia Kirchoff, Assistant City Engineer Larry
Poppler and Recording Secretary Connie Carlson.
2. Roll Call:
Atwood
Lemke
Perez
Ringstad
Stamson
Absent
Present
Present
Present
Absent
3. Approval of Minutes:
The Minutes from the March 8, 2004, Planning Commission meeting were approved as
presented.
4.
Consent:
None
5. Public Hearings:
Commissioner Lemke read the Public Hearing Statement and opened the meeting.
A. Case #04-37 An amendment to the City of Prior Lake Zoning Map on
approximately 5 acres of land located on the south side of CSAH 21, % block north
of Colorado Street, directly west of Duluth Avenue and east of W est Avenue, from
R-3 (Medium Density Residential) to C-3(Town Center).
Planner Cynthia Kirchoff presented the Planning Report dated March 22, 2004, on file in
the office of the City Planning Department.
The City Council initiated a Zoning Map Amendment to change the use district from R-3
(Medium Density Residential) to C-3 (Specialty Retail) on property located on CSAH 12
between West Avenue and Duluth Avenue. The property is designated C-TC (Town
Center Commercial) on the 2020 Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map.
On August 18, 2003, the City Council approved a resolution amending the 2020
Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map to designate the subject property C- TC (Town
Center Commercial). The Metropolitan Council deemed the amendment consistent with
the regional plan on September 10,2003.
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The proposed use district is consistent with the 2020 Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map.
Based upon the findings set forth in the report, staff recommended approval.
Ringstad asked if there were any proposed development plans for the property. Kirchoff
said staff did not receive a building permit application or any other application.
Ringstad asked if there were any special zoning restrictions because part of the property
is in the Shoreland District. Kirchoff responded the applicants would have to adhere to
the zoning requirements. Only 75% of the site can be covered with hard surface as it is a
commercial use in addition to the C3 standards.
Comments from the public:
Bob Beck, 5438 Fairlawn Shores Trail, questioned the uses in the CT District as he owns
property on the adjoining Racine Street. Kirchoff summarized with the uses. Beck felt it
was odd the two properties on Racine were not part of the rezoning. He also said he
would like a buffer or berm between the zoning districts. He did not want a fast food
restaurant near his property. Kansier responded to Beck's concerns. Staff cannot
guarantee the type of uses; whatever is permitted can go in. Beck questioned if his
adjoining property could be part of the rezoning. Kansier explained the procedure.
Dan Swanson, 16130 West Avenue felt the rezoning does not fit the area. Why would
the City want to develop the area commercial when we have a dead mall, a grocery store
and restaurant out of business? The residents enjoy the residential area. He did not see
the need to rezone; there would be a lot of congestion with traffic. Swanson said there
are other places that need to be fixed first before going into a residential area and make
another mistake. Residents on Colorado would loose their view and back yards.
Wendalyn Teh1e, 4280 Colorado Street, questioned the value of the property and inquired
if the City or the residents could buy the property. She said she did not understand the
point of this when we are losing businesses left and right and rebuilding the downtown.
West Avenue is congested with people fishing in the summer. It is tough getting into
driveways. She didn't buy her house to live downtown.
Becky Vossen, 16220 West Avenue, said she likes walking down to the pond with her
children. Prior Lake is built up enough and her family has discussed moving. She agreed
with Swanson with businesses leaving Prior Lake. She suggested the City buy the
property to leave it as is for the residents to enjoy. There are enough commercial areas in
Prior Lake.
The public hearing was closed at 6:52 p.m.
Comments from the Commissioners:
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Ringstad:
. This property was looked at last summer and held a public hearing with respect to
the Comprehensive Plan. After discussion and debate, the Planning Commission
along with City Council changed the Comprehensive Plan to its current
designation.
· The present zoning is not in sync with the current Comprehensive Plan. What we
are doing is putting the zoning consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
. There are no immediate plans to build at this time.
. As far as the City buying the property, we don't know ifit's for sale.
. Support changes.
Perez:
. There was another forum for public opinion. At this point, agreed with Ringstad
this has to be in sync with the Comprehensive Plan.
. The designation is a better fit. It affects many people but this will help with
parking.
. Approve amendment.
Lemke:
. Agreed with Commissioners. He understands the residents' concern. The City
Council already changed the designation to Town Center in the Comprehensive
Plan. State Law requires that the zoning matches the Comprehensive Plan. There
are not a lot of options at this point.
. As far as the City buying the property, the Planning Commissioners do not have
the say in buying property.
. The residents on Colorado Street also have the choice to make an offer on the
property .
Perez:
. The Commissioners met with City Council regarding the future of Prior Lake and
expansion. An outside consultant came in and assessed the area determining with
the annexation and the growth with Prior Lake what can be supported with
commercial. Maybe not right now it doesn't seem like we are going in the right
direction. It is long term thinking. This needs to be done so when something is
developed and will be a good use for the property.
Ringstad:
. Explained the 2020 Comprehensive Plan.
. Nobody is being asked to do anYthing different with their homes.
MOTION BY RINGSTAD, SECOND BY PEREZ, TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL
OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO CHANGE THE ZONING FROM
R-3 TO C-3.
Vote taken indicated ayes by all. MOTION CARRIED.
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This item will go before the City Council on April 5, 2004.
6. Old Business:
A. Case #04-09 & lOW ensmann Homes is requesting a Final PUD Plan and a
Final Plat consisting of 18.66 acres to be subdivided into lots for 124 townhouse
units, common open space and parkland. This property is located on the east side of
CSAH 83 and west of Wilds Drive.
Planning Coordinator Jane Kansier presented the Planning Report dated March 22, 2004,
on file in the office of the City Planning Department.
Wensmann Realty has applied for approval of a Planned Unit Development Final Plan for
the property located west of Wilds Drive, south of Cougar Path and east ofCSAH 83.
The proposal calls for a townhouse development consisting of 124 townhouse units and 1
single family lot on 18.62 acres. The development also includes a public park, private
open space and both public and private streets.
On November 3, 2003, the City Council adopted Resolution #03-185 approving a
Planned Unit Development Preliminary Plan for this site, as well as a preliminary plat
with conditions.
The Final PUD Plan is generally consistent with the approved preliminary plan. The only
outstanding issue pertains to the architectural materials for the 8- and 10-unit buildings.
The proposed amendment will most likely be considered by the City Council on April 5,
2004. The final PUD plan must conform to the criteria established at that time.
The Planning Commission must review the Final PUD and make a recommendation to
the City Council. The staff suggests the following findings:
1. The Final PUD Plan is consistent with the approved preliminary plan.
2. The Final PUD Plan is consistent with the criteria for a PUD listed in Section
1106.100 and 1106.300 of the Zoning Ordinance. This plan is also consistent with
the City Council findings listed in City Council Resolution #03-185.
The staff also recommends approval of the Final PUD Plan be subject to the following
conditions:
1. The exterior materials for the 8- and 10-unit buildings must be consistent with the
Architectural Material requirements of the Zoning Ordinance.
2. The Final Plat and Development Contract must be approved by the City Council.
3. A signed PUD agreement must be approved by the City Council.
Perez questioned the width of the private streets. Kansier responded they range from 28
to 32 feet.
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Comments from the public:
Kelly Murray, representing Wensmann Realty, said staff pretty much covered it and they
will take care of any outstanding conditions from the Preliminary Plat.
Lemke explained the narrow streets and concern with some residents of another Wilds
development. Murray responded and explained the street width. Developers like the
private streets with bump-out parking that you cannot have on a public street.
Kansier addressed the difference in units and street width concerns.
Comments from the Commissioners:
Ringstad:
· Questioned if this was the same application from a few months ago. Kansier said
it was.
· Staff did a great job pointing out the issues. The past concerns with the
architectural issues will be cleared up.
. With respect to the current and future zoning, this is correct.
Perez:
. This is consistent with the Preliminary Plat and Zoning Ordinance.
. As long as the conditions are met, will approve.
Lemke:
. Agreed. This is consistent with the Preliminary Plan that has already been
approved.
MOTION BY PEREZ, SECOND BY RINGSTAD, TO RECOMMEND APROV AL OF
THE FINAL PUD PLAN SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS.
Vote taken indicated ayes by all. MOTION CARRIED.
B. Case #04-21 An amendment to Section 1107.2200 of the Zoning Ordinance
to add materials to architectural materials standards.
City Planner Cynthia Kirchoff presented the Planning Report dated March 22, .2004,
The Planning Commission continued the public hearing on March 8, 2004, and generally
supported staff's draft language. But the Commission directed staff to make final
refinements to the provision regulating the combination of Class I and Class la materials.
Specifically, the Commission recommended language that would permit the combination
of Class I and Class la materials so long as two criteria are met: (1) the sum of the two
materials is equal to or greater than 60 percent and (2) total amount of Class la materials
are credited at .75 square feet.
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During the public hearing, the Commission heard testimony from Terry Wensmann, of
Wensmann Homes, concerning the proposed amendment's negative impact on the design
elements of their 10-unit buildings in Wensrnatn1 4th Addition.
The proposed amendment to the minimum architectural material standards:
(1) allows fiber cement siding as a Class Ia material and places criteria on its
application when used in combination with Class I materials,
(2) considers synthetic stucco a Class I material,
(3) defines higher impact rated vinyl siding,
(4) increases the number of units in one residential building that must adhere to the
more strict material standards,
(5) permits metal garage doors to be a maximum of 20 percent of a residential
building face, and
(6) permits staff discretion to approve non-listed materials.
Staff recommended approval.
Comments from the Commissioners:
Perez:
. Questioned residential unit standards. Kirchoff responded it was eight or fewer
units.
Lemke:
. Questioned ifit would be better to have fiber siding as Class 1 material or was
that presented as an option? Kirchoff explained the differences in the Classes and
percentages. Class 1 a material ends up being a greater percentage of the wall than
the Class 1. It is an option for the Planning Commission.
Perez:
. The fiberboard siding does not meet the natural criteria but if synthetic stucco is
in, put the fiberboard siding as Class 1.
Lemke:
. This language was pretty well discussed with the rest of the Commissioners and is
reluctant to open that up again without two of the Commissioners present.
Ringstad:
. Agreed - this is the fourth meeting talking about this issue. The last meeting had
a great deal of discussion.
. Staff condensed it very well.
. Hesitate to make changes at this time.
. This is tied into #6 criteria (permits staff discretion to approve non-listed new
materials). This should be looked at every couple of years with a representative
of the building department bringing in new materials that are not listed.
. This goes a long way for streamlining for future technology.
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. There have been public meetings. Likes the way it is summarized.
Lemke:
. Agreed - if this needs tweaking it can go before the City Council.
. If there are technological advances the Planning Commission should look at this
again.
MOTION BY RINGSTAD, SECOND BY PEREZ, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL
OF THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT AS RECOMMENDED BY STAFF AND
INDICATED IN THE DRAFT ORDINANCE.
Vote taken indicated ayes by all. MOTION CARRIED.
This item will go before the City Council on April 5th.
7. New Business:
A. Presentation of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) 2005-2009.
Planning Coordinator Jane Kansier presented the Planning Report dated March 22, 2004,
on file in the office of the City Planning Department.
Minnesota Statutes provides that all proposed capital improvements be reviewed by the
Planning Commission for consistency with the Comprehensive Plan. The summary
describes the CIP process and the funding sources available to the City and expected to
be used in paying for the individual projects. The budget for the projects within the 5
year CIP totals 57.855 Million Dollars.
There are several significant projects included in the CIP. The most significant projects
are the City's share of the CSAH 82 reconstruction (2005) and the CSAH 12
reconstruction (2006). These two projects alone account for 6.625 million dollars of the
CIP budget.
New to the CIP for 2005 are the acquisition of the City Park and Ride Lot ($250,000) and
the installation of list station telemetry ($65,000 over 3 years). The City currently leases
the park and ride lot, and we now have the opportunity to purchase fee title to the land.
The lift station project will provide an automatic monitoring system for these facilities.
The 2009 schedule includes three new major projects. These are the redevelopment of
the downtown area south of CSAH 21 ($1.4 million), a new municipal well ($500,000),
and the development of an athletic field complex ($3 million). The athletic field
development will require a referendum.
The Planning Commission's function is to review the proposed projects, determine
whether they make sense from the perspective of the Comprehensive Plan and make
specific recommendations about specific projects in the CIP or about projects not in the
current CIP which the Commission feels would better achieve Comprehensive Plan goals.
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Any recommendation for changes to the CIP should indicate which particular goal or
policy in the Comprehensive Plan is being advanced by the recommended project.
Comments from the Commissioners:
Perez:
· Asked who was involved with the prioritizing. Kansier responded all department
heads, the city manager and advisory councils.
Lemke:
· Questioned the referendum funding. Kansier explained the additional taxing
assuming to be passed. If the referendums do not pass, projects would be
dropped.
Lemke:
· Asked how much money would be used for the Lord Street Bridge. Kansier
responded it was $75,000. It is time to be upgraded and part of the State Aid
Funds.
· Popper responded it was part of the Lord and Martinson Streets reconstruction.
Ringstad:
· Remarked on his concern for safety on the postponed on the traffic issues on
Highway 13 and 150th Street/Oakland Beach area.
. Do not recommend any changes to the CIP as proposed.
MOTION BY PEREZ, SECOND RINGSTAD, TO FORWARD TO THE CITY
COUNCIL AS PROPOSED.
Vote taken indicated ayes by all. MOTION CARRIED.
This will go before the City Council late April or early May.
8. Announcements and Correspondence:
Kansier explained proposed informational workshop/meetings for neighborhoods.
Tentatively set for April 13, 15,21 and 28.
Staffwill bring the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan to the next meeting.
9. Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 7:39 p.m.
Connie Carlson
Recording Secretary
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PUBLIC HEARING
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The Planning Commission welcomes your comments in this matter. In fairness to
all who choose to speak, we ask that, after speaking once you allow everyone to
speak before you address the Commission- again and limit your comments to new
information.
Please be aware this is the principal opportunity to provide input on this matter.
Once the public hearing is closed, further testimony or comment will not be possible
except under rare occasions.
The City Council will not hear additional testimony when it considers this matter.
Thank you.
ATTENDANCE - PLEASE PRINT
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