HomeMy WebLinkAbout112718 PC PacketCity of Falcon Heights
Planning Commission
City Hall
2077 W. Larpenteur Avenue
Tuesday, November 27, 2018
7:00 p.m.
A G E N D A
A. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL: Chair Larkin ____ Samatar ____
Williams ____ Stemper ____
Sunderland ____ Kotelnicki ____
Council Liaison Miazga ____ Staff Liaison Markon ____
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – July 24, 2018, October 3, 2018, October 23, 2018
(unofficial)
D. PUBLIC HEARING
1. Consider request for zoning amendment allowing adult day centers in City
business districts
2. Consider request for Conditional Use Permit for adult day center at 1550
Larpenteur Avenue (Falcon Heights Town Square)
E. OLD BUSINESS
1. Consider revisions to 2040 Comprehensive Plan
F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
G. ADJOURN
If you have a disability and need accommodation in order to attend this meeting,
please notify City Hall 48 hours in advance between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and
4:30 p.m. at 651-792-7600. We will be happy to help.
City of Falcon Heights
City Hall
2077 W. Larpenteur Avenue
Minutes - Planning Commission
Tuesday, July 24, 2018
7:00 p.m.
A: CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Commission Chair Larkin at 7:00 pm.
B: ROLL CALL:
Present: Larkin, Samatar, Williams, Murphy, Sunderland, Stemper
Staff Liaison: Thongvanh
Council Liaison: Miazga
Absent: Kotelnicki
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES for June 26, 2018
Approved by unanimous consent.
D. AGENDA
1. Discussion: How To Engage The Community On The Comprehensive Plan
a. Chair Larkin asked about including information in the Falcon Heights web
newsletter to inform the community about the Comprehensive Plan
community engagement.
b. Commissioner Williams suggested that the Night to Unite block parties
could be a good opportunity to engage neighbors.
c. Council Member Miazga summarized the methods of contacting the
public concerning the Comp Plan: Falcon Heights Facebook page, weekly
Falcon Heights newsletter, other commissions informing people, flyers
and article in the Roseville Review and Park Bugle.
d. Chair of the Engagement commission Shirley Reider suggested that the
two commissions should be coordinating their efforts in engaging the
community.
e. Commissioner Murphy suggested Falcon Heights hold additional
community meetings to continue to engage the community in the scope
of the Comp Plan.
f. Chair Larkin suggested that Ryan be tasked with summarizing the Comp
Plan in an effort to encourage an easier read of the scope of the plan and
have a document that can be shared with other commissions.
g. The Planning Commission has scheduled September 25th for an open
meeting to engage and discuss the Comp Plan with attendees at City Hall.
h. The sections of the Comp Plan are assigned as follows:
Sunderland I. Background
1. Purpose and Scope
2. Vision and Objectives
3. The City of Falcon Heights
4. Demographics, Assumptions and Projections
5. Community Input and Plan Process
Samatar II. Housing
(Kotelnicki) 1. Introduction
2. Existing Affordable Housing
3. Future Affordable Housing
Larkin III. Land Use
Miazga 1. General Land Use in Falcon Heights
2. The Larpenteur and Snelling Corridors
3. Neighborhoods
4. Commercial/Business Areas
5. Agricultural and Institutional Lands
Murphy IV. Community Systems and Services
1. Parks and Open Spaces
2. Other Community Facilities and Services
Williams V. Protecting Special Resource
Stemper 1. Natural Resources
2. Historic and Cultural Resources
VI. Economic Development
VII. Implementation
1. Land Use
2. Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances
3. Housing
4. Storm Water Management Plan
5. Capital Improvements Program
i. Discussion of changes in Land Use map concerning the Larpenteur corridor
in regard to P1 designation vs Mixed use. Community feedback was
referenced and a chronology of Falcon Heights City Council decision process.
Current draft reflects P1 designation for University owned lands along the
Larpenteur Corridor.
E. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Chair Larkin wishes to thank Commissioner Sunderland for his article addressing the
Comprehensive Plan and community participation in the process that was published in
the Roseville Review.
2. Chair Larkin also wishes to thank Commissioner Williams for his efforts in creating a
brochure to be used at the Ice Cream social to inform the public about the
Comprehensive Plan and encourage questions and participation in the draft process.
3. Ryan was introduced to the commission who will fill the role of Paul Moretto on an
interim basis. Ryan works for WSB and has experience with community planning.
4. The Ice Cream social has been rescheduled tentatively for August 14th.
F. ADJOURN
Adjourned at 8:52 pm
_____________________________
John Larkin, Chair
Dated this 24th day of July, 2018
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Steve Sunderland, Secretary
City of Falcon Heights
City Hall
2077 W. Larpenteur Avenue
Minutes - Planning Commission Special Meeting
Wednesday, October 3, 2018
7:00 p.m.
A: CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Commission Chair Larkin at 7:00 pm.
B: ROLL CALL:
Present: Larkin, Kotelnicki, Stemper, and Williams
Council Liaison: Miazga
Staff Liaisons: Krzos and Markon
Absent: Murphy, Samatar, and Sunderland
D. PUBLIC HEARING
1. Variance Application from 1411 Larpenteur Ave
Chair Larkin invited the applicant, Carl Richardson, 1411 Larpenteur Ave, to the podium
to discuss his proposed project. Mr. Richardson shared that after moving in a year ago,
began thinking about his yard. They wanted to develop a space to host people and
events for a nice space to gather with some privacy. The request is for a fence to have
screening to block bright lights from the neighboring business.
Larkin asked for clarification about the location of the fence. Mr. Richardson noted that
the fence will not run along the entire backyard, but only about half of the east side and
up to the pergola. There was further clarification about the continuous height of the
fence, which will be eight feet for the entire fence and level along the top.
Krzos summarized the staff report and what the commission would be acting on.
Because of the unique topographical features of the fence, a variance is warranted. He
reiterated that the planning commission approve a motion recommending approval of
the variance, which the City Council would consider at the October 10 meeting.
Chair Larkin opened the public hearing.
There were no further comments.
Chair Larkin closed the public hearing.
Kotelnicki moved, Stemper seconded to recommend approval of the variance for 1411
Larpenteur Ave; motion carried.
E. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Deborah Alexander, 1700 Albert St N, addressed the Planning Commission regarding the
dry cleaners and further discussion about greater information regarding property
changes in the city. Larkin clarified that during the comprehensive plan planning, the
Commission did not recommend any changes to the existing zoning along Larpenteur
Ave between Snelling and Hamline.
Ms. Alexander asked for clarification for increased density and well-designed affordable
housing and aging in place. Councilmember Miazga noted that there are limited changes
to land use because of the lack of developable land and that the city does have the
ability to control land use changes during the planning commission process.
Ms. Alexander reiterated that she would like to see more information from the city.
Krzos shared that the city does not become involved in private real estate discussions
unless there is a proposal for different use. Kotelnicki shared that the Ramsey County
GIS services is the best way to research property ownership.
Miazga asked for clarification about changes to land use. Krzos noted that any changes
regarding rezoning do require a public hearing noticed published in the Roseville Review
and a letter mailed to nearby property owners. Williams asked about information
published online, and Markon noted there is a page on the Planning Commission section
of the website where public hearing notices are added.
F. ADJOURN
Adjourned at 7:40 PM.
_____________________________
John Larkin, Chair
Dated this 23rd day of October, 2018
__________________________________
Justin Markon, Recorder
City of Falcon Heights
City Hall
2077 W. Larpenteur Avenue
Unofficial Minutes
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Tuesday, October 23, 2018
7:00 p.m.
A. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Commission Chair Larkin at 7:15 pm.
B. ROLL CALL:
Present: Larkin, Murphy, and Williams
Council Liaison: Miazga
Staff Liaisons: Markon
Absent: Kotelnicki, Samatar, and Sunderland
There was not a quorum, so no official business was conducted.
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – July 24, 2018, October 3, 2018
The minutes were tabled until the next meeting.
D. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Chair Larkin shared information related to the proposed strategic plan at the University
of Minnesota. He encouraged residents to attend upcoming public meetings and learn
about potential upcoming changes.
E. ADJOURN
Adjourned at 7:23 PM.
F. WORKSHOP
Members of the Planning Commission and Environment Commission discussed the 2040
Comprehensive Plan. Also discussed was the open house on September 25, 2018. Scott
Wilson, 1889 Snelling Avenue North, encouraged the Commission to remove the
properties along the west side of Snelling Avenue, between Questwood Drive and
Roselawn Avenue, from consideration for future redevelopment.
Those assembled from the Planning and Environment Commissions discussed the
Environment Commission’s work updating the plan to include more information about
sustainability and resiliency in the plan. Since there was no quorum of the Planning
Commission, there were no votes taken on the suggestions.
The workshop ended at 9:00 PM.
_____________________________
John Larkin, Chair
Dated this 27th day of November, 2018
__________________________________
Justin Markon, Recorder
REQUEST FOR PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item Proposed code amendment related to zoning of adult day centers
Description
The City received a Planning Application and request to add an adult day center in
Falcon Heights. Currently, the City Code reads that child care facilities are allowed
in business districts as a conditional use. City Code does not address adult day care
facilities. In order to open a center in Falcon Heights, the language must be added to
our Code.
Code amendments may be petitioned by the city council, planning commission, or
by the property owner whose property would be affected by the proposed
amendment. Sherman Associates, property owner of 1550 Larpenteur Avenue,
commonly known as Falcon Heights Town Square, is petitioning to amend the City
Code and open an adult day center on the ground level of their building.
The other consideration for a zoning code amendment is its consistency with the
comprehensive plan. An adult day center is not fundamentally different from a
child care center, which is allowed in business zones. Staff believe adding adult day
centers as conditional use in the zoning code is consistent with the comprehensive
plan.
Staff researched adult day centers in nearby communities. The findings show that
adult care is zoned similarly to child care in the Twin Cities metro area. Staff also
spoke with the Minnesota Department of Human Services about adult day centers
and the licensing process. There are currently 39 adult day care centers in Ramsey
County.
Budget Impact No impact
Attachment(s) • Planning Application with supporting documents
• Mailed public hearing notice to adjoining property owners
Action(s)
Requested
Staff recommends approval of proposed City Code amendment to allow adult day
centers in City business districts.
Meeting Date November 27, 2018
Agenda Item D1
Attachment See list below
Submitted By Justin Markon, Community
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Dear Property Owner:
You are cordially invited to a public hearing before the Falcon Heights Planning
Commission for the purpose of taking public comment regarding a request for
Conditional Use Permit for the property located at 1550 Larpentuer Avenue W, Falcon
Heights, PID: 222923220148.
Tuesday, November 27, 2018
7:00 p.m.
Falcon Heights City Hall The applicant is requesting a zoning text amendment to allow adult day care facilities in
the City’s business districts and requesting a Conditional Use Permit to operate an adult
day care facility in the building located at 1550 Larpenteur Avenue West, commonly known as Falcon Heights Town Square.
The application and other planning documents will be available upon request. If you have
questions or comments before the hearing, you may contact the City at 651-792-7600 or
by email at justin.markon@falconheights.org.
Sincerely,
Justin Markon
Community Development Coordinator
REQUEST FOR PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item Consider Conditional Use Permit for Gargaar Adult Day Center at 1550 Larpenteur
Avenue W.
Description
The City received a Planning Application and request to open an adult day center in
Falcon Heights. With approval of adding adult day center as a conditional use in
the City’s business districts, the Planning Commission must also consider whether
to issue a conditional use permit for an adult day center to Gargaar Adult Day
Center to operate at 1550 Larpenteur Avenue W.
There are a number of requirements and standards for Conditional Use Permits,
many of which are not applicable in this instance because of the proposed use
taking place in an existing mixed-use building. Upon approval, Sherman Associates
plans to remodel the interior of the space to fit the use of the adult day center.
Regarding parking, the applicant noted that most participants will be shuttled by
13-15 passenger vans or mini-busses, and the surface parking lot at Falcon Heights
Town Square is used exclusively for commercial tenants.
City Code stipulates that adult and child care centers are approved, conditional on
licensing from the State. Staff discussed the licensing process with a supervisor at
the Minnesota Department of Human Services, which licenses adult care centers.
The State will contact the City to determine requirements for conditional use
permits, and compliance with local ordinances is required for State approval. The
State will also require fire, building, and health inspections. There is a final
walkthrough inspection and follow-up after a year of operation to review license
compliance. By approving the Conditional Use Permit, the State can continue with
their review to license the center.
The Gargaar Adult Day Centers will feature a number of activities, including social
activities, art therapy, exercise classes, massage therapy, and wellness checkups.
Budget Impact No impact
Attachment(s) • See attachments from agenda Item D1
Action(s)
Requested
Staff recommends approval of Conditional Use Permit for Gargaar adult day center,
pending license issuance from Minnesota Department of Human Services.
Meeting Date November 27, 2018
Agenda Item D2
Attachment See list below
Submitted By Justin Markon, Community
Development Coordinator
REQUEST FOR PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item Consider revisions to 2040 Comprehensive Plan
Description
Since the last most recent draft of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan was published in
June 2018, staff from the City and WSB have received public comments from
residents, neighboring jurisdictions, and other interested individuals. Additionally,
the Environment Commission examined the plan and offered suggestions from a
lens of sustainability and inclusivity. On October 23, the Environment and Planning
Commissions held a workshop to discuss suggested changes. Comments are
included in the draft plan for the Commission’s consideration. The vast majority of
the plan is unchanged since June.
Suggested changes to highlight include:
- Including the 2015 resilience analysis as an appendix
- Including energy goals and policies
- Including housing goals and policies
- Removing redevelopment designation for Snelling Ave north of Questwood
- Including more information about the University of MN and Bell Museum
- Including information about geothermal heating and cooling
The Transportation Plan appendix also includes suggested changes from Active
Living Ramsey County.
If recommended for approval, the City Council would look at the draft plan in early
January and then make final approval for Metropolitan Council review in spring
2019.
Budget Impact No impact
Attachment(s) • 2040 Comprehensive Plan draft with redlined changes
• 2040 Comprehensive Plan with “changes accepted”
Action(s)
Requested
Staff recommends approval of the draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan.
Meeting Date November 27, 2018
Agenda Item E1
Attachment Draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan
Submitted By Justin Markon, Community
Development Coordinator