07-11-2002 Planning Comm. Minutes

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M 1 N U'TCS PLANNING COMMISSION JULY 1 t, 2002 Keis pointed out that the question is how long it will take to develop Lot 1. Johnson indicated that once the property is subdivided, he has no incentive not to develop Lot I _ 1-le noted that even though the soils are poor, the property is prime real estate. Johnson went on to stated that Lot 1 is actually swampland with a parking lot on it, and noted that when Opus developed the property in 1972, they filled in a wetland. The City Planner indicated that the proposal before the Commission is one of concept, and made the following recommendations relative to the concept plan submitted. • Outdoor stora,~c on L.ot 3 should be specifically identified as to size and location, including the fencing and screening of the storage; • If the lot line dividing Lots I and 2 from Lot 3 is not moved further west, than Johnson should illustrate how the buildings proposed will meet setbacks as well as requirements for parkin~~, h'a1~ic circulation, and green space; • If the canopies are to be retained, Johnson should show how they will be screened or improved so that the City can evaluate whether or not they can remain. • "fhe current screening plan is fairly sparse and should be enhanced with plantings and banning; • A timeline should be established for the redevelopment of property abutting Country Drive. Knudsen recommended approval of the concept Subdivision and Rezoning to PUD for 3?03 Country Drive subject to compliance with the recommendations as outlined by the City Planner as stated above. Motion seconded br Rarraclou~~h. Nlo(ion carried S - I Keis voted against. OUTDOOR ~'fhe City Planner revie~n~ed his report dated July 2, 2002 relative to Little STORAGE Canada's outdoor storage and screening requirements in the 1-P District & SCREENING as compared to the requirements of other cities. The Planner felt that IN THE 1-P Little Canada's ordinance requirements were sh'ong, but suggested that DISTRICT the City may want to tape a tool: at the following: o Minimum setbacla from adjoining properties;