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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/14/2017 P&Z Minutes APPROVED MINUTES CITY OF LINO LAKES PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MINUTES I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Chair Tralle called the Lino Lakes Planning and Zoning Board meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. on June 14, 2017. II. APROVAL OF AGENDA The Agenda was approved as presented. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mr. Laden made a MOTION to approve the May 10, 2017 Meeting Minutes. Motion was supported by Mr. Masonick. Mr. Stimpson abstained. Motion carried 5 - 0. IV. OPEN MIKE Chair Tralle declared Open Mike at 6:31 p.m. There was no one present for Open Mike. Mr. Root made a MOTION to close Open Mike at 6:31p.m. Motion was supported by Mr. Laden. Motion carried 6 - 0. V. ACTION ITEMS A. Lake Amelia Vistas Comprehensive Plan Amendments Katie Larsen, City Planner, presented the staff report. DATE : June 14, 2017 TIME STARTED : 6:30 P.M. TIME ENDED : 8:17 P.M. MEMBERS PRESENT : Dale Stoesz, Lou Masonick, Perry Laden, Paul Tralle (Chair), Neil Evenson, Michael Root, Jeremy Stimpson MEMBERS ABSENT : None STAFF PRESENT : Katie Larsen, Diane Hankee, Mara Strand, Joe Widing Planning & Zoning Board June 14, 2017 Page 2 APPROVED MINUTES The applicant submitted a land use application for PUD Concept Plan and Comprehensive Plan Amendment. The proposed development is a master planned residential community located along CSAH 54/20th Avenue just east of Amelia Lake. The site contains 2 parcels totaling approximately 40 gross acres. The 40 acre site is currently vacant, natural open space. The mix of residential buildings (8 market rate apartments, 10 twin homes buildings and 2 senior assisted living apartments) are located throughout the site. A clubhouse and pool are also proposed. Pedestrian connectivity is provided throughout the development via sidewalks. A linear public park and trail are proposed adjacent to the lake. The development appears to make a conscientious effort to preserve the natural resources by minimizing wetland impacts, providing wetland buffers, protecting significant trees and maintaining the shoreland setback. Application has been withdrawn by the applicant in a letter dated June 12, 2017. Board members had no questions. Chair Tralle opened the floor for informal resident comments at 6:37 p.m. Jim Gondak, 6391 Centerville Road, stated that the Planning Commission has done a wonderful job and thanked the Board. Gary Pinkley, 6351 20th Avenue, stated that he is glad they withdrew the application. When Mr. Pinkley moved to Twin Cities, he was looking for rural feel and spent many years with houses in his backyard and parties next door. The whole reason for coming to Lino Lakes was for the rural feel. Ok with some units, as it wouldn’t change the character, but not what was proposed. The proposal would not have fit the character and the feel of the area. Tom Fraser, 6468 20th Avenue, expressed concern regarding the engineering plan about making 20th Avenue to a 4 lane divided road and with 200 unit development in Centerville, traffic has become insane. Mr. Frazier said he has to go north to Centerville to make a left turn. Road is rough and has no shoulders. Street is a weak link. Amy Donlin, 6100 Centerville Road, was crestfallen and worried sick when she heard about this project. Ms. Donlin credits the city for staying with the comprehensive plan and really grateful about the strength of the Comp Plan. A lot of the neighbors are held to the 1 unit per 10 acre. No variances because it is a unique, rural, and beautiful entry into the city. Ms. Donlin stated that she never wants to see it that dense and to keep it consistent with those already there. Ms. Donlin thanked and complimented the Planning and Zoning Board and wants Lino Lakes to keep it as rural as possible for as long as you can. No motion made by the Board. Planning & Zoning Board June 14, 2017 Page 3 APPROVED MINUTES B. Houle Addition Preliminary Plat Ms. Larsen presented the staff report. The applicant, Guy Houle with GRH Contracting, has submitted a land use application for a preliminary plat. The proposed development is a 1 lot and 1 outlot single family residential subdivision located at the north end of Ruffed Grouse Road. The development contains one 30.72 gross acre parcel and is called Houle Addition. The 30 acre site is a vacant rural parcel containing wetlands, short grasses and woodlands. This parcel has been through several land use proposals. In 2008, Ed Vaughan received preliminary plat (Resolution No. 08-22) and final plat (Resolution No. 08-44) approval for 1 lot and 1 outlot. The final plat was never recorded; therefore, the preliminary plat and final plat are void. In 2004, Mr. Vaughan received PUD Development Stage Plan/Preliminary Plat approval but a PUD Final Plan/Final Plat was never submitted; therefore the PUD Development Stage Plan/Preliminary Plat is void. Staff recommended approval of Preliminary Plat for Houle Addition. Staff addressed questions of the Board. Mr. Laden talked about how the cul-de-sac looks now. Mr. Root asked if it is a legal or temporary cul-de-sac now. Ms. Larsen stated that there will be no changes to the cul-de- sac as it is today. Cul-de-sac bulb is within the 60 foot right of way, so no concerns. Emergency services have no concern and have been operating on that road in the past with no problems. Mr. Laden asked if the outlot is developable. Ms. Larsen stated that most of the lot is not developable aside from one corner. It would have to go through the full approval process to prove it could be a buildable area. Mr. Root stated that it looks like the road was designed to continue and we are now cutting it off. Ms. Larsen stated that Mr. Vaughn had hoped to extend the road to the island, but it did not happen. Mr. Stoesz asked what happens in terms of insurance on large outlots. Ms. Larsen stated that it is the property they own. Mr. Stoesz asked if outlots pay taxes. Ms. Larsen stated that outlots pay taxes but have a lower assessed value than lots. Mr. Laden asked about making this a conservation easement today. Ms. Larsen stated it is at discretion of the watershed district, not the city’s requirement. Easement is done at the request of Rice Creek Watershed District. If Rice Creek requires it then city does as well. Guy Houle, 4417 Channel Lane, approached the Board. Chair Tralle asked Mr. Houle if everything has gone smoothly. Mr. Houle stated it has. Planning & Zoning Board June 14, 2017 Page 4 APPROVED MINUTES Ron Alwin, Project Engineer, stated the entire project is an outlot, splitting it into a lot and an outlot is going to increase tax revenue of the current outlot. Chair Tralle declared the Public Hearing open at 7:00 p.m. There was no one present to speak. Mr. Laden made a MOTION to close the Public Hearing at 7:00 p.m. Motion was supported by Mr. Stoesz. Motion carried 6 - 0. Mr. Stoesz made a MOTION to recommend approval of Houle addition. Motion was supported by Mr. Stimpson. Motion carried 6 - 0. C. Golden Acre Variance, Preliminary Plat and Final Plat Ms. Larsen presented the staff report. The applicant, Tim Anderson, submitted a land use application for variances, preliminary plat and final plat. The proposed development is a 4 lot single family residential subdivision located at 547 Lois Lane which is legally described as Lot 4, Block 1, Mar Don Acres. The development contains one (1) gross acre parcel and is called Golden Acre. Mar Don Acres was originally platted in 1978. As part of that plat, eight (8) lots were created north of Lois Lane with each lot being 294.00 feet in depth and approximately 165 feet in width for lot sizes of 48,510 sq. ft. Houses were purposely located on the lots in a manner so that the lot could further subdivided when public water and sewer become available. Two other residential subdivisions similar to the proposed Golden Acre have since been approved from these 8 lots, Hailey Manor and Isabell Estates. The 1 acre site is a residential parcel containing a single family house and attached garage. Other than trees and shrubs, there are no significant natural resources on site. The Certificate of Survey indicates a split rail fence along the west side of the property. Staff recommended approval of the Variance, Preliminary Plat and Final Plat for Golden Acre. Staff addressed questions of the Board. Mr. Stimpson asked about the distance from the east side of the property to the lot line. Mr. Stimpson also asked if the lot would be too narrow if it gets parceled out in the future. Ms. Larsen stated that the garage side would only require 5 feet and it should be greater than the required 5 feet. Planning & Zoning Board June 14, 2017 Page 5 APPROVED MINUTES Mr. Stoesz asked if Lot 1 would be able to put a fence on the left hand side. Ms. Larsen confirmed that they would be able to and that there is no separation requirement between a fence and a house. Tim Anderson (applicant), 547 Lois Lane, confirmed the distance shows 17 feet on the east side of the property. Mr. Laden expressed concerns with the setback. Mr. Anderson said the intent is to have the driveway on the east side to save as many trees as possible and to look aesthetically better. Mr. Laden stated that it is going to put your living space closer to the garage than what the city normally allows. Mr. Anderson stated that they will place the pad as far as possible from the lot line. Mr. Laden asked if the city would want to consider a greater setback, be it a house or garage on lot 2. Mr. Anderson stated that all garages are set on the east so they would not be a concern. Ms. Larsen stated that staff has no concerns with setbacks or garage placement. Ms. Larsen questioned if the Board was suggesting a mandatory 10 foot setback regardless of a house or garage. Mr. Laden stated if it’s a garage, it would only have to be 5 feet. Mr. Stimpson supported Mr. Laden’s point by saying all homes in Haley Manor have adjacent driveways, this development would be opposite of that. Mr. Anderson stated his driveway is on the east side, as well as the others. Mr. Root clarified that 565, 571, 583 all have different garages to support Mr. Laden’s point. Mr. Laden thought that would be more desirable and to maximize the space between the two since we are coming up short. Mr. Anderson stated his intent is to direct the home builder to construct the garage on the east side. Mr. Laden suggested the house be on the east side for greater separation. Ms. Larsen stated we could require 10 feet on lot 2 regardless of if it’s a garage or house. Chair Tralle stated that the person who builds the house can decide if it is on the right or left. Chair Tralle declared the Public Hearing open at 7:21 p.m. There was no one present to speak. Mr. Masonick made a MOTION to close the Public Hearing at 7:22 p.m. Motion was supported by Mr. Stoesz. Motion carried 6 - 0. Mr. Evenson made a MOTION to recommend approval of Golden Acre. Motion was supported by Mr. Stoesz. Motion carried 6 - 0. D. Chavez Preserve Variances and Final Plat Ms. Larsen presented the staff report. The applicant, Marcel Eibensteiner with Royal Oaks Realty, Inc., submitted a land use application for two (2) variances and final plat for Chavez Preserve. The proposed development is a 6 lot single family residential subdivision. It contains 1 existing parcel (177 White Pine Road) that is approximately 2.18 gross acres. The variances are for reduced right-of-way and reduced front setbacks. Planning & Zoning Board June 14, 2017 Page 6 APPROVED MINUTES Staff recommended approval of Variances and Final Plat of Chavez Preserve. Staff addressed questions of the Board. Mr. Stoesz asked why there was a fine for removal of a tree if the tree is going to be replaced. Ms. Larsen stated the ordinance requires a penalty and a replacement. Mr. Evenson asked if the tree removal was done before or after the tree mitigation plan was submitted. Ms. Larsen said yes because it was part of a plan. Mr. Evenson asked when White Pine Road was designed to be a collector road. Ms. Larsen was unsure and that it is included in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Evenson stated it should not be. Ms. Larsen stated that it is a link between east and west but does not have the volume that would require future expansion. Mr. Evenson asked if there is a 30 foot set back because of the variance for the houses on the south. Ms. Larsen stated that the street might not have been designed collector at the time or it was possibly overlooked. Marcel Eibensteiner, applicant, stated that staff did a great job, he is pleased, but the process took a while and was complicated. Mr. Eibensteiner stated that sheds will be down by July 10 and grading will start on July 15. He is, overall, happy with the project. Mr. Laden made a MOTION to recommend approval of Chavez Preserve. Motion was supported by Mr. Evenson. Motion carried 6 - 0. E. NorthPointe 6th Addition Final Plat Ms. Larsen presented the staff report. NorthPointe is a PUD residential subdivision located northeast of the intersection of Birch Street and 20th Avenue South/CSAH 54. The preliminary plat is 94.09 gross acres and consists of a residential density mix of single family lots and an 88 unit senior multi- family residence. The following is a breakdown of unit development:  216 Single Family Units (215 new lots + 1 existing home)  11 Future Single Family Units (future development of existing home)  88 unit multi-family  315 TOTAL UNITS The applicant, Eternity Homes LLC, has submitted a land use application for final plat of NorthPointe 6th Addition. Eternity Homes LLC is purchasing from Tony Emmerich Construction, Inc. Outlot D, NorthPointe 5th Addition and is constructing 15 single family homes on the 50 foot wide lots. Staff recommended approval of the Final Plat of NorthPointe 6th Addition. Planning & Zoning Board June 14, 2017 Page 7 APPROVED MINUTES Board members had no questions. Mr. Root made a MOTION to recommend approval of NorthPointe 6th Addition. Motion was supported by Mr. Stoesz. Motion carried 6 - 0. VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. 2040 Comprehensive Plan Kendra Lindahl, from Landform Professional Services, presented the staff report. Minn. Stat. 473.145 requires the Metropolitan Council (Met Council) to adopt a comprehensive development guide for the metropolitan area. Minn. Stat. 473.175 requires the Met Council to review local government comprehensive plans to determine compatibility with this regional development guide. These plans are developed and updated every 10 years. Our 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update process kicked off at a joint Council/board meeting on May 15, 2017. Representatives from Landform, the City’s planning consultant, will be present at the meeting to review the work session results and discuss big picture issues for the update. A public open house is scheduled for Thursday, June 22, 2017. Staff addressed questions of the Board. Mr. Stoesz stated that he was surpised that the City of Shoreview was being listed as a threat. He explained that it is not appropriate to propogate this – neighboring cities are partners, not a threat. Mr. Stoesz requested to take off this comment off the results. Ms. Lindahl stated the point was that other cities are compeititon, not threats but acknowledged that Mr. Stoesz had a fair point. Mr. Stoesz stated the Comprehensive Plan is a PDF and should be more interactive and less cumbersome. Mr. Laden stated that 300 responses does not seem like a lot. Mr. Laden asked what the response rate was to a mail questionnaire last time. Ms. Lindahl stated that last time the survey was done it was by a survey firm. This survey required residents and business owners to take action on their own. Ms. Larsen stated that with SurveyMonkey, multiple people within one house hold could answer the survey. Mr. Laden asked if the City could keep the survey open longer. Ms. Lindahl stated the survey information was included in the postcard and newsletter. More surveys will come up throughout the process. MySidewalk is a tool within the webpage and more of a interactive dialogue. So far only 1 resident has engaged. It is a blog type form and will continue to be ongoing. Planning & Zoning Board June 14, 2017 Page 8 APPROVED MINUTES Chair Tralle asked how we can relay the message to residents that there is a blog available. Staff stated that all the information is located on the City of Lino Lakes website. Chair Tralle asked if there was another way to get the word out and suggested the Quad. Mr. Stoesz suggested the water bill. Ms. Hankee stated that the City did consider the water bill but it does not go to everyone. Mr. Laden asked how big is the Comprehenisve Plan presence on the City’s website. Ms. Larsen stated it was significant. Mr. Stoesz asked if it has made the digitial board. Ms. Larsen stated it has not but that is a good idea. Mr. Root asked what comments from the joint Board and Council meeting get put into the Comprehensive Plan. Ms. Lindahl stated a record of the comments and the concepts will be in the plan. Mr. Root stated there were comments against the charter commision and City Council that are devisive and should not refereance specific people. Ms. Lindahl stated they are foundational information to form the plan. But is part of the public record, what are the important issues, but hear you and a reasonable comment. We want this to build a vision and not create angst. Mr. Laden commented on the first general goal of the city and how lengthy it is. Mr. Laden stated that shorter could be too general so he would be ok with the goal being longer. Ms. Lindahl stated that we will go back to that later in the process. Mr. Stoesz asked if other cities have used a better term than 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Ms. Lindahl stated that we can work as a team to make a more broad term for the plan. Ms. Lindahl stated Development Framework is another term that has been used in the past. Ms. Larsen stated that other cities have more of a marketing work play and thought about a tagline. Chair Tralle ask if there was anyway to make changing the plan easier. Ms. Lindahl stated that the process is outlined in the statues and do not have the ability to change that as a city. The City can adopt policies serparte from the Comprehensive Plan and ordiancies that are easier to amend. Chair Tralle commented that the process is tedious. Mr. Evenson asked if notes have been kept over the past 10 years of updating Comprehensive Plans. Ms. Larsen stated that she does not because new scenarios come up. Mr. Evenson asked if there is a list of issues that staff want to address. Ms. Larsen stated that the Comprehensive Plan is too much verbage and staff have some things they would like to see in the plan. Mr. Laden asked if we need to keep moving toward adding more graphics and visuals to the plan. Ms. Larsen stated that pictures and visuals are always nice. Ms. Lindahl stated a story should be told with more visuals with descriptive language and remove repetition and to actively link parts of the plan to avoid those interal conflicts. Planning & Zoning Board June 14, 2017 Page 9 APPROVED MINUTES Mr. Stoesz commented that when people think of the Comprehensive Plan, they look at the land use plan. Mr. Stoesz noted the key should be to have ownership of the roads and to make it more clear for the residents. Mr. Stimpson commented that Lino Lakes has a lot of county roads that are out of control of the city but could be a threat. The county wants to make a road bigger but the city does not want that. Chair Tralle stated that the county roads are in better shape than the city streets. Chair Tralle asked if surveys could be present at the open house. Ms. Lindahl confirmed that there would be surveys available. Mr. Stoesz asked if there was a plan to present to the charter commission. Ms. Larsen stated that it is unknown at this time. B. Project Updates  Eagle Liquors retail site, the last building of the Market Place development is under construction.  United Properties project is currently being painted. VII. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Perry made a MOTION to adjourn the meeting at 8:17 p.m. Motion was supported by Mr. Masonik. Motion carried 6 - 0. Respectfully submitted, Joe Widing Community Development Intern