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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/15/1978 P&Z MinutesThe regular meeting of the Lino Lakes Planning and Zoning Board was called to order at 8:10 P.M., February 15, 1978 by Chairman Gourley. Members present: Hill, Shearen, Gourley, Reinert, Schwankl, Mattson. Members absent: none. Mr. Reinert moved to approve the minutes of January 18, 1978 meeting. Mr. Shearen sec- onded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Shearen moved to approve the minutes of the February 8, 1978 meeting. He added a comment that in the future he will need a very good reason for calling another special meeting. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Reinert suggested that since all Planning and Zoning members receive copies of the Council minutes, Mr. McLean could just report on the controversial items or enlarge on a Council decision. Mr. McLean said he felt this was a good idea. Mr. Gourley explained the reason for the report was to find out if there were any problems. Mr. McLeans Report Mr. McLean reported that everything recommended by the Planning and Zoning Board was forwarded at the Council meeting. He noted that Mr. Blomquist attended the Council meeting. Mr. Blomquist owns property that Metro Council is considering as part of the Otter Lake Regional Park. The Council will meet with the Hugo City Council shortly with the idea of preparing a joint apreement regarding the Regional Park. The Council had met with the Anoka County Board regarding the use of the former Hensel property in the Anoka County Regional Park. Metro Council is now considering the leg- ality of the use of this property for purposes other than open space. Mr. McLean noted that the Public Hearing for Feed - Rite Controls has been set for Feb- ruary 27, 1978. Variance - Art Rehbein Mr. Rehbein presented a request for a variance to buldd a house smaller than required by Ordinance. He also presented two house plans that he is considering. It was deter- mined that the rambler is near to the required size and could easily be brought to code. Mr. Mattson explained the purpose of the Ordinance and explained that the house would be more marketable if built larger. Mr. Blackbird from the audience said he felt the ordinance was not realistic and very unfair. Mr. Reinert said the Board would have to abide by the present Ordinances but felt the Ordinance needs to be looked at again with the idea of issuing variance for unusual circumstances. Mr. Reinert moved to recommend the variance for both house plans be denied. Mr. Hill seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Mattson suggested that Mr. Rehbein look into adding the needed footage to the ram- bler house plan and said he would be in favor of revamping the present Ordinance. Page -2- February 15, 1978 Variance - El Rehbein & Son El Rehbein and Son presented a variance to add approximately 4,800 square feet to Parcel A from Parcel B located at 7989 Lake Drive. The purpose is to gain added park- ing space at North Northeast Realty and gain a marketable lot to the north. Mr. Gourley asked for further discussion. Mr. Shearen moved to recommend to the Council that a variance to add to Parcel A from Parcel B be granted. Mrs. Schwankl seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Plat - Forest Glen The Board reviewed the latest drawing of Forest Glen. Mr. Gourley noted that the west- ern border of the plat does indicate an outlot for street purposes. After further dis- cussion it was decided that Mr. Gotwald comments regarding this situation and abutting lots was not clear. Mr. Gourley recommended that a special meeting with Mr. Gotwald, Mr. Short and Mr. Locher to straighten out this problem. At the same time other platting problemareas could be discussed. Mr. Shearen said he would like to see something in writing from the consultants to det- ermine if a special meeting is needed. Also he would like Attorney Locher to comment in writing on East Bethel's utility and drainage easement requirement. The Clerk was asked to inform Mr. Menkveld of the special meeting. Twilight II - El Rehbein and Son Mr. Blackbird presented a drawing of proposed Twilight 11 and asked the Board if it is a feasible plan. After discussing its location and layout, Mr. Blackbird was asked to present a preliminary drawing. Special Use Permit - El Rehbein & Son Mr. Blackbird and Mr. Joyer presented a Special Use request to use the garage of the house being built on Rice Court in Shenandoah for an office. Mr. Hill moved to recomm- end to the Council that the. Special Use Permit request from El Rehbein & Son be granted subject to annual review. Mr. Shearen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Plat - Mar Don Homes A new plat drawing was presented and reviewed by the Board. The northern most lots abutt two streets. This problem will be resolved at a special meeting with the Engineer. Mr. Shearen asked if the Mar Don representatives have contacted Mr. Gotwald regarding their plat. He felt that they could get further direction from him. Plat - Outlot A, Lakes Addition IV Mr. Peterson gave the Board copies of the soil boring tests and the most recent drawing indicating that all lot sizes were at least one acre. Mr. Shearen moved to recommend approval of Lakes Addition IV subject to receipt of app- roval of Rice Lake Watershed Distract Board. Mr. H111 seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Peterson was told he would be placed on the February 27, 1978 Page -3- February 15, 1978 Council agenda. Two sign permits applications were presented. One is from the Grand Duches Beauty Salon and one from R*teway Waterproofing. Mr. Shearen moved to refer the signs to the sign committee. Mr. Hill seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. There was further discussion regarding the Building Inspectors qualifications for the position of sign inspector. Mr. Gourley and Mr. Hill, the sign committee, will go into this matter further. Special Use Permit - LeRoy Houle The Board reviewed Mr. Houle's Special Use Permit. Mr. Hill moved to recommend that the Building Inspector, Tree Inspector and Police Chief provide written comment to be brought to the attention of the Council for action at their next meeting. Mrs. Schwankl seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. There was further discussion of parking of heavy vehicles on private property. Mr. Locher had prepared an amendment to Ordiance #56 regarding control of parking trailers on private property. The general attitude is that it will help control parking of mobile offices.and other mobile vehicles outside of trailer parks. Mr. Shearen moved to recommend to Council approval of this amendment to Ordinance #56. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion.. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Locher's letter of February 15, 1978 to the Planning and Zoning Board regarding Pole Buildings suggests that our present Ordinance should control their area of con- struction. He further suggests that all requests for building permits for Pole Build- ings be brought before the Council for study. The Planning and Zoning Board did not take action on this matter. Mr. Locher's letter also addressed the area of Planning and Zoning Board members using an area in their for office space. Mr. Locher feels this would not be allowed by IRS unless the Council requires that the members use such an area in their homes as an office. Mr. Reinert said the idea was to have the Council specifically say that space was not available at City Hall and each members would be required to use space in their homes as an office. This has been done in other states for other Board members. No, further action was taken on this matter. Mr. Gourley noted that Mr. Volk had presented a request for the Board to consider recomm- ending an ordinance that would require each new plat to have street lights installed by the developer. The Clerk was asked to have Mr. Volk attend the next Planning and Zoning Board meeting for further discussion on this matter. Mr. Gourley noted that the Park Board had made a recommendation to the Council regarding the dedication of park land and monies. Mr. Gourley informed the Board that Mr. Ed Karth has resigned. He asked the members to give him or Mr. McLean recommendations on another new member. Mr. Gourley said he felt it would be a good idea to have the Board Chairman and Mr. McLean meet with each prospective new member to let them know what they are dealing with. Page -4- February 15, 1978 Mr. Shearen moved to adjourn at IO:IOP.M. Mr. Hill seconded the motion. Aye.