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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/10/2018 P&Z Minutes APPROVED MINUTES CITY OF LINO LAKES PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MINUTES PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING 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 October 10, 2018. II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA The Agenda was approved as presented. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Laden made a MOTION to approve the September 12, 2018 Meeting Minutes with changes. Motion was supported by Mr. Stimpson. Motion carried 6 - 0. IV. OPEN MIKE Chair Tralle declared Open Mike at 6:32 P.M. There was no one present for Open Mike. Mr. Evenson made a MOTION to close Open Mike at 6:33 P.M. Motion was supported by Mr. Laden. Motion carried 5 - 0. V. ACTION ITEMS DATE : October 10, 2018 TIME STARTED : 6:30 P.M. TIME ENDED : 8:33 P.M. MEMBERS PRESENT : Perry Laden, Neil Evenson, Michael Root, Jeremy Stimpson, Michael Ruhland, Paul Tralle, Sue Peacock STAFF PRESENT : Katie Larsen, Michael Grochala, Mara Strand, Ryan Saltis Planning & Zoning Board October 10, 2018 Page 2 APPROVED MINUTES A. PUBLIC HEARING: I-35E Corridor Comprehensive Plan Amendment Kendra Lindahl, Landform, presented the staff report and described the proposed changes.  Three changes from the 2030 Land Use Plan: o 599.23 acres will be reclassified from Urban Reserve to Business Campus, Commercial and Industrial on the 2030 Future Land Use Map o 278.1 acres will be reclassified from Commercial, Industrial and Medium Density Residential to Business Campus on the Full Build Out Future Land Use Map o A new Business Campus Land Use category will be created  Two changes to the 2030 Staging Plan: o 226.53 acres will be changed from Stage 2A Planned Service Area to Stage 1B Planned 3 Service Area on the Utility Staging Map o 599.23 acres will be changed from Stage 3 Planned Service Area to Stage 1B Planned Service Area on the Utility Staging Map Mr. Evenson asked for clarification between the new business category and commercial industrial. Staff explained that industrial is manufacturing and commercial is office and retail. Business park designation is high quality, higher level design, intended to be employment centers and technology centers. The intent is transitional. Chair Tralle opened the public hearing at 6:41 P.M. There was no public comment. Mr. Laden made a MOTION to close the Public Hearing. Motion was supported by Mr. Evenson. Motion carried 6-0. Mr. Stimpson made a MOTION to recommend approval of the I-35E Corridor Comprehensive Plan Amendments. Motion was supported by Ms. Peacock. Motion carried 6-0. Mr. John Houle, 7643 Edgewood, Mounds View, MN who owns land on 80th and 35E (PIN 01-31-22-43-0002) approached the board after the hearing was closed and requested an opportunity to speak regarding the Comprehensive Plan amendment. Mr. Houle, questioned what impact this change would have on his property taxes and whether he could put up a billboard on the property. Mr. Grochala stated that this will not have an impact on property taxes. The property is currently zoned rural business reserve, and the land use change will not effect this. Mr. Grochala also noted that off-premise signs such as a billboard are not allowed in the city. B. Watermark PUD Final Plan/Final Plat Planning & Zoning Board October 10, 2018 Page 3 APPROVED MINUTES Katie Larsen, City Planner, presented the staff report. Mr. Stimpson asked if there was concern around Lennar’s financial standpoint. Ms. Larsen explained that similar comments have been echoed at Council level. The master development agreement is being developed and will lay out all responsible parts for the parties involved. The city is looking for commitments on park land and plan on establishing easements for open space. Mr. Ruhland asked for clarification on the berm length during phase 1. Staff stated that there is a fence and berm required by the town homes and a berm is required along the east side. Mr. Laden asked for clarification regarding the trail connections. The trail will be connected to the Park and Ride. Paul Tabone, Entitlement Manager with Lennar, 16305 36th Ave N, Plymouth, MN addressed the board. He stated that Lennar is intending to expand the grading operations and be in a position to take down additional land from Mattamy in the Spring of 2019. Chair Tralle stated there is some apprehension from the Boards regarding how this project will continue moving. Mr. Tabone stated he understands the apprehension and wants to be successful. Board members had questions about future phasing and housing price points. Mr. Tabone explained that they haven’t determined the extent of future phases but to intend to build out the site in conformance with preliminary plat. He stated townhomes will start mid to high $200,000 and single family homes will start low to mid $300,000. Mr. Root made a MOTION to recommend approval of the Watermark PUD Final Plan/Final Plat. Motion was supported by Mr. Evenson. Motion carried 6-0. VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update: Proposed Mixed Use and Density Changes Michael Grochala, Community Development Director, presented the staff report and reviewed the proposed changes. The board was in agreement with changing the Lake Drive and Vicky Lane Mixed Use area to Medium Density Residential. Mr. Grochala explained that five new land use districts are being proposed with the intent to differentiate existing mixed use areas. Planning & Zoning Board October 10, 2018 Page 4 APPROVED MINUTES Low Density Mixed Residential District. Mr. Grochala presented an overview of the district provisions. Mr. Root asked if the land use designations fit into the zoning densities and if we will put ourselves into a position of issuing more PUDs. Mr. Grochala explained that we guide the area then zone consistent with the guiding noting that each zoning district is tied to a specific density. He identified districts to go with Low Density Mixed Residential including the R-2 and R-3 districts which allows for twins, townhomes as well as the PUD option. Mr. Laden asked if Mixed Residential could be a combination of R-1 and R-3. Mr. Grochala stated it could as long as the overall density within the 3.0 to 4.0 range. The Board was in agreement with the proposed Low Density Mixed Residential District and designation of the Watermark site. Planned Residential/Commercial District. Mr. Grochala presented an overview of the district provisions. Board members had several comments related to the Robinson Farm location. Mr. Laden suggested this area to be a Signature Gateway primarily to trigger the need for a master plan study. Mr. Grochala suggested that development of a master plan for this corridor be included as an implementation item within the planning district chapter. Chair Tralle asked about the adjacent development in Blaine and how this area would be served by sanitary sewer. Mr. Grochala stated that Blaine was served by a separate sewer line and there is not currently sewer in Main Street. He explained that the Robinson area will be served by a trunk line from the Century Farm North development. The board discussed the percentage of land proposed for residential and commercial uses within the Robinson Area. Mr. Laden stated he would like the 75 residential/25 commercial percentages to be flexible but still require some commercial. The board suggested a sliding scale that set both a minimum and maximum of either commercial or residential. Ms. Peacock asked for an example of commercial and suggested keeping commercial to the north or south side rather than east or west noting that Main Street will be a barrier for pedestrians. Mr. Grochala stated that proposed percentages were used as a planning tool to provide Met Council housing estimates. He noted that the district, as proposed would allow for both residential and commercial uses by right. The consensus of the board was that they wanted to ensure a commercial minimum in the area but did not want to Planning & Zoning Board October 10, 2018 Page 5 APPROVED MINUTES impose a specific location. Mr. Grochala stated that staff would work with Landform to address this. Mr. Laden asked for clarification on the commercial split in the Waldoch area noting that the staff report stated commercial was not required. Mr. Grochala explained that given the existing nursery staff had intended that the balance of the site would not require commercial uses. The board concurred. Mr. Grochala reviewed the remainder of the Planned Residential/Commercial sites. No changes where proposed for 80th Street or 77th/Lake Drive which is already developed. Mr. Evenson stated that he does not feel as strongly about the percentages at the Birch/Centerville location. The board concurred that a minimum commercial component would not be required at that location. Signature Gateway District Mr. Grochala presented an overview of the district provisions and the 3 proposed locations. The board concurred that there would not be a minimum commercial requirement for the Lake and Main location noting the existence of existing commercial development. No other changes where proposed and the board concurred with the proposed district. Town Center District Mr. Grochala presented an overview of the district provisions noting that the Woods Edge development already had an existing master plan and approved PUD. The board concurred with the proposed district. Office/Medium Density Residential District Mr. Grochala presented an overview of the district provisions based in part on the concept plan presented by the property owner. The board concurred with the proposed district. Mr. Grochala also reviewed the proposed residential density adjustments and proposed implementation language for reviewing planned unit development requirements. The board concurred with the proposed density changes. Mr. Root felt that there already was guidance for PUD’s within the zoning ordinance. Chair Tralle stated he does not want to see the PUD being dictated by us but rather the job of the advisory board members to dictate to the PUD. Planning & Zoning Board October 10, 2018 Page 6 APPROVED MINUTES Mr. Grochala suggested a review of the PUD process and requirements concurrently with the Comp Plan adjacent jurisdiction review. B. Project Updates  Watermark is grading underway.  LaMotte construction is having difficulty with weather.  Trail being construction on top of Lake Drive trunk utilities (Marshan to Park Court).  Love to Grow On is to break ground shortly.  All Seasons Rental is hoping to begin this fall.  Ordering plans and specs for Peltier Lake outlet.  Lyngblomsten submitted an application today. Applicant is in discussion about the corner property.  Verbal yes from the County to see if City can figure out how to use the first house in Lino Lakes for well #7.  Authorizing plans and specs for Water tower #3. The determined location is at the Rec Complex.  Natures Refuge is working through Army Core issues.  Saddle Club 4th Addition is grading.  Lakes Liquor is remodeling and will become a E-Cig shop. VII. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Laden made a MOTION to adjourn the meeting at 8:33 P.M. Motion was supported by Mr. Evenson. Motion carried 6 - 0. Respectfully submitted, Mara Strand and Ryan Saltis