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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/12/2019 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 June 12, 2019. II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA The Agenda was approved as presented. III. SWEARING IN OF BOARD MEMBERS Agenda item was skipped. IV. ELECTION OF CHAIR & VICE CHAIR It was moved by Mr. Root to appoint Mr. Tralle as Chair. The motion was passed unanimously. It was moved by Mr. Laden to appoint Mr. Root as Vice Chair. The motion was passed unanimously. V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Laden made a MOTION to approve the May 8, 2019 meeting minutes. Motion was supported by Mr. Stimpson. Motion carried 5-0. Abstained by Mr. Ruhland. VI. OPEN MIKE Chair Tralle declared Open Mike at 6:34 P.M. DATE : June 12, 2019 TIME STARTED : 6:30 P.M. TIME ENDED : 8:05 P.M. MEMBERS PRESENT : Paul Tralle, Michael Ruhland, Michael Root, Sue Peacock, Neil Evenson, Perry Laden, Jeremy Stimpson STAFF PRESENT : Michael Grochala, Katie Larsen, Mara Strand Planning & Zoning Board June 12, 2019 Page 2 DRAFT MINUTES There was no one present for Open Mike. Mr. Stimpson made a MOTION to close Open Mike at 6:34 P.M. Motion was supported by Mr. Evenson. Motion carried 6 - 0. VII. ACTION ITEMS A. 6626 Enid Trail – Variance for Curb Cub/Driveway Width Katie Larsen, City Planner, presented the staff report. Mr. Laden asked why the City is concerned about the property width at the property line rather than the curb. Ms. Larsen stated the ordinance is written as such, creates open space, and private utilities are located in the right of way. Mr. Ruhland inquired about the escrow funds. Ms. Larsen confirmed the City is holding the funds and a temporary CO was issued. Mr. Ruhland asked if the driveway is encroaching on the utility easement. There are utilities within boulevard right of way. Rebecca and Adam Neeck, 6626 Enid Trail, presented to the Planning and Zoning Board. The first 50 feet of the driveway is compliant; from 50 to 60 feet is not in compliance. Mr. Neeck observed two driveways on Sioux Lane and Sioux Lookout that are out of compliance. Mr. Laden asked if the applicant built the house and if they were a part of the driveway process. Ms. Neeck clarified that they built the home but were not a part of the driveway process. Mr. Stimpson stated that the Sioux Lane and Sioux Lookout addresses were built when 36 foot wide driveways were allowed. Mr. Root has trouble approving an ordinance when staff did not find any reasonable findings. His preference would be to revise the ordinance. Mr. Stimpson asked how a 60 foot right of way ended up on this lot. Ms. Larsen noted that there are other properties in the development with the same situation and have compliant driveways. Ms. Larsen clarified approval of the variance would allow for the current driveway to remain in place and the ability, in the future, to reconstruct as is. Mr. Ruhland asked when the driveways, with the same situation and are compliant, were installed. Planning & Zoning Board June 12, 2019 Page 3 DRAFT MINUTES Kari Clark, Sharper Homes, 14840 Aberdeen Street, Ham Lake, reiterated the sequence of events with the builder and homeowner. Ms. Peacock and Mr. Evenson stated they would like builders to keep to the ordinance and hold builders accountable. Mr. Laden made a MOTION to approve the denial of 6626 Enid Trail-Variance for Curb Cut/Driveway Width. Motion was supported by Mr. Evenson. Motion carried 6- 0. B. 6650 Enid Trail – Variance for Impervious Surface Coverage Katie Larsen, City Planner, presented the staff report. Kari Clark, Sharper Homes, 14840 Aberdeen Street, Ham Lake, explained that previous Sharper Homes houses, within the development, were built out of compliance. The issue was brought to their attention in May of 2019. Development wide, Sharper is in compliance. They are out of compliance on a lot by lot basis. Mr. Stimpson asked if there are ramifications for the existing properties that are over the 30%. Staff confirmed that the City was applying the 40% and this application, over the 40%, was a red flag being that it violates the variance guidelines. Mr. Ruhland stated it is a large gap. Ms. Clark clarified the purpose of the rain garden. Mr. Laden stated he has seen deprivation of the waterways over the years. He is disappointed seeing the City allow encroachment on the shoreland overlay district and not taking care of the issue from the start. Mr. Root stated it is a large variance in a sensitive area and the environmental impact is too large. Chair Tralle stated 13% is a large number; 1-2% allows for some leeway. Mr. Root made a MOTION to approve the denial of 6650 Enid Trail-Variance for Impervious Surface Coverage. Motion was supported by Stimpson. Motion carried 6- 0. C. 1393 Hunters Rudge – Variance for Curb Cut/Driveway Width Katie Larsen, City Planner, presented the staff report. Mr. Ruhland asked what the ordinance was when the house was built. Mr. Grochala stated the ordinance changed in 1998 to allow for 36 feet wide driveways. The Planning & Zoning Board June 12, 2019 Page 4 DRAFT MINUTES ordinance was changed back in 2003 because of the excessive width. Other than the window, the 26 feet dates back to the early 70’s. Ms. Larsen stated the house is 15 feet back from the lot line. He applicant currently has the ability to widen the driveway 8 feet. Mike Settimi, 1393 Hunters Ridge, explained why he would like a variance. The applicant has gained approval from the neighborhood architecture committee. Mr. Root sympathizes with the need for a 30 foot wide driveway. He suggested expanding the driveway but not squaring it off. To stay consistent, Mr. Evenson cannot support the variance. He supports a change in the ordinance. Mr. Ruhland supports the variance because of when the property was built. Ms. Peacock asked how many people are driving. Mr. Settimi stated 4 cars with 2 vehicles coming often. Rob Rafferty, 1573 Merganser Court, was present and introduced himself. Chair Tralle suggested a conversation with Council regarding driveway widths. Mr. Evenson made a MOTION to approve the denial of 1393 Hunters Ridge – Variance for Curb Cut/Driveway Width. Motion was supported by Root. Motion carried 5-1. VIII. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. Project updates Staff had positive conversations with the Council regarding tax increment financing for Lyngblomsten. The applicant wants to be building by October 2019. Birch Street mill and overlay project will take place east of the S curve. The balance of the project, from Ware Road to the S curve, will happen in 2021. Eastside Villas grading is in process. Water tower #3 will be going out for bid. Saddle Club 4th Addition was approved by City Council. Lino Lakes Mini Storage earth work is taking place. Planning & Zoning Board June 12, 2019 Page 5 DRAFT MINUTES All Seasons Rental is under construction. Second test well is being dug for the well house off Birch Street. Mr. Grochala explained the test well process. The City is meeting with St. Paul Regional Water Services regarding alternative water source. County is moving out the house and clearing trees at the northwest corner of Centerville Road/Ash Street. Love To Grow On building is under construction. IX. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Stimpson made a MOTION to adjourn the meeting at 8:05 P.M. Motion was supported by Mr. Laden. Motion carried 6 - 0. Respectfully submitted, Mara Strand