HomeMy WebLinkAbout25-014 - Resolution - CUP Outdoor Storage - 416 Lilac StreetCITY OF LINO LAKES
RESOLUTION NO. 25-14
RESOLUTION APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR OUTDOOR STORAGE
(416 LILAC STREET-BRF ENTERPRISES LLC)
WHEREAS, the City received a land use application for a conditional use permit for
outdoor storage ("Development"); and
WHEREAS, the January 8, 2025 Planning & Zoning Board Staff Report and the February
10, 2025 Council Staff Report provide supporting narrative and documentation for the
Development; and
WHEREAS, the property is zoned GI, General Industrial and allows for outdoor storage
with an approved conditional use permit; and
and
WHEREAS, the legal description of the property is Lot 5, Block 1, Lino Industrial Park;
WHEREAS, City staff has completed a review of the land use application based on the
following plans:
• ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey prepared by E.G. Rud & Sons, Inc. dated October 29, 2024
• Civil Plan Set prepared by Plowe Engineering, Inc. dated December 6, 2024
• Architectural Plan Set prepared by Lampert Architects dated December 5, 2024
• Landscape Plan Set prepared by Lampert Architects dated December 5, 2024
• Photometric Plan prepared by Luma Sales Associates dated December 5, 2024
• Stormwater Drainage Report prepared by Plowe Engineering, Inc. dated December 6,
2024
• Soil Borings prepared by Haugo GeoTechnical Services, LLC. dated November 27, 2024;
and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held before the Planning & Zoning Board on January 8,
2025 and the Board recommended approval of a conditional use permit for outdoor storage
with a 6-0.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Lino Lakes, Minnesota that:
FINDINGS OF FACT
Per City Code Section 1007.016(3):
(e) The Planning and Zoning Board shall hold the public hearing and consider possible
adverse effects of the proposed conditional use. Its judgement shall be based upon, but not
limited to, the following factors:
1. The proposed development application has been found to be consistent with the
design standards listed in § 1007.020(4).
See below.
2. Will not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, equipment and conditions of
operation that will be detrimental to any persons, property, or the general welfare because of
excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare, or odors.
The proposed outdoor storage development will not involve activities detrimental to any person,
property, or the general welfare.
3. Will not result in the destruction, loss, or damage of a natural, scenic or historic feature
of major importance.
The proposed outdoor storage development will not result in the destruction of a natural, scenic,
or historic feature of major importance.
Per City Code Section 1007.020:
(4) Performance Standards. Plans which fail to meet the following criteria shall not be
approved.
(a) The proposed development application must be consistent with the policies and
recommendations of the Lino Lakes Comprehensive Plan.
The proposed outdoor storage development is consistent with industrial land use.
(b) The proposed development application is compatible with present and future land
uses of the area.
The proposed outdoor storage development is compatible with present and future land uses of
the area.
(c) The proposed development application conforms to performance standards herein
and other applicable City Codes.
The proposed outdoor storage development conforms to City Code performance standards with
minor revisions as noted in this resolution.
(d) Traffic generated by a proposed development application is within the capabilities of
the City when:
1. If the existing level of service (LOS) outside of the proposed development is A or
B, traffic generated by a proposed development will not degrade the level of
service more than one grade.
2. If the existing LOS outside of the proposed development is C, traffic generated by
a proposed development will not degrade the level of service below C.
3. If the existing LOS outside of the proposed development is D, traffic generated
by a proposed development will not degrade the level of service below D.
4. The existing LOS must be D or better for all streets and intersections providing
access to the proposed development. If the existing level of service is E or F, the
developer must provide, as part of the proposed project, improvements needed
to ensure a level of service D or better.
5. Existing roads and intersections providing access to the proposed development
must have the structural capacity to accommodate projected traffic from the
proposed development or the developer will pay to correct any structural
deficiencies.
6. The traffic generated from a proposed development shall not require City street
improvements that are inconsistent with the Lino Lakes Capital Improvement
Plan. However, the City may, at its discretion, consider developer -financed
improvements to correct any street deficiencies.
7. The LOS requirements in paragraphs 1. to 4. above do not apply to the I-
35W/Lake Drive or 1-35E/Main St. interchanges. At City discretion, interchange
impacts must be evaluated in conjunction with Anoka County and the Minnesota
Dept. of Transportation, and a plan must be prepared to determine
improvements needed to resolve deficiencies. This plan must determine traffic
generated by the proposed development project, how this traffic contributes to
the total traffic, and the time frame of the improvements. The plan also must
examine financing options, including project contribution and cost sharing
among other jurisdictions and other properties that contribute to traffic at the
interchange.
The proposed outdoor storage development meets Level of Service (LOS) requirements, is within
the capabilities of the City. The existing roads and intersections providing access to the proposed
development have the structural capacity to accommodate projected traffic from the proposed
development. The traffic generated from a proposed development does not require City street
improvements that are inconsistent with the Lino Lakes Capital Improvement Plan.
(e) The proposed development shall be served with adequate and safe water supply.
The proposed outdoor storage development is served by an adequate and safe water supply.
(f) The proposed development shall be served with an adequate or safe sanitary sewer
system.
The proposed outdoor storage development is served by an adequate sanitary sewer system.
(g) The proposed development shall not result in the premature expenditures of City
funds on capital improvements necessary to accommodate the proposed
development.
The proposed outdoor storage development does not require City funds.
(h) Fire prevention and fighting equipment acceptable to the Board of Fire Underwriters
and City Council shall be readily available when any activity involving the handling or
storage of flammable or explosive materials is carried on.
The proposed outdoor storage development will have fire prevention and fighting equipment
readily available.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the following specific performance standards of City Code
Section 1007.141(9) have also been met:
(h) Outdoor storage (not outdoor sales lots) as an accessory use provided that:
1. The designated storage area shall comply with all building setbacl< requirements for
the district. Outdoor storage is prohibited between the principal structure and any public right-
of-way.
The outdoor storage area complies with building setback requirements. Outdoor storage is not
proposed between the principal structure and any public right-of-way.
2. The storage area is landscaped and screened from view of adjacent uses and public
rights -of -way via a fence and greenbelt planting strip, in compliance with § 1007.049(6).
A new 10ft tall maintenance free screen fence is proposed around the entire perimeter of the
outdoor storage area. Shrub cover is provided for 50% of the west and south lot line fencing.
3. The entire storage area is fenced and secured in an appropriate manner.
A new 10ft tall maintenance free screen fence is proposed around the entire perimeter of the
outdoor storage area.
4. The storage area is bladdopped, concrete surfaced, or class 5 gravel unless an
alternative wear -resistant material is determined by the City Engineer to be suitable to control
dust and drainage and is specifically approved by the City Council.
The storage area will be surfaced with bituminous pavement.
5. The storage area does not tal<e up parking space or loading space as required for
conformity to this chapter and is not located in the front yard.
The plans shall be revised to remove proposed parking spaces within the outdoor storage area.
6. The property shall not abut 1-35W or 1-35E.
The property does not abut 1-35W or 1-35E.
7. All parking, loading and trucl< staging activities shall occur on site. On -street parking
and loading associated with the use is prohibited.
All parking, loading and truck staging activities will occur on site.
8. Storage shall not include material considered hazardous under federal or state
environmental law.
Storage will not include hazardous materials.
9. The outdoor storage items or materials shall be directly related to the principal
industrial user. No off -site user storage shall be allowed.
The outdoor storage items or materials will be directly related to the principal industrial user.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the conditional use permit for outdoor storage is approved
subject to the following conditions:
1. The development shall be compliant with the conditions detailed in the findings of facts
at all times.
2. Motor vehicles not currently licensed by the state, or that because of mechanical
deficiency are incapable of movement under their own power, shall not be parl<ed or
stored outside for a period in excess of 90 days.
3. The outdoor storage of items or materials shall be directly related to the principal
industrial user. No off -site user or personal storage shall be allowed.
4. Items, materials, vehicles, etc. shall not be stored on the sod or landscaped areas within
the outdoor storage area.
5. Separate sign permit applications are required for all permanent monument/pylon and
wall signage.
6. Separate sign permit applications are required for all temporary signage.
7. A building permit is required for the 10ft tall fence.
8. A zoning permit is required for the grading, driveway, and outdoor storage surfacing
improvements.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the following items shall be addressed prior to issuance of
any permits:
1. All comments from the City Engineer memo dated December 20, 2024.
2. All comments from the Environmental Coordinator memo dated January 29, 2025.
3. A Site Performance Agreement shall be executed and securities paid.
4. The proposed outdoor storage pavement areas are different on Sheet Al, Site Plan and
Sheet C1.1, Grading Plan. Please revise accordingly.
5. Sheet Al, Site Plan:
a. Parking space requirements shall be met without the need for deferred parking.
b. Parking spaces cannot be located within outdoor storage area.
c. Gate details for the fence shall be provided.
d. The screen fence detail shall be revised from cedar fence to maintenance free
screen fence.
6. Sheet L1, Landscape Plan:
a. The engineer/architect company name shall be included.
7. Copies of the following executed and recorded documents shall be submitted to the
City:
a. Public drainage and utility easement and exhibit over the stormwater
management facilities and lot lines
b. Declaration for Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and exhibit
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Lino Lakes this oday of
2025.
ATTEST:
Roberta Colotti, CIVIC, City Clerk
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Rq ferty, Mayor