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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/14/2010 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 Zon ing Board meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. on July 14, 2010. II. SW EARING IN OF APPOINTED BOARD MEMBERS: Mayor Jeff Reinert swore in newly appointed board m ember Neil Evenson, who will be serving the remainder of the term of former board m ember Elizabeth Brady. III. APROVAL OF AGENDA The Agenda was approved as presented. IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: June 9, 2010 Mr. Pogalz made a MOTION to approve the June 9, 201 0 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting Minutes. Motion was supported by Mr. Nelso n. Motion carried 4 - 0. (Mr. Evenson abstained.) V. OPEN MIKE Chair Tralle declared Open Mike at 6:34 p.m. There was no one present for Open Mike. Mr. Pogalz made a MOTION to close Open Mike at 6:35 p.m. Motion was supported by Mr. Laden. Motion carried 5- 0. DATE : July 14, 2010 TIME STARTED : 6: 31P.M. TIME ENDED : 7: 53P.M. MEMBERS PRESENT : Neil Evenson, Perry Laden, Robe rt Nelson, Brian Pogalz (Vice Chair), Michael Root, Paul Tralle (Chair) MEMBERS ABSENT : Michael Hyden STAFF PRESENT : Paul Bengtson, Jeff Smyser, Jim S tudenski Planning & Zoning Board July 14, 2010 Page 2 APPROVED MINUTES VI. ACTION ITEMS A. PUBLIC HEARING to consider Comprehensive Plan Amend ment to change the land use designation from Low Density Sewered R esidential to Commercial, Rezone from Rural to General Business, Conditional Use Permit for an Outdoor Sales Lot, and a Variance to allow the expa nsion of a non-conforming structure, in order to allow the addition of automo bile sales to an existing auto repair shop and the construction of an enclosed ent rance addition at 909 Maple Street. Associate Planner, Paul Bengtson, presented the sta ff report. Staff explained that the application is similar to the application reviewed for this site last year, with an additional request for a variance to allow for the expansion of a non- conforming structure. Staff recommended denial of the four requests by the applicant, based on the findings of fact. Ivan Kozhokor, Applicant, resident of 862 Oak Lane, Lexington, was present for questions. Mr. Kozhokor stated that he sees sales lots in other cities and he does not understand why his request is not allowed. He said that improvements had been made to the site and he is willing to make additional impro vements if necessary for approval of his requests. Chair Tralle stated that the board understands and appreciates the applicant’s request, and acknowledged the improvements that have been made t o the site. He explained that the Planning and Zoning Board does not have the authori ty to allow the applicant’s request at this time. He suggested that although the business being requested is not feasible at this location, perhaps the applicant could consider a di fferent site for his business. Mr. Tralle explained that the Comprehensive Plan is the city’s guide for zoning, etc. He reiterated that the Metropolitan Council will not give the cit y permission to make changes until the plan is approved. Mr. Tralle stated that the appli cant was informed by staff that these requests would probably be denied. Staff noted that the addition that was constructed to the entrance of the building was not installed according to building code requirements. Mr. Kozhokor distributed photos of the building entrance that was constructed. Chair Tralle opened the Public Hearing at 7:07 p.m. Mr. Tralle noted that an email was submitted to the board by an anonymous resident regarding the request. Mr. Tralle noted that email s should include resident names in order for addressing the issue at public meetings. Terry Johnson, 987 Maple Street, asked if the P&Z B oard would read the letter. Chair Tralle stated that he would not read the emai l because it was anonymously submitted. Planning & Zoning Board July 14, 2010 Page 3 APPROVED MINUTES Kevin Hedger, 862 Maple Street, stated that the nei ghbors really do appreciate the improvements to the property, but they do not want the use increased to a car lot. Mr. Pogalz made a MOTION to close the Public Hearin g at 7: 12p.m. Motion was supported by Mr. Nelson. Motion passed 5-0. Chair Tralle commented that the Planning & Zoning B oard wants to encourage business in the city, but explained that the city has regula tions that must be met to protect the residents. Mr. Pogalz made a MOTION to recommend denial of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment to change the land use designation from L ow Density Sewered Residential to Commercial, Rezone from Rural to General Busines s, Conditional Use Permit for an Outdoor Sales Lot, and a Variance to allow the expa nsion of a non-conforming structure, in order to allow the addition of automobile sales to an existing auto repair shop and the construction of an enclosed entrance addition at 90 9 Maple Street. Motion was supported by Mr. Root. Motion carried 4-1. (Nelson voting na y.) B. PUD Final Plan/Final Plat for Preserve at Lino Lake s City Planner Jeff Smyser presented the staff report . Staff explained that extension of the final plan/fi nal plat for this project was previously approved by the city council. Mr. Smyser stated that a trail and boardwalk were i ncluded in the preliminary plat for this project, and that the current developer is working with staff in an attempt to include these financially in the final plat. Staff is also worki ng with the developer in regards to the conservation easement. Staff noted that additional information has been re ceived by city staff since the writing of the staff report. Though the application is still incomplete, staff is recommending approval of the application for final plat with the condition that all conditions must be met prior to city council action. The engineer, Dave Nash, 14800 28 th Ave N., Plymouth, and the developer, Joel Schwieters, 13925 Fenway Blvd N, Hugo, were present . The developer stated that they are willing to include the boardwalks at no additio nal cost. He added that financing will likely prevent them from starting the project befor e next spring. The Board thanked the representatives. The develop er thanked staff for their cooperation. Mr. Nelson made a MOTION to approve the PUD Final P lan/Final Plat for Preserve at Lino Lakes, with an added condition stating that th e trail or a portion of the planned trail to be built per the preliminary plat. Motion was s upported by Mr. Root. Motion carried 5-0. Planning & Zoning Board July 14, 2010 Page 4 APPROVED MINUTES VII. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. None VIII. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Pogalz made a MOTION to adjourn the meeting at 7:53 p.m. Motion was supported by Mr. Laden. Motion carried 5 - 0. Respectfully submitted, Dawn Bugge Community Development Assistant