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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/09/2014 P&Z Minutes APPROVED MINUTES CITY OF LINO LAKES PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MINUTES 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Acting Chair Hyden called the Lino Lakes Planning and Zoning Board meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. on April 9, 2014. Paul Tralle and Neil Evenson were not in attendance. 2. APROVAL OF AGENDA The Agenda was approved as presented. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: March 12, 2014 Mr. Root made a MOTION to approve the March 12, 2014 Meeting Minutes. Motion was supported by Mr. Laden. Motion carried 4 - 0. (Hyden abstained.) 4. OPEN MIKE Acting Chair Hyden declared Open Mike at 6:31 p.m. There was no one present for Open Mike. Mr. Evans made a MOTION to close Open Mike at 6:33 p.m. Motion was supported by Mr. Masonick. Motion carried 4 - 0. (Hyden abstained) DATE : April 9, 2014 TIME STARTED : 6:30 P.M. TIME ENDED : 7:23 P.M. MEMBERS PRESENT : Charles Evans, Michael Hyden (Vice Chair), Perry Laden, Lou Masonick, Michael Root MEMBERS ABSENT : Neil Evenson, Paul Tralle (Chair), STAFF PRESENT : Katie Larsen, Diane Hankee Planning & Zoning Board April 9, 2014 Page 2 APPROVED MINUTES 5. ACTION ITEMS A. PUBLIC HEARING for CENTURY FARM NORTH to consider: i. Rezone property at 7880 Sunset Ave (PID 07-31-22-23-0004) from R- Rural to PUD-Planned Unit Development ii. Amendment to the Development Stage Plan/Preliminary Plat of Century Farm North Katie Larsen, City Planner, presented the staff report. Staff recommended continuing the Public Hearing to allow time for staff to finalize details of the submittal. Board comments included: • Not in favor of three new houses in a parkland area. • Safety concerns that a straightened Robinson Drive will increase traffic speed. • Suggestion to vary the setbacks of the proposed homes along Robinson Drive. Acting Chair Hyden declared the Public Hearing open at 6:53 p.m. Applicant, Gary Uhde, Century Farm Development, apologized for the delay of this project. He noted that he would like to work with staff to address a few items as provided in the staff report. He stated that this is the last phase of the project. The project engineer, Chuck Plowe, Plowe Engineering, was present to address any engineering concerns. Chris Enger, 173 Century Trail, stated that he is already concerned about speed of traffic and safety issues on Century Trail. He is not in favor of adding construction equipment to existing traffic concerns. He asked if Robinson Drive could be developed first and used for construction traffic instead of Century Trail. He would like altercations to be avoided. Judy Lofstad, 191 Century Trail, stated concern for traffic and speed. She asked when Robinson Drive would be extended to the east or to the north and if Carl Street would ever be completed as an additional outlet for traffic. Mr. Uhde stated that he was asked to put up barricades to block traffic coming onto Robinson Drive. He stated that they could provide signage so that all construction trucks use Robinson Drive and not Century Trail for this project. He noted that they do not want to disrupt the existing neighborhood and will do everything they can to ensure that. Shane Chatleain, 119 Robinson Drive, stated that he likes the proposed plan. His main concern is traffic and speed. He likes the idea of a stop sign somewhere. He is concerned about safety of children playing in the area. He would love to see a park for the existing and future families. He asked about the drainage plan for the proposed houses. Planning & Zoning Board April 9, 2014 Page 3 APPROVED MINUTES Jeff Johnson, 48 Century Trail, said that he is excited about this development due to an additional outlet for traffic. He echoed the concerns of others regarding the safety of young children. He asked if there are any additional outlets proposed. He is also looking forward to seeing park development. The Board addressed public concerns: Acting Chair Hyden noted that the developer has agreed to alleviate construction traffic onto Century Trail with the use of Robinson Drive. Diane Hankee, Assistant City Engineer, stated that staff can look into traffic calming measures for the area, such as bump outs at trail crossings and vegetation requirements. Staff would need to determine if a stop sign is warranted. Ms. Hankee noted that curved roads can cause problems with maintenance and plows, as well as visibility challenges. Staff will work with the developer to mitigate traffic concerns. Ms. Larsen explained that the extension of Robinson Drive to the north or the east would be development driven; the road will continue as development occurs. Ms. Larsen was unsure of plans for the completion of Carl Street. Ms. Lofstad asked if it was accurate that Carl Street was planned for completion until neighbors complained and stopped the construction. She stated that the extension of Carl St. would alleviate traffic and asked if that could be explored by the city. Staff agreed to look into the completion of Carl Street. Ms. Hankee addressed drainage issues. She stated that a rear yard drainage system was a requirement by the city. Chuck Plowe, Plowe Engineering, explained the proposed drainage system , adding that the plan includes the construction of swales. Mr. Chatleain stated that he would like to see the drainage plan. Ms. Larsen displayed the drainage plan. Ms. Hankee agreed to further discuss any concerns of the resident. Mr. Chatleain asked if parking will be allowed on both sides of Robsinson Drive. He noted visibility issues on Century Trail when cars are parked on both sides of the street. Ms. Larsen addressed that typically 36 foot wide streets allow for parking on both sides of the street. She stated that staff can evaluate whether limiting parking to one side of the street is warranted. She added that Century Trail is a 36 foot wide road. Mr. Laden asked what the park plan is for this area. Planning & Zoning Board April 9, 2014 Page 4 APPROVED MINUTES Ms. Larsen responded that park development is financially driven. The park dedication funds for this project are proposed for trails. She added that funding is not available for additional park development. Mr. Evans was a former member of the Park Board and noted that funding is a major issue for the Park Board. Money for parks is dependent on new development park and park dedication fees. He stated that this area is on the city’s radar, but no money is available. He noted that additional funding will need to come from other means. Mr. Laden suggested that the City take a closer look at the Comprehensive Plan to determine when a tot-lot is more suitable than a trail for a neighborhood. Mr. Root suggested that the City revisit park dedication fees versus parkland. He added that there should be enough dollars submitted to develop a tot-lot and a trail in a development to serve a neighborhood. Ms. Larsen pointed out that a considerable amount of parkland was dedicated as part of this original development. She noted that only developable upland is credited for park dedication. Ms. Larsen pointed out that there would be no additional park dedication fees coming in if it were not for the additional proposed lots in this development. Mr. Laden made a MOTION at 7:17 p.m. to continue the Public Hearing to the next meeting. Motion was supported by Mr. Root. Motion carried 4 - 0. (Hyden abstained.) 6. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. Project Updates Katie Larsen, City Planner, provided an update of current city projects. Ms. Larsen mentioned that staff is still working to address signage. 7. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Laden made a MOTION to adjourn the meeting at 7:23 p.m. Motion was supported by Mr. Evans. Motion carried 4 - 0. (Hyden abstained.) Respectfully submitted, Dawn Bugge Community Development Assistant