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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/09/2000 P&Z Minutesugust 9, 2000 :30 P.M. 43 .M. orlon P Lane (arrived at'6 :32 p.m.), Raffer chilling; Schaps, and Zych nson tsity Planner Smyser, City Engineer Powell (part); and Economic Development Director Brian Wessel `! (part), Nla Kay Wyland, Planning Coordinator • • Planning & Zoning Board August 9, 2000 Page 1 CITY OF LINO LAKES PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MINUTES DATE TIME STARTED : r: TIME ENDED MEMBERS PRESEN I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Chair Schaps called the Lino Lakes Planni p.m., August 9, 2000. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — J Board meeting to order at 6:30 Mr. Rafferty requested a co • v o Jude his comment during the conclusion of the discussion on the Tree Pr -� Ordnance to indicate that if all of that is required, then maybe it is just n• ti . •se be. Mr. Zych made a of the Lino Lakes Motion carried 5 -0. approve the revised minutes of the July 12, 2000, meeting and Zoning Board, and was supported by Mr. Schilling. Ms. Lane arrived at 6:32 p.m. III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Chair Schaps advised that due to staff involvement in a Council workshop, the first item for consideration will be Item F, Public Hearing (Continuation),Ordinance 09 -00, Tree Preservation Ordinance. The agenda was approved. IV. OPEN MIKE Chair Schaps declared Open Mike open at 6:33 p.m. Planning & Zoning Board August 9, 2000 Page 2 No one was present for Open Mike. Mr. Schilling made a MOTION to close Open Mike at 6:34 p.m., and was supported by Mr. Corson. Motion carried 6 -0. Due to staff involvement at a Council worksession, Chair Schaps explained that Items F and G would be considered first. Once staff was available, Item A would be considered. V. ACTION ITEMS F. PUBLIC HEARING (Continuation), Town Center Development Standards Chair Schaps declared the public hearing reopened at 7:35 p.m. Staff noted the Planning & Zoning Board opened the public on the new standards at the April meeting and kept it open to allow extensive dis d public input. No additional developers have expressed an interest in pres �''n • �, o ation. The Economic Development Advisory Committee met on 0 for further discussion of the proposed standards and voted on rg" dation. Staff advised that their recommended revisions have been in d. was explained that due to the application for grant funds, it is now ne 3 ther the Town Center project. Staff recommended the Board adopt the e nt statement as outlined in the staff report. Staff explained that once the s •� s,F• s ar ndorsed, the Metropolitan Council will be so advised and the grant fu Staff noted the revisions have been identified in the standards by strik • s derlined wording as well as the inclusion of an index of revisions made. Mr. Corson asked if th Smyser stated that is c changed. ed have not changed from the initial discussion. Mr. he outer boundaries of the Town Center have not been Mr. Corson noted a vious presentation related to integration of housing densities and asked if that would b implemented on the north side as well. Mr. Smyser presented a map of the Town Center and noted the language revision from a restrictive statement on the Land Use Plan to indicate the boundaries shown on the land use plan are approximate and that as long as the development conforms to the regulating plan, boundaries may change based on detailed site analysis. Mr. Smyser identified the land area that was included in the concept submitted for the Livable Communities Grant. He noted the overall residential densities will need to be maintained, however, the boundaries of those densities are flexible. Mr. Corson asked if the grant would apply to the entire area. Mr. Smyser pointed out the southern area where the grant would be focused and stated he is unsure if those funds could be transferred to the northern area. Mr. Zych reviewed the language revision on Page 12 and asked if the bank and clinic were included in the Highway Commercial zone. Mr. Smyser pointed out the location of • Planning & Zoning Board August 9, 2000 Page 3 those uses and stated they would be changed to Highway Commercial on the map since those uses were similar to the uses designed for vehicle access rather than pedestrian access. Mr. Zych asked about the Rehbein property which is also identified to be added to the Highway Commercial District. Mr. Smyser pointed out the Rehbein property located to the south of the bank and clinic which would be changed to Highway Commercial since it abuts the highway and would likely be designed primarily for vehicle access.. Mr. Zych asked if the County wants additional access for the highway. Mr. Smyser stated the County will not allow another access to Lake Drive. Mr. Zych asked if the plan indicates there will be limited access to these Highway Commercial parcels. Mr. Smyser pointed out the access locations from Lake Drive, noting this is under County jurisdiction. However, access from City Streets is a City decision. Mr. Schilling asked what the next step is if the standards ar ± dor . Mr. Smyser stated it would be presented to the City Council with a reco �E ''`da£ they approve the same endorsement statement. Public hearings woul with the Board in September and then returned with a recommendati Council. He stated the commercial areas were highlighted by most as < one ° s and he believed the residential areas would be easier to revise s a a�, less design and access issues. Mr. Smyser stated they will still need to r 'iew public streetscape issues to assure there are not too many restrictions or ectations. He stated the official rezoning process would then follo Ms. Lane asked if Mr. Fefer the Town Center. Mr. S the Town Center idea exit ramp with a doubl Town Center. M negotiations have uraging direct access from the interstate into ained that Mr. Fefercorn had suggested "stretching" the freeway entry ramp to align with the northbound ose being served to either enter the freeway or enter the ted staff has debated that option with MnDOT but those ded. Mr. Rafferty comme ed on the need to assure, as the City grows and the needs of the citizens are met, that the correct foundations are laid so a mistake is not made. He stated staff and the consultants deserve a lot of credit for the documents they drafted. However, while staff is comfortable with the standards and funding is being requested from the Metropolitan Council, he thinks the City is trying to put a stamp of approval on a document that is not, as yet, complete. Mr. Rafferty stated it may cost some dollars to assure the document is properly completed but he would support a continuation until all issues are "wrapped up." He stated he still has questions and does not believe he has been given enough time to raise those questions or debate the issues involved. Mr. Smyser stated staff's concern is funding of $1.5 million and if the opportunity is lost, it would be a large impact. He stated staff is not requesting formal adoption but, rather, an endorsement. Mr. Smyser stated it is very clear this is in no way a final stamp of approval but the indication would be support for this direction and concept. He asked if the Board would like to revise the language of the suggested endorsement. Mr. Smyser Planning & Zoning Board August 9, 2000 Page 4 reported that Lino Lakes' grant was highly ranked by the Metropolitan Council and the final funding decision will be made next month. Mr. Rafferty suggested that continuing the public hearing would not result in a formal approval but would show support of endorsement. He asked if the Metropolitan Council requires the document to be finalized and stated the Board met for two and one -half months several times to discuss these issues and held public hearings on the town center but made no major changes were made. Mr. Rafferty stated he felt the presentation by Mr. Fefercorn took the project intention in another direction. Mr. Wessel clarified nothing improper is being done and staff is not suggesting adoption but, rather, endorsement. He explained this is the public input portion of the process and the City has been following a very public process with the grant application. However, the work is behind schedule and this issue needs to be moved forward. Mr. Wessel stated the planning funds to develop these standards makes it posse eligible for the implementation funds. The review for the implementation rrently underway and would totally fund the implementation of the livabl Wessel stated in early September, the next cut will b that the Lino Lakes grant is currently ranked numb Center is vital and the staff request is for an in presented to the City Council. He noted th standards, even following the Council's e orse nt. s regulations. Mr. grant funding, advising ated he believes the Town f a ' ection which can be can continue to occur to the Chair Schaps agreed the considera ordinance will be presented bef e forum to raise the valid conc endorsement statement be e draft" Town Center st requirements. rsement only, noting the zoning rior to adoption which will provide another been expressed tonight. He suggested the o indicate the endorsement is of the "preliminary and at the City may revise specific "language and" Staff indicated the language would be acceptable. Chair Schaps stated ile he is comfortable with the basic framework of the standards, there are issues that remain unresolved, such as the sign regulations. In response to Mr. Zych, Mr. Wessel explained that the Comprehensive Plan was to have been adopted by December of 1998, however that has not occurred. He stated that while it would be best to have the Comprehensive Plan in place prior to ordinance amendments, that may not occur and this process needs to move forward. Ms. Lane indicated her support to endorse the standards. She asked if the normal process would be followed for these considerations, to assure the Board is included in that process. Mr. Smyser stated the Board will be included in that process. Ms. Lane asked that the Board receive updates as that process is followed. • • • Planning & Zoning Board August 9, 2000 Page 5 Mr. Schilling stated he does not believe an endorsement will "tie the hands" of the Board but, rather, this is in the schematic and design phase for the final document. He indicated support for endorsement. Mr. Rafferty stated he would like to clarify that there was nothing in his statements to indicate something improper was being done. He stated he fully endorses what the staff has done but Page 3, the summary of recommended changes to the Town Center Standards, was not received until the meeting packet arrived and he would have appreciated receiving the information ahead of time so there was enough time for review and to ask questions. Based on that and rewording of the endorsement, he indicated he would support endorsement. Chair Schaps asked if anyone would like to make comment. Ms. Lane made a MOTION to close the public hearing at 7:1 ;; and was supported by Mr. Corson. Motion carried 6 -0. Mr. Corson made a MOTION to endorse the prelimi as recommended by staff with the understanding th language and requirements in the standards. (T temporarily pulled from the standards for f of the process for amending the City's zo Town Center zoning district, and was Town Center standards ay revise specific ge ' °eandards [Section 3.8] will be ) Revisions would occur as part ance to include standards for a new Ms. Lane. Motion carried 6 -0. G. PUBLIC HEARING, Cod Ordinance Chair Schaps declared t ) Ordinance 09 -00, Tree Preservation Baring reopened at 7:20 p.m. Staff reviewed th . ar•. st consideration of the proposed Tree Preservation Ordinance. He re after the last meeting, staff analyzed a hypothetical development with d to the requirements of the draft Tree Preservation Ordinance. The site analyzed is out 7.7 acres including road right -of -way and 17 lots. Staff presented their findings and recommended the public hearing be continued to allow staff to pursue this analysis further for presentation at the September meeting. Ms. Lane made a MOTION to continue the public hearing to September 13, 2000 to allow the staff to complete its analysis and recommendation, and was supported by Mr. Schilling. Motion carried 6 -0. Mr. Smyser thanked the audience for their patience, noting staff is now available to present the staff reports for Items A -E. A. Steve Benesch, 8251 Lake Drive, Minor Subdivision Staff presented the application by Steve Benesch for a minor subdivision at 8251 Lake Drive that would add a 1,777 square foot triangle (24' x 144') to his existing parcel of property in order to correct an encroachment onto the neighbor's property created when a Planning & Zoning Board August 9, 2000 Page 6 garage slab was placed over the property line. The property owner at 8255 Lake Drive has a "flag lot" with 2.35 acres and has agreed to sell this triangular parcel to the applicant. The applicant's parcel is .72 acres in size and the driveway is located on the northerly side of the 50 -foot strip of property. Staff noted the location of the mature trees and septic system and recommended approval of the minor subdivision with the four conditions outlined in the staff report. Chair Schaps asked the applicant if he would like to make comment. Steve Benesch, applicant, stated his neighbor is in full support of this request. It was noted that Dave Stoppelman was present in the audience to comment, if needed. Ms. Lane made a MOTION to approve the request of Steve Benesch for a minor subdivision at 8251 Lake Drive that would add a 1,777 square foot triangle (24' x 144') to his existing parcel of property in order to correct an encro �� t onto the neighbor's property, with the following conditions: 1. Proper building permits are issued prior to a 2. The minor subdivision shall be recorded wi any building permits. 3. Additional right -of -way shall be de reconstruction of Lake Drive if re way shall be dedicated from building permits. 4. No park dedication shall onstruction. unty prior to issuance of County for the future the County. This additional right -of- property prior to issuance of any ith this minor subdivision. The motion was supporte � ��`�' afferty. Motion carried 6 -0. B. Steve Kraus, Staff presented th a 40' x 40' (1,600 s The property is zone ood Duck Trail, Variance on by Steve Kraus for a variance to allow the construction of t.) detached garage in front of his home at 8025 Wood Duck Trail. ural and guided for low - density unsewered residential development in the draft Comprehensive Plan. According to the Zoning Ordinance, Mr. Kraus is allowed a total of 3,600 square feet of accessory building space on his 3.25 acres. Construction of this proposed structure will bring his total accessory building space to 2,384 square feet which is well within the requirements of the Ordinance. The Zoning Ordinance also provides that "No detached accessory structure shall be closer to the front lot line than the principal building or its attached garage." Thus, the variance requested is to allow the accessory building in front of the principal building. Staff pointed out the location of the trees on this lot and presented the rationale required to be found when considering a variance. Staff advised that Wood Duck Trail was added to the MSA system so if reconstructed to those standards, an additional ten feet of right -of -way would be needed at that time. Thus, the request for the garage to be relocated an additional ten feet towards the west. Staff recommended approval subject to the two conditions outlined in the staff report. • Planning & Zoning Board August 9, 2000 Page 7 • Chair Schaps asked the applicant if he would like to make comment. • Steve Krause, applicant, stated he did not know the right -of -way was an issue until he received the staff report. He stated he understands the reason for this request in case the roadway is improved but he is not necessarily in agreement due to the location of his well and low drainage area. Mr. Krause stated the proposed location is higher in elevation so he would prefer that it not be relocated. Chair Schaps explained the concern of the City to assure the garage meets the required setbacks should the roadway be improved and widened. He asked if meeting this requirement will be a problem. Mr. Krause stated he has placed 32 dump loads of dirt in his proposed location and more fill would be needed to relocate the garage. Also, trees would have to be removed to assure proper drainage is maintained. Mr. Krause stated the d • area has also been filled. Ms. Lane asked if it is feasible to drive over the area elf s. Wyland stated a distance needs to be maintained from the location o Mr. Schilling asked if this size of garage is heated, and used for his wood working h been completed in preparation for the Mr. Krause reviewed his work purchasing the property in J was provided over the tele told that the accessory Mr. Rafferty ask requests. Chair S ause stated it is, it would be stated all of the fill and grading have to learn the setback requirements prior to 0. Ms. Wyland stated the general information t a site plan was not provided and Mr. Krause was not d not be placed in front of the house. is the establishment of a precedent for future similar d that is a concern. Ms. Lane made a M S`' ION to approve the request of Steve Kraus for a variance to allow the construction of a 40' x 40' (1,600 sq. ft.) detached garage in front of his home at 8025 Wood Duck Trail, with the following conditions: 1. Proper building permits are obtained prior to any construction. 2. The accessory building is located 50' from the current front property line on Wood Duck Trail. The motion was supported by Mr. Corson. Motion carried 6 -0. Since City Engineer Powell was not available, staff requested that Item D be considered next. Item C will be considered when Mr. Powell is available. Planning & Zoning Board August 9, 2000 Page 8 D. PUBLIC HEARING, (Continuation), Twin City Fabrication, 295 Apollo Drive, Site Plan Review and Conditional Use Permit Chair Schaps declared the public hearing reopened at 7:47 p.m. Staff presented the application by Twin City Fab, Inc. for Site Plan Review and Conditional Use Permit for construction of a metal fabricating business in the private Apollo Business Center. Some outdoor storage on a limited basis will be needed which requires a Conditional Use Permit. The Planning & Zoning Board considered the project at the July 12, 2000 meeting and continued the public hearing for the CUP. The applicant has submitted a revised grading and utility plan. Staff reviewed their analysis of the building and site issues and noted the requirements that must be met to consider a Conditional Use Permit. Staff recommends approval subject to the 11 conditions as outlined in the staff report. Chair Schaps asked the applicant if he or his engineer woul :� ake comment. Gary Nordness, representing the applicant, stated th �. taff's recommendations and the engineering plan submitt des curb and gutter. He stated they would like to discuss the Environm decommendation for prairie grass in the natural areas. He stated they ar co ng this recommendation but would like consideration of what they sus tte.. e explained this company is growing at about 20% a year and it is expecte. , ns ' will be needed in the future. Since the City does not have a formal or . e. ng prairie grass in the industrial areas, the applicant is requesting mane .,Fr front of the building. He stated the applicant is environmentally u d has dedicated the entire rear area as prairie grass. Mr. Nordness state.' s been very cooperative in working through this process, which they gr ?►l p w . te. Mr. Smyser state ildings along Apollo Drive currently have manicured lawns but the Environme has recommended some native prairie plantings on these two sites. He advis that staff is recommending approval of the plan as submitted. Mr. Nordness estimated the area of manicured lawn to be approximately 15 feet in width. Upon inquiry, he reviewed the status of the surrounding properties. Mr. Corson asked why prairie grass is being recommended rather than flowering species. Mr. Smyser stated the Environmental Specialist and Environmental Board have considered this plan and that is their recommendation. Mr. Corson reviewed the problems experienced with a Vadnais Heights property due to the need to burn off the plantings every several years. Cliff Reeder stated the first time he came to City Hall, he questioned when the landscaping would be completed. He stated he is spending a lot of money on this building and many of their customers come to the site on a daily basis so he would prefer to have a manicured appearing front lawn. Mr. Reeder stated his concern with the • Planning & Zoning B oard August 9, 2000 Page 9 • management of native prairie plantings since the City has not presented a clear plan in that regard. Mr. Nordness stated the front lawn area will be irrigated and the landscape architect and Environmental Specialist have recommended that the area of natural plantings not be irrigated. Ms. Lane noted staff's recommendation does not refer to a requirement for prairie grass. Mr. Smyser advised that the planting schedule is listed on the landscape plan. Ms. Lane stated her agreement that a native front lawn would not fit well with an industrial area. Mr. Schilling asked if galvanizing will occur on this site. Mr. Reeder stated they do no finishing in their building. Mr. Corson made a MOTION to close the public hearing at 8 • ., and was supported by Mr. Schilling. Motion carried 6 -0. Ms. Lane made a MOTION to approve application b i dab, Inc. for Site Plan Review and Conditional Use Permit for constructio fabricating business in the private Apollo Business Center, based on the r on ned in the staff report and with the following conditions: 1. A shared driveway agreement to Apollo Drive must be submitted for review and approval by �:� eer and recorded with the County. 2. An 8' chain link fence s�.1 +u he storage area and ivy planted on the east and west sides of the st.,:e area. 3. Approval of the sits . d conditional use permit is not an implied approval of signage. All sip ^ t_� sign permit and must comply with the sign ordinance. 4. Twenty -nine (2 'ng stalls shall be constructed as shown on the site plan, with adds area ailable as shown as "proof of parking" on the site plan. If the City de parking is a problem, the property owner shall construct additional p ��, ng. 5. The paved tru maneuvering area shall have curb around the perimeter. 6. All permits required by the Rice Creek Watershed District shall be obtained prior to grading. 7. Final utility, grading, and drainage plans must obtain approval from the City Engineer. 8. The City Engineer's concerns, included in the TKDA memo of July 29, 2000, must be addressed to his satisfaction. 9. Park dedication shall be paid per City policy. 10. Any additions to the building will require a new site plan review and, possibly, an amendment to the storage CUP. 11. Proper building permits must be obtained prior to any construction and 1% of the construction costs must be put in escrow to insure completion of all site improvements. Fire suppression sprinklers are required. 12. Removal of the requirement for native plantings on the Apollo Drive frontage. Planning & Zoning Board August 9, 2000 Page 10 The motion was supported by Mr. Schilling. Motion carried 6 -0. C. PUBLIC HEARING, (Continued) Gary Uhde, Apollo Business Center, Conditional Use Permit — Dirt Stockpile Chair Schaps declared the public hearing reopened at 8:09 p.m. Staff explained the project was originally considered by the Planning and Zoning Board on July 12, 2000, but the Public Hearing was continued. Since that time, the applicant has submitted additional detail and revised plans for the City's consideration. Staff presented the request of G.M. Development (Gary Uhde) for a Conditional Use Permit to develop an area known as the Apollo Business Center located east of Jon Avenue, between the 74th Street alignment and I -35W. It was noted that in order to provide fill to be sold to the Apollo Drive contractor, borrow pits were created in the Apollo Business Center. It was expected these pits would be later utilized as ater pond sites. In order to modify the location of the excavations, and to pro the proposed xcess of 80,000 ce states "When five ed or deposited on any lot d. a Sta ' presented their analysis of en conditions outlined in the building sites on Parcels D and E, the developer expect cubic yards of material. Section 12B of the City's Z thousand (5,000) or more cubic yards of material is or parcel, a Conditional Use Permit shall be re the request and recommended approval sub' staff report. Chair Schaps asked the applicant Meer would like to make comment. John Johnson, representing t able to attend. He thanke requirement for rock o three more people hav returning with th explained that Mr. Uhde is out of town and not their work on this application and advised that was now included on their plans. He reported that ssed interest in this development so he expects to be 'n the near future. Robert King, 198 ey Street, stated he lives adjacent to this site, on the west side. He stated his concern to aintain the berm strip that was discussed years ago when this was first zoned and that trees be planted on either side of the berm, not just on top of the berm, and that it be maintained. Mr. Johnson stated they were required to berm and screen the single family homes to the west and landscaping would be implemented as part of the site plan as the parcels develop, not at this time. However, they would put the earthen berm in place at this time. He reported that the Environmental Board recommended, after much discussion, that landscaping would be a better solution than a berm. However, the applicant does not think that would adequately screen headlights. Mr. King stated his main issue is to assure the berm is installed to prevent vehicle headlights from shining onto his property. • • • • Planning & Zoning Board August 9, 2000 Page 11 Mr. Powell stated the trees and landscaping of the berm is beyond the scope of the Conditional Use Permit under consideration. However, that can be addressed during consideration of the individual site plans. Ms. Lane made a MOTION to close the public hearing at 8:19 p.m., and was supported by Mr. Corson. Motion carried 6 -0. Ms. Lane asked about the comment of Mr. Johnson pertaining to rock and woodchips. Mr. Powell stated the City received a submittal after the meeting information had been sent so that condition may have been satisfied. Ms. Lane made a MOTION to approve the request of G.M. Development (Gary Uhde) for a Conditional Use Permit to develop an area known as the Apollo Business Center located east of Jon Avenue, between the 74th Street alignment and I -35W, with the following conditions: 1. A rock construction entrance must be included trol. Location and a detail are needed. 2. The permit must be acquired from the Rice e� shed District. 3. Any grading activity, including any hau ate -` als, is restricted to the City's allowed working hours as follows: Monday- Friday 7:1 .m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday •:Olt e .m. to 5:00 p.m. Sundays/Holidays ' working hours allowed 4. Provide a schedule, incl ion dates, for proposed grading. Interim completion dates can , • uture development sites. 5. A Letter of Credit ia. quired running to the City equal to 150% of the construction co 6. An escrow dep reimburse the City for the cost of periodic site visits would be requir 7. Any work t -of -way requires approval from Anoka County. The motion was supported by Mr. Rafferty. Motion carried 6 -0. D. PUBLIC HEARING, (Continuation), Twin City Fabrication, 295 Apollo Drive, Site Plan Review and Conditional Use Permit This item was considered earlier in the meeting. E. PUBLIC HEARING, (Continuation) Marmon Keystone, 265 Apollo Drive Site Plan Review and Conditional Use Permit Chair Schaps declared the public hearing reopened at 8:23 p.m. Staff presented the application by Marmon Keystone for Site Plan Review and Conditional Use Permit. The Planning & Zoning Board considered the project at the July 12, 2000 meeting and continued the public hearing for the CUP. The business processes Planning & Zoning Board August 9, 2000 Page 12 metal pipe and tubing. Some outdoor storage of pipe, tubing and other material will be needed, which requires a conditional use permit. Staff presented their analysis of the application and findings required for consideration of a Conditional Use Permit. Staff recommended approval subject to the 12 conditions as outlined in the staff report. Chair Schaps asked the applicant if he or his engineer would like to make comment. John Johnson, representing the applicant, stated they have one issue related to the requirement for prairie grass. He presented the site plan, noting there is less impervious surface on this site but it is used for infiltration basins on either side of the buildings. Mr. Johnson stated the applicant's concern is how to maintain prairie grass alongside of the building since it cannot be burned off. However, the applicant is willing to maintain prairie grass in the rear ponding area. Paul Nolan, construction manager for the project, reviewed t alongside the building and abutting Apollo Drive which will be sodded a ned. He stated a landscape plan was submitted which identifies si nific 1 � ong the roadways, that will be truck irrigated the first year. Chair Schaps asked what this applicant does. tated Marmon Keystone is a pipe distributor and is currently located in `.�in 30,000 square feet. Mr. Rafferty inquired regarding the p Mr. Johnson stated the storage are than would be allowed, and wo provide screening. or storage and how it will be screened. 20,000 square feet, considerably less ith chain link and planted with ivy to Ms. Lane asked where iv ntings would be located. Mr. Johnson pointed out areas behind the drive d part of the erosion control along the pond bank. Mr. Rafferty state ern is that a smaller manicured area is being proposed for irrigation but the 1 manicured area is not being proposed for irrigation. He stated his concern that the un -i igated area will not be properly maintained if irrigation is not being installed. In this case, he suggested that prairie plantings may be a better option since it is not being irrigated. Mr. Nolan asked about the difference in appearance of native prairie grass and a manicured lawn area He stated they would use a grass mix that is conducive to the soils present. Chair Schaps asked if the proposal is to use a thick bladed grass. Mr. Nolan stated they are working with City staff to assure the right grass type is selected and will till and incorporate black dirt into the top soil. Mr. Johnson stated they will be looking for a drought tolerant grass seed which may go dormant but not die. He stated the applicant's concern is how to maintain a prairie grass planting if it cannot be properly burned off. • • • Planning & Zoning Board August 9, 2000 Page 13 Chair Schaps noted the great variety and number of trees being proposed, which are expensive varieties. Mr. Schilling concurred and noted this plan proposes more extensive plantings which may offset the concern of aesthetics. Mr. Schilling made a MOTION to close the public hearing at 8:39 p.m., and was supported by Mr. Corson. Motion carried 6 -0. Ms. Lane made a MOTION to approve the application by Marmon Keystone for Site Plan Review and Conditional Use Permit, with the following conditions: 1. A shared driveway agreement for the access to Apollo Drive must be submitted for review and approval by the City Engineer and rec •. ith the County. 2. Approval of the site plan and Conditional Use Pe ; not implied approval of signage. All signs require a sign permit and tic •a 4t ith the sign ordinance. 3. Twenty -nine (29) parking stalls shall be con with additional area available as shown plan. If the City determines parkin construct additional parking. 4. The recycling bin must be scr staff review before City Co 5. Shoebox lighting fixture light the western port 6. The paved truck 7. Outdoor storag wood. 8. The City er ncerns, included in the TKDA memo of July 28, 2000, must be ad his satisfaction. 9. All permits uired by the Rice Creek Watershed District shall be obtained prior to grading. 10. Final utility, grading, and drainage plans must obtain approval from the City Engineer. 11. Park dedication shall be paid per City policy. 12. Proper building permits must be obtained prior to any construction and 1% of the construction costs must be put in escrow to insure completion of all site improvements. Fire suppression sprinklers are required. 13. Removal of the native planting requirements except for the north and east portions of the site. own on the site plan, e p king if required" on the site , the property owner shall ion of screening must be submitted for An additional fixture shall be added to rage area. g area shall have curb around the perimeter. of be railroad ties or creosote - treated or penta- treated The motion was supported by Mr. Schilling. Motion carried 5 -1 (Corson). Mr. Corson stated his support for requiring irrigation along Apollo Drive. Planning & Zoning Board August 9, 2000 Page 14 F. PUBLIC HEARING, (Continuation) Town Center Development Standards G. PUBLIC HEARING, (Continuation) Ordinance 09 -00, Tree Preservation Ordinance These items were considered earlier in the meeting. VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS None. VII. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Schilling made a MOTION to adjourn the meeting at 8:43 p.m., and was supported by Mr. Rafferty. Motion carried 6 -0. Respectfully submitted, Carla Wirth, Recording Secretary TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. • • •