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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/13/1995 P&Z Minutes• • • PLANNING & ZONING BOARD September 13, 1995 CITY OF LINO LAKES PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MINUTES I. DATE : September 13, 1995 TIME STARTED : 6:35 p.m. TIME ENDED : 7:30 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Gelbmann, Herr, Johnson, Mesich, Schaps, Schones MEMBERS ABSENT Robinson ALSO PRESENT : Planning Coordinator Wyland, Planning Consultant Brixius, Building Official Kluegel CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Ed Schones made a MOTION to approve the minutes of the August 9, 1995 meeting as submitted and was supported by Rick Gelbmann. All voted aye. Motion carried. III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: There were no changes or additions to the agenda. IV. OPEN MIKE: Chair Schaps declared the Open Mike portion of the meeting opened at 6:39 p.m. No one approached the Board at this time. Ed Schones made a MOTION to close the Open Mike portion of the meeting and was supported by Tom Mesich. All voted aye. Motion carried. Open Mike portion was closed at 6:39 p.m. V. PLANNING ITEMS: A. 95 -25 -S, Diary Queen, 7960 Lake Drive, Site Plan Review. Planning Coordinator Wyland presented a staff report outlining a request for site plan review. Mr. Ronald Hoffman has purchased the property at 7960 Lake Drive, south /east corner of Lake and James, and would like to construct a Dairy Queen. Ms. Wyland noted the proposed building is designed to meet the setback requirements of the Zoning Code. The drive - through lane, however, is shown as five foot from the property line and a ten foot setback is required. She recommended that the ten foot setback be maintained and those waiting for service be directed toward the parking area on the east side of the building. • • • PLANNING & ZONING BOARD September 13, 1995 Ms. Wyland indicated a landscaping plan has been provided and reviewed by the City Forester who recommended some minor changes to the species selected for the south /west corner of the site to insure the height does not block visibility. Ms. Wyland noted the proposed construction will be a welcome addition to the Central Business District. The existing building is to be removed and the new construction should greatly enhance the looks of the area. Ms. Wyland noted staff would recommend the 28 +/- spaces would be adequate to serve the site. Ms. Wyland reported the owner's architect has reviewed these plans with MnDot and determined that access will be limited to James Street. An in /out driveway arrangement is provided. The City Engineer has concurred that this arrangement is acceptable. Ms. Wyland indicated staff would recommend and welcome approval of the Dairy Queen site plan with the following conditions: 1. A building permit shall be required prior to any construction. The permit fee shall include 1% of construction costs to insure completion of site improvements. 2. Sign permits shall be required for all signage. 3. A grading and drainage plan, signed by a certified engineer, shall be provided prior to issuance of any building permits and approved by the City Engineer. 4. The landscaping plan shall be reviewed and approved by the City Forester as to species type and location. 5. The parking area shall be paved with concrete curb and gutter according to City Standards. 6. Roof top heating and ventilating units shall be proper_iy screened. 7. The City Engineer shall review and approve the on -site septic plans. 8. Parking spaces shall be provided according to the staff recommended calculation. A minimum of 16 spaces shall be provided with handicapped parking according to ADA Rules and Regulations. Mr. Schones inquired as to where the septic system would be on the property. Ms. Wyland pointed out the location on the overhead transparency map. Mr. Schones asked how many feet would be required for the drainage system. Mr. Ronald Hoffman, petitioner, 2 PLANNING & ZONING BOARD September 13, 1995 • explained the sewer design and noted the system is over sized by 300 gallons and is rated at 600 gallons per day. • Mr. Hoffman noted the water usage is very minimal. Mr. Johnson inquired as to what will be done regarding the drive - through lane. Mr. Hoffman indicated they would comply with City requirements, if the ten foot setback is used, they would eliminate an escape lane in the drive through. He noted this is not preferred, but they would comply. Ms. Wyland questioned where deliveries would be made. Mr. Hoffman noted 85% of the deliveries are made prior to the opening of business, and they have only one supplier. There would be only one delivery, not several deliveries. Consulting Planner Brixius inquired if the delivery is by semi -truck and would they enter by James. Mr. Hoffman indicated this is correct. Mr. Brixius then suggested that a condition could be added requiring that deliveries be made "before hours ". Mr. Hoffman did not have a concern with that request. Mr. Brixius noted for observation, it is nice to have the escape lane in regard to the drive - through, to prevent stacking. Mr. Gelbmann inquired as to the property to the south. Ms. Wyland indicated it is the His /Hers Salon. Mr. Gelbmann inquired if there would be outdoor seating. Mr. Hoffman indicated they would set up a picnic area with tables in front of the building. Mr. Schones inquired if the adjacent property had been contacted regarding this application. Ms. Wyland indicated they had not been contacted, but the property has been for sale for some time. Ms. Wyland indicated they could be contacted prior to the City Council meeting. Mr. Mesich inquired if there would be a privacy fence for screening to the adjacent property. Ms. Wyland indicated this was reviewed, but it was staff's feelings that the trees were adequate screening. Mr. Mesich inquired if there is an in- between setback amount that could be used for the drive through lane. Mr. Ray Raffel architect for the project indicated it is preferred to have at least 19 feet. 3 • • PLANNING & ZONING BOARD September 13, 1995 Mr. Mesich inquired if the employees would be locally hired. Mr. Hoffman indicated there would be approximately 25 -30 employees hired from the area. Mr. Herr inquired if there are road restrictions on James Street. Ms. Wyland believed there are restrictions in the spring. Mr. Herr indicated in regard to the five foot setback, a variance should be granted to allow for the escape lane. Ed Schones made a MOTION to approve Application 95 -25 -S, Dairy Queen, 7960 Lake Drive, Site Plan Review subject to the conditions outlined by staff, and the additional conditional that deliveries be made "before hours ". He was supported by Rick Gelbmann. All voted aye. Motion carried. Ms. Wyland indicated this application will be before the City Council at their September 25, 1995 regular meeting. Mr. Brixius indicated the motion does not directly address the suggestion of a variance, a recommendation of variance would be appropriate. Ed Schones made a MOTION to approve a five foot setback variance for the southern property line and was supported by Guy Herr. Mr. Mesich expressed some concern for granting the variance. Mr. Brixius read the findings for a variance. He noted the site design complies with setback requirements off James Street. Chair Schaps indicated the Board would not want to take space from the parking lot or the sidewalk area. Further discussion was held regarding the variance and concurrence among the P & Z that the variance findings of fact could be justified in this case. The motion carried 5 -1 with Commissioner Johnson opposed. B. 95 -26 -S, Carl Buechler, 6974 Lake Drive, Site Plan Review to Move House into City. Planning Coordinator Wyland reviewed the staff report outlining the request for site plan review to move a home from 1 Willow Road in North Oaks onto a site at 6974 Lake Drive (two lots south of the Surfside Seaplan Base). 4 • • • PLANNING & ZONING BOARD September 13, 1995 Ms. Wyland noted the proposed dwelling can be located on the lot so as to conform to the setback requirements of the Zoning district and Shoreland Management Ordinance. The structure will be located on the lot to blend with the adjacent homes. In relations to the adjacent homes, the structure to be moved in appears to be of equal or greater value. Ms. Wyland indicated the Building Official has inspected the dwelling to be relocated and indicates that it is approximately 25 years old with a new cedar shake roof. The electrical and mechanical systems are up to code. Ms. Wyland indicated staff recommend approval of this request with the following conditions: 1. Proper building permits be obtained prior to construction. 2. Sewer and water utilities be extended to serve the site or an on -site system be designed by an authorized septic system designer and approved by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of any building permits. 3. The new dwelling shall be located on the lot so as to blend with the adjoining residential homes and conform to all setback requirements. Bill Johnson made a MOTION to approve Application 95-26 - S, Carl Buechler, 6974 Lake Drive, Site Plan Review to Move House into City and was supported by Rick.Gelbmann. All voted aye. Motion carried. VI. DISCUSSION: Ms. Wyland indicated the Commissioners should have received a final report from the 20/20 Vision Community Group. If the Board desires to have the chairman of the various committees scheduled at one of its meetings, staff could do so. Ms. Wyland noted the Park Board has scheduled discussion with the Parks Advisory Group Chairperson. Ms. Wyland indicated perhaps the Chair and Co -Chair of the Growth and Development Committee could present their recommendations and if the Board had any questions, they could ask at that time. Chair Schaps indicated that would be appropriate. Ms. Wyland also reported that the property owner and contractor have responded to her letter concerning placement of dirt on the corner of Birch and Hodgson Road. Apparently the stockpiling is very temporary in nature and should contain about 1400 cubic yards by • • • PLANNING & ZONING BOARD September 13, 1995 October lst. No permit has been required to date. Silt fence is currently surrounding the site and material is being hauled out on a regular basis. VII. ADJOURNMENT: Tom Mesich made a MOTION to adjourn the meeting at 7:30 p.m. and was supported by Bill Johnson. All voted aye. Motion carried. 6