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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/17/1981 P&Z MinutesDiu Planning and Zoning June 17, 1981 /yLe" The rekul'ar meeting of the Lino Lakes Planning and Zoning Board was called to order•'on June 17, 1981, at 7:30 P.M. by Chairman Bathke, Members present; Swistoski, Doocy, Flannery, Prokop. Absent; Klaus, Johnson. Mr. Prokop moved to approve the minutes of May 20, 1981 as presented. Seconded by Mr. Swistoski. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schumacher presented the actions of the Council in reference to the items presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Schumacher pointed out the requirements of the new animal ordinance reducing the animal unit to Z per acre. He also reported on the plans for the upgrading of Highway #8 by Anoka County. SPECIAL USE PERMIT - WOLTERS This is for the construction of a commercial building in Carole's Estates II. There was discussion on the requirements of the Anoka County Highway Department in relationship to the driveway into this property. There was also some discussion on the setback of the building with the Planning and Zoning Board suggesting this conform to the existing buildings. It was pointed out this is a one man operation with no retail sales. This is basically a shop for his well drilling operation. There was discussion of driveway surfacing, screening along the rear of the lot, with the suggestion of a second row of trees, this had been before RCWB and received their approval of the on -site system and drainage plans, the matter of the fence and if it has a security arm, the arm should be to the inside, and the fact there is no plans for the expansion of this business in the future. Mr. Flannery moved to recommend approval of this well drilling shop per Mr. Short's letter with the exception of the set back requirement. Seconded by Swistoski. Motion carried unanimously. ICE CREAM PARLOR - KUNTZER Mr. Short's letter was considered. This use is consistent with the land use, but he had raised the question of possible problems with this building being located between a liquor store and the 49 Club. He wondered about teenage vandalism in the parking lots and the possibility of juvenile intrusion in the liquor establishments. There was discussion on possible traffic problems - particularly with the smaller children who could walk or bike to the shop. There was a suggestion of installing some posts to define an entrance and an exit for the parking lot. The feeling of the Board was that there should be some barrier or baricade to separate the parking area of the 49 Club from this area. There was a question on the operating hours and it was indicated they would be open from 10:00 A.M. to 10:00 /11:00 P.M. ti, There was much discussion on the parking and the problems that could result. Mr. Short had suggested additional lighting for the parking area. Mr. Bathke summarized the discussion in that the proposed use is generaly acceptable except for the close proximity to the 49 Club, with suggestions Planning and Zoning Board June 17, 1981 Page Two that there be control of the parking lot, and that the kids be kept away from the 49 Club. Mr. Prokop moved to recommend approval of this special use permit pending acceptable solution to the parking lot problem, the question of fencing between the 49 Club and this area and the lighting be taken care of. Seconded by Mr. Doocy. Mr. Prokop said he would like to the leave the type of barrier as an open ended suggestion. Motion carried unanimously. A recess was called at this point in the meeting. The meeting reconvened. SPECIAL USE PERMIT - JOHN LeBLOND Mr. Short's comment were read and discussed. There was a suggestion that the entrance should be cleared with the Anoka County Highway Department. Mr. Schumacher reported that he has been working with the State on the access problem in the area. This material does not have to be submitted to the County. The parking requirements, driveway surfacing, landscaping and storm water run -off was discussed and suggestions made to Mr. LeBlond for the submission of this material. Mr. LeBlond was questioned on the possible expansion and he replied that he had no plans for the expansion of the building and if the parking needed to be expanded, it would be in front of the building. Mr. Swistoski moved to recommend approval of the Clinic per Mr. Short's IIIletter to identifying the landscaping, locating the drainage. Seconded by Mr. Flannery. Mr. Prokop amended the motion to include paragraph 2, item 4. Mr. Bathke asked for type of surfacing on the driveway to be noted. He pointed out that Class 5 has been allowed. These amendments were acceptable. Motion carried unanimously. SPECIAL USE PERMIT- NORTH NORTHEAST REALTY This is a request for an amended special use permit to add a second floor to the existing office building. Mr. Bathke asked if this would increase the number of persons in the building and Mr. Blackbird said, Not at the present time. Mr. Torp, adjacent property owner, had some questions about the screening. Mr. Paulson, another property owner, presented his concerns, There was discussion of the septic system - is it large enough to handle additional personnel? Mr. Blackbird said there would be no additional personnel at this time. Mr. Flannery asked if this was to be used exclusively by North Northeast and Mr. Blackbird said, Yes. Mr. Flannery wondered if there was any con- sideration of this being used as a professional building and Mr. Balckbird said at the present time, this building will be used only by North Northeast. • Mr. Prokop moved to recommend approval of the amended special use permit for El Rehbine & Son with the stipulation that two rows of short needle pines be planted on the line of abutting property owners and that a bumper be installed on the Tom Thumb property line the question of the storm drainage from the parking lot to abutting property be satisfied Planning and Zoning Board June 17, 1981 Page Three • Mr. Flannery asked that the landscaping plan be in detail with a time frame for completion. The motion was seconded by Mr. Swistoski. Mr. Doocy was concerned with the drainage problem, he felt this problem had been before the Council some time ago and he thought this matter had been tanken care of at that time. Motion carried unanimously. FEASIBILITY PRESENTATIONS - TWILIGHT III $ IV Mr. Blackbird presented the proposal for the platting of these two parcels of land for Planning and Zoning information and suggestions. This is not a preliminary - he is asking if it is feasible to plat in the manner that is proposed. There was discussion on the topography of the land, the existing streets, the reasons why the lots are laid out in the manner they are, and some problems that should be considered. The general consensus of the Planning and Zoning Board was that there needs to be more work done on these designs per the suggestions made at this meeting. • VARIANCE - KLIMEK This is for a long driveway of approximately 500 feet. Mr. Bathke pointed out that the maintenance of the driveway for emergency vehicles is the responsibility of the property owner. Mr. Flannery reported that he has walked this land and the only building- site is on the rear of the lot thus necessitating the long driveway. Mr. Flannery said the proposed location of the driveway will need to be raised due to the fact of the low lands in the front of the lot. Mr. Schumacher questioned the use of the 30' easement as a private driveway. Could the owner, sometime in the future, come to the City and demand that the City maintain this since it is on City Property? There was some discussion of this point. Mr. Schumacher will consult with the City Attorney on this matter. Mr. Doocy moved to recommend approval of this driveway as presented, with the stipulations that the owner be responsible for the maintenance of the driveway and that it be kept free and clear for emergency vehicles, and that the fill dirt be brought in. Seconded by Mr. Swistoski. Motion carried with Mr. Flannery abstaining. VARIANCE - GEORGE TAYLOR • Mr. Taylor had originally applied for a soecial use permit for a car lot. Due to the complexity of the situation of the land being located in a commercial zone with surrounding residential land use. Mr. Taylor had appeared before the Council with the request that his $50.00 administrative fee on the Special Use Permit be transferred to a variance for the construc- tion of a residential home on that lot. The Council had approved this Planning and Zoning Board June 17, 1981 Page. Four. request and asked that he appear before. the Planning and Zoning Board with his request for a variance to construct a residential home in a commercial zone. This matter was to have been on this agenda but had not been included. Mr. Schumacher presented this information to the Planning and Zoning Board. This is a lot of record and is consistent with the surrounding land use. Mr. Prokop moved to recommend approval of this variance for residential in a commercial zone. Seconded by Mr. Doocy. Motion carried unanimously. SPECIAL USE PERMIT - LUTHER'S SPORT SHOP Mr. Aurandt appeared before the Board with the information that the Sport Shop is installing a chain link fence around his property to store the boats. This special use permit request if for the installation of a security arm with barbed wire. This arm will be angled to the inside of the fence. Mr. Bathke pointed out the problems the City has had with the storage of the boats and trailers on the street and the use of the Park parking lot for employee parking. Mr. Bathke felt that one of the stipulations that should be attached to this special use permit is that ALL boats, trailers, and any other equipment be stored on his property at all times. Mr. Schumacher pointed out taht notices have to be sent to the surrounding • property owners. He felt that the special use permit could be approved at this meeting, but no action will be taken by the Council until those persons have been notified, therefore it will not be on the Agenda until July 13, 1981. Mr. Flannery moved to recommend approval of this installation of the fence with the security arm slanted inward with the stipulation that all storage of this property be completely contained within the fenced area with the exception of daytime display of equipment. Seconded by Mr. Doocy. The motion was amended to include the notification of property owners before the final decision is made by Council. Motion carried unanimously. There was no Old Business. Under New Business, The Planning and Zoning Commission asked the Council to study the feasibility of Pedistrian Crossing signs near the two proposed Ice Cream Parlors. Mr. Bathke also asked that the minutes include his resignation as a member of the Planning and Zoning Commission due to conflict with his business. Mr. Prokop asked that the minutes include the Board's appreciation of the work that Mr. Bathke has put into this Board. •Mr. Flannery said he had only been on the Board for only a short time but every meeting has involved a conflict of interst and he said it is almost impossible for his to serve without a conflict of interest and he presented his resignation . He said he would be very happy to serve on another Board but it is impossible to serve as a member of the Planning and Zoning. Mr. Prokop moved to adjourn. Seconded by Mr. Doocy. Aye 11:30 P.M.