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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/20/1981 P&Z MinutesPlannin, and Zoning May 20, 1981 The regular meetong of the Lino Lakes Planning and Zoning Board was called • to order at 7:30 P.M., May 20, 1981 by Mr. Doocy with Members Klaus, Swistoski, Flannery present. Johnson, Bathke and Prokop absent. Mr. Schumacher was also present. Mrs. Klaus moved to approve the minutes of April 15, 1981 as presented. Seconded by Mr. Swistoski. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schumacher reported on the actions of the Council in reference to the last Planning and Zoning Board's recommendations. VARIANCE - ROLSTAD This is for a variance to ordinance #78 for the splitting of a parcel of land containing 22 acres by metes and bounds. There was some discussion on the road right -of -way, the reasons for the splitting of the land and if there is a hardship of the land requiring this variance. Mr. Schumacher felt the intent of the ordinance was to controll the sub- dividing of large acreage into 22 acres and thus avoiding the platting process and the park dedication. Mr. Flannery moved to recommend to the Council approval of this variance. Seconded bik,,Mr. Swistoski. The motion was amended to require enough ^zn.0 footageblo accom ®date the 33' for the street right -of -way. This would necessitate the addition of front footage Vo in order to have a full 22 • acre lot exclussive of the right -of -way. This amendment was accepted and the Motion carried unanimously. VARIANCE - PELTIER This application is for a variance to Ord. #72 which sets a moratorium on subdivisions in the area where the land is located. This is not a sub- division - the reason for the moratorium. Mr. Schumacher explained this is a split of 101/2 acres from a 72 acre parcel. Mrs. Klaus moved to recommend to the Council approval of this variance for the transfer of 102 acres of land. Seconded by Mr. Swistoski. Motion carried unanimously. VARIANCE - BEHR. This a request for a driveway that will extend beyond the 300' limit. Mr. Schumacher noted this is a ten acre parcel and Mr. Schumacher asked why the driveway was entering onto Karth Road rather than Joyer Lane. It would appear this is merely a choice and he had no objections to entering Joyer Lane. Mr. Prokop arrived 8:14 P.M. He was informed of the matter before the Baord at this time. Mr. Doocy noted that the driveway will exit onto Joyer Lane rather than on • Karth Road. Mr. Prokop asked if the home could be constructed on another part of the lot or was this location chosen for a definite purpose? Mr. Flannery said he had walked the lot and the location of the structure is the highest point on the lot. Mr. Behr is planning an earth shelter home • • Planning and Zoning Board May 2Q, 1981 Page Two at that location. There was discussion on the length of the driveway, with Mr. Prokop objecting - he asked if there was a reason why this land could not be re- contoured in order to construct this house closer to the street? He did not approve of a driveway of this length. Mr. Behr said this is the best possible place for the home and there is a row of Pine trees that he does not want to disturb. Mr. Flannery felt this is private property and this owner should have the discretion to place the house where he wants. Mr. Flannery felt that this request should be approved. Mr. Swistoski moved to recommend approval of this variance for a long driveway. Seconded by Mr. Flannery. Motion carried with Mr. Prokop voting, No. SPECIAL USE PERMIT - WOLTERS This is for the construction of a building to be used as a well - drilling office and shop. The property is located in Carole's Estates II and a special use permit is required due to the absence of sewers in that area. There was discussion of screening on the West border of this lot to separate the commercial from the residential. Discussion in the area of what would be stored outside the building. Mr. Wolters said equipment would be parked at the site but all materials would be stored inside the building. There was discusison of lighting, sign permit, parking spaces and the completion of the parking area. Mr. Wolters said he had checked with the Anoka County Highway Department on the location of the driveway and they had no problems and will send their remarks in writing. Mr. Prokop felt that in view of the quesitons raised by the City Planner, and the members of the Planning and Zoning Board, this matters should be tabled until all the questions are answered in writing. Mr. Flannery felt this would be an eyesore to the surrounding residents and he felt this should be tightened up before consideration for approval. He felt the matter of the screening should be more definite. The general consensus of the Board was that Mr. Wolters, who had a copy of the Planner's comments, should follow these suggestions. He will be put on the next Planning and Zoning Board agenda. Mrs. Klaus moved to table consideration of this Special Use Permit. Seconded by Mr. Prokop. Motion carried unanimously. VARIANCE - LaROCQUE This variance requests is concerned with the transfer of title of a parcel of land of less than 22 by metes and bounds. Mr. LaRocque is requesting the splitting of a lot and the South portion to be sold to the property 410 owner to the South who is currently using the driveway and a portion of the land. These lands are located along Lake Drive, three lots North of the VFW. Mr. LaRocque owns lots to the North so it not leaving them with an under- sized parcel of land for their current operation of Contractor's Exchange, • Planning and Zoning Board May 20, 1981 Page Three . Mr. LaRocque said the remainder of the lot will be added to the lot to the North in order to avoid the existence of a lot that is unbuildable. Mr. Prokop moved to recommend approval of this varinace to Ord. #21A with the provision that the remaining portion of the Lot, designated as "A" be merged with the lot to the North and the portion designated as "B" be merged with the lot to the South thus eliminating the lot completely Seconded by Mrs. Klaus. Motion carried unanimously. ANIMAL CLINIC - LeBLOND - SPECIAL USE PERMIT Mr. LeBlond purchased a residential unit on Lake Drive just North of Skyline Autobody and has converted to an animal clinic. There were questions as to why the Board is considering this since the clinic is in operation. The reason is this is a commercial use in an unsewered area thus making a special use permit necessary. Mr. LeBlond said he was unaware of this requirement until his plans were too far along to cancel. There was some discussion as to the parking and the surfacing of the area. Mr. Prokop said the area is vague - he felt that this should be explicit. The general consensus of the Planning and Zoning Board was that this application should be forwarded to Bill Short for his comments. Mr. Prokop moved to table the request for the Animal Clinic - Special Use • Permit - be tabled pending comments from the Planner on the proposed use of this property. Seconded by Mr. Swistoski. Motion carried unanimously. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - COLUMBUS TOWNSHIP Mr. Schumacher said the only question that had been raised was the de- signation of Pine Street. This concern has been forwarded to the Metro- politan Council. Mrs. Klaus moved to approve the review of the Columbus Township Comprehensive Plan per Mr. Short's letter of April 16, 1981. Seconded by Mr. Swistoski. Motion carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS Mrs. Klaus asked if there is any further information on the DuFour trailer problem and Mr. Schumacher said he had no further information. NEW BUSINESS None. Mr. Prokop moved to ajourn at 9;54 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Flannery. Aye. • The first half hour of this meeting was spent in discussing the proposed trunk sewer line along Highway #49 and Highway #8.