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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-27-71 PZMMINUTES OF '17M PLANNING Rr 7AINPTG cgmmTssioN V"LLACE OF LAKE ELMO LASE ELMO, 1T'`r" SnTA 55042 Sent cr ber 27, i .? The meeting was called to order at ":40 F.M. by Chairman Lundquist. Those present: M. Eder, B. Folz, I. .i rvi da, F. Thtt, L. Raleigh, E. Tom1 janovich, and Tom Torseth. Also present was B. Friedrich, Building Inspector. A motion was made by L. Kirvida that the minutes of t''e September lLth., *meeting be approved as published. The motion was seconded by B. Folz and carried unanimously. *Mr. Frederick Zwar appeared regarding the subdivision of a 12.65 acre tract of land on Meadowlark Lane (NIA1 of SW1 of Section 1h). This tract is to be sub -- divided into 2 tracts the first being about 5 acres and the second being about 7-2/3 acres. Platting would be required because one of the tracts would have less than the 300 foot frontage required for a metes and bounds subdivision. B. Folz made a motion that (1). the Planning, Zoning 0ormiss`on recommends that if a variance is requested that it be granted because under the exiting conditions it is a reasonable division of the 12.65 acres into two tracts each exceeding 5 acres. (2). A variance is necessary because Sections t-A and 3-Q of the Sub --division Regulations require platting when the proposed division would result in parcels aving less than 300 feet of frontage or a public right-of-way. (3). Mr. Zwar - being the Sellers representative- was put on notice of the potential problems with the proposed land division which include: a). A possible County Road along the western edge of the tract. b). future improvement assessments could be disproportionate to the services provided. c) . future resuhcdi vi si on problems wog 3 d he encountered. A motor was Tad by Y. Eder that the wording of part (1) of the above rrot.i on be changed from "if a variance is requested that t he -ranted" to "if a variance is requested that it be considered." Seconded by T. Torseth and carried unanimously. The main motion was seconded by E. TomlAanovich and also carried unanimously. Mr. & Mrs. Frank Hoffman. appeared regarding the buildability of a one hundred foot lot on Dusty Lane. R. Folz advised that he and F. Fott had visited the location and a serious drainage problem might exist on the lot in question. Chairman Lundquist suggested that the Village Engineer be requested to look into the drainage problem and report on same within 30 days. The Planning and Zoning Commission will also review all vacant lots in the area and decide on the buildability or all lots at one time. B. Folz will contact the Village Engineer. Mr. Gene Peltier appeared regarding a proposed subdivision in the SE- of Section 35. He was advised that platting would be required and he should get a copy or platting requirements from the Village Office. Mr. Walter Coppersmith arneared regarding 8- acres he had recently purchased on the north side of llth. Street (SE1 of Sec. 13). He was advisedthat one building Hermit could be issued for the tract prior to platting, hut it was recommended that he have a tentative plan for the entire tract which was compatible with the surrounding land, prior to requesting a building Permit. No further action taken. continued-- Minutes of the planning & Zoning Commission --Village of Lake E1TMo _-9/27/71-- Page 2. Mr. Munson aneared regarding a h,Jild • ng ,• "nf7 t ' . the "1 of N of Sec. 2i, This matter had been discussed at the September 14th, 1471 meeting and the questions about the access to this property had been answered. Mr. Munson stated that the access off of llth. Street was 40 foot wide-- 20 foot by easement and 20 feet by fee title. Mr. Munson was advised that the Planning Cormiss on could not take further action on this -utter because the requested road plan Pier the adjacent area had rot been received. B. Folz will check with the Village Engineer regarding status of road plan. Mr. Curtiss Johnson anneared regarding bu'lding ner it on unnlatted lot on Minnehaha Street near Goose:.Lake. A motion was *made by F. Toml,lanovich that the minutes show that the Planning 8• Zoning Commission does not wish to reconsider its position on requiring plats for new parcels of land of less than five acres as required by the Subdivision Regulations. Motior seconded by F. Pott and carried unanimously. * Ben Friedrich stated that Mr. Harold Riemenschneider had asked him about a building permit for 2 additional dwelling units on his property on Highway 212. n hai rr-an Lundquist indicated that the Planning, Zoning Commission would consider this Tatter at the October 12th. meeting. There was a brief discussion of the Public 'fearing held on September 20th., regarding the Freeway Corridor. Chairman Lundquist requested that the minutes show that it is the opinion of the members ' of the Planning, Zoning Commission that those present at the Hearing were generally receptive to the rezoning as purposed, and the only significant question raised was in regard to possible tax increases due to the rezoning. E. Tonljanovich will draft a letter to the County Assessor requesting a written comrnittment from him stating that assessed valuations will not be increased solely because of the rezoning to 'FreewayCorridor". ;ran Lott agreed to tabulate all sections of the jor ; rg and 7qAbdivisior Pegulations that r erta.' n to minimum lot width so tat they will be iscus sed at the r ext regular meeting. A motion for adlournment was made by E. Toml ian_ovi ch, seconded by L. Raleigh and passed unanimously at 11135-P.M. Respectfully submitted, F. J. Pott * Sketches attached 0ffice Copy, Chairman and Secy.