HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-23-90 Special PZM additionDATE APPROVED: 6/25/90
DATE ISSUED: 7/ 6/90
LAKE ELMO PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
JUNE 11, 1990
Chairman DeLapp called the Planning Commission meeting to order at
7:30 p.m. in the City Council chambers. Present: DeLapp, Bucheck,
Johnson, Stevens, Arkell, John, Thomas, Johnston (arrived 7:35), Enes
(arrived 8:15). Absent: Conlin, Wilfong
1. AGENDA
Add: 6B. RE Zoning Ord., 7. Update of meeting at Met Council
Delete: 3. Site and Plan Review: Guardian Angels Church
M/S/P Bucheck/Stevens - to approve the June 11, 1990 Planning
Commission agenda as amended. (Motion carried 7-0).
2. MINUTES: May 14, 1990
M/S/P Stevens/Bucheck - to approve the May 14, 1990 Planning
Commission minutes as amended. (Motion carried 7-0-1: Abstain: John).
3. Site and Plan Review: Guardian Angels Church
This item was deleted from the agenda because the City requested more
information.
4. PUBLIC HEARING: Rezoning from RR to AG & C.U.P. for Golf
Driving Range; Ray Salus
Ray Salus has requested a rezoning from Rural Residential to
Agriculture and a Conditional Use Permit to allow a golf driving
range. Mr. Salus originally owned forty acres, but when the northern
route was under consideration for I-94, the State took about 12 acres
of land from him through condemnation. An excerpt from the 3/6/73
Village Council minutes was provided. Mr. Salus had the opportunity to
purchase the property back from MN/Dot, but at a higher price than
what he was paid for it.
The staff recommended the Commission read Section 301.060C of the code
as it relates to variances. Subsection b, outlines the conditions by
which a variance may be granted.
Chairman DeLapp opened up the public hearing at 8:43 p.m. in the City
Council chambers. The public hearing notice was published and
adjoining property owners were notified.
Gene Peltier, 10376 Hudson Blvd., stated a golf driving range was an
excellent idea. He felt this property was marginal land for farming
and a golf driving range would be compatible to the surrounding land
uses. He didn't foresee a problem with an increase in traffic.
LuAnn Hanson, 10824 Hudson Blvd., stated this property should be zoned
Ag. She indicated she has 7.9 acres zoned Ag and a C.U.P. for trailer
sales.
Excerpts from:
Village Council meeting of 3/6/73:
Steve Herwitz of the Minn, Highway Dept, spoke in behalf of Mr, Ray Salus, A quick
take order ordering Mr, Salus to move out of his house by May 15, 1973 was issued by
the state, Mr. Salus would like to set up a temporary mobile unit to be attached
to the electrical and the sewer facilities presently on the property at 404 Lake Elmo
Blvd,No., Motion by C. Shervheim 2nd by C, Watson to approve the issuance of a Special
Use Permit for a mobile home at this address, to expire Nov, 15, 1973, Mr. Salus'
mobile home must comply with all the requirements for a mobile home trailer of the
state building code. Carried 5-0,
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JUNE 11, 1990 PAGE 2
Gloria Knoblauch stated she was in favor of whatever zoning it takes
to permit Mr. Salus to have a golf driving range.
Jim McLeod, 2543 Lake Elmo Avenue, indicated Mr. Salus originally
owned forty acres with Ag Zoning. The 12 acres he lost was not sold on
his own free will. He recommended Mr. Salus be rezoned to Ag.
Kurt Lang, Trans -City Invest., stated he was in favor of the proposal
and recommended the rezoning to Ag.
Chairman DeLapp closed the Public Hearing at 7:50 p.m.
Ed Stevens indicated he had a problem with the entry to the driving
range and suggested denial. Mr. Salus responded he has worked with
Larry Bousquet, Wash. Cty Eng., and will be installing a turning lane
according to County standards.
Lonny Thomas asked Mr. Salus if he didn't get a C.U.P., would he still
request to downzone to Ag. Salus responded he would, but he would have
to look first into the ramifications.
Jim Arkell stated the codemnation procedure was an unique circumstance
which created a hardship. Therefore, he felt a variance should be
granted for the 40 acres required in AG zoning.
Wyn John concurred
circumstances that
favored granting a
with Jim Arkell. He pointed out there are special
exist --the land was a hardship in itself and
variance.
Steve DeLapp explained the PZ, at a previous meeting, indicated the
use was appropriate for the land, but did not recommend method for
approval by the City Council.
Ann Bucheck felt they would be downzoning the land to Ag for a more
intense purpose. She did not find an existing hardship for granting
the variance other than economic.. In Section 301-18 (b), the code
states six instances which could be considered causes of undue
hardship. In her opinion, Ann felt the applicant only met No. 3.--That
the special conditions or circumstances do not result from the action
of the applicant.
Adm. Kueffner pointed out a golf driving range could be considered
commercial recreation of a rural nature and similar to Springborn's
water slide.
M/S/P John/Johnson - to
acres from RR to Ag and
which would restore the
hardship the State took
recommend to the City Council rezoning 28.5
Council approval of a variance for 12 acres
land to the previously Ag zoning based on the
12 acres of land through condemnation and
concurrent approval granting a
the following conditions stated
(Motion carried 5-3-1: Stevens.
just arrived at the meeting and
C.U.P. for a golf driving range with
in the PZ minutes of May 14, 1990.
Bucheck, Thomas; Abstain: Enes: he
was not involved in the discussion).
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JUNE 11, 1990 PAGE 3
5. PUBLIC HEARING: Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map
Mike Black, City Planner, gave a presentation on the proposed
Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map.
Chairman DeLapp called the public hearing to order at 8:20 p.m. in the
City Council chambers.
Don Bishop, General Partner -Lake Elmo Heights, reiterated his request
of his May 17th letter to City Council, requesting extension of RED
from west of Inwood Avenue to the south boundary of Section 21. Dick
Johnson remembered the Outlot had severe soil limitations. Bishop
responded that 20 to 25 acres have good soil to the east side of the
quarter section
Chairman DeLapp acknowledged a letter from Charlotte and Joseph Moris,
10500 250th St., Scandia, MN. indicating their farm is proposed for
RAD Zoning on the Future Land Use Map. They felt this was too
restrictive and requested RED Zoning.
Jim McLeod, 2543 Lake Elmo Avenue, stated, in his opinion, the area
south of Hwy 5 and East of Inwood Avenue (where the Animal Inn is
located and Ideal Storage on the boundary) is more suitable for some
type of Industrial or low density office space and not suited for
residential houses.
Charles Bartholdi, representing Federal Land Company, owns 52 acres
located NW quadrant of the intersection of Interstate and County Road
19 stated they have met with staff members and discussed the Future
Land Use Map for their particular property. The issue they do not
agree with is the land use designated for their land under the
proposed FLUMap at their particular intersection with I-94. The fact
that only a portion of their property is designated for commercial
use. The State of MN condemned acreage for the highway and left them
what they consider a 5 acre island. Being that the "Highway" land use
designation runs parallel and 1/4 mile north of I-94, only a small
portion of the property owned by them is included in the "Highway"
designated land use area. Due to the fact that a significant portion
of their property was taken by condemnation and a four -lane divided
roadway is located at this Intersection with I-94, they are requesting
extension to a one-half mile distance from the centerline of I-94
instead of the one -quarter mile distance being proposed for along the
1-94 corridor.
Tim Erkkila, Site Planner of the Project for Federal Land, stated, in
his opinion, this land has tremendous accessibility by a high volume
of traffic on the Interstate. The land lacks residential type
amenities (wetlands, lakes, potential wooded areas). The northern
portion of the site is underneath power lines and adjacent to a gravel
mining area. They have adjacent land uses along the frontage such as
retail type uses, outdoor storage, an air park, White Wolf, etc. They
have a situation with a road system in place which is a high volume
roadway and very under utilized. A development at this site will not
negatively impact the road system or adversely affect the
neighborhood. The developer has gone on record to accept development
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JUNE 11, 1990 PAGE 4
guidelines and protective covenants to provide a quality development.
We see this as a distinct opportunity given the area of undeveloped
land, gravel pit, outdoor storage, motel, this might be the quality
development for this corner.
They are recommending an adjustment to the Comp Plan to recognize
this 1/4 mile limitation and extend it to 1/2 mile beyond this first
intersection. The developer has brought in a previous proposal, with
a site plan including 22 acres of retail type uses, plus office and
residential which are consistent with the overall plan for the site.
Because of the quirk where the line falls, it is very difficult to
work with the 1/4 mile limitation. They are disappointed with the
permitted uses in the Freeway Business Dist.; such as gasoline sales,
restaurants which are traditionally allowed in a highway oriented
situation, are not mentioned. Being one of only three sites between
Lakeland and 494, Erkkila commented he found it unusual the kinds of
use that seem appropriate for the area do not seem to be allowed.
Jean Durand, 11332 20th St. N., stated their land is zoned RR and
requests their property be zoned RED (3 per 10).
Gene Peltier: There are several sites along I-94, for example Mr.
Regan's property, that are zoned commercial now, are they going to
stay commercial or be changed to Freeway Business Zoning?
Terry Emerson, 2204 Legion, request a change in the proposed zoning of
their property, approx. 70 acres located at the NW Quadrant of County
Road No. 15 and loth Street N. from RAD to RED Zoning.
Jack Hasley, 3604 Layton Avenue, voiced his concern on more commercial
activity across the street if the VFW decided to sell their ballfield
in the future. The City Administrator will review this request (deed
restrictions) and report back to him.
Pete Schiltgen, 10880 Stillwater Blvd. N., stated he was happy with
his zoning which preserved the Ag land and his farm.
Marilyn Durow, owner of property on the SW corner of section 35 on
I-94 (on East side of Cty Rd. 19), stated with the high line wires
going through there, people would not want to build houses. She felt
it was a reasonable request for extending 1/2 mile rather than 1/4
mile for retail sales when you are on a major Freeway.
Violet Durow, sister-in-law of Marilyn, stated they have farmed that
piece of land since 1910, but it is not good farmland for dairy
farmers anymore because of the effect of a freeway on the animals.
They do farm down in Hastings now, because it is not feasible to grow
or work that land along the Freeway. They would like to see something
else done with that land.
Terry Ahrens asked how much will be left of the City when Oakdale gets
done with us?
Bruce Weeks, 1446 Lake Elmo Avenue stated, in general, he thought it
was a very good plan. He felt it made sense to include the full 1/2
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JUNE 11, 1990 PAGE 5
mile as an industrial area and felt the people in Lake Elmo wanted to
maintain as much open area as possible. He commended them on a fine
job done.
Dorothy Lyons, representing Hammes family, pointed out the Hammes
Country Vista, which is a recorded plat (40 acres) for residential by
the entrance of the Regional Park, is not indicated on the FLUMap.
She asked for their thoughts on Agricultural Preservation? She would
like to know the percentages of park land, water, roads in the City.
Why was there a major overhaul of the Comp Plan when the Met Council
asked for a 5 year update?
Marge Williams, former PZ member who worked on the Comp Plan, pointed
out this was a very progressive plan than what was planned in 1986.
She suggested consideration of two types of Hwy Bus: dense
development up to Cty Road 19 and less dense development up to County
Road 17.
Chairman DeLapp closed the public hearing at 9:21 p.m..
DeLapp explained the Commission will review the requests heard tonight
and address each individual request on their own merits at their June
25th PZ meeting.
M/S/P Enes/Stevens - to table the discussion on a recommendation to
the Council on the proposed Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map
until the June 25th PZ meeting. (Motion carried 9-0).
6. A. Freeway Business Ordinance:
B. RE Ordinance
The PZ received copies of a draft Freeway Business Ordinance and RE
Ordinance for their review. The PZ requested a workshop with the
Council to discuss these ordinances and the Comp Plan. The Commission
members were asked to bring their comments on the Plan and Ordinance
to the next PZ meeting.
Mr. Charles Bartholdi pointed out:
USES ALLOWED IN THE PROPOSED FREEWAY BUSINESS DISTRICT: The
permitted uses alowed in the Freeway Business Dist. being proposed are
essentially limited to office use. The failure to provide for retail,
restaurant or personal service uses are noticeably absent He did not
know of another Freeway Business Dist. Zoning in the entire Twin City
area which precludes restaurants, convenience stores, motor fuel
stations and uses involving retail sales especially those related to
highway users. Adoption of the FBZ Ord. would mean that business such
as McDonald's, convenience stores, motor fuel sales and personal
service uses would not be permitted. Federal Land requests that
retail sales businesses, motor fuel stations and restaurants be
included as permitted uses within the Freeway Business District land
use designation.
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MINIMUM LOT AREA AND LOT WIDTHS AND DEPTHS BEING PROPOSED: It has
been Federal Land Company's experience that in order to properly
develop a high quality, comprehensive commercial project, lot size may
vary from in excess of 10 acres to less than one acre depending upon
the specific uses. The minimum lot size of 3.5 acres and minimum lot
depth and width which is being proposed by the City will result in the
land acquisition and maintenance costs being too great for some users.
Federal Land Co. recommends reduction of the minimum lot size outright
or at least allow a reduction of the minimum lot size where the
sanitary sewer requirements will otherwise be fulfilled and the
elimination of specific minimum lot depths and widths.
MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGES AND SET BACKS The proposed Freeway Bus. Dist.
provides for building and parking setbacks that far exceed similar
setbacks in other cities in the Twin City Area. Based upon Federal
Land Company's experience, if the setbacks and lot coverages set forth
in the proposed ordinance are used, there will be a substantial
problem controlling weeds and noxious vegetation. A more reasonable
control for the City is the proper enforcement of sewage disposal
rates generated by a development using the standards set by the Met.
Sanitary Sewer Commission and Met. Council.
The PZ will address these questions at their June 25th meeting.
M/S/P Johnson/Bucheck - to request approval by the City Council to
direct the staff to pass on the draft RE Ordinance and Freeway
Business District Ord. to the City Engineer and City Attorney for
their comments prior to the Workshop. (Motion carried 9-0).
7. Meeting Update by Ed Stevens
Ed Stevens gave an update on a meeting he attended at the Met. Council
regarding the Rural Policy. He informed the Commission of meeting
dates set by the Met. Council, which are stated in the Metro Monitor,
regarding possible expansion of the Lake Elmo Airport.
M/S/P Johnson/Enes - to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting at
10:05 p.m. (Motion carried 9-0).
JUL 23 "90 16:19 T.K.D.R. & ASSOC. F.2
7-KDA
RN:omens ARCHITECTS PLANNERS
July 23, 1990
Planning and Zoning Commission
Lake Elmo, Minnesota
Re: The Meadows - Preliminary Plat Review
Lake Elmo, Minnesota
Commission No, 9150-000\
Dear Commission Members:
TOLTZ, KINO, DUVALL, ANDERSON
AND ASSOCIATES, INCORPORATED
a100 AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK BUILDING
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA 05101
01V00a.440O
PAX 01t/002.0004
We have reviewed the preliminary plat for The Meadows, latest date July 5, 1990, and offer the
following comments:
1. Zoning
The property is zoned R-1 for the intended subdivision,
2 Lot Size
Bach proposed lot is at least 1.5 acres in size,
3, Solis
The Washington County Soils Survey lists the soils in the proposed plat as 49, 49B, and
155C. These soils have 1'-3' of topsoil and loam underlain with sand and sandy loam,
These soils work well for septic systems and each lot appears to have at least one acre
suitable for drainfield purposes.
4. Frontage
All lots have at least 125 feet of frontage on a public street.
5. Streets
Jane Road North west of Jamaca Avenue was accepted for City maintenance in 1984
when it was paved to a 22' width, Isle Avenue North in Springborn's Green Acres 2nd
Addition was platted and paved to the south plat line to a 32' width and fitted with a
temporary cul-de-sac, The preliminary plat of Firefly to the west states that Isle Avenue
North from the south line of Springborn's Green Acres 2nd Addition to Jane Road North
is "a 66 foot strip of land owned by the City of Lake Elmo for road purposes". The
Meadows preliminary plat presumes to show Isle Avenue North as a through street.
Cornpletion of a through street offers the advantages of eliminating two possible culsnde-
sac for maintenance purposes and 'unproved accessibility for emergency vehicles,
JUL 23 '90 15:20 T.K.D.A. & ASSOC. P.3
Planning and Zoning Conxniissian
Lake Elmo, Minnesota
July 23, 1990
Page Two
The only disadvantage is that Jane road North was paved at 22 feet wide for 600 feet west
of Jamaca Avenue.
This should pat pose too much of a difficulty because Jane Road is posted NO PARKING
and we do pot think that much traffic from Springborn's Green Acres 2nd Addition will
change their travel patterns and drive south.
If Isle Avenue were fitted with a cul-de-sac within The Meadows, the dead end street
would be approximately 1,300 feet in length from the Jamaca Avenue intersection and
would exceed the maximum length for a dead end street.
No typical street section is shown, but we assume the standard 32 foot wide bituminous
street with bean curb is anticipated.
6. Drainage
No provisions are shown on the preliminary plat to drain the street. The length of
overland flow to the stonn sewer in Green Acres 2nd Addition or to the existing storm
sewer in Jane Road North exceeds the maximum length of gutter flow. Some type of
storm sewer will be required.
7. Ponding
No provisions are shown on the preliminary plat for ponding.
The Stormwater Control Ordinance would require both permanent and temporary
ponding to control the rate and voltune of runoff to pre-existing conditions for the two
new lots plus one-half of Isle Avenue (since Isle Avenue is not located within this
subdivision, each side of the road should be responsible for one-half the area). The
approximate storage volume required is 0.43 acre-feet each for permanent and temporary
pending, A drainage plan with calculations is required.
Conclusions
An adequate drainage plan addressing street, drainage and ponding is required before a final
review can be completed.
Sincerely yours,
a ,1 1-'
Larry D. Bohrer, P.E.
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The other issue raised by the Planning Commission concerned whether
the concept plan approval given for this phase of the PUD in January
of 1978 had expired now since there is a 6-year statute of limitations
that would presumably apply. The letter of 5-18-87 from City Attorney
Steve Carlson to the City Administrator indicates that the statute of
limitations issue does not apply in this case. He also advises that
the City should not attempt to invoke the 1979 ordinance requirements
at this time for Phase II.
City Engineer Bohrer explained that the code stated that all lots
should have at least one acre of land suitable for septic drainfields
_, and are sufficient for two separate and distinct drainfield sites.
., Under the worst conditions two separate and distinct drainfield site
will require 10,000 sq.ft. of land, but on the other hand it states
one acre is required.
mrril
One lot can meet one criteria, but not both of the criteria. The soil
has been tested and there is more than enough room for two distinct
drainfields, but does not have the one acre. Bruce Folz felt that
there was adequate area for four systems. They could shift the line
50 feet north or whatever it takes.
Bohrer recalled that the one acre requirement came from back in the
1970's when a lot of land was being subdivided that had ponds and
lakes. The small ponds were privately owned and the land was
subdivided out into the ponds so we had lots that meet the 1 1/2 acre
lot size, but half would have a drainage easement and the other half
would be high ground.
44 City Engineer Bohrer referenced Section 400 Platting stating "Streets,
Continuous --except for cul-de-sacs, streets shall connect with streets
• already dedicated in adjoining or adjacent subdivisions or provide for
future connections to adjo ining unsubdivided tracts or shall be a
reasonable projection of streets in the nearest subdivided tracts.
44 The origin street shall be considered in relation to a reasonable
.1 circulation of traffic to topographic conditions to runoff storm
water, public convenience. In the next paragraph of the code it stated
-4"local streets shall be so planned as to discourage the use by
- non -local traffic. Dead-end streets are prohibited, but cul-de-sacs
•4 shall be permitted because of topography." In this way, through
• streets and planning for through -streets are actually encouraged, and
+cul-de-sacs are permitted based upon topography. In this case, Bohrer
felt we should not hold to the 800 foot maximum for cul-de-sacs, but
rather encourage the future extension of the street.
•- Bohrer recommended putting in the cul-de-sac as shown and the road not
-go through unless the City gets a petition from adjacent property
owners. Then the cul-de-sac can be eliminated easily and become a
•a through street as in Foxfire and Teal Pass.
-There is a provision in the code if a road could go through in the
-future that it be platted all the way to the edge of the subdivision
and then fitted with a temporary cul-de-sac. Bohrer belives this road
would go through and the provision in the code is proper. The Council
considered the cul-de-sac as temporary so a variance was not needed.
LAKE ELMO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
JULY 11, 1983
Acting Chairman Michels called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
at the City Hall.
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Dreher, Gifford, Graves, Lindquist, and
Peterson. (Absent: Lyall, Nazarian, Moe, Prince and Ryberg)
1. MINUTES - M/S/P Dreher/Gifford to approve the 6/27/83
Planning Commission minutes as amended. (Carried 6-0)
2. PUBLIC HEARING, COLOSIMO PLAT - The hearing was opened at 7:40
p.m. Bruce Folz presented Grace Colosimo's plan to subdivide her 5
acres on Isle Avenue into 3 lots--1.5, 1.5 and 2.06 acres each.
Isle Avenue was approved to be extended as shown on plat when
Springborne Green Acres plat was approved. Soil is sandy loam
which is best drainfield material possible. Runoff will be
increased by roofs and driveways -about 1/7-acre - not significant.
Folz will check with Watershed to see if these 3 lots were included
in Springborne Green Acres Watershed study (ponding areas) and will
get waiver from Watershed so that 100% water will not have to be
stored on the 3 lots since ponding areas are to the east.
Roads were discussed:
• Howard Springborne was present and stated that he intends to deed
Isle Avenue to the City. (This is unimproved street, along with
Jane Road which abuts south lot and services 8 parcels to the south
and one to the west, and there is also spur--Jamaca--whichis
unimproved.) (Whittaker - People have responded they don't want
Jane Road improved by a ratio of 6 responses to 1.)
• Gifford - Are people on Jane Road aware that Isle Avenue would go
through? (Folz - public hearing was held for Green Acres where
this was indicated and Phases I and II were approved.)
• Folz - Cost to bring Jane Road and Isle Avenue up to City
standards would be $15,000-20,000 (500') and $25,000-30,000 (800'),
respectively, which would mean 32' width with curbs.
• Graves - now is the time to take action with Isle Avenue so that
same mistake is not made as happened with Jane Road.
• Folz - has to be paid for now or later; advantage of now is that
cost is included in 20-25 year mortgage and not 5-year assessment.
• Tony Maistrovich, landowner to west of Colosimo property, is in
favor of blacktopping but couldn't afford assessments so would have
to subdivide his property. Feels City should at least be plowing
and maintaining Isle Avenue even if unimproved.
• Graves - Can we consider approving grading and graveling Isle
Avenue now, and when Phase II goes in Isle Avenue and Jane Road
would be blacktopped? (Folz - variance would have to be granted and
put in development agreement. If City does it, Maistrovich and
Colosimo would pay 50/50 for Isle; it's up to Council to blacktop
or leave Jane Road as is.)
The public hearing closed at 8:10 p.m.
s Michels - I feel we should resolve Jane Road before we do
anything else (Gifford agrees) and see what Council is going to do.
If Jane Road upgrading is approved, I see no problem with Colosimo
plat. Also short stub (Jamaca) should be taken care of by City.
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• Dreher - feels benefiting property owners should pay for it.
• Peterson - would go with grading and graveling as blacktopping is
too expensive.
• Gifford - Council's position is to get rid of gravel roads
because of high cost of maintenance.
• Whittaker - if not improved, owners would have to maintain as
done previously.
• Lundquist - plat itself appears consistent with neighborhood.
• Colosimo - if paving is required, Tony and I are not in a
position to pay for all of it. (Whittaker - however you can add
cost to sale of lots as value would be increased. I recommend
platting with improved streets.) (Dreher - cost would be split
between all benefiting property owners.)
M/S/P Graves/Dreher to recommend Council approval of Colosimo's
plat with the condition that Isle Avenue be blacktopped and all of
Jane Road and Jamaca be blacktopped as public projects.
(Carried 6-0)
Reasons motion included road improvements are as follows-:
(a) consistent with previous planning throughout entire City and
surrounding area wherein precedent has been set (e.g. Springborne
Green Acres, Foxfire, etc.).
(b) safety factors have to be considered, i.e., paving and city
maintenance make area more accessible to fire and emergency
vehicles.
(c) paving would make land more valuable, and particularly more
saleable since mortgage lenders will sometimes not finance homes on
unimproved streets. Would be cheaper to pave now than later.
This item will be put on the City Council agenda, July 19.
3. I-94 ALTERNATIVES, ROB CHELSETH - City Planner, Rob Chelseth,
was present to talk about planning and zoning strategies for I-94
corridor. Conflict has to be solved as to what uses would best fit
1-94 four -mile strip and intersection areas: can attract on -site
sewered types such as (a) local businesses to serve residents such
as grocery stores, services shops, etc. or (b) large -acreage
businesses such as open sales lots, lumber yards, etc.
Intersection areas could be used for gas stations and motel -type
businesses, with premiere industrial/ commercial uses being guided
into the sewered and watered district west of MUSA line and where
city services can be provided. When (b) type uses are permitted,
they cast land use for future and investment of property is low.
Mr. Chelseth explained Alternatives 1, 2 and 3 drawings regarding
plan for urbanized commercial development in Section 32 and
adjacent sewered areas from the present through the 1990's:
Alternative 1 - Plan would be for low -density, rural development
along 1-94 east of sewered area and would be to keep area at low
density until public utilities and services permit more intensive
levels of urban commercial development --expected after 1990.
LAKE ELMO COUNCIL MEETING - 7/19/83 Page 3
6. REID PARK BIDS (LAWCON) IMPROVEMENTS - Larry Bohrer explained that 6 bids
were received as noted in his memo to the City Council dated 7/14/83. As
described in "tabulation of bids" chart, low bidder was Mogren Bros Landscaping
(but which was higher than $30,000 estimate when LAWCON grant was submitted one
year ago). The LAWCON grant received for the work is a maximum of $14,000.00.(40%)
Unit prices in contract can be varied so scope of work can be reduced to fit
budget. Contractor items can't be mixed. If cuts were to be made, he suggested
No. 15 (eroded channel which needs rip rap). Also, Items 13 and 14 could be
reduced in scope. Some of the work could be done by City such as with flail
mower for brushing, but very little fits into City's capabilities. No Park
Commission members were present to present their views.
• Whittaker - match for LAWCON funds will have to come from Park Reserve - will
have to see how it affects 5-year CIP.
• Bohrer - When I walked area of Reid Park, would suggest that trails are not in
the best location; should have working session with Park Commission and Council
and trails should be marked out, measured, and cost estimated (could be less
than projected).
• Fraser - can we include alternate bid and eliminate rip rap and trails?
(Bohrer - application of ballfield 1 came after we received the grants. Mogren
site grading is $8, 375--not $83. 75.Total includes grading, seeding and
mulching but no backstop, limerock, etc.) (Whittaker - budget is for $2,500 aid
bid is $9,900. It would cost a lot more to have someone come in later and have
it graded.)
• Eder - think we should do whole thing, might take shifting of priorities.
M/S/P Fraser/Eder to accept Mogren Bros Landscaping for both the total base
bid items and Alternate bids and that the Engineer lower the cost of the base
bid in manner suggested (Items 13, 14 aid 15). (4 oyes)
7. PUBLIC HEARING, COLOSIMO - Mayor Eder called the hearing to order at 7;50 to
discuss Grace Colosimo's request to plat on unimproved street, proposed Isle
Avenue (preliminary plat - The Meadows).
• Bruce Folz made the presentation for subdivision of 3 lots--1.5 acres with
garage, 1.5 acres, and 2.06 with Colosimo homestead, totaling about 5.5 acres of
land. Soils are ideal for building and drainfield sites. Isle Avenue is
presently owned by Howard Springborn and 12-15' field road exists; he is willing
to dedicate a road easement of 6 6' to the City. Folz pointed out Springborn
Green Acres plat where Isle Avenue had been proposed as through street. Isle
Avenue cost if blacktopped would be shared by benefitting property owners Grace
Colosimo and Tony Maistrovich (property owner on west side).
• Mazzara - there has been concern expressed about drainage if road is paved.
(Bohrer - would run off on shoulder ditches and into Springborn pondirig areas so
there's no affect on drainage. One concern is that drainage standards have changed
sinceFoxfire and Springborn Green Acres were platted.
These 3 lots would have to conform to Watershed district requirements so some pond
contribution will have to be made.)
• Fraser - What did Planning Commission have to say about 22' paved or graveled
road? ( Folz - no formal recommendation was made since it's Council decision.)
(Whittaker - they recommended that it be paved, the 22' was not discussed.)
• Eder - Springborn is willing to deed property? ( Fo lz - yes, wanted to get
proper legal description and he will sign over deed, has already dedicated the
street for public use. Same status as Krause's Lot 8) .
LAKE ELMO COUNCIL MEETING - 7/19/83 Page 4
Public comments:
• Jim Weyer (Jane Road North) - Ponding on Holmberg's property overflows and
I've seen it 6" below road level. (a) What is timetable for Isle Avenue going
through? (Folz - 6 lots are yet to be sold in Springborn 2nd Addition so
possibility of 1-3 years.) (b) Who would be assessed along Jane Road for
blacktopping since owners want it the way it is and to maintain it themselves?
(Eder - Council would decide how it's going to be assessed but no specific
proposal right now. Example is Lake Jane Road was assessed 100% to adjoining
property owners as it related to particular properties only; otherwise developer
would pay 100%. (c) Not all drainage goes east, it also goes west onto my
property and there are already erosion problems on my driveway; there are no
provisions for ponding on subdivision. (Folz - drainage would go to the east if
road is graded and ditched; could put ponding area on Colosimo property or use
Springborn ponding areas to east; Jane Road could also be regraded or raised
slightly. We'd have to re -analyze volume of water on today's standards, then do
what is required. Developer would probably have to pay for it or benefitting
property owners. First we have to decide what type roadways are to be used.)
Letters from Alice Stolpe and Bill Stevenson were presented to Council.
• Jim Weyer - have no objection to subdivide into 3 lots; my ojections are
making Isle Avenue a through street; additional water runoff (into Lake Jane
which already is a problem area and onto my property which already is eroding);
and assessments for something people on road don't want and have objected to.
• Jack Schneider - I object for the same reasons; size of ponding area is
inadequate now and drainage will create a bigger burden. It will be more cost
effective if we just maintain Jane Road North instead of backtopping it.
• Tom Maistrovich - If road is blacktopped, it would benefit all property
owners; fire and emergency vehicles cannot get in unless Colosimo or I plow it.
• Grace Colosimo - anticipated people on Jane Road would not want road paved,
and original request is to subdivide on unimproved road and then Planning
Commission recommended paving it as public project.
• Sue Weyer - When we originally received public hearing notice, it was for
Grace to "subdivide on unimproved street" and we weren't aware anything else
would be discussed; otherwise, I believe there would be a bigger turnout here.
As indicated before, there were 6 against and 1 for blacktopping road.
(Eder - Notices don't necessarily limit discussion of subject before Council.
Hearing notices were sent that plat would be discussed at Planning Commission.)
(Folz - Suggestion was by Planning Commission to pave roads so it was brought up
tonight for discussion.)
• Whittaker - feasibility hearing would have to be held for road portion.
• Tom Skalbeck- What is official City position on maintenance service? (Eder -
City doesn't provide service on streets which have not been accepted so not
maintained.) What is Planning Commission's position on services being declined?
(Whittaker - street should be improved so services will be provided.)
• Tom Skalbeck- mentioned that his child was having convulsions but emergency
vehicle got stuck in snow; it doesn't seem fair we've been without services for
10 years but are paying high taxes.
• Fraser - wouldn't be in favor of platting on unimproved street.
• Eder - initial response was that we would accept unimproved street.
• Dunn - it puzzles me why people would want to maintain their own street,
create hazards of fire and emergency vehicles not getting through; but if that's
what they want it doesn't bother me. Would like to see paved project but
wouldn't support it if people don't want it.
LAKE ELMO COUNCIL MEETING - 7/19/83 Page 5
• Eder - blacktopping streets are usually not favored by property owners because
of assessments; however, it has been proven that paved roads increase property
values and pride of ownership. City has made commitment to sealcoat paved
streets every 6 years so you'll get that service if street is blacktopped.
Would be in favor of calling hearing to have street blacktopped.
M/S/P Fraser/Mazzara to deny Colosimo request for platting on unimproved
street. (Carried 3-1; Dunn nay)
mended M/S/P Eder/Fraser to adopt Resolution 83-49*See attached correction sheet.
/2/83 TO HAVE FEASIBILITY STUDY DONE BY ENGINEER (COST PROJECTED AT AROUND
$300.00) FOR AUGUST 2, 1983 CITY COUNCIL MEETING ON THE SUBJECT OF BRINGING
JANE ROAD NORTH AND WEST JAMACA AVENUE UP TO CITY STANDARDS, AND TO HOLD A
PUBLIC HEARING AUGUST 16, 1983 AT 7:15 p.m. TO DISCUSS 'THE FEASIBILITY.
(Carried 4-0)
8. ENGINEER'S REPORT
A. Cost Estimate for Pebble Park LAWCON Application - Bohrer referred to
Master Plan forbPeebble Park and to his "COST ESTIMATE" Commission No. 7113-83.
Decision has toy made as to what Council wants included in LAWCON grant and scope
of project (City matches 50 Hof LAWCON funding). Bohrer's comments on items
listed: (A) Seal cracks and resurface courts. (B & C) Present low (slew) area
between hockey rink and skating rink which would require fill; enough fill on
site but requires 900 yards of excavation, establishing turf, etc. since rink is
difficult to fill because of porous surface. Would recommend leaving slew
between parking lot and tennis courts which is necessary for water runoff.
(D) Hill is gravel stockpile without topsoil - needs leveling, topsoil and
seeding. (E & F) Neither ballfield has 275' required for regulation slow -pitch
field. South field could qualify for little league field; needs seeding,
topsoil, ag lime, and backstop replaced. North field has no improvements so
would cost $18,640 to complete. (G) 50-gallon per minute well is in -place and
alternatives would be (1) water fountain at playground area which is more
centrally located; (2) water fountain to service tennis courts and close to
skating rinks for filling; and (3) between north and south ballfields so they
can be watered.
• Bohrer - first 6 improvements would total $40,130, plus water service
alternative cost.
• Whittaker - what would be paint of constructing nonregulation size slow- pitch
ballfield such as already exists in Lions Park? (Bohrer - Reid Park would have
regulation size fields.)
• Bohrer - ballfields can be better orientated; no problem with existing home on
northwest corner. Ballplayers play with what is available.
• Fraser - we're talking about neighborhood use as compared to tournament use;
do we need two ballfields to warrant this cost?
• Whittaker - Landfill would be perfect place for regulation size ballfield with
off-street parking.
• Fraser - this should be referred to Park Commission. (Whittaker - application
has to be in by August 5 and Park Commission has cancelled July 25 meeting.)
M/S/P Mazzara/Fraser to defer Pebble Park Improvements item to Park Commission
which will hold a special meeting for Council recommendation so that the City
Council can make a decision at their August 2, 1983 meeting. (Carried 4-0)
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7873 LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS, SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS 429.031
to taxation on a gross earnings basis and are not listed on the records of the county
auditor or the county treasurer, the owners thereof shall be ascertained by any practica-
ble means and mailed notice shall be given them as herein provided. Prior to the
adoption of such resolution, the council shall secure from the city engineer or some
competent person of its selection a report advising it in a preliminary way as to whether
the proposed improvement is feasible and as to whether it should best be made as
proposed or in connection with some other improvement and the estimated cost of the
improvement as recommended; but no error or omission in such report shall invalidate
the proceeding unless it materially prejudices the interests of an owner. The council
may also take such other steps prior to the hearing, including, among other things, the
preparation of plans and specifications and the advertisement for bids thereon, as will
in its judgment provide helpful information in determining the desirability and feasi-
bility of the improvement. The hearing may be adjourned from time to time and a
resolution ordering the improvement may be adopted at any time within six months
after the date of the hearing by vote of a majority of all members of the council when
the improvement has been petitioned for by the owners of not Tess than 35 percent in
frontage of the real property abutting on the streets named in the petition as the location
of the improvement. When there has been no such petition, the resolution may be
adopted only by vote of four -fifths of all members of the council; provided that if the
mayor of the municipality is a member of the council but has no vote or votes only in
case of a tie, the mayor shall not be deemed to be a member for the purpose of
determining such four -fifths majority vote. The resolution ordering the improvement
may reduce, but not increase the extent of the improvement as stated in the notice of
hearing.
Subd. 2. Approval by park board or utilities commission. A resolution ordering
a park improvement may be adopted only by a four -fifths vote of the council and shall
also be approved by the park board, if there is one; provided, that if the mayor of the
municipality is a member of the council but has no vote or votes only in case of a tie,
the mayor shall not be deemed to be a member for the purpose of determining such
four -fifths majority vote_ A resolution ordering an improvement of the water, sewer,
steam heating, street lighting or other facility over which a utilities commission has
jurisdiction shall also be approved by the utilities commission.
Subd. 3. Petition by all owners. Whenever alll owners of real property abutting
upon any street named as the location of any improvement shall petition the council
to construct the improvement and to assess the entire cost against their property, the
council may, without a public hearing, adopt a resolution determining such fact and
ordering the improvement. The validity of the resolution shall not be questioned by any
taxpayer or property owner or the municipality unless an action for that purpose is
commenced within 30 days after adoption of the resolution as provided in section
429.036. Nothing herein prevents any property owner from questioning the amount
or validity of the special assessment against the owner's property pursuant to section
429.081. In the case of a petition for the installation of a fire protection or a pedestrian
skyway system, the petition must contain or be accompanied by an undertaking
satisfactory to the city by the petitioner that the petitioner will grant the municipality
the necessary property interest in the building to permit the city to enter upon the
property and the building to construct, maintain, and operate the fire protection or
pedestrian skyway system. In the case of a petition for the installation of a fire
protection or pedestrian skyway system which will be privately owned, the petition
shall also contain the plans and specifications for the improvement, the estimated cost
of the improvement and a statement indicating whether the city or the owner will
contract for the construction of the improvement. If the owner is contracting for the
construction of the improvement, the city shall not approve the petition until it has
reviewed and approved the plans, specifications, and cost estimates contained in the
petition. The construction cost financed under section 429.091 shall not exceed the
amount of the cost estimate contained in the petition. In the case of a petition for the
installation of a fire protection or a pedestrian skyway system, the petitioner may
request abandonment of the improvement at any time after it has been ordered
429.021 LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS, SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
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(10) To construct, reconstruct, extend and maintain retaining walls and area walls.
(11) To acquire, construct, reconstruct, improve, alter, extend, operate, maintain
and promote a pedestrian skyway system. Such improvement may be made upon a
petition pursuant to section 429.031, subdivision 3.
(12) To acquire, construct, reconstruct, extend, operate, maintain and promote
underground pedestrian concourses.
(13) To acquire, construct, improve, alter, extend, operate, maintain and promote
public malls, plazas or courtyards.
(14) To construct, reconstruct, extend, and maintain district heating systems.
(15) To construct, reconstruct, alter, extend, operate, maintain and promote fire
protection systems in existing buildings, but only upon a petition pursuant to section
429.031, subdivision 3.
Subd. 2. Combining improvements. An improvement on two or more streets or
two or more types of improvement in or on the same street or streets or different streets
may be included in one proceeding and conducted as one improvement.
Subd. 3. Relation to charter and other laws. When any portion of the cost of an
improvement is defrayed by special assessments, the procedure prescribed in this
chapter shall be followed unless the council determines to proceed under charter
provisions; but this chapter does not prescribe the procedure to be followed by a
municipality in making improvements financed without the use of special assessments.
If the council determines to proceed under charter provisions for special assess-
ments, such provisions shall be deemed to include a requirement that notices of
proposed assessments inform property owners of the procedures they must follow
under the charter in order to appeal the assessments to district court. The notices shall
also inform property owners of the provisions of sections 435.193 to 435.195 and the
existence of any deferment procedure established pursuant thereto in the municipality.
Charter provisions shall also be deemed to require that when the council deter- (
mines to make any improvement, it shall let the contract for all or part of the work,
or order all or part of the work done by day labor or otherwise as may be authorized
by the charter, no later than one year after the adoption of the resolution ordering such
improvement, unless a different time limit is specifically stated in the resolution
ordering the improvement.
History: 1953 c 398 s 2; 1965 c 877 s 1; 1971 c 6!7 s 5; 1973 c 201 s 1; 1974 c 233
s2; 1974c314s1; 1976c195s1: 1978c518s1; 1979c330s2; 1981 c334s5; 1984
c 548 s 4; 1984 c 582 s 3; 1984 c 591 s 2; 1984 c 633 s 2
429.03 [Repealed, 1953 c 398 s 13 subd 11
429.031 PRELIMINARY PLANS, HEARINGS.
Subdivision 1. Preparation of plans, notice of hearing. Before the municipality
awards a contract for an improvement or orders it made by day labor, or before the
municipality shall have the power to assess any portion of the cost of an improvement
to be made under a cooperative agreement with the state or another political subdivi-
sion for sharing the cost of making such improvement, the council shall hold a public
hearing on the proposed improvement following two publications in the newspaper of
a notice stating the time and place of the hearing, the general nature of the improve-
ment, the estimated cost, and the area proposed to be assessed. The two publications
shall be a week apart and the hearing shall be at least three days after the last
publication. Not less than 10 days before the hearing, notice thereof shall also be
mailed to the owner of each parcel within the area proposed to be assessed, but failure
to give mailed notice or any defects in the notice shall not invalidate the proceedings.
For the purpose of giving mailed notice, owners shall be those shown to be such on the
records of the county auditor or, in any county where tax statements are mailed by the
county treasurer, on the records of the county treasurer; but other appropriate records
may be used for this purpose. However, as to properties which are tax exempt or subject
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Real Estate and
Geology Department/3M
900 Bush Avenue
PO Box 33331
St. Paul, Minnesota 55133-3331
612/778 4389
July 9, 1990
Lake Elmo Planning & Zoning Commission
3800 Luverne Ave.
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
Dear Planning Commission Members:
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It is our understanding that the City of Lake Elmo is exploring future
Land Use designations in its municipality. At the present time, 3M
owns 195 acres of land in the western part of Lake Elmo. This land lies
directly east of Ideal Avenue and is found in the N.E. and S.E. quadrant
of Highway 5 and Ideal Avenue.
Because of 3M's long-term ownership and planning for this parcel of
land, we respectfully request the future land use designation of Light
Industrial/Commercial which is more compatible with our long term
needs, and the character of this area.
Thank you for your consideration.
Donald R. .rdan
3M Real fate Dept
dpc: J. W. Stoker.
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DATE APPROVED: 7-23-90
DATE ISSUED: 8-10-90
LAKE ELMO PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
JULY 9, 1990
Chairman DeLapp called the Planning Commission meeting to order at
7:38 p.m. in the City Council chambers. Present: DeLapp, Bucheck,
Arkell, Wilfong, Conlin, Stevens, Johnson, John, Johnston, Thomas,
Planner Mike Black, and Administrator Kueffner. City Council members:
Williams, Hunt, Armstrong.
1. Agenda
Add: 4A. Address letter from Met Council on Draft Comp Plan, 4B.
Address Requests from Public Hearing, 5. Airport Extension
Information.
M/S/P Bucheck/John - to approve the July 9, 1990 Planning Commission
agenda as amended. (Motion carried 9-0).
2. Minutes: June 25, 1990
M/S/P Bucheck/Wilfong - to approve the June 25, 1990 Planning
Commission minutes as amended. (Motion carried 7-2-0 Abstain: Conlin,
John).
3. Concept Review: "The Meadows"
Bruce Folz presented a concept review for a preliminary plat of a
3-lot subdivision known as "The Meadows" by owners, Grace and Ronald
Colosimo and Danny and Gail Collyard. Folz indicated all of the lots
meet the area requirements and have more than 125' of road frontage.
The land for a street right-of-way was dedicated to the City from the
Springborns. (The road is not improved to City standards.) Therefore,
Folz pointed out, the City would have to grant permission for the
developer to build a road on City property. According to Bruce Folz,
Grace Colosimo has informed him that they intend to petition the City
to have them build this road and then assess the three benefitted
property owners, Maistrovich to the West, and Collyards and Colosimo.
Dan Collyard explained they bought Colosimo's home on 5 acres on a
warranty deed. There was an option clause on this deed, that after 3
years if they didn't exercise to buy the option of purchasing the
south 3 acres, then the 3 acres go back to Colosimo. Collyard had the
understanding, if the option was turned down, Isle Avenue would still
continue as proposed. Now, they (Collyards) have to split this land
up in order for Colosimo's to sell the portion that is returned to
them. Gail. Collyard stated they have an underlying contract with
Colosimo's, where Colosimo's have agreed to come back and do a proper
subdivision and put in an improved road.
LAKE ELMO PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JULY 9, 1990 PAGE 2
The Commission commented on the configuration of Lot 2 and recommended
finding a way to straighten out this propertyline. Collyard explained
when he put in his swimming pool, he went by the property lines that
Ron Colosimo had a fence line on.
Conrad Adams, brother of Grace Colosimo, stated he had talked to other
people in this area and found that they would not like to see the road
go through because of added traffic onto Jane Road North. Adams also
spoke to Tony Maistrovich who indicated he didn't feel it was
necessary to put in a road at this time. Adams added, it would be
more economical for (Colosimo's) to consider a 2-lot subdivision with
a split in the middle of Lot 2 rather than a 3-lot subdivision because
then a through street would not be required.
When Springborn 2nd Addition was approved, Dick Johnson recalled the
Council considered the cul-•de-sac as temporary so a variance was not
needed for size because Isle Avenue North would be a through street.
The Commission asked the City to provide them with any information
about an agreement the City may have for putting in a road and a
larger map with the insertion of the proposed subdivision. If there
is a ponding problem, the Commission asked if there would be enough
land on Lot 2 for a house and two drainfields.
M/S/P Bucheck/Johnson - to call a public hearing for July 23, 1990 at
7:30 p.m. to consider the request of Grace and Ronald Colosimo and
Danny and Gail Collyard for preliminary plat approval of a 3-lot
subdivision to be known as "The Meadows". (Motion carried 9-0).
4. Joint Workshop with City Council on Comprehensive Plan
Mike Black addressed the preliminary review done by Bob Overby, Met.
Council Planner, on the Lake Elmo Comp Plan update.
In order to expedite the completion of the Comprehensive Plan, the
Commission felt clarification was needed on comments made by Met.
Council listed in this review letter. (See letter dated June 27, 1990,
to Mary Kueffner from Ann Hurlburt). Therefore, the following motion
was made:
M/S/P Bucheck/Johnson - to expedite the completion of the Lake Elmo
Comprehensive Plan, the PZ approves a meeting with PZ Chair S.DeLapp,
Admin. Kueffner, and City Planner, Mike Black and Bob Overby and Ann
Hurlburt from the Met Council before the next PZ meeting. (Motion
carried 9-0).
5. Address Public Hearing Requests
At their June llth meeting, the Commission held a Public Hearing on
the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land use Map. The Commission
indicated they would address each individual request on their own
merits.
Don Bishop, General Partner -Lake Elmo Heights, requested extension of
RED from west of Inwood Avenue to the south boundary of Section 21,
LAKE ELMO PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JULY 9, 1990 PAGE 3
M/S/P Bucheck/Wilfong - to recommend to the City Council the requested
area remain RAD Zoning on the Future Land Use Map based on poor soils
in area, the covenant states no future residential development,
neighbors expect the land to stay in RAD Zoning and facts have not
been proven for a zoning change. (Motion carried 9-0).
Charlotte and Joseph Moris, 10500 250th St., Scandia, MN. indicated
their farm is proposed for RAD Zoning on the Future Land Use Map.
They felt this was too restrictive and requested RED Zoning.
M/S/P Arkell/Conlin - to recommend to the City Council the requested
area remain in RAD zoning on the Future Land Use Map based on the lack
of facts have not been given as to why this zoning would be
restrictive. (Motion carried 9-0).
Jim McLeod, 2543 Lake Elmo Avenue, felt the area south of Hwy 5 and
East of Inwood Avenue would be more suitable for some type of
Industrial or low density office space and not suited for residential
houses.
M/S/P Johnston/Bucheck - to recommend to the City Council the
requested area remain RED on the Future Land Use Map because of the
concern for this area being a large water runoff area and the PZ does
not want this to become a strip development with the associated
problems. (Motion carried 8-1 John: He did not consider this area as
prime residential due to being located close to the railroad tracks
and Hwy 5. By requiring this area zoned residential, you are
stagnating the area and denying everything).
Donald Jordan, 3M Real Estate Dept., requests 195 acres of land in the
western part of Lake Elmo, directly east of Ideal Avenue and in the
N.E. and S.E. quadrant of Highway 5 and Ideal Avenue, be designated
Light Industrial/Commercial.
M/S/P Bucheck/Johnson - to recommend to the City Council the requested
area not be changed to Light Industrial/Commercial on the Future Land
Use Map based on sufficient reasons have not been given for a zoning
change. (Motion carried 8-1 DeLapp: He would rather see an RED
Zoning).
Charles Bartholdi, representing Federal Land Company, requests
extension of Highway Business futher N. to 1/2 mile of Cty Road 19 and
I-94. Marilyn Durrow requests their property on the SW corner of
Section 35 on I-94 (on east side of Cty Rd. 19) be considered for
something other than residential.
M/S/P Johnson/John - to recommend to the City Council the request for
the extension from 1/4 mile to 1/2 mile by Federal Land Company and
Marilyn Durrow be denied and remain as RED designation on the Future
Land Use Map based on reasons stated at the PZ meeting when they
recommended the CC not approve the extension of Highway Bus 1/2 mile.
(Motion carried 8-1 Johnston: She felt residential values in this area
was low and commercial would be more compatible with the character of
the area).
LAKE ELMO PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JULY 9, 1990 PAGE 4
Jean Durand, 11332 20th St. N., stated their land is zoned RR and
requested their property be zoned RED.
M/S/P Bucheck/Johnson - to recommend to the Council that the requested
area be considered for RED zoning on the Future Land Use Map based on
this area is surrounded by 1 1/2 acre homesites on three sides, and
they have been assessed for 4 units on 20th Street when the street was
overlayed. (Motion carried 6-3: Bucheck: The land should be rezoned
to RED in the future, but we need to wait and see what can be done
with the water problems; Wilfong, Stevens: There was Council consensus
that this area remain in Ag Zoning until the water problems are
solved.)
Terry Emerson, 2204 Legion Avenue, request a change in the proposed
zoning of their property, approx. 70 acres located at the NW quadrant
of County Road 15 and loth Street N., from RAD to RED Zoning.
M/S/P Johnston/Johnson - to recommend to the City Council that this
area not be considered RED on the Future Land Use Map based on
sufficient reasons have not been given for denser development.
(Motion carried 8-1-0 Abstain: DeLapp:He abstained because of a
potential conflict of interest.)
Administrator Kueffner will review the files for information on
whether or not Hammes Country Vista's Final Plat was recorded.
Northern Vineyards requested a winery with a store with retail sales
and planting of a vineyard on 20 acres zoned Rural Residential located
at the SE corner of DeMontreville Trail and Highway 36.
M/S/P Stevens/Arkell - to recommend to the City Council that this area
remain RED on the Future Land Use map based on this proposal would be
a traffic hazard and not consistent with the Residential zoning
designated on the Future Land Use Map. (Motion carried 9-0).
The following areas were found to be incorrect on the FLUMap: the
outline of the current Cimarron golf course should be shown, Kleis
Park should be indicated, and Friedrich's property was not colored
correctly for zoning designation.
M/S/P Johnson/John - to table a recommendation on the Comp Plan and
Future Land Use Map untl the next PZ meeting or until comments are
received from the Met Council. (Motion carried 9-0).
6. Airport Extension Information:
Rita Conlin reported Dennis Conlin, who is Lake Elmo's representative
to the Met Council's study of reliever airports, received a copy of
the Regional System Reliever Airports Study. The City will receive a
copy of the report. A Met Council Rep. will give a presentation on
the Lake Elmo Airport on August 6, 8:00 p.m. at Hooley Hall.
M/S/P Johnston/Arkell - to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting at
11:05 p.m. (Motion carried 9-0).