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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-04-1986 PROCEEDINGS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW III RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA Regular Meeting June 4, 1986 Mounds View City Hall 2401 Hwy. 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 The Mounds View Planning Commission was called to 1. Call to order by Chairman Mountin at 7: 35 PM on Wednesday, Order June 4, 1986. MEMBERS PRESENT: Commissioners Zollner, Miller, 2. Roll Call Forslund and Chairman Mountin. It was noted that Commissioner Anderson had sub- mitted his resignation from the Planning Commission, effective immediately. ALSO PRESENT: Public Works/Community Development Director Thatcher. Motion/Second: Forslund/Zollner to approve the May 7, 3. Approval of 4111 1986 minutes as presented. Minutes: May 7 , 1986 4 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried There were no residents requests or comments from 4. Residents the floor. Requests and Comments from the Floor James Evans, of Buetow and Associates, reviewed the 5 . Jeff Nielson, proposed plan of Specialized Concrete Products Mfg. 4807 Mustang to construct a 40 ,700 square foot office and Circle, warehouse building. He reviewed the parking Case 192-86 requirements and stated they feel they would have sufficient parking with 57 regular and 2 handicapped spaces, versus the 90 that is required by City code. Director Thatcher reviewed the section of the code, Chapter 40 , regarding parking requirements and how the number of spaces is determined. IllkChairman Mountin noted that in the past they have lways required applicants to have adequate parking, s the building may be sold in the future, and the new business may need the additional parking spaces. She recommended that 90 spaces be provided. Mounds View Planning Commission June 4, 1986 Regular Meeting Page Two Mr. Evans responded that there is ample room for the arking, and they will provide the required number of spaces. Director Thatcher noted that approval is still required from the Rice Creek Watershed District, and the City still needs to review and approve the drainage plan. He reviewed proposed Resolution No. 163-86. Mr. Evans reviewed the proposed lighting for the property. Chairman Mountin advised that the site plan should show the lighting. Mr. Evans explained the operation of the business, and stated that the trucks are stored inside the building at night, at which time they are loaded, and they are out making deliveries during the day. He added that all garbage would be stored inside the building, and noise would be very minimal, with none at night. Director Thatcher explained a sprinkling system would be required, under Appendix E of the State Building Code. Motion/Second: Miller/Forslund to adopt Resolution No. 163-86 regarding Mounds View Planning Case No. 111V92-86, for Specialized Concrete Products Manufacturing. 4 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried Director Thatcher stated this item would be placed on the Council agenda once all the loose ends and cleared up. Director Thatcher reviewed proposed Resolution No. 6 . George R. Grone, 164-86. 8430 Knollwood Dr. Case 190-86 Mr. Grone stated there is no problem with water on his property, and he did not want to have the expense of installing the concrete pipe to provide drainage on the property. Mrs. Grone stated their property is higher than any of the surrounding property. Director Thatcher explained that some type of positive outlet is needed for this area, and that once the land is fully developed, the water situation could be entirely different than it is today. He added they have had a similar problem Illpfn other areas of the City. Chairman Mountin suggested a land survey could be done by someone hired by Mr. Grone. She explained the City was basing their decision on an aerial Mounds View Planning Commission June. 4, 1986 Regular Meeting Page Three survey of the property, and the Planning Commission Ilk ould be more than willing to look at the findings of reputable firm of a land survey. Director Thatcher explained there can be a 1-2' deviation in the findings of an aerial survey. Chairman Mountin stated the Planning Commission could approve the proposed resolution at this time, deny it, or the applicant could appeal Staff' s findings at this time. Director Thatcher stated Mr. Grone could hire an engineer and provide proof to the City that there is a positive outlet on the property. Mr. Grone stated his objection is purely a financial one, as he does not want to spend $2,000 - $3,000 on putting in a positive outlet, and he does not feel one is required. Commissioner Zollner asked Mr. Grone to remember that conditions would change once new homes are built on the property. Mr. and Mrs. Grone both stated there is no standing water on the property and there has not been any. They Illstated they believe this is being required of them ecause of a significant drainage problem to the east of them. Director Thatcher noted this same requirement has been made to other subdivisions which have come before the Planning Commission. Mrs. Grone stated that they want to subdivide at this time but do not plan on building on the lots now. Director Thatcher replied the problem must be addressed at the time of subdivision. Commissioner Forslund added that all subdivisions must meet the requirements of Chapters 40 , 48 and 49 . Chairman Mountin stated she would be agreeable to tabling this item until the Grone' s have had an opportunity to explore their rights and what is required. Mrs. Grone stated she does not feel that Staff is doing their job. After considerable discussion, it was the concensus of he Planning Commission to approve the resolution, with he stipulations as set forth. Mrs. Grone made reference to a letter from Staff dated May 16, and stated she did not like the. word.ing and use of the word "pond" . • ' Mourids View Planning Commission June 4, 1986 Regular Meeting Page Four IlkChairman Mountin stated Mrs. Grone' s objections would ecome part of the minutes. She also questioned whether he Planning Commission could approve this without a site plan. Mr. Grone stated he would provide one. Motion/Second: Forslund/Zollner to approve Resolution No. 164-86, recommending to the Council regarding Mounds View Planning Case No. 190-86. 4 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried Director Thatcher recommended the Grone' s secure an expert in the field to determine what type and size of pipe is needed before going to the City Council with their appeal. Motion/Second: Forslund/Miller to postpone 7. Daryl Blasberg, discussion on this item until 9: 30 PM, at the Case 191-86 request of Mr. Ken Sjodin. 4 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried arlin Grant, of Mary Anderson Homes, stated that 8. Silver Lake ue to changes in the market, they are requesting Woods III to change the planned construction of condominium units in Silver Lake Woods to one story townhouses. He explained . they have encountered too many problems in selling the two story units, and they would be lowering the density, and the units would have a greater square footage, along with a higher price, between $86,000 and $110,000. Mr. Grant stated they would be meeting with the home- owners association to review the proposed change with them. Fred Haas, of Mary Anderson Homes, showed where the townhouses would be located, in areas that are now designated for condominiums. He explained the owners of each unit would own the land under them, versus the non-ownership of condos , and he stated they would be dropping 30 units total. Director Thatcher stated some minor changes may be required in the development agreement. Mr. Grant stated they would like to go before the City Council on June 16, with the Planning 4Ikommission' s recommendation for conceptual approval. e added they would also get the approval of the homeowners association before that date. Mounds View Planning Commission June 4 , 1986 Regular Meeting Page Five letChairman Mountin stated she would be abstaining from the ote, as she is planning to build in the development, ut she would not step down from the discussion, as they would lose their quorum. Mr. Grant asked the Planning Commission if their approval could be worded to allow the construction of either condominiums or townhouses in the designated areas, as the market may change again in the future or they may have buyers who want condominiums rather than townhouses. The Planning Commission drafted the following resolu- tion, No. 165-86: Whereas, Mary Anderson is proposing to construct six unit townhouses in lieu of eight unit condominium structures on some of the remaining undeveloped lots of Silver Lake Woods Carriage Homes, Tract D , and Whereas the six unit townhouses will be on the lots originally proposed as eight unit condominiums , and Whereas the development agreement may need to be revised, and Illirhereas Mary Anderson shall secure approval of the ajority of the homeowners association, and Whereas the density will be reduced from 168 units to as low as 138 units in the undeveloped area, and Whereas Mary Anderson shall deedthe land beneath the townhouses to the townhouse owners, Now therefore be it resolved that the Planning Commission recommends to the City Council that this conceptual plan be approved contingent upon approval of the majority of the homeowners association, Be it further resolved that the Planning Commission recommends to the City Coucil that the development agreement be amended accordingly, and Be it further resolved that Mary Anderson may construct townhouses or condominiums on any particular lot in Silver Lake Woods Carriage Homes, Tract D , Be it further resolved that this resolution be forwarded to the City Council prior to the approval of the Planning Commission minutes. 1111 Mounds View Planning Commission June 4 , 1986 Regular Meeting Page Six Motion/Second: Forslund/Miller to approve Reso- lution No. 165-86. 3 ayes : 1 abstention Motion Carried Chairman Mountin abstained from the vote for previously mentioned reasons. Director Thatcher reviewed his memo of May 27, 1986 9 . Daryl Blasberg, to the Planning Commission, regarding the request of 8106 Groveland Daryl Blasberg to vacate an easement at 8106 Groveland Road, Road. Case 191-86 Ken Sjodin stated that there is a cloud on the title, and requested the City take action. stating that the easement is no longer needed and remove it from the property. Director Thatcher stated that they would need positive information from an attorney stating that there is a definite easement on the property and asking for it to be vacated. He explained that it is questionable whether an easement still exists on the property, and if it is removed, where it should go. 11 Mr. Sjodin stated that if an easement is required omewhere, Mr. Blasberg does not own the other land to grant another easement. There was considerable discussion as to whether an easement actually exists and what action should be taken. Director Thatcher stated he felt a legal opinion was necessary. Motion/Second: Mountin/Miller to table to the next agenda session and request that this item be referred to the City Attorney for his opinion, and further request that the applicant or his representative provide the Planning Commission with letters from the attorneys who have searched the title on this. The minutes should also be searched to the best of the City' s ability to see what happened to the easement. 4 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried The Planning Commission asked Director Thatcher to investigate the title insurance and what guarantees are provided, to whom, and get back to them. hairman Mountin reviewed proposed Resolution No.111, 10. Discussion on 66-86. Wuornos & Assoc. Study Mounds View Planning Commission June 4, 1986 Regular Meeting Page Seven Motion/Second: Zoliner/Miller to adopt Resolution o. 166-86. 4 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried Director Thatcher had no report. 11 . Staff Report Chairman Mountin reported the attendees at the 12 . Chairman' s May 21 , 1986 agenda session were Commissioner Report Zoliner, Chairman Mountin and Director Thatcher. Chairman Mountin adjourned the meeting at 10:.40 PM. 13. Adjournment Respectfully submitted, //k Steven W. Thatcher Public Works/Community Development Director • • MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 163-86 11111 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION REGARDING MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING CASE NO. 192-86 , SPECIALIZED CONCRETE PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING, JEFF NIELSEN WHEREAS, Jeff Nielson has requested City approval to construct a 40, 700 square foot building at 4807 Mustang Circle; and WHEREAS , construction of this building , as requested , requires development and conditional use permit approval; and WHEREAS , the Planning Commission has reviewed the staff report and reviewed information submitted by the applicant which includes the following : 1 . Development plan 2. Site survey 3 . Evidence of site control; and WHEREAS , the Planning Commission has also reviewed this 11111proposal and it is in conformance with all Chapters of the Municipal Code, specifically Chapters 40, 42, 49 and 49A and State Statutes; and WHEREAS, the development is being reviewed by the Rice Creek Watershed District; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View Planning Commission recommends approval of the development and conditional use permit contingent on the items listed in development agreement Exhibit 2A, approval by Rice Creek Watershed District and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mounds View Planning Commission recommends that a development agreement be entered into between the City and the developer which includes the following : 1 . Exhibits : a ) Site, grading, lighting , landscaping and utility plan b) Development plan c ) Site survey 1111 d) Legal description e ) Ordinance No. 49A 7-year performance bond of $1,000 f) Building plans and specifications RESOLUTION NO. 163-86 Page Two of Two 1111 2. Security for the development mentiin an amount to be determined by the City l . 3 . Exhibit 2A to require the following: a ) Paved parking areas shall approval fomRceCreek use B61curing. • b) Developer shall Watershed District. c ) Two handicapped parking spaces shall be installed. d ) The building shall have a sprinkler system. e ) Concrete cross curb and gutter shall be installed at the street entrances. f ) Parking spaces shall be a minimum of 9 feet by 20 feet. q) A minimum of 90 parking sprovales sfrom thebe 1Minnesoaa h) Developer shall secure app Department of Natural Resources. i ) Permanent structures shall not be installed on the utility easement. by the City j ) Storm water plan shall be approved Engineer . k) Lighting shall be hooded and not visible from the 111 street. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mounds View Planning Commission recommends to the City Council approval of a conditional use permit which includes the following: 1 . If repairs, maintenance or construction work is necessary in the utility easement, the property owner shall be responsible for the costs of removing any improvements made in the easement area and restoring the easement area. BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the Mounds View Planning Commission direct staff to forward this resolution to the City Council prior to approval of the minutes. Adopted this 4th day of June, 1986. ATTEST: Chairman 11111 (SEAL) Director of Public Works/ Community Development III MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 164-86 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA RECOMMENDATION TO THE CITY COUNCIL REGARDING MOUNDS VIEW • PLANNING CASE NO. 190-86, GEORGE R. GRONE, MAJOR SUBDIVISION ( 1 LOT INTO 3 LOTS) , 8430 KNOLLWOOD DRIVE WHEREAS, Mr. George R. Grone has requested City approval for a major subdivision ( 1 lot into 3 lots ) at 8430 Knoliwood • Drive ; and . WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the staff . report and the certificate of survey dated April 14, 1986; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has also reviewed this proposal and it is in conformance with all chapters of the Municipal Code, specifically Chapters 40, 48, 49, and State . Statutes; and WHEREAS, this development does not need to be reviewed by • the Rice Creek Watershed District; and WHEREAS, the subdivider shall provide plans and calcula- • tions for storm water control per City Code Chapter 49A prior to subdivision approval; and WHEREAS, the subdivider shall furnish the City with a site, grading, - and drainage plan prior to approval; and WHEREAS , the developer shall pay a park dedication fee of $192. 00 ( $150/acre X 1 . 28 acres) prior to approval; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View Planning Commission recommends approval of the development per the request of George R. Grone contingent upon receiving the following : 1 . Five foot drainage easements on the rear and side property lines. 2. A drainage easement over the storm water detention pond. • 3. Plans and calculations for storm water control . 4 . Site , grading and drainage plan. 410' 5. Payment of park dedication fee . . MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 164-86 PAGE TWO OF TWO II BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the Mounds View Planning Commission direct staff to forward this resolution to the City Council prior to approval of the minutes. Adopted this 4th day of June, 1986 . ATTEST: Chairman (SEAL) Director of Public Works/ Community Development MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 165-86 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW ID COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION REGARDING MARV ANDERSON 'S REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT TOWNHOUSES INSTEAD OF CONDOMINIUMS IN THE AREA OF LAKE COURT DRIVE WHEREAS, Mary Anderson is proposing to construct six unit townhouses in lieu of eight unit condominium structures on some of the remaining undeveloped lots of Silver Lake Woods Carriage Homes, Tract D; and WHEREAS , the six unit townhouses will be on the lots originally proposed as eight unit condominiums; and WHEREAS, the development agreement may need to be revised; and WHEREAS, Mary Anderson shall secure approval of the majority of the homeowners association; and WHEREAS, the density will be reduced from 168 units to as low as 138 units in the undeveloped area; and III WHEREAS , Mary Anderson shall deed the land beneath the townhouses to the townhouse owners; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commis- sion recommends to the City Council that this conceptual plan be approved contingent upon approval of the majority of the home- owners association; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Planning Commission recom- mends to the City Council that the development agreement be amended accordingly; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Mary Anderson may construct townhouses or condominiums on any particular lot in Silver Lake Woods Carriage Homes, Tract D; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution be forward to the City Council prior to approval of the minutes. Adopted this 4th day of June, 1986 ATTEST: Chairman lb (SEAL) Director. of Public Works/ Community Development MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 166-86 • ,CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION TO THE CITY COUNCIL REGARDING THE PLANNING STUDY, "HIGHWAY FRONTAGE, PLANNING DISTRICTS 6 AND 12, CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW, DECEMBER 1985" , R. L. WUORNOS AND ASSOCIATES WHEREAS, the City of Mounds View contracted R. L. Wuornos and Associates to complete the referenced study; and WHEREAS, the study has been completed and forwarded by the City Council to the Planning Commission; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has completed an intense review of the study; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds that the study: 1 . contains inaccurracies and inconsistancies in data ; 2. supports its findings on selected goals and policies; 3 . does not address adjacent areas impacted by the study • area; and 4. does not offer alternative solutions; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View Planning Commission recommends to the City Council that the Wuornos Study be neither adopted nor implemented; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Planning Commission forwards the Study and this resolution to the City Council prior to approval of the minutes. Adopted this 4th day of June , 1986. ATTEST: Chairman (SEAL) • Director of Public Works/ Community Development