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Home My WebLink About11-02-2022APPROVED PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA Regular Meeting November 2, 2022 Mounds View City Hall 2401 Mounds View Boulevard, Mounds View, MN 55112 ______________________________________________________________________________ 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Chair Rundle at 6:30 p.m. for November 2, 2022. ______________________________________________________________________________ 2. Roll Call Members Present: Commissioners Curtis, Farmer, Munson, Nelson, Rundle, and Stevenson. Absent and Excused: Commissioner French. Also Present: Community Development Director Jon Sevald, City Administrator Nyle Zikmund, and Council Member Gary Meehlhause. Index to Minutes Page Resolution 1152-22, Approval of a Preliminary Plat and Final Plat 2 Of “Stellmaker Addition” Resolution 1153-22, Approval of a Conditional Use Permit for 2 Abiding Savior at 8211 Red Oak Drive Resolution 1154-22, Recommending Approval of Amending the 3 Zoning Map for 2310 Mounds View Boulevard; Preliminary Plat of Woodale Apartments; Planned Unit Development; and Development Review Resolution 1155-22, Appointments to the 2023 Planning Commission 6 Approval of Minutes 6 Mounds View Planning Commission November 2, 2022 Regular Meeting Page 2 ________________________________________________________________________ 3. Special Order of Business None. 4. Citizens Requests and Comments on Items Not on the Agenda None. ______________________________________________________________________________ 5. Planning Cases A. Resolution 1152-22, Recommending Approval of the Preliminary and Final Plat of “Stellmaker Addition” Community Development Director Sevald stated the applicants, Tanya and Ryan Stellmaker, live at 7280 Hidden Hollow Court, which backs up to 3024 County Road H2. The Stellmaker’s purchased the home on County Road H2 with the intention of adjusting the property line to make their home’s backyard larger. No new lots will be created. Staff commented further on the request and recommended the Planning Commission recommend approval of the Preliminary and Final Plat for the “Stellmaker Addition” as requested. MOTION/SECOND: Commissioner Stevenson/Commissioner Nelson. To approve Resolution 1152-22, a Resolution Recommending Approval of a Preliminary and Final Plat of “Stellmaker Addition” at 7280 Hidden Hollow Court. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. B. Resolution 1153-22, Recommending Approval of a Conditional Use Permit for Abiding Savior at 8211 Red Oak Drive Community Development Director Sevald stated Abiding Savior, 8211 Red Oak Drive, has two ground signs, one on the northwest corner, and the other along Red Oak Drive. The second sign is proposed to be replaced. Multiple grounds signs are permitted on lots abutting multiple streets, although the cumulative sign area is limited to the combined allowable size (e.g. 100 sq ft divide between two ground signs). Dynamic Signs cannot flash, blink, or resemble traffic signs or create a traffic hazard. The sign must include an ambient light monitor able to adjust the brightness between daytime and nighttime. The sign shall display its message for a minimum of eight seconds. The sign shall only advertise information and activities that are located on the premises (e.g. cannot advertise community events not held on the property). Staff commented further on the request and recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit as requested. Commissioner Stevenson asked how this request differed from Messiah Lutheran Church request. Community Development Director Sevald explained Abiding Savior was requesting a Mounds View Planning Commission November 2, 2022 Regular Meeting Page 3 ________________________________________________________________________ larger sign and commented further on how sign technology has changed over the past several years. Chair Rundle stated he anticipated all churches and local businesses would be going to these signs. MOTION/SECOND: Commissioner Farmer/Commissioner Munson. To approve Resolution 1153-22, a Resolution Recommending Approval of a Conditional Use Permit for a Ground Sign with a Dynamic Display at 8211 Red Oak Drive. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. C. Resolution 1154-22, Recommending Approval of Amending the Zoning Map for 2310 Mounds View Boulevard; Preliminary Plat of Woodale Apartments; Planned Unit Development; and Development Review. Community Development Director Sevald stated Reuter Walton (developer) is proposing “Woodale Apartments”, a 140-unit apartment building to be located at 2310 Mounds View Boulevard, east of Bel Rae Senior Living. The property is currently vacant. The project requires approvals for a Zoning Map Amendment; Preliminary/Final Plat; Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a Planned Unit Development (PUD); and Development Review. The City Council reviewed a concept plan at its August 1, 2022 Work Session, providing a consensus to the developer to proceed with an application. The project includes a “ghost plat” to include a Phase II 130-unit apartment east of Phase I. Phase II would require the acquisition of three homes to the east, none of which are for sale. The intent of the ghost plat is to demonstrate how a Phase II would be compatible with Phase I. There is no timetable as to when (if ever) Phase II will be developed. The proposed deviations for the PUD were further discussed with the Commission. Staff commented further on the proposed request and recommended the Planning Commission approve a Recommendation to Amend the Zoning Map; Preliminary Plat of Woodale Apartments; Planned Unit Development; and Development Review, conditioned upon being revised prior to the City Council’s consideration. Jared Ackmann, Reuter Walton Development, discussed the proposed plans in further detail with the Commission. He reviewed other developments Reuter Walton had completed in the metro area. He stated he has had discussions with the City for the last year. He noted he was proposing a 140 unit apartment complex on the three acre site. He commented on how the units would be broken down for the proposed workforce housing. He indicated the site would have approximately 200 parking stalls and he would not be charging for parking. He discussed the outdoor amenities (tot lot and dog park) that would be included within the development. In addition, the property would have a community room, fitness area, bike racks and onsite office. He stated he appreciated how close this site was to the park and ride on County Road H and was also close to the Metro Transit Route #25 bus line. He finished his presentation by reviewing elevations of different Reuter Walton projects. Mounds View Planning Commission November 2, 2022 Regular Meeting Page 4 ________________________________________________________________________ Commissioner Stevenson asked if the underground parking stalls would be assigned. Mr. Ackmann stated his developments have assigned stalls at some complexes and at others, they have not been assigned. Collin Kaas, Kaas Wilson Architects, commented further on how vehicles would circulate through the underground parking lot. Chair Rundle encouraged Reuter Walton to assign the parking stalls. Commissioner Nelson questioned where residents would park if there was not room in the underground parking lot. Community Development Director Sevald explained the City requires all projects to have adequate parking onsite. Mr. Kaas stated 35 to 40 additional parking stalls could be added on the corner lot as an interim solution, if parking concerns were to arise. Commissioner Nelson inquired if these units would be low income. Mr. Ackmann reported all units would be at 60% AMI or less. He explained he submitted a grant with Ramsey County to have 14 units at 30% AMI. Commissioner Nelson asked how long this project would take to construct. Mr. Ackmann commented on the proposed building timeline and anticipated the apartment complex would take 15 months to build noting the building would be ready to open in December of 2024. Further discussion ensued regarding the number of affordable housing units Mounds View was encouraged to construct per the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Commissioner Nelson questioned if it was the developers long term goal to acquire the corner properties. Mr. Ackmann stated this was the case. Commissioner Stevenson discussed the history of this property noting the rezoning of this site was a long time coming. Commissioner Curtis recommended the plans continue to evolve to include a patio, tot lot, and dog area. Community Development Director Sevald commented further on the proposed landscaping plan and retaining wall location. Mr. Ackmann indicated he would be working on the landscaping plan further, prior to the City Council meeting. Mr. Kaas explained the units along the rear of the building would not have balconies and indicated this was done to protect the privacy of the adjacent homeowners. Commissioner Farmer supported the developer providing sidewalks that go all the way out to Mounds View Boulevard. Community Development Director Sevald reported it was staff’s recommendation to have a sidewalk installed from Woodale Drive to Mounds View Boulevard. Mr. Ackmann explained he was looking into the options that would maximize access for future tenants. Commissioner Nelson indicated he was mostly supportive of the project, but he felt it was being rushed. While he understood the reasons for the project moving forward in a hurry in order to Mounds View Planning Commission November 2, 2022 Regular Meeting Page 5 ________________________________________________________________________ meet the grant timelines, he was concerned with the fact the developer was before the Commission requesting four things at one meeting. Chair Rundle inquired if the fire department had reviewed the plans. Community Development Director Sevald indicated the fire department had reviewed the plans and was looking into turning radius concerns they have, noting the layout of the parking lot could change. Commissioner Nelson questioned what the color scheme would be for the proposed building. Mr. Ackmann reviewed the building colors and materials. Commissioner Curtis stated his only concern with the project at this time was traffic and how traffic would flow in and out of the site. Commissioner Nelson asked what the park dedication fee would be for this project. Community Development Director Sevald discussed the park dedication fee that would be paid by the developer. Commissioner Curtis inquired who would manage this property. Mr. Ackmann stated this was yet to be determined, but noted it would be a local, experienced management company based out of the Twin Cities. Commissioner Farmer recommended staff address the lighting plan to ensure the apartment complex lighting does not bleed onto the neighboring properties. Community Development Director Sevald reported the City had standards in place that would address this concern. Commissioner Stevenson suggested the City Arborist review these plans prior to receiving Council approval. Commissioner Nelson requested the applicant provide the City with further information regarding the sites snow removal plan. Commissioner Stevenson questioned if a traffic study should be required. Community Development Director Sevald noted a traffic study could be completed after the project was approved. He suggested a traffic engineer be present when the Council reviews and considers this request. MOTION/SECOND: Commissioner Curtis/Commissioner Nelson. To approve Resolution 1154-22, a Resolution Recommending Approval of Amending the Zoning Map for 2310 Mounds View Boulevard; Preliminary Plat of Woodale Apartments; Planned Unit Development; and Development Review, directing staff and the applicant to provide further information regarding landscaping, proof of parking, snow removal, traffic and exterior lighting. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Mounds View Planning Commission November 2, 2022 Regular Meeting Page 6 ________________________________________________________________________ 6. Other Planning Activity A. Resolution 1155-22, Recommending Appointments to the 2023 Planning Commission Community Development Director Sevald stated the Planning and Zoning Commission consists of seven Mounds View residents, appointed by the City Council to three-year terms, based upon the recommendation of the Commission. Terms expiring on December 31, 2022, include; Gary Rundle. The City advertised openings via the city website (deadline: October 20, 2022), receiving one application for the Planning Commission: Gary Rundle, 7445 Spring Lake Road Community Development Director Sevald recommended the Planning Commission approve the appointments. MOTION/SECOND: Commissioner Stevenson/Commissioner Munson. To approve Resolution 1155-22, a Resolution Recommending Gary Rundle be appointed to the Planning and Zoning Commission, for the term 2023-2025. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 7. Approval of Minutes September 7, 2022. Commissioner Farmer requested a correction to the minutes under Item 5A. MOTION/SECOND: Commissioner Curtis/Commissioner Farmer. To approve the Minutes of the September 7, 2022 regular Planning Commission meetings as amended. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 8. Reports A. Upcoming Planning Cases & Activity Community Development Director Sevald stated he had no upcoming planning cases. B. Staff Updates Community Development Director Sevald provided the Commission with an update from staff. He explained the Simon’s property was on hold at this time. Mounds View Planning Commission November 2, 2022 Regular Meeting Page 7 ________________________________________________________________________ C. Council Updates Council Member Meehlhause provided the Planning Commission with an update from the City Council. He stated the Council has been working on the 2023 budget and tax levy. He estimated the final tax levy would be around 5.5%. He commented on the benefits of having a home energy audit. He reported the Council was considering an expansion to the Community Center. City Administrator Zikmund explained staff was meeting bi-weekly with the architect working on the plans for the Community Center expansion. He reported the architect would have plans ready for the Council to review in February of 2023. He stated the City would be completing a community survey that was focused on parks and recreation, along with the proposed Community Center expansion. He anticipated the City would have to bond for this project at some point in the future. He commented on why the precautionary boil alert was in place, noting a variable frequency fan failed. He discussed how the City was responding to the notification/alert concerns. He noted the City would be issuing a report to the public once all of the facts were compiled. D. Planning Commissioner Reports Chair Rundle encouraged all residents to vote in the General Election on Tuesday, November 8. 9. Next Planning Commission Meeting: A. Wednesday, November 16, 2022 B. Wednesday, December 7, 2022 10. Adjournment There being no further business before the Planning Commission, Chair Rundle adjourned the meeting at 8:34 p.m. ______________________________________________________________________________ Respectfully submitted, Jon Sevald Community Development Director Transcribed by: Heidi Guenther Mounds View Planning Commission November 2, 2022 Regular Meeting Page 8 ________________________________________________________________________ Minute Maker Secretarial