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Document: Pl. MINUTES 11191996
1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
3 NOVEMBER 19, 1996
4 I. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
5 The meeting was called to order and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chair Bergstrom at
6 7:02 P.M.
7 II. ROLL CALL.
8 Commissioners present: Chair Bergstrom; Commissioners Delmonico, Franzese (arrived at
9 7:04), Gondorchin, Makowske(arrived at 7:06 p.m.), and
10 Thompson.
11 Commissioners absent: Commissioner Horst.
12 Also present: Kim Moore-Sykes, Management Assistant.
13 1II. APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER 19, 1996 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA.
14 Motion by Thompson, seconded by Gondorchin, to approve the Planning Commission Agenda
15 for November 19 as presented, noting that Item VI.A. 96-18 - Conditional Use Permit, Milliam-
16 Magnuson VFW, had been withdrawn from the agenda on November 15, 1996 as per request of
17 the applicant.
Motion carried unanimously.
19 Commissioner Franzese arrived at 7:04 p.m..
20 IV. APPROVAL OF THE OCTOBER 15, 1996 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
21 MINUTES.
22 Commissioner Makowske arrived at 7:06 p.m.
23 Motion by Delmonico, seconded by Franzese,to approve the October 15, 1996 Planning
24 Commission Meeting minutes with the following changes:
25 On Page 2, Lines 6 and 7, remove "because the building is in the setback, by definition of the
26 City Ordinance (Section 1660), this is a non-conforming structure"and replace with"because the
27 building was grandfathered in, this is a non-conforming issue".
28 On Page 4, Line 1, remove "allowance of a new non-conforming structure" and replace with
29 "variance for proposed structure".
30 Motion carried unanimously.
31 V. DESIGNATE PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE TO NOVEMBER 26,
1996 COUNCIL MEETING.
Commissioner Franzese was appointed as the Planning Commission representative for the
34 Tuesday,November 26, 1996, City Council meeting.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
November 19, 1996
• Page 2
1 VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS.
2 A. Conditional Use Permit, Milliam-Magnuson VFW,(9L-18 .
3 Ms. Moore-Sykes reported this request was withdrawn by the applicant on November 15, 1996.
4 B. Variance for R-1 Lot Width, 3216 32nd Avenue N.E.
5 Chair Bergstrom opened the public hearing at 7:13 P.M.
6 Ms. Moore-Sykes reported Thomas A. Brama,potential buyer of 3216-32nd Avenue N.E., is
7 requesting a lot width variance of 7 lineal feet so that he can complete the purchase of this R-1
8 lot. It is his intention to demolish the current structure and rebuild a contemporary residential
9 structure that will conform with those in the surrounding neighborhood. He indicated to Staff
10 that once the home is built, he and his family intend to reside there.
I I The site plan submitted to Staff indicates that the structure will be built within the setbacks as
12 required by the City Zoning Ordinance and impervious surfaces are well within the lot coverage
13 requirement. The lot is 9,129 square feet, which conforms to the City Ordinance regarding the
14 size of an interior lot. In reviewing the plat map of the area, a great majority of the R-1 lots
15 along 32nd between Silver Lake Road and Rankin Road are between 50 and 68 feet wide.
Ms. Moore-Sykes reported Staff is recommending approval of the lot width variance request of 7
lineal feet for the following reasons:
18 1. The insufficient width of this lot makes it non-conforming and thereby creates a hardship
19 for an interested buyer of this property.
20 2. Neighboring lots have front footages that range from 50 feet to 68 feet and were platted
21 before the City's Zoning Ordinances were codified.
22 3. Without this variance, Mr. Brama would not be able to build his home on this R-1 lot,
23 thus preventing him from redeveloping this lot into its best and most reasonable use.
24 4. The variance; if approved would not alter the essential character of the neighborhood.
25 Chair Bergstrom asked if a survey had been done of this property.
26 Ms. Moore-Sykes stated the county map indicates this is a short lot, 68 feet, as are most of the
27 lots in this area.
28 Mr. Thomas Brama, 1811 Long Lake Road, stated he had grown up in St. Anthony and now lives
29 in New Brighton. His children attend Wilshire Park School and he and his wife would like to
30 move into the school district. He noted the existing structure is 23 feet by 24 feet and the only
31 option available is to demolish the structure. He noted the proposed home will meet all the
32 setback requirements.
0 Commission Franzese commented that this was a nice looking home. Commissioner
34 Gondorchin asked who would be building the home.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
November 19, 1996
• Page 3
1 Mr. Brama stated he would be building the home. He noted that his father was builder and he
2 had helped his father build a dozen homes. The value of the home would be between
3 $180,000.00 and $200,000.00 and the foundation will contain 1,000 square feet and there will be
4 a three-car attached garage.
5 Chair Bergstrom questioned why a variance was necessary as the lot was already platted with an -
6 existing structure and the proposed structure would meet all the setback requirements.
7 Ms. Moore-Sykes stated this was required as the lot was non-conforming.
8 Commissioner Franzese noted that this currently is a non-conforming issue which is
9 grandfathered in as the home was built before 1976. Once the structure is removed, the lot will
10 not be in compliance with the ordinance. A variance is necessary for compliance.
11 Commissioner Franzese asked when construction would begin.
12 Mr. Brama stated he had hoped to begin construction before frost but was unable. His current
13 home is for sale and he hopes to start construction before December 1, 1996 with completion in 4
14 to 5 months.
Chair Bergstrom closed the public hearing at 7:20 P.M.
16 Motion by Gondorchin, seconded by Delmonico, to recommend approval of a lot width variance
17 request of 7 lineal feet for Thomas A. Brama, for the property located at 3216 - 32nd Avenue
18 N.E. as it meets the variance criteria as follows:
19 1. The hardship is not created by the owner as the lot was platted before the city codified
20 lots and represented housing standards of that era.
21 2. The situations are unique to this individual and property.
22 3. The variance, if approved would not alter the essential character of the neighborhood and
23 is in the spirit with redevelopment of the City of St. Anthony
24 4. No opposition was expressed to the request.
25 Motion carried unanimously.
26 Chair Bergstrom noted this issue will be considered at the November 26, 1996 City Council
27 meeting.
28 Commissioner Franzese asked Staff to clarify the necessity of the variance. Commissioner
29 Makowske noted this issue was addressed on page 1613, Section 1615.05 Subd. 2.
30 VII. OTHER BUSINESS.
A. Review of Proposed Amendment to the OPUS Sign Plan for CUB Foods Store.
it This item was postponed as no representatives were present from OPUS or Universal
33 Signs.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
• November 19, 1996
Page 4
1 B. Review of the Amendment to Chapter 16 re: Setback Requirements for Shopping
2 Centers.
3 Ms. Moore-Sykes reported a Planning Commission public hearing will be necessary in
4 regard to this issue in January or February, 1997. She explained this amendment
5 addresses the definition of shopping centers and allowing in unique situations the
6 forgoing of the setback requirements of usual platted lots. She noted the example of
7 Apache Plaza.. This amendment would allow for reduction the restrictions to allow for
8 continuing development of Apache Plaza.
9 Chair Bergstrom asked if this definition of"shopping center" would conflict with the
10 definition of"shopping center" in Section 1400.04, Subd. 27 of the sign ordinance.
11 Commissioner Franzese noted that the definition in Section 1400.04 was more specific.
12 It included a minimum of 75,000 square feet, common ownership and parking provided
13 for use in common. She suggested the definition be deleted from Section 1400.04 and
14 noted it was placed there originally as it was not listed anywhere else.
15 Commissioner.Makowske noted there were four differences in the definitions. In Section
16 1400.04 the use of the term"occupant", the requirement of more than 75,000 square feet
of area, and parking provided for use in common, and in Section 1635.35 the reference to
"multiple ownership".
19 Chair Bergstrom noted these definitions need to be parallel.
20 Commissioner Gondorchin questioned why the number"four" was chosen as the
21 minimum number of service establishments.
22 There was Commission consensus that the intent of the proposed ordinance was good.
23 There was direction to Staff to bring the concerns and questions to the attention of City
24 Attorney and obtain his opinion.
25
26 VIII. COMMENTS.
27 A. Commissioners.
28 Commissioner Franzese stated she had noted that the bonding bill which was passed was
29 not included on her tax statement. She has contacted the Finance Director and he is
30 investigating.
31 Chair Bergstrom congratulated Commissioner Franzese on her re-election to the
32 Hennepin County Park Commission.
Commissioner Makowske reported he had been elected as President of the St. Anthony
Orchestra Board of Directors.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
November 19, 1996
• Page 5
1 Commissioner Thompson reported there would be a public information hearing regarding
2 the bridge project on December 3, 1996 from 6:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. at Apache Plaza.
3 B. Staff.
4 1. December Public Hearings.
5 a. None.
6
7 2. Comprehensive Plan Update Task Force.
8 Chair Bergstrom explained the two at large representatives, Anthony Kaczor and
9 Constance Kozlak had been chosen as they had been present at the joint meeting last
10 month and had expressed interest. He questioned the identity of Jeanette Solie.
11 Ms. Moore-Sykes stated she had asked Public Works Director and he had informed her
12 that Ms. Solie was a phenomenal Realtor, did her own work, was knowledgeable and
13 very helpful. Ms. Moore-Sykes reported City Manager has suggested that the Chamber
14 of Commerce President be appointed as the representative for the Retail/Commercial
15 area. He also had advised that George Wagner is a member of the Kiwanis and would be
16 able to fill two roles.
17 Commissioner.Makowske stated he felt the best means to get information back to the
community was through community representatives on the task force.
19 Commissioner Franzese stated she did not know Jeanette Solie but was aware that her
20 husband Ken Solie owned the Macalaster Apartments, American Monarch property and
21 the property to the east of the American Monarch Building.
22 Chair Bergstrom asked what Healthy Youth/Healthy Community was.
23 Commissioner Makowske stated it is a group which includes the churches and other
24 members of the community, which was founded to focus on more positive opportunities
25 for youth.
26 Ms. Moore-Sykes stated a representative from this organization would represent various
27 organizations and interests of the community.
28 Chair Bergstrom asked if this was a viable organization. Commissioner Makowske stated
29 he was not sure but his recommendation would be to return churches as that
30 representative.
31' Commissioner Makowske asked how Kim Johnson had been appointed to the School
32 Representative position.
aMs. Moore-Sykes stated he had been suggested by Warren Rolek, Superintendent of
34 Schools.
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November 19, 1996
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1 Chair Bergstrom stated he had envisioned the task force to be a group of people with
2 diversified vested interests in the City of St. Anthony.
3 Commissioner Gondorchin stated he would like to see the church community
4 represented. He was in favor of sending a communication to all of the churches and
5 asking them to feel free to contact the task force or to submit their opinions to the task
6 force. This would give the church communities the chance to be involved.
7 Chair Bergstrom stated he felt the same should be done for the Service Organization
8 Representative.
9 Commissioner Makowske stated he felt the task force should have representatives who
10 would bring information in as well as bring information back out to civic organizations,
11 churches and schools.
12 Chair Bergstrom stated he supported the idea of identifying the churches in the
13 community and sending them copies of information and inviting them to meetings. He
14 felt this may even be a good method for addressing the Multi-Family/Housing Complex
15 Representative.
itCommissioner Makowske asked if the aging community and younger families were being
17 addressed as part of the task force.
18 Commissioner Franzese stated she felt the School Representative was representing the
19 young families. Ms. Moore-Sykes noted that Community Services has a Senior Program.
20 She suggested Chair Bergstrom contact the Coordinator, Sally Cain at 781-5021.
21 Commissioner Franzese suggested a form letter be developed to be sent to the Chamber
22 of Commerce to request a representative be sent from the industry and retail area.
23 Chair Bergstrom suggested the voting members of the task force include Planning
24 Commission members, City Council members, 1 member of the Chamber of Commerce,
25 1 School Board member or school representative, a Realtor and two at-large members of
26 the community.
27 Commissioners Franzese, Delmonico, Makowske and Bergstrom stated they were all
28 interested in serving on the task force.
29 IX. ADJOURNMENT.
30 Motion by Makowske, seconded by Bergstrom,to adjourn the meeting at 8:15 P.M.
•1. Commissioner Franzese suggested that Agenda Item VII.A. be discussed even though no
32 representative had appeared at the meeting.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
November 19, 1996
Page 7
1 Commissioner.Makowske withdrew his motion to adjourn. Chair Bergstrom concurred.
2 VII. A..Review of Proposed Amendment to the OPUS Sign Plan for CUB Foods Store.
3 Ms. Moore-Sykes stated she had informed the applicant that he should be present at the meeting
4 this evening.
5 Commissioner Gondorchin stated he was in favor of granting the amendment to the sign plan.
6 Commissioner Delmonieo stated he was in agreement.
7 Ms. Moore-Sykes explained that Rick Palmateer of Universal Signs had stated that the sign
8 standards for CUB Foods Stores had changed and it would be more costly to go back and create a
9 sign they no longer use.
10 Commissioner Franzese stated she was inclined to support approval of the amendment but felt
11 that the signs were excessive.
12 Commissioner Makowske stated he had concerns especially since no one was present to
represent the request. He felt there was a comprehensive plan in place and the signage should
�l4 not be done "piece meal". He was concerned that a retailer on the other end of the mall would
15 come forward and request an amendment to their signage.
16 Chair Bergstrom also stated his concern of setting a precedent. He stated he did not feel a change
17 in corporate standards was a good reason to amend the comprehensive sign plan.
18 Commissioner Gondorchin stated he had been inclined to support the amendment at first because
19 he felt it was a unique situation at Apache Plaza. He would however, like to know the reason for
20 the change. He stated he felt a change in corporate standards was irrelevant.
21 There was Commission consensus that they were concerned because no one from Super Valu
22 appeared to answer the questions of the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission wants
23 to support the redevelopment of Apache Plaza but are concerned with the continued requests for
24 amendments to the'comprehensive signage plan. The concerns of the Commission were
25 unanimous but the positions to support the amendment were divided.
26 Motion by Makowske, seconded by Bergstrom, to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 P.M.
27 Motion carried unanimously.
28 Respectfully submitted,
WLorri Kopischke
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