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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPL MINUTES 08171999 Meeting Sheet IIIIII VIII VIII VIII VIII VIII IIII IIII 100792 Box: 19 Folder; PL MINUTES AND AGENDAS 1999 Document: PL MINUTES 08171999 ' 1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY' 2 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AUGUST 17, 1999 4 I. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. 5 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Chair 6 Bergstrom. 7 II. ROLL CALL. 8 Commissioners Present: Chair Bergstrom; Commissioners Tillman, Hanson(arrived at 7:03 9 p.m.), Horst(arrived at 7:04 p.m.) Melsha, Hatch and Stille. 10 Commissioners absent: None. 11 Also present: City Manager Mike Morrison. 12 III. APPROVAL OF AUGUST 17, 1999 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA. 13 Motion by Commissioner Melsha,second by Commissioner Tillman to approve the August 17, 1999 14 Planning Commission Meeting Agenda as presented. 15 16 Motion carried unanimously. 17 IV. APPROVAL OF JULY 20, 1999 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES. 18 Motion by Chair Bergstrom,second by Commissioner Melsha to approve the July 20, 1999 Planning 40 Commission Meeting Minutes as presented. 21 Motion carried unanimously. 22 23 Hanson arrived at 7:03 p.m. 24 V. DESIGNATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE TO THE AUGUST 25 24, 1999 CITY COUNCIL MEETING. 26 Hatch agreed to attend the August 24, 1999 City Council Meeting. 27 Horst arrived at 7:04 p.m. 28 VI. PUBLIC HEARING. 29 A. 99-08 Mendota Homes.Inc.-3621 Old Highway 8: Conditional Use Permit:Preliminary 30 Plat; Final Plat; Rear Yard Variance. 31 Chair Bergstrom opened the public hearing at 7:04 p.m. 32 Chair Bergstrom requested input from City Manager Mike Mornson. Mornson reviewed for the 33 Commission that in December 1997, a representative from Mendota Homes.had presented a 34 request to the Planning Commission to rezone a vacant property at 3621 Old Highway 8 to 35 complete a multi-family housing project that is on adjacent property in Roseville. Both the cities 0 of St. Anthony and Roseville approved the rezoning. 37 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes August 17, 1999 Page 2 • 1 In May of this year, Staff was informed by Mendota Homes that the scope of the project had 2 changed, and that single-level townhomes were proposed for the site instead. Staff informed 3 Mendota Homes that a conditional use permit would be necessary, as well as replatting the lot to 4 accommodate the two proposed townhome lots and a 37-foot variance to the rear yard setback 5 requirement. 6 7 Ms. Erin Mathern, as a representative for Mendota Homes, attended a concept review at the July 8 201 Planning Commission meeting. The City of Roseville has given approval for the project. 9 Morrison stated that Mendota Homes has filed the appropriate applications and Staff has not 10 received any public comments. 11 Stille questioned the conditions that a motion on this subject would need to include. Morrison 12 clarified that a motion would need to include all conditions and designations that the 13 Commission wished to impose on this project. 14 Tillman stated that she understood that Roseville wanted the last four townhomes separated from 15 the townhomes on the St. Anthony side, partly because of dispatching fire or emergency 16 situations. Morrison clarified that St. Anthony would probably respond to any 911 calls because 17 the City is closer to the project than Roseville. Tillman questioned whether appropriate • turnaround areas could be implemented into the project as a condition. 19 Chair Bergstrom introduced John Mathern, a representative from Mendota Homes, and invited 20 him to address the Commission. 21 22 Mr. Mathern briefly reviewed the history of the project, siting that a 30-unit senior building had 23 originally been proposed to the Commission two years ago. After neighborhood meetings and 24 input from surrounding residents, Mendota Homes determined that 12 units of one-level town- 25 homes were better suited to the long, narrow site. Mr. Mathern reminded the Commission that 26 an asphalt parking lot in disrepair is currently on the St. Anthony side of the project. Mendota 27 Homes would remove the asphalt and there would be less ground coverage and more green 28 space. 29 30 Mr. Mathern presented a drawing of the proposed townhome project and indicated that each 31 townhome would have a double-car garage and there would be additional guest parking. Each 32 townhome would have a different color for the building than the trim and two different roof 33 styles were shown. Additional landscaping would be provided that was not depicted on the 34 drawing in order to provide a shield for the residents in the Executive Condominiums. In short, 35 Mendota Homes is proposing to build a two-unit townhome in St. Anthony on a 13,000 square 36 foot site. Mr. Mathern added that he has received significant interest in the proposed project from 37 residents in the surrounding area. it Bergstrom inquired if restrictions would be imposed as far as residents modifying the outside of 39 the homes. Mr. Mathern stated that there would be an Architectural Control Committee in Planning Commission Meeting Minutes August 17, 1999 Page 3 • 1 charge of making any modifications. Mr. Mathern further stated that the Association governs the 2 maintenance of the buildings and individuals are not allowed to maintain or change the exterior 3 of the building. 4 Tillman asked if there would be a sign for the project. Mr. Mathern stated that there would be a 5 sign and a name for the project is being considered. He also mentioned there would be street 6 addresses for each individual unit and those would be developed as well. 7 Horst inquired if Roseville had instituted any variances. Mr. Mathern stated that this is a planned 8 unit development(PUD), and no variance was needed to his knowledge. Horst stated that the 9 project was going to require a variance from St. Anthony and a hardship would have to be pre- 10 sented in order to sway the City to grant the variances. 11 12 Mr. Mathern reviewed the options. He stated that the lot size is 13,000 square feet, which is suf- 13 ficient for a two-unit townhome. Mornson reminded Mr. Mathern that the City has a lot 14 coverage rule of 50%. Additionally, Mr. Mathern stated that if the City is opposed to granting 15 any lot variances, the impervious surfaces such as the roadway and driveways for the project 16 could be reduced. He confirmed that the issue in question is the side and rear yard setbacks. 17 4 Bergstrom stated that Mr. Mathern would need to determine if a variance was needed for the 50% lot coverage rule. 20 In considering the variances, Mr. Mathern suggested that the City consider that the townhome 21 appears to be in high demand by the surrounding community and that Mendota Homes is elimi- 22 nating the current asphalt surface that is in disrepair. 23 Mr. Mathern mentioned the possibility of placing a single family home on the site as opposed to 24 a two-unit townhome. However, constructing one unit on the St. Anthony side could 25 aesthetically deter from the other townhomes on the Roseville side. Hanson said that even if one 26 unit was constructed, it would appear that some variances would be required, or if not,that other 27 problems would be created. Mr. Mathern confirmed that the single unit would have to be turned 28 and it would be different from the other townhomes on the Roseville side. 29 Horst asked for clarification as to the necessity of this project for St. Anthony. He stated that the 30 City Council must approve the project and exceptional reasons for constructing the project in St. 31 Anthony must be presented. 32 Bergstrom agreed stating that a clear hardship must be determined in order to present the project 33 to the City Council. 34 Horst asked Mr. Mathern if the entire project was contingent upon two units being constructed in St. Anthony. Mr. Mathern responded that the St. Anthony side of the project is critical because 6 the asphalt area must be reclaimed and the total number of units projected were needed to help 37 defray the cost. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes August 17, 1999 Page 4 1 Horst reviewed what Mr. Mathern had stated, but was concerned about the operation of the 2 Associations. Mr. Mathern felt the Associations were responsible and well organized. 3 4 In short, Mr. Mathern felt that the proposed townhome project is important to the community, 5 particularly because the townhomes are one level and they would accommodate residents who 6 wish to stay in the community. It would also alleviate any concerns the City had about the 7 disrepair of the current asphalt in place. 8 Bergstrom thanked Mr. Mathern for his presentation. 9 Chair Bergstrom closed the public hearing at 7:44 p.m. and asked for discussion from the Com- 10 missioners. 11 Tillman asked for clarification about the conditional use of the property. Bergstrom stated that 12 the property is zoned as an R-4, but the request from Mendota Homes provides the Commission 13 an opportunity to impose conditions upon the property. 14 Tillman was concerned about access to the property for the fire department or emergency staff. 15 Bergstrom stated that the Fire Chief would need to be consulted for clarification. 0 Horst clarified that he felt there was value to the proposed project, but is concerned about the 17 justification for variances. 18 Bergstrom felt that the significant issue at hand was the rear and/or side yard setback variances. 19 Horst expressed that he felt more comfortable in finding a way to justify a variance as opposed to 20 changing the style of the townhome only for the St. Anthony side. 21 Bergstrom mentioned that the lot is an odd shape, and to compound the problem, there is a city 22 and county boundary on one side of the lot. That boundary would intimidate some developers 23 from attempting any project. Bergstrom reminded the Commission that the lot is currently in 24 disrepair due to the condition of the asphalt. 25 Stille agreed with Mr. Bergstrom and stated that there is more projected green space on the St. 26 Anthony side as opposed to the Roseville side. He mentioned that City Attorney William Soth 27 had alluded to the fact that the transaction would be difficult, but could be accomplished. 28 Motion by Bergstrom, second by Horst that the Planning Commission recommend approval of 29 the Mendota Homes proposal, including the Conditional Use Permit allowing an R-3 use in an R- 30 4 district with the following conditions: 1. The land to be subdivided would include two lots in St. Anthony in Hennepin County, 0 and 10 lots in Roseville in Ramsey County. 33 2. The developer would be required to provide a preliminary plat with sewer, water, ease- Planning Commission Meeting Minutes August 17, 1999 Page 5 • 1 ments, drainage, and all other information requited under Section 1500.2. 2 3. The floor area ratio must be in conformance with the codes pursuant to Section 1630.05, 3 Subd. 7. 4 4. The lot coverage must not exceed the maximum of 50%. 5 5. A Declaration of Covenants must be submitted to the City for review in a form required 6 under the Minnesota Common Interest Ownership Act, Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 7 515B. 8 6. Easements must be provided for utilities and drainage where necessary under Section 9 1500.05, Subd. 2. 10 7. The City must be provided information regarding the title to the property in the form of a 11 Commitment for Title Insurance or Title Insurance Policy. 12 8. The City must be reimbursed for any expenses incurred in relation to this project. 13 9. Emergency egress and ingress must be reviewed and approved by the Fire Chief. 14 10. The Commission would recommend approval of the Preliminary Plat submitted at the 15 Commission's August 17, 1999 meeting. 16 11. The Commission would recommend a rear-yard setback variance of 20 feet and a side 17 yard setback variance of 12 feet, due to the following circumstances: 18 a. The odd shape of the lot in question. 19 b. The set back from County Road 88. C. To maintain order between both cities and counties. d. The character of the lot could be changed since the property is somewhat aban- 22 doned and in disrepair. 23 e. That it would be a detriment to develop a project in St. Anthony that is aestheti- 24 cally different from a project in Roseville. 25 Motion carried unanimously. 26 Bergstrom stated that the Mendota Homes project would be on the City Council's agenda for the 27 August 24, 1999 meeting. Bergstrom encouraged Mr. Mathern to attend the meeting and com- 28 mended Mr. Mathern on his informative presentation. 29 B. 99 - 09 Jim Furseth, 2550 Highway 88: Conditional Use Permit. 30 Chair Bergstrom opened the public hearing at 8:00 p.m. 31 Mornson reviewed the background of the project by stating that Mr. Furseth was the prospective 32 owner of the former Town and Country site. Mr. Furseth has filed applications for a conditional 33 use permit for a recreational vehicle business at that site. The conditional use permit is required 34 because Mr. Furseth's business would include service and repair of recreational vehicles and 35 motorcycles sales. Mornson stated that Mr. Furseth is amenable to working with the new shop- 36 ping center owners on proposed renovations to the center. Morrison stated that Richard Krier, RLK-Kuusisto, had been requested by the City to comment q on the proposed conditional use permit. Morrison referred to Mr. Krier's letter of August 11, 39 1999 outlining his review of the project. Mr. Krier suggested that the City impose the following Planning Commission Meeting Minutes August 17, 1999 Page 6 1 conditions if approval of the conditional use permit is granted: 2 1. Vehicles awaiting service, products, and parts are to be stored inside the building; 3 2. All trash, garbage storage and trash compactor should be enclosed; 4 3. All mechanical equipment placed on top of the building should be screened or camou- 5 flaged with the same material and color as the primary building; 6 4. The site should conform to the Kenzie Terrace Redevelopment Project Area Design 7 Guidelines, including lighting, screening, landscaping, pedestrian amenities, and parking. 8 Morrison clarified that Mr. Furseth has applied for two requests, which are the conditional use 9 permit and the comprehensive sign package. Mornson stated that the concept presented at the 10 Planning Commission meeting was modified somewhat from the plan presented at an earlier 11 meeting. The difference is that more green space has been added. 12 Bergstrom commended Staff for their dedication in providing up-to-date information and for 13 keeping the project moving. 14 Mornson stated that the new concept presented is named the "St. Anthony Shopping Center 15 Master Plan." Once the Plan is approved, the negotiation process would begin. Morrison said 6 Staff is hopeful that 1-'/2 acres of green space with a gazebo would be in place for next year. 18 Hatch questioned whether the new owners were in favor of enclosing the trash bin and if over- 19 story trees would be utilized as a screen instead. Mornson responded by stating this was an issue 20 to be discussed. 21 Hanson asked if the City is preparing to enter into negotiations with the public regarding the pur- 22 chase of City-owned property such as the liquor store and the Stonehouse Restaurant. Bergstrom 23 suggested the Commission return to that issue later in the meeting. 24 Mornson stated that he had received approximately ten telephone calls from residents objecting 25 to the approval of the conditional use permit. The concerns mentioned were increased noise 26 levels, and motorcycles and snowmobiles being driven through the residential community for test 27 drives. 28 Bergstrom introduced Mr. James Kellison of Kellison Co. and invited him to address the 29 Commission. 30 Mr. Kellison drew attention to a site plan he presented. He stated that the former Town and 31 Country building is in disrepair and it is Mr. Furseth's vision to upgrade and renovate the build- 32 ing. Mr. Furseth is one of the owners of a business entitled "The Hitching Post," which has three 33 current locations and has been in business for over 11 years. Mr. Furseth is closing the University 0 store and moving that business to St. Anthony. 35 Mr. Kellison stated that the business would offer sales, service, and accessories for snowmobiles, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes August 17, 1999 Page 7 1 jet skis, ATV's and motorcycles. Mr. Kellison further stated that Mr. Furseth has been amenable 2 to working with the foreseeable plans for the shopping center. 3 Mr. Kellison pointed out that the site plan presented does not specifically include landscaping, 4 lighting, or redevelopment of some of the site areas since the area'is under review and discussion 5 with the City. Since Mr. Furseth would begin construction in September, the City's plan could 6 be incorporated once plans have been approved. 7 Mr. Kellison had a concern over the proposed trash enclosure for the business. He stated that the 8 business generates a significant amount of cardboard and the easiest way to dispose of the trash 9 is with a 30 yard enclosed trash bin on the south side of the building. Kellison demonstrated that 10 it was impracticable to complete a fully enclosed structure for a trash bin because the bin would 11 be completely carried away by a trash truck and replaced with a new one. Mr. Furseth intends to 12 build a screen wall to shield the bin from immediate view. 13 Bergstrom stated that the residents of the Autumn Woods Apartments currently have an unattrac- 14 tive view of the site and the proposed modifications would be an improvement. 15 Mr. Kellison stated that the new rooftop air conditioning units would be considerably smaller 16 than the units in place now. The intent is to choose a color for the units that would blend with 0the building. Mr. Kellison felt blending the color would be a superior method over the proposed 18 construction of a screening wall for the units. 19 Mr. Kellison clarified that Mr. Furseth is in agreement with all of Mr. Krier's comments, except 20 for the total enclosure of the trash bin and screening wall for the air conditioning units. 21 Hatch asked if there would be a separate dumpster for recyclable materials. Mr. Kellison stated 22 that it is the hauler's responsibility to separate the trash from the recyclable items and that one 23 bin would be utilized for both. 24 Horst asked for clarification regarding proposed screening for the trash. Mr. Kellison stated that 25 a screen wall would be placed at the south end of building about eight feet high. Horst reiterated 26 that the dumpsters are not attractive and he would like to see some screening for the trash bin. 27 Mr. Kellison said that the Master Plan provided for overstory trees close by that could benefit 28 some screening for the trash bin. Mr. Kellison plans on discussing with the City definite plans 29 for financial responsibility of landscaping. 30 Horst said he is satisfied with the proposed screening and also believed the air conditioning units 31 would be camouflaged sufficiently with coordinating color and it would not be necessary to build 32 a screening wall around each unit. 0 Tillman questioned whether test driving for jet skis,motorcycles or other equipment would be 34 allowed. Mr. Kellison responded that snowmobiles and jet skis are difficult to test drive and that Planning Commission Meeting Minutes August 17, 1999 Page 8 i 1 motorcycles would probably be test driven on Highway 88 after they are repaired. Tillman clari- 2 fied that she is concerned about test driving of new motorcycles through residential 3 neighborhoods. 4 Mr. Kellison stated that motorcycles are not the dominant sales force for the business. Hanson 5 asked if the motorcycles and other vehicles would be displayed outside during the day. Mr. 6 Kellison stated that it is a possibility, although there are not any current plans. 7 Horst mentioned that he did not believe the City would allow potential buyers to test drive vehi- 8 cles around the parking lot of the business. 9 Bergstrom thanked Mr. Kellison for his presentation and information. 10 Chair Bergstrom opened the public hearing at 8:50 p.m. 11 Mr. John Mendotti was concerned about noise being retained within the building and he inquired 12 about the implementation of soundproof walls. Mr. Mendotti stated that he is in favor of the 13 project, but wished to express his concerns about the level of noise from vehicles being repaired. 14 Bergstrom stated that the Commission would reserve the right to impose restrictions if the noise 0level became a nuisance and this reserved right should be implemented into the conditional use 16 permit. 17 Hanson mentioned that the hours of operation for the business should be a conditional use as 18 well. 19 Rose Fitzgerald has received many telephone calls from residents stating significant concerns 20 about noise levels and the proposed hours of service for repairs of vehicles. Ms. Fitzgerald 21 inquired whether the building would be aesthetically improved. 22 23 Mr. Kellison responded that he was unsure of the business hours or the service department's 24 hours, but would assume the business would be open six days a week during normal and custom- 25 ary shopping center hours. He also answered that the building would be renovated and redeco- 26 rated. 27 Ms. Fitzgerald asked about the timeline for the proposed landscaping and if the Autumn Woods 28 Apartment residents would be subject to a view of the trash dumpster. 29 Mornson stated that certain landscaping would be required from the developer and an exact plan 30 has not been developed yet. Momson suggested the City enter into a Developer's Agreement to 31 place conditions on the overall landscaping of the project. Momson stated that it is the intent that the City, the shopping center owner, and the owner of The Hitching Post meet to implement the landscaping by next spring. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes August 17, 1999 Page 9 • 1 Ms. Fitzgerald reiterated her concern about the trash dumpster being within view. Bergstrom 2 responded that within a year,he believed the view of the property in general would be signifi- 3 cantly improved. 4 Horst wished to respond to Ms. Fitzgerald's question regarding service hours. Horst asked Mr. 5 Kellison if the service hours would be shorter than the business hours. Mr. Kellison responded 6 that he believed the service hours would be on an eight-hour shift. 7 Stille asked Mr. Kellison if the doors to the building would be left open during repair, or did the 8 business have an enclosed ventilation system in place so that noise could be contained inside the 9 building. Mr. Kellison responded that the business had a complete ventilation system required 10 by Code and that all doors could be closed to alleviate noise concerns. Mr. Kellison wished to 11 state that the business would sell all new equipment. 12 Jim Higgins, 2712 St. Anthony Boulevard, asked about the future location of the liquor store and 13 the fire station. He questioned whether the Commission is jeopardizing the ability to plan for 14 these locations in the future. 15 Bergstrom responded that the Commission was attempting to move along a viable project, but not at the expense of stalling any projected plans for the liquor store or fire station. Mr. Hagens 16 asked if the Commission was hoping that other retail would arrive in anticipation of available 18 space. Bergstrom clarified that the liquor store and fire station are at the other edge of the 19 property and he did not believe this would be an issue. 20 Dan Ganley, 3201 Wendhurst, asked if the City would be responsible for the cost of maintaining 21 the proposed green space. Momson clarified that maintenance of the green space would be a 22 separate contract. Ganley asked if the conditional use permit allowing the sale of recreational 23 vehicles would apply towards other merchants in the shopping center. Bergstrom clarified that 24 the current application would not provide for unusual allowances and that The Hitching Post 25 would be conducting business as allowed under current requirements. 26 27 Horst stated that Mr. Krier had suggested the shopping center had retail viability and that a 28 Master Plan has been developed in accordance with those suggestions. However, Horst cau- 29 tioned that all plans have not been finalized and it is the intent to make the shopping center into a 30 showplace for the City and the surrounding area. 31 Richard Kriber requested clarification regarding any auto repair taking place at The Hitching 32 Post. Mr. Kellison clarified that the classification of auto repair was used on the application 33 because there would be trailer hitches installed on vehicles. Mr. Kellison assured Mr. Kriber that 34 auto repair would not take place at The Hitching Post. Chair Bergstrom closed the public hearing at 9:10 p.m. and requested input from the 0 Commissioners. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes August 17, 1999 Page 10 • 1 Hanson stated that a City Councilmember had contacted him with a concern about noise levels 2 possibly generated from The Hitching Post. Hanson felt Mr. Kellison had adequately addressed 3 the issue and he was comfortable reporting back to the Councilmember. 4 Horst expressed that he was concerned about having a potentially noisy business in town, yet he 5 was also concerned about alienating potential businesses from St. Anthony. Horst stated that 6 most businesses within the shopping center, with the exception of food service businesses, are 7 closed within reasonable hours. However, he felt that a restriction on hours could be imposed in 8 the conditional use permit if necessary. 9 Stille asked if hours of service limitations could be placed for-the business. 10 Mr. Kellison mentioned that there needs to be some flexibility in allowing customers to pick up 11 repaired vehicles, but that vehicles would not be repaired during late hours. Horst clarified that 12 picking up vehicles is different from repairing vehicles. 13 Bergstrom asked Mr. Kellison for clarification of service and business hours for presentation to 14 the Council. Mr. Kellison suggested business hours from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and service 15 hours from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 0 Mornson recommended that the conditional use permit be approved on the conditions set forth in 17 Mr. Krier's August 11, 1999 letter, with the exception of requiring an enclosure for the trash 18 dumpster, and that a Developer's Agreement would be required to be executed prior to approval 19 of a building permit. 20 Motion by Bergstrom, second by Horst that the Commission approve the conditional use permit, 21 with conditions set forth in Richard Krier's letter of August 11, 1999, for 2550 Highway. 88 for 22 the sale of motorcycles and vehicle repair as defined by installation of trailer hitches. The 23 Planning Commission recommends approval as presented in the packets subject to the following 24 conditions: 25 1. All vehicles, merchandise, and parts storage should occur in the building. Outside 26 storage would not be allowed. 27 2. An eight-foot high screen wall would be placed at the south side of the building pursuant 28 to Mr. Kellison's projections to screen the bin from the adjacent property. 29 3. The mechanical equipment on top of the building shall be painted in a color to blend the 30 equipment with the building. 31 4. The building should conform to the Kenzie Terrace Redevelopment Project Area Design 32 guidelines including building facade, signs, lighting, screening, landscaping, plant mate- 33 rial, pedestrian amenities (such as paving,benches,trash containers and bike racks). 34 5. An executed Developer's Agreement shall be presented prior to the City issuing a Certifi- cate of Occupancy. 6 6. Hours of operation for The Hitching Post shall be 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. for business 37 hours, and 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. for service hours. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes August 17, 1999 Page 11 • 1 7. There shall not be any test drives allowed on the property. 2 8. The perimeter between this land and the residential land uses to the west should be land- 3 scaped with overstory trees. 4 9. Part of the pedestrian greenway should be provided in the back part of the lot and in con- 5 junction with the other shopping area to the proposed village green near Highway 88. 6 10. The parking lot should be resurfaced. 7 Motion carried unanimously. 8 Bergstrom invited Mr. Kellison to discuss the Comprehensive Sign Plan for The Hitching Post. 9 Mr. Kellison reviewed that Mr. Furseth has specific marketing agreements with suppliers and 10 that the business must include designated signage. Mr. Kellison submitted a proposal and 11 drawings that he believed to be sensitive to the City's preferences as well as considerate of the 12 shopping center. The plan indicated there would five signs, each 3 feet by 12 feet. Mr. Kellison 13 mentioned that if the comprehensive sign plan was approved,The Hitching Post would agree not 14 to install any window signage. 15 16 Mr. Kellison mentioned that Mr. Furseth had requested consideration of a single monument near 17 the edge of the parking lot, which would illustrate the signs required in the marketing agreement. Mornson stated that the City would allow for each business to incorporate a ground sign of a 19 maximum of eight feet tall, but a monument sign(or pylon)would require additional considera- 20 tion. 21 Horst mentioned that he believed the pylon proposal was not complying with the Commission's 22 original intent, and would cause additional study and discussion. 23 Hanson stated that he felt comfortable with allowing wall signage as opposed to pylon signage. 24 He questioned whether a restriction could be imposed to turn the signs off at midnight; however, 25 he added that the signs would be facing away from any residential areas. 26 Mr. Kellison reminded the Commission that Mr. Furseth agreed not to install any window 27 signage if the proposed Comprehensive Plan was approved. 28 Motion made by Horst, seconded by Bergstrom, to recommend approval of the Comprehensive 29 Sign Package as proposed, recognizing that excess signage would be present, but understanding 30 that installation of window signage would not take place. 31 Motion carried unanimously. 32 Bergstrom encouraged Mr. Kellison to attend the City Council meeting on August 24, 1999 to support the Comprehensive Sign Plan. 34 VII. OTHER BUSINESS. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes August 17, 1999 Page 12 • 1 A. Discussion of Ci1y Manager's Memo Re: Salvation Army Property. 2 City Manager Mike Mornson stated that the City had considered a possible public purchase of 3 the property, but decided against that idea because it would require a referendum. Mornson 4 explained that the City's debt limits are too high to hold a referendum, so the matter was referred 5 to the school district. The City Council has tabled this matter. Additionally,the City had 6 previously hired an appraisal company in the event a public purchase would be considered. The 7 appraisal is expected in about one week. Mornson stated that the Heart of the Earth Native 8 American Indian School is currently in negotiations to purchase the property and the closing 9 should occur by June 2000. Mornson explained that the City was originally concerned that a 10 potential developer would purchase the property and, consequently,the moratorium was 11 implemented. 12 Mornson stated that the City Council requested the Planning Commission's input and felt that the 13 Commission could be in a position to make recommendations. 14 Bergstrom felt it was not appropriate at this time to expend significant amounts of money investi- 15 gating the project, but felt postponing the discussion until more information became available 16 would be suitable. The information contained in the appraisal could be considered as a starting 17 point. • Mornson recommended that the issue be kept on the Commission's docket to be discussed when 19 additional information became available. 20 Bergstrom agreed and deferred discussion to a later time. 21 Bergstrom wished to return to Hanson's earlier question regarding possible negotiations with the 22 Stonehouse and liquor store. Mornson clarified that he had received input, but is reluctant to pre- 23 sent the proposed plan until further information became available. He stated that negotiations are 24 not currently being implemented, but that the City is open to proposals. 25 26 Hanson asked about the City's long-term goal for the fire station. Mornson stated that the fire 27 station is structurally sound and there is no reason to relocate the station at this time. The Fire 28 Chief had previously stated that he wished to retain the current location because most of the fire 29 fighters live in an area close to the station. 30 VIII. FUTURE BUSINESS. 31 A. Dick Krier. Follow-Up Report for St. Anthony_Shopping Center- September. 32 Mornson stated that Richard Krier, RLK-Kuusisto, would present design standards to the Com- 33 mission at the meeting in September. 34 B. Report from Public Works Director- September. Bergstrom stated that Public Works Director Jay Hartman would present a discussion in it September updating the Commission on capital improvements,plans for expenditures, landscap- 37 ing,trees, etc. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes August 17, 1999 Page 13 • 1 Hanson mentioned the possibility that the budget first needed to be approved. Bergstrom 2 differed by stating that Mr. Hartman needed to present ideas to the Commission prior to the 3 budget approval. 4 IX. COMMENTS. 5 Hanson suggested that the Commission make inquiries about possible businesses that are not 6 complying with the designated conditional use permit. Hanson stated that he had received a 7 request from a City Councilmember to investigate compliance issues. Also, Hanson questioned 8 whether the noise issue had been resolved for The Hitching Post and what recourse, if any,the 9 City had for the future. 10 Bergstrom stated that any test driving would fall under the restrictions of the conditional use per- 11 mit. 12 Hanson wished to compliment the Parks Commission on the positive atmosphere that has been 13 created and mentioned the press had been optimistic as well. 14 Melsha was pleased with the progress being made on the Plan for the development of the St. 15 Anthony Shopping Center and The Hitching Post. 16 Horst commented that there are always issues to be resolved when a new business arrives in the 17 community. He perceived that The Hitching Post would not be as noisy as anticipated. He 18 understood the residents' concerns, but also felt that the City must be fair and that the Commis- 19 sion needed to keep an objective view of the Plan. 20 Bergstrom commended Staff for the dedication in bringing the St. Anthony Shopping Center 21 Plan into place. He agreed with Melsha that the outlook is positive for the Plan. 22 Stille questioned the implementation of a movie theatre for Apache Plaza. He also suggested that 23 the Commission lean towards being proactive, rather than reactive, toward the development. 24 Momson commented that the company interested in implementing a movie theater has 25 withdrawn. However, another theater is considering the project. Morrison felt that plans should 26 be more evident over the winter. 27 28 Morrison mentioned that the City Council broadcasts its meetings through cable television. The 29 Council had suggested that the Planning Commission and the Parks Commission consider broad- 30 casting the meetings as•well. Bergstrom responded that would be an unnecessary expense to the 31 City at this time. Tillman suggested that the City's web site post the minutes of the meetings for the community's review. Mornson stated that would be a suggestion to consider. 34 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes August 17, 1999 Page 14 • 1 X. ADJOURNMENT. 2 Motion by Horst, second by Bergstrom to adjourn the meeting at 10:15 p.m. 3 Motion carried unanimously. 4 Respectfully submitted, 5 Sue Selseth 6 TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. • • 7 F7 At, 7?1-0 7s- AUG. -23' 99(MON) 13:26 CITY OF ST. ANTHON TEL:612 781 9323 P. 001 �RANSAOTTION REPORT Transmission ERROR: Re-send error Page (s). NO. TX DATE/TIME DESTINATION DURATION PGS. RESULT MODE 046 AUG. 23 13:26 7810733 000 BUSY Post-It*Fax Note 7671 Date ems► 1 CITY OF ST. ANTI To From DRAFT Co t. - Co. 2 PLANNING COMMISSIO Phtme n UPhone n 3 AUGUST 17, 15 Fax 5- F"* I. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Chair 6 Bergstrom. 7 IL ROLL CALL. 8 Commissioners Present: Chair Bergstrom; Commissioners Tillman, Hanson(arrived at 7:03 9 p.m.), Horst(arrived at 7:04 p.m.) Melsha, Hatch and Stille. 10 Commissioners absent: None. 11 Also present: City Manager Mike Mornson. 12 III. APPROVAL OF AUGUST 17, 1999 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA. 13 Motion by Commissioner Melsha,second by Commissioner Tillman to approve the August 17, 1999 14 Planning Commission Meeting Agenda as presented. is 16 Motion (harried unanimouslxt 17 IV. APPROVAL OF JULY 20, 1999 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES. is Motion by Chair Bergstrom,second by Commissioner Melsha to approve the July 20,1999 Planning 19 Commission Meeting Minutes as presented. 20 21 Motion_carried unanimously. Hanson arrived at 7;03 p.m. 24 V. DESIGNATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE TO THE AUGUST 25 24, 1999 CITY COUNCIL METING. 26 Hatch agreed to attend the August 24, 1999 City Council Meeting. 1 At-ofPL OF ST. ANTHONY 2 ® PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING •3 AUGUST 17, 1999 4 I. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. .5 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Chair 6 Bergstrom. 7 II. ROLL CALL. 8 Commissioners Present: Chair Bergstrom; Commissioners Tillman, Hanson(arrived at 7:03 9 p.m.), Horst(arrived at 7:04 p.m.) Melsha, Hatch and Stille. 10 Commissioners absent: None. 11 Also present: City Manager Mike Morrison. 12 III. APPROVAL OF AUGUST 17, 1999 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA. 13 Motion by Commissioner Melsha,second by Commissioner Tillman to approve the August 17, 1999 14 Planning Commission Meeting Agenda as presented. 15 16 Motion carried unanimously. 17 IV. APPROVAL OF JULY 20, 1999 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES. 18 Motion by Chair Bergstrom,second by Commissioner Melsha to approve the July 20, 1999 Planning. •9 Commission Meeting Minutes as presented. 20 21 Motion carried unanimously. 22 23 Hanson arrived at 7:03 p.m. 24 V. DESIGNATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE TO THE AUGUST 25 24, 1999 CITY COUNCIL MEETING. 26 Hatch agreed to attend the August 24, 1999 City Council Meeting. 27 Horst arrived at 7:04 p.m. 28 VI. PUBLIC HEARING. 29 A. 99-08 Mendota Homes,Inc. -3621 Old Highway 8: Conditional Use Permit,Preliminary 30 Plat, Final Plat, Rear Yard Variance. 31 Chair Bergstrom opened the public hearing at 7:04 p.m. 32 Chair Bergstrom requested input from City Manager Mike Morrison. Morrison reviewed for the 33 Commission that in December 1997, a representative from Mendota Homes had presented a 34 request to the Planning Commission to rezone a vacant property at 3621 Old Highway 8 to 0 5 complete a multi-family housing project that is on adjacent property in Roseville. Both the cities 6 of St. Anthony and Roseville approved the rezoning. 37