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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPL MINUTES 12182007CITY OF ST. ANTHONY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING December 18, 2007 7:00 p.m. I. CALL TO ORDER. Chair Stromgren called the St. Anthony Planning Commission meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. II. ROLL CALL Commissioners present: Chair Stromgren, Commissioners Crone, Goodwin, Galyon, p.m.), and Jenson Heinis, Jensen (arrived at 7:07 Absent: None Also present: Assistant City Manager Kim Moore-Sykes III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chair Stromgren invited the Commission and the audience to join in the Pledge of Allegiance. IV. APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA Motion by Commissioner Galyon, seconded by Commissioner Jenson, to approve the meeting agenda as amended. Motion carried unanimously 6/0.30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 V. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES OF OCTOBER 16, 2007 Commissioner Jenson referred to page 1, line 13, 30, and 44; and page 3, line 36 and requested Commissioner Jensen be corrected to state Commissioner Jenson. Commissioner Heinis requested adding “should” to page 2, line 24. Motion by Commissioner Goodwin, seconded by Commissioner Jenson, to approve the Planning Commission meeting minutes of October 16, 2007 as amended. 3 Ayes, 0 Nays, 2 Abstained (Galyon, Jensen) Motion carried. 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 VI. COMMUNICATION WITH CITY COUNCIL None VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS Planning Commission Meeting Minutes December 18, 2007 Page 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 VII.1. Lot Width Variance – 312 – 32nd Avenue Chair Stromgren opened the public hearing at 7:08 p.m. Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes presented the width variance request for 3112 – 32nd Avenue submitted by Mr. Joe Schommer. She stated the application was received on November 21, 2007 and the 60-day expiration date is January 21, 2008. She stated the action would come before Council on January 8, 2008. Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes reported that Mr. Schommer originally applied for a demolition permit to tear down the residential structure at his address. She explained he was informed by staff at that time that as a result of the review of his proposed demolition, it was found that his lot did not meet the 75-foot minimum lot width as established by City Code. She stated that because he was destroying more than 50% of the market value of his property and planned to reconstruct a large home thereby expanding a non-conforming use, he would also have to apply for a lot width variance before he could reconstruct a house on the lot. Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes stated this information was verified by the City Attorney. She stated Mr. Schommer did apply for a lot width variance and staff advised him of the concept review of his project by the Planning Commission prior to scheduling a public hearing. She stated Mr. Schommer declined due to no knowing of the need for a variance and has demolition and construction scheduled. Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes reported a completed application, appropriate fees, and a written statement from the property owner stating the situation and the hardship associated with the request for a variance to the City’s Code of Ordinances. She reported he also submitted, as part of the application packet, is a survey done by Kemper & Associates signed and dated October 26, 2007; final construction drawings of the proposed residential structure as of November 16, 2007 prepared by Homeworx of Roseville. Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes reported the proposed house footprint, as verified by Kemper & Associates, is proposed to be 1,562 Square feet, with a 40 square foot front porch; the driveway is planned to be approximately 715 square feet; and a front porch of 67 square feet. She noted that the side yard setbacks , while acknowledge to be a total of 15 feet, the survey show side yard setbacks that add up to be less than 15 feet. The owner indicated that was an error in the drawing and will be corrected Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes presented information regarding the hardship conditions according to Section 1665.06 of the Code. She indicated staff recommends the Planning Commission approve Mr. Schommer’s request for a variance to the City’s Code. Mr. Joe Schommer, 3112 – 32nd Avenue, addressed the Planning Commission to answer questions. Mr. Mick Frank, Homeworx Construction stated they would comply with whatever requirements the City stated. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes December 18, 2007 Page 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 Chair Stromgren commented they appear to be a couple of feet over the 25-foot height limit and this needs should be looked at. Commissioner Heinis stated he saw no mention of the current garage. Mr. Schommer replied the garage would be demolished and replaced. Commissioner Jenson commented that they have attempted to meet the requirements and intent of the ordinance. Chair Stromgren stated the survey did not show the fireplace cantilever projection on the west side and he though that encroachment was permitted requested Assistant City Manager Moore- Sykes Kim verify this. Mrs. Inelle Jack, 3110 32nd Avenue, addressed the issue of the 15-foot variance and stated she did not totally understand this. Chair Stromgren replied the 15 foot variance refers to Mr. Schommer’s east and west side lot lines and must add up to 15 feet and that neither could be less than five feet. He explained the survey would be adjusted to meet the 15-foot total on either side. He asked staff to verify whether the fireplace is an acceptable projection as they are not a primary structure. Mrs. Jack questioned if dangerous substances such as asbestos would be check for during demolition. Chair Stromgren replied this is regulated by the State Building Code and State regulations. Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes stated Mr. Schommer is required to obtain a demolition permit that would be sent to the State. Chair Stromgren explained the demolition contractor or the owner would abate any substances or perform the demolition in a proper manner. He stated they are required to deal with hazardous materials appropriately. Mr. Schommer addressed the asbestos issue and stated that when the home was purchased, he received documentation that no asbestos existed in the home. Mr. Leif Thorson, 3215 32nd Avenue, questioned if the proposal included the driveway. Chair Stromgren replied the driveway was included and the impervious surface is under the maximum allowed of 35 percent. Mr. Thorson questioned what the driveway material would be. He stated he supported what Mr. Schommer is going to do. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes December 18, 2007 Page 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes indicated the driveway would be concrete or bituminous as required by the City Ordinance. Chair Stromgren closed the Public Hearing at 7:25 p.m. Commissioner Jensen requested that staff forward the revised plan for Planning Commission review and files. Chair Stromgren requested this be accomplished prior to City Council consideration to review the revisions. Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes stated staff would verify the side lot variances. Motion by Commissioner Jensen, seconded by Commissioner Heinis, to approve the lot width variance request from 75 feet to 68 feet and the five conditions as noted in the staff report. Motion carried unanimously. 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes stated this would come before the City Council on January 8, 2008. VIII. CONCEPT REVIEWS VIII.1. Jack & Jill Daycare – Sign Proposal Chair Stromgren reported the request was for a pylon sign of about 22 feet in height. He stated this type of sign is usually restricted to only gas station signs. Commissioner Jensen stated it seems the building itself has plenty of wall height available and it would be possible to extend the wall height within code and qualify for wall signage. He stated he could not see approving a pylon sign at this site. He commented this should have been done at the time of the CUP. Chair Stromgren stated it meets all the qualifications for requiring a comprehensive sign plan in a strip mal. He stated this would be nice to see given the diversity of signage currently on the building. Discussion ensued. Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes replied that at the time of application for a CUP, there had been no discussion about signage. She stated the applicants were informed of that pylon signs restrictions and that a monument sign may be more reasonable and acceptable. Commissioner Jensen stated there are several alternatives that would not require a variance. Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes commented the elevation for a pylon rationale is because Planning Commission Meeting Minutes December 18, 2007 Page 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 the monument sign would not be high enough. Chair Stromgren commented their clients would know where they are located? Discussion ensued. IX. REPORTS FROM STAFF None X. OTHER BUSINESS X.1. Elect Chair Chair Stromgren opened the floor to nomination. Commissioner Jenson nominated Joel Stromgren as Chair. Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes called for other nominations. There being no other nominations, Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes called for a vote. 6 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Abstained (Stromgren) Nomination approved.23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 X.2. Elect Vice-Chair Chair Stromgren nominated Don Jensen as Vice Chair. Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes called for other nominations. There being no other nominations, Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes called for a vote. . 6 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Abstained (Jensen) Nomination approved.33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 XI. REPORTS FROM STAFF Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes referenced the training handout concerning Working Nature into Land Use Decisions. She requested members let her know if they wish to attend. Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes presented the Realtors report from October 2007. XII. COMMUNITY FORUM None XIII. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Planning Commission Meeting Minutes December 18, 2007 Page 6 1 XI.1. Joint Meeting with City Council March 18, 2007, 5:30 p.m. 2 3 XI.2. Other 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Commissioner Jensen reported his contact information and email address update. Commissioner Galyon stated it was a tough decision to step down from the Planning Commission. He commented his work responsibilities have resulted in not having the time to participate on the Planning Commission. He stated he has learned a great deal about City Government. He mentioned the hardest thing about the job is understanding the rules and laws and explaining the process to the residents. He stated it has been a privilege to serve on the Planning Commission for the past three years. Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes presented the Silver Lake Road update. She stated there is a need to have more information out to the community. She mentioned the width of Silver Lake Road is design as a two-lane roadway with sidewalks and not a four-lane road. She stated there would be parking on both sides. She stated more information is forthcoming in the City Newsletter. Commissioner Jensen requested published information be placed in the lobby. Assistant City Manager Moore-Sykes stated an open house would be held at a later date. C ommissioner Galyon requested the information be added to the website also. XIV. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Commissioner Galyon, seconded by Commissioner Jenson to adjourn the meeting at 7:55 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.32 33 34 35 36 37 Respectfully submitted, Dianna Wise TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.