HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996.07.24 PC MinutesMINUTES OF THE HUGO PLANNING COMMISSION - JULY 24. 1996
The regular meeting was called to order by Chairperson Peltier at
7:05 p.m.
PRESENT: Agness, Waller, Schumann, Peltier, Malaski
ABSENT: Kellison, Rubenzer
Planning Commissioner Agness requested the minutes of June 26, 1996
reflect that he arrived during the Lessard site plan discussion and was
present the remainder of the meeting.
Motion made by Agness, seconded by Peltier to approve the Minutes of
June 26, 1996, as amended.
All aye, motion passed.
SPECIAL USE PERMIT ..-- MARK FISFEER/RAYMOND FERWERDA
Mr. Ferweda is purchasing the property at 6521 132nd St. North. He
requested to construct a 30' x 50' (1,500 sq. ft.) accessory building 231
feet south of 132nd St. North on a 3 acre parcel. The property is zoned
RR1, permitting 1200 sq. ffeet of accessory building. The 300 square foot
SUP request is to store collectable automobiles, a boat, snowmobiles and a
hobby cabinet shop.
The Commission discussed the difference between a Special Use Permit and a
Variance, suggested in the Staff Report. Mr. Ferwerda explained his
special needs and hobby shop. He also stated his plans to construct the
accessory building to match the character of the house.
Mr. Schumann questioned the building separation, allowed to be 6 feet. He
further stated the 24 x 24 garage was smaller in size than allowed by
ordinance and that the "unused" square footage might be added to the
accessory building total. He also stated the City has made allowances for
storage needs.
Mr. Agness inquired as to the nature of the hobby activities.
Mr. Ferwerda explained he does woodworking and cabinet for friends and
charitable gifts.
Mr. Agness asked about house details.
Mr. Ferwerda stated he planned the exterior to be 8 or 12 inch lap siding
(texture vinyl) and aluminum soffits.
Mr. Agness asked Ed Elliott about the SUP/Variance discussion.
Mr. Elliott reiterated the staff report question -- how can 300 sq. ft. of
building be a Special Use Permit? There is no realistic way of discon-
tinuing a part of a structure. He felt it should be a variance item.
Ms. Malaski inquired about building height.
Mr. Ferwerda stated the proposed height was based on a potential for
stacking of automobiles.
Motion made by Agness, seconded by Schumann to approve the request as a
variance rather than a SUP with the following conditions:
1. That the accessory building not be used as a place
of business;
2. That the accessory building be constructed such that
the appearance matches the principal building.
Aye: Agness, Schumann, Peltier, Malaski
Nay: Waller
Richard and Mikel Brandt, of Cee Jays Auto, Inc. 16615 Forest Blvd.,
requested to amend their existing site plan which was approved last
month. The change is to construct a 40' x 72' (2880 sq. ft.) building for
dismantling of vehicles. The previous site plan called for a 60' x 72'
(4320 sq. ft.) addition to the existing 7200 sq. ft. building. The
proposed accessory building would be located approximately 32 foot south
of the existing building. Construction included removal of an existing
fence adjacent to the entry drive.
Mr. Elliott was asked to explain the request, neither Richard or Mikel
Brandt were present. The question was raised as to previously approved
conditions of the amended SUP, in particular provisions of the proposed
fence. Mr. Elliott indicated those provisions were to remain in effect,
that this site plan change was to be included with the SUP conditions.
Recommendations from the discussion included:
1. Impervious concrete floor
2. No floor drains
3. Berm around the base of the building
Motion by Schumann, seconded by Malaski to approve the amended Special Use
Permit site plan.
All aye. Motion passed.
SPECIAL USE PERMIT - BEVER
Mr. Elliott explained that the SUP (continued) of Jim Bever for his
landscaping business was not yet ready for review. The matter was agreed
to be continued to the next meeting.
ZONING ORDINANCE
The Planning Commission received a staff report with questions to discuss
in revising the City Zoning Ordinance. The general consensus was to bring
questions to the next meeting.
Motion by Schumann, seconded by Agness, to place zoning discussion on the
agenda for August 28, 1996.
All aye. Motion passed.
Motion by Schumann, seconded by Malaski, to recess to July Tip, 1996,
7:00 p.m.
All aye. Motion passed.
Meeting adjourned 8:12 p.m.
Ed Elliott, Planner
Recorder of Minutes