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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996.09.25 PC MinutesCNUTES OF THE HUGO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING - SEPTEMBER 25, 1996 The regular meeting was called to order by Chairman Peltier at 7:05PM. PRESENT: Waller, Schumann, Rubenzer, Malaski, Kellison, Peltier, Ed Elliott, Carole LaBelle Motion made by Kellison, seconded by Schumann, to approve the minutes of August 28, 1996, as amended. AYE: Schumann, Malaski, Kellison, Peltier ABSTAIN: Waller, Rubenzer Motion passed. SPECIAL USE PERMIT - PELTIER/COMMUNICATIONS TOWER Kevin Peltier and SBA, Inc. are requesting to construct a 150 foot wireless communications tower on his property 5787 130th St. The 104 acre property is zoned Agricultural and guided residential. The property is currently used for agricultural and generally located south of 103th ST. and west of Goodview Ave. The tower is erected from a 15' X 20' platform, 50 feet from adjacent properties, 65 feet from Minnesota Pipeline easement, 80 feet from the nearest building. Access to the 2500 sq. ft. tower site is via the existing driveway connecting to Goodview Avenue. Several residents were unsure of the exact location of the proposed ower. After clarification and a lengthy discussion, it was determined iat notices will be sent to property owners to identify the location of zhe tower. Motion made by Kellison, seconded by Schumann to recess the public hearing and table the application of Kevin Peltier/SBA, Inc. until October 23, 1996. All aye, motion passed. SUBDIVISION - RICHARD SCHREIER Richard Schreier is proposing to subdivide 191.7 acres into 25 residential lots using a cluster development PUD. Mr. Schreier previously had the 97 acres north of 140th St. approved as an eight lot subdivision. The approved plat was based on the property's zoning, wetland constraints and a ten acre density. In response to Planning Commission recommendations during concept review, the proposed subdivision now includes a roadway between lots 13 and 14 in Phase 2, providing access to the east in the future. The developer is aware that no development would take place in Phases 2 and 3 until the water problem in that area has been resolved. Area residents were concerned with the intensifying the existing water problem, road surfaces, on site septic systems, intense development in Phases 2 and 3. Larry Ehret was concerned with flooding which may occur on his property to the north. Don Rice did not oppose the subdivision ily development on the lake prior to a solution to the water problem. .C. Minutes - 9-25-96 -age 2 A septic collection system rather than individual septic treatment of the Phase II-III lots was recommended. The 43 acre open space north of 140th St. is available for the homeowners association drainfield. Excluding public water, the PUD has approximately 158 acres. This translates to 11 acres of park dedication. The proposed park is 5.17 acres. Outlot A is 2.17 acres. The acreage of outlot B, a potential resolution to condemnation for 140th St., is another 1.44 acres. The combination of these properties is 8.78 acres or 5.5% of the land area. Ed Elliott advised the applicant that the application was considered incomplete until engineering work had been submitted. The Commission had reservations recommending approval of the subdivision with the existing problems, such as lake and road flooding, Keystone Ave. drainage, and alignment of the south cul-de-sac. Motion made by Kellison, seconded by Peltier to recess the public hearing until such time that the application is completed. AYE: Schumann, Malaski, Rubenzer, Kellison, Peltier NAY: Waller Motion passed. UBDIVISION - LARRY GERTEN Larry Gerten is requesting to subdivide approximately 22.2 acres into 2 lots. The property is located southwest of Horseshoe Lake with access from Henna Avenue North. The land is zoned agricultural and guided rural residential. The proposed lot sizes are 9.6 and 12.6 acres. The 12.6 acre lot requires an 881variance to road frontage. These proposed lot sizes are being requested due to the location of a drainage ditch running north -south through the property, providing a natural separation of the properties. The existing driveway serves the Gerten residence, approximately 700 ft. west of Henna Ave. The new lot will provide a house pad more oriented toward the street. Strict enforcement of the ordinance would move the 12.4 acre parcel lot line north 88 feet, reducing the 9.6 acre parcel by .6 acres. Little practical value would be gained by the change. Mr. Gerten provided a letter from NSP stating that they would not object to deeding the property back to the Gerten's and NSP would obtain an easement over the property to maintain their equipment. Motion made by Kellison, seconded by Peltier to recommend approval of the request of Larry Gerten to subdivide 22.2 acres (Parcel 93004-0016) into two lots subject to the following special conditions: .C. Minutes - 9-25-96 Page 3 1. An 88 foot variance for frontage on a public road be granted to Parcel A. 2. Collection of parkland dedication fee of $500.00. 3. Approval of Parcel B as a buildable lot by Washington County per their review of soil conditions for an on-site septic system. 4. Mr. Gerten obtain an easement in perpetuity to cross NSP property. AYE: Kellison, Schumann, Malaski, Rubenzer, Peltier NAY: Waller Motion passed. SITE PLAN APPROVAL - LOKEN/WOOD Gary Wood is proposing to construct a 32' X 42' (1344 sq. ft.) addition to the existing 1792 sq. ft. structure at 5819 165th Street north. The existing pole structure is being used as a hobby shop for reupholstering of classic cars. Typical hours of operation are after 6:OOPM. The proposed addition is a similar pole building linked to the primary building by an entrance door. The addition will also have an overhead door. The addition is proposed to be used for storage of classic cars, parts, machinery, a snowblower, engine stands, and materials. The 0.37 acre property is zoned and guided for industry. There are no employees and usually only one person on site. Rice Creek Watershed District has no requirements of the applicant. Dtion made by Rubenzer, seconded by Schumann, to recommend approval of ..he request of Gary Wood/Larry Loken for site plan approval to construct a 32' X 42' addition to the industrial building at 5819 165th St. All aye, motion passed. TRACHTE STORAGE BUILDING Trachte Buildings is proposing to construct a total of 50,400 sq. ft. of storage buildings south of 140th St. and west of Highway 61. Landscaping, fencing, keyless entry, asphalt parking and driveway, sprinkler system and decorative block building ends are proposed for the site. Mr. Kellison suggested the applicant provide all of the above details with his application. The general consensus of the Planning Commission was affirmative. PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT - WENZEL PROPERTY CONCEPT REVIEW This 136 acre property is proposed as a combined single family residential and single family townhouse development. The plan is developed around the proposed Clearwater Creek recreational corridor and integrates the parkland into the residential layout. The townhouses are proposed as a transitional component to the commercial/industrial area along CSAH 8. Access is proposed from Elmcrest Avenue. The development is contingent upon extension of utilities (public sewer and water to the property). The Planning Commission generally supported the development concept with the improvement of Elmcrest Avenue, paved roads, utilities, and runoff to the creek being addressed. .C. Minutes - 9-25-96 Page 4 SUBDIVISION - DEAN JOHNSON Dean Johnson is proposing to subdivide approximately 29 acres lying north of 152nd St. and east of Irish Avenue into three lots with a variance to lot size on two lots. This property is part of a larger property owned by Lloyd Duraine. Mr. Johnson was advised that they would have to identify the entire property to be subdivided, not create simply a residual parcel. Motion made by Kellison, seconded by Malaski to adjourn at 11:15PM. All aye, motion passed. Carole LaBelle, Secretary Hugo Planning Commission