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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1979.02.28 PC MinutesVMINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE HUGO PLANNING COMMISSION February 289 1979 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Ehret at 8:08 PM. PRESENT: Peltier, Greger, Gillen, McAllister and Ehret ABSENT: Peloquin Motion made by Peltier, seconded by Gillen, to approve the minutes of February 140 19799 after the following change is made: Page 4 (Applications for vacancies) All aye. Motion Carried. VOTING FOR: Peltier and Gillen DENNIS CUNNINGHAM - DEVELOPMENT OF PROPERTY ABUTTING HUGO (LINO LAKES) Mr. Cunningham is going to start a horse boarding operation in Lino Lakes along Elm - crest Avenue. The operation will will maintain approximately 25 - 30 horses on 40 acres of land. The business will not require to use of Hugo's streets for access. The Building Inspector from Lino Lakes was also present and made the Commission aware of the number of requirements that Mr. Cunningham had to go through in order to get permission to start his business (Impact Statement, PCA, and Rice Creek). He stated that perc tests and soil borings were taken to validate construction of the buildings. Let the minutes show that Mr. Dennis Cunningham was present to show Hugo the plans for his proposed facilities in Lino Lakes noting that Lino Lakes' Building Inspector appeared with Cunningham to explain the permits that have been granted for the operation, and are a matter of record in Lino Lakes for any future use by Hugo. REGAL PLASTICS PRODUCT - MINOR SUBDIVISION AND SITE PLAN APPROVAL A preliminary plat of the Peloquin Industrial Park subdivision was presented. The property in question would be known as Lot 19 Block 1. A letter of credit in the amount of $5,000.00 to insure construction of Fur Avenue is also on file. McAllister felt that the City Council did not want the hardshell finished before action could be taken on Richard Olson's application. A temporary easement agreement between Peloquin and Olson is also a matter of record. Gillen questioned whether the contract for deed was registered at Washington County, Mr. Olson stated that it had been registered. Gillen objected to approval of the Minor Subdivision because of possible opposition to the subdivision at the public hearing. Ehret stated that the dty has been acting on these pieces of property on a metes and bounds basis on an individual basis until now. The Commission needs to consi- der the fact that the property in question is not property to be sold bu a read sold. Gillen felt there could be difficulties in the approach the Commission is taking in this matter. Ehret stated that the problem that is being brought is that, in effect, the Commission is being asked to act before the fact. McAllister"A-here would be6roblem if this was a new transaction. The sale of the property was gonsummated a year ago, and Peloquin has done as the City Council directed. Hugo Planning Commission February 289 1979 Page 2 of 4 Motion made by McAllister, seconded by Gillen, to set a public hearing for March 28, 1979, at 7:30 PM, to consider the request of Vern Peloquin for a subdivision for the Peloquin Industrial Park. All aye. Motion Carried. Motion made by McAllister, seconded by Peltier, to recommend approval of the Minor Subdivision for Vern Peloquin. Let it be noted we accept the letter of credit to guarantee construction of the proposed Fur Avenue, 200' to cover access to proposed Lot 1, Block 1, as described by metes and bounds. VOTING FOR: Peltier, Greger, McAllister and Ehret VOTING AGAINST: Gillen (opposed to procedure) Motion Carried Let it be noted that the Planning Commission has received Peloquin's preliminary plat for the Industrial Park as requested by the City Council in late 1978. The Planning Commission considered the City Council's request that no further Minor Subdivisions be granted in'the'Industrial Park until subdivision was completed. The Planning Commission also noted the contract for deed between Richard Olson and Vern Peloquin was filed and dated August 15, 1977, but not registered in Washington County. SITE PLAN APPROVAL Mr. Olson stated that he has contacted Howard Kuusisto regarding drainage for the proposed building, was not given any specific direction. He stated he would be willing to abide with requirements of the city. Motion made by McAllister, seconded by Peltier, to recommend approval of the Site Plan for Richard Olson as presented. VOTING FOR: Peltier-,, Greger, Gillen, McAllister and Ehret Motion Carried. Let the minutes show that the request is for a masonry building, but that a building similar to others in the Industrial Park and accepted by the city as industrial development buildings, could be submitted. WILLIAM TREPANIER — SITE PLAN APPROVAL Mr. Trepanier was present$ and stated that he would like to construct a pole barn on his 5.58 acres, zoned SFU. The Commission determined that the property was in the flood plain, and a Special Use Permit would be required rather than a Site Plan. Motion made by Ehret, seconded by Gillen, to table the Trepanier request until the next regular meeting, March 149 1979, for review as to the requirements in the Flood Plain District for a building of this nature. All aye. Motion Carried. QUINT ENTERPRISE — MINOR SUBDIVISION Mr. John Moore, representing Quint Enterprise, was present, and submitted to the Commission proof of ownership for the property to be divided. He stated that the document proves that the 30' does in fact belong to the Molitors. Mrs. Delores Hugo Planning Commission February 28, 1979 Page 3 of 4 LaValle would have to be reimbursed by Washington County'for the taxes she has paid on the land. Mr. Moore is seeking permission to divide a 130' lot into a 70' and 60' lot# to be used as single family dwellings. He stated that he had the white building inspected for the soundness of the concrete foundation, and it was determined that the building could be made a safe, livable structure. Gillen had no problem with the 70' and 60' lots, but wanted the garage and exterior stairway removed. He stated that an internal stairway should be adequate for a single family residence, and would insure that the building would not remain a duplex. McAllister felt that it would be appropriate to provide Mrs. LaValle with a copy of the these minutes for her reference. Motion made by Gillen, seconded by Peltier, to recommend approval of the Minor Subdi- vision for John Moore as presented, to divide a 130' lot into two lots (60' and 701), subject to the conversion of the duplex to a single family dwelling, the removal of the center garage, and removal of the exterior stairway on the 70' lot. A legal description for the two parcels is to be provided. VOTING FOR: Peltier, Greger, Gillen, McAllister and Ehret Motion Carried. RICHARD GENRICH - SPECIAL USE PERMIT Mr. Ken Zimmerman, prospective land owner, was present at the meeting. The Commission received a letter from David and Laureen Skypulski stating their objections to the proposed operation. Mr. Zimmerman stated that because of all the objections from nearby residents, he would not be willing to put himself in jeopardy because of un- answered questions. Because of certain limitations that would be conditioned in the permit, if granted, it would not be economically feasible for him to enter into the venture. Gillen stated that he discussed the matter with Howard Kuusisto, and the main problem with the road lies south of Goodview and 130th Street. Gillen felt that the number of trips made by the trucks would not damage a good piece of road. Motion made by Ehret, seconded by McAllister, to recommend denial of the application for a Special Use Permit for the estate of William Schletty, to operate, maintain, and store a split wood supply. The reason for the recommendation is public opposition and known condition of city street, mainly Goodview Avenue, and its considered inability to carry track traffic. VOTING FOR: Greger, McAllister, and Ehret VOTING AGAINST: Gillen ABSTAINED: Peltier Motion Carried. STEVEN PARENTEAU - INFORMATION Mr. Parenteau was interested in purchasing land in the RB district to store equipment to be used in his sewer business. It was the general concensus of the Commission that the RB district would not handle his request. Hugo Planning Commission February 28, 1979 Page 4 of 4 REVIEW OF SUBDIVISION CHECKLIST REVIEW COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR FOREST LAKE TOWNSHIP Motion made by McAllister, seconded by Gillen, to table both matters until the next regular meeting, March 14, 1979, due to the future review of the proposed subdivision ordinance. All aye. Motion Carried. Motion made by Greger, seconded by McAllister, to adjourn at 11:25 PM. All aye. Motion Carried. Mary WICreager, Secret :;74A" Hugo Planning Commission