HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015.07.09 PC MinutesMinutes for the Planning Commission Meeting of July 9, 2015
Chair, Gwynn called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Arcand, Gwynn, Kleissler, Knauss, Lessard
ABSENT: McRoberts, Rosenquist
STAFF: Rachel Juba, Planner
Rachel Leitz, Community Development Intern
Approval of Minutes for the Planning Commission Meeting of May 28, 2015
Commissioner Arcand made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Kleissler, to approve minutes for the
meeting of May 28, 2015.
All Ayes. Motion carried.
Hugo Equipment Company -Site Plan
Planner Juba presented on Hugo Equipment Company Site Plan. She stated that the applicant is
requesting to build a 2,978 square foot addition onto the existing building, which would be used for cold
storage of equipment and stock. Juba described the current landscape requirements and explained that
the applicant has existing trees and several shrubs and would meet the requirements of the landscape
ordinance. She then described the materials and colors proposed for the addition will match the exterior
of the existing structure. She stated that the addition will be 2.5 feet taller than the existing building to
allow for racking systems for storage. She stated that the building addition is in a location that it will
replace a portion of the existing impervious parking area, therefore, the project results in a waiver from
the City's stormwater permit requirements. She also described that the building location, as proposed,
will not result in any impact to the existing utility.
Chair Gwynn asked if the applicant would like to say anything to the Commission.
The applicant, Quent Marier, approached the podium. He stated that the City has supported his business
for a long time and he believes that this addition is needed for the growth of his business.
Commissioner Aracand asked who the property owner to the south was.
Juba stated that it was owned by Premier Bank.
Commissioner Arcand inquired as to if they were noticed of this application.
Juba described that site plans do not require public notice.
Commissioner Arcand asked if the front of the proposed addition was too large of an area to have
nothing to break it up.
Juba stated that the proposed addition is planned to have a split faced block that is painted like the
existing building. In her opinion, she believes that the entrance architecture and color provides enough
detail to break up the building, even with the addition added. Juba stated that she did discuss with the
applicant adding windows to break up the mass of building, but they described that the racking along the
wall wouldn't be visually appealing.
Chair Gwynn commented that by knowing what the applicant will be using the addition for, the
proposed plan for the building does seem reasonable. He believed that with the building sitting at an
angle, it helped break up the building further and the angle of the building would make a window on the
addition unnoticeable.
Commissioner Kleissler stated that the applicant has done a really good job on making the building look
like it was all built at the same time and agreed with Chair Gwynn that the angle of the building helps
break up the large area.
Chair Gwynn made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Arcand to approve the site plan for Hugo
Equipment Company and pass it onto the City Council.
Resignation of Rick Gwynn
Chair Gwynn stated that his time spent on the Planning Commission has been a wonderful experience
and he is sad to leave. He stated that he has taken on other commitments in his life recently and doesn't
feel like he can devote the time needed to fulfill his position on the Planning Commission. He thanked
the Planning Commission for his time spent with them and stated that he will still be involved with the
City of Hugo.
Juba thanked Chair Gwynn for his 6 years of service on the Planning Commission. She stated that he
has been a valuable asset for the Planning Commission and that City Staff has enjoyed getting to know
him and will miss him. She wished him luck in his future and hoped he will keep in touch.
Adjournment
Commissioner Arcand made a motion, Commissioner Kleissler seconded, to adjourn at 7:20 p.m.
All Ayes. Motion carried.
Respectfully Submitted,
Rachel Leitz, Community Development Intern