HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-02-13 Planning Commission Meeting PacketCITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, February 13, 2020
6:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance
H. Approval of Agenda
III. Approve September 11, 2019 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes (1)
IV. Department / Commission Liaison / Other Reports
V. Visitors/Public Comment
This is an opportunity for the public to address the Commission with questions or concerns on or not
upon the agenda. Please limit comments to three minutes.
VI. Public Hearings
A. Fury Motors Interim Use Permit: Review and consider a request from Leonard
Investment, LLC for an Interim Use Permit to allow automotive sales and outdoor
storage at 14702 60 St., N. (2)
VII. New Business
A. 2020 Planning Commission Meeting Dates & Commission Representative
Schedule (3)
B. Allen S. Kjng Plant Decommissioning & Reuse Advisory Panel (4)
C. Advertise Commission Vacancy
VIII. Old Business
A. Comprehensive Plan — Final Draft Approval: (5)
IX. Informational
A. Upcoming Meetings:
• Tuesday, February 25, 2020
City Council
• Thursday, March 12, 2020
Planning Commission
• Tuesday, March 24, 2020
City Council
• Thursday, April 9, 2020
Planning Commission
• Tuesday, April 28, 2020
City Council
B. Council Representative
• Tuesday, February 25, 2020
— Commissioner White
• Tuesday, March 24, 2020 — Commissioner Freeman
• Tuesday, April 28, 2020 — Commissioner Kremer
X. Adjourn.
6:00 p.m./City Hall
6:00 p.m./City Hall
6:00 p.m./City Hall
6:00 p.m./City Hall
6:00 p.m./City Hall
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, September 12, 2019 —Oak Park Heights City Hall
I. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance:
Chair Freeman called the meeting to order @ 6:00 p.m. Present: Commissioners
Giovinazzo, Kremer, VanDyke and White; City Administrator Johnson, City Planner
Richards and City Councilmember Liaison Representative Liljegren.
II. Aunroval of Agenda:
Commissioner Kremer, seconded by Commissioner VanDyke, moved to approve the
Agenda as presented. Carried. 5-0.
III. Atrproval of July 11, 2019 Meeting Minutes:
Commissioner Giovinazzo, seconded by Commissioner White, moved to approve the
Minutes as presented. Carried 5- 0.
IV. Devartment/Commission Liaison / Other Reports: City Councilmember Liljegren reported
that:
• He, Mayor McComber, and Commissioner Kremer attended a meeting of the Lake
Elmo Airport Joint Airport Zoning Board and discussed how the City is involved,
the Board's formation and its purpose in relation to zoning.
• Brown's Creek Watershed District attended Tuesday's Council meeting and
provided the Council with an update as to the Rules they are considering.
• The City Council approved listing "for sale" the City owned property, located on
Stagecoach Trail, N., known as the Bell Property.
V. Visitors/Public Comment: None.
VI. Public Hearings:
A. Boo Boo's Gar eat: Review and consider a request for a Conditional Use
Permit Amendment to allow minor auto repair and outdoor storage at 5899 Nova
Scotia Ave., N.
City Planner Richards reviewed the September 6, 2019 Planning Report to the
request to allow for a private auto club with auto sales, minor auto repair and outdoor
storage. Richards provided an issue analysis and discussed the same. Brief
discussion was had as to defining the auto sales component to be indoor only.
Chair Freeman opened the public hearing at 6:15 p.m. and invited public comment.
Planning Commission Minutes
September 12, 2019
Page 2 of 7
Kevin Craile of Boo Boo's Garage responded to questions as to the location of the
proposed exterior trailer. Chair Freeman indicated that he would prefer to see the trailer
parked behind the building or screened. Mr. Crai1 noted that relocation of the trailer to
the building rear would result in them having to move the trailer to snowplow.
Commissioner Kremer noted that he walks the trail, near the location and did not find
that he has been visually drawn to the location proposed for the trailer parking and
suggested that rather than require it be relocated or screened, the City take a wait and
see approach and if any complaints are received, revisit the issue. Chair Freeman
indicted that he was agreeable to the suggestion.
Mr. Craile noted the business set up to be somewhat museum style, and discussed the
operational nature planned for the site in that it would be self-contained and that the site
would not become a sales lot. Mr. Craile stated that he expected to invite the neighbors
over on occasion to visit.
There being no other visitors to the public hearing, Commissioner Kremer, seconded by
Commissioner VanDyke, moved to close the public hearing. Carried 5-0.
Commission discussion ensued as to the nature of the operation being a car club and the
condition requiring that the service doors be closed.
Commissioner Kremer, seconded by Commissioner White, moved to recommend
City Council approval of the request, subject to the conditions of the September 6, 2019
Planning Report, as amended; specifically, that:
1. A rapid entry lock box shall be installed at the entrance gate to provide police,
fire and emergency service access.
2. The Applicant shall provide a structural plan for the wooden access ramp that
has been installed.
3. All new lighting fixtures shall be full cut off and installed in compliance with
the lighting standards of the Zoning Ordinance.
4. The outdoor lighting shall be turned off one hour after closing, except for
approved security lighting.
5. Major changes to the landscape or new plantings are subject to review and
approval of the City Arborist.
6. Changes to the building to accommodate car storage and repair shall require a
building permit from the City.
7. Any new mechanical equipment that is located on the roof or ground level and
visible from the street level or from neighborhood properties shall be screened
with materials that blend harmoniously with the building facade materials.
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September 12, 2019
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8. Any additional signage shall be subject to review and approval of City Staff for
conformance with City Zoning Ordinance standards.
9. All noise generated from the business shall be compliant with Section
401.15.B.11 of the Zoning Ordinance. The service door to the building shall be
closed at all times. except when vehicles are moved in and out of the service
entrance.
10. All auto sales and auto repair activities shall be conducted indoors and shall be
limited to the private auto club members.
11. All storage of trash, recycling, materials, parts and supplies shall be interior to
the building.
12. The applicant shall receive and retain, if required, a Hazardous Waste
Generators License for batteries, oil and tires from Washington County.
13. If the City receives complaints on the location of where the enclosed trailer is
located, the City Council may reconsider the storage location or require
additional screening through an amended Conditional Use Permit.
Carried 5-0.
B. Minnehaha Transportation — C.U.P.: Review and consider a request for a
Conditional Use Permit to allow outdoor truck storage and truck repair at 5280-5288
Stagecoach Trail, N.
City Planner Richards reviewed the September 6, 2019 Planning Report to the
Conditional Use Permit request to allow a truck repair operation, with outdoor truck
storage. Richards provided an issue analysis and discussed the same.
Brief Commission discussion was had clarifying zoning, that consideration is for the
CUP only, that exterior storage is only for trucks, and clarification to aspect of some of
the proposed conditions.
Chair Freeman opened the public hearing at 6:38 p.m. and invited comment from the
applicant.
Idiris Mohamud, Owner of Minnehaha Transportation introduced himself and discussed
the intended nature of the business operation to be a maintenance service and body shop
and its operating hours.
Mr. Mohamud responded to questions from the Commission, noting that he anticipated
a fewer people on site and with sporadic travel to and from the site, a reduction in
traffic volume from that of the previous tenant. He discussed a desire for parking that
would allow client parking for a short duration, while they serviced the vehicle and
which would allow the client to park for a short stay while at home. City Administrator
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September 12, 2019
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Johnson noted issue of parking at Stagecoach Trail N., which is a County road. Mr.
Mohamud clarified that there would be no overnight occupancy of vehicles parked at
the site.
Chair Freeman invited public comment.
Larry Phillips of 5272 Stagecoach Trail, N. introduced himself as the neighbor adjacent
to the property and stated that the property has been problematic for many years and
discussed a number of concerns and conditions he would like should the request be
considered for approval, including air conditioning to his home, landscaping conditions,
noise, traffic volume and speeds, air quality, parking at the site and upon Stagecoach
Trail, inspection of the fuel tank at the site, and hours of operation.
Idiris Mohamud acknowledged Mr. Phillips concerns and conceded that he had some
points, indicating that he would be open to discussion the provision of AC to his home.
Mr. Mohamud responded to concerns noted by Mr. Phillips and discussed them, noting
that dedicated employee parking is not a problem, that he had no issue of no employee
or client parking upon Stagecoach Trail, that he was not opposed to providing some
work to screening to assist in creating privacy, and that the hours proposed by Mr.
Phillips for operation were not suitable to the nature of the business.
There being no other visitors to the public hearing, Commissioner Kremer, seconded by
Commissioner White, moved to close the public hearing. Carried 5-0.
Discussion ensued as to the matter of the applicant working with Mr. Phillips with
regard to AC provision being a private matter between them, the need to ensure that the
City Arborist visits the site to note conditions and issues to the site and recommend
appropriate remediation, there being regularly control standards for paint booths,
including air quality, Stagecoach Trail parking and vehicle speeding, fuel stations
having regulatory controls, traffic volume to and from the business site, back up alarm
noise, proposed hours of operation, locking of the site entry gate during hours of non-
operation and clarification of client parking and repair hours being the same.
Commissioner White, seconded by Commissioner Kremer, moved to recommend
City Council approval of the request, subject to the conditions of the September 6, 2019
Planning Report, as amended; specifically, that:
1. The number of truck vehicles, including truck only, tractor only, trailer only, or
any combination truck -trailer allowed onside and stored outdoors shall not
exceed 85.
2. All employees dispensing fuel shall receive training for proper fueling
techniques, including emergency spill response procedures.
3. The Applicant shall submit a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan and
Notification for Above -Ground Storage Tanks to the MPCA if the tank is to be
replaced.
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September 12, 2019
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4. The Applicant shall submit a Spill Prevention and Control Countermeasure Plan
to the EPA and to the City, if required.
5. The Applicant shall receive and retain a Hazardous Waste Generators License
from Washington County for the repair operation.
b. The Applicant shall comply with all Building Code requirements for the fuel
tank and installation of a paint booth. A building permit shall be required from
the City for the fuel tank and paint booth installation.
7. The Applicant shall provide a plan for noise and exhaust mitigation for review
by the City. All air quality standards of the Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency (MPGA) shall be complied with.
8. A rapid entry lock box shall be installed at the entrance gage to provide police,
fire and emergency service access.
9. Any changes to the grading, drainage and utilities shall be subject to the review
and approval of the City Engineer.
10. All lighting fixtures shall be full cut-off and installed in compliance with the
lighting standards of the Zoning Ordinance.
11. The outdoor lighting shall be turned off one hour after closing, except for
approved security lighting.
12. The City Arborist should comment if there are any tree maintenance issues or if
additional trees should be added for screening and the Applicant shall provide a
plan to take appropriate corrective measures. The tree plan shall be subject to
review and approval of the City Arborist.
13. Any additional signage shall be subject to the review and approval of City Staff
for conformance with Zoning Ordinance standards.
14. All noise generated from the business shall be compliant with Section
401.15.B.11 of the Zoning Ordinance. No vehicle repair shall be conducted
outside. The service doors to the building shall be closed at all times, except
when vehicles are moved in and out of the service bays.
15. Mechanical equipment that is located on the roof or visible from the street level
or from neighboring properties shall be screened with materials that blend
harmoniously with the building facade materials and in accordance with Section
401.15.E.10.e of the Zoning Ordinance.
15. There shall be no outside storage, including tires and vehicle parts unless
enclosed with a screen. No storage shall be allowed in trailers that are parked
upon the property.
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September 12, 2019
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17. The hours of operation shall be limited to 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday
through Friday and 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The operations
shall cease and the entrance gate shall be locked no later than 15 minutes after
the approved closing times.
18. All employees shall be assigned a designated parking stall. No employee or
vehicle client parking shall be allowed on Stagecoach Trail. The City shall
make a request to Washington County that Stagecoach Trail, adjacent to the
subject site in Oak Park Heights, be designated for no parking on either side of
the roadway.
19. There shall be no overnight stays by clients.
20. If truck backing alert systems create a noise issue for surrounding properties, the
City Council shall review the Conditional Use Permit and the conditions of
approval.
21. Annual review is imposed as a condition of this Conditional Use Permit. This
permit shall be reviewed on or about October 1 of each year and may be
amended or altered at the discretion of the City Council through an amended
Conditional Use Permit,
Carried 5-0.
VII. New Business: None.
VIII. Old Business:
A. Planning Commission Letter to Metropolitan Council: Review letter draft
regarding Comprehensive Plan Review process
Commissioner White, provided the Commission with an update to revisions made to
the letter draft. Discussion ensued as to the inclusion of monetary details being
included with regard to costs expended in preparing the plan, when and to whom to
send the letter, conversation that has been had with Metropolitan Council related to
associated costs, and the need for a solution for small cities to be able to prepare the
plan without occurring excessive costs to do so. City Planner Richards noted that it
was his understanding that Metropolitan Council review approval of the plan is very
close.
Commissioner Kremer, seconded by Commissioner VanDyke moved to recommend
sending the letter onto City Council for their review and approval and seeking their
insight as to how they would have the Planning Commission to proceed.
Carried 5-0.
Commissioner Kremer commended Commissioner White for his work to the letter
and setting the appropriate tone to the communication.
Planning Commission Minutes
September 12, 2019
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IX. Informational:
Commissioner White inquired as to the status of the Holiday Inn Express proposal. City
Administrator Johnson provided the Commission with an update of events, ultimately
resulting in the applicant having to withdraw their application.
A. Upcoming Meetings:
• Tuesday, September 24, 2019
City Council
6:00 p.m./City Hall
• Tuesday, October 8, 2019
City Council
6:00 p.m./City Hall
• Thursday, October 10, 2019
Planning Commission
6:00 p.m./City Hall
• Tuesday, October 22, 2019
City Council
6:00 p.m./City Hall
• Tuesday, November 12, 2019
City Council
6:00 p.m./City Hall
• Thursday, November 14, 2019
Planning Commission
6:00 p.m./City Hall
• Tuesday, November 26, 2019
City Council
6:00 p.m./City Hall
B. Council Representative
• Tuesday, September 24, 2019 — Commissioner VanDyke
• Tuesday, October 22, 2019 — Commissioner White
• Tuesday, November 26, 2019 — Commissioner Freeman
X. Adiourn.
Commissioner Kremer, seconded by Commissioner Giovinazzo, moved to adjourn at 7:55
p.m. Carried 5 — 0.
Respectfully submitted,
Julie Hultman
Planning & Code Enforcement
Approved by the Planning Commission:
3601 Thurston Avenue N, Suite 100
Anoka, MN 55303
Phone: 763.231.5840
Facsimile: 763.427.0520
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PLANNING REPORT
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
RE:
FILE NO:
BACKGROUND
Eric Johnson
Scott Richards
February 6, 2020
Oak Park Heights — Fury Jeep — Interim Use Permit for Automotive
Storage and Sales — 14702 60th Street North
236.02 — 20.01
David Phillips, of Phillips Architects and representing Leonard Investments LLC, has
made application for an Interim Use Permit for outdoor automotive storage, automotive
sales and service at 14702 601h Street North. The intent is to allow for storage, sales
and service at this dealership for two years at Highway 36 and Osgood Avenue.
The property is zoned B-2, General Business District in which automotive sales and
service is a Conditional Use. The Applicant plans to occupy the existing building and
site until a redevelopment opportunity is found for the property. In that this will be a
temporary facility for the dealership, the application is being processed as an Interim
Use Permit so that an end date can be placed on the approvals.
Attached for reference:
Exhibit 1: Project Narrative
Exhibit 2: Project Site
Exhibit 3: Pictures of Site/Building
ISSUES ANALYSIS
Project Description. The description of the project by Mr. Phillips within the project
narrative is as follows:
Background
Leonard investments, LLC owns the property at 14702 60th Street North. It was used as
Fury Motors Chrysler Jeep Ram facility until the remodeled dealership was reopened at
92969 60th St North. Redevelopment of this property as a new car dealership is
desired, but the availability of franchises is subject to the market.
Proposed Use and Zoning
Leonard Investments, LLC and the applicant Phillips Architects is requesting a 2 -year
Interim Conditional Use Permit to allow the exterior storage of vehicles for sale as well
as wholesale and retail sales of used vehicles. This will allow the Leonard's and Fury
Motors to continue to seek a new car franchise for this property. Other development
opportunities are also being investigated.
Uses The existing building will be used for cleanup and detailing of vehicles that are for
sale at one of the Fury Motors facilities. There will also be salespeople at the site to
meet potential buyers who will come to the site on an appointment basis. Wholesale
buyers of vehicles that are deemed not suitable for resale at a Fury Motors lot are
expected to bid on these vehicles on a bi-weekly basis initially at an on-site limited
auction. Only licensed auto dealers will be allowed to purchase vehicles at the auctions.
Limited Improvements The existing building will be reopened. This will include
servicing the mechanical and electrical systems. Limited maintenance of the building
will be completed to insure the property is suitable for use by staff and customers. In the
spring the parking lot will be swept and any weeds within the pavement area will be
removed.
Signage No signage is requested at this time.
Continued Marketing of the Amperty Leonard investments will continue to seek a
new vehicle franchise for this property during the interim use period. Any new franchise
would require a new building and new site work. Leonard Investments will also remain
open to other types of redevelopment for the property.
Comprehensive Pian. The Comprehensive Plan designates this area as Commercial
on the Proposed Land Use Map. The use of the property for automotive sales and
service is consistent with this land use designation.
Zoning Ordinance. The property is. zoned B-2, General Business District in which
automotive storage, sales and service is a Conditional Use. The Applicant has applied
for approval under an Interim Use Permit to occupy the existing building for the cleanup
and detailing of vehicles. There will be salespeople at the site and an on-site limited
auction that will be held within the building. Vehicles for sale will be stored in the
parking lot. In that this will be a temporary facility for the dealership, the application is
being processed as an Interim Use Permit so that an end date of two years can be
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placed on the approvals. The timeline could be extended by the City Council prior to the
expiration of the permit.
Section 401.05. Administration Interim Use Permits outlines the allowances and
criteria for uses that are to be located on a property for a limited time period. The
criteria for the Interim Use are reviewed later in this report. The report also includes a
review of the Conditional Use Permit criteria for automotive sales and service. Even
though a CUP is not being considered, the criteria are relevant to the review of a car
dealership.
Parking and Traffic. There is adequate parking for a car dealership, customers and
employees.
Vehicle Storage. The cars to be for sale at this site will be deemed as not suitable for
resale at a Fury Motors lot. The vehicles parked in the lot will be required to be
operable. No wrecked cars, body or car parts shall be allowed to be stored outside of
the building. Any other vehicles such as buses, campers and box trucks will be allowed
on site but must be parked in the back of the lot adjacent to the frontage road.
Additionally, no vehicles with off site related advertising shall be allowed on the site at
any time. This includes vehicles displaying painted advertising or temporary banners.
Lighting. The existing parking lot lighting will not be changed at this time. All of the
light fixtures existing on the building shall be replaced with full cut off fixtures with
shields. Any new lighting of the site will need to be in compliance with the Zoning
Ordinance and be subject to review and approval of City staff.
Signage. A commercially produced sign will be required and has been proposed at the
front fagade of the building. All signage shall be subject to compliance with the Zoning
Ordinance.
Trees/Landscaping. The Applicants are not proposing any changes to the landscaping
at this time. Maintenance of the existing plantings maybe necessary and shall be
subject to City Arborist review.
Grading and Drainage. There will be no grading or drainage changes to the site. Any
grading and drainage issues shall be addressed subject to review and approval of the
City Engineer.
Mechanical Screening. Any additional mechanical equipment added to the building or
site will need to be screened in accordance with Zoning Ordinance requirements.
Trash/Recycling. The site has a trash/recycling enclosure, but the fencing needs to be
repaired. Repair of the enclosure fencing shall be subject to the review and approval of
the Building Official.
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Design Guidelines. The reuse of the existing structure for a car dealership shall be on
a temporary basis. The building will not be changed from its current appearance except
for paint and minor exterior repairs. The building changes will not be subject to Design
Guidelines review, but the paint and repairs shall be subject to review and approval of
the Building Official.
Interim Use Criteria:
Section 401.05.0 of the Interim Use Permit section specifies a number of criteria for the
review and approval of a use. A review of those criteria are as follows:
2. New Uses.
a. Conforms to all zoning regulations as otherwise applicable.
Comment: The use will be required to comply with Zoning Ordinance use
standards and conform with performance standards for improvements made to
the building and site.
b. The date or event that will terminate the use can be identified with certainty.
Comment: The use will be allowed to continue for two years from the date of
City Council approval.
c. The existence of the use will not impose additional costs on the public if it is
necessary for the public to take the property in the future.
Comment: There should be no issues with public costs.
d. The user agrees to any conditions that the City Council deems appropriate for
permission of the use.
Comment: The applicant will be required to agree to the conditions in writing.
401.30.E Conditional Uses:
As indicated, please find below the review of the conditional use standards for
automotive sales and service. It is recognized that the interim use will not need to fully
comply with all of these items.
6. Open and outdoor services, sale, and rental as a principal or accessory use and
automobile repair minor as an accessory use including new or used automotive, trucks,
boats, or motorized vehicles and related accessory sales and provided that:
a. Outside sales areas are fenced or screened from view of neighboring residential
uses or an abutting residential district in compliance with Section 409.95.E of this
Ordinance.
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Comment: The outdoor sales areas will not be required to be fenced.
b. All lighting shall be hooded and so directed that the light source shall not be visible
from the public right-of-way or from neighboring residences and shall be in compliance
with Section 409.95.B.7 of this Ordinance.
Comment: The existing, freestanding parking lot lighting is permitted. All
existing and new light fixtures will need to be full cut off and comply with the Zoning
Ordinance requirements.
c. Sales and storage area is black topped, or concrete surfaced and all paved areas
are surrounded by concrete curbing.
Comment: The sales and storage areas are already paved.
d. The architectural appearance, scale, construction materials, and functional plan of
the building and site shall not be dissimilar to the existing nearby commercial and
residential buildings, and shall not cause impairment in property values, or constitute a
blighting influence within a reasonable distance of the site.
Comment: The existing building and site has functioned previously as a
dealership and is not incompatible with the surrounding commercial areas.
e. Adequate analysis and provisions are made to resolve issues related to demand for
services. No use shall be allowed that will exceed the City's ability to provide utility,
police, fire, administrative or other services to the site.
Comment: There should be no service issues with this use.
f. All islands in the parking lot shall be landscaped.
Comment: Not required at this time but would be with a redeveloped site.
g. A strip of not less than ten (90) feet shall be landscaped at the edge of all
parking/driveway areas adjacent to lot lines and the public right-of-way.
Comment: Not required at this time but would be with a redeveloped site.
h. All automobile repair activities shall be conducted within the principal structure and
the doors to the service bays shall be kept closed except when vehicles are being
moved in or out of the service areas.
Comment: This will be a condition of approval.
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L Facilities on a site contiguous to any residential district shall not be operated between
the hours of 90.00 PM and 6.00 AM unless otherwise allowed by formal action of the
City Council.
Comment: The conditions shall specify the allowed hours of operation.
j. Provisions are made to control and reduce noise in accordance with Section
409.95.6.91 of this Ordinance.
Comment: Appropriate conditions will be added to the approval.
k. Vehicular access points shall create a minimum of conflict with through traffic
movement, shall comply with Section 409.95.F of this Ordinance and shall be subject to
the approval of the City Engineer.
Comment: There should be no issues with the current vehicular access points.
L A drainage system subject to the approval of the City shall be installed.
Comment: The drainage system is in place.
m. All signing and informational or visual communication devices shall be minimized
and shall be in compliance with Section 409.95. G of this Ordinance.
Comment: Addressed in another section. The signage shall be compliant.
n. The provisions of Section 409.03.A.7 of this Ordinance are considered and
satisfactorily met.
Comment: The criteria are found below.
The conditional use permit criteria found in Section 401.03.A.7 of the Zoning Ordinance
have been reviewed and there should be no issues with compliance.
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
Based upon the preceding review, City Staff recommends approval of the Interim Use
Permit to allow for automotive sales and service at 14702 60th Street North subject to
the following conditions:
1. The Interim Use of the site by Fury Motors shall be limited to two years from the
date of City Council approval. The applicant may request an extension of the
Interim Use Permit by the City Council prior to its expiration.
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2. The building changes are not anticipated to be subject to Design Guidelines
review, but the Applicant shall paint the building, make necessary repairs and
provide transparency through the front windows. All paint and repairs shall be
completed by June 1, 2020 and subject to review and approval of the Building
Official.
3. The vehicles parked in the lot will be required to be operable. No wrecked
vehicles, body or vehicle parts shall be allowed to be stored outside of the
building. Any other vehicles such as buses, campers, and box trucks will be
allowed on site but must be parked in the northern one-third of Parcel 33-
030.20.43.0038. No boats, pontoons, semi -trucks and trailers, other equipment,
or storage of materials other than the items specifically listd herein shall be
permitted in any exterior location.
4. The light fixtures existing on the building shall be replaced with full cut off fixtures
with shields. Any new lighting of the site will need to be in compliance with the
Zoning Ordinance and be subject to review and approval of City staff.
5. The outdoor lighting shall be turned off one hour after closing, except for
approved security lighting which shall be full cut off.
6. Changes to the landscape or new plantings are subject to review and approval of
the City Arborist. The monument rocks at the southwest comer of the site shall
be removed no later than June 1, 2020.
7. Jersey barriers stored on the site shall be removed no later than June 1, 2020.
8. Any changes to the grading, drainage or utilities shall be subject to the review
and approval of the City Engineer.
9. Any new mechanical equipment that is located on the roof or ground level and
visible from street level or from neighborhood properties shall be screened with
materials that blend harmoniousiv with the buildina facade materials_
10. The fencing for the trash/recycling enclosure shall be repaired. Repair of the
enclosure fencing shall be subject to the review and approval of the Building
Official.
11. A commercially produced sign shall be affixed to the face of the building that
defines the site as operated by Fury Motors and such sign plan shall be provided
to the City subject to City Staff review and approval. The sign shall be installed
no later than June 1, 2020.
12. The use of an exterior announcement system shall not be allowed.
13. All storage of materials, parts and supplies shall be interior to the building.
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14. All vehicle auctions and auto repair activities shall be conducted indoors and the
overhead doors to service bays shall be kept closed at all times except when
moving vehicles in and out.
15. Automotive sales and service shall not be conducted between the hours of 8:00
PM and 8:00 AM unless otherwise allowed by formal action of the City Council.
16. No vehicles with on or off-site related advertising shall be allowed on the site at
any time. This includes vehicles displaying painted advertising or temporary
banners.
17. The applicant shall receive and retain, if required, a Hazardous Waste
Generators License for batteries, oil and tires from Washington County.
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PHILLIP5 Architects & Contractors, Ltd.
January 28, 2020 Revised
5rief Narrative for Interim Conditional Use Permit
Fury Motors
14702 60" Street North, Oak f ark Heights, MN
Background
Leonard Investments, LLC owns the property at 14'/UL 60th street North. It was used a5
Fury Motors Chryoler Jeep Ram facility until the remodeled dealership was reopened at 12969
00" 5t North. Redevelopment of this property as a new car dealership i5 desired, but the
availability of franchises i5 subject to the market.
Proposed Use and Zonina:
Leonard Investments, LLC and the applicant Phillips Architects is requesting a 2 year Interim
Conditional Use Permit to allow the exterior storage of vehicles for Sale a5 well as wholesale and
retail sales of used vehicles. This will allow the Leonard's and Fury Motors to continue to seek a
new car franchise for this property. Other development opportunities are also being
investigated.
Uses The exi6ting building will be used for cleanup and detailing of vehicles that are for sale at
one of the Fury Motors facilities. There will also be salespeople at the site to meet potential
buyers who will come to the elte on an appointment basis. Wholesale buyers of vehicles that are
deemed not suitable for resale at a Fury Motors lot are expected to bid on these vehicles on a
bi-weekly baoi5 initially at an on-site limited auction. Only licensed auto dealers will be allowed to
purchaoc vehicles at the auctions.
Limited Improvements The existing building will be reopened. This will include Servicing the
mechanical and electrical Systems. Limited maintenance of the building will be completed to
insure the property i6 Suitable for use by Staff and customers. In the spring the parking lot will
be Swept and any weeds within the pavement area will be removed.
5ignaie No 6ignage i5 requested at this time.
401 North Third Street, Suite 450, MinneapoGS, MN 55401 Ph. (612) 377-3333
Fury Motors Interim CU Narrative
14702 60" Street North, Oak Park Heights, MN
January 28, 2020
Continued Marketing of the Property Leonard Investments will continue to Seek a new vehicle
franchise for this property during the interim use period. Any new franchise would require a new
building and new site work. Leonard Inveetments will also remain open to other types of
redevelopment for the property.
Contact List:
Owner:
Leonard Investments, LLC
1000 South Concord
South St. Paui, MN 55075
Attn.: Jim Leonard
Email: dim@furymotor5.com
Phone: 651-451-1313
Applicant/Architect:
PHILLIP5 Architects
401 North Third Street, Suite 450
Minneapolie, MN 55401
Attn.: Pavid A. Phillips
Email: d hilli s@ hilli sarchitects.com
Cell: 612-868-1261
Phillip- Architects for Leonard InveStment5 respectfully reque-t- approval of thl- Interim
Conditional USe Permit for the former dealer -hip facilityat 14702 North OO" Street.
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City of Oak Park Heights
To: Planning Commission
From: Julie Hultman, Planning & Code Enforcement
Date: February7, 2020
Re: 2020 Meeting Calendar & Commission Liaison Schedule
The 2020 Planning Commission meeting schedule and proposed Commission Representative
to the following City Council meeting is below.
The meeting schedule is established by the Planning Commission Bylaws; scheduling its
meeting the 2"d Thursday of the month.
Action Requested: Review the proposed representative schedule and approve the
schedule as presented or amended.
Planning Commission
Commission Representative to
City Council
Meeting
Crty Council Meeting
Meeting
February 13
Commissioner White
February 25
March 12
Commissioner Freeman
March 24
April 9
Commissioner Kremer
April 28
May 14
Commissioner Giovinazzo
May 26
June 11
Commissioner VanDyke
June 23
July 9
Commissioner White
July 28
August 13
Commissioner Freeman
August 25
September 10
Commissioner Kremer
September 22
October 8
Commissioner Giovinazzo
October 27
November 12
Commissioner VanDyke
November24
December 10
Commissioner White
January 12, 2021
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
POLICIES RELATING TO THE ALLEN S. KING PLANT DECOMMISSIONING AND
REUSE ADVISORY PANEL — APPOINTMENTS AND ROLES
PURPOSE:
The City Council desires to appoint an Advisory Panel to inform an support the City Council's decision
making regarding the future of the Allen S. King Plant. The folio ,�ju licy shall govern the formulation
of this group, describes its role and relationship with the Cowi,-.ii d what the expectations are from
participating members.
Invitation to Serve on the Advisory Panel: U
The City desires participation from a number of pard gc.rally known rl±c, community with an apparent
stake or clear interest in such dialogue and which ' chdos the organizatio below.
These entities will be sent a Letter of Invitation to pk4: iipate in the itVs proces • o4 uch invitation shall
be signed by the Mayor and every Council member. Eachrtxp 'zation if th Sire to participate
shall nominate a SINGLE representativ is expected tb bc; .--w ' ble to attend 10-1 onthly meetings.
The City's desire is that such person lly relay` - i vuews of the organization they represent
where possible. All members so appoint ewed 4proved by unanimous consent of the
City Council.
.� 1. City of OPH Pl sion (1
2. City of OPH P mmis3t'1 memb \
3. Xcel Energy \ �/
4. Washington Coun i \�
5. The St. River t'
6. Wa _MS
7. Corp.. • � � � ,
8. ity of Baypo ST ANON — E TED OFFICIAL
9. Th of Stillwater - T B 'NON — ELECTED OFFICIAL
10. Minn enartment o R \ es
11. Minneso artment of portatidn�
12. Greater'tilNii
C 1 of Commerce
13. National Pa14. Greater StiS District - MUST BE A NON — ELECTED OFFICIAL- (2 seats one
must be a
STUDENT expected to"b able to serve through the term of the discussions)
15. Coalition of Utility Cities
16. Sierra Club
17. Center for Environmental Advocacy
18. Union Pacific Railroad
19. Real Estate Group — TBD (such as the SPAAR ... https://syaar.com/ ) St. Paul Area Association of
Realtors
20. Three (3) At -Large Members (may be either City residents, or business owners) may be invited to
serve on the Panel. Interested individuals shall submit a letter and application to the Council
explaining their role in the community and interest in serving on the Advisory Panel. Depending on
the level of interest, the Council may choose to decrease or increase the number of at -large members.
Locally Elected Officials are precluded from serving on this Panel where they directly represent a given
city or county's interest. In the case of these public organizations — such as cities or school districts —
appointment of staff, volunteers, or other appointed officials to their respective bodies is requested. For
example: The City of Stillwater may appoint their Planning Commission Chair who is a non -elected person
but is appointed by the City Council.
In circumstances where there is a "joint -powers" organization such as the MSCWMO or WCCDA,
appointment of Staff or Non -elected officials is preferred. However, this may result on overtime expenses
or budgetary constraints that may preclude participation. If such staff or other volunteer is not available and
if such JPA board members are elected individuals, the City Council may evaluate these on a case-by-case
basis so as to ascertain their underlying entity and relationships. Any person so appointed would be expected
to clearly represent the joint -powers entity, not their primary jurisdiction.
Appointment of Co -Chairs:
The City Council also desires the appointment of CC
of the process in the event one person cannot attend.
move forward and to facilitate the discussion and pres
CHAIR position acts only as manager to ensure the p:
any given position.
-C ons so as to better ensure continuity
The � to -chair" is to ensure the meetings
M and in ildt�ed time. In all respects, the CO -
remains vi aad fluid and not to advocate for
The Mayor or a Council Member may nominate and �
appointment shall be by ,unanimous vote of the City
shall be managed by City Staff or Cit ultant until
CHAIR may be removed from the Pple m
individuals may or may not be otherwise
they shall become full members of the Pan ce r
The meetings are gen
best available informa g;
this site. Fundamentall ,
discovery pro olds,
that will , the
amend the
Guests & A, l- y - Visibility:
The Citywoul ct to invite
instead offer th `, opportun
These guests would : M
and other governmen
will be shared with them, a "b
Website.
a appoint up"Q co-chairs, any such
3 airs) can be dztietznined, the Panel
,as a CO CHAIR c�q 6e found. A CO -
the Council. The appointed CO -Chair
ipation listing stated above, if not listed
-i o be a m hic Member can avail themselves of the
ding any fac 0 yegulations, challenges and opportunities related to
— if decisions ' ',-expected to be made by the Panel itself. As the
Advis Panel are expected to follow a Code of Conduct
W ou rules of discussion and how any collective
de. membe a -"the pleasure of the City Council and the City
of p ants or w M participants at any time at its sole discretion.
aed or ap inted officials to attend the meetings — not as a panelist, but
Jisten and gain more information as to what is being accomplished.
glitan Council Sector 12 - Board Member Local legislators, MPCA,
t'representatives. Guests will be welcomed at meetings and materials
permit. Otherwise copies will be available for download from the City
The general public is also welcome to view and listen to these meetings as space allows, but such meetings
are not PUBLIC HEARINGS and data presented and dialogue held is for the primary benefit and
consumption of the Panel Members.
City Council Role:
Oak Park Heights elected officials may not serve on the Advisory Panel as the work of the Advisory Panel
is intended to support the Council in its decision making regarding the future of this property. The Council
will be fully briefed by the Consultant, following every working meeting. The Council will have the
opportunity to either accept and embrace Panel recommendations, or direct course corrections, as needed.
As it relates to City Council general interface with City Consultants, these communications should be
channeled through City Staff similar to current City protocols.
3601 Thurston Avenue N, Suite 100
Anoka. MN 55303
Phone: 763.231.5840
Facsimile: 763.427.0520
TPCTPC@?Plannin9Co.00m
MEMORANDUM
TO: Eric Johnson
FROM: Scott Richards
DATE: February 6, 2020
RE: Oak Park Heights - Comprehensive Plan 2018
TPC FILE: 226.10
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL REVIEW
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On December 18, 2019 the Metropolitan Council sent a letter indicating that the Oak
Park Heights Comprehensive Plan 2018 had been reviewed by the Council and that it
was found to meet all the requirements of the Metropolitan Land Planning Act. Please
find attached the letter from the Metropolitan Council.
CONCLUSION/RECOMMENDATION
The Planning Commission should make a recommendation to the City Council that the
Final Draft of the Comprehensive Plan is complete and has met all the requirements of
the Metropolitan Council. A link to the Comprehensive Plan will be provided on the
City's website.
In consideration of paper conservation, we are providing the website link. If you would
prefer a paper copy, one will be supplied to you. A flash drive of the plan could also be
provided.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Letter from Metropolitan Council - December 18, 2019
PC: Julie Hultman
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December 18, 2019
Scott Richards, Consulting Planner
City of Oak Park Heights
3601 Thurston Avenue North
Anoka, MN 55303
RE: City of Oak Park Heights 2040 Comprehensive Plan - Notice of Council Action
Metropolitan Council Review File No. 22079-1
Metropolitan Council District 12, Francisco J. Gonzalez
Dear Mr. Richards:
The Metropolitan Council reviewed the City of Oak Park Heights Comprehensive Plan (Plan) at
its meeting on December 11, 2019. The Council based its review on the staff s report and
analysis (attached).
The Council found that the City's 2040 Plan meets all Metropolitan Land Planning Act
requirements; conforms to the regional system plans including transportation, aviation, water
resources management, and parks; is consistent with Thrive MSP 2040; and is compatible with
the pians of adjacent jurisdictions.
In addition to the Advisory Comments and Review Record, the Council adopted the following
recommendations.
1. Authorize the City of Oak Park Heights to place its 2040 Comprehensive Plan into
effect.
2. Revise the City's forecasts downward as shown in Table 1 of the attached Review
Record.
3. Advise the City to implement the advisory comments in the Review Record for Transit.
4. Approve the City of Oak Park Heights Comprehensive Sewer Plan.
Please consult the attached staff report for important information about the City's next steps. Of
particular importance are the Council's actions, listed on page 1, general Advisory Comments
listed on page 3, and the specific comments for technical review areas, which are found in the
body of the report. The final copy of the Plan needs to include all supplemental
informationtchanges made during the review.
r
METROPOLITAN
C 0 U N C I L
Scott Richards, Consulting Planner
December 18, 2019
Page 2
Congratulations on completing this important project. It was a pleasure to work with the City's
staff and consultants throughout the review process.
Sincerely,
AW-4w-��
Angela R. Torres, A1CP, Manager
Local Planning Assistance
Attachment
cc: Eric A. Johnson, City Administrator, City of Oak Park Heights
Tod Sherman, Development Reviews Coordinator, MnDOT Metro Division
Francisco J. Gonzalez, Metropolitan Council, District 12
Corrin Wendell, AICP, Sector Representative/Principal Reviewer
Raya Esmaeili, AICP, Reviews Coordinator
NACommDev4LPAlCommunitfeslOak Park HeightslLetterslOak Park Heights 2019 20467-1 Post Council Action.doc