HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-13-2000 MinutesCITY OF OAK PARK
PLANNING
. ,
MM
t
Call To Order Chair Hedlund called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. Present:
Commissioners Beck, Dahlquist and Dwyer. Absent: Commissioner Wasescha. Staff
Present: Community Development Director Danielson, City Planner Richards, and
Community Development Secretary Hultman.
Welcome New Planning Commissioner Phil Beck was introduced as a new member of
the Planning Commission. Chair Hedlund welcomed him on behalf of the Commission.
Approval of A eg nda Commissioner Dahlquist, seconded by Commissioner Dwyer,
moved to approve the Agenda as presented. Carried 4 -0.
Approval of June 8 2000 Minutes Commissioner Dahlquist, seconded by
Commissioner Dwyer, moved to approve the Minutes as presented. Carried 4 -0.
Visitors
Mary McComber, 5728 Penfield Ave. N. - Concerned that residents on Oakgreen
Avenue have 90 days to move from their homes due to the Central Business District
and requested a project update. Community Development Director Danielson
provided her with the requested update, noting that the August 15, 2000 is the
deadline for the request for proposals for the project and explained the process for
development of the area, including communications with residents in and
surrounding the area.
Public Hearings:
A. Krongard Construction -PUD: General Plan Approval for Construction of Three
Twinhomes at Outlot A, Valley View Estates Located Near Upper 56th St N and
Osgood Ave. N.
City Planner Richards provided a summary of the applicant's request and his report
regarding issues as they relate to the same. Community Development Director
Danielson noted that the outstanding balance due the City due for charges incurred by
Carriage Homes for previous development activity with this property is an issue
needing to be addressed by the applicant, who is the owner of the property.
Chair Hedlund opened the hearing for public discussion at 7:22 p.m,
Jack Krongard, the applicant, addressed the commission and discussed the issues
raised in City Planner Richard's report. Mr. Krongard provided photos of properties,
adjacent to the proposed site, which were built by his company to display the design of
the proposed dwellings.
Planning Commission Minutes
July 13, 2000
Page 2 of 6
Visitors to the public hearing included:
Sarah Halvorson - Ms. Halvorson informed the Commission that she owns a unit in
the area constructed by Krongard Construction and that she has experienced a
number of issues with her unit and Krongard Construction that remain unresolved.
She noted that she has had to seek legal counsel to attain satisfaction and
presented the Commission with a copy of correspondence to her and the applicant
from them. She stated that she believed the applicant should focus on finish up
some of the things he has started before moving onto new ones.
Donna Gray 8s John Mueller, 14812 58th St. N., #3D - Mrs. Gray and Mr. Mueller
expressed their concern regarding items they feel have not been attended to by the
applicant. They also questioned the City Planner as to issues relating to private
sanitary sewer and streets for the proposed project. Concern was also expressed as
to reserve funding for maintaining the private streets in the neighborhood.
Chuck Kotval 14787 Upper 56th St N - Mr. Kotval introduced himself as a
homeowner in the area and stated that he has had no problem with the applicant
and that he looked forward to seeing the twinhomes being erected at the site. He
further expressed that he felt the twinhomes would blend nicely with the existing
neighborhood.
Commissioner Dahlquist, seconded by Commissioner Dwyer moved to close the public
hearing at 7:38 p.m. Carried 4 -0.
Commission discussion ensued as to issues such as the streets being an extension of
the driveway and the need to make this clear to potential purchasers and issues as
they related to the disputes of the neighbors and the builder of their homes.
Commissioner Dahlquist and Hedlund indicated that they liked the proposal and felt
that it would blend well with the existing neighborhood. They both indicated agreement
that issues between the residents and Mr. Krongard are private matters and that it is
not appropriate for the Commission to consider as part of the applicant's request.
Commissioner Dwyer, seconded by Commissioner Beck, moved to recommend council
approval contingent upon revised Planner's report, dated July 12, 2000 with the
revised conditions as noted:
1). The owners of Lots 1, 2 and 3 enter into a joint maintenance agreement to
ensure prompt snow removal and maintenance of the shared access.
2). The land area of Outlot A shall be incorporated into Lots 1, 2 and 3 to ensure
proper maintenance. A 30 foot shared access easement shall be created to
enable access to Lots 1, 2 and 3 from 57th Street, N.
3). The City Engineer shall review and approve all grading and drainage plans. The
yard areas between units 4 and 5 and the yard area east of unit 6 have slopes
that will require measures to prevent erosion. The applicant shall provide plans,
subject to City approval, to address this issue.
Planning Commission Minutes
July 13, 2000
Page 3 of 6
4). An erosion control plan with locations of silt fencing shall be submitted to the
City Engineer for review and approval.
5). The sanitary sewer and water main utilities, installed as part of, and serving this
development shall be privately owned and maintained.
6). Any additional hydrants, as required by the City of Bayport Fire Department,
shall be installed at the applicant's expense and to City specifications.
7). All engineering plans shall be signed by a professional engineer, registered in the
State of Minnesota.
8). The existing 20 foot and 60 foot easements on the property shall be included on
the preliminary plat and indicated on all site plans.
9). A development agreement shall be executed between the City and the applicant.
The agreement should indicate that if the sanitary sewer main within the
property needs repair, the City will not be responsible for any costs associated
with restoring the driveways or other privately owned improvements within the
easement area.
10). Create a 20 foot pedestrian trail easement over the drainage and utility
easement on the sites west side, along Osgood Ave. N.
11). The applicant must pay the City a cash payment equal to fourteen percent (14 %)
of the fair market value of the subject property. To determine the appropriate
park dedication fee, the applicant shall submit an appraisal of the site in
accordance with section 402.08.B.9 of the Subdivision Ordinance.
12). The applicant submit and receive approval of a detailed landscape plan from
City staff and the City Arborist.
13). All exterior lighting shall comply with section 401.15.B.7 of the City Ordinance.
14). The applicant shall submit detailed patio and porch plans for each unit.
15). The applicant shall construct a trail, to City specifications, on the west side of
the property and /or within the Osgood Ave. right -of -way from Upper 56 St. N>
to the site's northern property line.
16). The applicant is advised that City approval is not inclusive of other necessary
governmental permits and approvals, including but not limited to State and
County Highway Departments, Watershed Districts and others that may apply.
17). All other conditions of the City staff, Planning Commission, or City Council
Carried 4 -0.
Planning Commission Minutes
July 13, 2000
Page 4 of 6
B. Stillwater Motors -CUP: for 1.0 Acre Off -Site Emplovee Parking Area:
City Planner Richards provided a summary of the applicant's request and his report
regarding issues as they relate to the same.
Chair Hedlund opened the hearing for public discussion at 7:55 p.m.
Visitors to the public hearing, included the applicant, Dan Raduenz, Company
President, his legal counsel, Eric Ganatz, and architect, David Dupay. Mr. Gantz
addressed the Commission and explained the situation of legal entities involved within
the family and the ownership of the car dealership and the land. Mr. Ganatz also
addressed the issues raised in the Planner's report. Mr. Dupay addressed the matters
of run off and design issues.
There being no other visitors to the public hearing, Commissioner Dwyer, seconded by
Commissioner Dahlquist moved to close the public hearing at 8:20 p.m.
Commission discussion ensued as a variety of issues, including broadcast paging
system at site, lighting, signage, use of area deemed for employee parking, future use
of the site area, curb and gutter, and water run off.
Commissioner Dahlquist, seconded by Commissioner Dwyer, moved to recommend
council approval contingent upon revised Planner's report, dated July 12, 2000 with
the revised conditions as noted:
1). The grading and drainage plan shall be subject to approval of the City Engineer
2). The applicant is advised that City approval is not inclusive of other necessary
governmental permits and approvals, including but not limited to State and
County Highway Departments, Watershed Districts and others that may apply.
3). A minimum of a 40 -foot setback shall be required from 58th Street, N. for this
project.
4). The site shall provide a minimum of 78 off - street parking stalls, at least five (5)
of which must be disability accessible (including one van accessible stall).
5). The new parking area shall be surrounded with concrete curb and gutter.
6). The applicant shall submit a landscape plan for review and approval of the city
Arborist.
7). The applicant should remove the temporary sign on the site of the off -site
parking area within 30 days of City Council approval of the Conditional Use
Permit.
8). Any changes to the existing exterior lighting shall require the submittal of a
detailed lighting and photo- metric plan in conformance with Section 401.15.B.7
and subject to City approval.
Planning Commission Minutes
July 13, 2000
Page 5 of 6
9). There shall be no exterior storage of automobile parts, parts cars, or related
items on the site. All storage shall be internal to the building. All cars to be
stored outside of the building shall be visibly in tact.
10). The applicant shall be encouraged, but not required, to dim the parking lot
lights at night, when the dealership is not open.
11). If an exterior broadcast paging system is utilized, it shall be replaced with an
individual hand -held paging system.
12). Any other conditions of the Planning Commission, City Council and City staff.
Carried 4 -0.
C. Public/ Institutional District
City Planner Richards provided a brief overview of his report. Commission discussion
ensued as to language clarification of the ordinance, non - conforming uses, and open
space distinction as well as the concept of two zoning maps for the city. One map
would indicate current land use and the other envisioned land use.
Public hearing was continued for further discussion at the August 10, 2000 meeting of
the Planning Commission. Carried 4 -0.
New Business No new business presented for discussion at this meeting.
Old Business:
A. Commissioner Dahlquist Re- appointment Chair Hedlund congratulated
Commissioner Dahlquist on seeking and receiving re- appointment to the
Commission.
Informational / Ubdate:
A. "Commission News and Information ":
Community Development Director Danielson asked the Commission to provide
feedback on the document and to keep her informed as to anything they'd like to see
added. Chair Hedlund thank her for the work on this update and stated that he found
it very useful.
B. NSP Trail - Site Walk
The Parks Commission will walk the site on Monday, July 17 2000. Commission
invited to join walk. Walk will begin at 5:00 p.m., starting out from the cul -de -sac at
Cover Park Manor (15330 58th St. N.).
Planning Commission Minutes
July 13, 2000
Page 6 of 6
C. Visitor Concern
Chair Hedlund expressed his concern that communication should be clear from the
City to residents so as to alleviate unnecessary concern and anxiety in areas where
development is occurring.
Adjournment Commissioner Dahlquist, seconded by Commissioner Dwyer, moved to
adjourn at 9:15 p.m. Carried 3 -0.
Respectfully submitted,
Julie A. Hultman
Community Development Secretary
Approved by the Planning Commission: August 10, 2000