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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-10-2002 MinutesKy., J) I JAI M [0 �00 I p) py 10 1 Maji I MUM- Thursday, January 10, 2002 Call To Order Chair Vogt called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Commissioners Dwyer, Liljegren, Powell and Runk; Community Development Director Danielson, City Planner Richards and Council Liaison McComber. Introduction of Commissioner Lilje ren Chair Vogt introduced Mike Liljegren as a new Planning Commissioner, appointed by the City Council to fill the term of outgoing Commissioner Chuck Hedlund. Chair Vogt also extended thanks to the City staff who has worked, supported and assisted the Commission over the past year. Approval of A end : Commissioner Dwyer, seconded by Commissioner Runk, moved to approve the Agenda with the addition of Land Use Overview to New Business and Government Training to Informational. Carried 5 -0. Approval of December 13, 2001 Minutes Commissioner Runk, seconded by Commissioner Powell, moved to approve the minutes as amended. Carried 5 -0. Visitors: None. Pu blic Hearings A. Continued - Montanari Homes To consider requests for site plan review and planned unit development: concept plan for 9 unit office complex at 13481 60th St N. Community Development Director Danielson informed the Commission that correspondence was received from the applicant, requesting a continuance to February in order to permit them to continue working with Eagles Aerie #94 on mutual parking and property issues. Commissioner Dwyer, seconded by Commissioner Runk, moved to continue the public hearing to February, 2002. Carried 5 -0. B. Arby's To consider a request for sign variance at 5909 Neal Ave. N. City Planner Richards provided an overview of the applicant's request for a sign variance to add one reader board to the south wall of the restaurant. He noted that the business received a conditional use permit from the City in 1998, which included a sign variance. Richards reviewed his report analysis of the existing site signage, the proposed signage, variance criteria and provided recommendation to the commission for their consideration. Chair Vogt opened the hearing for public comment at 7:11 p.m Planning Commission Minutes January 10, 2002 Page 2 of 3 A representative from Signcrafters, the applicant, was present. Signcrafters does work for Arby's and other fast food restaurants. He informed the commission that reader boards are very commonly found at fast food businesses and that they are generally used for advertising. Additionally, he noted that most reader boards are placed on pylon signs, but that in light of the building location and configuration, the south wall was selected for placement as it was thought to work the best. Discussion ensued as to reader -board advertising, issues of hardship, visibility area, and the possibility that the sign would be obstructed by future development. Commissioner Runk, seconded by Commissioner Dwyer moved to close the public hearing at 7:17 p.m. Carried 5 -0. Commissioner Runk, seconded by Chair Vogt, moved to recommend that the City Council approve the applicant's request for sign variance, subject to the following conditions: 1. One illuminated reader board sign, not to exceed 32 square feet, shall be allowed on the south elevation of the Arby's building. 2. Any other conditions of the Planning Commission, City Council, and City staff. Carried 5 -0. C. Routson Motors To consider request for sign variance at 14702 60th St. N. City Planner Richards provided an overview of the applicant's request for a sign variance to allow four individual signs on the front facade of the automotive dealership. Richards reviewed his report analysis of the existing site signage, the proposed signage, variance criteria, discussed the matter of hardship presented in the matter, and provided recommendation to the commission for their consideration. Chair Vogt opened the hearing for public comment at 7:28 p.m. Bill Rambo, representing the applicant, addressed the Commission and discussed the number of square feet in signage and the styling of the signage. He noted that the proposed signage design is much more subdued than the signage previously upon the building. Discussion ensued as to the other signage on the site, including window signage, temporary signage requirements and the flags displayed at the site and their conformance with the signage ordinance. Commissioner Dwyer, seconded by Commissioner Powell, moved to close the public hearing at 7:38 p.m. Carried 5 -0. Commissioner Runk, seconded by Commissioner Dwyer, moved to recommend that the City Council approve the applicant's request for sign variance, subject to the following conditions: Planning Commission Minutes January 10, 2002 Page 3 of 3 1. Four illuminated signs, not to exceed 150 square feet shall be allowed on the south elevation of the Routson Motors dealership. 2. The four signs shall provide outlined back lighting of the letters and logos. The entire raceway or sign cabinets shall not be back lit. 3. Any other conditions of the Planning Commission, City Council, and City staff. Carried 5 -0. New Business A. _February Meeting Date Change Brief discussion ensued as to the February meeting date. Commissioner Dwyer, seconded by Commissioner Runk, moved to reschedule the February meeting of the Planning Commission from February 14, 2002 to February 21, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. Carried 5 -0. B. Land Use Overview Community Development Director Danielson provided an overview of the activity that had occurred within the City during the past year and described the nature of the land used. She noted the City Council may wish to deal with some storm water pond issues over the course of planning and addressed questions about growth and development with in the Central Business District. Old Business None Informational/ Update A. Sign Committee Community Development Director Danielson informed the Commissioners that the sign committee had been formed to evaluate and address issues of concern with respect to the City's sign ordinance. She described the course the committee will take in addressing the situation and welcomed anyone interested to participate in the committee. B. Government Training Community Development Director Danielson reviewed the educational opportunities offered by the Government Training Service program. She discussed the various manners in which the training is conducted. The Commission asked that staff obtain more information as to their offerings and costs and to report back with the information. Adjournment Commissioner Dwyer, seconded by Powell, moved to adjourn at 5:00 p.m. Carried 5 -0. Respectfully submitted, Julie Hultman Community Development Approved by the Planning Commission: February 21, 2002. 4 -0.