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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-09-12 PC Meeting Minutes ExcerptPlannin Commission Minutes September 12, 2002 Pa 4 of 8 C. Approval of the parkin area setback variance subject to the following findin 1. The proposed parkin area setback represents the continuance of an existin condition. 2. The Central Business District promotes an urban environment and encoura joint use of parkin and drivewa facilities. 3. The applicant has a joint parkin a with the adjacent Ea Club re open access between properties. 4. The Cit approves the submitted site and buildin plans. carried 4-0. 3. SC Mall LLC: To consider re for planned unit development amendment and site plan review for landscapin and exterior improvements to buildin facade at 5909 Omaha Ave. N. Cit Planner Richards provided an overview of the applicants re and of his report re the same. Vice Chair Dw opened the hearin for public comment. Vice Chair Dw in as to handicap accessible parkin accommodations, to which Marc Partrid Project Architect responded. Commissioner Runk, seconded b Commissioner Powell moved to close the public hearin Carried 4-0. Commissioner Powell, seconded b Commissioner Runk moved to recommend approval, subject to the followin conditions: 1. Submit photometric for proposed parkin lot li in compliance with Oak Park Hei Code subject to cit staff review and approval. 2. Submit li fixture specifications 'in compliance with Oak Park Hei Code subject to cit staff review and approval. 3. Submit documentation indicatin that all proposed li fixtures meet the performance standards set forth in Section 401.15.B.71 of the Oak Park Hei Code. 4. Submit specifications for exterior buildin finish subject to Cit Council review and approval. 5. Submit documentation indicatin that all proposed landscapin meet the re of section 401.15.E. of the Oak Park Hei Code. Pl annin g n g Commission Minutes September 12, 2002 Page 5 of 8 6. Placement of all fire hydrants and fire connections must be approved by the City Fire Marshall. 7. Grading and drainage issues are subject to review and approval of the City Engineer and review of the applicable watershed authority if required. 8. Any changes to existing utilities or construction over existing utility service lines is subject to the review and approved of the City Engineer. 9. The project architect shall work with city staff in repositioning the disability accessible stalls closer to the building entrance. Carried 4--0. 4. Renton Homes To consider a request for planned unit development. concept -plan, general plan and site plan review for 9 unit housing development at,.:::. O akgre e n Ave. N. City Planner Richards provided a summary of the applicant's request and reviewed his report regarding the same. Community Development Director Danielson ard.,Richards discussed the process of development applications and noted that the applicants earlier application had been withdrawn prior to its approval or denial thus the new application as modified is permissible. Additionally, they noted.. that MnDOT access and stormw' ater permits are needed for the project and suggested the Commission consider continuing the public hearing to October to allover time for the permits to be received by the applicant. Vice Chair Dwyer opened the hewing for public comment. Mitch Johnson representing Renton Homes informed the Commission that with this plan, the units are downsized from those originally proposed and that fire suppression and alternate access 1 1 s provided: for. He stated that they feel the parcel supports the proposed 9 units. Pat Estes 5770 Oak green Ave. expressed his concern about the traffic on oakgreen Ave. and that he' did not feel that the stop signs are effective. Barbara Anderson of.- Pondview Condominiums expressed concerns regarding snow removal, lot lines and setback requirements, parking concerns and impact upon 59th St. Commissioner Lilj egren, seconded by Vice Chair Dwyer, moved to continue the public hearing to October. Carried 4--0. Commission discussion ensued as to potential development of additional housing North of Oakgreen in relation to the request. Vice Chair Dwyer called for a 5- minute recess, after which the regular meeting , ` continued.