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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-16-18 CITY OF LAKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES August 16, 2018 Chair Kaluza called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The pledge of allegiance to the flag was given. Members Present: Chair Pat Kaluza, Brooks Lillehei, Scott Einck, Jason Swenson, Jeff Witte, Karl Drotning, Ex-officio Mike Lamm Members Absent: Vice Chair Jason Kelvie Others Present: Daryl Morey, Planning Director; Frank Dempsey, Associate Planner, Alex Jordan, Assistant City Engineer; Dan Licht, TPC Company; Penny Brevig, Recording Secretary 3. Approval of the Meeting Minutes The August 2, 2018 Planning Commission meeting minutes were approved as presented. 4. Announcements Mr. Morey stated the following were distributed at tonight’s meeting:  August 15, 2018 Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Committee draft motions regarding the Edison at Spirit preliminary and final plat, and the rd Kenwood Hills 3 Addition preliminary plat Mr. Morey stated that the public hearings for Agenda Item 5, the Airlake Station preliminary and final plat, and Agenda Item 7, the Wild Wings preliminary plat, are to be tabled at tonight’s meeting at the request of the applicants. 5. Airlake Station Chair Kaluza asked for a motion to table this agenda item. Motion was made by Witte, seconded by Drotning to table Agenda Item 5, the Airlake Station preliminary and final plat, to a future Planning Commission meeting. Ayes: Swenson, Einck, Lillehei, Kaluza, Witte, Drotning Nays: 0 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 16, 2018 Page 2 6. Northland Collision Chair Kaluza opened the public hearing to consider the application of RJ Construction on behalf of Northland Equities, LLC (dba Northland Collision) for an amendment to Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 99-01 to allow an expansion of a major auto repair th building in the C-3, General Commercial District, located at 7430 – 160 Street. Duane Marek, owner of Northland Collision, was present to answer any questions that the Planning Commission may have at tonight’s meeting. Associate Planner Frank Dempsey presented the planning report. Mr. Dempsey stated that the proposed addition will include a 3,420 square foot expansion to the south side of the existing building. This will include an amendment to CUP No. 99-01 which established the automobile repair use and allowed an expansion to the building that was previously a car wash. The expansion will be used for major auto repair including auto body repair. Mr. Dempsey reviewed the proposed expansion for conformance with the Zoning Ordinance performance standards as listed in the August 10, 2018 planning report. Mr. Dempsey stated that staff recommends approval of the Northland Collision CUP amendment subject to the one stipulation listed in the August 10, 2018 planning report, and adoption of the Findings of Fact dated August 16, 2018. Chair Kaluza opened the hearing to the public for comment. There were no comments from the audience. Motion was made by Lillehei, seconded by Drotning to close the public hearing at 6:06 p.m. Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - unanimous Chair Kaluza asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Discussion points included:  Commissioner Swenson felt this was a straight forward agenda item. He indicated that it is nice to see this business expanding in the City.  Commissioner Lillehei asked about temporary signs that he has been noticing at this location and whether they are allowed. Mr. Dempsey stated that the Zoning Ordinance allows temporary signs for a limited number of days throughout the year, but they do require a temporary sign permit.  Commissioner Drotning indicated that it was nice to see that parking was carefully analyzed. He felt the expansion seems appropriate. Motion was made by Swenson, seconded by Einck to recommend to City Council approval of the Northland Collision amendment to Conditional Use Permit No. 99-01 to allow an expansion of a major auto repair building in the C-3, General Commercial Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 16, 2018 Page 3 th District, located at 7430 – 160 Street, subject to the following stipulation, and adoption of the Findings of Fact dated August 16, 2018: 1. The stipulations of the conditional use permit dated March 1, 1999 (CUP 99-01) shall remain in full force and effect. Ayes: Einck, Lillehei, Kaluza, Witte, Drotning, Swenson Nays: 0 7. Wild Wings Chair Kaluza asked for a motion to table this agenda item. Motion was made by Lillehei, seconded by Drotning to table Agenda Item 7, the Wild Wings preliminary plat, to a future Planning Commission meeting. Ayes: Lillehei, Kaluza, Witte, Drotning, Swenson, Einck Nays: 0 8. The Edison at Spirit Chair Kaluza opened the public hearing to consider the application of JPL th Development LLC for the following, located south of 160 Street (CSAH 46) and east of Elmhurst Lane: A. Preliminary and final plat and PUD development stage plans for one lot to be known as The Edison at Spirit and B. Vacation of public drainage and utility easements. Elwyn Tinklenberg, consultant for JPL on their projects in Minnesota, Ryan Bluhm from Westwood Professional Services, and Tom Gump, attorney for JPL, were in attendance at tonight’s meeting. Mr. Tinklenberg wanted to thank City staff for the tremendous work they have done with getting their applications ready for the Planning Commission’s review at tonight’s meeting. He stated that this is the second JPL apartment project in Lakeville. JPL also built Edison at Avonlea, which is almost complete, and they are quite pleased with that apartment project. He indicated that they already have commitments for 40 of the 146 units in Avonlea. Mr. Tinklenberg stated that this shows JPL’s commitment to building a high-quality product and building a safe, sustainable and attractive housing option. Planning Consultant Daniel Licht presented a history of the Spirit of Brandtjen Farm (SBF) development and how it has developed over the years. The SBF developer was entitled to develop 2,109 dwelling units in the SBF PUD. One of the key flexibilities of the PUD District was that the developer could take density from one portion of the development and move it to other portions of the development. What has occurred over the last 13 years is substantially different than what was envisioned in 2005. There is substantially less density than originally planned. Mr. Licht estimates approximately 2/3 of the allowed dwelling units will be constructed at full buildout of the SBF PUD. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 16, 2018 Page 4 Mr. Licht presented the planning report. Mr. Licht stated that JPL Development LLC has submitted plans for the development of 160 dwelling units within a multiple family building and five secondary carriage house buildings on a lot to be subdivided from nd Outlot L, Spirit of Brandtjen Farm Commercial 2 Addition. Mr. Licht reviewed the building plans, materials, and height of both types of buildings. Floor area for each of the apartment floor plans comply with the Zoning Ordinance requirements. The building plans must be revised to identify the percentage of each material used for all the exterior elevations and a cumulative total use of brick and stone at least 60 percent of the wall area for each building to comply with Zoning Ordinance requirements. The building height of the buildings comply with the height allowances per the SBF PUD. The proposed density is appropriate for its location within the mixed land use district of SBF. The site design and setbacks from property lines for the apartment building and off-street parking areas are consistent with the SBF PUD Booklet requirements. The proposed carriage houses are a unique secondary use within the development and flexibility from the setback requirement between buildings is appropriate. Mr. Licht reviewed access to the subject site for both vehicles and pedestrians, along with the off-street parking, which includes surface parking and underground parking. The types and sizes of the proposed plantings on the landscape plan are appropriate for the subject site and comply with Zoning Ordinance requirements. Mr. Licht stated that the proposed outdoor pool and outdoor kitchen on the west side of the proposed multiple family building comply with the design standards of the Zoning Ordinance. The submitted photometric lighting plan identifies and complies with the type, location, height and intensity of all proposed exterior light fixtures, per the Zoning Ordinance. The proposed development will not be included as part of the SBF Master Homeowners Association. No access to private SBF HOA facilities will be available to residents of the subject development. Mr. Licht indicated that existing drainage and utility easements dedicated with SBF nd Commercial 2 Addition are to be vacated upon recording of a final plat as they no longer serve a public purpose in lieu of the easements dedicated with the final plat. Outlot A is the remainder of the parent parcel less the area of Lot 1, Block 1 and right- st of-way for 161 Street. Outlot A will be retained by SBF Development Corporation for a future phase of development. Mr. Licht stated that staff recommends approval of the PUD Development Stage Plan, preliminary plat and vacation of drainage and utility easements, subject to the ten stipulations listed in the August 9, 2018 planning report. Chair Kaluza opened the hearing to the public for comment. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 16, 2018 Page 5 The following people spoke at the Public Hearing: th Eric Schroeder, 5158 – 159 Street, Apple Valley Joel Hansen, 15934 Elmwood Way, Apple Valley Paul Engel, 15896 Elmhurst Lane, Apple Valley th Jane Schroeder, 5158 159 Street, Apple Valley Brandt Merrild, 16221 Elmhurst Lane in SBF There comments and concerns included: th  Privacy for the single family homes along 159 Street in the Cobblestone Lake development in Apple Valley th  Growing traffic issues on 160 Street (CSAH 46) st  Clarification that 161 Street is a new street  Are these market rate apartments? th  When was the last traffic study done for the 160 Street corridor?  Felt that even though they did their due diligence prior to purchasing a home in this area, they were given improper information regarding what would be located on the subject property  Would like the entrance to the apartment building moved to a different location  Apple Valley residents are driving through SBF neighborhoods to get to the th elementary school to avoid driving on 160 Street th  The school buses only make right turns onto 160 Street  Did not understand why Dakota County staff told them that traffic signals actually cause more accidents th  160 Street is very dangerous for the children in the neighborhood Motion was made by Swenson, seconded by Einck to close the public hearing at 6:42 p.m. Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - unanimous Chair Kaluza asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Discussion points included:  Commissioner Witte suggested the residents contact the Dakota County Sheriff Department along with the Apple Valley and Lakeville Police Departments to patrol the corridor to help slow traffic.  The CSAH 46 traffic concerns were addressed by Assistant City Engineer Jordan.  An EAW was completed in 2003-2004, prior to the beginning of the SBF development, which included a look at traffic on CSAH 46 and CSAH 31 adjacent to the site.  The Transportation Plan has been amended since the beginning of the SBF project and has taken into account the development densities that have occurred. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 16, 2018 Page 6  Mr. Jordan thanked the public for coming to the public hearing and voicing their concerns. He explained how Dakota County tries to balance safety with efficient traffic movement for their County roads. The Dakota County Plat Commission reviews every plat that is adjacent to a County road. The long term plan for County Road 46 is a six-lane, divided roadway. The timing is determined by traffic and funding. The last traffic studies were four years ago, and then again two years ago. Mr. Jordan described the way the City envisioned people accessing the new elementary school.  Mr. Morey mentioned there is an underpass for bikes and pedestrians under County Road 46 for residents in Cobblestone Lake to safely access the elementary school. He also stated there are options for residents to get in to and out of the Cobblestone and SBF developments, including signalized intersections at Pilot Knob Road. ndst  There are no driveway accesses onto 162 Street. It is a minor collector. 161 Street will run through the center of the subject site to provide access.  Discussed future land uses for the remaining undeveloped portions of SBF in relation to the traffic concerns expressed by the Apple Valley residents.  Mr. Licht explained four-sided architecture, which means all four sides of the apartment building have the same exterior materials and features so they will look essentially the same.  At the request of the Planning Commission, Mr. Bluhm described the landscape plan.  Parking was discussed. Mr. Licht explained that there will be 150 units in the apartment building with 200 underground parking stalls, of which 27 are in a tandem arrangement. The tandem stalls will be for tenants that want two parking stalls, thus they will be leased by the same apartment renter. The Planning Commission expressed support for the proposed parking arrangement.  The Planning Commission agreed that overall this is a positive project and is consistent with the approved SBF PUD.  Chair Kaluza stated that when the City prepares updates to its Comprehensive Plan, we contact our residents, businesses and surrounding cities to seek their input and comments.  Staff pointed out the Metropolitan Council’s expectations for development density and that allowing higher density residential uses along major roadways will help meet those expectations and provide a needed housing choice in an appropriate location within the City.  Commissioner Lillehei recognized the Apple Valley residents for their traffic concerns, recognized Alex Jordan for being prepared to talk about CSAH 46 tonight, and to give us the awareness that it is not without foresight that the Cities and County have approached these roadways. Motion was made by Lillehei, seconded by Swenson to recommend to City Council approval of the Edison at Spirit preliminary plat, PUD development stage plan, and th vacation of drainage and utility easements, located south of 160 Street (CSAH 46) and east of Elmhurst Lane, subject to the following ten stipulations: Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 16, 2018 Page 7 1. The submitted building elevation plans shall be revised to identify the percentage of each material used for each of the exterior elevations and a cumulative total in compliance with Section 11-61-19.B of the Zoning Ordinance. 2. The site plan shall be revised to identify six additional proof-of-parking stalls within st the subject site or as parallel stalls along the north side of 161 Street. 3. The fence enclosing the outdoor swimming pool shall comply with the specifications of Section 11-21-5.G of the Zoning Ordinance. 4. All signs shall be subject to compliance with the provisions of Section 11-23-19.C of the Zoning Ordinance and shall require issuance of a sign permit prior to display upon the property. 5. Park dedication requirements shall be satisfied at the time of final plat approval by payment of a cash fee in lieu of land of $308,800.00 based on the formula established by the SBF Master PUD Development Agreement. 6. All grading, drainage, and erosion control issues are subject to review and approval of the City Engineer. 7. All utility issues shall be subject to review and approval of the City Engineer. 8. The existing drainage and utility easements within the subject site shall be vacated concurrent with approval and recording of the final plat. 9. All easements shall be subject to review and approval of the City Engineer. 10. The developer shall execute a development agreement with the City prior to City Council approval of the final plat, which shall include a clause related to deferment of required off-street parking stall construction. Ayes: Kaluza, Witte, Drotning, Swenson, Einck, Lillehei, Nays: 0 rd 9. Kenwood Hills 3 Addition (tabled at the May 17, 2018 Planning Commission meeting) Chair Kaluza opened the public hearing to consider the application of Homestead th Partners for the following, located west of Kenwood Trail (CSAH 50) and north of 185 Street (CSAH 60): A. Comprehensive Plan amendment to re-guide property from high density residential and restricted development to low/medium density residential; B. Zoning Map amendment to rezone property from RH-1, Multiple Family Residential District and P/OS, Public and Open Space District to PUD, Planned Unit Development District; C. Preliminary plat and development stage PUD plans of 15 detached rd townhome lots and two common area lots to be known as Kenwood Hills 3 Addition; D. Vacation of a public drainage and utility easement. Tom Bakritges, Vice President of Land Development for Homestead Partners, presented a brief overview of the project. He stated that this phase will increase the Kenwood Hills neighborhood to a total of 60 detached townhome dwellings. The first and second additions had a total of 45 units. The third addition will complete the connection of Jurel Way to Kenwood Trail (CSAH 50). The building design will be consistent with the current Kenwood Hills detached townhomes. Homestead Partners is looking forward to working with staff to finish up their development. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 16, 2018 Page 8 Planning Consultant Daniel Licht presented the planning report. Mr. Licht stated that the developer is requesting a Comprehensive Plan amendment to change the land use designation to low/medium density residential, a Zoning Map amendment to rezone the subject site to PUD, Planned Unit Development District, and a PUD Development Stage Plan and preliminary plat of 15 single family detached townhouse lots. Drainage and utility easements will need to be vacated that were dedicated within the area of the preliminary plat. Mr. Licht explained that currently the 2030 Land Use Plan guides the subject site for high density residential uses. The City property to be incorporated as part of the rd proposed Kenwood Hills 3 Addition is designated as restricted development. The site plan submitted by the developer provides for a reasonable use of the property within the constraints of the existing natural conditions of the site and extension of Jurel Way and is consistent with the intent of the Comprehensive Plan for development of Low-to-Medium Density Residential land uses. The Comprehensive Plan amendment and rezoning to PUD District will allow for continuation of the same land use form along both sides of Jurel Way. The proposed detached townhouse dwellings would utilize the same building plans as being constructed within the initial Kenwood Hills development. The lot area per unit for Lots 1-9, Block 1 and Lots 1-6, Block 2 both exceed 7,500 square feet per dwelling unit. Setbacks are consistent with those approved with the PUD District for Kenwood nd Hills 2 Addition. Mr. Licht indicated that the landscape plan must be revised to meet the 10 foot buffer yard height requirement for screening adjacent to Kenwood Trail (CSAH 50), along with revised front yard plantings along Jurel Way and typical foundation plantings that comply with the type and size requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Licht stated that the development of the proposed detached townhomes with commonly owned base lots will require establishment of a homeowners association to own and maintain Lots 10 and 11, Block 1 and Lot 7, Block 2. Mr. Licht indicated that the proposed land use and PUD District is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance to provide a logical development pattern in consideration of the physical constraints with the subject site. The PUD Development stage plan and preliminary plat are also consistent with the development of Kenwood Hills. Mr. Licht stated that staff recommends approval of the Comprehensive Plan amendment, Zoning Map amendment, preliminary plat and development stage PUD plans, and easement vacation, subject to the 13 stipulations listed in the August 9, 2018 planning report and adoption of the Findings of Fact dated August 16, 2018. Chair Kaluza opened the hearing to the public for comment. There were no comments from the audience. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 16, 2018 Page 9 Motion was made by Lillehei, seconded by Swenson to close the public hearing at 7:41 p.m. Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - unanimous Chair Kaluza asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Discussion points included:  Commissioner Lillehei commented that many of the undeveloped properties that are available in Lakeville are the more difficult properties to develop. The Planning Commissioners agreed that the developer has done a great job figuring out how to develop this property.  Commissioner Swenson was glad to see that Jurel Way will be completed to Kenwood Trail (CSAH 50). Motion was made by Drotning, seconded by Lillehei to recommend to City Council th approval of the following, located west of Kenwood Trail (CSAH 50) and north of 185 Street (CSAH 60): A. Comprehensive Plan amendment to re-guide property from high density residential and restricted development to low/medium density residential; B. Zoning Map amendment to rezone property from RH-1, Multiple Family Residential District and P/OS, Public and Open Space District to PUD, Planned Unit Development District; C. Preliminary plat and development stage PUD plans of 15 detached rd townhome lots and two common area lots to be known as Kenwood Hills 3 Addition; and D. Vacation of a public drainage and utility easement, subject to the following 13 stipulations, and adoption of the Findings of Fact dated August 16, 2018: 1. The preliminary plat shall be developed in accordance with the following setbacks: Minimum Yard Setback PUD District Perimeter 10ft. Kenwood Tr. (CSAH 50) 30ft. Jurel Way 25ft. Between Bldgs. 10ft. Wetland Buffer 10ft. 2. The exterior finish of the dwelling units within the PUD District shall comply with Section 11-57-19.C.4 of the Zoning Ordinance. 3. Each dwelling unit within the PUD District shall have a garage that complies with Section 11-57-19.D of the Zoning Ordinance. 4. The developer shall revise the landscape plan such that the proposed plantings meet the 10 foot height requirement for screening Kenwood Trail (CSAH 50). 5. The landscape plan shall be revised to provide for front yard plantings along Jurel Way and typical foundation plantings that comply with the type and size requirements of Section 11-21-9.C of the Zoning Ordinance. 6. The landscaping along Jurel Way and at the foundation of the detached townhouse dwellings shall comply with the minimum value requirements of Section 11-57-19.I of the Zoning Ordinance. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 16, 2018 Page 10 7. All street design and construction plans shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 8. Park dedication requirements as established by Section 10-4-8 of the Subdivision Ordinance shall be satisfied as a cash fee in lieu of land in accordance with the fee schedule in effect at the time of final plat approval. 9. All drainage and utility easements shall comply with Section 10-4-4 of the Subdivision Ordinance and are subject to review and approval of the City Engineer. 10. Outlots A and B shall be deeded to the City for wetland and stormwater management purposes. 11. All grading, drainage, and erosion control issues shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 12. All utility issues shall be subject to review and approval of the City Engineer. 13. Documents establishing a homeowners association for ownership and maintenance of Lots 10 and 11, Block 1 and Lot 7, Block 2 shall be submitted with application for final plat approval and are subject to review and approval by the City Attorney. Ayes: Witte, Drotning, Swenson, Einck, Lillehei, Kaluza, Nays: 0 There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:45. The Planning Commission immediately went into their work session. Respectfully submitted, Penny Brevig, Recording Secretary