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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-20-20 CITY OF LAKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES August 20, 2020 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, Vice Chair Jeff Witte, Karl Drotning, Jason Swenson, Brooks Lillehei, Christine Zimmer, Ex-officio member Thor Howe Members Absent: Jenna Majorowicz Staff Present: Daryl Morey, Planning Director; Frank Dempsey, Associate Planner; Kris Jenson, Associate Planner; Stella Eskelson, Recording Secretary; and Alex Jordan, Assistant City Engineer (via Chime) 3. Approval of the Meeting Minutes The August 6, 2020 Planning Commission meeting minutes and August 6, 2020 Planning Commission work session minutes were approved as presented. 4. Announcements Planning Director Daryl Morey stated that the following item was distributed to the Planning Commission at tonight’s meeting:  August 19, 2020 Parks, Recreational and Natural Resources draft motions for the Interstate South Logistics Park Third Addition and Pheasant Run North preliminary plats. The Planning Commission took a short recess due to audio-visual technical difficulties. 5. Interstate South Logistics Park Third Addition Chair Kaluza opened the public hearing to consider the application of the Metropolitan th Airport Commission for the following, located south of 215 Street (CSAH 70) and west of Dodd Boulevard (CSAH 9): 1. Preliminary plat of one industrial lot to be known as Interstate South Logistics Park Third Addition; and 2. Conditional use permit to allow a building height in excess of 45 feet in the I-1, Light Industrial District. Dan Salzer presented a brief overview of the project. Mr. Salzer indicated that the proposed 750,000 sq. ft. building will be utilized as an office/distribution center. A lease has not yet been signed so the tenant cannot be announced at this time. Associate Planner Kris Jenson presented the planning report. Ms. Jenson stated that the plat includes one industrial lot and three outlots on 127.85 acres. Outlots A and B Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 20, 2020 Page 2 will be retained by the developer for future development, Outlot C will be deeded to City for wetland and buffers. th Ms. Jenson indicated that the access point to the site will be located at 217 Street and Dodd Boulevard. The preliminary and final plat requires the construction of two th streets, including the extensions of 217 Street and Jacquard Avenue. Currently, the east half right of way for Jacquard Avenue is included in the preliminary plat and negotiations for the west half of the Jacquard Avenue right of way property are underway with the adjacent property owner. Ms. Jenson indicated that the proposed height of the building at 52 feet, 2 inches at its highest point exceeds the allowed height of 45 feet in the I-1 District, unless a conditional use permit is approved to exceed that height. The developer has applied for a conditional use permit and the property can accommodate the increased building height. Ms. Jenson indicated that 673 parking spaces are required by the Zoning Ordinance for the proposed use. The plan proposes to construct 343 spaces and defer 387 spaces, for a total of 730 spaces, which exceeds Zoning Ordinance requirements. Prior to City Council consideration of the preliminary plat, the site plan must be modified so that all deferred parking spaces meet the size requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. Planning Department staff recommends approval of the Interstate South Logistics Park Third Addition preliminary plat and conditional use permit, subject to the nine stipulations listed in the August 12, 2020 planning report and adoption of the Findings of Fact dated August 20, 2020. Chair Kaluza opened the hearing to the public for comment. th Bob Ruddle, 3646 E 310 Street, inquired where the access point to Dodd Boulevard would be located. Alex Jordan, Assistant City Engineer, stated that the south access point will align with th 220 Street. Motion was made by Witte, seconded by Zimmer to close the public hearing at 6:17 p.m. Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - unanimous Chair Kaluza asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Discussion points included:  Commissioner Zimmer inquired about the need for additional traffic signals and if a traffic study had been completed.  Commissioner Drotning confirmed that the parapets are tall enough to screen the rooftop mechanicals. Mr. Salzer indicated that some mechanical equipment Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 20, 2020 Page 3 would be located on the roof but due to the size of the building, it should not be visible from the public right of way.  Commissioner Drotning inquired as to whether or not the project would move forward without the successful acquisition of the west half Jacquard Avenue right of way from the adjacent property owner. Mr. Salzer indicated that the project would move forward if the Jacquard Avenue west half right of way could not be acquired, and that the site was designed with that possibility in mind.  Commissioner Swenson expressed his appreciation of how the Interstate Logistics Park plats came together utilizing areas that otherwise may not be useful and making the planned street connections. Swenson was pleased to see a proposed development of this size in Lakeville. Motion was made by Drotning, seconded by Swenson to recommend to City Council approval of the Interstate South Logistics Park Third Addition preliminary plat of one industrial lot and conditional use permit to allow a building height in excess of 45 feet in the I-1, Light Industrial District, and adoption of the Findings of Fact dated August 20, 2020, subject to the following stipulations: 1. Implementation of the recommendations listed in the August 12, 2020 engineering report. 2. The site and buildings shall be developed in compliance with the plans approved by the City Council and Zoning Ordinance requirements. 3. A security shall be submitted to guarantee installation of the approved landscaping at the time of final plat approval. All landscaped areas within and adjacent to the parking lot shall be irrigated. 4. Snow storage shall not take place in required parking spaces. 5. The buildings shall be constructed of materials consistent with the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance for industrial buildings. 6. If required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), approval of permit No. 7460 (crane permit) shall be obtained from the FAA prior to commencing construction with the use of a crane or cranes taller than 35 feet in height. 7. Parking deferment applications shall be submitted to the Planning Department prior to the issuance of building permits. 8. Prior to City Council consideration of the conditional use permit, the site plan must be revised so all of the deferred parking spaces meet the minimum size requirements per Section 11-19-7.I.1 of the Zoning Ordinance. 9. Prior to City Council consideration of the final plat, revised grading, drainage, erosion control, and utility plans must be submitted, reviewed and approved by the Engineering Division. Ayes: Swenson, Lillehei, Kaluza, Witte, Drotning, Zimmer Nays: 0 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 20, 2020 Page 4 6. Goose Lake Second Addition Chair Kaluza opened the public hearing to consider the application of Chris and Evan Cohoe for the following, located at 16795 Judicial Road: 1. Preliminary and final plat of one single family residential lot to be known as Goose Lake Second Addition; 2. Vacation of public drainage and utility easements, and 3. Conditional use permit to allow an accessory building greater than 2,000 square feet in area and 20 feet in height in the RS-1, Single Family Residential District. Chris and Evan Cohoe presented a brief overview of the project. The Cohoes stated that the primary use of the proposed accessory building would mainly be for storage of personal recreational items. Associate Planner Frank Dempsey presented the planning report. Mr. Dempsey stated that two of the lots were originally platted in 1909 as part of the Liberty Heights development and do not have access to City sewer and water. The lot where the Cohoe’s home is located was platted at a later date and the home was connected to City sewer and water from the west. The Cohoe’s currently own all three lots; the lots must be re-platted to remove the existing property lines and combine the three lots because they are located in two different plats. Mr. Dempsey indicated that the proposed accessory building would require the vacation of boundary drainage and utility easements in Goose Lake First Addition. The proposed accessory building will be 3,608 square feet with the inclusion of an attached garage. Mr. Dempsey indicated that the proposed single family lot meets the minimum lot requirements for the RS-1 District and the accessory building meets the setback requirements. Mr. Dempsey indicated that no subdivision of property, grading, drainage or utilities are proposed with this plat. Mr. Dempsey indicated that this property is within the Shoreland Overlay District which allows for a maximum of 25% impervious surface area. The CUP proposes a total of 18.54% impervious surface area in compliance with this requirement. Planning Department staff recommends approval of the Goose Lake Second Addition preliminary plat, easement vacation and conditional use permit, subject to the seven stipulations listed in the August 14, 2020 planning report and adoption of the Findings of Fact dated August 20, 2020. Chair Kaluza opened the hearing to the public for comment. Mike Gillen, 16600 Judicial Road expressed his concern regarding stormwater run off to his property that is located in a low-lying area. He requested assurances from staff that his property would not be impacted by the proposed construction of the Cohoe’s accessory building. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 20, 2020 Page 5 Alex Jordan, Assistant City Engineer stated that Engineering staff will review the plans to determine if there will be any stormwater runoff impacts to Mr. Gillen’s property. Motion was made by Drotning, seconded by Witte to close the public hearing at 6:41 Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - unanimous Chair Kaluza asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Discussion points included:  Commissioner Drotning asked if the lot combination could have been handled administratively. Mr. Dempsey indicated the lots could have been combined administratively if they were in the same plat. The easement vacation and conditional use permit require public hearings and review by the Planning Commission and City Council.  Commissioner Witte requested further details around the use of the accessory building’s loft. Mr. Cohoe indicated that it would be used for miscellaneous storage and indicated that it would not be used for vehicle or boat storage.  Commissioner Zimmer confirmed that the accessory building loft would not be used for a living space. Mr. and Mrs. Cohoe stated they would not use the loft for living space. There will be no sewer service provided to the accessory building.  Commissioner Swenson recognized Mr. Gillen’s concerns and shared some insight into recently experienced rainfall events. He offered to have a general stormwater runoff discussion with Mr. Gillen after the meeting. Motion was made by Swenson, seconded by Drotning to recommend to City Council approval of the Goose Lake Second Addition preliminary and final plat of one single family residential lot, vacation of public drainage and utility easements, and conditional use permit to allow an accessory building greater than 2,000 square feet in area and 20 feet in height in the RS-1, Single Family Residential District, and adoption of the Findings of Fact dated August 20, 2020, subject to the following stipulations: 1. A building permit shall be required prior to construction of the detached accessory building. 2. The existing detached accessory building shall be removed from the property prior to commencing construction of the new accessory building. 3. A tree preservation plan shall be submitted prior to the issuance of a building permit for the accessory building for all grading and construction activity within 50 feet of any significant trees on the property. 4. The detached accessory building foundation shall not exceed 2,100 square feet, the upper level storage area shall not exceed 980 square feet, the height shall not exceed 21 feet, and the combined accessory building area (attached and detached) shall not exceed 3,608 square feet unless a conditional use permit amendment is approved by the City Council. In addition, one detached accessory building is allowed on the property unless a conditional use permit amendment is approved by the City Council. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 20, 2020 Page 6 5. The detached accessory building shall include exterior building materials and colors consistent with the single-family home. 6. Sanitary sewer shall not be connected to the detached accessory building. 7. All driveway and parking areas shall be paved with bituminous, concrete or paver brick. Ayes: Lillehei, Kaluza, Witte, Drotning, Zimmer, Swenson Nays: 0 7. Pheasant Run North Chair Kaluza opened the public hearing to consider the application of KJ Walk, Inc. th for the following, located east of Pilot Knob Road (CSAH 31) and north of 179 Street (future CSAH 9): A. Preliminary plat of 117 single family residential lots to be known as Pheasant Run North; and B. Vacation of a public drainage and utility easement. Warren Israelson of KJ Walk, Inc. presented a brief overview of the project. The proposed plat includes the development of 117 single family lots with similar house styles and architecture to the adjacent Pheasant Run Fourth Addition plat. Associate Planner Kris Jenson presented the planning report. Ms. Jenson stated that the proposed development includes 117 single family lots on 56.88 acres and meets the required single-family lot sizes for the RST-2 District. Ms. Jenson indicated that an easement vacation is required for Outlot C, Pheasant Run Fourth Addition. A 10-foot wide permanent drainage and utility easement was inadvertently included on this outlot and will be replaced with a 10-foot wide permanent drainage and utility easement on Lots 8 and 9, Block 4, Pheasant Run North. Ms. Jenson indicated that two lots (Lot 19, Block 3 and Lot 2, Block 5) need to be modified to meet the minimum lot requirements and this must be done prior to City Council consideration of the preliminary plat. Ms. Jenson indicated that the thirteen lots abutting Pilot Knob Road require an increased buffer yard and lot depth. The buffer yard landscape plan includes the installation of evergreen trees to serve as a visual screen. Planning Department staff recommends approval of the Pheasant Run North preliminary plat and easement vacation, subject to the nine stipulations listed in the August 12, 2020 planning report. Chair Kaluza opened the hearing to the public for comment. Chad Camp, 17827 Essex Lane inquired about drainage. His backyard backs up to a 3-foot mound where water tends to collect and he is wondering if the new lots will be graded to match that elevation? Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 20, 2020 Page 7 Mr. Israelson confirmed that the developer will work with adjacent property owners to cut down the vertical bank to allow stormwater to flow into the catch basins. Motion was made by Lillehei, seconded by Witte to close the public hearing at 7:00 p.m. Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - unanimous Chair Kaluza asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Discussion points included:  Commissioner Drotning commended the accessibility of Outlots B and C for future City maintenance.  Commissioner Zimmer commented on the importance of the developer working with adjacent property owners to address concerns with stormwater runoff.  Commissioner Witte commended the project and expressed appreciation for the overall development of the plats in this area after he conducted a site visit. Motion was made by Lillehei, seconded by Drotning to recommend to City Council approval of the Pheasant Run North preliminary plat of 117 single family residential lots and vacation of a public drainage and utility easement, subject to the following stipulations: 1. Implementation of the recommendations listed in the August 12, 2020 engineering report. 2. Park dedication shall be satisfied with a combination of land dedication and cash contribution paid with the final plat for each development phase. 3. The Developer shall construct 5-foot-wide concrete sidewalks as shown on the preliminary plat plans. 4. The Developer shall provide a cash escrow with the final plat for the construction of a 10-foot-wide bituminous tail along the east side of Pilot Knob Road. 5. Outlots A, B, C, E, F, and G shall be deeded to the City with the final plat. 6. Buffer yard landscaping shall be installed according to the approved landscape plan. A security for the buffer yard landscaping shall be submitted with the final plat. The single family lots abutting Pilot Knob Road must install sod to the rear property line and a $1,000 per lot security will be required with the building permit. 7. Ellsworth Drive must have a future street extension sign and barricades placed at the southeast end of the street. 8. Prior to City Council consideration of the preliminary plat, Lot 19, Block 3 and Lot 2, Block 5 must be revised to meet the minimum lot area requirement of 8,400 square feet. 9. Prior to City Council consideration of the final plat, the landscape plan must be modified to show the minimum planting size to be 10 feet in height. Ayes: Lillehei, Kaluza, Witte, Drotning, Zimmer, Swenson Nays: 0 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 20, 2020 Page 8 There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:08 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Stella Eskelson, Recording Secretary