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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-19-05 CITY OF LAKEVILLE Planning Commission Meeting Minutes MAY 19, 2005 The May 19, 2005 Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Swecker in the City Hall Council Chambers at 6:00 p.m. Flag pledge and roll call of members: Present: Blee, Stolte, Swecker, Detjen, Grenz, Drotning, Ex-officio Arvidson. Pattee arrived at 6:20 p.m. Absent: Reuvers. Staff Present: Daryl Morey, Planning Director; David Olson, Community and Economic Development Director; Frank Dempsey, Associate Planner; Erin Seeman, Associate Planner; Allyn Kuennen, Associate Planner; Jay Rubash, Assistant City Engineer; Soren Mattick, Assistant City Attorney; and Penny Brevig, Recording Secretary. ITEM 3. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES: The May 3, 2005 Planning Commission meeting minutes were approved as presented. The May 3, 2005 Planning Commission work session notes were approved as presented. ITEM 4. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mr. Morey indicated the following items were distributed to the Planning Commission members and staff before tonight's meeting. 1. May 18, 2005 Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Committee meeting motions regarding the Double E Crossing final plat, the Hoppe Marketplace preliminary and final plat, and the Argonne Estates preliminary plat. He also indicated that he would like to discuss a time for the May 26, 2005 Planning Commission work session under Item 10, New Business. ITEM 5. CONSENT AGENDA 05.45 Motion by Blee, Second by Drotning to recommend to City Council approval of the May 19, 2005 Planning Commission Consent Agenda as follows: i Planning Commission Meeting May 19, 2005 Page 2 A. Approve the application of Velmeir Companies for the final plat of one commercial lot and two outlots to be known as Double E Crossing, located south of Dodd Boulevard (CSAH 9) and west of Cedar Avenue (CSAH 23). Ayes: Blee, Stolte, Swecker, Detjen, Grenz, Drotning. Nays: 0 ITEM 6. BP WOODSHOP HOLDINGS, LLC Chair Swecker opened the public hearing to consider the application of BP Woodshop Holdings, LLC for a conditional use permit to allow the development of an industrial lot with greater than 25 percent impervious surface area in the Shoreland Overlay District, located at 8347 - 213 Street. Assistant City Attorney Mattick attested that the legal notice had been duly published in accordance with State Statutes and City Code. Jack Matasosky from APPRO Development was representing the .applicant at tonight's meeting and was available to answer any questions that the Planning Commission or public may have. Mr. Matasosky presented an overview of the project. Associate Planner Frank Dempsey presented the planning report. Mr. Dempsey stated that BP Woodshop Holdings, LLC is a custom millwork company that has submitted an application for a conditional use permit to allow the construction of a new building on an undeveloped parcel in the I-1, Limited Industrial District, Shoreland Overlay District and Floodplain Overlay District. He indicated that a conditional use permit is required to allow an impervious surface area greater than 25% with a maximum allowable impervious surface area of 75%. Mr. Dempsey stated that BP Woodshop Holdings, LLC is currently located in the Cedar 70 Business Park in Lakeville. He indicated that they are proposing to construct a new manufacturing building in Airlake Industrial Park. The first phase will include a 25.7% impervious surface area and the second phase would result in a 38.9 % impervious surface area. Mr. Dempsey indicated that to protect the South Creek, seeding of graded areas will immediately follow completion of grading, stormwater retention and infiltration basins will be constructed, and wetland areas will be shaded. Planning Commission Meeting May 19, 2005 Page 3 Mr. Dempsey stated that the site and landscape plan proposes to plant 8 deciduous trees and one conifer tree on the site. Also, six shrubs will be planted in front of the building at the main entrance. He indicated that an outside water. spigot will be required to provide a water source for the landscaping since the landscaping will not be irrigated. A $10,000.00 landscape security must be submitted by the developer prior to the issuance of a building permit. Mr. Dempsey indicated that the BP Woodshop Holdings, LLC building will require 17 parking spaces with the first phase and 26 parking spaces with the completion of the second phase. He stated that the first phase proposes a deferment of 8 parking spaces. BP Woodshop Holdings, LLC currently has five employees with no additional employees anticipated at this time. Mr. Dempsey stated that the parking stalls, drive aisle dimensions and setbacks meet Zoning Ordinance requirements. Mr. Dempsey stated that the proposed first and second phase construction of the building will meet the setback requirements for a building in the I-1, Limited: Industrial District and Shoreland Overlay District. Mr. Dempsey stated that a drainage and utility easement and a trail easement will be dedicated on the north side of the property. The proposed easement covers the portion of the floodway and wetland not covered by the existing drainage and utility easement. He indicated that the trail easement will be for a possible future greenway corridor trail along South Creek and is consistent with the trail easements dedicated with the development of the properties to the west. Mr. Dempsey stated that should the Planning Commission recommend to the. City Council approval of the BP Woodshop Holdings, LLC conditional use permit, Planning Department staff recommends approval subject to the 9 stipulations listed in the May 13, 2005 planning report, and approval of the Findings of Fact dated May 19, 2005. Chair Swecker opened the hearing to the public for comment. There were no comments from the audience. 05.46 Motion by Drotning, Second by Detjen to close the public hearing at 6:07 p.m. Ayes:. Stolte, Swecker, Detjen, Grenz, Drotning, Blee. Nays: 0 Planning Commission Meeting May 19, 2005 Page 4 Commissioner Grenz asked if the construction of storm water ponding. is required for this development. Mr. Dempsey stated that ponding is required and has been shown on the plans. There was a discussion among the Planning Commission regarding the proposed parking deferment and what happens if the use changes. Mr. Dempsey stated that the parking deferment runs with the land and the new owner would be required to .comply with the requirements of the parking deferment. If the use changed and parking demand exceeded supply, the City would require the construction of the deferred parking spaces. Chair Swecker asked how many parking spaces would be constructed with the first phase. Mr. Dempsey stated that the developer would have to construct at least. half of the required number of parking spaces. The deferred parking would be green space area until the spaces were constructed at a future date. 05.47 Motion by Stolte, Second by Drotning to recommend to City Council approval of the BP Woodshop Holdings, LLC Conditional Use Permit to allow the development of an industrial lot with greater than 25 percent impervious surface area in the Shoreland Overlay District, located at 8347 - 213 Street, subject to the 9 stipulations listed in the May 13, 2005 planning report, and approval of the Findings of Fact dated May 19, 2005. Ayes: Stolte, Swecker, Detjen, Grenz, Drotning, Blee, Pattee. Nays: 0 ITEM 7. CLOVERLEAF COLD STORAGE Chair Swecker opened the public hearing to consider the application of Cloverleaf Cold Storage for a Conditional Use Permit Amendment to allow the construction of an expansion to an existing industrial building with greater than 50 percent of its exterior elevation finish with exposed metal wall panels, located at 21775 Cedar Avenue. Assistant City Attorney Mattick attested that the legal notice had been duly published in accordance with State Statutes and City Code. Daniel Kaplan, President of Cloverleaf Cold Storage and his engineer Jim Geusebroek were in attendance at tonight's meeting to answer any questions that the Planning Commission or public may have. Mr. Kaplan presented a brief .overview of the project. Planning Commission Meeting May 19, 2005 Page 5 Associate Planner Allyn Kuennen presented the planning report. Mr. Kuennen stated that in 2003 the Cloverleaf Cold Storage Company acquired the former Merillat facility at 21775 Cedar Avenue and submitted plans to the City showing two additions to the building. The first addition was to be completed immediately with the second addition being completed some time in the future. He indicated that the conditional use permit was approved for the first phase in 2003 with the exterior construction of the second phase to the cold storage area also being covered by this CUP if it was completed within one year from the approval of the conditional use permit. Mr. Kuennen indicated that in April, 2005, Cloverleaf Cold Storage submitted .plans for the second phase, which is consistent with the originally approved plans. However, it has been over a year since the original CUP was approved, so the second phase requires a conditional use permit amendment. Mr. Kuennen described the Cloverleaf Cold Storage second phase improvements which are described in detail in the May 12, 2005 planning report. Mr. Kuennen stated that the engineering. report on the original CUP identified that 23,606 square feet of storm water infiltration area be constructed with the second phase of construction. He indicated that the applicant must show on the plans where the remainder of the required infiltration area will be located. In addition, because of the impervious surface area created with the second phase, the. additional infiltration area locations and area calculations must be added to the plan set. Mr. Kuennen stated that the applicant has indicated that an infiltration area for the impervious surface area of the fire lane will be constructed along the east side of the second phase that was not indicated in the original CUP plans. Mr. Kuennen stated that except for the addition of the fire lane, the second phase is consistent with the plans submitted with the original CUP, including the continuation of the architectural metal siding. Mr. Kuennen stated that the parking spaces being removed with the second phase will be replaced on the west side. of the facility. 74 parking spaces will be striped within the existing paved area on the west side of the building to go along with the 29 existing parking stalls along the north side of the site adjacent to the. office area. Proof of parking is shown on the plans for an additiona180 parking stalls within the paved area. A parking deferment is required with the second phase. Mr. Kuennen stated that there are a total of 181 parking stalls required with the second phase building addition; a total of 185 parking stalls are shown on the site plan. Planning Commission Meeting May 19, 2005 Page 6 Mr. Kuennen stated that a row of pine and deciduous trees is located on the east side of the existing parking lot that is to be removed with the second phase.. He indicated that three of the pine trees will be relocated into the northeast corner of the property. Staff is working with the property owner to potentially save approximately 15 trees and relocate them to a City park or facility. He indicated that removal of the trees will not significantly reduce the existing landscape buffer and screening adjacent to Cedar Avenue. Mr. Kuennen stated that should the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council approval of the Cloverleaf Cold Storage conditional use permit amendment, Planning Department staff recommends approval subject to the 7 stipulations listed in the May 12, 2005 planning report, and approval of the Findings of Fact dated May 19, 2005. Chair Swecker opened the hearing to the public for comment. There were no comments from the audience. 05.48 Motion by Pattee, Second by Blee to close the public hearing at 6:30 p.m. Ayes: Swecker, Detjen, Grenz, Drotning, Blee, Pattee, Stolte. Nays: 0 Commissioner Grenz stated that he voted against the Cloverleaf Cold Storage CUP in 2003, but he likes how they have improved the property and will support the CUP amendment. Chair Swecker asked Mr. Kaplan if he will require additional employees with this expansion. Mr. Kaplan indicated that they may hire two to three more employees. D5.49 Motion by Detjen, Second by Pattee to recommend to City Council approval of the Cloverleaf Cold Storage Conditional Use Permit Amendment to allow the construction of an expansion to an existing industrial building with greater than 50 percent of its exterior elevation finish with exposed metal wall panels, located at 21775 Cedar Avenue, subject to the 7 stipulations listed in the May 12, 2005 planning report, and approval of the Findings of Fact dated May 19, 2005. Ayes: Detjen, Grenz, Drotning, Blee, Pattee, Stolte, Swecker. Nays: 0 i Planning Commission Meeting May 19, 2005 Page 7 ITEM S. HOPPE MARKETPLACE Chair Swecker opened the public hearing to consider the application of United Properties Investment, LLC and MSB Tires, LLC for: A. Preliminary and final plat of 2 commercial lots and 4 Outlots to be known as Hoppe Marketplace, located east of Kenwood Trail (CSAH 50) at Jubilee Way; B. Rezoning the property from C-3, General Commercial District to PUD, Planned Unit Development District; C. Development and Final Stage Planned Unit Development; D. Conditional Use Permit to allow adrive-thru convenience food use; E. Conditional Use Permit. to allow a minor automobile repair use; and F. Vacation of easements. Assistant City Attorney Mattick attested that the legal notice had been duly published in accordance with State Statutes and City Code. Commissioner Drotning stated that he will be abstaining from this item discussion and vote due to a potential conflict of interest. Bruce Carlson, Vice President Retail Development for United Properties, Dan Parks from Westwood Professional Services, Mike Buddy and Gene Hill, owners of the Apple Valley Culver's, Chris McGuire from McCon Construction and Jim Dimond • from Cardinal Development Corporation were in attendance at tonight's meeting to answer any questions that the Planning Commission or public may have. Mr. Carlson presented a brief overview of the project. He provided background on why this development will be called Hoppe Marketplace. He stated that it will be a separate entity from Argonne Village and will not be managed by United Properties. Associate Planner Erin Seeman presented the planning report. Ms. Seeman stated that the applicant is proposing to construct a Culver's restaurant with adrive-thru window and a Tires Plus with an Oil XPress on the subject property, which consists of Outlot C and portions of Lots 34 and 37 of the original Argonne. Farms plat. Ms. Seeman stated that the subject property is currently zoned C-3, General Commercial District. She indicated that the developer is requesting rezoning of the property to PUD, Planned Unit Development District consistent with the adjacent Argonne Village commercial PUD. Ms. Seeman stated that Hoppe Marketplace includes four outlots. Outlot B is planned for future development. Outlots A, C and D are for a stormwater treatment basin and wetland buffers. Planning Commission Meeting May 19, 2005 Page 8 • Ms. Seeman indicated that the Hoppe Marketplace preliminary and final plat abuts Kenwood Trail (CSAH 50). She stated that no new access is permitted. or proposed onto CSAH 50. Access to the plat is provided by an extension of the private loop road that runs through the Argonne Village development. Ms. Seeman stated that easements were platted and established on Outlot C and the metes and bounds parcel with the parent plat and with Lakeville Right-of-Way Map No. 4. The developer is proposing to vacate these underlying easements and rededicate new easements on the Hoppe Marketplace final plat. Ms. Seeman indicated that Hoppe Marketplace is adjacent to a large wetland complex, which will not be disturbed by the proposed development. Ms. Seeman stated that staff is recommending a cash contribution to satisfy the park dedication requirement for Hoppe Marketplace. There will be a series of sidewalks and crosswalks required along the west side of the Culver's parking area, through Outlot B, and on the west side of the Tires Plus and Oil XPress parking area. Also, a sidewalk connection is required in front of Outlot B to connect to the sidewalk along Kenwood Trail (CSAH 50). The Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Committee made their recommendation related to the park dedication requirements at their May 18, 2005 meeting, which have been distributed to the Planning Commission at tonight's meeting. Ms. Seeman stated that Lot 1, Block 1, and Lot 1, Block 2 meet the minimum lot area and lot width requirements of the underlying C-3 District. All buildings meet the minimum setback requirements. Ms. Seeman stated that the site plan identifies the total number of off-street parking .spaces for Tires Plus and for the Culver's property and they are incompliance with Zoning Ordinance requirements. There is a 13 stall surplus for Tires Plus and a one stall surplus for Culver's. Ms. Seeman described the proposed landscaping. The proposed landscape materials meet the Zoning Ordinance requirements for size and species listed in the Corridor and Gateway Design Guidelines and is consistent with the approved landscaping within the Argonne Village development. She stated that the landscaped areas of the property will be irrigated as identified on the landscape plan and in compliance with Zoning Ordinance requirements. Planning Commission Meeting May 19, 2005 Page 9 • Ms. Seeman explained that loading and delivery will take place at the front or rear door entrances of Culver's and Tires Plus and Oil XPress during off-peak hours of operation so it will not interfere with on-site circulation. Ms. Seeman stated that a comprehensive sign plan must be submitted for the site consistent with the comprehensive sign plan approved with the Argonne Village PUD. She indicated where the developer has identified the locations of the proposed freestanding monument signs for Culver's and for Tires Plus and Oil XPress. Ms. Seeman stated that the lighting and photometric plan indicates that the lighting plan will meet Zoning Ordinance requirements for foot-candle lighting intensity at the property line. Ms. Seeman stated that Tires Plus and Oil XPress will not have an outdoor trash enclosure. A trash enclosure is located at the northeast corner of the Culver's site and will be accessed by the drive-thru bypass lane. Ms. Seeman stated that the trash enclosure must be constructed of materials to match the building, along with a maintenance free front gate. Ms. Seeman summarized the performance standards for fast food restaurants and for minor automobile repair uses and the compliance of the Culver's and Tires Plus and Oil XPress uses against the standards. Ms. Seeman stated that should the Planning Commission recommend to City Council approval of the Hoppe Marketplace preliminary and final plat, rezoning, development and final stage planned unit development, conditional use permits, and easement vacation, Planning Department staff recommends approval subject to the 15 stipulations listed in the May 13, 2005 planning report, and approval. of the Findings of Facts dated May 19, 2005. Chair Swecker opened the hearing to the public for comment. There were no comments from the audience. 05.50 Motion by Detjen, Second by Pattee to close the public hearing at 6:50 p.m. Ayes: Grenz, Blee, Pattee, Stolte, Swecker, Detjen. Nays: 0 Abstain: Drotning Planning Commission Meeting May 19, 2005 Page 10 Commissioner Stolte questioned if the stacking in the drive-thru lane would present a problem for vehicles parked in the lot during busy times. Mr. Buddy, who owns the Apple Valley Culver's as well, responded to the question and explained that signage will be installed to direct traffic to the drive-thru lane away from the parking stalls located in the front of the building. He stated that the Lakeville Culver's will have more parking and a longer drive-thru aisle than the Apple Valley Culver's. The Planning Commission discussed the landscaping and headlight glare onto .CSAH 50 from the Tires Plus and Oil XPress parking area. Mr. Carlson indicated that they would install similar shrubbery as they did to screen the parking area at the M & I Bank in Argonne Village 2nd Addition to reduce the headlight glare. Commissioner Stolte asked about the possible future uses for Outlot B. Mr. Carlson indicated that they are working very hard to attract a sit down restaurant along CSAH 50 and an office use to the east. Commissioner Detjen asked if there would be outdoor seating for Culver's. Mr. Buddy indicated that they would like to have a water feature, flower garden, and • outdoor benches in front of the building. Chair Swecker asked about multi-tenant signage. Mr. Carlson indicated that .there will not be amulti-tenant sign. Any freestanding signage will be consistent with the Argonne Village signage, which includes a brick base. 05.51 Motion by Stolte, Second by Pattee to recommend to City Council approval of the Hoppe Marketplace preliminary and final plat of 2 commercial lots and 4 Outlots, located east of Kenwood Trail (CSAH 50) at Jubilee Way, rezoning of the property from C-3, General Commercial District to PUD, Planned Unit Development District, Development and final stage planned unit development, Conditional Use Permit to allow adrive-thru convenience food use, Conditional Use Permit to allow a minor automobile repair use, and vacation of easements, subject to the 15 stipulations listed in the May 13, 2005 planning report, and approval of the Findings of Facts dated May 19, 2005. Ayes: Blee, Pattee, Stolte, Swecker, Detjen, Grenz. Nays: 0 Abstain: Drotning Planning Commission Meeting May 19, 2005 Page 11 ITEM 9. ARGONNE ESTATES Chair Swecker opened the public hearing to consider the application of D. R. Horton for: 1. preliminary plat of 26 single family lots to be known as Argonne Estates, located north of 175 Street, east of Kenrick Avenue, west of Jonquil Avenue and south of Joplin Avenue and Jordan Court; 2. an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to change the land use from low-medium density residential and medium density residential to low-density residential; 3. rezoning from RM-1, Medium Density Residential District to RS-3, Single Family Residential District; and 4. vacation of road right-of-way and drainage and utility easements. Assistant City Attorney Mattick attested that the legal notice had been duly published in accordance with State Statutes and City Code. Robert Erickson and Jerry Slobodnik, representing D. R. Horton and Rick Thompson from Bohlen Engineering were in attendance at tonight's meeting to answer any questions that the Planning Commission or public may have. Mr. Erickson presented a brief overview of the project. He explained why D.R. Horton is requesting the zoning change. Associate Planner Frank Dempsey presented the planning report. Mr. Dempsey stated that the gross acreage of the subject property is 22.8 acres, which will include the redevelopment of Argonne Farms lots previously used for single-family residential uses. Mr. Dempsey stated that an existing street right-of-way and drainage and utility easement must be vacated as part of the preliminary plat. He .indicated that all utility companies with a potential interest in the easement and right-of-way vacation have been notified and there were no comments in opposition to the proposed right-of-way and easement vacation. Mr. Dempsey indicated that the subject property is currently zoned C-3, General Commercial District and RM-1, Medium Density Residential District. Mr. Dempsey stated that the rezoning shall. be subject to the recording of the Argonne Estates final plat. Mr. Dempsey stated that in conjunction with the proposed single family development and RS-3 District rezoning, staff recommends approval of a Comprehensive Plan amendment to re-guide the land use from Low/Medium Density Residential and Medium Density Residential to Low Density Residential. Planning Commission Meeting May 19, 2005 Page 12 • He indicated that the proposed single-family development will be compatible with the existing single-family residential neighborhoods to the north and east. Mr. Dempsey stated that a1126 single-family lots meet the minimum lot area and lot width requirements of the Zoning Ordinance for the RS-3 District. He also indicated that all 26 lots have adequate building pad areas and shall meet building setback requirements. Mr. Dempsey stated that there are 5 outlots in the Argonne Estates preliminary plat. He indicated that Outlots A, B, and C will be deeded to the City with the final plat. Outlots D and E will be for future commercial development and will be retained by the developer. Mr. Dempsey indicated that the Argonne Estates preliminary plat will be accessed with connections made to Joplin Avenue to the north and Kenrick Avenue to the west. He stated that the development of Argonne Estates includes the construction of three streets and one cul-de-sac street, which are described in detail in the May 13, 2005 planning report. Mr. Dempsey indicated that the tree preservation plan for the Argonne Estates preliminary plat shows a total of 917 significant trees within the plat boundaries. He indicated that the plan proposes to save a total of 224 trees (24%). Mr. Dempsey stated that Outlot E, which lies west of Lots 1-3, Block 1, is a commercial zoned property that will likely be developed in the future. for a commercial land use. He indicated that a staggered row of evergreen trees will be installed on the commercial outlot that will act as a buffer between the commercial lot and Outlot E. He stated that the landscaping is proposed to be installed when Outlot E develops. Mr. Dempsey indicated that the developer will pay for the installation of five-foot wide concrete sidewalks to be constructed on the north side of 173rd Street, the west side of Street A south of 173rd Street, and on the east side of Street B to the intersection with the east-west stub street. Mr. Dempsey stated that the developer has submitted a ghost plat that shows potential future street connections and how the adjacent properties to the south and east could re-develop. • Planning Commission Meeting May 19, 2005 Page 13 Mr. Dempsey stated that the developer hosted a neighborhood meeting for the proposed Argonne Estates development on March 15, 2005 at Christina Huddleston Elementary School. He indicated that 21 neighbors of the proposed development attended the meeting. Mr. Dempsey stated that should the Planning Commission recommend to City Council approval of the Argonne Estates preliminary plat, Comprehensive Plan Amendment, rezoning and easement vacation, .Planning Department staff recommends approval subject to the 11 stipulations listed in the May 13, 2005 planning report. Chair Swecker opened the hearing to the public for comment. Donna Lundquist, 10595175th Street West Ms. Lundquist asked where Street A will connect to 175 Street. Patricia and Joseph Kuka, 10598173rd Street West The Kuka's questioned the existing easement that runs along the south side of their property. They indicated that it is not a street easement, but rather a drainage and utility easement. They questioned how the developer could propose a street within a drainage and utility easement. 05.52 Motion by Pattee, Second by Blee to close the public hearing at 7:30 p.m. Ayes:. Blee, Pattee, Stolte, Swecker, Detjen, Grenz, Drotning. Nays: 0 Mr. Dempsey addressed Ms. Lundquist's question regarding Street A. He indicated that Street A will be stubbed to the south plat boundary. The ghost plat prepared by the developer shows the future extension of Street A to the south to intersect with 175 Street when the property to the south of Argonne Estates develops. Mr. Erickson addressed the. Kukas' concern regarding the easement. He indicated that D. R. Horton is working with the Kuka's to acquire the right-of-way necessary for the east-west stub street as well as the connection to Joplin Avenue. Commissioner Detjen indicated that this is only a preliminary plat and those details would have to be finalized prior to City Council consideration of the final plat. • Planning Commission Meeting May 19, 2005 Page 14 Commissioner Stolte asked about the future extension of the east-west stub street to intersect with Jonquil Avenue as shown on the ghost plat. He wanted to know if this is an access that the City requested. Mr. Morey stated that connection of neighborhoods is important to the City and staff requested the developer show how this connection could be made on the ghost plat. Commissioner Drotning reminded the Planning Commission and public of the history of this area. He indicated that the reduction of density that D. R. Horton is proposing will be very beneficial to this area and will help reduce the number of vehicle trips per day through this area. He also commended D. R. Horton for working with Mills Fleet Farm to achieve a possible future expansion of their business to the south. Chair Swecker wanted to be sure there would be considerable plantings along the east side of Outlot E to separate the commercial from the residential. Mr. Morey indicated that berming and landscaping will be installed on the east side of Outlot E to buffer. the commercial and residential uses at the time Outlot E develops. Mr. Erickson stated that D. R. Horton is in the process of selling land to .Mills Fleet Farm for future expansion consistent with the City's Ultimate Design for the I- 35/CSAH 50 Interchange Improvements. 05.53. Motion by Drotning, Second by Detjen to recommend to City Council approval of the Argonne Estates preliminary plat of 26 single family lots, located north of 175 Street, east of Kenrick Avenue, west of Jonquil Avenue and south of Joplin Avenue and Jordan Court, an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to change the land use from low-medium density residential and medium density residential to low- density residential, rezoning from RM-1, Medium Density Residential District to RS-3, Single Family Residential District, and vacation of road right-of-way and drainage and utility easements, subject to the 11 stipulations listed in the May 13, 2005 planning report. Ayes: Pattee, Stolte, Swecker, Detjen, Grenz, Drotning, Blee. Nays: 0 Mr. Erickson thanked City Staff for all their hard work on this project. Planning Commission Meeting May 19, 2005 Page 15 ITEM 10. NEW BUSINESS Mr. Morey stated that a work session has been scheduled for Thursday, May 26 to visit the Spirit of Brandtjen Farm barn restoration. There was a discussion regarding whether 4:30 or 5:00 would work better for Commission members. It was decided to meet on site at 5:00. Chair Swecker commented on the Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Committee Annual Spring Park Tour scheduled for June 1, 2005 and encouraged the Planning Commission members to attend. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:59 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Penny B v' ,Recording Secret ry ATTEST: Ke in Swecker, Chair i