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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-06-89 4 CITY OF LAKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES APRIL 6, 1989 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Langhorst at 7:00 p.m. in the Airlake Council Chambers. Roll call of members was taken. Present: Whitehouse, Walters, Miller, Langhorst, Sizer, Whittingham, Steigerwalt. Also present was Roger Knutson, City Attorney, Alan Brixius, Consultant Planner, Jim Robinette, Community Development Director, Daryl Morey, Assistant Community Development Director and Mira Holliday, Recording Secretary. 89.67 Motion was made by Miller, seconded by Sizer to approve the minutes of the March 16, 1.989 Planning Commission minutes. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous.. Per the request of staff, items 12, 13 and 14 moved ahead on the agenda. Mr. Walt Hartman gave a presentation on the Tax Increment Financing Districts No. 8, No. 10 and No. 11. Alan Brixius gave a brief explanation, referring to his reports of 4/3/89. He stated the Planning Commission's responsibility was to determine if the three districts were consistent with the City's comprehensive plan. A discussion was held among Commission members. 89.68 Motion was made by Miller, seconded by Steigerwalt to recommend approval of Tax Increment Financing Districts No. 8, No. 10 and No. 11 .subject to the Planner's report of 4/3/89 and any other comment by staff. Roll call was taken on .the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. The public hearing to consider the application of Trinity Evangelical Church for a conditional use permit for a building expansion was opened. The City Attorney attested that all legal notices had been duly published and mailed. Daryl Morey gave a review of the request and stated that staff had been working closely with the applicant on grading and drainage concerns. He discussed the various zonings of the area, the need for an on-site drainfield, parking issues and the capacity of the building. He referred to reports of the City Engineer dated 3/31/89 and the Building Official dated 4/5/89. He recommended approval of the request subject to the following conditions: 1. The proposed parking area be set back at least 55 feet and the proposed landscaping be set back at Lest 50 feet from the existing centerline of kenwood Trail (County Road 5). 2. Trash enclosure, if located outside, be screened in compliance with Section 11.14 of the Zoning Ordinance. s` PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES APRIL 6, 1989 3. The recommendations of the City Engineer. in his memo dated 3/31/89. 4. The recommendations of the Building Official in his memo dated 4/5/89. Mr. Paul Youngquest, architect for the project along with Jim Gronwell, a member of the church and Don Rickstad, Pastor, was present and indicated they had no problems with the staff. recommendations. Jim Robinette stated that approval should be granted with the condition that no building permit be issued until the City is assured the septic system will be adequate. The applicants agreed. Discussion was held among the Commission which included: - holding ponds - access to the site - turn lanes off of Cy. Rd. 5 - issuance of a building permit after approval of septic system -.potential flooding - loading area - use of the YMCA parking lot • 89.69 Motion was made by Sizer, seconded by Whittingham to close the public hearing. Roll call was taken on the motion. .Ayes: Unanimous. 89.70 Motion was made by Whitehouse, seconded by Walters to recommend approval of the application of Trinity Evangelical Church for a conditional use permit for a building expansion subject to the reports of the Assistant Community Development Director, as amended, dated February 24, 1989, City Engineer, dated 3/31/89, Building Inspector, dated 4/5/89 and a review with the County concerning the issue of turnlanes on Kenwood Trail. .Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. The public hearing to consider the application of Hotec/Sign Division for a variance to allow for the height of a freestanding sign from 50 feet to 70 feet in a B-4 zoning district was opened. The City Attorney attested that all legal notices had been duly published and mailed. Daryl Morey gave a review of the variance request and stated that a policy decision would have to made by the City in that a precedent could possibly be set. Mr. Mike Bondi, Sales Manager for Hotec/Sign was present and discussed the need for the 70 foot sign, stating it could be detrimental to the • survival of the business. He told of on-site studies that had been made concerning visibility of the present 50 foot sign and 2 .PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES APRIL 6, 1989 the advantages of the 70 foot sign. He stated that the nearby McStop sign was 70 feet in height. He also stated that the Super 8 sign could possibly draw more business into the community, as that logo is nationally known. Mr. Jeff Jackson, manager of the Lakeville Inn was .present and agreed with Mr. Bondi. Mr. Steve Grohoski, a neighboring property owner was present and stated reasons why the setback requirements should match the height of the sign. The Commission and staff held a discussion which included: - possibility of billboards - highway identification signs naming the business - McStop sign - possibility of setting a precedent The City attorney stated that conditions could be put into the variance which would define the uniqueness of the situation, so as not to create a precedent. Langhorst stated he felt a precedent had already been set with the McStop sign regardless of the procedure that was conducted. 89.71 Motion was made by Miller, seconded by Sizer to close the public hearing. • Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. 89.72 Motion was made by Sizer, seconded by Whittingham to direct staff to prepare a findings of fact recommending approval in regard to the application of Hotec/Sign Division for a variance to allow for the height of a freestanding sign from 50 feet to 70 feet in a B-4 zoning district. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Whitehouse, Walters, Langhorst, Sizer, Whittingham, Steigerwalt. Nay: Miller Miller voted nay because he favors a text .amendment. The public hearings to consider the applications of William C. Rademacher & Associates for a one lot plat, and a planned unit development - conditional use permit to allow building of a commercial building across a lot line was opened. The City Attorney attested that all legal notices had been duly published and mailed for both hearings. Alan Brixius gave a review of the proposals. and .explained the background of the situation. He recommended approval of the preliminary and final plat. He also recommended approval of the PUD-CUP contingent on the items listed in his report of March 2, 1989, deleting the item relating. to parking. 3 r, PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES APRIL 6, 1989 Mr. Gordon Jenson, attorney representing the applicant stated he was in ag.~eement with the staff report. Whitehouse called attention to an error in the findings of fact. On the last page, it should read conditional use permit instead of rezoning. 89.73 Motion was made by Sizer, seconded by Walters to close the public hearing. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous.. 89.74 Motion was made by Whittingham, seconded by Sizer to recommend approval of the applications of William C. Rademacher for preliminary and final plat and a planned unit development -conditional use permit to allow building of a commercial building across a lot line subject to-the Planners report of 4/3/89, deleting recommendation 4~3, the Engineer's report of 3/29/89 and the findings of fact as amended. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. The public hearing to consider the application of the City of Lakeville for an amendment to Ordinance 167, the Zoning Ordi- Hance, concerning standards for off street parking was opened. The City Attorney attested that all legal notices had been duly published and mailed. Alan Brixius gave a review of the proposed • amendment. The Commission held a brief discussion. There was no public comment. 89.75 Motion was made by Sizer, seconded by Walters to close the public hearing. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. 89.76 Motion was made by Steigerwalt, seconded by Whittingham to recommend approval of the application of the City of Lakeville for an amendment to ordinance 167, .the Zoning Ordinance, concern- ing standards for off street parking subject to the staff report of 3/31/89. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. The public hearing to consider the application of the City of Lakeville for an amendment to Ordinance No. 167, the Zoning Ordinance concerning standards in the R-MH District was continued from a previous meeting. Daryl Morey reviewed the revised ordinance and recommended approval. Beth Horsman was present and stated she was in favor of the amendment and thanked the Commission and staff for their concern. She asked about material that could possibly be given to mobile home residents stating their rights. The Commission. referred her to Jim Robinette. 4 , PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES APRIL 6, 1989 Whitehouse requested that fire hydrants and mailboxes be specifically listed in the ordinance. 89.77 Motion was made by Sizer, seconded by Miller to close the public hearing. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. 89.78 Motion was made by Whittingham, seconded by Walters to recommend approval of the application of the City of Lakeville for an amendment to Ordinance No. 167, the Zoning Ordinance concerning standards in the R-MH District as amended subject to the staff report of 3/31/89. The public hearing to consider the application of the City of Lakeville for an ordinance amending Title 7, Chapter 4 of the City Code pertaining to excavations and mining was continued from a previous meeting. Roger Knutson stated that this ordinance would prevent any new mines in the City and would put restrictions on the present mines. Daryl Morey stated that the Natural Resources Committee and discussed this matter at length and had made .several recommendations. A copy of the NRC minutes were distributed. 89.79 Motion was made by Miller, seconded by Whitehouse to continue the • public hearing, directing staff to include the recommendations of the Natural Resources Committee in the proposed ordinance. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. 89.80 Motion was made by Sizer, seconded by Miller to approve the findings of fact in reference to the application of Lakeville Center Associates and M-H Properties for a rezoning. Roll call was taken on the motion.. Ayes: Unanimous. Whitehouse stated that he was sure everyone had read the paper concerning his position with the Commission and offered an apology to to anyone whom he might have offended. 89.81 Motion was made by Sizer, seconded by Miller to adjourn the meeting. Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. Time: 10:00 p.m. • 5 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES APRIL 6, 1989 . Respectfully submitted: e ~ ~Z~~ Mira Holliday, Recor ing Secreta~y ATTEST: 7 Terrence Langhorst, Ch rman • 6 r. ~ d~~`4 t'' ~~G RESOLUTION OF THE LAKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION FINDING THE PROPOSAL. FOR DESIGNATION OF A REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT, ESTABLISHMENT OF TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DLSTRICT NO. 11 (MEADOWS NORTH) LOCATED WITHIN THE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AND PROPOSAL FOR APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN AND TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN RELATING .THERETO TO BE :CONSISTENT WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OF THE CITY. WHEREAS, the Housing and Redvelopment Authority in and for the City of Lakeville (the "Authority") has {a) proposed designation of a Redevelopment Project (the "Project"); (b) proposed establishment of Tax Increment Financing District No. 11 {the "Tax Increment District") located within the Project, all _ located within the jurisdictional limits of the City of Lakeville, Minnesota (the "City"); and (c) proposed the creation of a Redevelopment Plan (the "Redevelopment Plan") and Tax Increment Financing. Plan (the "Financing Plan") relating thereto, pursuant to Minnesota .Statutes, Sections 469..001 to 469.047, inclusive, and Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.174 to 469.179, inclusive; and .WHEREAS, the Redevelopment .Plan and Financing .Plan. have been submitted to the Lakeville Planning Commission .pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.027 and Minnesota Statutes, Section 489.175, Subd. 3 3 ;and 6VHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the proposed Redevelopment Plan and Financing Plan to determine the consistency of the Plans to the Comprehensive Plan of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT .RESOLVED by the Lakeville Planning Commission -that the Redevelopment Plan and Financing Plan are- consistent with the Lakeville Comprehensive Plan and the Commission recommends approval of the Plans to the Lakeville City Council. Adopted April 6, 1989. C airman ATTEST': 4 RESOLUTION OF THE LAKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION FINDING THE PROPOSAL FOR MODIFICATION NO. 1 OF THE SOU'PHFORR_ I HOUSING DEVELOPMENT PROJECT,. ~y, PLAN,. I~~"~~ R REDUCTION PROGRAM A HOUSING TAX INCREM~„NT DISTRICT NOS 8, A D A~P80V~£'L~`~~~DO4PTION OF TI~E~YMODIFIED HOUS[NG DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND .TAX INCREMENT :FINANCING. PLAN RELATING THERETO TO BE CONSISTENT WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OF THE CITY. WHEREAS, the Housing and Redvelopment Authority in and for the City o€ Lakeville (the "Authority") .has (a) proposed to .modify the Southfork I Housing. Development Project Plan, Interest Rate. Reduction Program and Housing Tax Increment District No. 8. .The Authority also proposes to adopt the plans and modifications to the tax .increment financing district plan and programs relating thereto, pursuant to and in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.001 to 469.047, and Minnesota Statutes, .Sections .469.174 to 469.179, inclusive, as amended; and WHEREAS,. the Modified Housing Redevelopment Plan and Financing Plan have been submitted to the Lakeville Planning Commission pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.027 and Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.175, Subd. 3(3); and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the proposed Plans to determine the consistency of the Plans to the Comprehensive Plan of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Lakeville Planning Commission that the Plans are consistent with the Lakeville Comprehensive Plan and .the. Commission recommends .approval of the Plans. to the Lakeville City Council. Adopted April 6, 1989. hairman ATTEST: R cam. • l ~1 RESOLUTION OF THE LAKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION FINDING THE PROPOSAL FOIL MODIFICATION OF REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. 1, ESTABLISHMENT OF TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DLSTRICT NO. 10 (FAIRFIELD BUSINESS PARK) LOCATED WITHIN THE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. I AND PROPOSAL FOR APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN AND TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN RELATING THERETO TO BE :CONSISTENT WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OF THE CITY. WHEREAS, the Housing and Redveeopment Authority in and for the City of Lakeville (the "Authority"} has (a) proposed modification of Redevelopment Project No. 1 (the "Project"); (b} proposed establishment of Tax :Increment Financing District No. 10 (the "Tax Increment District") located within the Project, all located within the jurisdictional Iimits of the City. of Lakeville, Minnesota (the "City"); and (c) proposed .the modification of a Redevelopment Plan (the "Redevelopment Plan") and Tax Increment Financing Plan (the "Financing Pian") relating .thereto, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.001 to 469.047, inclusive, and Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.174 to 469.179, inclusive;. and WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Plan and Financing ^lan have been submitted to the Lakeville Planning Commission pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.027 and Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.175, Subd. 3 3 ;and • WHEREAS, the. Planning Commission has. reviewed the proposed Redevelopment .Plan and Financing Plan to determine. the consistency of the Plans to the Comprehensive Plan of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Lakeville Planning Commission that: the Redevelopment Plan and .Financing Plan are consistent with the Lakeville Comprehensive Plan and the Commission recommends approval of the Plans to the Lakeville City Council. Adopted April 6, 1989. ~rti~-~.' Chairman ATTEST: ~~r~ _ / . S-l