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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-18-89 3 i CITY OF LAKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MAY 18, 1989 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Langhorst in the City Council Chambers. Roll call of members was taken. Present: Steigerwalt, Whittingham, Langhorst, Miller, Whitehouse. Absent: Walters, Sizer. Also present was Alan Brixius, City Planner, Roger Knutson, City Attorney, Bob Erickson, City Administrator, Jim Robinette, Community Development Director and Daryl Morey, Assistant Community Development Director. 89.106 Motion was made by Whittingham, seconded by Steigerwalt to approve the minutes of the May 4, 1989 Planning Commission meeting. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Steigerwalt, Whitt- ingham, Miller, Whitehouse. Abstain: Langhorst. The public hearing to consider the application of Brandt Engineering. and Surveying for the preliminary plat of 49 single family lots to be known as Raven Lake and a minor comprehensive plan amendment to bring the area into the 1990 Urban Service • Area was continued from the last meeting. Alan Brixius gave a review of the preliminary plat which outlined the design elements of the proposed plat as well as a comparison of lot size, width and densities between Raven Lake, Woodridge 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Additions, Oak Hills 2nd Addition and Oakridge Heights Addition. He recommended approval subject to the NAC report of April 24, 1989. Tom Crouch, developer of the project gave some background on his proposed plat. Terry Fear, 182nd Street, Woodridge 4th Addition, asked if the covenants for Raven Lake would be the same as those in Woodridge. Mr. Crouch answered that he could not guarantee that. Dale Lapee, Java Trail, asked why the developer doesn't make the lots on the southern part of the plat larger and charge more money. Mr. Crouch answered that you would not necessarily get more money and that a nice house can be put on the lots as .proposed. Susan Lapee, Java Trail, stated that she thought there was going to be continuity of development in the area around Woodridge and that the protective covenants would. be similar to those of Woodridge. 1 s PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MAY 18, 1989 Mr. Pie, Jasper Path, accused Mr. Crouch of misrepresenting the • net density of the lot size for the lots backing to Raven Lake. Donald Lancious, Java Trail, urged the Planning Commission to have a commitment to maintaining surrounding property values by mandating larger lot sizes in this case. He stated that the Planning Commission is required by law (the City Zoning .Ordinance) to act in this manner. He also stated that the concerns and input of the residents of Woodridge are being ignored. Bob Brantley, 182nd Street, felt that it was wrong for lots of this size to be platted adjacent to Woodridge. Tom Larson, Java Court, Fred Drexler, Java Court and Tom Maim,. Jamaica Court all voiced their concern and opposition to the proposed plat. Whitehouse stated he would like to see a reduction of one lot on the south side of the plat to bring the lot density down to a level equivalent to Woodridge 2nd and 3rd Additions directly abutting the proposed plat to the south. Miller expressed concern about the cul-de-sac servicing Outlot A. He stated he is in agreement with the May 11, 1989 NAC report to eliminate Lot 5, Block 4 to reduce the .density • adjacent to Woodridge. Whittingham feels her job as a Planning Commission member is to look out for what is best for the citizens of Lakeville. She expressed concern with the small lots sizes. Langhorst asked the developer if he considered putting the smaller lots on the north side. 89.107 Motion was made by Miller, seconded by Whitehouse to close the public hearing. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes:. Unanimous. The issue of protective covenants was discussed between the Commission members and City staff. 89.108 Motion was made by Miller, seconded by Steigerwalt to recommend approval contingent upon the elimination of Lot 5, Block 4 and the area be distributed over lots 1 through 4; the extension of the northern cul-de-sac to Outlot A, Woodridge 4th Addition; and upon the recommendations contained in the planning report dated 4/25/89 and the engineering report dated 5/11/89 and any comments of other City staff. • Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. 2 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MAY 18, 1989 The public hearing to consider the application of North Creek Company for a conditional use permit for a mobile home park and a minor comprehensive plan amendment to include the area in the 1990 Urban Service Area was continued from the last meeting. Jim Robinette stated that staff has made every attempt to work with the developer but since items from Phase I and II have not been completed, staff is recommending denial of this conditional use permit request. Alan Brixius gave a brief summary of his May 15, 1989 report. Bill Block, developer of North Creek, was present and spoke about items contained in the NAC planning report. He stated that he has completed all of the necessary items from the first two phases and that he will comply with all requirements for .Phase III. Mr. Robinette stated that when the developer completes the items remaining from the first two phases, he can come back for consideration of Phase III, but that staff does not recommend approval until these items are complete. Susan Erickson, resident of North Creek Mobile Home Park, asked about the lack of parks and playground equipment. Doug. Erickson and Betty Penn, residents of North Creek Mobile . Home Park, expressed their concerns regarding Phase III. Whittingham and Steigerwalt stated they are not in favor of approval of Phase III when items in Phase I and II are not complete and they agree with staff's recommendation. Whitehouse stated his concern over the location of the proposed storm shelter and feels there should be two storm shelters proposed. Miller concurred with the Park and .Recreation Committee recommendation of 4/29/89 for denial. He stated his concern over the location of the storm shelter as well. Langhorst stated he concurred with Whittingham and City staff. 89.109 Motion was made by Miller, seconded by Whittingham to close the public hearing. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. 89.110 Motion was made by Whittingham, seconded by Steigerwalt to recommend denial subject to the planning reports and findings of fact . Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. 3 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MAY 18, 1989 The public hearing to consider the application of Eldon Fossum • for a preliminary plat of 17 single family lots to be known as Marion Hills 2nd Addition and a minor comprehensive plan amendment to bring the area into the 1990 Urban Service Area was continued from the May 4, 1989 meeting. Alan Brixius gave a review of the preliminary plat as per the planning report dated 4/24/89 and recommended approval. Steigerwalt asked about bike paths. Miller questioned the number of lots with a building pad elevation of 1050 and water runoff . Langhorst questioned where the property line of the plat is in relation to the high school. Whitehouse questioned whether the comp plan amendment is for 1990, as indicated in the planning report, or 2010, as indicated in the engineering report. Staff stated 2000 is the correct figure. Motion was made by Whittingham, seconded by Steigerwalt to close the public hearing. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. . 89.111 Motion was made by Whitehouse, seconded by Miller to recommend approval subject to the planning report dated 4/24/89 and the engineering report dated 4/10/89 and any other comments of City staff . Roll. call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. The public hearing to consider the application of William D. Jackson for a rezoning from B-4 to P.U.D. was opened. Alan Brixius attested that all legal notices had been duly published and mailed. He gave an outline of this request as per his report dated 5/10/89 and recommended approval. The applicant was present at the meeting. Rose Watrie of Lakeville Heights asked what type of use will this property have when the interchange for County Road 46 is put in place and will the on/off ramps interfere with Mr. Jackson's property. Tom and Judy Nelson were concerned about another use similar to the "spaceship" (Golf Dome) developing on the site if Jackson Landscaping moves away. Whitehouse stated he has no problems with the request and feels • it is a win-win situation. 4 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MAY 18, 1989 Miller asked about the sign plan for the site. Steigerwalt asked if there are provisions necessary for the upgrading of County Road 46. 89.112 Motion was made by Miller, seconded by Whitehouse to close the public hearing. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. 89.113 Motion was made by Steigerwalt, seconded by Whittingham to recommend approval of the application of William D. Jackson for a rezoning from B-4 to P.U.D. subject to the planning report dated 5/10/89 with the addition of stipulation of ~~8 being "that all B-4 uses be allowed in this PUD" and #9 being "that all signs erected comply with the City Sign Ordinance." Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. The public hearing to consider the application of Paul E. Szurek for a variance for lot area was opened. The City Attorney attested that all legal notices had. been duly published and mailed. Daryl Morey gave a review outlining his report dated 5/12/89 stating the lot does not meet the 70% requirement from Section • 9.3 of the Zoning Ordinance. A similar variance was granted in 1987 for the lot immediately to the west. Claudia Riste, 12088 175th Street, questioned the location of the building on the lot and would like to see it more centered on the lot. Steigerwalt questioned the reason why the house is to be situated toward the west lot line and asked if the basement ele- vation is adequate for development. Whitehouse asked his builders to be sensitive to placement of trash on and along the 175th Street. He stated that grading should be such that drainage does not affect the neighbors. Langhorst pointed out that the Klotz variance in 1984 had been recommended for denial by the Planning Commission but the City Council approved it anyway. 89.114 Motion was made by Miller, seconded by Whitehouse to close the public hearing. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. 5 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MAY 18, 1989 89.115 Motion was made by Whittingham, seconded by Steigerwalt to • recommend approval of the application of Paul E. Szurek for a variance for lot area and adoption of the findings of fact subject to the planning report dated 5/12/89 with the addition of stipulation ~~2 being that "The applicant shall obtain any DNR permits, if required, prior to the issuance of a building permit" and any other comments of City staff. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. Alan Brixius gave a review of the final plat of Lake Marion Estates 3rd Addition outlining his report of 5/10/89 and recommended approval. Miller questioned stipulation number 3 in the planning report. 89.116 Motion was made by Whitehouse, seconded by Miller to recommend approval subject to the planning report dated 5/10/89 and the engineering report dated 5/12/89 and any other comments of City staff . Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. The public hearing to consider the application of James Development Company for the preliminary plat of 23 single family lots to be known as Kingsley Cove and a minor comprehensive plan amendment to include the area in the 1990 Urban Service Area was continued from the May 4, 1989 meeting. Alan Brixius gave an outline of the request based upon his report dated 4/24/89 and recommended approval. The developers, Jim Ostensen and John Prins, were present. Walt Sternberg questioned the outcome of the question of access to his property, siltation in the pond and the accuracy of the elevations by the surveyor. Steigerwalt stated she had a problem with the variance for the tennis court. Whitehouse stated he would agree with the recommendation for denial of the side yard setback variance. Whittingham stated she has a problem with both the tennis court and side yard variances. The developers stated they will attempt to screen and soften the effect of the fenced tennis court. Miller questioned the measuring point for determining the length of the cul-de-sac with the variance and the need for the side yard variance. 6 Y PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MAY 18, 1989 89.117 Motion was made by Steigerwalt, seconded by Whittingham to close . the public hearing. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. 89.L18 Motion was made by Miller, seconded by Whitehouse to recommend approval of the application of James Development Company for the preliminary plat of 23 single family lots to be known as Kingsley Cove and a minor comprehensive plan amendment to include the area in the 1990 Urban Service Area subject to the planners report dated 4/24/89 and the engineering report dated 4/25/89 and any other comments of City staff. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. The public hearing to consider the application of Wensmann Realty for the preliminary plat of 107 single family lots to be known as Royal Woods and a minor comprehensive plan amendment to include the area in the 1990 Urban Service Area was continued from the May 4, 1989 meeting. Alan Brixius gave a review based upon his report dated 4/24/89 and recommended approval. Boy Payette of Builders Development, representing Lake Marion Estates, stated they will tie into the proposed street to Royal • Woods. Caroline Euber of Sullivan Estates 1st Addition asked if 208th Street was being extended and are trees going to be removed. She was also concerned with the type of storm sewer and drainage to be implemented because they have water problems now. She asked if there were springs in the area and what happens if the builders run into springs. Whitehouse stated he felt the pond should be fenced as it could be a problem for small children. He also requested that no burning of cleared trees be listed as a recommendation. Whittingham asked the developers to look at the drainage problem very carefully because there currently is standing water problems in the area and suggested they look at the installation of drain tile. Langhorst questioned the phasing. 89.119 Motion was made by Whitehouse, seconded by Miller to close the public hearing. Roll call was taken on the. motion. Ayes: Unanimous. • 7 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MAY 18, 1989 89.120 Motion was made by Whitehouse, seconded by Miller to recommend approval of the application of Wensmann Realty for the prelimi- nary plat of 107 single family lots to be known as Royal Woods and a minor comprehensive plan amendment to include the area in the 1990 Urban Service Area subject to the planning report dated 4/24/89 with the addition of recommendation ~~7 "no burning of cleared trees" and the engineering report dated 4/14/89 and any. other comments of City staff. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. The public hearing to consider the application of Highview Associates, Inc. far the preliminary plat of 69 single family lots to be known as Cherry Ridge Estates and a minor comprehen- sive plan amendment to include the area in the 1990 Urban Service Area was continued from the May 4, 1989 meeting. Alan Brixius gave an outline of his report on this subject dated 4/24/89 and recommended approval. The developer, Neil Lewis, was present at the meeting. Miller recommended an alternate street configuration as shown in Exhibit E of the planning report. Whittingham asked how the developer felt about the alternative street configuration. Steigerwalt asked what the slope would be for the alternative street configuration. Whitehouse wants the developer to pay close attention to tiling as per the engineering and DCSWCD reports in order to reduce the effect on residents of the Woodbury Addition. 89.121 Motion was made by Steigerwalt., seconded by Whitehouse to close the public hearing. Ayes: .Unanimous. 89.122 Motion was made by Steigerwalt, seconded by Whittingham to recommend approval of the application of Highview Associates, Inc. for the preliminary plat of 69 single family lots to be known as Cherry Ridge Estates and a minor comprehensive plan amendment to include the area in the 1990 Urban Service Area subject to the planning report dated 4/24/89 and the engineering report dated 4/17/89 and any other comments of City staff. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. The public hearing to consider the application of Render Development, Inc. for a preliminary plat of 72 single family lots to be known as Kenwood Oaks and a variance for building setback from Lee Lake was opened. The City Attorney attested that all legal notices had been duly published and mailed. 8 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MAY 18, 1989 Alan Brixius gave an outline of his report dated 5/10/89 and recommended approval of both the preliminary plat and the variance. The developer, Jim Render, was present. Rose Watrie asked what the impact of this development on County Road 5 will be. July Nelson who lives on Lee Lake asked what is being done regrading common/public assess on Lee Lake. John Nelson asked about truck traffic access to the site. Dennis Chick who also lives on Lee Lake asked what the level of Lee Lake will be determined to be with regard to outletting water from the lake. Ralph Schultz, Kenwood Trail, questioned building pad elevations for a couple of lots. Whittingham asked the developer to pay close attention to the .water in the area. Miller expressed concern with the variance for building setback. Alan Brixius stated he felt there is an undue hardship unique to . the site which would justify the variance. 89.123 Motion was made by Miller, seconded by Steigerwalt to close the public hearing. Roll call was taken on the motion.. Ayes: Unanimous. 89.124 Motion was made by Miller, seconded by Whittingham to recommend approval of the application of Render Development, Inc. for a preliminry plat of 72 single family lots to be known as Kenwood Oaks and a variance for building setback from Lee Lake subject to the planning report dated 5/10/89 and the engineering report dated 5/12/89 and any other comments by City Staff. Ayes: Unanimous. Alan Brixius gave an outline of the Lakeway Park PUD final plat as per his report dated 5/10/89 and recommended approval of this request. The developer, Byron Watschke was present at the meeting. Whitehouse asked about apartment location in the plat. • 9 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MAY 18, 1989 89.125 Motion was made by Miller, seconded by Whittingham to recommend approval of the final plat of Lakeway Park subject to the planning report dated 5/10/89, the engineering report dated 5/12/89 and any other comments by City staff. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes: Unanimous. Under other business, Bob Erickson, City Administrator, gave a brief overview of the most recent meeting with the G1enEagles developers. 89.126 Motion was made by Miller, seconded by Whittingham to adjourn the meeting. Voice vote was taken on the motion. Time: 11:50 p.m. Resp ctfully submitted: Daryl Mo y, Acting Rec r ing Secretary Attest: Ter ence Langhorst, Ch rman 10