HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/03/1997CITY OF APPLE VALLEY
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
December 3,1997
1. CALL TO ORDER
The City of Apple Valley Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Edgeton
at 7:00 p.m..
Members Present: Karen Edgeton, Marcia Gowling, Lou Clark ,Diane Nagler, Jce
McNamara, Frank Blundetto, Paul Oberg.
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Rick Kelley, Tom Lovelace, Nelda Werkmeister, City Attorney Mike
Dougherty, Engineering Consultant Keith Gordon, Traffic Consultant Glen Van Wormer.
Others Present: See sign-in sheet.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Chair Edgeton asked Staff and the Commission members if they were any changes or additions
to the proposed agenda. Community Development Director Rick Kelley asked that an item 3.5 be added,
"Introduction of Code Enforcement Officer".
MOTION: Clark moved, seconded by Blundetto, to approve the agenda as amended. The
motion carried 7 - 0.
3. APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER 19, 1997 MINUTES
Chair Edgeton asked Staff and the Commissioners if they had any changes to the draft minutes
submitted in the packet.
MOTION: Clark moved, seconded by Blundetto, to approve the minutes as submitted. The
motion carried 6-0 (1 abstention-McNamara).
3.5 INTRODUCTION OF CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Kelley stated the City Council authorized transfer of the fire inspector to became afull-time
code enforcement person. Mike Hammerstad will provide emphasis on the downtown in conjunction
with the community policing officer. Edgeton welcomed Hammerstad.
In follow-up to discussion at the meeting of November 19, Blundetto stated that Coast to Coast
does indeed bring all equipment inside the budding at niglrt.
4. CONSENT ITEMS
A. Rear Yard Setback Variance for House Addition at 13660 Gurney Path
MOTION: Clark moved, seconded by Blundetto, to approve the setback variance as
requested. The motion carved 7-0.
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5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Sales
A. Cenex Petroleum Conditional Use Permit for Outdoor Propane Tank, Display and
Edgeton opened the public hearing with the standazd remarks.
Tom Lovelace introduced the item, then deferred to the petitioner. Doug Klotthor, general
manager of Cenex Petroleum, stated that Cenex and city staff prefer Site 1. Cenex agrees to comply
with all of staffs recommendations.
McNamara asked about the height ofthe tank and whether the 4 foot requirement for pedeslriau
access was applicable. Klotthor said the height of the tank was approximately 4 feet, and Lovelace
confinued the 4 foot pedestrian access was required.
Mark Ceminsky of 14625 Hallmark Drive asked if we as a city are going to pile stuff in front of
store fronts. He also expressed concern over the location ofthe proposed propane tank in proximity to a
power transfer station.
Lovelace responded that the fire rnarslrall's review found the tank location to be adequate, and
that PD No. 254 allows outdoor display of merchandise as a conditional use.
Kevin Sexton, manager of Farmers Union Coop, said there is a specific fire code for propane,
and that the Cenex proposal exceeds the fire tale requirements.
Oberg expressed concern that a relatively mhior accident could result in a vehicle hitting the
tank.
Sexton stated barriers aze required so that vehicles won't be able to strike the tank.
The public heazing was closed at 7:15 p.m. with the standazd remarks.
6. LAND USE/ACTION ITEMS
A. Wal-Mart's First Addition
Kelley irtroduced the item and pointed out some of the changes from the initial proposal: 2
auxiliary lots instead of 3; raised height of berm on the west side; increased landscaping, including two
alternating rows of 8-foot evergreens and scotch pines. He pointed out that the azea in the southwest
comer of the pazcel is large enough to be subdivided in the fixture.
Glen Van Wormer, traffic consultant for the city, displayed traffic count projections based on a
worst case scenario which assumed an addition to the proposed 129,723 s.f. store. Trips per day
projected equated 10-10,500. The main concern as far as traffic generation occurs during the PM peak
hour, or 760 trips. Traffic courrts shown included those applicable to the current proposal, and a
comparison to the original proposal which included an addifiona175,000 s.f. Pass-by traffic makes up
25-30% of total. The greatest impact projected is at CR 42 and Pennock, where 3300 vehicles more per
day could pass. A traffic signal had been planned for Pennock and 147th Street when development ofthe
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proposed pazcel occurs. Van Wormer stated there should be ample capacity to handle the additional
traffic The intersections control the capacity more than the width of the streets in this situation.
Kelley addressed the public hearing concerns included in the staff report. In regard to the
variance for the TLE (tire/lube%xpress), Kelley stated the petitioner can request equitable treatment
which may be deemed a hazdship. Kelley also showed an overhead demonstrating how the health, safety
and welfare of the citizenry is embodied in the standards of each local regulation: subdivision,
conditional use permit, site plan, and variance.
Ray Frankenberg, site development engineer for Wal-Mart, introduced himself and his
supervisor Mr. Ghadimkhani. Frankenberg showed samples of the building materials and the location of
each material within the building and screening design. He pointed out the screeiriug wall on the north
side varies in height to break up the largeness of the building. The landscaping plan includes 710 shmbs,
in addition to trees and grass. He said the roadway was evaluated and designed for a use such as Wal-
Mart. Sidewalk locations were shown. Frankenberg said Wa1-Mart would prefer not to put sidewalks
through the pazking lot because of the difficulties both with snow removal and drivers being able to see it
if covered with snow, but he is willing to work with staff on that. He closed saying this a good
wmmercial location and they request approval so that building can begin in eazly spring for an October
1998 opening.
Gowling left the meeting at approximately 8:00 p.m.
Edgeton directed the Couunissioners to limit their questions to the category of discussion at the
time.
Traffic and Road Issues.
Blundetto asked where delivery of TLE supplies would betaken. Ghadimkhani said occasional
deliveries are received at the TLE and others at the regulaz docks on the north side of the building. To
Van Wormer he asked if tracks and tractor trailers were taken into account in detem~irring trip numbers.
Van Wormer said yes, formulas reveal 3-4% average of commercial trucks. Ghadirnkhani said track
deliveries average 2 per day, with peaks of 20 trucks per week. Van Wormer also clarified garbage
trucks would come in on 147th from Pennock. When asked if there was any provision for bicycles,
Frankenberg said there were no bike racks shown on the plan, but they can put them in front of the store.
McNamara. said he thought Van Wormer was looking for projected capacities. The Level of
Service Analysis (LOSA) addresses existing volume. Van Wormer said that would require a
comprehensive transportation plan for the city. He can look at what piece of the pie is built on and what
is left. McNamara expressed concern about increasing traffic on Pennock Avenue, where there is not a
lot of relief in a short distance. Van Wormer pointed out the right-in/right-out only locations and signal
recommendations to provide that relief, and that Pennock serves as a collector street only in the general
business district azea.
Nagler stated the Ring Route's purpose is to facilitate traffic in and out. The goal is to connect
streets and neighborhoods whenever possible. She said we should be looking at desired capacities to
assess the long-term effects. She expressed concern of masing out the road capacity. In reference to the
PD, 4A, which restricts access, she asked what is considered private access. Kelley clarified that access
will line up with existing intersections onto roads having a rightof--way (ROW) width of 80 feet or
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greater. Pennock's is 80 feet; 147th Street's is 64 feet. Nagler said the CR 42 corridor study might
change the 147th Street intersection. Kelley referred to the letter in the packet from Charles Siggemd,
division engineer for Mn/DOT Metro Division. Nagler asked if track access to the residential azea on
147th could be limited. Van Wormer responded a left turn restriction island was possible, but that
would result in trucks having to make a right fora from 147th Street, which would not be a solution to
limiting traffic on 147th Street.
Oberg said he echoed what McNamara and Nagler said. Traffic studies should take into
account future development, beyond a single development.
Edgeton asked Van Wormer to explain his comment that if it were Gakixie (vs. Pennock), it
would be a different story. Van Wormer explained that Pennock basically stops at Whitney on the south
and 140th on the north, whereas Galaxie connects with other cities as a through street, so traffic in those
cities would haue an impact on Apple Valley. Edgeton asked if there were any figures on what traffic a
Galleria would generate vs. Wal-Mart. Van Wormer said no, you have to know the composition of
stores to come up with a comparison. Tn regazd to trips per day road capacity, Edgeton queried if we are
at or approaching our limits. Van Wormer stated a 2-lane roadway can accommodate 8000 vehicles per
day, whereas a 4-lane can carry 16-20,000 per day. In fiuther response to Edgeton, he said the signal
cycle lengths can be adjusted to minimizr. delays of left toms onto CR 42 from Pennock. There will be
occasional instances where a person wilt have to wait fora 2nd signal to get through the intersection, as
is currerrtly the case at other intersections.
Edgeton queried how common it was to do a comprehensive traffic study for a city, and whether
one was done at the time these roads were put in. Kelley commented that an evaluation of the downtown
commercial azea was done in conjunction with the design of the roads in 1990. When Edgeton asked
what°s changed, Kelley stated that development anticipated is now occurring. In response to the concern
about gazbage trucks for the Carrolton Estates townhomes backing onto the site, Van Wormer responded
that the situation should not be much different than what the tracks are facing today.
service and Nagler stated that, according to the Downtown Design Guidelines, the northwest quadrant was
specialty retail be mostly fast foods"That's a change." The size ofthe Wal-Mart could be different than the size
(see minutes development anticipated at the time of zoning the pazcel. Kelley stated that the minirnum building size
o f 12 / 17 / 97) for this Planned Development was established as 50,000 s f.
In answer to additional questions by McNamara., Van Wormer specified that specific trip
generation data for other stores was used in addition to the discount store data from ffE (Imernational
Traffic Engineers). Ghadimkhani stated that Wal-Mart Stores cooperated extensively with TI'E.
Additional questions were posed by the Commissioners. Van Wormer answered that the left-
tum concrete barrier on 149 1/2 Street would be raised orpie-shaped. Blundetto stated he thought the
track traffic was being trivialized. Van Wormer said that track traffic is a small percentage overall; one
truck is equal to about 8 cars. His worst case scenario numbers already included the assumption that the
Wal-Mart store would be expanded in size. Ghariimkhani said his estimate of 2 trailers per day was
based on Wal-Mart tracks and did not include other vendors like pop and chips.
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Site Plan Details
Clark said he didn't feel this was the best site and wanted to know why Fisher Mazketpkuz was
not considered. GhadirrrkLani said someone else in the company is responsible for selecting sites based
on demographics and other criteria. IIe stated they believed Wal-Mart would be a positive force in the
epmm„nity and gave examples of that. In response to additional questions by Clark, Frankenberg said
the middle section between Lots 2 and 3 would be seeded and used as a snow stacking area for now. It is
typical for Wal-Mart's to keep a sight comdor. Kelley verified that Wal-Mart could expand in the future
without a public hearing, unless an additional subdivision or conditional use pemut was requested.
Nagler expressed concern for safety, particularly in allowing parking along the aisle on the east
side, and the proximity of the outdoor display azeas to traffic and parlang. She also noted that the actual
number of parking spaces at the Eagazr store was not provided in the packets. Finally she asked if the
landscaping confnrrns with the criteria of the PD, and why there wasn4 bemung along CR 42 as
required. Kelley said that trees were previously installed as part of the Ring Route. The County no
longer wants berms along the county roads. Kelley also noted a similar circulation pattern exists at Cub
in that you have to turn left or right with an island upon entering from 153rd Street.
McNamara disagreed with Kelley's comparison of the T-handle and asked how long a distance a
vehicle has in deciding to turn left or right. Kelley said about 200 feet. Frankenberg wnfinned that the
landscaping is irrigated.
Discussion ensued as to the requirements of a preliminary plat, and whether possible expansions
should be included. Dougherty stated the layout of the lots is required, but not the buildings. Kelley
stated the plan meets the current criteria, and that this Planned Development has its own building
material standazds.
Blundetto suggested a different spot be used for snow. Frankenberg concurred that the green
area on the west side would be a better choice.
Fdgeton asked Van Wormer if he had a problem with the parking lot entrance. Van Wormer
said it was their suggestion to aIlow customers to turn right or left upon entering. It reduces a lot of
conflict. He also said there could be a raised island next to the gazden center.
Edgeton also asked if it would be a problem to add a row of pazking on the west side and
eliminate the safety problems on the east side. Nagler expressed concern that parking spaces are
eluninated during season sales. Frankenberg said no pazking spaces are eliminated during peak periods.
Kelley noted that Bachmann does not meet the old county berm requirement, and that Ring
Route amenities would not be added along CR 42, but that there is an existing sidewallc.
A recess was called at 9:35 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 9:45 p.m.
1n response to various landscape concerns, Frankenberg said they are using 3-inch caliper
deciduous trees versus the typical 1 1/2-2 inch caliper. Landscaping materials aze guaranteed for 2
years, and there is a 1-yeaz maintenance agreement on sod. The large grass azeas will include 6 inches of
topsoil and be seeded twice. Irrigation of the grassy azeas is not generally done in the Midwest. Storage
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of snow in those azeas does not typically resuh in killing the grass. Kelley said validation of the 2 1/2%
landscape requirement is done when a building pernut application is placed..
In response to McNamara's questions about container screening, Nagler's concern about
compactor noise and site lines, and Edgeton s inquiry as to the acceptability ofthe city's cart corral
specifications, Frankenberg stated that pallet storage and cazdboazd bale storage would occur on the
northwest. The compactor is on the northeast, used tires are stored inside; used batteries aze inside the
screened TLE azea. The trash compactor is hydraulic, quieter than tracks. He clarified there would be a
3-foot high fence on top of the wrought iron wall on the east side. His main concern with the cart corral
was the difficulty in snow removal because of the curbing required. Frankenberg also clarified that 16 of
the 21-foot high building would be screened firoru the west as a resuh of the berm and trees atop it.
CUP/Variance See attached addendum per minutes of 12/17/97
Discussion ensued as to what circurustauces require a CUP and what circumstances require a
variance. Dougherty clarified. There was additional discussion as to the appropriateness of a variance
request for the TLE. Dougherty stated that a detemvnation had been made that a variance was the
appropriate avenue for such a request. The petitioner was asked to state their hardship, and staff was
asked if there were sinrilar circumstances at any other stores. Ghadixnkhani said not having a TLE
conflicts with their business plan and would impact their stores. There were differing opinions among
Comu~issioners as to whether trailer storage was a conditional use. Edgeton stated it was the opinion of
the attorney and city staffthat the trailers aze considered "outdoor display" and thus allowed as a
conditional use. Commissioners can express their interpretation by their votes and the reasons for their
votes.
Edgeton asked for staff clarification of the state statute requiring action on certain items within a
specific time frame. Kelley stated issues regarding site plan, CUP and variances must be reviewed
within 60 days. Otherwise, the project is approved by default. There is a provision for an additional 60
days for consideration if more information is needed to make a decision. It was Kelley's opinion that all
the information that is gem~ane to the issues has been provided. The 60<lay period expires December
24. If no action is taken this evening, the next available City Council meeting would be December 23.
Edgeton opened the floor to the public to listen to any new comments not previously expressed
at the public hearing of October 15.
John Bergman of 14691 Guthrie Avenue read from a prepared memo addressed to the
Governing Body for the City of Apple Valley, dated December 3, 1997, which by reference is a part of
these official minutes. hi response to the question of who pays for the improvements, Kelley said all
would be assessed and paid for by Wal-Mart. It has not been detem~ined how aright-turn diverter at
Haven would be financed.
Edgeton reviewed the unanswered questions section of the prepared memo to make a
detemunation of what questions remain to be addressed at this time. Kelley stated that right-turn only on
149th from Bmeggers will not be a condition of approval since that is not in Wal-Mart's control. He
went onto say signage pemuts aze an administrative procedure. Frankenberg said they have no plans for
a signage variance. Van Wormer said he thinks the plan will operate reasonably, and that deliveries to
the outlots will actually be easier than McDonalds in Times Squaze, for example. Dougherty clarified
that if a project does not have preliminary plat approval, a moratorium could have an effect.
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Kelley also noted that staff's recommendation includes an access restriction easement as a
condition of the preliminary plat approval. An asphalt sidewalk connection was recommended because
development of the other lots is unspecified at this time.
Ann Larson of 14669 Harrington Place said the city should consider acquiring the land for itself
since we don't have a city square.
Jeff Klomstad of 7907 147th Street said he felt the variance should be denied because Wal-Mart
has failed to bring a hardship. He also asked how outside storage trailers walled in can be considered
"displays". Kelley responded that is the way the city has dealt with outdoor storage historically.
Klomstad also asked if the city would look at doing a comprehensive traffic study. Kelley reiterated that
the Fischer Marketplace project had its own environmental review process. The transportation plan as a
part of the city's comprehensive plan will be reviewed and updated before the aid of 1998.
Pat Galligan of 7967 Upper 146th Street thanked the Commission for the oppomurity to be
heazd. He didn't feel the property values question posed by Oberg had been addressed and wondered
about the time frames for action on the project. Kelley stated there was an article by a real estate
appraisal company regarding the property values question contained in the packet. The article indicated
that the change in value occurs at the time of the zoning, not at the time of construction. Kelley said the
time frarnes depend on the Planning Commission s action. If the Planning Commission deternmied that
something more needs to be looked at, an additiona160 days to make a final decision (by City Council)
could become available. Delays by a petitioner are pulled out of the equation.
Mazk Caninsky of 14625 Hallmark Drive said that MnDOT's controlled intersections have to
be one-half mile apart, and that CR 42 could become substandazd. He also expressed concern over the
size of the trailers proposed to be stored and whetherthere would be enough room for them and for
unloading. Kelley noted that the half-mile spacing requirement does not relate to ci streets. He wart
on to say the trailers set about 8 feet high, and that the traffic consultant had evaluated the situation and
said it would work. Cerninsky also expressed concem that the traffic onto Pennock Avenue would have
the same problem as coming out of Times Square; he also wondered about the building colour and
excessive height of the building.
Edgeton noted that the color is required to be in the block versus a painted surface. Kelley
explained that the height of the ceili is restricted to 20 feet. Ceminsky also asked if children being
picked up by school buses had been considered. Galligan asked if closing off Guthrie and Hauen had
ever been considered. Kelley said "no'". Edgeton asked if the city had ever requested the school not pick
up on certain streets. Kelley replied, "not that I know of." Finally, Ceminsky stated that all the Wal-
Mart's he's seen have been in high traffic azeas that are commercial, not residential, and it would be nice
to have that taken into consideration.
Doug Allen of 7930 Upper 145th Street recited the number of buses in and out of Apple Valley
High, Valley Middle, Westview, Southview and Cedaz Park Allen said buses stop at every intersection,
but they don`t acU.ially stop on 147th. He also noted that several sports teams are using the area for
training, and that AVHS issues 400 parking permits every trimester.
Ann Larson said that buses do use 147th Street.
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Cheryl Clark of 7929 147th Street asked if the trash compactor would be running in the middle
of the night. Frankenberg replied that it will be heavily screened, and the exact hours of its operation
would be determined by the store manager.
Len Lipovsky of 14741 Guthrie Avenue said it would be a big lift and benefit to our community
for Wal-Mart to locate here, that Menards is to locate at Fisher's, and that dropping the supercenter
should help the traffic. He went onto say that Galleria-type businesses go out of business in a short time
and don't look good on the back. He asked if Wal-Mart would be open 24 hours. Frankenberg said he
didn't know for sure, that our society is bewming more and more a 24-hour society.
Mazcie Lovejoy of 14718 Guthrie Avenue expressed concern about noise, and its worsening if a
grocery is added down the line. Are restrictions possible as part of the approval? Edgeton said we do
not restrict retail hours in other parts of the city. She also stated the petitioner has indicated the trash
compactor is surrounded by walls for visual and noise mitigation
Raleigh Crawford identified hirnself as the attorney for the owners of the property. He stated
that in order to interpret the ordinances differently than staff and consultant and attorney you have to
make findings and have some kind of basis to make such an interpretation. He asked if there was any
contrary evidence that he had not seen. Dougherty concurred that findings must be based on facts. He
said, "If you deny, you have to have a fact."
Frankenberg snmmari~e~i that Wal-Mart agrees to adding sidewalk, cart corrals, landscape in
from of its lot azea on CR 42, to move snow removal from that lot to the green space, and to extend the
island north at the entrance. They aze also willing to add pazking.
Edgeton asked the Conmiissioners if they were prepazed to vote. Blundetto: prepared to vote.
McNamara: prepared to vote, but he said he sees a need for additional traffic study. The last. EAW was
done in 1985 which included traffic projections, that. we need. to consider growth. Nagler: agreed with
McNau~ara, need an idea of figure plans for the development. Oberg: prepared to vote, feels there aze
inconsistencies. Clark: sees 5 issues; would have to vote no; sees no evidence for a variance for service
bays; and he disagrees that the trailer storage area is an outdoor display. Edgeton: have had a lot of
information, been sworn to uphold the laws of the State of Minnesota; the project meets the guidelines of
the PUD and downtown design guidelines. She went on to say what city staff and consultams and city
attorneys think mean a great deal; this is what they aze trained to do; prepared to vote.
Dougherty clarified that separate votes may be taken on each of the conditions related to the
CUP.
MOTION: McNamara moved, Oberg seconded, to stay approval of the preliminary plat and
move we request as a city additional traffic information and extend consideration 60 days.
Dougherty stated it is necessary to specify why additional inforxation is needed. Concern was
expressed by Blundetto, Clazk and Edgeton that delaying a decision could result in Wal-Mart's approval
by default without any of the conditions and enhancements discussed being implemented. McNamara
reiterated the need for traffic analysis with and without the project, including 5-year projections.
Blandetto asked that this statement be part of the record, "We aze putting our community and ourselves
at risk by delaying" and Edgeton concurred. Oberg said the mere fact of making and passing the motion
in and of itself is reason. Dougherty stated that it is correct to the extent that you articulate what is asked
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and is directly related to the application. Dougherty also noted that an extension can be challenged.
Edgeton questioned whether traffic is a valid concern in approving a preliminary plat. Nagler pointed
out that access is also supposed to be considered. Dougherty verified that four votes aze needed to pass
the motion.
Motion defeated 2-4 (Clark, Edgeton, Blundetto, Nagler).
MOTION: Blundetto moved, seconded by Clark, to approve the preliminary plat, subject to
dedication of crossilriveway easements; 147th access restrictions; berm scenic easemert; and municipal
improvements as stated in staff recommendations. No recommendation 3-3 (Nagler, McNamara,
Oberg).
MOTION: Blundetto moved, seconded by Clark, to recommend approval of a conditional use
pemut for a permanent gazden store.
McNamara wondered about adding the condition that it be reviewed on an annual basis. Kelley
responded that staff review of compliance would take place, but that the conditions run with the land.
Motion tamed 4-2 (Nagler, Oberg).
MOTION: Blundetto moved, seconded by Clark, to recommend approval of a conditional use
pemut for 2 seasonal sales areas (spring and fall). Motion defeated 2-4 (Oberg, Nagler, McNamara,
Clazk).
MOTION: Blundetto moved, seconded by McNamara, to reconunend denial of a conditional
use pemut for 6 storage trailers.
Blundetto stated he wants Wal-Martin the community, but from what he has seen he doesn't
think it's an appropriate storage facility. Edgeton stated that with the 13-foot walls nobody will seethe
trailers unless they are trespassing.
Motion carved 5-1 (Edgeton).
MOTION: Blundetto moved, seconded by Clark, to recommend denial of a variance for 6 auto
service bays because a sufficient hardship was not demonstrated. Motion carried 6-0.
MOTION: Blundetto moved, seconded by Edgeton, to recommend approval of the site
plan/building pemut authorisation, subject to deletion of the TLE (tire/lube/express) and staff
recommendations, including additional pazking.
Nagler stated the site plan does not maxirciize the city's interest in the public s health, safety and
welfare, particularly if it's going to be a 24-hour store. McNamara again expressed his concerns for the
pazking lot and its design, but stated the building was fine. Fdgeton said Wal-Mart has met the criteria
of the code, dowrrtown design guidelines and the spirit and irrtent of those. She went on to say they have
done everything we asked them to do, that we haue a far nicer project than when Wal-Mart walked in the
door. Clark said until he sees the final plat layout with the cltiwges he doesn`t feel comfortable saying
yes or no, but that Wal-Mart has made a good faith effort.
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Motion defeated 2-4 (Oberg, Clazk, McNamara, Nagler).
The issue will come before the City Council at their next meeting on December 11th.
7. OTHER BUSINESS -None -
8. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Oberg moved, seconded by McNamara, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried
6-0. Meeting adjourned at 12:35 a.m.
Addendum to Page 6
Planning Commission Minutes of December 3, 1997
CUP/Vaziance
Nagler pointed out: a) A vaziance request to change the use of a particular property should be
treated as rezoning. b) Economic conditions alone should not constitute an undue hazdship where
reasonable use of the property exists under terms of the ordinance. c) Because certain action in
one situation is taken on a variance does not set a precedent that binds the Board on another.