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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/15/1998CITY OF APPLE VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION MIlViJTES July 15, 1998 1. CALL TO ORDER The City of Apple Valley Planning Comnussion meeting was called to order by Chair Edgeton at 7:00 p.m. Members Present: Diane. Nagler, Karen Edgeton, Jce McNamara, Frank Blundetto, Tim Burke (arrived at 7:07). Members Absent: Lou Clazk. Staff Present: Rick Kelley, Kathy Bodmer, Nelda Werkmeister, Consulting Engineer Keith Gordon. Others Present: See sign-in sheet. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner McNaniara added 7C, Update on Williams Town Meeting. MOTION: Nagler moved, seconded by McNamarra, to approve the agenda as amended. The motion carried 4 - 0. 3. APPROVAL OF JUNE 3,1998 MINUTES 4-0. MOTION: Nagler moved, seconded by McNamara, to approve the minutes. The motion carried 4. CONSENT ITEMS A. Smith Setback Variance at 12725 Edinbrook Path MOTION: Nagler moved, seconded by McNamara, to approve the six-foot front yard setback variance, citing the odd shape of the lot poses restrictions on the owner s ability to make improvements. 5. PUBLIC IIEARINGS A. Capital Improvements Program Chair Edgeton opened the public hearing with the standard remarks. Assistant Administrator Chazles Grawe presented an overview of the proposed capital improvements program, which generally includes physical improvements (pazks, etc.) and equipment and infrastr~icture required to maintain those improvements and facilities. He showed and explained sample pages from the program document, including a summary of proposed expenditures, a summary of proposed financing methods, vehicles table, and the different funds. Grawe also displayed appendices, including a summary of projected debt service, debt service levies details, general obligation net revenue bonds, municipal state aid allocations, and a vehicle equipment replacement schedule. There being no comments from the public, the hearing was closed at 7:22 PM. Planning Commission Nrmutes July 15, 1998 Page 2 MOTION: Burke moved, seconded by Blundetto, to recommend adoption of the Capital Improvements Progarn. Motion carried 5-0. 6. LAND USElACTION ITEMS A. Rezoning from "R-3" to "R-5" for a Duplex at 7280130th Street Assistant Planner Kathy Bodmer stated the petitioner has requested this item be postponed while they aze working with adjacent land owners. B. Rear Yard Setback Variance for Screened Porch at 8572 Holland Avenue Community Development Director Rick Kelley introduced the item. Nagler asked if the house were sold in the fixture, and the new owner wanted to close in the proposed porch, for example, would Planning Coruir~ission review again take place. Kelley explained that once a variance is granted, it remains ih place for the property, regardless of owner or type of structure. The petitioner Carol White introduced herself and requested approval of the variance. MOTION: Blundetto moved, seconded by Burke, to approve the setback variance because of the irregular shape of the lot. Motion carried 5-0. C. Site Plan/Building Permit Authorization for Building Products Facility with Fenced Outdoor Lumber Yard Kelley introduced the item. Nagler asked about the sidewalk connection and whether special pavhxg materials would be used. Kelley responded that the petitioner has provided sidewalk connection and bike parking. He went onto state Menards is not pursuing an outdoor storage area at this time. Tfthey do so in the future, further review by the Commission would be required. Steven Barrott, representing the petitioner, introduced himself. He described the plan changes for the fence. The fence columns would utilize the same masoruy panels as the building itself and be placed equidistant along Flagstaff Avenue. The fence itself is brown treated wood. Barrott also showed color elevation drawings, which illustrated the product signs have been removed from the front of the building. Fdgeton said she still feels there is a long expanse without azchitecbxral treatment on the retail side at the front of the builduig. Blundetto stated lns concern about the long expanse also, although he felt there may be sufficient plantings to soften that. Barrott noted the proposed plantings and stated Menazds' willingness to consider a variation of plantings to offer different heights. Menazds is also willing to add cart corrals, even though they have had good luck with two at other stores. As for the special paving material for sidewalk connection, Barrott stated the seller is doing all the paving so that is not his cost. He noted the sidewalk is offset from the yazd entrance for safety reasons. MOTION: Blandetto moved, seconded by Nagler, to approve the site pkm/building pemxit authorization as recommended by staff, with two additional conditions: (1) the petitioner will work with the city forester to identify appropriate taller plantings for the east front; and (2) special paving materials will be used to identify the sidewalk connections. Motion carried 5-0. Planning Commission Minutes July 15, 1998 Page 3 7. OTHER BUSINESS A. Sketch Plan Review - AVC Partnership Car Wash & Auto Service Facility at the Southeast Corner of Galaxie Avenue and 145th Street Kelley irrtroduced the item. He clarified the location of the bay doors with the buildiig fumed 90 degrees, and stated there is no stipulation in the ordinance restricting the number of bay doors in this planned development. Blundetto said he remains concerned about the exposure on Galaxie Avenue, not just surrounding residential properties. He doesn't think this design is the best for the properly. The project architect David Dazrell pointed out the changes made in the plans since the last meeting: the sloped roof, an added area for people to sit and wait, and additional landscaping on both Galax2e and 145th Street. He also added windows and a recessed section to create a shadow on the west elevation. Edgeton said she liked the building and dcesnt see any reason a car wash should not be included in the planned development. Nagler expressed concern with the view from Cnlaxie Avenue from the south and asked if there was any consideration for higher shmbs. Darrell said they wuld add more dense foliage. Discussion followed regarding the color of the roof and building, as well as building materials. There was some sentiment that the colors should match those of the adjacent Apple Valley Collision. B. Update on the Town Meeting Held July 14 Kelley stated the meeting was preceded by a bus tour of the sand and gravel mining operation south of Comity Road 42 and east of Pilot Knob Road. The operation viewed is similar to what is being proposed by Willianis Pipe Line. Most of the discussion at the meeting were questions about previous petrolemn spills and the status of cleanup, which is ui the final stages. The balance of discussion related to potential land uses on the north area and what land uses might be appropriate if the tank fanrt was relocated. Williams said they could not coirunit to relocating the tank farm. The item will come back to the City Council August lith. About 30 people went on the tour, and approximately 60 attended the meeting. C. Reminder of Comprehensive Plan Work Session on July 22nd Kelley reminded the Commission of the meeting starting at 5:30 PM. Fdgeton commented she was excited to work with the consulting firm hired. 8. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Burke moved, seconded by Blundetto, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 5-0. The mcetiig was adjourned at 8:45 p.m.