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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/05/2000Planning Commission Minutes 1-5-2000 CITY OF APPLE VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JANUARY 5, 2000 1. CALL TO ORDER Page 1 of 5 The City of Apple Valley Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Acting Chair Melander at 7:02 PM. Members Present: Tim Burke, Tom Melander, John Bergman, Jim Hadley, Jeannine Churchill, and Frank Blundetto (arrived at 8:10 PM). Members Absent: Karen Edgeton. Staff Present: Community Development Director Rick Kelley, City Planner Tom Lovelace, Assistant Planner Kathy Bodmer, Assistant Planner Margaret Milton, City Engineer Pat Wrase, and City Attorney Sharon Hills. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Burke moved, seconded by Churchill, to approve the agenda as submitted. The motion carved 5-0. 3. APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 15,1999 MINUTES MOTION: Bergman moved, seconded by Hadley, to approve the minutes as submitted. The motion. carried 4-0 (Churchill abstained). 4. CONSENT ITEMS -None - 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Hidden Ponds Apartment Site -Public Hearing for Comp Plan Amendment to HD and Rezoning to M-7C. Acting Chair Melander opened the public hearing with standard remarks. Assistant Planner Margaret Milton introduced herself and the project, which involved property located at the southwest corner of Germane Avenue and 128tr' Street West. She noted that the hearing was to http://www.ci.agple-valley.mn.us/Minutes/planning_cornrnission/2000/1_OS_OO.html 3/25/2009 Planning Commission Minutes 1-5-2000 Page 2 of 5 consider a rezoning of the lot from "R-5" to "M-7C" and as associated Comp Plan amendment to redesignate the lot from "LD" to "HD". She also commented that there has not been a Site Plan submitted for consideration at this time. Milton noted that staff would recommend that any approval occur only upon consolidation of this parcel with the adjacent lot into one tax parcel, since the intent is to develop both lots as a single housing complex. The Commission discussed the use of the subject property with the adjacent lot and the location of the private drive access to serve a multiple residential complex. The petitioner Frank Kleckner addressed the Commission on the history of the site: Mr. Bergman asked why a formal application for a Site Plan/Building Permit Authorization has not been made yet. Mr. Kleckner stated that an early site plan and application was submitted but not accepted due to the City's development moratorium, which was in place during the Comprehensive Plan update. He also noted that the final wetland delineation, which was necessary for the project, has not been completed. Acting Chair Melander opened the hearing to public comments. Bruce Pelava, of 12777 Germane Avenue, stated that he had a letter from Mr. Kleckner, which stated that all that was necessary was an access across the parcel He commented that he was concerned that if the lot was rezoned to "M-7C" and Mt. Kleckner did not proceed with his plans, then the lot maybe sold and used for a small aparhnent building rather than a duplex, as it was zoned: Jan Rybar, of 12807 Germane Avenue, inquired about the drawings and different sizes of the pond shown. The resident referred to the City's exhibit, which indicated high water lines in red versus a much smaller pond on the sketch site plan previously submitted by the developer. Milton noted that the wetland delineation was necessary to determine the correct pond size. Patricia Woodbury, of 12805 Germane Avenue, commented on the traffic issues. She noted that Germane Avenue was not a large street and cannot safely handle more traffic. She also commented that there were many children living on this street. She noted she was concerned about the loss of the trees; which would be removed if the property were built upon. Acting Chair Melander noted that the City's Natural Resource Coordinator would be involved with this project, in regards to the trees. Acting Chair Melander requested information regarding the traffic capacity and projections for Germane Avenue for this proposed apartment. Mr. Bergman also requested that an alternate driveway access be investigated. Joey Schuster, of 12905 Germane Avenue, noted that he supported all of the comments presented by the neighbors. Ms. Churchill asked the City staff if the City were to rezone this property, then was there any way its http://www.ci.apple-valley.mn.us/Minutes/planning_commission/2000/1_OS_OO.html 3/25/2009 Planning Commission Minutes 1-5-2000 Page 3 of 5 use can be reshicted in the manner in which the developer shows. Mr. Kelley stated that it may be possible, but he will need to research this with the City Attorney. Mr. Kleckner stated that it would be illogical for a builder to construct a street where the topography was most irregular. An unnamed resident noted that logic wasn't enough, and the resident stated that legal restrictions were necessary and that the site should remain low density. Acting Chair Melander closed the hearing with the standard remarks, and no action was taken. B. Prairie Crossing Commercial -Public hearing for Comp Plan Amendment from "SF" to "NS" and Rezoning from "R-3" to "PD-629", Zoning Amendment to "PD-629" to allow banks as a permitted use and drive-thru tellers as a conditional use, Preliminary Plat to create 3 lots in Prairie Crossing Commercial Development. Acting Chair Melander opened the hearing with the standard remarks. Assistant Planner Kathy Bodmer introduced herself and the project, which involved a Planned Development in the Prairie Crossing development. The Planned Development was to include additional property for commercial use due to the realignment of Dodd Boulevard, addition of banks and bank drive-thrn tellers to the list of permitted/conditional uses, change the Comp Plan accordingly, and to replat to incorporate the new property made available by the Dodd Boulevard realignment and vacation of the old road easement. Bodmer also reviewed the issues of road access. Mr. Bergman inquired about issues of storm lines in the plaza area. Bodmer responded that the lines could probably be moved outside of the paved area. Mike Falk, of CWB, introduced himself and Michael Belz, who will do the actual retail development. Mr. Falk noted that the size of the project has increased due to the realignment of Dodd Boulevard and that the location of the bank and the convenience store have been "flipped" from the original proposal. William Hunger, of 15103 Dunwood Trail, noted the difference in the elevation of approximately 10 feet between the townhouses and the plaza. He inquired about the screening and lighting, and he questioned who would install the connecting trail He was also concerned about when the trash would be picked up. Bodmer noted the relative location of the trash area, but she stated that this was not a formal Site Plan so the details were still uncertain. The original plan showed that the path connection was built.by Rottlund Homes. Mr. Hadley inquired about the access to County Road #42. http://www.ci.apple-valley.mn.us/Minutes/planning_commission/2000/1_OS_OO.html 3/25/2009 Planning Commission Minutes 1-5-2000 Page 4 of 5 Bodmer noted that this was aright-turn in and out only. Acting Chair Melander closed the hearing with the standard remarks, and no action was taken. 6. LAND USE/ACTION ITEMS A. Red Robin Restaurant -Site Plan/Building Permit Authorization and Rearyard Setback Variance fora 7,120 sq. ft. restaurant (269 seats). Assistant Planner Margaret Milton introduced herself and the project, which was a Site P1anBuilding Permit Authorization for a Class I restaurant. She noted a minor rearyard setback variance was also requested. She noted the trash area requested had a screening wall two feet taller than provided for in the Planned Development ordinance. She commented that the parking was shared via cross-parking easements with the Carmike Cinema to the south. She noted that the Natural Resources Coordinator would also like additional landscape material installed, particularly along the north border. She noted that the building materials were displayed on a sample board. The north lot line setback variance requested was due to the existence of a sight line easement filed along the south 70 feet of the property to keep viewlines open between Cedar Avenue and the Transit Station. Mr. Bergman inquired about the total amount of parking available. Milton noted that additional parking would be available in the transit lot on evenings and weekends.. Mr. Hadley questioned if a minor encroachment of the canopy was not permissible into the sight line easement. Milton noted that the MVTA had denied any right to encroach into the easement. Wendell Smith introduced himself as representing the current property owner, Anthony Properties, and Red Robin. He noted that they would like to use a 10-foot screening wall for security purposes. There was discussion among the Commissioners regarding the wall height. There was also discussion regarding the materials on the sample board, and it was noted that it appeared that the "paint chip" was the color of the anodized metal. MOTION: Hadley moved, seconded by Churchill, to approve the Site Plan/Building Permit Authorization for Red Robin Restaurant. The motion carried 5-0. MOTION: Hadley moved, seconded by Churchill, to approve the variance to the rearyard building setback. The motion carried 5-0. MOTION: Hadley moved, seconded by Churchill, to approve the variance fora 10-foot screening wall. The motion carried 5-0. 7. OTHER BUSINESS http://www.ci.apple-valley.mn.us/Minutes/planning_commission/2000/1_OS_OO.html 3/25/2009 Planning Commission Minutes 1-5-2000 Page 5 of 5 A. ARGON Multi-Family -Sketch Plan for Rezoning, Preliminary Plat, and Site Plan/Building Permit Authorization for 290 Townhouse/Condominium dwellings. City Planner Tom Lovelace introduced himself and the item, which was the property between future Flagstaff and Foliage Avenues, along 153rd Street West. The proposal was to construct 290 townhouses on 33 acres. The proposed use was consistent with the Comp Plan but would required a rezoning from the current "A" (agricultural) to "M-6" (6-12 units per acre). Larry Frank of ARGON introduced himself as the site developer, who would sell the land to Ryland Homes, the builder. Mr. Frank noted that within the two-story buildings, some dwelling spaces would be two-story and others would be stacked flats. He noted that consequently, while the exterior appearance would be that of a two-story townhouse, the units would most likely be individually owned condominiums. Mr. Burke inquired about the off-street pazking. Mr. Frank noted that as the sketch plan, the details such as the City's requirement for one-half staff per unit overflow parking had not been included. He noted that they were aware of the requirement, and they would be shown on the formal plans when submitted for approval. Mr. Blundetto asked about the Vermillion Tributary issue. Mr. Lovelace explained the tributary and future greenway connections. Mr. Bergman questioned the internal private street "dead-ends" and whether they would connect to public streets or otherwise provide adequate emergency vehicle access. Mr. Frank stated that the site designer was aware of the City's requirements concerning emergency vehicle access. 8. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Burke moved, seconded by Bergman, to adjourn. The motion carried 6-0. The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 PM. http://www.ci.apple-valley.mn.us/Minutes/planning_commission/2000/1_OS_OO.html 3/25/2009