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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/18/1992PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES City of Apple Valley November 18, 1992 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Alan Felkner called the Planning Commission meeting of November 18, 1992 to order at 7:35 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Members Present- Chairman Alan Felkner, Frank Blundetto, Marcia Gowling, and Karen Edgeton. Members Absent: Eugene Kitzman, Jim Norris, and Jeannine Churchill. Staff Present: Richard Kelley, Lon Anne, and Dennis Welsch. Others Present- Terry Wensmann, Terry Maurer, Bill Maurer, Walter Santyzr, and Rick Dineen. 2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA With the addition of Item 8B, a discussion of the Planning Commission Holiday Party, the agenda was approved as recommended. 3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 4, 1992 The minutes of the November 4, 1992 meeting were approved with the correction to the motion within Item 6 which should have been a 5 - 0 - 1 vote. The minutes were approved unanimously with the correction. 4. CONSENT AGENDA (One motion sends items needing no discussion on to the City Council with staff recommendations.) None - 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS None Planning Commission Minutes November 18, 1992 Page 2 6. LAND USE /ACTION ITEMS A. Gardenview Place - Preliminary Plat for 88 Townhouse Units LOCATION: East Side of Gardenview Drive at 143rd Street West PETITIONER Wensmann Homes, Inc. (PC92- 088 -SB) STAFF REPORT: Richard Kelley, dated November 18, 1992 City Planner Richard Kelley provided a background report regarding the request for approval for a preliminary plat site plan approval and building permit authorization for a townhouse development to be located on the east side of Gardenview Drive at 143rd Street. The development as proposed would contain 88 3 -level townhouse dwelling units offered for sale as owner /occupant units. Kelley reviewed the preliminary plat and the new grading and landscape plans. In addition, he explained an architectural sketch of the buildings. He noted that the grading plan will require revisions in order to comply with the wishes of the Commission to retain as much of the wood lot as possible. The Staff recommended approval of the preliminary plat and the site plan and building permit authorization subject to Staff review and approval of a landscape plan and grading plan by the Staff. Terry Wensmann clarified the architectural plans for the north side of the units which will abut 142nd Street. He noted that additional windows will be placed on the back of the building and the units will be staggered to create a different architectural appearance. He also stated there was no problem with realigning the roadway along Gardenview Drive as per the Staff recommendation. MOTTONh Member Gowling moved, seconded by Member Blundetto, to recommend approval of the preliminary plat as per the Staff recommendations. The motion carried 4 - 0. MOTION: Member Gowling moved, seconded by Member Blundetto, to recommend approval of the site plan and building permit authorization subject to the landscaping plan and grading plan meeting the Staffs criteria and the building elevations along 142nd Street being completed to allow for windows and a staggered appearance on the north side of the building and subject to the realignment of the road system as it enters Gardenview Drive. The motion carried 4 - 0. 613. Conditional Use Permit for Reverse Vending Machine for Beverage Can Recycling LOCATION: Southeast Comer of Cedar Avenue and 153rd Street West by Cub Foods PETITIONER: Super Valu, Inc. and ABC Recycling (PC92- 090 -C) STAFF REPORT: Scott Hickok, dated November 4, 1992 Community Development Director Dennis Welsch provided a background report in which he reviewed the request for a conditional use permit and the background report on other such recycling operations within the metropolitan area. The Staff recommended a number of alternative sites for a recycling operation such as the north side of the lot and the east side of the lot. In both cases, applicant Walter Santyrz stated that he was concerned about the location being difficult to serve with electric power. Member Blundetto explained problems at the Eagan Cub Food recycling site, especially the cleanliness and inefficiencies of the machine. A general discussion ensued regarding the various sites around the metropolitan area. Member Gowling asked for clarification regarding the heights of the various recycling operations; Member Edgeton asked for clarification regarding sinking concrete at the Eagan site; Member Planning Commission Minutes November 18, 1992 Page 3 Blundetto asked for further clarification regarding the years of use and Chairman Felkner asked whether Cub approves of the use on the site. Rick Deneen, representing Cub Foods Apple Valley, stated that Cub Foods considers a recycling operation a service to the community. Member Gowling asked whether reporting tonnage to the City would be difficult. Mr. Santyzr said that he was willing to report such tonnage to the City for its own recycling efforts. Blundetto asked for clarification regarding the revocation of a conditional use permit should this project not meet the City expectations. City Planner Kelley explained the revocation process. Member Gowling asked if additional consideration had been given to the west side of the parking lot. Chairman Felkner asked the Staff why they were opposed to the original proposed site. Dennis Welsch responded that the original site has problems with parking, cleanliness, insects and bees, drainage, and pedestrian access to the main entry area. Chairman Felkner stated that another meeting may be necessary to address all these issues. Member Edgeton stated that she preferred a site in the parking lot instead of adjacent to the buildings and that there maybe a significant traffic sight line problem along the east side of the property. Dennis Welsch concurred and noted that generally these operations are considered an industrial use and are placed in a industrial zone. That is one of the reasons why this is a difficult issue in Apple Valley. Rick Deneen of Cub Foods asked.the Commission to remove the original proposal from further consideration until a meeting can be established with Mr. Santyzr, Rick Deneen, and Scott Hickok to review alternate sites. Chairman Felkner stated that this will continue to be on the agenda for further discussion at the next meeting. No further discussion occurred. No action was taken. 9. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. Highpoint - Sketch Plan Review for 23 Single Family Lot Development on Southwest Corner of Cedar Avenue and McAndrews Road. Staff report by Richard Kelley, dated November 18, 1992- City Planner Richard Kelley provided a background report in which he reviewed a sketch plan of proposed development for 23 single family lots at the southwest corner of Cedar Avenue and McAndrews Road. He noted that the current Comprehensive Plan designates the site for medium density multi -family residential uses of 6 -12 units per acre. He also noted that there is no clarification at this time concerning what designation should be given for zoning on the site should it be rezoned for single family detached development. Finally, he noted that it would be difficult to provide single family lots on this site and still maintain the natural environment. A general discussion ensued with Planning Commission members and Mr. Maurer. Member Gowling asked for further clarification on what would happen to the Adelman parcel to the south. Planning Commission Minutes November 18, 1992 Page 4 Member Edgeton asked for clarification regarding the multi -family designation. City Planner Kelley responded that the multi -family sites are designated and scattered throughout the community and are placed near to major roadway systems. Originally, the City's concept for development of this site was a clustered multi - family project on the portion of the site nearest the roadways without disturbing the major trees, soils, and slopes on the steeper portion of the site. Terry Maurer responded that the site is a very unique site. Historically, the topography of the mound has been known as a landmark in the community. He stated that in order to save the hill, it may be best used for single family detached development rather than multi - family development. A major problem is accessibility of sewer and water from the southeast to the northwest. He stated that after all development was done, 41% of the trees would remain untouched. However, the top of the hill is heavily wooded and most of the trees at the top of the hill would have to be removed. If the grade of the street could be increased through the issuance of a variance, fewer trees would have to be removed and the site would become more compatible. Mr. Maurer also noted that the Adelman property and owners to the south have been communicated with regarding street access through their property on the east side of the site. The conversations to this date have been positive. He stated that the lots are high and the housing costs would be $200 - 350,000. The density of the development would be 1.7 units per acre, which is the same density as the Oaks I. Member Blundetto asked if the soil from the top of the hill could be moved to the lower areas to create more development areas. The consensus of the meeting was that this would reduce the amount of vegetation which could be preserved. Mr. Maurer stated that the 10% grade instead of an 8% required grade would help reduce the amount of cuts necessary at the top of the hill. The Planning Commission consensus was to make it a single family site compatible with the adjacent single family areas and to begin the process of rezoning. 8. OTHER BUSINESS A. Master Development District Community Development Director Dennis Welsch provided a background report in which he reviewed the City's master development district and master development plan for use of Economic Development Authority funding and programs. Currently, the Staff is attempting to update the boundaries of the Master Development District in order to provide for future options regarding the use of the Economic Development Authority and further commercial or residential rehabilitation assistance. Two maps were illustrated, one in which the Master Development District (red, yellow, blue) as it currently exists and a second as the amended Master Development District map (green) would look should this be approved by the Council and Economic Development Authority. A general discussion ensued with Planning Commission Members. The Commission understood the issues and expressed no opposition to the proposal. Planning Commission Minutes November 18, 1992 Page 5 B. Holiday Party The annual Planning Commission Party will be held December 2, 1992 after the Planning Commission meeting on that evening. The location will be at Member Gowling's house. 9. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m.