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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/18/1989CITY OF APPLE VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JANUARY 18, 1989 1. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairman Robert Erickson at 7:35 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of the City of Apple Valley City Hall. Members Present: Chairman Erickson, Members Richard Carlson, Alan Felkner, Virginia Sterling, Frank Kleckner and Marcia Gowling. Staff Present: Richard Kelley, Meg McMonigal, Jim Plummer, Scott Hickok and Dennis Welsch. Others Present: See sign in sheet. 2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: The agenda was approved as written. 3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF JANUARY 4, 1989. The minutes of the January 4, 1989 meeting were approved with the following corrections: 1) Page 2, paragraph 4 should state "Member Erickson stated that another public hearing would be necessary for any other use other than a double bungalow for existing platted property to the west of the site." 2) Page 5 - Member Carlson requested that when the Commission has a split vote that the members voting opposed should be identified as well as those abstaining. In paragraph 2 of page 5, the motion should read "Motion carried, 4 voting in favor, 1 voting opposed (Member Carlson) and 1 abstention (Member Sterling)." With these corrections, the minutes were approved unanimously. 4. CONSENT AGENDA (Non - controversial land use action items needing no discussion may be placed on the agenda by the Commission members. One motion sends these items on to the City Council with the recommendation of approval as per the Staff recommendations.) None. Planning Commission Minutes January 18, 1989 Page 2 PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. Rezoning from "A" to "PD #167" or "P" LOCATION: East Side of Johnny Street Alignment. PETITIONER: City of Apple Minnesota. Cake Ridge Road on the 124th Valley, Dakota County, City Planner Rick Kelley provided a background report dated January 18, 1989 in which he reviewed zoning consistency item #0438 Minnesota Zoological Garden rezoning of a parcel of land east of Johnny Cake Ridge Road from agricultural uses to either "PD #167" or institutional uses called "P ". Staff had previously recommended utilizing either designation simply to clear up any inconsistencies in current zoning which states that the parcel is agriculturally zoned. The Zoological Garden owns this parcel but it is separated from the Zoological site by Johnny Cake Road. Parcel is approximately 110 feet in width and should remain as a green area. Adjoining property owners, Eric Larson, 5839 125th Street W., and Frank Osterman, 5707 125th Street W., asked for clarification regarding the zoning classification system and the comprehensive plan. City Planner Kelley provided background on the various zoning classifications. Planner Kelley noted that the City had received a response from the Zoological Garden staff expressing no concern over the rezoning because both are open space uses. Thomas Tan, 13047 Euclid Avenue, Mike Schneider, 5693 125th Street W., and Eric Larson, 5839 125th Street W., asked for further clarification regarding the uses to which the Zoological Gardens may put on the site proposed for rezoning. City Planner Kelley noted that no building complex or office complex is allowed in a "P" zone. Chairman Erickson closed the public hearing. B. Rezoning from "A" to 171. LOCATION: Between Pilot Knob Road and Johnny Cake Ridge Road, North of the 124th Street Alignment. PETITIONER: City of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota. City Planner Rick Kelley provided a background report dated January 18, 1989 in which he discussed the proposed rezoning from agricultural uses to "P" institutional or park uses for the Lebanon Hills Regional Park. He noted that the County planning staff had responded to the City's notification and had no objection to the rezoning of Lebanon Hills Park from agricultural to "P" or institutional. Member Carlson asked for clarification regarding the separate parcels or inholdings still remaining within Lebanon Hills Park and how they are accessed through private ease- ments. Planning Commission Minutes January 18, 1989 Page 3 Chairman Erickson read a letter dated November 2, 1988 from Chuck Lowery, Director of Dakota County Parks System, stating that he had no objection to the comp plan or rezoning designations proposed. A general discussion of County park planning issues ensued. The public hearing was closed by Chairman Erickson. LAND USE /ACTION ITEMS:. A. VERBAL REPORT. Official Mapping Recommendations for Rolling Ridge Plat Phase 2. LOCATION: 143rd Street Alignment at Diamond Path. PETITIONER: City of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota. Director of Planning and Development Dennis Welsch provided a back- ground verbal report regarding information and decisions made by the City Council regarding the Rolling Ridge plat. He noted that the Council had requested an increase in park space and a designation of a future road alignment of the east from the first phase of Rolling Ridge plat. The method of designating the park and the proposed road is an "official map ". Welsch requested the Planning Commission to review the proposed park and road addition and to consider whether this is consistent with the City's thoroughfare plan and park master plans. He recommended that in both cases the proposals were consistent with City plans. In order to comply with the statutes regarding official mapping, the Planning Commission must make some recommendation to the City Council. The Planning Commission directed the Staff to prepare a resolution approving the officially mapped areas east of the Rolling Ridge prelimi nary plat to include a road and a park as being consistent with the City's comprehensive plan and zoning. The resolution will be placed on the consent agenda at the next regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting (February 1, 1989). The Planning Commission also requested the Staff to add a temporary cul -de -sac at the northeast road within phase 1 of Rolling Ridge plat in order to allow for turnarounds. It was noted that this cul -de -sac should be clearly identified as a temporary road, which will be extended in the future. 7. DISCUSSION ITEMS: Proposed Landscape Design - Fireman's Park. Proposed Fireman's Park to be located between Hayes Road and 147th Street, north of County Road 42, has been reviewed by the Planning Commission as part of the Carrollton plat. The City had hired Landscape Planning Commission Minutes January 18, 1988 Page 4 Architect Eldon Hugelen to prepare a concept plan for Fireman's Park. Mr. Hugelen illustrated the concept plan in model and sketch forms dated 1- 18 -89. Planning Staff liaison to the Park Committee, Meg McMonigal, stated that the park concept had been reviewed by the Park Committee on 1- 17 -89. The Park Committee had concurred with the concept, but expressed concern about the cost of construction. Mr. Hugelen explained the need for an Apple Valley front yard or ceremonial park where the public could be in- vited for fairs, art exhibits, starts of marathon races, dog shows, etc. He noted that the overall theme of the park will be path of recreation; such as strolling, jogging through the park, wedding pictures, ceremonial observations and pick up neighborhood ballgames. The park also includes pedestrian walkway proposals to connect the park from west to the east into the commercial development. Plant materials in the varieties will be highlighted at a future stage in the development. Member Erickson noted that the concept to be used is an excellent master plan, but recommended that no organized ballfield be placed on the site in order to preclude utilizing this site for future league ballgames. He asked for clarification regarding problems with park users parking in the fire station lot, Haven Drive access for citizens and access problems along the County Road 42 trail. Member Sterling stated that she liked the concept; especially because it enhanced the Hayes Road entrance to the community, its high school and community center. Member Kleckner asked for clarification regarding the elimination of trees near the armory parking area. Mr. Hugelen responded that the majority of the trees would be removed when the developer constructs single- family homes adjacent to the armory. Member Erickson stated that the plan should be endorsed and that construction should be done in phases to allow for grading immedi- ately and other improvements to be done in stages. MOTION: Member Carlson moved, seconded by Member Felkner to recommend the Fireman's Park concept plan as consistent with the City's Land Use and Comprehensive Plans. Motion carried - 4 to 1 (Kleckner). Member Kleckner expressed concern over the cost. B. Pennock Avenue Corridor - Land Use Discussions. City Planning and Development Director Dennis Welsch provided a verbal report on the request by the City Council to study all land uses and comprehensive planning issues in a corridor from a Cedar Avenue to Pennock Avenue and from 140th Street to the north border of the community. He stated that the issues to be considered will be the natural topography, utilities, road systems, traffic; and impact on adjacent neighborhoods; as well as the overall proposed density for this area. Me McMonigal reported on the Park Commission review of this corridor, which has been designated as the location for one additional 3 to 5 acre neighborhood park. Planning Commission Minutes January 18, 1989 Page 5 Terry Maurer, owner of 13.4 acres within this area, stated that he was in the process of attempting to prepare single- family developments for approximately 50 lots. This process will be complete within the next 30 to 45 days. He stated that his proposal would provide for road alignments to tie into Hallwood Highlands and then attach to Greenland Avenue on the south. His studies show that the most cost effective method of installing streets would be to utilize the ridge system available on the site. Member Erickson stated that he would vote against any project until the road system is deemed adequate. Mr. Maurer stated that if a study is to be done, it should be done as quickly as possible to resolve the issues so that further development can occur. Member Erickson directed the Staff to provide the Planning Commission with the consultant's reports on traffic within the Pennock Avenue area. A general discussion of traffic and land use in the Cedar and Pennock Avenue areas ensued. Chairman Erickson asked the Staff to look at the entire area first and then review the Maurer proposal individually and to provide involve- ment or participation for neighbors and property ;owners along with any correspondence. Dennis Welsch noted that the Staff will provide correspondence to the property owners and interested neighbors; as well as set up meetings with MnDOT and property owners as the various stages of this project are complete. 8. OTHER BUSINESS: A. Planner's Seminar. Chairman Erickson, Members Carlson, Gowling and Kleckner expressed interest in attending the planner's seminar to be held on February 23, 1989. Associate Planner Scott Hickok will check on the availability of realtor credit for any Planning Commission member attending the meeting. B. Vacancy on Planning Commission. Planning Commission again expressed concern over the need to have a seventh member appointed to the Commission. Member Sterling noted that she will be absent from January 30, 1989 through February 24, 1989. C. Discussion of Sales Boards. Associate Planner Scott Hickok and Intern Jim Plummer explained the process and comments received regarding real estate sales boards prepared by the City Planning Staff and installed in each sales office of various projects around the City. The Planning Commission expressed their support and appreciation to the two Staff members for preparing this information. Planning Commission Minutes January 18, 1989 Page 6 9. ADJOURMMEMT: The meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m.