08-23-1994CITY OF RIOFIFIELD
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August 23, 1994
7:00 p.m. -- Regular Meeting
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ITEM #1 PRESENTATION
ITEM #2 PC LETTER #14
ITEM #3 PC LETTER #15
ITEM #4 OPEN DISCUSSION
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Proclamation to Michael
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Acquisition and disposition of
6428 -16th Avenue (HRA)
Acquisition and disposition of
2819 West 70 1/2 Street (HRA)
Review of Draft "C1"
School Board
Community Services Advisory Commission
HRA
City Council
AdHoc 13511494 Traffic Committee
Auxiliary aids for individuals with disabilities are available upon request. Requests must be made at least 96
hours in advance to the Administrative Service's Director at 861 - 9702."
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
Regular Meeting
July 26, 1994
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairperson Daniel Linnihan; Commissioners: Timothy Erlander,
Morris Nilsen II, Thomas Scaglia, William Snyder, Kristal Stokes,
and Paul Wasko
MEMBERS ABSENT: Pamela Dmytrenko
COUNCIL LIAISON: Martin Kirsch, Mayor
STAFF PRESENT: Byron Wallace, Community-Development Director; Bill Weaver,
City Planner; and Shawn Drill, Zoning Administrator.
The Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chairperson Linnihan at 7:00
p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
M/Erlander, S /Snyder to approve the minutes of the regular Planning Commission meeting
of June 28, 1994 and the study session of July 12, 1994.
Motion carried: 7 -0
PUBLIC HEARING
CASE 94- APUD -2, CSM Corporation, amend planned
ITEM #1 unit development, final development plan, and conditional
use permit for Phase I of "Shops at Lyndale" Redevelopment
Project in the Interstate/Lyndale/Nicollet (I/L/N) District
Community Development Director Wallace reviewed the staff report, stating that the
request was to amend the planned unit development, final development plan, and conditional use
permit for Phase I.
Gary Tushie of TMI Architects, representing CSM, reviewed the proposed amendment.
He noted that Best Buy and SportMart have switched locations. He also noted that
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July 26, 1994
Page 2
the double row of parking and service drive north of the building was eliminated in favor of
additional landscaping and a single docking area. He stated that the improvements result in a
better parking layout on the south side of the building. He noted that Colfax Avenue would not
be modified until Phase II development is determined. He also reviewed the 77th Street access in
the area of Emerson.
Responding to Commissioner Stokes, Mr. Tushie said that the pavement area near the
loading dock would be four feet below the building elevation. He also noted that Colfax Avenue
curb cut to the site would be moved south toward 78th Street until Phase II was determined.
Mr. Tushie reviewed the redesigned building elevations which breaks up the long span of
building with a sloped roof in the middle section and more decorative details.
Chairperson Linnihan stated that the additional landscape buffering and single docking
area proposed for the north side is an improvement over the previous plan. Mr. Tushie noted that
the north side would also include a berm up against the building to reduce building height and
provide a better display of plant material. Mr. Tushie also noted that the loading docks would be
semi- recessed eight feet into the building with roofs over them.
Responding to Commissioner Wasko, Mr. Tushie said that more parking spaces were
added because the building size was slightly larger than the previous plan. He added that CSM
does not have control over the Phase II development at this time, and the new parking
arrangement would insure that Phase I could support parking for its users. He noted that the
original approval was based on a shared parking scheme between Phase I and Phase II. He said
that this amendment could further be modified depending on what happens with Phase II.
M/Scaglia, S/Erlander to close the public hearing.
Motion carried: 7 -0
M/Erlander, S /Stokes to recommend that the CityCouncil approve the amendment to the
planned unit development plan, final development plan, and conditional use permit for Phase I of
Shops at Lyndale with the following stipulations:
1. That upon completion of Phase II development, the Colfax Avenue curb cut to the
parking lot be relocated northward, just south of the building,
2. That the City Planner approve the landscaping and screening plan.
3. That the City Engineer approve the erosion control plan and storm water management
plan.
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July 26, 1994
Page 3
4. That the applicant submit a cash escrow agreement for landscaping before the
conditional use permit will become effective.
Motion carried: 7 -0
NEW BUSINESS
The Planning Commission conducted an open discussion to continue review of the draft
zoning code. Zoning Administrator Drill presented the Commission with the "Proposed Zoning
Amendments" for the R (single family residential) zoning district, which described the proposed
changes with explanatory statements.
The Commissioners reviewed each proposed change, item by item. Areas of discussion
included the following:
Licensed residential care facilities ... -- What are "or community based residential care
facilities " ?; Does City legally have the ability to require 1/4 mile separation without a
conditional use permit?
Greenhouses... -- Need to define?
Receive -only satellite dish antennas... -- Why "receive- only" as opposed to receive and
transmit?
The accommodation of one roomer in addition to the resident family... -- Questions
raised as to wording and application.
Gardening, provided no sale of products ... -- Is this necessary? Should issue of sale of
products be addressed elsewhere in the code?
Mr. Drill said he would provide a response to these discussion items at the August 9th
study session.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
LIAISON REPORTS
School Board: None.
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July 26, 1994
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Community Services Advisory Commission: Commissioner Stokes reviewed several
topics of the last CSC meeting including: developments at Fremont and Washington parks; use of
neighborhood watch blocks to patrol parks; storm sewer update, review of stop sign policy, and a
suggestion for a safety camp for older children relating to personal safety.
City Council[HRA: Mr. Wallace announced that the Council appointed David Gepner to
the Planning Commission to finish the term vacated by Mike Gallagher. He said that all the recent
planning cases were approved by Council. He also noted that the Phase I amendment for CSM
will be considered by Council and HRA on August 1, 1994.
Mr. Wallace noted that no public meetings are permitted on September 13 and November
8 due to elections. The Planning Commission decided to conduct the September study session on
Tuesday, September 20, 1994, in the Large Conference Room, at 7:00 p.m.
Ad Hoc Traffic Committee: None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 8:25 p.m.
Pimo—fl°iy Erland
Planning Commission Secretary
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MEMBERS PRESENT
MEMBERS ABSENT:
COUNCIL LIAISON
STAFF PRESENT
Study Session
August 9, 1994
Chairperson Daniel Linnihan; Commissioners: Timothy Erlander,
David Gepner, Kristal Stokes, and Paul Wasko
Pamela Dmytrenko, Morris Nilsen II, Thomas Scaglia, and
William Snyder
None
Shawn Drill, Zoning Administrator
The study session was called to order by Chairperson Linnihan at 7:00 p.m.
Commissioner David Gepner introduced himself to Planning Commission.
ITEM #I Review of Section 515 of the draft zoning code
Mr. Drill gave the Commissioners a hand -out entitled "Discussion Responses" which
outlined all discussion items to date, regarding the zoning code update. The hand -out also
provided staff responses and recommendations for making changes to the draft. The
Commissioners reviewed the hand -out in detail and concurred with the recommended changes.
The Commission decided that, for the time being, they will leave the provision in place which
requires a "CUP" for care facilities located within 1/4 mile of another care facility. It was also
noted that the definition for "community based care facilities" will need to be reviewed by the City
Attorney before the Commission makes a recommendation on the draft to the City Council.
The Commissioners were given a hand -out entitled "Proposed Zoning Amendments" for
the R -1, MR -1, MR -2 and MR -3 districts. This hand -out described the proposed changes with
explanatory statements. The Commissioners reviewed each proposed change, item by item.
Areas of discussion included the following:
In the "R-1"' district, accessory buildings cannot exceed and aggregate of 1,250 square
feet. Should this be increased to 1,300 square feet?
In the "MR -3" district, should minimum lot size be increased from 45,000 square feet to
50,000 square feet?
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August 9, 1994
Page 2
Mr. Drill said he would provide a response to these discussion items at the next review.
He also noted that, at the option of the Commission, review of the "C -1" (neighborhood business)
district could begin at the regular August meeting. The Commissioners responded that they
would like to start "C -1" at the regular meeting if there is not a lot on the agenda.
ITEM #H Site planning lesson project
Will begin at next study session.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 9:00 p.m.
imothy Erlander
Planning Commission Secretary
CITY OF R10HRELD
Knnnuw commission
Lettef
Item: #2 Agenda Section: New Business
PC Letter: #14 Date: August 23, 1994
GENERAL INFORMATION
Subject: Acquisition and disposition of 6428 -16th Avenue by the Richfield Housing and
Redevelopment Authority (HRA).
Type of Request: . Consideration of a resolution finding that the proposed use of 6428 -16th Avenue
is in conformance with the Richfield Comprehensive Plan.
References: Chapter 462 of Minnesota State Statutes requires that whenever any public
agency buys or sells property within the City, the Planning Commission must
review the proposed use of the site for consistency with the city's
comprehensive plan.
BACKGROUND
Zoning: R- residence
Comp. Plan Single family
Proposed Use: Single family residential
Public Notice: Not required
City Council: Planning Commission approval would facilitate the acquisition /disposition of
this nronertv by the Council in a timelv manner.
ANALYSIS
Issues: The proposed new home would be built through the Richfield Rediscovered
Program.
RECOMMENDATION
Recommended
Action:
Preferred: Adopt the attached resolution, finding that the proposed acquisition /disposition
and use of the subject property is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan.
Basis: 1. The Comprehensive Plan indicates that this lot is designated for single family
residential use.
2. Due to a lot width of 49.5 feet, a variance will be applied for via the
Hearing Examiner process. The minimum required lot width is 50 feet in
the R district, therefore, the variance is required prior to construction.
Alternative: Reject the attached resolution, finding that the proposed use of the subject
property does not conform to the Comprehensive Plan. However, such action
would require an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan.
RESOLUTION NO. 94
RESOLUTION OF THE RICHFIELD PLANNING COMMISSION
FINDING THAT THE ACQUISITION AND DISPOSITION
OF PROPERTY IS, IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE,
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the Comprehensive Plan
regarding the acquisition and disposition of property located at 6428 -16th Avenue South,
legally described as follows:
Lot 8, Block 11, Nokomis Gardens Rearrangement of Blocks 7, 11, and 12, Girard
Parkview, Hennepin County, MN.
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has found that the acquisition and disposition
of such property for single family residential purposes would be consistent with the City's
Comprehensive Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission finds that
the acquisition and disposition of the above described property, for single family residential
use, is in conformance with the City's Comprehensive Plan.
Adopted this 23rd day of August, 1994 by the Planning Commission of the City of
Richfield, Minnesota.
CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Daniel Linnihan, Chairperson
ATTEST:
Timothy Erlander, Secretary
CRY Of RICHFIELD
M PLAnnm oommission
Lettef
Item: #3 Agenda Section: New Business
PC Letter: #15 Date: August 23, 1994
GENERAL INFORMATION
Subject: Acquisition and disposition of 2819 West 70 1/2 Street by the Richfield
Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA).
Type of Request: Consideration of a resolution finding that the proposed use of 2819 West 70 1/2
Street is in conformance with the Richfield Comprehensive Plan.
References: Chapter 462 of Minnesota State Statutes requires that whenever any public
agency buys or sells property within the City, the Planning Commission must
review the proposed use of the site for consistency with the city's
comprehensive plan.
BACKGROUND
Zoning: R- residence
Comp. Plan Single family
Proposed Use: Single family residential
Public Notice: Not required
City Council: Planning Commission approval would facilitate the acquisition /disposition of
this property by the Council in a timely manner.
ANALYSIS
Issues: The proposed new home would be built through the Richfield Rediscovered
Program.
RECOMMENDATION
Recommended
Action:
Preferred: Adopt the attached resolution, finding that the proposed acquisition /disposition
and use of the subject property is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan.
Basis: 1. The Comprehensive Plan indicates that this lot is designated for single family
residential use.
2. This lot meets the area and width requirement for a home in the R district.
Alternative: Reject the attached resolution, finding that the proposed use of the subject
property does not conform to the Comprehensive Plan. However, such action
would require an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan.
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RESOLUTION NO. 95
RESOLUTION OF THE RICHFIELD PLANNING COMMISSION
FINDING THAT THE ACQUISITION AND DISPOSITION
OF PROPERTY IS IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the Comprehensive Plan
regarding the acquisition and disposition of property located at 2819 West 70 1/2 Street ,
legally described as follows:
The east 70 feet of the north 135 feet of Ut 26, Sabin Lake Harriet Garden Lots.
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has found that the acquisition and disposition
of such property for single family residential purposes would be consistent with the City's
Comprehensive Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission finds that
the acquisition and disposition of the above described property, for single family residential
use, is in conformance with the City's Comprehensive Plan.
Adopted this 23rd day of August, 1994 by the Planning Commission of the City of
Richfield, Minnesota.
CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Daniel Linnihan, Chairperson
ATTEST:
Timothy Erlander, Secretary