PL 08/20/1997 - 30845�
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CITY OF FRIDLLY
PLANNING COI�IIKISSION MEETING, AUGIIST 20, 1997
CALL TO ORDER•
Chairperson-elect Kondrick called the August 20, 1997 Planning
Commission meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL•
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Dave Kondrick, Dean Saba, Connie Modig, LeRoy
Oquist, Brad Sielaff
Diane Savage, Larry Kuechle
Others Present: Barbara Dacy, Community Development Director
Scott Hickok, Planning Coordinator
Michele McPherson, Planning Assistant
Malcolm Watson, 1717 49th Ave. NE
Lyle Hoston, 999 41st Ave. N.E. #316,
Columbia Heights
John Litchy, 5203 Lincoln Street N.E.,
Fridley
Jerry Paschke, 4611 Palumbo Ave., Rogers
Greg Frank, 5400 Balsam Lane, Plymouth
Terry Brennan, 1538 N. Timber Ridge, Fridley
Randy Pittman, 8150 University Ave., Fridley
Barb Rasmussen, 1504 S. Timber Ridge, Fridley
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OTI N by Mr. Saba, seconded by Ms. Modig, to approve the July
16, 1997 Planning Commission minutes.
ffPON A VOICE VOTF, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPLRSON-LLSCT RONDRICR
DLCLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
l. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MEETI G FOR AREA 2•
Mr. Kondrick stated that prior to conducting this meeting, he
� would like to make a statement. The purpose of the Planning Area
Meeting is to solicit your commenta to develop and produce the
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City's Comprehensive Plan. It is not the purpose to discuss
individual problems or issues, but to provide comments about the
City's future. Any personal attacks will not be tolerated.
Please be brief and to the point, keeping your comments within
five minutes or less.
Ms. Dacy stated this is the second Planning Area Meeting in the
City�s process to develop and produce the City�s Comprehensive
Plan. Last month on July 16th, Planning Area 1 met and next
month on September 17th, Planning Area 3 will meet to discuss
their input and concerns. If any member of the public is unable
to attend their scheduled meeting, they may come to another
meeting. Each Planning Area has been m�iled a survey to be
reviewed at this meeting, soliciting comments as to where people
believe the City should be headed. In the early 1980's a plan
was a adopted and now it is time to plan for the next century. A
Comprehensive Plan incorporates social, environmental and built
environment in an effort to relate them to a set of goals or
principles. This process will take approximately 12 to 18
� months. The plan will be prepared and then the following year
reviewed. This will be an enlightening process with survey
results being very informative.
Ms. McPherson reviewed the survey results of Planning Area 2
which is north of Rice Creek and east of Highway 65 on the east
and north borders. There were 548 aurveys mailed in Area 2. The
City received 43 survey responses, a 7.8% return rate.
Respondents were compared to Area 1. For the most part the areas
are similar. The average age is 41 to 60. A higher response
rate was received from the 31 to 40 age range and less from those
in the 60 to 80 age range when compared to Area 1. Respondent
Residency Length was also compared to Area 1. Area 1 was even
across the board. Area 2 has less people living in the City 21
to 30 years and there were more responses from people living in
the area less than 11 years. Trends in survey issues seen
include; parks, City services, City government (administrative or
council), tax levels, neighbors or people they meet daily, access
and traffic, safety and crime levels, schools and quietness of
neighborhoods. Survey results from Area 2 seem to say that
people like the services they receive. They did not like the
^ administrative process or City government. Comments were
negative concerning systematic code enforcement and its affect on
items such as personal property rights and how it affects their
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daily livea. Most people responded they liked the quality of
property upkeep and their neighbors. Conversely they disliked
that some neighbors did not keep up their property. There are
some specific locational comments which are illustrated on the
map in the City Hall lobby. Another area comment was concerning
general road conditions of major access points and area streets
such as the adverse impact with the Osborne Road improvements and
the condition of Central Avenue. City service comments were
positive but some thought snow plowing was slow. The population
is stable and Fridley has a small town feeling.
Ms. McPherson stated, for this evening we want to find out
residents opinions as to what Fridley should be in the year
2010. We also want to ask residents about their concerns as well
as for possible solutions to their concerns, and their goals for
the next 10 years.
Mr. Kondrick thanked those who have responded to the survey and
to those present this evening, for participating in the planning
� process.
Mr. Saba asked why the response to the survey was so low?
Ms. Dacy stated a written survey includes very open ended and
broad questions. The City also conducts a telephone survey. Due
to the limited budget there was a need to utilize the written
survey. Cable TV videos will also be utilized and interactive
series of ineetings to accompany the survey process. The City is
disappointed in the return rate but hopes to build momentum for
Area 3 and 4, to provide better attendance. An ad will be
placed in the Focus as well.
People are very busy and it is difficult to solicit response.
Mr. Sielaff asked, what was the response rate in Area 1 and what
is a typical response rate?
Ms. McPherson reported there was a 6% response rate from Area 1.
The City mailed 2,792 surveys and invitations to residents in
Area l. 128 surveys were received.
n Ms. Dacy reported in the past the City has received about 25% in
response to a written survey.
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Mr. Kondrick asked if there were any members of the audience
living in Area 2 who would like to come forward to voice their
interests or concerns.
Terry Brennan, of 1538 Timber Ridge addressed the Commission
stating she is new to Fridley. Ms. Brennan moved from Northeast
Minneapolis in order to enroll her child in the Fridley schools.
Ms. Brennan is very happy with the City and encouraged the
Planning Commission not to mess it up. Ms. Brennan liked the
housing mix which includes single and multiple units combined and
traffic flow. Issues related to mass transit expansion could
result in a drive-through community. Ms. Brennan's main concern
was, what type of programs or facilities are available for middle
and high school kids? Ms. Brennan is also concerned about
keeping the green areas that we have right now and not be
consumed by other kinds of development. The infrastructure
should be kept in place such as Central Avenue, as it needs to be
repaved. Ms. Brennan wasn't sure that Central Avenue needs to be
made larger, outside of 4:30 to 6:00 it is not a bad road to
^ drive on. Shopping and health clinics are convenient. Long
term, Ma. Brennan recommended the Commission think about the
"quiet jewel that Fridley is". Anything you do, such as the
expansion of Medtronic for example, think of how it will affect
that jewel. Ms. Brennan's experiences with the City staff have
been very pleasant and it has been a very pleasant place to live.
Ms. Brennan suggested perhaps there was not enough time to
respond to the survey.
Mr. Saba asked for Ms. Brennan's comments about the new
bikeway/walkway.
Ms. Brennan stated she thought the bikeway was great because it
is already being used and addresses safety factors for her
daughter. Ms. Brennan's experience was first shock, was this the
right thing to do, spending money on a bikeway when the road is
in such terrible shape? However, she anticipates a lot of use by
the community.
Barb Rasmussen, 1504 Timber Ridge stated her major concern is
Central Avenue and the pot holes. Ms. Rasmussen was discouraged
�,,,1 that the bikeway went in with Central Avenue being in such poor
�� shape. Ms. Rasmussen feels safe in her home and park. However,
the park does not seem to be well kept anymore and questions the
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County�s maintenance. Storms are a concern due to the trees
around her home. Perhaps the City of Fridley should check with
the County about maintenance.
Mr. Saba asked if Ms. Rasmussen has thought of how she would like
to see the City in 2010.
Ms. Rasmussen stated that keeping up the existing structures is
her priority.
Mr. Kondrick asked Ms. Rasmussen if she had any thoughts about
mass transit or street lighting?
Mr. Kondrick stated that Central Avenue is a County road and
requires the County to maintain it.
Ms. Rasmussen stated, No. She likes the convenience of her own
vehicle and would never feel safe walking around at night.
^ Ms. Rasmussen's teenage daughter stated that teenagers need
something to do. Skateboarding or rollerblading is not allowed.
There should be a place to go to play video games or other
activities.
Ms. Dacy encouraged her to contact the Park and Recreation
Department as there may be a program already in place to fit her
needs.
Mr. Kondrick asked, how will people in Area 2 know the results of
the survey?
Ms. Dacy stated that if anyone wants to call City Hall to find
out results that is fine. However, a final report and analysis
will be compiled.
Mr. Saba stated he has heard comments that we want to maintain
what we have, and we want more of what we have. Mr. Saba
expressed concern about the biketrail and the new grass planted,
being dead and full of weeds near Sam's Club. This is a terrible
image problem. Mr. Saba stated the City must make a strong
� effort to maintain what we have. This evening we have heard that
the County Park is not adequately maintained. This is a City
problem, an image problem, we must be mindful and have a strong
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emphasis on maintenance of all our amenities.
Ms. Modig asked if staff has had any contact with the County as
far as plans with the park?
Ms. Dacy will follow up with the County. Ms. Dacy reported there
have been many comments on the right of way areas such as the
University Avenue right of way, and tall grass. MnDOT mows twice
a year. This year with all the rain we have, that may not be
sufficient. In the past there
were special programs to deal with the additional maintenance.
Due to budget cuts there are no longer additional programs to
assist with maintenance.
Ms. Modig reported some communities work with the boy scouts or
another club to adopt an area of the roadway to pick up trash and
mow. Perhaps the City needs to implement a project for
volunteers because our image is at stake.
Ms. Dacy stated the next meeting for Planning Area 3 is September
17, 1997.
2. PUBLIC HEARTNG• CONSIDERTION OF A REZONING ZOA #97 02j BY
THE HOUSING CORP FOR SIiA�DRICK & LAB AU POST 303 AMERICAN
LEGION:
To rezone property from Single Family Residential to Local
Business in order to allow construction of an expanded
parking lot for the American Legion, on Lot 2, Block l,
Walnut Addition, generally located at 1360 Onondaga Street
N.E.
OT O by Mr. Oquist, seconded by Mr. Sielaff, to waive the
reading of the public hearing notice and to open the public
hearing.
IIPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYg, CHAIRPERSON-ELECT RONDRICR
D�CLARgD THE MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN AT 8:08
P.M.
Ms. McPherson stated the American Legion #303 has requested that
^' 1360 Onondaga Street N.E. be rezoned from R-1, Single Family
Dwelling to C-2, General Business. If approved, the Legion
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proposes to construct an expanded parking area of 30 spaces on
the subject property.
Ms. McPherson stated the property is located east of Central
Avenue on Onondaga Street. Surrounding properties are zoned C-2,
General Business, C-1, Local Business, and R-1, Single Family
Dwelling. The subject property contains a single family dwelling
and detached garage. There are three criteria which must be
evaluated prior to the City approving a rezoning request. They
are the compatibility of the proposed use with the proposed
district, the compatibility of the proposed district with
adjacent uses and zoning, and the compliance of the proposed use
with the proposed district requirements.
Ms. McPherson stated the existing American Legion building has an
existing parking lot on Central Avenue. The American Legion is
a permitted use in the C-2, General Business zoning district.
The parking lot is a permitted accessory use. In 1975 the City
approved a rezoning for the American Legion property. This
� request would extend the commercial zoning an additional 50 feet
into the neighborhood. The additional land will allow the
American Legion to meet the parking requirements. This is a
nonconforming use as the building was constructed in 1952, in
accordance with C-1, Local Business zoning. In 1976 the property
was rezoned to C-2, General Business in order to allow the
continuation of. a liquor license. The proposal is to expand the
parking area which meets the setback requirements. Screening
from the public right of way is provided as well as a six foot
high fence to screen parking from residential properties.
Ms. McPherson stated staff recommends that the Planning
Commission recommend approval of the request to the City Council
with the following stipulations:
1. A Comprehensive Plan amendment shall be approved prior to
construction of the expanded parking area.
2. A$5,000 performance bond shall be submitted to ensure
completion of the landscape and fence.
Mr. Kondrick asked if notices were sent to local residents and
� what was the response?
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Ms. McPherson stated notices were sent. A person who had read
the notice in the Focus News called with an inquiry.
Mr. Kondrick asked if the entire parking area will be hedged and
fenced?
Ms. McPherson stated the east area will be hedged. The fenced
area will be six feet tall.
Mr. Sielaff asked about the reason for the American Legion
acquiring this property. Is it because of code compliance or
parking problems?
Ms. McPherson stated there are notes on file concerning parking
for the American Legion. They have wanted to provide off street
parking for the facility. In terms of the code, they will meet
the requirements, however this will not ensure that off street
parking will not be needed due to a special event.
r...1 John Litchy, the architect for the project reported that his
secretary lives near the American Legion and reported the
neighborhood is very pleased for the proposal to get cars off the
street.
Mr. Saba asked, if the area been looked at as far as drainage is
concerned?
Ms. McPherson stated the Engineering Department has reviewed the
plan and it is in compliance with storm sewer requirements.
Mr. Oquist stated there is an area on the map that already
addresses the drainage issue.
MOTION by Ms. Modig, seconded by Mr. Saba, to close the public
hearing.
Ms. Modig recommended approval, to help with some of the parking
problems the facility occasionally has.
Mr. Saba stated he want�d to be certain that there are not any
problems with the residential area concerning the comprehensive
� plan of the City.�
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Mr. Oquist asked who owns the property now?
Ms. McPherson reported the American Legion has a purchase
agreement with the current property owner.
IIPON A VOICE VOTFs, ALL VOTING AYL, CHAIRPLRSON-LLLCT RONDRICR
DLCLARED THL MOTION CARRIBD AND THE PTJBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 8:20
P.M.
OT O by Ms. Modig, seconded by Mr. Sielaff, to recommend
approval of ZOA #97-02, by the Housing Corp. for Shaddrick &
Labeau Post 303 American Legion to rezone property from Single
Family Residential to Local Business in order to allow
construction of an expanded parking lot for the American Legion,
on Lot 2, Block 1, Walnut Addition, generally located at 1360
Onondaga Street N.E. with the following stipulations:
1. A Comprehensive Plan amendment shall be approved prior to
construction of the expanded parking area.
2. A$5,000 performance bond shall be submitted to ensure
completion of the landscape and fence.
IIPON A VOICL VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON-ELECT RONDRICR
DECLARED THL MOTION CARRILD UNANIMOIISLY.
Mr. Kondrick stated this motion will go before City Council on
September 8, 1997.
3. PUBLIC H�ARING• CONSIDERATION OF A PRELIMInTARY PLAT P�� 7
92. BY WA?,-M.�RT STORES INC •
To subdivide property into two lots; one for Sam's Club and
the second a vacant lot for sale, on Part of the Southwest
Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 2, Township 30,
Range 24; Lot 2, Block 2, Caba Realty First Addition; and Lot
l, Block 1, Vantage Companies Addition, generally located at
8150 University Avenue N.E.
OTI by Ms. Modig, seconded by Mr. Sielaff, to waive the
reading of the public hearing notice and to open the public
hearing.
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IIPON A VOICL VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON-LLECT RONDRICR
DLCLARED THE MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUHLIC HEARING OPEN AT 8:23
P.M.
Ms. McPherson stated the request by Greg Frank of McCombs, Frank
Roos, and Associates, currently representing Wal-Mart, requests
that the City approve a preliminary plat entitled ��Walton
Addition". The proposed plat is for property generally located
at the intersection of 81st Avenue and University Avenue. The
plat will create four lots; one containing Sam's Club (12.96
acres), a second lot of 7.11 acres to be sold in the future, an
outlot which contains a storm water pond which will service both
Lot 1 and Lot 2(1.81 acres} and the fourth, dedicated right-of-
way for the West University Avenue Service Road.
Ms. McPherson stated Sam's Club was constructed in 1986. This
property was rezoned in 1985 from industrial to commercial. In
1986 a lot split was approved, and in 1993, the City approved a
special use permit to allow the sale of cars, boats or RV's twice
^ per year. In 1991, the petitioner submitted a plat request in
order to allow construction of a Wal-Mart store adjacent to Sam's
Club. This plat was not approved. A 1992 plat entitled "Sam's
Addition" was withdrawn.
Ms. McPherson stated the proposed plan meets minimum lot area
requirements for the C-3, General Shopping Center zoning
district. The north portion of proposed Lot 2 is currently zoned
C-2, General Business. In order to promote consistent zoning on
Lot 2, staff is recommending a stipulation which requires
rezoning of this portion from C-2, General Business to C-3,
General Shopping Center district. This rezoning needs to occur
prior to any development on Lot 2.
Ms. McPherson stated the storm water pond is adequate to contain
run-off from full development of both lots. Several stipulations
are recommended to insure cross-parking and access easements arad
joint use and maintenance of the storm water pond. Stipulations
from previous agreements will also carry forward with the
request. Specifically, contribution to a possible signal at 82nd
Avenue.
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend approval
of the request with the following stipulations:
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1. A joint storm water pond use and maintenance agreement shall
be executed and recorded againat Outlot A, Walton Addition.
2. Cross-parking and access easements shall be executed and
recorded against Lot 1 and Lot 2, block 1, Walton Addition.
3. That portion of Walton Addition currently defined as Lot 2,
Block 2, Caba Realty lst Addition shall be rezoned from C-2,
General Business to C-3, General Shopping Center District
prior to construction of any improvements on Lot 2, Block 1,
Walton Addition.
4. The petitioner agrees that both Lot 1 and Lot 2, Walton
Addition, shall be assessed for the installation of a
stoplight at 83rd and.University Avenues.
Ms. McPherson stated there is also a park dedication fee of .023
per square foot to be calculated prior to the City Council
receiving the request.
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Mr. Sielaff asked should this read that plat 2 is contingent on
rezoning? Are we assuming the rezoning will occur?
Mr. Oquist stated when the property is developed, rezoning will
be determined. Perhaps we need to clarify the point by adding,
"Prior to development, the addition shall be rezoned".
Ms. McPherson stated if the lots were to be subdivided
proportionately, these lots could meet the requirements as they
are currently stated. A separate request will be made upon
development of Lot 2.
Ms. Dacy stated the stipulation does require a rezoning
application sometime in the future to resolve the
inconsistencies.
Mr. Frank, representing Wal-Mart, addressed the Commission
stating he is in agreement with the stipulations.
Mr. Sielaff asked if there was a buyer for the property now.
'� Mr. Frank re orted a
p purchase agreement has not been signed at
this time.
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MOTION by Mr. Sielaff, seconded by Mr. Oquist, to close the
public hearing.
UPON A VOICL VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON-ELECT R,ONDRICR
DLCLARED THE MOTION CARRIED AND TH]3 PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 8:33
P.M.
T O by Mr. Oquist, seconded by Mr. Sielaff, to recommend
approval of P.S. #97-02, by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., to subdivide
property into two lots; one for Sam's Club and the second a
vacant lot for sale, on Part of the Southwest Quarter of the
Northwest Quarter of Section 2, Township 30, Range 24; Lot 2,
Block 2, Caba Realty First Addition; and Lot 1, Block l, Vantage
Compani�s Addition, generally located at 8150 University Avenue
N.E. with the following stipulations:
1. A joint storm water pond use and maintenance agreement shall
be executed and recorded against Outlot A, Walton Addition.
� 2. Cross-parking and access easements shall be executed and
recorded against Lot 1 and Lot 2, block 1, Walton Addition.
3. That portion of Walton Addition currently defined as Lot 2,
Block 2, Caba Realty lst Addition shall be rezoned from C-2,
General Business to C-3, General Shopping Center District
prior to development.
4. The petitioner agrees that both Lot 1 and Lot 2, Walton
Addition „ shall be assessed for the installation of a
stoplight at 83rd and University Avenues.
5. The petitioner shall pay a park dedication fee of $13,359.03.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYL, CHAIRPERSON-LLLCT KONDRICK
DI�CLARLD THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Ms. McPherson stated this motion will go before the City Council
on September 8, 1997.
4. PLTBLIC �ARIN • nN�TDERATION OF A LOT SPLIT REOL�'ST
L.S.#97-02 BY GERALD W PAG�'HKE-
� To split a portion of 7922 Ranchers Road and add it to 7940
Ranchers Road to allow construction of an addition, on Lots 7
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and 8, Block 4, University Industrial Park, generally located
at 7922 & 7940 Ranchers Road N.E.
T ON by Mr. Saba, seconded by Ms. Modig, to waive the reading
of the public hearing notice and to open the public hearing.
IIPON A VOIC$ VOTg, ALL VOTING AY$, CHAIRPgRSON-�L�CT RONDRICR
D�CLARED TH$ MOTION CARRI�D AND THE P'0'BLIC HEARING OPEN AT 8:37
P.M.
Ms. McPherson stated the request by Gerald Paschke, is for a lot
split be approved to split a 20� x 75� (1,500 sq. ft.) parcel of
land from 7922 Ranchers Road and add it to the property at 7940
Ranchers Road. If the lot split is approved, a 5,637 square foot
addition would be constructed on EDM Machine Shop located at 7940
Ranchers Road.
Ms. McPherson stated both properties are zoned M-1, Light
�-.� Industrial. In 1985 the City granted parking variances to 7940
Ranchers Road. In 1984, a lot split was approved to split the
southerly 30 feet of this lot and attach it to 7922 Ranchers
Road. The proposed lot split does not create a buildable lot.
The lot areas of both properties do not meet the 1 1/2 acre
requirement. The lot coverage will increase to 39%, the maximum
allowed is 40% in industrial areas. An easement for drainage,
ingress and egress parking over the subject parcels and
properties to the north was approved in 1985. At the time of
approval, the minutes stated that this easement was necessary to
provide adequate parking for the developments.
Ms. McPherson stated the petitioner proposes a zero lot line
development. However, an 18 inch gap is proposed between the two
buildings. This should be closed to eliminate future maintenance
problems. The Engineering Department is concerned with the
capacity of the regional drainage pond.
Ms. McPherson stated the request does not create lots which meet
the minimum 1 1/2 acre lot area requirement. Staff recommends
that the Planing Commission recommend denial of the lot split to
the City Council. If the Commission approves the request, the
� following stipulations are recommended:
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1. No further development on the subject or surrounding vacant
properties shall occur until an analysis of the capacity of
the regional stormwater pond occurs and is approved by the
City.
2. The petitioner shall eliminate the appearance of an 18 inch
gap between the proposed addition and the existing building
located at 7922 Ranchers Road.
Mr. Sielaff asked if the recommendation is to connect the two
buildings.
Ms. McPherson stated yes, to architecturally connect the two
buildings.
Ms. Modig asked, how close are they to the 1-1/2 acre
requirement?
Ms. McPherson stated roughly both lots are 47,00 square feet in
�—,1 area, roughly an acre.
Mr. Hickok stated there are 47,500 square feet on each lot. An
acre is 43,560 square feet. This is 1.08 acres. The proposal
falls an acre short of what we typically have in this district.
Mr. Oquist stated, they are not in compliance right now.
Ms. McPherson stated that is correct. The properties, while
complying with the minimum lot area requirements for properties
platted prior to 1983, do not meet the lot area requirement of 1-
1/2 acres, which is required for plats and lot splits approved
after that date.
Mr. Sielaff asked, why is there 18 inches between the two
buildings?
Mr. Hickok stated ideally the buildings should be connected.
This has the effect of being joined, like a multi-tenant, and
maintaining the 18 inches is not practical.
Mr. Jerry Paschke addressed the Commission explaining this is
^ about the twelfth buildin he has develo ed in the area
g P , pointing
out an identical development on 81st with two separate buildings.
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Both buildings are built on one footing. The proposed
development will be built on two footings. The 18 inch
difference between the buildings are to accommodate the existing
footing on the current building. If there were a fire, one
building could be completely destroyed, while one may remain
standing. There will be no maintenance or fire problems.
Mr. Kondrick asked if the Commission stipulates the 18 inch
enclosure, will he be opposed?
Mr. Paschke stated he would accept the enclosure. The company at
7940 Ranchers Road employs up to 48 employees on three shifts,
the largeat having 26 employees. The addition will be used for
both manufacturing and storage purposes. There is adequate
parking on site to accommodate the expansion.
Mr. Oquist requested clarification, the expansion is for EDM to
be housed in a separate building, and how would he enclose the 18
inches?
n Mr. Paschke responded, he does not have any objections to the
stipulations and it will be enclosed with block. Addressing the
drainage plan Mr. Paschke stated, this year especially, we have
been exposed to major storms and the pond has accommodated the
water very well. The new building will add 900 cubic feet to the
pond, which it can accommodate. The pond is approximately 200' X
200' therefore we will be adding a quarter of an inch of water to
the pond.
OT O by Mr. Saba, seconded by Mr. Oquist, to close the public
hearing.
UPON A VOICB VOT$, ALL VOTING AY�, CHAIRP�RSON-ELECT RONDRICR
DECLARED TH8 MOTION CARRIgD AND THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 8:45
P.M.
Mr. Oquist requested clarification on stipulation #1, there will
be no additional development after this request?
Ms. McPherson stated that is correct.
^ Mr. Oquist suggested the wording be changed on stipulation #2
concerning the enclosure of the 18 inch gap.
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Mr. Kondrick stated he did not have a problem with the
development as long as they close up the 18 inch gap.
Mr. Oquist stated positively, this is an industrial area with an
upgrade in landscape.
OTIO by Mr. Sielaff, seconded by Ms. Modig, to recommend
approval of L.S. #97-02, by Gerald W. Paschke, Inc., to split a
portion of 7922 Ranchers Road and add it to 7940 Ranchers Road to
allow construction of an addition, on Lots 7 and 8, Block 4,
University Industrial Park, generally located at 7922 & 7940
Ranchers Road N.E. with the following stipulations:
1. No further development on the subject or surrounding vacant
properties shall occur until an analysis of the capacity of
the regional stormwater pond occurs and is approved by the
City.
2. The petitioner shall close the 18 inch gap between the
� proposed addition and the existing building located at 7922
Ranchers Road.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYg, CHAIRP�RSON-gL�CT RONDRICK
D�CLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Mr. Kondrick stated this motiori will go before the City Council
on September 8, 1997.
5. RECEIVE TNF MI�TES OF THE PARKS & RECREA.TICIN C�MPRISSION
�EETING OF JLTNF' 16 1997
OTION by Mr. Saba, seconded by Mr. Oquist, to receive the
minutes of the Parks & Recreation Commission meeting of June 16,
1997.
UPON A VOICE VOTis, ALL VOTING AYL, CHAIRPER30N-FsLECT RONDRICR
DECLARED THE MOTION CAR,RIED UNANIMO'0'SLY .
6• t�ECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL O Tz�T jTy �� ��RGY
COMMISSION MEETING OF JUrTE 17. 1997
'� TI N by Mr. Sielaff, seconded by Mr. Saba, to receive the
minutes of the Environmental Quality & Energy Commission meeting
^ PI�ANNING CO1�IlMlISSION MEFTING AIIG'�ST 20 1997 PAfsL 17
of June 17, 1997.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON-ELECT RONDRICR
DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED �1�TANIMO'OSLY .
7. RECEIVE THE MINL'►'T'FS OF THE APP LS COMMISSION MEETING OF
JLn,v 9. 1997
OT O by Ms. Modig, seconded by Mr. Sielaff, to receive the
minutes of the Appeals Commission meeting of July 9, 1997.
IIPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPSRSON-ELLCT RONDRICR
DECLARED THF MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOIISLY.
8. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF TH HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
MEETING OF JULY 10 1997
O ION by Mr. Saba, seconded by Mr. Sielaff, to receive the
minutes of the Housing & Redevelopment Authority meeting of July
� 10, 1997.
UPON A VOICL VOTE, ALL VOTING AYL, CHAIRPERSON-LLECT RONDRICR
DTCLARED THL MOTION CARRILD IINANIMOUSLY.
9. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE JOINT HRA/CITY COrN'CIL MEETING OF
�n'�Y 21 1997
OT O by Mr. Oquist, seconded by Ms. Modig, to receive the
minutes of the Joint HRA/City Council meeting of July 21, 1997.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON-ELECT RONDRICK
DLCLARLD THE MOTION CARRIED IINANIMOU'SLY.
OTHER BUSINESS•
Mr. Hickok provided a brief update concerning the request by Home
Depot to allow outdoor sales and storage space, reviewed by the
City Council on July 14th and August 11th. The City Council
would not pass the items without modifications made to integrate
the area into their building. There were no modifications made.
The City Council denied Home Depot's request to allow outdoor
� sales and display through the special use permit process.
^ PLANNING CONII4IISSION MEETING AIIGIIST 20 1997 PAG$ 18
Mr. Hickok stated the home on the property at 216 - 57th Avenue
was demolished to make way for a recently-approved multi-tenant
retail facility.
A lot split request by Monte Maher was approved for his property
in Riverview Heights.
The special use permit by Mr. Foster for a second accessory
building at his home on East River Road was approved by the City
Council.
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OT ON by Mr. Saba, seconded by Mr. Sielaff, to adjourn the
meeting.
IIPON A VOICE VOTL, ALL VOTING AYB, CHAIRPLRSON-LLLCT RONDRICIt
DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED AND THE AIIGIIST 20, 1997, PLANNING
C01�2ISSION N�ETING ADJOIIRNED AT 9:00 P.M.
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Respectfully submitted,
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Debbie Kidder
Recording Secretary
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S I G N— IN S H E E T
PLANNING COMMIBSION.MEETING, � Wednesday, August 20, 1997
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