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CITY OF FRIDLEY
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, SEPTEMBER 18, 2002
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Savage called the September 18, 2002, Planning Commission meeting to order at
7:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Others Present:
Diane Savage, Dave Kondrick, Barb Johns, Larry Kuechle,
Dean Saba, Leroy Oquist, Brad Dunham
None
Stephanie Hanson, Planner
Kevin Swanson, 7053 Hickory Drive
APPROVE THE SEPTEMBER 4 2002. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES:
Ms. Savage stated that on page 11, she needs the "VPA records" that she stated, to be
changed to "BCA records." That means Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.
MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Ms. Johns, to approve the September 4, 2002, Planning
Commission meeting minutes as amended.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
1. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consideration of Special Use Permit, SP #02-09, by Kevin Swanson for a second
accessory structure, for storage purposes, generally located at 7053 Hickory Drive NE.
MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Mr. Kuechle, to waive the reading and open the public
hearing.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 7:32 P.M.
Ms. Hanson stated the petitioner is requesting a special use permit to construct a 960 square
foot accessory building located at 7053 Hickory Drive. Code requires a special use permit to
allow accessory buildings other than the first building over 240 square feet. Total square
footage of accessory structures is not to exceed 1,400 square feet. The total square footage of
all the existing and supposed structures on this site will be 1,400 square feet.
Ms. Hanson stated that the arborvitae and the birch tree will be transplanted to a different area
in the yard. There is also a site plan which shows that the structure will be located 12.5 feet
from the property line. Staff recommends approval as second accessory buildings over 240
square feet are permitted in the R-1 zoning district. Staff recommends the following stipulations:
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Staff shall conduct regular inspections of this site if at any time a trail simulating a
driveway is present, a hard surface driveway as approved by the City will need to be
expelled within 90 days.
The petitioner shall obtain all necessary building permits prior to construction.
The structure shall not be used for a home occupation or living area.
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4. All vehicles shall be stored on a hard surface as approved by the City.
� 5. Total square footage of all accessory structures must not exceed 1,400 square feet.
6. Accessory buildings shall be architecturally compatible with the same siding and color
scheme.
Ms. Savage stated that a second accessory structures cannot be used as a home occupation or
living area, but can it be used as a study?
Ms. Hanson stated that she is unsure of how to answer that. Living space is not permissible.
To the best of her knowledge, only storage is allowed.
Mr. Saba stated that he would like clarification on that.
Ms. Hanson stated she would have to consult with other staff before she could answer that
question.
Mr. Kuechle stated the definition of "living in the place" would be spending the night there.
Ms. Savage stated this can be clarified by staff at the next meeting.
Ms. Hanson stated staff would bring the answer to the next meeting.
Mr. Kuechle asked if she knew what the rule was regarding plumbing in an accessory building.
Ms. Hanson stated she did not.
n Mr. Kuechle asked if any construction was going on at this site right now.
Ms. Hanson stated that the petitioner did come in and get building permits.
Ms. Savage asked if she was aware of any opposition from the neighbors.
Ms. Hanson stated staff has not heard of any opposition.
The petitioner, Mr. Kevin Swanson, stated that he will use this building for vehicle storage. He
would store a truck, boat, and trailer in the building. He would prefer to put everything inside a
building. He has no use for a driveway and has no problem with the stipulations.
Mr. Kuechle asked if Mr. Swanson understood that he would not need a paved surface driveway
to his garage for occasional use of the garage.
Mr. Swanson stated that he understood.
Ms. Johns asked if he would meet all the setback requirements if there is a need to put in the
driveway.
Mr. Swanson stated he would. The property is a half acre, and the house is so close to the
street that there is a big backyard. There are no neighbors to the east, only to the north and the
south, and these neighbors have no problems with this request.
� Ms. Johns asked if the tree was transplantable.
Mr. Swanson stated that the birch tree was close. He is spending the extra money to try to
transplant that rather than spending money on more trees.
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� MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Mr. Kuechle, to close the public hearing.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 7:38 P.M.
Ms. Savage stated she does not have any problems with this request as it conforms to code.
Mr. Kondrick agreed.
MOTION by Mr. Saba, seconded by Mr. Kuechle, to recommend approval of special use permit,
SP #02-09, with the following stipulations:
1. Staff shall conduct regular inspections of this site if at any time a trail simulating a
driveway is present, a hard surface driveway as approved by the City will need to be
expelled within 90 days.
2. The petitioner shall obtain all necessary building permits prior to construction.
3. The structure shall not be used for a home occupation or living area.
4. All vehicles shall be stored on a hard surface as approved by the City.
5. Total square footage of all accessory structures must not exceed 1,400 square feet.
6. Accessory buildings shall be architecturally compatible with the same siding and
color scheme.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
^ Ms. Savage stated this request will go to the City Council on October 14.
2. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 1. 2002, HOUSING AND
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING:
MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Mr. Oquist, to receive the minutes.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
OTHER BUSINESS:
Ms. Hanson stated the October 16 Planning Commission meeting has been canceled.
ADJOURNMENT:
MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Ms. Johns, to adjourn the meeting.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED AIdD THE SEPTEMBER 18, 2002, PLANNING COMMISSION
ADJOURNED AT 7:44 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Sign L. Johns
Recording Secretary
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