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PL 05/05/2004 - 30868� CITY OF FRIDLEY PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 5. 2004 CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Savage called the May 5, 2004, Planning Commission meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Members present: Barbara Johns, Larry Kuechle, David Kondrick, Diane Savage, Dean Saba, Leroy Oquist and Brad Dunham. Others present: Stacy Stromberg, City Planner Rebecca Brazys, Recording Secretary Jay Windschitl, Tradition Homes John Capretz, 7335 East River Road Gerald Kangas, 5530 6th Street Doug Johnson, Tradition Homes APPROVE PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES — March 17, 2004 MOTION by Mr. Saba, seconded by Mr. Oquist, to approve the March 17, 2004 Planning Commission minutes. '"� UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 1. PUBLIC HEARING Consideration of a Preliminary Plat, PS #04-02, by John and Sandra Capretz, to divide one single family lot into finro single family lots, generally located at 7335 East River Road NE. MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Ms. Johns, to open the public hearing. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 7:32 P.M. Ms. Stromberg explained the petitioners are seeking to replat this property into two single family lots. The existing home was built prior to 1949 and is located on the southem portion of the lot. The existing lot is approximately 170 feet by 234 feet, which is 39,780 square feet. The petitioner plans to subdivide the lot into 2 single family lots, one of which will accommodate the existing home and the other will allow for the construction of a new single-family home. Ms. Stromberg stated the Fridley city code requires that lots in the R-1 district be a minimum of 75 feet in width with a minimum total lot area of 9,000 square feet. The proposed Lot #1 will be 75 feet in width and 16,790 square feet in size after the replat. The proposed Lot 2 will be 93.44 feet in width and 22,600 square feet in size after the replat. ^ Ms. Stromberg stated that City staff received comments from Anoka County regarding this replat on May 3, too late to incorporate their comments in the member's packets for tonight's meeting, but their comments have been added as required stipulations. Anoka County has PLANNING COMNIISSION MEETING, MAY 5, 2004 PAGE 2 i"� determined that a single wide driveway is not acceptable, therefore stipulation #9 has been _ modified and stipulations 10, 11 and 12 have been added. Ms. Stromberg stated that City staff recommends approval of this plat request with the following stipulations as the lots meet the minimum requirements and it provides additional home ownership opportunities for Fridley residents. Ms. Stromberg stated that staff recommends that if the preliminary plat is approved, the following stipulations be attached: 1. Property owner of record shall obtain all necessary permits prior to construction. 2. Property owner of record at time of building permit application to pay required $1, 500 park fee prior to issuance of building permits. 3. Property owner of record at time of building permit application to pay all water and sewer connection fees prior to issuance of a building permit. 4. Property owner of record at time of building permit application shall obtain a permit from Anoka County for any work done within the county right-of-way. 5. Petitioner to properly maintain Lot #1 until sale occurs. 6. Provide proof that any existing wells or individual sewage treatment systems located on the site are properly capped or removed. 7. Petitioner shall provide easements as shown on preliminary plat drawing. 8. Grading and drainage plan to be approved by City's engineering staff prior to issuance of any building permits, in order to minimize impacts to the surrounding properties. 9. Each property shall have there own access onto East River Road, defined and ^ separated with B6-18 curb drops and aprons. 10. Access to Lots 1 and 2 shall be made within 30 feet of their common property lines. 11. Property owner of record at time of building permit application to obtain residential access permit from Anoka County Highway Department for the new access to Lot 1. 12. Each property shall be accessed through proper, legal driveways. Mr. Oquist questioned what would happen if Anoka County denies a second access to East River Road. Ms. Stromberg responded that the staff received a letter from Anoka County stating that each lot must have their own driveway, so they have to grant the second lot access. Mr. Kondrick asked who would be responsible for the cost of the second driveway. Ms. Stromberg stated the new property owner would be responsible for the cost of the new driveway. Mr. Oquist asked if there are any issues with the existing driveway. Ms. Stromberg explained that the existing driveway will need to be moved because it is currently over the property line. Chairperson Savage asked if the staff had heard any comments from neighbors. Ms. Stromberg stated they have not. Mr. Kondrick asked if the property owner is aware that he has to move his driveway. 2 � PLAN1vING CONIlVIISSION MEETING, MAY 5, 2004 PAGE 3 Ms. Stromberg replied that she contacted the petitioner and made him aware of this. Petitioner, John Capretz, was present and stated he agrees with the stipulations as presented. MOTION by Mr. Saba, seconded by Mr. Kondrick, to close the public hearing. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNAMINOUSLY AND THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 7:44 P.M. MOTION by Mr. Saba, seconded by Mr. Kondrick, to recommend to the City Council approval of preliminary plat request, PS #04-02, by John and Sandra Capretz, to divide one single family lot into two single family lots, generally located at 7335 East River Road, with the stipulations as presented: 1. Property owner of record shall obtain all necessary permits prior to construction. 2. Property owner of record at time of building permit application to pay required $1, 500 park fee prior to issuance of building permits. 3. Property owner of record at time of building permit application to pay all water and sewer connection fees prior to issuance of a building permit. 4. Property owner of record at time of building permit application shall obtain a permit from Anoka County for any work done within the county right-of-way. 5. Petitioner to properly maintain Lot #1 until sale occurs. 6. Provide proof that any existing wells or individual sewage treatment systems located on ^ the site are properly capped or removed. 7. Petitioner shall provide easements as shown on preliminary plat drawing. 8. Grading and drainage plan to be approved by City's engineering staff prior to issuance of any building permits, in order to minimize impacts to the surrounding properties. 9. Each property shall have there own access onto East River Road, defined and separated with 66-18 curb drops and aprons. 10. Access to Lots 1 and 2 shall be made within 30 feet of their common property lines. 11. Property owner of record at time of building permit application to obtain residential access permit from Anoka County Highway Department for the new access to Lot 1. 12. Each property shall be accessed through proper, legal driveways. � UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTIPIG AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 2. PUBLIC HEARING Consideration of a Preliminary Plat, PS #04-03, by Jay Windschitl, Tradition Homes, Inc. to allow the constnaction of a four-plex on the property generally located at 5541 5�' Street NE. MOTION by Mr. Oquist, seconded by Mr. Sabo, to open the public hearing. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE MOTION TO OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 7:48 P.M. Ms. Stromberg explained that Jay Windschitl, of Tradition Homes, Inc., is requesting to replat the property located at 5541 5�' Street to create 5 separate lots from part of Lot 26 and Lots 27, � PLANNING CONIlVIISSION MEETING, MAY 5, 2004 PAGE 4 n 28, and 29, Block 7, Hamiltons Addition to Mechanicsville, in order to construct a 4 unit owner- occupied town-home development. Ms. Stromberg stated that the property is zoned R-3, Multi-Family, as are all surrounding properties. A wrecking permit was issued in 2002 to remove the home and garage, both of which were constructed prior to 1951. The property as it exists today is vacant. Ms. Stromberg stated that the City code requires that lots in the R-3, Multi-Family zoning district, have a minimum lot area of 15,000 square feet for a four unit dwelling. The subject property is 19,007 square feet which exceeds the minimum requirements. The proposed town-home development also meets all setback and lot coverage requirements. Ms. Stromberg stated that Ciry Staff recommends approval of this preliminary plat request as it provides additional housing opportunities for Fridley residents, with the following stipulations: 1. The final landscape plan shall meet code requirements for number of and size of plantings and be reviewed and approved by City staff prior to issuance of a building permit. 2. All landscaped areas shall have irrigation installed. 3. Brick on building elevations shall be extended up to the banding element above the garages (shown on submitted elevations). 4. A grading and drainage plan shall be submitted and approved by the City's engineering staff prior to issuance of a building permit. 5. A utility plan shall be submitted and approved by the City's engineering staff prior � to issuance of a building permit. 6. Individual services will be required for each unit. 7. Petitioner shall provide easements as shown on preliminary plat. 8. The petitioner shall pay applicable park dedication fee of $1,500 per unit prior to the issuance of any building permits. 9. The petitioner shall provide proof that any existing wells or individual sewage treatment systems located on the site are properly capped or removed. 10. Association documents to be filed with final plat. 11. A Development Agreement outlining the Developer's obligation to install utilities, etc., will be prepared by the City and shall be signed by the Petitioner prior to final plat approval. Mr. Saba asked if these town-homes will be owner occupied. Ms. Stromberg replied that yes, they will all be owner occupied. Chairperson Savage asked if the staff has received any comments about this proposal. Ms. Stromberg stated the staff received one call from a neighbor who was inquiring about the height of the structure and she had drainage concems. Staff explained to her that the grading and drainage plans are reviewed and approved by the city engineering staff. Ms. Johns asked if, in developments such as this, the residents are required to keep their garbage and recycling bins inside the garage. �, Ms. Stromberg explained that they are allowed to store them in the side yard. On this site, 5�' Street is the front yard for the whole development because that is where their main access is. 0 � PLANI�TING COMNIISSION MEETING, MAY 5, 2004 PAGE 5 Mr. Kuechle asked if the four lots are undemeath the buildings themselves and the fifth lot is the common area. Ms. Stromberg stated that is correct. Mr. Kondrick asked what is the height of the structure. Mr. Windschitl, petitioner, stated the building is 36.5 feet tall which meets the city ordinances. He also stated he has no objections to the stipulations recommended by staff. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND THE PUBLIC HEARIND CLOSED AT 7:54 P.M. MOTION by Mr. Sa6a, seconded by Mr. Kondrick, to recommend to the City Council approval of preliminary plat request, PS #04-03, by Jay Windschitl, Tradition Homes Inc., to allow the construction of a 4-plex on the property, generally located at 5541 5�' Street NE, with the following stipulations: 1. The final landscape plan shall meet code requirements for number of and size of plantings and be reviewed and approved by City staff prior to issuance of a building permit. 2. All landscaped areas shall have irrigation installed. 3. Brick on building elevations shall be extended up to the banding element above the garages (shown on submitted elevations). ^ 4. A grading and drainage plan shall be submitted and approved by the City's engineering staff prior to issuance of a building permit. 5. A utility plan shall be submitted and approved by the City's engineering staff prior to issuance of a building permit. 6. Individual services will be required for each unit. 7. Petitioner shall provide easements as shown on preliminary plat. 8. The petitioner shall pay applicable park dedication fee of $1,500 per unit prior to the issuance of any building permits. 9. The petitioner shall provide proof that any existing wells or individual sewage treatment systems located on the site are properly capped or removed. 10. Association documents to be filed with final plat. 11. A Development Agreement outlining the Developer's obligation to install utilities, etc., will be prepared by the City and shall be signed by the Petitioner prior to final plat approval. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 1. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE MARCH 4. 2004 HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING. MOTION by Mr. Oquist, seconded by Mr. Saba to accept the March 4 Housing and Redevelopment Authority minutes. ,� UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. � PLANNING COMIVIISSION MEETING, MAY 5, 2004 PAGE 6 -�"`� 2. RECIVE THE MINUTES OF THE MARCH 24. 2004 APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING. MOTION by Mr. Kuechle, seconded by Mr. Kondrick, to accept the March 24 Appeals Commission minutes. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 3. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 20. 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY 8� ENERGY COMMISISON MEETING. MOTION by Ms. Johns, seconded by Mr. Oquist, to accept the April 20 Environmental Quality & Energy Commission minutes. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 4. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 1, 2004 HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING. MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Mr. Oquist to accept the April 1 Housing and Redevelopment Authority minutes. � UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. � 5. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 5. 2003 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING. MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Mr. Oquist, to accept the April 5 Parks and Recreation Commission minutes. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. OTHER BUSINESS: Ms. Stromberg stated the next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for May 12, 2004 and the June 2, 2004 Plan Commission meeting has been cancelled. ADJOURNMENT: MOTION by Mr. Keuchle, seconded by Mr. Oquist, to adjoum. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE MOTION TO ADJOUR CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:58 PM. C PLANNING COMIVIISSION MEETING, MAY 5, 2004 PAGE 7 � �Respectfu� submitted, � � ,� / � ;�, ��_._. ���� c� � � R�ecca Brazys = Recording Secretary � � _...�__7 �l'E-- G? i � � � [� .Fiiii� CITY OF FRIDLEY SIGN-IN SHEET PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING � �� ----------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------- Address/Business G ��A� �t�l �S �� ��� S' � � � � � s� s�, ,��� r,