PLA 02/20/2013
CITY OF FRIDLEY
A G E N D A
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2013 7:00 P.M.
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LOCATION: COUNCIL CHAMBERS
FRIDLEY MUNICIPAL CENTER, 6431 UNIVERSITY AVENUE NE
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
APPROVE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES: December 19, 2012
PUBLIC HEARING
1. :
Consideration of a Special Use Permit, SP #13-03, by the Pet Vet, to allow an Animal
Veterinary Clinic to be located within a portion of the building located at 7500 University
Avenue. The petitioner plans to relocate his business from the building at 7420 University
Avenue to the building at 7500 University Avenue to gain additional space.
PUBLIC HEARING
2. :
Consideration of a Special Use Permit, SP #13-02, by Medina Realty Inc., Samer Alamy on
behalf of the Islamic University of Minnesota, to allow a private school use with worship
space at the building located at 6831 Highway 65 NE.
3. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 3, 2013, HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY COMMISSION MEETING.
4. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 3, 2012, PARKS & RECREATION
COMMISSION MEETING.
OTHER BUSINESS:
ADJOURN
City of Fridley Land Use Application
SP#13-03 February 20, 2013
GENERAL INFORMATION SPECIAL INFORMATION
Applicant:
The Pet Vet SUMMARY OF PROJECT
Dr. Roland Hofineister The petitioner, Dr. Hofineister, is seeking a special
7420 University Avenue NE use permit to allow a Veterinary Clinic to be located
Fridley MN 55432 within a portion of the building located at 7500
Requested Action: University Avenue. The petitioner plans to relocate
Special Use Permit to allow a veterinary his business from the building at 7420 University
clinic Avenue to gain additional space.
Existing Zoning: SUMMARY OF ANALYSIS
C-2 (General Business) City Staff recommends approval of the special use
Location: permit, with stipulations.
7500 University Avenue Animal clinics,veterinary clinics, animal hospitals,
Size: public kennels, obedience schools and training
50,965 sq.ft. 1.17 acres services are a permitted special use in the C-2,
Existing Land Use: General Business zoning district.
Vacant Commercial Building CITY COUNCIL ACTION/60 DAY DATE
Surrounding Land Use &Zoning: City Council—March 11, 2013 6
N: Dominoes Pizza &C-1 0 Day—March 18, 2013
E: University Avenue & ROW
S: Commercial Building(Post Office) &C-2
W: Industrial Building& M-1
Comprehensive Plan Conformance:
Consistent with Plan
Zoning Ordinance Conformance:
Sec. 205.14.01.C.(10) requires a special use
permit to allow animal clinics,veterinary
clinics, animal hospitals, public kennels, a
obedience schools and training services.
Zoning History:
1965—Lot is platted.
1968—Building constructed.
There have been several interior alterations
to the building over the years.
Legal Description of Property:
Lots 7 and 8, Block 2,Commerce Park,
except road, subject to easement of record.
Public Utilities: Aerial of Subject Property
Building is connected. Staff Report Prepared by: Stacy Stromberg
Transportation:
The property receives access from the
University Avenue Service Drive.
Physical Characteristics:
Lot is flat and is contained by the building,
parking areas, with some green space on
the east side.
Land Use Application
Special Use Permit #13-03
REQUEST
The petitioner, Dr. Hofineister, is seeking a special use
permit to allow a Veterinary Clinic within a portion of the
building located at 7500 University Avenue. nm
The petitioner plans to relocate his business from the
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building at 7420 University Avenue to the building at 7500
University Avenue in order to gain additional space.
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SITE DESCRIPTION AND HISTORY ! i"°' €
The subject property is zoned C-2, General Business as is they $
property to the south. The property to the north is zoned C-
1, Local Business and the property to the west is zoned M-1,
Light Industrial. The University Avenue Service Road0h ,
borders the property on the east. The existing building was M„ �'
constructed in 1968. There have been several interior
modifications for different types of commercial users over ;P
the years. The building has been vacant since 2011. a
ANALYSIS
The petitioner is seeking a special use permit to allow a Veterinary Clinic within one of the tenant
spaces of the building located at 7500 University Avenue. There are 3 tenant spaces within the existing
building and the petitioner is planning to lease "Bay C",which is the space furthest to the west. It is 40
ft. by 80 ft.,which is 3,200 sq.ft. in size and will accommodate the needs of the business. The business
provides preventative health care, examination and treatment, spay and neuter surgery, dentistry,
general surgery,x-rays, and micro-chiping to its patients.
The City Code allows animal clinics,veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, public kennels, obedience
schools and training services in the C-2, General Business zoning district,with a special use permit.
Based on the square footage the petitioner will be leasing for his business, 13 parking stalls will be
required. There are 64 parking stalls on site, of which the petitioner indicates that his business typically
needs 4 spaces for employees and anywhere from 1 to 4 spaces for customers,for a total of 8 parking
stalls. This site provides more than enough parking stalls for this business.
There is very little green space on this site, which became a concern to staff because it left little area for
pet owners or employees to bring the animals to relieve themselves. Staff advised the petitioner that
the existing green area to the east of the building wouldn't be an acceptable space for this activity as it
would be a potential safety and traffic hazard with the circulation of post office customers. As a result,
the petitioner plans to remove 900 sq.ft. of the hard surface in the northwest corner of the site to
make green for a dog walk area.
With any type of animal facility there may be questions and concerns related to noise and odor. The
City does have an Animal Control ordinance, which defines at which point animal noise becomes a
nuisance.The City can also address odors and property maintenance related complaints through our
zoning code requirements. Therefore, if noise or odor were to become a concern for a neighboring
property owner, staff will be able to monitor the property for violations and handle them accordingly.
City staff hasn't heard any comments from neighboring property owners.
RECOMMENDATIONS
City Staff recommends approval of the special use permit request, subject to stipulations.
• Animal clinics,veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, public kennels,obedience schools and
training services are a permitted special use in the C-2, General Business zoning district.
STIPULATIONS
Staff recommends that if the special use permit is granted, the following stipulations be attached.
1. The petitioner shall obtain a building permit prior to interior modifications if required by the
Minnesota State Building code.
2. The petitioner shall comply with Minnesota State Building code requirements.
3. The petitioner shall obtain a sign permit prior to installation of any new signage.
4. The ventilation system needs to be designed so that no odors or organisms will spread between
wards or to the outside air.
5. There shall be no outside pens or holding areas for the animals.
6. Dog walk area shall be constructed with curb and installation of sod within 6 months of issuance
of this special use permit. This area shall be maintained regularly.
Special Use Permit Application---The Pet Vet:
The Pet Vet,Dr. Hofineister, is a graduate of the University of
Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine. He opened his Pet Vet
Clinic at 7420 University Ave. NE, in Fridley, in February of 1985. He
has outgrown that facility, thus, requiring the relocation to a larger
facility.
A. The space in the 7500 University Ave. Bldg. is to be used for:
The Pet Vet is a Companion Animal Veterinary clinic offering:
• Preventative health care
. Examination and treatment
• Spay and Neuter surgery
. Dentistry
. General surgery
. X-Rays
. Microchips and Tattooing
B. Typical Parking Needs: 4 spaces for employees and 1 to 4 spaces
for customers.
C. Location for dogs to relieve themselves---See Site Plan
D. Site Plan---See attached. The building site is 1.18 acres in size
with 64 parking stalls provided. The Pet Vet will be located in
Bay C,which is 40' x 80' in size, or 3,200 sq. ft. Bay C has easy
access to 30 or more parking stalls within a very short distance of
Bay C; 18 of which abut Bay C itself.
E. Special Use Permit conditions required of a veterinary clinic:
a. All windows in the area of the building housing animals shall be
double glazed with a fixed sash: There are no windows in the
area housing animals.
b. Any ventilation system shall be designed so that no odors or
organisms will spread between wards or to the outside air:
The ventilation system shall so be designed.
c. There shall be no outside pens or holding areas: This shall
be complied with.
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CITY OF FRIDLEY
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION
TO: All property owners/residents within 350 feet of property generally
located at 7500 University Avenue (planning to relocate from 7420
University to 7500 University.)
CASE NUMBER: Special Use Permit, SP 13-03
APPLICANT: Pet Vet
Petitioner or representative must attend the Planning Commission meeting.
PURPOSE. To allow an Animal Veterinary Clinic to be located within a portion of
the building located at 7500 University Avenue. The petitioner plans
to relocate his business from the building at 7420 university to 7500
University Avenue to gain additional space.
LOCATION OF 7500 University Avenue (planning to relocate from 7420 University to
PROPERTYAND 7500 University.)
LEGAL
DESCRIPTION: Lots 7 & 8, Block 2, Commerce Park, except road, subject to
easement of record.
DATE AND TIME OF Planning Commission Meeting:
HEARING: Wednesday, February 20, 2013, 7:00 p.m.
The Planning Commission Meetings are televised live the night
of the meeting on Channel 17.
PLACE OF HEARING: Fridley Municipal Center, City Council Chambers
6431 University Avenue N.E., Fridley, MN.
HOW TO 1. You may attend hearings and testify.
PARTICIPATE: 2. You may send a letter before the hearing to Julie Jones,
Planning Coordinator, at 6431 University Avenue N.E., Fridley,
MN 55432 or FAX at 763-571-1287.
SPECIAL Hearing impaired persons planning to attend who need an
ACCOMODATIONS: Interpreter or other persons with disabilities who require
auxiliary aids should contact Roberta Collins at 763-572-3500
no later than February 13, 2013. The TDD# is 763-572-3534.
ANY QUESTIONS: Contact Stacy Stromber , Planner, at 763-572-3595.
*PROPOSED CITY The proposed City Council meeting Date for this item will be
COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 11, 2013. *This date is subject to change
DATE: depending on the outcome of the Planning Commission
meeting. Please confirm City Council date prior to attending
City Council meeting.
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Anoka County GIS Petitioner: Dr. Roland Hofineister for the Pet Vet W E
Address: 7500 University Avenue NE
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LOFTHOUSE BAKERY PRODUCTS INC FLORES LUGENE&JAMES
800 MARKET ST PO BOX 618 7501 UNIVERSITY AVE
ST LOUIS,MO 63188-0618 FRIDLEY,MN 55432-0000
ZBIKOWSKI DELORES BARNA HOLDING COMPANY LLC
1671 CAMELOT LN NE 3948 CENTRAL AVE NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55432-0000 MPLS,MN 55421-0000
S O PROPERTIES LLC MCL HOLDINGS LLC
7398 UNIVERSITY AVENUE NE 7501 COMMERCE LN NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55432-0000 FRIDLEY,MN 55432-0000
DOHERTY PROPERTIES LLC FUDGE JEANNE
225 69TH PL NE 16005 MAKAH ST NW
FRIDLEY,MN 55432-0000 ANDOVER,MN 55304-0000
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7517 UNIVERSITY AVE NE 8462 MISSISSIPPI BLVD NW
FRIDLEY,MN 55432-0000 COON RAPIDS,MN 55433-0000
LORENZ EMIL P&LYNDA E COMMERCE PARK LLC
7507 UNIVERSITY AVE NE 10 RIVER PARK PLAZA STE 800
FRIDLEY,MN 55432-0000 ST PAUL,MN 55107
HALVORSON TRUSTEE GEORGE&HALVORSON TRUSTEE PATRICIA
12700 SHERWOOD PL STE#106
MINNETONKA,MN 55305
B&B PROPERTIES OF MN LLC
PO BOX 795
WILLMAR,MN 56201
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2280 E MEDICINE LK BLVD
PLYMOUTH,MN 55448-0000
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PUBLIC HEARING
BEFORE THE
PLANNING COMMISSION
Notice is hereby given that there will be a public hearing of the
Fridley Planning Commission at the Fridley Municipal Center, 6431
University Avenue N.E. on February 20, 2013, at 7 : 00 p.m. for the
purpose of :
Consideration of a Special Use Permit, SP #13-03, by the Pet
Vet, to allow an Animal Veterinary Clinic to be located within
a portion of the building located at 7500 University Avenue .
The petitioner plans to relocate his business from the
building at 7420 University Avenue to the building at 7500
University Avenue to gain additional space, legally described
as Lots 7 & 8 , Block 2 , Commerce Park, except road, subject to
easement of record.
Any and all persons desiring to be heard shall be given an
opportunity at the above stated time and place . Any questions
related to this item may be referred to Stacy Stromberg, Planner,
at 763-572-3595 .
Hearing impaired persons planning to attend who need an interpreter
or other persons with disabilities who require auxiliary aids
should contact Roberta Collins at 763-572-3500 no later than
February 13, 2013 . The TDD number is 763-572-3534 .
The proposed City Council meeting date for this item will be on
March 11, 2013 . *This date is subject to change depending on the
outcome of the Planning Commission meeting. Please confirm City
Council date prior to attending the City Council meeting.
DAVID KONDRICK
CHAIR
PLANNING COMMISSION
Publish: February 7, 2013
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FRIDLEY MUNICIPAL CENTER • 6431 UNIVERSITY AVE.N.E.FRIDLEY,MN 55432
(763)571-3450 • FAX(763)571-1287 • WWW.CI.FRIDLEY.MN.US
January 29, 2013
The Pet Vet
Attn: Dr. Roland Hofineister
7420 University Avenue NE
Fridley MN 55432
Dear Mr. Hofineister:
Per Minnesota Statute 15.99, local government units are required to notify land use applicants within
15 working days if their land use applications are complete. We officially received your application for a
Special Use Permit on January 18, 2013. This letter serves to inform you that your application is
complete.
Your Special Use Permit application hearing and discussion will take place at the City of Fridley Planning
Commission Meeting on February 20, 2013 at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers at 6431 University
Avenue. The City of Fridley City Council is scheduled to take final action on your Special Use Permit on
March 11, 2013 at 7:30 P.M. Please plan to be in attendance at both of the above referenced meetin s.
If you have any questions regarding this letter or the process, please feel free to contact me at 763-572-
3595.
Sincerely,
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Planner
cc: Kordiak Company
3948 Central Avenue
Columbia Heights MN 55421
Alan J. Hamel
Integrated Real Estate Services, Inc.
277 Coon Rapids Blvd.,Suite 210
Coon Rapids MN 55433
City of Fridley Land Use Application
SP#13-02 February 20, 2013
GENERAL INFORMATION SPECIAL INFORMATION
Applicant: Legal Description of Property:
Medina Realty, Inc. See attached.
Samer Alamy Public Utilities:
4930 Pennine Pass NE Building is connected.
Columbia Heights MN 55421 Transportation:
Requested Action: The property receives access from the Hwy 65
Special Use Permit to allow a private school Service Drive and 68`h Place.
with worship space. Physical Characteristics:
Location: Lot consists of the building, parking areas,with
6831 Hwy 65 some landscaped areas.
Existing Zoning: SUMMARY OF PROJECT
R-3 (Multi-Family) The petitioner, Mr. Alamy, on behalf of the Islamic
Size: University of Minnesota, is seeking a special use
4 parcels= 117,176 sq.ft. 2.69 acres permit to allow an Islamic University and worship
space within the existing building at 6831 Hwy 65.
Existing Land Use: SUMMARY OF ANALYSIS
Vacant Building, previously used for the City Staff recommends approval of the special use
Knights of Columbus permit, with stipulations.
Surrounding Land Use&Zoning: Churches and private schools are a permitted
N: Office Building and Single Family Home special use in the R-3, Multi-Family zoning district,
& R-3 and R-1 subject to stipulations.
E: Single Family Home& R-3 CITY COUNCIL ACTION/60 DAY DATE
S: Apartment Building& R-3 City Council—March 11, 2013
W: Hwy 65 & ROW 60 Day— March 18, 2013
Comprehensive Plan Conformance:
Consistent with Plan
Zoning Ordinance Conformance:
Sec. 205.09.01.C.(1) and (2) requires a
special use permit to allow a church and a
school in the R-3 zoning district.
Zoning History:
1939—(2) lots platted in the Brookview
Addition.
1963—(2) lots platted in the Harstad
Addition.
1965—Building constructed.
1970—SP#70-10 approved to improve and
expand a parking lot for the Knights of
Columbus.
1974—Building addition.
1988—SP#88-04 approved to allow
private, non-profit clubs and to allow
vehicle parking on a lot adjacent to
residential. Aerial of Subject Property
2001—SP#01-10 approved to allow trailers Staff Report Prepared by:Stacy Stromberg
to be parked in the rear yard.
Land Use Application
Special Use Permit #13-02
REQUEST
The petitioner, Mr. Alamy, of Median Realty, Inc., on behalf of the Islamic University of Minnesota, is
requesting a special use permit to allow an Islamic University with associated worship space within the
existing building at 6831 Hwy 65.
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the property to the west. The building was
constructed in 1965 and has been occupied by the
Knights of Columbus since the early 1970's. In an
1970 a special use permit was issued to expand a
parking lot for the Knights of Columbus. In 1974, If 67MAWW
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private, non-profit clubs and to allow vehicle
parking on a lot adjacent to residential. Lastly, in 2010 a special use permit was approved to allow
trailers to be parked in the rear yard to be used for temporary charity work of distribution of phone
books.
The property has been listed for sale for approximately 14 months. City staff has received many phone
calls inquiring about what types of businesses could utilize the existing building. Because the property is
zoned R-3, Multi-Family, commercial type businesses such as a privately owned banquet facility or
restaurant use would require a rezoning to a commercial designation. Schools, churches, medical
clinics, and daycares type uses are allowed in the R-3 zoning district with a special use permit. As a
result,the petitioner has applied for this special use permit.
ANALYSIS
The Islamic University of Minnesota (IUMN) has put an offer on the subject property contingent upon
approval of this special use permit request. As stated by the petitioner, "The IUMN was founded in
August of 2006 by a qualified and professional assembly of Muslim scholars and educators in the state of
Minnesota. The necessity of such an institution represents the strong belief in the need for an education
institution that serves both Muslims and non-Muslims communities of Minnesota and the US. There are
approximately 150,000 Muslims in Minnesota and close to 10 million Muslims in the US. IUMN will
serve as a bridge between the Muslim community and the greater community of Minnesota and the US.
We will serve as a bridge by introducing qualified graduates to the fields of teaching and religious
leadership, creating dialogues amongst different communities and reaching out to the community to
create better awareness and understanding of Islam. IUMN hopes to contribute to the positive
upbringing of young Muslims living in the US, as well as future generations, that they may grow-up to be
responsible American Muslims." The IUMN is mainly an on-line university with some classes offered in a
classroom environment of 10-15 students per class offered on Fridays,Saturdays, and Sundays. They
offer Bachelor, Masters and PhD's in Islamic Studies.
The IUMN would like to utilize the existing building as its main headquarters, with offices, classrooms
and a celebration/prayer hall. The interior of the building will be remodeled to fit the needs of the
university; however the exterior of the building will remain the same as will the parking lot and grounds
of the property.
The subject property is made up of 4 parcels that total approximately 117,176 square feet (2.69 acres).
Based on assessing records,the existing
building is approximately 8,570 square
feet in size. The main level will be
remodeled to create three; 15 ft. by 20
ft. classrooms within the existing
bar/restaurant area, and the storage
space will be converted into office area.
The existing ballroom will be used for a
celebration hall for graduation and other
festive events and as a prayer hall. The
rest of the main level, including the
kitchen, bathrooms and lobby will
remain the same. The lower level will
also remain unchanged at this time. a 'x
The purpose of a special use permit is to
provide the City with a reasonable
degree of discretion in determining the
suitability of certain designated uses
upon the general welfare, public health
and safety of the area in which it is located. The special use permit gives the City the ability to place
stipulations on the proposed use to eliminate negative impacts to surrounding properties. The City also
has the right to deny the special use permit request if impacts to surrounding properties cannot be
eliminated through stipulations.
Schools and churches or worship facilities are a permitted special use in the R-3, Multi-Family zoning
district, provided they meet the necessary requirements, related to building and site requirements and
parking, subject to the stipulations suggested by staff.
As stated above,the exterior of the existing building will remain as is, as will the parking lots and
landscaped areas. All setback and lot coverage requirements are being met with the existing building.
Fridley City code requires that the minimum amount of parking stalls based on the proposed uses for
the building are 132 parking stalls. There is a total of 155 parking stalls on the subject property,
therefore meeting City code requirements. The petitioner has articulated that the main worship time is
on Friday between 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. During that time there could be between approximately
150-300 worshipers. This number is all dependent upon the maximum occupancy allowed by the
building and fire code as well as the amount of parking stalls that are available on site. All parking
related to this use will be required to be on-site, no on-street parking will be allowed. As a result, staff
will stipulate that if parking becomes an issue on this site,the special use permit will need to come back
before the City Council for further review.
RECOMMENDATION
City Staff recommends approval of this special use permit, as schools and worship facilities are an
approved special use in the R-3, Multi-Family zoning district, with stipulations.
STIPULATIONS
Staff recommends that if the special use permit is granted,the following stipulations be attached.
1. The petitioner to obtain all necessary permits prior to interior alteration of the building.
2. The petitioner to meet all building,fire, and ADA code requirements.
3. If on-site parking becomes inadequate and the use requires on-street parking, the special use
permit will come back before the City Council for further review.
Exhibit B
(Reason(s)for Special Use Permit)
The Islamic University of Minnesota offered to purchase the building(6831 Highway 65 NE Fridley, MN)
from its owner, Bridgewater Bank 3800 American Blvd West,#100 Bloomington, MN 55431,to use it as
its main headquarter and office center, 2-3 classrooms,celebration hall for graduation and other festive
events, and lastly as a prayer hall. There will be some remodeling to the interior of the building to fit
the needs of the university with no alteration to the land or the parking lot.
Introduction and backxround:
The Islamic University of Minnesota was founded in August of 2006 by a qualified and professional
assembly of Muslim scholars and educators in the state of Minnesota. The necess"ty of such an
institution represents the strong belief I the need for an educational institution that serves both
Muslims and non-Muslims communities of Minnesota and the USA.
There are approximately 150,000 Muslims in Minnesota and close to 10 million Muslims in the US.
IUMN will serve as a bridge between the Muslim community and the greater community of Minnesota
and the US. We will serve as this bridge by introducing qualified graduates to the fields of teaching and
religious leadership, creating dialogues amongst different communities,and reaching out to the
community to create a better awareness and understanding of Islam. IUMN hopes to contribute to the
positive upbringing of young Muslims living in the US,as well as future generations, so that they may
grow-up to be responsible American Muslims.
IUMN Goals and Obiectives:
1- Building bridges of understanding, positive dialogue and mutual respect between the members
of Muslim community and the larger society.
2- Reach out to Muslims and non-Muslims within the American society and contribute to educating
them about the truth of the Islamic faith so as to leap over all the obstacles encumbering
cultural and intellectual harmony
3- Teaching Islam through the proper methodology of obtaining if from its genius sources.
4- Espousing objective education and encourage students to enter the realm of academic research
so as to attain the essence of Islamic knowledge with an equitable scientific methodology.
5- Preparing qualified graduates in various branches of Islamic knowledge to satisfy the need of
Islamic centers and schools in addition to answering the need of American universities for
graduate students and provide them with specialists in Islamic Studies.
6- The IUMN aspires to provide an opposite environment for productive discourse, exchanging of
ideas and opinions through a methodology based on respecting opinions and different point of
view.
Finally, IUMN offers Bachelor, Masters and PhD in Islamic Studies.
Stromberg, Stacy
From: Samer Alamy [samer Gamy @hotmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 29, 2013 2:34 PM
To: Stromberg, Stacy
Cc: Jones, Julie; Hickok, Scott
Subject: RE: 6831 Hwy 65 NE Special Use Permit signed by Bldg. Owner
Attachments: Upper level sketch for 6831 Hwy 65 NE.doc
Hello Stacy,
I've attached a "primitive" sketch for the upper level (the lower level will remain the same as is).
3 classroom will be replacing the bar/restaurant area. Each classroom will be 15'x20'
No current plans for the kitchen on the upper level. It will remain the same unchanged.
The Prayer/ Celebration hall will be the existing Ballroom(50'x80')
The age of the student ranges from 20 years old and up (mainly adult education)
Most classes are offered online with advisors assigned to students
Some classes are offered in classroom environment 10-15 student per class and mostly on weekend (Friday,
Saturday and Sunday's)
The main worship time is Friday between 12:00 Noon and 2:00 PM(the largest congregation) other prayer
times during the day have between 15-30 worshippers.
Once a year during the holy month of Ramadan(this year it will coincide with July/August) a night prayer will
be held with larger gathering(between 9:00 and 11:00 PM) for 30 days.
No Minarat and no changes to the exterior of the building
Currently the university operates out of the ICCC (Islamic Cultural Community Center) located in NE
Minneapolis (Central and 26th)
As for changing the inside of the building, a complete remodeling plans will be provided to obtain the building
permit.
I hope your questions are answered. If you have any additional questions, please let me know.
Best Regards,
Samer Alamy
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From: Stromberg_S@ci.fridley.mn.us
To: samer alamyQhotmail.com
CC: Jones)a ci.fridley_mn us; HickokS ci.fridley.rn us
Subject: RE: 6831 Hwy 65 NE Special Use Permit signed by Bldg. Owner
Date: Tue, 29 Jan 2013 16:39:28 +0000
Good Moring Samer,
I left you a detailed message on your voicemail but wanted to follow-up with an e-mail. The City's Development Review
Committee met this morning to discuss your special use permit application and the following questions have come out
of that meeting:
• We need architectural plans or a sketch plan of the inside of the building to understand how the building will be used. I
know you said that there will be 4 classrooms, but what is the square footage of those classrooms? What is the square
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• Built in 1966
• Great access and visibility with 352' frontage along Central Avenue
• Approximately 2.21 acres, 3 separate parcels, with huge parking field
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Exhibit A
(Legal Description)
Lot One (1), Block One (1), Harstad Addition, according to the ma or plat on file and of record
in the Office of the Registrar of Titles,Anoka County,Minnesota.
AND
The South ninety-five (95) feet of the North Two Hundred eighty-five (285) feet, front and rear
of Lots Fourteen(14)and Fifteen(15),except the West twenty-two 22) feet of the South ninety-
five feet of the North Two Hundred eighty-five (285) eet of Lct Fourteen (14),
fi (95)
"Brookview"Addition,Anoka County,Minnesota.
AND
Outlot One(1), Harstad Addition, according to the map or plat on fie and of record in the Office
of the Registrar of Titles,Anoka County,Minnesota.
AND
The South 150 feet of Lot Eighteen(18),Brookview,Anoka County,Minnesota.
Torrens Property
Certificates of'1-itle Nos. 28740,62974;and 33650
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Community Development Department
City of Fridley
6431 University Avenue NE
Fridley MN 55432
763.572.3592
Fax: 763.571.1287
www.ci.fridley.mmus
SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION FOR: ---=�c-
Residential Commercial/Industrial/Multi-Family
Property Information
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Anoka County Property Identification Nianber(PIN ):
Legal Description: "
Current Zoning: Square footage of Parcel:
Reason for Special Use Permit(one sentence summary,please tta he4jull descripti ) 1
Fee/Property Owner Information(as it appears on property title)
**Fee owner must si form prior to processing t3
Name(please print):go
mailing address:
City: State: Zip code:
Daytime Phone: 954'=Fj92, LeP,,514 Fax Number:
Cell Phone: E-mail address .Cpl_
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Company Name(please print):
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Signature/Date:
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Fees
$1,000-R-1,Single Family Residential
$1,500-Commercial/industrial/Multi-Family Residential
Application Number;$ 43-Da Receipt#: Received By:
Application Date: /-%1t-/3
15 Day Application Complete Notification Date: Q-1-13
Scheduled Planning Commission Date:
Scheduled City Council Date: %3—!/-/�
60 Day Date: -
60 Day Extension Date:
CITY OF FRIDLEY
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION
TO: All property owners/residents within 350 feet of property generally
located at 6831 Highway 65.
CASE NUMBER: Special Use Permit, SP 13-02
APPLICANT. Medina Realty Inc., Samer Alamy on behalf of the Islamic University
of Minnesota.
Petitioner or representative must attend the Planning Commission meeting.
PURPOSE: To allow a private school use with worship space.
LOCATION OF 6831 Highway 65
PROPERTY AND
LEGAL Legal description is as follows: Lot 1, Block 1, Harstad Addition,
DESCRIPTION: according to the map or plat on file and of record in the Office of the
Registrar of Titles, Anoka County, Minnesota.
AND
The South 95 feet of the north 285 feet, front and rear of Lots 14
and 15, except the west 22 feet of the south 95 feet of the north 285
feet of Lot 14, "Brookview" Addition, Anoka County, Minnesota.
AND
Outlot 1, Harstad Addition, according to the map or plat on file and of
record on the Office of the Registrar of Titles, Anoka County,
Minnesota.
AND
The south 150 feet of Lot 18, Brookview, Anoka County, Minnesota.
Torrens Property
Certificates of Title Nos. 28740, 62974, and 33650.
DATE AND TIME OF Planning Commission Meeting:
HEARING: Wednesday, February 20, 2013, 7:00 p.m.
The Planning Commission Meetings are televised live the night
of the meeting on Channel 17.
PLACE OF HEARING: Fridley Municipal Center, City Council Chambers
6431 University Avenue N.E., Fridley, MN.
HOW TO 1. You may attend hearings and testify.
PARTICIPATE: 2. You may send a letter before the hearing to Julie Jones,
Planning Coordinator, at 6431 University Avenue N.E., Fridley,
MN 55432 or FAX at 763-571-1287.
SPECIAL Hearing impaired persons planning to attend who need an
ACCOMODATIONS: Interpreter or other persons with disabilities who require
auxiliary aids should contact Roberta Collins at 763-572-3500
no later than February 13, 2013. The TDD# is 763-572-3534.
ANY QUESTIONS: Contact Stacy Stromber , Planner, at 763-572-3595.
*PROPOSED CITY The proposed City Council meeting Date for this item will be
COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 11, 2013. *This date is subject to change
DATE: depending on the outcome of the Planning Commission
meeting. Please confirm City Council date prior to attending
City Council meeting.
Publish: February 7, 2013
CITYOF Community Development Department
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6840 BROOKVIEW DR NE 6876 CHANNEL RD NE 6431 UN ERSITY AVE NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55432-0000 FRIDLEY,MN 55432-0000 FRIDL MN 55432-0000
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PUBLIC HEARING
BEFORE THE
PLANNING COMMISSION
Notice is hereby given that there will be a public hearing of the
Fridley Planning Commission at the Fridley Municipal Center, 6431
University Avenue N. E. on February 20, 2013, at 7 : 00 p.m. for the
purpose of :
Consideration of a Special Use Permit, SP #13-02, by Medina
Realty Inc . , Samer Alamy on behalf of the Islamic University
of Minnesota, to allow a private school use with worship space
at the building located at 6831 Highway 65 NE.
Legal description is as follows : Lot 1, Block 1, Harstad
Addition, according to the map or plat on file and of record
in the Office of the Registrar of Titles, Anoka County,
Minnesota.
AND
The South 95 feet of the north 285 feet, front and rear of
Lots 14 and 15, except the west 22 feet of the south 95 feet
of the north 285 feet of Lot 14 , "Brookview" Addition, Anoka
County, Minnesota.
AND
Outlot 1, Harstad Addition, according to the map or plat on
file and of record on the Office of the Registrar of Titles,
Anoka County, Minnesota.
AND
The south 150 feet of Lot 18 , Brookview, Anoka County,
Minnesota.
Torrens Property
Certificates of Title Nos . 28740, 62974 , and 33650 .
Any and all persons desiring to be heard shall be given an
opportunity at the above stated time and place. Any questions
related to this item may be referred to Stacy Stromberg, Planner,
at 763-572-3595 .
Hearing impaired persons planning to attend who need an interpreter
or other persons with disabilities who require auxiliary aids
should contact Roberta Collins at 763-572-3500 no later than
February 13 , 2013 . The TDD number is 763-572-3534 .
The proposed City Council meeting date for this item will be on
March 11, 2013 . *This date is subject to change depending on the
outcome of the Planning Commission meeting. Please confirm City
Council date prior to attending the City Council meeting.
DAVID KONDRICK
CHAIR
PLANNING COMMISSION
Publish: February 7, 2013
CITYOF
FRIDLEY
FRIDLEY MUNICIPAL CENTER • 6431 UNIVERSITY AVE.N.E.FRIDLEY,MN 55432
(763)571-3450 • FAX(763)571-1287 WWW.CI.FRIDLEY.MN.US
January 30, 2013
Medina Realty, Inc.
Attn: Samer Alamy
4930 Pennine Pass NE
Columbia Heights MN 55421
Dear Mr.Alamy:
Per Minnesota Statute 15.99, local government units are required to notify land use applicants within
15 working days if their land use applications are complete. We officially received your application for a
Special Use Permit on January 18, 2013. This letter serves to inform you that your application is
complete.
Your Special Use Permit application hearing and discussion will take place at the City of Fridley Planning
Commission Meeting on February 20, 2013 at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers at 6431 University
Avenue. The City of Fridley City Council is scheduled to take final action on your Special Use Permit on
March 11, 2013 at 7:30 P.M. Please plan to be in attendance at both of the above referenced meetings.
If you have any questions regarding this letter or the process, please feel free to contact me at 763-572-
3595.
Sincerely,
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Planner
cc: Bridgewater Bank
Attn:John Hoertzen
3800 American Blvd.West#100
Bloomington MN 55431