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01/08/1992 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA JANUARY 8, 1992 7:30 P.M. Public Copy Planning Commission City of Fridley AGENDA PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 1992 7:30 P.M. LOCATION: Fridley Municipal Center, 6431 University Avenue N.E. CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: APPROVE PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES: December 11, 1991 CONSIDERATION OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #91-15, BY ROLCHE' PARTNERSHIP: Per Section 205.09. O1.C. (6) of the Fridley City Code, to allow automobile parking lot for off-street parking for adjacent uses, on Lots 3 through 7, Block 4, Lyndale Builders 6th Addition, generally located at 910-950 Lynde Drive N.E. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING OF DECEMBER 10, 1991 RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING OF DECEMBER 12, 1991 OTHER BUSINESS: ADJOURN: h. • CITY OF FRIDLEY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Betzold called the December 11, 1991, Planning Commission meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Don Betzold, Dave Kondrick, Dean Saba, Connie Modig, Brad Sielaff Members Absent: Sue Sherek, Diane Savage Others Present: Barbara Dacy, Community Development Director Michele McPherson, Planning Assistant Dale Beckmann, 700 - 3rd St. S. , Mpls. (BRW) • Paul Gannon, 300 - 1st Ave. S. , Mpls. (KKE) Clarence Olson, 1660 Mississippi St. N.E. Joe Maertens, 144 River Edge Way Dick Peterson, Arden Hills William Renk, 22 Hawthorne Road, Hopkins APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER 13 . 1991, PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES: MOTION by Ms. Modig, seconded by Mr. Sielaff, to approve the November 13, 1991, Planning Commission minutes as written. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON BETZOLD DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 1. CONSIDERATION OF A LOT SPLIT, L.S. #91-04, BY CLARENCE AND AGNETHA OLSON: To split a lot into two separate parcels: Parcel A The west 170.06 feet of the north 250 feet of Lot 1, Auditor's Subdivision No. 22, Anoka County, Minnesota. Subject to roads and easements of record. Parcel B Except the west 170.06 feet of the north 250 feet of Lot 1, Auditor's Subdivision No. 22, Anoka County, Minnesota. Subject to roads and easements of record. \.\. 'v.a aa v..a.a,•a.v.l. - 2a:a,a,alai>.v:a:tia iatvlt:vl\t\talvi\lel\I\i\I4:el\tvift):\!>ift42)IfiaiV.fiai,\.);f2\i4i\I41v1 244IVI4.'\I\IV»i\Iv!\!\.VI\1V.vlvr+rvra.arara+a+a+.a+a..r.....r................................... ..... PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 2 This property is generally located at 1660 and 1668 Mississippi Street N.E. Ms. McPherson stated this property is located on the eastern border of Fridley bordering New Brighton, north of Harris Pond, and east of Harris Park. The property is zoned R-1, Single Family Dwelling, and there is R-1 zoning to the north, south, east, and west. Ms. McPherson stated that currently located on the lot are two single family homes built in 1962 and 1963. The petitioners live at the home addressed 1660 Mississippi Street and rent the adjacent house at 1668 Mississippi Street. If the lot split is approved by the Council, the petitioners will be selling the house to their current tenants. Ms. McPherson stated staff has reviewed the address file for the . subject parcel to determine how two houses were constructed on the same lot. There was nothing in the file to tell them how this occurred. Staff also researched the utilities to determine if each home was serviced separately for sewer and water. The files in the Assessing Department indicated that the property was assessed for one sewer and water lateral; however, the City has been billing the houses separately for both sewer and water. The real estate agent has indicated that the property owner believes both homes have their own sewer and water services. Ms. McPherson stated the new lots meet the minimum requirements for lot area, structure setbacks, and lot coverage. There will be no adverse impacts to surrounding properties if the lot split is approved. Ms. McPherson stated staff is recommending that the Planning Commission recommend approval of the lot split. Mr. Kondrick asked how they can be assured that both houses have sewer and water services. Ms. McPherson stated they could have the Sewer and Water Department field verify that each house has its own sewer and water service. Mark Winson, Assistant Public Works Director, has stated that the as-builts for this particular stretch of Mississippi Street seem to indicate that there are two sewer and water services, one for each dwelling. Mr. Kondrick stated that if the lot split is approved and they find out there is only one sewer and water hook-up for both homes, when there is a problem, who is responsible for the cost of repairs? Ms. Dacy stated that if the problem is from the property line in, then it is the property owner's responsibility. If it is in the right-of-way, then it is the City's responsibility. If both homes PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 3 are sharing the same service, then the property owners would have to work that out. Mr. Kondrick stated they need to be assured that both houses have sewer and water services. Mr. Clarence Olson, 1660 Mississippi Street, stated there are definitely two sewer and water hook-ups to both houses. Both lines come out straight from the center of each house out to the street. Mr. Olson stated they built the first house at 1668 Mississippi Street in 1962. In 1963, they decided to build another house (1660 Mississippi Street) , and a building permit was issued by the City. MOTION. by Mr. Sielaff, seconded Mr. Saba, to recommend to City Council approval of lot split request, L.S. #91-04, by Clarence and Agnetha Olson, to split a lot into two parcels: Parcel A The west 170.06 feet of the north 250 feet of Lot 1, Auditor's Subdivision No. 22, Anoka County, Minnesota. Subject to roads and easements of record. Parcel B Except the west 170.06 feet of the north 250 feet of Lot 1, Auditor's Subdivision No. 22, Anoka County, Minnesota. Subject to roads and easements of record. This property generally located at 1660 and 1668 Mississippi Street N.E. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON BETZOLD DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 2. PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDERATION OF A PRELIMINARY PLAT, P.S. #91-03, BY BRW, INC. , FOR LEONARD VANASSE OF MAR-LEN DEVELOPMENT: To replat Parcel 6 (Lot 2, Block 1, Mar-Len Addition) into Lot 1, Block 1, Mar-Len 2nd Addition, and Outlot A, Walmart Addition, generally located at 8200 Main Street N.E. 3. PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDERATION OF A PRELIMINARY PLAT, P.S. #91-04, BY BRW, INC. , FOR WEMBLEY INVESTMENT COMPANY: To replat an area (Parcels 1-5) into Lot 1, Block 1, Walmart Addition. The following are the legal descriptions: Parcel 1: The North 425.23 feet of the South 877.87 feet of all that part of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 2, Township 30, Range 24, Anoka County, .. . ...v,...>.,,....,..>.•...... .,. ..,. • ... • • . ..... ,..•,•.C( 1•h!2>t) .t:24. h!J2, t t t).:::/:,252>2]L8 25L•LI u:KSaisi>:HfUtfuut)nounoac>:10/1.10000 lnuaocwucuinuuotn, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 4 Minnesota, lying Westerly of State Trunk Highway 47, excepting the Easterly 600 feet thereof. That Judicial Landmarks have been placed pursuant to Torrens Case #T-1944 at the Northeast corner, the Northwest corner, the Southwest corner, and the Southeast corner of the North 425.23 feet of the South 877.87 feet of all that part of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 2, Township 30, Range 24, Anoka County, Minnesota, lying Westerly of State Trunk Highway 47. Certificate of Title No. 63394. Parcel 2: The Easterly 600 feet of the North 425.23 feet of the South 877.87 feet of all that part of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 2, Township 30, Range 24, Anoka County, Minnesota, lying Westerly of State Trunk Highway 47. That Judicial Landmarks have been placed pursuant to Torrens Case #T-1944 at the Northeast corner, the Northwest corner, the Southwest corner, and the Southeast corner of the North 425.23 feet of the South 877.87 feet of all that part of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 2, Township 30, Range 24, Anoka County, Minnesota, lying Westerly of State Trunk Highway 47. Certificate of Title No. 60865. Parcel 3: Lot 2, Block 2, Caba Realty First Addition, according to the plat on file in the Office of the Registrar of Titles of Anoka County, Minnesota. That Judicial Landmarks have been placed pursuant to Torrens Case #T-1944 at the Northeast corner, the Northwest corner, the Southwest corner, and the Southeast corner of Caba Realty First Addition. Certificate of Title No. 60868. Parcel 4: Lot 3, Block 2, Caba Realty First Addition. Parcel 5: Lot 1, Block 1, Vantage Companies Addition. This property is generally located at 8150 University Avenue N.E. 4. PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDERATION OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #91-14, BY BRW, INC. , FOR WEMBLEY INVESTMENT COMPANY: Per Section 205. 15.01.C. 11 of the Fridley City Code, to allow a garden center on: MOTION by Mr. Saba, seconded by Mr. Kondrick, to waive the readings of the public hearing notices and to open the public hearings for P.S. #91-03, P.S. #91-04, and SP #91-14 by BRW, Inc. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 5 UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON BETZOLD DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARINGS OPEN AT 7:40 P.M. Preliminary Plat, P.S. #91-03 Ms. McPherson stated this request is to replat Lot 2, Block 1, Mar- Len Addition, into two parcels. The parcel is generally located west of Main Street and north of the ANR Trucking facility. The property is zoned M-2, Heavy Industrial. There is additional M-2 zoning to the north, south, east, and west. Ms. McPherson stated the proposed plat will create two parcels, one which will be described as Lot 1, Block 1, Mar-Len 2nd Addition, and one which will be described as Outlot A of Walmart Addition. The purpose of Outlot A will be to serve as the detention pond for Lot 1, Block 1, Walmart Addition. In 1982, the National Wetland Inventory did identify wetland on the Mar-Len property. During the development of the ANR Trucking plat located along 81st Avenue, this wetland area was filled in and a new low area was created generally south of the identified wetland. The Wildlife Biologist for BRW has determined that this new low area is a wetland under the Army Corps of Engineers' jurisdiction and will be part of an Army Corps nation-wide permit to fill and recreate the wetland. Ms. McPherson stated this proposed plat does create a new buildable lot of approximately three acres on the north half and also creates the detention area. In relation to the detention area, there are some proposed restrictive covenants, and those will be discussed with the second plat request. Ms. McPherson stated staff is recommending that the Planning Commission recommend approval of the plat request with the following stipulation: 1. The Mar-Len plat shall be processed concurrently and simultaneously with the Wal-Mart plat. If the Wal-Mart plat is denied, the Mar-Len plat shall also be denied. Preliminary Plat, P.S. #91-04 Ms. McPherson stated this request is to replat five parcels into one large contiguous parcel. The parcels are currently zoned C-3, General Shopping Center District; C-2, General Business; and M-2, Heavy Industrial. There is a stipulation to require a petitioner to file a rezoning to create a contiguous zoning pattern for the entire lot should the plat be approved. Ms. McPherson stated the subject parcel is generally located between 81st and 83rd Avenues and includes the existing Sam's Club and the vacant parcels directly north of it. It does not include the Moose Lodge and the two Maertens-Brenny multi-tenant office/ warehouse showroom buildings. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 6 Background Ms. McPherson stated that in 1986, the City Council approved the original Vantage Companies plat. Later the same year in December, the City Council approved a lot split which was later extended in 1988. Ms. McPherson stated that as part of this original plat request, the property owners executed a development agreement with the HRA which outlined a Phase I and Phase II development. The Phase I development was the original Wholesale Club, now Sam's Club and owned by Wal-Mart Corporation. Phase II was to occur on the vacant parcel north of Sam's Club. The original development agreement required that the buildings be 65 feet apart with a pedestrian walkway constructed between the two buildings. This requirement is a result of the Building Code requirement which requires that buildings of "unlimited area" on separate lots be spaced at a minimum of 60 feet apart. This was due to the existence of the original lot line which will be eliminated if this particular plat is approved. If the plat is approved, Wal-Mart will construct a building directly adjacent to Sam's Club. The two buildings would then share a common exterior wall. Ms. McPherson stated that as part of this proposal, there are several issues which need to be addressed: overall development quality, drainage issues, and traffic issues. Overall Development Quality Ms. McPherson stated that in 1986, the development agreement required that the building materials and design be of "quality" development. In addition, "distinctive" landscaping was to be installed. The petitioners are proposing to add additional landscaping as part of this entire development plan. Under the development agreement, quality building materials included masonry block, brick, pre-cast concrete panels, glass block, masonry block, etc. The existing Sam's Club is constructed of pre-cast concrete panels with brick veneer accents. The proposed Wal-Mart addition is proposed to be constructed of masonry block with brick veneer accents. The materials proposed are consistent with those proposed in the original development agreement; however, the HRA, Planning Commission, and City Council will need to review the building plans and elevations to determine if they are consistent with the quality provisions in the 1986 development agreement. Ms. McPherson stated there are other related issues to the overall quality standards for the development. These include the. Building Code requirement to have 60 feet of open area around the entire building. As far as the proposed development, the three sides on the west, south, and east do meet the 60 foot open space requirement; however, there is potentially a conflict with the PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 7 property along the north lot line. There is an multi-tenant building, and the proposed Wal-Mart facility would be 40 feet from the lot line which would require that the petitioner acquire a 20 foot open space easement along that common lot line to ensure that the 60 foot Building Code requirement is met. Ms. McPherson stated that as part of the 1986 lot split, a stipulation required a 20 foot paved fire lane around the entire perimeter of the development. The Fire Department has indicated that a 20 foot paved fire lane around the entire building would not be necessary as the development does meet the Fire Code regulations which require three sides to have paved access for fire vehicles. The area along the north lot line of the building will be sodded and it is possible a fire truck could access that north lot line and north wall of the building. In addition, there is the parking area of the Maertens-Brenny development adjacent to the north lot line. Ms. McPherson stated the petitioner has applied for a special use permit to allow a garden center. The petitioner proposed originally to enclose the proposed garden center with a chain link fence. Staff recently met with the petitioner and the architects, and they have revised the elevations to include brick pillars and. wrought iron detailing. Drainage Ms. McPherson stated that as she stated earlier, in conjunction with the proposed replat of the five subject parcels, the petitioner will be using Outlot A, if approved, is located west of Main Street to handle the detention from the Wal-Mart development. The detention pond is designed to handle storm water from both the Sam's Club portion of the property as well as the proposed Wal-Mart facility. Ms. McPherson stated the Engineering Department originally requested that the public ditch be maintained separately from the detention pond as the petitioner was proposing to combine both the detention pond and the public ditch which runs along the south lot line of the existing Mar-Len lot. The stormwater system in the area begins at 83rd and University Avenues. There is piping under 83rd Avenue; the water then flows down Main Street into the public ditch traveling west and then north into the southernmost pond of Springbrook Nature Center. The Engineering Department's concern was whether there was additional water coming from Spring Lake Park across University Avenue. The water that enters the ditch system of MnDOT flows north and enters the Springbrook Nature Center's ponding system through the Springbrook Apartments' series of ponds. So, water will not be flowing from Spring Lake Park through the proposed detention pond. The detention pond is to handle, not only the water currently flowing in the ditch, but also water flowing from the various developments at the corner of 83rd Avenue and >..n. ,.,... .... ,.,. .............,..•, .,._...., •...•....,,. .:....... ,...,,.,.,.. ,...,.,...>.,..,....,.,,,..,......,....,..,,..., .....,..,,.... •.>ou_ ..o...,,. .o...o< ><..,.>ao.a.xiuuunoax>unuuuoa>u • PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 8 University Avenue. The petitioner's engineers have recalculated to ensure that they have included all the parcels, especially those that have not been developed at that corner. The detention pond, in fact, will handle all the stormwater for this particular area. Ms. McPherson stated the Engineering Department has changed its position and will be permitting a combination of both the public and private water systems as long as the petitioner, Wal-Mart, does agree to maintain that detention pond and its outlet and inlets. Ms. McPherson stated, as stated earlier, the Wildlife Biologist has identified an area which qualifies as a wetland under the Army Corps' jurisdiction on both the Outlot A portion of the Wal-Mart plat as well as the existing man-made detention pond located north of Sam's Club which was constructed as part of the original development. Both of these wetland areas are of poor quality. Through the permitting process, the Wildlife Biologist to the Army Corps will be proposing that the new detention pond will be of better quality for wildlife habitat, as well as a better system for treating water as it flows through the system. The City will be requiring that any and all correspondence from the petitioner to the Army Corps and the corresponding permit be submitted to the City. Ms. McPherson stated the petitioner will be installing a second pipe to carry water under Main Street, and the City will need to grant an easement to the petitioner to work within the public right-of-way to install and maintain this pipe. Traffic Ms. McPherson stated that due to the number of parking spaces on the combined development, the petitioners will be required to apply for an Indirect Source Permit (ISP) from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) . The Indirect Source Permit explores possible avenues of mitigation to alleviate air pollution at various intersections around the development. The two intersections which will receive the majority of the traffic are those located at 83rd and 81st Avenues. The 81st Avenue intersection was upgraded in 1986 when the Wholesale Club was constructed. No further improvements can be made to the intersection. The opportunity exists at the 83rd Avenue intersection to create a full movement signalized intersection. The petitioner should agree to share in the cost to upgrade 83rd Avenue if required by the MPCA. Other contributors to the improvement would include the City of Fridley, Springbrook Apartments, the vacant lot north of 83rd Avenue, as well as Northwest Orthopedics. In addition, the City will attempt to negotiate a contribution from the City of Spring Lake Park. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 9 Recommendation and Stipulations: Ms. McPherson stated the proposed plat does meet the minimum requirements of the zoning district for lot area, lot coverage, and building setbacks. It also meets the ordinance requirements for detention and drainage. There are some unique requirements from the 1986 development agreement. In staff's opinion, the proposed development does appear to meet those requirements. Ms. McPherson stated staff is recommending approval of P.S. #91- 04, with the following stipulations: 1. The exterior building plan, including details for the garden center, shall be reviewed and approved by the HRA. 2. The petitioner shall comply with Army Corps regulations, and all documentation shall be submitted to the City. 3. The final drainage plan shall be submitted and approved by staff prior to issuance of the building permit and shall accommodate the existing runoff from the existing ditch. The proposed detention pond to be located on Outlot A designed to carry both public and private waters. 4. The property owner shall agree to share in the cost of the intersection improvement at 83rd Avenue. 5. The landscaping plans shall be approved by staff prior to issuance of a building permit. 6. The petitioner shall file a rezoning application and complete the rezoning process prior to application for a building permit for those parcels currently zoned C-2 and M-2 . 7. The petitioner shall comply with any and all Minnesota Pollution Control Agency stipulations placed on the Indirect , Source Permit. 8. Restrictive covenants shall be filed against Outlot A, Wal- Mart Addition stating the following: A. The lot is not buildable; B. Outlot A must remain under the same ownership as Lot 1, Block 1, Wal-Mart Addition; C. The responsibility for maintenance of the detention pond shall be that of the property owners; D. Outlot A serves as a detention area for Lot 1, Block 1, Wal-Mart Addition. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 10 9. The City shall grant the petitioner an easement to install .a - storm water pipe within the public right-of-way under Main Street. 10. The property owner shall obtain an easement from the Maertens- Brenny development ensuring the proper distance between buildings and record it prior to issuance of a building permit. Mr. Betzold stated the Planning Commission is being asked to review the building plans and elevations to determine whether they are consistent with the quality provisions of the 1986 development agreement. What is staff's opinion? Ms. McPherson stated it is staff's opinion that the materials being proposed by the developer are consistent with the quality provisions of the 1986 development agreement. Mr. Betzold asked who the Wildlife Biologist is referred to by staff. Ms. McPherson stated the Wildlife Biologist is a staff member at BRW. She was asked to evaluate the wetland areas and to doublecheck the various Army Corps of Engineers' maps. She did -a field check and, based on a vegetative analysis only, she determined the two areas, the area in Outlot area and the existing manmade detention pond, do meet the criteria under the Army Corps definition of a wetland. The developer will be applying for a nationwide permit. The area to be filled is less than one acre, and the area on Outlot area will actually be dredged to increase the wetland area to provide the detention for the remainder of the development. Mr. Kondrick stated that if the ponding meets the requirements of -the Army Corps of Engineers, are their restrictions satisfactory enough to ensure the quality of water that enters Springbrook Nature Center? Ms. Dacy stated, yes, every development is established that way. The advantage with this system is that it provides a larger area and treats more water than is being treated at this time. Mr. Saba stated that the developer is going to be replacing a lot of soils with concrete and asphalt. That whole area has had soil and drainage problems in the past. He believed it is going to be hard to predict how and how well this detention pond is going to work. Is there any kind of contingency plan in place if there are problems with this detention pond. Since the detention pond is considered a wetland, is the developer prepared to do a mitigation? PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 11 Ms. Dacy stated that it is staff's understanding that the mitigation might not be necessary because of the small size and poor quality of the existing detention pond. Mr. Saba stated his biggest concern is the amount of area that will be covered with asphalt and concrete. He did not have any objection to this development, but he wanted to be sure something is being done with the water detention and water quality. Mr. Dale Beckmann, BRW, stated that what determines wetland areas is the type of growth that is in this area. These two areas are examples of that, one which was caused by trapped water. The detention basin they created for the City on Sam's Club 5-6 years ago is a basin, not a wetland, but because of the aquatic growth in the area, it now meets the wetland standard. There are designations on the wetland maps for different types of wetlands. "Manmade" is one of the designations. That is why they do not feel there will be a problem with the Army Corps of Engineers for the detention basin on the Sam's Club property. In fact, regarding mitigation, they are trying to design the detention pond to meet the urban standard, which is the National Urban Run-off Program, which is the settling out of phosphates that come in through the water. There will be aquatic growth that will develop out of this, but it will be of a much higher quality because the area is basically an undisturbed area. They feel they have quite a few things to offer the Army Corps. In fact, a nationwide permit allows them to fill one acre of land without going through any special conditions. Mr. Sielaff stated this can be designed to be a wetland and to protect water quality at the same time. Mr. Beckmann stated that in the past the water has come directly from the street and the subdivision, through the ditch, with no settling out of phosphates, into Springbrook Nature Center, They feel their proposal is that all that water will now come through the detention pond they have designed and will allow for the settling of sediments and phosphates before the water is discharged out into the ditch again. So, the quality of water should be improved. Mr. Beckmann stated that regarding flooding, currently there is no flood control for that water. Now, all the water being discharged from this pond during the smaller storms will now go through a retention process and will be held back before it is discharged into Springbrook Nature Center. They believe this design is a good design, and they do have the City staff's support. They have also made the commitment to maintain that pond. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 12 Special Use Permit, SP #91-14 Ms. McPherson stated the Code requires that garden centers or. nurseries requiring outdoor storage have a special use permit. The petitioners are requesting special use permit for a 98 ft. x 65 ft. garden center which would be located adjacent to the north wall of the proposed Wal-Mart facility. Ms. McPherson stated that, originally, the petitioners proposed to screen the garden center using only a chain link fence. In subsequent discussions with them, staff indicated they would prefer to have a continuation of the front facade of the building using brick pillars and chain link fencing. In return, the petitioners have proposed brick pillars with wrought iron sections between them. Staff believes the new proposal is much better than the proposed chain link fence and would continue the quality development that was originally required in the 1986 development. agreement. Ms. McPherson stated staff also recommended that bulk materials such as fertilizer, peat moss, etc. , be stored at the west end of the garden center. Ms. McPherson stated staff is recommending that the Planning Commission recommend approval of the special use permit request to allow the garden center which allows outdoor storage with the following stipulations: 1. Red brick or rock face masonry pillars consistent with the Wal-Mart facade shall be incorporated into the fencing around the garden center. Red vinyl-clad chin link fencing and wrought iron detailing shall be used. 2. Bulk items such as fertilizer, top soil, etc. , shall be stored at the rear (west end) of the garden center. 3. The HRA shall review the development and determine if it is consistent with the "quality" provisions of the 1986 development agreement. Presentation by Petitioner Mr. Beckmann stated that on behalf of Wal-Mart, he is very pleased to present the Wal-Mart store which is proposed to be constructed on the north side of Sam's Club. He stated they have enjoyed their working relationship with the City staff. Mr. Beckmann stated Wal-Mart is the largest wholesaler/retailer in the United States at this time. There are 1, 683 Wal-Marts now open nationwide. There are 200-300 new stores being built every year. There are currently 201 Sam's Clubs around the United States, which is also on the increase. In Minnesota, there are 18 Wal-Mart PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 13 stores currently open, and almost that many under development plans. There are seven Sam's Clubs in Minnesota, most in the metro area. Mr. Beckmann stated that from these stores, there are currently 4,264 associates (not called employees) . Wal-Mart firmly believes it is a team effort, and Sam Walmart has chosen the term "associates" because each employee has the opportunity to buy into the company through a stock option plan. Mr. Beckmann stated the proposed Fridley store is a new "16 Prototype" store, a 116,000 sq. ft. prototype building, which will abut against the north wall of the existing Sam's Club. A garden center is being proposed along the north end of the project with the loading dock off the backside, similar to Sam's Club. Mr. Beckmann stated that in the future, they anticipate • constructing a 30,000 sq. ft. addition to the Wal-Mart store. This has been reviewed with staff. Mr. Beckmann stated the parking lot is not separated from the Sam's Club parking lot. They have added landscape islands recommended by staff and have provided a substantial amount of green space along the west service drive and Highway 47, and also provided substantial buffering in and around the existing buildings to the north. Mr. Beckmann stated they are acquiring a 2 acre parcel of land for direct access to 83rd Avenue and, at the time of the future expansion, they want to already have control of the land for the expansion of the parking lot. Mr. Beckmann stated the main reason they are looking at placing the pond on the parcel across Main Street is that because when they construct the addition, they cannot using the existing pond. It would make the site unbuildable for a Wal-Mart in this location. Mr. Beckmann stated that as far as the traffic light at 83rd and University, the City has to go through a justification process (warrant study) with MnDOT before a traffic light will be approved. John Flora has asked BRW to start preparing a warrant study to provide that justification for a traffic light in this location. Mr. Beckmann stated he talked earlier about a contingency plan for flooding, because the detention pond does handle water for all storms. They believe they are handling the drainage in a prudent fashion overall. Mr. Beckmann stated one of the requirements stipulated by the HRA in 1986 was that any future development for this piece of property have a valuation of about $3 million. With the improvements Wal- PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 14 Mart will be making on the site, the valuation is approximately $5- 6 million. He believed the investment the HRA was concerned with will be satisfied. Wal-Mart anticipates there will be 245 jobs provided with this new facility. Thirty-five percent of all employees at Wal-Mart have advanced to managerial positions over the years so they are dealing with quality jobs. Wal-Mart also participates in an Americanism program. Mr. Paul Gannon, Project Architect for KKE Architects, reviewed the building materials and colors for the proposed Wal-Mart store. The building will be primarily constructed of rock face concrete block on the front and side elevation. The rear elevation is smooth standard concrete block. Wal-Mart has a standard color band which is smooth faced concrete block painted in the red and blue Wal-Mart standard colors. Mr. Gannon stated they have attempted to make the Wal-Mart building compatible with the adjacent Sam's Club and have introduced some brick kiosks similar to Sam's Club. Mr. Gannon stated that regarding the garden center, Wal-Mart typically uses chain link fencing, but they are proposing rock face concrete block with wrought iron rails over 50% of that surface, the most visible elevations being the east and halfway along the north elevation. Mr. Gannon stated all the materials being proposed and the character of the building will be compatible with the original 1986 development agreement. Mr. Beckmann stated that regarding the 20 foot open easement, they have not yet been able to contact that property owner; however, they do not anticipate any problems. Mr. Saba commended Mr. Beckmann and Mr. Gannon for such an excellent presentation. He stated one of the things the City is trying to do with new developments is to make the City bicycle- friendly. The City is considering running a bicycle path all along the west side of University Avenue to Springbrook Nature Center. It would be nice if the developers would consider making their development bicycle-friendly by creating a bicycle parking area and possibly a path that would tie into the main bicycle path. Mr. Beckmann stated they would certainly be willing to discuss this with staff to see what they can do to incorporate something into their plans at this time. Mr. Betzold asked if any concerns have been received from the Springbrook Nature Center Foundation regarding any adverse impacts on the Nature Center from this proposed development. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 15 Ms. Dacy stated that because this development is not immediately adjacent to the Nature Center, staff did not submit this information to either Siah St. Clair or the Springbrook Nature Center Board. Mr. Sielaff asked about truck traffic. Is truck traffic taken into account in the traffic study? Mr. Beckmann stated, yes, it is. Typically, the trucks come in at off-peak times. The big problem with the intersection is not the routine traffic between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. or after 5:00 p.m. It is the peak hour times, and that is what is talked about in the traffic study. Mr. Sielaff asked how many trucks will typically be coming to Wal- Mart during the day. Mr. Beckmann stated there could be as many as 30 trucks in one day. MOTION by Mr. Saba, seconded by Mr. Kondrick, to close the public hearings. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON BETZOLD DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARINGS CLOSED AT 9:05 P.M. MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Mr. Saba, to recommend to City Council approval of Preliminary Plat, P.S. #91-03, by BRW, Inc. , for Leonard Vanasse of Mar-Len Development, to replat Parcel 6 (Lot 2, Block 1, Mar-Len Development) into Lot 1, Block 1, Mar-Len 2nd Addition, and Outlot A, Walmart Addition, generally located at 8200 Main Street N.E. , with the following stipulation: 1. The Mar-Len plat shall be processed concurrently and simultaneously with the Wal-Mart plat. If the Wal-Mart plat is denied, the Mar-Len plat shall also be denied. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON BETZOLD DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Mr. Sielaff stated that regarding stipulation #3 of P.S. #91-04 regarding the drainage, he would recommend they include as design goals for the detention basins, not only flood control and water quality protection, but also include wetland development. Ms. McPherson stated that if the Commission chooses to adopt Mr. - Sielaff's modification, it could be something as simple as having the petitioner use native, wetland-type materials when they resod and reseed the slopes of the detention pond. This will improve the habitat and quality of the wetland and definitely promote wetland function and design of the detention pond. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 16 MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Mr. Saba, to recommend to City Council approval of Preliminary Plat, P.S. #91-04, by BRW, Inc. , for Wembley Investment Company, to replat an area (Parcels 1-5) into Lot 1, Block 1, Walmart Addition, generally located at 8150 University Avenue N.E. , with the following stipulations: 1. The exterior building plan, including details for the garden center, shall be reviewed and approved by the HRA. 2. The petitioner shall comply with Army Corps regulations, and aThe3. documentation shall be submitted to the City. approved by staff prior to issuance of a building permit, and shall accommodate the run-off in the existing ditch with the detention pond located on Outlot A, designed to carry both public and private water. The three goals of the pond design should be flood control, water quality improvement, and creation of wetland habitat. 4. The property owner shall agree to share in the cost of the intersection improvement at 83rd Avenue. 5. The landscaping plans shall be approved by staff prior to issuance of a building permit. 6. The petitioner shall file a rezoning application and complete the rezoning process prior to application for a building permit for those parcels currently zoned C-2 and M-2. 7. The petitioner shall comply with any and all Minnesota Pollution Control Agency stipulations placed on the Indirect Source Permit. 8. Restrictive covenants shall be filed against Outlot A, Wal- Mart Addition stating the following: A. The lot is not buildable; B. Outlot A must remain under the same ownership as Lot 1, Block 1, Wal-Mart Addition; C. The responsibility for maintenance of the detention pond shall be that of the property owners; D. Outlot A serves as a detention area for Lot 1, Block 1, Wal-Mart Addition. 9. The City shall grant the petitioner an easement to install a storm water pipe within the public right-of-way under Main Street. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 17 10. The property owner shall obtain an easement from the Maertens- Brenny development ensuring the proper distance between buildings and record it prior to issuance of a building permit. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON BETZOLD DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION by Mr. Sielaff, seconded by Ms. Modig, to recommend to City Council approval of Special Use Permit, SP #91-14, by BRW, Inc. , for Wembley Investment Company, per Section 205.15.01.C.11 of the Fridley City Code, to allow a garden center on property generally located at 8150 University Avenue N.E. , with the following stipulations: 1. Red brick or rock face masonry pillars consistent with the Wal-Mart facade shall be incorporated into the fencing around the garden center. Red vinyl-clad chin link fencing and wrought iron detailing shall be used. 2. Bulk items such as fertilizer, top soil, etc. , shall be stored at the rear (west end) of the garden center. 3. The HRA shall review the development and determine if it is consistent with the "quality" provisions of the 1986 development agreement. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON BETZOLD DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5. REVIEW 1991 GOALS AND CASES; SET 1992 GOALS: Ms. Dacy stated this is the time of the year when they talk about what has happened over the past year and to set some goals for 1992. If the Commission members had any comments about the previous cases or ideas for 1992 goals, they should feel free to do so. Mr. Saba stated he would like to see the Commission and staff look at ways of protecting Springbrook Nature Center from further development surrounding it. He is not totally convinced that the City's landscape ordinance really protects the Nature Center. Springbrook Nature Center is a nature area they really need to protect. Mr. Sielaff asked if the Planning Commission could get involved in looking at different strategies for the future and giving input to the City Council regarding the impacts of state legislation, property taxes, etc. Mr. Kondrick stated he is concerned about apartment buildings in the City. It seems that burglaries and other crimes in the City PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 18 always occur in areas directly adjacent to or close to major apartment building complexes. Has Fridley fulfilled its obligation to its citizens whereby the City has enough apartment buildings? Mr. Saba stated he agreed. The City also has an obligation to protect the R-1 neighborhoods. The City has to look at what its position should be regarding multi-family housing. Ms. Modig stated she is equally concerned about the type of developments that go into the City. She did not believe there has to be some type of development on every piece of property in Fridley. Sometimes because of the zoning and requirements for building, not all proposed developments come before the Planning Commission for input. She would like to see the Planning Commission have some more input on planning in general before things are developed, instead of after the fact. Mr. Kondrick stated he would also like to bring up his concern about the University Avenue Corridor and what happened to that plan. He stated the fencing along University Avenue is an eyesore. Ms. Dacy suggested Mr. Kondrick contact members of the City Council regarding that concern. Ms. Dacy stated the above concerns will be incorporated into the 1992 goals for the Planning Commission. 6. APPROVE 1992 MEETING DATES MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Mr. Saba, to approve the following 1992 meeting dates: January 8 July 8 January 22 July 22 February 12 August 12 February 26 August 26 March 11 September 9 March 25 September 23 April 8 October 14 April 22 October 28 May 13 November 4 May 27 November 18 June 10 December 2 June 24 December 16 UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON BETZOLD DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7. RECEIVE THE OCTOBER 24, 1991, HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES: PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991 PAGE 19 MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Mr. Sielaff, to receive the October 24, 1991, Housing & Redevelopment Authority minutes. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON BETZOLD DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 8. RECEIVE THE NOVEMBER 7, 1991, HUMAN RESOURCES COMMISSION MINUTES: MOTION by Ms. Modig, seconded by Mr. Saba, to receive the November 7, 1991, Human Resources Commission minutes. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON BETZOLD DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 9. RECEIVE THE NOVEMBER 12, 1991, APPEALS COMMISSION MINUTES: MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Ms. Modig, to receive the November 12 , 1991, Appeals Commission minutes. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON BETZOLD DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 10. RECEIVE THE NOVEMBER 26, 1991, APPEALS COMMISSION MINUTES: MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Ms. Modig, to receive the November 26, 1991, Appeals Commission minutes. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON BETZOLD DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 11. RECEIVE THE NOVEMBER 14, 1991, HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES: MOTION by Mr. Saba, seconded by Mr. Kondrick, to receive the . November 14, 1991, Housing & Redevelopment Authority minutes. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON BETZOLD DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 12 . RECEIVE THE NOVEMBER 14, 1991, ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY AND ENERGY COMMISSION MINUTES: MOTION by Mr. Sielaff, seconded by Mr. Saba, to receive the November 14, 1991, Environmental Quality and Energy Commission minutes. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON BETZOLD DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, DECEMBER 11, 1991. PAGE 20 ADJOURNMENT: MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Ms. Modig, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Chairperson Betzold declared the motion carried and the December 11, 1991, Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m. Respectfully s bmitted, Ly a Saba Recording Secretary SIGN - IN SHEET PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, December 11, 1991 Name Address/Business tc2r-BP ahnatn►1 -70n .fircY SI • 4k, itkfis SSci1S- / ",1//5o i/$yse/a i- i�2 /y Y leave./ P��- Y1 q);(;,LJ , ` ,* 'p 1RJ STAFF REPORT APPEALS DATE CITY OF PLANNING COMMISSION DATE : January 8, 1992 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL DATE AUTHOR MM/dn REQUEST PERMIT NUMBER SP #91-15 APPLICANT Rolche Investments PROPOSED REQUEST To allow a parking lot in R-3, General Multiple Family Dwelling zoning for an adjacent use. LOCATION 910 - 950 Lynde Drive N.E. SITE DATA SIZE 55,900 square feet 1.04 acres DENSITY PRESENT ZONING R-3, General Multiple Family Dwelling ADJACENT LAND USES CR-1 , General Office to the South; R-3, General & ZONING Multiple Family Dwelling to the Southeast, East, UTIUTES and North. PARK DEDICATION ANALYSIS FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS CONFORMANCE TO COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMPATIBILITY WITH ADJACENT USES & ZONING ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS STAFF RECOMMENDATION Denial APPEALS RECOMMENDATION PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION SP #91-15 ' Rolche Partnership • • S //2 SEC. 4 CITY OF • I . it.i . CI • - "= 31 rw:::,...6:.a a..........,* " , - Or'."---t's•T. ,.....,...• •, _.11100.01. - .7 1.1 5 r., .wpm,. .. --, , ,/ 1/ ' V' t' f:a) e,) cs: Gt rcifr. s•1 an) �) ram), �;� if- 1. aw' t Y l'^ an 'J''� p mmarmr7.2,.12 ::::' 1 g �: AWIIM, „,C7"4. ° [A! 1 47, R- ;#1' -4.- : ...a= r ._$:r icepiii ,ii ii , ".1+, i F� ! S402 , fi '4- la / . r Ii::: • ,i ,1A 4 'It �e a rIYNOE DRIVE aa4ty�. 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The parking lot on 910 and 950 Lynde Drive will serve tenants at 941 Hillwind Road N.E. The petitioners have also applied for four variances to Section 205.09.01.0 of the Fridley City Code to allow the construction of the parking lot. The Appeals Commission voted to recommend denial of the variance to reduce the front yard setback from 35 feet to 15 feet, but recommended approval of the remaining three; to reduce the rear yard setback from 15 feet to 5 feet, to reduce a two way driving aisle from 25 feet to 24 feet, and to reduce the length of a parking stall from 20 feet to 18 feet. Site The subject parcel is located at the intersection of Hillwind Road and Lynde Drive. The adjacent use is the Hillwind Office building located at 941 Hillwind Road. The subject parcel is zoned R-3, General Multiple Family Dwelling. There is CR-1, General Office District zoning to the south. Background The petitioners received a rezoning from R-3, General Multiple Family Dwelling, to CR-1, General Office District, in 1988. The petitioner also received a variance, to reduce the side yard setback from 15 feet to 5 feet along the common property line between the subject parcel and the Hillwind Office parcel. The petitioner was required to provide 93 off street parking stalls based on the 1 per 250 sq. ft. office ratio in the Zoning Code. The site plan does provide the required 93 stalls. As a condition of approval, the petitioner was required to file restrictive covenants against the property (see Action Taken Letter dated September 19, 1988, Attachment A) . One of the restrictive. covenants stated that "the property owner warrants that all tenants, visitors, or occupants of any building constructed on the premises will not park in the street while using or visiting the building. Further the owner will take any and all steps which are necessary so as to ensure that there is not any on-street parking". The petitioner has one tenant, Burnet Realty, which is currently violating the restrictive covenants. As is stated on the petitioner's hardship letter dated December 5, 1991, the tenant conducts weekly tours from the center; therefore, the petitioner Staff Report SP #91-15, Rolche' Partnership Page 3 is requesting the variances to resolve the parking problem. Intent of the Ordinance Section 205.09.01.C. (6) allows as a special use parking for an adjacent use on property zoned R-3, General Multiple Family Dwelling. The Code was probably intended for a vacant parcel rather than sharing parking between differing uses which do not have similar parking requirements. In this instance, the petitioner is proposing to share the parking lot of an adjacent apartment complex. The petitioner is proposing to expand the apartment complexes' parking lot in order to gain additional spaces. The expansion of the parking area necessitates the variance application. The existing parking lot provides approximately 20 spaces for the apartment complexes (see existing site plan) . The petitioner is proposing to expand the parking area to provide 42 parking stalls (see proposed site plan) . In reviewing the proposed plan, the striping is such that it cannot meet the code required 25 foot driving aisle and 20 foot space. Practically, it could function but in order to meet the Code, it would have to be striped in such a way to facilitate one-way traffic and prevent parkers from using the parking lot as if it has two-way driving aisles. By expanding the parking area, the petitioner will actually be bringing the parking area up to code. The parking area is shared by two 11 unit, one-bedroom apartment buildings. As required by Code, the parking area should provide 33 spaces for the tenants. It is currently short 13 spaces. The net effect is that the petitioner gains 9 additional spaces to be shared between the two uses. After the Appeals Commission meeting, the petitioner revised the proposed plan to eliminate two of the four variances, and to reduce the amount of the front yard variance from 20 feet to 15 feet (35 feet to 21.5 feet; see revised proposed site plan) . The revised site plan attempts to meet the code requirements and utilizes a one way circulation plan. This can work, however, the stalls are not striped at an angle to facilitate the traffic circulation. In addition, in winter, it will be difficult at best to determine the proper traffic circulation. The revised plan provides 44 spaces, which is a net gain of 11 spaces. While the petitioner does not have any other alternatives, the Code clearly states in Section 205. 16.05.D. (7) that: "Adequate off- street parking spaces shall be required for all vehicles concerned with any use of the lot. " This would require that all cars associated with any tenant in the Hillwind Office Center building to park within the office center parking lot. The petitioner Staff Report SP #91-15, Rolche' Partnership Page 4 should work with individual tenants to resolve the parking problem in another manner other than expanding the apartment complexes' parking area. Recommendation and Stipulations As the intent of the ordinance to allow parking for adjacent use within the R-3 district is for vacant parcels and as the Code requires that adequate off-street parking be provided for all vehicles concerned with any use on a particular lot, staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend denial of the special use permit request to the City Council. However, if the Commission recommends approval of the special use permit, staff recommends the following stipulations: 1. The petitioner shall submit a drainage plan to the Engineering Department for approval. 2. Six-inch concrete curbing shall be installed along the entire perimeter of the parking area. 3. A landscaping plan in compliance with the Code shall be submitted and approved by staff. The plan shall include a 3 foot berm and trees 50 feet on center along Lynde Drive. 4. The petitioners shall construct dumpster enclosures for the apartment buildings. 5. The petitioners shall submit a striping plan for approval by staff. 6. The petitioners shall apply for and receive approval from the Rice Creek Watershed District. 7. Variance request, VAR #91-35, shall be approved. SP #91-15 • Rolche Investments i . • d • 3 v I • 1--- 7$11-11s'i0 rat �6e-)LL't._ f �.t. .. .1 4. • • el 0 ' 1. • : ..• '' t7�,b'ter ' - • ��nfy t.).'':4'9 _y—ZAZ.... , • i.-. - • • %• fie,J . . • -• ..'� .c h . • . . • ,. C • • .. 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Inn :26.w J um•O - 10. . l Q cnoulwrt.�.gp4� d1 3 ^----- • - Ni �..� . . < ). �.�. r< ----- • c v •01b ,off .. • -------- REVISED PROPOSED SITE PLAN SP #91-15 • Rolche Invikjment i I Li Z i3 a i z 3 ' a.. ti c0i 4 i €,.3 y..o s831 e wY CK; Yr '. k co U) ii I k 1 L 0 CD its,}Q4. bst LY W _ 1 0 or i I (--_ --, , cc— D I ti , ___.„._ ._ . wI. /›...• i _ 1. d N E • I - j Lh x—•— --.-•—vr—• t • N ft It I • C r .: 0 0 ,______________„__, �I !s 3 J _o 0 C.) Rolche' Partnership 3647 McKinley St. N.E., Minneapolis, MN 55418 Telephone (612) 781-3184 December 5, 1991 Ms. Michelle McPherson Appeal Commission of the City of Fridley Fridley Municipal Center 6431 University Avenue N.E. Fridley, Minnesota 55432 Dear Michelle: This request is made to the Commission for its consideration of a Variance Request by Rolche' Partnership. This request is made to allow for overflow parking for the tenants at the office building known as Hillwind Office Centre. Although Hillwind has ample parking at the site, there are times when additional parking is needed to accommodate the visitors to the office building. Burnet Realty conducts weekly tours of the properties they list which requires salespeople from other Burnet locations to come to Hillwind Office Centre. They leave their cars at Hillwind for 3 to 4 hours at a time causing a shortage for the other tenants. This occurs during normal working hours, never on weekends or in the evening. We are asking your help in relieving this hardship that exists. We have contacted our neighbor to the north to lease some parking stalls from them to accommodate us during the overflow parking problem. We have a long term lease, pending your approval. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Respectfully, R. A. Stinski RAS/jkb in CI YOF FRIDLEY CIVIC CENTER • 6431 UNIVERSITY AVE. N.E. FRIDLEY.MINNESOTA 55432 • PHONE(612)571-3450 September 19, 1988 Cheryl Stinski 1612 Berne Circle N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 On September 12, 1988 the Fridley City Council officially approved your request for a Rezoning, ZOA #88-01, to rezone from R-3, General Multiple Dwelling, to CR-I, General Office, on part of Lots 2 and 3, Auditor's Subdivision No. 25, the same being 1001 Hillwind Road N.E. , with the following stipulations: 1. The vacated house on the rezoned parcel should be removed from the site prior to the publishing of the rezoning ordinance. 2. The proposed rezoning is for the development as outlined on the attached site plans and elevations only. 3. The petitioner or her agent agrees to manage the leasing of the office space in a fashion which would not create a need for-on-street parking. Should on-street parking result, the City may sign the street as "no parking" and require that additional stalls be made available or the need be reduced. 4. Petitioner to work with staff on landscape refinements and have an agreed upon plan prior to City Council approval. 5. Petitioner to supply a storm drainage plan which meets staff approval prior to City Council public hearing. 6. Petitioner to supply a performance bond or letter of credit in the amount of 3% of the construction value prior to issuance of a building permit. 7. That this rezoning is contingent upon the property owner filing Restrictive Covenants against the subject property providing for the following: a. That the property will only be used for the construction of a building that fully conforms with and complies with those site plans and elevations which are on file with the office of the Director of Community Development for the City of Fridley. Stinski ZOA September 19, 1988 Page 2 b. That the property owner warrants that all tenants, visitors, or occupants of any building constructed on the premises will not park in the street while using or visiting the building. Further, the owner will take any and all steps which are necessary so as to ensure that there is not any on-street parking. 8. In the event that a Certificate of Occupancy is not issued on or before June 1, 1990 by the City for the building described in paragraph 1 above, then this rezoning shall be automatically terminated and the zoning classification for the property shall revert to the original zoning classification of R-3, General Multiple Dwelling. If you have any questions regarding the above action, please call the Planning Department at 571-3450. Sincerely, ' 41 /; ; --' ohn L. Robertson L/ Community Development Director JLR/dn Please review the noted stipulations, sign the statement below and return one copy to the City of Fridley Planning Department by September 30, 1988. Concur with action taken CI T i OF J.RIDLE 6431 UNIVERSITY AVENUE N.E. i` . 1=f , , t ' s FRIDIEY, I 55432 Community Development Department'ter ._ ° '1aM (612) 571-3450 b SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION IO ' ".' PROPEIZI'Y I T10N - site plan required'for submittals;: see attached:-- ' w x4 Address: 910-950 Ly nde Drive' ,»f� ;.� �' a st4�. Legal description: 910 Lots 5 through' .7, Block'4 Lyndale Builders 6th Additionh, E °4F1 950 - Lots 3 through 5 Block 4' . w Txact,/lgdditiaal Lyndale Builders 6th Addition,� rV,A Current zoning: R-3 General TMul ti pi dsquare footage/acreage ' �4 ir'` , ,,, ,,.�r • Family Dwelling ,r a�`. Reason for , t � ,� � ,, � .�Y�zIA s. ' ..�� � x' '. special use permit:t To allow overflow parking for: adjoining property ' ,.; at 941 Hillwind Roa 1"HillwindyOfficelCgn e" ,•, , Section of City Code::) �-0a1.01. e Cam) —1-s ',Data.) ` 'F ' Idile; - let ✓,,. ; , �';y ^4-f ctv WI— — ' ' 404- •Qr:C. i4-;:Vim: i r _,l i b 2& k' `" ;. , F ,, FEE OWNER I I-, .i ,' O ,x e.r„ 3'r t.r:r.. (Contract Purchasers: Fee'Owners rust sign this form prior to processing) :" f NAME Lynde Investment Co. ADSS 400 o Avenue S . Golden Valley, MN 55416 LINYTIME PHONE 545-0780 SI E prh6 >5" eta:1T10MR INFORMATION NAME Rolche' Partnership ADIii2ESS 3647 McKinley Street N.E. , Minneapolis, MN, 55418 DAYTIME PHONE 781-3184 SIC 1URE , ,,(� DATE /74_c.."// _ ,- Fee: $200.00 ,/ ................ $100.00 for residential second accessory buildings Permit SP # 1 l -- I<- Receipt # 403 q‘o, Application received by: r v .�,1�}i Scheduled Planning Commission date: ' 'V Scheduled City Council date: 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 Wednedsay, January 8, 1992 at 7:30 p.m. for the purpose of: Consideration of a Special Use Permit, SP #91- 15, by Rolche' Partnership, per Section 205.09.01.C. (6) of the Fridley City Code, to allow automobile parking lot for off-street parking for adjacent uses, on Lots 3 through 7, Block 4, Lyndale Builders 6th Addition, generally located at 910-950 Lynde Drive N.E. Any and all persons desiring to be heard shall be given an opportunity at the above stated time and place. DONALD BETZOLD CHAIRMAN PLANNING COMMISSION Publish: December 25, 1991 January 1, 1992 Any questions related to this item may be referred to the Fridley Community Development Department, 571-3450. Planning SP #91-15 Rolche' Partnership MAILING LIST Council Rolche' Partnership Resident Manager 3647 McKinley Street N.E. 910 Lynde Drive N.E. Minneapolis, MN 55418 Fridley, MN 55432 Lynde Investment Co. Apartment Management Plus 400 Dakota Avenue South 4530 Excelsior Boulevard Golden Valley, MN 55416 St. Louis Park, MN 55416 Resident Manager Resident Manager 5650 Polk Street N.E. 5701 Highway 65 N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MN 55432 Polk Street Investment Group Resident Manager 2901 Metro Drive, #105 995 Lynde Drive N.E. Bloomington, MN 55420 Fridley, MN 55432 Real Estate 10 Office Bldg. Jesper Jensen 951 Hillwind Road N.E. 1011 Lynde Drive N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MN 55432 Independent Ten Phan Quan 951 Hillwind Road N.E. 1001 Lynde Drive N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MN 55432 Harry McKinley Rolche' Partnership 1010 Lynde Drive N.E. 941 Hillwind Road N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MN 55432 Harry McKinley City Council Members P.O. Box 32154 Fridley, MN 55432 Planning Comm. Chair Ray Wells 1000 Lynde Drive N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 Resident Manager 990 Lynde Drive N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 Robert Shapiro Lynde Investment Company 9801 Oak Ridge Trail Hopkins, MN 55343 Resident Manager 950 Lynde Drive N.E. Fridley, MN 55432