05-21-2018 Planning Commission Packet

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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION Monday, April 16, 2018 6:30 o'clock p.m. Gronberg indicated the 32 -inch willow tree will be removed and that they are attempting to save as many trees as possible. Thiesse noted the attempt to save some of the trees is the reason for the variance request. Tyler commented that is his biggest concern and that he would like to see as few of the trees cut down as possible. Steve Gibson, 2146 Sixth Avenue North, stated he had the same concern regarding the trees. Gibson asked why the hammerhead needs to be so large. Curtis stated the proposal is an attempt to comply with the requirements of a cul-de-sac and that the hammerhead needs to accommodate emergency vehicles. Chair Thiesse closed the public hearing at 6:50 p.m. Landgraver and Lemke stated they do not have any concerns with the application. Lemke moved, Ressler seconded, to recommend approval of Application No. LA18-000012, Mark Stipakov, 2150 Sixth Avenue North, granting of an amendment to the original conditions of subdivision approval regarding the driveway. VOTE: Ayes 6, Nays 0. 5. LA18-000034 APEX HOLDING, LLC, 2635 KELLEY PARKWAY, FINAL PLAT, FINAL MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND REZONING, 6:50 P.M. — 7:11 P.M. Sanjeev Mangalick, Apex Holding, was present. Curtis noted this proposed project for a 70 -unit senior living apartment building went through a sketch plan review in 2016 and received preliminary approval in 2017. The applicants are now seeking final plat approval, final master development plan approval, and rezoning from RR -113 PUD to RPUD. The concept master plan was approved with flexibility from specific sections of the RPUD requirements as it relates to the parking lot and driving lane setback, the private recreational area, and the hardcover. The final plans as submitted are generally consistent with the previously reviewed preliminary plat. The two-story building reflects 70 units, which consist of 22 memory care, 24 assisted living, and 24 independent living units. Per the Metropolitan Council, all units count toward the City's density calculation. The developer should address the comments from the City Engineer prior to placement on the City Council agenda. The parking plan reflects 85 total parking stalls, with 46 surface spaces and 39 underground spaces. This is consistent with the number approved within the concept plan review. The Stonebay development has established a certain design characteristic. During the concept review Staff recommends that the building materials be consistent with the pattern established by the Stonebay development and include architectural shingles, cement/fiber board siding, brick and/or stone. The proposed materials appear to be consistent with the Stonebay design characteristics. Page 4 of 21