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MINUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br /> Monday, November 17, 2003 <br /> 6:00 o'clock p.m. <br /> (#13) #03-2963 WJM PROPERTIES, LLC, 2605 WEST WAYZATA BOULEVARD, <br /> COMMERCIAL SITE PLAN REVIEW, Continued <br /> Acting Chair Mabusth moved, Hawn seconded, recommending approval of <br /> Application #03-2963,WJM Properties, LLC, 2605 West Wayzata Boulevard, <br /> granting approval to construct a 20'X75' addition to the existing garage structure as <br /> the project meets all standards of the Industrial District. VOTE: Ayes 6, Nays 0. <br /> (#14) #03-2964 BRUCE AND KRIS PADDOCK, 3250 FOX STREET, <br /> PRELIMINARY PLAT (10:43— 11:15 P.M.) <br /> George Stickney, the applicant, and Mark Gronberg, Gronberg and Associates, were <br /> present. <br /> Waataja reported that the applicant requests preliminary plat approval to create 6 lots on <br /> one block at 3250 Fox Street to be known as Maxwell Bay Estates. She acknowledged that <br /> all of the proposed lots meet all Zoning Ordinance regulations with respect to area, width, <br /> and setbacks. <br /> Waataja pointed out that the surrounding development is residential property in all <br /> directions with Maxwell Bay of Lake Minnetonka to the direct south. She stated that the <br /> applicant has proposed a private road approximately 590' in length with a cul-de-sac <br /> serving the lots. While the City Engineer has not submitted his comments, the applicant <br /> will be required to meet all his recommendations prior to Council review. <br /> Waataj a continued, noting that the applicants would be required to dedicate the standard <br /> easements. She pointed out that the applicant has also proposed stormwater ponds to be <br /> situated on lots 3 and 4, as well as, the northeast portion of lot 6. <br /> With regard to tree preservation, Waataja pointed out that the applicants have submitted a <br /> tree preservation agreement which states that no trees shall be trimmed or removed within <br /> 20' of the lot boundary. In addition, the agreement provides strict penalties for tree <br /> removal consisting of a 2 to 1 replanting of at least 6" diameter trees. <br /> Waataja pointed out that copies of the proposed septic plans were submitted and reviewed <br /> by the City's septic inspector, who is recommending approval. <br /> Waataja indicated that staff would recommend approval of the preliminary plat with the <br /> following stipulations: <br /> 1. Implementation of the recommendations of the City Engineer. <br /> 2. Implementation of the recommendation of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. <br /> 3. Submission and approval of the final plat. <br /> 4. Subject to standard fees and dedication of required easements. <br /> 5. Demolition of the existing home and any outbuildings prior to any site grading. <br /> 6. Review by the Park Commission prior to City Council review. <br /> PAGE 34 of 41 <br />