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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-19-1986 Planning MinutesPLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MONDAY , NAY 19, 1986 7 : 3 0 P.M. 1275 BROWN ROAD SOUTH - COUNCIL Cam as COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE - John Hammerel ATTMDANCE SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. 7:30 P.M. #1024 Michael Robinson, Preliminary Subdivision 15 Orolto Orchard Road 2. 7:45 P.M. #1026 Mike Hilbelink/John Vogt, 160 Old Crystal Bay Road - Preliminary Subdivision ACTION ITEMS 3. #1017 Morris & Jackie Nelson, 1900 Shoreline Drive a) Zoning Amendment - Continuation of Public Hearing b) Conditional Use Permit for Bed & Breakfast Use 4. #1020 Suburban Hennepin Regional Park District• 2865 North Shore Drive - Conditional Use Permit 5. #1022 Charles A. Schall, 605 Park Lane - Variance 6. #1023 Rolla M. Martin, 2675 Shadywood Road - Variances - Public Hearing 7. #1025 Edward P. Henrich, 4115 Highwood Road - Variances - Public Hearing - Tabled per Applicants Request 8. #1027 Phillip Pillsubry, 1200 Bracketts Point Road - Variances - Public Hearing 9. #1028 Len Bachkes, 2813 Casco Point. Road - Variance - Public Hearing 10. #1029 Leo Clifford, 4760 North Shore Drive - Renewal Variance - Public Hearing 11. #1030 Charles D. Dollar, 1810 Lakeview Terrace - Variance - Public Hearing 12. #1031 Mark Hunsley, 3464 Eastlake Street. - Variance - Public Hearing 13. #1032 Brian Fulmer, 3505 Wayzata Boulevard - Variance - Public Hearing 14. #1033 Royal Dosset.t, 2795 Pheasants Road - Variances - Public Hearing ADDITIONAL ITEMS 15. Planning Commission approval of April 21, 1986 Minutes. 16. Planning Commission to select a representat i. ve to attend the June 16 , 1 986 Counci 1 Meeting. ADJOURNMENT St the MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MAY 19, 1986 ATTENDANCE 7:30 P.M. The Orono P lr nning Commission met on the above date with the following members present: Chairman Kelley, Taylor, Callahan, Goetten, McDonald, and Bellows. Rovegno was absent. The following represented the City staff: Building & Zoning Administrator Mabusth, Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron, and City Recorder Peterson. Planning Commission member Bellows left the meeting at 10:37 P.M. #1024 MICHAEL ROBINSON 15 ORONO ORCHARD ROAD PRELIMIMARY SUBDIVISION PUBLIC HEARING 7:30 -- 7:32 The Affidavit of was noted. Publication and Certificate of Mailing No one was present from the public regarding this matter and the public hearing was closed. Upon request of the applicant, it was moved by Chairman Kelley, seconded by McDona 1 d , to table this matter until the June 16, 1986 meeting. Motion, Aves 6, Nays 0. #1026 MIRE HILBELINR/JOHN VOGT 160 OLD CRYSTAL BAY ROAD PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION PUBLIC HEARING 7:45 - 7:50 The Af f idavit was noted. of Publication and Certif ica -e of Mai ling Mike Hi 1 be 1 ink and John Vogt were present for this matter. Zoning Administrator Mabusth explained the request for a Class I I I Subdivision of three lots of approximately 3.6 acres, 7+ acres, and 7+ acres that staff recommends that th south side because of sighting that an accessory structure e respectively. She noted access on Lot 1 be on the distance. She also noted on Lot 1 may not meet the required 10' setback which may require variance. An official survey was not yet confirm this. removal or a available to Mr. Vogt stated that he met with Public Works Coordinator Gerhardson and they felt that there was not a sight distance problem and would .like to have the access on the north side of Lot 1. Chairman Kelley stated that they have not received a recommendation from John Ce r. hard son and at this point would have to go along with staf f's recommendation or table the matter for more information. 1 with (lor, was :af f otant rder the i_ling atter 1rman unt i 1 iling this for a l y 3.6 notes: )n the noted t the or a ►le to Works !s not ,e the ved a point ion or MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MAY 19, 1986 #1026 HILBELINR/VOGT continued Mr. Vogt asked if they could approve this request as proposed. Zoning Administrator Mabusth stated that staff has more concerns regarding access because of the feasibility of future subdivisions. Bellows stated that the Planning Commission should have an official survey to review before making an intelligent decision-, Applicants stated that tabling this for a month would create a hardship for the three parties that own these lots. No one was present from the public regarding this matter and the public hearing was closed. It was moved by Bellows, seconded by McDonald, to table this application pending a survey. Motion, Ayes 6, Nays 0. #1017 MORRIS S JACKIE NELSON 1900 SHORELINE DRIVE A) ZONING AMENDMENT - CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING B) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR BED BREAKFAST USE Morris Nelson and Tom Ha i s 1 et were present for this matter. A) Zonin�c Planning amendment. Amendment Commission Continuation reviewed No one was present from the public and the public hearing was closed. of Public Hearing the proposed zoning regarding this matter It was moved by Chairman Kelley, seconded by Taylor, to recommend approval to amend Section 10.20, Subdivision 3 adding Bed & Breakfast as a conditional use as proposed with the following changes/additions: Paragragh 1. Amended to read "and no meals other than a light breakfast shall be provided on the premises..." 1. The property must satisfy all applicable lot standards for the given zoning district in addition to meeting the area ratio of 1/4 acre per guest room, but in no case shall the number of guest rooms exceed 6. 2. As proposed. 3. Provided screening to be of natural plantings. 2 MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MAY 19, 1986 ZONING AMENDMENT/#1OIL 7 NELSON continued 4. No on -site commercial signage or 1 ighting sha 11 be allowed . 5. Staff to clean-up language to meet code requirements. 6. As proposed. 7. All Bed & Breakfast gueJt use activities must be located 50' from ad -iac:ent lot lines. 8. As proposed. 9. Addition of requiring a site plan for landscaping and all .improvements. 10. a) No additional home occupation - accessory use b) As proposed. c) Animal units must be owned by resident owner only Motion, Ayes 41 Nays 2. McDonald and Callahan voted nay stating that they were not in favor of Bed & Breakfast use in residential area in Orono. B) Conditional Use Permit for Bed & Breakfast Use No one was present from the public regarding this matter and the public hearing was closed. It was moved by Chairman Kelley, seconded by Taylor, to table this matter pending Council action on the proposed Zoning Amendment. Motion, Ayes 6, Nays 0. #1020 SUBURBAN HENNEPIN REGIONAL 2865 NORTH SHORE DRIVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING Present from District were Bob Ali ck lund , PARK DISTRICT the Suburban Hennepin Regicnal Park Commissioner Bill Boynton, Marty Jessen, Neil Weber, and Deborah Bartels. It was noted that Diann Goetten and Park Commission Chairman Barb Peterson were present, both served on the County Park committee involved in planning of Noerenberg Park. Goetten noted that as a member of the County Park committee, that a great deal of effort and planning was done to come up with the proposed plan and comply with the intent of the will.. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaf f ron reviewed the land use issues in which the Planning Commission is to deal with as follows: 3 MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MAY 19, 1986 #1020 SUBURBAN HENNEPIN PARR DISTRICT continued Hardcover 0-75' - proposed 3.5% (trail, existing gazebo & pumphouse) less limestone paths if found to be permeable - proposed hardcover 1.7 % - 0 % allowed 7 5-2 50' ( south side of 51) - proposed 4.1 % ( steps, trails, memorial arbor, portion of parking lot) - 25% allowed 250-500' - proposed 16% (visitor center & parking lot) - a i l owed 3 0% Planning Commission felt comfortable with the proposed hardcover. Drainage Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaf f ron reviewed the proposed grading and stated that the City Engineer finds no major prob 1 ems. It was noted that all drainage will go into the wetland and that no fill will be removed or brought in to site. Planning Commission found no problems with drainage. Parkin Parking on south side of Cty. Rd. 51 - proposed blacktop parking lot for 50 cars. Taylor stated that he felt that the suggested need to increase the size of the lot was a byproduct of intensification of use. Goetten stated that the existing parking area is not adequate and intensification was not an issue when planning. Mr. Wick 1 and stated that the plan was just to improve the existing lot. George Grooms, 3065 North Shore Drive, stated that he has never seen more than 30 cars, mostly during weddings at. the park. Jim Mitchell, 2865 North Shore Drive, concurred with Mr. Grooms' statement. Intensification & Wedding Issue McDonald indicated that he felt the wedding issue was a commercial use. Ell MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MAY 19, 1986 #1020 SUBURBAN HENNEPIN PARR DISTRICT continued Taylor stated that the wedding use should be addressed as opposed to the general public's appreciation and enjoyment of the park. He felt the increased size of parking lot was to accomodate the weddings. Goetten stated that the committee did address weddings as a use, but the proposed improved parking area was because of the general daily use. Chairman Kelley questioned whether the wedding use, which seems to be rising, would interfere with the general use of the public. Mr. Wick 1 and stated that thy--, -ark is not exclusively reserved for a wedding, the public is still able to enjoy the park. Deborah Bartels stated that they project 25,O00 visitors per year in 2-3 years in comparison to the present 8,400 annual visitor •• . Goetten state . that the committee felt that the 25, 000 visitor estimate was high and would be more in line with 12,000 visitors per year. Planning Commission majority agreed that the intent of the proposal was a significant intensification and again questioned the intent of the will. Mr. Jessen stated that the extent of development of gardens is up to the discretion of the Park District except for the things specifically prohibited in the will. In reference to the north side, he stated that there will be no changes other than a trail and a small gravel parking lot. Jack Swenson, 3020 North Shore Drive, stated that he is concerned about opening an access on the north side. Goetten addressed the intent and need for a visitor center being a place for workers and a central location for educating the visitors. She noted that they hoped the building would be used during the winter months also. Duane Brodersen, 3625 North felt the weddings during people from the intended aspect and intrusion. Shore Drive, stated that he prime -time would discourage use and creates a negative 5 MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MAY 19, 1986 #1020 SUBURBAN HE NEPIN PARR DISTRICT continued Neil Webber stated that the educational aspect of the park is very critical because this particular park is a very unique si tuativii and the public should be made aware of it. He stated that their concerns also include density and that the 25,000 annual visitor number is not a "goal" just a potential number. It was moved by Ca 1 lar an, seconded by McDonald, recommend to reject the proposal specifically in connection with the concept of the visitor center and marking lot. Motion, Ayes 41 Nays 2. Goetten and Bellows voted nay. #1022 C S A. SCHALL 605 PARR LANE VARIANCE - SECOND REVIEW Charles and Marilyn Schall were present for this matter along with their contractor, Marty Bethke. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaf f ron noted that the applicant and neighbor were not able to reach a compromising solution. He explained the proposed plan which consisted of an entry addition and a garage with a second story stoLage room area. The garage addition is proposed at 7.7' from side setback, 3.5' from street setback, and proposed at 20' in height (30' allowed). He noted that hardcover trade-offs would create a small decrease in existing hardcover. Stan & Betty Rudd, 601 Park Lane, were present for this matter. Mr. Rudd stated that they were agreeable to a garage addition 15' in heirrht. He submitted photos. Mr. Bethke stated that an - ddi t ion at 15' height would create an unusable space above garage. It was noted in Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron's memo that Chief Ki 1 bo felt that the proposed access to garage is no more unsafe than the existing situation. Bellows stated that she felt some of the hardcover proposed to be removed for trade-off should be kept for back-up apron to provide safety. Mr. Scha 1 1 stated that the proposed room above garage addition will be used as a second bedroom because the existing house is only 1-1/2 bedrooms. 6 MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MAY 19, 1986 #1022 SCHALL continued It was moved by Callahan, seconded by McDonald, to recommend approval of the proposed plan with the back-up apron hardcover to remain. Motion, Ayes 4, Nays 2. Bellows and Kelley voted nay. Bellows stated that she recognizes the hardship but felt the applicant bought in to the situation and that the area is already very much overbuilt. #1023 ROLLA M. MARTIN 2675 SHADYWOOD ROAD VARIANCES PUBLIC HEARING 10 :15 - 10 :19 The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing was noted. Rolla and Nancy Martin were present for this matter. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron explained the the request for a hardcover variance to construct a bedroom addition in the 75-250' area which would increase the hardcover from 26.8 % to 27.1 %, no hardcover trade-off is proposed. No one was present from the public regarding this matter and the public hearing was closed. It was moved by Chairman Kelley, seconded by McDonald, to recommend approval as proposed. Motion, Ayes 6, Nays 0. #1025 EDWARD P. HENRICH 4115 HIGHWOOD ROAD VARIANCES PUBLIC HEARING 7:41 - 7:42 The Affidavit was noted. of Publication and Certificate of Mailing No one was present from the public regarding this matter and trP public hearing was closed. Edward and Phyllis Henri.ch were present and requested that this application be tabled. It was moved by Chairman Kelley, seconded by McDonald to table this matter at this time. Motion, Ayes 6, Nays 0. #1027 PHILLIP PILLSBURY 1200 BRACKETTS POINT ROAD VARIANCES PUBLIC HEARING 10:20 - 10:35 The Af f i d,-i v i t of Publ i cat ion and Certi f icate of Mai 1 ing wa S I"C)t (-,d . 7 MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MAY 19, 1986 #1027 PILLSBURY continued Representing the applicant: William Scott, arch.Ltect, Steve Pf laum, applicant's attorney, and Damon Farber, landscape designer. Zoning Administrator Mabusth explained the request for height variances of 2-1/2 feet for installation of a 6 foot high "sepentine" brick wall within the street yards adjacent to Bracketts Point Road. Applicant's representatives noted that the hardship was the need to screen noise and lighting from County Rd. 15. They also noted that the neighbor' are in favor of the proposal. No one was present from the public regarding this matter and the public hearing was closed. Bellows questioned if she because she is related to Commission found no reason should abstain from voting applicant through marriage. for her abstention in voting. It was moved by Goetten, seconded by Bellows, to recommend approval of the proposal. Motion, Ayes 2, Nays 4. Motion f a i i s. Kelley, Taylor, McDon4 ld, and Callahan voted nay. Kelley stated that he was opposed to bricking in or fencing in Orono and prefers a natural screening alternative. # 10 2 8 LEN BAC.HRES 2813 CASCO POINT ROAD VARIANCE PUBLIC HEARING 10:37 - The was 10:42 Affidavit of noted. Publication and Certificate of Mailing Len and Mary Ann Bachkes were present for this matter. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron explained the variances requests in order to construct an addition to the west side of their home. 1 ) proposed hardcover increase in the 75-250' from 26.0 % to 29.7 %. There no substantial hardcover items t removed as a tradeoff. 2 ) side feet leaving a 9.5 foot setback house. No one was present from and the public hearing .hat could reasonably setback variance of on the west side of are be 0.5 the the public regarding this matter was closed. 0 !MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MAY 19, 1986 #1028 BACHKES continued It was moved by Cal lahan, seconded by Taylor, to recommend approval as proposed. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. #1029 LEO CLIFFORD 4760 NORTH SHORE DRIVE RENEWAL VARIANCE PUBLIC HEARING 7:33 - 7:36 The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing was noted. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron explained the request for the renewal of lot area/lot width variances to build on 0.39 acre lot which was previously approved on 11/13/84 Resolution #1698 which has expired. No one was present from the public regarding this matter and the public hearing was closed. It was moved by Taylor, seconded by McDonald, to recommend approval of the variance renewal as presented. Motion, Ayes 61 Nays 0. #1030 CHARLES D. DOLLAR 1810 LAICEV I EW TERRACE VARIANCE PUBLIC HEARING 10:43 - 10:47 The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing was noted. Charles Dollar way present for this matter. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron explained the request for a side setback varian �e to construct a room addition 16.5' from the side setback where 30' is normally required. He noted that the neighboring property owner has acknowledges: having been appraised of the applicant's plans, and has not made any comments to staff. No one was present from the public regarding this matter and the public hearing was closed. It was moved by Goetten, seconded by Kelley, to recommend approval as proposed. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. 9 MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MAY 19, 1986 #1031 MARK HUNSLEY 3464 EASTLAKE STREET VARIANCE PUBLIC HEARING 7:36 - 7:40 The Affidavit was noted. #1032 BRIAN FULMER 3505 WAYZATA BLVD. VARIANCE PUBLIC HEARING of Publication and Certificate of Mailing Assistant Zoning Administri request for variances to patio partially within 0-75 250' hardcover limitations. patio is proposed in the hardcover in the 0-75' zone proposed addition would in 30.0E to 32.9%. for Gaf f ron explained the construct a 18'x22' brick setback and exceeding 75- Approximate ly 88 s. f . of 0 -7 5' zone creating 1.2 % In the 75-250' zone, the :rease the hardcover from Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron noted that similar variances were granted to the properties at 3424 and 3444 Eastlake Street. Nancy and Mark Huns ley were present for this matter. Mr. Huns ley stated that the hardships were a need for a patio and that this was the only viable site location. No one was present from the public regarding this matter and the public hearing was closed. It was moved by Bellows, seconded by McDonald,, to recommend approval of the variances as proposed. Motion, Ayes 6, Nays 0. 10:48 - 11:00 The Affidavit was noted. of Publication and Certificate of Mailing Brian Fulmer was present for this matter. Zoning Administrator Mabusth explained that the applicant is requesting a variance to the Highway 12 Moratorium because he seeks an amendment of Comprehensive Plan by seeking sewer service for property located within defined rural area. She noted that on April 28, 1986, Council approved sewer service to serve the applicant's proposed commercial use. No one was present from and the public hearing the public regarding this matter was closed. 10 MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MAY 196 1986 #1032 FULMER continued It was moved by Goetten, seconded by Taylor, to recommend approval of the variance to the moratorium finding that it is a unique situation and that the request is not contrary to the intent of the comprehensive plan. Motion, Ayes 3, Nays 2. Callahan and Kelley voted nay stating they were not in favor of allowing the sewer hookup as were Counci lmembers Grabek and Frahm. #1033 ROYAL DOSSETT 2795 PHEASANT ROAD VARIANCES PUBLIC HEARING 11:00 - 11:23 The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing was noted. Royal Dossett was present for this matter. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron explained the request to add a structure and hardcover exceeding the limits in the 0-7 5' setback zone and average setback variance. The addition consists of a glassed -in porch of which 100 s.f. is in the 0-75' and a 414 s.f. patio in the 0-75' area. Existing and proposed hardcover as follows: 0-75' 0-1% (steps to lake) existing - 4.5E proposed 75-250' 26.3E existing - 27.2E proposed Gaffron noted that the proposed addition would not obstruct neighbor's view because of the thick growth of pine trees. Any drainage would be away from the lake. He also noted in his memo a number of similar minor encroachments into the 0-75' recently approved by the Council. Mr. Dossett reviewed the need for a screened porch and the patio area in a consistantly muddy area where grass will not grow because of the shade from trees. Planning Commission did not feel that all the proposed patio area was necessary. No one was present from the public regarding this matter and the public hearing was closed. It was moved by Chairman Kelley, seconded by Goetten, to recommend approval of the porch and partial patio and steps to the side entrance excluding the wrap around patio sidewalk area and deck on side. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. 11 MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MAY 19, 1986 APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Taylor, seconded by Chairman Kelley, to PP a rove the Minutes of the April 21, 1986 Planning Commission meeting as submitted. Motion, Ayes 61 Nays 0. PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE etten was appointed to Planning Commission member Go PP attend the June 9, 1.9 8 6 Council meei i ng . ADJOURNMENT 11:29 P.M. seconded by Goettei�, to It was moved by Chairman Kelley, adjourn the Planning Commission meeting at 11 : 29 P.M. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. 12