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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-15-1976 Planning Minutescm OP onoNo, Minnesota REGULAR PLAra>IING GCM41SSI0N MEETING HELD NOVB6ER 15, 1976 The Orono Pla<iaing CGnmi$si<m met on the above date with the following menhers present: Oiairwoman Diane Dunlap, Menhers Gloria McDonald, Gregg Hamah, Gene Woolley and Zoning Adninistrator Hank Muhidi. John Guthrie arrived at 7:55 p.m. ATTENDANCE - 7:55 P.M. 1. Qiaixwonian IXmlq^ amounced that this was the time and place for a Pid>lic Hearing on the proposed land donation of Bruce Dayton located at 475 East Lmg Lake Road. The Zoning Administrator presented the Notice of Pijblic Hearing and the Affadavit of Publication. BxTKe Dayton was present. He stated he would like to give this property to Orono. He has lived in Orono for the past 25 years and has enjoyed the area. When he first purchased this property it was a resort. His main objective was to dean up the area. Now he would like this to be opened up for pid>lic use. Mr. Dayton stated that Herbert Peterson, the adjoining property owner to the west, had future plans for donating some of his land to the City of Long Lake. David Pagel, a nearby property owner, wanted to know to what extent this park land would be developed. He was con- ceined Wbout the possible increase in traffic at the inter­ section of East Long La3w Road and Old Long Lake Road. Hank Muhich informed him that the City had no imnediate plans for this area and wanted to keep this as a low profile use. He then introduced Walt Lathrpp, Oiaiiman of the Park Comnission, and requested his input regarding future plans for this park land. Mr. Lathrop informed everyone in attendance that this park land was basically intended for Orono area residents. Some of the things that were being considered were parking by permit only, closing up of area at approximately 9:30 or so by the police, and fencing the land to allow more control. Mr. Dayton felt that it would be unfortunate to restrict this area to Orono area residents only. Marjorie Boshane expressed her concern for the need of restrooms and lighting in this area. large nunber of residents have been using the swinming beach. An increase in tiiis maiber would require the use of restroom and lifting facilities. Bert Gallistel was also present and expressed his appreciation to Bruce Dayton for this generous gift. He felt that park proper^ is getting scarce and Orono should take advantage of this offer. After all the public were heard, the Public Hearing was closed at 8:07 p.m. ^(iithrie moved, Hannah seconded, to accept this offer and ^express appreciation for same. Motion - Ayes (5), Nays (0). PUBLIC HEARING - BRUCE EAYTQN LAN EAST LONG LAKE (#193) 7:55 P.M. • QFICR [r.M waamumL MDinES OF A FLAWING (XMOSSION ICETING ffiU) NOVfeWSR IS, 1976 • PACE 2 iSS P.M.mm ) ■ ■ ■4: . mm •.. Ml*;-: S.*iiL ‘-v8>J Chaixwonian Dunlap announced thdt this was the tune place for a public hearing on the MacVarre Area Rezon^. ^ The Zoning Administrator j^resented a copy of the Notice of Pil>lic Hearing. The Zoning Administrator state<i that the area of concern is prrocrty south of the County ptcpBxty between County Road 15 and 19 and the 2 lots north of #15 and east of Blaine. This area would be rezoned from present LR-lC-1 (residential) to B-5 (Limited Neighborhood Business District). Hank Muihich pointed out this proposed wzcning to those in attendance. The following cane foiwaw to identify themselves: (knrad Schinmelpfemig, Clifrord Klapotz and Bert Gallistel. They were interested in knowing udiat some of the proposed uses would re. (3iair- woman Dunlap then informed toem that uses such ^ buildings» offices, clinics, locksmiths, hooby shop, jewelry store, library, record shop, pet shop, eto. would be permitted. After all the public were heard, the public hearing was closed at 8:15 p.m. Those people who were at this meeting did nre express aiy objection to this rezoning. The Zon^ Administrator informed those in attendance that this B-5 zone would have to be established before proceeding with the Navarre rezoning. At the present time, there are no plans for any proposed building. Woolley moved, Guthrie seconded, that the new B-5 zone be granted and subject property be designated as B-5. Also reconmsnded adopticn of zoning ovdinsneo amondniBnt# Motion - Ayes (5), Nays (0). The Zoning Administrator informed the Commission that no new material had been sibmitted. However, the nw of this property, Jim DeSplinter, was present and siiimitted his proposed plans. After reviewing these plans, discovered that all the necessary data was not included. The Zoning Administrator informed the new applicant that it would be necessary to meet with him to discuss this proposal in order to meet the requirements. Hannah moved, Guthrie seconded, to table this application until the Zoning Administrator has a diance to review. Motion - Ayes (5), Nays (0). The Zoning Administrator informed the Comnissire tiiat he did not have all the material requested. He did have a conversation with the flood plain people and Hennepin County (3onservation District will outline wetlands area ^ for us. We are also waiting for a feasibility report as far as the septic system is concerned. Hennepin County NAVARRE AREA REZONING 8 ORDINANCE AMENEMENF (#193) 'S'- ■ ‘ I- i i ROBERT JOIfISON 1121 EUilDOD AVENUE VARIANCE - LOT AREA 8 WIDTH (#164) STEVE WALLACK (T.M.G.) 4100 SIXTH AVENUE N. SUBDIVISION (PRELIMINARY) (#188) L minutes of a PL/ttWING CCM4ISSI0N MEETING HELD NOVEMBER 15, 1976 - PAffl 3 6 sEVJS ’A Plain people, they told him that the flood plain had no bearing on the stWivision. Their only concern was insurance which would be increased in a flood plain area, ^rie noved, Hannah seconded, to table this matter until all additional material is conplete. Motion * Ayes (5), Nays (0). Mr. Solie was present and sibmitted a letter from the Pollution Control Agency. Chairwoman Dinlap read this letter which, in effect, stated that they were not opposed to the use of creosote ties and felt the ties would not have a significant impact on the surface MOtt. Mr. Solie also mentioned that the MOW) had mentioned that these ties were non-polluting. The Planning Conmssion was concerned d)Out this as it has been their understand^ thdt creosote ties were polluting. In the past six months, many ai^lications requesting the use of these ties have been turned down. After a short discussion, the Planning Coamission felt they needi^ more time to obtain additional^formation. Hannih moved, Guthrie seconded, to table this application in order to receive documentation from the engineer regarding the amomt of creosote in the logs and the inpact this would have on Lake Minnetonka and any other doasnentation that is appropriate and- make a decision at that time. Motion - Ayes (5), Nays (0). The Zoning Administrator stated that the aR)licant is requesting a variance for the proposed addition to the existing dwelling. The location does not appear to conflict with any neighbor’s viw of the lake. There is no other land available and addition would be an improvement to the property. Hannah moved, Woolley seconded, that this varimce be approved given the fact of the configuration of the lot, ^s not interfere with nei^bor’s view of lake and no other land is available. Motion - Ayes (5), Nays (0). The Zoning Administrator informed the Planning Conmssion that the applicant had telephoned earlier expiating that he could not attend the meeting until 10:00. Mr. Ortenblad is requesting variances for construction ot a new dwelling on this lot. TWo present and the Planning Commission heard their comets at this time. Audrey Santella, nei^ibor to the south, objected to the proposed location of this house would extend closer to the lake than her home and felt would obstruct their view. City Ordinance states that houses should be in line and her feeling was that this should be followed. She was also concerned about the STEVE WALLACK (T.M.G.) (Continued) #188 ROBEFT SOLIE 1085 NORTH ARM DRIVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT grading and filling (#190) DAVID BUTLER 4685 NORTH SHORE DRIVE VARIANCE - LOT AREA 8 LOT WIDTH (#194) WARREN ORTENKAD 2799 CASCO POINT ROAD VARIANCE - LOT WIDTH, SIDE SETBACK, LAKESHORE SETBACK COMPARED TO ADJOINING DWELLINGS (#195) 4 ] • MmrtES OT A PLANNING COMSSKW heETi:S HELD NOV0MR 15, 1976- PAGE 4 t.GO WABREN OBIENBLAD (Continued) #195) i DRIVE 0£A 6 J) rr I wnnH, JkKESHQ 2D TO LINGS Noim Kislin. son of the applicant, was present, ^e Zoning AdBto^^r stated that the applicant is re<»jest^ to aM a rarage to the existing non-coi^ming lot. etc. thaf he*is currently spring now be enclosed. Per ly sugwstion, te hw agree^ ».<n«-a4n an 8>s’ side yard setback, a house and a 22* setback Avenue. Proposed garage would be 22 x fi—lo^on woSd be 5«aigBd to jeet side ^ setback, the rear entrance to house would be obstructed. Woolley moved, Guthrie seconded, to afnot to obstruct the houM wtry a^ no other land is avail^le. MDtion - Ayes (5), Nays C0)« Mr. Jensm was pfresent. He is ^ addition to their r)a^•ca^fomrngmeet the front and side yard setback requirement. The ^ proposed addition would have no af^t « however, the sane 2.8' side yard seihack ^d w Hank MJiich stated ttot *e iWov^ P^ted SSy between subject property and MouU tend to provide the necwsary distance b^ero stnictures. The addition would be an ^rovem^r^ to tne property. No other land is available for expaiision. TW lots are coni>ined. additional encroachment as propos^ («a continuation of existing house lines. Motion Ayes (.bj. Nays (0). The Planning Conmission took action on the following Work Session items. SSr SSti^^elling. The present tuck-under gara^ ^ would be used as a recreation room. There would be no ^ change in access. All setback requirements would be met. There is no way to expand lot. Guthrie moved, Hannah seconded, to recommend aPPj;;^ no other land is available and all setba^ requirements will be met. Motion - Ayes (5), Nays (0). EDWIN KUGLIN 2314 SHADYWOC® ROAD VARIAIO - ADD GARAGE TO non -cxwforming lot AND SIDE YARD ^ STREET SETBACK (#196) tm CURT JENSON 2700 BIHEL AVENUE VARIANCE - LOT AREA 6 Sire YARD SETBACK TO addition to non -oonfow LOT (#197) /Via, GARY F. MGNDALE 1965 COUNTRY CLUB RDA VARIANCE - LOT AREA § WIDTH (#198) MmjTES OF A PLANNING CC^WISSION MEETING HELD NOVEMBER 15, 1976 - PAGE 5 •1 Hannah moved, Guthrie seconded, to schedule a public hearing for Deceinber 20, 1976, at 7:3? p.m. The Plwaing Gonmission requested staff to get legal opinion from attorney conceming riparian rights in regard to this applicaticn. The Plying Ccmmission requested staff to obtain the dimensions of present building and total amount of use{d>le sq. ft. to be presented at the next meeting. VICTORIA GRAIN COMPANY (BRAUER 6 ASSOCIATES) NORTH ARM DRIVE SUBDIVISION (PRELIMINARY) (#200) JAMES McCLEARY 3445 BAYSIIX ROAD CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (#201) 1 A6 FORNFORMING B ROAD REA 6 Mr. Keaveny was present. He will be moving his drug store into the old Siqper Valu building. He is requesting approval to use the existing sign which is O' from the front property line and 8* larger than peimitted by our ordinance. He has agreed to remove the 64 sq. ft. lower area and use only the 108 sq. ft. at the top vdiich is within 8' of the 100' per­ mitted size. The Planning Comnission was concerned about the stone planter in the parking lot. They felt that this stone planter ^ould be removed. The Zoning Administrator infoim^ the Planning Comnission that the P^lic Works Department has consi&red removing this planter because of obstruction to the walking traffic. Mr. Keaveny stated that he would agree to remove the planter as soon as possible. Woolley moved, Hannah seconded, to approve the area variance of 8 sq. ft. and setback variance of 10' on the basis that Mr. Keaveny remove the stone planter at his earliest convenience. Motion - Ayes (5), Nays (0). The Planning Comnission suggested that the Public Works Department continue previous investigation for removal of stone planter and possible erection of transit shelter for that same location. Applicant arrived at 10:10 p.m. The Planning Comnission continued discussion of this application. Mr. Ortenblad was informed of the concerns of the adjoining neighbors. Neighbors were still presomt at this time. A leng&y discussion followed concern^ the proposed location of the house. The Planning Commission was also concerned about granting the 4' side yard setback variance. They felt a dwelling could be designed to fit on this lot and meet the required 10' side setback. Mr. Ortenblad would like to use his present plans to build this house and was reluctant to submit an alternative plan. Woolley moved. Hannah seconded, to table this matter suggest he suranit revised plans showing the front of and front of the ;e no furtiier ahead than the average setback of the homes on either side and that the side yard setback be 10', Motion - Ayes (5), Nays (0). RICHARD KEAVENY 3425 SHORELINE DRIVE VARIANCE - FRONT SETBACK SIQi LOCATION (#204) ■f. wm WARREN ORTENBLAD 2799 CASCO POINT ROAD VARIANCE - LOT WIDTH, SIDE SETBACK, LAKESHORE SETBACK COMPARED TO ADJOINING DWELLINGS (#195) MDCIES OF A PUNNDC OOHaSSION ICETING HELD NOVBOER IS. 1976 - PACE 6 IPANY 'BS) 1311 mco mn VE CTBACK Planning Comnission went into wDrk sessions irt Gasch, Victoria Grain Camparcf, James McC rison Johnston and James Snyder.V-’" ■ « LR-IB and LR-lC-1. After a short discussion, Guthrie moved, Hann^ secon^, to lecoamend to Comcil that all these areas be rezoned as shown on the map with the exception of the Texaco Station. Motion - Ayes (5), Nays (0). )fegl>er Guthrie reported that the Pjf has been reviewed by the Plannu^Co^si^ ^ . A prelhsinary draft is being sbbmtted to the Metro Cowcil. AiniTIGNAL NAVARRE AREA REZONING (fl92) COMPREHENSIVE SENER PLAN Hannah moved, Guthrie seconded, that the meeting be adjourned at li.^40 p.m. ADJOURT*^ It-- -4 ■' V.:-: ^ . ••. n W ; '• •.•: ••. ■: ... ..;. ;v- ••• -^7vV'. ./■ l->> i ^ .?■ . ' ■ . ..-W >Wi-y X- -.: - i;-J=;.: .■ .r