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MIHDTBS OP THE PLMnUHG COHMISSION MEETING HELD SEPTEMBER 8, 1987
IDANCE 7:03 P.M.
The Orono Planning Commission met on the above date with the
following members present: Acting Chairman Bellows, Johnson,
Hanson, Cohen and Brown. Chairman Kelly and Taylor were
absent. The following represented the City staff: Building
& Zoning Administrator Mabusth, Assistant Planning & Zoning
Administrator Gaffron, Septic and Zoning Aide Knott, and
Deputy Clerk Naab. CounciImembers Peterson, Goetten and
Callahan were also present.
ZONING AMENDMENT - ACCESSORY STRUCTURE
PUBLIC HEARING 7:03 - 7:05
The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were
noted.
There were no comments from the public regarding this matter
and the public hearing was closed.
It was moved by Cohen, seconded by Brown to table discussion
of the zoning amendment for accessory structures until
September 21, 1987 meeting of the Planning Commission.
*1194 MICHAEL PLANK
4145 WATERTOmi ROAD
CLASS 111 SUBDIVISION > PLAT
PUBLIC HEARING 7:32 - 7:55
The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were
noted.
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Plank were present for this matter.
Building & Zoning Administrator Mabusth explained this is the
formal plat and as requested in the sketch plan review, staff
did go out and define the actual boundaries of the wetlands
on Lot 1 that will not be defined at a specific elevation.
The 10' drainage and utility easement has been shown along
the east side along Lot 2 and this is also to be used for the
granting of an access easement in favor of Lot 3 over Lot 2.
A 15' drainageway easement has been designated entering the
property on the north side flowing into the wetlands on Lot 1
and meandering down into the wetlands that have already been
dedicated in a previous subdivision in 1978-79 on Lot 3. The
engineer has asked that the wetlands on Lot 3 be designated
at the 933 elevation but the City may wish to postpone any
redesignation of these wetlands until a further subdivision.
It is Mr. Plank's intent at some future date to create
another building site on the northern portion of Lot 3. The
need to designate a drainage easement for the culvert and
drainageway that comes in from the east from Mr. Sawchuck's
property under the driveway was discussed by the Planning
Commission. The engineer has shown it running along the east
property line further south into the wetlands. Mr. Plank has
also requested that the City wait on this matter until the
future subdivision of Lot 3.
MIHwTBS OF THE PIAHHIHG COMMISSION MBBTING BICTJl SBPTBMBBR 8, 1987
#1194 MICHAEL PLANK
4145 NATERTONM ROAD
Asst Planning 6 Zoning Administrator Gaffron explained that
this subdivision also involved rearranging the lot lines for
Lots 1 and 2 to make Lot 3 a better buildable lot.
Mr. & Mrs. Sawchuck, 4105 Watertown Roadr expressed their
concern that their house is only 3 feet off the east property
line and the driveway from Lot 3 runs right under his
bedroom^ kitchen and bath windows. If this lot is further
subdivided this will create even more traffic and this will
also create additional drainage concerns.
Chairman Bellows noted that because of topographic concerns,
the rule of “one plat, one road" is not appropriate for this
situation. The two northern lots will have to be accessed
from Watertown Road, therefore, only 2 parcels. Lot 3 and the
future lot divided from it, would be using the driveway on
the east between the Plank and Sawchuck properties.
There were no other comments from the public.
It was moved by Brown, seconded by Hanson, to approve the
three lot plat application of Michael Plank's subject to the
following conditions:
1. The drainage ditch adjacent to Watertown Road
(resulting from installation of access drive to house on
Lot 3) must be moved approximately 27 feet south of the
centerline of Watertown Road.
2. Dedication of 33 feet of right-of-way for Watertown
Road.
3. Protected wetlands on Lot 3 to be redesignated at
the time of a future subdivision of Lot 3.
4. Payment of $100.00 park fee for creation of Lot 3.
5. Owner of Lot 2 to grant access and utility easement
over 10 feet drainage and utility easement along east
lot line in favor of Lot 3.
Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0.
MIHUTBS OP THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD SEPTEMBER 8, 1987
•1176 RICHARD POTNAN
2765 CASCO POINT ROAD
VARIANCES
REFERRED BACK FROM COUNCIL
Mr. Richard Putnam was present for this matter.
Acting Chairman Bellows explained that she was the
representative at the Council meeting when this was
presented. The Planning Commission originally denied this
application 4-1 because the Commission had a lot of questions
and reservation about this application, and Mr. Putnam wished
to not be tabled for a month but be sent on to Council. The
general concensus from the Council was there was no strong
feeling about how the Planning Commission felt on this issue.
As it was brought before the Council, the need for an
additional variance was determined by staff and at that point
it wa recommended that it be brought back to the Planning
Commission for further review.
Asst Planning & Zoning Administrator Gaffron explained that
the original review of this application presumed that the
edge of the dedicated road came to a point further east, but
in fact the dedicated roadway cuts into the property more
than expected which does change the street setback for the
garage from 38* to 20'. The property to the south has the
same portion of dedicated roadway over their property anu to
the north it is questionable. The road is actually off-set
from the corridor quite a bit. The major change resulting^is
the 250-500' zone is actually smaller. In calculating
hardcover for the property within the dedicated right-of-way,
which yields a hardcover percentage reduction from 85% down
to 48%; or, if applicant's property for hardcover purposes
does not include the dedicated right-of-way the hardcover
reduction percentages are from _ _% down to _ _%.
Mr. Putnam noted that nothing has changed but the
interpretation of the plat.
Asst Planning & Zoning Administrator Gaffron explained if the
garage faces the street, it requires a 30' setback. The
attachment of it to the house also means the entire 20' from
the right-of-way where 30' is required. He noted that per
the drafted resolution, page 3, 4 variances are required (5
if the 250-500' area is separate).
Johnson felt that the Commission had denied the application
once and he feels that the application should not have been
brought back to the Commission.
MIHUTBS OP THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD SEPTEMBER 8, 1987
#1176 RICHARD PUTNAM
2765 CASCO POINT ROAJ
It was moved by Acting Chairman Bellows, seconded by Cohen to
deny application #1176 for Richard Putnam of 2765 Casco Point
Road, based upon the number of variances required for this
project, all of which when combined together constitute an
overly ambitious use of the land. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0.
Cohen noted that he seconded the motion because he feels that
if this application is approved it would be setting a
negative precedent.
#1184 GERALD T. MCCOORTNEY
1055 FERNCALE ROAD NEST
VARIANCES
CONTINUATION OP A PUBLIC HEARING 7:05 - 7:07
The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were
noted.
Gerald McCourtney and James Cradit, his architect, were
present.
Building & Zoning Administrator Mabusth explained the
applicant is seeking a hardcover variance for a bathroom,
laundrette and dinette addition in the lakeshore yard. This
is a 1.5% increase in hardcover in the 75-250' setback area.
They also will require a 15' side setback variance; 30' side
setback is required. The house currently does encroach into
this setback and they will not be encroaching any more.
There is no increase of deck space and the additions are
actually over the existing deck area.
Mr. McCourtney noted that the house is older and while they
are doing these additions and remodeling they will also be
replacing inadequate windows. This project should bring
their home up to a closer valuation as others in the
neighborhood.
There were no comments from the public regarding this matter
and the public hearing was closed. Staff has received no
negative comments from any of the surrounding neighbors.
It was moved by Cohen, seconded by Hanson to approve the side
setback and hardcover variances as proposed. Motion, Ayes 5,
Nays 0.
#1186 DOUG BUMGARDNER
3800 WAYZATA BOULEVARD
CONDITIONAL USB PERMIT/COMMERCIAL SITE PTJUN REVIEW
WITHDRAWN PER APPLICANT'S REQUEST
MIBDTBS OF THE PLAMNIMG COMMISSIOH NEBTIIIG HKTJl SEPTEMBER 8, 1987
#1187 MORTH ARM ESTATES ASSOCIATIOM
215, 340, 350, 360 AMD 370 NORTH ARM LAME
COMDITIONAL USE PERMIT
PUBLIC BEARING 7:11 - 7:30
The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were
noted.
Rod Backerud was present for this matter.
Acting Chairman Bellows explained the Assocation is seeking a
conditional use permit to excavate/fill 3 berm areas in
excess of 100 cubic yards and placement of 4,858 cubic yards
of spoils from dredging of North Arm Channel.
Building & Zoning Administrator Mabusth explained the berms
will not be created from the spoils material. The soil will
come from excavated materials from the interior lands to
create the berm areas. The spoils will go into the excavated
areas behind the berms tying into existing elevations.
Mr. Backerud explained they would like to do this project in
2 phases to allow the spoils to settle as they will be 5-1
water/soil ratio. What they are trying to do is get 15,000
cubic yards of capacity using all available lands. They
intend to stay out of the 931.5 elevation area.
There were no comments from the public regarding this matter
and the public hearing was closed.
Acting Chairman Bellows noted that she would like to actually
see how the spoils will be used, how the spoils will be made
to work, and what the end product will look like (need for
final grading plans). Planning Commission can give
conceptual direction and provide applicant with some answers
to nis questions, and require a final grading plan for a
return appearance before the Commission. The key to a large
part of this project is soil borings and that will tell us
the most about what the property can hold and whether the
berms will work.
Hanson felt that the primary concern that he had was the
impact of the dredging on the area but the DNR has primary
jurisdiction over this. He would also like to see final
grading plans and feels positive about the project but
cautiously so.
Johnson and Cohen both felt that this was a good workable
plan. Brown also noted that the property on Old Beach Road
is very similar and not offensive looking.
Building & Zoning Administrator Mabusth noted that spoils
must be kept from washing back into the lake.
MimmS OP THE PIAMHIVG COHMISSIOH MEBTIMG HELD SEPTEMBER 8, 1987
#1187 NORTH ARM ESTATES ASSOCIATION
215, 340, 350, 360 AMD 370 NORTH ARM LANE
It was moved by Hanson, seconded by Bellows to conceptually
approve the dredging of North Arm Channel based upon the
following conditions and requirements:
1. Final grading plans;
2. Soil boringL and appropriate engineering design for
use of the spoils holding area.
3. Approval from the appropriate agencies, MWCD, DNR
and PCA.
Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0.
Mr. Backerud asked about the time frame that they are looking
at and was told that is strictly up to the other agencies but
the earliest time to return to the Planning Commission would
be the October 19, 1987 meeting and to the Council for
approval on November 9, 1987.
#1188 SHELDON KAPLAN
2695 KELLY AVENUE
VARIANCE
PUBLIC HEARING 8:24 > 8:55
The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were
noted.
Mrs. Kaplan, Mr. Dahl, Mr. Kaplan's business partner, and Mr.
Mike Growe, applicants' realtor, were present for this
matter.
Septic and Zoning Aide Knott explained the applicants'
request for a lot area variance for Lot 1 to create a
buildable lot for a single family residence and lot area
variance and hardcover variance for Lot 2. The 75-2'>0'
hardcover on Lot 2 went from 25% existing to 30% proposed as
Lot 1 is no longer figured into this calculation. The lots
in the immediate area are very similar in size to the
proposed lots, however, they do get larger the further away
you go.
NIHUTBS OP VBB PIABHIMG COMMISSION MEETING fi
#1188 SHELDON KAPLAN
2695 KELLY AVENUE
SEPTEMBER 8, 1987
Mr. Dahl explained that when the Kaplans purchased this
property in 1958, there was no minimum lot size or hardcover
requirements. The property taxes have always been under two
separate indentification numbers and been paid separately.
Municipal sewer and water was assessed on both lots. The
size of the two lots is fairly consistent with the immediate
neighborhood lots. Basically, they are looking for
flexibility in marketing the two lots as they are selling
their home. The hardship is that the applicants lose
marketability without the option to sell both lots as
buildable. The Kaplans have always been under the impression
that the second lot was buildable. He explained that when
the ordinances were changed to require minimum lot sizes,
there was a clause that stated that variances could be
approved for undersized lots platted prior to the adoption of
the ordinance to alleviate the hardship for these owers.
Acting Chairman Bellows noted that the Commission may not
consider a financial hardship as the only hardship for
approving a variance. She noted that the second lot is the
majority of the Kaplans' yard and they have in fact been
using it as such. She also explained that the ordinances
also state that when there is an oportunity to combine
substandard lots, that is the direction that the City
requires. In this case, if the two lots are combined, they
barely are over the 1 acre minimum. She noted that the
owners have other options in the sale of this lot. The City
may be interciLed in purchasing the property adjacent to the
lake access or lot may be sold to an adjacent neighbor as a
riparian lot as long as that owner executes a special lot
combination.
MIHOTBS OP THE PLAHNIliG CQMNISSIOH MEETING merj> SEPTEMBER 8, 1987
#1188 SHELDON KAPLAN
2695 KELLY AVENOE
Septic & Zoning Aide Knott noted that the valuation went from
$60r000 to $40,000 in 1982, to reflect the substandard area
of the lot anJ the need for variances to build.
Mr. Growe feels that selling the two lots together is less
desirable than selling them separately.
Jxm Berg, 2655 Lydiard Avenue, voiced the following concerns
with the approval of these variances:
1. Lot 1 is .52 acres; and Lot 2 is .62 acres. The
significate variances that are being discussed are
somewhere between 38 and 48% variance. This would be a
bad impact on the ordinance.
2. Negative precedent setting.
3. Curb cuts - safety factor for both pedestrians and
traffic.
4. Additional hardcover - creates more drainage
problems.
5. There is no hardship. The original developer was
denied a similar variance when the property was
developed.
6. The Kaplans reside there only in the warm months.
7. An informal survey indicates that the majority of
the neighbors are against the approval because of the
safety concerns raised.
Acting Chairmar. Bellows questioned staff about the issue of
lot width variances required and whether the City staff had
heard from any of the other neighbors.
Asst Planning & Zoning Administrator Gaffron explained that
140' lakeshore is required for a buildable lot, however, the
ordinances state that it is measured at the front setback
line and both are corner lots and therefore meet the required
width.
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NIHDTBS OF THE PLANNIliG COMMISSION MEETING HELD SEPTEMBER 8, 1987
#1188 SHELDON KAPLAN
2695 KELLY AVENUE
Mrs. Kaplan stated that she and her husband bought the two
lots and there was no ordinance in effect. They had always
considered the second lot buildable and found out only by
accident the second lot was declared non-buiIdable without
variances. Mrs. Kaplan explained that chey had never used
the second lot but only kept it mowed so the neighbors would
not complain. If the second lot is sold to the City^ this
would create even more traffic. The hardcover on Lot 2
(existing residence) exceeds the limits but only because it
is there to enhance the lot by putting gravel along the house
instead of letting the eaves shade the sod. Mrs. Kaplan said
that they are just asking for the rights that they had when
the property was purchase ..
Lucy Uphoff» 2699 Kelly wenue, voiced the same concerns that
Mr. Berg had previous!' stated. Arlene Garrity, 2701 Kelly
Avenue, also felt the s ime.
CounciImember Callahan "ixplained that the original developer
of Carman Cove had not oeen denied a variance for a similar
application but rather there was a question as to how many
lots the plat could be subdivided into.
Rich and Debbie Rice, 2700 Kelly Avenue, explained that the
neighborhood is congested enough and if this is allowed would
only add to the drainage problems that exist currently. They
would like to preserve the atmosphere of the neighborhood.
Hanson stated that he in no way could approve the variances
for the separate buildable lot. Perhaps the City should look
to purchasing the second lot.
Johnson noted that he could not approve variances for the
lots because of all the constraints on the lots. Also, if
the variances were approved, the second lot would probably
require more variances just to build the house.
Cohen stated that he felt that it is not fair that the
applicants bought the lots always assuming that the second
was buildable, however, when the County re-evaluated the
second lot, perhaps they should have realized that the lot
was no longer considered buildable per the current
ordinances. The building envelope is too restricted to place
a residence on the lot, and perhaps the City should look to
purchasing the property.
Brown felt that the safety, drainage, and access to and from
Kelly Avenue were all issues of great concern and adding
additional residences in this area would only add to the
existing problems.
MIHUTBS OF THE PUtmUNG CONNISSIOM MBBTIIIG SEPTEMBER 8, 1987
#1188 SHELDON KAPLAN
2695 KELLY AVENUE
Acting Chairman Bellows stated that it is the responsibility
of the City to correct bad situations whenever possible and
suggests either combining the two lots or selling the second
lot as a non-buildable lot.
It was moved by Hanson, seconded by Johnson, to deny
application #1188 for Mr. & Mrs. Sheldon Kaplan of 2695 Kelly
Avenue for lot area and hardcover variances for Lots 1 and 2.
Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0.
NORTON#1189 JAl
20 WEAR LAME
VARIANCE
PUBLIC HEARING 9:10 - 9:26
The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were
noted.
Mr. James Morton was present for this matter.
Chairman Bellows explained this is an application for a front
yard setback variance to construct an in-ground pool in front
of the front line of the house.
Septic & Zoning Aide Knott explained that the hardships for
this applicant are the lot is a corner lot and thus has two
roads, and if the location was moved to the side of the house
there would be a safety concern as there are no windows on
the side of the house. There is a house being constructed to
the south of the subject property. There is a solar heating
unit proposed for the pool also.
Acting Chairman Bellows noted that the solar unit would
constitute a second accessory structure.
Mr. & Mrs. Zimmerman, owners of the property to the south,
voiced no objection to either the fence or pool, but were
unaware of the visual impact of the solar unit. They also
noted that they had planned to plant trees along the lot
line.
Acting Chairman Bellows felt that this is an appropriate
location for the pool. She felt that the issue of the solar
unit as an accessory structure should be tabled until the
neighbors have had a chance to review the plans.
It was moved by Chairman Bellows, seconded by Hanson, to
approve application #1189 for James Morton, 20 Wear Lane, for
a front yard setback variance to construct an in-ground pool
in front of the front line of the house subject to requiring
a second approval for the solar collector tabled until the
neighbors have had an oportunity to review the plans. Motion,
Ayes 5, Nays 0.
NIIIUTBS OP THE PLANNIIIG COMMISSION MEBTIIIG BRTJ) SEPTEMBER 8* 1987
#1190 WAYZATA COUNTRY CLUB
200 NAYZATA BOULEVARD
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
PUBLIC HEARING 9:27 - 9:37
The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were
noted.
Mr. John Bosshart of Bosshart Christenson Corporation,
project managers for the Wayzata Country Club, was present.
Building & Zoning Administrator Mabusth explained that the
applicants are requesting a conditional use permit to permit
a circular addition to the existing club house on the
northwest side to serve as a 1ivingroom/lounge area. This
requires a conditional use permit because it is in a
residential zone and therefore there is no basis for a
commercial site plan. They will also be reducing 5' of grade
on the north side of the driveway, approximately 9,600 cubic
yards of fill that shall be placed on the south side of
Highway 12 which Is in the City of Wayzata. The proposed
slopes will be more gentle and the City will ask that the
slopes be 4:1. The berm at the end of the downhill run of
the alteration may create some channelization problems per
the City Engineer.
Mr. P'>- . hart noted most of the work will be done Inside the
club iiouse. They would like to request that the berms be
allowed to be a 3:1 ratio for safet’ factors to keep balls
from going over the berms.
There were no comments from the public regarding this matter
and the public hearing was closed.
Mark Gronberg, site surveyor, noted that the berm at the end
of the downhill slope is not necessary and can be eliminated.
It was moved by Cohen, seconded by Johnson, to approve
application #1190 for the Wayzata Country Club for a
conditional use permit subject to the conditions as follows:
1. The applicant must process all appropriate permits
with the City of Wayzata prior to filling.
2. Berms shall be constructed at 3:1 per the request by
the applicant.
3. Applicant to work with City staff to deve.op an
acceptable berm mound at the downhill slope which will
address the engineer's concern for drainage.
Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0.
MIHOTBS OF THE PLANIIIBG COMMISSION MBBTIliG H1CTJ> SEPTEMBER 8, 1987
•1191 MED, IMC.
2220/2235 PREMCH CREEK CIRCLE
AFTEk-THE-PACT CONDITIONAL OSB PERMIT
PUBLIC HEARING 9:37 - 9:45
The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were
noted.
Mr. Edward Dayton and Mr. Ed Zimmerman, representing Gary
Carlson, were present.
Building & Zoning Administrator Mabusth explained that the
berm was created sometime around the final grading for the
subdivision. It was placed within the residential pads where
the City had not approved any kind of land alteration. It
did affect the septic site for Lot 5, however, there was
additional land available for a new site. Staff discovered
the berm after members of the Crystal Bay neighborhood
brought it to the attention of staff.
Mr. Dayton stated that the berm was discussed at the public
hearing in the spring of 1984 and after the berm was
constructed, a staff member walked the site and sugaested
alterations to the south end and the right-hand side because
there is a City draintile that comes down and drains the
water off Briar Street in one of the ponds and the berm was
extending over that particular draintile. The berm was moved
back to accommodate this request.
Frank and Barbara Yessup, owners of Lot 5, noted that they
would like the berm to be leveled off so as not to look like
just a bump.
Mr. Dayton explained that Mr. & Mrs. Yessup wish to extend
the berm further to the north and implement it within their
landscape plan.
Acting Chairtiian Bellows insisted that the berm be properly
maintained as it has become very overgrown with weeds.
There were no other comments from the public.
It was moved by Cohen, seconded by Johnson, to approve
application #1191 for NED, Inc. or subsequent purchasers for
an after-the-fact conditional use permit for a berm placed on
Lots 5 and 6, French Creek, subject to the following
conditions:
1. Berm not to exceed the height of 5*6".
2. Any subsequent work or extention of that berm be
subject to the approval of the proper City authorities.
3. Proper maintenance of berm under
ordinances by the owners of the property.
Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0.
current City
MIHOTBS OP THE PLMOilHG COMMISSIOH NBBTTH6 HTtTJ^ SBPTBMBBR 8, 1987
#1193 THOMAS HU3BR
2815 SHADTMOOD ROAD
VARIAHCB
TABLED TO SEPTEMBER 21, 1987
#1195 BOB KOST
4760 TOMKA VIEH LANE
VARIANCE
PUBLIC HEARING 10:04 - 10:15
TING
The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were
noted.
Mr. Bob Kost was present for this application.
Septic & Zoning Aide Knott explained the applicant is
requesting a lot area variance to create a buildable lot.
The lot will be purchased as a tax forfeit lot. The
hardship, as stated by the applicant, is that it was a pre~
platted parcel with no additional, contiguous land to
purchase. The building pad meets all required setbacks and a
curb cut has been approved for the property. This lot is
similar in size to other lots in the neighborhood and several
variances have been approved in the area in the past. Sewer
is available and the property has been assessed one sewer
unit. The property will need a well drilled because City
water is not available.
Hanson noted that unlike the Kaplan request, there is no
drainage problem in the area, and the lot area is more
consistent with current patterns of neighborhood development.
It was moved by Brown, seconded by Cohen to approve
application #1195 for Bob Kost at 4760 Tonka View Lane for a
lot area variance to create a buildable lot, subject to the
following conditions:
1. To dedicate a 12*i* road and utility easement along
Tonka View Lane and to relocate house on site plan to
meet required 35 feet setback.
2. To contact the Public Works Director for input on
site access and curb cuts.
3. Applicant to pursue possible vacation of alley.
4. To dedicate drainage and utility easements on the
property as advised by staff.
Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0.
MIHUTBS OP THE PLAMNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD SEPTEMBER 8, 1987
#1196 DENNIS MCGREEVT
340!- BASTLAKB STREET
VARIANCES
TABLB) INDEFINITELY
•1192 MIKE HILBELINK/JOHN VOGT
320 OLD CRYSTAL BAT ROAD NORTH
SKETCH PLAN REVIEW
Mike Hilbelink and John Vogt were present for this matter.
Their surveyor, Phil Nelson, was also present.
Building & Zoning Administrator Mabusth noted that this plan
was presented to the Park Commission and they concurred that
they would not be interested at all in acquiring any park
lands from this property but would prefer the money in lieu
of the land. Lot 9 would be a through lot (having access on
both sides of the property), but could be easily corrected by
moving the cul-de-sac further to the eaf t. Lots 2 and 3 will
require lot width variances. Variances will have to be
granted because each one of the lots will be served by a
private road instead of a public road. 2 lots ill be served
by a shared drive. She noted that Planning Commission is
asked to consider the need to extend the north/south outlet
further north to service the northern parcels (in preparation
of a future subdivision of these northern lots).
Johnson noted that access to all newly created lots must be
served by interior roads.
Hanson stated that he felt there was no consistency with the
subdivision as there are so many different sized lots. There
is no cohesiveness in the layout.
Mr. Vogt explained the property was platted in this way
because a lot of the land is low and considered not
buildable. There is one driveway currently accessing to Old
Crystal Bay Road for the northern property so there would be
no additional curb cuts and the northern properties just are
not suited to be further subdivided because of the wetland.
Johnson noted that it is inconceivable that a 30 acre parcel
of property divided should have to require multiple
variances.
Building & Zoning Adminstrator Mabusth explained that
Woodhaven Drive was platted right to the west edge suggesting
a desire for a through road. When the City platted the
Peterman Addition, there was clearly access taken to the
northern border of that addition suggesting a possible need
for an extension to the north. We have asked the applicant
in their sketch plan to address those obvious concerns. The
applicants have shown you a pattern and the roads would not
be constructed until a future time when the City required
them.
NIMUTBS OP THE PLAmUNG COMMISSION MEETING HELD SEPTEMBER 8, 1987
#1192 MIKE HILBELIMK/JOHH VOGT
320 OLD CRYSTAL BAY ROAD NORTH
Bill Hull, 2445 Woodhaven Drive, and representative of the
Woodhaven Homeowners Association, expressed concern regarding
the extension of the east/west access. He noted that the
property owners on Woodhaven Drive had chosen to live on a
private cul-de-sac and would like to maintain it that way.
They do not want a main thoroughfare through their
neighborhood.
Acting Chairman Fellows explained that by approval of this
road plan with outlets extension designated for future road
expansion does not suggest that these roads are to be
developed at this poxnt. The potential does exist if the
City should deem that for the health and safety of the public
or if at a future date the City should create a through road.
No one is suggesting that the connection is to be made now,
all that is being said is the option has to be left open.
Bellows summarized that the Commission would like to see the
east/west access on the plans, more common lot sizes and no
variances required on these newly created lots.
Asst Planning S Zoning Administrator Gaffron noted that the
applicants should present some of their initial, conceptual
layouts that were discarded, to show their progression of
thought so that the Commission can follow how and why they
got to where they are at with the layout presented here. He
also noted that a soils map should be included. Maybe the
items required for a sketch plan review should be examined
and changed.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Brown, seconded by Hanson to approve the
minutes of the August 17, 1987 Planning Commission meeting.
Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE
Johnson volunteered to attend the September 14, 1987 Council
meeting in place of Cohen.
Cohen was appointed to attend the September 28, 1987 Council
meeting.
ADJODRMENT 10:55 P.M.