PC Packet 10.17.17
AGENDA
HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday,October 17, 2017
5:30 p.m.
1.CALL TO ORDER 5:30 P.M.
2.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3.CONSENT AGENDA
A.CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES DATED September 19, 2017
4.PUBLIC HEARINGS
A.CONSIDERATION OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR LIGHT
MANUFACTUREING OF AUTOMOTIVE AFTERMARKET PARTS IN AN
I/CZONING DISTRICT LOCATED AT 760 AIRPORT RD.
5.NEW BUSINESS
6.UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7.COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
A.Upcoming Meetings
8.ADJOURNMENT
MINUTES
HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday,September 19, 2017
5:30 p.m.
1.CALL TO ORDER 5:30P.M.
The September 19, 2017Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Fahey
at 5:30p.m. Members in bold were present Chair Fahey,Vice Chair Wick,
Commissioner Garberg,Commissioner Wirt, Commissioner Lofdahl,and
Commissioner Forcier. Also present were Dan Jochum,City Planner,John Olson, City
Public Works,John Paulson, City Environmental Specialist,Marc Sebora,City Attorney
and Andrea Schwartz, City of Hutchinson Permit Technician
2.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3.CONSENT AGENDA
A.CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES DATED August 15, 2017.
Chair Fahey was present and called the meeting to order and Commissioner Wick
was also present.
Motion by Commissioner Wick, Second by Commissioner Hantge.Motion
approved.
Motion to Approve–Motion to Reject
4.PUBLIC HEARINGS
A.CONSIDERATION OF A 2 LOT PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT FOR
ND
LJM ADDITION LOCATED AT 579 2AVE SE.
Dan Jochum, City Planner addressed the Commission.
Mr. Jochum reviewed the application as outlined in the Commission’s packets.
This application was seen in the July Planning Commission meeting. The
applicant has decided to change from one lot to two lots.
Existing building do meet all requirements.
Motion by Commissioner Wick,second by Commissioner Lofdahlto close
hearing at 5:35p.m.
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Hutchinson Planning Commission
September 19, 2017
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Motion by Commissioner Lofdahlto approvewith staff recommendations.
Second by Commissioner Wirt. Motion approved. Item will be on City Council
consent agenda on 9/26/2017.
B.CONSIDERATION OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A BREWERY
AND TAP ROOM IN A C-4ZONING DISTRICT LOCATED AT 900 HWY 15
S.
Mr. Jochum reviewed the application as outlined in the Commission’s packets.
There is plenty of room for parking on this property, however the lot in back is
gravel and may need to be paved in the future if overflow parking becomes an
issue.
Jochum went through site access in detail noting that the primary access is off Hwy
15, however north bound traffic can’t get to the main entrance due to the median.
There will be some traffic using Linden Ave. and other city streets to get to the
site. Staff also asked for clarification from the applicant on whether or not food
trucks would be onsite. It was noted that they will likely have some food trucks
at some point and they would be parked in front. Staff noted that additional
parking should be provided in back for any spaces takenup by a food truck.
Staff would like to see a more accurate site plan at time of building permit
application especially with parking and parking lot measurement. Need to identify
where food truck parking will be located. Staff is recommending approval of this
site plan with a condition being added regarding a more detailed site plan being
provided with building permit and noting the location of food truck parking.
Fahey –if growth happens what does the applicant do? New CUP? Staff would
handle itadministratively.
Ron Duering 225 Hwy 15 S –worried about smell, kids, speed zone with
intoxicated people.He is opposed to the project.
Carol Johnson –Lakewood Dr. –lighting in this area is very poor
There are sidewalkson both sides of the Hwy and on Linden Ave.
1934 Major Ave Ken Bentz (owns properties on Franklin)–needs access to garage
from “alley” will need easement. Possible drainage issue from this proptery. Also
does not want snow removal pushed onto his property to the East. Dan Jochum
noted the easement issue will need to be handled on the side not a condition.Dan
Hart noted that they would work with landowner on snow removal.
Lofdahl –will there be outdoor music? The City does have a noise ordinance. The
applicant will also need permitting for this.Jochum noted that this use would be
no different than any other business that wanted to do a special event.
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September 19, 2017
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Wick –garbage from Brewery/Tap Room?
Daniel Hart –applicant –very willing to work with neighbors on snow removal,
drainage, etc. Outdoor seating will be fenced in. This location is not meant to be
a bar type. Meant to do a tasting and make a purchase to take home such as liquor
stores. Closing at 11 pm.Food truck and live music will be brought in
occasionally and follow city guidelines. All deliveries will be during daytime
hours. Smell should only take on the odor of oatmeal.
Wick –how much can be produced on site? This will depend on the liquor license.
They should be below what the license holds.
Garberg–would like to see lighting improved on Linden.
Motion by Commissioner Wick,second by Commissioner Hantgeto close hearing
at 6:15p.m.
Motion by Commissioner Hantge to approve with 5staff recommendationsplus
detailed site plan info and food truck location. Second by Commissioner Garberg.
Motion approved. Item will be on City Council consent agenda on 9/26/2017.
C.CONSIDERATION OF A VACATION OF ROW ON LOTS 3, 4 AND 5 BLOCK
ND
1 BRIDEWATER ESTATES 2ADDITION.
Mr. Jochum reviewed the application as outlined in the Commission’s packets.
Motion by Commissioner Lofdahl,second by Commissioner Wickto close
hearing at 6:20p.m.
Motion by Commissioner Lofdahlto approve with staff recommendations.
Second by Commissioner Wick. Motion approved. Itemwill be on City Council
agenda new business on9/26/2017requiring two readings.
Motion to close hearing –Motion to approve with staff recommendations–Motion to reject
1.NEW BUSINESS
A.RESOLUTION OF THE CIT OF HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION
FINDING THAT A MODIFICATION TO THE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
FOR DEVELOPEMTN DISTRICT NO. 4 AND A TAX INCREMENT
FINANCING PLAN FOR TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 4-
19 CONFORM TO THE GENERAL PLANS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND
REDEVELOPMENT OF THE CITY.
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Hutchinson Planning Commission
September 19, 2017
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Miles Seppelt presented to the Commissioners. TIF district will assist if any
contaminated soil is found. The district will be taken down after initial building
and development has taken place.
Hantge to approve Lofdahl second. Approved
B.DISCUSSION REGARDING POSSIBLITY OF BECOMING A BRONZE
LEVEL SOLSMART COMMUNITY.
a.Zoning Review
John Paulson presented to the board -SolSmart has given us some guidelines
for becoming bronze certified. Some of the steps are to have the information
available on our City web page with contact information and guidelines. We
the City will be going forward with some of these steps just to have the
information available to the City just for good practice for residents interested
in solar, even if theCity of Hutchinson does not get Bronze Certified.
Dan Jochum noted that the solar projects will not receive special treatment and
will be looked at as an accessory structure.
2.UNFINISHED BUSINESS
3.COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
A.Upcoming Meetings
Dan Jochum noted that we have oneapplicationsfor theSeptemberPlanning
Commission meetingat this time.Also a potential for one vacation of easement.
4.ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Wick, Second by Commissioner Wirtto adjourn at 6:43
p.m.
STAFFREPORT –PLANNING DEPARTMENT
To:Hutchinson Planning Commission
From:Dan Jochum, AICP
Date:October 12,2017forOctober 17,2017Planning Commission Meeting
Application:CONSIDERATION OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR LIGHT MANUFACTURING
FACILITY
Applicant:Dennis Goebel
CONDITIONAL USE PERMITFOR LIGHT MANUFACTURING
Dennis Goebel has applied for a conditional use permit to manufacture automotive aftermarket parts in the I/C
Zoning District.The former Skydive Hutchinson Building would be used for this use.All uses in the I/C
zoning district require a Conditional Use Permit.
Conditional Use Permit
760 Airport Road SW
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Existing Zoning:I/CIndustrial/Commercial District
Property Location:760 Airport Road SW
Lot Size:8.69Acres
Existing Land Use:Vacant Building
Adjacent Land Use:Institutional (Airport) and Agriculture
Adjacent Zoning:I/C Industrial/Commercialand C-4 Fringe Commercial
Comprehensive
Land Use Plan:Commercial
Applicable
Regulations:Sections154.066(C)
Analysis:
Overview:
The building was used previously as Skydive Hutchinson. The building has been for sale for many years. The
applicant states that the existing building would be used for sales, technical support and manufacturingof
automotive aftermarket parts. CNC milling machines, light fabrication of parts would be done in the building.
There would be occasional vehicles for engine swaps and production development. There would be four
employees at the facility.
Site Access:
The site has very good accessfromAirport road. This use will not generate significant traffic. There will be
four employees coming to the site, occasionaldelivery vehicles and occasional customers.
Parking/Circulation:
Thecurrentgravel parkinglot will need to be paved to accommodatethis use and be in conformance with the
zoning ordinance.Staff suggests that there be sevenparking spaces on-site and one of those shall be handicap
accessible. Seven spaces allows for some employee growth and customer parking. Staff feels this parking will
be sufficient.The driveway will also have to be paved, as willthe parking lot drive aisles. Theparkinglot
paving plan shall be approved by Staffprior to a building permit or occupancy taking place. Since it is already
October and the paving plants are goingto be closing down soon, staff is willing to give the applicant until June
30, 2018 to complete the paving.
Utilities
The site is not served by City water and sewer service. It is served by a private well and septic system. These
systems will have to complywithState of Minnesota and McLeod County standards in order for this use to be
conditionally permitted.
Conditional Use Permit
760 Airport Road SW
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Conditional Use Permit:
The Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is required for all new uses in the I/C Zoning District.
The following are standards for granting a conditional use permit:
(a)The proposed building or use at the particular location requested is necessary or desirable to provide
a service or a facility which is in the interest of the public convenience and will contribute to the
general welfare of the neighborhood or community;
(b)The proposed building or use will not have a substantial or undue adverse effect upon adjacent
property, the character of the neighborhood, traffic conditions, utility facilities and other matters
affecting the public health, safety and general welfare; and
(c)The proposed building or use will be designed, arranged and operated so as to permit the
development and use of neighboring property in accordance with the applicable district regulations.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the proposal with the following conditions:
1.The standards forgranting a conditional use permit would be met, subject to the conditions stated.
2.The proposed building improvements shall comply with the standards of the I/CZoning district and
the Zoning Ordinance.
3.The conditional use permit shall remain in effect aslong as the conditions required by the permit are
observed. Any expansion or intensification of a conditional use requires approval of a new
conditional use permit.
4.The Applicant must obtain all necessary permits for any construction that would be needed.
5.The applicant must pave the parking lot and drivewayand have the design approved by the City of
Hutchinson. This work must be completed by June 30, 2018.
6.The septic system and well must be operated per the rules set forthby the State of Minnesota and
McLeod County.
7.Theapplicant must be aware there is a municipal airport operating on the adjacent property and
cannotinterfere with the airport operation in any way. Any potential use of the airport propertyto
access the rear of the buildingmust be legally agreed to in a lease or easement withthe airport.
8.Theapartment/sleeping room cannot be used as an apartment as the zoning does not allow
residential uses in this zoning district.