PC Packet 10.16.18
AGENDA
HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, October 16, 2018
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 18, 2018
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. CONSIDERATION OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR DOG
DAYCARE BOARDING FACILITY AT 518 HWY 7 E.
B. CONSIDERATION OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A
CELLULAR TOWER LOCATED AT 1470 SOUTH GRADE RD SW.
5. NEW BUSINESS
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7. COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
A. Upcoming Meetings
8. ADJOURNMENT
MINUTES
HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, September 18, 2018
5:30 p.m.
1.CALL TO ORDER 5:30P.M.
The September 18, 2018 Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Fahey
at 5:30 p.m. Members in bold were present Chair Fahey, Vice Chair Wick,
Commissioner Garberg, Commissioner Wirt, Commissioner Lofdahl, Commissioner
Hantge and Commissioner Forcier. Also present were Dan Jochum, City Planner, Kent
Exner, City Engineer, 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 22, 2018.
Motion by Commissioner Lofdahl, Second by Commissioner Wirt.Motion
approved.
Motion to Approve – Motion to Reject
4.PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY
OF HUTCHINSON TO INCLUDE CERTAIN LAND OWNED BY
HUTCHINSONTECHNOLOGY INC AND UPONOR LOCATED IN
HUTCHINSON TOWNSHIP, SECTION 32 PURSUANT TO THE
MINNESOTA STATUTES 414.033, SUBDIVISION 2 (3).
Dan Jochum, City Planner addressed the Commission.
Commissioner Fahey asked if the street wouldbe lit.If currently light would it
be serviced by HUC? Dan Jochum answered yes if it is currently light it would be
serviced by HUC. The City would look into it.
Commissioner Wirt questioned ifthere is a TIFfor this area.Dan Jochum
answered no.
Motion by Commissioner Lofdahl, second by Commissioner Wirt to close hearing
at 5:37p.m.
Minutes
Hutchinson Planning Commission
September 18, 2018
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Motion by Commissioner Lofdahl to approve. Second by Commissioner Garberg.
Motion approved. Item will be on City Council agenda on 09/25/2018.
Motion to close hearing – Motion to approve with staff recommendations – Motion to reject
B. CONSIDERATION OF A SITE PLAN AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR A DRUG STORE IN A C-4 ZONING DISTRICT LOCATED AT 1460
MONTREAL ST SE.
Dan Jochum, City Planner addressed the Commission.
Commissioner Fahey thought there was an emergency vehicle easement on
another site plan in this area? Dan Jochum answered that yes this was also an issue
at the Cen Bank site. Cen Bank was done as a bump out in the parking lot to back
into.
Commissioner Lofdahl asked ifusing the car bumper over the curb would appease
the 20’ rule for parking spaces. Dan Jochum answered that is something that is
being looked at and will be addressed with some changes to the ordinance at
another time.
Rob Barse (McShane Development) owner/developer addressed the
commissioners regarding some of the issues that Planning Staff brought up.
Parking was adjusted to meet 19 ft. Emergency vehicle turn around has been
adjusted with the 20 ft. width at the start of the drive through. Lighting will be
looked at. Explained that there was some extra lighting for the drive through area.
Motion by Commissioner Wirt, second by Commissioner Garberg to close hearing
at 5:49 p.m.
Motion by Commissioner Garberg to approve with 10 staff recommendations.
Second by Commissioner Lofdahl. Motion approved. Item will be on City
Council consent agenda on 09/25/2018.
Motion to close hearing – Motion to approve with staff recommendations – Motion to reject
C. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF DOG DAYCARE IN
SECTION 154/004 OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON CODE OF
ORDINANCES.
Dan Jochum, City Planner addressed the Commission.
Commissioner Lofdahl requested that thenoisetime frame be adjusted to10pm-
7 am. Commissioner Fahey thought we should keep it consistent with noise
ordinancetime (9 pm to 7 am)
Minutes
Hutchinson Planning Commission
September 18, 2018
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Commissioner Garberg asked how many dogs can be taken out at one time. One
per employee on staff? This would be looked at with the conditions, but most
likely one animal/staff.
Motion by Commissioner Lofdahl, second by Commissioner Wirt to close hearing
at 6:02 p.m.
Motion by Commissioner Lofdahl to approve with staff recommendations and
modify outdoor time to 10 pm to 7 am. (Unless an emergency) Second by
Commissioner Garberg. Motion approved. Item will be on City Council agenda
on 09/25/2018.
Motion to close hearing – Motion to approve with staff recommendations – Motion to reject
5. NEW BUSINESS
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Hotel is now open. Retaining wall is now painted and looks good.
B. There have been 22 new homes built in town through August.
7. COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
A. There are currently no applications for the October meeting (Possibly one for a
CUP for the Dog Spa).
B. Dan will be out at the Regional Planning Conference in Rochester next week.
8. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Wirt, Second by Commissioner Lofdahlto adjourn at
6:10p.m.
DIRECTORS REPORT –PLANNING DEPARTMENT
To: Hutchinson Planning Commission
From: Dan Jochum, AICP and City of Hutchinson Planning Staff
Date: October 11, 2018, for October 16, 2018, Planning Commission Meeting
Application: Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit for a Dog Daycare Boarding Facility
Applicant: Dana Duscher
Conditional Use Permit
Dana Duscher is seeking approval of a conditional use permit for a dog daycare boarding facility located
at 518 Highway 7 East in Hutchinson.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Existing Zoning: C-4 (Fringe Commercial)
Property Location: 518 Highway 7 East, Hutchinson.
Lot Size: 0.68 Acres
Existing Land Use: Dog Spa/Grooming Business
Conditional Use Permit
518 Highway 7 East
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Adjacent Land Use
And Zoning: C-2 (Automotive Service) and C-4 (Fringe Commercial)
Comprehensive
Land Use Plan: Commercial
Zoning History: Property was a dance studio prior to being a dog spa
Applicable
Regulations: Section 154.064 (C)
Building: The existing building will be utilized for the boarding facility.
Conditional Use Permit:
A Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is needed for this use.
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.
Staff feels the applicant is meeting the standards for being granted a conditional use permit above. The
following definition needs to be followed for this use.
DOG DAYCARE BOARDING FACILITY. The boarding and regular care of dogs, including
daycare and overnight care. Facilities must have indoor kennel runs and a fenced outdoor exercise
area. Outside kennel runs are not permitted. Dogs must be under the supervision of a staff
member when outside at all times. No dogs are allowed in the outdoor exercise area between 10:00
PM and 7:00 AM unless there is an emergency. No more than 12 dogs are permitted on the
property at any one time, for the purposes of the dog daycare boarding facility. Facility layout,
including indoor kennel runs, floor and wall materials, and outdoor exercise area design must be
approved by City staff.
The applicant will be meeting all of the requirements set forth with the recent ordinance amendment.
There will be a fenced area between the main building and the accessory building to allow for an exercise
area/area for the dogs to go the bathroom. Please see attached diagram for location.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit with the following conditions:
1. The proposed building and site improvements shall comply with the standards of the C-4
district and the Zoning Ordinance, as well as all other City regulations.
Conditional Use Permit
518 Highway 7 East
Planning Commission – 10/16/18
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2. A maximum of 12 dogs are allowed on site for the purposes of the dog daycare boarding
facility.
3. Applicant must provide the Planning Director a plan for the facility layout, including indoor
kennel run plans, floor and wall materials for approval.
4. Facility cannot open until Planning Director approves all items in #3 above.
5. This Conditional Use Permit nullifies all previous Conditional Use Permits that may have been
issued for this property.
DIRECTORS REPORT –PLANNING DEPARTMENT
To: Hutchinson Planning Commission
From: Dan Jochum, AICP and City of Hutchinson Planning Staff
Date: October 11, 2018, for October 16, 2018, Planning Commission Meeting
Application: Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit for a Cell Tower at 1470 South Grade
Road SW, Hutchinson.
Applicant: Verizon Wireless
Conditional Use Permit
Verizon Wireless is seeking approval of a Cellular Tower located at 1470 South Grade Road SW in
Hutchinson. The tower is proposed to be located on the same property as L&P Supply and is proposed to
be 147 feet high.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Existing Zoning: C-2 (Automotive Service Commercial)
Property Location: 1470 South Grade Road SW
Lot Size: 3.0 Acres
Conditional Use Permit
1470 South Grade Road SW
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Existing Land Use: Commercial – Lawn Tractor Sales and Service
Adjacent Land Use
And Zoning: Agricultural to East, West, and South. Residential to North across Street
Comprehensive
Land Use Plan: Commercial
Zoning History: Property has been L&P Supply for many years.
Applicable
Regulations: Section 154.119
Building: There will be a small equipment building located near the base of the
tower.
Conditional Use Permit:
A Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is needed for this use.
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.
The property owner and applicant are requesting a conditional use permit for the construction of a 142
foot monopole tower, with a five foot lighting rod (147 feet total), to be located on the rear lot of the L&P
Supply property located at 1470 South Grade Road SW. The setback requirement for the tower is 73.4
feet. The tower will be setback 74’ from the south property line, over 255’ from the eastern line and over
300’ from the northern property line. There are no existing structures within 1-mile on which to co-locate
antennas. The proposed tower is being built to accommodate at least two other wireless carriers. The
tower and related equipment will be within a fenced in area.
Verizon is also in the process of receiving approval from the FAA. It should be noted that the tower is
close to Airport Zone C but is not within Airport Zone C. FAA may have a preference on the pole color.
The City is fine with a galvanized pole that is not painted. Lighting will only be included on the pole if
the FAA requires it.
Conditional Use Permit
1470 South Grade Road SW
Planning Commission – 10/16/18
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Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit with the following conditions:
1. The proposed building and site improvements shall comply with the standards of the C-2
district and the Zoning Ordinance, as well as all other City and FAA regulations.
2. All abandoned or unused towers and associated facilities shall be removed within six months
of cessation of operations at the site unless a time extension is approved by the Planning
Commission. In the event that a tower is not removed within six months of cessation of
operations at a site, the tower and associated facilities may be removed by the city and the
costs of removal assessed against the property.
3. A building permit is required for the construction of the tower.
4. The plans submitted to the City by Verizon will be reviewed and approved by the City’s
Telecom consultant. The City reserves the right for a propagation study to be completed.
5. New antennas for new carriers will require a telecommunications permit application.
6. Any work within the City of Hutchinson right-of-way will require a permit.
7. Verizon shall provide the City of Hutchinson a copy of their determination letters and approvals
from FAA.