PC Packet 10.18.22
AGENDA
HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION
th
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
5:30 p.m.Hutchinson City Center
1. CALL TO ORDER 5:30 P.M.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. CONSENT AGENDA
A. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES DATED September 20, 2022
4. PUBLIC HEARING
A. CONSIDERATION OF A FINAL PLAT FOR RAVENWOOD SOUTH.
5. NEW BUSINESS
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7. COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
A. UPCOMING MEETINGS
8. ADJOURNMENT
MINUTES
HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
5:30 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER 5:30 P.M.
The September 20th, 2022 Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chairman
Lofdahl at 5:30 p.m. Members in bold were present Chairman Lofdahl, Vice Chairman
Hacker, Commissioner Garberg, Commissioner Wirt, Commissioner Sebesta, and
Commissioner Janssen. Also present were Dan Jochum, City Planner, City Engineer,
John Olson, City Public Works, John Paulson, City Environmental Specialist, Marc
Sebora, City Attorney, Andrea Schwartz, City of Hutchinson Permit Technician and
Madison Newcomb, City of Hutchinson Planning and Building Assistant.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. CONSENT AGENDA
A. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES DATED September 20, 2022.
Motion by CommissionerSebesta to approve September, 2022 meeting minutes.
Second by Commissioner Hacker. Motion approved.
4. PUBLIC HEARING
A. CONSIDERATION OF A SITE PLAN REVIEW AND CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR A CAR WAS FACILIT LOCATED AT 1490 MONTREALST
SE.
Dan Jochum, City Planner addressed the Commission and gave a brief overview
of the project. Mr. Jochum then covered the staff report.
Chairman Lofdahl noted that Ordinance section 154.112 (12) states that
vacuuming facilities shall not be located along public street and be screened. Dan
noted the vacuum area will be on the side of the building and the central vac area
will be at one end away from the highway and setback from Montreal.
Cory Kampschroer, 682 55the St Buffalo, applicant, noted that this will be his
second car wash. Other wash is in Monticello. They plan to bring the best of what
they have learned to the new facility.
Vice Chairman Hacker asked if this is a member program. Mr. Kampschroer noted
it will be both member and individual passes.
Minutes
Hutchinson Planning Commission
September 20, 2022
Page 2
Commissioner Jansen asked if this is only one car at a time. Mr. Kampschroer
noted that multiple cars can fit in the “tunnel” at one time.
Commissioner Sebesta asked about the operation hours. Mr. Kampschroer noted
hours would most likely be Summer 7am-9pm, Winter 8am-8pm. They will see
how those times go.
Commissioner Garberg asked about the intersection traffic if there would be any
issues with increased traffic. Mr. Jochum noted that the intersection was built to
handle the traffic but the City will be applying for a grant for a roundabout at this
intersection.
Motion by Commissioner Garberg, Second by Commissioner Lofdahl to close the
public hearing at 5:54 pm.
Motion by Commissioner Sebesta to approve with 7 staff recommendations.
Second by Commissioner Hacker. Item will be on City Council consent agenda on
09/27/2022.
B. CONSIDERATION TO REZONE A PROPERTY FROM C-4 TO I-1 LOCATED
AT 490 HWY 7 E.
Dan Jochum, City Planner addressed the Commission and gave a brief overview
of the project. Mr. Jochum then covered the staff report.
Chairman Lofdahl commented on the setbacks and that the building would fit the
parcel. There was discussion regarding setbacks from residential property.
Roland Ebent, 472 Hwy 7 E, concerned that some of the soil borings that were
taken were not on the actual parcel in question, so does the City have different
plans for the easement area? Wondering what the setbacks are for the zoning, He
noticed that there are large overhead doors on the building and he is not sure what
the access in needed for those doors? Concerned about water shed as there are
currently some issues and wondering if any storm sewer would be added. Mr.
Jochum noted that 1 acre of development would need to be added in order to add
stormwater. The City may be looking at some ponding in the area in the future.
City Staff does not feel that what is planned for the future use of the area will
create an added issue to the area. Mr. Jochum also noted that the soil borings are
taken from the “area” to see what is out in the general area. The applicant will
need to bring in fill for the building and needs to see what is currently on site. Mr.
Jochum noted that the setbacks are all met and that cross easements are also
available for access if needed.
Motion by Commissioner Hacker, Second by Commissioner Jansen to close the
public hearing at 6:13 pm.
Minutes
Hutchinson Planning Commission
September 20, 2022
Page 3
Motion by Commissioner Garberg to approve with 4 staff recommendations.
Second by Commissioner Lofdahl. Item will be on City Council new businesson
09/27/2022 (this will require 2 readings).
C. CONSIDERATION OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE
SECTION 154.142 (E) AND (F) REGARDING DOWNTOWN SIGNAGE
REVIEW COMMITTEE AND MURALS.
Dan Jochum, City Planner addressed the Commission and gave a brief overview
of the amendment.
Chairman Lofdahl asked if we need the definition of Mural. There was discussion.
Motion by Commissioner Hacker, Second by Commissioner Sebestato close the
public hearing at 6:24 pm.
Motion by Commissioner Hacker to approve with staff recommendation. Second
by Commissioner Jansen. Item will be on City Council new businesson
09/27/2022 (this will require 2 reading).
D. CONSIDERATION OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE
SECTIONS 154.064 AND 154.067 REGARDING MINIMUM LOT
DIMENSION REQUIREMENTS.
Dan Jochum, City Planner addressed the Commission and gave a brief overview
of the amendment.
Vice Chairman Hacker questioned why we don’t change the one-acre size
requirement? Mr. Jochum noted the expense right now is the width of the project
for Engineering fees. By having a shorter lot width, the parcel is financially easier
to develop. If a lot is smaller than one acre than a variance can be granted if
conditions are met. If needed in the future we could always change the ordinance
to less than one acre.
Motion by Commissioner Garberg, Second by Commissioner Jansen to close the
public hearing at 6:31 pm.
Motion by Commissioner Jansen to approve with staff recommendation. Second
by Commissioner Garberg. Item will be on City Council new businesson
09/27/2022 (this item will require 2 readings).
5. NEW BUSINESS
A. NONE
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. None.
Minutes
Hutchinson Planning Commission
September 20, 2022
Page 4
7. COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
A.UPCOMING MEETINGS–possible 4 lot Plat for the October meeting.
8. ADJOURNMENT
Motion was made by Commissioner Sebesta to adjourn the meeting, second by
Commissioner Hacker. Meeting was adjournedat 6:33 p.m.
DIRECTORS REPORT –PLANNING DEPARTMENT
To:Hutchinson Planning Commission
From: Dan Jochum, AICP
Date: October 14, for October 18, 2022, Planning Commission Meeting
Application: CONSIDERATION OF FINAL PLAT FOR RAVENWOOD SOUTH
Applicant: BONNEVILLE LAND AND CATTLE CO LLC, APPLICANT
FINAL PLAT OF RAVENWOOD SOUTH
Brief Description
The applicant has submitted a four-lot final plat application for a portion of the undeveloped land located on Block 2 Lot 3
of the original Ravenwood Plat. The remainder of the property will be platted into an Outlot. The preliminary plat the
City approved for this area was for the entire area of Block 2 Lots 2 and 3, however, the developer is only moving forward
with the final plat for four lots at this time. The four lots proposed for final platting have utility services available off
Bluejay Drive SW.
Final Plat – Ravenwood South
Planning Commission – 10-18-22
Page 2
GENERAL INFORMATION
Existing Zoning: R-3 PD (Medium-High Density Residential District)
Property Location: Block 2 Lot 3 Ravenwood
Lot Size: ~12 Acres
Existing Land Use: Vacant
Adjacent Land Use
And Zoning: R-2 (Medium Density Residential District), R-3 (Medium-High Density Residential
District), R-3 PD (Medium-High Density Planned Development Residential District)
Comprehensive
Land Use Plan: Medium Density Residential Neighborhood
Zoning History: Originally platted as Ravenwood 11/16/1999 in the R-3 Zoning District.
Applicable
Regulations: City Code of Ordinances Sections 153.50 – 153.51
Transportation: The lots will be accessed off Bluejay Dr. SW.
Physical Characteristics: This area of the development is adjacent to Bluejay Dr. SW and was pre-graded with the
original development to accommodate housing.
Analysis:
The final plat as presented appear to meet the requirements of the subdivision and zoning ordinances. The minimum lot
area for this district (R-3) is 5,000 square feet, of which these lots will meet. For twin homes, of which these will be, the
minimum lot width is 40 feet per side or 80 feet total per twin home building. All of the lot sizes appear to be appropriate
and consistent with the zoning ordinance.
It should be noted that this Final Plat consists of four lots and an Outlot (Outlot A). As Outlot A is further developed it
will need to conform to the Preliminary Plat the City approved in June of 2022. The developer is starting with the four
lots that already have sewer and water connection and street access available.
Utilities will be located in the front yard of the proposed lots within the street. Storm sewer lines are in place and the
drainage flows to the existing stormwater pond to the southwest. The attached construction plans show all of the details
related to utilities (please only refer to construction plans for the proposed 4 lots). Driveways and access will be off
Bluejay Dr. SW.
Lastly, it is important to note that Zone A of the Airport Zoning District touches lot 1. No portion of any building may be
within Airport Zone A, including roof overhangs. The line of Airport Zone A should be staked during construction to
ensure nothing is built within this area.
Final Plat Review Criteria
After the submittal of the final plat, the Planning Commission shall recommend approval or disapproval of the
plat. Failure of the Planning Commission to act upon the final plat shall be deemed a recommendation of approval
Final Plat – Ravenwood South
Planning Commission – 10-18-22
Page 3
of the plat. If plat disapproval is recommended, the grounds for disapproval shall be stated in the records of the
Planning Commission.
A plat shall not be recommended for approval unless it:
(a) Conforms to the preliminary plat;
(b) Conforms to the design standards set forth in this chapter;
(c) Conforms to the adopted Comprehensive Plan; and
(d) Is in accordance with all requirements and laws of this state.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the final plat subject to the following conditions.
1. The applicants shall record the final plat with McLeod County prior to any building permits being
issued.
2. Each lot will require a separate utility service.
3. Moving or relocating utility services will be at the property owner’s expense.
4. Applicant must coordinate with Hutchinson Utilities to ensure each lot can be properly served with gas
and electric. If necessary, easement will need to be development to accommodate these utilities.
5. SAC/WAC charges will be due at the time building permits are issued.
6. Any assessments will need to be paid prior to the issuance of building permits.
7. No buildings are allowed in Airport Zone A, including roof overhangs.
8. Airport Zone A shall be identified with stakes or lath during home building to ensure homes are not
encroaching Airport Zone A.
3-24-22
21-0568
3
1
PRELIMINARY PLAT
HUTCHINSON, MN
RAVENWOOD SOUTH
BONNEVILLE LAND & CATTLE, LLC
Feet
100
50
N
0
N
3-24-22
21-0568
Feet
100
3
50
N
2
0
PRELIMINARY UTILITY PLAN
HUTCHINSON, MN
RAVENWOOD SOUTH
BONNEVILLE LAND & CATTLE, LLC
3-24-22
21-0568
Feet
100
3
50
N
SILT FENCE DETAIL
3
0
PRELIMINARY GRADING &EROSION CONTROL PLAN
HUTCHINSON, MN
RAVENWOOD SOUTH
BONNEVILLE LAND & CATTLE, LLC