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MINUTES
HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, July 16, 2002
Hutchinson City Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER 5:30 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Bill Arndt at 5:30 p.m. with the
following members present Kathy Hanneman, Brandon Fraser, Jim Haugen,
Lynn Otteson, Dean Kirchoff, Robert Hantge and Chairman Arndt. Absent:
None Also present: Julie Wischnack, AICP, Planning Director and Bonnie
Baumetz, Planning Coordinator
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a) CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES DATED JUNE 18, 2002, AND JULY 2,
2002.
Mr. Kirchoff made a motion to approve the minutes dated June 18, 2002.
Seconded by Mr. Hantge the motion carried. Ms. Hanneman made a
motion to approve the minutes of July 2, 2002. Seconded by Mr. Haugen
the motion carried.
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND VARIANCE
REQUESTED BY TONY BENTON, PROPERTY OWNER, TO REPLACE
EXISTING GARAGE THREE FEET FROM PROPERTY LINE AND HARD
SURFACE DRIVEWAY UP TO THE PROPERTY LINE AT 418 MILLER
AVE. S.W.
Chairman Arndt opened the hearing at 5:35 p.m. with the reading of
publication #6753 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday,
July 4, 2002.
Ms. Wischnack commented on the location and lot size. She explained
the placement of existing and proposed garage stating the proposed
garage door will be in the same place as the existing door. Ms.
Wischnack explained the need for a conditional use permit as the
existing garage is non-conforming 3' from the property line and the
proposed garage will be constructed in the same location. The variance
is for the driveway which will be hardsurfaced up to the property line
leaving a 0' setback. She commented on the staff review and the revised
drawing. The staff recommendations should be revised after the
explanation of placement by property owner.
Ms. Wischnack stated the hardship for the variance would be the property
lot width, driveway location and drainage.
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Tony Benton, 418 Miller Ave., explained the flat roof is designed for
drainage purposes. Discussion followed on flat roof garages and the
aesthetics of the neighborhoods.
Mr. Haugen moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Hantge the
hearing closed at 5:45 p.m. Mr. Haugen made a motion to approve the
request with staff recommendations excluding the first recommendation.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Kirchoff. Ms. Hanneman voiced
concern with the look of a flat roof in the neighborhood and would like
staff to research the standards limiting flat roofs. The motion carried
unanimously. Ms. Wischnack stated this item will be placed on the July
23,2002, CityCoundlconsentagenda.
b) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY
MPI CHOPPERS, INC., APPLICANT, TO ALLOW SALE OF USED
MOTORCYCLES IN THE C-4 DISTRICT LOCATED AT 492 HWY 7
EAST
Chairman Arndt opened the hearing at 5:48 p.m. with the reading of
publication #6754 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday,
July 4, 2002.
Ms. Wischnack commented on the requirement of a conditional use
permit in the C-4 location. She stated the City Code does not address
sale of used motorcycles. The Code does address other used motor
vehicles. She commented on the intent of the ordinance being as a used
motor vehicle option. Ms. Wischnack explained staff believes the use of 3
parking spaces is appropriate for this request. The applicant is
requesting five spaces. Ms. Wischnack explained the cycles will be
brought inside at night. Hours of operation will be Monday - Friday (8:30
a.m. - 5:30 p.m.) and Saturday (9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.)
Ms. Hanneman questioned the number of parking spaces for the entire
complex of businesses. Ms. Wischnack stated the request does not
affect the requirements. She noted cycles may not be placed on the right
of way.
There was much discussion on parking spaces and number of cycles to
be sold.
Michael Anderson, applicant, 455 Rose Lane, commented on the parking
on the lot and their intent to display cycles. He stated they do not intend
to clutter the lot with cycles their business is to rebuild and service. Mr.
Anderson stated they would like room for 12 - 15 cycles to be displayed
outdoors.
Mr. Kirchoff moved to close the hearing, seconded by Ms. Otteson the
hearing closed at 6:10 p.m. Mr. Fraser made a motion to approve the
request with staff recommendations and increase area to 5 parking
spaces. The motion was seconded by Mr Haugen. Discussion followed on
limiting the number of cycles on display as well as the size of display
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area. Ms. Wischnack reminded the Planning Commissioners of the
possibility for future sales expansion. Mr. Fraser made a motion to
amend the first motion to read approve with staff recommendations and
increase area to 8' x 100' with a maximum of 15 cycles on display. Mr.
Haugen seconded the amended motion. The motion carried with Mr.
Hantge voting nay. Ms. Wischnack stated this item will be forwarded to
the City Council and be placed on the regular agenda July 23, 2002.
c) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY
WILLIAM HAACK, PROPERTY OWNER, TO MOVE AN 18' X 18'
GARAGE ONTO PROPERTY LOCATED AT 705 GROVE ST. S.W.
Chairman Arndt opened the hearing at 6:20 p.m. with the reading of
publication #6755 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday,
July 4, 2002.
Ms. Baumetz commented on the request and the requirement for a
conditional use permit to move a structure from one parcel to another
within the city. The garage will be moved across the street.
Mr. Haack, 705 Grove St. SW, stated there will be no conflict with the
utility lines and he will keep the garage 25' from the property line.
Mr. Kirchoff moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Haugen the
hearing closed at 6:28 p.m. Ms. Otteson made a motion to approve the
request with staff recommendations. The motion was seconded by Mr.
Hantge. The motion carried unanimously. Ms. Wischnack stated this item
will be placed on the City Council July 23, 2002, consent agenda.
d) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY
CITY OF HUTCHINSON POLICE DEPARTMENT TO MOVE A HOUSE
FROM 127 _1ST AVE. S.W. TO 1100 ADAMS ST. S.E.
Chairman Arndt opened the hearing at 6:30 p.m. with the reading of
publication #6756 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday,
July 4, 2002.
Ms. Wischnack commented on the request and the use of the house for
training purposes. She explained research on the Adams St. site and the
conditional use permit for moving the structure. She commented on the
staff recommendations.
Discussion followed on the foundation in the new location. Ms.
Wischnack stated the house will be placed on a slab on grade. She stated
the site on 1st Avenue will be filled with clean fill. There has been an
asbestos abatement completed.
Police Chief Steve Madson, commented on the proposal and the present
training site. He stated the training site will eventually be a small
neighborhood atmosphere. The area will be fenced.
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Discussion followed on the use of the site by other departments and
cities.
Chief Madson stated the 1st Ave. property will remain vacant at this time.
Steve Drew, 15 Glen St., asked about the long range plans for the entire
block. He questioned if future plans would go through the public hearing
process. Ms. Wischnack stated no public hearings would be required.
Chief Madson stated this lot should sustain the department needs for 10 -
15 years and expanding onto other lots is not in the immediate future. Mr.
Drew has property value concerns.
Ms. Wischnack stated a neighborhood meeting could be called should
development be discussed.
Mr. Kirchoff moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Haugen the
hearing closed at 6:50 p.m. Mr. Kirchoff made a motion to approve the
request with staff recommendations. The motion was seconded by Mr.
Haugen. The motion carried unanimously. Ms. Wischnack stated this
item will be placed on the City Council July 23,2002, consent agenda.
4. NEW BUSINESS
a) CONSIDERATION OF LOT SPLIT LOCATED AT 205 NORTH HIGH
DRIVE SUBMITTED BY GREG MARTIN, PROPERTY OWNER
Ms. Wischnack commented on the request and the zoning requirements.
She stated there are concerns with the survey and the building
placement. She explained there should be legal documentation on sewer
line connections. The staff recommends tabling the request to avoid
future problems.
Mr. Haugen made a motion to table the request. The motion was
seconded by Ms. Hanneman. The motion carried unanimously.
b) CONSIDERATION OF LOT SPLIT LOCATED AT 500 GOLF COURSE
ROAD SUBMITTED BY JEFF MUNSELL, PROPERTY OWNER
Ms. Baumetz commented on the request to split .08 acres of the Munsell
property and add to the Thunstrom property.
Discussion followed on the utilities in the area.
Mr. Kirchoff made a motion to approve the request with staff
recommendations. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hantge. The
motion carried unanimously.
Discussion followed on adding language to the Code regarding flat roofs
in residential neighborhoods and vacant property nuisances. Ms.
Wischnack stated staff will research not only the flat roof requirements but
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also the use ordinance in commercial districts and the fence ordinance.
She stated she will e-mail the weed ordinance to the Commissioners.
5. OLD BUSINESS
6. COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
a) UPDATE ON SELTZ SUBDIVISION PLAT
Ms. Wischnack explained the platting process and the revised plat which
will exclude the Heikes property. The preliminary and final plat will be on
the August agenda.
b) UPDATE ON HOSPICE HOUSE
Ms. Wischnack commented on a proposal for a Hospice House in the
Tyler St. area. She stated the request will come before the Commission
in September. A pre-development meeting is scheduled for July 24, 2002.
7. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m.