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03-18-1997 PCM cPA 3. MINUTES HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, 11 It, 8, 1997 CALL TO ORDER 5:30 P.M. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Dean Wood at 5:30 p.m. with the following members present: Bill Arndt, Dave Westlund, and Craig Lenz. Absent: Bill Craig, Glen Matejka, and Paul Ackland. Also Present: Jim Marka, Director of Building, Planning and Zoning; Bonnie Baumetz, Planning and Zoning; Mark Hensen, Building Inspector; and Larry Huhn, Engineering Dept, CONSENT AGENDA a) CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DATED FEBRUARY 18, 1997 Mr. Arndt made a motion to approve the minutes dated February 18, 1997, Seconded by Mr. Westlund motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARINGS a) CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF VACATION OF OUTLOT "B" TO VACATE ALL UTILITY AND DRAINAGE EASEMENTS LOCATED IN ISLAND VIEW HEIGHTS FIRST ADDITION REQUESTED BY MR. BILL GILK, SCENIC HEIGHTS INVESTMENT. b) CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF A PRELIMINARY PLAT TO BE KNOWN AS "ISLAND VIEW HEIGHTS SECOND ADDITION" LOCATED IN THE FORMER ISLAND VIEW HEIGHTS FIRST ADDITION PLAT, REQUESTED BY MR. BILL GILK, SCENIC HEIGHTS INVESTMENT. C) CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF REZONING "ISLAND VIEW HEIGHTS SECOND ADDITION" FROM R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE) TO P.D.D. (PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT) REQUESTED BY MR. BILL GILK, SCENIC HEIGHTS INVESTMENT. d) CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT LOCATED IN ISLAND VIEW HEIGHTS SECOND ADDITION REQUESTED BY MR. BILL GILK, SCENIC HEIGHTS INVESTMENT. Chairman Dean Wood reopened the hearing at 5:31 p.m. with the reading of publications #4996, #4997, #4998, and #4999 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, February 6, 1997. The request is for the purpose of considering a request by Mr. Bill Gilk, Scenic Heights Investment, to consider a petition to vacate all utility and drainage easements located in Island View Heights First Addition, Lots 1 & 2, Block 2 and Outlot B, to consider a preliminary plat to be known as "ISLAND VIEW HEIGHTS SECOND ADDITION" located in the former ISLAND VIEW HEIGHTS FIRST ADDITION PLAT, to consider the request to rezone property located in Island View Heights Second Addition from R-1 (Single Family Residence) to R -1/R-2 P.D.D. (Planned Development District), and consideration of a Planned Development District located in Island View Heights Second Addition. Mr. Marka, explained the request and read the planning staff recommendations. He also explained the changes Mr. Gilk had made to the plans. Mr. Gilk has is in the process of updating the title opinion to the property. Mr. Marka stated planning staff recommends approval of the requests. Mr. Gilk would like to start construction immediately after Council approval. Bill Gilk presented and explained the plans showing home elevations. He also had plans showing plantings. David Byron, 949 Hayden Ave. S.W. said he would encourage wider width lots next to the First Addition along the lake side. Mr. Marka stated the lots have remained 80' wide with 30' setbacks meeting ordinance requirements. David Byron mentioned that he had some concerns regarding the park on the previous plans, but he did approve of the present plans. Mr. Gilk said they met requirements with width on lake shore lots. Mr. Westlund asked if there were covenants on the lake side. Mr. Gilk said the covenants on the First Addition would continue on the lake shore lots in his development. Scott Hagg explained the covenant in the First Addition. Mr. Gilk stated, he has talked with Mr. Moon, Parks and Recreation Director, regarding a building in the park. He explained, that he had proposed constructing a building to be used for storage during the construction of his development and later it would be turned over to the City. Mr. Gilk said this would be a coordinated effort for a building to work for them and the City. Mr. Arndt asked if there is any proposed fencing around the pond. Mr. Gilk explained the proposed sloping of the pond. Mr. Marka said the city has an interim standars for pond design regarding the slope of the pond, and Mr. Rodeberg, City Engineer had reviewed the plans. HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 18, 1997 Mr. Arndt asked if the tree line on the north end behind the existing lots would on the present property owner's lots. Mr. Marka said the plantings are not a requirement, although it is proposed on plat, and the City cannot require something that would infringe on another individual's property. Mr. Gilk said the trees will have to be 4, 5, 6' tall and planted shoulder to shoulder on north side of Cty. Rd. 82 so that they may serve as a snow and wind break next winter. John Macemon, 1120 So. Grade Ct., explained that he had talked with Mark Schnobrich, city forester. He said Mr.Schnobrich had stated he would put 10' trees on County Rd. 82 and on his lot. Mr. Macemon commented this would take up 25' of his backyard. He would like more trees planted on Mr. Gilk's property. The planning commission would like staff and Mark Schnobrich to take another look at the windbreak. Mr. Arndt made a motion to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Lenz. The hearing closed at 6:08 p.m. Motions were made as follows: Item a) Mr. Lenz made a motion to recommend approval. Seconded by Mr. Westlund the motion was carried unanimously. Item b) Mr. Lenz made a motion to recommend approval with staff recommendatons. Seconded by Mr. Westlund the motion was carried unanimously. Item c) Mr. Lenz made a motion to recommend approval. Seconded by Mr. Westlund the motion was carried unanimously. Item d) Mr. Lenz made a motion to recommend approval. Seconded by Mr. Westlund the motion was carried unanimously. e) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY THE HUTCHINSON SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR ADDITIONS TO WEST ELEMENTARY, PARK ELEMENTARY, AND THE MIDDLE SCHOOL. Chairman Dean Wood opened hearing at 6:10 p.m. with the reading of publication #5002 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, March 6, 1997. The request is for the purpose of considering a conditional use permit by the Hutchinson School District for additions to West Elementary, 875 School Road S.W.; Park Elementary, 100 Glen Street S.W.; and Middle School, 1365 South Grade Rd. Ms. Baumetz gave the background information for the proposed school improvement projects. Phil Behread, architect with ATS&R and John Carter from the School District explained the plans for the additions on West Elementary, Park Elementary, and the Middle School. Mr. Marka commented on the plan review. Mr. Arndt expressed concerns regarding school bus driveways and parking. He also asked to have fill from the construction placed along South Grade Road for a walking path. It was recommended that John Rodeberg check on the feasibility of this before making any recommendations. Dale Baker from the school district said driving and parking conditions will be improved when the construction projects are completed. Mr. Lenz made a motion to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Westlund the hearing closed at 6:28 p.m. Mr. Arndt recommended approval with staff recommendations to consider improvements on South Grade Road, and aligning the access off the West Elementary parking lot with 8th Avenue S.W. Seconded by Mr. Westlund motion carried unanimously. f) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CHANGE USE OF A COMMERCIAL BUILDING TO A CHURCH LOCATED IN THE C-4 DISTRICT (FRINGE COMMERCIAL) 560 ADAMS ST. REQUESTED BY THE APOSTOLIC LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH. Chairman Dean Wood opened hearing at 6:35 p.m. with the reading of publication #5003 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, March 6, 1997. The request is for the purpose of considering a conditional use permit by Apostolic Lighthouse Church to change use of a commercial building to a church located in the C-4 District (Fringe Commercial) 560 Adams St. Ms. Baumetz explained the requirements on parking noting a Adams Street is scheduled for reconstruction. There will be no on -street parking when it is completed. HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 18, 1997 Mr. Marka stated it is a nonconforming structure in the C-4 District. Mr. Arndt made a motion to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Lenz the hearing closed at 6:36 p.m. Mr. Lenz made a motion to recommend approval of the request. Seconded by Mr. Westlund motion carried unanimously. g) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY SHERRON THEIN TO PLACE A PORTABLE SIGN ON CITY PROPERTY NEAR THE CORNER OF HARRINGTON AND SOUTH GRADE RD. Chairman Dean Wood opened hearing at 6:45 p.m. with the reading of publication #5004 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, March 6, 1997. The request is for the purpose of considering a conditional use permit requested by Ms. Sherron Thein to place a portable sign on City property near the corner of Harrington Street and South Grade Road. Ms. Baumetz explained the sign ordinance and the location of the sign at the Civic Arena. Ms. Baumetz also informed the commission of the second event to be held in October. She explained the second event would be included in this conditional use permit. Mr. Arndt recommended publishing a letter in paper concerning signs in public flower gardens. Mr. Arndt moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Westlund the hearing closed at 6:50 p.m. Mr. Lenz made a motion to recommend approval of the request. Seconded by Mr. Arndt the motion carried unanimously. h) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY ELROY DOBRATZ TO REPLACE EXISTING GARAGE WITH A 24'X 32' GARAGE LOCATED AT 603 - 2ND AVE. S.W. Chairman Dean Wood opened hearing at 6:50 p.m. with the reading of publication #5005 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, March 6, 1997. The request is for the purpose of considering a conditional use permit requested by Mr. EIRoy Dobratz to replace existing garage with a 24'x 32' garage located at 603 - 2nd Ave. S.W. Mr. Marka explained request, and stated planning staff recommended approval. Mr. Arndt moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Lenz the hearing closed at 6:52 p.m. Mr. Arndt made a motion to recommend approval of the request with staff recommendations. Seconded by Mr. Lenz the motion carried unanimously. 1) CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE REQUESTED BY BRUCE PETERSON TO REPLACE EXISTING GARAGE WITH A 24'X 24' GARAGE LOCATED AT 204 GROVE ST. Chairman Dean Wood opened hearing at 6:40 p.m. with the reading of publication #5006 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, March 6, 1997. The request is for the purpose of considering a request for a variance by Mr. Bruce Peterson to replace an existing garage with a 24' x 24' garage located at 204 Grove Street. Mr. Marka stated he had met with Mr. Peterson and reviewed the site. The lot depth is substandard making it a hardship. Curb cuts would stay where they are. There are no easements in the area. Mr. Arndt made a motion to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Lenz the hearing closed at 6:45 p.m. Mr. Arndt made a motion to recommend approval with staff recommendations. Seconded by Mr. Westlund the motion carried unanimously. j) CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION 8.08 REGARDING MANUFACTURED HOMES. Chairman Wood opened the hearing at 6:50 p.m. with the reading of publication # 5007 as published in The Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, March 6, 1997. The request is for the purpose of the consideration to amend the zoning ordinance section 8.08 regarding manufactured homes. A suggestion was made to have staff monitor the clean up of Country Club Terrace. Mr. Lenz made a motion to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Arndt the hearing closed at 6:51 p.m. Mr. Lenz made a motion to recommend approval with staff recommendations. Seconded by Mr. Arndt the motion carried unanimously. HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 18, 1997 4. OLD BUSINESS a) REVIEW OF LOT DIMENSIONS IN THE MEDIUM DENSITY DISTRICT Mr. Marka explained planning staff recommendations. Mr. Westlund made a motion to recommend moving review of lot dimensions to next month's agenda as a public hearing. Mr. Lenz seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. b) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE Mr. Marka explained updating the comp. plan to a working document that can easily be changed by staff. Lary Huhn explained the technology and ease that maps can be updated with base maps. Mr. Lenz said being involved with the updating process of the comp. plan was a great learning experience. He would like the county to have some of our maps for information. Mr. Lenz recommended forwarding to the council the approved dated maps and have a monthly review of one or two section of the comp. plan. Seconded by Mr. Arndt the motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS a) DISCUSSION OF CONDITIONALLY PERMITTING LIGHT "LOW IMPACT' HIGH TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY IN THE C-4 DISTRICT. Mr. Marka explained the business climate is changing. Permitting light "low -impact" high technology industry in the C-4 District could provide uses of vacant buildings. Mr. Arndt recommended taking case by case. 6. COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF Ms. Baumetz commented on the seminar April 17 in St. Cloud for planning staff and commissioners. Those attending will be Jim Haugen, Marilyn Swanson, Bonnie Baumetz, and possibly Dave Westlund. Ms. Baumetz explained the new interest in commissions form which will be distributed to the public through the City newsletter. 7. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 7:17 p.m. H:\PLANNING\PC3-18.WPD