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02-18-1997 PCM c2. 3. 4. MINUTES HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, February 18, 1997 CALL TO ORDER 5:30 P.M. The meeting was called to order by acting Chairman Bill Craig at 5:30 p.m. with the following members present: Bill Arndt, Dave Westlund, Bill Craig, Paul Ackland, and Craig Lenz. Absent: Chairman Dean Wood - and Glenn Matejka. Also Present: Jim Marka, Director of Building, Planning and Zoning; Bonnie Baumetz, Planning and Zoning; Barry Anderson, City Attorney; John Rodeberg, City Engineer; and Dick Lennes, HCDC. CONSENT AGENDA a) CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DATED JANUARY 21, 1997 Dave Westlund made a motion to approve the minutes dated January 21, 1997, seconded by Bill Arndt the motion carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS a) REVIEW SURVEY OF LOT DIMENSIONS FOR THE R-2 DISTRICT Bonnie Baumetz commented on the survey results received from cities contacted in the metro area regarding lot dimensions. The Planning Staff recommends the Hutchinson Zoning Ordinance be amended as follows: Two family dwellings in the R-2 District would require 10,000 square feet minimum lot area, 80ft/100 ft. minimum lot width and maximum ground coverage of 35%. It is also necessary to amend Section 8.06 district, regarding two family dwellings the identical to what is proposed in the R-2 District for two family dwellings. Discussion followed on whether one incident in the past would warrant changing the ordinance. John Rodeberg said the trend is to build on smaller lots by stacking multi housing to accommodate affordable housing. Councilman Don Erickson, explained HRA's long range planning for affordable housing. Bill Arndt made a motion to continue the issue to March meeting, motion seconded by Dave Westlund, and the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARINGS a) 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) 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) CONSIDERATION OF REZONING "ISLAND VIEW HEIGHTS SECOND ADDITION" FROM R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE) TO PDD (PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT) REQUESTED BY MR. BILL GILK, SCENIC HEIGHTS INVESTMENT. d) CONSIDERATION OF PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT LOCATED IN ISLAND VIEW HEIGHTS SECOND ADDITION REQUESTED BY MR. BILL GILK, SCENIC HEIGHTS INVESTMENT. Acting Chairman Bill Craig opened the hearing at 5:40 p.m. with the reading of publication #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, Hutchinson Planning Commission Minutes February 18, 1997 to consider a petition to vacate all utility and drainage easements located in Island View Heights First Addition 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 P.D.D. (Planned Development District), and consideration for a Planned Developmenf District located in Island View Heights second Addition. Bill Gilk from Scenic Heights Investment gave opening statements explaining their proposal regarding Island View Heights Second Addition. He expressed Hutchinson has a need for affordable housing. He said Scenic Heights Investment is attempting to stay within the PDD requirements. Their goal is to offer duplexes and triplexes under $100,000. They have made some changes in their plans, but goal is still the same. They have increased park size in the revised plan. They would like to start construction on the duplexes on South Grade Court in the spring 1997, and continue south between Prairie View Drive S.W. and Underwood Ave. They would like to build on the lake shore lots in 1997. The affordable housing association will offer maintenance free living - snow plowed, lawns mowed, and maintenance of private roads. Kevin VonRiedel, Planner for RLK, gave an overview of the new plan and the changes made to be in compliance with the EAW (Environmental Assessment Worksheet). They are looking at 189 units - by including the first phase of Island View Heights they would be in compliance with the maximum density provision of our Comprehensive Plan. Jim Marka explained the need for $80,000 - $90,000 affordable housing. He also referenced John Rodeberg's letter regarding City Zoning ordinance/Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Shoreland Ordinance. John Rodeberg stated based on using the 56.77 acres there would be a maximum limit of 170 units in the development without requiring an EAW. Regarding the concerns of the utility capacity for the 170 unit density, the City can handle it with existing infrastructure. The plans now meet the Shoreland Ordinance list of criteria, City Zoning, and Comprehensive Plan - taking into consideration emergency services, and the cost to upgrade infrastructure. Staff feels the density should not exceed 170 units - staff does like the plan with single family, duplex and triplexes. Staff has concerns with the density. John Schnobrich, legal council for RLK, explained they are consistent with Comprehensive Plan. The concept proposed in the PD portion is to tier development - lower density next to the water and increase density further away. This is consistent with their plan. He felt the City should consider that the developer owns lots in the original first addition, and that should be considered in the calculations. Kevin VonRiedel suggested we take this issue to the EQB (Environmental Quality Board). Bill Craig read Norman Wendorff s letter of concern regarding tile lines on adjacent agricultural land, and Jerry Busse's correspondence regarding his opposition to condominiums, but he would accept twins homes. Jerry Busse, 1200 Bradford St SE, asked if there were protective covenants in this area for out buildings. John Schnobrich said the covenant would not allow out buildings. Basically the homeowner owns only the inside of his dwelling. The outside of the building and yard are governed by the association. Craig Lenz asked if some streets would be private. John Schnobrich said the street system is designed to handle the density. Discussion followed regarding the determination of using both the First Addition and the Second Addition of Island View Heights in calculating the maximum density for the development, the impact on infrastructure cost to tax payers, and protection of neighbors rights by covenants, even though affordable housing like this is needed. Suggestion was given to visit Environment Quality Board. Hutchinson Planning Commission Minutes February 18, 1997 Paul Ackland moved to continue the hearing to the March meeting. Bill Arndt seconded the motion. Discussion was opened to the public. Linda Remacal, 1075 West Shore Dr. SW, said she didn't expect development this quickly and was concerned if the infrastructure was going to be able to handle the usage in the area. Norman Wendorff, 21767 -180th St., wanted to make sure drainage remains same. Before construction in this area, City employees will meet with Mr. Wendorff to locate drain tile openings. Datlaf Weseloh, 1109 Lewis Ave. SW, was concerned if the infrastructure was capable of handling development of this size. Jim Marka read the recommendations from the staff. Acting Chairman Bill Craig called for the motion again to continue the hearing to the March meeting. The motion was carried unanimously. 5. NEW BUSINESS a) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY SYLVESTER REINERT FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A RECYCLING FACILITY TO BE LOCATED IN SECTION 8 OF HASSAN VALLEY TWP. WITHDRAWN b) PRESENTATION BY JOHN RODEBERG, JIM MARKA AND DICK LENNES OF COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING IN REGARD TO ANNEXATION ISSUES, TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE FOR THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON John Rodeberg gave an overview of the proposed Comprehensive Plan, explaining the proposed improvement projects. The City is looking at a staged system. The City is looking at Federal aid for Jefferson Street infrastructure. It would be economical to develop from east to the west. The 5th Avenue SE bridge across the Crow Ridge north of 3M should be completed 1998. Dick Lennes explained HCDC's emphasis is industrial development - industrial development drives everything else including housing and economic development. Bill Craig moved to recommend approval of the 1997 Land Use Plan, seconded by Bill Arndt the motion carried unanimously. C) YEARLY REVIEW OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Jim Marka recommended coordination of the Comprehensive Plan. John Rodeberg would like to provide a graphic plan with less verbage. Bill Craig recommended continued review of plan next month. d) REVIEW OF MANUFACTURED HOME CODE CHANGES PROPOSED FOR AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE Bonnie Baumetz explained the proposed changes to the Hutchinson City Zoning Ordinance, Section 8.08 to comply with Minnesota Building Code, Chapter 1350, MN Statutes 327.31 thru 327.35. The consensus of the Planning Commission was to amend the zoning ordinance next month. Hutchinson Planning Commission Minutes February 18, 1997 e) ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR 1997-98 Bill Arndt moved to elect Dean Wood, Chairman. Seconded by Paul Ackland the motion carried unanimously. Bill Arndt moved to elect Glen Matejka, Vice Chairman. Seconded by Paul Ackland motion carried unanimously. 6. COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF Bonnie Baumetz explained, she and Mayor Marlin Torgerson are working on an application to encourage public interest in serving on boards and commissions. Bonnie Baumetz asked Planning Commission to notify her at the March meeting if they wish to attend the annual Planning Institute in April. Bonnie will be attending both the "Basics & Beyond the Basics' seminars. Joint Planning Board zoning ordinance will be back from legal council the first of April. Bill Arndt recommended Ulm Ave be changed to Adery Street rather than Otter Street. 7. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 7.37 p.m. HNIC2-18.WPO