02-21-1989 PCM cMINUTES
HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, February 21, 1989
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Tom Lyke at 7:30 p.m. with the
following members present: Roland Ebent, Clint Gruett, Marlin Torgerson, Bruce
Drahos, Bill Craig, Larry Romo (8:25 p.m.) and Chairman Lyke. Also present:
Building Official Jim Marka.
2. MINUTES
Mr. Ebent made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting dated
Tuesday, December 20, 1988. Seconded by Mr. Gruett the motion carried unani-
mously.
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
(a) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY TOM DAGGETT,
HUTCHINSON MANUFACTURING
Chairman Lyke opened the hearing at 7:31 p.m. with the reading of
publication #3967 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday,
February 9, 1989. The request is for the purpose of considering a
conditional use permit to allow the owner to construct a 25' x 250'
building for painting and sandblasting at Hutchinson Manufacturing
located on Hwy 7 West.
Building Official Jim Marka stated that the building meets with
building codes and setbacks as he has explained to Mr. Daggett.
Mr. Tom Daggett commented on the proposal and purchase of the land
with a rail track into the building. He then explained the movement
of product at Hutch Mfg.
Discussion followed on the existing use and frontage property.
Mr. Torgerson moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Craig the
hearing closed at 7:38 p.m. Mr. Torgerson made a motion to recommend
approval to City Council. Seconded by Mr. Craig the motion carried
unanimously.
4. NEW BUSINESS
(a) DISCUSSION OF REZONING FROM R-2 TO C-4 REQUESTED BY COCA COLA BOTTLING
CO.
Mr. Bud Maynard, reprsenting Coca Cola, commented on their interest to
rezone the property to meet with the zoning requirements of the
present use.
Discussion followed on the reasons for rezoning to C-4. One advantage
would be in the value of the property. Chairman Lyke commented on his
concerns with "spot" zoning.
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Building Official Jim Marka relayed comments by City Attorney Barry
Anderson and Comprehensive Plan Consultant Bill Weber suggesting
control through a conditional use permit and the question of
presenting a site plan or the proposed use of the property.
Mr. Maynard commented on the 40 years that Coke has been a good
neighbor in the area. Mr. Marka suggested a possible zoning to be C-2
for warehousing.
Discussion followed on past requests to rezone the same property and
the possibility of an R-3 use.
Mr. Ebent commented on discussions with long time neighboring property
owners of the proposed plan.
Discussion followed on IC -1 use of the property as requiring a
conditional use permit to develop the land. This also would be "spot"
zoning. Mr. Torgerson voiced concern over "spot" zoning and what
would be good for the City of Hutchinson.
Mr. Marka stated that the City Attorney commented on the use being as
high or less restrictive but recommended residential.
Mr. Maynard commented on the building itself and the best use being
warehousing, possibly private warehousing.
It is the consensus of the Planning Commission that the area should
remain residential.
(b) CONSIDERATION OF LOT SPLIT ON GAUGER ST. REQUESTED BY JAMES LAUER
Mr. Torgerson made a motion to recommend approval to City Council,
seconded by Mr. Craig the motion carried unanimously.
(c) DISCUSSION OF RECYCLING FACILITY REQUESTED BY LEON MADSEN (2 mile
radius)
Building Official Jim Marka asked to postpone the proposal until
further information is received.
(d) CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY PLAT OF MAC SUBDIVISION SUBMITTED BY
RICHARD MCCLURE (2 mile radius)
Mr. Ebent made a motion to recommend approval to City Council,
seconded by Mr. Torgerson the motion carried unanimously.
(e) DISCUSSION OF BEELER/ANDERSON CUL-DE-SAC PROPOSAL BY JUNE REDMAN
Ms. June Redman commented on the use of the property for private homes
and the need for a private cul-de-sac. Building Official Jim Marka
explained staff review being a mixture of concerns. The fire marshal
and street department not being in favor of cul-de-sacs in general.
Mr. Marka explained the possibilities for Wagner's development to the
south should this proposal be approved.
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Ms. Redman explained that the developer is proposing to plat 4 lots with
not more than 6 lots. Mr. Torgerson stated that he is in favor of the
proposal with 4 lots and suggested a restrictive convenant stating
not more than 6 lots could be platted. Mr. Craig commented on the
proposal being a favorable use of the property.
Mr. Marka explained that control is done by restrictive covenants and
the subdivision agreement.
It is the consensus of the Planning Commission that the developer go
ahead with the platting process with the stipulation of downzoning the
property to R-1 and a restrictive covenant be written stating there be
no more than 6 lots and a minimum of 4 lots in the plat. This is to
be also stated in the Subdivision Agreement.
(f) CONSIDERATION OF BEGINNING ANNEXATION PROCEDURE ON MCDONALD PROPERTY
REQUESTED BY LORETTA MCDONALD
Building Official Marka explained the proposal by staff to annex the
roadway of McDonalds Drive with no improvements until platting begins.
Mr. Torgerson made a motion to begin annexation proceedings with the
following staff recommendations: Include Parcel A and proposed
McDonald Dr. roadway and also, North portion of Parcel B of road right
of way. Seconded by Mr. Craig the motion carried unanimously.
(g) CONSIDERATION OF 6 MONTH EXTENSION FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
REQUESTED BY JOHN MILLER (CARWASH)
Mr. Ebent made a motion to recommend approval to City Council.
Seconded by Mr. Torgerson the motion carried unanimously.
5. OLD BUSINESS
(a) BRW UPDATE
Building Official Jim Marka suggested deferring the update until
the special meeting on March 2, 1989 at 5:30 p.m.
6. OTHER BUSINESS
(a) Mr. Marka commented on the following:
1. Mr. Jay Freedland's request of a staggered fence to be placed on
the March agenda.
2. The Flood Plain Ordinance is to be revised in March.
3. He commented on the K Mart expansion.
4. 3M solvent recovery plant
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(b) ELECTION OF OFFICERS
Mr. Ebent moved to nominate Mr. Craig for Chairman in 1989, seconded
Mr. Romo the nominations ceased. The motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Gruett moved to nominate Mr. Ebent for Vice Chairman, seconded by
Mr. Drahos the nominations ceased. The motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Craig moved to nominate Mr. Drahos for Secretary, seconded by Mr.
Romo the nominations ceased. The motion carried unanimously.
7. ADJOURMFNT
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
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