09-17-1991 PCM cMINUTES
HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, September 17, 1991
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Bill Craig at 7:30
p.m. with the following members present: E1Roy Dobratz, Tom Lyke,
Clint Gruett, Roland Ebent and Chairman Bill Craig. Absents Dean
Wood and Craig Lenz Also Present.. Gary Plotz, City Administrator,
John Rodeberg, Director of Engineering and G. Barry Anderson, City
Attorney.
2. MINUTES
Mr. Gruett made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular
meeting dated Tuesday, August 20, 1991. Seconded by Mr. Dobratz the
motion carried unanimously.
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
(a) CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE REQUESTED BY
ROBERT HORNICK AT QUIK-MART
Chairman Craig reopened the hearing at 7:32 p.m. with the
reading of publication #4284 as published in the
Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, August 8, 1991. The
request is for the purpose of considering a variance to
reduce front green space from 15' to 0' located at Hwy 15
and Hwy 7, Quik -Mart.
City Administrator Gary Plotz explained the request and
staff recommendations.
Mr. Jim White, J.R.P. Architects, representing Mr.
Hornick commented on the proposed development of Hwy 7
and 15. He stated they would like to compromise on
curbing using wheel stops in lieu of permanent curbs.
Mr. White commented on accesses and the need for
different accesses if the property to the West is
developed. He presented a new site plan addressing the
staff concerns.
Discussion followed on the drainage and water and sewer
line capacity.
City Engineer John Rodeberg stated staff is comfortable
with the green space variance and explained the site plan
is to be complete and acceptable before a building permit
is issued.
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NOTE: The variance is for the gas station only. A carwash
will need to come back for other considerations of
possible variances or permits.
Mr. Ebent made a motion to close the hearing, seconded by
Mr. Lyke the hearing closed at 7:49. Mr. Ebent made a
motion to approve the variance as provided by the latest
site plan and to provide permanent curb not wheel stops.
Seconded by Mr. Gruett the motion carried unanimously.
(b) CONSIDERATION OF REZONING PROPERTY FROM R-2 TO R-1 IN
SCHMIDTBAUERS 4TH ADDITION REQUESTED BY RICHARD
SCHMIDTBAUER
Chairman Craig opened the hearing at 7:50 p.m. with the
reading of publication #4291 as published in the
Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, September 5, 1991. The
request is for the purpose of considering rezoning of
property from R-2 (Multiple Family residence) to R-1
(Single Family residence).
Gary Plotz, City Administrator commented on the
difference between R-2 and R-1 zoning and more
restrictive larger lot requirement.
Mr. Richard Schmidtbauer, owner, stated there is a market
for single family zoning.
Mr. Lyke moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr.
Dobratz the hearing closed at 7:52 P.M. Mr. Lyke moved to
recommend approval to City Council. Seconded by Mr.
Dobratz the motion carried unanimously.
(c) CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE FOR SIGN REQUESTED BY PHILLIP
BURKS LOCATED AT 4 -11TH AVE NE
Chairman Craig opened the hearing at with the reading of
publication #4292 as published in the Hutchinson Leader
on Thursday, September 5, 1991. The request is for the
purpose of considering a variance to construct a 4'x4'
daycare sign at 4 -11th Ave NE.
City Administrator Plotz commented on the staff
recommendations and home occupation signs in residential
zones. He stated staff is concerned with establishing a
precedence for many more home occupation signs. City
Engineer Rodeberg suggested there are other options to
advertise.
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Mr. Burks, property owner, explained that advertising
costs are expensive and the sign is more cost effective.
Discussion followed on word of mouth being a way of
advertising a daycare.
Mr. Ebent moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr.
Gruett the hearing closed at 8:00 p.m. Mr. Ebent moved to
recommend denial to City Council. Seconded by Mr. Gruett
the motion carried unanimously.
(d) CONSIDERATION 'OF VACATION OF ALLEY LOCATED BETWEEN
MILWAUKEE AND DIVISION STREET REQUESTED BY WARREN DEMUTH
Chairman Craig opened the hearing at 8:01 p.m. with the
reading of publication #4294 as published in the
Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, September 5, 1991 and
Tuesday, September 10, 1991. The request is for the
purpose of considering a petition to vacate alley between
Milwaukee and Division Street.
City Administrator Plotz explained the alley is extra
wide at 33'. Normally alleys are 16' wide. City
Engineer Rodeberg explained the city has no need for a
33' alley. He stated there is some confusion as to the
possibility of that alley being vacated in the past but
no record has been found and suggests all but 18' be
vacated. There was discussion of the use of this alley.
Mr. DeMuth, petitioner, explained the petition and his
observation of other garages on the alley.
Mr. Rodeberg explained that 18' will address utilities
access concerns.
Mr. Dobratz moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr.
Ebent and hearing closed at 8:09 p.m. Mr. Gruett made a
motion to recommend approval of vacating all but 18' of
the alley. Seconded by Mr. Ebent the motion carried
unanimously.
(e) CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE FOR GARAGE CONSTRUCTION
REQUESTED BY WARREN DEMUTH LOCATED AT 550 BROWN ST
Chairman Craig opened the hearing at 8:10 p.m. with the
reading of publication #4293 as published in the
Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, September 5, 1991. The
request is for the purpose of considering a variance to
reduce side yard setback for garage construction from 6'
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to 2.7'.
Mr. Plotz commented on side yard setback requirements and
made reference to the untitled 4' between Lots 1 and 2.
He explained that staff looks at setbacks of what the
property owner actually owns. Mr. Plotz stated that ease
of access in not a hardship under State Statute and the
ability to move the garage 6 feet is there. He explained
that amending the ordinance is being discussed and on the
agenda for this meeting, however, staff must go by the
ordinance in place at this time.
Mr. Warren DeMuth explained his request and presented
photos of the present garage condition and difficulty in
accessing the garage.
Discussion followed on the accessibility to garages.
Neighboring property owners voiced concern over the
condition of the present garage.
Mr. Ebent made a motion to continue the hearing to next
month and directed staff to prepare a proposed amendment
to the ordinance regarding garages. Seconded by Mr.
Dobratz the motion carried unanimously.
(f) CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE FOR SIGN REQUESTED BY DR.
MICHAEL MERCK LOCATED AT REGIONAL EYE SPECIALISTS, 221
FREEMONT AVE EAST
Chairman Craig opened the hearing at 8:30 p.m. with the
reading of publication #4295 as published in the
Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, September 5, 1991. The
request is for the purpose of considering a variance to
reduce setbacks for sign placement at 2 locations, one
from 5' to 3.8' and one will encroach into street right-
of-way; also, to increase square footage of sings as they
are larger than the allowable square footage.
City Administrator Plotz commented on the request and
read the owners proposed hardship. He commented on the
city staff recommendations being concerned with
emergencies and different than the hospital.
Dr. Merck, owner, commented that patients do drive with
bad eyes and explained the reason for the signs. Mr.
Wallyn, owner, explained they see emergency cases on a
daily basis. Discussion followed on the signs as being
directional.
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There was lengthy discussion on signs in the boulevard
and Mr. Plotz read the ordinance regarding directional
signage. It was suggested the doctors rezone the
property to C-4 to allow for the size of the signs. City
Attorney Barry Anderson commented on acting on a variance
for placement of the signs and rezone to address size of
signs.
Mr. Ebent moved to continue
coincide with the rezoning,
motion carried unanimously.
the hearing to next month to
seconded by Mr. Gruett the
(g) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY JUNE
REDMAN, REDMAN REAL ESTATE FOR CLUSTER HOUSING LOCATED ON
6TH AVE NE
Chairman Craig opened the hearing at 9:04 p.m. with the
reading of publication #4296 as published in the
Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, September 5, 1991. The
request is for the purpose of considering a conditional
use permit to allow for the construction of cluster
housing located on 6th Ave NE.
City Administrator Plotz explained the proposal of
multiple housing and what is permitted in R-2 zoning.
Ms. Redman explained the history of the property for a
lot split, which has already been done. She also
explained the cost to replat and resurvey as she
understands it.
Rod Saar, 595 Peterson Circle, voiced concern with
drainage of the property and elevation of the yard.
Duwayne Briese, 585 Peterson Circle, explained where his
property is and the proposed building placement.
Mr. Saar questioned the ordinance permitting such a
development. Discussion followed on the unusual size of
the lot.
Shawn Smithers,262 6th Ave NE, commented on the parking
of vehicles and congestion on the street already.
Mr. Saar stated he does not want that type of housing in
that area.
Sharon Neumann, 590 Peterson Cr, suggested a park be
placed in the area.
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Discussion followed on the rights of the property owner
to develop his property. Mr. Plotz explained the
replatting procedure and cost involved.
City Engineer John Rodeberg stated a developer must meet
city requirements as not to affect the neighboring
property owner. Chairman Craig explained the development
needs to meet code requirements to build anything.
Mr. Plotz explained the concept of cluster housing of
private ownership on one lot.
Mr. Saar stated the issue is the value of his property
and again questioned 'drainage. City Engineer Rodeberg
explained the requirements for drainage.
Mr. Smithers is concerned with the excessive access to
the property and drainage.
The neighboring property owners object to cluster housing
and asked to change ordinance. City Attorney Anderson
commented that this request must be dealt with according
to the present ordinance in place.
There was discussion on discrimination of property
development, prohibition and appropriateness in areas and
question of a price tag in this issue.
Mr. Lyke commented that the planning commission does have
a right, according to ordinance to request a site plan.
There was discussion on the requirement of the site plan.
Mr. Gruett made a motion to table the hearing and that
the developer present a site plan addressing drainage,
elevation, parking and covenants. Seconded by Mr. Lyke
the motion carried 4 ayes, Chairman Craig voting nay.
(h) CONSIDERATION OF VACATION OF EASEMENT REQUESTED BY STEVE
WADSWORTH LOCATED ON LEWIS AVE.
Chairman Craig opened the hearing at 10:15 p.m. with the
reading of publication #4297 as published in the
Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, September 5, 1991 and
Tuesday, September 10, 1991. The request is for the
purpose of, considering a petition to vacate a 195'
utility easement located at 1209 Lewis for the purpose of
house construction.
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City Administrator Plotz commented on the proposal,
explaining Utilities has no objection to the request.
Mr. Ebent moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr.
Dobratz the hearing closed at 10:20 p.m. Mr. Ebent moved
to recommend approval to City Council. Seconded by Mr.
Lyke the motion carried unanimously.
4. NEW BUSINESS
(a) CONSIDERATION OF SKETCH AND PRELIMINARY PLAT REQUESTED BY
FRED SCHMOLL (2 MILE RADIUS) LYNN TOWNSHIP
City Administrator Plotz commented on staff
recommendations to approve the plat with no objections.
He stated the county will look at soils and drainage.
Mr. Schmoll explained the location.
Mr. Ebent made a motion to recommend no objection to the
plat, seconded by Mr. Gruett the motion carried
unanimously.
(b) DISCUSSION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT OF REVISED
LANGUAGE REGARDING GARAGE REPLACEMENT
It was the consensus of the Planning Commission to change
the wording of the ordinance. Discussion followed on the
words for existing or all garages. City Attorney
Anderson commented the City Council needs to know what
the Planning Commission wants and needs. After
discussion the Planning Commission agreed possibly using
existing garages.
5. OLD BUSINESS
(a) CONSIDERATION OF ANNUAL REVIEW OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
ON MUNSELL PROPERTY - DANCE STUDIO
City Attorney Barry Anderson commented on the property
owners agreements and explained Mr. Munsell will have to
either move the building or buy the property. City
Engineer Rodeberg commented on his discussions with Mr.
Munsell as to access of property.
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(b) UPDATE OF ZONING ORDINANCE
City Administrator Plotz stated the zoning ordinance was
to be back by the 15th of September.
(c) COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
City Administrator Plotz commented on a request for
rezoning by the county within the 2 mile radius from
agricultural to industrial. Mr. Rodeberg stated the well
head protection should be considered by the county.
The consensus of the Planning Commission is to recommend
the county consider well head protection and requests
commercial zoning and industrial zoning be on a
conditional use basis.
6. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at
11:00 P.M.