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05-21-1991 PCM cMINUTES HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, May 21, 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: Roland Ebent, E1Roy Dobratz, Tom Lyke, and Chairman Bill Craig. Absent: Dean Wood, Clint Gruett and Craig Lenz. Also Present: Gary Plotz, City Administrator, John Rodeberg, Director of Engineering and Barry Anderson, City Attorney. 2. MINUTES Mr. Ebent made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting dated Tuesday, April 16, 1991. Seconded by Mr. Mr. Lyke the ,motion carried unanimously. 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS (a) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY LYLE FALLING FOR GARAGE ADDITION LOCATED AT 849 2ND AVE SW Chairman Craig opened the hearing at 7:32 p.m. with the reading of publication 44232 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, May 9, 1991. The request is for the purpose of considering a Conditional Use Permit to allow the owner to construct an addition unto a nonconforming house located at 849 2nd Ave SW. City Administrator Plotz explained the proposal of a conditional use permit and variance for constructing an addition unto a nonconforming house. Mr. Falling, the property owner, commented on the house is now a walk out basement house and he is building on top of that. Mr. Lyke moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Dobratz the hearing closed at 7:40 p.m. Mr. Ebent moved to recommend approval to City Council. Seconded by Mr. Dobratz the motion carried unanimously. Mr. Lyke stated the natural gas service line would have to be moved at the owners expense. Mr. Falling agreed to that and understands the situation. (b) 'CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE REQUESTED BY LYLE FALLING FOR GARAGE ADDITION LOCATED AT 849 2ND AVE SW HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 5/21/91 Chairman Craig opened the hearing at 7#41 p.m. with the reading of publication 44233 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, May 9, 1991. The request is for the purpose of considering a Variance to allow the owner to reduce side yard setback from 8' to 5'9" and front yard setback from 64', the average depth of the front yards, to 36' located at 849 2nd Ave SK. There was discussion on the variance request. City Attorney Barry Anderson commented that the existing nonconformity predated the zoning ordinance and therefore is a hardship. Mr. Lyke moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Dobratz the hearing closed at 7#45 p.m. Mr. Lyke moved to recommend approval to City Council. Seconded by Mr. Dobratz the motion carried unanimously. (c) CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE REQUESTED BY CINDY NORTON TO CONSTRUCT A GARAGE AT X557 MILLER Chairman Craig opened the hearing at 7:45 p.m. with the reading of publication *4234 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, May 9, 1991. The request is for the purpose of considering a Variance to allow the owner to reduce side yard setback from 6' to 3'4" to construct a garage on an existing slab located at 557 Miller Ave. City Administrator Plotz explainef� quest and showed pictures of the present garage. here as discussion on the condition of the present garage. Consensus was that the hardship would be the condition of structure and the existing slab. Mr. Lyke moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Dobratz the hearing closed at 7#49 p.m. Mr. Ebent moved to recommend approval to City Council. Seconded by Mr. Lyke the motion carried unanimously. (d) CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE REQUESTED BY RON PAGEL FOR GARAGE ADDITION LOCATED AT 1341 CAMPBELL LN Chairman Craig opened the hearing at 7:50 p.m. with•the reading. of publication *4237 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, May 9, 1991. The request is for the purpose of considering a Variance to allow the owner to reduce side yard setback less than 1' to construct an 8' addition unto the existing garage located 2 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 5/21/91 at 1341 Campbell LN. City Administrator Plotz commented on the property and staff recommendation to deny the requested based on the fact this is new construction. Discussion followed on the 8' addition and the garage door. Mr. Pagel explained he would rather have an 8' door rather than 6'. There was discussion on variances based on hardship. Mr. Lyke moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Ebent the hearing closed at 8:00 p.m. Mr. Ebent moved to recommend denial to City Council. Seconded by Mr. Dobratz the motion carried with Mr. Lyke voting nay. (e) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY SHARON BARDONNER FOR FENCE AT 1105 BRADFORD Withdrawn. (f) CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE REQUESTED BY HENRY EWALD, CEDAR CREST TO REDUCE PARKING Chairman Craig opened the hearing at 8:01 p.m. with the reading of publication #4239 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, May 9, 1991. The request is for the purpose of considering a Variance to allow the owner to reduce parking requirements for Boarding and Lodging for Elderly from 1.0 spaces per resident to .5 spaces per resident located at 225 Shady Ridge Rd. Mr. Ewald owner of the property explained the operation and the present parking situation which prompted asking for .5 spaces per resident. City Administrator Plotz explained the staff recommendation to deny the request to cut the parking in half, stating Evergreen has not enough parking with .5 spaces. Staff suggests a lease on parking from neighboring property owner to accommodate the extra parking by employees etc. Mr. Ewald is not opposed to a lease but would like to know the requirements. City Attorney Anderson stated it depends on the circumstances and long term of parking and suggests a minimum of a 5 year roll-over lease. Discussion followed on the number of employees and shifts. The City Attorney suggested the lease be linked with the present use of the property. There was discussion of the parking at special occasions. 3 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 5/21/91 Mr. Ebent moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Lyke the hearing closed at Ss13 p.m. Mr. Ebent moved to, recommend the variance be approved for the .'per resident not to include staff parking and that a long term lease be secured on neighboring property for a minimum of 5 years for staff parking as long as current use remains Elderly Board and Lodging. Seconded by Mr. Lyke the motion carried unanimously. (g) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY DUANE BUSKE FOR CARWASH LOCATED ON SCHOOL RD N. Chairman Craig opened the hearing at St15 p.m. with the reading of publication #4240 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, May 9, 1991. The request is for the purpose of considering a Conditional Use Permit to allow the perspective owner to construct a carwash located on School Rd North. Chairman Craig read correspondence from DuWayne Peterson, 1230 Rolling Oaks Lane, objecting to the request. Mr. Buske, the perspective owner, commented on the proposal and presented site drawings and pictures explaining how the carwash will look and be placed on the site. Director of Engineering, John Rodeberg, noted that School Rd is a truck route designed for use by trucks and the property is zoned C-4. Mr. Buske state that this is not a traditional carwash since all cleaning on cars can be done inside. There was discussion on the exit and safety of the exit and lighting. Mr. Paul Betker, 410 School Rd N., voiced his concern and objection to the proposal because of increased traffic on School Rd N. Councilman Don Erickson presented background on the use planned for the area as more high density. He stated the parcel has always been C-4 and the residential owners knew about the zoning. Councilman Marlin Torgerson commented on the traffic and the bus stop. Larry Sorenson, property owner, stated the property has been commercial for many years and commercial zoning does create a traffic increase. 4 Z4 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 5/21/91 Ms. Lorraine Schmeling, 1200 Rolling Oaks LN, stated she is in favor of the carwash. She commented on the property now being an eyesore and she would not be in favor of more apartments or a fast food restaurant which would be permitted in a C-4. Director of Engineering Rodeberg commented on the access width. Chairman Craig read the permitted uses in C-4 as the present zoning ordinance states. City Administrator Plotz read the recommendations from staff on May 17, 1991. Mr. Ebent moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Lyke the hearing closed at 8140 p.m. Mr. Ebent moved to recommend approval subject to staff recommendations of May 17, 1991. Seconded by Mr. Lyke the motion carried unanimously. Mr. Ebent moved a utility easement is to be vacated between the lots that the building is placed on, seconded by Mr. Dobratz the motion carried unanimously. (h) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY WESLEY BRUNS FOR FENCE LOCATED AT 800 COLORADO Chairman Craig opened the hearing at 8:44 p.m. with the reading of publication #4241 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, May 9, 1991. The request is for the purpose of considering a Conditional Use Permit to allow the owner to construct a 6' high fence to within 10' of Colorado Cr. Mr. Steve Wadsworth, All Seasons, explained the style of fence proposed and landscaping possibilities to shield the lights from 8th Ave. City Administrator Plotz commented on the proposal and staff recommendations. Staff concerns were of maintaining the fence. Mr. Wadsworth explained that for privacy and appearance berming is not a viable possibility. Mr. Ebent moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Lyke the hearing closed at 8:58 p.m. Mr. Ebent moved to recommend denial for a 6' fence but would suggest approval of less than 6' that would serve the purpose to shield lighting. Seconded by Mr. Dobratz the motion carried unanimously. 5 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 5/21/91 There being no quorum the hearings and meeting will be continued to Thursday, May 23, 1991, at 8:00 p.m. in the council chambers. The meeting continued at 8:10 p.m. on May 23, 1991 with the following members present: Chairman Craig, Craig Lenz, Dean Wood, ElRoy Dobratz, Roland Ebent and Clint Gruett. Absent: Tom Lyke. Also present: City Administrator Gary Plotz and Director of Engineering John Rodeberg. (i) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY MARK BRUNS FOR FENCE LOCATED AT 380 CONNECTICUT Chairman Craig opened the hearing at 8:10 p.m. with the reading of publication #4242 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, May 9, 1991. The request is for the purpose of considering a Conditional Use Permit to allow the owner to construct a 6' high fence to within 10' of Westwood Rd located at 380 Connecticut. City Administrator Plotz explained the request and the setback from the street. Mr. Steve Wadsworth, All Seasons, showed a drawing of, the fence and explained the purpose of the request. Discussion followed on the traffic on Connecticut and Director of Engineering Rodeberg stated traffic on Connecticut St. has been redirected. Mr. Lenz moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Wood the hearing closed at 8:17 p.m. Mr. Lenz moved to recommend denial of the 6' fence but approve 30" in the center and about 36" at the posts staying 12' from the curb with the fence. Seconded by Mr. Wood the motion carried unanimously. 4. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY PLAT OF "LYNN VIEW SUBDIVISION" SUBMITTED BY PETE KASAL (2 MILE RADIUS) HUTCHINSON TOWNSHIP City Administrator Plotz explained the staff discussion of septic tanks and wells on the property. Staff has no recommendation siting the property is outside the proposed Urban Boundary District. Mr. Lenz moved to pass on to City Council with no recommendation. This is a county issue outside the 6 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 5/21/91 proposed Urban Boundary District, seconded by Mr. Gruett and motion carried unanimously. (b) CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY PLAT OF "LBK ACRES" SUBMITTED BY ARTHUR KROEGER (2 MILE RADIUS) HUTCHINSON TOWNSHIP City Administrator Plotz commented on staff recommendation of the plat as it sits from Hwy 15. Director of Engineering Rodeberg stated the growth is slow on the north side of the city and 130' setback is sufficient. Mr. Ebent moved to recommend approval noting the county is to address the septic and well issues, seconded by Mr. Dobratz and motion carried unanimously. (c) CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY PLAT OF HOUK'S SECOND SUBDIVISION SUBMITTED BY GALEN HOUK (2 MILE RADIUS) HUTCHINSON TOWNSHIP City Administrator Plotz commented on the staff recommendation of 150' setback due to the possibility of a future frontage road. Ms. Pam Houk explained the use of the land as commercial and they are working with the county. Discussion followed on the access easement of the approach for lots 2 & 3 being off the same access. Ms. Houk explained that outlot A is not accessible and not saleable unless sold with adjoining property. Mr. Ebent moved to recommend approval subject to staff recommendation of addressing access easements to lots 2 & 3 to legally provide access to the lots, seconded by Mr. Lenz and motion carried unanimously. (d) CONSIDERATION OF LOT SPLIT REQUESTED BY ROBERT SANDSTEDE AND FRED KOTTEN ON 5TH AVE NW City Administrator Plotz commented on the approval of staff and the recommendation to verify easements and water and sewer hookup charges. Mr. Rodeberg commented on the drainage of the lots to the North. Mr. Sandstede explained the ownership of the lots. 7 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 5/21/91 Discussion followed on the placement of the houses and the setbacks will be met. Mr. Ebent moved to recommend approval subject to verifying the easements, setbacks and water and sewer hookups, seconded by Mr. Wood the motion carried unanimously. (e) CONSIDERATION OF SKETCH PLAN SUBMITTED BY CRAIG WHITE, (2 MILE RADIUS) HASSAN VALLEY TOWNSHIP Director of Engineering Rodeberg commented on the State proposal in that area for Trunk Hwy 22 possibly in 1997. Because of that development he suggested a minimum of 150' setback to allow for an access road. Mr. Rodeberg also stated lot 1, if split in the future, should be split only into 2 lots. The planning commission made no recommendation but suggested a 150' minimum setback. (f) REVIEW SITE PLAN ON SHOPKO City Administrator Plotz presented a site plan of the ShopKo site. There was discussion on the flood way and emergency plan. Mr. Rodeberg commented on the accesses and visibility. Mr. Plotz stated the Planning Commission will act on a one lot plat and conditional use permit at the July meeting. 5. OLD BUSINESS (a) ZONING ORDINANCE UPDATE City Administrator Plotz stated the Zoning Ordinance and comments have been sent to Bill Weber and we are waiting to hear from his. (b) COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF Mr. Rodeberg commented on the site plan from the School District and the proposed 28' % 60' building will be 130' from the road. The back of the building will line up with the front of West Elem. There was also discussion on the Hornick property. 8 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 5/21/91 6. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 9:25 p.m.