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09-19-1989 PCM cMINUTES HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, September 19, 1989 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Bill Criag at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Roland Ebent, Clint Gruett, E1Roy Dobratz, Marlin Torgerson, Larry Romo, Tom Lyke and Chairman Craig. Members absent: None Also present: Building Official Jim Marka and Consulting Engineer Marlow Priebe. 2. MINUTES Mr. Romo made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting dated Tuesday, August 15, 1989. Seconded by Mr. Dobratz the motion carried unanimously. 3. PRESENTATION (a) FINAL PRESENTATION OF COMPREHENSIVE MAP PRESENTED BY BILL WEBER Mr. Weber commented on issues to focus on in the presentation. Land Use Map - He explained how the map was compiled and stated the Planning Commission would use this section the most in making planning decisions. Mr. Weber also commented on the population forcast and the sewer issues North of Hwy 7. The density districts are shown as Single family, Attached Housing and Mid or High Residential. Park locations are shown and new parks are planned. Commercial expansion would be suggested South Hwy 15, North Hwy 15 and along Hwy 7. Major Industrial growth would be around Hutch Technology. The Comprehensive plan suggests developing the land North of Hwy 7 as a business park to include office and light industry and the land South of Hwy 7 for heavy industry and light industry. Mr. Weber suggested two different industrial areas to keep the distiction clear. Mr. Weber stated that ammendments to the Zoning Ordinance will reflect policies in the Comprehensive Plan. Street System Plan - The basic streets indicated were, Principle arterials, Minor arterials, Collectors and Local streets (not meant to carry traffic through the neighborhoods). Mr. Weber explained the changes in the ring route and the input from the county. Building Official Marka commented on the state -aid funding available as the county has proposed the route. Mr. Weber commented on the collector streets south of the Vocational school. Discussion followed on the ring road concept and its effect on the businesses. Collector streets will aid in 1 HUTCHINSON PLANNI14G COMMISSION MINUTES 9/19/89 4. the traffic system. Consulting Engineer Marlow Priebe explained the road system is an ongoing, long process. Mr. Weber stated that the Planning Commission give careful consideration when reviewing plats within the 2 mile radius. The Planning Commission should be aware of getting adequate right of way for collectors. Collector streets are planned streets at the time of platting. Collectors are placed every 1/2 mile and Locals every 300' to 600'. Building Official Marka suggested the Planning Commission looking at the larger development instead of coming with so many small plats. Major points emphasized by Mr. Weber included: Sanitary Sewer Plan - The City should look at providing larger capacity in the North section of the City for expansion. Surface Water Plan - Mr. Weber suggests further engineering study for ponds and to calculate runoff into sewer system. Parks Plan - The location for new parks should be according to land use plan. Parks along the river would be flood protection areas. Mr. Weber commented on the City's aquisition of parkland and suggested the city identify the parks and then buy the land ahead of time. The Public Hearing for the Comprehensive Plan will be set for Tuesday, October 17, 1989, at 7:30 p.m. OLD BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF ANNEXATION OF TRACT IN SECTION 1, LYNN TOWNSHIP OFF OF SCHOOL RD. Mr. Ron Hansen commented on the land use of the property remaining a gravel business. He also voiced concern on any future assessments being placed on his property with the development of the Wagner Plat to the North. Consulting Engineer Priebe stated there would be no assessments to the Hansens caused by the Wagner Plat. The future assessments would be caused by development of the land by the owner himself. Building Official Marka recommended the Hansen's work with Mr. Priebe and the City Council on the assessment issue. Mr. Torgerson made a motion to begin annexation proceedings and to include the road right-of-way which is the South 1/2 of South Grade Rd from Dale St. to approximately 1/4 mile West of School Rd. Seconded by Mr. Romo the motion carried unanimously. (b) CONTINUATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY LANCE HEATON FOR A BED AND BREAKFAST INN AT 231 ADAMS WITHDRAWN HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 9/9/89 (c) CONSIDERATION OF REZONING FROM R-2 TO C-2 PROPERTY ON ADAMS ST REQUESTED BY CITY STAFF WITHDRAWN 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS (a) (b) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY 3M CO. Chairman Craig opened the hearing at 8:40 p.m. with the reading of publication #4033 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, September 7, 1989. The request is for the purpose of considering a Conditional Use Permit requested by 3M Co. to allow thim to construct a Thermal Oxidizer and Electrical Substation within the 100 year Flood plain Boundry of the south fork of the Crow River located at the 3M Company on Hwy 22 South. Mr. Frank Mott, 3M Hutchinson and Mr. Pat McGrann, Civil Engineer, 3M St. Paul, were present to represent 3M Co. and comment on the conditional use permit application. Mr. McGrann explained the request for the two buildings proposed. 1. Thermal Oxidizer Plant is an air emission control plant. There will be no solvents or pollutants present. The units will not be tall but the bridge of ductwork will be 60' in height. 2. The Electrical Substation will work in conjuction with Hutch Utilities for electricity to the S.E. quadrant of the City. Building Official Marka commented on the telephone conversation he had with the DNR hydrologist and explained the concerns of the DNR. Mr. Skip Wright requested a hydrolic analysis for the substation encroachment and for the thermal oxidizer 3M is to obtain a floodway encroachment permit from the DNR. Mr. McGrann stated the 3M Co. will work with the DNR Hyrologist. Mr. McGrann stated there is a December 1, 1989, beginning date for the foundations and the 3M standards for this type of building is higher than PCA requirements at the present time. Mr. Romo moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Torgerson the hearing closed at 8:55 p.m. Mr. Gruett and Mr. Dobratz asked to abstain from voting. Mr. Ebent made a motion to recommend approval of the request for the buildings and equipment. Seconded by Mr. Torgerson the motion carried unanimously among those voting. CONSIDERATION OF ADDITION TO ZONING ORDINANCE REGARDING BED AND BREAKFAST ESTABLISHMENTS Chairman Craig opened the hearing at 8:56 p.m. with the reading of publication #4034 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, September 7, 1989. The request is for the consideration of an addition to the Zoning Ordinance #464, Section 8.03, Conditional Permitted Uses, for a Bed and Breakfast Ordinance. Ms. Linda Heaton commented on the Ordinance being fair to anyone interested in opening a Bed and Breakfast Establishment. Building 3 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 9/9/89 Official Marka stated the proposed ordinance was reviewed and written by City Attorney Barry Anderson. Discussion followed on paragraph #12 limiting the number of establishments in the City to three. It was the consensus of the Commission that paragraph #10 was somewhat unclear pertaining to the limiting number of guests at one seating and how the ordinance would be enforced. Each establishment should apply for an individual permit according to capacity. The Commission directed that City Attorney Anderson rewrite the paragraph to clarify the meaning. Mr. Ebent moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Torgerson the hearing closed at 9:10 p.m. Mr. Torgerson made a motion to recommend approval to City Council subject to the following suggested changes: Paragraph 1 and 2 - omit the word residential Paragraph 10 - possibly change the wording to state that the City Council may issue a one time permit per establishment at its sole discretion for the provision of meals... Paragraph 12 - there was discussion on limiting the number of Bed and Breakfast Establishments in the City of Hutchinson, the consensus was that there should be no limitation. Seconded by Mr. Gruett the motion carried unanimously. 6. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF ENCROACHMENT FRANCHISE AGREEMENTS Building Official Marka commented on staff recommendation to have City Attorney Anderson draft an encroachment franchise form. Mr. Torgerson moved to recommend that City Attorney Barry Anderson draft an encroachment franchise form and that City Staff handle the administration of up to 12" encroachments for projects funded by downtown grant money. Seconded by Mr. Romo the motion carried unanimously. (b) CONSIDERATION OF EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY CARLIE KARG Mr. Torgerson made a motion to recommed approval to City Council, seconded by Mr. Dobratz the motion carried unanimously. (c) CONSIDERATION OF FINAL PLAT OF HELLAND'S 9TH ADDITION Mr. Torgerson made a motion to recommend approval to City Council, seconded by Mr. Dobratz the motion carried unanimously. (d) CONSIDERATION OF FINAL PLAT OF MILLER TOWNHOUSE FIFTH ADDITION Consulting Engineer Priebe explained the layout of the PUD and commented on the phases in this overall project. Mr. Romo made a motion to recommend approval to City Council, seconded .19 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 9/9/89 by Mr. Torgerson the motion carried unanimously. NOTE: Planning Staff recommends prior to approval the City will collect parkland contribution for 2 lots and recertification of finished floor elevation because of the flood fringe location. 7. ADJOURNMENT There being no futher business the meeting was adjourned at 9:25 p.m. F1