02-21-1995 PCM cMINUTES
HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, February 21, 1995
1. CALL TO ORDER 5:30 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Vice Chairman Dean Wood at 5:30 p.m. with the
following members present: Glenn Matejka, Roger Gilmer, April Brandt and Vice Chairman
Wood. Members Absent: Bill Craig, Craig Lenz and Chairman Clint Gruett. Also Present:
Planning Coordinator Brenda Ewing, Building Oficial Jim Marka and City Attorney Barry
Anderson.
2. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DATED JANUARY 17,
1995
Mr. Matejka made a motion to approve the minutes dated January 17, 1995, seconded by Mr.
Gilmer the motion carried unanimously.
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a) CONSIDERATION TO REZONE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 215 - 4TH AVE
N.E.(VALLEY VISTA APARTMENTS) FROM R-3 TO R-4 REQUESTED BY
HOMER WASS
Vice Chairman Wood opened the hearing at 5:31 p.m. with the reading of publication
#4764 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, February 9, 1995. The
request is for the purpose of considering to rezone property located at 215 - 4th Ave.
N.E. (Valley Vista Apartments) from R-3 (Multiple Family Residence District) to R-
4 (Multiple Family Residence District - higher density).
Planning Coordinator Brenda Ewing explained the request and the change of
ordinance requiring the R-4 zone for apartments. She commented there may be rehab
to upgrade the apartments.
Mr. Mike Lynch, representing the owner Homer Wass, stated the property was to be
properly zoned to receive loan consideration for the rehab of the building.
Mr. Gilmer moved to close the hearing, seconded by Ms. Brandt the hearing closed
at 5:39 p.m. Mr. Gilmer made a motion to recommend approval of the request to
City Council. Seconded by Mr. Matejka the motion carried unanimously.
b) CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF "WESTRIDGE
SHORES" SUBMITTED BY ROBERT COWGER
Vice Chairman Wood opened the hearing at 5:40 p.m. with the reading of publication
#4765 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, February 9, 1995. The
request is for the purpose of considering a preliminary and final plat submitted by
Mr. Robert Cowger to be known as "Westridge Shores" located on Ulm Ave. west
of Otter Lake.
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Planning Coordinator Brenda Ewing commented on the request and staff
recommendations. Building Official Jim Marka explained the unlooped water line
will require the city to flow the hydrants more often to flush out stagnant water in the
line. Ms. Ewing stated the county recorder required the name be change from
Willow Ridge because of other plats with that name in the county. Parkland
dedication was discussed by staff. The 100 year flood is compliant and there will
be an $800 per unit electrical service charge.
Discussion followed on the number of lots proposed. Mr. Marka explained the
infrastructure will be placed on one side of Ulm Ave. There was discussion of the
turn around for fire protection to the area.
Vice Chairman Wood read correspondence from the County Recorder's Office and
the response from the Cowgers.
Mr. Matejka moved to close the hearing, seconded by Ms. Brandt the hearing closed
at 5:43 p.m. Mr. Matjeka made a motion to recommend approval of the preliminary
and final plat subject to staff recommendations. Seconded by Ms. Brandt the motion
carried unanimously.
C) CONSIDERATION TO REZONE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 902 HWY 15
SOUTH (NEXT TO WEST CENTRAL INDUSTRIES) FROM R-2 TO I/C FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF OFFICE AND SMALL RETAIL REQUESTED BY DAVID
BROLL
Vice Chairman Wood opened the hearing at 5:44 p.m. with the reading of publication
# 4766 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, February 9, 1995. The
request is for the purpose of considering to rezone property located at 902 Hwy 15
South (next to West Central Industries) from R-2 (Multiple Family Residence
District) to I/C (Industrial Commercial District) for construction of office and small
retail requested by Mr. David Broll.
Building Official Jim Marka commented on the informational meeting with the
neighboring property owners in the area. He stated storm drainage were the main
concerns by the neighbors. The neighboring property owners were in favor of
plantings and not berming. Mr. Marka commented on the use of the building and
staff recommendations.
Mr. David Broll, owner of the property, commented on the site plan and stated he
will contact the City Forester regarding the proper plantings.
Mr. Ken Serpio, I & S Engineers, Mankato, explained the drainage and run off and
possible catch basin placement according to elevation. He also commented on the
placement of the building and parking.
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Discussion followed on the access to the property. Mr. Marka stated the curb cut is
existing.
Discussion followed on the bookstore and other retail in the building. Building
Official Marka stated any change of use or addition to the building more than 320 sq.
ft. would require a conditional use permit.
Vice Chairman Wood read correspondence from adjacent property owner Mr. Dick
Jensen. Mr. Marka commented on the letter from Mr. Jensen and stated the City
Forester would work with Mr. Broll and Mr. Jensen regarding plantings.
Mr. Gilmer moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Matejka the hearing closed
at 6:06 p.m. Mr. Matejka made a motion to recommend approval of the request
subject to staff recommendations and satisfactory screening with plantings.
Seconded by Mr. Gilmer the motion carried unanimously.
d) CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE REGARDING
MANUFACTURED/MOBILE HOMES IN THE FLOOD PLAIN
Vice Chairman Wood opened the hearing at 6:08 p.m. with the reading of publication
# 4767 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, February 9, 1995. The
request is for the purpose of considering an amendment to Zoning Ordinance 464,
Section 8.18.8, regarding manufactured/mobile homes in the flood plain.
Planning Coordinator Brenda Ewing explained the history of the request. Building
Official Jim Marka stated McDonald's mobile home park is the only mobile home
park affected by the ordinance change and he has contacted Mr. McDonald to explain
the requirements. Ms. Ewing stated the language would apply to placement of new
homes only.
Ms. Brandt moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Gilmer the hearing closed
at 6:12 p.m. Ms. Brandt made a motion to approve the request based on staff
recommendations. Seconded by Mr. Gilmer the motion carried unanimously.
e) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO MOVE 32' X 64'
METAL SHED AND CONSTRUCT A 48'CABLE ROOF ADDITION LOCATED
AT STEARNSWOOD INC.
Vice Chairman Wood opened the hearing at 6:13 p.m. with the reading of publication
#4768 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, February 9, 1995. The
request is for the purpose of considering a conditional use permit to move a 32' x 64'
metal shed and construct a 48' gable roof addition located at Stearnswood, Inc.
Building Official Jim Marka commented on the request and the change since the first
request in July, 1993. He stated the location is the same as requested in 1993.
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Mr. Gilmer moved to close the hearing, seconded by Ms. Brandt the hearing closed
at 6:14 p.m. Mr. Gilmer made a motion to recommend approval of the request.
Seconded by Mr. Matejka the motion carried unanimously.
4. OLD BUSINESS
a) DISCUSSION OF ADDRESS ORDINANCE PROPOSAL
Building Official Jim Marka commented on the wording he has received from City
Attorney Barry Anderson.
b) DISCUSSION OF ADDRESSING ON ROBERTS ROAD DIRECTED TO
PLANNING COMMISSION FROM CITY COUNCIL
Building Official Jim Marka commented on the history of the request and stated the
changes would not take place until July 1 st.
Mr. Gilmer moved to table the discussion until all planning commission members are
present, seconded by Ms. Brandt the motion carried unanimously.
C) UPDATE ON ACOMA ORDERLY ANNEXATION
Building Official Jim Marka commented on the meeting with Acoma Township. He
also commented on the joint planning committee. Mr. Marka stated the Orderly
Annexation agreement was approved by the City Council and is not yet signed by
Acoma and Hutchinson Townships
City Attorney Barry Anderson commented on the joint planning committee and the
positive communication possibility with the city and townships. He stated this will
not eliminate orderly annexation.
Mr. Marka commented on correspondence to Mr. Fratzke regarding the annexation.
d) STATUS UPDATE OF COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Planning Coordinator Brenda Ewing stated the comprehensive plan has been
distributed to the various boards and committees for review and input is requested
by March 1 st.
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5. NEW BUSINESS
a) CONSIDERATION OF SKETCH PLAN "WOODVIEW ACRES PHASE IIP'
SUBMITTED BY SAM MONTGOMERY LOCATED IN SECTION 25, ACOMA
TWP, (2 MILE RADIUS)
Building Official Jim Marka stated the planning staff is not in favor of the request.
He explained there are many concerns regarding the perk tests and on-site septic
systems.
Mr. Matejka made a motion to reject the request and a letter sent to the county noting
staff concerns. Seconded by Mr. Gilmer the motion carried unanimously.
b) DISCUSSION OF SIMONSON LUMBER RELOCATION
Mr. Marka commented on the agreement with Simonson's Lumber and the preferred
Bluff St. design bridge.
C) DISCUSSION OF ERICKSON OIL CAR WASH ON HWY 7
Building Official Jim Marka commented on the request and stated a variance is
necessary.
A representative from Erickson Oil stated they will redesign the store for a carwash.
City Attorney Barry Anderson commented on the easement with Mr. Quade for the
driveway. Mr. Marka stated the request requires a variance since the driveway
crosses the property line. He also commented on the stacking of vehicles.
There was discussion on the turn radius in icy conditions and concerns with water
run-off unto Quade's property. City Attorney Anderson commented on the hardship
questions.
d) DISCUSSION OF BUILDING/ZONING/PLANNING SURVEY
Jim Marka commented on the survey coming from the City Wide Survey. A task
force was formed to create the survey which will go to building permit applicants and
applicants for Planning Commission public hearings.
6. COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
a) Student housing letter and drawing
Mr. Marka commented on the transfer of property from the School District to the city
for a hospital parking lot.
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b) Water Retention Guidelines
This is " for your information" in regard to the Compton - Anderson house on School
Road.
C) H.A.T.S. facility
Jim Marka stated the City Council recommended the zone change on the property be
R-2 not C as the Planning Commission had recommended.
d) Year end report - Building/Pjanning/Zoning
Mr. Marka commented on the year end report noting there are 226 residential
buildable lots and 512 acres have been annexed this year.
7. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.
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