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10-18-1994 PCM cMINUTES HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, October 18, 1994 1. CALL TO ORDER 5:30 P.M. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Clint Gruett at 5:30 p.m. with the following members present: Glenn Matejka, Roger Gilmer, Bill Craig and Chairman Gruett. Members Absent: Craig Lenz, April Brandt and Dean Wood. Also present: Jim Marka, Building Official, Brenda Ewing, Planning Coordinator and G. Barry Anderson, City Attorney. 2. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DATED SEPTEMBER 20, 1994 Mr. Matejka made a motion to approve the minutes dated September 20, 1994, seconded by Mr. Gilmer the motion carried unanimously. 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS a) CONSIDERATION OF ANNEXATION OF 10 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON HWY 7 E. REQUESTED BY LARRY FRASER, CENTURY 21 G�? Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 5:32 p.m. with the reading of publication #4722 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, October 6, 1994. the request is for the purpose of considering a petition of annexation requested by Mr. Robert Barwick, to annex 10.75 acres located on Hwy 7 East. Mr. Larry Fraser, Century 21, representing Mr. Barwick, commented on the location of the annexation for the purpose of constructing a 46 unit AmericInn motel on the property. He stated next month he will be asking to rezone the, property to C-4. Planning Coordinator Brenda Ewing explained the annexation laws and the lengthening of the process. Discussion followed on the location of the city boundary. Building Official Jim Marka stated the request complies with the comprehensive plan and the land use is appropriate. He explained the infrastructure will be handled at the city council level. City Attorney G. Barry Anderson commented on the governmental process. He stated the developer will be proceeding with the soil testing at their own risk until November 10, 1994, the date the State Municipal Board will act on the request. HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 10/18/94 Mr. Craig moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Matejka the hearing closed at 5:45 p.m. Mr. Craig made a motion to recommend approval of the annexation. Seconded by Mr. Gilmer the motion carried unanimously. b) CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY MCLEOD COUNTY TREATMENT CENTER FOR ADDITION TO GROUP HOME ON FRANKLIN AVE. Building Official Jim Marka stated the item was withdrawn as the addition will be constructed to meet the codes. c) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY MCLEOD COUNTY TREATMENT CENTER/BETHANY BAPTIST CHURCH TO PLACE GROUP HOME IN R-2 DISTRICT Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 5:46 p.m. with the reading of publication # 4723 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, October 6, 1994. The request is for the purpose of considering a conditional use permit requested by McLeod County Treatment Inc.Bethany Baptist Church to change use of building located at 800 Grove Street. Mr. Tom Price, consultant and therapist for the Treatment Program, explained the use of the proposed shelter home for McLeod County children ages 6-16 years old. He stated the shelter is licensed by the Dept. of Human Services and explained the length of stay is short term of 3 to 60 days. The children are referred to the shelter by a social worker for a safe place to stay. Mr. Price explained they want to work with the neighbors as a good neighbor. Mr. Steve Fitzloff, 820 Grove St., commented on the handout "Shelter Home Information" and voiced his concern with the use of the facility regarding the individuals placed there to live. He is concerned for his family. Mr. Fitzloff also stated he contacted the police department and received information on the number of calls they make to the other group homes. Mr. Dick Jensen, 216 Linden Ave., also shared concerns about the proposed use and how that would possibly affect his family and the neighborhood. His other concern was of the resale of surrounding property and how this use would affect the values of the neighboring homes. Building Official Jim Marka commented on the licensing of the facility and the zoning requirements according to state law. 0A HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 10/18/94 Discussion followed on the increasing need for this type of facility and the land use. Ms. Jill Kloeckel, Director of McLeod County Treatment Center, stated the home e V will be for children placed by the Dept. of Human R�es�'et`�ses not the Dept. of Corrections as is the case in the other group homes in Hutchinson. She explained the children placed in this shelter are abused or need a safe place to live outside of their homes. This is a transition step to a foster home. Mr. Warren Sytsma, property owner in the area, had concerns with the facility developing into more than the shelter being explained tonight. Mr. Price explained the focus is on children only. He stated any other use would be by another conditional use permit request. Mr. Price also addressed the police calls explaining they were, for the most part, tussels between residents themselves. The supervision is 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. He stated the children are never unsupervised inside or outside and the children are from the Hutchinson/McLeod County area not the Twin Cities area. Ms. Deb Fitzloff, 820 Grove Street, expressed concerns with the information on the letter and asked for corrected information. Mr. Grant Knutson, Chairman of the McLeod County Treatment Center board, suggested he set up an informational meeting with neighboring property owners and postpone the public hearing to November. Mr. Ray Otte, 875 Lynn Rd., commented on concerns of the land use and the site plan if changes are made. Ms. Mary Burger, neighboring property owner, presented a list of questions the neighbors would like addressed. Mr. Craig made a motion to continue the hearing to November after an informational meeting is held which is to be coordinated by Grant Knutson and Steve Fitzloff. Seconded by Mr. Matejka the motion carried unanimously. HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 10/18/94 d) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY RICHARD DESENS TO CONSTRUCT A 6700 SQ. FT. ADDITION TO NEW DIMENSION PLATING Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 6:30 p.m. with the reading of publication #4724 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, October 6, 1994. The request is for the purpose of considering a conditional use permit submitted by Mr. Richard Desens for a 6700 sq. ft. addition to New Dimension Plating for manufacturing space. Mr. Desens, New Dimension Plating, commented on the addition and the timeline he has set. Building Official Jim Marka stated the right of way is to be dedicated and the easements to the west of the property are to be coordinated. He stated the land use is appropriate in the I-1 district. Mr. Gilmer moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Craig the hearing closed at 6:40 p.m. Mr. Gilmer made a motion to recommend approval of the request subject to the staff recommendations also including the dedication of right of way and granting the necessary easements. Seconded by Mr. Matejka the motion carried unanimously. e) CONSIDERATION OF PETITION TO VACATE EASEMENTS ON LOTS IN ISLAND VIEW HEIGHTS PLAT REQUESTED BY DR. H. CHRIS REMUCAL AND DR. MICHAEL MERCK Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 6:41 p.m with the reading of publication #4725 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, October 6, 1994, and Tuesday, October 11, 1994. The request is for the purpose of considering a petition to vacate easements on lots in Island View Heights plat as requested by Dr. H. Chris Remucal and Dr. Michael Merck. Planning Coordinator Brenda Ewing explained the request and stated the city staff has no objection to the request. Mr. Craig moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Gilmer the hearing closed at 6:45 p.m. Mr. Craig made a motion to recommend approval of the vacation of easements. Seconded by Mr. Gilmer the motion carried unanimously. 4 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 10/18/94 CONSIDERATION OF LOT SPLIT IN ISLAND VIEW HEIGHTS PLAT REQUESTED BY DR. H. CHRIS REMUCAL AND DR. MICHAEL MERCK Mr. Craig made a motion to recommend approval of the lot split, seconded by Mr. Matejka the motion carried unanimously. f) CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION 10.08 REGULATING ANTENNA HEIGHT Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 6:47 p.m. with the reading of publication #4726 as published the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, October 6, 1994. The request is for the purpose of considering an amendment to the zoning ordinance Section 10.08 regulating antenna height. Building Official Marka commented on the most recent language and the attempt by staff to permit antennas. He stated City Attorney Barry Anderson is comfortable with the language. Mr. Doug Brown stated he is comfortable with the wording as presented. Mr. Doug Hedin stated he also approves of the language. Mr. Craig made a motion to continue the hearing until the commission can review the language in ordinance form. Seconded by Mr. Matejka the motion carried unanimously. g) CONSIDERATION OF VACATION OF UTILITY EASEMENTS AND DRIVEWAY EASEMENTS ON PROPERTY LOCATED ON HWY 15 AND NORTH HIGH DRIVE FOR PROPOSED CONVENIENCE STORE Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 6:55 p.m. with the reading of publication #4727 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, October 6, 1994, and Tuesday, October 11, 1994. The request is for the purpose of considering a petition to vacate easements on property located on the corner of Hwy 15 N and North High Dr., 1201 Main St N., for construction of convenience store. Building Official Jim Marka commented on the request as advertized and explained the driveway access easement is a private easement. He explained the utility and drainage easement can be acted on by the planning commission. Mr. Marka stated the site plan meets the parking requirements and the buffering requirements. 5 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 10/18/94 Mr. Nordy Nelson, neighboring property owner, questioned the drainage to the south. Mr. Marka explained there will be on site ponding and restrictive flow running through the ditch. The city will provide Mr. Nelson with the engineering calculations. Mr. Craig moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Matejka the hearing closed at 7:01 p.m. Mr. Craig made a motion to recommend approval of the vacation of utility and drainage easement. Seconded by Mr. Matejka the motion carried unanimously. h) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY RICE BUILDING SYSTEMS INC. FOR CONSTRUCTION OF CARWASH LOCATED AT 1016HWY15S. Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 7:02 p.m. with the reading of publication 44729 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, October 6, 1994. The request is for the purpose of considering a conditional use permit requested by Mr. John Rice, Rice Building Systems, for the construction of a carwash to be located at 1016 Hwy 15 S. Mr. John Rice, Rice Building Systems, commented on the proposal and location of the carwash. Planning Coordinator Brenda Ewing explained the convenience store is permitted, in the C-4 district. The hearing is for the carwash proposed. Building Official Jim Marka stated the developer has obtained professional services for this development. He commented on the drainage restrictions and the traffic flow. Mr. Craig moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Gilmer the hearing closed at 7:09 p.m. Mr. Craig made a motion to recommend approval of the request subject to meeting staff recommendations. Seconded by Mr. Gilmer the motion carried unanimously. 4. OLD BUSINESS NONE 2 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 10/18/94 5. NEW BUSINESS a) CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION TO CHANGE STREET NAMES IN FAIRWAY ESTATES PLAT Planning Coordinator Ewing explained the request by staff to change the street names in the Fairway Estates plat. Building Official Marka stated the developer is aware of the over site. Mr. Craig made a motion to approve the request, seconded by Mr. Matejka the motion carried unanimously. b) DISCUSSION TO CHANGE STREET NAME FROM ROBERTS ROAD SOUTH TO TERRACE DR S.W. AND IN PARKSIDE 2ND ADDITION FOR BARLEY LANE TO BARLEY STREET S.W. Planning Coordinator Brenda Ewing commented on the need to change the street name and the E911 emergency services clarification. She explained the new grid system for street numbering. Building Official Jim Marka stated Roberts Rd runs both east/west and north/south. He commented as the property to the south is developed there will be problems with the numbering. Discussion followed on the emergency services request. Mr. Jerry Jones, 610 Roberts Rd., voiced concerns with the change and stated he asked the police department if they had a problem finding residents in that area. Mr. Jones stated this would be his fourth address change which creates an huge inconvenience for the homeowners involved. Mr. Dean Hueber, 620 Roberts Rd., commented on the resident's concerns and presented a petition signed by the affected homeowners. Mr. Marka commented on the quadrants in the city and the extension of the road. Discussion followed on the appropriate place to begin the change. Staff was directed to meet with the property owners present and list pros and cons. Mr. Matejka moved to refer the matter to staff, seconded by Mr. Gilmer the motion carried unanimously. 7 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 10/18/94 Ms. Ewing pointed out the request for another name change in Parkside 2nd Addition from Barley Lane to Barley St. S.W. Mr. Matejka moved to approve the change, seconded by Mr. Craig the motion carried unanimously. c) DISCUSSION OF AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE CHANGING RIGHT OF WAY SETBACK REQUIREMENTS IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS Planning Coordinator Brenda Ewing commented on the request to change setback requirements in the residential districts. She reviewed a list of pros and cons as compiled by staff. Discussion followed on street width and the planning of developments. The consensus of the planning commission is to direct staff to discuss the request further and possibly contact the assessor regarding tax questions. d) DISCUSSION OF AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION 8.08 REGARDING OVERCROWDING OF DWELLINGS Building Official Jim Marka explained the process and research staff used to amend the ordinance. Discussion followed on the review of mobile home parks regularly. It is the consensus of the planning commission to pursue the ordinanoe and request a legal opinion. e) DISCUSSION OF ANNEXATION REQUESTED BY DAN COWGER IN LYNN TWP. Ms. Ewing commented on the request to annex property in Lynn Twp. and the fact there will be a public hearing for this annexation in November. She stated planning staff recommends the property to the west also be developed thus aligning the road from the Island View Heights plat to make one intersection at Ulm Ave. Mr. Marka state the Cowgers are interested in city commitment to provide services. f) DISCUSSION OF URBAN BOUNDARY MAP IN ACOMA TWP. Planning Coordinator Brenda Ewing explained there will be discussion with Acoma Twp. residents at the November meeting regarding the urban boundary map and the 200 plus acres requested for annexation by staff. Building Official Jim Marka commented on the orderly annexation process changes since the previous meeting with Acoma Twp. officials. 8 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 10/18/94 g) DISCUSSION OF SURVEY REGARDING F.E.M.A. MITIGATION OF NATURAL DISASTER Jim Marka commented on the survey information for flood plain management. h) COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF Mr. Marka commented on an informative meeting on the Hwy 7 corridor to be promoted by H.C.D.C. Mr. Marka commented a revision to the municipal code regarding the demolition ordinance. 6. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. E