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09-20-1994 PCM c1. 3. MINUTES HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, September 20, 1994 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: April Brandt, Glenn Matejka, Roger Gilmer, Bill Craig, Dean Wood and Chairman Gruett. Member Absent: Craig Lenz. Also present: John Rodeberg, Director of Engineering, Jim Marka, Building Official, Brenda Ewing, Planning Coordinator and G. Barry Anderson, City Attorney. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DATED AUGUST 16, 1994 Mr. Matejka made a motion to approve the minutes dated August 16, 1994, with the revised page three, seconded by Mr. Craig the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARINGS a) CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION 10.08, REGULATING ANTENNA/TOWER HEIGHT Chairman Gruett reopened the hearing at 5:31 p.m. with the reading of publication #4681 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, June 9, 1994. The request is for the purpose of considering an amendment to Zoning Ordinance #464 requested by city staff for an amendment to Section 10.08 (3) changing requirement for antenna height to 50' maximum. Building Official Jim Marka explained the staff review and recommendation to re -advertise changing the language to model after the Arden Hills ordinance. Mr. Roger Vacek, Crow River Amateur Radio Club, Inc., commented on the document Mr. Doug Brown prepared as possible language. Discussion followed on permitting antennas. City Attorney G. Barry Anderson explained the city can adopt an ordinance that is in compliance with the F.A.A. requirements and can not be prohibitive for radio users. The draft language should be reviewed by Owl Engineering for cable T.V. purposes. Jim Marka stated the Uniform Building Code will address the structural design. Mr. Doug Hedin commented on the airport zoning in Hutchinson and he explained the change in technology. HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 9/20/94 Mr. Matejka made a motion to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Gilmer the hearing closed at 5:50 p.m. Mr. Matejka made a motion deny this request and directed staff to bring back another language recommendation. Seconded by Mr. Gilmer the motion carried unanimously. b) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY ED HAMRE, TRY -CYCLE INC., TO MOVE A RECYCLING BUSINESS IN THE LENNEMAN BEVERAGE BUILDING ON MICHIGAN AVE., I-1 DISTRICT Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 5:51 p.m. with the reading of publication #4713 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, September 8, 1994. The request is for the purpose of considering a request for a conditional use permit to permit a recyclable collection center to be located at 10 Michigan Street in the I-1 (Light Industrial) District requested by Mr. Ed Hamre, Try -Cycle Inc. Building Official Jim Marka commented on the staff recommendations explaining the permit is for recyclables, not scrap metal yard. Planning Coordinator Brenda Ewing visited the operation in Golden Valley and presented pictures of the operation to the planning commission. Mr. Marka stated the conditional use permit is for within the building only. Outside stockpiling and handling hazardous material is not permitted. Mr. Ed Hamre, Try -Cycle Inc., explained the operation will be for warehousing of recyclable materials such as cardboard, glass, aluminum and metal cans, shrink wrap, office paper, etc. He stated there would be commercial pick up provided in Hutchinson. Mr. Hamre stated the company wants to be a good neighbor in the community. Ms. Brandt questioned the letter in the packet which included batteries, tires and oil filters. Jim Marka explained handling of batteries would require a special permit. Mr. Marka also again stated no open product is to be stored outside the building and any bunker type storage must be placed in the rear of the building. Mr. Ernie Miller, owner of Try -Cycle Inc., explained this is only a collection point of recyclable materials and not hazardous materials. He stated this will help businesses in the city to recycle cardboard, etc. Discussion followed on the need in Hutchinson for this type of business. 2 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 9/20/94 Mr. Jim DeMeyer, commented on the office portion of the property with he leases and had concerns with the entire property being included in the request for a recycling business. Mr. Tom Lenneman, owner of the property, stated the contractual agreement will resolve Mr. DeMeyer's concerns. Mr. Dean Limoges, Morningside Development Company, commented on his concerns with signage on the property. Building Official Jim Marka stated the signage will be compliant with the ordinance. Mr. Ken Santelman, neighboring property owner, commented on the fact this is an appropriate use of the property and is in support of the business. Mr. Craig moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Wood the hearing closed at 6:25 p.m. Mr. Craig made a motion to recommend approval of the request subject to staff recommendations of September 8, 1994, stating the lease requirements are to be worked out by the owner and the lessee. Seconded by Mr. Wood the motion carried unanimously. C) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY INTEGRATED INGREDIENTS (PURE CULTURE PRODUCTS) TO CONSTRUCT A 20,000 GALLON STORAGE SILO IN THE FLOOD FRINGE Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 6:26 p.m. with the reading of publication #4714 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, September 8, 1994. The request is for the purpose of considering a request by Mr. Tim Smith, Integrated Ingredients, for a conditional use permit to construct a 20,000 gallon storage silo in the I/C (Industrial/Commercial) District and in the flood fringe located at 35 Adams Street. Building Official Jim Marka commented on the request and the design of the storage silo. Mr. Tim Smith, Integrated Ingredients, commented on the business and the 5 year plan for the business. He stated the silo is a part of the equipment expansion plan for the business. Mr. Smith commented on the construction of the silo and the product to be stored in the silo. Mr. Marka stated the structural engineer has signed off on the project. 3 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 9/20/94 Mr. Matejka made a motion to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Gilmer the hearing closed at 6:40 p.m. Mr. Matejka made a motion to recommend approval of the request with staff recommendations. Seconded by Mr. Wood the motion carried unanimously. d) CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE SECTIONS 8.04, 8.05 8.06 AND 10.03 REGARDING GARAGES IN THE RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 6:41 p.m. with the reading of publication #4715 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, September 8, 1994. The request is for the purpose of considering an amendment to Zoning Ordinance #464 requested by city staff for an amendment to Sections 8.04, 8.05 8.06 and 10.03 stating "All new home construction in Residential districts will have an attached or detached garage with a minimum of 400 square feet." Building Official Marka commented on the history of the request and explained the staff recommendation to conditionally permit requests for no garages or garages less than 400 sq. ft. He commented on correspondence from Jean Ward, HRA Director and Jerry Hurle of rmHA. Mr. Marka also explained most developers are already requiring 400 sq. ft. garages. There was much discussion on the advantages and disadvantages of the ordinance change. Mr. Larry Fraser, Century 21, explained FmHA funding does not always increase the payment in this case. Discussion followed on the FmHA funding requirements Mr. Wood moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Gilmer the hearing closed at 6:55 p.m. Mr. Wood made a motion to approve the amendment with the staff addition of a conditional use permit to deviate from the 400 sq. ft. garage. Seconded by Mr. Matejka the motion carried with Mr. Craig voting no. e) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY MCLEOD TREATMENT CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION OF 16' R 28' ADDITION TO GROUP HOME IN THE FLOOD FRINGE IN C-3 �j DISTRICT LOCATED AT 135 FRANKLIN ST. 4 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 9/20/94 Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 6:57 with the reading of publication #4716 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, September 8, 1994. The request is for the purpose of considering a conditional use permit requested by McLeod Treatment Center for construction of a 16' x 28' addition to group home located in the flood fringe in the C-3 (Central Commercial) District at 135 Franklin Street. Building Official Jim Marka commented on the request and the group home location in the flood fringe in a C-3 district. He stated the expansion would be 16" below the 100 year flood. Mr. Marka commented on flood proofing of the building. Mr. Grant Knutson, Chairman of the McLeod Treatment Center Board, stated they would flood proof the addition and he explained the use of the addition. The lower portion would be office and assembly room and the second floor would be 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. Discussion followed on the habitable space and the requirement by the D.N.R. to raise the entire building. Mr. Craig made a motion to continue the hearing to the October meeting, seconded by Ms. Brandt the motion carried unanimously. Mr. Craig made a second motion to approve the use in the C-3 zone if the building permit is in compliance with the codes it may be issued. Seconded by Mr. Matejka the motion carried unanimously. 4. OLD BUSINESS NONE 5. NEW BUSINESS a) CONSIDERATION OF SKETCH PLAN SUBMITTED BY F. H. SCHMELING IN HUTCHINSON TWP., 2 MILE RADIUS Planning Coordinator Brenda Ewing explained the location of the property and the proposal to plat the property to five lots. Mr. F.H. Schmeling stated the zoning would be B-1 and I- 1. 5 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 9/20/94 Ms. Ewing commented on staff concerns regarding the lot widths not in compliance with city ordinances. Director of Engineering John Rodeberg stated Mr. Schmeling has addressed the city concerns with the lot widths. Brenda Ewing commented on the frontage road requirements and stated the frontage road is to be shown on the final plat. Jim Marka stated setbacks are to be within the city requirements and the present building would be nonconforming buildings. John Rodeberg stated there are sites being considered for the future ring road and this could be a potential site. Planning Coordinator Ewing commented on the soil stability and the high water table which would be subject to ponding. She stated on-site sewage systems are to be certified. There was discussion of annexation of the property. Mr. Craig made a motion to approve the request with. staff recommendations, seconded by Mr. Wood the motion carried unanimously. b) DISCUSSION OF ANNEXATION OF 10 ACRES IN HUTCHINSON TWP. REQUESTED BY LARRY FRASER, CENTURY 21 Mr. Craig stepped down for conflict of interest. Planning Coordinator Brenda Ewing explained the location of the property and the proposal for the property. Mr. Larry Fraser, Century 21, explained Mr. Barwick's proposal to construct a 45 or 65 unit AmericaInn Motel. Mr. Barwick is purchasing the entire 10 acres which possibly would include a restaurant. Director of Engineering Rodeberg commented on city concerns with limited access on Hwy. 7. He stated the lot is partially served. Building Official Jim Marka commented on a possible informational meeting of residents in the area to promote annexation. John Rodeberg commented on the issue of running services in the north boulevard of the highway and the possibility of annexing a portion of Mrs. Jensen's property for utility easement purposes. 6 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 9/20/94 c) CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE REQUESTED BY WAYNE KARG IN HASSAN VALLEY TWP., 2 MILE RADIUS Brenda Ewing commented on the request and the location. She stated all lots are nonconforming lots of record. Ms. Ewing explained there is demolition material buried underneath the property which would require soil testing. She commented on the limited access off Airport Rd. Building Official Marka stated staff requests additional information as has been requested in the past for groundwater. Mr. Matejka made a motion for no recommendation and noted the additional information items necessary to make a decision, seconded by Mr. Gilmer the motion carried. d) CONSIDERATION OF EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY STEVE FANGMEIER, SUBWAY, HWY 7 W Mr. Marka explained the request for an extension and stated the site plan complies with the previous driveway requirements. Mr. Steve Fangmeier, owner Subway restaurant, presented a site plan and explained the design of the building. Mr. Matejka made a motion to approve the extension and directed city staff to work with the owner to deal with the cross walk safety issue. Also the extension is subject to the previous staff recommendations on the original conditional use permit. Seconded by Mr. Gilmer the motion carried unanimously. e) DISCUSSION OF PLATTING AND REZONING HUTCHINSON AREA TRANSPORTATION SERVICES FACILITY (H.A.T.S.) PROPERTY LOCATED ON HWY 22 Director of Engineering John Rodeberg commented on the proposed location for the maintenance facility and the zoning and platting of the property. f) DISCUSSION OF AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE ON SETBACK REQUIREMENT CHANGES IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS John Rodeberg commented on the present setback requirements and the conflict with fitting the required services in the right-of-way. 7 HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 9/20/94 g) COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF Building Official Jim Marka commented on a city staff request to amend the zoning ordinance regarding overcrowding of dwellings. Planning Coordinator Brenda Ewing commented on a request by Delford Prieve for a conditional use permit in Acoma Twp. for excavation of gravel. Mr. Craig made a motion to recommend no objection to the request, seconded by Mr. Gilmer the motion carried. Chairman Gruett abstained from voting. Director of Engineering John Rodeberg commented on an upcoming request for annexation by Mr. Dan Cowger, Lynn Twp. 6. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. 8