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MINUTES
HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, June 21, 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: April Brandt, Dean Wood, Glenn Matejka, Roger Gilmer, Craig Lenz
and Chairman Gruett. Absent: Bill Craig Also present: Building Official Jim Marka,
Director of Engineering John Rodeberg, GIS Coordinator Larry Huhn and City Attorney
G. Barry Anderson
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES DATED MAY 17, 1994, AND SPECIAL MEETING
MAY 19, 1994
Mr. Lenz made a motion to approve the minutes dated May 17, 1994, seconded by Ms.
Brandt the motion carried unanimously. Mr. Lenz made a motion to approve the minutes
of the special meeting dated May 19, 1994, seconded by Mr. Matejka the motion carried
unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
a) CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
REQUESTED BY PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF 26' X 40' HEATED SHELTER TO BE LOCATED AT
KIWANIS PARK
Chairman Gruett reopened the hearing at 5:34 p.m. with the reading of
publication #4659 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, May 5,
1994. The request is for the purpose of considering a conditional use permit to
construct a 26' x 40' enclosed heated shelter at Kiwanis Park, formerly Rocket
Hill Park, located on 5th Ave NW requested by the City Park and Recreation
Department.
Building Official Jim Marka commented on a meeting held on Monday, June 20,
1994, with the neighboring property owner, members of Kiwanis and city staff.
The meeting consisted of discussion regarding the guidelines and staff
recommendations. Parks and Recreation Specialist John Arlt explained the process
of establishing the guidelines and the meeting on the 20th.
Discussion followed on the parking considerations.
Mr. Lenz moved to close the hearing, seconded by Ms. Brandt the hearing closed
at 5:36 p.m. Mr. Lenz made a motion to recommend approval of the request i
subject to staff recommendations of June 7, 1994. Seconded by Mr. Matejka the
motion carried unanimously.
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b) CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY PLAT OF "LAKEWOOD ESTATES"
LOCATED ON LAKEWOOD DR. SUBMITTED BY BRUCE NAUSTDAL AND
DIANE SORENSEN
Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 5:37 p.m. with the reading of publication
#4677 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, June 9, 1994. The
request is for the purpose of considering a preliminary plat of "Lakewood Estates"
located on Lakewood Dr. submitted by Bruce Naustdal.
Building Official Jim Marka commented on the list of 17 staff recommendations.
City Engineer John Rodeberg stated the plat is proposed for single family homes.
There was discussion of the zoning of the entire area.
Mr. Marka stated the lots in the plat do not meet the dimension requirements and
a variance must be processed.
Mr. Pat London, 675 Lakewood Dr., neighboring property owner, commented on
concerns he has with drainage in the area. He stated he presently has drainage
problems on his property.
Ms. Brandt moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Wood the hearing closed
at 5:46 p.m. Ms. Brandt made a motion to recommend approval of the request
subject to staff recommendations of June 9, 1994. Seconded by Mr. Gilmer the
motion carried unanimously.
c) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY
BRENDA ZACKRISON TO MOVE A 16'X 22' GARAGE TO PROPERTY AT
745 FRANKLIN ST.
Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 5:47 p.m. with the reading of publication
#4678 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, June 9, 1994. The
request is for the purpose of considering a conditional use permit to move a 16'
x 22' garage to property located at 745 Franklin St.
Building Official Marka commented on the relocation of the garage from a lot in
the city. He stated the roof and siding are in good shape.
Mr. Lenz moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Gilmer the hearing closed
at 5:48 p.m. Mr. Lenz made a motion to recommend approval of the request.
Seconded by Mr. Gilmer the motion carried unanimously.
d) CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF "BROLL' S 1 ST
ADDITION' LOCATED ON BRADFORD ST. AND ORCHARD AVE.
SUBMITTED BY DAVID BROLL
Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 5:49 p.m. with the reading of publication
#4679 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, June 9, 1994. The
request is for the purpose of considering a preliminary and final plat of "Broll's
First Addition" located on Bradford st. and Orchard Ave. submitted by David
Broll.
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Building Official Jim Marka commented on the list of 14 staff recommendations.
Mr. Warren Smith, Mankato, explained the replat and commented on the need for
a 1.5' variance on one lot. He stated the developer has obtained a civil engineer
to complete the infrastructure design. Mr. Smith stated there will be a 60' cul de
sac at the end of the private driveway as requested by the Fire Marshal. This is
a private drive and will be privately maintained. The engineering plan shows a
retention pond and the zoning will remain R-3. Mr. Smith explained the grading
and drainage. Mr. David Broll stated the covenants will address the maintenance
of Outlot A.
There was discussion on the placement of ponding on the plat drawing.
Mr. Marka commented on the verification from the fire department on the
turnaround.
Mr. Matekja moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Wood the hearing
closed at 6:02 p.m. Mr. Matejka made a motion to recommend approval of the
request subject to staff recommendations of June 9, 1994. Seconded by Mr. Lenz
the motion carried unanimously.
e) CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE FOR LOT WIDTH ON A LOT IN
BROLL' S 1 ST ADDITION REQUESTED BY DAVID BROLL
Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 6:03 p.m. with the reading of publication
#4680 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, June 9, 1994. The
request is for the purpose of considering a variance to reduce lot size 2' from
108' to 106' on corner lot in Broll's First Addition.
Jim Marka commented on the history of the site as it was previously planned for
12 plex units and now the density would be reduced. John Rodeberg stated the
setbacks will all be maintained.
Mr. Lenz moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Gilmer the hearing closed
at 6:04 p.m. Mr. Lenz made a motion to recommend approval of the request.
Seconded by Mr. Wood the motion carried unanimously.
f) CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF "OTTER OAKS
ADDITION' SUBMITTED BY DENNIS KAHL LOCATED ON LAKEWOOD
DR.
Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 6:05 p.m. with the reading of publication
#4682 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, June 9, 1994. The
request is for the purpose of considering the preliminary and final plat of "Otter
Oaks Addition" located on Lakewood Dr. submitted by Dennis Kahl.
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Building Official Jim Marka commented on staff recommendations. Mr. Dennis
Kahl commented on the utility line determination. Discussion followed on the
service in the area.
Mr. Kahl commented on the Lakewood Dr. construction and identified the
possibility of a walkout basement on lot 1. Mr. Marka stated the property is in
the flood fringe area. City Engineer John Rodeberg commented on the large lot
size.
Mr. Kahl commented on the abandoning of the septic system when city service
is installed. He stated the bituminous will be removed and the driveway relocated
within the lot 2. The fence will also be relocated and the well will be used for
filling the pool 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 recommend approval of the
request subject to staff recommendations of June 9, 1994. Seconded by Mr.
Gilmer the motion carried unanimously.
g) CONSIDERATION OF REZONING LOTS LOCATED ON GLEN STREET
FROM R-3 TO R-4 AND ALSO ONE LOT ON 3RD AVE AND FRANKLIN
ST. FROM R-3 TO R-2 REQUESTED BY CITY STAFF
Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 6:13 p.m. with the reading of publication
44665 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, June 9, 1994. The
request is for the purpose of considering a request by city staff to rezone property
from R-3 to R-4 located on Glen Street between 3rd Ave. S.W. and 4th Ave. S.W.
and also, to rezone from R-3 to R-2 one lot on Franklin Street and 3rd Ave.
Mr. Vern Broil, Architect for Prince of Peace Senior Apts, Inc., presented the site
plan for the Prince of Peace project. He commented on the setbacks and
explained the underground parking and drainage. Mr. Broil asked the commission
to reconsider the staff recommendation regarding the alley improvements until the
decision is made whether or not the whole block will eventually be developed.
City Engineer John Rodeberg stated the staff has concerns with the additional
traffic on the alley. Building Official Jim Marka commented on the tuck under
parking accessing off the alley and the drainage problems.
Mr. Broil explained the development is for Senior Citizens and the traffic would
be minimal. He stated a skyway connecting to the church is proposed for the
future. Mr. Broil showed the commission an elevation drawing of the building.
City Engineer Rodeberg commented on the vacation of the street to downgrade for
minor access. He also commented on the existing infrastructure. Discussion
followed on the maintenance of the vacated street which will be clarified. There
was discussion on the alley improvements and drainage.
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Chairman Gruett read into the record a letter from Mr. Roger Kable regarding the
rezoning of his lot on Franklin St. Mr. Kable requests the lot be zoned R-4 or C-
3 instead of R-2. The consensus of the planning commission and staff is to rezone
the lot to R-2.
Mr. Lenz moved to close the hearing, seconded by Ms. Brandt the hearing closed
at 6:43 p.m. Mr. Lenz made a motion to recommend approval of the rezoning as
noted in the public hearing notice. Seconded by Mr. Matejka the motion carried
unanimously.
h) CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT FOR PRINCE OF
PEACE RETIREMENT LIVING SUBMITTED BY H.R.A.
Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 6:44 p.m. with the reading of publication
# 4666 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, June 9, 1994. The
request is for the purpose of considering a preliminary and final plat of Prince of
Peace Addition requested by H.R.A.
Ms. Brandt moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Lenz the hearing closed
at 6:45 p.m. Ms. Brandt made a motion to approve the request subject to staff
recommendations of June 9, 1994, and verifying drainage in alley with City
Engineer. Seconded by Mr. Lenz the motion carried unanimously.
i) CONSIDERATION OF VACATION OF A PORTION OF GLEN ST. AND 3RD
AVE REQUESTED BY H.R.A.
Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 6:46 p.m. with the reading of publication
#4667 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, June 9, 1994. The
request is for the purpose of considering a petition to vacate a portion of Glen St.
and a portion of 3rd Ave.
Ms. Brandt moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Gilmer the hearing
closed at 6:47 p.m. Mr. Lenz made a motion to recommend approval of the
request subject to city staff drawing up a maintenance agreement. Seconded by
Mr. Gilmer the motion carried unanimously.
j) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR CONSTRUCTION
OF AN ELDERLY APARTMENT BUILDING COMPLEX REQUESTED BY
PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH
Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 6:48 p.m. with the reading of publication
#4668 as published in the Hutchinson Leader on Thursday, June 9, 1994. The
request is for the purpose of considering a conditional use permit requested by
Prince of Peace Senior Apartments, Inc., for the construction of an elderly
apartment building complex located on Glen St.
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Mr. Vern Broll, Architect, stated the building will have 40 units and all units are
handicap adaptable. Two units are fully handicap accessible. The building is a
two story building. Van accessible parking will be provided. Building Official
Marka stated the building codes are addressed.
Ms. Brandt moved to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. Gilmer the hearing
closed at 6:53 p.m. Ms. Brandt made a motion to recommend approval of the
request subject to the June 7, 1994, preliminary comments from staff. Seconded
by Mr. Gilmer the motion carried unanimously.
k) CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION
10.08 (3) AMATEUR RADIO BROADCAST ANTENNAS SUBMITTED BY
CITY STAFF
Chairman Gruett opened the hearing at 6:54 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 a request by city staff to amend the
zoning ordinance, Section 10.08 (3) changing the requirement for antenna height.
Building Official Jim Marka commented on the use of various antennas in the city
and the request to his office for a permit to place an amateur radio antenna in a
residential area. He explained staff concerns regarding height of antennas and
stated the federal agencies also have regulations. Mr. Marka recommended to
continue this hearing until a legal opinion is received from the city attorney.
Mr. Doug Hedin, Amateur Radio Operator, explained his use of amateur radios
and presented information on differing types of antennas.
City Attorney Barry Anderson stated the ordinance is in need of revising and the
law states the city has the right to place reasonable restrictions on the height.
Mr. Matejka moved to continue the hearing to a future meeting, seconded by Mr.
Gilmer the motion carried unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS
4. (a) UPDATE OF COMPREHENSIVE PLAN SCHEDULE
Jim Marka reported no committees have called him regarding changes to the
comprehensive plan.
5. NEW BUSINESS
(a) CONSIDERATION OF ORDERLY ANNEXATION OF 225.95 ACRES IN
ACOMA TWP.
Building Official Jim Marka explained the area recommended to be annexed. He
stated the infrastructure costs were the main factor for the city to promote the
annexation. The city is also asking a revision by the townships of the urban
boundary limits.
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Mr. Steve Hahn, Koglin Rd, questioned if the Montgomery plat is in city limits.
Mr. Rodeberg commented on the county road timeline for completion.
Mr. Rod Krsiean, representing Ann Krsiean, asked about assessments and when
they would have to be paid up. City Engineer Rodeberg stated the assessments
stay in deferred status until there is a hookup to city service. Mr. Krsiean asked
about the electric service in the area. City Attorney Anderson stated as territory
is adjusted the utilities will be served by Hutch Utilities.
Mr. Marka explained the taxed are phased in over 5 years by percentage.
Mr. Mark Fratzke, North High Dr., commented on his concerns with the
annexation and presented a letter to the planning commission voicing his concerns.
Ms. Barb Bullert asked how the township officials feel about the annexation.
Mr. Jim Field, Township Supervisor, stated the officials wanted to hear input from
the residents before making the decision to sign the Orderly Annexation
Agreement.
City Attorney Barry Anderson asked the township officials if they have problems
with the wording of the agreement. Mr. Rodeberg stated the agreement should be
clarified in some areas to deal specifically with this annexation.
Sharon Daniels, Daniels Trucking, asked for clarification of the tax increase
increments. Mr. Rodeberg explained the phasing in process for taxes and the
assessment process.
Building Official Marka suggested the annexation be tabled until November to
give the township time to sign the agreement.
Mr. Matejka moved to table the request until the November meeting, seconded by
Mr. Lenz the motion carried unanimously.
(b) CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE IN ACOMA TWP REQUESTED BY JOE
DOOLEY FOR SETBACK REDUCTIONS (2 MILE RADIUS)
Building Official Jim Marka commented on the staff concerns with failing septic
systems in the area.
Mr. Lenz made a motion to deny the request, seconded by Ms. Brandt the motion
carried unanimously.
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(f) COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
Jim Marka commented on the following:
1) Taco Bell has plans to build at the intersection of Hwy 15 and South
Grade Rd.
2) Acme Carwash is going back to plan #3 which was an extended
conditional use permit.
3) Next meeting the budget will be presented.
4) Barry Barton is requesting a new carwash plan with an automatic bay.
6. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
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