06-15-1970 PCM c411
MINUTES
HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION
JUNE 15, 1970
Chairman Linder called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Members
present were: E. Deanovic, G. Bublitz, L. Linder, M. Tudor, C. Tracy,
A. Heil, T. Cone, D. Jensen. Members absent: None. Also present:
Adm. Asst. Mealey, Engineer Priebe, Building Official Schmeling
Minutes of May 18, 1970 were approved on motion of G. Bublitz and seconded
by M. Tudor.
Harold Schmeling presented the question of whether or not to accept and
approve for local construction shop -built, wall -enclosed structures.
Problems of zoning, fire resistance, deterioration, inspection methods,
durability and replacement were discussed. Engineer Priebe reported on
facets of this kind of construction that were taken up at the League of
Municipalities Convention in Duluth recently and stated that these
structures do meet State and FHA minimum standards but that these minimums
are not particularly meaningful in terms of upgrading inexpensive housing.
He suggested that sections of these units be submitted for testing and
that the Planning Commission submit a recommendation to the Council that
a firm policy be established.
Les Linder, after general agreement had been reached, stated that a
recommendation would be sent to the Council opposing these structures.
At 7:45 P.M. Chairman Linder declared open the hearing on rezoning of
the Prochnow property and read Publication No. 1267. The area under
consideration is the North half of Lots 11 and 12 to be rezoned from
R-1 to R-2 and the South half of Lots 11 and 12 to be rezoned from R-1
to B-3. The proposed land use is a filling station along highway 7 on
lots 11 and 12 and apartment building on the north half of these lots.
After due consideration, Clint Tracy moved that approval be recommended to
the Council. Marsh Tudor seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously.
Chairman Linder then declared the hearing closed.
At 8:00 P.M. Chairman Linder declared open the public hearing on the
preliminary plat of Academy Acres subdivision. Engineer Priebe explained
that they want to put in their own sewer and water extension and stated
that this is acceptable and does not anticipate any problem, that it will
be done through a private contractor. Engineer Priebe also stated that
the single entrance from Highway 15 has been approved by the Highway
Department. After due consideration, Gordon Bublitz moved that the
Commission recommend approval to the Council and further recommend that the
park and playground contribution be set at $520.00. Marshall Tudor seconded
the motion and it was carried unanimously.
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Mr. Don Dressel; Mr. Kenneth Born and Mr. Kent Thompson, Designer, were
present representing Midwest Modules, Inc. and presented a plan for a
special use permit for their property South of the City which is planned
as a mobile home park. Extensive discussion was heLd and drawings and
slides were shown of the proposed homes which include, garages, siding and
connecting breezeway. The area lay -out includes play areas behind the
home clusters around cul-de-sacs; major thoroughfares on the perimiter
with one major road through the center. Lengthy discussion was held
concerning the need for another mobile home park in the City, the
advisability of permitting such land use in that particular area, the
future up -keep of such a development, and the tax base as well as the
burden on the school district.
On motion by Tom Cone, seconded by Marsh Tudor, the subject was tabled
for further study. A special meeting was set for 7:00 P.M., Monday,
June 22, 1970 in the Council Chamber to make final determination for a
recommendation.
Continuation of studies of the City's comprehensive plan development was
considered. Dave Jensen moved and Marsh Tudor seconded the motion, to
recommend that the Council approve preparation of a Community Facilities
Analysis and plan at a cost of $1,980; and a Land Use and Transportation
Plan at a cost of $4,620. The motion was carried unanimously.
Plan of the final Plat of Academy Acres Subdivision was considered.
Clint Tracy moved, Tom Cone seconded, to recommend approval. The motion
was carried unanimously.
There being no further business, the meeting was declared adjourned at
approximately 11:30 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. Deanovic, Secretary