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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005 04-14 PCM MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA REGULAR SESSION APRIL 14, 2005 CALL TO ORDER The Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Willson at 7:39 p.m. ROLL CALL Chair Tim Willson, Commissioners Graydon Boeck, Rachel Lund, Sean Rahn, Dianne Reem, and Tim Roche were present. Also present were Secretary to the Planning Commission/Planning and Zoning Specialist Ronald Warren, and Planning Commission Recording Secretary Rebecca Crass. Commissioner Rex Newman was absent and unexcused. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — MARCH 31, 2005 There was a motion by Commissioner Reem, seconded by Commissioner Roche, to approve the minutes of the March 31, 2005 meeting as submitted. The motion passed. Commissioners Boeck and Lund abstained as they were not present at the meeting. CHAIR'S EXPLANATION Chair Willson explained the Planning Commission's role as an advisory body. One of the Commission's functions is to hold public hearings. In the matters concerned in these hearings, the Commission makes recommendations to the City Council. The City Council makes all final decisions in these matters. APPLICATION NO. 2005 -006 DIEM (DIANE) DO Chair Willson introduced Application No. 2005 -006, a request for Special Use Permit approval to operate the Hollywood Cosmetology Training Center in an approximate 3,000 sq. ft. tenant space at 3260 County Road 10. Mr. Warren presented the staff report describing the location of the property and the proposal. (See Planning Commission Information Sheet dated 4 -14 -05 for Application No. 2005 -006, attached.) Mr. Warren stated that the property is zoned CIA (Service /Office). The cosmetology training center is regarded as an educational use and such uses are special uses in the Cl and CIA zoning districts. Commissioner Boeck inquired as to how the city would address issues related to increased water usage and sewage capabilities. Mr. Warren responded that the utilities that serve the building should be able to accommodate the applicant's proposed use. He added that there will be some modifications to the space for sinks, etc, and the space will be inspected by the State prior to being issued a license for the school 4 -14 -05 Page 1 Commissioner Lund inquired about signs and lighting around the building. Mr. Warren responded that lighting is from the original site plan and the parcel is limited to one freestanding sign plus wall signs are limited to 10 percent of the wall area for tenant identification. Commissioner Reem inquired about parking requirements. Mr. Warren explained that parking requirements do not increase with an educational use and no additional parking would be required. PUBLIC HEARING — APPLICATION NO. 2005-006 There was a motion by Commissioner Boeck, seconded by Commissioner Roche, to open the public hearing on Application No. 2005 -006, at 7:57 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. Chair Willson called for comments from the public. The applicant, Diem (Diane) Do, and her representative April Cotney from Edina Realty introduced themselves. Commissioner Reem asked what hours the school will be open. Ms. Do responded that they will be open five days a week from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Commissioner Lund inquired about procedures for disposing of hazardous waste. Ms. Cotney responded that they will be complying with State standards as defined by license requirements. No other persons from the public appeared before the Commission during the public hearing on Application No. 2005 -006. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING There was a motion by Commissioner Boeck seconded by Commissioner Lund, to close the public hearing on Application No. 2005 -006 at 8:01 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. The Chair called for further discussion or questions from the Commissioners. The Commissioners interposed no objections to approval of the Application. ACTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF APPLICATION NO. 2005 -005 DIEM (DIANE) DO There was a motion by Commissioner Reem, seconded by Commissioner Rahn, to recommend to the City Council that it approve Application No. 2005 -006, submitted by Diem (Diane) Do for Special Use Permit approval to operate the Hollywood Cosmetology Training Center in an approximate 3,000 sq. ft. tenant space at 3260 County Road 10 subject to the following conditions: 1. The Special Use Permit is issued to Diem (Diane) Do and Mai Ho on behalf of the Hollywood Cosmetology Training Center as an educational use. Any expansion or major alteration of the use not comprehended by this application shall be subject to an amendment to this special use permit. 4 -14 -05 Page 2 2. The special use permit is subject to all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations. Any violation thereof may be grounds for revocation. 3. Tenant improvement plans are subject to review and approval by the Building Official with respect to applicable codes through the building permit process. 4. A copy of the applicant's cosmetology school license and cosmetology license shall be kept on file with the city. 5. Special use permit approval is exclusive of all signery which is subject to the provisions of Chapter 34 of the city ordinances. Voting in favor: Chair Willson, Commissioners Boeck, Lund, Rahn, Reem and Roche. The motion passed unanimously. The Council will consider the application at its April 25, 2005 meeting. The applicant must be present. Major changes to the application as reviewed by the Planning Commission will require that the application be returned to the Commission for reconsideration. APPLICATION NO. 2005-007 C. M. ARCHITECTURE, PA Chair Willson introduced Application No. 2005 -007, a request from C. M. Architecture, PA on behalf of Magnum Development Company, for site and building plan approval to redevelop the old Kentucky Fried Chicken site at 5512 Brooklyn Boulevard into a Starbuck's Coffee Shop. The site is zoned C2 (Commerce) and a restaurant such as being proposed is a permitted use. The site is 18,394 sq. ft. (.422 acres) and contains a 1,870 sq. ft. building that will be demolished to its foundation to allow construction of a new 1,870 sq. ft. building to be a Starbuck's coffee shop. Mr. Warren presented the staff report describing the location of the property and the proposal. (See Planning Commission Information Sheet dated 4 -14 -05 for Application No. 2005 -007, and the City Engineer/Public Works Director's report dated 4- 11 -05, attached.) The Chair called for further discussion or questions from the Commissioners. Mr. Mitch Booth, C M Architecture, on behalf of Magnum Development introduced himself and explained that they are seeking site and building plan approval to construct a new Starbuck's coffee shop. Commissioner Reem asked about the trash enclosure on the site. Mr. Booth explained that the trash enclosures will be in plain view of the store manager who will be responsible for maintaining the trash enclosures in an appropriate manner. Commissioner Rahn asked for further clarification on the outside patio area. Mr. Booth described the patio area as being an earth berm planter about knee high. There will be no 4 -14 -05 Page 3 enclosure or barrier since the ground around the patio area has an existing natural berm area that shields the patio area from the street and drive areas. Commissioner Boeck inquired about the location and safety of the exterior roof ladder. Mr. Booth responded that there is a locking barrier on the ladder which discourages tampering. He added that a ship's ladder is often located inside a building but it is not necessary with the building type being proposed by Starbucks based on the type of equipment used. Chris Moore, Magnum Development, explained further about the ladder Commissioner Roche inquired about additional mugho pine evergreen trees along Brooklyn Boulevard to enhance the area along the street with additional greenery. Mr. Booth responded that there is sufficient berming around the site, however, if the Commission wishes to see the crabapple trees switched out for additional evergreens, the plan can be changed to show that. Commissioner Lund inquired about lighting on the site. Mr. Booth responded that they are adding lights to the site which will improve safety and visibility. Commissioner Reem asked about hours of operation. Mr. Booth responded that Starbuck's will be open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week. Mr. Booth asked for approval to move the menu board further northeast which allows better stacking of vehicles while preparing orders for pick up. There was a consensus among the Planning Commission to add this proposal as an additional condition of approval. The Commission requested that the applicant submit a revised plan for presentation to the City Council. The Commissioners interposed no objections to approval of the Application. ACTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF APPLICATION NO. 2005-007 C M ARCHITECTURE PA There was a motion by Commissioner Boeck, seconded by Commissioner Roche, to recommend to the City Council that it approve Application No. 2005 -007, submitted C. M. Architecture, PA on behalf of Magnum Development Company, for site and building plan approval to redevelop the old Kentucky Fried Chicken site at 5512 Brooklyn Boulevard into a Starbuck's Coffee Shop subject to the following conditions: 1. The building plans are subject to review and approval by the building official with respect to applicable codes prior to the issuance of permits. 2. Grading, drainage utility and erosion control plans are subject to review and approval by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of permits. 3. A site performance agreement and supporting financial guarantee in an amount to be determined based on cost estimates shall be submitted prior to the issuance of permits to assure the completion of site improvements. 4 -14 -05 Page 4 4. An outside trash disposal facilities and roof to or on ground mechanical equipment Y p p �' shall be appropriately screened from view. 5. An underground irrigation system shall be installed in all landscaped areas to facilitate site maintenance. 6. Plan approval is exclusive of all signery, which is subject to Chapter 34 of the City Ordinances. 7. B612 curb and gutter shall be provided around all parking and driving areas as directed by the City Engineer. 8. The applicant shall submit an as built survey of the property, improvements and utility service lines prior to release of the performance guarantee. 9. The applicant shall provide appropriate erosion and sediment control devices on site during construction as approved by the City Engineering Department. 10. All work performed and materials used for construction of utilities shall conform to the City of Brooklyn Center current specifications and details. 11. The plans shall be modified prior to City Council consideration to show the relocation of the order board to the east of its current location to allow additional stacking space at the pick - up window. Voting in favor: Chair Willson, Commissioners Boeck, Lund, Rahn, Reem and Roche. The motion passed unanimous The Council will consider the application at its April 25, 2005 meeting. The applicant must be present. Major changes to the application as reviewed by the Planning Commission will require that the application be returned to the Commission for reconsideration. OTHER BUSINESS Commissioner Rahn asked whether or not the city ordinances address casinos. Mr. Warren responded that City Ordinances do not address casinos and if one were proposed, it would require an ordinance amendment. There was no other business. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Roche, seconded by Commissioner Lund, to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:42 p.m. 4 -14 -05 Page 5 Chair Recorded and transcribed by: Rebecca Crass i I 4 -14 -05 Page 6